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English Country Dance has moved to
Ridgewood Park United Methodist Church, 6445 E Lovers Ln, Dallas Directions
It's time to renew your membership!
All membership expired on Jan 31, so must be renewed for 2026.
The easiest way is to use our Online Membership page.
We welcome everyone to our dances:
adults, families, students, children; you get the idea.
Attendance at a NTTDS event indicates your agreement to comply with our Code of Conduct.
Admission is Pay What You Can, suggested $10 for adults, $5 for students with ID, and maximum $25 per family.
DANCE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBER: 972-546-8858.
Upcoming Dances:
NTTDS is now holding English Country Dances on 2nd Saturdays at Ridgewood Park UMC in Dallas,
and Contra Dances on 3rd Saturdays at 2155 Ballroom in Carrollton.
COVID Vaccinations and Masks are encouraged, but NOT REQUIRED.
Sat May 9, 7:30 - 10:30 pm: English Country Dance at *NEW LOCATION* Ridgewood Park United Methodist Church, 6445 E Lovers Ln in Dallas.
WED May 13, 7:30 - 10:00 pm: FREE Contra Dance at University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) in Richardson. Open to everyone, not just UTD students. [Not sponsored by NTTDS]
Sat May 16, 7:30 - 10:30 pm: Contra Dance at 2155 Ballroom in Carrollton, with Christina Weis (from Houston) calling to the music of Sibling Revelry. Waltzing to recorded music, with instruction if desired, from 6:30 to 7 pm. New dancers should try to arrive early. The first few dances are the easiest and have the most explanation.
June 27, 6 - 9 pm: FREE English Country Dance featuring our own ECD callers and band at the Liberty & Lace Ball at the J. Eric Jonnson Central Library in Downtown Dallas (NOT sponsored by NTTDS). This event is a is a celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, with music, dance, and hands-on creative experiences. Wear a revolutionary war costume, or come as you are. Adults 18+ only. Pre-registration is requested. More Info
NEWS
Officers for 2026 were elected at the Dec 20, 2025 Contra Dance.
President: Dwight Bartholomew, Vice President: Zooey, Secretary: Lauren Singer, Treasurer: Glenn Manuel, Newsletter: Tim Hirsbrunner, Membership: Lee Dixon.- It is Membership Renewal time! You can renew Online, or in person at any of our dances.
Non-NTTDS Events
Flamingo Fling Contra Dance Weekend in Oklahoma City is June 12-14, 2026, featuring Adina Gordon calling to the music of Steam Packet!. For all the details, see the Flamingo Fling web page.
Fire Ant Frolic Contra Dance Weekend in Austin is November 13-15, 2026, featuring Will Mentor calling to the music of Nimbus. For all the details, see the Fire Ant Frolic web page.
For more Non-NTTDS events, see the Schedule page.
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How to contact NTTDS: 972-546-8858 OR OR PO Box 820203, Dallas, TX 75382
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