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SUMMARY:Lift Ticket and Dereck Kalish
DESCRIPTION:Lift Ticket and Dereck Kalish\n \nLift Ticket is\n\nRex Blazer;\nJeff Spero; and\nTJ Crow.\n\nCaller: Dereck Kalish\nDereck Kalish\, contra caller\nDereck Kalish is a dynamic contra dance caller known for clear teaching\, smooth choreography\, and an engaging stage presence. His calling blends precision and humor\, helping both new and experienced dancers feel confident on the floor. \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm Contra Dance\nSaturday 12-3 pm Contra Dance\nSaturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner\nSaturday 6-9 pm Contra Dance\n\n \nPotluck Dinner on Saturdays\nAll are welcome to the Saturday Potluck. Come for the fellowship and stay for the food! We will have Salmon on the grill and plenty of delicious goodies. Questions? Text Suanne @ 386-290-3731 or email sukimsu@gmail.com \nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nAdmission: Donate Here using PayPal\, Debit or Credit Card
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/lift-ticket-2/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:April 3-4: Diane Silver & Hot Coffee Breakdown
DESCRIPTION:Diane Silver & Hot Coffee Breakdown\n \nHot Coffee Breakdown is a spirited contra dance band known for its driving rhythms\, playful energy\, and seamless blend of old-time and modern acoustic styles. Their lively tunes and infectious groove ignite dance floors wherever they play\, delivering sets that are both deeply traditional and refreshingly inventive. \nHot Coffee Breakdown is:\n\nTom Cunningham on  fiddle\nKate Sanders on keyboard\, and\nLuis deLeon on percussion.\n\nDiane Silver is a nationally respected contra dance caller renowned for her graceful delivery\, rhythmic intuition\, and warm connection with dancers. With a voice that guides with ease and a repertoire full of lively\, flowing dances\, she brings both professionalism and joy to every event she leads.\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm Contra Dance\nSaturday 12-3 pm Contra Dance\nSaturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner\nSaturday 6-9 pm Contra Dance\n\nPotluck Dinner Saturday afternoon\n \nAll are welcome at our potluck dinner Saturday between dances. We gather about 4:30. We will have plenty of salmon coming off the grill about 5 pm. Y’all have been bringing great food to share for all diets. Crockpots are welcome too. RSVP for a headcount sukimsu@gmail.com or text 386-290-3731. Thank you! \nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nAdmission: Donate Here using PayPal\, Debit or Credit Card
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/diane-silver-hot-coffee-breakdown/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Will Mentor & Jet Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Will Mentor & Jet Bridge\n \nKnown for their inventive arrangements and infectious grooves\, Jet Bridge blends old-time roots with contemporary flair\, creating a high-energy sound that keeps dancers on their toes and smiling all night. \nJet Bridge is:\n\nPaula Bradley\nSam Bartlett\nAbby Ladon\nSami Braman\n\nWill Mentor is a nationally acclaimed contra dance caller known for his expert timing\, engaging style\, and deep musical sensitivity. With a repertoire that spans traditional and contemporary contras\, he brings a calm authority and infectious enthusiasm that consistently elevate the dance experience for both beginners and veterans alike.\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n \nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nAdmission: Donate Here using PayPal\, Debit or Credit Card
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/will-mentor-jet-bridge-2/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Hannah Chamberlain with Larry Unger\, Emily Troll & Eric Boodman
DESCRIPTION:Hannah Chamberlain with Larry Unger\, Emily Troll & Eric Boodman\n \nHannah Chamberlain from Maine is a rising contra dance caller celebrated for her vibrant energy\, clear instruction\, and ability to build instant rapport with dancers. Her calling style blends confidence and charm\, making each dance set feel both accessible and exhilarating for all participants. \nMusic by:\n\n Larry Unger (Notorious);\nEric Boodman (Calico); and\nEmily Troll (Pine Tree Flyers and Anadama)\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\n\nPotluck Dinner at 4:30 pm\n\n\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nAdmission: Donate Here using PayPal\, Debit or Credit Card
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/hannah-chamberlain-with-larry-unger-emily-troll-eric-boodman/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Mary Wesley and Stomp Rocket • January 2–3\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mary Wesley & Stomp Rocket Return to The Dancing FishJanuary 2–3\, 2026 • Melrose\, FloridaTwo days • Three sessions \n  \n \nStomp Rocket is back together with Mary Wesley — and if you’ve danced here before\, you already know what that means. \nMary Wesley and Stomp Rocket return to The Dancing Fish for a full weekend of driving\, joyful\, deeply satisfying contra dancing. This is a pairing that Florida contra dancers recognize instantly: musical phrasing that is spot on\, choreography that flows\, and a dance barn like no other that rocks to the rhythm of Stomp Rocket. \n \nStomp Rocket is:\n\nDave Langford on fiddle;\nGlen Loper on mandolin and banjo; and\nBethany Waickman on guitar and keyboard.\n\nStomp Rocket brings exactly the kind of sound that thrives at The Dancing Fish: rhythmic\, grounded\, and irresistibly danceable. Their tunes have lift without frenzy\, drive without blur — the sort of music that rewards attentive dancing and keeps your feet grounded while your heart flies. They know how to stretch a phrase\, lean into a swing\, and fuel long lines late into the evening. \nThis is a three-session weekend for dancers who want time to warm up\, settle in\, and really dance. Expect a floor full of familiar faces\, strong lines\, and that unmistakable Dancing Fish feeling when everything clicks and nobody wants the night to end. \nMary Wesley\, contra caller\nMary Wesley of Vermont loves to share her infectious joy for traditional dancing with dancers of all ages. She has something to offer every crowd. Mary’s calling is a gift to experienced dancers. Her teaching is economical\, her timing precise\, and her programs build momentum without ever feeling rushed or over-explained. She trusts the floor\, shapes the arc of an evening with care\, and gives dancers the space to dance hard and dance well. \nPotluck Dinner on Saturday\n“Come one\, come all to the Saturday potluck between the afternoon and evening dances. Michael Croft and Suanne Kimmel are firing up the grill and yes\, we will have salmon and veggies again! Text RSVP to 386-290-3731 or email sukimsu@gmail.com” \nThere will be a Potluck Dinner on Saturday between afternoon & evening dances with salmon & veggies. \n \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nAdmission: Donate Here using PayPal\, Debit or Credit Card
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/mary-wesley-and-stomp-rocket/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Frenzy and Thunderwing with Janine Smith & Derick Kalish
DESCRIPTION:Frenzy and Thunderwing with Janine Smith & Derick Kalish\nA Dancing Fish Double-Header with two bands\, two callers totaling 16 hours of rocking music & dance!\nThunderwing is Cedar Stanistreet on fiddle\, Benjamin Foss on fiddle\, banjo\, and guitar\, and Amy Englesberg on piano and accordion. Together they draw upon their wide-ranging musical experiences to create their own kind of party within the New England contra dance tradition. Their electrifying energy will leave you soaring and stomping in delight! \n \nThunderwing is:\n\nCedar Stanistreet on fiddle\, \nBenjamin Foss on fiddle\, banjo\, and guitar\, and \nAmy Englesberg on piano and accordion.\n\nContra band Frenzy on stage at The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe on 5 March 2022\nFrenzy is:\n\nEden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle\nSam Bartlett on guitar; and\nPokey on percussion.\n\nCallers: Janine Smith and Derick Kalish\nJanine Smith and Stomp Rocket on stage at The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, June 5\, 2022\nDereck Kalish\, contra caller\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 6-10 pm\nSaturday 12-4 pm\nSaturday 6-10 pm\nSunday 11-3 pm\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\nPayment should be made online whenever possible (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/thunderwing-derick-kalish/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Terry Doyle & Playing with Fyre
DESCRIPTION:Terry Doyle & Playing with Fyre\nGet ready to dance with spirits and sparks! Playing with Fyre brings their blazing blend of fiddle\, rhythm\, and mischief to set the night aglow at The Dancing Fish. These merry tricksters keep the floor swirling with tunes hot enough to wake the dead—and caller Terry Doyle will conjure your every move with her devilish charm and steady hand. Costumes encouraged\, laughter inevitable. Bring your broomsticks\, your partners\, and your best ghostly grin for a night where even the pumpkins can’t sit still! \n \nPlaying With Fyre is:\n\nGeorge Paul on keyboard;\nRob Zisette on fiddle; and\nSteve Kemble on percussion.\n\nPlaying with Fyre hails from the Blue Ridge mountain region and offers a dazzling mix of fiddle fire\, funky piano\, and driving percussion that propels contras into something electric. Rob’s fiery fiddle playing\, George’s funky\, bluesy piano\, and Steve’s extraordinary percussion create an ambience of dance seldom experienced. \nTerry Doyle\, contra dance caller\nTerry Doyle has been a vibrant force in the contra-dance world for more than two decades\, combining warm teaching\, energetic calling\, melodic phrasing\, and a genuine community-spirit that welcomes both newcomers and seasoned dancers alike. Whether she’s leading a flat-foot workshop one moment or calling a spirited contra the next\, she brings clarity\, rhythm and joy to the floor—ensuring that the dance isn’t just heard but lived. With her on the mic\, you’re not just following steps—you’re becoming part of a living\, breathing contra adventure. \nPotluck Dinner at The Dancing Fish\, Saturday November 1st\nAll are welcome\, serving what you bring! Michael Croft & Suanne Kimmel will be firing up the grill. Please text or email Suanne\, (386-290-3731\, sukimsu@gmail.com)\, if you plan on attending so we know  how many to expect. \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nAdmission\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\nPayment should be made online whenever possible\,  (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/terry-doyle-playing-with-fyre/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T190000
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SUMMARY:The Free Raisins & Alexandra Deis-Lauby
DESCRIPTION:The Free Raisins & Alexandra Deis-Lauby\nThe Free Raisins light up the dance floor with their high-energy blend of fiddle\, piano\, and rhythm\, weaving traditional contra tunes with fresh twists and playful surprises. Their music is irresistible—driving reels that lift your feet\, smooth waltzes that carry you away\, and joyful grooves that keep the hall buzzing all night long. \n \n The Free Raisins are:\n\nJeff Kaufman — Mandolin\, Feet;\nAmy Englesberg — Piano\, Accordion; and\nfeaturing Hayden Stern performing for Audrey Knuth — Fiddle\n\n \nHayden Stern is a Seattle-based fiddle/violinist\, composer\, and teacher\, known for work in Scottish\, Cape Breton\, and contra-dance styles. He will be performing on behalf of Audrey Knuth. \nCaller: Alexandra Deis-Lauby\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlexandra Deis-Lauby brings warmth\, joy\, and infectious energy to every dance floor she steps onto. With a clear voice\, a lively sense of humor\, and a deep understanding of community dance traditions\, Alexandra makes dancers of all levels feel right at home. Whether guiding newcomers through their first contra dance or leading seasoned dancers into a whirlwind of flowing figures\, she has a gift for keeping the room moving smoothly and smiling together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation (No need to register or pay in advance)\n\n\nAdults: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\nYouth (under 26): $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n \nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/alexandra-deis-lauby-and-free-raisins/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T180000
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SUMMARY:Labor Day Weekend with Kenny Greer and Howe & Company
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day Weekend Blast\nFeaturing Kenny Greer and Howe & Company\nKenny Greer is a contra dance caller known for his skill as a caller\, his passion for promoting the dance\, and his commitment to supporting new callers. He is described as a “great\, fun caller” who brings energy and enjoyment to contra dances. \n \nHowe and Company is:\n\nEdward Howe on fiddle;\nKyle Jarrard on banjo;\nMark Murphy on bass;\nHelen Kuhar on guitar; and\nTami Howe on percussion.\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\nSunday 12-3 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\nPayment should be made online whenever possible\,  (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\n\n\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n \nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/labor-day-weekend-with-howe-company/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:July 4th Weekend Blast with Kingfisher + Crossover + Bob Isaacs + Luke Donforth
DESCRIPTION:July 4th Weekend: Kingfisher and Crossover\nFour 4-hr sessions with Bob Isaacs and Luke Donforth \n \nKingfisher is Cecilia Vacanti and Jeff Kaufman.\n \nCrossover is:\n\nAlex Cumming (Accordion/Piano)\, \nLen Bittenson (Viola/Fiddle/Recorder) and \nCarol Bittenson (Fiddle).\n\nCallers:\n\nBob Isaacs \nLuke Donforth\n\nContra caller Bob Isaacs\nIf you’ve ever danced a Bob Isaacs contra\, you know he’s a master of musical momentum—crafting choreography that feels both intuitive and exhilarating. With his rich repertoire\, crisp teaching style\, and uncanny instinct for flow\, Bob has earned a national reputation for calling dances that are as satisfying to the brain as they are to the feet. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or an aspiring caller\, Bob brings clarity\, wit\, and a love for the tradition that lifts every hall he enters. \nThis July 4th weekend at The Dancing Fish\, Bob Isaacs will lead a special Caller’s Workshop Series open to all who wish to explore the art of contra calling. Sessions run Friday through Sunday (July 4–6\, 2025)\, culminating in a workshop-led dance on Sunday morning. The full workshop series costs $25. For the full schedule and details\, download the event flyer or contact Bob directly at gridnik64@gmail.com. \nCaller Luke Donforth\nLuke Donforth brings a warm and inviting playfulness to the hall with his calling. Contra caller and choreographer\, based in Burlington\, VT\, he calls new and traditional contras at weekly dances\, festivals\, barn dances\, weddings\, and parties. Luke has shared the joy of dancing far and wide — in over a third of the US and a fifth of Canadian provinces. \nDance Sessions:\n\nFriday 6-10 pm\nSaturday 12-4 pm\nSaturday 6-10 pm\nSunday 11-3 pm\n\n\nFriday\, July 4th:\n\n\n\n\n10 am – 1 pm: Boat Parade\n\n\n\n2 pm Callers Workshop\n4 pm – 6 pm Potluck Dinner\n\n\n\n6 pm – 8 pm Contra Dance (Bob Isaacs + KingFisher)\n\n\n\n8 pm – 10 pm Contra Dance (Luke Donforth + CrossOver)\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 5th:\n\n\n\n\n10 am Callers Workshop Contra Dance (Bob Isaacs + CrossOver)\n\n\n\n12 pm – 2 pm Contra Dance (Luke Donforth + KingFisher)\n\n\n\n2 pm – 4 pm Contra Dance (Bob Isaacs + CrossOver)\n\n\n\n4 pm Callers Workshop\n4 pm – 6 pm Potluck Dinner\n\n\n\n6 pm – 8 pm Contra Dance (Luke Donforth + CrossOver)\n\n\n\n8 pm -10 pm Contra Dance (Bob Isaacs + KingFisher)\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 6th:\n\n\n\n\n9 am – 11 am Workshop Rehearsal\n\n\n\n11 am – 1 pm Contra Dance (Bob Isaacs + CrossOver)\n\n\n\n1 pm – 3 pm Contra Dance (Luke Donforth + KingFisher)\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\nPayment should be made online whenever possible\,  (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\nCamping\nCampers are welcome\, but be sure to contact DF property manager Pat Ward first before coming. Text him at (703) 509-3820 or write to patward562@gmail.com. \nPotluck Dinner\nA potluck dinner has been added to the schedule on Friday and Saturday before the dance! Food\, fun and fellowship. It might be raining\, but the tables are covered at the barn. And the grill is covered. Show up early and bring a dish. Let’s try to start arriving and cooking at 3:30\, serving starts at 4. Please bring something to share with your friends; food and tails of romance and adventures. \n \nSuggestions:\n\nCheese/crackers \nMain dish- cooked or to be grilled \nVegetables – cooked or to be grilled \nSalads – \nDessert –\n\n \nWe will provide plates\, service\, 3 large grills\, coffee\, napkins. There is a refrigerator in the barn when needed. If you want grilled salmon\, let Michael know\, so he can be prepared. \n \nContact (text 352-665-5604) Michael Croft – suggested if wanting grilling space or expecting salmon\, so we know no one is left without. \n \nThis is new to us and not sure how much interest there is. If this is a big success\, we will set out the leftovers on Saturday\, between the dances. Please contact Michael (texting 352-665-5604) so we have a general idea of interest\, attendance\, and fare. Hopefully\, we will have lots of attendance and many main dishes\, some vegetables and salads\, and one or two cheese and desserts. Most of us look forward to the dinner breaks\, for food and to socialize. Join in the 4th of July potluck party. We are socially interesting people. Let’s be nice to one another: Share food and stories with each other before the 6 o’clock dance! \n\n\n\nAs always\, we will have picnic tables\, a sink\, a refrigerator\, a microwave\, a coffee maker\, two propane grills\, ice\, water\, and cups.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass \nDownload this weekend’s Dance Schedule\nDOWNLOAD July 4th Schedule v6
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/july-4th-weekend-kingfisher/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Crossover.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20250501T134918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T154516Z
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SUMMARY:June 6-7: Seth Tepfer and Potent Brew
DESCRIPTION:Seth Tepfer and Potent Brew\nSteve Kemble and George Paul of Potent Brew\nSeth Tepfer calls contra dances\nPotent Brew is:\n\nGeorge Paul\nAl White\nSteve Kemble\nBrad Battey\n\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\nPayment should be made online whenever possible\,  (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/seth-tepfer-calling/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20241004T153830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T032849Z
UID:5988-1746212400-1746306000@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:May 2-3: Angela DeCarlis and Lift Ticket
DESCRIPTION:Angela DeCarlis and Lift Ticket\n \nLift Ticket is\n\nRex Blazer;\nJeff Spero; and\nTJ Crow.\n\nAngela DeCarlis will be our contra caller.\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\nPayment should be made online whenever possible\,  (in advance\, or the day of\, or the day after\, or …)\nIf this doesn’t work for you\, come to the dance regardless\, and talk to Joe.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/lift-ticket/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20241004T145953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T190702Z
UID:5982-1743793200-1743886800@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Diane Silver returns with Good & Plenty
DESCRIPTION:Diane Silver calls to Good & Plenty\n\nDiane Silver\, contra caller \nFlorida contra dancers enjoyed Diane Silver’s calling in Cocoa Beach on March 2\, 2019 and again in Gainesville on 3/3/2019.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 4-5: Diane Silver returns with Good & Plenty\nApril 18-20: Wild Asparagus Weekend 2025\n\nApril is our biggest month at The Dancing Fish. It is the month of Wild Asparagus Weekend (April 18-20). But don’t miss all the other big action\, with caller Diana Silver returning April 4-5 \nApril 4-5: Diane Silver with Good & Plenty\n\n\nDiane Silver\, contra caller\n\n\n\n\n“A big element of traditional contra dancing is the experience of the whole room moving as one\, and dancers appreciating that they are not only dancing with their partner\, but also with neighbors\, and with the whole long set\, and with the whole room.” \n—Diane Silver\n\nGood & Plenty \n\nLaura Lengnick on fiddle;\nKaren Gaughan; and\nTory Horner\n\n\nLaura Lengnick is known for her work in the Asheville\, North Carolina contra dance community\, having performed with various ensembles\, including “Mr. Danger” alongside guitarist Larry Unger. Laura brings fellow Asheville mucisians Karen Gaughan and Tory Horner together to bring the vibrant energy that Asheville is famous for to The Dancing Fish this Friday and Saturday only. ​ \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation:\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/diane-silver/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20250131T155200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T174635Z
UID:5980-1740769200-1740862800@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Will Mentor & Jet Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Will Mentor & Jet Bridge\nContra caller Will Mentor\nJet Bridge is:\n\nSam Bartlett\nAbby Ladon\nSami Braman\nPaula Bradley\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $10-20\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass\n3rd Saturdays: $5-10\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/will-mentor-jet-bridge/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20250104T152124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T130722Z
UID:5977-1738350000-1738443600@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Steve Zakon-Anderson & Stomp Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Steve Zakon-Anderson & Stomp Rocket\n \nThe New England trio Stomp Rocket has Glen Loper with fiddler Dave Langford (Latter Day Lizards\, Les Z Boys\, and Big Bandemonium)  and DADGAD guitarist  Bethany Waickman from Anadama.   They’ve played for contras throughout New England and at dance weekends in Alaska\,  Tennessee\, Maryland\, Kentucky—and at the 2020 Florida Snow Ball. \nStomp Rocket is:\n \n\nDave Langford on fiddle;\nGlen Loper on mandolin and banjo; and\nBethany Waickman on guitar and keyboard.\n\nCaller: Steve Zakon-Anderson\nSteve Zakon-Anderson\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\nMasks are optional at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\nUnder 18: Free (with adult); under 25: half price; Adults: You decide.\nAll donations go to cover costs of musicians\, callers and sound tech.\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15 per dance session or $30 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $10\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50 per dance session or $15 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $5\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/stomp-rocket/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Stomp-Rocket_9699.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240904T153644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T163431Z
UID:5906-1735930800-1736024400@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Frannie Marr calls to Larry Unger & Audacious
DESCRIPTION:Frannie Marr calls to Larry Unger & Audacious\nFrannie Marr calls to the music of Larry Unger and Audacious on 3-4 January 2024.\nLarry Unger has played guitar\, banjo\, and bass with many top bands for contra dances including Big Table\, Notorious\, Reckless Abandon\, The Reckless Ramblers\, Tempest and Uncle Gizmo. Larry has composed more than 5\,000 tunes\, many of which have been recorded by one of his bands or by other groups. His tunes are widely played at contra dances everywhere. His compositions and recordings have been featured in four different Ken Burns television documentaries. Larry Unger has been a full-time musician since 1984\, and he has presented a diverse range of music at contra dances\, Scottish and English country dances\, waltz events\, dance weekends\, dance and music camps\, festivals\, coffee houses and concerts all across the United States. He has also toured in Canada\, England\, Scotland\, France\, Belgium\, Germany\, Italy\, Denmark and Sweden\, and has taught music in Afghanistan and performed in India. \nAudacious is:\n\nLarry Unger\nAudrey Jaber\nBen Jaber\nGlen Loper\n\n \nListen to “Two Rivers” with Larry Unger & Ginny Snowe \n Frannie Marr is a caller\, dance organizer\, and dance gypsy residing in Southern California. Frannie draws on her experience as a dance gypsy to call dances that people like. Her hallmark is quick walkthroughs\, efficient calling\, and letting the dance and music flow whenever possible. Frannie draws on her experience as a dance gypsy to call dances that people like. Her hallmark is quick walkthroughs\, efficient calling\, and letting the dance and music flow whenever possible. Whether it’s a crowd of enthusiastic beginners or hard core “dancing fools”\, Frannie’s calling delights with fun\, flowy dances filled with a variety of moves. \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\nMasks are optional at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\nUnder 18: Free (with adult); under 25: half price; Adults: You decide.\nAll donations go to cover costs of musicians\, callers and sound tech.\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\nSuggested Donation\n\n\n\n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15 per dance session or $30 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $10\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50 per dance session or $15 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $5\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/larry-unger-frannie-marr-with-audacious/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Larry-Unger.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20241202T190752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T034208Z
UID:5547-1733508000-1733670000@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Gaye Fifer & Mary Wesley + Kalos & Hot Coffee Breakdown
DESCRIPTION:Gaye Fifer & Mary Wesley + Kalos & Hot Coffee Breakdown\n3 days * 2 Great Bands * 2 National Callers * 16 hours of Dances\nGaye Fifer\nMary Wesley\, contra caller\nHot Coffee Breakdown\nHot Coffee Breakdown is:\n\nTom Cunningham on  fiddle\nKate Sanders on keyboard\, and \nLuis deLeon on percussion.\n\nAcclaimed Celtic music trio Kalos brings together three masters of tradition for music full of pluck\, depth\, and good reels.\nKalos is:\n\nRyan McKasson (fiddle\, viola\, background vocals)\nEric McDonald (guitar\, mandolin\, lead vocals)\, and\nJeremiah McLane (accordion\, keyboards\, background vocals)\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 6-10 pm\nSaturday 12-4 pm\nSaturday 6-10 pm\nSunday 11 am-3 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\nMasks are optional at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\nUnder 18: Free (with adult); under 25: half price; Adults: You decide. \nAll donations go to cover costs of musicians\, callers and sound tech.\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Contribution Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/gaye-fifer-mary-wesley-kalos-hot-coffee-breakdown/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Kalos2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240509T180201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T192001Z
UID:5545-1730484000-1730646000@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Double Trouble: Frenzy + Howe & Co. with callers Rick Mohr & Janet Shepherd
DESCRIPTION:Double Trouble at The Dancing Fish\nFrenzy + Howe and Company with callers Rick Mohr & Janet Shepherd\n16 hours of high-energy contra music & dancing Nov 1-2-3\, 2024 at The Dancing Fish\nRick Mohr\, contra caller\nFrenzy is:\n\nEden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle;\nSam Bartlett on guitar; and\nPokey on drums.\n\n‘Frenzy’ at The Dancing Fish\nHowe and Company is:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEdward Howe\n\n\n\nSam Bartlett\n\n\n\nStuart Kenney\n\n\n\nBen Foss\n\n\n\nTami Dahl\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 6-10 pm\nSaturday 12-4 pm\nSaturday 6-10 pm\nSunday 11 am-3 pm\n\nBring a friend and make it a contra dance weekend!\nE-mail JoeRushMD@iCloud.com for more info on:\n\ndances\npropane grills\npicnicking\npot-luck dinners\ncamping\nkayaking\ndining\nhousing\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\nMasks are optional at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\nUnder 18: Free (with adult); under 25: half price; Adults: You decide. \nAll donations go to cover costs of musicians\, callers and sound tech.\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Contribution Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/janet-shepherd-frenzy/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG_0107.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240509T173547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T040451Z
UID:5533-1728068400-1728162000@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Claire Takemori and ContraPositive
DESCRIPTION:Claire Takemori and ContraPositive\nContraPositive is a band from New York City that plays intense rhythm with a Scottish flair. The band members are Matthew Christian on fiddle\, Matt Diaz on guitar and Joe de Paolo on drums. \n\n\n\n\nContraPositive is: Matthew Christian\, Matt Diaz and Joe De Paolo\nClaire Takemori from California is a dance teacher and caller with a passion to share the joy of music\, dance & community.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContra caller Claire Takemori\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Contribution Here:\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/claire-takemori-and-contrapositive/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240725T175400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T175104Z
UID:4477-1725040800-1725224400@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Labor Day Weekend: 2 Bands + 2 Callers over 3 Days
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day Weekend: Kingfisher & Playing with Fyre with callers Dereck Kalish & Terry Doyle\nTerry Doyle & Dereck Kalish are the contra callers; Kingfisher & Playing with Fyre are the bands performing over three days of Labor Day Weekend\, 2024. Cookout/Picnic/Campout all weekend long\nKingfisher performing at Peterborough\nKingfisher is:\n\nCecilia Vacanti on fiddle; and\nJeff Kaufman on keyboard.\n\nPlaying With Fyre is:George Paul on keyboardRob Zisette on fiddle; andSteve Kemble on percussion.\nPlaying With Fyre is:\n\nGeorge Paul on keyboard\nRob Zisette on fiddle; and\nSteve Kemble on percussion.\n\nDereck Kalish\, contra caller\nTerry Doyle\, contra dance caller\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 6 – 10 pm\nSaturday 12 – 4 pm\nSaturday 6 – 10 pm\nSunday 11 am – 3 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Kingfisher! \nFor more info on dances\, propane grills\, picnicking\, camping\, kayaking\, dining\, housing\, etc. email: JoeRushMD@iCloud.com  \nPlease use the main entrance to The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe at 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL 32666
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/labor-day-weekend/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240704T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20230916T035520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T194703Z
UID:4410-1720119600-1720299600@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:July 4-5-6: 2 bands\, 2 callers\, 4 dances over 3 days
DESCRIPTION:July 4-6\, 2024: The Dam Beavers & The Wind That Shakes the Barley with callers Bob Isaacs & Katie Zanders\nSummary of Activities\n\n\n\nThursday July 4\n\n\n\n\n10 am-1 pm Boat Parade: Thursday (Let’s enter a ‘live music’ boat! And a flotilla of kayaks.)\n\n\n\nAfternoon: Callers workshop (contact: Bob Isaacs\, gridnik64@gmail.com)\n\n\n\n6-9 pm: Contra Dance with The Dam Beavers\n\n\n\n9 pm: Fireworks display\n\n\n\n\nFriday July 5\n\n\n\n\n6-10 pm: Contra Dance with The Wind That Shakes the Barley and The Dam Beavers\n\n\n\n\nSaturday July 6\n\n\n\n\n12-3 pm: Callers Workshop Dance\n\n\n\n6-10 pm: Contra Dance with The Wind That Shakes the Barley and The Dam Beavers\n\n\n\n\nSunday July 7\n\n\n\n\nMorning/early afternoon: Callers Workshop (and ?dance?)\n\n The Dam Beavers are: \n\nBen Schreiber on fiddle\nScotty Leach on piano\, and\nNess Smith-Savedoff on drums.\n\nWith roots in a wide variety of styles and genres\, their music comprises an eclectic mix of old and new\, familiar and unfamiliar. Let the current sweep you away as the Dam Beavers build a dam of rhythm beneath your feet. \n \nBob Isaacs will call contra dances and conduct calling workshops at The Dancing Fish.\nWind That Shakes The Barley is: Bill Dudley\, Kathie Aagaard and Sarah Mitchell\nDance Schedule:\n\nThursday 6 – 9 pm\nFriday 6 – 10 pm\nSaturday 12 – 3 pm\nSaturday 6 – 10 pm\n\nMake Your Contribution Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/july-4-6-2024-2-callers-5-dances-in-3-days/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240528T163147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T131723Z
UID:4431-1717786800-1717880400@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:June 7-8: Steve Zakon-Anderson with Eloise & Company
DESCRIPTION:June 7-8: Steve Zakon-Anderson with Eloise & Company\nEloise & Company is Becky Tracy\, Rachel Bell\, and Bethany Waickman\nSteve Zakon-Anderson\nSteve Zakon-Anderson will be calling to the music of Eloise & Company on June 7-8\, 2024 at The Dancing Fish. \nSchedule for Eloise & Company with Steve Zakon-Anderson:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Steve Zakon-Anderson with Eloise & Company!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/june-7-8-steve-zakon-anderson-with-eloise-company/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240312T171236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T155951Z
UID:4396-1714762800-1714856400@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Alexandra Deis-Lauby & River Road
DESCRIPTION:Alexandra Deis-Lauby & River Road\n \nRiver Road is:\n\nJesse Ball – guitar\, mandolin\, foot percussion\nSarah-Hadley Yakir – fiddle\nKristin Planeaux – keyboard\n\nRiver Road delivers beauty\, power\, and groove to contra dances with a highly revered mixture of contemporary and traditional tunes with strong influences from Quebecois\, New England\, & maritime traditions\, featuring Sarah-Hadley Yakir on fiddle\, Kristen Planeaux on piano\, flute\, and accordion\, and Jesse Ball on mandolin\, guitar\, accordion\, and foot percussion. While they are geographically divided by the Connecticut river\, an aptly named River Road connects them to create an energy that is highly sought after in the contra dance scene. This phenomenal trio has taken New England by storm! Here’s a brief example on YouTube. \n \nA NYC-based folk dancer\, caller\, teacher\, and organizer\, Alexandra Deis-Lauby is a contra dance caller who calls weekends and festivals all over the country. She tours\, calling local dances for both contra and English Country Dance. Here is a sample of her contra calling: \n \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 3-5 pm: Waltzing to recorded music\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/alexandra-deis-lauby-river-road/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dancingfish.dance/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/River-Road.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20240317T155228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T203455Z
UID:4390-1712343600-1712437200@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket return April 5-6\, 2024\nWe rock again to the beat of Stomp Rocket as we weave graceful and elegant patterns extruded from the fertile imagination of Janine Smith. But it doesn’t end there… \nJanine Smith and Stomp Rocket on stage at The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, June 5\, 2022\nSchedule for Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nThe New England trio Stomp Rocket has Glen Loper with fiddler Dave Langford (Latter Day Lizards\, Les Z Boys\, and Big Bandemonium)  and DADGAD guitarist  Bethany Waickman from Anadama.   They’ve played for contras throughout New England and at dance weekends in Alaska\,  Tennessee\, Maryland\, Kentucky—and at the 2020 The Florida Snowball. \n\nStomp Rocket is: Dave Langford on fiddle; Glen Loper on mandolin and banjo; and Bethany Waickman on guitar and keyboard.\n\nStomp Rocket is:\n\nDave Langford on fiddle;\nGlen Loper on mandolin and banjo; and\nBethany Waickman on guitar and keyboard.\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Janine Smith and Stomp Rocket!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/4390/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20230910T173645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T030022Z
UID:4347-1709319600-1709413200@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars
DESCRIPTION:Will Mentor and the Old-Time Superstars\nContra caller Will Mentor\nWill Mentor will be calling with Sam Bartlett on banjo\, Paula Bradley on guitar\, Sami Braman on fiddle and Abby Ladin on bass. \nWill Mentor is a contra and square dance caller from Northern Vermont known for his clear teaching\, upbeat wit\, and relaxed stage presence. He loves to choreograph evenings with a variety of dances and tempos that at times surprise and always delight\, all the while keeping intact his guiding principle as a caller: “It’s about the dancers!” \nWill Mentor calling with Sam Bartlett on banjo\, Paula Bradley on guitar\, Sami Braman on fiddle and Abby Ladin on bass\nThe Old-Time Superstars\n\nSam Bartlett on banjo\nPaula Bradley on guitar\nSami Braman on fiddle\nAbby Ladin on bass\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/will-mentor-and-the-old-time-superstars/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20231229T192123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T235443Z
UID:4354-1706900400-1706994000@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Mary Welsley & The Red Case Band
DESCRIPTION:Mary Welsley & The Red Case Band\n \nMary Welsley will be calling contra dances to the music of Max Newman and Red Case Band on Feb 2-3\, 2024. \nThe Red Case Band is:\n\nMax Newman \nStuart Kenney\nMatthew Kenney\nNoah VanNordstom (taking the place of Clara Stickney)\nAlex Cumming\n\n \n\nSchedule:\n\n\nFriday Feb 2\, 7-10 pm\nSaturday Feb 3\, 12-3 pm\nSaturday\, Feb 3\, 2024\, 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Mary Welsley with Red Case Band!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/mary-welsley-red-case-band/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20231210T175532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T210100Z
UID:4336-1704481200-1704574800@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious
DESCRIPTION:Larry Unger & Frannie Marr with Audacious\nFrannie Marr calls to the music of Larry Unger with the band Audacious on 5-6 January 2024. \nLarry Unger has played guitar\, banjo\, and bass with many top bands for contra dances including Big Table\, Notorious\, Reckless Abandon\, The Reckless Ramblers\, Tempest and Uncle Gizmo. Larry has composed more than 5\,000 tunes\, many of which have been recorded by one of his bands or by other groups. His tunes are widely played at contra dances everywhere. His compositions and recordings have been featured in four different Ken Burns television documentaries. \nLarry Unger has been a full-time musician since 1984\, and he has presented a diverse range of music at contra dances\, Scottish and English country dances\, waltz events\, dance weekends\, dance and music camps\, festivals\, coffee houses and concerts all across the United States. He has also toured in Canada\, England\, Scotland\, France\, Belgium\, Germany\, Italy\, Denmark and Sweden\, and has taught music in Afghanistan and performed in India. \nAudacious is:\n\nLarry Unger\nAudrey Jaber\nBen Jaber\nGlen Loper\n\n \nListen to “Two Rivers” with Larry Unger & Ginny Snowe \n Frannie Marr is a caller\, dance organizer\, and dance gypsy residing in Southern California. Frannie draws on her experience as a dance gypsy to call dances that people like. Her hallmark is quick walkthroughs\, efficient calling\, and letting the dance and music flow whenever possible. \nFrannie draws on her experience as a dance gypsy to call dances that people like. Her hallmark is quick walkthroughs\, efficient calling\, and letting the dance and music flow whenever possible. Whether it’s a crowd of enthusiastic beginners or hard core “dancing fools”\, Frannie’s calling delights with fun\, flowy dances filled with a variety of moves. \nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n \nSuggested Donation\n\n\n \n\nAdults\n\n1st weekends: $15 per dance session or $30 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $10\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth (under 26)\n\n1st weekends: $7.50 per dance session or $15 for weekend pass\n\n\n\n3rd Saturdays: $5\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult\n\n \n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/frannie-marr-larry-unger/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20230910T154833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231125T043851Z
UID:4325-1701457200-1701550800@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Terry Doyle & Buzzband
DESCRIPTION:Terry Doyle and Buzzband\nTerry Doyle returns to call contra dances to the music of Buzzband on 1-2 December 2023. \nTerry will be calling in place of Seth Tepfer who had been scheduled to call this weekend. However\, he is just recovering from a long hospital stay for cardiac procedures. The good news is that Seth is out of the hospital and resting. Happily for everyone\, Terry Doyle has agreed to come down from eastern Tennesse and call on rather short notice. So thank you\, Terry! \n \nBuzzband is:\n\nGeorge Paul on keyboard;\nRob Zisette on fiddle/percussion; and\nEd Howe on fiddle\n\n \nTerry Doyle is back as your caller/dancer extraordinaire!\n\nTerry Doyle\, contra dance caller\n\nTerry Doyle is an accomplished caller who travels far and wide around the country to call contra dances. She is currently teaching at Western Piedmont Community College in Morgantown and is the co-director of the Appalachian Folk School in Mountain City\, TN. While teaching and calling contra dances\, you’ll find Terry flat foot dancing on stage adding percussive rhythm sounds that accompany the music. \n\n\nFriday Dec 1\, 7-10 pm\nSaturday Dec 2\, 12-3 pm\nSaturday\, Dec 2\, 2023\, 6-9 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Terry Doyle & Buzzband! \n\nAccommodation options for weekend dances
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/terry-doyle-and-buzzband/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T125537Z
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SUMMARY:Cis Hinkle & Frenzy!
DESCRIPTION:Cis Hinkle & Frenzy!\n‘Frenzy’ at The Dancing Fish\nCis Hinkle will be calling to the music of Frenzy on Friday-Saturday 3-4 November 2023 at The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe. \n\nFrenzy is:\n\nEden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle\nPokey on percussion\nSam Bartlett on mandolin\n\nCis Hinkle calls contra dances at The Dancing Fish\n\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\n Admission Policy:\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Cis Hinkle & Frenzy!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/cis-hinkle-frenzy/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T171533
CREATED:20230403T142623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T213451Z
UID:3449-1696618800-1696712400@dancingfish.dance
SUMMARY:Dereck Kalish & Playing with Fyre
DESCRIPTION:Dereck Kalish & Playing with Fyre\n \nDereck Kalish\, contra caller\nPlaying with Fyre at The Dancing Fish \nPlaying with Fyre is:\n\nGeorge Paul on keyboard\nRob Zisette on fiddle\nSteve Kemble on percussion\nAl White on mandolin and fiddle and banjo\n\nSchedule:\n\nFriday 7-10 pm\nSaturday 12-3 pm\nSaturday 6-9 pm\n\nAdmission Policy:\n\n\n\n\nCovid protocol is waived at The Dancing Fish. Dance mindfully and let’s all stay healthy together!\n\n\n\nMasks are optional.\n\n\n\nDancing Fish registration process is also suspended. So no need to register online any longer.\n\n\n\nSimply make your personal contribution here by PayPal or by credit card or debit card.\n\n\n\nSelect the drop-down category that applies to you and select your preferred means of payment.\n\n\n\nThat’s all there is to it. Make your donation and you are ‘in’. See you on the dance floor!\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Donation Here:\n\n\n\nMonthly First Weekend Donations\n		\n		Payment OptionsYOU decideAdult - Single DanceAdults (2) - Single DanceAdult - Weekend PassAdults (2) - Weekend PassYouth - Single DanceYouth - Weekend PassYouth (2) - Weekend Pass\n\n\n\nAnd see you on the dance floor dancing to Dereck Kalish & Playing with Fyre!
URL:https://dancingfish.dance/event/dereck-kalish-playing-with-fyre/
LOCATION:The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe\, 24800 SR-26\, Melrose\, FL\, 32666\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Weekends
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Rush":MAILTO:joerushmd@icloud.com
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