We dance every week of the year, except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. We dance English on Sundays and Contra on Thursdays.
May 25: English Country Dance
Caller: |
Dan Seppeler |
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Serendipity |
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Glorious music on flute and piano at the dance tonight, with one of Dan's programs of mostly familiar dances, but often a few new ones to keep us on our toes. Join us at 6 PM for a quick intro to English dancing. |
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6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
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First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
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Caller: |
Margaret Mathews |
Band: |
Tryptech |
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Join us at 7:00 for an intro to contra dancing followed by TECHNO contra at 7:30, plus fusion dancing at 10:00! Bring your friends and family for a night of lively music, connection, and community. |
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7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Jun 1: English Country Dance
Caller: |
David Smukler |
Band: |
Sister Haggis, Laurel Sharp |
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This dance is free, thanks to the generosity of the Baileys and the Gehrets, who are covering all our expenses. Expert calling and exceptional music as well. |
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6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
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First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
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Lake Effect |
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Syracuse's exciting new caller this week with Rochester's power band. Orientation at 7:00. |
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7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Caller: |
David Smukler |
Band: |
Ostara |
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Honoring the light from the sun and the awakening of the earth, Ostara brings us music from New England, Quebec and France. Join us for Balfolk at 6:00 PM! |
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7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Caller: |
Margaret Mathews |
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Contra Planning Committee |
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All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Margaret's house, our usual meeting location. |
Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Location: |
Margaret Mathews 100 Navarre Rd, Rochester NY 14621 |
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Jun 15: English Country Dance
Caller: |
Pamela Goddard |
Band: |
Eileen Kalfass, Catherine Sloboda, Alex Fortier |
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Pamela has a witty, engaging, no nonsense style of calling, the band gave us an electric performance back in May, and it's Strawberry Shortcake Night! Come early to slice strawberries if you can. |
Time: |
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Location: |
First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
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Caller: |
Katy Heine |
Band: |
Sister Haggis |
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The Rose Room Blooms features Ecstatic Dance with Aimee & Zak at 6:00 pm, followed by an introduction to contra dancing at 7:00. The evening dance party begins at 7:30. All dances are taught, no partner necessary. |
Time: |
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Caller: |
Sunny Lawrence, Carmen Giunta |
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Lake Effect, Quicksilver with Guest: Eileen Kalfass |
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Celebrate Pride Day at the Rose Room where all are welcome and calling is gender free. The afternoon dance will have more complex figures to delight experienced dancers and the evening dance will be great for all. |
Time: |
1:00 PM - 10:30 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Caller: |
Mattie Rynkiewicz |
Band: |
Glenrose |
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Experience the magic of contradancing, where all are welcome, and no partner or experience is necessary. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. |
Time: |
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Location: |
The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
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Caller: |
Margaret Mathews |
Band: |
Contra Planning Committee |
Details: |
All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Margaret's house, our usual meeting location. |
Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Location: |
Margaret Mathews 100 Navarre Rd, Rochester NY 14621 |
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