2016
February 2016
Monday 1 February 2016
Mon 1 Feb, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners. 6:15 to 7:15 Regular session. Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time. Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques. These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 1 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 1 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 1 Feb, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 1 Feb, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 1 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 2 February 2016
Tue 2 Feb, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 2 Feb, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 2 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 2 Feb, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 2 Feb, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 3 February 2016
Wed 3 Feb, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 3 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 3 Feb, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 4 February 2016
Thu 4 Feb, 12-1:15 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 6-7 pm. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $59 for 6 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 4 Feb, 8:30-10:30 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 5 February 2016
Fri 5 Feb, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 5 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 5 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. 6:30pm Free Dinner – Large “Superbowl” Style Hoagie/Submarine plus sides 7:30pm Service and Program followed by Pot-Luck Dessert A $15 donation for adults and $10 donation for kids will be much appreciated to help defray our costs for this special evening. Please RSVP by Feb. 3 so we’ll know how much food and drink to order. St. Johns, 81 Christopher St., New York, NY, 10014, New York, 10014. Amy Stein, (212) 213-1002. Free. The City Congregation - [website][email][events]
Fri 5 Feb, 7:45-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Saturday 6 February 2016
Sat 6 Feb, 7:30-11:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $10, $5 students. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Sunday 7 February 2016
Sun 7 Feb. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 7 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 7 Feb, 3:30-5 pm. Why is the moon smaller than the sun? How did shame destroy the Temple? What made the cow so pious? What is the tale of two brothers? Who was Elijah? Who are the 36 righteous Jews? What do we learn from Samson and the Golem? Our collective literature offers us a wealth of stories and folktales that have been passed down from generation to generation. Do these teachings make sense to us? What messages do they convey? Are the lessons worth preserving or rejecting?. SAJ, 15 West 86th St., NY, NY, New York, 10024. Rabbi Peter Schweitzer, (212) 213-1002. Free. The City Congregation - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Feb, 4-7 pm. 2:45 Waltz. 3:30 Beginners lesson, a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Bolton Recreation Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Feb, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 7 Feb, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 8 February 2016
Mon 8 Feb, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners. 6:15 to 7:15 Regular session. Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time. Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques. These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 8 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 8 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 8 Feb, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 8 Feb, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 8 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 9 February 2016
Tue 9 Feb, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 9 Feb, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 9 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 9 Feb, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 9 Feb, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 10 February 2016
Wed 10 Feb, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 10 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 10 Feb, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 11 February 2016
Thu 11 Feb, 12-1:15 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 6-7 pm. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $59 for 6 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 11 Feb, 8:30-10:30 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 12 February 2016
Fri 12 Feb, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 12 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 12 Feb, 7:30-10 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, #301, Hwy 26, corner of Grove Street, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 12 Feb, 7:45-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 12 Feb, 8 pm-12 am. 8 pm Lesson. 9 pm Social dancing. Get excited. Join us for our annual Valentines dance. There will be fun, friends, dancing, and decorations. You may come alone or with a group of friends. Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required. This night we have 3 lessons for you: Intro Lesson, Intermediate Lesson and Special Topics. Dressing up is not mandatory but many of us will be dressing up anyway. So come in your fancy outfits if you like. Bring a water bottle if you can because we sometimes run out of cups for everyone. As for parking, you may do so in the lot across the UTC building. If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers and we will help you out. We hope to dance with you all soon. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. $5. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 13 February 2016
Sat 13 Feb to Sun 6 Mar. An uproarious Broadway comedy about midlife malaise starring Sally Wingert. PO BOX 16155, St. Paul, 55116. 651-647-4315. $20-$32. Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company - [website][email][events]
Sat 13 Feb, 8 pm-12 am. Public milonga for Argentine Tango dancers. Held regularly on the second Saturday of each month. Non-dancers welcome to come and watch for free. Music is predominately Golden Age 1935-1945, some 20s and 50s, some Alternative and Nuevo. Bring drinks and snacks. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Steve Littler, Sarah Bollinger. $10. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [email][events]
Sat 13 Feb, 8-10:30 pm. Mix of ballroom, latin and swing music. Large wooden dance floor & smoke free. Lots of free parking. $10, $7 student. No partner necessary. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 14 February 2016
Sun 14 Feb. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 14 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 14 Feb, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 14 Feb, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Feb, 6-9 pm. On Valentine's evening, we join together to sing and dance to the theme of Love. Come at 6:00 for a vegetarian potluck dinner, followed by original chants with Khalika. Dancing with DiAnahita begins at 7:00. Favorite dances include Metta Karuna, Altissimo Corazon, He Kehau, Return to Love, and more, plus a new dance. Gainesville Retreat Center, 1551 SE 51 Street, Gainesville, 32641. Diana Kanoy. $5 - $10 donation. Dances of Universal Peace - Gainesville - [website][email][events]
Monday 15 February 2016
Mon 15 Feb, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners. 6:15 to 7:15 Regular session. Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time. Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques. These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 15 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 15 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 15 Feb, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 15 Feb, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 15 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 16 February 2016
Tue 16 Feb, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 16 Feb, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 16 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 16 Feb, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 16 Feb, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 17 February 2016
Wed 17 Feb, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 to 10 third Wednesday dance social. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 17 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 17 Feb, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 18 February 2016
Thu 18 Feb, 12-1:15 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 6-7 pm. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $59 for 6 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 18 Feb, 8:30-10:30 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 19 February 2016
Fri 19 Feb, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 19 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 19 Feb, 7:45-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 19 Feb, 8-10:30 pm. A variety of ballroom music including Latin, foxtrot and swing will be provided by the New Day Quintet dance band. You do not need a partner. Even if you do not dance you can come and enjoy a wide variety of music, socialize, or just watch the fun. Beverages and light snacks will be available. You may bring your own beer and wine (restrictions will apply). Please drink responsibly. A 50/50 drawing benefiting Melanoma research will be offered. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Gary Cook, 352-481-2576. $10. Rena's Ballroom - [more][email][events]
Fri 19 Feb, 8 pm-12 am. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Free. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 20 February 2016
Sat 20 Feb, 7-10 pm. 5:45 Waltz. 6:30 Beginners lesson a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 20 Feb, 10 pm-1 am. Swing dance to live band. Market Street Pub and Cabaret, 112 SW 1 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Sally Dash, 352-612-0723. Market Street Pub and Cabaret - [email][events]
Sunday 21 February 2016
Sun 21 Feb. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 21 Feb, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Greetings vintage waltzers. This Sunday for our second time we gather at our new dance venue, Rena's Ballroom at 720 NW 23rd Ave.
Don Page will be there by 10:15. Set up shouldn't take too long. Lena's Ballroom has plenty of tables & chairs & other amenities to help us be very comfortable. Parking space extends east & west along the back of the studio building.
Invite a new dancer. Bring a friend. First time attendees get in FREE. Otherwise, $5 students. $10 adults. Please wear non-scuff shoes in the building.
Please bring a covered dish to share. Don will have the coffee on for you. Invite a new dancer. Bring a friend. FIRST time attendees get in Free. Otherwise, admission is $5 for students. $10 for adults. Please wear non-scuff shoes in the building.
Please bring a covered dish to share. Bob has disallowed me making coffee there as he said that there is a chance doing so would trip a circuit breaker & shut down one of t ... Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609. Joyce Thompson 352-371-8054, Don Page 352-377-1918. $10, $5 students. Vintage Waltz - [more][email][events]
Sun 21 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 21 Feb, 3:30-5 pm. Why is there poverty? What is our responsibility to care for the poor? Why do we prefer the term tzedaka over charity? From the Bible and the Talmud to our own time, our texts address these questions and others, about how to assist the needy. What do our Jewish teachings tell us to do? Find out about the origin of tithing. Consider Maimonides’ Eight Degrees of Charity and how to protect the dignity of the impoverished. Assess your own values and prioritize which contemporary charitable organizations (Jewish and non-Jewish) are most important to you. SAJ, 15 West 86th St., NY, NY, New York, 10024. Rabbi Peter Schweitzer, (212) 213-1002. Free. The City Congregation - [website][email][events]
Sun 21 Feb, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 21 Feb, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 22 February 2016
Mon 22 Feb, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners. 6:15 to 7:15 Regular session. Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time. Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques. These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 22 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 22 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 22 Feb, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 22 Feb, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 22 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 23 February 2016
Tue 23 Feb, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 23 Feb, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 23 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 23 Feb, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 23 Feb, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 24 February 2016
Wed 24 Feb, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 24 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 24 Feb, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 25 February 2016
Thu 25 Feb, 12-1:15 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 6-7 pm. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $59 for 6 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 25 Feb, 8:30-10:30 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 26 February 2016
Fri 26 Feb to Sun 28 Feb. Music by Nightwatch and Notorious. Callers Will Mentor and Angela DeCarlis. Annual weekend of contra dance with a focus on Heavenly bands and Stellar callers. Featuring the star-studded presence of two great bands. Night Watch with Owen Morrison, Naomi Morse, and Jeremiah McLane. Notorious with Larry Unger, Eden McAdam-Somer, and Sam Bartlett. Purchase tickets far in advance. This sells out early. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Ave, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $95. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [email][events]
Fri 26 Feb, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 26 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 26 Feb, 8 pm-12 am. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Free. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 27 February 2016
Sat 27 Feb to Sun 28 Feb. Music by Nightwatch and Notorious. Callers Will Mentor and Angela DeCarlis. Annual weekend of contra dance with a focus on Heavenly bands and Stellar callers. Featuring the star-studded presence of two great bands. Night Watch with Owen Morrison, Naomi Morse, and Jeremiah McLane. Notorious with Larry Unger, Eden McAdam-Somer, and Sam Bartlett. Purchase tickets far in advance. This sells out early. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Ave, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $95. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [email][events]
Sat 27 Feb, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Waltz in the sunlit morning ambience of the Mediterranean Revival-style Historic Thomas Center's Spanish Court to the enchanting music of Hoggetowne Fancy and Notorious on Saturday morning of Dancing with the Gods 2016 weekend.
The Schedule:
9:00 am The Thomas Center opens.
9:00-9:30 Set up tables, chairs, and refreshments.
9:30-10:45 Waltz to music by Hoggetown Fancy.
10:45-11:15 Waltz presentation by Robert DeRochemont.
11:30-12:30 Waltz to music by Notorious.
12:30-1:00 Clean-up.
Admission: $25 at the door (or included for all registered for the GODS weekend) includes a delicioius brunch, live music by two bands, waltz workshop by Robert DeRochemont.
This event is co-sponsored by the Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society (GODS) and the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department – a CAPRA accredited agency. Thomas Center, 302 NE 6 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Joyce Thompson 352-371-8054, Don Page 352-377-1918. Vintage Waltz - [email][events]
Sat 27 Feb, 8-11:30 pm. 8 to 8:30 Lesson taught by Andrea. 8:30 pm Dancing. Join us for an elegant evening with beautiful tango music. Non-dancers are welcome to come watch, no charge. Bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy the night. Water bottles are available for $1. Free parking on both sides of the building, and in the back. We look forward to welcome you all. Bring your tango and non-tango friends. Hip Moves Studio, 708 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609. Andrea Pham. $10, $5 students. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Sat 27 Feb, 8-10:30 pm. Mix of ballroom, latin and swing music. Large wooden dance floor & smoke free. Lots of free parking. $10, $7 student. No partner necessary. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sat 27 Feb, 8 pm. Cairo Nights Hafla returns with an evening of live Arabic music and belly dance. Dancers Leela, Najmah, Souzan, and special featured guest Amantha of Austin TX, as well as students from Leela's performance skills series, perform with the fabulous Nour Wa Khayal Ensemble. Market Street Pub, 112 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Leela Corman, 718-687-7433. $10. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][email][events]
Sunday 28 February 2016
Sun 28 Feb. Music by Nightwatch and Notorious. Callers Will Mentor and Angela DeCarlis. Annual weekend of contra dance with a focus on Heavenly bands and Stellar callers. Featuring the star-studded presence of two great bands. Night Watch with Owen Morrison, Naomi Morse, and Jeremiah McLane. Notorious with Larry Unger, Eden McAdam-Somer, and Sam Bartlett. Purchase tickets far in advance. This sells out early. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Ave, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $95. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [email][events]
Sun 28 Feb. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 28 Feb, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 28 Feb, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 28 Feb, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 29 February 2016
Mon 29 Feb, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners.
6:15 to 7:15 Regular session.
Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time.
Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending.
For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances.
For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques.
These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 29 Feb, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 29 Feb, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 29 Feb, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 29 Feb, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 29 Feb, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]