Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
Armenian Folk Dancing, Music and Traditional Middle Eastern Foods Celebrate Summer with a traditional Armenian Picnic right here on the Midcoast! “I often think Maine should be called ‘The ‘Picnic State’ instead of ‘The Pine Tree State’!” laughs Astrig Koltookian Tanguay“ We have such wonderful local food and spectacular picnic spots around every corner.” Astrig’s […]
The Middle East meets the Midcoast! Announcing the second annual Armenian Picnic at Searsport Shores Oceanfront Campground, on Saturday, July 23, from 11am - 4pm. The event features Armenian food from shish kebab and falafel to lamejun and paklava; music by master oud player, Leo Derderian, with Bob Arzigian and friends; crafts, games, and joyful […]
Join us for our second Contra Dance. Eric Rollnick will be calling with music provided by Birds On A Wire, Jenny Huang-Dale, Greg Huang-Dale and Jeanine Loubier. The dance is free, however, donations to the building fund are greatly appreciated. Refreshments will be available. Additional parking is available next door at Phil's Mobile. #bearmountainmusichall #waterfordme […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Side By Each features two powerful musical couples, Don and Cindy Roy and Matt Shipman and Erica Brown.The roots run deep in Side By Each as Don and Cindy Roy’s music goes back in each of their families to the Canadian Maritimes and Quebec. In 2018, they were awarded a National Heritage Fellowship Award as […]
Local nonprofits, Atlantic Challenge USA and Belfast Flying Shoes, jointly present the Gawler Family in a special fundraising concert on Friday, July 29, at 7:00 pm at First Baptist Church in Belfast. “Come one, come all!” for sea shanties, work songs, fiddle tunes, and the lush harmonies and beaming faces of these beloved Maine musicians: […]
Join us at the glamorous and family friendly East Vassalboro Grange for our fifth Saturday Contra Dance. All dances are called; Lani Palm is caller with Benjamin Foss and friends providing the music for our July 30 dance. Pot luck at 6pm Family dance 7:30 pm Beginners with main dance 8 to 10 pm. $8 […]
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman with Some Reel People contra dance band. All dances taught.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
August 5 ~ Fri: Flying Shoes on First Fridays ~ ABCD: Another BFS Community Dance! Come dance in the park on the Armistice Footbridge (rain location tbd), with contras, longways sets, squares, couple dances and other formations. Calling by Chrissy Fowler with music by the All Comers Band, led by Julia McDonald-Plumb and Benjamin Foss. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, Stuart: fiddle, Terrific desserts. 7-10pm. $8.
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Louise Bichan is a fiddle player and photographer who grew up in Orkney, a group of islands in the north of Scotland. She graduated from the Glasgow School of Art in 2011, and later attended Berklee College of Music. Her project “Out of My Own Light” explores her family ties to Canada, through photographs and […]
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman, music by Some Reel People. All dances taught. Refreshments provided. Thanks to generous donors, admission is free but donations are encouraged.
The Kennebec Contra Dance is Coming Back! Come join us for an outdoor dance celebration and picnic at Wind Dance Farm (63 Case Road in Winthrop). The dance floor will be under a tent so we can dance rain or shine. Caller: John MacIntire Band: Ellen Gawler and Fred White Sound: Alex Hennings Schedule: 2:30-3:00 […]
Bagaduce Music presents an outdoor concert: One of Finland’s hottest musical exports, the sizzling Scandinavian septet have carved themselves a top notch in folk with their heart-bursting, life-affirming, feelgood tunes and immaculate precision musicianship. Oozing charisma and theatricality in their high-energy music, Frigg has successfully crossed borders all around the globe. Named after the Norse […]
Scandinavian Music & Dancing with renowned Finnish band, Frigg, at the Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. Learn some Scandi dances at the worskshop! Dance to stellar “Nordgrass” music! Before the event, look at the most recent BFS Public Health Policy (here). Suggested sliding scale admission $5-20. Circa 6:45/7:00 pm start time. (Come early to hear more […]
Belfast Summer Nights & Belfast Flying Shoes present a Scandinavian dance with Finnish supergroup Frigg, Saturday, Aug 13, at 7:00 pm at the Belfast Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. The seven musicians in Frigg will thrill dancers as they deliver their hypnotic style of “Nordgrass” music on violin, mandolin, guitar, and double bass. The program begins […]
Seven top fiddlers of Maine will gather to perform their favorite genres of tunes, including bluegrass (Melissa Bragdon Caron). Irish (Alden Robinson, with Owen Marshall), Old-Time Southern Appalachian (Maisie Newell and Mary Fraser), Shetland (Ellen Gawler), and New England (Jessie and Greg Boardman).
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For details and to confirm future dance dates, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html Plan to also schedule at least one dance in October.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Four days celebrating the maritime heritage of Wiscasset, including the Hesper and Luther Little, which were part of the town waterfront for so many years, with schooner cruises, music, art, reenactors, kids activities, a triathlon, food and drink.
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Allison Aldrich Smith calling with Some Reel People. All dances taught. Come dance at beautiful, historic Finn Hall.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
NOTE: Due to weather forecasts, this event has been moved to The Grange at 15 Whitman St. in Norway. The Garden Variety Band with Kathryn Larson calling will be having an outdoor contradance on the grass at the Alan Day Community Garden Farmer's Market, 26 Whitman Street, Norway Maine, 5-8pm Friday August 26. You need […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, Stuart: fiddle, Terrific desserts. 7-10pm. $8.
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ATTENDING THIS EVENT. PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE ATTENDING: https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/policies A contra dance... Calling by Harris Lapiroff Music by Ed Howe and Friends Beginner lesson at 7pm Dancing from 7:30 to 10pm $10 to $20 sliding scale (cash or venmo) More details on our web page: https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/ Interested in volunteering? https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/volunteer
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For details and to confirm future dance dates, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html Plan to also schedule at least one dance in October.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a Community Dance on Fri, Sept 2, in the outdoor pavilion at the Waldo County YMCA. Chrissy Fowler calling with Benjamin Foss, Toki Oshima, and the All Comers Band. Musicians warm up at 5:30, dance 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The All Comers Band is open to all musicians, instruments, and skill […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
The Cherryfield Academy Community Center, at 53 Main Street in Cherryfield, will be hosting a Contra Dance on September 3rd, 2022 from 7pm to 10pm! The fabulous Gus LaCasse and his fiddle will be making magic, motivational music! Shepsie Eaton will be directing and teaching the motion! All ages and abilities are welcome. Watchers, who […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance... When: Friday, September 9th (yes, it's a friday) Beginner lesson at 7pm Contra from 7:30 to 10pm $10 to $20 sliding scale (cash or venmo) Where: The Topsham Grange (Directions) Calling: Maggie Robinson Music: Rose Jackson and friends Internet Hyperlinks: ❱ Requirements for Attending (covid stuff, unchanged since July) ❱ […]
Come join us for our next OUTDOOR dance Sunday afternoon, September 11, 2022 RAIN DATE: Sunday, September 18 2:30-3:00 Newcomers’ Orientation 3:00-6:00 Contra Dance 6:00-sunset Potluck picnic social Come early to pick apples from our orchard* Caller: Bill Olson Music: T-Acadie (Pam Weeks, Jim Joseph, Bill Olson) Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For details and to confirm future dance dates, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html Plan to also schedule at least one dance in October.
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
From June 15th through Mid-September musicians, cooks, makers, and admirers gather for an evening under the stars or in the garden kitchen for an old-fashioned picking party and sing-a-long. Bring your instrument and take part in a guided jam session This is a community celebration so please pack a picnic and invite friends & family along. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
With multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards, as well as Juno and ADISQ nominations, GENTICORUM have earned a reputation as a leading voice in the evolution of Québécois traditional music. For over twenty years, the trio has earned a place of privilege on world, traditional, folk and Celtic music stages. Known for their unbridled energy, their […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For details and to confirm future dance dates, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html Plan to also schedule at least one dance in October.
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
The Cherryfield Contra Dance invites YOU to come and welcome musicians Tamora Goltz and David Stimson with caller Chrissy Fowler, to beautify and exalt our American Legion Hall in Cherryfield with their talent and gifts on Saturday, October 1st from 7 to 10pm. This Dance will be held, NOT in our traditional home at the […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a Community Dance and Contra Dance in the Waldo County YMCA pavilion, Fri, Oct 7. The 6:00 community dance features Chrissy Fowler and the All Comers Band. Musicians warmup 5:30. The All Comers Band is open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Set list available on the website. The 7:00 […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Bring a friend and don a costume for out 5th Saturday October 29th Bootacular Contra Dance at the glamorous and delightful Vassalboro grange . Pot Luck at 630 pm with beginners dance 7:15 pm and Main dance at 7:45 to 9:45pm. All dancers welcome and all dances taught. One dollar discount if you are wearing […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Maggie Robinson Band: The Ferrel Cats (Frank Ferrel, Fred White, Doug Protsik) Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Vassalboro Grange 5th Saturday Halloween Contra October 29th October 29 , 6:30 pm – 9:45 pm Bring a friend and don a costume for our 5th Saturday October 29th Bootacular Contra Dance at the glamorous and delightful Vassalboro grange . Pot Luck at 6:30 pm with beginners dance 7:15 pm and Main dance at 7:45 to 9:45pm. All dancers […]
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ATTENDING THIS EVENT. PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE ATTENDING: https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/policies A contra dance… Caller: Liz Nelson Music: Pine Tree Flyers (Katie McNally, Emily Troll, Owen MarshalL, Neil Pearlman) Beginner lesson at 7pm Dancing from 7:30 to 10pm $15 Suggested donation Halloween costumes strongly encouraged!
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, November 4. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. At 6:30, Chrissy Fowler calls a community dance featuring music […]
The Cherryfield Academy Community Center is pleased to announce a Contra Dance taking place on Saturday, November 5th from 7 to 10pm! The night will feature Gus LaCasse on fiddle and foot percussion, with the fabulous John McIntire reprising his famous role as "The Caller"!! Everyone is welcome! Even those who don't choose to […]
We are re-starting the dances in Otisfield after a too long hiatus. A bit of a change in format, we are initially going to hold the dances on Sunday afternoons. The band for these initial events will be Birds on a Wire; the Caller will tentatively be Kathryn Larson. All happening at the Otisfield Community […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
It has been 9 months that the community has made us dance. This last dance is a Big Thank You to ALL, the musicians, the callers and the dancers. Thank you.
Chris is from Maine, Jeff is from North Carolina, and Mitch is from Louisiana - together this trio of Maine musical friends cooks up a delicious blend of acoustic contemporary and traditional Americana, folk, blues, songs and instrumentals. Guitar, fiddle, mandolins, great singing and always a few surprises. This concert is part of the Peaks […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Contradance cancelled
Belfast Flying Shoes and the Rockport Opera House present a special evening of participatory dance on Saturday, November 19. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. At 6:30, Chrissy Fowler calls a community […]
UUCB CONCERTS FOR A CAUSE presents AN EVENING WITH CHRISTINE LAVIN Saturday, November 19 @ 7:30 pm The award-winning singer-songwriter, Christine Lavin, promoter of contemporary folk music, and author, will be performing for the UUCB Concerts for a Cause series at the UU Church of Brunswick on November 19th to raise money for the Brunswick […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance. We've foraged the very best for you this month... it's WILD ASPARAGUS season and you'll want to savor the incredible New England dance flavor that they'll be serving up all night long. When: Sunday, November 20th, 2022 7pm lesson 7:30pm dance Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Come dance with us on the Saturday of Thanksgiving Weekend. Share the joy! 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Hannah Chamberlain Music: Bennett Konesni and Benjamin Foss Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a special First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, December 2, to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the local arts nonprofit's monthly dance series. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list […]
Come for some great rollicking fun to the Cherryfield Contra Dance on Saturday, December 3rd from 7 to 10pm! The American Legion Hall in Cherryfield will see the convergence of 3 great friends and musical collaborators for this event - Shepsie Eaton, Molly Gawler, and Bennett Konesni will be playing, calling and teaching all the […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Special Boxing Day dance. In December, we always dance on the 26th. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Ellen Hodgin Music: John Pranio and Toki Oshima Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us for this FREE fun-filled caroling event taking place on Sunday, December 11th from 3:30 to 5:30pm at Falmouth Congregational Church. Come sing your favorite Christmas carols, check out the live petting zoo, have some hot cocoa, watch (or enter your furry friend in!) the “Most Festive Dog” competition, and revel in holiday cheer. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
We are restarting our Community Dances in Otisfield, the band for this month is Birds on a Wing. Plenty of parking on our newly paved parking lot at 292 State Route 121. Come enjoy an afternoon with us!
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. We have a crew full of Maine performers for your dancing and listening enjoyment! When: Sunday, December 18, 2022 6:45 Doors 7pm lesson 7:30pm dance Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME) Price: $15 Suggested Donation Caller: 📢 Maggie Robinson Music: Spring Tide Willy […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Special Boxing Day dance. In December we always dance on the 26th 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Ellen Hodgkin Music: John Pranio, Toki Oshima, and Johanna Davis Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
An evening of contra dancing to bring in 2023. Two callers: Hannah Chamberlain Maggie Robinson. Two bands: Pam Weeks, Bill Olsen, Jim Joseph Ben Foss, Willy Clemetson $20 at the door, cash or venmo We'll have a waltz at the top of every hour, a potluck dessert table, and sparkling cider at the stroke of […]
We are not helpless as long as we can sing. CALL FOR SINGERS WINTER 2023 TO JOIN CHOIR TO SING UKRAINIAN FOLK SONGS WHO: The Huddled Masses Orchestra (Joe Niemczura), The Maine Balkan Choir (Anne Tatgenhorst) and Shana Hanson (folk dance organizer in Belfast). WHAT: first meeting to organize a choir to sing in Slavic […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, January 6. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. At 6:30, Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb call a community […]
Reel excitement is happening this Saturday, January 7th from 7 to 10pm at the First Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance! The anticipated return to our home hall at the Cherryfield Academy has been postponed by a still unexplained accident of the sprinkler system that resulted in some significant flood damage to the beloved building. Once again, […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
It's time for another Portland Contra Dance! Music: Emily Troll with an Open Band Caller: Chrissy Fowler YOU CAN PLAY IN THE OPEN BAND! Click for details See our website for more details including the schedule for future events. Share our event on FB! All ages and experience levels are welcome. No partner needed. Bring a water […]
Birds on A Wire will again be providing our music. Calling this month will also see a return of Kathryn Larson. Come enjoy a lively Sunday afternoon with us!
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]