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It's TIME to DANCE

Maryland and DC dance info

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Hi Fellow Country Dancers!

I've been dancing in the DC/Baltimore/So. MD area since late 1992. Until they changed format in 2002, I danced most of the time at Spurs in Waldorf. I taught 2 Step & West Coast Swing there the last couple of years. I also danced at Cherry Hill on Wednesdays, Blackie's, and a few other places occasionally. Now, I'm at Nick's more often than anywhere else and am teaching couples dances there with Lloyd Thompson. You can still find me at Cherry Hill most Wednesdays, as well as occasionally at other locations.

My newsletter began as a way for the former patrons of Spurs to stay together & know where to find each other. Over the last few years, the recipient list has grown to hundreds of people and continues to grow. My focus is country dancing, but I also put in some swing & hustle events, especially those that might also play a few 2 Steps. I owe some of those organizers for the lessons I learned from them as I came along as a dancer as well as the much of the information I use in the newsletter.

If you'd like me to add your name to my list, please send your name & email address to lbloyer@yahoo.com. Please include something about dance news in the subject line. Also, if you know of an event I should include, please let me know.

I hope you find this new way of presenting the information interesting & helpful.

Linda


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Dance Schedule 1-31-12 to 2-06-12

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Hi to All,

In order to avoid the spam filters the links are not really links in this newsletter. Hopefully it won't cause too much inconvenience. I still had problems last week, so now the email addresses are also altered.

Welcome to the new readers. The distribution list continues to grow. Thank you for all the information you send to me. Thank you also to the others from whose newsletters I freely borrow information about many of the events listed here.

For those of you interested in dance cruises or other dance vacations, some are listed near the end of this newsletter.

Does anyone have anything to report?

1. 'Country by the Bay' on Saturday, 1/14 was lots of fun! We always have a great time. Bring friends (or come alone and make new friends) & join us Saturday, February 11 for the next dance. The band will be 'Southern Winds'. Dancers, it's definitely worth the drive. The band will play from 8pm - midnight. Linda & Rich will be teaching a line dance at 7 (TBA) and a couples' dance at 7:30 (TBA). Come out & join the party! The $15 cover includes dance lessons, draft beer, soda, & snacks, as well as 4 hours of open dancing. The floor is HUGE (the biggest in the area) & hardwood, and easy on the feet and legs. I am taking ALL of the table reservations by email. Reservations need to be to me by noon on dance day. Due to the larger crowds we've had, reservations need to be claimed by 7:30PM. We're looking forward to seeing all of the dancing friends, as well as making some new friends. All 2012 dances are 2nd Saturdays.

2. Nick's in Alexandria is still THE place to learn to dance. There are lessons 3 nights a week: Couples' (still ONLY $5) on Tuesday & Friday, Line on Tuesday (free), Friday ($5) & Saturday ($5). There is also a 9PM class on Tuesdays for $5 for Salsa, Hustle, & Cha Cha. Come on out & learn some new dance moves! Check the listing below for the particulars. There is live country music every Friday & Saturday. Come early and have dinner. Nick's is smokin' the best Texas-style BBQ in town. Try the Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Smoked BBQ Ribs, or Redneck Taco. There is swing dancing on Wednesdays with lessons and, occasionally, a swing band (next band night is 2/15 with The Thrillbillies); UPCOMING SPECIAL PARTIES: Customer Appreciation Night on 1/31 with Marla Vickers Project - free line lessons & cover, food discounts; Mardi Gras Party 1/21 with Wesley Spangler & Whiskey River - Cajun & Creole food specials, lessons, dancing, karaoke; Check NICKSNIGHTCLUB (.com) for more info.

3. There are 2 Step lessons with Gary, starting this Thursday at Water's Edge.

4. There's a new Wednesday Country location in Charles Town, WV. The H-Lounge at the Hollywood Casino has been featurng Don Brake, DJ from WFRE. Once a month Jess Wright will host a concert with a singer or band from Nashville. There is a dance floor, so country dancers, head on out there & check it out. Parking is free in a well-lighted garage. No cover. Food and drinks are available for purchase. 21 & older only. For more info, check the WFRE website and scroll down to 'Free Country Fun' for the 'Winning Wednesdays' ink.

5. The next regular NVCWDA dance will be February 4. NVCWDA dances feature DJ music and, usually, two lessons: a line dance at 7:30 and a couples' lesson at 8:00. The atmosphere is friendly with no smoking and no alcohol. Snack food is provided (sometimes more than snacks). The dances are held on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Check NVCWDA (.org) for the info on the next dance, as well as other association information. NOTE: If schools cancel activities for weather, this dance is canceled.

6. Info on the And They Danced.......event on April 14 is now in 'Looking Ahead' at the bottom of this edition. Tickets are on sale now. This is a whole day of line dancing, with lots of lessons and open dancing, to benefit the American Cancer Society, hosted by Relay for Life and the Red Hat Dancers of MD.

7. Fredericksburg area residents (and others too) check out FBURGCOUNTRYDANCE (.com) for info on some weekly and special events. Matt Leonard's Wednesday dance lessons are looking for a new home. The Sunday (2nd & 4th weeks) in Stafford are still going. Fredericksburg dancers, support what you have in your neighborhood.

8. The S. MD dances at the Hotel Charles, in Hughesville, MD, on Fridays are continuing. This is not an every week event.

9. Dance lessons are offered through the Parks & Recreation agencies in several counties. Most are series that run for several weeks and require pre-registration. Check the Parks & Recreation information for your county online or in publications. A. Calvert Co.(MD) at Mt. Hope Com. Ctr. on Thursdays with Terrie Pirkey (line & couples). Check the website: (http://www.) co.cal.md. (us/residents/parks/arts/) for information and registration; B. Charles Co.(MD) at Somers and Wade Com. Ctrs. Check www.charlescountyparks (.com) for information and registration; C. Fairfax Co.(VA) at several locations with a few different instructors. Information and registration can be located at www.fairfaxcounty (.gov/parks/parktakes) D. One series in King George County, VA continues.

10. The Country Steppers Dance Team is always seeking more dancers to join the team. The team is the official show team for the Northern Virginia Country Western Dance Association (NVCWDA). For information, go to the association's web site at: www.nvcwda (.org) then click on dance team. The purpose of the team is to show the public what country western dancing is all about. So, if you've got some extra time & want to do more dancing, give them a try.

11. If you need directions to any of the places listed, check the listing of the event or check the web address or email in each item. If all that fails, let me know. I do have directions to some of the locations & know how to find some of the others.


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TUESDAY 1/31

NICKS..........Customer Appreciation with MARLA VICKERS PROJECT; DJ Ditch; Free cover; 7:45pm Free Line dance lessons with RENAE & SANDY (front room), 7:45pm $5 Couples' Lesson with LINDA & RICH (in the back room). January & February Couples' lessons are Pattern dances, plus. Schedule: 1/31 Wooden Nickel & Triple 2 Step. NO partner needed; 9pm lesson with DAVID & SOULA ($5 in back room) for Hustle, Cha & Salsa. Happy Hour 4-7PM; 642 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA;703-751-8900; NICKSNIGHTCLUB (.com)

CANCUN CANTINA.................Couples' Lessons & dancing with SANDY GARRISH; $6 cover after 7pm; 7:00pm Open Dance Music; Lessons 1/31 Sidekick, Schottische, & more,February - Waltz; 7:30pm Beginner Lesson; A few songs open dancing; 8:30pm Intermediate Lesson; 9:00pm Open Dancing; 7501 Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-761-6188; CANCUNCANTINA (.com) or contact Sandy at brandcntry@aol.com or 443-340-0988.

JUST COUNTRY at LAKE SHORE FIRE HALL..............FRED & RO LORD teach lessons and DJ open dancing; 6:30 to 9:30; Line and couples' mix: couples' dances are mostly patterns, but some 2 Step and Waltz are also done: Sponsored by Just Country Dance Club; $7 for non members and $6 for members. Membership is $15 per year and includes a Christmas Dance that is a pot luck and free for members; 4498 Mountain Road Pasadena, MD; Call Rick at (410) 553-6544 for information COUNTRYSIDEWITHFREDANDRO (.com) or FREDANDRO (.com). Inclement weather: If Anne Arundel Pub.Schools are closed, or close early, there is no dance.

FAST EDDIE'S (Centreville, VA)...................Lessons with DANIELLE from 7:30pm-9pm; Dancing with DJ JILL from 9-12:30; No cover; contact Danielle at linedance4you (@comcast.net) ; 14114 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA 20120 (703) 266-8888; FASTEDDIES (.com/default.asp)

TOMMY'S PLACE....................Line dance lessons $3; 703-368-6500; 8610 Mathis Avenue, Manassas, Virginia 20111

HAYFIELD ELEMENTARY...............EILEEN SCOTT teaches at 7:00. Classes are part of Fairfax Co. Park Authority (info in Parktakes magazine). You must PRE-REGISTER through the county. For information email escott5678 (@verizon.net). FAIRFAXCOUNTY (.gov/parks/parktakes)

BETHESDA WOMEN'S CLUB..............Frank G. & Tara; 7:30 to 8:15 Beg. WCS workshops with Tara Stotz & Int. West Coast Swing lesson with Frank; 8:15 to 9:00 Novice workshop with Tara Stotz and Advanced lesson with Frank; 9:00pm until 12:00 dancing; Soft drinks, water & snacks provided. Lessons and dance $15; One lesson & dance $12; Admission after 9 p.m. $8; 240-398-8429 or BoogieInBethesda (@aol.com); 5500 Sonoma Road.

THE COUNTRY BARN..........Join 'Big' Dave Whitehead for lessons 6:30pm-7:30pm & dancing until 10pm; 211 S. Donerville Rd, Lancaster, PA; countrybarnmkt (.com)

WINNER'S CIRCLE...........Dance lessons 7pm; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

COLVIN RUN COMM. CTR.................Lessons & dancing with ED COTRELL & GAIL CRUM; 7-8pm Beg lesson; 8-10:30pm open dancing to a variety of music including WCS, ECS, Hustle, Shag, Latin, Country-Western 2 Step, plus requests; $10 includes lesson, dancing, & refreshments; no partner or experience needed; for add'l info contact Ed Cottrell at edcottrell (@macp.org) or 703-435-5620, or Gail Crum at gailcrum3 (@aol.com) or 703-450-6539; 10201 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls, VA 22066 colvinrun (.org/directions)

THE GALA CENTER........................... Hand & Line Dance Tuesdays at The Gala Center, 1700 Hill Dr.(behind Best Buy on Security Blvd.), Baltimore, MD 21244; Hosted by Sean E. Merryman Productions; 6-10pm; $8 includes buffet; bottled water, juice, sodas for sale; 410-215-8893

SOMERS COMMUNITY CENTER............; 300 Willow Lane, La Plata, MD (at Somers Middle School); 301-932-6679; charlescountyparks (.com) for information and registration.

CHANCE 2 DANCE STUDIO...........Lessons with JUNE RENNER; 7pm-8pm; Interm WCS, reviewing basics & working on social patterns; Open Group night, but you need a partner. If you have no partner, contact June & she'll try to pair you with someone. For more information contact June "Sugar" Renner at chance2dance (@verizon.net); channce2dancestudio (.com); 410-374-6886, 618 Oakdale Drive Hampstead, MD 21074.


WEDNESDAY 2/1

MAHALO COVE.................Line dance lessons with DANIELLE from 8pm-9pm, with dance class review at 10pm; Free; www.mahalocove (.com) 46300 Mcclellan Way, Sterling, VA 20165; 703-421-3776 (Intersection of Cascades Pkwy. & Rte. 7)

TOMMY'S PLACE............Line dance lessons with Cheri at 7:30pm; 703-368-6500; 8610 Mathis Avenue, Manassas, Virginia 20111

H-LOUNGE (at Hollywood Casino)..............WFRE weekly country music with DJ Don Brake; once a month Jess Wright will host a singer/band from Nashville; WFRE (.com) under Winning Wednesdays.

FRYING PAN PARK..........Lessons with SCOTTY INMAN; Beginner Line Dance I at 7pm; Beginner Line Dance II at 8pm; Classes are part of Fairfax Co. Park Authority (info in Parktakes magazine). Participants MUST PRE-REGISTER through the county. FAIRFAXCOUNTY (.gov/parks/parktakes)

CHERRY HILL RV PARK CONFERENCE CENTER...............DEAN & DAWN GARRISH host lessons & dance; Doors open at 7:00pm; practice & review of the intermed. lesson from previous week at 7:15; Beg. at 7:30; Intermed. at 8; February lessons are tba; 8:30 to 11pm; Dance to a mix of swing, hustle, country; $12 includes lessons and snacks; $6 after 9:30. They do a video each month of the lessons taught that you can order for $10 for review/remembering. NOTE: If the gate is down at the entrance to the park, put in the code 05678 or buzz the office; 9800 Cherry Hill Rd., College Park, MD; deananddawn (.com)

CANCUN CANTINA............ DJ Joe; Music starts at 7, lessons at 7:30 with DOTTIE; mostly line dances, some couples pattern dances. 7501Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-761-6188; cancuncantina (.com)

LA FOUNTAINE BLEU...........with STEVE MOODY; For information email djstevemoody (@yahoo.com); Doors open at 5:00pm and close at 10:30pm. $18.00 includes the full open bar, dessert table, and salad bar; Dance is geared more toward intermediate dancers; beginner lesson at 6:30PM followed by two intermediate lessons: one couple's and one line. The Bleu welcomes both line and couples dancers and proper dance floor etiquette is practiced; minimum 21 years of age. theowlbar (.com/events.php); 7514 Ritchie Highway Glen Burnie, MD

AMERICAN TURNERS HALL..............Lessons & Dance with SANDY GARRISH; Couples and Line dance lessons; 6:30pm 2 Step lesson; 7:00pm-7:15pm Open Dancing; 7:15pm Review previous week's dance; 7:30pm Lesson; 8:00pm-10:00pm Open Dancing; $6 per person with cash bar; non-smoking; 9124 Lennings Lane Rosedale, MD 21237; For more information contact Sandy at brandcntry (@aol.com) or 443-340-0988.

CANCUN CANTINA WEST...........Country dancing 7:30-9pm; 901 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD; 301-797-4422, 1-888-797-4422; cancuncantinawest (.com)

ELKS LODGE #2354.............................Lessons with Shirley Dickson & dancing 7pm-10:00pm; $7 during the country dance time, includes soda, pretzels, chips (& beer until 9pm); Lessons start promptly at 7; There are 2 or 3 beginner lessons each night; 600 Harford Boat Club Rd, Abingdon MD 21009-1338; abingdonelks (.com) Inclement weather: Follow the Harford Co. Schools policy - no school or early close, no dance, Late opening schools - there IS a dance.

RENDEZVOUS.............Line Dance night with RAY; Beginner lesson at 6:00pm; Dance & additional lessons RAY & DJ SHAKEY 7-10pm; $15 for the night; 4-class cards are available; 11910 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852; dance911 (.com)

WINNER'S CIRCLE..........TBA.; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

NICK'S..............; Lessons & dancing with instructors from Gotta Swing; no cover, except $10 on band nights; Lessons 7-9pm; Next band night 2/15, The Thrillbillies ; 642 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA;703-751-8900; nicksnightclub (.com)

FENWICK INN..................Hand dancing with free lessons; Fenwick Island, DE


THURSDAY 2/2

DELMAR INN............Bill & Linda, formerly at Cancun Cantina West, teach lessons & dance from 7pm-10pm; $5; 16715 National Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301)733-6469. Contact info for Bill & Linda is l.henry (@myactv.net)

THE CORRAL at FAST EDDIE'S.............DJ MINIME; Lessons with CHERI; 14114 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA 20120 (703) 266-8888; fasteddies (.com/default.asp)

WATER'S EDGE........NEW........2 Step lessons with Gary Dragos; Country dancing with Bands and DJ; 13188 Marina Way, Woodbridge, VA 22192; 703-494-5000; watersedgeoccoquan (.com)

NICKS.............Open dancing with DJ; No cover; 642 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA; 703-751-8900; nicksnightclub (.com)

MT AIRY ACTIVITIES CENTER (near the fairgrounds)...........DEAN & DAWN GARRISH host a country/swing dance; Doors open 6:30pm for practice; 7:00pm Basic lesson; 7:30 Line/Specialty dance lesson; 8:00pm Couples lesson in tba; Open dancing from 8:30 to 10:30; No partners needed; Twin Arch Rd., Mt. Airy, MD and beginners are welcome. $10 incl. lessons, snacks, refreshments, dancing. Check deananddawn (.com) or call 301-947-4422 for more information and directions.

LOW PLACES COUNTRY NIGHT CLUB...............DJ music for dancing 7pm-midnight; Cover $5; dance lessons mixed in from 7-8:30pm; Big Dave is the Instructor and DJ; Inside the Quality Inn at 2550 Lincoln Highway East, Rte. 30, Lancaster, PA 17602 (acrosss from Dutch Wonderland). 717-393-5499 More info can be found on Facebook.

NOKESVILLE VFD (on Marstellar, in Nokesville, VA)................Dancing with GAIL SMITH; email rgsmith (@wildblue.net) for info

CANCUN CANTINA..............Lessons & dancing with ROZ & NAT MORGAN; 7:30 to 11pm; 7501 Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-761-6188; cancuncantina (.com)

CHANCE 2 DANCE Studio.............Hosted by JUNE 'SUGAR' RENNER;7:30-8pm Beginner Nightclub; 8-8:30pm Intermed WCS lesson; 8:30-10pm Open dancing; Drop in class; NO partner needed; dancing to country and swing music. The cost is $10.00 per person, which includes the lesson, dance, and sodas; For more information contact June "Sugar" Renner at chance2dance (@verizon.net); chance2dancestudio (.com); 410-374-6886, 618 Oakdale Drive Hampstead, MD 21074.
CEDAR HEIGHTS REC. CENTER...................Thursday night Line dancing 8 to 9pm; Drop in $7; 1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant, MD; lyndancnclub (@yahoo.com)

WINNER'S CIRCLE..........TBA.; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

RENDEZVOUS...................WCS night; Lessons with Roy; 7:30pm Beginner; 8:15-9:00pm Intermed/Advanced; Swing practice party from 9:00pm to Closing with a mix of swing & other music; $12 for the whole night or buy a class card and save money; light refreshments after class. 11910 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852; DANCE911 (.com)

BLOB'S PARK...............I've been told that there's a live swing band playing occasionally.....DAVID MALIK (Dancin' Dave) is teaching and hosting. There is a lesson from 7-8, with dancing afterward, food and drink available, $8 entry. 8024 Max Blobs Park Rd, Jessup, MD 20794; Located off BW Parkway (Rte. 295) at Rte. 175E exit. BLOBSPARK (.net)

MT. HOPE COMMUNITY CTR...............Lessons with TERRIE PIRKEY; 6pm - Adv. Beginner Line dances; 7pm - Beginner Line dances; 8-8:50 - Couples; $48pp/per class for 9-week session; CO.CAL.MD (.us/residents/parks/arts) for information and registration; 104 Pushaw Station Road, Sunderland, MD 20689 (410) 257-6770 or (410) 257-7761

WADE COMMUNITY CTR........................Line dance lessons; 2300 Smallwood Dr., Waldorf, MD (at Wade Elem. Sch.); 301-645-9291; Register in advance charlescountyparks (.com) for information and registration.

PARK PLACE................Line dance lessons (free) at 7:45pm taught by DEBRA ANN RUNK; Open dancing afterwards until midnight; Current and older dances are done; There is food available and there is a wooden floor; 5 South Washington St., Milford DE. 302 422-2112. PARKPLACE-DE (.com)


FRIDAY 2/3

NICKS...........HUNG JURY; cover $7 for guys(after 7pm), ladies $5 (after 9pm); Lessons at 7:45pm: Couples' 2 Step lesson in the back room with LINDA & RICH (pay $5 to the instructors in the back) We normally do Basic & Adv. Beg. Two Step; NO partner needed, most of our students come without a partner; Line lesson with RENAE & SANDY in main room (pay $5 to the doorman); 642 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA; 703-751-8900; nicksnightclub (.com)

HOTEL CHARLES..........Next Dance 2/3....Dancing with Solid Gold Entertainment DJ's DONNA & OHMER; $10; Free beginner & intermediate line lessons at 7:30 followed by open dancing from 8-11pm to music for line dance, couples', 2 step, swing, & hustle; 15110 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville, MD 20637; If you have any questions, email Donna Webb ddaintyduck (@aol.com)

IBEW...............Lesson & dancing with FRED & RO LORD from 6:30 to 11:30pm; Beginner lesson at 7pm; Regular lessons at 7:40; Open dancing immediately follows the lessons until 11:30. Soda, coffee, tea, chips and pretzels are provided. The admission is $11, $5 for children 8-12 years. This dance is open to the public. 898 Airport Park Rd Glen Burnie, MD (near BWI); Fred or Ro at (410) 437-8197. countrysidewithfredandro (.com) or fredandro (.com). Inclement weather: Fred & Ro will post info on their website.

SKYLINE BAR & GRILL (banquet room).........NEW........Sandy Garris teaches & DJ's; lesson 7:30pm; dancing until 11:30pm; $5pp; food & drink can be purchased from the bar; Rooftop of Fenwick Inn, 138th St., Ocean City, MD

CANCUN CANTINA.............AUDIO OUTLAWS; 7501 Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-761-6188; cancuncantina (.com)

LOW PLACES COUNTRY NIGHT CLUB..........LAREDO; Bands some Fridays; Country dancing 7pm-1am; $5 cover; Inside the Quality Inn at 2550 Lincoln Highway East, Rte. 30, Lancaster, PA 17602 (acrosss from Dutch Wonderland). 717-393-5499 More info can be found on Facebook.

THE COUNTRY BARN........... Lessons and dancing with Michael Diven 6:30PM-7:30PM, followed by dancing until 10. 211 S. Donerville Rd, Lancaster, PA; countrybarnmkt (.com)

GALILEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH............Beginner Line dance lessons from 7:00 to 8 with LYDIA VITALE; The lessons are given on a drop-in basis; Beginner level lessons are taught with some work on more difficult dances; Suggested donation $3; Email dancenl (@comcast.net) or call 703-430-2398; 45425 Winding Road, Sterling, VA 20165

PROMENADE DANCESPORT........ (2nd Fridays)........Dance with DEAN & DAWN GARRISH; $12 includes lessons & light refreshments & snacks; Doors open at 7pm for practice, warm-up; January dance..7:30 Beginner West Coast Swing lesson; 8:00 Intermediate West Coast Swing; 8:30 - 12 Open dancing with DJ Dean; dgarrish (@comcast.net); 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive, Suites L-P, Baltimore, Maryland 21244,Tel: 410-277-0234; mddancesport (.com) for directions

BLOB'S PARK.........(2nd Fridays)......2 Step Dance Party with ARTY HILL & the LONG GONE DADDY'S (sometimes OKLAHOMA TWISTERS); 8-midnight; $10 cover; Family friendly, kids get in free; 8024 Max Blobs Park Road, Jessup, MD; jcoffey (@microsoft.com) for more information

PSDC at AMERICAN LEGION POST 180................Friday Night Dance; hosted by DALE & ANITA STRAWSER and JIM & PEGGY KEISEL; Doors open at 8pm; lesson 8-9pm; Dance until 11:30pm to country/swing/hustle, salsa mix; Lesson & Dance: Members/Non Members: $15/$17. Dance Only: Members/Non Members $12/$14. Students $7; After 10:30 pm: $7; PSDC dues are $5 for the year. potomacswing (.com)

CHANCE 2 DANCE Studio................Ongoing Drop-In Group Class with JUNE 'SUGAR' RENNER; Partner needed to participate (contact June if you need a partner); You must know basic west coast swing to take this class; price depends on how many couples attend ($30 per couple if there are 4 or more couples); Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for practice & socializing; Intermediate West Coast Swing (patterns and the Flash MOB choreography) - at 6:45 to 7:45pm; For more information contact June "Sugar" Renner at chance2dance (@verizon.net); chance2dancestudio (.com); 410-374-6886, 618 Oakdale Drive Hampstead, MD 21074. The group often goes to a nearby restaurant for some dancing after the class.

WINNER'S CIRCLE...........TBA; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

CHERRY HILL RV PARK................West Coast Swing workshops & dance with Dance Jam Productions; DJ DAVE MOLDOVER; Progressive beginner class at 8pm with Kiona Leah; Dance 9pm to11:30pm; $12 cover (1/2 price for full time students with ID); dancejamproductions (.com/cherryhill)

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIV. ROTC Bldg....................Ballroom dancing & lessons with David & Anne Greene; Beginners and advanced are welcome; bring friends & party goodies; 410-599-3725; San Martin Dr., south of intersection of University Pkwy & 39th St, Baltimore, MD

RAINBOW ROAD.................;137 Barryville Pike (US Rt. 340), Rippon, WV....304-725-3540; MDPARTY (.com/venues/default.asp?c=173)

CUB RUN REC. CTR................Lessons with SCOTTY INMAN; Partner dances at 8pm; Classes are part of Fairfax Co. Park Authority (info in Parktakes magazine). Interested participants MUST PRE-REGISTER through the county. fairfaxcounty (.gov/parks/parktakes)

ADDY'S...............; 10820 Balls Ford Road, Manassas, Virginia 20109, (703) 361-8000; bestwesternbattlefieldinn (.com)


SATURDAY 2/4

LEE REC. CTR................Lessons with SCOTTY INMAN; Beginner Line Dance I at 4pm; Beginner Line Dance II at 5pm; Classes are part of Fairfax Co. Park Authority (info in Parktakes magazine). Interested participants MUST PRE-REGISTER through the county. fairfaxcounty (.gov/parks/parktakes)

Mini West Coast Swing intensive............hosted by Dean & Dawn Garrish, with Canadian WCS Champion Tessa Cunningham; 10am-1pm; $75; covers Elasticity & Momentum, Footwork & Bodywork, Lead & Follow; email Dawn to sign up DawnGarrish (@comcast.net)

REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............SLEEPLESS NIGHTS; This event is open to the public with a large dance floor. The event is BYOB (They sell NO alcohol), with snacks & set-ups available. The band starts at 8:00pm. 1326 James Madison Hwy, Remington, VA

COUNTRY by the BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206.....(2nd Saturdays).........Next dance 2/11...SOUTHERN WINDS; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check alpost206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Reservations for the must be emailed to me by than noon on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

NVCWDA........(1st & 3rd Saturdays).......Next dance 2/4.... DJ BJ Brown ; Line dance lesson with Irshad Ali ('Little Red Book') at 7:30pm; Couples' lesson with Marty & Karen Johnson (2 Step) at 8pm; Open dancing 8:30-11pm; Couples and singles are welcome. Members of NVCWDA/PSDC $10; non-members $12; Ages 16-20 with student ID, accompanied by adult $5; Usually at Luther Jackson M.S. at 3020 Gallows Rd., Falls Church, VA; nvcwda (.org/) and now on Facebook. 703-860-4941 (check this for weather-related info regarding dance)

NICK'S.............HUNG JURY; cover $7 for guys, ladies $5; Line dance lessons with MARCIA at 7:45pm for $5; 642 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA; 703-751-8900; nicksnightclub (.com)

THE CORRAL at FAST EDDIE'S.................SOUTHERN WINDS; Lessons with CHERI; completely non-smoking upstairs on Saturdays, karaoke & smoking downstairs; 14114 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA 20120 (703) 266-8888; fasteddies (.com/default.asp)

CANCUN CANTINA.................AUDIO OUTLAWS; 7501 Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-761-6188; cancuncantina (.com)

CANCUN CANTINA WEST..........; .Country dancing 7:30-9pm; 901 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD; 301-797-4422, 1-888-797-4422; cancuncantinawest (.com)

LOW PLACES COUNTRY NIGHT CLUB........Country dancing 7pm-2am; $5 cover; Inside the Quality Inn at 2550 Lincoln Highway East, Rte. 30, Lancaster, PA 17602 (acrosss from Dutch Wonderland). 717-393-5499 More info can be found on Facebook.

WINNER'S CIRCLE...........TBA; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

RAINBOW ROAD...............; 137 Barryville Pike (US Rt. 340), Rippon, WV....304-725-3540; MDPARTY (.com/venues/default.asp?c=1735)

ADDY'S...............TBA; 10820 Balls Ford Road, Manassas, Virginia 20109, (703) 361-8000; bestwesternbattlefieldinn (.com)

DANCE FACTORY.........(2nd Saturdays)........ Country/Swing dance with MAL & LINDA ZERDEN; Free beginner lesson 8:30-9pm. dance till midnight. $12 includes lesson, dance, munchies, & soft drinks; smoke & alcohol free; large wooden dance floor; Music mix: 2-step, waltz, west coast swing, cha, east coast swing, hustle, and nightclub; (703) 560-4724; zerden2 (@cox.net); 954 Monroe St. Arlington, VA

RENDEZVOUS......(2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Saturdays)......Hustle dance with JOYCE SZILI; 7:30pm-8:15pm Advanced Beginner Hustle Lesson; 8:15-9:30pm Int/Adv Hustle with Joyce & Judah, 9:30-11:30pm Hustle mixer with DJ Joyce; $15, includes snack bar & non-alcohol drinks. BYOB; 11910 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852; dance911 (.com)

DAVIDSONVILLE DANCE CLUB.......(1st, 3rd, & 5th Saturdays)......KEN ROESEL; 7:00pm Lesson Beginner/Novice/Intermediate (Dance of the month); 8:00pm-11:30pm Dance w/DJ Ken Roesel: Mix of Swing, Country, Hustle, and Ballroom; $6.00 Members, $8.00 Non-Members. BYOB; Ford Hall, 3789 Queen Anne Bridge Rd., Davidsonville, MD; davidsonvilledanceclub (.org/index) or dancebuddies (.com)

COLVIN RUN DANCE HALL............. (3rd Saturdays)........ Dance party for everyone at Colvin Run Dance Hall with ED COTRELL & GAIL CRUM; Variety of DJ'd contemporary & classic music for WCS, ECS, Hustle, Shag, Latin, 2 Step, Waltz, & more, plus requests; Introductory WCS lesson from 7pm-8pm; Dancing from 8pm to midnight; $12 cover includes lessons, dancing, & snacks; edcattrell (@macp.org), 703-435.5620, 10201 Colvin Run Rd., Great Falls, VA 22066; colvinrun (.org)

COLVIN RUN DANCE HALL..........(4th Saturdays).... Intermediate WCS lesson; Host DANCE JAM PRODUCTIONS, dancing 8:30 -1am. $12 cover includes the lesson, party and snacks.; 10201 Colvin Run Rd., Great Falls, VA 22066; colvinrun (.org)


SUNDAY 2/5

OAK MARR REC. CTR..............Lessons with SCOTTY INMAN; Beginner Line Dance I at 5pm; Beginner Line Dance II at 6pm; Intemediate Line Dancing 7pm; Classes are part of Fairfax Co. Park Authority (info in Parktakes magazine). Interested participants MUST PRE-REGISTER through the county. fairfaxcounty (.gov/parks/parktakes)

AMERICAN LEGION POST 290 in Stafford, VA......(2nd & 4th Sundays)..........Couples' dance lessons (West Coast Swing) & dance with GARY DRAGOS; 5:00pm to 8:00pm; $7 per person; The dance floor is large and the group is friendly; For more info, contact Shirley at countrydancingva (@yahoo.com); 1204 American Legion Rd. (County Rd. 628); Check fburgcountrydance (.com) for map & other info

RESTON COMMUNITY CENTER (Hunters Woods)............(1st Sundays)...........Country Western Dance 6:30-9:30 p.m; Two step, Line dance, Swing, Pattern partner dances; NO LESSON/Music by DJ MIKE TAKACS; Light refreshments; $5 person; 18 yrs. & up; Spacious wooden dance floor, smoke and alcohol-free environment; For more information, contact Mike Takacs at 301-661-6647, or RCC at1-703-476-4500; 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, Virginia; restoncommunitycenter (.com) Look for drop-in programs

THE PROMENADE (Baltimore)...............7pm Easy Beginner West Coast Swing Basics class series continues; dance 8 - 11pm; $12, includes lessons, dancing, & more; Have fun learning the fundamentals, basic patterns and social etiquette for west coast swing from experienced teachers specialized at helping beginners. 7:30 Beyond The Basics, drop in class. For those who have already developed good basic skills, this class offers different patterns and variations on the basics It also reveals the technique that make them work well for social dancing. No partner is required. 8pm West Coast Swing Mixer DJ DAVE MOLDOVER provides current & classic hits for West Coast Swing dancing. Some Hustle, Country & Ballroom favorites are included to add variety to the party.www.dance-info.com mddancesport (.com) for directions

LOW PLACES COUNTRY NIGHT CLUB........Family Night; Dance lessons 5pm-6pm; DJ music from 6PM-9:30PM (all ages dance, non-smoking, no alcohol served); $5 cover; Big Dave is the Instructor and DJ; Inside the Quality Inn at 2550 Lincoln Highway East, Rte. 30, Lancaster, PA 17602 (acrosss from Dutch Wonderland). 717-393-5499 More info can be found on Facebook.

WINNER'S CIRCLE...........Dance lessons 7pm; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)

CO CO CABANAS.............Swing/hand dance from 5pm-9pm; large dance floor; 2031A University Blvd., Hyattsville, MD 20783, 301-431-1882


MONDAY 2/6

KING GEORGE CITIZENS CENTER...............Progressive Beginner Line Dance Class by Lee & Linda Hafer; 7pm-8:30pm; $5pp per session; Lessons are offered through King George Parks & Rec. Dept.; no advance registration or sign-up needed; 8076 Kings Highway (Rte. 3), King George, VA 22485-7050 (540) 775-9780

AMERCAN LEGION POST 176 (Springfield, VA)....................Line dance lessons with EILEEN SCOTT; 8pm - 9:30pm; ongoing, pay-as-you-go class. Eileen teaches the line dances currently done at the NVCWDA dances, as well as other popular line dances; email escott5678 (@verizon.net)

GALILEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH............Line dance lessons from 7:00 to 9 with BERNIE & LYDIA VITALE; The lessons are given on a drop-in basis; Suggested donation $3; Email dancenl (@comcast.net) or call 703-430-2398; Drive west on route 7, take a right on Broad Run Drive and take the first right on to Winding Road. You will see the church right there. 45425 Winding Road, Sterling, VA 20165

RICHLIN BALLROOM...............Country line dancing with BILL BRAUN from 6p.m. to 10:00; The cost is $13 and includes a buffet meal from 6 to 6:40pm; There is one dance lesson taught twice per night at 7:15 and about 8:15; the last Monday of each month is all open dancing with no lesson; 1700 Van Bibber Road, Edgewood, Maryland 21040; partytymedjsmd (.com); Inclement weather : check the partytyme website for information.

COMMUNITY HOUSE in Sandy Spring, MD..................FREE Ballroom lessons & dancing 7:30pm to 9:30pm with David & Anne Greene; Goodies are welcome; Bring your own mug; Beginners & advanced are welcome; 17801 Meetinghouse Road; for more info contact David at 410-599-3725 or email DGreene (@All-Systems.com)

UMBERTO'S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE..............Lessons and dance party with Debbie Tuttle; 7:00 -7:30 sign in & practice; 7:30 - 8:15 Basic/Adv. Basic WCS; 8:15-9 Int./Adv. WCS; 9:00-12:00 Dance, WCS & a little Hustle; $15 for lessons & dance; Dance only for $7; Contact Debbie 301.877.9379; Cabin John Shopping Center 7745 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac, MD; Full bar & restaurant, smoke free; dancewithdebbie (.com)

WINNER'S CIRCLE...........Dance lessons 7pm; 604 Station Rd, Grantville, PA (exit 80 on I-81) in Holiday Inn; 717.469.0661; winnerscirclesaloon (.com)


TOMMY'S PLACE....................Line dance lessons, $3; 703-368-6500; 8610 Mathis Avenue, Manassas, Virginia 20111

CHANCE 2 DANCE...........Lessons with JUNE RENNER; 7pm-8pm Beginner Nghtclub; 8pm-9pm (every other week...next class 2/6) Beginner Waltz lessons; Open Group Lesson 8pm-9pm; Partners needed for both classes; for information contact June chance2dancestudio (.com) 410-374-6886 chance2dance (@verizon.net); 618 Oakdale Drive Hampstead, MD 21074

RENDEZVOUS......(1st Mondays).......Hustle dance with JOYCE SZILI; 7:30pm-8:15pm Advanced Beginner Hustle Lesson; 8:15-9:30pm Int/Adv Hustle with Joyce & Judah, 9:30-11:30pm Hustle mixer with DJ Joyce; $12, includes snack bar & non-alcohol drinks. BYOB; 11910 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852; dance911 (.com)


LOOKING AHEAD

February 11..............COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

February 12.............RENDEZVOUS...........Hightlight on Hustle Funshops with Joyce & Judah; 1pm-5pm; Hustle Essentials, Partner Syncopations, Fancy Hands, Hustle Practice Session; $30 for all 3 in advance (before 2/11), $40 at the door; 11910 Parklawn Dr. Rockville, MD 20852; 301.468.2582

February 18.............COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE........DJ Sandy Garrish

February 18.............NVCWDA.............DJ Kevin Handy; Line dance lesson at 7:30PM; Couples' lesson at 8:00PM; Open dancing 8:30-11pm; Couples and singles are welcome. Members of NVCWDA/PSDC $10; non-members $12; Ages 16-20 with student ID, accompanied by adult $5; Usually at Luther Jackson M.S. at 3020 Gallows Rd., Falls Church, VA; nvcwda (.org/) and now on Facebook. 703-860-4941 (check this for weather-related info regarding dance)

February 18..........................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............SOUTHERN BREEZE; This event is open to the public with a large dance floor. The event is BYOB (They sell NO alcohol), with snacks & set-ups available. The band starts at 8:00pm. 1326 James Madison Hwy, Remington, VA

February 25.............TRI-COUNTY DANCE at Columbus Gardens with DJs Fred & Ro Lord; 7:30pm; $28pp; ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY from Rick Keen 410-553-6544; Line and couples' dances; 4601 Klosterman Ave., Perry Hall, MD

March 1-4.........MADjam at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, VA; Registration opened 1/1

March 3..............................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............SOUTHERN WINDS; This event is open to the public with a large dance floor. The event is BYOB (They sell NO alcohol), with snacks & set-ups available. The band starts at 8:00pm. 1326 James Madison Hwy, Remington, VA

March 10...........COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............JR BOOKER; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

March 10................COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE........DJ Sandy Garrish

March 17................JUST COUNTRY's St. Patrick's Dance

March 17.............REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............DESERT WIND; This event is open to the public with a large dance floor. The event is BYOB (They sell NO alcohol), with snacks & set-ups available. The band starts at 8:00pm. 1326 James Madison Hwy, Remington, VA

April 7...................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............MIDNIGHT SPECIAL

April 14.................AND THEY DANCED......hosted by Red Hat Dancers of MD & Relay for Life Team to benefit American Cancer Society; BLOB'S PARK; 9:30AM-4:00PM; a full day of line dancing fun; instructors Fred and Ro Lord and Leslie Thompson; open dancing between lessons; lunch prepared by Blob's Park; floor show during lunch; 350 tickets will be sold and they usually go quickly; check the website for registration forms & flyer (www.) andtheydancedrelay (.webs.com)

April 14.............COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

April 21................COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE..........with Dottie & Will.

April 21................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............FIFTH OF AUGUST

May 5..............The Annual Garst Barn Dance with DJ Sandy Garrish. Pot Luck cookout starts about 5:30pm - dancing until about midnight. Tickets will be available in a couple months.

May 5...............REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............SLEEPLESS NIGHTS

May 12...........COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............JR BOOKER; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

May 19.........COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE........DJ Sandy Garrish

May 19.........REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............MIDNIGHT COWBOYS

June 2................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............SOOUTHERN WINDS

June 9..........COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

June 9.............COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE........DJ Sandy Garrish

June 16...........REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............ANDY VAUGHN/DRIVELINE

July 7.................REMINGTON LIONS CLUB.............MIDNIGHT SPECIAL

July 14...............COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

August 11..........COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

September 8.................COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............JR BOOKER; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

September 15.........COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE............DJ's Fred & Ro Lord

October 13................COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

October 20...........COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE.........DJ Sandy Garrish

November 10.................COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............JR BOOKER; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

November 17............COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE.....

December 8..................COUNTRY BY THE BAY at AMERICAN LEGION POST 206............SOUTHERN WINDS BAND; The band plays from 8 to midnight. Doors open at 7. Dance lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (Line - ) & 7:30 (Couples - ); Cover $15 includes Dance lessons, Draft beer, soda & snacks. Hot dogs, BBQ & cash bar available. Huge hardwood dance floor; non-smoking. For information & directions, check ALPOST206 (.org) or call 301.855.6466 or 410.257.9878; For table reservations, information, and directions, email Linda at Lbloyer (@yahoo.com). Please include your name, the number of people in your party, what part of the room, and a phone number for last minute contact if there are conflicts; Please send reservation requests by NOON on dance day. Reservations need to be claimed by 7:30. 3330 N. Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rte. 260), Chesapeake Beach, MD; 301-855-6466

December 8......................COUNTRY PRIDE DANCE.....


DANCE CRUISES & VACATIONS

1. February 5-12, 2012 departing from New Orleans on Carnival Conquest; Eastern Caribbean Swing Dance Cruise, hosetd by Luis Crespo (US Open Swing champion from N. CA) and featuring instruction by June 'Sugar' Renner; DJ for private dance functions; lessons in ECS, WCS & Hustle; dances, cocktail parties & shore excursions for the group; $629-$889pp/do; check danceacrosstheseas (.COM) for more information and how to sign up;

2. Swing Dance Cruise departing from Galveston, TX February 5-12 for Western Caribbean on Royal Caribbean "Mariner of the Seas"; Dance activities organized by Dance Fun & Co & will be limited to the dance group; Daily dance classes for a variety of dances for a variety of skill levels; Instructors include: Damon & Lisa D'Amico, Myles Monroe & Tessa Cunningham. Ronnie DeBenedetta, Robert Cordoba & Deborah Szekely, Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep; Deposit $250; For more info, contact Susan at 505-299-3737 glkello (@nmia.com)

3. Country Dance Cruise departing February 11 to 19, 2012 from Ft. Lauderdale, FL on Carnival Freedom to sail the Southern Caribbean; Ports: Cozumel, Mexco; Limon, Costa Rica; Colon, Panama; Line & Partner dances will be done; DJ Alan Kohn; Instructors Bob & Vivian Bonett, Christopher & Lindsay Petre, & Roz & Nat Morgan; Prices start at $799ppdo; call Brunswick Tours, Inc. 1-800-979-8687.FOR FURTHER INFO: ALAN KOHN alankohn (@premiereentertainment.org); 845-219-5919 or 845-729-0811

4. DEADLINE APPROACHING SOON......Country Dance Cruise departing from Baltimore May 20-27, 2012 to Bahamas on Carnival Pride; Hosted by Dan & Kelly Albro (line and partner pattern); Instructor & DJ SANDY GARRISH, from Maryland (2 Step, ECS, WCS), Instructor LYNDY, from Long Island, NY (line and partner patterns) & ; 2 workshop rooms with 30 hours of lessons, dancing on the Lido deck, group cocktail party, optional group excursions; Prices start at $950 and space is limited in each category; Deposit of $250 due no later than 12/31/11; Travel Plus RI - Coventry; Dance Cruise Group Manager: Deb Dodd DebDoddCruises (@aol.com) 401-828-4376 (8:00AM-8:00 PM); danceacrosstheseas (.com)

5. June 17-24, 2012......Cruise out of Baltimore with Bill & Dee Braun on Carnival Pride to the Caribbean; Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, Freeport, Bahamas; more details to follow. Check their website for more details partytymedjsmd (.com/2012-cruise-information) or email Bill Braun djbillbraun (@yahoo.com); $100 Deposits are overdue. All Sights Travel. Mail to: 3474 Emmorton Road, Abingdon, MD 21009; All Sights Travel is licensed, bonded and insured. Make sure you reference: Bill Braun's Dance Cruise on the memo line of your check.

6. September 16-23, 2012 cruise to the Eastern Mediterranean aboard Navigator of the Seas (Royal Caribbean); Ports of call in Italy, Greece, and Turkey; Workshops in 2 Step, Swing & Line Dance for all levels; Social Dances and group cocktail parties: Local instructors Sandy Garrish and June 'Sugar' Renner; Prices begin at $865 and cabins are limited in each category; $250 deposit to book cabin is due by 10/20/11; Passports required; Contact Deb Dodd DebDoddCruises (@aol.com), 401 828 4376 (Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-8:00 PM), DanceAcrossThe Seas (.com) (Sandy and June both have information at their dances).

I hope I have everything straight. As always, if you find that I've missed something or made an error, let me know.

Happy dancing,
Linda


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