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SUMMARY:Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance
DESCRIPTION:Miss Paula & the Twangbusters \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* 7-8pm – Swing Dance Lesson. No partner needed.  Beginners welcome!! \n\n\n\n* 8-10:30 pm – Dance \n\n\n\nCost: $20 General\, $15 Student\, 65+ Senior\, DFO Member \n\n\n\nAlbany Elks\, 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY 12208 (1 block south of Rt. 20 Madison/Western) \n\n\n\n\nSpacious\, attractive A/C hall (plus new large fans) with large wooden dance floor. \n\n\n\nCovid/Flu: Stay home if you feel sick\, or were in close contact with someone who is contagious. Thank you for taking precautions to keep our wonderful dance community safe. Proof of vaccine is no longer required.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers needed!  Please contact us if you’d be interested in being on the Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance committee and helping with the dance\, especially with take down. \n\n\n\nAmbassador Program:  The DFO has established this program to welcome all people\, especially beginners\, to our dances. For more information\, please ask at the front desk. All of you\, men AND women\, can help by asking everyone to dance\, especially newcomers and those sitting down. <<<<< \n\n\n\nEvery 1st Friday except July and August  \n\n\n\n= = = = =
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-1st-friday-swing-dance_10-3-25/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Swing
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Tri-City Folk Dancers
DESCRIPTION:Most Fridays 7:30-10:00Occasional “Daylight Dances” on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.  Check calendar or FB. \nNew Location beginning July 5:  Scotia United Methodist Church\, 201 N Ten Broeck St\, Scotia\, NY 12302 \nInternational Folk Dancing includes the traditional dances of many countries and cultures done to authentic music in a variety of formations (long and short lines\, circles\, broken circles\, and a few duos\, trios\, and individual). Our group is particularly fond of dances from the Balkan countries (Bulgaria\, Macedonia\, Albania\, Croatia and Serbia)\, Romania\, Greece\, Turkey\, Armenia\, Israel\, Brittany\, French Canada and other countries. We mostly dance to recorded music but have live music events a few times a year. \nWe welcome all ages and genders\, and no partner is necessary\, as most dances do not involve couples. We welcome beginners and children who are interested in dancing. We encourage those to come early in the evening when instruction is emphasized and tailored to newer dancers. Typically\, the level of difficulty increases as the evening progresses\, and we move on to dances requested by the group. \nComfortable clothing and clean\, soft-soled shoes are recommended. \nParking is free\, and we enter the building from the door nearest the parking lot. We ask a donation of $8\, as you are able. \nQuestions? Want to be added to (or deleted from) our email list?  Contact Barb or Bob at (518) 452-1154\, or email Barb at macleanbarb@aol.com.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/tri-city-folk-dancers-4/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Scotia Methodist Church\, 201 North Ten Broeck\, Scotia\, 12302\, New York\, United States
CATEGORIES:International Folk
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SUMMARY:DFO/Flurry/Members' Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 14\, 20251-5 pmPeebles Island State Park\, Cohoes NY\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe hope DFO members will join the DanceFlurry Organization board\, Flurry Festival planning committee\, event organizers\, volunteers\, and their families/friends and spend the afternoon at this beautiful riverside location connecting with friends from across our community. Bring your instruments\, games\, frisbees\, etc\, and plan for a relaxed afternoon catching up with the DFO & Flurry community!GRILLING OPTIONS & POTLUCK    We’ll be grilling\, along with a potluck\, and request your RSVP and grill preferences by September 7 for planning. After your RSVP is recorded\, please click “View Invitation” to return to this page\, where you will be able to scroll down and select your choice of DFO-provided grill options\, as well as sign up to help with grilling or bring a potluck item. To provide more detail about food\, add a note to your RSVP. Your RSVP will also help us notify you in event of weather-related changes. No alcohol is allowed in the park. Park entry is free\, the pavilion is covered\, and there are walking trails nearby and a lawn.  WEATHER: In case of severe weather\, information on the backup location will be emailed to those who have RSVP’d. Updates will also be posted at facebook.com/danceflurry For up-to-date information contact Shira at 518-268-3780 or Lorraine at 518-926-0538\, or emailadmin@flurryfestival.org LOCATION & PARKING: Peebles Island State Park is at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers\, and offers terrific views of rivers and rapids. Parking is on the west side of the road; cross the road to find the pavilion by the water. Find a detailed map and trails at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/parks/PeeblesIslandTrailMap.pdf.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/dfo-flurry-members-picnic/
LOCATION:New York
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SUMMARY:North Berkshire Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:* At the Williamstown location * \n\n\n\nJeff Walker will call\, music by Kathy and Jeff Walker. Gents and ladies role terms. \n\n\n\nAdmission is pay-as-you-can:  $5 – $15\, or barter equivalent\, suggested.  \n\n\n\nAs a community dance in a small college town\, we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds into the ever-changing tradition of New England contra dance.  Contra dancing is the contemporary face of a living tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed. Some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed; all are good fun and a pleasurable occasion for meeting and interacting with people both new and familiar. \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 for an introductory lesson. Come with or without a partner; most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. \n\n\n\nCovid Policy: Masks are optional\, and we are no longer checking vaccination status.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\,  Visit www.northberkshiredance.org or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/. \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DANCES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe send a quick email reminder once a month before each dance. If you would like to be included\, you can subscribe here. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.northberkshiredance.org\, see the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/\,  or contact doonemackay@gmail.com. 
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/north-berkshire-community-dance-2/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, Williamstown MA\, 906 Main Street\, Williamstown\, Massachusetts\, 01267\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community & Family Dances,Contra
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Albany Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:Melanie Axel-Lute calling for Here on the Hill: Tory Horner (fiddle)\, Annie McDougall (fiddle)\, Rose Powell (guitar) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere on the Hill is a dynamic contra trio from Boston featuring Tory Horner\, Annie McDougall\, and Rosemary Powell. With Tory and Annie’s soaring fiddles and Rose’s driving guitar\, the trio brings a mix of classic New England contra tunes\, modern gems\, and original tunes to dance floors across the Northeast. Since meeting in the fall of 2024\, they have been playing as many dances as they can\, and they are excited to be embarking on their first big tour in November. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlbany Contradances are held every second and some fifth Fridays of the month\, September through June\, in the large ballroom of the Albany Elks Lodge\, located at 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY. \n\n\n\nDancing starts at 8pm\, with a beginner lesson at 7:45pm. Now is a great time to be a beginner! Please share this event with anybody who may be interested\, regardless of experience level! \n\n\n\nContra dancing has its roots in English country dancing\, and may feel familiar to square dancing.  Albany Contra uses the gender-free calling terms Larks and Robins. \n\n\n\nAs we’re living in a world with Covid-19:– Masks are optional– We request that if you have symptoms or have recently been exposed to Covid\, please stay home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the DFO\, we would like to remind all attendees that consent is vital to a safe and inclusive dance experience. Be polite when asking for dances\, gracious if rejected\, and always ask before trying to dip\, lift\, or twirl your partner. If someone at the dance causes you to feel uncomfortable\, please speak with an organizer or Dance Ambassador\, who will be wearing a button. More information can be found at https://www.danceflurry.org/about-us/culture-of-consent/ \n\n\n\nIn our ever-continuing work to welcome more people to the dance floor\, we are implementing a sliding pay scale. Please plan to pay what you comfortably can\, from $8 for those that need extra communal support to $25 for those who are able to give our newly reborn dance a financial boost. \n\n\n\nContact us with any questions or to volunteer at albanycontras@danceflurry.org \n\n\n\nEvents this season  \n\n\n\nSeptember 12th: Melanie Axel-Lute calling for Here on the Hill: Tory Horner (fiddle)\, Annie McDougall (fiddle)\, Rose Powell (guitar) \n\n\n\nOctober 10th: Isaac Banner calling for the Star Charters: Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle)\, Jess Newman (fiddle)\, Mark Price (guitar).  NOTE:  No 5th Friday dance on Halloween \n\n\n\nNovember 14-15 – Albany ContraFest  [performers TBA but will include the Gaslight Tinkers] \n\n\n\nDecember 12: Mo Brachfeld and Rinde Glick calling for TBA \n\n\n\nJanuary 9\, 2026: TBA calling for Kingfisher: Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle)\, Jeff Kaufman (piano\, mandolin\, drums\, synths) \n\n\n\nJanuary 30\, 2026: TBA calling for TBA [*unofficiallythere are tentative plans for Stove Dragon: Oliver Scanlon (fiddle\, mandolin\, feet\, vocals)\, Rose Jackson (fiddle\, vocals)\, Sam Zakon-Anderson (piano)\, Max Newman (guitar)] \n\n\n\nFebruary 2026: No dance — see you at the Flurry! \n\n\n\nMarch 13\, 2026: TBA calling for TBA led by Oliver Scanlon \n\n\n\nApril 10\, 2026: Qwill Duvall calling for TBA \n\n\n\nMay 8\, 2026: TBA calling for TBA \n\n\n\nMay 29\, 2026: TBA calling for TBAJune 12\, 2026 TBA calling for TBA
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-contra-dance_9-12-25/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:Tri-City Folk Dancers
DESCRIPTION:Most Fridays 7:30-10:00Occasional “Daylight Dances” on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.  Check calendar or FB. \nNew Location beginning July 5:  Scotia United Methodist Church\, 201 N Ten Broeck St\, Scotia\, NY 12302 \nInternational Folk Dancing includes the traditional dances of many countries and cultures done to authentic music in a variety of formations (long and short lines\, circles\, broken circles\, and a few duos\, trios\, and individual). Our group is particularly fond of dances from the Balkan countries (Bulgaria\, Macedonia\, Albania\, Croatia and Serbia)\, Romania\, Greece\, Turkey\, Armenia\, Israel\, Brittany\, French Canada and other countries. We mostly dance to recorded music but have live music events a few times a year. \nWe welcome all ages and genders\, and no partner is necessary\, as most dances do not involve couples. We welcome beginners and children who are interested in dancing. We encourage those to come early in the evening when instruction is emphasized and tailored to newer dancers. Typically\, the level of difficulty increases as the evening progresses\, and we move on to dances requested by the group. \nComfortable clothing and clean\, soft-soled shoes are recommended. \nParking is free\, and we enter the building from the door nearest the parking lot. We ask a donation of $8\, as you are able. \nQuestions? Want to be added to (or deleted from) our email list?  Contact Barb or Bob at (518) 452-1154\, or email Barb at macleanbarb@aol.com.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/tri-city-folk-dancers-4/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Scotia Methodist Church\, 201 North Ten Broeck\, Scotia\, 12302\, New York\, United States
CATEGORIES:International Folk
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Workshop in English Country Dancing -- FREE
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will introduce the basic steps and forms of English Country Dancing. No partner is needed! This type of dancing is often depicted in Jane Austen movies and other early 19th century. The workshop is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers and will be taught by Don Bell. (The session will use recorded music.) \n\n\n\nThe location is at the St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 146 1st Street\, Troy\, New York\, 12180. Admission is free\, although donations are welcome. \n\n\n\nWe have a beautiful wood dance floor. Please wear clean\, flat\, soft-soled dance shoes. \n\n\n\nSt. John’s ECD Workshop\n\n\n\nOur COVID PolicyPlease stay home if you feel sick or have symptoms of CoVid or flu. CECD will notify all attendees if someone reports a Covid diagnosis within a week after a dance.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/beginners-workshop-in-english-country-dancing-9-7-25/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 146 1st Street\, Troy\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:English Country Dances
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance
DESCRIPTION:Annie and the Fur Trappers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnd a performance by Sarrah’s Swinging Pandas + Shim Sham\, Bus Stop & Snowball\n\n\n\nYoung\, inventive and competition winner Sarrah Aliewie will instruct the 7pm lesson in East Coast Swing and DJ. Get a new slant on your dance moves.  Sarrah’s performance group\, The Swinging Pandas will do a demo at the break to Let’s Twist Again. We’ll also do a Snowball\, a SHIM SHAM and a Bus Stop at the break. \n\n\n\nDress up to celebrate the end of Summer: Nice light slacks or dress shorts\, summer dresses\, etc. Don’t miss. \n\n\n\n* 7-8pm – Swing Dance Lesson. No partner needed.  Beginners welcome!! \n\n\n\n* 8-10:30 pm – Dance \n\n\n\nCost: $20 General\, $15 Student\, 65+ Senior\, DFO Member \n\n\n\n\nAlbany Elks\, 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY 12208 (1 block south of Rt. 20 Madison/Western) \n\n\n\nSpacious\, attractive A/C hall (plus new large fans) with large wooden dance floor. \n\n\n\nCovid/Flu: Stay home if you feel sick\, or were in close contact with someone who is contagious. Thank you for taking precautions to keep our wonderful dance community safe. Proof of vaccine is no longer required.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers needed!  Please contact us if you’d be interested in being on the Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance committee and helping with the dance\, especially with take down.Ambassador Program:  The DFO has established this program to welcome all people\, especially beginners\, to our dances. For more information\, please ask at the front desk. All of you\, men AND women\, can help by asking everyone to dance\, especially newcomers and those sitting down. <<<<< \n\n\n\nEvery 1st Friday except July and August  \n\n\n\n= = = = =
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-1st-friday-swing-dance_9-5-25/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Swing
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T130000
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T153000
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-08-16/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T220000
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SUMMARY:North Berkshire Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:* At the summer location in North Adams * \n\n\n\nCaller TBA – Music by mixer bands facilitated by Eric Buddington. \n\n\n\nThe dance will run in the Community Hall of the All Saints Episcopal Church\, 59 Summer St.\, North Adams. Admission is pay-as-you-can:  $5 – $15\, or barter equivalent\, suggested.  \n\n\n\nAs a community dance in a small college town\, we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds into the ever-changing tradition of New England contra dance.  Contra dancing is the contemporary face of a living tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed. Some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed; all are good fun and a pleasurable occasion for meeting and interacting with people both new and familiar. \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 for an introductory lesson. Come with or without a partner; most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. \n\n\n\nCovid Policy: Masks are optional\, and we are no longer checking vaccination status.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\,  Visit www.northberkshiredance.org or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/. \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DANCES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe send a quick email reminder once a month before each dance. If you would like to be included\, you can subscribe here. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.northberkshiredance.org\, see the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/\,  or contact doonemackay@gmail.com. 
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/north-berkshire-community-dance_8-9-25/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Community & Family Dances,Contra
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T180451
CREATED:20250612T195223Z
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SUMMARY:Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sing four-part harmony with others and make a sound unlike anything else on earth..without auditions\, rehearsals\, or a commitment.  Just singing for joy!  All are welcome! We sing out of the Sacred Harp\, 1991 Edition. Loaner books are available. \n\n\n\nMost Saturdays*   1:00 to 3:30 pm \n\n\n\n“Haunting ancient harmonies…Gregorian chant meets bluegrass” —NY Times“the heavy metal music of the 19th century”   —J. Hauff \n\n\n\n\nWe are an informal\, friendly group of people from the greater Albany\, N.Y.\, area who sing Sacred Harp music together. Sacred Harp is traditional\, a cappella\, community harmony singing. All our events are free of charge and open to newcomers\, all ages\, all voices\, and all levels of musical (in)experience. Loaner books and explanations are available at the singings. Please explore our website (or contact us) and find out more about us and the music. \n\n\n\nYes! We will have everything you need… * a warm welcome * a tunebook to borrow * a cup of tea * explanations/instruction as you may require. \n\n\n\n\n* Please note that there may be changes to the schedule for particular weeks. Please check the Facebook page or the website albanysacredharp.org for the most up-to-date information. \n\n\n\nWe sing in the Great Hall of St. George’s Episcopal Church in the Schenectady Stockade. The church’s address is 30 N Ferry St 12305\, but direct your GPS to 214 Green St for the parking lot. There is a door leading directly from the parking lot to the Great Hall\, on your right just before you go down the stairs to the church. (No stairs involved: wheelchair accessible!) \n\n\n\nParking lot off Green St. (GPS “214 Green St 12305”) – a door opens directly from the lot to the hall. Check online or FB for other special dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Protocols: We sing together each Saturday\, in person and indoors\, mask optional. Please do not attend in the case of possible symptoms or exposure to COVID or other illness. Sacred Harp Singing is an Affiliate Event of the DanceFlurry Organization\, and its Covid safety policies are determined by the event organizers and the venue\, not the DFO. Please note that some special events have individual COVID protocols.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-sacred-harp-shape-note-singing-8/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:St. George’s Episcopal Church\, 30 N. Ferry St.\, Schenectady\, NY\, 12305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T180451
CREATED:20250127T210921Z
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SUMMARY:Buhrmaster Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:Bob Isaacs calling with music by Spare Parts\n\n\n\nContras and Squares danced in the Barn on the grounds of the c. 1830 Pruyn House and garden. Enjoy Sundays this summer even more! \n\n\n\nAll Dances Taught   Friendly People   Everyone WelcomeNo Partner Needed\, Come Alone or with a Friend or Three \n\n\n\nGATHER FOR POTLUCK DINNER at 5 pm  |   DANCING at 6 – 9 pm \n\n\n\n$20 General Public    $17 DFO Members & Seniors   $6 Students \n\n\n\nCOVID Considerations: Masking is optional and vaccination is strongly encouraged and appreciated. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload the 2025 flyer. \n\n\n\nLast date for 2025 season:  August 10 – Katy Heine calling with DFO Megaband\, directed by George Wilson \n\n\n\nDirections from Exit 5 of Northway (I-87):Northbound: Go right onto Rt. 155. Turn left onto Old Niskayuna Road (just before overpass).Southbound: Go left onto Rt. 155\, go under overpass\, turn right onto Old Niskayuna Road.The Buhrmaster Barn is 1⁄2 mile on left\, behind the Pruyn House at 207Old Niskayuna Road\, Colonie\, New York.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/buhrmaster-barn-dance-7-20-25/
LOCATION:Pruyn House\, Buhrmaster Barn\, 207 Old Niskayuna Rd.\, Loudonville\, NY\, 12110
CATEGORIES:Contra
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T180451
CREATED:20250701T213055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T220232Z
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SUMMARY:North Berkshire Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:* At the summer location in North Adams * \n\n\n\nLiz Nelson will call. Music by mixer bands facilitated by Eric Buddington and Seamus Connor.  \n\n\n\nCalling workshop in afternoon (3-5 pm) preceding dance (7:30PM). Larks and robins role terms. \n\n\n\nThe dance will run in the Community Hall of the All Saints Episcopal Church\, 59 Summer St.\, North Adams. Admission is pay-as-you-can:  $5 – $15\, or barter equivalent\, suggested.  \n\n\n\nAs a community dance in a small college town\, we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds into the ever-changing tradition of New England contra dance.  Contra dancing is the contemporary face of a living tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed. Some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed; all are good fun and a pleasurable occasion for meeting and interacting with people both new and familiar. \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 for an introductory lesson. Come with or without a partner; most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. \n\n\n\nCovid Policy: Masks are optional\, and we are no longer checking vaccination status.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\,  Visit www.northberkshiredance.org or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/. \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DANCES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe send a quick email reminder once a month before each dance. If you would like to be included\, you can subscribe here. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.northberkshiredance.org\, see the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/\,  or contact doonemackay@gmail.com. 
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/north-berkshire-community-dance_7-12-25/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:Buhrmaster Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:Fern Bradley calling with Gigue-A-Bit \n\n\n\nContras and Squares danced in the Barn on the grounds of the c. 1830 Pruyn House and garden. Enjoy Sundays this summer even more! \n\n\n\nAll Dances Taught. Friendly People. Everyone Welcome. No Partner Needed\, Come Alone or with a Friend or Three \n\n\n\nCOVID Considerations:  \n\n\n\n\nMasking is optional and vaccination is strongly encouraged and appreciated.\n\n\n\n\nGATHER FOR POTLUCK DINNER at 5 pmDANCING at 6 – 9 pm \n\n\n\n$20 General Public     $17 DFO Members & Seniors     $6 Students \n\n\n\nDownload the flyer and share with others!! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRemaining dates for 2025 season: \n\n\n\n\nJuly 20       Bob Isaacs\, caller\, music by Spare Parts\n\n\n\nAugust 10 – Katy Heine calling with DFO Megaband\n\n\n\n\nDirections from Exit 5 of Northway (I-87):Northbound: Go right onto Rt. 155. Turn left onto Old Niskayuna Road (just before overpass).Southbound: Go left onto Rt. 155\, go under overpass\, turn right onto Old Niskayuna Road.The Buhrmaster Barn is 1⁄2 mile on left\, behind the Pruyn House at 207Old Niskayuna Road\, Colonie\, New York. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBurhmaster Flyer 2025 singleDownload
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/buhrmaster-barn-dance-7-6/
LOCATION:Pruyn House\, Buhrmaster Barn\, 207 Old Niskayuna Rd.\, Loudonville\, NY\, 12110
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:Buhrmaster Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:Special Double header season opener!Caller Melanie Axel-Lute with Alan Thomson and others \n\n\n\n3-5 pm: English Country Dance sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers.  Separate admission of $15 (no discounts) Potluck dinner at the break – 5 pmContra dance is from 6-9 pm\, with a separate admission \n\n\n\nDance in the Barn on the grounds of the c. 1830 Pruyn House and garden. Enjoy Sundays this summer even more! All Dances Taught – Friendly People – Everyone Welcome – No Partner Needed\, Come Alone or with a Friend or Three \n\n\n\nAdmission:  English dance – $15 Contra Dance: $20 General Public; $17 DFO Members & Seniors; $6 Students \n\n\n\nCOVID Considerations: Masking is optional\, and vaccination is strongly encouraged and appreciated. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload the 2025 flyer.  Other dates for 2025 season: \n\n\n\n\nJuly 6 – Fern Bradly calling with music by Gigue-A-Bit\n\n\n\nJuly 20 – Bob Isaacs will be calling with music by Spare Parts. \n\n\n\nAugust 10 – Katy Heine calling with DFO Megaband\n\n\n\n\nDirections from Exit 5 of Northway (I-87):Northbound: Go right onto Rt. 155. Turn left onto Old Niskayuna Road (just before overpass).Southbound: Go left onto Rt. 155\, go under overpass\, turn right onto Old Niskayuna Road.The Buhrmaster Barn is 1⁄2 mile on left\, behind the Pruyn House at 207Old Niskayuna Road\, Colonie\, New York.
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/buhrmaster-barn-dance-6-22-25/
LOCATION:Pruyn House\, Buhrmaster Barn\, 207 Old Niskayuna Rd.\, Loudonville\, NY\, 12110
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:North Berkshire Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Special SUNDAY afternoon dance! \n\n\n\nCome join the Open Band \n\n\n\n* At the summer location in North Adams * \n\n\n\nHannah Johlas will call all dances\, starting the evening with easy dances friendly to newcomers and families with children. Hannah will teach new moves and skills as needed\, so that beginners can dance with everyone right from the start.   \n\n\n\nMusic will be provided by an open band\, led by Van Kaynor on fiddle and Becky Hollingsworth on keyboard.  “Open band” means that anyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to join.  A list of likely tunes is available at https://northberkshiredance.org/tune-list/ \n\n\n\nThe dance will run 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the All Saints Episcopal Church\, 59 Summer St.\, North Adams. Admission is pay-as-you-can:  $5 – $15\, or barter equivalent\, suggested.  \n\n\n\nAs a community dance in a small college town\, we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds into the ever-changing tradition of New England contra dance.  Contra dancing is the contemporary face of a living tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed. Some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed; all are good fun and a pleasurable occasion for meeting and interacting with people both new and familiar. \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 for an introductory lesson. Come with or without a partner; most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. \n\n\n\nCovid Policy: Masks are optional\, and we are no longer checking vaccination status.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\,  Visit www.northberkshiredance.org or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/. \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DANCES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe send a quick email reminder once a month before each dance. If you would like to be included\, you can subscribe here. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.northberkshiredance.org\, see the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/\,  or contact doonemackay@gmail.com. 
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/north-berkshire-community-dance_6-14-25/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, Williamstown MA\, 906 Main Street\, Williamstown\, Massachusetts\, 01267\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T230000
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CREATED:20250318T000033Z
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SUMMARY:Albany Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Capital District Megaband led by George Wilson with caller Julian Blechner \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlbany Contradances are held every second and some fifth Fridays of the month\, September through June\, in the large ballroom of the Albany Elks Lodge\, located at 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY. \n\n\n\nDancing starts at 8pm\, with a beginner lesson at 7:45pm. Now is a great time to be a beginner! Please share this event with anybody who may be interested\, regardless of experience level! \n\n\n\nContra dancing has its roots in English country dancing\, and may feel familiar to square dancing.  Albany Contra uses the gender-free calling terms Larks and Robins. \n\n\n\nAs we’re living in a world with Covid-19: \n\n\n\n\nMasks are optional\n\n\n\nWe request that if you have symptoms or have recently been exposed to Covid\, please stay home.\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the DFO\, we would like to remind all attendees that consent is vital to a safe and inclusive dance experience. Be polite when asking for dances\, gracious if rejected\, and always ask before trying to dip\, lift\, or twirl your partner. If someone at the dance causes you to feel uncomfortable\, please speak with an organizer or Dance Ambassador\, who will be wearing a button. More information can be found at https://www.danceflurry.org/about-us/culture-of-consent/ \n\n\n\nIn our ever-continuing work to welcome more people to the dance floor\, we are implementing a sliding pay scale. Please plan to pay what you comfortably can\, from $8 for those that need extra communal support to $25 for those who are able to give our newly reborn dance a financial boost. \n\n\n\nContact us with any questions or to volunteer at albanycontras@danceflurry.org \n\n\n\nEvents this season (download the flyer here):
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-contra-dance_6-13-2025/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance
DESCRIPTION:Mark Gamsjager & the Lustre Kings \n\n\n\nLast swing dance for the season!!  See below for fall dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* 7-8pm – Swing Dance Lesson by expert Marissa Thorburn. No partner needed. \n\n\n\n* 8-10:30 pm – Dance! “The Lustre Kings will introduce you to doo-wop and wild rock’n’roll\, and then bring you back to rockabilly.” Their music is a travelogue of great American rock and roll\, with tunes from legends like Gene Vincent and Ronnie Self\, as well as from Commander Cody’s Billy C. Farlow and the Los Straitjackets’ guitar strangler\, Eddie Angel. “While most bands seem to be content with just recreating the sound of classic records from years ago\, the Lustre Kings have captured the spirit of that era\, tapping into what made those records and artists so great in the first place.”  Check out: http://www.lustrekings.com/ \n\n\n\nJoin us for the Shim Sham\, Snowball and Bus Stop Dances at the break. Led by Marissa Thorburn. Electric Slide too?? \n\n\n\nCost: $20 General\, $15 Student\, 65+ Senior\, DFO Member \n\n\n\nAlbany Elks\, 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY 12208 (1 block south of Rt. 20 Madison/Western) \n\n\n\nBeginners: Take the 7pm East Coast Swing lesson and you’ll be dancing with nice people within the hour! No partner needed. \n\n\n\nSpacious\, attractive A/C hall (plus new large fans) with large wooden dance floor. \n\n\n\nSponsored by the Dance Flurry Organization (DFO): www.danceflurry.org \n\n\n\nProof of vaccine is no longer required. Stay home if you feel sick\, or were in close contact with someone who tested positive. Masks are not required\, but are welcome. \n\n\n\n\nAmbassador Program: The DFO has established this program to welcome all people\, especially beginners\, to our dances. For more information\, please ask at the front desk. \n\n\n\nTaking a break in July and August.  Back in the fall with: \n\n\n\nSept 5    Annie & the Fur Trappers \n\n\n\nOct 3     Miss Paula & the Twangbusters \n\n\n\nNov 7    Eight to the Bar \n\n\n\nDec 5    Band tba. Then on to 2026! \n\n\n\n= = = = =
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-1st-friday-swing-dance-06-06-2025/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Swing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T230000
DTSTAMP:20260502T180451
CREATED:20240911T173516Z
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SUMMARY:Albany Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:A Fifth Friday Contra Dance!! Cojiro (Jess Newman\, Mark Price\, Ben Graubart) with caller Liz Nelson \n\n\n\n[Note: DanceFlurry Organization Annual Membership Meeting during the break\, approximately 9:30 pm] \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlbany Contradances are held every second and some fifth Fridays of the month\, September through June\, in the large ballroom of the Albany Elks Lodge\, located at 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY. \n\n\n\nDancing starts at 8pm\, with a beginner lesson at 7:45pm. Now is a great time to be a beginner! Please share this event with anybody who may be interested\, regardless of experience level! \n\n\n\nContra dancing has its roots in English country dancing\, and may feel familiar to square dancing.  Albany Contra uses the gender-free calling terms Larks and Robins. \n\n\n\nAs we’re living in a world with Covid-19: \n\n\n\n\nMasks are optional\n\n\n\nWe request that if you have symptoms or have recently been exposed to Covid\, please stay home.\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the DFO\, we would like to remind all attendees that consent is vital to a safe and inclusive dance experience. Be polite when asking for dances\, gracious if rejected\, and always ask before trying to dip\, lift\, or twirl your partner. If someone at the dance causes you to feel uncomfortable\, please speak with an organizer or Dance Ambassador\, who will be wearing a button. More information can be found at https://www.danceflurry.org/about-us/culture-of-consent/ \n\n\n\nIn our ever-continuing work to welcome more people to the dance floor\, we are implementing a sliding pay scale. Please plan to pay what you comfortably can\, from $8 for those that need extra communal support to $25 for those who are able to give our newly reborn dance a financial boost. \n\n\n\nContact us with any questions or to volunteer at albanycontras@danceflurry.org \n\n\n\nEvents this season (download the flyer here):
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-contra-dance-05-30-2025/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T193000
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SUMMARY:North Berkshire Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Music by Joy Factor with calling by Peter Stix \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorth Berkshire Dances are held on the second Saturdays of the month from 7:30 to 10 PM in the community hall of the First Congregational Church\, 906 Main Street\, Williamstown\, MA. Dances include contras and squares all done to great live music.  The sessions are open to beginners\, families\, and life-long dancers!   All dances are taught and no partner is required. Come alone or bring a friend or two. \n\n\n\nAs a community dance in a small college town\, we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds into the ever-changing tradition of New England contra dance.  Contra dancing is the contemporary face of a living tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed. Some of the dances are hundreds of years old\, some are recently composed; all are good fun and a pleasurable occasion for meeting and interacting with people both new and familiar. \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive at 7:30 for an introductory lesson. Come with or without a partner; most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. \n\n\n\nThe dances run 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on the second Saturday (most months) in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church\, 906 Main St.\, Williamstown. Admission is pay-as-you-can\, $12 – $20 suggested\, and barter (especially help with cleanup) is also welcome.  \n\n\n\nCovid Policy: Masks are optional\, and we are no longer checking vaccination status.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\,  Visit www.northberkshiredance.org or the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/. \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DANCES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe send a quick email reminder once a month before each dance. If you would like to be included\, you can subscribe here. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit www.northberkshiredance.org\, see the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/northberkshiredance/\,  or contact doonemackay@gmail.com. 
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/north-berkshire-community-dance_5-10-25/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, Williamstown MA\, 906 Main Street\, Williamstown\, Massachusetts\, 01267\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T230000
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SUMMARY:Albany Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:Joy Factor (Gianna Ericson\, Rebecca Weiss\, Henry Yoshimura) with caller Quena Crain  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlbany Contradances are held every second and some fifth Fridays of the month\, September through June\, in the large ballroom of the Albany Elks Lodge\, located at 25 S Allen St\, Albany\, NY. \n\n\n\nDancing starts at 8pm\, with a beginner lesson at 7:45pm. Now is a great time to be a beginner! Please share this event with anybody who may be interested\, regardless of experience level! \n\n\n\nContra dancing has its roots in English country dancing\, and may feel familiar to square dancing.  Albany Contra uses the gender-free calling terms Larks and Robins. \n\n\n\nAs we’re living in a world with Covid-19: \n\n\n\n\nMasks are optional\n\n\n\nWe request that if you have symptoms or have recently been exposed to Covid\, please stay home.\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the DFO\, we would like to remind all attendees that consent is vital to a safe and inclusive dance experience. Be polite when asking for dances\, gracious if rejected\, and always ask before trying to dip\, lift\, or twirl your partner. If someone at the dance causes you to feel uncomfortable\, please speak with an organizer or Dance Ambassador\, who will be wearing a button. More information can be found at https://www.danceflurry.org/about-us/culture-of-consent/ \n\n\n\nIn our ever-continuing work to welcome more people to the dance floor\, we are implementing a sliding pay scale. Please plan to pay what you comfortably can\, from $8 for those that need extra communal support to $25 for those who are able to give our newly reborn dance a financial boost. \n\n\n\nContact us with any questions or to volunteer at albanycontras@danceflurry.org \n\n\n\nEvents this season (download the flyer here):
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/albany-contra-dance-05-09-2025/
LOCATION:Albany Elks Lodge\, 25 South Allen Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contra
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SUMMARY:Capital English Country Dancers
DESCRIPTION:Ice Cream Sunday – Dereck Kalish Robin Russell\, Marnen Laibow-Koser \n\n\n\nDoors open at 1:30. Beginner workshop is at 1:40. Dance from 2:00 – 5:00 PM. \n\n\n\nSpecial admission for Ice Cream Sunday: $17\, $14 CECD Members (includes ice cream sundaes) \n\n\n\nSeason Ticket: $88 (includes Regular Dances + Ice Cream Sunday + Membership) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTE NEW LOCATION: St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 146 1st Street\, Troy\, New York\, 12180. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clean\, flat\, soft-soled dance shoes. \n\n\n\nDownload the season flyer here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the callers and musicians for the season here. \n\n\n\nOur COVID PolicyPlease stay home if you feel sick or have symptoms of Covid or flu.   CECD will notify all attendees if someone reports a Covid diagnosis within a week after a dance. \n\n\n\nSep 22  from 2 – 4 pm:  SPECIAL FREE BEGINNER WORKSHOP with Don Bell (recorded music)  \n\n\n\nOct 6  Val Medve with Cedar Waxwing (Aaron Marcus\, Sarah Babbitt Spaeth\, Jonathan Werk) \n\n\n\nNov 3  David Smukler with Eileen Kalfass\, Jane Knoeck\, Laurel Sharp  \n\n\n\nDec 1  Brad Foster with Peregrine Road (Karen Axelrod\, Rachel Bell) \n\n\n\nJan 5  Margaret Bary with Alan Thomson and Britany Orlebeke \n\n\n\nFeb 2 Michael Wood with Early Music Ensemble with Harpsichord (Larry Wallach\, Tricia vanOers\, Eric Buddington)  **Note: Period Dress encouraged**  \n\n\n\nMar 2 Elizabeth Freedman with Alan Thomson and Cedar Stanistreet  \n\n\n\nApr 6 Melanie Axel-Lute\, Don Bell with Heartsease \n\n\n\nMay 4 Ice Cream Sunday – Dereck Kalish\, Robin Russell\, Marnen Laibow-Koser
URL:https://www.danceflurry.org/event/capital-english-country-dancers-05-04-2025/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 146 1st Street\, Troy\, 12180\, United States
CATEGORIES:English Country Dances
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