Hi Everyone,
Summer’s flying along. I can’t believe it’s August! We’re in the hot and humid days, with storms and such, so be careful out there.
Because snow is not the only thing that sometimes cancels events, the weather MIGHT impact events, so please know the cancellation policy of the events you attend. Several go with what the schools do in the country they are in, so you need to know what county. If the organizer of your favorite events have a contact list, get on it, Many use Facebook, so if you don’t have that, you may need to depend on others.
There are still a few new events showing up now.
The calendar on the website is mostly up-to-date. There may be some events I’ve missed posting.
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.
I don’t include weekly band information for the clubs that have bands as it became frustrating and time-consuming. So, if you’re interested in what band is where, you’ll need to check the clubs’ websites or Facebook pages. If there are bands you follow, you can check their pages as well.
Masking and vaccination rules are still changing. I am not trying to keep up with the changes. I change some of the ones I have in the listings if I know they have changed. I suggest you take a mask along in the event one is required. There are some dances that do require proof of vaccination, so you’ll want to check on that.
MONDAYS
Sandy Garrish is instructor and DJ at Richlin Ballroom on some Mondays. Dates for the rest of the year are August 15 & 29, September 12 & 26, October 10 & 24, November 7 & 21m December 5 & 19. 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; Weather decisions are made based on conditions at the time.
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. I believe I read that Laurie is going by what Fairfax schools do with weather
TUESDAYS
LineDance4You is at Loudon Kitchen & Bar. Danielle is 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
Hotel Charles has Lesley Harvey teaching on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8pm. 15100 Burnt Store Rd, Hughesville, MD 20667
Leonardtown Church of the Nazarene has Lesley Harvey teaching on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30pm; 22730 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650; for more info, check DVFC Country Line Dancing on Facebook
Berryville Moose Lodge has line dancing with Cynthia Russell on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays from 7 to 9pm; $5 cover; These dances are open to the public. Beginners are welcome! 1239 Moose Rd. Berryville, VA 22611
Rainbow Road has line dancing weekly from 7-9pm; 137 Berryville Pike, Charles Town, WV 25414 (304)-725-3540 rainbowroadclub@gmail.com also on Facebook
Jennifer Miller is at Darlington VFD weekly with line dancing; starts at 6pm, lessons at 7pm, dancing until 10pm; $10pp; 2600 Castleton Rd, Darlington, MD 21034;
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. This dance is returning to the Bethesda Women’s Club. https://www.facebook.com/WestCoastSwingDC.
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
Norman Mullinix Djs for the Delmarva Hand Dance club from 5:30 to 9pm weekly. Cover is $5pp; food & drink are available for purchase. Some line dances and pattern partner dances are usually done. Elks Lodge,12560 US 113, Bishopville, MD 21813
WEDNESDAYS
Hot Country Nights with Line Dance Cheri and DJ Ohh Noo every Wednesday at 7pm; $5pp; at KC’s Music Alley (formerly Houston’s) 1917 Princess Ann St. Fredericksburg, VA
Hollywood Ballroom – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays feature Country dancing with Amanda Stearns; Guest instructors and DJs; 7:30pm to 11pm; Main Ballroom Couples Dancing; Lessons 7:45 to 8:15 Beginner Lesson, 8:15-8:45 Beyond Beginner Lesson; 8:45 – 11pm Open dancing; Studio Line Dancing – 8:15-8:45 Lessons; 8:45 t0 11pm Line Dancing; $15pp includes lessons & snacks; Vaccination required, Pre-registration is encouraged. https://www.hollywoodballroomdc.com/country-western-night/
Heritage Brewing Company hosts line dancing; at this point date is now every other 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 from 8-9pm & Ladies Night with DJ Joe. Fred Leong and Alexis Garrish are two of the instructors.
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; masking policy is to wear them when going to the bar or restroom, but optional when dancing; Hawks follows Baltimore Co. schools regarding weather policy
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
TAKING A BREAK FOR SUMMER…..Sykesville Firehall with Jerry; 7-9:30pm; 6680 Sykesville Rd, Sykesville, MD
Hanover, PA VFW Post 2506 has dancing with Dannielle Hite-Mallonee at 7pm – 9pm; $10pp; 19 McKinley Ave. Hanover, PA
Mick’s Crab House has country dancing every Wednesday. Doors open at 6pm, 2 Beginner lessons at 7pml Dance until 10:30pm, close at 11pm; Lessons and music by Jim Dawson and DJ Express; food and drinks available; NO cover charge; Mickscrabhouse.net; 902 East Pulaski Highway, Elkton,
MD 21921
Norman Mullinix Djs at Fast Eddies in Ocean City at 120th St. weekly from 3-6pm; No cover, but tips are appreciated; Happy hour food and drinks; Some line dances and pattern partner dances.
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
August 25; Carole Clark will be at American Legion Post 206. She will do some lessons and play music for dancing, similar to her O’Gannigan’s Friday dances. $5 donation to the legion for entry. For where Carole is dancing, check her Facebook Dancing By The Bay (DBTB) group. They occasionally dance on the boardwalk in North Beach.
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Reston Community Center. Pre-registration with Fairfax Co. Parks is required.
This event is on a break. Cancun Cantina – 4th Thursday line dance workshops 6:30pm to 11:30pm; Several lessons with open dancing in between. There will be some couples’ dances played during the open dancing. https://www.facebook.com/events/1063332790917936/
Winners Circle Saloon lessons from 7pm – 10pm
Tim Bowker is hosting and teaching a Country-Western dance at Colvin Run Dance Hall weekly; $15pp, Lesson 7:30pm-8:30pm, Open dancing 8:30pm until 10:30pm; 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
Ned Devine’s Irish Bar & Restaurant – Line dancing lessons & dancing with Randy McKeen & DJ Freedom Ortiz; 8pm-midnight; Herndon, VA
Three Whistles has dinner (optional) and dancing every Thursday. 1St is Latin, 2nd is Swing, 3rd is Country, and 4th is a new dance. $10 for social dance & lesson from 8-11pm; All proceeds go to charity. Hosted by Stephanie Metzger. 2719 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201;
Sandy Garrish teaches and DJs at Cult Classic Brewing Co. for line dancing on 3rd Thursdays (except October will be 2nd Thursday) at 6:30pm. Lesson for the first hour; open dancing with from 7:30-9:30; $5 cover charge; Food and full bar available; 11690 Shopping Center Rd, Stevensville, MD 21666
Owings Mills VFW post has dancing on 1st & 3rd Thursdays, with Dannielle Hite-Mallonee at 7pm-9pm. $10pp; 214 Tollgate Rd, Owings Mills, MD
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
Mick’s Crab House has Country & Pop line dancing on Thursdays; 6:30 to 10pm; No cover charge; Hosted by Country Line Dance With Eric and Friends; mickscrabhouse.net; 902 East Pulaski Highway, Elkton, MD 21921
Jarretsville VFW Post 8672; Line dancing with Ray and DJ Jenl 7019pm; $10pp; check Facebook page for Jarrestsville VFW Post 8672.
Fallston Barrel House with Larry - 7:00pm
FRIDAYS
Firehouse Fridays with host Tim Landis weekly at Cherrydale Fire Department, 8:30 to 11:30pm; $10pp; a DJ will play a mix of 2 Step, East Coast Swing, El Paso, Wooden Nickel, Waltz, Shcottische, West Coast Swing, & line dances; Planning to have a lesson each week; Ballroom is on the 2nd floor; enter from Pollard St and up the stairs; Street parking available; Masks not required; You may Venmo $10 to @TimsBash before 6pm on Friday (you may pay cash at the door); 3900 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207-3724l
4th Fridays at O’Gannigan’s in Prince Frederick; Music and line dancing start at 6pm with Dancing by the Bay; Carole Clark will teach at 7pm: 2 beginner dances and one a bit more challenging; Review at 8:30pm; DJ Allen plays the music; $5pp, Full menu available; 98 Solomon’s Island Rd.S, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
LineDance4You is at Vanish Brewery in Leesburg, VA for ‘Boot Scootin’ & Beers’ on 1st Fridays (usually); 6:30 to 9:30pm; Danielle teaches line lessons (ultra beginner to improver) DJ Minime plays the music.42245 Black Hops Ln, Leesburg, VA 20176; For more information check https://www.facebook.com/LineDance4You
Cancun Cantina – Country Bands inside, Couples’ lessons with Dean Garrish at 7pm (Beginner) and 7:30pm (Intermediate); Warm-up music starts at 6:30pm; Cover charge starts at 7pm $10pp; Happy Hour 5-7pm; DJ outside; 7501 Old Telegraph Rd, Hanover, MD 21076
Elks Lodge of Glen Burnie – Lessons & dancing with Ruth Rarick from 6:30 to 10:30pm; $11pp; 878 Stevenson Rd, Severn, MD 21144; This event follows Anne Arundel County schools for weather closings. Ruth also posts on Facebook; if needed contact her at ruthstouch@aol.com
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
Rainbow Road – Karaoke
Winners Circle Saloon 9pm-1am Social dancing;
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 required 1st & 3rd Fridays; Beginner swing lesson at 8:30pm; Band plays from 9-11:30 (2 sets); $20pp;100 person limit; All must be fully vaxed and show vax proof and ID at the door, as well as wear masks; https://www.gottaswing.com/ Advance ticket sales only until 11:59 the night before the dance. 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
Uncle Bob’s Western Corral has Line dancing on Fridays with DJs and sometimes bands; 565 Kirk Rd., Elkton, MD
Friday night line dancing in Red Lion, PA with Michael Divan; Lessons at 7pm, open dancing until 10pm; $5pp; plenty of parking. Water & light snacks available for purchase; Golden Connections Community Center, 20 C Gotham Place, Red Lion, PA 17356, (717)244-7229 www.gcccenter.com
SATURDAYS
2nd Saturdays - Next dance is 8/13 - Country By The Bay -–. American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach, MD – Lessons with Linda & Rich at 7pm (line –TBA) & 7:30pm (couples – TBA). Southern Winds Band plays at 8pm. Please contact me for reservations BY NOON ON DANCE DAY (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 s, please know you will be expected to clean up. Please bring your own container with water or other non-aBeach Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 207322
NORTHERN VA COUNTRY-WESTERN DANCE ASSOCIATION (NVCWDA) is dancing, usually at Lincolnia Sr. Ctr. Next dance on 8/6 will be at Lincolnia Ctr. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. On 8/6 DJ Kevin Handy starts the music at 6pm; Lessons on 8/6are Line lesson ‘Shotgun Jenny’ with Bernard and couples’ lesson "Schottische" with Linda & Rich. Dancing goes to 9:30pm. $10 members/$15 non-members. NOTE: membership is $20/year and gets you one free dance if you have not been a member before. Great deal! Masks are now optional at Lincolnia, If you choose to bring snacksnyou will be expected to clean up; Bring your own non-alcoholic drink. Both dances in August will be at Lincolnia; NVCWDA.org Lincolnia Sr. Ctr. 4710 North Chambliss Street, Alexandria, VA/ Galilee Church 45425 Winding Rd, Sterling, VA 20165 / Accotink UU Church, 10125 Lakehaven Ct, Burke, VA 22015
Woodbridge, VA Moose – Line and couples’ dancing 7-11pm; 1st & 3rd Saturdays; Free lessons with Miranda; no cover; Cash bar for wine & beer; Music on Spotify and requests welcome; 9612 Fernedge Lane, Lorton, VA 22079
Line dancing with Miranda returned to the Dale City Moose Lodge on 7/9 at the newly renovated hall. These will be 2nd & 4th Saturdays in July. 15424 Cardinal Dr., Woodbridge, VA 22193
Sandy Garrish will be at The Hideout Arcade Bar and Grille in Rehoboth, DE on 1st Saturdays starts at 8:00pm; no cover.
Rainbow Road – Country Bands – $10 cover when there is a band;
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 Line dance lessons from 8-9pm.
Winners Circle Saloon dancing; 8pm-midnight
Taking a break for summer…..Country Pride has once a month dances, usually with Sandy Garrish as DJ. Dates vary. Next dance 9/17; 7pm – 10:30pm; $11 for non-members, $10 for members, includes chips & sodas. Other dates - 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/10; VFW Post 2621, 206 Riverside Rd. Essex, MD 21221
Ruth Rarick will hold a dance on one Saturday in August at the VFW where Country Pride dances, but I don’t yet know which week.
Pete’s Tavern in Springfield, VA has the band Something Country this Saturday, Aug. 6 from 8pm – midnight for “Rockin’ And Dancing”; 6531 Backlick Rd, Springfield, VA 22150
Cherrydale VFD ballroom has dances every Saturday; Each week focuses on a different style of dancing & they’ve had a band now & then; 7/30 is a country dance with the Wil Gravatt Band; Admission Early Bird (while available through 7/1 $20), otherwise $25 in advance, $30 cash at the door for this event; Beginner lesson at 7PM, dancing 8PM to 1045PM ; Minimum age is 18 and NO alcohol allowed; Water and snacks available for sale; Hosted by All About Dance VA MD DC; Regular dance schedule features country swing, east coast swing, 2 step, and line dancing; $15pp cash at the door, must be 18 years old; no alcohol permitted. General Schedule is 1st week Swing, 2nd week Blues & Swing, 3rd week Country, 4th week Swing; There are some more bands at upcoming dances; 3900 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA 22207 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/country-dance-with-wil-gravatt-band-tickets-369719389647
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: sometimes Quincy Community Center, 8098 Anthony Highway, Waynesboro, PA17268 - 7pm-10pm DJ Full House; 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; Lessons with guest instructors at 7pm; dancing until 11pm. Full vax proof needed, as well as masks. 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
LineDance4You is at Loudon Kitchen & Bar with Jacqueline 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
Uncle Bob’s Western Corral has Line dancing on Saturdays with Djs and sometimes bands; 565 Kirk Rd., Elkton, MD
SUNDAYS
Sandy Garrish is dancing from 2pm to 5pm at Fast Eddie’s in Ocean City. She teaches some and plays 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 Weather decisions will be made as conditions warrant.
Colvin Run Dance Hall with Ed & Gail on 3rd Sundays; Lessons with guest instructors at 4pm; Open dancing until 7:30pm; $15pp; 10201 Colvin Run Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
Colvin Run Dance Hall on 2nd & 4th Sundays with Tim Bowker teaching West Coast Swing. For more information check www.colvinrun.org
Scotty Inman teaches for Fairfax Co. Parks at Oak Marr Community Center. Pre-registration through the parks dept. is required. Masks are also required.
Mick’s Crab House has Line Dancing on alternate Sundays, from 2-5pm with Rob Holley; All levels welcome; $5pp; Lessons and open dancing; mick’scrabhouse.net; 902 East Pulaski Highway, Elkton, MD 21921
Cancun Cantina – Latin Night
COMING EVENTS
REUNION OF Harford Co. Country Western Dance Association on September 26 at Richlin Ballroom. This is a regular dance night with Sandy, but all former members are encouraged to come out & meet up with old friends and enjoy some dancing or just some visiting. Check Monday listing for Sandy’s dances for the details.
October 21-23, 2022 – Sandy’s Ocean City Halloween Weekend Dance Event IS SOLD OUT! ; The block at the hotel is SOLD OUT. From Sandy…..Do not register for the weekend without contacting her. She will put you on a waiting list. IF YOU HAVE TO CANCEL YOUR ROOM, PLEASE CONTACT BERT 410-289-3678, SO WE CAN KEEP THE ROOM IN OUR BLOCK. If you haven't heard, Sunfest has been moved to that weekend. There are a few hotels close to the Legion that still have rooms but you'll need to get yours booked. A quick search shows Crystal Beach, Flagship Oceanfront and Dunes Court with rooms. . Check Sandy’s website for information; time2livebetter.com or email her
Happy Dancing,
Linda