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Support our Business Members:

Incandescent Ironworks  Incandescent Ironworks makes custom-designed, 
hand-forged architectural ironwork, ornamental ironwork and furnishings for homes, gardens and businesses.

Inland Northwest Bluegrass Association    bluegrass bands,  jams, and the winter monthly bluegrass showcase

North Division Bicycle, Inc.  featuring bicycle sales and service.  10503 N. Division 467-2453 or 1-888-222-BIKE

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Calendar of Events

            Our calendar attempts to be accurate. But it's always a good idea to check with the sponsoring venue for late changes, cost, ticket availability,  etc.
          There are folk dances every Wednesday at the Women's Club except July and August.  The third Wednesday in the month is a Jam Dance, with jamming musicians.
                    Events sponsored by the Folklore Society are highlighted in lilac.

2012 Year of the Dragon
May 2012
2Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Susan Dankovich Out of the Wood Buzz Step Swing

Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas were part of the first Celtic Music Spokane series in 2007.  They are returning to Spokane next Wednesday, May 2 and will perform at the Bing Crosby Theater.  We wanted to let you know about this concert.

Scottish Fiddler Alasdair Fraser and  Amazing Cellist Natalie Haas
  at 7:30pm Bing Crosby Theater.
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Lyle Morse , 7 PM, Chairs, 113 W Indiana, Spokane, WA ph 509-363-0144 (for info, appearance sponsored by the Spokane Songwriters)

 

4Arvid Lundin Fri  7-9 PM O' Shay's Irish Pub and Eatery,
313 E Coeur D'Alene, Ave. Coeur D' Alene, ID (208) 667-4666

Lyle Morse 6:30 - 10 PM, Barrister Winery, 1213 W Railroad Ave, Spokane, WA, ph 509-465-3591

COMMUNITY CONTRA DANCE with music by Potatohead, and calling by Susan Dankovich, at the Unitarian Church (Corner of 2nd St and Van Buren in Moscow)
Note the change in location.
Beginner? No problem- Arrive at 7:30 and there are free lessons.
No Partner? No worry. There are lots of dancers - many would like to
dance with you.
All dances are taught. Singles, families & beginners are always welcome.
Beginner's session at 7:30
8-11 Dance
Admission: $6 for members, $8 for non-members & $5 for first time beginners
5 Moscow Renaissance Fair. (http://www.moscowrenfair.org/) The fair is Moscow’s annual two-day celebration of spring (May 5-6) with live entertainment, food, and crafts for kids and adults of all ages. Sesitshaya Marimba will be playing on the main stage at East City Park from 11:45am-12:25pm. 
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Growling Old Men, aka John Lowell & Ben Winship  Monday May 7th    
7:30pm    $15.00 Rick Singer Photography  415 1/2 West Main Ave.    Info: 838-3333, or RickSingerPhotography.com
9Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Vickie Marron Arvid & Deep Roots Straight Lines
10 BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet
Thursday, May 10th 7:30 pm at The Bing Crosby Theater 901 West Sprague Ave., Spokane
11Sandpoint Contra Dance
Second Friday contra dances in Sandpoint at the Community Hall 7-10 pm $5 donation.
May 11 Out of the Wood, caller TBA.

Tony Furtado of Oregon is bringing Luke Price, two-time National
Fiddle Champion, and Stephanie Sneiderman, singer, songwriter to the Cutter in Metalline Falls
on the 11th. The show begins at 7:30 and tickets are $10. in advance or $12
at the door.  

Lyle Morse 5 - 8 PM, Studio 107, 503 E Sherman, CDA, ID (NEW ADDRESS), ph
208-664-1201
12Second Saturday Contra Dance
May 12, 2012 Too Young To Marry  Caller Nora Scott
Coming from Spokane
Exit I-90 at Broadway
Turn right (east) on Broadway at the end of the
exit Turn left (north) on Park Rd. cross over I 90.
First building on the left after crossing Mission
Coming from Coeur d'Alene or Spokane Valley
Exit I-90 at Argonne
Turn right (north) on Argonne at the end of the
exit
Turn left (west) on Trent
Turn left onto Park Rd.  Last building on right before Mission

INBA Spring String Workshop
We are excited about the fantastic lineup of instructors who are happy to share their expertise with you at the INBA Spring String Workshop to be held on Saturday, May 12, at Colbert Presbyterian Church.  It is a fun day full of music, fun and fellowship. 
 You will be able to choose a subject of interest from each of the three workshop sessions. Then share a potluck lunch with friends, old and new.
 Have you ever wanted to try out a banjo, mandolin, Dobro, autoharp, etc? Come and visit the instrument “petting zoo.” 
 All this for just $10 (members, $15 non-members) for the day.  What a deal!
 For more information, contact Bruce Shaw, 487-8464, or bwshaw2@gmail.com.  Registration forms available in the March Blabber and at the monthly Showcase. Deadline for registration is May 2.  Space is limited.  Register now!

Moses Willey performs at Newports Little Grand Old Opry May 12 6:00

The Garden Expo at Spokane Comm. College will feature local folk musicians including Sondahl and Hawkins (12-2 at the food court) and Plaid Cat 2:30-4:30 North Entrance...  This large festival is free to the public and a fun collection of garden related items and plant starts.
Mark your calendars for May 12th as Moses Willey ,the Inland Northwest's newest sensation, brings their own brand of Bluegrass Americana Appalachian Hybrid Crossover Acoustic Folk Fusion to The Hospitality House in Newport WA. Show starts at 6:00 address is 216 S Washington Street,Newport WA. This is the 6th year of "Newport's Little Grand Old Opry". Join us for a rolickin' good time!!!!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIn2RbFbfYQ
16Wednesday Night Contra Jam Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Nora Scott (H) Jam Band
18Arvid Lundin 7-9 PM O' Shay's Irish Pub and Eatery,
313 E Coeur D'Alene, Ave. Coeur D' Alene, ID (208) 667-4666

Juni Fisher will  perform at the  Empire Theatre in Tekoa on Sat, May 18 at 7 PM.   $ 10  
Info  http://tekoaempiretheatre.com/
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Dirk Lind at Luxe Coffeehouse in downtown Spokane on Saturday, May 19th at 7PM.
23Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Ray Polhemus Out of the Wood Anticipation
26Lyle Morse 9 AM - 12 PM, Spokane Farmer's Market, corner of Division & Fifth Sts, Spokane, WA, ph 509-995-0182
30Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Larry Simmons River City Ramblers
June 2012
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Saturday Contra Dance Westminster Congregational United Church of Christ social hall, 4th and Washington, Spokane  Gender neutral contra dance.  Music by Out of Nowhere, Caller, Vickie Marron.
Come trip the light fantastic at our area’s first ever Gender Neutral Family Folk-dance, presented as a part of Spokane’s Pride celebrations
by the Spokane Folklore Society and Spokane PFLAG!
join us at 6:30PM for lessons covering the basics of contra (American
folk)dance. Also learn how to lead or follow on the dance
floor. Vickie Marron will be calling dances with new contra band Out of Nowhere playing from 7:00-9:00PM.
This is event will be provided free to the community with a $3.00
suggested donation to benefit Odyssey Youth Center. Dancers of all
ages and experience levels are welcome to attend.

 7:30pm Juni Fisher is scheduled to perform at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in
Uniontown.  Admission is $12 at the door.  Audiences
who enjoy storytelling through song, humor and even a bit of history, fans of
the Western landscape and lifestyle, and folk music fans enjoy Juni’s concerts.

4Laddie Ray Melvin 6:00 to 8:00 pm THE ODELL HOUSE 2325 W. 1st Spokane
6Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Mitchell Frey Bridgewater Boys Stars
7Eric Taylor will be returning to Spokane to play at Rick Singer's studio on thursday, June 7th at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $20.00 cash only at the door, reserve your seats by emailing me, or call 838-3333.  Eric is touring to support his new album Live At The Red Shack, with Lyle Lovett and Nancy Griffith, and others.  Thanks always, Rick --
rick@ricksingerphotography.com  415 1/2 West Main Ave. Spokane WA 99201  509-838-3333
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Sandpoint  contra dance  at the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S First Ave, 7-10 p.m..  Our band: Out of the Wood.  Emily Faulkner calling. All dances taught.  $5 donation, potluck snacks, bring a friend, etc, etc.  
For more information please email sandpointcontra@gmail.com or call 208-263-6751
13Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Nora Scott Out of the Wood
20Wednesday Night Contra Jam Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  Susan Dankovich (H) Jam Band
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Saturday Contra Dance Woman's Club of Spokane, 9th and Walnut, Spokane  Lady of the Lake Warmup Dance.  Music by Elixir, Caller, Nils Fredland
24We are pleased to announce the staff for the 2012 Lady of the Lake's June Music and Dance Week and August Family Week (www.ladyofthelake.org). Both camps are held on the shores of beautiful Lake Coeur D'Alene at Camp N-Sid-Sen and are filled with music, dance, and fun on the lake. 
  Staff for June Week (June 24-30) includes:
           Elixir- Nils Fredland, Anna Patton, Ethan Hazard-Watkins, Jesse Hazard-Watkins and Owen Morrison.   This high energy band has a unique sound with the addition of brass instruments to the traditional contra dance mix. Band members will also lead band and individual instrument workshops.
           Dr. Groove with Nat Hewitt, TJ Johnson and Seth Houston.  This band has a highly improvisational sound and will get your feet hopping.  Band members will also lead band and individual instrument workshops.
           The Canote Brothers They are back by popular demand and will play for swing and squares and repeat their acclaimed swing and uke workshops. 
           The entertaining and talented Seth Tepfer  will share the calling duties with Elixer's Nils Fredland. 
           Ken Glastre is our venerable sound man.
Join us for contra, square, swing and English dancing, instrument and band workshops, singing, great meals, and lots of hiking, napping and swimming time.
  Cost for June week is $570 for adults and $500 for teens 12 and over and includes meals from Sunday dinner to Saturday breakfast.
  Please visit our web site for more information and registration forms: www.ladyofthelake.org. Registration is limited to the first 125 people so register early and don't miss out on a fantastic week.
  You can also email danceweek@ladyofthelake.org or call Oshi at (406) 581-8178 for any questions.
  
27Wednesday Night Contra Dance   from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club of Spokane, Corner of 9th Ave and Walnut (1428 W. 9th).  Teaching of the basics at 7:00 p.m. $5 SFS members and students over 18, $7 non-members  All Callers Arvid & Deep Roots