Combined Event Listing
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Sunday, May 03 2026 (Member Sponsored)
Baltimore International Folk Dancers
1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter 419 Cedarcroft Road
Baltimore, MD 21212. Doors open around 1 pm. Beginners are welcome and partners are not needed. Most dances are from the Balkans, Middle East, and Eastern Europe and feature distinctive rhythms and melodies. If you are new to this type of dancing or have been at it for years, please come dance with us. We’ll be happy to share our joy of dancing with you. Requested donation: $5. Students free. Frst and third Sunday of the month. For more information contact us at: baltimore.folkdance@gmail.com
Monday, May 04 2026
English Country Dance
Early May English Country dance, from 8 and 1030 pm.
Kappy Laning will call while Becky Ross on violin, Marty Taylor on whistles, recorders and concertina, and Carl Friedman at the piano will provide all the euphonic pleasures required.
Please sign up here: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, May 06 2026
Contra Dance
Stephan Rochefort calls to the music of Unbowed: Henry Koretzky (mandolin), Mike Henry (guitar), and Aaron Blouin (bass). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, May 09 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Saturday, May 09 2026
BFMS Annual Meeting preceding Saturday Dance
Come be part of what we are creating together.
Bonus, get there by 7:00 and get free admission to the dance if you are (or become) a member
See the Saturday Dance page for dance details
Sunday, May 10 2026 (Member Sponsored)
BALFOLK MUSIC SESSION
1 p.m. - 3 p.m., at the Four Hour Day Lutherie, 4305 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214. Balfolk refers to traditional and contemporary folk dance from France, Brittany and a few other places. Dance tunes include bourrée, mazurka, an dro, hanter dro and others. The music is interesting, rhythmic and lots of fun to play. Pretty easy, too! This will be a guided jam session, led by Mark Vidor. IT IS NOT A DANCE SESSION. All musicians and all instruments are welcome. No prior experience in the genre is necessary. Music will be provided at the session. Music is also available electronically in advance. For more information, contact Mark Vidor at mbvidor@aol.com.
Monday, May 11 2026
English Country Dance
An Evening of dancing, English Country style. 8 pm to 1030 pm.
Sharon McKinley will call while David Knight on violin, Andrew Tomlinson on flutes and Jonathan Jensen at the piano will provide all the sonic momentum one could wish for.
Please sign up at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, May 12 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Wednesday, May 13 2026
Contra Dance
Too Hot Mamas (Janine Smith and Susan Taylor) call to the music of the Dead Sea Squirrels: Cathy Mason (fiddle), Craig Edwards (fiddle, mandolin, and banjo), Henry Yoshimura (guitar). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Sunday, May 17 2026
Baltimore International Folk Dancers
1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter 419 Cedarcroft Road
Baltimore, MD 21212. Doors open around 1 pm. Beginners are welcome and partners are not needed. Most dances are from the Balkans, Middle East, and Eastern Europe and feature distinctive rhythms and melodies. If you are new to this type of dancing or have been at it for years, please come dance with us. We’ll be happy to share our joy of dancing with you. Requested donation: $5. Students free. Frst and third Sunday of the month. For more information contact us at: baltimore.folkdance@gmail.com
Monday, May 18 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing with the Merrie Bande of Baltimore
8 pm until 10:30 pm.
Diane Schmitt will call the dances and the Band will play!
please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Contra Dance
Luke Schoppert calls to the music of The Rock Farmers: Rachel Eddy (fiddle, banjo, guitar), Caitlin Hearn (accordion, fiddle), Richard Osban (guitar, banjo), Em Hammond (percussion, bass). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Monday, May 25 2026
English Country Dance
Memorial Day Evening of English Country Dance
8:00 pm until 10:30 pm
Christopher Field will call the dances which will be played by Emily Aubrey on violin, Robin Wilson on flute and concertina and Janina O'Brien at the piano.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, May 26 2026
BFMS Song Swap
4th Tuesday Zoom song swap
The zoom song swap is a place for folks to come together and share songs, community, and keep the live singing tradition thriving. While we have been getting together on zoom, the 4th Tuesday BFMS songswap has become transcontinental and international with participants from west, farther west, and north and northwest across the border. You can drop in on the zoom and meet (and hear / sing with) some nice folks we 're not likely to meet in person!
Wednesday, May 27 2026
Contra Dance
Chloe Levine calls to the music of William Brauneis (fiddle, guitar), Sam Mihavetz (cello, banjo), and Katie Stahl (piano, fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 03 2026
Contra Dance
Andrea Nettleton calls to the music of Carl Friedman (fiddle), Andrew Tomlinson (flute), Janina O’Brien (piano, bodhran, foot percussion). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 10 2026
Contra Dance
Harris Bard Lapiroff calls to the music of Rev it Up: Larry Unger (fiddle) and Besty Branch (fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, June 13 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
Wednesday, June 17 2026
Contra Dance
Christine Merryman calls to the music of Joanna Clare (fiddle), Billy McComiskey (accordion), Donna Long. 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 24 2026
Contra Dance
Gaye Fifer calls to the music of Paper Plane: Emma Azelborn (whistle, vocals), Daniel Raine (cittern, mandolin, guitar, feet), Rohan Weeden (guitar, accordion, fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, July 01 2026
Contra Dance
NO DANCE (Summer Skip Week)
Wednesday, July 08 2026
Contra Dance
Evan De Smitt calls to the music of Susan Brandt (flute) and Tom Wright (ten string mandolin). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, July 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
TBD calling to Some Assembly ~ Mary Corletta Flora - flute, sax, penny whistles, Donna Boylan - piano, Joe Klausner - violin, mandolin, Adam Lee - guitar, Iain Sturrock - percussion, guitar and vocals
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Wednesday, July 15 2026
Contra Dance
NO DANCE (Summer Skip Week)
Saturday, September 12 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Alexandra Deis-lauby calling to TBD
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Baltimore International Folk Dancers
1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter 419 Cedarcroft Road
Baltimore, MD 21212. Doors open around 1 pm. Beginners are welcome and partners are not needed. Most dances are from the Balkans, Middle East, and Eastern Europe and feature distinctive rhythms and melodies. If you are new to this type of dancing or have been at it for years, please come dance with us. We’ll be happy to share our joy of dancing with you. Requested donation: $5. Students free. Frst and third Sunday of the month. For more information contact us at: baltimore.folkdance@gmail.com
Monday, May 04 2026
English Country Dance
Early May English Country dance, from 8 and 1030 pm.
Kappy Laning will call while Becky Ross on violin, Marty Taylor on whistles, recorders and concertina, and Carl Friedman at the piano will provide all the euphonic pleasures required.
Please sign up here: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, May 06 2026
Contra Dance
Stephan Rochefort calls to the music of Unbowed: Henry Koretzky (mandolin), Mike Henry (guitar), and Aaron Blouin (bass). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, May 09 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
8-10:30
Melissa Chatham calling to Contra Rebels ~ Henry Koretzky (guitar), Barb Schmid (fiddle), Todd Clewell (fiddle), and Aaron Blouin (bass)
Dance lesson: ~7:45
BFMS Annual Members Meeting: 7-7:45 PM
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: BFMS members arrving by 7pm: free; otherwise $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Potluck snacks at the break.
Saturday, May 09 2026
BFMS Annual Meeting preceding Saturday Dance
Come be part of what we are creating together.
Bonus, get there by 7:00 and get free admission to the dance if you are (or become) a member
See the Saturday Dance page for dance details
Sunday, May 10 2026 (Member Sponsored)
BALFOLK MUSIC SESSION
1 p.m. - 3 p.m., at the Four Hour Day Lutherie, 4305 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214. Balfolk refers to traditional and contemporary folk dance from France, Brittany and a few other places. Dance tunes include bourrée, mazurka, an dro, hanter dro and others. The music is interesting, rhythmic and lots of fun to play. Pretty easy, too! This will be a guided jam session, led by Mark Vidor. IT IS NOT A DANCE SESSION. All musicians and all instruments are welcome. No prior experience in the genre is necessary. Music will be provided at the session. Music is also available electronically in advance. For more information, contact Mark Vidor at mbvidor@aol.com.
Monday, May 11 2026
English Country Dance
An Evening of dancing, English Country style. 8 pm to 1030 pm.
Sharon McKinley will call while David Knight on violin, Andrew Tomlinson on flutes and Jonathan Jensen at the piano will provide all the sonic momentum one could wish for.
Please sign up at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, May 12 2026
BFMS Song Swap
2nd Tuesday IN PERSON BFMS Song Swap
At the 4 Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214
Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! Bring a favorite folk-genre song or two to share with our community of singers. Chorus songs or repeated refrains are encouraged. You can lead a song, sing along, hum, listen, or add some accompaniment. No mic, no pressure, no performance. Just singing together in a friendly, supportive space! Free (pass-the-hat goodwill donation welcome)
REMEMBER: If you are sick, not feeling well, etc. Please stay home
Wednesday, May 13 2026
Contra Dance
Too Hot Mamas (Janine Smith and Susan Taylor) call to the music of the Dead Sea Squirrels: Cathy Mason (fiddle), Craig Edwards (fiddle, mandolin, and banjo), Henry Yoshimura (guitar). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Sunday, May 17 2026
Baltimore International Folk Dancers
1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter 419 Cedarcroft Road
Baltimore, MD 21212. Doors open around 1 pm. Beginners are welcome and partners are not needed. Most dances are from the Balkans, Middle East, and Eastern Europe and feature distinctive rhythms and melodies. If you are new to this type of dancing or have been at it for years, please come dance with us. We’ll be happy to share our joy of dancing with you. Requested donation: $5. Students free. Frst and third Sunday of the month. For more information contact us at: baltimore.folkdance@gmail.com
Monday, May 18 2026
English Country Dance
English Country Dancing with the Merrie Bande of Baltimore
8 pm until 10:30 pm.
Diane Schmitt will call the dances and the Band will play!
please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Contra Dance
Luke Schoppert calls to the music of The Rock Farmers: Rachel Eddy (fiddle, banjo, guitar), Caitlin Hearn (accordion, fiddle), Richard Osban (guitar, banjo), Em Hammond (percussion, bass). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Monday, May 25 2026
English Country Dance
Memorial Day Evening of English Country Dance
8:00 pm until 10:30 pm
Christopher Field will call the dances which will be played by Emily Aubrey on violin, Robin Wilson on flute and concertina and Janina O'Brien at the piano.
Please register at: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Tuesday, May 26 2026
BFMS Song Swap
4th Tuesday Zoom song swap
The zoom song swap is a place for folks to come together and share songs, community, and keep the live singing tradition thriving. While we have been getting together on zoom, the 4th Tuesday BFMS songswap has become transcontinental and international with participants from west, farther west, and north and northwest across the border. You can drop in on the zoom and meet (and hear / sing with) some nice folks we 're not likely to meet in person!
https://yorku.zoom.us/j/99950379772
Wednesday, May 27 2026
Contra Dance
Chloe Levine calls to the music of William Brauneis (fiddle, guitar), Sam Mihavetz (cello, banjo), and Katie Stahl (piano, fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 03 2026
Contra Dance
Andrea Nettleton calls to the music of Carl Friedman (fiddle), Andrew Tomlinson (flute), Janina O’Brien (piano, bodhran, foot percussion). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 10 2026
Contra Dance
Harris Bard Lapiroff calls to the music of Rev it Up: Larry Unger (fiddle) and Besty Branch (fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, June 13 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Harris Lapiroff calling to All the Rage ~ Betsy Branch - fiddle, Larry Unger - guitar
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Wednesday, June 17 2026
Contra Dance
Christine Merryman calls to the music of Joanna Clare (fiddle), Billy McComiskey (accordion), Donna Long. 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, June 24 2026
Contra Dance
Gaye Fifer calls to the music of Paper Plane: Emma Azelborn (whistle, vocals), Daniel Raine (cittern, mandolin, guitar, feet), Rohan Weeden (guitar, accordion, fiddle). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, July 01 2026
Contra Dance
NO DANCE (Summer Skip Week)
Wednesday, July 08 2026
Contra Dance
Evan De Smitt calls to the music of Susan Brandt (flute) and Tom Wright (ten string mandolin). 7:30pm lesson, dance 8-10:30pm at Lovely Lane Church. REGISTER HERE
Saturday, July 11 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
TBD calling to Some Assembly ~ Mary Corletta Flora - flute, sax, penny whistles, Donna Boylan - piano, Joe Klausner - violin, mandolin, Adam Lee - guitar, Iain Sturrock - percussion, guitar and vocals
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
Wednesday, July 15 2026
Contra Dance
NO DANCE (Summer Skip Week)
Saturday, September 12 2026
2nd Saturday Dance
7-9:30, 7:30-10, or 8-10:30 PM (TBD)
Alexandra Deis-lauby calling to TBD
Dance lesson: 6:30, 7 or 7:30
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Admission: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
