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2023


May 2023


Friday 5 May 2023

Argentine Tango Thuy's Milonga With Maja and Marko

Fri 5 May to Sun 7 May. The website link offers the most convenient way for you to opt-in by making sure you have time to register when all the details are in. At that time we will also direct you to a new, updated event page that will then be published. Please go ahead and indicate going or interested. Doing so will help us make sure we do not forget to notify you. Thank you, Thuy and David. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville. David Chayes, 786-524-8259. Tango with Thuy - [website][email][events]

Contra Dance Weekend with Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket in Melrose

Fri 5 May to Sat 6 May, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday 12-3 pm Saturday 6-9 pm Single dances on weekends are $15 for adults, $30 for a weekend pass Weekend dances are $7.50 for youth age 18-25, $15 for a weekend pass. Children under 18 accompanied by adults are free. This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including children and spectators. When booking: You must first be fully vaccinated and registered on the website dancingfish.dance. One ticket only (everyone makes their own booking). Select your booking category and send your booking. Pay for your booking using the Donate button on the website event page. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]


Saturday 6 May 2023

Contra Dance Weekend with Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket in Melrose

Sat 6 May, 12-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday 12-3 pm Saturday 6-9 pm Single dances on weekends are $15 for adults, $30 for a weekend pass Weekend dances are $7.50 for youth age 18-25, $15 for a weekend pass. Children under 18 accompanied by adults are free. This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including children and spectators. When booking: You must first be fully vaccinated and registered on the website dancingfish.dance. One ticket only (everyone makes their own booking). Select your booking category and send your booking. Pay for your booking using the Donate button on the website event page. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]


Sunday 7 May 2023

Celebration of Life in Loving Memory of Al Rogers

Sun 7 May, 2-5 pm. 1 pm Doors open 2 – 5 pm Celebration of life and memorial dance Please join us for a celebration of Al’s life with a memorial service followed by a dance including some of his favorite dance forms. Admission is free and open to the public. Celebration of Life in Loving Memory of Al Rogers, June 9, 1948 – March 1, 2023. Al was a prominent member of several dance communities (English Country, Contra, Scottish, and Irish dance) in Gainesville, FL. He regularly traveled throughout north and central Florida to support other dance communities. Al was an accomplished and kind dancer, a true gentleman in all respects. It didn’t matter if someone was the newest or most experienced dancer—he danced joyfully with all dancers and he took great pride in helping new dancers learn to dance. Al was the true embodiment of a dance angel. A longtime resident of Gainesville, Al was a superb trumpet player in the Gainesville High School ban ... Gainesville Women’s Club, 2809 West University Avenue, Gainesville, 32607. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [more][website][email][events]

DFW Swingout Beginners Class with Wanda Lloyd 7 of 8

Sun 7 May, 5-6 pm. $10 per person each class. Cash App: $blssdfuture Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture You must have a partner. Masks are required. All proceeds benefit I AM STEM Summer Camp. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Thursday 11 May 2023

Little Mike and the Tornadoes at One Love Cafe

Thu 11 May, 6-9 pm. If you like to dance the blues, and swing to old-school jazz tunes you will enjoy Little Mike and the Tornadoes at One Love Cafe from 6-9 pm. They play on the second Thursday night of every month. Yep, all they play is old-school jazz and the blues. Fun, fun dancing. Hope to see some of you there. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]


Saturday 13 May 2023

Jazz on the Green at Celebration Pointe with Decyo McDuffie and the Newcombs

Sat 13 May, 7-9 pm. Join us for live music, food, and drinks and more. Do not miss Gainesville Big Band on the stage in the Promenade. Spread a blanket under the setting sun, and catch some beautiful music on the green. See you there. We are taking all precautions during this time to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for this event. We recommend that event attendees follow CDC recommendations to wear a mask and maintain a safe social distance while enjoying the music. If you have any questions or concerns please message us. Celebration Pointe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [website][events]


Sunday 14 May 2023

DFW Swingout Beginners Class with Wanda Lloyd 8 of 8

Sun 14 May, 5-6 pm. $10 per person each class. Cash App: $blssdfuture Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture You must have a partner. Masks are required. All proceeds benefit I AM STEM Summer Camp. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Saturday 20 May 2023

Contra Dance with Joey Norton and Katie’s Contradiction at the Dancing Fish in Melrose

Sat 20 May, 6-9 pm. This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including spectators. Masks are optional. The Dancing Fish is now insulated with heating and air conditioning for your year-round dancing comfort. When booking: You must first be fully vaccinated and registered on the website dancingfish.dance. One ticket only (everyone makes their own booking). Select your booking category and send your booking. Pay for your booking using the Donate button on the website event page. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. $10. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]

Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

Sat 20 May, 6-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band at One Love Cafe. Join us at One Love Cafe for fresh locally-sourced ingredients prepared in delicious dishes, craft beers and dancing. Bring the whole family for a great time. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [website][events]


Sunday 21 May 2023

Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Sun 21 May, 3-6 pm. Bring your own food and drinks. There are many eateries nearby. Open to everyone. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Saturday 27 May 2023

Swing Theory at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Sat 27 May, 7-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band. Arthur Murray Dance Center, 304 SW Broadway, St. B, Ocala, 34470. Swing Dance Gainesville - [website][events]

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