Lost and Found:

Mon dance: women's ID badges from major Boston company
Fri dance: Woman's metal bracelet
Both are upstairs in Scout House office; email at  <concordscouthouse@...>

Erica M: I have your purse--YIKES!!!!

Lots of Ts and scarves and water bottles and shirts in the white bureau in the front hall.  Also a medic alert bracelet (2nd drawer in with the combs and things).  You can always email the office at <concordscouthouse@juno.com>

Happy New Year,

Lisa Greenleaf

----- Original Message ----- 
From: slmason 
To: Lloyd Carr ; Richard Blood ; Peter Yarensky ; Glenn Coppelman ; Betsey Ross ; Carol White ; Christine ; Debbie Gremlitz ; Don Gorman ; Gail Paul ; Janice Boynton ; John Rogers ; marie ; Nancy Wood ; Neil Harvey ; Wendy 
Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 4:49 PM
Subject: Deerfield dance 1/2/10 cancellation


Dear Dancers,

As of now, at 4:45pm, we have had to cancel the dance due to uncertain weather conditions.

Please share this information with others to get the word out as far as possible.

Please come to the Feb. dance!  Beth Parkes will be calling.

Safe traveling if you go anywhere this weekend.

Sarah Mason
slmason@...
463-4182

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Hi Dancers,

Tomorrow night brings the first Monday dance of the New Year!  Our  
caller will be Linda Leslie, as we dance to the music of Brendan  
Carey Block on fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor on  
mandolin/banjo/percussion & Cal Howard on the big bass.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify  
themselves (start with the person at the door), we will provide  
instruction in the basics before the dance.  ADMISSION is $8.00  
($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can find more  
information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 pm to let us know you need  
a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, January 8, at 8 
p.m. Lisa Greenleaf will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Notorious, with Eden MacAdam-Somer and Larry Unger.

PLEASE NOTE: If snow or icy conditions make traveling too dangerous, 
for either the dancers or the caller and musicians, a dance 
cancellation email will be sent by mid-afternoon on the day of the 
dance.

Also, on Sunday, January 10, the Sunday Night Jammers will be holding 
their monthly potluck and dance. (You can read more details about the 
Jammers dances below.)

For both of these dances, desserts will be greatly appreciated!

We are looking into having the grounds around the hall plowed. The 
Rehoboth Congregational Church down the road has been generous in 
letting dancers park there, as long as they do not have an event of 
their own going on. The parking lot at the Carpenter Museum behind 
the church will also be available, if necessary.

The board members of the Rehoboth Country Dance Society extend to all 
of you our best wishes for the New Year!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, January 10.

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Sue Rosen says -

Let's welcome in 2010 this Friday, January 8, at the Carlisle potluck
dinner (6:30) and dance (8 pm).

The forecast for Friday involves some snow so if the weather doesn't
cooperate and we need to cancel the dance I will send out an email after
4pm on Friday.

We hope to see you there-


You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Join us for our first gender role free contra dance of 2010, as we start 
off the new year with a bang!

WHEN: Saturday, January 9, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Lisa Greenleaf. Music: Notorious, with Eden MacAdam Somer 
on fiddle and vocals, and Larry Unger or guitar and banjo.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

At this dance all contributions that you make to the Live Music Fund 
(the bucket that gets passed around during the announcements) will be 
matched two-for-one by our anonymous benefactor.  So bring some extra 
cash if your budget will allow, to help us pay our expenses and continue 
to bring you such fabulous dances.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Show your support for the Scout House--buy an ad in the program book of the upcoming wine tasting fundraiser.
Do you dance at the Scout House? Did hold your wedding party there?  Do you produce a dance series? (I do, and I'm buying an ad!)

It's $75 for a full-page ad (5x7).  You don't need to be an artist and you can get together with friends and buy an ad together.
The other option is to make a donation (anything over $35) and have your name listed as a sponsor.  

The event is a wine tasting auction CSH is running in conjunction with the Concord Rotary.  The two groups will split the proceeds.  By representing strong dancer support, we can show the Scout House how much we appreciate that wonderful building with its large wooden floor.

The deadline is a quick one--Friday, Jan 15--but it's doable.  See all the info in the attached PDF.

And if you enjoy wine, but a ticket to the wine tasting event itself, to be held on February 6.  It will be a fun and informative evening.

Lisa  Greenleaf




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Sorry about the unobtainable attachment for the Scout House fundraiser; you can see it at
http://denenberg.com/scouthouse.pdf 

Thank you, Larry D, for hosting the PDF!

Lisa Greenleaf

BlankHey dancers!  We had so much fun clogging at Johnny D's last month... I'm hoping some of you will keep up the energy and sign up for Michael's clogging lessons at Springstep!  Only a couple of people have signed up so far, and the class is at risk... how could that be?  Clogging is so fun and energetic, but you can do it at any level of fitness.  But mostly, it's fun!  Please read Michaels info below, and do it!!!  We need cloggers!!!  Sincerely, Jon G. (www.dixiebutterhounds.com)

Appalachian Clogging Classes begin next week at Springstep in Medford Square.  www.springstep.org
6 Wednesday nights beginning January 13, 6:30-7:30pm

Appalachian Clogging is a traditional percussive step dance that developed in the Appalachian Mountains. This lively, improvisatory dance encompasses elements of English, Irish, African-American, and Native American foot-work and rhythms and is danced to traditional old-time music. This class will introduce you to the basic rhythms and movements of the dance while encouraging you to explore your own natural improvisatory spirit! Traditional Appalachian smooth dance figures will be introduced as well as simple routines for footwork development. Please wear hard leather-soled shoes or tap shoes.



About the Instructor:  Michael Cooper

Michael is a native of North Carolina and began dancing to the traditional sounds of Appalachian music as a child.   He has preformed with the Hemlock Bluff Cloggers of Cary, NC and the Green Grass Cloggers of Greenville, NC.  Most recently, Michael was dancing with the Dixie Butterhounds at the annual Old Time Music Christmas Show at Johnny D's.  Infusing various styles of this traditional dance in a unique blend of performance, improvisation and fun, Michael tailors the class to the styles and level of the participants.


For more information, visit  http://www.springstep.org/?q=programs/classesandworkshops/appalachian_clogging


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Hi Dancers,

Join us tomorrow night for great music and dancing!  Our band is  
Notorious (Eden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle & Larry Unger on guitar/ 
banjo), with Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion & Cal Howard  
on the big bass.  Our caller will be Will Mentor.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify  
themselves (start with the person at the door), we will provide  
instruction in the basics before the dance.  ADMISSION is $8.00  
($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can find more  
information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTICE FOR CAR-LESS DANCERS:  For those coming by commuter train who  
might need a ride to the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 6:00 pm to  
let us know you need a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord  
train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train schedule says the  
train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have you covered even  
if there are minor delays. Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers  
going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin'  
Doughnuts, a Starbucks and an ice cream store right near the station  
so you could even come out on an earlier train, have dinner or a  
snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

Celebrate the January thaw by dancing to the music of  ROARING JELLY and the calling of Susan Elberger in Lexington this friday.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: First Parish Church Hall, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, across from the Lexington Green
Caller: Susan Elberger

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm



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This Sunday BIDA is holding its monthly contra dance series, featuring Chrissy Fowler calling and and our first ever open band!

Hosted by a house band of Jim Guinness, Cedar Stanistreet, Eric McDonald, and Julie Vallimont, we invite musicians of all levels to join us for a chance to play for dancers. The house band will kick off the night, and then we'll rotate musicians in throughout the evening to have some smaller groups and at the end of the evening we'll have a few "grand finale" sets with one big megaband. This is a great opportunity to try playing for contras, learn from other musicians, and meet people, whether you're a newcomer or experienced. The tune list is available on the BIDA website so you can take a look in advance. We'd love to know ahead of time if you're planning on joining in; please try to let Julie (julie@...) know if you want to play.

We're even offering a special musicians workshop before the dance! Come at 6 pm to learn the nuances of playing for contra dances: choosing tunes for sets, pairing tunes with dances, creating flow and energy, etc. Chrissy will join the workshop to talk about working with callers and communication between musicians and callers. The workshop has a $5 suggested donation, in addition to the price of the dance. 

As always, we host a new dancer workshop at 7:00. If you and a friend new to dancing come to the workshop, you both get in free.

Here are the rest of the details:
- Held at the Cambridge Masonic Hall, 1950 Mass Ave in Cambridge (right across the street from the Porter Square T!)
- 7:30-10:30; new dancer workshop at 7:00
- Sliding scale $5-10. Bring a new dancer to the new dancer session at 7 and you both get in free!
- Dessert potluck at the break (or please donate to our dessert fund)
- Please bring clean shoes to for dancing.
- This dance is funded in part by the Mary Kay Friday Fund of the Country Dance & Song Society. We appreciate their support!

We are looking for volunteers to help with this dance. Please email bida@bidadance if you are interested.

See you on the dance floor!
The BIDA Board (Chris, Daniel, Dave, Eric, Julie, Koren, and Martha)

Yes, you can have it all!  If you're on your way to the Ralph Page Legacy Weekend, you can start by dancing at the Mill City Contra Friday evening and receive $5.00 off your admission to Ralph Page.  We'll have cross-border calling with Nell Wright from MA and NH's own Rich Hart, and our guest musician is a fiddle contest winner from New Boston, NH.


MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River.
Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass); Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles
Flyer and directions: http://web.me.com/wordworthy/Mill_City/Mill_City_Contra.html


Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH

From the South:
Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.

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Dear Dancers:

I'm very sorry to report that the Kingston Town Hall has become unavailable to us on January 30th.  As a result, we must cancel the contra dance scheduled for that night.  Please accept our apologies for the schedule change.  We will send out a notice about future dances in the next couple of weeks.  In the meantime, please feel free to forward this message to anyone, or any list, who may be interested in this announcement.

Thanks for your understanding, and we'll see you on a dance floor...

Best regards,

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Join us at the Scout House tomorrow night January 16th.

Free admission if you bring someone who has not contra danced at the Scout House before! (Even if they are not new to contra dancing, but great if they have never danced.) And free admission for the new person! (How can you lose?)

Music by Carol Bittenson & Debby Knight
Beth Parkes, calling

8:00 - 11:00 pm
$8 / $5 teens & under

Hi Dancers,

Don't miss tomorrow's dance!  We will have peppy music from the young  
band Nor'easter (Cedar Stanistreet on fiddle, Julie Vallimont on  
piano/accordion, and Max Newman on Guitar/mandolin/banjo) with Jack  
O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion & Cal Howard on the big bass.   
Our caller, up from Rhode Island, will be Lucia Watson.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify  
themselves (start with the person at the door), we will provide  
instruction in the basics before the dance.  ADMISSION is $8.00  
($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can find more  
information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTICE FOR CAR-LESS DANCERS:  For those coming by commuter train who  
might need a ride to the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 6:00 pm to  
let us know you need a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord  
train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train schedule says the  
train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have you covered even  
if there are minor delays. Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers  
going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin'  
Doughnuts, a Starbucks and an ice cream store right near the station  
so you could even come out on an earlier train, have dinner or a  
snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, January 22, at 8 
p.m. Linda Leslie will be calling, and music will be performed by the 
band Matching Orange, which is performing in Rehoboth for the first 
time.

PLEASE NOTE: During the winter months, if snow or icy conditions make 
traveling too dangerous, for either the dancers or the caller and 
musicians, a dance cancellation email will be sent by mid-afternoon 
on the day of the dance.

Also, there will be a 5th Friday Rehoboth dance next week, on January 
29. Lisa Greenleaf will be calling this challenging dance, which will 
be geared more toward experienced dancers.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, February 28.

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Come Join us this Saturday evening, January 23, for the 4th Saturday 
dance at the Concord Scout House. Sue Rosen will be calling to the 
twin fiddles of Carol Bittenson and Debby Knight, with Bruce Rosen on 
piano and Walter Lenk on MandoCello.

Count on some high-energy music!

We hope to see you at the dance.

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: <boston-trad-squares@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 21, 2010 at 7:55 PM
Subject: [boston-trad-squares] Rip-Snortin' Squares, 1/22/2010, 8:00 pm


Rip-Snortin' Squares
Calling by Tony Parkes
Music by Amy Cann & friends

The 4th Friday of the month
January 22, 2010
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Payson Park Church
365 Belmont St
Belmont, MA 02478

Info: 978-667-7459

The Boston Gender Free Contra Dancers are having a contra dance 
double-header on Saturday just for you!

SCHEDULE:  Saturday, January 23, 2010
2:00 pm to 5:30 pm  Advanced Contra Dance
5:45 pm to 7:15 pm  Potluck Dinner
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm  Regular Evening Contra Dance

WHO:
AFTERNOON --
Caller: Linda Leslie.  Music: Amy Larkin and Friends with Amy Larkin and 
Shirley White on fiddles, George White on guitar, and Jonathan Larkin on 
accordion, banjo, and percussion.
DINNER --
Your fabulous cooking!  Please bring a dish to share and maybe a
non-alcoholic beverage as well.  Refrigerator and ovens available as needed.
EVENING --
Caller: Bob Golder.  Music: again Amy Larkin and Friends with Amy Larkin 
and Shirley White on fiddles, George White on guitar, and Jonathan 
Larkin on accordion, banjo, and percussion.

WHERE: First Church (UU) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Admission for each dance session is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what
you can for all).

We're at the First Church Unitarian Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

The 17th Annual Peterborough NH Snowball Contra Dance
Noon to Midnight Saturday, January 23, 2010
in the magnificent  Peterborough Town House

Noon - George Marshall & Wild Asparagus
3:00 pm - Will Mentor & Perpetual e-motion
6:00 pm - Steve Zakon-Anderson & Clew Bay
9:00 pm - Lisa Greenleaf & Notorious

Admission: $22.00, $17.00/students and seniors
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor.

Web page:
http://www.monadnockfolk.org/?p=1775

Sponsored by the Monadnock Folklore Society
http://www.monadnockfolk.org

Facebook Event:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=245937831903


Link to map:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=embed&hl=en&geocode=&q=1+Grove+St,+Peterborough,+NH&sll=42.877582,-71.950371&sspn=0.006982,0.01929&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=1+Grove+St,+Peterborough,+Hillsborough,+New+Hampshire+03458&ll=42.877474,-71.950493&spn=0.027172,0.055189&z=14

Hi Dancers,

Wow!  We had a great crowd last week with lots of experienced and new  
dancers new to the Scout House!  Our music tomorrow is by the popular  
young band Matching Orange (Brendan Carey Block on fiddle, Eric  
McDonald on Mandolin, Julie Vallimont on piano)!  Our caller will be  
Bob Golder.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with lemonade  
and cookies at the break at 9 pm.  If BEGINNERS arrive early and  
identify themselves (start with the person at the door), we will  
provide instruction in the basics before the dance.  ADMISSION is  
$8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can find more  
information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTICE FOR CAR-LESS DANCERS:  For those coming by commuter train who  
might need a ride to the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 6:00 pm to  
let us know you need a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord  
train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train schedule says the  
train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have you covered even  
if there are minor delays. Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers  
going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin'  
Doughnuts, a Starbucks and an ice cream store right near the station  
so you could even come out on an earlier train, have dinner or a  
snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth challenging contra dance this Friday, 
January 29, at 8 p.m. Lisa Greenleaf will be leading the dance, and 
music will be performed by Amy and Jonathan Larkin and Stuart and 
Matt Kenney.

While all are welcome, this special dance is geared more toward more 
experienced dancers. There will be less instruction than usual, and 
dancers will be expected to know a variety of dance steps.

PLEASE NOTE: During the winter months, if snow or icy conditions make 
traveling too dangerous, for either the dancers or the caller and 
musicians, a dance cancellation email will be sent by mid-afternoon 
on the day of the dance.


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Hi Dancers,

Tomorrow night we dance to the music of a great bunch of musicians:   
Mark Simos on the fiddle & piano, Kimberly Fraser on fiddle & piano,  
Owen Morrison on guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion &  
Cal Howard on the bass.  Our caller will be Chris Weiler.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  Will there be cookies?  Come & see!

If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify themselves (start with the  
person at the door), we will provide instruction in the basics before  
the dance.

ADMISSION is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can  
find more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTICE FOR CAR-LESS DANCERS:  For those coming by commuter train who  
might need a ride to the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 6:00 pm to  
let us know you need a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord  
train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train schedule says the  
train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have you covered even  
if there are minor delays. Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers  
going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin'  
Doughnuts, a Starbucks and an ice cream store right near the station  
so you could even come out on an earlier train, have dinner or a  
snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

> Hello Dancers!
>
> The 1st Saturday Peterborough Contra Dance this Saturday, February 6th
>
> features these amazing musicians:   Ethan Hazzard-Watkins on fiddle,  
> Doug Creighton on concertina and Bob McQuillen on piano
> 							with Steve Zakon-Anderson calling!
>
> Hope to see you there!  Spread the word!  Bring your friends!
>
> Workshop for new dancers:  7:30pm
> Dancing from 8:00 - 11:30pm
> Admission:  $8.00
>
> For more info, email Steve & Bettie or call us at 413-369-4369



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Hello dancers:

This notice is being sent early so that you'll know the status of the Kingston dance.  After a short interruption, the dance is back!  So, please spread the word and plan to join us at the end of the month for a great evening of dance and community.

Date:  February 27, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Beth Parkes
Band:  Sarah Jane Nelson, Tom Moreau and                 Bruce Randall

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hi Dancers,

Monday night we dance to the youthful music of Ariel Friedman on  
cello, Mia Friedman on fiddle, Eric McDonald on mandolin, Owen  
Marshall on guitar & octave mandolin, and Jack O'Connor on mandolin,  
banjo & percussion.  Our caller will be Nils Fredland, who may have  
his trombone with him!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.

If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify themselves (start with the  
person at the door), we will provide instruction in the basics before  
the dance.

ADMISSION is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can  
find more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, February 12, at 8 
p.m. Linda Leslie will be calling, and music will be performed by Amy 
and Jonathan Larkin and George and Shirley White.

PLEASE NOTE: If snow or icy conditions make traveling too dangerous, 
for either the dancers or the caller and musicians, a dance 
cancellation email will be sent by mid-afternoon on the day of the 
dance.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Sunday Night Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, February 28.

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Sue Rosen says -

Come celebrate Valentines Day, Presidents Day weekend, belated Groundhog
Day and several birthdays of our dancers this Friday, February 12 in
Carlisle. The potluck dinner starts around 6:30 and dancing at 8pm.  David,
Debby, Bruce and Walter and the whole band will be joined this month by
caller Dan Pearl who will be covering for me while I am out of town.
Please come!

Here's a link for more info:
http://www.contradancelinks.com/carlisle.html

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

There's always a lot of love in the air at our JP contras, but expect
there to be even more than usual on Saturday night, one day before V-day.

WHEN: Saturday, February 13, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Beth Parkes. Music:  Becky Miller and Cathy Mason on
fiddles, Steve Arkin on banjo, and Tom Randall on guitar and piano.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hi Dancers,

We wanted to notify you early about a very special dance event at the  
Monday Scout House Dance to kick off school vacation week:

Perpetual E-motion (who brought the house down at a recent Thursday  
night dance) is back this Monday to deliver their unique techno  
groove!   Jeff Petrovitch, who works with the band, will be our  
caller.  And we are working on some special lighting to create a  
party atmosphere to match the band's energy.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 p.m.

If BEGINNERS arrive early and identify themselves (start with the  
person at the door), we will provide instruction in the basics before  
the dance.

ADMISSION is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can  
find more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the floor  
finish.  AND don't forget to really wipe those snowy, salty shoes if  
you go outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTICE FOR CAR-LESS DANCERS:  For those coming by commuter train who  
might need a ride to the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 6:00 pm to  
let us know you need a ride, and someone will stop by the Concord  
train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train schedule says the  
train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have you covered even  
if there are minor delays. Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers  
going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin'  
Doughnuts, a Starbucks and an ice cream store right near the station  
so you could even come out on an earlier train, have dinner or a  
snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

Hi Dancers!
 
Just wanted to let you know that...

Mostly Waltz RI is inviting you to an afternoon of dancing to beautiful live music! In addition to the waltzes, our program includes a basic waltz lesson, waltz mixers along with occasional other couple dances such as tango, polka, hambo, schottische, one-step, fox-trot, or other popular couple dances.

PROGRAM:
–  Sunday (2/21/2010) 2:00 - 2:45pm Basic rotary waltz lesson (by Helen Silver) plus dance principles that will enable a beginner to participate.
–  Advanced dance lesson at the break (by Charlie Mandelberg).
–  2:45 - 5:00pm Open dancing to live music of 'Free Association' with Amy Larkin, Jim Guinness & Debby Knight.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
–  Dress - Casual.
–  Please bring clean shoes, ideally leather-soled to make turning easier.
–  You do NOT need a partner and you need NO prior dance experience.
–  Event is smoke and alcohol free.
–  Dancers frequently change partners at these events however, if you want to dance with one partner all afternoon that's fine too!

ADMISSION:
–  $12.00 ($6.00 - Full time students under 22)
–  Tickets are sold at the door - no advance sales.

At the Jewish Community Center
near the corner of Sessions St. and Elmgrove Ave.
401 Elmgrove Ave, Providence,
RI 02906

–  Questions? Please contact:
Don Heinold at 401.477.4247 or
<dtheinold@...>
 
[PLEASE NOTE: If snow or icy conditions make traveling too dangerous, for either the dancers or the caller and musicians, a dance cancellation email will be sent by mid-morning on the day of the dance.]


DIRECTIONS:
Google Map: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=401+Elmgrove+Ave,+Providence,+RI+02906&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=32.885543,56.162109&ie=UTF8&ll=41.84367,-71.392636&spn=0.007545,0.013711&z=16&iwloc=A

FROM - I-95 traveling NORTH or SOUTH: 
Take Exit 24 "Branch Avenue" and proceed east on Branch Ave. (a right turn from I-95 North, a left turn from I-95 South). One lane expands into three lanes as you approach the North Main St. intersection, (fire station on right and a cemetery on left) stay in middle lane. Go straight across North Main St. going up steep hill on Cypress St. ( KFC on far right corner). Going up the steep hill, stay straight at the red flashing traffic light. At the next traffic light go straight across Hope St. (top of the hill) and follow Cypress St. (down hill) until it ends. Then, turn left onto Morris Ave., then bear right (at Temple Emanu-El) onto Sessions St. Go 2 blocks down the hill (with the Brown University Stadium on the left near the bottom of the hill) to the red flashing traffic light at Sessions and Elmgrove Ave. The Jewish Community Center RI (a modern red brick building) is at the far left corner of Sessions St. and Elmgrove Ave. Turn left onto
 Elmgrove Ave. then turn right after the building at the main entrance for...
PARKING: area is behind the center and there is also on street parking.

FROM - I-195 traveling WEST:
Take Exit 3 - Gano Street - and turn right at traffic light at the end of the exit ramp onto Gano St. Follow Gano St. (becomes Taber Ave) through 4 traffic lights, then at the 3rd stop sign at Lloyd Ave. turn right. Go 1 block on Lloyd then turn left at the stop sign (with Sovereign Bank across the street diagonally on the left) onto Elmgrove Ave. Go past two stop signs (8 blocks) on Elmgrove Ave. to the red flashing traffic light at the intersection of Elmgrove Ave. and Sessions St. The Jewish Community Center RI (a modern red brick building) is on the right side of Elmgrove Ave. after the traffic light. Go straight, then after the building turn right at the main entrance for...
PARKING: area is behind the center and there is also on street parking.

Entrance to the JCC-RI can be made from the front of the building or the rear (rear entry has an awning).



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The nitty-gritty details:
When: Sunday, February 20, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Introductory workshop at 7:00!
Who: music by Notorious with Audrey Knuth, calling by Sue Rosen
Where: Cambridge Masonic Hall, Porter Square (1950 Mass Ave.)
How Much: $5-10 sliding scale. Bring a new contra dancer to the intro workshop and you both get in free!

More information:


If you would like to VOLUNTEER in return for free admission to the dance, please email BIDA@BIDAdance.org. We are always in need of volunteers and would love to have you join us!

There will be an INTRO TO CONTRA SESSION at 7:00 p.m., so bring your friends even if they don't know how to contra dance yet -Bring someone new to contra to the intro session and you BOTH get into the workshop and dance free.

Please bring a pair of clean non-street SHOES to dance in, to protect the floor.

We will have a DESSERT POTLUCK at the break. Please bring a tasty treat to share, or a contribution to the dessert fund.

Sit-in musicians are welcome! Please RSVP to Julie, julie@..., if you would like to sit in with the band.

Transportation:
Public transportation is strongly recommended - the Masonic Hall is less than one block away from the Porter Square stop on the Red Line.
If you drive, we recommend carpooling. Street parking is free on Sundays (no permit needed and meters are not active), but can be difficult to find. You may also consider parking at Alewife or Davis and taking the subway to the dance, or parking further away on Mass Ave and taking the 77 bus a couple of stops.

For more information about BIDA, please visit our website: http://www.bidadance.org or contact us at bida@...

This project is funded in part by the Mary Kay Friday Fund of the Country Dance and Song Society and Country Dance Society, Boston Chapter. We appreciate their support.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: David Millstone
Date: 2010/2/18
Subject: WMUR piece on contras



Here's a link to the WMUR website for folks interested in seeing the piece
they
aired on Monday.

http://www.wmur.com/chroniclevideo/22599129/index.html

This will take you to the first portion of the half-hour piece; the
thumbnail
below that window will open up part II. Part III was an extended dance
sequence
that doesn't seem to be on the website.

Enjoy!

David


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Hi Dancers,

We will be dancing on a beautiful, NEWLY REFINISHED FLOOR on Monday,  
so please wipe and remove those street shoes before you enter the  
hall (top-toeing doesn't count)!

Our caller on Monday night will be Lisa Greenleaf, back from taming  
wild hoards of dancers at the Dance Flurry.  We will dance to the  
music of Ellen Gawler on fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor  
on mandolin/banjo/percussion, and Cal Howard on the big bass.  We  
hope to see all those young dancers again this week!

We'll also have home-made cookies with our lemonade and tell you all  
about this year's Concord Contra Challenge.  Are you up for the 5-day  
dance challenge? Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/ 
contra-challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, February 26, at 8 
p.m. Chris Weiler will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Crowfoot, with Adam Broome, Jaige Trudel, and Nicholas Williams.

PLEASE NOTE: During the winter months, if snow or icy conditions make 
traveling too dangerous, for either the dancers or the caller and 
musicians, a dance cancellation email will be sent by mid-afternoon 
on the day of the dance.

Also, this Sunday, February 28, the Sunday Night Jammers will be 
holding their monthly potluck and dance. You can read more details 
about the Jammers dances below.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, February 28.

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Dancing Friends!
 
This Friday evening, I have the honor of having been asked to call for Tony 
 Parkes monthly Square Dance Party in Belmont, MA.  This is an  evening of 
mostly squares - traditional New England Style singing & patter  squares.   
Much like our contra dance tradition, these are fun and  easy to learn, and 
if you already contra dance, you will know most of the moves  of these 
dances already.
 
Snacks and beverages for the break are most welcome and encouraged!
 
Come out and enjoy a fun evening with LIVE MUSIC with Amy Cann and Friends  
and lots of fun dancing!    Here are the details:
 
Date: This Friday, February 26th, 2010
 
Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
 
Location: Payson Park Church  365 Belmont Street - Belmont, MA
 
By MBTA: (Take the #73 Trackless Trolley Bus from Harvard Square)
 
Admission:  $5.00 - $10.00 (sliding scale or whatever you can  afford)
 
Caller:  Chris Ricciotti
Band : Amy Cann & Friends
 
For a flyer of this event, click on or paste the link below into your web  
browser
_http://www.hands4.com/4thFridaySquares/default.html_ 
(http://www.hands4.com/4thFridaySquares/default.html) 
 
For more information, contact Chris Ricciotti at (781) 982-8042 or (617)  
852-4042.
 
I hope to see you there!   Thanks everyone...and also consider  joining us f
or a fun evening of music and dancing at the fabulous  gender-free contra 
dance this Saturday Night in Jamaica Plain where I will  be calling with 
Dogtown!   Come to both events and have a great  weekend of dancing!
 
Hugs all around,
 
Chris Ricciotti


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Hello dancers:

Just a quick reminder that the Kingston Contra Dance is happening this Saturday.

Date:  February 27, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Beth Parkes
Band:  Sarah Jane Nelson, Tom Moreau and                 Bruce Randall

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Please join us this Saturday, February 27, for the 4th Saturday dance 
at the Concord Scout House. Nell Wright will be calling, with music 
by Full Tilt (Carol Bittenson, Jim Guinness, Debby Knight) and Walter 
Lenk.
We hope to see you at the dance.

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Begin forwarded message:

>
> --- Original Message ---
> From: "Jack O'Connor" <simitopaz@...>
> To:  <mondaycontras@yahoogroups.com>
> Cc:
> Sent: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:00:16 -0500
> Subject: Scout House Floor Problems
>
> >All,
> >The Scout House has determined that the new floor finish did not
> >cure properly. Possibly too low humidity. The floor will be screened
> >and and new finish applied on Tuesday to be ready for the Thursday
> >Dance. To assist in the process we will again need volunteers to
> >stay after the end of the dance on Monday  to  help move all the
> >chairs back on the stage.
> >
> >To try to increase the humidity during the new finish curing cycle,
> >we need to find a number of room humidifiers to borrow for a couple
> >of days. These unit should be the cabinet type that can hold 10 -15
> >gallons of water. Please email me or phone me.
> >
> >Jack O'Connor
> >978-369-1232
> >simitopaz@...
> >
>

Get your feet over to Jamaica Plain this Saturday night (and bring the 
rest of yourself too), so you can dance the evening away.  We have a 
great program lined up.  You'll dance, you'll schmooze, and you'll have 
a fabulous time.

WHEN: Saturday, February 27, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Chris Ricciotti. Music:  Dogtown with Becky Miller on 
fiddle, Tom Randall on piano and guitar, and Norb Spencer on accordion.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hello all:

If you are among the lucky ones to have power and internet, this message is for you!  The Kingston Town Hall has power, and the caller and band are ready to go for tonight.  So, the Kingston Contra Dance is ON!  Dance begins at 8:00pm.

If you know of others who don't have power/internet, please help us to spread the word about the Dance by any other means you can think of (smoke signals, morse code, drum beats, phone, etc.).

Hope to see you tonight!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hi Dancers,

Come celebrate the end of February!  We will be dancing to the music  
of  Mark Simos on fiddle/piano, Kimberly Fraser on fiddle/piano, Owen  
Morrison on guitar, and Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion.   
Our caller will be Sue Rosen!

We'll also have home-made cookies with our lemonade and tell you  
about this year's Concord Contra Challenge.  Are you up for the 5-day  
dance challenge? Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/ 
contra-challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

Bulgarian American Center Madara invites you to

BULGARIAN CULTURAL CELEBRATION

Sunday, March 7, 2010
Doors open 5.30 pm, concert at 6.00 pm

Come by for a rich evening of Bulgarian holiday cheer, songs, dance and food!

I PART -- CONCERT WITH THE UNIQUE PERFORMANCE OF
MARIA ALEXIEVA, VOCAL
and Violeta Doncheva (accompaniment piano)
and Ralitsa Aleksandrova  (accompaniment kaval)

GERGANA HARALAMPIEVA, VIOLIN
and Dina Vainshtein  (accompaniment piano)

LUDO MLADO FOLK DANCE GROUP

VESELA MOROVA, VOCAL
and Eyran Katsenelenbogen (accompaniment piano)
KAYDEN BEHAN, GUITAR

CHILDREN CHOIR MADARA
and Ani Pavlova (piano)

Master of ceremonies:  BORIANA JELEVA

MORE ABOUT THE ARTISTS HERE:
http://www.bgfocus.com/events/2010/march7/march7bio-eng.html


II PART -- DANCE PARTY: Bulgarian folk dance music!


Tickets: $15, Students $10, children under 14 free

Address:
SPRINGSTEP ART CENTER, Hawkins Hall
98 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA;
For Directions and Public transportation visit:
www.springstep.org

THE EVENT SUPPORTS
STEP FOR BULGARIA� FOUNDATION PROGRAMS

 www.stepforbulgaria.org
 www.Bgcenter.org,
617.283.4543, center.madara@...

******************************************************

Violeta
Jeliazkova
Director BAC Madara
www.Bgcenter.org
center.madara@...

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This Friday, March 5, Notorious with special guest Jeremiah McLane
will be playing for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

Dan Pearl, king of the mini-medley, will be calling to this fantastic music.
Come on out and rock the house!

March 5 at The Scout House
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

Reminder: Contra dance in Berlin this Saturday evening, March 6 
 
David Kaynor will call traditional contra and square dances this Saturday, March 6,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught. Plus, David will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic steps at 7:30 PM.
 
Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!
 
For additional information call 978-273-8238 or check online at our web site: http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/
 

See you there!


      

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Hello Dancers!

Come shake off the latest snow at the 1st Saturday Peterborough Contra  
Dance
this Saturday, March 6th at the beautiful Peterborough Town House,  
Peterborough, NH

Musical magic by local talents "Celticladda"  Randy Miller, Bill  
Thomas & Gordon Peery
with calling by Nelson's sweetheart - Lisa Sieverts.

Workshop for new dancers at 7:30pm
Dancing for all 8:00-11:30pm

Admission: $8.00

For more info call Steve & Bettie at 413-369-4369
Sponsored by the Monadnock Folklore Society

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Subject: NEFFA 2010 - Volunteer!!

Did you know that most folks at NEFFA - including organizers, performers, many of the sound engineers, people running the awesome dance performances (sound engineers, stage managers) - are volunteers?

Join the volunteer effort by signing up to volunteer at http://www.neffa.org/volunteering. Become one of over 300 volunteers who help operate things during the Festival.

Relevant Details:

NEFFA is April 23rd to 25th this year, in Mansfield, MA.  There's always a ton of contra, folk and couple dancing and great concerts.  Full details, including schedule for the weekend, available at http://www.neffa.org

We need all sorts of help, from parking, safety, instrument check, operating sound boards, to general setup and strike, to name a few areas.  Sign up to volunteer at http://www.neffa.org/volunteering

Hope you can join us this year.  Your volunteer efforts make all the difference.

Thanks,
Bethany Seeger
Volunteer Committee

The 66th annual New England Folk Festival is coming up on April 23-25, 2010
in Mansfield, MA.  This three-day festival, produced entirely by volunteers,
is known internationally for the quality of the performances and the spirit
of the participants.

I'm pleased to announce that advance tickets for the 2010 Festival are now
available by phone and web.  This is a new capability we are introducing for
the first time this year, and is the ONLY way to purchase Festival tickets
by credit/debit card.

As part of this new capability, we're offering not only the standard
individual session and Entire Festival weekend tickets you may have
purchased before, but are also introducing EXPRESS Entire Festival badges.
EXPRESS badges allow you to bypass Festival check-in lines and proceed
straight to Festival events.

EXPRESS badges are available to NEFFA members only, so this is a perfect
time to join NEFFA (membership available on-line too)!

For more information and to purchase tickets, please see
http://neffa.org/ticketing .  Please pass this along to your friends and
help make 2010's Festival a roaring success!

Thanks,
Don Veino
Director, New England Folk Festival Association
http://neffa.org
(617) 299-1590


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Hi Dancers,

A fine group of musicians will play for us on Monday night, when we  
dance to the music of  David Kaynor on fiddle, Larry Unger (of  
Notorious) on banjo/guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/ 
percussion & Cal Howard on the big bass.  Our caller will be Rebecca  
Lay.

We'll have lemonade at the break and tell you about this year's  
Concord Contra Challenge.  Are you up for the 5-day dance challenge?   
Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/contra-challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, March 12, at 8 
p.m. Lisa Greenleaf will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

This month, the Sunday Night Jammers dance will be held on March 21. 
Below you can read more about the Jammers' weekly sessions and 
monthly dances.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated! I know that we all 
extend a warm thank you to those dancers who have been bringing 
delectable treats!!

See you soon!
Shawn

****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, March 21.


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Sue Rosen says -

March right over to Carlisle this Friday, the 12th, for our potluck dinner
(6:30) and dance (8pm).  I hope you've all been enjoying the glorious
weather of the past several days.  It won't last through the weekend but
we're not expecting any snow-- so come dance!

We'd love to see you there.

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Spend most of your Saturday enjoying great dancing, live music, and good 
food.

SCHEDULE:  Saturday, March 13, 2010
2:00 pm to 5:30 pm  Advanced Contra Dance
5:45 pm to 7:15 pm  Potluck Dinner
7:30 pm to 11:00 pm  Regular Evening Contra Dance
WHO:
AFTERNOON --
Caller: Bob Isaacs.  Music: Full Tilt with Carol Bittenson on fiddle, 
Jim Guinness on saxophone, and Debbie Knight on piano.
DINNER --
Your fabulous cooking!  Please bring a dish to share and maybe a 
non-alcoholic beverage as well.  Refrigerator and ovens available as needed.
EVENING --
Caller: Andy Shore.  Music: Third Reel with Peter Buchak on concertina 
and accordion, Janine Sirignano on fiddle, and Sean Smith on guitar and 
bouzouki.
WHERE: First Church (UU) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Admission for each dance session is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what 
you can for all).

We're at the First Church Unitarian Universalist in downtown Jamaica 
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented 
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and 
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

Children are welcome, and those who come usually dance with us.  What 
better way to introduce this traditional social art form to the younger 
generation?

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hi Dancers,

We have a fine group of young musicians at the Scout House on Monday  
night.  We will enjoy the music of  Ariel Friedman on cello, Mia  
Friedman on fiddle, Eric McDonald on mandolin, Owen Morrison on  
guitar, and Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion.  Our caller  
will be Adina Gordon.

There will be lemonade at the break and tinformation about this  
year's upcoming Concord Contra Challenge.  (Are you up for the 5-day  
dance challenge?)  Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/ 
contra-challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

 
Please come join us, and send this invite along to your friends!
 
Come and welcome in the spring and join us for this fun filled community  
event!
 
SPRING BARN DANCE PARTY
 
Date: Saturday, March 20th, 2010
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
 
Location: Channing UU Church, 45 Webster Street, Rockland, MA (Next to the  
Rockland Post Office)
Admission: $5.00/person, Max limit of $20.00 per family.
 
All dances will be taught. No partners or experience  needed.   Wear light 
comfortable clothing. Adults, Kids, Teens,  grandparents families & singles, 
all welcome!  
 
This is a community fundraising event hosted by the Channing  UU Church in 
Rockland, MA.   
 
Home baked goods and refreshments will be on sale during the  break.

 
Dances will be led by Chris Ricciotti and will include: American square and 
 barn dances, contra dances, novelty dances, mixers, Celtic and 
international  folk dances.
 
All are welcome, and we hope many of you can come out and join us for this  
special once a year spring barn dance party to help us raise much needed 
fund  for the Channing UU Church in Rockland, MA.
 
We hope to see you there!

 


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Dance in the spring with  ROARING JELLY this Friday in Lexington, MA.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: First Parish Church Hall, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, across from the Lexington Green
Caller: Susan Elberger

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Website: http://roaringjelly.org/

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March madness is upon us--can spring be far away?.  While you're waiting, come dance at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, this Friday, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River. 

 Our guest musician this month is Vince O'Donnell, NEFFA maestro and fiddler extraordinaire.

Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass); Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles
Flyer and directions: http://web.me.com/wordworthy/Mill_City/Mill_City_Contra.html

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH

From the South:
Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.



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Join us this Saturday night, March 20, at the historic Concord Scout House
for some Spring has Sprung contras!

Music by Paul Lizotte & Catherine Miller on fiddles & Victor Troll on piano.
Beth Parkes, calling

$8/ $5 for teens & under

8:00 - 11:00

For more information, call Beth & 978-667-7459

See you at the dance!

Melrose Contradances for the Community"
Saturday, March 20, 7-10PM

Third Saturdays each month we hold Contradances for the community in
the Melrose UU Church - all dances taught, newcomers and sit-in
musicians welcome, no partners necessary!

Come celebrate the VERNAL EQUINOX, dancing traditional New England square
and contra dances to live music in a relaxed community-oriented setting. 

The band includes: 
Nickolas Kaynor, 
Peter Butcher, 
Cammy Kaynor, 
Jonathan Finger,
Carol Kycia, 
Carl Millstrom, 
and Lia Kaynor (assistant dancing master).

Band sit ins and newcomers welcomed.

70 West Emerson St., Melrose MA (across from the library)
$6 suggested donation

http://mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6/
781-665-3835

(with the correct date)

NEFFA Benefit Bash

Sunday March 21, 2010 -- 2:00 to 5:30PM
At the Greenfield Guiding Star Grange

Calling by Will Mentor

Music by
- Rebecca McCallum (fiddle)
- Mark Koyama (mandolin)
- Anna Patton (clarinet)
- Max Newman (guitar)

Waltz, contra, couple dancing, and squares

Bring your energy, your dancing shoes, your smiles,
your friends and your checkbook for the Silent Auction!

Win passes to Greenfield, Concord, and Brattleboro dances, and for
prime NEFFA parking!

Admission:  $15  & additional donations encouraged and appreciated.
Tickets for sale in advance on our website.

Guiding Star Grange,
401 Chapman St., Greenfield MA

For more information:
- http://neffa.org/benefit
Facebook Event:
- http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=341174568314

Contact: neffabenefitbash@...m

Hi Dancers,

We will dance to the calling of our own Daniel Friedman on Monday  
night!  Our music will be provided by the clever Amy R. Larkin on  
fiddle, Bruce Rosen on piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/ 
percussion & Cal Howard on bass.

There will be lemonade at the break and information about this year's  
upcoming Concord Contra Challenge.  (Are you up for the 5-day dance  
challenge?)  Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/contra- 
challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, March 26, at 8 
p.m. Sue Rosen will be calling, and music will be performed by Bruce 
Rosen, Emily Troll, and Mark Roberts.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, April 18.

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Hello dancers:

Just a quick reminder that the Kingston Contra Dance is happening this Saturday.

Date:  March 27, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Don Primrose
Band:  Old Favorite (Burt Feintuch, Sarah Hydorn, Bill Zecker, Emery Hutchins and John Carew)

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Join us for the last dance of the season. 

We'll explore the wide world of traditional square dances, with an
occasional peek into the early days of modern square dancing (1945-1955). 

Calling by Tony Parkes, live music by Amy Cann and friends. 

No experience necessary; instruction as needed. 
Come with or without a partner.
 
Admission $5-$10 (pay what you can). 

Friday, March 26, 2010 
8:00pm - 11:00pm 

Location: Payson Park Church 
365 Belmont St 
Belmont, MA 

Be there AND be square!

Please join us this Saturday for the 4th Saturday contradance at the 
Concord Scout House. We're happy to host guest caller Eric Black from 
California. He'll be joined by musicians Amy Larkin, Jack O'Connor, 
Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Please join us this Saturday for the 4th Saturday contradance at the 
Concord Scout House. We're happy to host guest caller Eric Black from 
California. He'll be joined by musicians Amy Larkin, Jack O'Connor, 
Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Join us on Saturday night for another gender role free contra dance in
Jamaica Plain.  We have a top notch caller and a hot, high energy band
just waiting to make your evening.  Come dance, socialize, and have a
fabulous time.

WHEN: Saturday, March 27, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Lynn Ackerson. Music:  Heathen Creek with Pete Johannsen on
guitar, Mark Koyama on mandolin, and Maia Rutman on fiddle.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hi Dancers,

Dancing on Monday at the Scout House is on!  We can look forward to  
the music of David Kaynor on fiddle, Bethany Waickman on guitar, Jack  
O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion & Cal Howard on bass, as we  
dance to the fine calling of Chris Ricciotti.  it has been so much  
fun welcoming new dancers, both young and old, to the Monday Dance.

There will be lemonade at the break and more information about this  
year's upcoming Concord Contra Challenge.  (Are you up for the 5-day  
dance challenge?)  Find out more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/ 
contra-challenge.php

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), we will provide instruction in the  
basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  You can find more information and the schedule  
of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

AND don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your  
dancing shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at  
the door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to really wipe those shoes if you go  
outside for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

This Friday, April 2, The Figments
will be playing for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

I will be calling interestingly advanced dances to this 
fantastic music played by Ethan, Anna and Owen.
Come on out and rock the house!

April 2 at The Scout House
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

Reminder: Contra dance in Berlin this Saturday evening, April 3 
 
Bill Fischer will call traditional contra and square dances this Saturday, April 3,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught. Plus, Bill will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic steps at 7:30 PM.
 
Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!
 
For additional information call 978-273-8238 or check online at our web site: http://webpages. charter.net/ brlncountryorch/
 

See you there!


      

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Hello Dancers!

Hope you can make this great double dance!  Lots of great contra  
dancing and waltzing with a smattering of Zydeco & swing to spice up  
the evening!   The music will be fantastic!



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Whatever you have to do, however you have to do it, get yourself over to 
  Jamaica Plain on Saturday night for another unforgettable gender role 
free contra dance.  We have a superb young caller and band making their 
JP debuts just for you.

WHEN: Saturday, April 3, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Chris Weiler. Music:  Noreaster with Cedar Stanistreet on 
fiddle, Max Newman on mandolin and guitar, and Julie Vallimont on piano.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Dear Dancers,

Sorry to be repeating the announcement about the Peterborough Play  
Ball!  I've been informed that Yahoo strips attachments from emails,  
so you would not have seen the lovely flyer I sent earlier!

The details:

Dancing from 6pm-midnight at the Peterborough Town House, 1 Grove St.,  
Peterborough, NH

1st up:  The Clayfoot Strutters with Steve Z-A calling.  They'll also  
play some Zydeco, swing & waltz.
2nd up:  The Figments with Nils Fredland calling.  They'll also play  
swing & waltz.

Admission $15

Hope you can make it!
Thanks,
Bettie Z-A

**Save the Date**		

Alternative Music Contra to benefit the beautiful
Concord Scout House--Saturday, May 1,  8-11PM

Lisa and her iPod will entertain you with fun contra dances set
to celtic groove, Latin, pop, techno and other styles.  More details on 
fliers and later e-announcements, but mark your calendar NOW 'cuz
it doesn't happen very often and you don't want to miss it!

Cheers,

Lisa  Greenleaf

Hi Dancers,

Spring (and perhaps summer) is here for sure!  Get ready to dance to  
the hot music of SCOOT! (Fiona Schubeck on fiddle, Eric McDonald on  
mandolin, and Max Newman on guitar) and the smooth calling of Sue Rosen.


Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  All ages and abilities are welcome.  If  
beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with the person  
at the door), we will provide instruction in the basics before the  
dance.  You can find more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


AND  find out about this year's upcoming Concord Contra Challenge.   
(Are YOU up for the 5-day dance challenge?)  See more at http:// 
MondayContras.com/pages/contra-challenge.php

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

This month there will be three Rehoboth dances--on the 2nd, 4th and 
5th Fridays!

This Friday, April 9, in a change of line-up, the band Locomojo, with 
Amy Larkin, Shirley White, and Linda Henry, will be performing. Steve 
Zakon-Anderson will be leading the dance.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

There has been some publicity in local papers about the possibility 
that the Rehoboth library, which is housed in Goff Memorial Hall, may 
have to close due to lack of funding from the town. This outcome is 
not certain yet, and negotiations to keep the library open are 
ongoing.

The Rehoboth Antiquarian Society owns Goff Memorial Hall, and the 
president of the RAS has assured the board members of the Rehoboth 
Country Dance Society that the non-profit public events held in the 
hall--the contra dance, the Sunday Night Jammers, the Arts in the 
Village concert series, and other such gatherings--will be able to 
continue for the foreseeable future.

The fate of the library will be decided by Rehoboth government 
officials and Rehoboth residents either before or during the annual 
town meeting, which will be held in mid-May.

Goff Memorial Hall is very dear to the hearts of many people, and it 
is only natural that we all want it to remain a vibrant part of the 
community, continuing to offer services such as the town library.

See you soon,
Shawn

*****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, April 18.

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Sue Rosen says -

Please join us this Friday, April 9 for our potluck dinner (6:30) and dance
(8pm) in Carlisle when we will be celebrating a special birthday with Ernie
and his family.  After a certain age all birthdays are special but this one
happens to be divisible by 5 AND 17! There will be cake and we'd love to
see everyone back in Carlisle to honor one of our favorite dancers.

We hope to see you there!

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Are you passionate about contra dancing?  Motivated by a challenge or  
recognition (or both)?  Well have we got a treat for you!

The Second Annual Concord Contra Challenge:  5 Dance Events in 5  
days, beginning and ending at the Concord Scout House -- with all of  
NEFFA in between.

For 2010, recruits' tour of duty begins at the Thursday, April 22nd  
at the Scout House Dance, will continue with Friday through Sunday at  
the NEFFA Festival, and conclude back at the Scout House for the  
Monday Contra Dance on April 26th, 2010.

To participate:

1.  Sign up in advance at http://MondayContras.com/pages/contra- 
challenge/take-the-challenge.php  We may have to limit participation.
	Registration will be first-come, first-served.  On-line registration  
closes at Midnight (Eastern time) on 4/21/09.
2.  Show up and dance at the Thursday dance on 4/22/09, check in at  
the break with the Contra Challenge team.  Get your list of NEFFA  
punch locations and times.
3.  Show up at NEFFA.  Secure your weekend long or equivalent  
separate session passes.  At specified NEFFA contra events on Friday  
night,
	Saturday & Sunday, obtain your required Concord Contra Challenge  
punches.
4.  Show up at the Monday dance on 4/26/10 with your NEFFA badge(s)  
with required punches and dance!  We'll have our awards ceremony  
following the break in the dance, at ~9:30.

Your Reward!  For recruits that complete the series, their efforts  
will be recognized in an awards ceremony at the Monday night dance  
after NEFFA at the Concord Scout House.  Plus they'll get:

	a neat certificate
	a special-issue Contra-ista dog tag
	a permanent place in the CCC Hall of Fame, and
	the honor of being one of the few -- the crazy few -- known as  
Contra-istas!
Please send any questions to:  contrachallenge+2010((AT))gmail((DOT))com

Hi Dancers,

Monday will be perfect dancing weather.  We will have fun to the  
music of (on fiddle) Mark Simos, (on Uilleann pipes & fiddle) Duncal  
Wickel, and (on guitar) bluegrass/progressive musician Jordan Tice.   
Wow!  Our caller will be our own Daniel Friedman.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  All ages and abilities are welcome.  If  
beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with the person  
at the door), we will provide instruction in the basics before the  
dance.  You can find more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


NOT MUCH TIME LEFT:  find out about this year's upcoming Concord  
Contra Challenge.  (Are YOU up for the 5-day dance challenge?)  See  
more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/contra-challenge.php

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

MILL CITY CONTRA

Put all thought of taxes behind you and come dance to New Hampshire's own Mary DesRosiers at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River.  Special guest this month is Iowa, now Cambridge, fiddler, Catherine Miller.

Friday, April 16, 8:00pm.  Cost $8, $5 students.  


Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: JumpStart (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://web.me.com/wordworthy/Mill_City/Mill_City_Contra.html
Information:  (603) 595-4484

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH

From the South:
Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.



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We have a lovely evening planned for you, with excellent company, live 
music, and gender role free contra dancing.

WHEN: Saturday, April 17, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Bob Golder. Music:  White Squall with Andy Grover on 
fiddle, Alice Pace on bodhran, assorted hand percussion, and vocals, and 
Ned Quist on guitar and vocals.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

I'm posting this for Emily Kearns.  Ernie and Joan are *LONG* time Boston dancers; it's a real treat for us that they can make it to the Festival on Saturday.

Please respond directly to Emily if you can help:
emily_kearns "at" yahoo "dot" com

"Can anyone is available to drive Ernie and Joan Spence back to Reading form NEFFA around 5-6 on Saturday? Henry and I will drive them in but they need a ride back.  It's Ernie's birthday gift and we're hoping some kind soul will be able to help them out."

Thanks,

Lisa Greenleaf  

Hi Dancers,

Celebrate Patriots' Day on Monday with the cajun-flavored music of  
Heyday (Amy Larkin on fiddle, Johnathan Larkin on melodion &  
percussion, Shirley White on fiddle, George White on guitar) plus Cal  
Howard on the big bass.  Our caller is Will Mentor.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time  
students under 22).  All ages and abilities are welcome.  If  
beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with the person  
at the door), we will provide free instruction in the basics before  
the dance.  You can find more information and the schedule of  
upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


Just one day left to find out about this year's upcoming Concord  
Contra Challenge.  (Are YOU up for the 5-day dance challenge?)  See  
more at http://MondayContras.com/pages/contra-challenge.php

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

There will be two more Rehoboth dances in April--this Friday and next 
Friday, a 5th Friday!

This Friday, April 23, Chris Weiler will be leading the dance, with 
musicians Amy Larkin, Jonathan Larkin, and Max Newman.

Next Friday, April 30, Nils Fredland, Dave Langford, and Peter Barnes 
will be performing. This 5th Friday dance is a regular dance--not a 
challenging dance.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon,
Shawn

*****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, May 16.

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Hello all:

Just a quick note to remind you that there will NOT be a Kingston Contra Dance on April 24th.  This is NEFFA weekend and many of our dancers attend that event.  So, we look forward to seeing you next month (May 22nd).

Enjoy our nice Spring weather!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hi Dancers,

This Monday, we dance to the music of  Brendan Carey Block on fiddle,  
Debby Knight on  piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion &  
Cal Howard on the big bass.  Our visiting caller is Lynn Ackerson.

Monday will also be the final stage of the Concord Contra 5-Day  
Challenge.   Hardy survivors will receive accolades & their awards!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  If beginners arrive early and identify  
themselves (start with the person at the door), we will provide free  
instruction in the basics before the dance.  Admission is $8.00  
($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages and abilities are  
welcome.  You can find more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train who might need a ride to  
the Scout House, call 978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a  
ride, and someone will stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to  
pick you up. The train schedule says the train from Boston arrives at  
7:06 so we should have you covered even if there are minor delays.  
Look for the car with it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/ 
sub restaurants, a French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and  
an ice cream store right near the station so you could even come out  
on an earlier train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the  
station at 7:15.

Alternative Music Contra Dance this Saturday

Come dance contras to non-traditional music that rocks: Celtic fusion, pop, Latin, house techno and more. It's a fundraiser for The Concord Scout House, and Lisa and her iPod are donating their services to aid the Scout House. Won’t you consider making a donation, too?  After all, we need to raise money so we can raise the roof (literally!).

Saturday May 1, 2010    8:00-11:00 PM
$15 admission; under 21: $10
Concord Scout House, 74 Walden Street, Concord, MA 

Please bring soft-soled shoes to dance in.
~ all dances are taught ~

A production of the board the Concord Scout House, Inc. 

See you there,

Lisa G

There will be a 5th Friday dance in Rehoboth this week on April 30. 
Nils Fredland is calling, and music will be performed by Dave 
Langford and Peter Barnes.

This 5th Friday dance is a regular dance--not a challenging dance.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon,
Shawn

*****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, May 16.

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Reminder: Last contra dance of the 2009-2010 season in Berlin this Saturday evening, May 1 
 
Jim Gregory will call traditional contra and square dances this Saturday, May 1,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught. Plus, Jim will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic steps at 7:30 PM.
 
This will be the last dance of our 2009-2010 season; our next currently scheduled dance at the 1870 Town Hall will be on Saturday, October 2, 2010.
 
Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!
 
For additional information call 978-273-8238 or check online at our web site: http://webpages. charter.net/ brlncountryorch/
 

See you there!


      

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Happy Spring everyone.....

Come celebrate MayDay at the Peterborough First Saturday Contra Dance

This Saturday May 1st

Guest caller Andy Davis will be bringing a maypole and will lead  
maypole dancing at the break!!

Music by Old New England, (who we missed last December because of ice.)

All the regular details:

Peterborough Town House
1 Grove St
Peterborough, NH

7:30 Workshop

  8:00 to 11:30 Dancing

Admission $8/$6

call 413-369-4369

Sponsored by the Monadnock Folklore Society




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Hi Dancers,

This coming Monday, we welcome Cedar Stanistreet (of Nor'easter) on  
fiddle and Bethany Waickman (of Anadama) on guitar.  They will be  
playing with Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion and Cal  
Howard on the big bass.  Our visiting caller from Rhode Island is  
Lucia Watson.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

NOTE:  For those coming by commuter train, the Scout House is a few  
blocks away.  Those who might need a ride to the Scout House can call  
978-590-7335 by 5:00 to let us know you need a ride, and someone will  
stop by the Concord train station at 7:15 to pick you up. The train  
schedule says the train from Boston arrives at 7:06 so we should have  
you covered even if there are minor delays. Look for the car with  
it's 4-way flashers going. There are two pizza/sub restaurants, a  
French Bistro, Dunkin' Doughnuts, a Starbucks, and an ice cream store  
right near the station so you could even come out on an earlier  
train, have dinner or a snack, and meet back at the station at 7:15.

-----Original Message-----
From: mailinglist@... [mailto:mailinglist@...] 
Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 3:43 PM
To: contraken@...
Subject: Worcester Contra Dance is this Saturday

 

Please join us for our May contra dance.
 
*Chris Weiler* from Nashua, NH has called for dances large and small
around New England and the East coast since 2005. He regularly calls
at both the Monday and Thursday dances at the Concord Scout House and
works with several of the top contra dance bands. With quick,
efficient walkthroughs, Chris will give us warm and personable
teaching for beginners and experienced dancers.
 
Joining him from the Boston area will be *Einstein’s Little
Homonculus*, an always exciting band that thrilled us last year.
Playing instruments from the penny whistle to the baritone saxophone
and from the fiddle to the accordion, their music is a delight that
brings the dancing to wonderful new heights.
 
All dances are taught. No partner necessary. New dancers are always
welcomed!
 
Contra dancing is a New England tradition in a family friendly, smoke
and alcohol free environment.
 
Feel free to bring sweets and other snacks to share at the break.
 
Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor while
dancing.
 
Beginners’ lesson at 7:30pm. Dancing is from 8:00 to 11:00 with a
short break.
Admission is only $8 per person. Family admission is just $18 and
students with ID just $6. Children 12 and under FREE!
 
Dancing is at the Wesley United Methodist Church in the church hall
accessible from the left side of the church building. Just follow the
signs. 114 Main Street at the corner of State Street in Worcester.
Park behind the church or on State Street.
 
For directions and more information, see our website
www.worcesterdance.org <http://www.worcesterdance.org/>

Please remember to take our survey, if you haven't already! Your
answers will help us plan future seasons of the Worcester Contra
Dance, and one survey participant will win a pass to four free
dances."
 
http://www.worcesterdance.org/survey


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This Friday, May 7, Rumblestrip plays for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

Steve Holland will be calling to this fantastic music.
Come on out and rock the house!

May 7 at The Scout House
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

This the last dance of this season; we will be back with more
challenging contras in October.

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

There's a gender-role-free contra in Jamaica Plain this Saturday:


WHEN:  Saturday, May 8, 7:30-11:00 PM
WHO:   Caller: Lisa Greenleaf; Music: LocoMojo
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.

Most of you know how much Lisa Greenleaf's dances are, and the rest of
you *will* know by the end of Saturday evening. Together with the
lively tunes of LocoMojo (Shirley White & Amy Larkin on fiddle, Linda
Henry on piano), she'll knock your socks off. Come get ready for Lilac
Sunday or Mother's Day (or whatever else you're doing the rest of the
weekend) with a delightful evening of dance!

--Robert


IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Admission is $10.00 ($6.00 for students), or less if you
can't afford it. Free for children 12 and under.

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring soft-soled shoes.
Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented products, as some
of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and experience discomfort when
exposed to these materials.

For more information on this and other dances in our series, see our web
site, http://www.lcfd.org/jp/.
For detailed directions to the church, see
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html.

Hi Dancers,

This coming Monday, we have the calling of Dan Pearl to the music of  
Mark Simos, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, and Jen Starsinic on fiddles, Owen  
Morrison on guitar & Cal Howard on bass.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com


Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

BIDA is excited to present two events this weekend at the Cambridge Masonic Hall:

A Music Workshop with Blue Moose and the Unbuttoned Zippers
Join Blue Moose and the Unbuttoned Zippers (http://bmuz.net/BMUZ/home.html) for a jamming workshop of Scandinavian, Appalachian, and old time tunes! Expand your repertoire, while refining your backup skills, and broadening your knowledge of a variety of genres. All instruments and levels are welcome!
Sunday, May 16, 5:30-6:30; $5, additional donations accepted

3rd Sunday Contra Dance, with Blue Moose and th Unbuttoned Zippers, Nils Fredland, and Rickey Holt
Blue Moose and the Unbuttoned Zippers won the Emerging Artists Showcase at Falcon Ridge Folk Festival in 2008 and returned in 2009 to wow festival-goers on both the music stages and in the dance tent again in 2009. Creating an eclectic sound that combines old-timey music, bluegrass, blues, Scandanavian music, and traditional contra music, they have performed across the country and we can't wait to bring them to BIDA! Oh, and did I mention triple fiddles?

This month Nils Fredland and Rickey Holt are combining forces to bring a new format to our caller mentoring project. We can't wait to see what they come up with and always love it when they join us. 
Sunday, May 16, 7:30-10:30; sliding scale $5-10, additional donations accepted
Intro to Contra Dance session at 7:00 (bring a new dancer to the intro workshop and you both get in free to the workshop and dance!)

We will have a dessert potluck at the break. Please bring a tasty treat to share, or a contribution to the dessert fund.

If you would like to volunteer in return for free admission to the dance, please email koren@.... We are always in need of volunteers and would love to have you join us!

Sit-in musicians are welcome! Please RSVP to Julie, julie@..., if you would like to sit in with the band.

For directions, transportation assistance, or more information about BIDA, please visit our website: http://www.bidadance.org/

See you on the dance floor!
Martha

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, May 14, at 8 p.m. 
Dan Pearl will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

Also, this Sunday, May 16, the Sunday Night Jammers will be holding 
their monthly potluck and dance. You can read more details about the 
Jammers dances below.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, May 16.

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Sue Rosen says -

Please join us this Friday, May 14, in Carlisle for the potluck dinner
(6:30) and dance (8:00).

We hope to see you there.

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Time for the annual May contradance in Melrose!
Squares, circles, contra, English Country, Scandinavian, Morris and THE MAYPOLE!
Join the Thrushes, Warblers, and Swallows in a joyous welcome to spring.
They sing-we dance!


*******************************************
"Melrose Contradances for the Community"

Saturday, May 15


Third Saturdays each month we hold Contradances for the community in
the Melrose UU Church - all dances taught, newcomers and sit-in
musicians welcome, no partner necessary!


Come celebrate spring and the month of May, dancing
traditional New England square and contradances to live music in a
relaxed community-oriented setting.

The band will likely be
Nickolas Kaynor, Peter Butcher,
Cammy Kaynor, Jonathan Finger,
Carol Kycia, Karl Millstrom, Lena Millstrom,
and Lia Kaynor (assistant dancing master).


70 West Emerson St., Melrose MA (across from the library)

7-10PM
$6 suggested donation

http://mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6/
781-665-3835

You're invited to the
6th Annual Radiance Gala
at Springstep in Medford MA

"Dancing with the Springstep Stars"

Saturday, May 15, 2010, 8pm

RADIANCE: Dancing with the Springstep Stars.  The can't-miss global gala of the
year! 

An event to benefit Springstep in Medford Square, a nonprofit center for global dance & music that serves the youth and families of Medford and Greater Boston, and which is committed to bridging arts, culture, and community.  Featuring live dance & music, local celebrities, international food and cocktails, exciting auction items, and much more.

Springstep,
98 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA 02155

For tickets, call 781.395.0402 or visit http://www.springstep.org

$60 General Admission
$50 Springstep Members
$100 VIP Ticket Price (Includes VIP Cocktail Reception)

DETAILS. 
The can't-miss global gala of the year!  The theme of the 6th Annual Radiance Gala at  Springstep in Medford (a nonprofit center for global dance & music) is "Dancing with the Springstep Stars."  Local celebrities will team up with Springstep teachers to straighten their two left feet and perform dances from around the world (Flamenco, Salsa, Hip Hop, and more).  Celebrity dancers include Joyce Kulhawik (Arts & Entertainment Critic), Dr. Lisa Owens (Brigham & Women's Hospital), Michael Sack (President & CEO, Hallmark Health), Darryl Settles (The Beehive), and others. 

Enjoy delicious international food and cocktails, and participate in both a silent and live auction, with all proceeds benefiting Springstep's programming and work to bridge the arts, culture, and community.  The hosts for the evening will be WCVB-TV Channel 5's Karen Holmes Ward and long-time television news anchor Steve Aveson.

Honorary Co-Chairs for the event are Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn & Sheila McGlynn, Tufts University President Lawrence Bacow & Adele Fleet Bacow, and ABC TV "Dancing with the Stars" host Tom Bergeron.

TICKETS & INFO: http://springstep.org/?q= support/radiance

ABOUT SPRINGSTEP.
With over 20,000 annual visitors, Springstep is a destination for multicultural
dance, music, and art.  Connecting people through performances, exhibitions, classes, workshops, social dances, and more, Springstep spotlights culturally rooted artists locally
and from around the globe! 

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Yes, there is a contra dance tonight - Saturday May 15, 2010 at the Concord
Scout House

Music by Full Tilt: Debbie Knight, piano, Carol Bittenson, fiddle, Jim
Guinness, winds.
Calling by Beth Parkes

The dance starts at 8:00.
Admission $8/ $5 teens & under.

As always help us preserve the floor by bringing your clean shoes to dance
in.

Hi Dancers,

This coming Monday, we have Lisa Greenleaf calling to the music of  
Ariel Friedman on cello, Mia Friedman on fiddle, Bethany Waickman on  
guitar, and Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion.  Woo hoo!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

I'm looking for housing for 2 people on Thursday, June 3.  Diane Silver from North Carolina and her driving buddy need 2 beds in a household that will not kick them out before 10 in the morning on Friday (they have a lot of driving to recover from!).  Futons are OK, but no sleeping on couches.

Please reply to me personally, not to the list.

As always, I and the performers appreciate your help.

Thanks,

Lisa Greenleaf

Chrissy Fowler is calling this Thursday at the Scout House, and she was wondering if anyone out there would help her out with young Theo, her son.  Free admission plus more to be negotiated, depending on what Theo needs that night.  He usually sits contentedly in her backpack as she calls, so chances are, you'll get some dancing in.

Here's what Chrissy says:

"Do you know anyone who's (a) great w kids, and (b) definitely planning to come to the dance, and (c) might want to be comped in by me as a backup babysitter (the charming position of "person willing to cart off a screaming Theo should he be screaming and thus need to be out of the backpack and away from his mother the caller and her microphone.")  In my past experience it's very unlikely he'll need carting off, but I like having a backup person just in case.  In the event carting off is necessary, I'd pay that person additionally, for the privilege of handling a sad child."

If you can do it, please contact Chrissy directly.  Don't hit reply!!
ktaadn_me@...

Thanks,
Lisa Greenleaf

This month we feature hot New Hampshire fiddler Jessie Gagne-Hall and our dance medley (for those of you who didn't get enough at NEFFA).  Come join us at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River.

Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://tinyurl.com/Mill-City-Contra


Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
From the South:
Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.



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Please join us this Saturday for the 4th Saturday contradance at the 
Concord Scout House. We're happy to have caller Chris Ricciotti join 
us - music will be provided by 'Free Association' (Amy Larkin, Jim 
Guinness, Debby Knight, and guest Walter Lenk).

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats
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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Hello dancers:

Just a quick reminder that the Kingston Contra Dance is happening this Saturday.

Date:  May 22, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Dave Bateman
Band:  Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, Victor Troll, Gene Albert, and special guest fiddler Catherine Miller!)

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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If you danced to them at NEFFA, then you know what puts the "roar" in Roaring Jelly.   They'll be at it again this Friday in Lexington--this time at the Church of Our Redeemer, right off the Lexington Green.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St., Lexington, one block from the Lexington Green

Caller: Susan Elberger
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm



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One change and one note:  Tony Parkes will be calling and the food pantry at the Church of Our Redeemer would welcome any 16 oz can of beans other than baked beans.

If you danced to them at NEFFA, then you know what puts the "roar" in Roaring Jelly.   They'll be at it again this Friday in Lexington--this time at the Church of Our Redeemer, right off the Lexington Green.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St., Lexington, one block from the Lexington Green

Caller: Tony Parkes
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm




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We have a special gender-role-free combined Contra and English Country
night in JP this Saturday.


WHEN:  Saturday, May 22, 7:30-11:00 PM
WHO:   Callers: Sarah Gregory Smith (contra), Michael Cicone (English);
       Music: Bill Smith & Friends
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.


Get your lively contras and your elegant English dances all in one
event! Sarah Gregory Smith will lead us through delectable contra
dances, while Michael Cicone puts us smoothly through our English
paces, all to the beautiful tunes of Bill Smnith and his friends. How
much more fun could you have in one evening? You'll want to be there!

--Robert


IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Admission is $10.00 ($6.00 for students), or less if you
can't afford it. Free for children 12 and under.

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring soft-soled shoes.
Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented products, as some
of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and experience discomfort when
exposed to these materials.

For more information on this and other dances in our series, see our web
site, http://www.lcfd.org/jp/.
For detailed directions to the church, see
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html.

Hi, folks,

In case there was any ambiguity (like, because I got the Subject line
wrong), this Saturday's JP contra/English dance is Saturday, May
22. There is no Saturday, May 23 this year.

My apologies for any confusion, and further apologies to those of you
receiving multiple instances of this message.

--Robert

Hi Dancers,

Monday night we will dance to our own Daniel Friedman, calling to the  
music of Nor'easter (Cedar Stanistreet on fiddle, Julie Vallimont on  
piano/accordion, & Max Newman on Guitar/mandolin/banjo), with Jack  
O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion & Cal Howard on the big bass.   
The cupola vent/fan is open for the summer to keep us cool as we  
dance to this hot combo!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, May 28, at 8 p.m. 
Lucia Watson will be calling, and music will be performed by Heathen 
Creek, with Maia Rutman, Mark Koyama, and Pete Johannsen.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, June 27.

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Hi Dancers,

A special heads-up about Monday's Memorial Day Contra Dance so that  
you can make your plans to include this don't-miss dance event at the  
Scout House:

The Monday dance on Memorial Day will feature Perpetual E-Motion (Ed  
Howe on 5-string electronic violin and John Cote' on synthesized  
electric guitar, didgeridoo, and foot percussion). Perpetual E-Motion  
produces surreally groovy dance music that defies what one would  
expect from just two people.  Our caller will be Jeff Petrovitch.

PLEASE NOTE: Special lighting effects are planned to accentuate the  
Perpetual E-Motion experience!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

Hi Dancers,

A special Monday Memorial Day Contra Dance awaits you at the Scout  
House with super lighting effects.  Come early and dance more!

The Monday dance on Memorial Day will feature Perpetual E-Motion (Ed  
Howe on 5-string electronic violin and John Cote' on synthesized  
electric guitar, didgeridoo, and foot percussion). Perpetual E-Motion  
produces surreally groovy, tribal Contra dance music that defies what  
one would expect from just two people.  Our caller will be Jeff  
Petrovitch.

PLEASE NOTE: We are planning special lighting effects to accentuate  
the Perpetual E-Motion experience.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

> Hello Dancers......
>
> Come Dance One More Time this season at the
> Peterborough 1st Saturday Contra Dance
> at the Peterbororough Town House  1 Grove St., Peterborough, NH
>
> the details:
>
> Saturday June 5th
>
> Special Guest caller:  Dan Pearl
>
> Inspiring music by:  Amy Larkin, fiddle
>                                  and Bob McQuillen, piano
>
> Workshop Session at:  7:30 PM
> Dancing from 8:00 to 11:30
>
> Admissions still only $8.00
>
> For info call:  413-369-4369
>
> Please Note:  We will not dance in Peterborough in July or August,  
> so the next dance in our
>                        series will be Saturday September 4th...Have  
> a great summer!!!
>
>
>
>
>



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Hi Contra Dancers,

Welcome back students!

The Monday dance hosts David Kaynor on fiddle, Andrea Katz on fiddle,  
Bruce Rosen on piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion &  
Cal Howard on bass.  That's a lot of music!  Our caller for the dance  
will be Sue Rosen.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  All ages  
and abilities are welcome.  You can find lots more information and  
the schedule of upcoming Monday dances at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, June 11, at 8 p.m. 
Lisa Greenleaf will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

In a follow-up on the situation with Rehoboth's Blanding Library, at 
the annual town meeting in May, the townspeople voted overwhelmingly 
to provide funds so that the library can continue operating in the 
coming year.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, June 27.

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Sue Rosen says -

Please join us in Carlisle this Friday, June 11, for the last of our dances
this season.  Don't miss the great potluck dinner which starts around 6:30,
followed by dancing at 8pm.

If you have any extra garden seedlings bring them with you and we'll set up
a swap table.  Have a great summer!

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

WHEN: Saturday, June 12, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Dean Allemang. Music:  Spank Me with Roberta Sutter on
piano and Amy Larkin on fiddle.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hi Contra Dancers,

Another great dance last week, with 3 lines forming early!  We should  
be just as bustling tomorrow with a great line-up.

This Monday, we have the music of Ariel Friedman on cello, Mia  
Friedman on fiddle, Eric McDonald on mandolin, Matt Heaton on guitar,  
and Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion.  Lots of fast music!   
Our caller will be Steve Zakon-Anderson.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

It's the last dance of the season in Lexington, and that means ice cream!  Roaring Jelly will be serving it up hot (the music) and cold (the ice cream) this Friday in Lexington.  BYOS (bring your own spoon--or not!)

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: First Parish Church Hall, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, across from the Lexington Green
Band:  Roaring Jelly
Caller: Susan Elberger
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm



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Our guest musician this month, by way of Seattle, is CHRIS LIZOTTE on saxophone.  Hot sax, our monthly dance medley, and local strawberries at the break--who could ask for anything more!  Come join us at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River.

Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://tinyurl.com/Mill-City-Contra

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
From the South:

Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.


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There is no contra dance at the Scout House tonight, Saturday June 19, 2010.

Just in case you were planning on showing up. Please don't.

Sorry,

Beth Parkes

Hi Contra Dancers,

Summer is here, the music is hot, and the dance floor is filling up!   
Don't forget to wear your "slow" shoes or sneakers until the floor is  
refinished in a few weeks, as it is now very "fast."

For Monday's dance, we have the music of Amy Larkin on fiddle, Max  
Newman on guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/banjo/percussion, and Cal  
Howard on the big bass.  Our caller will be Adina Gordon.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& ice-cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Don't forget to bring soft-soled shoes and to brush off your dancing  
shoes before taking the floor.   Also, removing your shoes at the  
door (not at your chair) will go a long way toward saving the new  
floor finish. AND don't forget to wipe those shoes if you go outside  
for a break and re-enter the hall!

Hello dancers:

Happy Summer Solstice!!  Now that summer is here, it's time to get dancing in a beautiful air-conditioned hall.  The Kingston dance is this Saturday, and the A/C will be on!  Here are the details:

Date:  June 26, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Alice Morris
Band:  Heather Mike and Mike Morris

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, June 25, at 8 p.m. 
Sue Rosen will be calling, and music will be performed by Beauty and 
the Beast, with Jim Guinness, Emily Troll, and Debby Knight.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

Also, please keep in mind that during the months of July and August, 
the Rehoboth contra dance will be held only once a month--on 2nd 
Fridays. The two remaining summer dances will be on July 9 and August 
13. Starting in September, we will go back to 2nd, 4th, and 5th 
Fridays.

The Sunday Night Jammers will be holding a dance this Sunday, on June 
27. For the rest of the summer, the Jammers' dances will be held on 
July 18 and August 8. The fall schedule will be posted later in the 
summer. You can read more about the Jammers dances below.

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, June 27.

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Greetings -

The weekly Summer Saturday night series of contra dances at the 
Concord Scout House kicks off this Saturday (06/26/10) with a dance 
from 8 PM to 11 PM. The Series runs every Saturday night from June 
26th thru September 11th, with the exception of July 3rd, when the 
hall will be closed for floor refinishing.

The caller rhis Saturday will be Sue Rosen, with music by Carol 
Bittenson, Debby Knight, Bruce Rosen, and Walter Lenk

There will be no dance next Saturday (July 3rd) - the next dance will 
be July 10th

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

This is it.  The first gender role free contra dance of the summer, and 
it's a scorcher!  Hey, I'm not kiddin'.  We'll be led by one of our best 
callers, and the music will be from a high tech band that will blow your 
little dancing minds & feet.  Read on.

WHEN: Saturday, June 26, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Tony Parkes. Music:  Perpetual eMotion with John Cote on 
guitar, didgeridoo, feet, etc, etc, and Ed Howe on electric fiddle.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

NOTE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR *THIS* DANCE: You can help our community
thrive and bond by volunteering to help at dances. And you can earn free
dance admission for most jobs now! The Volunteer Coordinator this season
is Bob Peterson. Volunteer by contacting him at bobp@....

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Hello Dancers,

Don't forget to wear your "slow" shoes or sneakers until the floor is  
refinished at the end of next week, as it is now very "fast."  Also,  
do not enter the dance hall from the side doors near the stage,  
unless you need ramp access.

All right!!!  Our dance band for Monday night is Matching Orange  
(Brendan Carey Block on fiddle, Eric McDonald on Mandolin, and Eric  
Eid-Reiner on piano).  Our caller will be Chris Weiler.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& ice-cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com

Hi Contra Dancers,

NPR's evening show, All Things Considered, did a piece on Contra  
Dancing tonight.  The direct link to the story was supplied by  
Holly!  The bands in the background are Elixir, Wild Asparagus, and  
Perpetual-E-Motion.  There are already lots of comments at the NPR  
Website.  The link is:

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128273050

Don't forget that the Scout House is closed on Monday so that the  
floors can be refinished.  The Scout House will be open again on  
Thursday.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, July 9, at 8 p.m. 
Sue Rosen will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated, and bringing extra 
bottled water might also be advisable!

This is the only Rehoboth dance that will be held in July. After 
Friday, the next dance will be on the 2nd Friday in August, August 
13. Starting in September, we will go back to 2nd, 4th, and 5th 
Fridays.

In July and August, the Sunday Night Jammers will hold their monthly 
dance on Sunday, July 18, and on Sunday, August 8. You can read more 
about the Jammers dances below.

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dances 
will be held on Sunday, July 18, and on Sunday, August 8.

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Greetings -

The weekly Summer Saturday night series of contra dances at the 
Concord Scout House continues this Saturday (07/10/2010) with a dance 
from 8 PM to 11 PM, featuring 2 callers - Linda Leslie and Bob 
Golder. Music will be provided by Carol Bittenson, Debby Knight, Jim 
Guinness, Eric Eid-Reiner, and Walter Lenk.

The next Summer Saturday dance will be the following week - Saturday July 17.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night from June 26th thru September 11th, with the exception of July 
3rd, when the hall will be closed for floor refinishing.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello Dancers,

We have a newly refinished floor at the Scout House and reports are  
that it is great, so we hope to see lots of dancers tomorrow evening.

Our band for Monday is Amy Larkin on fiddle, Debby Knight on piano,  
Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion & Cal Howard on bass   
Our caller will be our own Daniel Friedman.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com

There's hot and then there's not.  Cool off with a hot contra at the AIR CONDITIONED Mill City dance this Friday (did I mention that it's AIR CONDITIONED!).  This month we feature Dave Eisenstadter calling and Debbie Knight on fiddle, along with the return of our dance medley .  
Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://tinyurl.com/Mill-City-Contra

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
From the South:

Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.





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Please join us for dancing this Saturday, July 17, in Concord, where 
Daniel Friedman will be calling. Music will be provided by Carol 
Bittenson, Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk. If it's hot and humid, 
check the freezer for popsicles.

Next Saturday, July 24, Lisa Greenleaf will be making her annual 
summer Saturday appearance, and Amy Larkin will be joining us on 
fiddle.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

There is a BIDA dance this Sunday! Nils Fredland will call to the Forks of Nature. 

Park Ave. Congregational Church in Arlington Heights.
7:30-10:30; introductory workshop at 7
Sliding Scale $5-10

Forks of Nature, a new band in the Boston contra scene, is a gleeful experiment in genre-bending, high-energy dance music. Double fiddles Jonathan Cannon and Jonah Sidman draw from their extensive repertoire of Irish, Canadian, jazz, gypsy, and klezmer tunes. Bassist Kirsten Lamb and guitarist Rowen Caplan join them with accompaniment, duo vocals, and more. The sum is a toe-tapping, string-slapping good time for dancers and musicians alike.

We could really use more volunteers! If you're interested, please email jeff@...

For more information, see our online flier: http://bidadance.org/100718dance.htm

Hope to see you there!

Hello Dancers,

The newly refinished floor at the Concord Scout House is ready for  
MORE DANCING!

But first, a Public Service Announcement :
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-
Refinishing the floor twice a year is something the Scout House does  
for us, the contradance community (you don't get that pattern of wear  
from anything else!)  On the morning of Saturday, August 7  
(9:00-11:30AM) it will be our turn to do something for the Concord  
Scout House.  Come join your fellow dancers for the first annual  
Contra Clean Up Day.  This is a day for dancers to come and spiff up  
our House.  Wear work clothing and help with scrubbing the kitchen or  
cleaning out the stage side rooms. Take a tour of downstairs and see  
what else is going on at CSH.

Please RSVP to Lisa Greenleaf (laleaf@...), even if you can  
only maybe-kinda-sort-of come, so she can plan on the correct amount  
of cooling and rewarding refreshments.  Feel free to bring friends  
and relatives :-)

More info will be available at the NEW Concord Scout House website:   
http://concordscouthouse.org/
------------------------------------------------------------------------ 
--

And now, back to our regularly scheduled email...

Tonight we have Chrissy Fowler calling to the music of the band  
Frigate: Steve Muise on fiddle and button accordeon, Fred White on  
guitar and percussion & Glen Loper on mandolin and banjo.  You may  
know Glen from another band: Rumblestrip.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you there!

Why come to the dance at the Scout House this Saturday, July 24? One, 
Lisa Greenleaf is calling! Two, Amy Larkin is playing fiddle! Three, 
there will be popsicles! Please join Lisa and Amy, along with Walter 
and Debby, for an evening of energetic dancing.

Next Saturday, July 31, Bob Golder will return to call to the music 
of Carol Bittenson, Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

We've arrived at the end of our gender role free (GRF) contra dance 
season with a super mid-summer's eve program for you.  We'll be back in 
September, but that's many weeks away.  So enjoy --->

WHEN: Saturday, July 24, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Marcie Van Cleave. Music:  Matching Orange with Eric 
McDonald on guitar, mandolin, and vocals, Eric Eid-Reiner on piano, and 
Brendan Carey Block on fiddle.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

Directions:
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html

-Mike Miller

Dear Dancers:

Just a quick reminder that there is NO Kingston Contra Dance in July.  We hope to see you for our next dance on August 28th.

Also, on a sad note, one of our seacoast dancers, Bo Stasiuk, passed away on Tuesday.  He and his wife Beryl were regulars at many local dances including the Thursday night Dover dance.  You may recall that Bo was the fellow who most always wore the "ant" t-shirts.  There is a memorial service for him on Sunday, July 25th at 1:00pm at the Exeter Unitarian Church.

I hope you are all managing to stay cool during this rather hot summer.  Look forward to seeing you in August!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

The weather will be much improved for tomorrow night's dancing!

But first, a Public Service Announcement :
------------------------------------------------------------------------ 
-
Folks are starting to sign up for the Contra Clean Up Day.  Won't you  
join your friends for this special event?

Refinishing the floor twice a year is something the Scout House does  
for us, the contradance community (you don't get that pattern of wear  
from anything else!)  On the morning of Saturday, August 7  
(9:00-11:30AM) it will be our turn to do something for the Concord  
Scout House.  Come join your fellow dancers for the first annual  
Contra Clean Up Day.  This is a day for dancers to come and spiff up  
our House.  Wear work clothing and help with scrubbing the kitchen or  
cleaning out the stage side rooms. Take a tour of downstairs and see  
what else is going on at CSH.

Please RSVP to Lisa Greenleaf (laleaf@...), even if you can  
only maybe-kinda-sort-of come, so she can plan on the correct amount  
of cooling and rewarding refreshments.  Feel free to bring friends  
and relatives :-)

More info will be available at the NEW Concord Scout House website:   
http://concordscouthouse.org/
------------------------------------------------------------------------ 
--

And now, back to our dance information email...

Monday night we have the lively music of Ariel Friedman on cello, Mia  
Friedman on fiddle, Eric McDonald on guitar, and Jack O'Connor on  
mandolin/ banjo/ percussion.  Our caller will be Adina Gordon.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you there!

The weather in Concord looks perfect for dancing this coming 
Saturday, July 31. With temperatures forecast in the upper 60's with 
low humidity, what could be better? Only Bob Golder calling, Carol 
Bittenson playing fiddle, Walter Lenk on the mandocello, and Debby 
Knight at the piano. Last week at least 55 dancers turned out, so 
bring your friends and help us maintain critical mass for dancing fun!

Next Saturday, August 7, Tony and Beth Parkes will be calling to 
music provided by Amy Larkin, Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello Dancers,

At last, the weather will be cooler for Monday dancing.

But first, a repeat of an important Public Service Announcement re.  
Contra Cleanup Morning:
------------------------------------------------------------------------ 
-
Refinishing the floor twice a year is something the Scout House does  
for us, the contradance community (you don't get that pattern of wear  
from anything else!)  On the morning of Saturday, August 7  
(9:00-11:30AM), it will be our turn to do something for the Concord  
Scout House.  Come join your fellow dancers for the first annual  
Contra Clean Up Morning.  This is a day for dancers to come and spiff  
up our House.  Wear work clothing and help with scrubbing the kitchen  
or cleaning out the stage side rooms. Take a tour of downstairs and  
see what else is going on at CSH.

So, here's what to do next:

Please RSVP to Lisa Greenleaf (laleaf@...), even if you can  
only maybe-kinda-sort-of come, so that she can plan on the correct  
amount of cooling and rewarding refreshments.  Feel free to bring  
friends and relatives :-)

More info will be available at the NEW Concord Scout House website:   
http://concordscouthouse.org/
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And now, back to our regularly scheduled email...

We will dance to the music of Matching Orange! (Brendan Carey Block  
on fiddle, Eric McDonald on Mandolin, and Eric Eid-Reiner on piano),  
with Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion and Cal Howard on  
bass.  Our caller will be Linda Leslie

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm. All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow!

For the second week in a row, the weather in Concord looks great for 
dancing this coming Saturday, August 7. In addition to enjoying lower 
temperatures and humidity, you'll enjoy dancing to TWO callers! Tony 
and Beth Parkes will be joined by Amy Larkin on fiddle, Debby Knight 
on piano, and Walter Lenk on mandocello. The Saturday dance crowd has 
been growing in number, with a nice balance of regulars and 
out-of-town guests.

Next Saturday, August 14, David Millstone will be calling to the 
double fiddle sound of Cedar Stanistreet and Paul Lizotte, backed up 
by Debby and Walter.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello dancers:

You asked for it, so we're putting on a Kingston Contra Dance in August!  This is your advance notice to save the date and to spread the word to fellow dancers, and would-be dancers alike.  In order for this dance series to continue, we need consistent attendance of sufficient numbers in order to achieve decent pay for the callers and musicians.  We hope to see you on August 28th in the beautiful (and air-conditioned!) Kingston Town Hall:

Date:  August 28, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Marcie Van Cleave
Band:  "Old Favorite" (Burt Feintuch, Sarah Hydorn, Bill Zecker, Emery Hutchins and John Carew)

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

We had a good time on Saturday morning, pitching in to spruce-up the  
Scout House (wait until you see the kitchen)!  Thanks to all who were  
able to join us.  Be on the lookout for the next Contra Cleanup  
opportunity.

Tomorrow night, Monday, we will be dancing to the fine music of David  
Kaynor on fiddle, Bethany Waickman on guitar, Jack O'Connor on  
mandolin/ banjo/ percussion, and Cal Howard on bass.  Our caller will  
be Sue Rosen!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, August 13, at 8 
p.m. Linda Leslie will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated, and bringing extra 
bottled water might be a good idea!

This is the only Rehoboth dance that will be held in August. Starting 
in September, we will go back to 2nd, 4th, and 5th Fridays.

Dance flyers for the new season will be available on Friday. The 
Sunday Night Jammers have announced their fall/winter schedule, and 
flyers for the Jammers dances will also be on hand. You can read more 
about the Jammers below.

See you soon!
Shawn

******************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, September 19.

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Please join us for dancing this Saturday, August 14, in Concord, 
where David Millstone will be calling for us after spending a week on 
staff at Pinewwoods. Music will be provided by Cedar Stanistreet and 
Paul Lizotte on fiddles, with Debby Knight on Piano and Walter Lenk 
on MandoCello.

Next Saturday, August 21, John Alden will come up from the Cape to 
call to the double fiddle sound ofCarol Bittenson and Vince 
O'Donnell, backed up by Debby and Walter.

Hope to see you there!

Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Hello Dancers,

Tomorrow night is another fine summer night for dancing.  On Monday,  
we will be dancing to the fine music of Julie Metcalf on fiddle, Andy  
Reiner on fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/  
banjo/ percussion, and Cal Howard on bass.  Our caller will be our  
own Daniel Friedman!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow night!

Once again, the weather in Concord looks great for dancing this 
coming Saturday, August 21. In addition to enjoying lower 
temperatures and humidity, you'll dance to the music of two fiddlers 
- Carol Bittenson and Vince O'Donnell, backed up by Debby Knight and 
Walter Lenk. John Alden will be coming up from the Cape to call - a 
rare treat. You never know who'll you see on the dance floor in the 
summer, as a number of out-of-town guests join the regular dancers.

Next Saturday, August 28, Chris Weiler will be calling to the music 
of Full Tilt (Carol Bittenson, Jim Guinness, Debby Knight) and Walter 
Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello Dancers,

Don't forget that tomorrow night is Monday-night dancing at the Scout  
House.  We have music by Fracas:  Laura Cortese on fiddle, Shannon  
Heaton on flute, Matt Heaton on guitar, and Paddy League on  
percussion.  That's a lot of music!  Our caller will be Steve Zakon- 
Anderson.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you dancing!

Please join us for dancing this Saturday, August 28, in Concord, 
where Chris Weiler will be coming down from New Hampshire to call for 
us. Music will be provided by Full Tilt (Carol Bittenson, Jim 
Guinness, Debby Knight) and Walter Lenk.

Next Saturday, September 4, David Kaynor will be calling to the music 
of Paul Lizotte, Catherine Miller, Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Dance Series runs every Saturday 
night thru September 11th.

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats


-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello Dancers,

Come join us for Monday-night dancing at the Scout House with a great  
group of musicians:  Emerald Rae on fiddle, Brendan Carey Block on  
fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/  
percussion & Cal Howard on the bass.  Our caller will be Sue Rosen.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you dancing!

>> Hello Dancers!
>>
>> A new season begins for the 1st Saturday Peterborough Contra Dance!
>> Please come out this Saturday, September 4th and enjoy the kick-off  
>> dance at the Peterborough Town House, 1 Grove St., Peterborough, NH
>>
>> Calling for you will be Steve Zakon-Anderson with delightful music  
>> by our local treasures:  Old New England - Jane Orzechowski, Deanna  
>> Stiles, and Bob McQuillen
>>
>> Workshop for new dancers at 7:30pm
>> Dancing from 8:00-11:30pm
>> Admission: $8.00
>> discounted admission for kids < 12, students and seniors
>>
>> For more information call 413-369-4369
>> Sponsored by the Monadnock Folklore Society
>>
>> Please help us let people know about this dance and all the first  
>> Saturday Peterborough dances.  We are trying to keep the price down  
>> for this series, but it is hard to make ends meet with the hall  
>> rent ($400!) unless we get more dancers.  Another option under  
>> consideration is to leave the beautiful Town House for a smaller  
>> venue, which would be a sad decision to have to make.  So, please  
>> tell, remind, cajole, nudge, and drag your friends to the dance!
>>
>> Looking forward to seeing you there,
>> Steve
>



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Looking for some dancing as part of your Labor Day Weekend 
festivities?  This Saturday, September 4, David Kaynor will be coming 
in from western Mass to call at the Concord Scout House. He will be 
joined on stage by Paul Lizotte and Catherine Miller on fiddles 
(maybe David will play fiddle, too!), Debby Knight at the piano, and 
Walter Lenk on the mandocello.

Next Saturday, Sept 11, Daniel Friedman will be calling to the music 
of Amy Richardson Larkin, Debby Knight, and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House Summer Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/summersats
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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Dear Dancers:

Thanks to those of you who turned out for the Kingston Dance last Saturday!  Because of your interest the Dance will survive for another month.  Attendance was excellent and we had a terrific dance.  If you enjoyed the evening, please come again and spread the word.  Feedback from the caller and band was also very positive.  They enjoyed themselves and were energized by your spirit and commitment.  Congrats all the way around!

With that in mind, please mark September 25th for the next Kingston Dance.  Jeff Petrovich will be calling with Lloyd Carr and Roger Treat providing the tunes.  Should be a fun evening!  Dance starts at 8:00pm in the Kingston Town Hall.

Hope you have a good Labor Day Weekend, and we'll see you in a few weeks.

Glenn.

________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

Come join us for the Labor Day Dance on Monday night at the Scout  
House.  We will be kissing summer temperatures goodbye with cool  
breezes and hot music by David Kaynor on fiddle, Max Newman on  
guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion & Cal Howard on  
bass.

Our caller for the evening will be Dan Pearl!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you on Labor Day!

After a long August break, the Rehoboth contra dance series starts 
its 29th season with two dances scheduled for September (on the 
second and fourth Fridays).

This Friday, September 10, at 8 p.m., Nils Fredland will be calling, 
and music will be performed by Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza 
Constable, and Glen Loper.

The Jammers monthly dances at the hall are also starting up again. 
The next one will be held on Sunday, September 19. You can read more 
details about the Jammers dances below.

Special Rehoboth contra dances in the coming season include a 
Halloween dance on October 29, a Thanksgiving dance on November 26, a 
New Year's Eve dance on December 31, and a challenging dance on April 
29. Flyers for the new season will be at the dance hall and are also 
available on the dance's Web site (see the link below).

Speaking for the board members of the Rehoboth Country Dance Society, 
we wish to thank all of those long-time, recent, and new dancers who 
have been so faithful to the dance and have helped it to thrive. By 
continuing to enjoy yourselves and spreading the word about the 
Rehoboth dance, you are ensuring that it will continue for many more 
years.

Any refreshment contributions to help celebrate the start of the new 
season would be greatly appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, September 19.

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-----Original Message-----
From: mailinglist@... [mailto:mailinglist@...] 
Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 12:58 PM
To: contraken@...
Subject: Worcester Contra Dance is this Saturday

 

Please join us for our September contra dance.
 
*Jeffrey Petrovitch* from Keene in the Monadnock region of New
Hampshire will give us clear and precise calling from his repertoire
of interesting dances from all over New England. He has called for
over three hundred contra dances from southern Pennsylvania to
northern Maine.
 
Joining him from the Boston area will be *Jump Start*, an exciting
contra band which plays Quebecois, Celtic, New England dance music.
Members include Gene Albert, Nancy Fiske, Paul Lizotte and Victor
Troll. Their music is sure to delight us all.
 
Contra dancing is a New England tradition in a family friendly, smoke
and alcohol free environment.
All dances are taught. No partner necessary. New dancers are always
welcomed!
Feel free to bring sweets and other snacks to share at the break
Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor while
dancing.
 
Beginners’ lesson at 7:30pm. Dancing is from 8:00 to 11:00 with a
short break.
Admission is only $8 per person. Family admission is just $18 and
students with ID just $6. Children 12 and under FREE!
Dancing is at the Wesley United Methodist Church in the church hall
accessible from the left side of the church building. Just follow the
signs. 114 Main Street at the corner of State Street in Worcester.
Park behind the church or on State Street.
For directions and more information, see our website
www.worcesterdance.org <http://www.worcesterdance.org/>

 

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This Saturday, September 11th, marks the last dance of the Summer 
Saturday night dance series at the Concord Scout House. Daniel 
Friedman will be calling to the music of Amy Richardson Larkin on 
fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, and Walter Lenk on mandocello.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

Next Saturday night, the 3rd Saturday dance with Beth Parkes will 
return for the Fall/Winter/Spring season, and the following week the 
the 4th Saturday dance will return.

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday Schedule is posted at
            http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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The gender-free contra dance in Jamaica Plain kicks off its 2010-11
season this Saturday:


WHEN:  Saturday, September 11, 7:30-11:00 PM
WHO:   Caller: Linda Leslie; Music:  White Squall
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.

You really don't want to miss this opportunity to dance to the calls
of the incomparable Linda Leslie, with lively and inspiring music from
White Squall (Andrew Grover on fiddle, Ned Quist on guitar, and Alice
Pace on percussion and vocals). Do come and dance with us!

--Robert


IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Admission is $10.00 ($6.00 for students), or less if you
can't afford it. Free for children 12 and under.

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring soft-soled shoes.
Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented products, as some
of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and experience discomfort when
exposed to these materials.

For more information on this and other dances in our series, see our web
site, http://www.lcfd.org/jp/.
For detailed directions to the church, see
http://www.lcfd.org/jp/directions.html.

Dear Dancers:

I'm passing this note along from Shari Souliere who is dealing with yet another family crisis.  Your prayers and spiritual support will mean a lot to her.  Thanks.

Glenn.

______________________________________

Hi Glenn.
I'm not sure that I'll be able to come, because my Mom is dying of  stage 4 pancreatic cancer that is already heavily into her liver.  We went to the oncologist yesterday and there really isn't a treatment option.  She didn't want to do anything anyway.  They predict two months left at the most.  It looks like I will become her primary caregiver.  I would appreciate any spreading of this news as I can only check my messages occasionally and need as many positive thoughts as possible to maintain my strength!!  Don has been awesome and knows that this is what I need to do right now.  Hospice is coming today for a consultation.  Mom says that this is an answer to her prayer....to be with Dad.  We try to maintain a sense of humor here and I tell her "yeah, Mom, but it sucks for us!! "  

My Mom's number is 603-837-9884 and is the best way to reach me if you want to say hi.  I hope to squeeze in some dancing too, but not sure at this time.

I feel lucky to have so many dear friends through dancing!!
Love,
Shari


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(Posting this on behalf of Deb Karl, who is organizing this  
opportunity for Boston area dancers, who can be contacted at  
nancydress@... )

-----------------------

"Nancy" dresses - colorful, comfortable, and oh-so-great for twirling  
- are admired and enjoyed by contra and English Country dancers alike.

These dresses are sold primarily at dance festivals and camps in the  
South and mid-Atlantic. Jennifer, who makes the "Nancy" line of  
dresses, is coming to New England!  She?ll first be at the Swallowtail  
32th Anniversary Weekend at Camp Becket Sept 17-19, & then she?ll be  
in Amherst & Arlington:

Sunday, Sept 19, 4:30 - 7:00 pm ? Amherst - Munson Library (basement),  
immediately after Gary Roodman's "Afternoon of Calculated Figures"  
(1:30 - 4:30 pm) -  www.amherstecd.org
AND
Wednesday, Sept 22, 7:00 - 10:00 pm, Park Avenue Congregational Church  
Arlington Heights, MA - before & during the Wednesday Arlington  
English Country Dance   -   www.cds-boston.org

Dresses and skirts cost from $40 - $75 ? cash or check only.  Most are  
made from rayon.  If you don?t find exactly the  
style/color/size/length you?d like, Jennifer will take special orders.  
She?ll also make a dress out of fabric the customer provides.

Come!  Dance!  Shop!  Twirl!

Hi Dancers,

Tonight will be a lovely night for dancing to the music of Ariel  
Friedman on  cello, Mia Friedman on fiddle, Bethany Waickman on  
guitar, and Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion.  Our caller  
for the evening will be Will Mentor.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  If beginners arrive early and identify themselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you on Labor Day!

Starting up for the season, a Great Fall series,
put it on your calendar now.

NE Contras, Squares and Waltzes at the UU Church in Melrose.
Great for families and beginners.
70 W. Emerson St. Melrose MA

Third Saturdays from 7-10pm.
October 16th 2010
November 20th 2010
December 20th 2010

Kammy Kaynor/Pete Butcher/Nickolas Kaynor
and many others.
Musicians are welcome to sit-in.
All dances are called.

Website: http://mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6/dance1.html
Contact email: cammydance@...

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, September 24, at 8 
p.m. Linda Leslie will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Notorious, with Eden MacAdam-Somer and Larry Unger.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, October 17.

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Pictures of these dresses can now be seen at http://www.cds-boston.org

(Posting this on behalf of Deb Karl, who is organizing this  
opportunity for Boston area dancers. She can be contacted at  
nancydress@... )

-----------------------

"Nancy" dresses - colorful, comfortable, and oh-so-great for twirling  
- are admired and enjoyed by contra and English Country dancers alike.

These dresses are sold primarily at dance festivals and camps in the  
South and mid-Atlantic. Jennifer, who makes the "Nancy" line of  
dresses, is coming to New England!

Wednesday, Sept 22, 7:00 - 10:00 pm, Park Avenue Congregational Church  
Arlington Heights, MA - before & during the Wednesday Arlington  
English Country Dance   -   www.cds-boston.org

Dresses and skirts cost from $40 - $75 - cash or check only.  Most are  
made from rayon.  If you don't find exactly the  
style/color/size/length you'd like, Jennifer will take special orders.  
She'll also make a dress out of fabric the customer provides.

Come!  Dance!  Shop!  Twirl!

Please join us this Saturday evening for the season kick-off of the 
4th Saturday contradance at the Concord Scout House. We're happy to 
have caller Bob Golder join us. Music will be provided by exciting, 
versatile fiddler Julie Metcalfe, along with Debby Knight on the 
piano and Walter Lenk on the mandocello.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday dances run from September 2010 through
    June 2011 (with the exception of December 25, 2010). The complete
    schedule and other details are posted at
        http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello dancers:

Fall has arrived, but Summer is still with us in spirit!  Don't forget about the Kingston dance this evening.  It promises to be another great night of dancing and community.  Here are the details:

Date:  September 25, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Jeff Petrovich
Band:  Lloyd Carr and Roger Treat

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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OMG, Dancers,

Cool weather, bright lights, cutting-edge Contra music & La Greenleaf  
make tomorrow night a great night for dancing at the Scout House.   
Our band is Perpetual E-motion (Ed Howe - 5-string electronic violin  
& John Cote' - synthesized electric guitar, didgeridoo and foot  
percussion).  Again, our caller will be Lisa Greenleaf.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& cold lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  Beginners: please arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), and we will provide free instruction in  
the basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you there!

This Friday, Oct 1, Rumblestrip is playing 
for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

Will Mentor is the nimble caller with this fantastic music.
Come on out and rock the house!

October 1 at The Concord Scout House
http://concordscouthouse.org/
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

Reminder: First contra dance of the new season in Berlin this Saturday evening, October 2 
 
Bill Fischer will call traditional contra and square dances this Saturday, October 2,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught. Plus, Bill will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic steps at 7:30 PM.
 
Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!
 
For additional information call 978-855-4419 or check online at our web site: http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/
 

See you there!


      

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Hi Dancers,

If it's good enough for Caesar, it's good enough for the Scout  
House!  Check "it" out at the Challenging Dance on Friday.

We have a way for you to show support for the Scout House that you  
will want to wear, but quantities are limited, so bring your  
checkbooks with you on Friday.

No more hints until then.

Did we say bring your checkbooks?

Hello Dancers,

Hope you can come to the dance this Saturday (and see some beautiful  
foliage on the way!)

Bob McQuillen will be joined by one of his favorite musical partners,  
Dave Langford on fiddle!

Steve Z-A will be calling for the evening.

All of the usual details:

7:30 PM Beginner workshop
8:00 to 11:30  Dancing

Admission still only $8.00

For more info call 413-369-4369

See you then!

P.S.  Save Oct 16th for the FallBall.



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Hello dancers:

Just thought we'd give you a little advance notice about the October Kingston Contra Dance.  A special appearance by SWALLOWTAIL means this will be a great night of music and dance.  So, spread the word and plan to be in Kingston on October 23rd!

Date:  October 23, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $10.00 (please note special admission price for SWALLOWTAIL dance)
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

SWALLOWTAIL!

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

More cool dancing weather awaits you at the Scout House tomorrow  
night.  Our band is Julie Metcalf (fiddle), Bethany Waickman  
(guitar), Jack O'Connor (mandolin/ banjo/ percussion) and Cal Howard  
(bass).  Your caller will be our own Daniel Friedman.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  Beginners: please arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), and we will provide free instruction in  
the basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you there!

-----Original Message-----
From: mailinglist@... [mailto:mailinglist@...] 
Sent: Monday, October 04, 2010 1:23 PM
To: contraken@...
Subject: Worcester Contra Dance is this Saturday

 

Please join us for our October contra dance.
 
*Chris Weiler* from Nashua, NH has called for dances large and small
around New England and the East coast since 2005. He regularly calls
at both the Monday and Thursday dances at the Concord Scout House and
works with several of the top contra dance bands. With quick,
efficient walkthroughs Chris will give us warm and personable teaching
for beginning and experienced dancers.
 
Joining him from the Boston area will be *Nor’easter*, an exciting
band that plays up a real storm. Nor'easter emerged in spring 2008
after Cedar, Max, and Julie played together at a Boston contra dance.
The band draws on Irish, Scottish, Quebec, Cape Breton, and New
England musical traditions to create an exciting, joyous sound for
dancing.
 
All dances are taught. No partner necessary. New dancers are always
welcomed!
 
Contra dancing is a New England tradition in a family friendly, smoke
and alcohol free environment.
 
Feel free to bring sweets and other snacks to share at the break.
 
Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor while dancing.
 
Beginners’ lesson at 7:30pm. Dancing is from 8:00 to 11:00 with a
short break.
Admission is only $8 per person. Family admission is just $18 and
students with ID just $6. Children 12 and under FREE!
 
Dancing is at the Wesley United Methodist Church in the church hall
accessible from the left side of the church building. Just follow the
signs. 114 Main Street at the corner of State Street in Worcester.
Park behind the church or on State Street.
 
For directions and more information, see our website
www.worcesterdance.org <http://www.worcesterdance.org/>


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There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, October 8, at 8 
p.m. Lisa Greenleaf will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

There will be two more Rehoboth contra dances this month: on October 
22 and 29--with a Halloween theme for the 29th!

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

Also, the Rehoboth Jammers will be holding their monthly potluck and 
community dance next weekend on October 17. You can read more about 
the Jammers dances below.

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, October 17.

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Sue Rosen says -

Please join us this Friday, October 8, for the new season of dances in
Carlisle.  We gather for a great potluck dinner at 6:30 and start dancing
at 8pm.  Debby, David, Bruce and Walter will be anchoring the band and
it'll be great to see you there.

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

-- 

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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WHEN: Saturday, October 9, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Sue Rosen.  Music:  Bruce Rosen & Friends with Bruce Rosen 
on piano and guitar; Catherine Miller on fiddle; and Glen Loper on mandolin.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

-Mike Miller

Bring a group to 3rd Saturdays at the Concord Scout House, any size, any age and the whole group pays only $49. Just be sure to show up at the same time.

This starts this Saturday, October 16th!

Music this week is by Debby Knight, Paul Lizotte and friends.
Beth Parkes, calling

8:00 pm - 11:00pm
$8 / $5 teens and under

So grab a group and head on over!

Beth

Ciao Dancers,

Come dance with us at the Scout House tomorrow night, especially if  
you have the Columbus Day holiday.  Our Contra Dance band is David  
Kaynor on fiddle, Owen Morrison on guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/  
banjo/ percussion and Cal Howard on the big bass.  Your caller will  
be Chris Weiler.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  Beginners: please arrive early and identify themselves (start  
with the person at the door), and we will provide free instruction in  
the basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).   You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow!

Roaring Jelly Dance Announcement

Spring into Fall  this Friday with Roaring Jelly.  The band starts its new dance season with fiddles, strings, winds, coconut percussion and other assorted musical surprises Oct. 15 in Lexington.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: First Parish Church Hall, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, across from the Lexington Green
Caller: Susan Elberger
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm



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BIDA has two events coming up in the next few weeks that we wanted to make sure you know about. 

But first, have you seen our new website? Check out www.bidadance.org! We'd love any feedback you might have about it. Many thanks to Alison Nihart for her hard work in designing something that shows off BIDA so well!

1) BIDA Dance
October 17. Brendan Carey-Block (fiddle), Eric McDonald (mandolin and guitar), and Julie Vallimont (piano and accordion) play for us and Lisa Greenleaf calls! We will be meeting at St. John's Church in Watertown. The dance is 7:30-10:30 and the newcomer workshop is from 7-7:30. For directions and transportation information, please see our website. $5-10, sliding scale. 

We are running two specials for this dance:
- Bring a new dancer to the newcomer workshop and dance and you both get in free!
- Students get in to our dance at a reduced rate of two for the price of one!

Details: 
Sunday, October 17
7:30-10:30 (newcomer workshop 7:00)
St. John's Church, Watertown, MA
$5-10, sliding scale
contra dance!
http://bidadance.org/events/dance_2010-10-17.html

2) BIDA Party: Dance
 BIDA is throwing a party this month! This time we're going to focus on dancing, so please bring your dancing socks (since the floor doesn't do well with stomping in shoes). We'll start with a potluck and hanging out and then play music and dance. If you're interested in getting involved with calling or playing for dances, this would be a great place to try it out! 

Details:
Sunday, October 24
5:30-9 PM
15 Windsor St. Arlington, MA
free (but donations are always welcome)
potluck, dance and music party!

Other things:

Volunteer: Want to get more involved with BIDA? We are looking for people of all ages to get involved with the leadership of our organization. Let us know if you're interested in volunteering at a dance, helping to host a party, running a workshop, recruiting students or anything else. 

Get mentored: Are you interested in playing or calling for a dance? Know anyone who would like mentoring? BIDA pairs emerging bands and callers with experienced performers to pass on skills and traditions. Check out the 'get involved' page for some ideas of different mentoring options and let us know if you would like to get involved. http://bidadance.org/getinvolved.html 

We hope to see you soon!

Reminder: First family contra dance of the new season in Berlin this Sunday 
afternoon, October 17 


Bill Fischer will call traditional contra and square dances this Sunday, October 
17,  from 3-5:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music 
by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught.

Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced. These Family Dances are 
great fun for the entire family, including children of all ages. Come with or 
without a partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall 
is 1.8 miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave.

And, admission is FREE!

For additional information call 978-855-4419 or check online at our web site: 
http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/

See you there!


      

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This month Nancy Fiske  (clarinet, whistles) rejoins us after a summer break, and  caller Chris Lahey from the Boston area joins us at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, Friday, Oct. 15.

Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://tinyurl.com/Mill-City-Contra

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
From the South:

Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.


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Starting up for the season, a Great Fall series,
put it on your calendar now.

NE Contras, Squares and Waltzes at the UU Church in Melrose.
Great for families and beginners.
70 W. Emerson St. Melrose MA

Third Saturdays from 7-10pm.
October 16th 2010
November 20th 2010
December 20th 2010

Kammy Kaynor/Pete Butcher/Nickolas Kaynor
and many others.
Musicians are welcome to sit-in.
All dances are called.

Website: http://mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6/dance1.html
Contact email: cammydance@...

There is a great, fun,  group of musicians at the Concord Scout House tonight:

Debby Knight on piano
Paul Lizotte and Edward Wallace on fiddle
Walter Lenk on mando-cello
Joyce Isen on percussion

8:00 pm, admission $8/ $5 for teens and under (unless you bring a group)
If you bring a group, the whole group, any age, any size, gets in for a flat $49. Just arrive at the same time.

Hello dancers:

Well, another month has flown by and the Kingston Contra Dance happens this Saturday, October 23rd.  Sarah, Gale and I are pleased to be hosting a special appearance by SWALLOWTAIL, meaning this will be a great night of music and dance.  So, spread the word and plan to be in Kingston on October 23rd!

Date:  October 23, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $10.00 (please note special admission price for SWALLOWTAIL dance)
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

SWALLOWTAIL!

See you on the dance floor!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, October 22, at 8 
p.m. Tony Parkes will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Michelle Kaminsky and French Roast, with Mark Wholley, Jim Joseph, 
and Alan Bradbury.

Because of the 5th Friday this month, there will also be a 
Halloween-themed Rehoboth dance next week, on October 29.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, November 14.

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Please join us for this Saturday evening's contradance as we 
celebrate significant birthdays for two of the dance community's 
musicians - there will be special refreshments at the break.

Sue Rosen will be calling, and music will be provided by Full Tilt 
(Carol Bittenson, Jim Guinness, Debby Knight) and Walter Lenk.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday dances run from September 2010 through
    June 2011 (with the exception of December 25, 2010). The complete
    schedule and other details are posted at
        http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats

-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

Hello Dancers,

What a great lineup at the Scout House tomorrow night!  Musicians  
will be:  Brendan Carey Block on fiddle, Eric McDonald on mandolin,  
Max Newman on guitar, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion &  
Cal Howard on the big bass.    Your caller will be Lucia Watson, up  
from Rhode Island to join in the fun.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

NOTE:  Beginners: please arrive early and identify yourselves (start  
with the person at the door), and we will provide free instruction in  
the basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).  You can  
find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming Monday dances  
at:

         www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow!

**SPECIAL DATE** 
(And note that there is no 1st Friday dance in November due to floor refinishing.)

This Friday, Oct 29, Nor'easter is playing 
for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

I will be calling with this fantastic music, and I have a bunch
of cool new dances for you, so come on out and rock the house!

October 29 at The Concord Scout House
http://concordscouthouse.org/
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

Hello Dancers,

Just a reminder that you can connect with other dancers for rides to  
the Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to facilitate folks  
without a car wishing to attend the Monday dance (or those simply  
looking to reduce energy usage, etc.) the means to connect with  
others able to offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

And check out our Website at:  www.MondayContras.com


See you tomorrow!

There will be a Halloween-themed Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, 
October 29, at 8 p.m. Lucia Watson will be calling, and music will be 
performed by Amy Larkin and Roberta Sutter.

Desserts for the break are always appreciated!

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, November 14.

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13th Annual Autumn Harvest Ball! 
This is a truly magical evening of elegant American contras, squares,  
mixers & couple dances from the Victorian Era!   If you’ve never been before, 
this  is an event, not to be missed! 
Date: Saturday, November 13th,  2010 
Location: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain  (Unitarian – Universalist) corner of 
Centre & Eliot Streets in Jamaica Plain  (Boston), MA. 
Callers: Chris Ricciotti with special guest caller Susan  de Guardiola! 
Band: Spare Parts!  
(Bill Matthiesen - Piano, Liz Stell - Flute, and special spare part Frank  
Orsini - Fiddle!) 
Ball Program: 
5:00pm – 6:45pm:  Elegant Pot  Luck Dinner 
7:00pm – 7:25pm:  Warm up  Waltzes 
7:30pm – 11:00pm:  Evening  Ball (with decadent dessert pot-luck at 9:15pm) 
Admission: Reserve your tickets  now!  $15 in advance or $18 at the  door.  
A reduced rate or free  admission is available for anyone who can help out 
with decorating or who can  assist with set up before or clean up after 
dinner and/or dessert or assistance  with clean up after the ball is over.   
Contact:  Chris Ricciotti  (_Ricciotti@..._ (mailto:Ricciotti@...)  
or Home:  (781) 982-8042 Cell: (617) 852-4042 to reserve tickets, volunteer 
for work  exchange, menu needs or for more information). 
Period costume, formal or festive creative and colorful attire are most  
welcome and encouraged! 
DETAILS: 
Starting at 5:00pm, come join us for the candle-lit potluck dinner before  
the Harvest Ball, and then later for the dessert potluck during the break in 
the  evening ball program, BOTH CREATED BY YOU!  We have many talented 
cooks in our community and the food is always  great!   A diversity of dinner  
food (Meat, Vegetarian & Vegan dishes) to help balance out the menu, would  
be appreciated. Bring your most elegant, enticing dishes for all to enjoy.  
Large ovens and stove available for  heating and adding that finishing touch. 
 Feel free to arrive early to plate your creation.  Doors to the church 
will be open at  4:00pm, and the ovens and kitchen will be ready and available 
for use at that  time.  
We also have a delightful dessert potluck during the break in the evening  
ball program, so your wonderful homemade baked goods and dessert treats are 
also  welcome!   There is some  refrigerator space available for any dessert 
items that need to be kept  cool. 
To help coordinate a balance menu plan, or to ask what is needed for the  
dinner and/or dessert pot luck, please contact Chris Ricciotti as noted 
above.  
Following dinner, we have warm up waltzes before the ball from 7:00pm -  
7:25pm, then we hand out ball cards and the evening ball program begins at  
7:30pm with a Grand March! We have a break for a delightful dessert pot luck  
about 9:15pm.  Please consider  bringing some yummy home made dessert treat 
to share! 
We decorate the entire hall with Autumn trees, candles and lights to set  
the mood.  It's an evening of magic  were we take a historical step back in 
time and visit the American dances that  led up to our modern day contras and 
squares.  Tempos are a bit more relaxed.  The dancing ranges from elegant 
and  gentle to at times as energetic and lively as our modern day dances.  
And the music from our wonderful band,  SPARE PARTS, the sweetest sound this 
side of heaven!   This is an incredible evening of  music and dancing, not to 
be missed! 
All dances will be taught, and some prior experience would be helpful for  
this event. 
To reserve advance tickets, for menu ideas, to help out or for more  
information, please contact Chris Ricciotti by email at Ricciotti@... or by  
phone at home (781) 982-8042 or by cell phone at (617) 852-4042. 
We hope you can come out and join  us!


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Hello Dancers,

Thanks to all the new young dancers who came last Monday.  You did  
great!

Another fun lineup and cool weather at the Scout House tomorrow  
night.  Our young musicians will be:  Ariel Friedman on cello, Mia  
Friedman on fiddle, Owen Marshall on guitar, and Jack O'Connor on  
mandolin/ banjo/ percussion.  Our caller will be our own Daniel  
Friedman.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to facilitate folks without a  
car wishing to attend the Monday dance (or those simply looking to  
reduce energy usage, etc.) the means to connect with others able to  
offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

Happy Fall dancers!

Come and join us this Saturday November 6th as we welcome an exciting  
new band, Nor'easter to the stage.

Fiddler Cedar Stanistreet, guitarist Max Newman, and piano player  
Julie Vallimont, together as Nor'easter have quickly gained a  
reputation as a great new band on the contra scene!

The rest of the details:

Calling by Steve Z-A

Workshop at 7:30
Dancing from 8:00 to 11:30

Admission $8.00

Peterborough Town House
1 Grove St
Peterborough NH

Sponsored by the Monadnock Folklore Society

For more info call 413-369-4369

REMEMBER YOU WILL GET AN EXTRA HOUR OF SLEEP AFTER THIS DANCE !!!!!

Reminder: Contra dance in Berlin this Saturday evening, November 6 

David Kaynor will call traditional contra and square dances this 
Saturday, November 6,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, 
MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are taught. 
Plus, David will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic steps 
at 7:30 PM.

Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a 
partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 
miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 
per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend 
the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!

For additional information call 978-855-4419 or check online at our web site: 
http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/

See you there! 



      

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Come celebrate the wonderful harvest of the autumn as we host  our special 
once a year event next weekend, the 13th Annual  Autumn Harvest Ball, - a 
Victorian era ball of wonderful music and  delightful dances including Elegant 
New England Contras, Squares, Mixers &  couple dances! 
 
Reserve your tickets now at the lower price:
To reserve your tickets for the ball, simply reply to this email, and let  
me know how many you would like and the name of each attendee so we will 
have  them for you when you arrive.  Price is $15.00 in advance if you reserve  
now, $18.00 at the door.  Work exchange for reduced rate or free admission  
is still available.  And as with all our dances, no one will be turned away 
 on ability to pay.
 
Food:  As anyone who has been to the candlelit  potluck at the Harvest 
Ball, knows the food is wonderful and quite yummy, thanks  to the wonderful 
outpouring of our community!  This year, Read  Weaver is coordinating the food 
for the ball.  He can be reached  by email at _rweaver@..._ 
(mailto:rweaver@...) .  Please let him know  what you are planning to bring, or if 
need some ideas, he can let you know what  is needed, as he will be attempting 
to balance the menu.  You are  welcome to bring something for both, but 
Read suggests that if you need to  pick either one or the other, plan to bring 
food for the dinner if you are  planning to eat dinner, or bring dessert if 
you are not coming for dinner.
 
Date: Saturday, November 13th, 2010
 
Location: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain Unitarian -  Universalist  
(Corner of Centre & Eliot Streets across from the Monument in Jamaica  
Plain - Boston, MA)
 
Callers:  Chris Ricciotti with special guest caller,  Susan de Guardiola
 
Music: Spare Parts!  (with Bill Matthiesen on piano,  Liz Stell on Flute & 
Frank Orsini on Fiddle)
 
Evening Program:
5:00pm - 6:45pm:  Candlelit Potluck Dinner 
(Doors will be open at 4:00pm and the stove and oven will be available to  
warm and prepare food. Please plan to have your food warmed and ready to 
serve  by 5:00pm)
 
7:00pm - 7:25pm:  Warm Up Waltzs with Spare  Parts
 
7:30pm - 11:00pm:  Harvest Ball Program with a  decadent Dessert Pot Luck 
around 9:15pm
 
Attire: Festive, creative, colorful, formal or period  attire is welcome.
 
Details:  
Starting at 5:00pm, come join us for the candle-lit potluck  dinner before 
the Harvest Ball, and then later for the dessert potluck during  the break 
in the evening ball program, BOTH CREATED BY YOU!  We are blessed to have a 
wonderful sharing of homemade food  in our dancing community and the food is 
always  great!   A diversity of dinner food (Meat, Vegetarian  & Vegan 
dishes) to help balance out the menu, would be appreciated. Bring  your most 
elegant, enticing dishes for all to enjoy.  Large  ovens and stove available for 
heating and adding that finishing  touch.  Feel free to arrive early to 
plate your  creation.  Doors to the church will be open at 4:00pm, and the  
ovens and kitchen will be ready and available for use at that  time.   
We  also have a delightful dessert potluck during the break in the evening 
ball  program, so your wonderful homemade baked goods and dessert treats are 
also  welcome!   There is some refrigerator space available for  any 
dessert items that need to be kept cool. 
To  help ensure a balance menu plan, please email Read Weaver at 
_rweaver@..._ (mailto:rweaver@...)  to let him know what you  can bring, or if 
you need some ideas on what is needed.  Following dinner, we have warm up 
waltzes before the ball  from 7:00pm - 7:25pm, then we hand out ball cards 
and the evening ball program  begins at 7:30pm with a Grand March. We have a 
break for a delightfully  decadent dessert potluck about 9:15pm.  Please 
consider  bringing some yummy home made dessert treat to share! 
The  hall will be decorated with autumn trees, candles and lights to set  
the mood.  It's an evening of magic were we take a historical  step back in 
time and visit the American dances that led up to our modern day  contras and 
squares.  Tempos are a bit more  relaxed.  The dancing ranges from elegant 
and gentle to at  times as energetic and lively as our modern day dances.  
And the music from our wonderful band,  SPARE PARTS, the sweetest sound this 
side of heaven!   This is an incredible evening of music and dancing, not to 
be  missed! 
All  dances will be taught, and some prior experience would be helpful for 
this  event. 
To  reserve advance tickets, or to help out or for more information, simply 
 reply to this email, or contact Chris Ricciotti by phone at home (781)  
982-8042 or by cell phone at (617) 852-4042. 
We  look forward to seeing you there! 
Happy  Autumn Everyone!! 
Sincerely, 
Chris  Ricciotti



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-----Original Message-----
From: mailinglist@... [mailto:mailinglist@...] 
Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2010 1:53 PM
To: contraken@...
Subject: Worcester Contra Dance is this Saturday

 

Please join us for our November contra dance. (Note: Musicians see
below)
 
*Daniel Friedman* from the Boston area will call for us. He regularly
calls at the Concord Scout House and works with several of the top
contra dance bands.
 
Joining him from the Boston area will be *Red Shift*, an exciting new
band distinguished by their high energy playing. Blending the music of
Eric McDonald (guitar, mandolin)and Brendan Carey Block (fiddle),
(from the band Matching Orange) they take full advantage of a diverse
musical background, with extensive training in folk, classical, jazz,
and other traditions. Using this training, a love for all varieties of
traditional music and dance, and a desire for minimalism, they bring
to the dance floor an intriguing mix of sound.
 
All dances are taught. No partner necessary. New dancers are always
welcomed!
 
Contra dancing is a New England tradition in a family friendly, smoke
and alcohol free environment.
 
Feel free to bring sweets and other snacks to share at the break.
 
Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor while dancing.
 
Beginners’ lesson at 7:30pm. Dancing is from 8:00 to 11:00 with a
short break.
Admission is only $8 per person. Family admission is just $18 and
students with ID just $6. Children 12 and under FREE!
 
Dancing is at the Wesley United Methodist Church in the church hall
accessible from the left side of the church building. Just follow the
signs. 114 Main Street at the corner of State Street in Worcester.
Park behind the church or on State Street.
 
For directions and more information, see our website
www.worcesterdance.org <http://www.worcesterdance.org/>

LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS!
There’s some interest in creating a contra band locally. If this is
something you might like to take part in, send us a note with your
name, contact info and the instrument(s) you play—we’ll start
putting people in touch with each other to make this happen!
 

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Hello Dancers,

If you missed last Monday's dance you missed a group of a dozen high  
school students learning to contradance for their performance in  
Shakespeare's  "The Winter's Tale".  They all learned very quickly  
and we look forward to dancing with them again!

Linda Leslie will be our caller this Monday.  Music will be provided  
by SCOOT! (Fiona Schubeck - fiddle, Eric Mcdonald - mandolin/guitar,  
Max Newman - guitar) with Jack O'Connor - mandolin/ banjo/ percussion  
& Cal Howard - bass.  You can read more about SCOOT! at http:// 
www.myspace.com/scootcontra/

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to facilitate folks without a  
car wishing to attend the Monday dance (or those simply looking to  
reduce energy usage, etc.) the means to connect with others able to  
offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you there!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, November 12, at 8 
p.m. Steve Zakon-Anderson will be calling, and music will be 
performed by Dave Langford and Peter Barnes. Desserts for the break 
are always appreciated!

This month, the Jammers dance will be held this weekend, on Sunday, 
November 14. A pot-luck at 6 p.m. precedes the dance, which goes from 
7 to 9 p.m. You can read more about the Sunday Night Jammers' weekly 
sessions and monthly dances below.

The board members of the Rehoboth Country Dance Society would like to 
thank Bruce Hooke for his many years of service on the board. Bruce 
is moving to western Massachusetts and will no longer be attending 
the Rehoboth dances regularly, although we will look forward to 
seeing him on occasional visits back east!

The board welcomes Mike Jastram as its newest member. Mike has been 
involved with the dance since he was a young teenager, and he is a 
member of the sound crew. The board values the contributions that 
Mike has made and will continue to make to the dance!

See you soon!
Shawn

**************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held this Sunday, November 14.

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Sue Rosen says -

Turning the clocks back sure signals the change of seasons-- or something,
so let's gather this Friday in Carlisle for the best potluck dinner around
(at 6:30) and dance the night away (starting at 8).

Rumor has it that we will be entertained by one of the young rapper (sword)
teams in the area.  Come admire their agility and prowess.

We hope to see you there!

You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/

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Dear friends,

My birthday falls on 29 December and in the 30+ years I've been contra dancing I've never been to a dance on that date. I have decided to change that this year by organizing a dance at the Guiding Star Grange with one of my favorite bands, Nightingale. This will be an open to the public, paid admission dance, but I'll be putting my own twist on it because it's my birthday and I'm organizing it. Please join us for:

An evening of contra dance with Nightingale
Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 7:30pm
Guiding Star Grange, Greenfield, MA

A collaboratively planned program of dances with calling by: Linda Leslie, George Marshall, Will Mentor, David Kaynor, Rebecca Lay, Bob Golder, and more.

All income after expenses goes to benefit the "Sound Equipment Fund" for our new Downtown Amherst Contra Dance Series, http://amherstcontra.org

If there is serious winter weather, please check this Yahoo group or http://amherstcontra.org for cancellation information.

Will Loving
Amherst, MA

Hello Dancers,

Cool weather and hot music at the Scout House tomorrow night.  Our  
talented musicians will be:  David Kaynor on fiddle, Debbie Knight on  
piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion, & Cal Howard on  
bass.  Our visiting caller will be Adina Gordon.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a break  
& lemonade at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to facilitate folks without a  
car wishing to attend the Monday dance (or those simply looking to  
reduce energy usage, etc.) the means to connect with others able to  
offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

BIDA has three back-to-back events coming up and we hope you can make it
to some of them!
3rd Sunday BIDA danceSunday, 11/21music by Randy Miller and Edward
Wallace on fiddle and Gordon Peery on piano; calling by Adina GordonPark
Ave. Congregational Church, 50 Paul Revere Rd., Arlingtonsliding scale
$5-10intro workshop at 7, dancing 7:30-10:30.Special deals: bring a new
dancer to the introductory workshop and you both get in FREE! Students:
bring another student and you both get in half price!Dessert potluck at
the break: please bring something to share!
Spark in the Dark!Are we pulling out all the stops or what? Join us for
a special event that pairs Perpetual e-Motion and Nor'easter for a crazy
dance party! You can expect special lighting, glow in the dark and
festive costumes (if you choose to partake), great dances called by Bill
Olson and Dave Eisenstadter, and freestyle dancing to tunes spun by DJ
Matt Blackfield. Of course, there will also be a dessert potluck during
the break, so bring your leftover Thanksgiving pies!Friday, 11/26,
7pm-12amSt. John's Church, 80 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown$8-15, sliding
scaleWe're really excited about the response we've gotten so far about
Spark in the Dark. In the event that we reach capacity, we will admit
people as space becomes available in the hall.
Kerry Sets and Contra DanceThis is BIDA's first Saturday night dance
ever and our first dance back in Porter Square after three dances in
other halls. To welcome us back, we're celebrating with a contra dance
with a twist-- we're adding an hour of Kerry sets! Kerry sets are a form
of Irish set dancing from County Kerry. They're fun, fast, and easy to
learn. Here is a video of Owen leading Kerry sets at a dance camp last
summer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1uINNJ6BzI
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1uINNJ6BzI> Saturday, 12/41900 Mass
Ave. CambridgeMusic by Ethan Hazzard-Watkins and Owen Morrison (of the
Figments and Elixir) and TBA; calling by Daniel Friedman6-7: Kerry Sets
workshop7-7:30: Introductory workshop7:30-10:30: Contra dance $8-15,
sliding scale for Kerry sets and contra dance; $5-10 dance only. Dessert
potluck during the break.
If you are interested in volunteering at any of these dances please
contact jeff@... <mailto:jeff@...> . BIDA is a
volunteer-run organization and we could really use your help.
See you on the dance floor!Martha, for BIDA


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It may be getting darker and colder outside, but tonight in Lexington it's all music and light.  Come dance to the "big band" sound of Roaring Jelly.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: First Parish Church Hall, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, across from the Lexington Green
Caller: Susan Elberger
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm



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Hello dancers:

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and so is the November Kingston Contra Dance.  So, once you've had your fill of turkey and fixings, why not plan to work off some of those calories and reconnect with your dance friends?  We have two exciting musicians and a terrific caller to headline our November dance.  It promises to be a great evening of music and dance!

Date:  November 27, 2010
Time:  8:00pm to 11:00pm
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Snacks:  Pot luck at the break (bring your favorite refreshments to share)

Caller:  Adina Gordon
Band:  Edward Wallace and Amy Englesberg

Until we see you on the dance floor, Sarah, Gale and I wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

A big welcome home to all our student dancers during the Thanksgiving  
break.

This Monday at the Scout House we will hear music from Mark Simos &  
Julie Metcalf on fiddle, Owen Morrison on guitar, and Jack O'Connor  
on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion.  Our caller is Dan Pearl.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.   
Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to help folks without a car  
who wish to attend the Monday dance.  (Ride sharing is great for the  
environment, too!)  Ridebuzz provides a means to connect with others  
able to offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance this Friday, November 26, at 8 
p.m. Lisa Greenleaf will be calling, and music will be performed by 
Free Association, with Jim Guinness, Amy Larkin, and Debby Knight.

Lisa will hold an introductory workshop at 7:30 p.m. so that any 
friends and family members who are visiting and may not be familiar 
with contra dancing can learn the basics.

On December 10, Nils Fredland and Rumblestrip will continue the 
holiday cheer. Then on December 31, there will be a special Rehoboth 
contra dance, with Linda Leslie calling and the band Nor'easter 
making its Rehoboth debut! This New Year's Eve dance will go to 
midnight, so be prepared to welcome in 2011 with your friends and 
fellow dancers!

For all of these dances, desserts for the break will be greatly appreciated!

If you are considering a Rehoboth contra dance T-shirt as a holiday 
gift, they will be available at the Friday night dances and through 
the Web site (see below). Also, if you would like to make an 
end-of-year donation to help support the dance, please make your 
check payable to RCDS and mail it to: Rehoboth Country Dance Society, 
40 Brook Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769.

The board wishes to express its gratitude to the many Rehoboth 
dancers who support the dance with their commitment, their 
enthusiasm, and their willingness to help new dancers!

Our best wishes to all of you for a wonderful holiday season!

See you soon!
Shawn

****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob Elliott at 508-669-5656 or 
Judith Schrier at 401-751-4554. You can also email Paul Wilde at 
zenyente@... or Judith at Judith_Schrier@.... You can 
read more about the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

The Jammers are also now holding free monthly community dances from 7 
to 9 p.m. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. precedes the dance, and all dance 
steps are taught. In the event of inclement weather, a dance 
cancellation notice will be sent to those on the Rehoboth email list 
by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. The next Jammers dance will 
be held on Sunday, December 12.

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Thanksgiving weekend is prime time for contradancing in the Boston 
area! Please join us Saturday, November 27 at the Concord Scout House 
when Rachel Shapiro calls to the music of Free Association (Amy 
Larkin, Jim Guinness, Debby Knight), joined by Walter Lenk on 
mandocello. The band will be warmed up from playing in Rehoboth the 
night before and ready to keep pace with Rachel's lively, varied 
repertoire of dances.

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-> The Scout House 4th Saturday dances run from September 2010 through
    June 2011 (with the exception of December 25, 2010). The complete
    schedule and other details are posted at
        http://www.configular.com/dance/fourthsats
-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Come join us in Jamaica Plain for our Thanksgiving weekend gender role 
free contra dance.

WHEN: Saturday, November 27, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Rebecca Lay.  Music:  Gift of the Marcii, the Marcus family 
band, with Andrew Marcus on accordion, doumbek; Aaron Marcus on piano, 
concertina, clogging, and vocals; and Peggy Marcus on bodhran, and 
mountain dulcimer.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

NOTE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR *THIS* DANCE: You can do a good deed for our 
community by volunteering to help at dances. And you can earn free
dance admission for most jobs now! Please contact Mike Miller (that's 
me) at memres@... to volunteer.  We need two people to help 
set up the hall before the dance and two more people to help close up at 
the end of the dance.  Contact me.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

See you there.

-Mike Miller

Hi Dancers,

A fun dance tomorrow with Amy Larkin on fiddle, Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor mandolin, & Cal Howard on bass.  Sue Rosen will be our caller!

The Monday dance runs from 7:30 to 10:30, with a lemonade break @ 9.

Admission is $8 ($5 for students under 22). All ages & abilities are welcome.

For more info, see our Website @ www.MondayContras.com

Remember, dancing feet are happy feet!



Sent from my iPod

Hello dancers,

The Boston Intergenerational Dance Advocates (BIDA) is hosting a special
event of Kerry Sets and contra dancing this Saturday, 12/4.  The details:

Where: Cambridge Masonic Hall, 1950 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
When: 6:00-10:30 PM, Saturday, December 4
Who: Music by The Figments (Ethan Hazzard-Watkins, Owen Morrison, and Anna
Patton) with Daniel Friedman calling

There will be an hour of Kerry Sets, followed by an introductory contra
dance workshop and a contra dance starting at 7:30.  For those of you who
have not had the pleasure of dancing to Owen's Kerry Sets, it's a great
experience.  Admission is on a sliding scale of $8-15 for the whole night or
$5-10 for the dance only.  Please note that because the introductory
workshop is in the middle of the dance, we won't be doing the usual
bring-a-beginner promotion.

We'll have a dessert potluck at the break.

For more information, including directions and parking information, please
visit our website: http://www.bidadance.org/

-Dave

-- 
David Casserly
Harvard Law School JD Class of 2011
david.j.casserly@...
(cell) 781 258-2761

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This Friday, December 3, musicians Ethan Hazzard-Watkins, 
Owen Morrison, and Jeremiah McLane play
for you at the Challenging Contra Dance Series
~for EXPERIENCED dancers~

Sue Rosen is the nimble caller with this fantastic music.
Come on out and rock the house!

December 3 at The Concord Scout House
8-11PM / Admission: $9 / 21 and under: $7

Check out the complete schedule at
http://www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html

See you there,

Lisa Greenleaf


**DON"T FORGET! Alternative Music Contra
Fundraiser for the Scout House on
Sat, Jan 29!  http://concordscouthouse.org/

Reminder: Tim Van Egmond will call traditional contra and square dances this 
Saturday, December 4th,  from 8-11:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, 
Berlin, MA, with live music by the Berlin Country Orchestra.  All dances are 
taught. Plus, Tim will provide pre-dance instruction for beginners on the basic 
steps at 7:30 PM.


Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a 
partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 
miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 
per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend 
the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!

This dance is actually one of several events connected with the 15th 
annual "Christmas in Berlin" celebration, which takes place all day on 
December 4th throughout the town. You may want to come early and make a day of 
it! At the 1870 Town hall alone there will be soup & sandwiches, performances by 
local school musicians, a kids' Winter Musical Show, a visit from Santa, and 
more!

For more information on Christmas in Berlin, follow this link (or copy/paste 
into your browser's adderss bar): 
http://townofberlin.com/Christmas%20in%20Berlin/15th%20%20Christmas%20in%20Berlin%20Annual%202.pdf.
 For specifics on 1870 Town Hall events for this Saturday (and beyond!), follow 
this link: http://townofberlin.com/TownHall.htm.
 
For more information on the BCO and for complete directions, please visit our 
web site at: 
http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/ or call 978-855-4419.

See you there!! 



      

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Hi dancers.....

The first Saturday approaches quickly, so here are the details:

Saturday Dec 4th

Peterborough Town Hall

Beginner Workshop at 7:30 PM
Dancing from 8:00 to 11:30

Calling by special guest Dan Pearl

Music by "Old New England"...Bob, Jane, Deanna

Admission still only $8.00

Hope you can make it, and happy holidays to all!

For this instance of our quarterly Monday super-sized events, we're happy to
present the world public debut of the new "supra-traditional" contra
band *Double
Apex* (Brendan Carey Block - fiddle, loops & samples; Julie Vallimont -
keyboards, synths & samples), with *Jeff Petrovitch* calling.

Double Apex delivers driving fiddle tunes with a dance beat, fusing
traditional music with loops and samples to create a unique sound for hot
dancing...

And, with it being a Maximum Monday, we'll have special theatrical style
lighting for this event, too.

The dance is at the Concord Scout House, 74 Walden Street, Concord, MA from
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Monday, 12/6/2010. Beginners are very welcome.
All dances are called. Please wear soft-soled shoes.

Admission for the dance is just $8.00; students $5 (full-time, age 22 or
under).

See you on the dance floor!

For more information on the Monday dance series, please see
http://mondaycontras.com/ .

Phone: 9783691232
Email: simitopaz@...


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Please join us for our December 11th contra dance in WPI's Alden Hall, a new
location. (Note: Musicians see below)

 

Calling for us will be Rebecca Lay from the Brattleboro area. She is known
for her clear teaching style and regularly calls contras, squares and
English country dance throughout New England.

The Figments, from the Pioneer Valley, will join her. They incorporate an
eclectic mix of styles into their inspired performances of music for dancing
or listening. Whether grooving on an Old-time, Irish or French Canadian
fiddle tune, trading daring improvisations on a gypsy jazz or swing number,
or exploring the nuances of a graceful waltz or elegant English country
dance tune, this trio of versatile musicians makes dynamic, spontaneous and
electrifying music. 

All dances are taught. No partner necessary. New dancers are always
welcomed! 

 

Contra dancing is a New England tradition in a family friendly, smoke and
alcohol free environment. 

 

There is no food service area available so bring your own snacks and water
bottles.

Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect the floor while dancing.

Beginners' lesson at 7:30pm. Dancing is from 8:00 to 11:00 with a short
break.

Admission is only $8 per person. Family admission is just $18 and students
with ID just $6. Children 12 and under FREE!

Dancing this month is at the Alden Memorial Hall at the corner of Institute
Rd. and West St. on the campus of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Ample
parking is available either on the street or in campus parking lots. See the
following website for the location of campus parking. 

 

www.wpi.edu/Images/CMS/WPI/new_Campus_Map_2D.pdf

For more information, see our website www.worcesterdance.org
<http://www.worcesterdance.org/>  and the WPI website www.WPI.edu
<http://www.wpi.edu/>

 

Next month we return to our regular location for our annual potluck dance.

LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS!

There's some interest in creating a contra band locally. If this is
something you might like to take part in, send us a note with your name,
contact info and the instrument(s) you play-we'll start putting people in
touch with each other to make this happen!

 

 



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The Annual Concord Christmas Cotillion is this Sunday!

Join us for the 35th annual party and dance featuring classic contras, quadrilles (formal squares), and couple dances, all in an elegant atmosphere. Period, formal or festive attire requested.*

With Tony Parkes, dancing master; music by Spare Parts and friends: Eric Buddington, Cal Howard, Bill Matthiesen, Anna Patton, Liz Stell.

Reception and hors d'oeuvres at 6:15 p.m.
...Dancing from 6:45 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.
Dessert buffet at the interval

Contributions of hors d'oeuvres or dessert encouraged
(we will provide punch and coffee)

Tickets available from Cal Howard or Bob Fuller at Boston area dances or online from:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/136125
($1.99 service charge per ticket)

$15 in advance / $17 at the door
$10 for students under 21

*Elegant: This is a an opportunity for the contra dance crowd to pull out their dress-up outfits. Originally envisioned as an 1890s ball, dancers at the Christmas Cotillion now sport a wide variety of dressy outfits. We've never turned someone away due to their attire - your definition of elegant is OK by us!

	This weekend there will be two dances in Rehoboth!

This Friday, December 10, the Rehoboth contra dance will take place 
at 8 p.m. Nils Fredland will be calling, and music will be performed 
by Rumblestrip, with Nat Hewitt, Liza Constable, and Glen Loper.

Desserts for this dance will be greatly appreciated!

Then on Sunday, December 12, the Sunday Night Jammers will be holding 
their monthly potluck and dance. (You can read more details about the 
Jammers dances below.)

There will be no 4th Friday contra dance on December 24.

However, on December 31, there will be a special 5th Friday Rehoboth 
contra dance, with Linda Leslie calling and the band Nor'easter 
making its Rehoboth debut! This New Year's Eve dance will go to 
midnight, so be prepared to welcome in 2011 with your friends and 
fellow dancers!

If you are considering a Rehoboth contra dance T-shirt as a holiday 
gift, they will be available at the Friday night dances and through 
the Web site (see below). Also, if you would like to make an 
end-of-year donation to help support the dance, please make your 
check payable to RCDS and mail it to: Rehoboth Country Dance Society, 
40 Brook Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769.

Our best wishes to all of you for a wonderful holiday season!

See you soon!
Shawn

****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob or Suzanne Elliott at 
508-669-5656. You can also email Paul Wilde at zenyente@... or 
Judith Schrier at Judith_Schrier@.... You can read more about 
the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

Also, once a month the Jammers hold free community dances on Sunday 
evenings at which all dance steps are taught. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. 
precedes the dance, which goes from 7 to 9 p.m. In the event of 
inclement weather, a dance cancellation notice will be sent to those 
on the Rehoboth email list by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. 
The next Jammers dance will be held this Sunday, December 12.


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Sue Rosen says -

The Carlisle dance this Friday will feature Dudley Laufman leading seasonal
songs and dances.  Come for the potluck dinner at 6:30 and dancing at 8.

Happy holidays to you all and may we have peace, joy, good health and
dancing in the new year.


You can find the schedule for the Carlisle dance at
     http://www.configular.com/dance/carlisle/
-- 

===========================================
Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
===========================================

HOT, HOT, HOT gender role free contra dance on Saturday night!

WHEN: Saturday, December 11, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Lisa Greenleaf.  Music:  Heathen Creek with Maia Rutman on 
fiddle, Pete Johannsen on guitar, and Mark Koyama on mandolin.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

Consider bringing a snack, sweet or savory, to share.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

-Mike Miller

Hello Dancers,

A fun night of dancing awaits us at the Scout House!  This Monday we  
have Edward Wallace on fiddle (formerly of the Chicago Contra Band,  
The Cosmic Otters), Debby Knight on piano, Jack O'Connor on mandolin/  
banjo/ percussion, and Cal Howard on the big bass.  Our caller is  
Lisa Greenleaf.  Woo hoo!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.   
Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to help folks without a car  
who wish to attend the Monday dance.  (Ride sharing is great for the  
environment, too!)  Ridebuzz provides a means to connect with others  
able to offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

Come dance to the music of Roaring Jelly, Friday, Dec. 17--this month at at the Church of our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St, Lexington, just a few blocks from the usual location.

When: 8:00 pm; 7:30 pm beginners dance instruction
Where: Church of our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St, Lexington,
Caller: Susan Elberger
Director: Debbie Knight

No partner needed! Beginners welcome! 
Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing..
Admission: adults - $7.00; teens - $5.00; children 12 and under free with a parent; $20 family maximum.

Weather-related cancellations: Call us at (781) 944-3544 after 3:00 PM on the day of the dance.
For info call above number or email RoaringJelly@...

Websites: http://roaringjelly.org/images/09-10 Flyer Low Res.pdf
http://roaringjelly.org/RJ_Dance_Schedule.htm




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This month Ricky Holt calls with Chris Lizotte (soprano sax) as special guest. Come join us this Friday, Dec. 17, at the MILL CITY CONTRA, MANCHESTER, NH, held in an historic mill building along the Merrimack River.

Cost $8, $5 students.

Where: Waumbec Mill Building, 250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
When: 8:00 pm; beginners session at 7:30 pm
Band: Jump Start (Paul Lizotte, fiddle; Victor Troll, piano; Gene
Albert, bass; Nancy Fiske, clarinet and whistles)
Flyer and directions: http://tinyurl.com/Mill-City-Contra

Directions to the Waumbec Mill
250 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH
From the South:

Get on Route 293 in Manchester
Get off at Exit 5, Granite St.
At the end of the ramp, turn Right and cross the river
At the next lights, turn left onto Commercial St.
Approx. 0.3 mile on left is Waumbec Mill.
The Mill-a-round is at the far end of the building
with an entrance on the street.
Look for the Mill-a-Round sign next to the door.






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Dear Dance Friends:

Happy Holidays to you all!  The Season is upon us and it looks like we're going to get a little of the white stuff this weekend.  It's beginning to feel a lot like...well, you know how it goes.  Anyway, the December Kingston Dance is happening the day after Christmas this year.  It will still be the Annual Seacoast Holiday Dance (so, feel free to wear your festive attire), but will take place on Sunday afternoon, followed by a pot-luck supper in the Kingston Town Hall (PLEASE NOTE THAT OPEN FLAMES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE TOWN HALL.  CROCK POTS AND ELECTRIC WARMERS ARE OK).  Here are the details:

Date:  December 26, 2010 (Sunday)
Time:  Dance (2-5pm); Pot Luck Supper (5-7pm)
Place: Kingston, NH Town Hall (163 Main Street, just west of Route 125 on "the plains")
Admission:  $8.00
Shoes:  Please bring clean, non-street shoes for dancing
Pot Luck Supper:  Bring your favorite appetizer, salad, main course or dessert item to share.

WINTER WEATHER LOGISTICS:  We do sometimes cancel a winter dance in the event of bad weather.  If that happens, I will send a note to this e-mail list and also leave a message on my answering machine with that information.  If weather conditions are bad, please call before traveling long distances.

Callers:  Peter Yarensky and Sarah Mason
Band:  Lamprey River Band

Until we see you on the dance floor, Sarah, Gale and I wish you very Happy Holidays!

Glenn.
________________________________
Glenn Coppelman
Kingston, NH
603-772-5355
glenncopp@...
 
"On with the dance! let joy be unconfined"  Lord Byron (1788-1824)

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Hello Dancers,

So many students are home for the holidays!  We hope to see some of  
you on Monday night at the Scout House!  This Monday we have Mark  
Simos & Friends on numerous fiddles, Bruce Rosen on piano, Jack  
O'Connor on mandolin/ banjo/ percussion, and Cal Howard on the big  
bass.  Our caller is Will Mentor.

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.   
Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to help folks without a car  
who wish to attend the Monday dance.  (Ride sharing is great for the  
environment, too!)  Ridebuzz provides a means to connect with others  
able to offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

Dear dancers, musicians and callers:

I received the following note from Claire Mattin this week.  She told me of the recent passing of her father-in-law, John Trafton, known to most of us as "JT".  JT was a vibrant individual and an exuberant dancer.  I will always remember him fondly, and I share Claire's words with you here:

"My father-in-law, John "JT" Trafton passed away this morning. His health had been declining for quite a while. He developed pneumonia a couple of  weeks ago and despite aggressive antibiotic therapy he was not strong enough to fight the infection.  JT was a man of few needs and an advocate of the simple lifestyle. He did not want any type of service and the burial will be private, for immediate family only.  His life's passion was dancing, from ballroom to contra to square and every thing in between. I would only ask that you think of him occasionally as you twirl around the dance floor. That would make him extremely happy!"

Best wishes to you all.  Hope to see some of you in Kingston on Sunday afternoon.

Glenn.

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Hello Dancers,

Brave the snow this Monday night and work off some of that holiday  
feasting by dancing to the calling of Adina Gordon.  Some our finest  
young musicians will be keeping us jumping:  Ariel Friedman on cello,  
Mia Friedman on fiddle, and Eric McDonaldon guitar, along with Jack  
O'Connor on mandolin, banjo, and percussion.

Many students are still home for the holidays and we look forward to  
seeing them again this Monday!

Monday Dancing at the Scout House is from 7:30 to 10:30 with a  
lemonade break at 9 pm.  All ages and abilities are welcome.   
Admission is $8.00 ($5.00 for full-time students under 22).

Beginners:  if you arrive early and identify yourselves (start with  
the person at the door), we will provide free instruction in the  
basics before the dance.

Need a ride?  You can connect with other dancers for rides to the  
Monday dance via Ridebuzz.  Our goal is to help folks without a car  
who wish to attend the Monday dance.  (Ride sharing is great for the  
environment, too!)  Ridebuzz provides a means to connect with others  
able to offer rides.  Free registration at Ridebuzz is required.

Check it out at:  http://www.ridebuzz.org/activity-group/ 
mondaycontras-820.html

You can find lots more information and the schedule of upcoming  
Monday dances at:  www.MondayContras.com

See you tomorrow!

Just in case you were wondering...

The roads and lots in Concord, MA are clear. The Scout House is open. It is school vacation - so youthful energy should abound. Great talent on tap for tonight, we're looking forward to seeing you there.

This Friday, December 31, there will be a New Year's Eve contra dance 
in Rehoboth! The dance will start at 8 p.m. and will last until 
midnight, so be prepared to welcome in 2011 with your friends and 
fellow dancers! Linda Leslie will be calling, and music will be 
performed by Nor'easter, with Cedar Stanistreet, Max Newman, and 
Julie Vallimont. We are happy to have Linda leading the dance and 
excited to have Nor'easter making its Rehoboth debut for this 
occasion!

Food: Bringing food to share at the break during this non-alcoholic 
event will be greatly appreciated!

Parking and car-pooling: As you are all aware, a lot of snow fell in 
our region on Sunday. We will have an area around the dance hall 
plowed, and parking will also be available down the road at the 
church and museum parking lots. Bringing a flashlight to help 
navigate this walk would be advisable. Also, car-pooling is highly 
recommended!

PLEASE NOTE: If the weather should take a turn for the worse and snow 
or icy conditions should develop, a dance cancellation email will be 
sent by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance.

Gifts: If you are considering a Rehoboth contra dance T-shirt as a 
holiday gift, they will be available at the dance and through the Web 
site (see below). Also, if you would like to make an end-of-year 
donation to help support the dance, please make your check payable to 
RCDS and mail it to: Rehoboth Country Dance Society, 40 Brook Street, 
Rehoboth, MA 02769.

Whether or not we see you on Friday, the board members of the 
Rehoboth Country Dance Society extend to all of you our best wishes 
for the New Year!

See you soon!
Shawn

****************

The Rehoboth dance is held at 124 Bay State Road, Goff Memorial Hall, 
in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $8, $5 for children under 16, and $18 
for families with children under 16. You can view and print out the 
entire Rehoboth schedule by visiting 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

****************

In addition to the new black Rehoboth T-shirts (in women's and men's 
cuts), the sage-green shirts (in XL and XXL sizes only) are still 
available. Both shirts cost $15 each and can be purchased at the door 
or by mail. See details on the Rehoboth dance Web site.

*****************

The Celtic-inspired jam sessions continue in Rehoboth every Sunday 
night from 7-9 p.m. at Goff Hall. If you play an instrument, want to 
learn some dance steps, or just want to listen, you are welcome to 
attend! All ages and levels of ability are welcome. For information 
or to check about cancellations, call Bob or Suzanne Elliott at 
508-669-5656. You can also email Paul Wilde at zenyente@... or 
Judith Schrier at Judith_Schrier@.... You can read more about 
the Jammers at the Rehoboth dance link: 
http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

Also, once a month the Jammers hold free community dances on Sunday 
evenings at which all dance steps are taught. A potluck at 6:00 p.m. 
precedes the dance, which goes from 7 to 9 p.m. In the event of 
inclement weather, a dance cancellation notice will be sent to those 
on the Rehoboth email list by mid-afternoon on the day of the dance. 
The next Jammers dance will be held on Sunday, January 9, 2011.


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Come join us this Friday evening at the Concord Scout house for our 
23rd annual New Year's Eve Contra Dance. We start at 8 PM and go 
until 1 AM, with a half hour snack break at 10:30.

Music for the evening will be provided by Amy Richardson Larkin, 
Emily Troll, Jack O'Connor, Deborah Knight, Eric Eid-Reiner, and Cal 
Howard.  Lisa Greenleaf and Walter Lenk will be the Callers.

For more details, see the flyer at http://www.configular.com/dance/nyeve

Hope to see you there!

Debby and Walter

-- 

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Walter Lenk    Cambridge Ma    617-547-7781
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Hello Dancers, and Happy New Year!

A few important dates to share:

Start the New Year dancing at the Peterborough Town House on
Saturday January 1st

with the Sugar River Band (Jane Orzechowski and three of her kids:
         (Neil, Sophie, and Frances)

calling by Steve Zakon-Anderson

7:30 Workshop, Dancing from 8:00 to 11:30
Admission $8.00


Then on Saturday Jan 22nd it is the Annual Snow Ball
with Dancing from Noon to Midnight

Bands are:  the Eclectic Dance Orchestra, Swallowtail,
                  Great bear Trio, and Elixir

Admission:  $22.00

On Saturday February 5th the Peterborough First Saturday dance will be  
holding
a benefit evening for Mary DesRosiers and family, who lost their home  
and everything
in it in a house fire in early December.

All proceeds after the rent, will got to Mary and family, as many  
callers musicians,
and sound people are all donating their services

Please save the date and watch for more details.

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Reminder: Contra dance in Berlin this Sunday afternoon, January 2 

Bill Fischer will call traditional contra and square dances this Sunday, January 
2,  from 3-6:00 pm, upstairs at the 1870 Town Hall, Berlin, MA, with live music 
by the Berlin Country Orchestra. (Since January 2011's first Saturday is New 
Year's Day, we've moved this dance to Sunday afternoon.)

All dances are taught. Plus, Bill will provide pre-dance instruction for 
beginners on the basic steps at 2:30 PM.

Everyone is welcome - from beginner to experienced.  Come with or without a 
partner. (Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.) The Berlin Town Hall is 1.8 
miles west of Rte. 495, right off Rte. 62 at 12 Woodward Ave. Admission is $5 
per person with a maximum of $12 per family. For first-time dancers who attend 
the pre-dance instruction, admission is FREE!

For additional information call 978-855-4419 or check online at our web site: 
http://webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch/

See you there! 


      

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You don't need a date, just some dance shoes and a partying frame of mind.

Come join us this Friday evening at the Concord Scout House for our 
23rd annual New Year's Eve Contra Dance. We start at 8 PM and go 
until 1 AM, with a half hour break for delicious snacks at 10:30.

Music for the evening will be provided by Emily Troll, Amy  Larkin,  Eric Eid-Reiner,
Jack O'Connor, Deborah Knight, and Cal  Howard. Lisa Greenleaf and Walter Lenk will call for you.

Yup, you can bring folks who are new to dancing, but get 'em there on time so they can get up to speed quickly and dance the night away.  It's a great time.

For more details, see the flyer at http://www.configular.com/dance/nyeve

Hope to see you there!

Lisa

Celebrate the New Year 2011 at a fabulous gender role free contra dance 
in Jamaica Plain!

WHEN: Saturday, January 1, 2011, 7:30 to 11:00 PM
WHO: Caller: Chris Ricciotti.  Music:  Fresh Start with Amy Larkin on 
fiddle, Julie Metcalf on violin and viola, and Debby Knight on piano.
WHERE: First Church (U-U) of Jamaica Plain, Centre & Eliot Sts.
Admission is $10 / $6 for students (or pay what you can for all).

We'll be having a **festive buffet** during the mid-evening break, so 
please bring a snack, sweet or savory, to share.  Also or alternatively 
consider bringing a bubbly, non-alcoholic drink such as seltzer, 
sparkling cider, or sparkling grape juice.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

We're at the First Church Unitarian-Universalist in downtown Jamaica
Plain, on Eliot St. at the corner of Centre St., opposite the monument.

Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes.

IMPORTANT: Please do not wear perfume, cologne, or other scented
products, as some of our dancers are chemically sensitive, and
experience discomfort when exposed to these things.

http://www.lcfd.org/jp/

-Mike Miller