BFMS Events and Schedules
Please check the individual pages for details!
You can see a Complete list of Events here or follow the links on this page to the individual event pages.
Ever wonder who the band or caller was a few weeks ago?
Check the listing of Past Events to find out....
Great news for students!! BFMS is waiving the admission cost to our regular dances for individuals under the age of 21 and students who present at the door with a valid student ID. Looking forward to dancing with you!!
Help spread the word, distribute our new dance flier. *Click Here*
Special Events
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Traditional American Dances
Wednesday Night Contra and Square Dances Details...
Wednesday, July 08 2026
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
Wednesday, July 08 2026
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
Second Saturday Dance Series Details...
Saturday, July 11 2026
7-9:30 PM
Perry Shafran 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
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
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Potluck snacks at the break.
Saturday, July 11 2026
7-9:30 PM
Perry Shafran 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
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
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Potluck snacks at the break.
Traditional English Dances
Monday Night English Country Dances Details...
Monday, July 06 2026
Post 4th-o'-July English Country Dance! 8 pm till 10:30 pm.
Loyalists not turned away; no questions asked.
Emily Aubrey will call to the playing of Robin Wilson on flute and concertina, Carl Friedman on violin, and Janina O'Brien at the piano for the most part.
Please consider bringing a snack to bolster our socializing and energy levels, but, no pressure. However....
please register via: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Monday, July 06 2026
Post 4th-o'-July English Country Dance! 8 pm till 10:30 pm.
Loyalists not turned away; no questions asked.
Emily Aubrey will call to the playing of Robin Wilson on flute and concertina, Carl Friedman on violin, and Janina O'Brien at the piano for the most part.
Please consider bringing a snack to bolster our socializing and energy levels, but, no pressure. However....
please register via: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Gentle English Country Dance Series Details...
Gentle English" are English country dances from all periods selected to be gentle on the knees, hips, feet, and backs of the dancers. BFMS plans to hold three or four Gentle English dances a year.
Gentle English" are English country dances from all periods selected to be gentle on the knees, hips, feet, and backs of the dancers. BFMS plans to hold three or four Gentle English dances a year.
Gala New Year's Eve English Country Dance Details...
December 31st. See the New Year's Eve Gala page for details.
December 31st. See the New Year's Eve Gala page for details.
Other BFMS Events and Activities
Song Swap Details...
The Song Swap is a place for folks to come together and share songs, community, and keep the live singing tradition thriving.
2nd Tuesday (7:30 to 9:30 PM)
4th Tuesday (7:30 to 9:30 PM)
Tuesday, July 14 2026
Join us for an In-Person Song Swap at the Four Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214 We meet once a month in-person on the 2nd Tuesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 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.
The Song Swap is a place for folks to come together and share songs, community, and keep the live singing tradition thriving.
2nd Tuesday (7:30 to 9:30 PM)
4th Tuesday (7:30 to 9:30 PM)
Tuesday, July 14 2026
Join us for an In-Person Song Swap at the Four Hour Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214 We meet once a month in-person on the 2nd Tuesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 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.
Friendly Coffeehouse Details...
The Friendly Coffeehouse Open Mic is a BFMS-sponsored event, taking place on Third Fridays each month at 7 pm. It offers a friendly, supportive atmosphere for acoustic musicians, poets, storytellers and other folkies.
The Friendly Coffeehouse Open Mic is a BFMS-sponsored event, taking place on Third Fridays each month at 7 pm. It offers a friendly, supportive atmosphere for acoustic musicians, poets, storytellers and other folkies.
J. Patrick's All-Stars Details...
A community of musicians, dancers, and listeners who love the traditional music of Ireland.
A community of musicians, dancers, and listeners who love the traditional music of Ireland.
Catoctin Weekend Details...
The Catoctin music and dance weekend getaway gives dancers and musicians of all ages a chance to attend a family-friendly weekend featuring folk music, crafts and dancing in a beautiful mountain setting.
The Catoctin music and dance weekend getaway gives dancers and musicians of all ages a chance to attend a family-friendly weekend featuring folk music, crafts and dancing in a beautiful mountain setting.
BFMS Board Meeting
BFMS board meetings are almost always on the first Tuesday of the month and are open to BFMS members. If you would like to attend, please contact the BFMS President via email. president at bfms.org
BFMS board meetings are almost always on the first Tuesday of the month and are open to BFMS members. If you would like to attend, please contact the BFMS President via email. president at bfms.org
To list a BFMS Event
Send the Date, Time, Location, Address, Type of event, Contact Information and Details of the event to events at bfms.org
