| Event | Caller | Band | Details | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 17, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Celebrate Valentine's day again at our annual Chocolate Night, featuring smoothly coordinated music on flute and piano and energetic calling. Our performers are regulars at the Sunday night English dances. | More info |
| Feb 14, 2019 contra Covenant |
Colleen Liggett, Maxine McDonald | Sister Haggis | What will it be? Red for Valentine's? Or Teal for Dave Boyer's birthday? Sister Haggis is playing. Colleen Liggett and Maxine McDonald will share the caller's mic! | More info |
| Feb 10, 2019 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Arugula | This busy and long lived band features melodic flute and violin above a rich bass line, and the well-known caller will be introducing some lovely dances that will be done at our Jane Austen Ball in May. | More info |
| Feb 7, 2019 contra Covenant |
Casey Carr | The Bobbens | New Band to our stage: Bob Berch, Ben Hockenberry and Ben Goehring Casey Carr will be calling. | More info |
| Feb 3, 2019 english First Rochester |
The Special Events committee will be meeting at First Baptist at 4 PM to work on planning the Jane Austen Ball set for early May. CDR members interested in the process are welcome to sit in. | More info | ||
| Feb 3, 2019 english First Rochester |
Sarah VanNorstrand | Amity | Superbowl Sunday for dancers! A friendly & effective nationally known caller, music on guitar, assorted winds and piano. Superbowl Sunday snacks requested for the break, so we won't seem too far out of the main stream. | More info |
| Jan 31, 2019 contra Covenant |
David Smukler | Open Band | Open Band Night! Play for part of the dance and get in free! David Smukler will be calling. | More info |
| Jan 27, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Molly, Laurel & Pat | We will enjoy a caller with a fresh perspective on the English dance repertoire, and music featuring an exciting violinist, an enthusiastic piano player, and one of the finest and most versatile wind players in our area. | More info |
| Jan 26, 2019 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! Are you interested in being a player in keeping our contra dance community running smoothly, efficiently and fun for all? Join us, your thoughts and ideas are welcome! | More info |
| Jan 24, 2019 contra Covenant |
Sarah VanNorstrand | Lake Effect | Lake Effect playing and Sarah VanNorstrand Calling! Great way to warm up on a cold winter night. | More info |
| Jan 20, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler, Richard Sauvain | Serendipity | DANCE CANCELLED! Sorry folks, we have had to cancel our Jan. 20 English dance due to a combination of bad weather and a facilities issue. We hope to reschedule Favorite's Night for later in the year. | More info |
| Jan 20, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
CANCELLED! The English Planning Committee meeting scheduled for Jan. 20 has been cancelled due to a combination of bad weather and a facilities issue. We will post a new notice when we have a new date. | More info | ||
| Jan 17, 2019 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | Molly, Mark & Chris | Chuck Abell, calling to Chris DeGolyer, Mark Dumont and Molly Jaynes This Thursday is National Ditch New Year's Resolution Day. We will vote on whether or not to continue these themes. | More info |
| Jan 13, 2019 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | Fine tunes on violin, flute and piano, and a thoughtful and patient Syracuse caller who calls fun dances, and has been known to write some himself. Our famous break refreshments will feature cupcakes! | More info |
| Jan 13, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
Lisa Brown | CDR Board | Quarterly board meeting. Open to all. Takes place in the library at First Baptist. The main topic is the CDR's 2019 budget. | More info |
| Jan 10, 2019 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Esteemed Clams | Margaret Mathews calling to some hot Old Time Music by the Esteemed Clams! This Thursday is "Peculiar People Day." Come dance. Enough said. | More info |
| Jan 6, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
Dave Boyer | CDR Board | Meeting to discuss 2020 budget, events, etc. | More info |
| Jan 6, 2019 english First Rochester |
Bob Nicholson | Sister Haggis | Start the new year off right with good exercise and friendly people. We'll have a genial, very experienced, and supportive caller (famous for his skills in helping newcomers) plus music to die for! | More info |
| Jan 3, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Tim Ball & Jane Knoeck | Start the new year with Bob Nicholson calling to music of Tim Ball and Jane Knoeck. This Thursday is Fruitcake Toss Day! | More info |
| Dec 30, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Blim | Alyssa, Laurie & Meg | Turning of the Year Ball, an elegant English dance to celebrate the old year and welcome in the new, in a beautifully decorated hall. 6 PM start. Dressy attire suggested. Pay at the door ($25 / $15); great refreshments! | More info |
| Dec 27, 2018 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Ginger Majority | A "NOT NEW YEARS EVE" Contra with Margaret Mathews and Ginger Majority--a festive dance at our regular place and time. Bring some delicious holiday treats to share. | More info |
| Dec 20, 2018 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | O’Shanigans | The O'Shanigans play great tunes focusing on those from Ireland and New England. Energetic Nancy Spero from Ithaca calls great dances that perfectly match the tunes. | More info |
| Dec 16, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Sister Haggis | Richard's program will include several new-to-us dances planned for our Dec. 30 Turning of he Year Ball. We'll have superb music from Eileen's passionate violin and Jane's energizing piano. It's Cookie Night too! | More info |
| Dec 15, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! Are you interested in being a player in keeping our contra dance community running smoothly, efficiently and fun for all? Join us, your thoughts and ideas are welcome! | More info |
| Dec 13, 2018 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | New Brew | An accomplished and relaxed caller from Ithaca paired with three superb musicians: Jane Knoeck on keys, Eileen Kalfass on fiddle, and Tom Santarsiero on mandolin and percussion. | More info |
| Dec 9, 2018 english Covenant |
David Smukler | Sister Haggis | A *free* dance with top notch performers, courtesy of Ruth Hyde who turns 90 this month. Join us at Covenant United for a potluck at 5:30 pm and the dance to follow. To repeat, this dance is NOT at First Baptist. | More info |
| Dec 6, 2018 contra Covenant |
Casey Carr | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | A classic contra dance band: Eileen Kalfass on fiddle and John Wobus on keyboard. | More info |
| Dec 2, 2018 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | We'll enjoy Carmen's broad repertoire of dances and the classic sound of violin, flute and piano from a trio that plays regularly for our dances. Moving to music is fun and good for mind and body! | More info |
| Nov 29, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Fabinski | Open Band | Open Band Night! Come support our local musicians. If you play an instrument, you too can join the band! | More info |
| Nov 25, 2018 english First Rochester |
Katy Heine | Rebecca McCallum & Jane Knoeck | Thanksgiving Dance Weekend performers join us for a Sunday afternoon English dance, 2 - 5 PM! Katy Heine is much admired for her clear teaching, and Jane and Rebecca are old friends with decades of experience. | More info |
| Nov 23 - Nov 24, 2018 special-event Salem |
Adina Gordon, Sarah VanNorstrand | The Groovemongers, Cloud Ten | The Groovemongers! Adina Gordon! Cloud Ten! Sarah VanNorstrand! Contras! English! Folk Song! More details by clicking here. | More info |
| Nov 22, 2018 contra |
No Dance tonight. Enjoy your feast, then come dance all weekend at the festival! | More info | ||
| Nov 18, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Sister Haggis | Jane and Eileen are much enjoyed by local dancers -- their music soars, and somehow makes us all want to dance well! Richard's carefully chosen dance programs and calm caller presence will make for a smooth evening. | More info |
| Nov 17, 2018 contra Bruce Academy |
Chuck Abell | Club Contras in a new dance venue. Light potluck at 6, dancing starts at 7. Check out a new venue! | More info | |
| Nov 15, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Sister Haggis | Warm up for the upcoming Thanksgiving Festival by dancing to the great music of Sister Haggis and the wonderful calling of Bob Nicholson. | More info |
| Nov 11, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Our piano player has made the English Country Dance repertoire her own with deep understanding and delicacy. Laurie brings her delightful flute to the mix, and Dan has an engaging blend of enthusiasm and resourcefulness. | More info |
| Nov 10, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! At Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house. | More info |
| Nov 8, 2018 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Blue Dance | It's Blue Dance! Dancers come out of the woodwork to hear this band: definitely unique and always fun. Great calling by Margaret Mathews. | More info |
| Nov 4, 2018 english First Rochester |
Amity | An excellent combination tonight: David's efficient calling and excellent music on guitar, whistles, recorders and oboe, piano and perhaps even concertina! | More info | |
| Nov 1, 2018 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | Tom Santarsiero and Liza Sommers | Katy Heine from Ithaca will be calling. Phenomenal guitar player Tom Santarsiero will be on stage with dynamic fiddler, Liza Sommers. | More info |
| Oct 27, 2018 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! This month at Bob Fabinski's house. | More info |
| Oct 27, 2018 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Sister Haggis | Our popular Saturday night Halloween-themed Masquerade Ball! Spooky decorations, enchanting refreshments, masks and costumes admired but not required! Admission $25, students/low income $15, pay at the door. | More info |
| Oct 25, 2018 contra Covenant |
David Smukler | New Brew | David Smukler is a caller and composer of contradances. New Brew is a trio of most excellent musicians: Jane Knoeck, Eileen Kalfass, and Tom Santarsiero. | More info |
| Oct 21, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Amity | Come enjoy Austin's wizardry on guitar, Laurel's mastery of multiple wind instruments, and Meg's heart-felt piano, with an enticing program of dances by a caller who is very fond of 3/4 time. | More info |
| Oct 21, 2018 meeting First Rochester |
Lisa Brown | CDR Executive Committee | This quarterly meeting allows the Contra and English Country dance committees to coordinate. This is where you can find out what's going on! | More info |
| Oct 18, 2018 contra Covenant |
Dela Murphy | Lake Effect | Delightful Dela Murphy calling with Lake Effect and guest guitarist Larry Unger! | More info |
| Oct 14, 2018 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Molly, Mark & Chris | Colleen is bringing new calling energy to our dance group; tonight she will have the pleasure of working with an equally enthusiastic musical trio. It's also Apple Dessert Night! | More info |
| Oct 11, 2018 contra Covenant |
Donna Hunt | Arugula | Dance caller and author Donna Hunt from Philadelphia is back on stage! Music by our friends in Arugula! Can you pick out the band members who also volunteer to run our sound once a month?! | More info |
| Oct 7, 2018 english First Rochester |
Arugula | With a professional teacher as a caller we can expect expert, efficient teaching. We'll also have cheerful music on flute, violin, bass & piano from a group who has played together for many years. | More info | |
| Oct 6, 2018 demo-team |
Lisa Brown | Molly Jaynes Wilson | Performance with audience participation at the Penfield Library, 1985 Baird Road, Penfield, NY 14526, (585) 340-8720. | More info |
| Oct 4, 2018 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | Over and Under | Over and Under is our longest-running local band. Great dance to bring new folks. Katy Heine from Ithaca will be calling. | More info |
| Sep 30, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Sister Haggis | We don't usually dance on fifth Sundays, but are making an exception because we were able to get Sister Haggis! Jane and Eileen are one of the most popular music-making duos around - this will be an exceptional night. | More info |
| Sep 29, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! At Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house. | More info |
| Sep 29, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! At Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house. | More info |
| Sep 27, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | Bob Nicholson will call with Eileen Kalfass on fiddle and John Wobus on piano. | More info |
| Sep 23, 2018 english First Rochester |
Molly, Laurel & Pat | Good calling makes for good dancing, and tonight we have one of the best, plus music featuring an exciting fiddler, a versatile & experienced wind player, and solid piano harmony. | More info | |
| Sep 22, 2018 demo-team |
Lisa Brown | Molly Jaynes Wilson | Performance with audience participation at Irondequoit Library, 1290 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY 14617 | More info |
| Sep 20, 2018 contra Covenant |
Chet Gray | Crooked Sixpence | Chet Gray from Louisville, Kentucky is a caller of square, contra, and other traditional country dances. He strives to lead all folks to joyful fellowship in dancing. Crooked Sixpence is an Ithaca based band. | More info |
| Sep 16, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | More of Barb & Laurie's exciting dance music, and always an interesting selection of dances from Dan. Come see friends and enjoy moving to music! | More info |
| Sep 13, 2018 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | New Brew | New Brew is a band known for its excellent musicianship and varied repertoire. Terrific music and our own Chuck Abell calling. | More info |
| Sep 9, 2018 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Amity | Our caller tonight is a musician and a dancer as well, so is well positioned to communicate effectively with all. Music by Laurel Sharp, Austin Wahl & Meg Grindrod, a trio withith singularly beautiful instrumentation. | More info |
| Sep 8, 2018 contra Rotary Sunshine Campus |
Margaret Mathews | Jamcrackers | Contra dancing as part of the Turtle Hill Folk Festival. | More info |
| Sep 6, 2018 contra Covenant |
Brian Hamshar | Atlantic Crossing | Special Treat this week: Touring band and caller! The music and calling will be amazing! Brian Hamshar and Atlantic Crossing | More info |
| Sep 2, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Start the Fall season with Barb & Laurie's passionate dance music! Newcomers especially welcomed in this traditional month of new beginnings. | More info |
| Aug 30, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Open Band | OPEN BAND NIGHT! Want to be part of it? Click on EVENT DETAILS for more information. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Aug 25, 2018 english First Rochester |
Lisa Brown, Richard Sauvain | Austin, Alyssa, Ben & Chris | Our annual Netherfield Ball introduces novices to English country dancing. Lisa Brown, assisted by her demo team, will teach you to enjoy dances from Jane Austen’s time. 2 - 6 PM, elegant refreshments. $10 | More info |
| Aug 23, 2018 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Continental Drift | Continental Drift with Eileen Kalfass on fiddle and Eric Anderson on piano will be playing tonight. Long-time caller Margaret Mathews will call tons of fun dances. | More info |
| Aug 19, 2018 english First Rochester |
Molly, Mark & Chris | Ice Cream Sundae night, with one of our favorite callers and thrilling music from a classic combination: violin, flute and piano, all played with energy and skill. Come see old friends and make some new ones! | More info | |
| Aug 16, 2018 contra Covenant |
Maxine McDonald | Kanack School Faculty | The Kanack School Faculty will be on stage tonight. We may also get a sneak peak at new talent they are mentoring. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Aug 12, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan, Barb & Laurie are a popular combination - giving us dancers the benefit of their skill and passion for English Country Dance. | More info |
| Aug 9, 2018 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | Center Street | A trio of great musicians on stage tonight: Rebecca Bosworth-Clemens on clarinet, Tim Ball on fiddle, and Casey Murray on cello and guitar for an evening of exuberant dance music. Our own Chuck Abell will be calling. | More info |
| Aug 5, 2018 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Ben & Meg | Music featuring a newly discovered multi-instrumentalist and two of our exciting regulars, with a carefully chosen program and Carmen's patient and intelligent calling. | More info |
| Aug 4, 2018 contra Alan Fish's Barn |
Bob Fabinski, Mary Collins | Alan Fish has generously donated the use of his barn for us to have a Contra Celebration. We will have a potluck picnic lunch at noon, followed by dancing until 4pm. | More info | |
| Aug 2, 2018 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Wild Root String Band | Hot old-time music matched with a caller who loves this music tonight: Wild Root String Band with Margaret Mathews calling. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Jul 26, 2018 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | Tim Ball and Liza Sommers | Top-notch fiddlers Tim Ball and Liza Sommers provide astounding music for our dance tonight. Ithaca-based Nancy Spero will be calling. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Jul 22, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Blim | Sister Haggis | Our caller is known for his clear, confident calling, his youthful energy, and his ability to teach dances that are challenging but rewarding. Our musicians tonight are two of the best, so we'll have thrilling music! | More info |
| Jul 19, 2018 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | New Brew | A hot band plays cool tunes: New Brew with Katy Heine is calling. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Jul 15, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dancing to sweet music from flute and piano makes for a happy summer evening, and our collection of fans keep us comfortable even if it's warm. Dessert theme is Fruit! Come see old friends and make some new ones. | More info |
| Jul 14, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! At Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house. | More info |
| Jul 12, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Eileen Kalfass and Harvey Nusbaum | Bob Nicholson calling with Eileen Kalfass and Harvey Nusbaum playing. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Jul 8, 2018 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Molly, Laurel & Pat | It's always fun to dance to live music, and especially to what we will have tonight: thrilling violin playing, a truly impressive array of wind instruments (including oboe), and lovely piano. | More info |
| Jul 8, 2018 meeting First Rochester |
Leslie Phillips | English Planning Committee | Meet to plan upcoming English Country dances in Rochester. See more info for location & agenda. | More info |
| Jul 5, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Fabinski | Arugula | Our own Bob Fabinski calling with talented local band, Arugula. Special summer student rate: $5 | More info |
| Jul 1, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Arugula | Long time CDR caller and musician Eric Rounds joins Arugula tonight on violin. Curiously enough, Eric was the one who encouraged Richard to call his first contra dance! | More info |
| Jul 1, 2018 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Lisa Brown | CDR Executive Committee | This quarterly meeting allows the Contra and English Country dance committees to coordinate. This is where you can find out what's going on! | More info |
| Jun 28, 2018 contra Covenant |
Pamela Goddard | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | Traditional instrumentation tonight: fiddle and piano. Great music from Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus. | More info |
| Jun 24, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan has a nice way of mixing familiar, accessible dances with challenging ones that keep us on our toes, and Serendipity's music is to die for! | More info |
| Jun 23, 2018 meeting Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house |
Contra Planning Committee | Find out what's coming up! Help plan more great dances! Enjoy homemade treats and tea! At Rich & Peggy Dempsey's house. | More info | |
| Jun 21, 2018 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | Ginger Majority | It's the Summer Solstice! Let's dance! Chuck Abell will be calling. Ginger Majority will be playing...with Molly Tucker standing in for Liza Sommers. And we'll especially remember Dr. Tom Bannister tonight. | More info |
| Jun 17, 2018 english First Rochester |
Amity | Our very popular Strawberry Shortcake Night: the break refreshments will feature berries picked that morning, home-made shortcakes, and real whipped cream. Plus a very skilled caller and fine dance music. | More info | |
| Jun 14, 2018 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Lake Effect | It's not going to be snowing this week, but Lake Effect will provide a blizzard of great music. Lake Effect is Chuck Abell, Matt Sloboda, Eric Metzger, and Ryan Wolf. Caller will be Bob Nicholson! | More info |
| Jun 10, 2018 english First Rochester |
Pamela Goddard | Sister Haggis | Eileen & Jane's heart-stirring music and Pamela's strong and witty calling presence are a combination not to be missed! | More info |
| Jun 7, 2018 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | Polaris | Nancy Spero from Ithaca is back on stage calling to the excellent, young band from Western Mass & Vermont. Polaris has twin fiddles, piano, accordion, guitar, dulcimer and feet! | More info |
| Jun 3, 2018 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Amarillis | A very special Sunday afternoon Tea Dance, 2 - 5 PM, featuring Pittsburgh-based band Amarillis and calling by Richard Sauvain. | More info |
| Jun 2, 2018 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | DJ Chuckabell | Come dance at our regular venue on a Saturday Night! DJ Chuckabell will be calling. | More info |
| May 31, 2018 contra Covenant |
Casey Carr | Open Band | OPEN BAND Night. Bring your instrument, play on stage, and get in free! Casey Carr will be calling excellent dances--perhaps even a grid square! | More info |
| May 27, 2018 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | You heard their music at the Jane Austen Ball in April; now we get to enjoy them again, with Dan drawing from his enormous repertoire of dances to give us another great evening of dancing! | More info |
| May 24, 2018 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | New Brew | Brewing up some great music: Jane Knoeck on keyboard and accordion, Eileen Kalfass on fiddle, and Tom Santarsiero on mandolin and more! With a favorite caller from Ithaca, Nancy Spero, bringing her joyful dances. | More info |
| May 20, 2018 english First Rochester |
Judy Greenhill | Relative Harmony | Cheese night, with a multi-generational family band from Guelph. Rick plays guitar, banjo & keyboards, his wife Judy is our excellent & fun caller, and son Jon sparks things up on violin & percussion. | More info |
| May 17, 2018 contra Covenant |
Maxine McDonald, Evan De Smitt | Over and Under | Our two youngest callers (Maxine McDonald and Evan De Smitt) on stage with a long-standing, experienced band (Over and Under). | More info |