Hi Everyone,
Hopefully all of you are finalizing your holiday preparations. I am not exactly finalizing. I’ll be lucky to get things done, but I’ve been procrastinating some.
There will be some cancellations in the next week or two, as well as a couple of NYE parties. Unfortunately, I don’t know about much that’s going on for NYE for the country crowd, especially in the N.VA area or S. MD.
The calendar on the website is still not caught up. One of these days…..
Feel free to fill me in on whatever you know is happening that I don’t have listed here 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..
With the current state of COVID, there may be more changes in mask and vaccination requirements. I can’t keep up with it all. My best advice is be prepared to wear, or at least take, a mask wherever you go. If you’re vaccinated, take the card with you too. I am not at all sure that some of the rules I have listed in some events are still correct. 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 is teaching and Djing at Richlin Ballroom on Mondays. The dates for the rest of the year are not strictly the 1st & 3rd as they began due to other uses of the room. Dates for the next few months are December 27th, January 3rd & 17th, February 14th & 28th, March 14th & 28th. Time is 6pm-10pm; $15pp, includes buffet and open bar, $5 for children 8 & under; Line and Couples lessons and open dancing; Richlin Catering & Event 1700 Van Bibber Rd, Edgewood, MD Center 21040. For details check time2livebetter.com
American Legion in Springfield, VA – Laurie Armstrong is teaching and playing music for dancing, both couples and lines. Lessons at 6:30pm; Open dance until 9:30pm, $10pp, 6520 Amherst Ave, Springfield, VA 22150
TUESDAYS
LineDance4You is at Loudon Kitchen & Bar. Danielle is doing the teaching & DJ Freedom Ortiz plays the music. Masks are not needed and social distancing will 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
THIS EVENT IS ON HOLD UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...Sandy Garrish is hosting and teaching at Hawks Club in Essex, MD from 7-10pm; 7-7:15 open dancing, 7:15-7:30 basic dance steps and terminology, 7:30-8 review of previous week and new teach, 8-10 open dancing; $10pp, cash bar available; 430 Riverside Dr., Essex, MD 21221
Winner’s Circle Saloon lessons & dancing – 7pm – 10pm Lessons
Ken Roesel hosts 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 Montgomery County mask mandate, you will need to wear a mask.
Jim Dawson teaches and plays the music at Game Changers in Newark, DE; 7-10pm, no cover, beginner lessons the first half hour. 1430 Pulaski Hwy, Newark, DE 19702; https://www.facebook.com/jim.dawson.1088
Rob Holley at Timothy’s of Newark on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays – Lessons & dancing 6:30 to 9:30pm; $6 cover; all levels welcome; Creek View Rd, Newark, DE 19711; https://www.facebook.com/groups/MDCountryWesternDancers
Ed & Gail are at Colvin Run Dance Hall for weekly dances from 7pm to 10:30pm. You must present proof of vaccination and wear a mask. $15pp; variety of music for ballroom dances as well as swing, hustle and some 2 Step. Lesson at 7pm, dancing at 8pm; Water, canned sodas & individually packaged light snacks will be provided. 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066 https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226973289903744&set=gm.4545261325549424
WEDNESDAYS
Heritage Brewing Company has started hosting line dancing; at this point dates are 12/15 & 1/12, in addition to this past Wednesday; 6 to 10pm; Teaching and playing the music is Miranda Butler; 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas VA 20110; heritagebrewingcompany.com
Cancun Cantina has Line dance lessons with Mark Paulino & Ladies Night with DJ Joe
Carole Clark teaches classes for the Winter (starting in Dec) at NE Community Ctr. In Chesapeake Beach, MD. 6pm-7pm Ultra Beginner Line dance class #313229 (for those who have never danced before) - $7/class, 7pm-8pm Beginner Line dance #313228 (Basic dances, no experience needed)- $7/class; 6pm-8pm combo #313224 – take both classes for $10. You must pre-register through Parks & Rec of Calvert County to attend. You may register in person, online or by calling the center 410-257-2554; Use the class number to register; For more info Facebook Dancing By The Bay or 703-216-3497; NO CLASS on the following dates 12/22, 1/26, 2/23
Sandy Garrish is hosting and teaching at Hawks Club in Essex, MD from 7-10pm; 7-7:15 open dancing, 7:15-7:30 basic dance steps and terminology, 7:30-8 review of previous week and new teach, 8-10 open dancing; $10pp, cash bar available; 430 Riverside Dr., Essex, MD 21221
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Frying Pan Park. Pre-registration through the parks dept. is required. Masks are also required.
Touch of Texas features Lessons and Dancing on Wednesdays with DJ Freedom Ortiz and Instructor Renee Dixon Paulett; Lessons start at 7pm; Bunker Hill, WV
Jim Dawson teaches at Newark Senior Center 2:30 – 4pm; $8 cover 200 Whitechapel Dr., Newark, DE; https://www.facebook.com/jim.dawson.1088
Starting January 5.....Hollywood Ballroom will have country dancing, hosted by Amanda Stearns on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays; Guest Instructors and DJs. $20pp, includes lessons and snacks; 7:30-11pm; Vaccinaton required, masking according to HowardCounty rules; Pre-registration encouraged; https://www.hollywoodballroomdc.com/country-western-night/ 2126 Industrial Pkwy, Silver Spring, MD 20904
THURSDAYS
Line Dance Cheri has moved inside for the winter and is at Planet Nova Bar & Grill every week with DJ Ohh Noo; Lessons from 7-10; DJ from 10-12; $5pp for 21 & up; Food and drink available; 1243 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Stafford, VA 22045
Tim Bowker is hosting and teaching a Country-Western dance at Colvin Run Dance Hall weekly; $15pp, Lesson 7pm-8pm, Open dancing 8pm until 11pm; music will be a mix of country 2 step, west coast swing, waltz, and other couples’ dances. You must bring proof of vaccinations (at least 2 weeks prior) and wear masks. https://www.facebook.com/Imadancertim/; 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
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
Carole Clark teaches Line dance for the Winter at Mt. Hope CC in Sunderland, MD. - 6:00pm Beginner #322223(Basic dances, no experience necessary)- $7/class, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Intermediate #322224 (Complex dances for experienced dancers). $10/class. You must pre-register through Parks & Rec of Calvert County to attend. You may register in person, online or by calling the center 410-257-6770; Use the class number to register; For more info Facebook Dancing By The Bay or 703-216-3497; NO CLASS on 12/23, 1/27, 2/24
Carole Clark teaches line dances at NE Community Ctr. In Chesapeake Beach 10:30am Ultra Beginner#316225; 11:30am High Beginner #; for ages 50+. $7 per class. This is a class that will be slow & easy. You must pre-register through Parks & Rec of Calvert County to attend. You may register in person, online or by calling the center 410-257-2554; Use the class number to register; For more info Facebook Dancing By The Bay or 703-216-3497; NO CLASS on 12/23, 1/27, 2/24
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Reston Community Center. Pre-registration through the parks dept. is required. Masks are also required.
Winners Circle Saloon lessons from 7pm – 10pm
Ned Devine’s Irish Bar & Restaurant – Line dancing lessons & dancing with Randy McKeen & DJ Freedom Ortiz; 8pm-midnight; Herndon, VA
Sandy Garrish teaches and Djs at Cult Classic Brewing Co. for line dancing on 1/20/22 at 6:30pm. Lesson for the first hour; open dancing with from 7:30-9:30; If the interest is there, it may be continued as a regular event. Food and full bar available; 1169 0Shopping Center Rd, Stevensville, MD 21666
Jim Dawson teaches and plays music at VFW #7687 from 6:30-9:30pm $6 cover; beginner lessons 1st half hour; 904 Basil Ave, Chesapeake City, MD 21915; https://www.facebook.com/jim.dawson.1088
FRIDAYS….I would expect some events to not happen on 12/24 and 12/31 I haven’t put anything in a listing unless I know.
LineDance4You is at Vanish Brewery in Leesburg, VA for ‘Boot Scootin’ & Beers’ on 1st Fridays Danielle will teach lessons (beginner, party line dances, and some couples’ dances) DJ Nadeem plays the music. For more information check https://www.facebook.com/LineDance4You This is a change from the 2nd Sundays.
Cancun Cantina – Country Bands inside, Lessons with Dean Garrish at 7pm and 7:30pm; Warm-up music starts at 6:30pm; DJ outside (most of the time) – No lessons on 12/24, but there will be lessons on 12/31; Band info - 12/31 Bobby D & The Truck Stop Burritos; 7501 Old Telegraph Rd, Hanover, MD 21076
Elks Lodge in Severn, MD – 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
Essex Elks #1866 - Line dancing with The Dude aka Anthony Makres; Doors open 6:30pm; Lesson or review at 8pm, Open dancing 7pm-8pm & 8:20pm–11pm; Food and drinks available for purchase; $10pp/$8 for kids 5-8yrs; 1007 East Homburg Ave, Essex, MD 21221 Use main hall doors; https://www.facebook.com/groups/792751737594308 You may also receive text messages if you text DANCE to 888-672-0292 10/29...costume and bring a dish party
Rainbow Road – Karaoke
Winners Circle Saloon lessons (45 minutes) te class; 9pm-1am Social dancing;
NO DANCES 12/24 or 12/31….Hollywood Ballroom every week features DJs Dave Moldover, Margie Tuttle, Curt Kothera, John Collini, Casey Daniels, James Kong; and some guest instructors; 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.
Colvin Run Dance Hall with Gary & Sue of Gotta Swing Full vax proof and masks requred 1st & 3rs Fridays, starting in January; https://www.gottaswing.com/ They didn’t allow walk-ins for the dance they had on 12/10, but I don’t know about the regular dances in January. 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
SATURDAYS…..I would expect most events to be closed on 12/25 and 1/1
2nd Saturdays - Next dance is 1/8 - Country By The Bay -–. American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach, MD – Lessons with Linda & Rich at 7 (line – TBA ) & 7:30pm (couples – TBA). Southern Winds Band plays at 8pm. Please contact me for reservations., preferably by the day before. $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.
NORTHERN VA COUNTRY-WESTERN DANCE ASSOCIATION (NVCWDA) is dancing at Lincolnia Sr. Ctr. Next dance is 1/15 and will be held at Galilee Church in Sterling, VA. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. Lessons start at 6pm and 6:30pm Lessons TBA Open dancing with DJ from 7pm-9:30pm. $10 pp; Masks required per Fairfax Co. ruling. The snack table has been eliminated. If you choose to bring some, please know you will be expected to clean up. Please bring your own container for water. Nvcwda.org Lincolnia Sr. Ctr. 4710 North Chambliss Street, Alexandria, VA/ Galilee Church 45425 Winding Rd, Sterling, VA 20165
Dale City, VA Moose – Line and couples’ dancing 7-11pm; Free lessons with Miranda; no cover; Cash bar for wine & beer; Music on Spotify and requests welcome; Upcoming dates are ? They did 1st & 3rd Saturdays in December. I don’t know at this time about January dates; 15424 Cardinal Dr., Woodbridge, VA 22193
Rainbow Road – Country Bands – $10 cover when there is a band; 12/11 Shotgun Highway, 12/18 DJ Jay Slonaker, 12/31 Dixie Moon
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Lee District Center. Pre-registration through the parks dept. is required. Masks are also required.
Cancun Cantina – Country DJ Joe inside, Rock bands outside
Winners Circle Saloon dancing; 8pm-midnight – bands occasionally
Country Pride has once a month dances. Dates vary. Next dance that’s open to non-members is 12/31; 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) (based in Waynesboro, PA) locations vary - 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
Colvin Run with Ed & Gail on 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Second Saturday is Dance for Everyone. Fourth Saturday is Swing & Hustle. (no dance 12/25); Lessons with guest instructors at 7; dancing until 11. Full vax proof needed, as well as masks. 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
LineDance4You is at Loudon Kitchen & Bar, starting on 1/8 with Austin doing the teaching. Masks are not needed and social distancing will not be enforced, but Linedance4you encourages everyone to do what makes them feel comfortable and safe. 510 East Market Street #i, Leesburg, VA https://www.facebook.com/LineDance4You
SUNDAYS
Sandy Garrish is dancing from 5pm-8pm at Fast Eddie’s in Ocean City. NO dance on 12/26, but there might be one on Jan. 2 if there’s enough interest. She’ll teach some and play what those who come out want to hear. There is no cover charge. This is s restaurant, so you can get dinner before dancing. As long as interest and attendance is there, the event will continue. sandy@time2livebetter.com
Colvin Run Dance Hall with Ed & Gail on 3rd Sundays; Lessons with guest instructors at 4pm; Open dancing until 7pm; $15pp; 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Oak Marr Community Center. Pre-registration through the parks dept. is required. Masks are also required.
Cancun Cantina – Latin Night
COMING EVENTS
NEW YEAR’S EVE…….Rainbow Road – Band is Dixie Moon
NEW YEAR’S EVE….Country Pride NYE tickets are available. $4o includes buffet dinner, beer, wine, soda, champagne toast, & dancing; 8pm-1am. Several tables have already been sold. Contact Paul Schilpp 410-627- 7832 or Kathy 410-627-7882
NEW YEAR’S EVE…….The Original Cancun Cantina; Band is Bobby D & the Truck Stop Burritos; $15pp, Champagne toast at midnight;
October 21-23, 2022 – Sandy’s Ocean City Halloween Weekend Dance Event; Check Sandy’s website for information; time2livebetter.com. Registration has not yet started.
Happy Dancing,
Linda