Calendar
Events in May 2022
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Joyride 1st Wednesday Contra Dance with Laurel Thomas
Joyride 1st Wednesday Contra Dance with Laurel Thomas
Wed May 4, 2022First Wednesday contra dance at Polish Hall with Laurel Thomas calling
Printable Flier with logistics and covid protocols
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PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Erik Weberg with Heather Pinney, George Penk, Bill Tomczak, Laura Kuhlman
PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Erik Weberg with Heather Pinney, George Penk, Bill Tomczak, Laura Kuhlman
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Fri May 6, 2022Per PCDC Guidelines: For everyone's safety and comfort all must be vaccinated and boosted (if eligible), sign a waiver and provide contact information. Well fitting masks are required for all, except the caller and musicians when they are on the stage.
Please click here for the PCDC COVID Safety guidelines for the English Dance.Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in.
Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request.
No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor.
No partner required
Admission: Sliding Scale. Pay what you can. Recommended range $7.00 - $15.00
Caller: Erik Weberg
Band: Heather Pinney/piano, George Penk/violin, Bill Tomczak/sax, Laura Kuhlman/flute
For more information about English Dance, please see: https://portlandcountrydance.org/english-country-dance/
Questions? Email our English Dance Committee Chairperson
Location: Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall
8936 SW 17th Av
Portland, Oregon 97219Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall8936 SW 17th AvPortland, Oregon 97219 -
1st Saturday Contra Dance: The Stage Crew with Erik Weberg (pre-registration encouraged: TheStageCrewBand@gmail.com)
1st Saturday Contra Dance: The Stage Crew with Erik Weberg (pre-registration encouraged: TheStageCrewBand@gmail.com)
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Sat May 7, 2022
May 7th - The Stage Crew and Erik Weberg (ladies/gents)
7:00 - 10:30 (teaching session for newcomers at 7:00; dance at 7:30)
Fulton Hall - 68 SW Miles in Portland
$6 - $15 sliding scale admission
Preregistration encouraged: TheStageCrewBand@gmail.comCovid Protocols in effect: proof of vaccine and booster, a close-fitting mask, a signed waiver, and contact tracing information is required for admission to this dance while we are dealing with the consequences of the pandemic. If you have provided this information at another Portland dance, you will not need to do it again at this dance.
68 SW Miles StPortland, Oregon 97219503-823-3180 -
PCDC English Country Dance Committee meeting
PCDC English Country Dance Committee meeting
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Mon May 9, 2022The English Country Dance Committee meetings are held in odd months, on-line, from 7:00 – 9:00.
Meetings are open to all PCDC members. If interested in attending and/or volunteering, please email ecd-chair@portlandcountrydance.org
on-linePCDC English Country Dance Committee meetingPCDC English Country Dance Committee meeting
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Mon May 9, 2022The English Country Dance Committee meetings are held in odd months, on-line, from 7:00 – 9:00.
Meetings are open to all PCDC members. If interested in attending and/or volunteering, please email ecd-chair@portlandcountrydance.org
Online - contact organizer for accessPCDC English Country Dance Committee meetingPCDC English Country Dance Committee meeting
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Mon May 9, 2022The English Country Dance Committee meetings are held in odd months, on-line, from 7:00 – 9:00.
Meetings are open to all PCDC members. If interested in attending and/or volunteering, please email ecd-chair@portlandcountrydance.org
on-linePCDC PDX Contra Committee meetingPCDC PDX Contra Committee meeting
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Mon May 9, 2022The Portland Contra Committee meets (usually) on 2nd Monday's to support the needs of Contra dance events and dancers.
Meeting locations vary and may be online. Meetings are open to all PCDC members. If interested in attending, volunteering, or would like a Zoom link, please email contra-chair@portlandcountrydance.org.
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2nd Thursday Tunes Teaching Session
2nd Thursday Tunes Teaching Session
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Thu May 12, 2022Learn contra dance tunes by ear!
If you play a melody instrument and want to learn some of those tunes you’ve been dancing to, the Second Thursday PCDC Dance Tunes Sessions might be for you! Tunes are taught by ear in true folk music style, by local musicians who are great teachers and are masters of contra dance music. The focus is on developing a common repertoire so we can play with other musicians at jam sessions, and at PCDC's 5th Saturday Open Band. All instruments and all levels are welcome!
Cost: $10 for PCDC members, $15 for non-members
See our website Opens in new tab for more information and recordings of past tunes.
Meetings alternate between homes in SW Portland and SE Portland. A Zoom option is also available. If you have questions or would like to be added to the distribution list, email Sharon
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PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Ric Goldman with Carl Thor, Jon Neff, Leslie Hirsch, Erik Weberg
PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Ric Goldman with Carl Thor, Jon Neff, Leslie Hirsch, Erik Weberg
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Fri May 13, 2022Per PCDC Guidelines: For everyone's safety and comfort all must be vaccinated and boosted (if eligible), sign a waiver and provide contact information. Well fitting masks are required for all, except the caller and musicians when they are on the stage.
Please click here for the PCDC COVID Safety guidelines for the English Dance.Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in.
Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request.
No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor.
No partner required
Admission: Sliding Scale. Pay what you can. Recommended range $7.00 - $15.00
Caller: Ric Goldman
Band: Carl Thor/piano, Jon Neff/bass, Leslie Hirsch/violin, Eric Weberg/flute
For more information about English Dance, please see: https://portlandcountrydance.org/english-country-dance/
Questions? Email our English Dance Committee Chairperson
Location: Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall
8936 SW 17th Av
Portland, Oregon 97219Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall8936 SW 17th AvPortland, Oregon 97219 -
PCDC 2nd Saturday Contra: Riff Raff with Woody Lane (pre-registration REQUESTED)
PCDC 2nd Saturday Contra: Riff Raff with Woody Lane (pre-registration REQUESTED)
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Sat May 14, 2022Our Saturday night contra dance series at Fulton Hall continues on May 14! The band Riff Raff will head down from Olympia to play for us. Lindon Tony and Jessie Partridge lead the band, joined by Dante Faulk and Eros Fault. This event will be a contra dance with Woody Lane calling using gender-neutral calling.
All folks must be vaxxed, boosted, and masked. Check our COVID-19 rules for attendees so you don't get turned away at the door.
Preregistration no longer required, but if you have not been to a PCDC event in the past year, you can help us expedite the entry process by filling out our contact tracing online registration form!
Note our new start time for 2022: 7 pm for newcomer/refresher lesson, 7:30 pm for dancing.68 SW Miles StPortland, Oregon 97219503-823-3180An English Country Ball: Laura Hatch and Fine CompanionsAn English Country Ball: Laura Hatch and Fine Companions
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Sat May 14, 2022Time: 7:30pm - 10:45pm
Pre-registration and proof of vaccination required
Register at: http://portlandenglishcountryball.com Opens in new tab
Maximum Attendance: 50 dancers
Suggested contribution: $15-$30
Caller: Laura Hatch
Band: Fine Companions (Betsy Branch, Lisa Scott, Bill Tomczak, Erik Weberg)
St Barnabas Episcopal Church2201 SW Vermont StPortland, Oregon 97219 -
PCDC Board Meeting
PCDC Board Meeting
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Tue May 17, 2022The PCDC Board meets (usually) on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to address tactical and strategic issues facing the organization.
Meeting locations vary. Meetings are open to all PCDC members. If interested in attending, contact us or email board at portlandcountrydance dot org.
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PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Laura Hatch with Musica Universalis
PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Laura Hatch with Musica Universalis
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Fri May 20, 2022Per PCDC Guidelines: For everyone's safety and comfort all must be vaccinated and boosted (if eligible), sign a waiver and provide contact information. Well fitting masks are required for all, except the caller and musicians when they are on the stage.
Please click here for the PCDC COVID Safety guidelines for the English Dance.Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in.
Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request.
No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor.
No partner required
Admission: Sliding Scale. Pay what you can. Recommended range $7.00 - $15.00
Caller: Laura Hatch
Band: Musica Universalis: Paul Beck/cymbalom, Elizabeth O’Connor/violin/vielle, Esther Saulle/viola da gamba/recorders, Laura Kuhlman/winds/bagpipes
For more information about English Dance, please see: https://portlandcountrydance.org/english-country-dance/
Questions? Email our English Dance Committee Chairperson
Location: Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall
8936 SW 17th Av
Portland, Oregon 97219Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall8936 SW 17th AvPortland, Oregon 97219 -
3rd Saturday Contra: The Campaign for Reel Time with Susan Michaels
3rd Saturday Contra: The Campaign for Reel Time with Susan Michaels
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Sat May 21, 2022
Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. May 21, The Campaign for Reel Time (Betsy Branch, Bill Tomczak, Mark Douglass) will play for us and Susan Michaels will call.
Newcomer introductory session at 7:00, dance from 7:30 to 10:00.
68 SW Miles StPortland, Oregon 97219503-823-3180 -
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
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Fri May 27, 2022 – Mon May 30, 2022A great many of us plan to be up in Seattle for the Northwest Folklife Festival.
Seattle Center305 Harrison StSeattle, Washington 98109PCDC Friday Night English Dance: Cynthia Stenger with Fine CompanionsPCDC Friday Night English Dance: Cynthia Stenger with Fine Companions
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Fri May 27, 2022Per PCDC Guidelines: For everyone's safety and comfort all must be vaccinated and boosted (if eligible), sign a waiver and provide contact information. Well fitting masks are required for all, except the caller and musicians when they are on the stage.
Please click here for the PCDC COVID Safety guidelines for the English Dance.Dancing starts at 7:30. Show up early to check in.
Newcomers are always welcome. We waive the admission fee the first time you attend. An introductory session is available at 7:15 upon request.
No street shoes permitted beyond entryway. Only clean soled shoes permitted on the dance floor.
No partner required
Admission: Sliding Scale. Pay what you can. Recommended range $7.00 - $15.00
Caller: Cynthia Stenger
Band: Fine Companions: Lisa Scott/piano, Erik Weberg/flute, Bill Tomczak/sax
For more information about English Dance, please see: https://portlandcountrydance.org/english-country-dance/
Questions? Email our English Dance Committee Chairperson
Location: Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall
8936 SW 17th Av
Portland, Oregon 97219Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall8936 SW 17th AvPortland, Oregon 97219 -
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
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Fri May 27, 2022 – Mon May 30, 2022A great many of us plan to be up in Seattle for the Northwest Folklife Festival.
Seattle Center305 Harrison StSeattle, Washington 98109NO CONTRA DANCE: Go to Seattle for the NW Folklife Festival insteadNO CONTRA DANCE: Go to Seattle for the NW Folklife Festival instead
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Sat May 28, 2022
PCDC will NOT hold a contra dance this weekend. Many of the dancers and organizers will head to Seattle for the NW Folklife Festival instead. -
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
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Fri May 27, 2022 – Mon May 30, 2022A great many of us plan to be up in Seattle for the Northwest Folklife Festival.
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Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
Northwest Folklife Festival (SEATTLE)
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Fri May 27, 2022 – Mon May 30, 2022A great many of us plan to be up in Seattle for the Northwest Folklife Festival.
Seattle Center305 Harrison StSeattle, Washington 98109