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
Saturday, May 03 2025
Catoctin Deepest Discount Deadline
Last chance to get the lowest price on admission for the
Catoctin Mountain Weekend
Event Dates: June 13-15
www.bfms.org/catoctin.php
Saturday, May 10 2025
BFMS Annual Meeting preceding Saturday Dance
Come be part of what we are creating together.
Bonus, get there by 7:15 and get free admission to the dance
See Saturday Dance page for dance details
Wednesday, May 28 2025
Discount ticket deadline for Catoctin
Last chance to get a discount on admission for the
Catoctin Mountain Weekend
Event Dates: June 13-15
www.bfms.org/catoctin.php
Traditional American Dances
Wednesday Night Contra and Square Dances Details...
Wednesday, April 30 2025
Melissa Chatham calls to the music of Triple Helix: Colleen Reed (flute & sax), Alexander Mitchell (fiddle and mandolin), and Keith Gillis (guitar). Intro lesson at 7:30pm. Dance starts at 8pm at Lovely Lane Church. Online payment only: https://bfms.org/contradancepay.php
Wednesday, April 30 2025
Melissa Chatham calls to the music of Triple Helix: Colleen Reed (flute & sax), Alexander Mitchell (fiddle and mandolin), and Keith Gillis (guitar). Intro lesson at 7:30pm. Dance starts at 8pm at Lovely Lane Church. Online payment only: https://bfms.org/contradancepay.php
Second Saturday Dance Series Details...
Saturday, May 10 2025
7 PM State-of-the-Society Meeting (see below)
8-10:30 PM English Country, Contra and Waltz Dances
Andrea Nettleton calling to Ralph Barthine on guitar, Janina O'Brien on accordion, Steve Epstein on clarinet and sax, Jill Smith on keyboard
Dance lesson: If there is time after the meeting
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged to reserve your spot. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Admission is free for BFMS members who arrive by 7:10 PM, $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
7 PM State-of-the-Society Meeting
Current BFMS Members arriving by 7:10 PM get into the evening dance free
If you are a current member and are planning to come, select a free ticket ($10 discount) at http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php (available starting Apr 13th) and arrive by 7:10pm. Though you will not have to pay, preregistering lets us know that you are coming and gives us a means to notify people if communicable illness is reported afterwards.
Saturday, May 10 2025
7 PM State-of-the-Society Meeting (see below)
8-10:30 PM English Country, Contra and Waltz Dances
Andrea Nettleton calling to Ralph Barthine on guitar, Janina O'Brien on accordion, Steve Epstein on clarinet and sax, Jill Smith on keyboard
Dance lesson: If there is time after the meeting
Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged to reserve your spot. http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php
Admission is free for BFMS members who arrive by 7:10 PM, $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free
Potluck snacks at the break.
7 PM State-of-the-Society Meeting
Current BFMS Members arriving by 7:10 PM get into the evening dance free
If you are a current member and are planning to come, select a free ticket ($10 discount) at http://bfms.org/secondsatpay.php (available starting Apr 13th) and arrive by 7:10pm. Though you will not have to pay, preregistering lets us know that you are coming and gives us a means to notify people if communicable illness is reported afterwards.
Traditional English Dances
Monday Night English Country Dances Details...
Monday, April 28 2025
English Country Dancing with gusto!
800 -- 1030 pm
Guest musician Laurie Andres at the piano, joined by Emily Aubrey on violin, and Robin Wilson on flute and concertina will play the tunes for the dances called by April Blum.
Please register ahead, via: http://bfms.org/englishcountrypay.php
Monday, April 28 2025
English Country Dancing with gusto!
800 -- 1030 pm
Guest musician Laurie Andres at the piano, joined by Emily Aubrey on violin, and Robin Wilson on flute and concertina will play the tunes for the dances called by April Blum.
Please register ahead, 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, May 13 2025
In-Person Song Swap!
7:30-9:30 p.m. We are live again at the 4 Hour a Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214 Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! 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, May 13 2025
In-Person Song Swap!
7:30-9:30 p.m. We are live again at the 4 Hour a Day Lutherie in Lauraville, 4305 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214 Once a month on the 2nd Tuesday. We're delighted to be back singing in person! 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
