Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

  Come dance away your Thanksgiving calories. Bring the whole family. We'll have a foot-stomping good time. Chrissy Fowler will be calling to the music of Benjamin Foss and Bennett Konesni. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm:  Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm:  Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; […]

$15 – $25
Event Series 4th Sunday New Gloucester Slow Jam

4th Sunday New Gloucester Medium Jam

New Gloucester First Congregational Church 19 Gloucester Hill Rd., New Gloucester, ME, United States

Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc.  Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern.  Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome.  We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections - Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire.   We love to try tunes […]

$3
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Flying Shoes First Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$1 – $20
Event Series Seacoast Contra Dance

Seacoast Contra Dance

Newfields Town Hall 65 Main Street, Newfields, NH, United States

Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall in Newfields NH for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM.

$10
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be served.

$18
Event Series Second Saturday String Jam in Eastport

Second Saturday String Jam in Eastport

Old Sow Grill 31 Water St., Eastport, United States

Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]

Free
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Kongero Concert in First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Belfast 95 High Street, Belfast, ME, United States

Bagaduce Music and Belfast Flying Shoes are pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folk'appella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Kongero will be presenting a concert in the First Baptist Church in Belfast beginning at 7pm. Kongero is a highly esteemed, world-touring Swedish Folk'appella group from Sweden that features […]

Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Kongero Workshop and Dance Party in First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Belfast 95 High Street, Belfast, ME, United States

Bagaduce Music and Belfast Flying Shoes are pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folk'appella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Kongero will present a dance in the First Baptist Church in Belfast beginning at 6pm with a workshop and then transition into a full-on community dance party. Kongero is […]

Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

The Casco Bay Tummlers w/ special guest Jamie Saft!

Mayo Street Arts 10 Mayo Street, Portland, ME, United States

You loved them so much last fall, the local legends are returning for another raucous klezmer spectacle, joined by virtuoso pianist, keyboardist, producer, & composer, Jamie Saft. In the spirit of the season, this concert will include a number of classic Chanukah songs - in both Yiddish and Ladino - plus some great traditional klezmer […]

$15

International Folk Dancing

Hallowell Muticultural Center 20 Union Street, Hallowell, ME, United States

Join us to learn folk dances from around the world! The Capital Area New Mainers Project is a cross-cultural organization that welcomes refugees and works to build a thriving, integrated community in central Maine. Local resident Andrea Darok will teach Hungarian Dance. We hope to have some people from other cultures come as well to […]

Kongero Concert 5PM at Tinder Hearth

Tinder Hearth 1452 Coastal Road, Brooksville, United States

Bagaduce Music is pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folk'appella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Kongero is a highly esteemed, world-touring Swedish Folk'appella group from Sweden that features amazing vocal polyphony that is groovy, intimate, and powerful. The group blends traditional Swedish folk music with contemporary arrangements. A […]

Will Brown in concert w/ special guest fiddler Willy Clemetson

Belfast Cohousing & Ecovillage 25 Village Rd, Belfast, ME, United States

Will will give a concert of songs and tunes from the folk, trad., Celtic, Maritime and Transatlantic genre. Special guest fiddler Willy Clemetson will accompany Will during the concert.

$10

Cherryfield Contra Dance

Cherryfield Academy 53 Main Street, Cherryfield, ME, United States

December 16, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm $10 Reel excitement is coming to  Cherryfield on Saturday, December 16th from 7 to 10pm at the Third Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance held at the beautiful and historic Cherryfield Academy Community Center!   There we will be privileged to host the Moose Island Contra Etc (MICE:-) band, a talent […]

$10

Kongero Concert 7:30PM at Tinder Hearth

Tinder Hearth 1452 Coastal Road, Brooksville, United States

Bagaduce Music is pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folkappella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Kongero is a highly esteemed, world-touring Swedish Folk'appella group from Sweden that features amazing vocal polyphony that is groovy, intimate, and powerful. The group blends traditional Swedish folk music with contemporary arrangements. A […]

Kongero Swedish Song Workshop in First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Belfast 95 High Street, Belfast, ME, United States

Bagaduce Music and Belfast Flying Shoes are pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folk'appella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Swedish singers Kongero will give an extraordinary opportunity to learn how to sing in their unique, harmony rich approach. Based in Swedish traditional music they will mold our group […]

Otisfield Community Contra Dance

Otisfield Community Hall, Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME 04270 Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME, United States

Otisfield Community Hall, located on Route 121 in Otisfield. The band for December is "Puckerbrush", supported again by Caller Kathryn Larson.  The theme for this dance will be "Holidays" so come dressed in your favorite seasonal finery!  Also, and this is important, we will be taking a break, over the winter. We will be back […]

Donations at the door greatly appreciated.
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Klezmer Open Jam Session

Klezmer Open Jam Session

Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine 1342 Congress St, Portland, ME, United States

Join us for a joyous evening of Klezmer! Led by Casco Bay Tummler musicians Carl Dimow, Steve Gruverman and Nancy 3. Hoffman, (and possibly the full band), these jam sessions are open to anyone who is interested in playing or discovering Klezmer music! All skill levels, ages, and instruments are welcome! Tunes will be taught by sheet music and […]

$5
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12
Event Series 4th Sunday New Gloucester Slow Jam

4th Sunday New Gloucester Medium Jam

New Gloucester First Congregational Church 19 Gloucester Hill Rd., New Gloucester, ME, United States

Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc.  Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern.  Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome.  We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections - Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire.   We love to try tunes […]

$3
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium, 1 Winthrop St, Hallowell, Maine

Come join us for great music, dance and fun on the day after Christmas. Chris Ricciotti will call to the music of Ellen Gawler, Benjamin Foss, and Owen Kennedy. We will dance, spin, and twirl, and share the joy of the holiday season. The dance is ON tonight. The floodwaters never reached the hall. In […]

$15 – $25
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance

Belfast Unitarian Universalist Church 37 Miller St., Belfast, ME, United States

Contra dance at the Belfast UU Church with Maisie and Eric and family providing the music, John McIntire calling the dances. Part of the Belfast Last Night celebration.

by donation

NYE Contra Dance at Blue Hill Library

Blue Hill Public Library 5 Parker Point Road, Blue Hill, ME, United States

Looking for something fun to do on New Year's Eve? Come to the Blue Hill Public Library for a New Year’s Eve Contra Dance, a fundraiser for the library, on Sunday December 31. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m for a dessert bar with drinks and refreshments to raise money for the library, and the […]

$20

24th Annual New Year’s Eve Extravaganza (Topsham Contra Dance)

Topsham Grange 47 Pleasant Street, Topsham, ME, United States

An evening in Topsham of contra dancing to bring in 2024. Dueling Callers: Hannah Chamberlain vs. Maggie Robinson Dueling Band: T-Acadie vs. Willy Clemetson and Ben Foss $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 midnight. Dance […]

$20

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7

Flying Shoes 1st Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$15 – $20
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Happy New Year! We’re starting out the year with a date change this month only for the contra dance on Friday, January 5, 2023 at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra […]

$10
Event Series Seacoast Contra Dance

Seacoast Contra Dance

Newfields Town Hall 65 Main Street, Newfields, NH, United States

Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall in Newfields NH for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM.

$10

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Second Saturday String Jam in Eastport

Old Sow Grill 31 Water St., Eastport, United States

Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]

Free
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20

Folk Dance Party with Live Music by the Huddled Masses Orchestra

Bryant E. Moore Center 125 State St, Ellsworth, United States

The Huddled Masses Orchestra will perform a concert of Serbian-style brass band music in the auditorium of the Bryant E. Moore Center in Ellsworth Maine on Sunday January 14th from 1 to 4 PM. The cost is $8 per adult, kids are free, high school or college students $5. This is chem-free. There is ample […]

Eastern European Village dance celebration with 2 live bands

Bryant E. Moore Center 125 State St, Ellsworth, United States

The Kotwica Band and The Huddled Masses Orchestra will provide folk dance music from Eastern Europe and beyond. All are welcome to come listen or join in the dance. All dances will be taught. Kotwica Band features balalaika, oud, violin, accordion, upright bass and a trio of vocalists playing music from Poland, Ukraine, Macedonia, Greece, […]

$8

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Scandi Tune Workshop

Mayo Street Arts 10 Mayo Street, Portland, ME, United States

Scandi tune workshop with lydia ievins at Mayo St Arts in Portland! Saturday 1/20/24, 11a to 1:30p with a break for BYO lunch and optional potluck Come learn a couple of Scandinavian tunes, with an emphasis on making your playing danceable. Teaching will be fiddle-centric — all other melody instruments are welcome (nyckelharpa? cello? harp? accordion? flute? […]

$30

Cherryfield Contra Dance

Cherryfield American Legion 49 Main Street, Cherryfield, ME, United States

Cherryfield is the happening spot on this night!  The Cherryfield American Legion Hall will be hosting a Contra Dance from 7 to 10pm on Saturday, January 20th!  The highly combustible music of Gus LaCasse on Fiddle and Pepin Mittelhauser on Guitar will ignite the night!  Chrissy Fowler will tame the flames with her calling, teach […]

$10

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7

Family Community Dance Party with KOTWICA

MDI YMCA Gym 21 Park Street, Bar Harbor, United States

The Kotwica Band will play folk dance music from Greece, Armenia, Israel, Macedonia, Serbia, Poland, Ukraine, and Brittany. No experience necessary, all dances with be taught. Snacks provided. All are welcome to have a great time at the Y!

$10.00
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Benefit Contradance

Trinity Commons 247 Bates Street Lewiston 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

A benefit contradance for Habitat for Humanity, music by the Mighty Cloud of Fiddlers, with John McIntire calling.

Silent Movie Night with Doug Protsik on Old Time Piano

Emery Community Arts Center, UMF Academy Street, Farmington, ME, United States

One short movie: "One Week," and the main feature: "Sherlock Jr.," starring Buster Keaton and accompanied on Old Time Piano by Doug Protsik.  on Saturday Jan. 27 at 7pm with a snow date of Sunday, February 4 at 7 pm. Tickets $15; free for 18 and under. Free for UMF students. No-one turned away.

Free – $15

Contra Dance Bar Harbor

Jesup Memorial Library 34 Mt. Desert Street, Bar Harbor, Maine, Select a Country:

BIG MOOSE band contra dance with caller Chrissy Fowler. Restarting dances in Bar Harbor. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome.

$10

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance—Open Band

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom. Come join us for another evening of fun. Bring your instrument and join the band, or just dance the night away. Bring your family and friends. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information about joining the band, visit emilytrollmusic.com/open-band. — Caller: Hannah Chamberlain. Band: Rage Potatoes, […]

KindKids Music: A Children’s Concert

Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick 1 Middle Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Concerts for a Cause presents KindKids Music UUCB Concerts for a Cause will host a children’s concert on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 3 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 1 Middle Street, Brunswick. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to  Mid Coast New Mainers Group and Oasis Free Clinics Bring the whole family and […]

Free
Event Series Downeast Session in Lubec

Downeast Session in Lubec

Lubec Brewery 41 Water St, Lubec, ME, United States

Join us the Fourth Sunday of every month from 3-5pm at the Lubec Brewing Company, 41 Water. St in Lubec. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam – come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels […]

Free

Contra at Willing Workers Hall, New Harbor, ME

Willing Workers Hall 2617 Bristol Rd., New Harbor, United States

Join the Oyster Creek Fiddlers and Fred Gosbee and Julia Lane for our first scheduled contradance at the Willing Workers Hall in Bristol, Maine.  All dances taught!  Suggested donation $5-$10.  All proceeds to benefit Fisherman's Relief Fund.

$5 – $10

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7

Flying Shoes 1st Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$15 – $20
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12
Event Series Seacoast Contra Dance

Seacoast Contra Dance

Newfields Town Hall 65 Main Street, Newfields, NH, United States

Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall in Newfields NH for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM.

$10

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Traditional New England contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All  dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith. This is a fun and […]

$10

Downeast Session in Eastport

Old Sow Grill 31 Water St., Eastport, United States

Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]

Free
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20
Event Series Simonton Corner Square Dance

Simonton Corner Square Dance

Simonton Corner Hall 366 Main Street, Rockport, ME, United States

Join us for a square dance party! Dancing is 4-6pm, taught and called by Will Mentor. No experience or partner necessary. Maisie Newell and Eric Dayan will provide some old time, southern style dance music. After the dance, join us for a Potluck Dinner and old time music jam. Bring your friends, bring your instruments, […]

$5 – $20

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Lewiston Contradance

Trinity Commons 247 Bates Street Lewiston 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

6:30 All Comers based for family dance. 7:30 Contradance primer session 8:00 Contradance with Maggie Robinson calling music by Greg Boardman and Friends

$10.

Damariscotta Contra Dance Series 2024

Damariscotta Baptist Church 4 Bristol Road ( top of Main Street), Damariscotta, ME, United States

Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2024 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church Fellowship Hall located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1.  Dance 6:30-8:30 with potluck at 5:30.  This is a community dance and all dances will be taught!  […]

Free

Cherryfield Contra Dance

Cherryfield Academy 53 Main Street, Cherryfield, ME, United States

YOU are cordially invited to a Fun and Fabulous February Frolic at our customary third Saturday Contra Dance in Cherryfield on February 17th at the Cherryfield Academy, 53 Main Street from 7 to 10pm! Gus LaCasse and Pepin Mittelhauser will be raising the roof with their immense talent for making lively and spirited music! Chris […]

$10

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series Scottish Country Dancing

Scottish Country Dancing

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome!     Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays  7:00-9:00 […]

$7