We dance every week of the year, except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. We dance English on Sundays and Contra on Thursdays.
| Caller: | David Smukler |
| Band: | Ostara |
| Details: | 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! |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Location: | The Rose Room 295 Gregory St, Rochester NY 14620 |
| Caller: | Pamela Goddard |
| Band: | Eileen Kalfass, Catherine Sloboda, Jim Sloboda |
| Details: | Pamela has a witty, engaging, no nonsense style of calling and the band will give us thrilling music. If you're new to English dance, come early for a quick introduction. |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: | First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
| Caller: | Katy Heine |
| Band: | Sister Haggis |
| Details: | 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 |
| Caller: | Richard Sauvain |
| Band: | Sister Haggis |
| Details: | Sister Haggis, the oddly named band that produces extraordinarily danceable music, will be urging us on, and it's Strawberry Shortcake Night! Come early to slice strawberries. No dance on June 29 -- it's a 5th Sunday. |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: | First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
| Caller: | Sunny Lawrence, Carmen Giunta |
| Band: | Lake Effect, Quicksilver with Guest: Eileen Kalfass |
| Details: | 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 |
| Caller: | Mattie Rynkiewicz |
| Band: | Glenrose |
| Details: | 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 |
| Caller: | Jennifer Staples |
| Band: | Catherine Sloboda, Roberta Truscello |
| Details: | Clear, confident calling from Jennifer, and exquisite music from Cat and Roberta. Bring a friend for a fun evening of dance, with delightful refreshments at the break. |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: | First Rochester | An American Baptist Church 175 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester NY 14618 |
| 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 |
