Event Information

Description:

Colorado Friends Of Old Time Music And Dance is a non-profit organization that
runs nearly 100 community participatory dances per year - such as contra dances
- with live music and calling in the Denver and Boulder metro area of Colorado.
No prior dance experience is necessary, and almost all of our dances are
preceded by a lesson. Community dances are very social by nature - married and
unmarried couples, singles accompanied with friends or arriving alone, and
anyone from age 9 to 109 who enjoys dancing are welcome.  See you there!

    Click here for latest changes and cancellations  or call our dance hotline at:  303-592-3972


  For additional info, see contact/website below.

Short Description: CFOOTMAD promotes participatory American folk dances of various genres and eras including contras, squares, English Country, waltzes, ragtime ballroom and more. All with excellent live music!

VAC Member: Yes

Contact:	Jerry Olson
	303-665-1429
	vacliaison@cfootmad.org

 

Website: http://www.cfootmad.org/

All events, both regular and special, for this group follow below:

Regular Event: Denver Community Contra Dance - Contra Dance

When: Second and Fourth Fridays of every month
Time:   8-11pm (7:15 lesson)

Where:	Highlands Masonic Center
	3550 Federal Blvd
	Denver CO

Map of Location

Cost: $10/$8 members (varies for sp. events)

Description:

Contra dancing is participatory American folk dancing - vigorous and enthusiastic.  Contra dances feature live music every time - Irish fiddle music, Old Time fiddle music or some wild derivation. Fun and easy to do, each dance is taught before the music begins. Our typical Friday night dance is held 2nd and 4th Fridays with an easy lesson beginning at 7:15 p.m.  All are welcome and no partner is needed. 
 

 Denver's New Contra Hall, Highlands Masonic Temple
 

Note: See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Steve Ruby	720-320-7868	Steve.Ruby@cfootmad.org
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#denver

Regular Event: Boulder Community Contra Dance - Contra Dance

When: First and Third Fridays of every month
Time:   8-11pm (7:15 lesson)

Where:	The Avalon
	6185 Arapahoe Rd
	Boulder CO 80303

Map of Location

Cost: $10/$8 members (varies for sp. events)

Description:

Contra dancing is participatory American folk dancing - vigorous and enthusiastic.  Contra dances feature live music every time - Irish fiddle music, Old Time fiddle music or some wild derivation. Fun and easy to do, each dance is taught before the music begins. Our typical evening dance is held 1st and 3rd Fridays with an easy lesson beginning at 7:15 p.m. All are welcome, and no partner is needed.

Note: Shoes with clean soles are mandatory.
See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Teri Rasmusson	303-499-1346	Teri.Rasmusson@cfootmad.org
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#boulder

Regular Event: English and Early American Dance - CelticEnglish Dance

When: Third Saturdays of every month
Time:   8-11pm

Where:	Berkeley Community Church
	3701 West 50th Ave
	Denver CO

Map of Location

Cost: $10/$8 members

Alert: No dances in June, July, August, and sometimes December.

Description:

Experience the Sense and Sensibility of English Country Dance to live music. All dances are taught and walked through - easier dances at the beginning of the evening lead up to more elegant and graceful dances by the end of the evening; no partner or previous experience needed.  English country dances are the direct ancestors of our American contra dances, but are more graceful and elegant with special tunes for each dance.

Note: See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Chris Kermiet	303-321-2262	Chris.Kermiet@cfootmad.org
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#ecd

Regular Event: Boulder Waltz Night - Waltz Dance

When: Fifth Fridays of every month
Time:   8-11pm (7:15 lesson)

Where:	The Avalon
	6185 Arapahoe Rd
	Boulder CO 80303

Map of Location

Cost: $10/$8 members

Description:

An evening of waltzing to live music by local ensembles playing traditional music from a variety of countries including the British Isles.  You may come alone or bring a partner, but in this relaxed evening people generally dance with a different partner for each dance.  Dress can be casual to dressy, vintage to modern!  A free lesson is provided at 7:15 p.m. for people just (or still) learning to waltz.  Light refreshments are provided during the breaks.
  2010 schedule:


Apr 30th:  Band - Sandra Wong & Rodney Sauer, 7:15 lesson with Susan Marie Frontczak


Jul 30th:  Band - TBA, 7:15 lesson with Frank & Dorothy Vernon
Oct 29th:  Band - TBA, 7:15 lesson

Note: Jan 29th: Band -

Contact:
Viki Lawrence	303-666-0561	Viki.Lawrence@cfootmad.org
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#waltz

Regular Event: Westminster Old-Time Community Dance - Contra Dance

When: First Saturdays of every month
Time:   7-10pm

Where:	Westminster Grange Hall
	3935 West 73rd
	Westminster CO

Map of Location

Cost: $8/$6 members ($2 kids 6-15)

Description:

The Westminster Grange Hall dance features squares, reels, circles, contras, waltzes and other couples dances. Live American old-time music is provided with Southern, Northwest and Northeast influences. Beginning dancers are always welcome and supported. Callers and musicians seeking to gain experience should contact the dance organizers for information on calling and participating in a band at this dance. Casual dress, no partner needed, all dances are taught, beginners and well-behaved youngsters are welcome.

Note: See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Cathy Brown	303-412-8329
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#westminster

Regular Event: Zesty Contra Dance - Contra Dance

When: Second Saturdays of every month
Time:   7-10pm

Where:	Scheitler Recreation Center at Berkeley Park
	5031 W 46 Ave
	Denver CO

Map of Location

Cost: $12/$10 members

Description:

Zesty Contras are for dancers with enough experience to successfully do contra corners, hey-for-four, half-figure-eight above, California twirl, and similar moves with only occasional explanation from the caller. Zesties are danced with little caller instruction and minimal walk-throughs. Emphasis is on good timing, good manners, and smooth moves. Dancers help each other so we can all have a great time. If you have been dancing for a while, check out the Zesty Contras - you will be in for the time of your life - fun and engaging!

Note: See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Caroline Fuller	303-444-9801	Caroline.Fuller@cfootmad.org
24-hour Hotline	303-592-3972

More Information: http://www.cfootmad.org/dances.htm#zesty

Regular Event: Old-Time Music Jam - Jam Session

When: Fourth Sundays of every month
Time:   2-6pm

Where:	Various Locations in Denver Metro area
	Denver CO

Cost: No cost, just come

Alert: Subject to change from time to time. You may wish to confirm.

Description:

If you are a musician who plays Old-Time Music, please consider joining us!  We primarily play American old-time music for our own enjoyment. The music we play sometimes takes excursions to the traditional musical styles of New England, French Canada, or Ireland.

Note: See calendar at cfootmad.org for last-minute event changes/cancellations

Contact:
Ned Banta	303-933-0895	nbanta@comcast.net

More Information: http://www.bantagallery.net/oldtime/