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Social Dance Calendar 2008

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November 9 - November 15

November 16 - November 22

November 23 - November 29


Rhythm N Motion Charity Dance Benefitting Muscular Dystrophy - see December 13 below.

New Year's Eve Parties - click here for info.

November 17- Monday
Retired and Loving It Ballroom Dance Each Monday. CDs by Lee Rachielles, occasionally Ray Newman Band, dressy casual. Food by Ann LaRock, Mildred Heath, Perry Ann Norton and members.
Place: Community Education South (was Corner School) 1220 50th Street South (Crestwood) 35222
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Mariam Bailey or Perry Ann 591-5130, 599-8719

November 17- Monday
Vestavia Wald Park Lodge Ballroom Dance Each Monday, band, dressy casual.
Place: Vestavia Wald Park Lodge
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
For more info call 956-6946

November 17- Monday
American Legion Ballroom Social Dance Every Monday - Ken Shackleford's Primetime Band. Casual, 125 to 200 people.
Place: American Legion, I-59 to Oneonta/Ashville Exit 166, toward Oneonta a short distance. Turn north on Hwy 11, about 1 mile on right.
Time: 7:00 - 10:00
For more information call 205-594-5652.

November 17- Monday
Just Gotta Swing -- A night of swing lessons and social dancing. Lessons begin at 7:00 PM, the dance starts at 8:00 PM. The lessons are geared towards beginning and intermediate dancers, but great for experienced dancers to brush up on the basics. Bring a partner or come alone, all ages and skills are welcome.
Place: Bella Prima Studio, 3712 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Admission: $7 and $5 for students
For more info and directions check out the web site www.justgottaswing.com or call 205-253-2664.

November 18- Tuesday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music to dance to.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4
For more info call 205-497-1297

November 18- Tuesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham Every Tuesday night. Free beginner's Shag lesson from 6:30 - 7:00 pm. DJ plays Shag, Bop, East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing. Casual dress.
Place: Kelly Ingram VFW Post 668, 1801 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call Tommy Barr, 985-9487 tibarr3@charter.net

November 18 - Tuesday
International Folk Dance Each Tuesday. Folk dances from Eastern Europe, Balkans, Greece, Turkey, Israel & others. Taught & danced in informal ongoing format. No experience or partners needed.
Place: Levite Jewish Community Center, Fitness Center, 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Thea 205-967-2936
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

November 18 - Tuesday
The Dance Club, Huntsville Ballroom Dance each Tuesday. Band on 1st Tuesday, CD other Tuesdays. Dressy casual.
Place: Skate Odyssey, 11319 Memorial Parkway South
Time: 7:30 - 10:15
Admission: $5
For more info call Frank Tatom 256-880-7636 dancehsv@mindspring.com http://DanceHSV.Home.mindspring.com

November 19 - Wednesday
Homewood Senior Center Ballroom Dance Alternating Wednesdays with Jean Rogowski of The Classics Band and CD by Liz Fowler. Lesson by Liz from 1:00 - 1:30 PM Dressy casual.
Place: Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Time: 1:00 - 3:30
Admission: $3 & $5
Homewood Senior Center 943-0018

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November 20 - Thursday
Magic City Boppers Each Thursday Bop Dance, DJ
Place: Gabriels Club, 3706 Lorna Road, Hoover
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call 699-6684, 426-3297, 980-4548 www.magiccityboppers.com

November 20 - Thursday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Dance every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4

November 21- Friday
Homewood Ballroom Dance
Each Friday of the month, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire: dressy casual.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$6 non-members, $5 members
Time:
7 -10PM
Note:
Smoke-free event. For more info call 943-0018

November 21- Friday
Southern Two-Steppers Friday Night Dance First and 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Music played by DJ Paul Barksdale. Paul plays a good variety of country western, line dances, west coast, east coast, ballroom and some cajun/zydeco if you request. There is a buffet beginning at 6:30 PM if you would like to eat there. Attire is casual.
Place: Elks Lodge #79, Elk's Lodge #79 6815 2nd Avenue South Birmingham 35212 205 592-7979
Time: 7:30 - 11:00 PM
Admission: Dance is FREE!!

November 21 - Friday
Rhythm N Motion Social Dance
Free West Coast Swing and Hustle lesson. A little NY and LA in Bham. Will play west coast, east coast, lindy, salsa, latin, hustle, ballroom and more. Drinks are $1 per bottle of water, soda, etc. No outside beverages allowed due to city regulations/permits.
Place:
Rhythm N Motion Studio, Hoover
Admission:
$5
Time:
7:30 pm until ....
Note:
For more info visit www.bhamdance.com

November 21 - Friday
Pelham Senior Center Dance 3rd Friday of each month. Ray Newman Band except August, DJ Hal Clark in August. Snacks are provided.
Place: Pelham Senior Center, Take I-65 South to Exit 242, turn left on Hwy 52 (Tank Farm Exit). At 3rd traffic light turn left. Turn into second driveway on right.
Time: 6:00 Line Dancing w/Betty Rogers
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM Ballroom Dance
Admission: $4 person
For more info contact Regina Jiminez at 205-620-6064
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

November 22 - Saturday
Western Country Club 4th Saturday Dance Dance the 4th Saturday of each month. Music by DJ Butch Slaughter who plays a variety to include CW Two Step, East and West Coast Swing, Line Dances, Latins, etc. Casual attire. Bring cold drinks and snacks if you would like.
Place: Fultondale Friendship Hall, 1024 Old Walker Chapel Road, Fultondale
Admission: $5
Time:
For more info call Christy Slaughter 205-640-4296.Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

November 22 - Saturday
Camp Branch County Western Dance Every Saturday night. Different dance experience. Jimmy Baker & Pure Country Band. Variety of dance music.
Place: Saginaw Camp Branch, 65 Hwy 26, Saginaw
Admission: $4
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 PM
For directions click on directions tab of this web site.

November 22 - Saturday
Madison Ballroom Dance Studio Every Saturday Night. Dressy casual.
Place: 9076 Madison Blvd, Suite C, Madison, AL
Admission: $5
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info visit www.madisonballroom.com or email dance@MadisonBallroom.com or call Jennifer Covington 256-461-1900.
Directions: From I-65 Merge onto I-565 E at Exit 340 toward Huntsville. Go 6.4 miles. Merge onto AL-20E at Exit 5 toward Madixon. Go 3.2 miles, make a u-turn at Arlington Drive onto Madison Blvd, go .1 mile to the studio. Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

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November 23 - Sunday
WaltzPlay (was Atlanta Waltz Society) Sunday Afternoon Waltzing Lesson from 2:00 - 3:00 DJ music in a variety of genres and speeds, dance many styles of waltz. Casual dress. No partner required. No experience required.
Place: Knights of Columbus Hall 2620 Buford Highway Atlanta, GA
Admission: $7
Time: 2:00 - 6:00 PM
For more info contact Jay Aland 404-210-4604 www.waltzplay.org or info@waltzplay.org or Amanda 770-499-0142
Directions: Exit I-85N at N. Druid Hills Road, go west to Buford Highway, turn left. K of C is on the right about 1/2 mile from N. Druid Hills Road (or 1/2 mile north of Lenox Road)
Update courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

November 23 - Sunday
Birmingham Ballroom Dance Association Attire: November-March is dressy, April-November is dressy casual. No jeans, shorts, tennis shoes, hats, caps, or shirts without collars. Special prices for band dances. 30 minute lesson before dance begins.
Place: Homewood Senior Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Time: 2 - 5 PM
Admission: $7 Members/$10 Guests/$5 Students
For more info call Priscilla Collums, 205-664-3333 or email pris522@aol.com or call Homewood Senior Center 205-943-0018

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November 23 - Sunday
4th Sunday of the Month Contra Dance - Friends of Old-Time Music & Dance
Herb Trotman Band with Vicki Herndon
Place: YWCA, Corner of 23rd Street & 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 4 - 6:30 PM
Admission: $8 General Admission $6 Members $3 Children 3-15
For more info call 205-822-0505 or visit www.contradancers.org

November 24 - Monday
Retired and Loving It Ballroom Dance Each Monday. CDs by Lee Rachielles, occasionally Ray Newman Band, dressy casual. Food by Ann LaRock, Mildred Heath, Perry Ann Norton and members.
Place: Community Education South (was Corner School) 1220 50th Street South (Crestwood) 35222
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Mariam Bailey or Perry Ann 591-5130, 599-8719

November 24 - Monday
Vestavia Wald Park Lodge Ballroom Dance Each Monday, band, dressy casual.
Place: Vestavia Wald Park Lodge
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
For more info call 956-6946

November 24 - Monday
American Legion Ballroom Social Dance Every Monday - Ken Shackleford's Primetime Band. Casual, 125 to 200 people.
Place: American Legion, I-59 to Oneonta/Ashville Exit 166, toward Oneonta a short distance. Turn north on Hwy 11, about 1 mile on right.
Time: 7:00 - 10:00
For more information call 205-594-5652.

November 24 - Monday
Just Gotta Swing -- A night of swing lessons and social dancing. Lessons begin at 7:00 PM, the dance starts at 8:00 PM. The lessons are geared towards beginning and intermediate dancers, but great for experienced dancers to brush up on the basics. Bring a partner or come alone, all ages and skills are welcome.
Place: Bella Prima Studio, 3712 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Admission: $7 and $5 for students
For more info and directions check out the web site www.justgottaswing.com or call 205-253-2664.

November 25 - Tuesday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music to dance to.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4
For more info call 205-497-1297

November 25 - Tuesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham Every Tuesday night. Free beginner's Shag lesson from 6:30 - 7:00 pm. DJ plays Shag, Bop, East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing. Casual dress.
Place: Kelly Ingram VFW Post 668, 1801 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call Tommy Barr, 985-9487 tibarr3@charter.net

November 25 - Tuesday
International Folk Dance Each Tuesday. Folk dances from Eastern Europe, Balkans, Greece, Turkey, Israel & others. Taught & danced in informal ongoing format. No experience or partners needed.
Place: Levite Jewish Community Center, Fitness Center, 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Thea 205-967-2936
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

November 25 - Tuesday
The Dance Club, Huntsville Ballroom Dance each Tuesday. Band on 1st Tuesday, CD other Tuesdays. Dressy casual.
Place: Skate Odyssey, 11319 Memorial Parkway South
Time: 7:30 - 10:15
Admission: $5
For more info call Frank Tatom 256-880-7636 dancehsv@mindspring.com http://DanceHSV.Home.mindspring.com

November 26 - Wednesday
Homewood Senior Center Ballroom Dance Alternating Wednesdays with Jean Rogowski of The Classics Band and CD by Liz Fowler. Lesson by Liz from 1:00 - 1:30 PM Dressy casual.
Place: Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Time: 1:00 - 3:30
Admission: $3 & $5
Homewood Senior Center 943-0018

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November 27 - Thursday
Magic City Boppers Each Thursday Bop Dance, DJ
Place: Gabriels Club, 3706 Lorna Road, Hoover
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call 699-6684, 426-3297, 980-4548 www.magiccityboppers.com

November 27 - Thursday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Dance every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4

November 28 - Friday
Birmingham Swing Dancers "Dance Off that Thanksgiving Feast" Dance
-- Music by BSD DJ Rick Alfano who plays a good mix of east and west coast swing, bop, ballroom, cajun/zydeco, and more. Light snacks, s
oft drinks, water and ice provided. Casual attire.
Place: Friendship Hall, 1024 Old Walker Chapel Road, Fultondale
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 PM
Admission: $6 Members/$8 Non-Members
Directions are on the Directions tab of this web site.

November 28 - Friday
Homewood Ballroom Dance
Each Friday of the month, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire: dressy casual.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$6 non-members, $5 members
Time:
7 -10PM
Note:
Smoke-free event. For more info call 943-0018

November 28 - Friday
Country-Western/Ballroom Dance A twice - monthly dance sponsored by the Heardmont Community Center and features Jerry Seales on the 2nd Friday dance and one-man band Ray Newman on the 4th Friday Dance.
Place: Heardmont Community Center, Heardmont Park
Time: 7-9PM
Admission: $4
Note: for further info on the dance call 205-853-2050 or 205-629-6121
Directions to Heardmont: Take I-65 South to Exit 246, turn left under the interstate and go east about four miles, turn left into Heardmont Park. The Center is straight ahead.

November 29 - Saturday
Dancing with Liz Fowler Ballroom Dance
1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. This a DJ dance, usually a band on the first Saturday, with a lesson at 6:30 PM. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire is dressy casual March - October, after-five November - February.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$8 non-members, $5 members
Time:
6:30 -10PM
Note:
Smoke & alcohol free event. For more info call 943-0018

November 29 - Saturday
Camp Branch County Western Dance Every Saturday night. Different dance experience. Jimmy Baker & Pure Country Band. Variety of dance music.
Place: Saginaw Camp Branch, 65 Hwy 26, Saginaw
Admission: $4
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 PM
For directions click on directions tab of this web site.

November 29 - Saturday
Madison Ballroom Dance Studio Every Saturday Night. Dressy casual.
Place: 9076 Madison Blvd, Suite C, Madison, AL
Admission: $5
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info visit www.madisonballroom.com or email dance@MadisonBallroom.com or call Jennifer Covington 256-461-1900.
Directions: From I-65 Merge onto I-565 E at Exit 340 toward Huntsville. Go 6.4 miles. Merge onto AL-20E at Exit 5 toward Madixon. Go 3.2 miles, make a u-turn at Arlington Drive onto Madison Blvd, go .1 mile to the studio. Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

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November 30 - Sunday
WaltzPlay (was Atlanta Waltz Society) Sunday Afternoon Waltzing Lesson from 2:00 - 3:00 DJ music in a variety of genres and speeds, dance many styles of waltz. Casual dress. No partner required. No experience required.
Place: Knights of Columbus Hall 2620 Buford Highway Atlanta, GA
Admission: $7
Time: 2:00 - 6:00 PM
For more info contact Jay Aland 404-210-4604 www.waltzplay.org or info@waltzplay.org or Amanda 770-499-0142
Directions: Exit I-85N at N. Druid Hills Road, go west to Buford Highway, turn left. K of C is on the right about 1/2 mile from N. Druid Hills Road (or 1/2 mile north of Lenox Road)
Update courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 1- Monday
Retired and Loving It Ballroom Dance Each Monday. CDs by Lee Rachielles, occasionally Ray Newman Band, dressy casual. Food by Ann LaRock, Mildred Heath, Perry Ann Norton and members.
Place: Community Education South (was Corner School) 1220 50th Street South (Crestwood) 35222
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Mariam Bailey or Perry Ann 591-5130, 599-8719

December 1 - Monday
Vestavia Wald Park Lodge Ballroom Dance Each Monday, band, dressy casual.
Place: Vestavia Wald Park Lodge
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
For more info call 956-6946

December 1 - Monday
American Legion Ballroom Social Dance Every Monday - Ken Shackleford's Primetime Band. Casual, 125 to 200 people.
Place: American Legion, I-59 to Oneonta/Ashville Exit 166, toward Oneonta a short distance. Turn north on Hwy 11, about 1 mile on right.
Time: 7:00 - 10:00
For more information call 205-594-5652.

December 1 - Monday
Just Gotta Swing -- Hosted by the Birmingham Lindy Dancers Association. A night of swing lessons and social dancing. Lessons begin at 7:00 PM, the dance starts at 8:00 PM. The lessons are geared towards beginning and intermediate dancers, but great for experienced dancers to brush up on the basics. Bring a partner or come alone, all ages and skills are welcome.
Place: Bella Prima Studio, 3712 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Admission: $7 and $5 for students
For more info and directions check out the web site www.justgottaswing.com or call 205-253-2664.

December 2 - Tuesday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music to dance to.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4
For more info call 205-497-1297

December 2 - Tuesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham Every Tuesday night. Free beginner's Shag lesson from 6:30 - 7:00 pm. DJ plays Shag, Bop, East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing. Casual dress.
Place: Kelly Ingram VFW Post 668, 1801 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info visit www.beachshaggers.com or email dobbs42@bellsouth.net or call 205-995-1447.

December 2 - Tuesday
International Folk Dance Each Tuesday. Folk dances from Eastern Europe, Balkans, Greece, Turkey, Israel & others. Taught & danced in informal ongoing format. No experience or partners needed.
Place: Levite Jewish Community Center, Fitness Center, 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Thea 205-967-2936
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 2 - Tuesday
The Dance Club Christmas Dance, Huntsville Ballroom Music by Patton James & the Synchromatics from Nashville. This band plays it all - smooth, swing and latin. Rhumba class from 7:30 - 8 pm. Dress to impress.
Place: Skate Odyssey, 11319 Memorial Parkway South, Huntsville
Time: 7:30 - 10:15
Admission: $7/$4 Students
For more info call Frank Tatom 256-880-7636 dancehsv@mindspring.com

December 3 - Wednesday
Homewood Senior Center Ballroom Dance Alternating Wednesdays with Jean Rogowski of The Classics Band and CD by Liz Fowler. Lesson by Liz from 1:00 - 1:30 PM Dressy casual.
Place: Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Time: 1:00 - 3:30
Admission: $3 & $5
Homewood Senior Center 943-0018

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December 4 - Thursday
Magic City Boppers Each Thursday Bop Dance, DJ
Place: Gabriels Club, 3706 Lorna Road, Hoover
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call 699-6684, 426-3297, 980-4548 www.magiccityboppers.com

December 4 - Thursday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Dance every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4

December 4 - Thursday
Priceville Palace Ballroom Dance First Thursday of each month. Casual. Music by the Sophisticated Swingers Band, 1 to 14 piece fun ballroom band.
Place: Priceville Palace, Priceville
Time: 7:00 - 10:30 PM
Admission: $
For more info call 256-353-4362 or 256-350-1666.

December 5 - Friday
AMCE Cajun Dance
Music by the Jambalaya Cajun Band who play beautiful waltzes, rich baritone singing, swooping fiddle, and lush, full accordian. Attire: casual. The club does not sell alcohol so bring a cooler if you like. Complimentary soft drinks and water are provided by ACME.
Place: Concordia Club, 3400 1st Avenue North, Birmingham
Admission: $12
Time: 8 - 11 pm
Note: Smoke-free event. For more info visit www.acmedance.org

December 5 - Friday (Note: No Dances in the month of December - See you next year)
Southern Two-Steppers Friday Night Dance First and 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Music played by DJ Paul Barksdale. Paul plays a good variety of country western, line dances, west coast, east coast, ballroom and some cajun/zydeco if you request. There is a buffet beginning at 6:30 PM if you would like to eat there. Attire is casual.
Place: Elks Lodge #79, Elk's Lodge #79 6815 2nd Avenue South Birmingham 35212 205 592-7979
Time: 7:30 - 11:00 PM
Admission: Dance is FREE!!

December 5 - Friday
Homewood Ballroom Dance
Each Friday of the month, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire: dressy casual.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$6 non-members, $5 members
Time:
7 -10PM
Note:
Smoke-free event. For more info call 943-0018

December 5 - 7 - Friday thru Sunday
Christmas in Dixie Country Dance Celebration
Rex & Rachel Jones are moving Christmas in Dixie back to it's original home in Birmingham. Lots of social dancing, great variety show, lessons with the best instructors and great prizes!. Friday and Saturday nights there will be dancing in the ballroom and the swing room. If you would like to work for your ticket call Jack McNair at 205-482-1730.
Place:
Sheraton Birmingham Hotel, BJCC Civic Center, 2101 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, Birmingham 35203
Admission:
$75 for weekend pass/$25 for all day/night Friday/$40 for all day/night Saturday/$25 for Sunday
Time:
See schedule on web site
For more information and to register visit www.christmasindixiedance.com or email rexdance@aol.com. 404-391-3229.

December 5- Friday
Pell City Dance Club First Friday of each month. Ray Newman Band. Casual attire.
Place: Celebrations Building, Pell City.
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $5
For info contact Lynn Tucker 205-338-3522
Directions: Take I-20 East to Pell City Exit 158, turn south on Hwy 231 thru Pell 3-4 miles to Cropwell area. Pass Sonic and K-Mart on right, then 1.1 miles past 4-way intersection with traffic light. Building is on the right.
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 6 - Saturday
Dancing with Liz Fowler Ballroom Dance
1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. This a DJ dance, usually a band on the first Saturday, with a lesson at 6:30 PM. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire is dressy casual March - October, after-five November - February.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$8 non-members, $5 members
Time:
6:30 -10PM
Note:
Smoke & alcohol free event. For more info call 943-0018

December 6- Saturday
Camp Branch County Western Dance Every Saturday night. Different dance experience. Jimmy Baker & Pure Country Band. Variety of dance music.
Place: Saginaw Camp Branch, 65 Hwy 26, Saginaw
Admission: $4
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 PM
For directions click on directions tab of this web site.

December 6 - Saturday
Madison Ballroom Dance Studio Every Saturday Night. Dressy casual.
Place: 9076 Madison Blvd, Suite C, Madison, AL
Admission: $5
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info visit www.madisonballroom.com or email dance@MadisonBallroom.com or call Jennifer Covington 256-461-1900.
Directions: From I-65 Merge onto I-565 E at Exit 340 toward Huntsville. Go 6.4 miles. Merge onto AL-20E at Exit 5 toward Madixon. Go 3.2 miles, make a u-turn at Arlington Drive onto Madison Blvd, go .1 mile to the studio. Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 6- Saturday
5th Annual CZC Holiday Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction CZC will be providing light finger foods, soft drinks and coffee for your enjoyment. We ask that everyone bring a potluck plate of finger food/snacks to share. There is no bar at Southern Elegance but you can BYOB if you want to have alcoholic beverages. Jeans & boots are fine but by all means feel free to dress up in your holiday finery if the mood strikes you! Socializing will be from 7 to approximately 8. CD music will start after the socializing. Throughout the evening, Silent Auction items will be on display in the room adjacent to the dance studio for folks to look over and bid on. Auction winners are announced beginning at 9PM. All who have taken part in the past agree that the Silent Auction is a fun and exciting way to raise money for future CZC events and a wonderful opportunity to pick up some unique items for yourself or those on your Christmas list. For more info visit www.czdance.com.
Place: Southern Elegance Dance Studio
Time: 7 to 11pm.
Admission: $6 Members/$8 Non-Members
Directions: From the Parkway: Turn East onto Drake Avenue; south (right) onto L& N Drive which is the first light (just before the railroad tracks); driveway is the first turn on the right from L&N. Southern Elegance is on 2nd floor.

December 6 - Saturday
Ballroom Club, Montgomery First Saturday of each month. Band four times a year. Coat & tie.
Place: Montgomery Area Square Dance Assoc Building (MASDA Hall)
Admission: $
Time: 7:30 - 10:30 PM
For more info visit www.renez.com/theballroomclub, Dancing@renez.com, www.renez.com, or call John Leofsky 334-354-0569 or Rene Zgraggen 334-263-5566.
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 8 - Monday
Retired and Loving It Ballroom Dance Each Monday. CDs by Lee Rachielles, occasionally Ray Newman Band, dressy casual. Food by Ann LaRock, Mildred Heath, Perry Ann Norton and members.
Place: Community Education South (was Corner School) 1220 50th Street South (Crestwood) 35222
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Mariam Bailey or Perry Ann 591-5130, 599-8719

December 8 - Monday
Vestavia Wald Park Lodge Ballroom Dance Each Monday, band, dressy casual.
Place: Vestavia Wald Park Lodge
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
For more info call 956-6946

December 8 - Monday
American Legion Ballroom Social Dance Every Monday - Ken Shackleford's Primetime Band. Casual, 125 to 200 people.
Place: American Legion, I-59 to Oneonta/Ashville Exit 166, toward Oneonta a short distance. Turn north on Hwy 11, about 1 mile on right.
Time: 7:00 - 10:00
For more information call 205-594-5652.

December 8 - Monday
Just Gotta Swing -- A night of swing lessons and social dancing. Lessons begin at 7:00 PM, the dance starts at 8:00 PM. The lessons are geared towards beginning and intermediate dancers, but great for experienced dancers to brush up on the basics. Bring a partner or come alone, all ages and skills are welcome.
Place: Bella Prima Studio, 3712 Lorna Rd, Hoover, AL
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Admission: $7 and $5 for students
For more info and directions check out the web site www.justgottaswing.com or call 205-253-2664.

December 9 - Tuesday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music to dance to.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4
For more info call 205-497-1297

December 9 - Tuesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham Every Tuesday night. Free beginner's Shag lesson from 6:30 - 7:00 pm. DJ plays Shag, Bop, East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing. Casual dress.
Place: Kelly Ingram VFW Post 668, 1801 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call Tommy Barr, 985-9487 tibarr3@charter.net

December 9 - Tuesday
International Folk Dance Each Tuesday. Folk dances from Eastern Europe, Balkans, Greece, Turkey, Israel & others. Taught & danced in informal ongoing format. No experience or partners needed.
Place: Levite Jewish Community Center, Fitness Center, 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Admission: $2
For more info call Thea 205-967-2936
Info courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 9 - Tuesday
The Dance Club, Huntsville Ballroom Dance each Tuesday. Band on 1st Tuesday, CD other Tuesdays. Dressy casual.
Place: Skate Odyssey, 11319 Memorial Parkway South
Time: 7:30 - 10:15
Admission: $5
For more info call Frank Tatom 256-880-7636 dancehsv@mindspring.com http://DanceHSV.Home.mindspring.com

December 10 - Wednesday
Homewood Senior Center Ballroom Dance Alternating Wednesdays with Jean Rogowski of The Classics Band and CD by Liz Fowler. Lesson by Liz from 1:00 - 1:30 PM Dressy casual.
Place: Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Time: 1:00 - 3:30
Admission: $3 & $5
Homewood Senior Center 943-0018

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December 11 - Thursday
JBY Ballroom Dance Second Thursday of every month. Music provided by the George Winter, Classics or Tradewinds Band. Snacks & cold drinks provided. Dress Code: November, December and February: Men: Coat & Tie, Coat & Banded Collar/Button Cover, Coat & String Tie, Coat & Mock Turtleneck Sweater, Coat & Turtleneck Sweater. Ladies: Regular Dress, Cocktail Dress, Long Dress, Skirt & Blouse, Pants Suit, Pants & Blouse. January and for March thru October: Dressy casual. For men and women: No jeans, shorts or tennis shoes. For Men: Shirt with collar (no tee shirts), mock turtleneck. No cap or hat. For Women: Dress, skirt and blouse, pants and blouse.
Place: Friendship Hall, 1024 Old Walker Chapel Road, Fultondale
Time: 7:30 - 10:30 PM
Admission: $8 Members/$10 Guests/$5 Students/$8 for new members who join at the dance
For more info call Murray Echols, 591-2421 or email hmechols@earthlink.net

December 11- Thursday
Brooklane Community Center Dance Dance every Tuesday and Thursday night. Music by live bands. Casual Dress Various types of music.
Place: Brooklane Community Center, 2501 Brooklane Drive, Hueytown, AL 35023
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $4

December 11 - Thursday
Magic City Boppers Each Thursday Bop Dance, DJ
Place: Gabriels Club, 3706 Lorna Road, Hoover
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call 699-6684, 426-3297, 980-4548 www.magiccityboppers.com

December 12 - Friday
ACME Cajun Dance Music by the Jambalaya Cajun Band. Water, soft drinks and ice provided. The club does not sell alcohol, bring a cooler if you like. Attire is casual.
Place: Concordia Club, 3400 1st Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 8 -11 PM
Admission: $12
For more info visit www.acmedance.org, email jazzdogg@aol.com or call 205-951-3463.

December 12 - Friday
Homewood Ballroom Dance
Each Friday of the month, an evening of rhythm and ballroom dancing; the event usually includes quite a bit of swing dance music. Hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks/water provided. Attire: dressy casual.
Place:
Homewood Center, 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood
Admission:
$6 non-members, $5 members
Time:
7 -10PM
Note:
Smoke-free event. For more info call 943-0018

December 13 - Saturday
Naughty or Nice Holiday Show to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy Rhythm N Motion presents exhibitions in ballroom, hustle, west coast swing, hip hop, ballet, tap jazz, breakdancing and more! Silent auction and other entertainment. All proceeds go to the Muscular Dystrophy. After the show there will be social dancing to include a free lesson and music to dance west coast swing, hustle, salsa, foxtrot, waltz and more!
Place: Highland Conference Center, Southside, Birmingham
Time: 6:30 pm
Admission: $10 & $5 Students
For more info visit www.bhamdance.com or call 205-792-4642

December 13 - Saturday
Contra Dance - Friends of Old-Time Music & Dance Second Saturday of each month. Dances begin with warm-ups & teaching at 7:30, music starts at 8 PM.
Place: YWCA, Corner of 23rd Street & 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:30 Lesson 8:00 Dance
Admission: $8 General Admission $6 Members $3 Children 3-15
For more info call 205-822-0505 or visit www.contradancers.org

December 13 - Saturday
Ballroom Dance Trussville Second Saturday of each month. Music by Ray Newman Band. Dressy casual Attire. Cash bar.
Place: Lightning Strikes Bowling Alley, Hwy 11, Trussville (behind Target)
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Admission: $
For more info call Polly Reece 205-655-3342 or Martha Bozeman 205-903-7136.
Update courtesy of JBY Weekly Newsletter

December 16 - Tuesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham Christmas Dinner and Dance Have you been naughty or nice? If you have been good, a special guest might be waiting for you. Door prizes. Shaggers will provide ham and rolls. Members are requested to bring veggies, casseroles, salads or desserts.
Place: Kelly Ingram VFW Post 668, 1801 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For more info call Tommy Barr, 985-9487 tibarr3@charter.net

December 20 - Saturday
Christmas Dinner Dance sponsored by the North Alabama Dance Club and Florence Park and Recration Department Music by Dr Edd Jones and the Little Big Band. Attire: Formal/Semi-Formal. Reservations requested by December 15.
Place: Florence Coliseum, 702 Veterans Drive, Florence, AL
Time: 6:30 pm Seated Dinner/7:30 - 10:30 pm Dancing

Admission: Members $20/Guests $25 Make checks payable to North Alabama Dance Club and mail to: Suzy Robbins, 333 Deer Point Lane, Florence, AL 35634.
For more info contact Suzy Robbins 256-767-1440 or 256-740-1661 or suzyfromal@comcast.net.

December 31 - Wednesday
Birmingham Swing Dancers New Year's Eve Dance
-- Music by the Clay Swofford Band. Snacks and midnight breakfast with New Year toast included. Holiday
attire.
Place: Pelham Civic Center, Pelham
Time: 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Admission: $40 per person
For more info or tickets contact Pat Abbott 437-2727 or Shirley Widener 903-0278.

December 31 - Wednesday
Beach Shaggers of Birmingham New Year's Eve Dance Join the Beach Shaggers of Birmingham in an elegant, fun-filled night on the town at the beautiful Wynfrey Hotel. Rooms available at a special rate of $95 per night. Be sure to them you are with the Beach Shaggers. The dress for the party is casual/elegant (no jeans, please). Admission includes hor d’oeuvres, party favors, champagne at midnight, followed by a breakfast. Please make your reservations in advance to assure food and champagne quantities. Room reservations maybe be made by calling (205) 987-1600. If you have have any problems with the room rates, call Francine Wheeler (205)824-7723. Tickets must be purchased by December 19. Music by DJ Jim Agee of Atlanta
Place: Wynfrey Hotel, Riverchase Galleria, Hoover
Time: 8 PM - 1 AM
Admission: $15 Members/$30 Non-Members
For reservations call 205-871-7424.