| Event | Caller | Band | Details | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Trillium | It's International Dessert Night (hint to refreshment bringers to be creative), and we are delighted to have Trillium back after a long absence. And of course David will skillfully help strengthen our dancing. | More info |
| Nov 14, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus, Catherine Sloboda | This week's Bloom session at 6:00 is a waltz variation workshop. | More info |
| Nov 10, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Our caller and band work well together to give us interesting dances and glorious music on flute and piano. Remember that we are back to afternoons - dance starts at 2:30 PM. | More info |
| Nov 9, 2024 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | 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. | More info |
| Nov 7, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Bob Fabinski | Clara & Co | Join us at 6:00 for the Contra swing tips session with Cindy followed by contra at 7:30. All are welcome. Bring your friends and family for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Nov 3, 2024 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | We are back to afternoons starting with this dance, so if you show up at 6:30 you will be sorely disappointed! The music will be hot and the teaching clear and steady. | More info |
| Oct 31, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Tryptech | Join us at 7:00 for an intro to contra dancing followed by TECHNO contra at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Oct 26, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Sister Haggis | Eileen and Jane will provide their exceptional music at our annual Saturday night Halloween dance & fund raiser and Dan is filling in for Pamela, who cannot come. Masks & costumes welcome! | More info |
| Oct 24, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Katy Heine | The Engine Room | It's Night of the Living Wedge! Contra Dancing starts early, at 7:00 pm! It's a great non-alcoholic activity. All are welcome. No partner or experience is necessary. Bring your friends and family for a lively time! | More info |
| Oct 20, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Barbara Seppeler | We will have a very popular and skilled caller for this dance, and brilliant music by one of our most booked pianists. | More info |
| Oct 20, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Cindy Culbert | CDR Board | Quarterly Board meeting to coordinate across our several dance events. | More info |
| Oct 17, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Lake Effect | Matt and Cat Sloboda on strings and Chuck Abell on Rhythm will play for our open waltz time at 6:00, orientation at 7:00, and contra at 7:30. It's always a great Thursday at the Rose Room! | More info |
| Oct 15, 2024 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Bob's house, our temporary meeting location. | More info |
| Oct 13, 2024 english First Rochester |
Jennifer Staples | Molly Jaynes Wilson, Laurel Sharp, Jane Knoeck | One of Syracuse's up and coming callers will teach the dances clearly and concisely, with music from three very experienced musicians. Bring a friend! | More info |
| Oct 10, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Nancy Spero | Lake Effect | Lake Effect Trio is Matt and Cat Sloboda on strings and Chuck Abell on Rhythm. Alene Boyar will teach some OTHER American traditional dances. It's always a great Thursday at the Rose Room! | More info |
| Oct 6, 2024 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Molly Jaynes Wilson, Silvia Sörensen, Chris DeGolyer | Calling by the founder of Rochester's ECD series, with energizing music on violin, flute and piano. | More info |
| Oct 3, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Bob Fabinski | Clara & Co | Join us at 6:00 for the Callers practice session followed by contra at 7:30. All are welcome. Bring your friends and family for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Sep 29, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Eileen, Laurel & Meg | Inspiring music on violin, piano, concertina, and an amazing variety of wind instruments. These folks know how to make you want to dance and David is an excellent teacher. This is a good night to bring along a friend. | More info |
| Sep 26, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Trillium | Join us at 6:00 for an instructive Bloom session followed by contra at 7:30. Cat, Laurel, and Meg are infectious! All are welcome. Bring your friends and family for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Sep 22, 2024 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Molly Jaynes Wilson, Catherine Sloboda, Meg Grindrod | Our clever combination of fans and open windows will keep things comfortable for an evening of familiar dances and some really great music! | More info |
| Sep 21, 2024 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Bob's house, our temporary meeting location. | More info |
| Sep 19, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Bob Nicholson | Ballingarry | Join us at 6:00 for Irish set dances followed by contra at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Sep 15, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Barbara Seppeler | Dan and Barb are back once again - they are playing a lot for us these days. Dan has a knack for finding new and interesting dances, and Barb's piano playing is reliably wonderful. It's Apple Night too. | More info |
| Sep 12, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Esteemed Clams | Join us at 6:00 for Flourishes from Pinewoods followed by old-time contra at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Sep 8, 2024 special-event Alan Fish's Barn |
Margaret Mathews | Aaron Lipp, Richie Stearns, Brian Williams | Stomping Barn Dance at Alan Fish's Barn with Aaron Lipp, Richie Stearns, and co. Calling by Margaret Mathews. | More info |
| Sep 8, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Barbara Seppeler, Jean, Scott & Henry Smith | Dan and Barb & friends kick off our weekly Fall English dances with their excellent teamwork. We'll have glorious and lively music, interesting dances and friendly company! | More info |
| Sep 5, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Penelope Weinberger | Tryptech | Join us at 7:00 for an intro to contra dancing followed by TECHNO contra at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Aug 29, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Katy Heine | Sister Haggis | 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. | More info |
| Aug 22, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Casey Carr | Catherine Sloboda, Lake Effect | The Rose Room Blooms with open waltz 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. | More info |
| Aug 18, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Laurel Sharp, Jane Knoeck, Molly Jaynes Wilson | The high-powered combination of David's exemplary teaching and prompting with skilled dance music on violin, winds, oboe, and piano is one that you won't want to miss. Bring a friend! | More info |
| Aug 17, 2024 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Bob's house, our temporary meeting location. | More info |
| Aug 15, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Birch Trio | Support our newest callers at 6:00 pm by dancing in a callers practice session, 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. | More info |
| Aug 8, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Lake Effect | The Rose Room Blooms 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. | More info |
| Aug 4, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Barbara Seppeler | Barb and Dan are back, bringing the glorious music and intriguing dances that they are known for. It's a nice way to spend a summer evening & we'll have lots of fans and open windows on both sides of the hall. | More info |
| Aug 1, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Mary Collins | Sister Haggis | The Rose Room Blooms at 6:00 pm with Story and Dance hour, 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. | More info |
| Jul 25, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Kathy Sommer & Harvey Nusbaum | Join us in the air-conditioned Rose Room to experience the joy of contra dancing and connection with our welcoming, friendly community. | More info |
| Jul 21, 2024 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Catherine Sloboda, Laurel Sharp, Chris DeGolyer | Experience the joy and connection of dancing, with Carmen's always varied selection of popular dances. Our dessert theme tonight is FRUIT! | More info |
| Jul 18, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Gaye Fifer | Jane Knoeck, Matt Sloboda | The Flower City Callers Collective will hold a workshop in the Rose Room Bloom at 6:00. There will be dancing. Come support our young callers. The great contra party to the music of Matt and Jane starts at 7:30. | More info |
| Jul 14, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Cindy Culbert | CDR Board | CDR board meetings are open to the public. | More info |
| Jul 13, 2024 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Bob's house, our temporary meeting location. | More info |
| Jul 11, 2024 contra Rose Room |
River “Rainbowface” Abel | Contraforce | Contraforce comes to us from Charleston, SC, bringing a new world beat and contemporary sound to music solidly grounded in tradition. The Rose Room Blooms with Story & Dance at 6:00 pm. | More info |
| Jul 7, 2024 english First Rochester |
Tara Bolker | Sister Haggis | Sponsored by Bill & Pat Donaldson to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. They are covering all the expenses, so this is a free dance! There will be π. All welcome. | More info |
| Jul 4, 2024 cancelled |
No contra dance on July 4 because of all the great parties and fireworks displays. We'll see you next week! | More info | ||
| Jun 30, 2024 cancelled |
We're not having an English dance on June 30 because it's one of those fifth Sundays when we take a little break. We'll be back on July 7! | More info | ||
| Jun 27, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Harris Lapiroff | Kingfisher | Open waltz with Kingfisher, who are Jeff Kaufman and Cecelia Vacanti, from Boston. Harris Lapiroff is touring with them from the west coast. AND the Rose Room is air conditioned! | More info |
| Jun 23, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Trillium, Molly Jaynes Wilson | A good night to bring friends who might enjoy trying out English dancing! Intro lesson for newbies at 6:10. Our caller is a superb teacher, the music will be glorious AND it's Strawberry Shortcake Night. | More info |
| Jun 20, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Katy Heine | Lake Effect | Lake Effect Trio is Matt and Cat Sloboda on strings and Chuck Abell on Rhythm. Katy Heine brings her great repertoire of dances to our stage regularly, and it's always a great night! | More info |
| Jun 16, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan and Serendipity are a well practiced team. Expect a few new-to-us dances and glorious music. In honor of Father's Day, we're debuting a new refreshment theme: Chips and Dips. | More info |
| Jun 13, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Audrey Potter, Jane Knoeck | Audrey and Jane are one of our favorite duos, and David is a great caller! | More info |
| Jun 9, 2024 cancelled |
We're not dancing on June 9 due to the all day Thistle, Rose & Shamrock event the day before. | More info | ||
| Jun 8, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler, Sue Batt, Kathy Whitfield | Ella Powers, Ben Hockenberry, John Wobus | English, Irish Barn Dance and Scottish Workshops starting at 1 PM, followed by a pot luck dinner a 4:45 (please bring something to share if you can), then at 6:30 an evening ceili mixing all three styles of dance. | More info |
| Jun 6, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Glenrose | 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. | More info |
| Jun 2, 2024 english First Rochester |
Jennifer Staples | Sister Haggis | Our good friend Jennifer Staples from Syracuse will bring her friendly and confident calling presence, supported by Jane & Eileen's superlative music. | More info |
| May 30, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Tryptech | Join us at 6:00 for Acro Yoga followed by TECHNO contra dancing at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| May 26, 2024 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Mark, Mary & Chris | Cellist Mary joins Mark and Chris to provide moving music, with dances taught by a caller with long experience at putting together a fun dance program. | More info |
| May 23, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Bob Nicholson | Lake Effect | Join us at 6:00 for waltz followed by contra dancing at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| May 16, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Casey Carr | Ballingarry | The Rose Room Bloom at 6:00 will be a waltz lesson. | More info |
| May 12, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Barbara Seppeler | Cheese night, and also Mother's Day. Here's an idea: bring Mom to the dance, either to watch or participate if she's able. Barb and Dan often play as a duo, and we can expect a few nice new dances. | More info |
| May 9, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Nancy Spero | Sister Haggis | Rose Room Bloom at 6:00 for social time and follow-up contra tips from Rachel O'Donnell. Great contras at 7:30. | More info |
| May 5, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Join us for a delightful evening of dancing as we welcome back Dan and Serendipity after too long of an absence! Laurie & Barb's music will make your heart swell, and Dan has a knack for finding us fresh new dances. | More info |
| May 5, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Help plan future English dance events and set policies. Country Dancers of Rochester meetings are free and open to the public. | More info |
| May 2, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Jim Sloboda, Jane and Cat | The Glenrose Trio with Jane Knoeck provide exciting music for excellent dances called by Margaret Mathews. PLUS, the Rose Room Blooms at 6:00 pm with an intro to the exciting Morris dance tradition. | More info |
| Apr 28, 2024 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | Come enjoy the excitement and energy of English dance, with Carmen's good taste in dances and lively music on violin, flute and piano. | More info |
| Apr 25, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Rich Goss | Lake Effect | Join us at 6:00 for waltz followed by contra dancing at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Apr 21, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Whimsy | Joyful music on violin, an amazing collection of wind instruments, and piano will inspire our dancing, further facilitated by a caller who picks fun dances and who really knows now to teach. | More info |
| Apr 18, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Esteemed Clams | Dance clothing swap in the coat room starting at 6:00. Waltz workshop at 6:30. Bring your friends & family for a night of lively music, connection, and community. | More info |
| Apr 14, 2024 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Silvia Sörensen, Meg Grindrod, Mike Hoeschele | Carmen will lead a delightful evening of carefully chosen dances, with violin, flute, piano and concertina to get our feet tapping and bodies moving. | More info |
| Apr 11, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Ostara | 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! | More info |
| Apr 7, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Bellamira | Welcome Bellamira - a new trio of exceptionally talented ECD musicians. David's skilled calling and wide repertoire will make this a dance to remember long after the eclipse is past. | More info |
| Apr 4, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Catherine, Laurel & Meg, Trillium | Dance to the tunes of Cat, Laurel, and Meg, guided by the expert calling of David Smukler. Plus a 6:30 Contra Connection workshop with Stephen! Join us for a night of laughter, connection, and the magic of contradance! | More info |
| Mar 28, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | PossumTone String Band | Waltz with Clara & Zak at 6:00 & Contras with the PossumTone String Band at 7:30. No partner or experience is necessary. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of connection and community. | More info |
| Mar 24, 2024 english First Rochester |
Bob Nicholson | Jane and Cat, Jim Sloboda | It will be great to have the genial Bob Nicholson back calling for us, and music by the supremely talented Jane Knoeck and the very popular violinist Cat Sloboda, with special guest Jim Sloboda. Invite a friend! | More info |
| Mar 21, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Lake Effect | Experience the magic of contra dancing, 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. | More info |
| Mar 19, 2024 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Margaret's. | More info |
| Mar 17, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Laurel, Cat & Meg | Celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Expert teaching awaits you, along with a very experienced band. Bring a friend! To further lure you, our refreshment theme is Pie. | More info |
| Mar 14, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Katy Heine | Sister Haggis | 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. | More info |
| Mar 10, 2024 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Jane and Cat | Experience the incredible connection of music and movement, with clear instruction and prompting, and moving music by one of our most skillful violin / piano duos. | More info |
| Mar 7, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Esteemed Clams | 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. | More info |
| Mar 3, 2024 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Jane and Cat | A variety of dances expertly taught and prompted, music to lift your heart, amiable company and sumptuous refreshments. | More info |
| Mar 2, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Katy Heine | Tim Ball and Helen Kuhar | Whether you're up for a challenging afternoon or a lively evening, join us for a day of contradancing bliss with Katy Heine calling and the spirited tunes of Tim and Helen. Let's dance our way into March with joy! | More info |
| Feb 29, 2024 cancelled |
Tonight's contra will be moved to Saturday. Check out Groove Juice Swing's Sadie Hawkins dance! | More info | ||
| Feb 25, 2024 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Mark & Chris, Jenna | Moving to music - so fun and so good for you! Our live music (featuring flute, clarinet and piano for this dance), along with supportive teaching and prompting will make for a satisfying afternoon of dancing. | More info |
| Feb 22, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Nancy Spero | Lake Effect | Come at 6:00 for waltz to the music of the Lake Effect Trio and stay for contra dance at 7:30 with Nancy Spero calling the dances. | More info |
| Feb 18, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Help plan future English dance events and set policies. Country Dancers of Rochester meetings are free and open to the public. | More info |
| Feb 18, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Whimsy | Enjoy fine teaching from David and inspiring music from Molly, Laurel & Meg. AND our amazing refreshments will feature CHOCOLATE! | More info |
| Feb 15, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Margaret Mathews | Countercurrent | Don't miss this opportunity to dance to the tunes of Countercurrent and the expert calling of Margaret Mathews. Join us for a night of laughter, connection, and the magic of contradance! | More info |
| Feb 11, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | The flute & piano duo of Laurie and Barb are treasured for their simply glorious music. Come 20 minutes early for a short lesson if you're new to English dance. | More info |
| Feb 10, 2024 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Margaret's. | More info |
| Feb 9, 2024 meeting |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Initial planning for JAB 2025 | More info |
| Feb 8, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Molly & Jane | Evan De Smitt calling fun contradances to the merry and infectious music of Molly Wilson & Jane Knoeck. | More info |
| Feb 4, 2024 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Sister Haggis, Catherine Sloboda | Wow - a powerhouse of a band this afternoon, and David's skilled and supportive teaching will make it easier for us dancers. This will be a good one! | More info |
| Feb 1, 2024 contra Rose Room |
David Smukler | Catherine, Laurel & Meg, Trillium | Don't miss this opportunity to dance to the tunes of Cat, Laurel, and Meg, guided by the expert calling of David Smukler. Join us for a night of laughter, connection, and the magic of contradance! | More info |
| Jan 28, 2024 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Molly, Mark & Chris, Annie Simpson | Molly, Mark & Chris are one of our favorite bands, and they will be joined by Annie on guitar (coming all the way from Greene, NY). Come on out and dance! | More info |
| Jan 25, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Nancy Spero | Lake Effect | Experience the magic of contra dancing, 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. | More info |
| Jan 21, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Country Dancers of Rochester meetings are free and open to the public. | More info |
| Jan 21, 2024 english First Rochester |
Pamela Goddard | Catherine Sloboda, Meg Grindrod, Silvia Sörensen | Catherine wowed us in December with her violin expertise and we are happy to have her back, working with flute and piano. Pamela is a great dance leader who has high expectations and the skill to help us achieve them. | More info |
| Jan 18, 2024 contra Rose Room |
Evan De Smitt | Sister Haggis | Prepare to be swept off your feet by the infectious energy of Sister Haggis and the fine calling of Evan DeSmitt | More info |
| Jan 14, 2024 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Barbara Seppeler | Enjoy Barb's always gorgeous & moving music this afternoon, and a caller who has the knack of pushing our dancing abilities just to the right degree. New to this? Just show up 20 minutes early for an orientation. | More info |
| Jan 14, 2024 meeting Zoom |
Cindy Culbert | CDR Board | CDR board meetings are open to the public. | More info |
| Jan 13, 2024 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Join us to plan great contra for everyone. Margaret will provide coffee, tea and a delicious home baked snack. | More info |