LYNNE’S DANCE NEWS
A list of
DANCING OPPORTUNITIES
in the MINNEAPOLIS/ ST. PAUL AREA
by Lynne Schulz, LMSDANCE@GMAIL.COM,
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ADELE'S FROZEN
CUSTARD SHOP
800 Excelsior Blvd.
EXCELSIOR, MN
sandwiches/ brats,
many flavors
of custard
PIES AND
GIFT CARDS
Owner:
Jenny (nee Schulz) Zechmeister,
Asst. Mgr: Stella Schulz
FUTURE EVENTS (not all are listed, please send info.)
Dance Competitions: see www.USADance.org
2025
APRIL
??? ARG. TANGO CLASSES will resume by Jay Abling & Rachel Moon, see FuegoTangoClub.com
09 -Dance at Woodbury Community Expo10am-3pm at a booth for Croix Event Ctr. on stage 12:30-1pm in the Varsity Gym at Woodbury High School: 2665 Woodlane Dr., Woodbury, MN 55125
10 - Chamber of Commerce Spring Fling at The Croix, "Luau Under the Stars!", food samples, beer & wine tasting, cash bar, raffle tickets, split the pot, games & prizes, dance performance, wear Hawaiian outfit!, bring your business cards for networking, in advance $25; dance classes in new 3rd studio, DanceAndEntertainment.com
11 - BALLROOM DANCE PARTY & DINNER by Stardust Dance Club at The Croix, 6pm social, 6:45 dinner, 730-1030 dancing to KJ Quartet, stardustdancers.info
11-13- Call of the Loon Contra Dance Weekend, at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls., music by Dam Beavers and Contratopia, with callers Seth Tepfer and Steve Pike.
11 - BALLROOM SHOWCASE at The Croix, tropical theme, reserve, see DanceAndEntertainment.com, performances start at 4:30pm, dinner, social dancing, $50
12 - BALLROOM MUSIC PARTY by Ballroom&LatinDanceClub, 6:30pm lesson, 7:20 interm. lesson, 8-10pm dancing; $20-lessons & party, $15-party only, 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, ballroom-club.com, Rose 507-990-5167
12- BALLROOM MUSIC DANCE PARTY by CafeBailar.com, 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music, at Duende in St. Louis Pk,
12 - ADULT PROM at Mpls. Cider Co., 8-11:30p ,DJ music, $26, dress to impress, details & tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/adult-prom-redo-tickets
13 - VARIETY DANCE PARTY 1-5pm at ShakopeeBallroom.com, 2400 4th Av. E., Shakopee, MN, NO lesson, $15 admission; all levels welcome, no partner needed, by Randy & Lynette Mahowald/Shake a Leg Dance
13 - SALSA PRACTICE for Duende students, St. Louis Pk., 4-6pm
14 - Ladies & Couples Performance Teams will start at The Croix with a mix of Mon. & Wed. practices. Contact Tricia for more info. at Dance AndEntertainment.com
15 - RESERVE for May 16 SOCIAL DANCE CLUB dinner & dancing/ band at club in Hopkins, $200 couple per eve.+ $30 dues. Tom, tpaulniemiec@gmail.com, 612-978-5692.
18-20 - ARGENTINE TANGO BOOTCAMP!!, 4/18 - 6 to 8PM, 4/19 - 1 to 3PM, 4/20 - 1 to 3PM at Carleton Lofts, 2285 University Av. W., St Paul, $150, www.miriam.lea.dance, miriam.lea.official@gmail.com
19 - ARGENTINE TANGO 5400 MILONGA with alternative music at Triune Hall, St. Paul, mntango.org
19 - ROCHESTER, MN: LIVE MUSIC at BlueMoonBallroom.com - Pop, Blues, Jazz, lesson 7:30pm, dancing 8:30-11pm, bring beverage & or appetizer to share
20 - EASTER SUNDAY
20 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p Silver Linings Band, Amy Hanson teaches Quickstep II at 6pm
20 - ???SWING NIGHT only every 3rd Sun.at Mpls. Cider Co - Beasley's Big Band + Vocalist Courtney Burton, 701 SE 9th St, Mpls. 5:15 PM lesson, 6-8PM - music,
20 - ARGENTINE TANGO MILONGA at Showtime Studio, hosted by Lois Donnay, watch at mntango.com or mntango.org
20 - Twang Band (Ali Gray sings) at Neumann's, ST. Paul
21 - DEADLINE for discount on tickets for Prom, See May 3 below.+
24 - ARGENTINE TANGO BEGINNERS' LESSON, 6:30 - 7:40pm at Del Sur Empanadas, 14725 Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka, $25.16, all are welcome! No experience needed. No special dance shoes or other needed. eat delicious Argentinian food, wine and beer
25 - SALSA/ LATIN DANCE PARTY, A DUENDE SOCIAL, all welcome, 7pm Salsa Lesson, 8-11:30pm Social Dancing, $15 includes lesson. Advance tickets online, cash at the door
25 - Daddy Squeeze & Elizabeth inside of Como Pavilion's Dock and Paddle Indoor Cafe, St Paul 5-7pm
26 - BALLROOM MUSIC DANCE PARTY by CafeBailar.com, 7:30p lesson, 8:30-10:45 DJ music, at Duende in St. Louis Pk,
26 - U of MN Faculty Dance Club at Moundsview Event Ctr., Rod Cerar Band
26 - ARG. TANGO MALA YUNTA MILONGA admission increases to $18 at FourSeasonsDance.com, Mpls.
26 - Volunteer Appreciation Potluck Dinner for those who have volunteered this last year at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.at 5:30pm, RSVP
27 - FREE Sunday Brunch Dance and Social Outing ,1-2:30 PM, at SoulBallroom.com , 76 Nathan Ln.N., Plymouth, MN
27 - Daddy Squeeze (variety accordion) at Waldmann Brewery, St. Paul 6-7:30pm
30 - Ali Gray's Country Jamboree at The Croix, 7pm West Coast Swing lesson $10, 8-11pm dancing , $15.
MAY
02 - Suburban Winterset Dance Club party with Rod Cerar Band, wintersetdanceclub.com
02 - The Percolators at Crystal VFW, 7-11 pm
02 - WEST COAST SWING WEEKEND by TC Rebels.com. in St.. Paul, with Bryn Anderson & K.T Rutland, 7a-11:30p workshops and dance party, at Triune Hall, then ....
03 - WEST COAST SWING WEEKEND by TC Rebels.com. in St.. Paul, with Bryn Anderson & K.T Rutland, 11:30a -12a workshops & anniv. dance party
03 - ADULT PROM theme is 1950's! Get out your white sport coats, dresses & petticoats! Dinner, The Arcades Band, Soda Fountain Floats, Dance Cards, and more! (You do not need to come with a partner). Tickets are only $45 if purchased before 4/21/25..
04 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p, Tom Larson DJ and teaching Rumba I 6pm
04 - TEA DANCE (ballroom/ variety music 1-4pm) and optional BRUNCH 11:00am at Lafayette Club (off Co. Rd. 15, W. of Wayzata) on Lake Minnetonka, ATTIRE: SEMI-FORMAL OR FORMAL. (ballroom is cool); $75, other price options, see https://usa-dance-minnesota-chapter-2011.square.site/
04 - NIGHTCLUB 2-STEP WORKSHOP in OWATONNA, MN at Bee Bop Club 1:30-5pm, of 3 one-hour lessons with 15 min. breaks, be familiar with the basic patterns as material taught will be interm. to advanced. Pre-registration required, $30, https://www.facebook.com/share/1HDu8SoaNT/?mibextid=wwXIfr or dancemadeeasy@hotmail.com
8-11 - MN ARG. TANGO MUSIC FESTIVAL - concerts, milongas, classes, https://minnesotatangomusicfestival.com/
09 - BALLROOM DANCE PARTY & DINNER by Stardust Dance Club at The Croix, 6pm ,stardustdancers.info
09 - Classic Big Band at Bloomington Event Ctr.
8-11 - MINNESOTA TANGO MUSIC FESTIVAL Showcase Concert at Parkway Theater , Quartet Milonga - Grand Milonga - Closing Milonga at SOKOL Hall &Ctr. For Performing Arts, Mpls. and St Paul. Discounted Event Pass available. Details here:minnesotatangomusicfestival.com
9 -11 -BACHATA BASH with Los Bontillos at Dance Unlimited, 1250 E Wayzata Blvd, Wayzata MN 55391,www.bailaconpasion.com/calendar-event-schedule
?11 - VARIETY DANCE PARTY 1-5pm at ShakopeeBallroom.com, 2400 4th Av. E., Shakopee, MN, West Coast Swing lesson 1:15–1:45 included in $15 admission; all levels welcome, no partner needed, by Randy & Lynette Mahowald/Shake a Leg Dance
14 - Gus Sent Me Band at The Croix, 5880 Omaha Av.,N., 8-11p, 7pm NC2-step lesson.
16 - SOCIAL DANCE CLUB - dinner & dancing to band at country club in Hopkins, $200 couple per eve.+ $30 dues. Tom Niemiec, tpaulniemiec@gmail.com, 612-978-5692
17 - Go Wild: Mpls.DanceSport Ballroom ProAm Ballroom Competition. live music, general dancing, professional show.at The Hilton Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, 3800 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425,Moulin Rouge-themed event , Teacher & Student Appreciation after-party, https://www.gowildmplsdancesport.com/
17 - Celebration of Life for GINNY KARKI, ballroom dancer, 2PM at U of MN Arboretum in Chanhassen in old Snyder Bldg. auditorum, free saying you are attending the Karki event (passed away Oct. 4, result of hitting head on sidewalk, obit in "StarTribune" and Johnson Funeral Home of Waconia web site, husband Myron - mkarki@integra.net
17 - SWANGO 5400: alternating tandas of West Coast Swing and Alternative Tango at Triune Hall, St. Paul, mntango.org
18 - Tapestry Member Mixer! Socialize with other members 5-6:30pm at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls. while enjoying snacks and drinks! NO RSVP necessary.
18 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p Jerry O' Hagan Combo, Ricci-Lee Hotz teaches Rumba II at 6pm
22 -SWINGIN’ ON A STAR is at WABASHA ST. CAVES, 215 Wabasha Street S., St Paul., THURSDAY, 7 - 10pm.. Cash bar. Free parking. $15, $10 seniors. Free lesson 6:15.
JUNE
01 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p,Sara Kreps DJ, Duayne Wincell teaching Hustle I at 6pm
06 - BALLROOM DANCE PARTY & DINNER by Stardust Dance Club at The Croix, 6pmstardustdancers.info
07 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Tailspin Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
13 - Classic Big Band at Bloomington Event Ctr., 1114 W. Amer. Blvd., Blmgtn. MN, 7-10pm, lesson 6pm
14 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with The Arcades Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
15 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p Silver Linings Band, Duayne Wincell teaching Hustle II at 6pm
21 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Bad Companions Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
21 -ARGENTINE TANGO 5400 MILONGA, mntango.org
21 - Cole Diamond (country singer) at Mainstreet Bar & Grill in Hopkins
28 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Johnny No Cash Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
29 - BALLROOM/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY at TapestryFolkdance.org, Mpls.7-9:30p Hot Toddies Band, Duayne Wincell teaching III at 6pm
JULY
09 - Beasley's Big Band at Lake Harriet Bandshell, 7:30 - 9PM
Lake Harriet Bandshell: 4135 West Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, 55409
10-13 TWIN CITIES OPEN Dance Comp 25th Anniversary at Hyatt Regency Downtown Mpls., www.TwinCitiesOpen.com
11- Classic Big Band at Bloomington Event Ctr.
11 - ROCK MUSIC NIGHT, open 5pm, Headliner: Foreigner 38 Special, Loverboy, www.LakeFrontMusicFest.com in Prior Lake, MN
12 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Down The Road Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
12 - COUNTRY MUSIC NIGHT open 5pm, Headliner: Miranda Lambert, Randy Houser, Dillon Carmichael, www.LakeFrontMusicFest.com in Prior Lake, MN
13 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sun.,. 3-7pm with The Coda Band (no vocals) at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
AUGUST
03 - Beasley's Big Band at Como Lakeside Pavilion,6:30 -8PM
08 - Classic Big Band at Bloomington Event Ctr.
09 - COUNTRY/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Country Doctors Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
16 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Everett Smithson Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
23 - SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY on Sat. 3-7pm with Bad Companions Band at Dave (& Linda) Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely, unique backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
SEPTEMBER
SWING DANCE in Hangar
19 - Classic Big Band at Bloomington Event Ctr., also October 17, November 14, December 19
NOVEMBER
Nov 14-17 2025 Argentine Tango Instruction by Luciana Valle in St. Paul, details later from Michael at nomorar@aol.com
Details will come later, but the weekend is set, the venue is booked, and Luciana is on track to get US on track in her inimitable style!
Early bookings are always appreciated, and we will post all the details in July.
2026
Feb. 16-23 - COSTA RICA DANCE TRIP, open to all ballroom/ country dancers. See www.danceandentertainment.com.
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SUMMER OUTDOOR MUSIC:
-occasional SWING/ VARIETY DANCE PARTY with a Band at Dave & Linda Beckman's Roofed Ballroom in lovely backyard, 8239 Long Lake Rd., Moundsview, $15, optional: bring appetizers/ treats, beverage; get schedule: bigdipper5@comcast.net or 612-242-4272
-occasional OUTDOOR VARIETY DANCE PARTY at pro Tom Larson’s, 634 Neal Av.N., W. Lakeland, N.E. Of St. Paul, park at green sign, lesson 7pm, dancing 8-10:30pm on hard floors, $15 (includes lesson & dance), $15 extra for a private floor, prof pest control. Optional: bring chair, snacks, beverages; 612-371-0300
~Anoka Riverfront Park, Weds. 6-8pm, 2201 2nd Av.,Anoka, bring chair, www.anokaminnesota.com/640/Music-in-the-Parks
~ Apple Valley Kelley Pk.: 630-830p, 6855 Fortino, bring chair, dance on grasswww.cityofapplevalley.org/905/Music-in-Kelley-Park
~ Blmgtn.: Normandale Lk.: Thur. 7pm, bring chair, cement , food trucks earlier, https://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/pr/arts-parks
~ Bloomington Civic Ctr. Plaza: 5–8 p.m., Weds. W. Old Shakopee Rd., https://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/pr/arts-parks
~ Brooklyn Ctr.: June18+, 7-9pm in Centennial Pk, 6301 Shingle Crk Pkwy., www.brooklyncentermn.gov/
~Burnsville: in Nicollet Commons Pk., burnsvillemn.gov/events
~ Chanhassen: 6:30-8 PM, https://www.chanhassenmn.gov/departments/park-recreation/community-events/summer-concert-series
~ Chaska: in Fireman's Pk.: Wed. 6-8pm https://www.chaskamn.gov/817/Summer-Concert-Series
~Columbia Hts.: Huset Pk. 3965 Jefferson, MusicInThePark ……. Wed., 630-8pm?, grass
~ Coon Rapids: Thur., 7pm, CoonRapidsDam, 9750 Egret Blvd., https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=4712, thru Aug. 8 concessions 5:30 -7p,
~ Eagan: 1501 Central Pkwy., https://cityofeagan.com/mf-music#augsept
* Edina: 5-8pm at 50th & France (Nolan Mains, 3945 Market St., park free in two ramps off Market St.)
~ Eden Prairie: www.edenprairie.org/community/events-calendar (Summer Arts and Entertainmnet flyer); at Staring Lake, 14800 Pioneer Tr., bring chair;
https://issuu.com/cityofedenprairie/docs/summer_2024?fr=sZTQ1ODYzMjk5MTQ
~ Edina Centennial Lk., 6:30p, concrete, bring cushion, 7499 France Av.S.; E. side of ramp, www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1491/Centennial-Lakes-Summer-Entertainment-Calendar-PDF?bidId=
~ Edina: Fri., 5-8pm at Nolan Plaza at 3945 Market St. off 50th & France, https://www.50thandfrance.com/music-on-the-plaza-2023-2/
~ Excelsior: 7pm Weds., grass, bring chair & sweater, go to Adele's Frozen Custard first, https://www.excelsiorconcerts.com/2024-concert-lineup.html
* Forest Lake: www.cityofforestlake.com/192/Arts-in-the-Park
~ Golden Valley: Brookview Pk: on Winnetka Av., 1/2 block S. Of Hwy. 55; 7pm ,dance on sidewalks, bring chair, www.goldenvalleymn.gov/454/Concerts-In-The-Park
~ Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsartscenter.com/263/The-Sunset-Series-Outdoor-Concerts, at Hopkins Downtown Pk on 9th Av.
~ Lake Mtka.: 6-9pm at Lord Fletcher's, 3746 Sunset Dr.,thru Labor Day, https://www.lordfletchers.com/events/
* Lakeville has www.Pan-O-Prog summer fest
* Maple Grove: https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8074/Sounds-of-Summer-2024-schedule-PDF?bidId=, Mon,.& Wed. starting June 24, 2024, 7pm
~ Mendota Hts.: 2nd & 4th Weds: 6-7:30 pm.at 720 Main St.NE, corner of Dodd Rd & Hwy 110, food, https://mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar....
~Mpls.Parks - https://www.minneapolisparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MusicMoviesParks_JR.p2NEW.pdf
- Mpls.: AsterCafe patio
~ Minnetonka: Tues., 6:30p, behind City Hall, Mtka. Blvd. & Williston, www.minnetonkamn.gov/our-city/community-events/entertainment-in-the-park'
~ New Brighton: at Veteran’s Pk., 803 Old Hwy.8NW, NewBrightonMN.gov, summer concert series
~ North Branch: late June thru late Aug.. http://www.ci.north-branch.mn.us/residents/parks/concerts_in_the_park.php
~ Oakdale: select Weds., 7pm, in Richard Walton Pk. Bandshell, https://ci.oakdale.mn.us/530/Summer-Concert-Series .
~ Osseo: www.discoverosseo.com/departments/parks-and-recreation/music-and-movies-park/ and on Facebook.com
~ Pine City: County Fair in early Aug, has 2 stages of music.
~ Richfield: 6:30-7:30p at Vet. Mem. Pk.,636 E. 66th St.,www.richfieldmn.gov/Entertainmentinthepark or wwwFacebook.com/CityofRichfield
- Rochester, MN: rochestermn.gov for downtown music; rochesterfest.com
* Rosemount: https://rosemountarts.com/artblast
~Roseville: at The Rog (stage in Central Pk.); https://cityofroseville.com/2472/Live-at-the-Rog
~ Rush City: music in park on Thur. nights:
~ Shakopee: https://www.shakopeemn.gov/recreation/recreation-facilities/huber-park, 150 Fillmore St. N., Shakopee, 7-9pm
~ www.stlouispark.org/our-city/summer-concerts -Weds. starts July- Aug., in Wolfe Pk., concrete floor, bring chair
- St. Louis Pk.: Park Tavern has music on patio in July, 5:30-8p on Tue., Wed., Thur.
- www.shoreviewmn.gov/our-city/calendar
~St. Paul Como Pavilion: https://dockandpaddle.com
~St. Paul in Mears Park: Thur. 6- 9:30 p.m., 221 5th St. E., food trucks, bring a chair; lowertownsounds.com
~St. Paul Rice Pk.: https://www.landmarkcenter.org/event/summer-nights-in-rice/
- St. Paul: www.GrandOakOpry.com - Stillwater: The Gasthaus, P.D. Pappy's - pdpappysonline.com
~Wayzata : The Cov and 925 Restaurant have patio music
~ White Bear Lake area: 7VinesVineyard.com: E. Of White Bear Lk. Off Hwy.96
~ White Bear Lake: downtown in June & July, https://marketfestwbl.com/music/
- Wooodbury: www.woodburylakes.com/social
- check all wineries