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Spokane Folklore Society
Answer Phone: 747-2640
P.O. Box 141
Spokane, WA 99210-0141
Questions about the folklore society? email spokanefolklore@gmail.com
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Spokane Folklore Societyand CommunityCalendar of Events |
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.
| May 2013 | |
| 1 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Ray Polhemus Out of the Wood Buzz Step Swing |
| 2 | The Brick and Mortar concert series continues at Chairs 113 W. Indiana right here in Spokane. As always, the show begins at 7 pm. Tthe May 2nd show will include Steve Schennum and John Paul Shields. Come on out and support the Spokane Songwriters Organization. You’ll be happy you did. |
| 3 | Lyle Morse
Barrister Winery First Friday - 6:30 PM
to 10 PM 1213 W Railroad Ave Spokane
Washington 99201 509-465-3591 Hapa performs Polynesian music May 3-4. Their Pan-Polynesian music is an amalgam of infuences ranging from ancient genealogical chants to the strummed ballads of Portuguese fisherman, Spanish cowboys, and the inspired melodies and harmonies of the traditional church choirs of the early missionaries. Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. The Simon and Garfunkle of the Hawaiian Islands Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave., Spokane, WA $20 Phone: 1-800-325-SEAT |
| 8 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Nora Scott Arvid Lundin & Deep Roots Straight Lines |
| 10 | Lyle Morse Studio 107 Art Walk 5 to 8 PM 503 E Sherman mCoeur d'Alene Idaho 83814 208-664-1201 |
| 11 | The Spokane Garden Expo
9-5 at Spokane Community College features lots of local plant
starts and garden related crafts and music on several stages by folkies
like Sondahl and Hawkins (north of Lair 12-2) and Lyle Morse (outside Lair 12-2 also). Please join us for the Second Saturday Dance at the East Spokane Grange Saturday, May 11th 2013. Come and dance to the tunes of Bridgewater Boys. We’re very pleased to welcome Moscow caller Joseph Erhard-Hudson. 7-10 pm with a lesson for beginners at 6:45. There will be a potluck. Your favorite snack will be there if you bring it! Admission is $8 for Folklore Society members and students, $10 for non- members. Directions: East Spokane Grange 1621 N. Park Road Coming from Spokane Exit I-90 at Broadway Turn right (east) on Broadway at end of exit Turn left (north) on Park Rd. cross over I 90. First building on the left after crossing Mission Coming from C'dA or Spokane Valley Exit I-90 at Argonne Turn right (north) on Argonne at end of exit Turn left (west) on Trent Turn left onto Park Rd. Last building on right before Mission For more information: 747-2640 www.spokanefolkore.org |
| 15 | Contra Jam Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Susan Dankovich (H) Jam Band |
| 18 | The last INBMA Showcase of Spring will be at 7 pm, Trent Elementary School, 3303 N. Pines Rd., Spokane , WA 99206. Regular
admission is $10 for non members and $7 for INBMA members. May 18th:Saturday: COMMUNITY CONTRA DANCE with music by Floating Crowbar, and calling by Joseph Erhard-Hudson, at the Old Blaine Schoolhouse (corner of Eid Road and Blaine, map available on the website, palousefolk.org) We'll kick off our summer dances at the schoolhouse in grand style on May 18th with the stellar celtic group, Floating Crowbar, and calling by one of our favorite callers, Joseph Erhard-Hudson. Don't forget that we'll gather at 6:30 before the dance to share a potluck meal together. And think about dessert too! We'll spend the evening dancing out under the stars! 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. Potluck dinner at 6:30 Free dance lessons at 7:30 8-11 Dance Admission: $6 for members, $8 for non-members & $5 for first time beginners |
| 22 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Karen Wilson-Bell Out of the Wood Anticipation |
| 23 | Floating
Crowbar will be playing traditional Irish music at Hills’ Restaurant
& Lounge (across the street from Auntie’s Bookstore in downtown
Spokane, WA) Thursday, May 23rd, 2013, from 8:00-11:00. This Thursday, May 23rd, at 7pm, the third concert of the Spring-Summer Guitar Series at Holy Names Music Center will feature John Paul Shields playing folk and classical music from Spain, Venezuela, and Peru on the Spanish guitar. In honor of the event, come join everyone for celebratory Pisco Sours and appetizers! For more information about John Paul Shields, visit his website at www.johnpaulshields.com. To buy tickets early, contact Holy Names Music Center at (509)-326-9516. When: This Thursday, May 23rd; doors open at 6:15, concert starts at 7pm Where: Holy Names Music Center (at Fort Wright, next to SFCC), 3910 W. Custer Dr, Spokane, Washington, 99224 Tickets: at the door or bought by phone; Adults $12, Students/Seniors/Military $7 |
| 24 | The 42nd Northwest Folklife Festival in Seattle Features Dozens of Types of ‘Folk’ Music, including Jazz and Hip Hop! This Memorial Day Weekend (May 24-27), Northwest Folklife is pleased to bring the region four extraordinary days of music, dance, and cultural experiences at the 2014 Northwest Folklife Festival at Seattle Center! Join your friends and neighbors for the greatest show of talent and tradition in the Northwest. Step inside any of the twenty-six programmed stages and venues for workshops, performances, dances, and dozens of opportunities to participate in programming that includes—but goes far beyond—“folk.” Expect hip hop, jazz, rock, swing, and more. Northwest Folklife defines “folklife” as, basically, “the things people do at home to entertain themselves.” That definition allows the Festival to schedule all kinds of acts—from traditional costumed dance and slack-key guitar to emerging trends like chiptunes and looping—to best represent the evolving folklife of the region. Each year the Northwest Folklife Festival presents over 6,000 performers, 80 hours of participatory dance, and 200 vendors selling crafts and food from around the world. 7:00 PM: Arvid Lundin & Jesse Crisman @ O'Shay's Irish Pub and Eatery 313 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive, Cd’A, ID (208) 667-4666 |
| 28 | Lonesome Lyle Morse Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 The Shop 7 to 9 PM 924 S Perry St Spokane Washington 509-534-1647 |
| 29 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Mitchell Frey Crooked Kilt Contra Corners |
| 31 | 7:00 PM Arvid Lundin & Carla Carnegie O'Shay's Irish Pub and Eatery 313 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive, Cd’A, ID (208) 667-4666 |
| 31-June2 | Artfest In Coeur d’Alene Park in historic Brownes Addition west of downtown 160 artisans, food booths, live music, beer garden and art tent for kids of all ages. Look for the following Fall Folk Festival Performers and more (Friday) Musha Marimba, Panhandle Polecats, Tango Volcado, Floating Crowbar (Saturday) Kevin Pace and the Early Edition, Mighty Squirrel, Robbins Rebels Fife and Drum Corp For the complete schedule http://northwestmuseum.org/
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| June 2013 | |
| 1 | Lonesome Lyle Morse Rocket Market 7:30 to 9:30 PM 726 E 43rd Spokane Washington 99203 509-343-BAKE |
| 5 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Emily Faulkner River City Ramblers Stars Sondahl and Hawkins Millwood Farmers Market 5-7 |
| 6 | Eric
Taylor's return to Spokane concert. Eric will once again be bringing his
compassionately musical, storytelling tales, which are always cleverly
painted with a colorful cast of characters back to Spokane. Touring in
support of his brand new record STUDIO 10, his first studio album since
his critically acclaimed 2007 release, Hollywood Pocketknife, you can
expect to hear a healthy handful of songs from Eric's new album as well
as choice selections from his deep musical catalog. Date: Thursday, June 6th Time: Doors open @ 6:45 p.m. - Show starts @ 7:30 p.m. Seating: Limited seating - 50 seats maximum Tickets: $20 Host: Bob Rice Venue Location: 1514 South Cedar, Spokane, WA 99203 Ticket Purchasing Information: Call Bob Rice at 509-879-1871 or email crossroadsbobconcerts@ I invite you to visit Eric's official web site at http://www.bluerubymusic. |
| 7 | Lonesome Lyle Morse Barrister Winery First Friday - 6:30 PM to 10 PM 1213 W Railroad Ave Spokane Washington 99201 US 509-465-3591 |
| 8 | Gender Neutral Contra Dance at
Westminster UCC Church
Sponsors: Spokane Folklore Society, Westminster United Church of Christ & PFLAG 7-10 pm Caller: Emily Faulkner Band: Ebb and Flow Address: 411 S Washington St, Spokane, WA 99204-2617 509-747-2640 Suggested Donation $5 |
| 12 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Vickie Marron Out of Nowhere Intermediate Dances |
| 13 | Sondahl and Hawkins, Perry St Farmer's Market Spokane 4-7 |
| 14 | Second
Friday contra dance in Sandpoint : Out of the Wood June 14th, Emily Faulkner calling.
Dances are held at the gracious and historical Sandpoint Community Hall
from 7-10 p.m. All dances taught, beginners, singles, families
welcome; new dancers are encouraged to arrive on time to start at the
beginning! $5 donation. For more information please email sandpointcontra@gmail.com or call 208-263-6751. Lonesome Lyle Morse Studio 107 m5 to 8 PM 503 E Sherman Coeur d'Alene Idaho 83814 |
| 19 | Contra Jam Dance at the Women's Club
1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance
7:30-9:30 PM Lonesome Lyle Morse Spokane Farmer's Market 9 AM to 12 noon 10 W Fifth Ave Spokane Washington 99201 509-995-0182 Enjoy the music while shopping for locally grown foods and other merchandise |
| 22 | An evening in Post Falls, ID with Lady of the Lake Dance Camp warm-up contra dance Hosted by the Spokane Folklore Society. George Marshall calls dances to the wildly popular dance tunes of Wild Asparagus. To learn more about the band visit their website at www.wildasparagus.com. The dance will be held in the social hall of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church located at 4718 E Horsehaven Ave Post Falls, ID 83854. 7-10 pm Potluck deserts at the break Your favorite snack will be there if you bring it! Directions: From I-90 take Idaho exit 7 and go north on highway 41 approximately one mile. Turn right onto E. Horsehaven Ave. at the ProBuild sign. The church is about a half mile down the road on the right. Admission: $12 for students and Folklore Society members, $15 for non-members. Children under 18 are admitted for free. |
| 23-9 | Lady of the Lake Music and Dance Week |
| 26 | Contra Dance at the Women's Club 1428 West 9th Avenue Spokane Dance Instruction 7:00 PM Dance 7:30-9:30 PM |