Hi Everyone,
Summer has sure made a comeback after a relatively pleasant week. There are not many changes this week to the dance list, other than the addition of a dance for which I just received the info. If I haven’t listed an address, you can find it in an old update or on the calendar page. BTW, I still have done nothing with the calendar page.
Feel free to fill me in on whatever you know is happening that I don’t have listed here. Some things I couldn’t find, some I probably forgot to look up, and some I’m sure I don’t know. If you send info, please give me as much as you can about it, including where to find the information so that I may update later.
There are a still some restrictions/rules in effect in various locations. In most cases, I haven’t included those. Keeping up with that is more than I can handle. Most places in the area seem to be open without restrictions, but I suggest that you contact whichever event organizer you’re interested in attending to find out what the rules are for that location.
MONDAYS
Sandy Garrish has opted to discontinue the dances on Mondays for the time being. She may resume in the Fall.
American Legion in Springfield, VA – Laurie Armstrong is teaching and playing music for dancing. Lesson at 7; Open dance 7:30 to 9:30pm, $10pp, 6520 Amherst Ave, Springfield, VA 22150
TUESDAYS
LineDance4You is at Loudon Kitchen & Bar. Danielle is doing the teaching & DJ Freedom plays the music. Masks are not needed and social distancing wil not be enforced, but Danielle encourages everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable and safe. 510 East Market Street #i, Leesburg, VA https://www.facebook.com/LineDance4You
Sharon Hume teaches line dances at Westminster Moose at 7pm. $10pp.; Huge hall with plenty of space for social distancing. 309 Buena Vista Dr., Westminster, MD 21157
Sandy Garrish is hosting and teaching at Hawks Club in Essex, MD from 7-10pm; 430 Riverside Dr., Essex, MD 21221
Winner’s Circle Saloon lessons & dancing – 7pm – 10pm Lessons – Unfortunately, they don’t update either their website or FB page, so I have no details.
Beginning 8/10 at Mt. Hope CC, Carole Clark teaches High Beginner Line Dances for 3 weeks. Pre-registration through Calvert County Parks & Recreation.
Ken Roesel is back with live Boogie in Bethesda West Coast Swing dance. You must be fully vaxxed and register with their data base in order to attend. https://www.facebook.com/WestCoastSwingDC. Due to the recent Montgomery County mask mandate, you will need to wear a mask.
WEDNESDAYS
Cancun Cantina has Line dance lessons with Mark Paulino & Ladies Night with DJ music
Line Dance Cheri has lessons and dancing at Billiken’s Smokehouse at The Chimneys. Lessons start at 7pm. 623 Caroline St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401 This event is outdoors, so rain sometimes cancels it. Cheri posts on her Facebook page if the weather doesn’t look good.
Sandy Garrish is hosting and teaching at Hawks Club in Essex, MD from 7 to 10pm.
Country Dancing Wednesdays at Hollywood Ballroom – Hosted by Dave and Casey of Dance Jam Productions; Dawn Garrish teaches this month’s lessons in Nightclub 2 Step. Lessons at 7:30 (Super Basic) and 8pm (Slightly Challenging); Open dancing 8:30-11pm for 2 Step, Waltz, Cha Cha, NC2, Hustle, Line/specialty dances; You MUST PRE-REGISTER for this dance and be fully vaccinated. NO Walk-ins allowed. https://dancejamproductions.com/wednesdays/ for pre-registration information.
Northeast Community Center – Carole Clark teaches Ultra Beginner and then Beginner classes for 3 weeks in August, beginning 8/11. You must pre-register through Calvert County Parks & Recreation.
THURSDAYS
Sharon Hume teaches at Frederick Moose Lodge No 371 at 7pm; Lessons and dancing all night. Beginners welcome! Fun night out for everyone ; $10 for evening no charge for spectators accompanying a dancer. Food and beverage available at the bar. Please don't not bring your own food or beverages, thank you Following CDC guidelines. Temperature checks will be taken on entry. 828 East Patrick St. Frederick, MD
Winners Circle Saloon lessons from 7pm – 10pm
Ned Devine’s Irish Bar & Restaurant – Line dancing with Brittny 8pm-midnight; DJ Ortiz
FRIDAYS
Cancun Cantina – Country Bands inside, DJ outside; $10; 8/13 Josh Gallagher, 8/20 Jake Dodds, 8/27 Double Barrel
Elks Lodge in Severn, MD – JUST IN....NO DANCE ON 8/13.NEXT DANCE 8/20 Lessons & dancing with Ruth Rarick from 6:30 to 10:30pm (2-minute drill at 10pm); $11pp; Dinner available if you let them know before Tuesday at 9pm by emailing johncorkran@gmail.com. Dinner price is $10. If you plan to purchase a beverage from the bar, or pick up dinner, you need to sign in & get a wrist band at the entrance. Be sure to get a door prize ticket for the drawing for a free pass to come again. This is mostly Line dancing and the room is quite large.878 Stevenson Rd, Severn, MD (This is the dance that used to be hosted by Fred & Ro Lord).
Rainbow Road – Karaoke
Winners Circle Saloon lessons & dancing 8pm – midnight
Hollywood Ballroom with Dance Jam Productions – West Coast Swing, Guest instructors – 7:30pm class series (starts 1st Fridays), 8:15 Intermediate class; 9pm-1am Social dancing; DJs Dave Moldover, Margie Tuttle, Curt Kothera, John Collini, Casey Daniels, James Kong; buffet style fruit, snacks, desserts, soft drinks; Alcohol beverages for sale (no outside alcohol); PRE-REGISTRATION AND ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY. https://dancejamproductions.com/fridays/ for information on registration, rules, advance ticket purchase, etc.
Essex American Legion Post 148 - Line dancing with The Dude aka Anthony Makres; Doors open 6:30pm; Lesson at 8pm, Open dancing 7pm-8pm & 8:20pm–11pm; $10pp, 20 S. Marlyn Ave, Essex, MD 21221
SATURDAYS
2nd Saturdays - Next dance is 8/14 - Country By The Bay -–. American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach, MD – Lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (line – “Rockin’ The Wagon Wheel”) & 7:30pm (couples – “McGraw Stroll”). Southern Winds Band plays at 8pm. Please contact me for reservations. $15 includes lessons, dancing, draft beer, sodas, munchies. Hot dogs & BBQ for sale as are other bar drinks. 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732 As far as I know the mask rules have not changed. If I hear otherwise, I’ll update here.
Rainbow Road – Country Bands – $10 cover when there is a band
Cancun Cantina – Country DJ Joe inside, Rock bands outside
Winners Circle Saloon dancing; 8pm-midnight
Country Pride has once a month dances. I believe they are off for the summer. Dates vary. Masks required and you must reserve with Paul Schilpp (410-627-7832 or on Facebook to attend. 7pm – 10:30pm; $11 for non-members, $10 for members, includes chips & sodas. VFW Post 2621, 206 Riverside Rd. Essex, MD 21221
HCWDA (Hagerstown) dances starting at 7. DJ Busy BBZ. Masks must be worn. HCWDA usually dances on 2nd & 4th Saturdays at Maugansville Ruritan Hall. For information, email dkline310@comcast.net
CVCWDA (Cumberland Valley) Cumberland Valley (based in Waynesboro, PA) locations vary - 9/18, 10/30, 11/20 at Quincy Community Center, 8098 Anthony Highway, Waynesboro, PA17268 - 7pm-10pm DJ Full House; 8/21 at Pen Mar Park (4-7pm) Contact Chip Moats, 717-762-6388, rdmoats@embarqmail.com
August 21, 2021– Dance to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association hosted by the Southern Maryland Boot Scooters at the Elks Lodge #2421 in Waldorf; 6pm – 11pm; Dinner by Outback Steakhouse is included in the ticket price. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) available for purchase; dancing, games, raffles, etc. DJ Sandy Garrish; All proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association; $25 per person in advance or 2 for $45. Tickets at the door are $30pp. Credit cards accepted. For tickets see any of the Boot Scooters or contact Leslie Harvey at 240-577-2579 or somdbootscooters@gmail.com. Leslie will be at Country By The Bay on 8/14 and will have tickets available.2210 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD; Must be 21 to attend.
SUNDAYS
LineDance4You is back at Vanish Brewery in Leesburg, VA for ‘Boot Scootin’ & Beers’ on 2nd Sunday afternoons from 12 to 3. Danielle will teach lessons (beginner, party line dances, and some couples’ dances) For more information check https://www.facebook.com/LineDance4You
Cancun Cantina – Latin Night
COMING EVENTS
October 22-24, 2021 – Sandy’s Ocean City Halloween Weekend Dance Event; Check Sandy’s website for information; time2livebetter.com
Happy Dancing!
Linda