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Sep 2023

Boulder Swing Social Dance (Lindy Hop, DJed)

September 23 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 7:00 pm on day Fourth of the month, repeating until March 9, 2024

An event every month that begins at 7:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until March 2, 2024

The Avalon, Sodal Hall, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States
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Boulder Swing Dance is back in 2023! Join us for a social dance party from 8-11 pm in Sodal Hall on March 4th as we begin our regular schedule - 1st and 4th Saturdays of the month! Beginner Lindy Hop lesson before the dance from 7-8 pm for $5! $10 or $5 for students. We accept cash, card, and Venmo. Masks optional, no proof of vaccination required. www.boulderswingdance.com

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Date:
Saturday September 23rd 2023
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Blues, Cajun & Zydeco, Swing, Waltz
Cost:
$10/$5 for students w/id
Location:
Boulder Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Andy Malkiel: 303-638-9206 - ajm2135@comcast.net
or Dan Willging: 303-870-1156 - cfczorg@gmail.com

Colorado Friends of Cajun and Zydeco Music and Dance presents: Monthly Zydeco Dance Party! Every 4th Sat of the month, except Dec In the Tango Studio at the Avalon Ballroom Come get your Zydeco groove on! Doors open @ 7pm Zydeco Dance Lesson @ 7:15 Dance Party @ 8-10 No Partner necessary! Beginners Welcome! Cost $10/$5 for students (includes dance lesson!) BYOB and Snacks!

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Date:
Monday September 25th 2023
Time:
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Scandinavian
Cost:
$7
Location:
The Avalon, Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Nancy Ellinghaus: 303-499-7262 - nellinghaus7@gmail.com

The weekly Monday Night Scandinavian Dance begins this Monday, Sept. 11.  This will also be the beginning class of our Scandi Basics Class series.  This is the time to get started doing Scandinavian (primarily Swedish) couple dance.  "Learn to Pivot and Perfect Your Hambo".  No partner needed, just low-friction, hard-soled shoes so that you will be able to pivot (spin) on the beautiful Avalon floors.  Pivoting easily and frequently is necessary for fast-turning Polska and Pols dancing.  These classes build…

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Date:
Monday September 25th 2023
Time:
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Latin
Cost:
$10/$8 for students
Location:
Boulder Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

Attention all Bachata enthusiasts! We have heard your requests loud and clear, and we are excited to announce the highly anticipated Bachata night at the Avalon! Kick-off on Monday, August 28th 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM. 80% Bachata 20% Salsa Get ready for an incredible night of non-stop dancing and enjoyment. We'll be featuring four talented rotating DJs, Renato, Tai, Jennry, and Joey. Please note that this event will be exclusively focused on dancing, no formal lessons will be provided.…

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Date:
Tuesday September 26th 2023
Time:
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Event:
Roller Skate
Cost:
$10
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Connecting skaters in Boulder County! Community of quad & inline skaters of all levels. Let’s roll!

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Date:
Wednesday September 27th 2023
Time:
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Latin, Other, Swing, Tango, Waltz
Cost:
$10
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Art Bragg: 720-413-0551 - arthurbragg@yahoo.com

Come Dance! Wednesday Waltz Etc. is an evening of social couple dancing every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month. Our DJs play a variety of music including waltz, foxtrot, swing, Latin, and more!  We welcome dancers of all levels. No partner necessary. Our Dance Ambassadors are here to help you get dancing and enjoy the evening. Classes: We offer two simultaneous classes: Beginner waltz lessons and a monthly rotations of different dance styles such as cross-step waltz, foxtrot, Nightclub…

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Date:
Thursday September 28th 2023
Time:
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Latin, Salsa
Cost:
$8-15
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Salsa | Bachata | Rueda | WC Swing Social Every Thursday! Bringing communities together. 3 ROOMS OF LESSONS 2 ROOMS OF DANCING BYOB! Every Thursday join us for a night full of dancing and a variety of classes for you to choose from. ----------------------------- 6:30pm Salsa On2 All-level ----------------------------- 6:30pm 4 levels of Rueda ----------------------------- 7:30pm 3 levels of Salsa (Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced) ----------------------------- 7:30pm Bachata All-level ----------------------------- 7:30pm 2 levels of West Coast Swing (Beginning & Intermediate) ----------------------------- 8:30-11pm Dancing…

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Date:
Thursday September 28th 2023
Time:
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$8-15
Location:
The Avalon, Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

West Coast Swing Lessons and Social Every Thursday! CALLING ALL WCS LOVERS IN COLORADO! We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to learn from some of the best WCS instructors in town, followed by an unforgettable WCS party. Join us every Thursday from 7:30 pm to 11 pm. - WCS class 7:30 pm 2 circles 1 room (Beginner & Intermediate) - Social dancing starts at 8:30 - Class + Party $15 - Dancing only $10 - $2 student discount…

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Date:
Saturday September 30th 2023
Time:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Waltz
Cost:
$10
Location:
The Avalon, Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Barbara Roach : 303-442-0677 - broach3@juno.com

In preparation for the Wild Goose Masquerade Ball, on Oct. 28, this is the first in a series of 4 waltz classes, all of which will include both rotary and cross-step waltz. Each class will build on the class(es) taught before, with the 4th class being at an advanced level. You can come to any or all. Doors open 10:45 am so all can be ready to dance at 11 am.

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Date:
Saturday September 30th 2023
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Swing
Cost:
$10
Location:
The Avalon, Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Barbara Roach: 303-442-0677 - broach3@juno.com

Prepare for the Wild Goose Masquerade Ball on Oct. 28, 2023, with a series of 4 lessons, each including both swing and fox trot. Starting Saturday, September 30, going for 4 weeks, building from beginning to intermediate level. $10 at the door. Come to any or all depending on what you already know. I will build each lesson on the preceding class(es) taught.

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Date:
Saturday September 30th 2023
Time:
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$20 / $10 Students
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

Saturday Swing Dance with Live Music! Swing dance classes 7pm - 8pm (6 count swing & Lindy Hop).  Dancing to Live Music 8pm - 11pm. Always the Best Bands!           Lessons: An all-level 6-count Swing in Ballroom, Lindy Hop in Sodal Hall, Swing Line Dance in North Hall (Shim Sham & Mama's Stew).   Admission: $20 per person | $10 students with I.D. | Volunteers free. Cash, Card & Venmo at the door. No reservations required. Volunteers welcome…

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Oct 2023

Bulgarika! Bulgarian Music and Dance

October 6 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Avalon, Sodal Hall, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States
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This a special Glendi-BIFD collaboration: Bulgarika! Potluck at 6 then dancing to touring Bulgarian band Bulgarika till 10:30 or so. This is a rare treat, enhanced by a short performance by Denver area dance troupe Gaitani, and instruction in a special Hora by Stoyan Getsov. Don't miss this one!! $15 general admission, $10 BIFD members.   Bulgarika is master musicians Donka Koleva (vocals),Nikolay Kolev (gadulka), Temelko Ivanov (kaval), Nikolay Kodzabashev (tambura), and Marin Chalumov (tupan). Individual and group lessons available…

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Blues Workshop With Julie Brown

October 7 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Avalon, Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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We are delighted to present a workshop of dancing to the Blues with the one and only Julie Brown!

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Date:
Sunday October 8th 2023
Time:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Other, Waltz
Cost:
$
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Susie Reisser: sreisser@gmail.com
or Kurt Reisser: 7208370757 - kurt.reisser@gmail.com

No Tea Dance this month. See you in November!

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Date:
Saturday October 14th 2023
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Contra
Cost:
$15
Location:
Boulder Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Caroline Fuller: Zesty@cfootmad.org

Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance (CFOOTMAD) present a Zesty Contra dance the 2nd Saturday of each month. 7:00 p.m.- 10:00p.m. $15 for non-members; $12 for members; always live music.  The Zesty contra dance series is for dancers with some experience with contra dance.  There is no lesson before the dance, and walk-throughs may be abbreviated, or for simpler dances, eliminated entirely.

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Date:
Saturday October 28th 2023
Time:
6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Other, Swing, Waltz
Cost:
$30.
Location:
Main ballroom Avalon
Boulder, CO United States
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Nov 2023

Date:
Sunday November 12th 2023
Time:
2:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Swing, Waltz
Cost:
$20 at the door
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Susie Reisser: sreisser@gmail.com
or Kurt Reisser: 7208370757 - kurt.reisser@gmail.com
or Bob Warden: 3038176755 - warden_2@comcast.net

November Tea Dance Live music by Susan Rogers and the Exuberant Quartet The theme for this dance is Thanksgiving so wear Fall Colors! - - - Social and friendly ballroom dancing to great live music at the Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance. Enjoy couple dances such as waltz, foxtrot, swing, tango, and one-step. Live music and light refreshments are included in your admission price. No prior dance experience required. No partner needed. This is a great opportunity to dress up a…

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Dec 2023

Date:
Sunday December 10th 2023
Time:
2:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Swing, Waltz
Cost:
$20 at the door
Location:
The Avalon, Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Susie Reisser: sreisser@gmail.com
or Kurt Reisser: 7208370757 - kurt.reisser@gmail.com
or Bob Warden: 3038176755 - warden_2@comcast.net

December Tea Dance Live music by Rodney Sauer and the Mont Alto Orchestra The theme for this dance is Holidays so wear something festive! – – – – – – – – – Social and friendly ballroom dancing to great live music at the Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance. Enjoy couple dances such as waltz, foxtrot, swing, tango, and one-step. Live music and light refreshments are included in your admission price. No prior dance experience required. No partner needed. This is…

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Mar 2024

Boulder Swing Social Dance (Lindy Hop, DJed)

March 2, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Avalon, Sodal Hall, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States
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Boulder Swing Dance is back in 2023! Join us for a social dance party from 8-11 pm in Sodal Hall on March 4th as we begin our regular schedule - 1st and 4th Saturdays of the month! Beginner Lindy Hop lesson before the dance from 7-8 pm for $5! $10 or $5 for students. We accept cash, card, and Venmo. Masks optional, no proof of vaccination required. www.boulderswingdance.com

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Hands Across Contra

March 29, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Boulder Tango Studio, 6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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May 2024

Date:
Saturday May 11th 2024
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Contra
Cost:
$15
Location:
Boulder Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Caroline Fuller: Zesty@cfootmad.org

Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance (CFOOTMAD) present a Zesty Contra dance the 2nd Saturday of each month. 7:00 p.m.- 10:00p.m. $12 always live music.  The Zesty contra dance series is for dancers with some experience with contra dance.  There is no lesson before the dance, and walk-throughs may be abbreviated, or for simpler dances, eliminated entirely.

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Hands Across Contra

May 31, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Boulder Tango Studio, 6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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Nov 2024

Hands Across Contra

November 29, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Boulder Tango Studio, 6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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