Chicago Area Club Dance Schedule April 2012 (Continued)
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 | 4/15 | 2 to 5:30 pm TBA$15 in advance $17 at the door Students with ID- free Information and Tickets: Call Herta at 708 672-3561 or write to Illiana Club of Traditional Jazz, Box 1459, Oak Park, IL 60304 http://www.illianajazz.com/ | Glendora House 10225 S. Harlem Chicago Ridge, Illinois |
JavaJive Swing Night
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4/27 | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers Lesson: 8pm - 9pm Dancing: 9pm - 11:45pm Cost: FREE http://swing.uchicago.edu/ | 
Ida Noyes Hall University of Chicago Campus 1212 E. 59th Street Chicago, Illinois http://www.uchicago.edu/index.shtml |
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| To Be Announced Dances |
| Mondays |
Swing Night at
 http://fizzchicago.com/ | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers for Swing Night Every Monday in the loft at Fizz from 9:00pm till 1:00am | Fizz 3220 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 348-6000 |
| Mondays St. Charles Singles Club | TBA | Social dances are held the 2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays of each month starting at 6:30pm with a 1 hour dance lesson. Open dancing takes place from 7:30pm - 11:00 pm with music provided by DJ Fred Everett. Admission is $6 for members and $8 for visitors. Proper attire is required at all dances. The attire for 5th Monday dances is dressy/nice casual.
| Hilton Garden Inn 4070 East Main Street St. Charles, Illinois 60174 Tel: 1-630-584-0700 Fax: 1-630-762-9152 |
| Tuesdays |
 Tuesday Dancingat the Black Rock | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers Dancing from 9:30-12:30 with DJ Nicolle $5 donation at the door Free beginning swing lesson at 8:30 with admissionInformation courtesy: Galaxie
 |  3614 N Damen Ave Chicago, IL |
Tuesday Dancing at Willowbrook call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | Country and Western Dance - $8 Lessons take place from 7:30 - 9 p.m. C&W dancing continues from 9 - 10 p.m. PLEASE NOTE – Country Western Dances price change. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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| Wednesdays |
 Lesson by:
 | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers
Doors Open: 6:00 pm for the restaurant and bar Lesson: 8:00 – 9:00pm, Beginning Swing* *No experience or partner necessary Dancing: 9:00pm – Midnight with Live Band The Flat Cats for a fun evening of dancing Music: It’ll be perfect for East Coast, Lindy Hop, Charleston and Balboa! Cost: $10 which is inclusive of lesson and dancing All Ages. All Abilities. | |
Wednesday Swing Night
 at Esteban’s Every first Wednesday of every month, Live Band with some of Chicago’s hottest bands like Thomas Gunther Trio | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers (Every Wednesday) Swing Dance Instruction with Carl and Karrie Lesson 1 - 7:30 to 8:00 Lesson 2- 8:00 to 8:30 Dance to DJ Carl all night long 8:30—11:30 COST: $5 ($10 when band plays) DANCING for ALL AGES | Esteban’s 1550 N. Rt. 59 Naperville, IL (Esteban’s is located 2 blocks South of I-88 and Rt. 59 in the strip mall behind Wendy’s (look for a giant, white “E”)) |
(Every Wednesday) WCS Dancing
 For more information see the dedicated site for Wednesday Nite WCS: http://www.westcoastwednesdays.com/ | TBA | If you are looking for a place to dance mid-week, come check out West Coast Wednesdays at Galway Bar & Grill!Dance Lesson: 7:30 pm Dancing from: 8:30 - 11:00 p.m. with DJ April Prince The cost for the night: $5 cover charge $5 for the beginner lesson 7:00 p.m. Galway has 2 dance floors, games, food, and great bar specials! Galway is kind enough to host our Wednesday night dancing fun. Don't forget to support them by ordering your favorite beverage. And please note that Galway does not allow outside beverages. | Galway Bar & Grill http://www.galwaybarngrill.com/ 12045 Roosevelt Rd Elmhurst, IL Located close to I-290, I-294, and I-88 |
Hubcaps Restaurant
Dancing on Wednesdays | TBA | 8:00pm - Midnight DJ - Norm Dress is casual. Jeans are acceptable, and there is a $4.00 cover charge | Hubcaps Restaurant 4663 N Ruby Schiller Park 847-928-2277 |
 Lessons by: www.mayihavethisdance.com For more information call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | The Suburbs favorite night of Salsa and Latin Dancing for over 8 years! Every Wednesday 7:30 to 8:30pm Dance Lesson 8:30 to 11pm Open Dancing The largest dance floor in the midwest, it's HUGE. Cost: $10 No jeans or sneakers allowed |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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| Thursdays |
 | TBA | Thursday Swing Night Music starts at 7pm Cover: $3 Age: after 10pm 21+Music by Joe Kawal (former Frankie's swing night DJ) | Brauerhouse 1000 N. Rohlwing Rd. #13 Lombard, IL 60148 Phone: 630.495.2141 Facebook Page |
DePaul Thursday Swing Night
 DePaul Swing Society on Facebook | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers for Swing Night at DePaul University Ray Meyer Center 8:30 - 9:30pm - Studio A - West Coast Swing Lessons 8:30 - 9:30pm - Studio B - (EC) Swing Lessons 9:30 - 11:15pm - Studio B - Open Dancing |  Ray Meyer Center 2235 N. Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614 |
 | TBA | Alan Gresik's Swing Shift Orchestra (big band swing & jazz) 9:00pm-1:00am Cover: $6 | The Green Mill 4802 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL |
Big C Jamboree
 | TBA | First Thursdays of Month - 9:30pm - No Cover A night of drinking, dancing, socializing, networking and non-stop music since 1991. For die hard rockabilly devotees and civilian music fans. Over the last decade, this highly organized vibrant jam session, held the first Thursday of every month at Martyrs', has become rockabilly central for many of the musicians & fans of Chicago's American roots scene. Although the monthly jam is devoted to rockabilly, the Big C Jamboree has also offered the span of '40's-'50's American roots music from Hillbilly Boogie to Western Swing, Jump Blues and 1st generation Rock-n-Roll. The night is run swiftly and simply: a host band performs a short set, followed by a myriad of roots musicians who do 3 songs each. The party like atmosphere includes socializing, drinking & dancing galore while the rotating line-up onstage usually features the raucous sounds of pompadour rockabilly musicians wailing away on upright basses and hallow-bodied electric guitars; and there's NEVER a cover! It's one of the most dedicated evenings of music in the city. -Chrissie Dickinson, Chicago Tribune | Martyrs' 3855 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL (773) 404-9494 |
 | TBA | There is also dancing on Thursday at Mango, 8743 N. Milwaukee in Niles. Bob Duda and the Brian Patti Orchestra play from 630 til 930. $5 cover. | Mango 8743 N. Milwaukee Niles, Illinois |
| Fridays |
 Honky Tonk BBQ | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers at 10:00 pm with Live Band TBA for a fun evening of dancing | Honky Tonk BBQ 1800 S. Racine Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 312-226-RIBS (7427) |
 CityGate Grille | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers at 8:00 pm - 12:00 am with Live Band TBA for a fun evening of dancing | CityGate Grille 2020 Calamos Ct. Naperville, IL 60563 630-718-1010 |
 First Fridays at Big City Swing | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers On the First Friday of every month, Big City Swing hosts a dance at the studio. They start with a beginning swing lesson and then open up the floor for DJ'd dancing. You’ll have the opportunity to dance with folks of all abilities, as partners rotate throughout the night. And when you don’t feel like dancing, just relax and take in the scene. Light snacks (something salty and something sweet) and water are provided. And, it’s BYOB (for our 21+ guests only). Doors Open: 7:45pm Lesson: 8:00 – 8:45pm, Beginning Swing* *No experience or partner necessary Dancing: 8:45pm – Midnight Music: It’ll be perfect for East Coast, Lindy Hop, Charleston and Balboa! Cost: $10 which is inclusive of lesson and dancing All Ages. All Abilities. | Big City Swing Studio 1012 W. Randolph Street Chicago, Illinois Parking: Free street parking |
 Bluetopia (blues dancing) | TBA | Bluetopia (blues dancing) Free introductory Lesson (blues dance): 8:00pm-9:00pm Dancing: 9:00pm-2:00am to Bluetopia's favorite Deejays! Cover: $8 The event is all-ages, but under-age drinking is NOT permitted on site. BYOB is permitted. | American Tango Institute 325 N. Hoyne Suite C-404 (Top Floor) Chicago, Illinois |
 CodeBLUE is a monthly blues and lindy dance We invite you to BYOB, but as we are an all ages venue, be warned: under aged drinking will not be tolerated. | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers on Second Fridays from 9pm-1am$7 will get you in, $5 if you are a student or low income dancer. Friday, December 10 | Outerspace 1474 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, Illinois |
 Every Friday | TBA | The Hoyle Brothers (country, 2-step, western swing) Every Friday 5:30pm-7:30pm No Cover | The Empty Bottle 1035 N Western Ave Chicago, IL |
 Swing 'n' Country | TBA | Dance Lesson TBA Instructor TBA 7:30 beginner Lesson 8:30 intermediate Lesson 9-12:00pm Open Dancing | The Centre at North Park 10040 Addison Ave Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 |
 www.mayihavethisdance.com No Jeans or T-Shirts. Upscale casual to Semi-Formal required | TBA | Strictly Ballroom Nights Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. A Night of Dancing devoted entirely to Ballroom Music Upscale casual to Semi-Formal required (no jeans or sneakers allowed) 8:00pm Basic lesson 8:30pm Intermediate-Advanced lesson 9pm to 11pm Open Dancing (Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango) and a touch of Latin (Rumba, Bolero, ECS, Cha, Samba) $15 before 9pm. $10 after 9pm | May I Have This Dance Main Studio 5246 N. Elston 2nd floor (just north of Foster on Elston) Chicago, IL 60631
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 Occasional Theme Parties & giveaways (prices may vary). Contact info@mayihavethisdance.com for more details! | TBA | TGIF Dance Practice Parties™ 8:00pm Basic Lesson A 8:30pm Basic Lesson B or Intermediate/Advanced Lesson 9pm to 11pm: Open Dancing 11pm - 12 am: Late night set of Salsa and West Coast Dance lessons vary. Open dancing will include a variety of Ballroom, Salsa, Lindy, Latin, WCS, Swing, Tango, and Hustle. $15 before 9pm $10 after 9pm $5 after 11pm | May I Have This Dance Main Studio 5246 N. Elston 2nd floor (just north of Foster on Elston) Chicago, IL 60631
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Good Time Charley's Singles Where Chicagoland Singles Meet |
| TBA | GOOD TIME CHARLEY SINGLES DANCE AT THE WILLOWBROOK BALLROOM Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Dancing 8:00 p.m. to midnight Admission before 8:15 p.m. $6, after $8 per person Dance with DJ FAST FREDDY Prizes & free snacks! |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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Route 66 Hop 1950s Dance Party call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | Route 66 Hop 1950s Dance Party - $8 The Route 66 Hop features rock ‘n’ roll music of the ‘50s and ‘60s. A complimentary sock hop dance lesson is provided from 7 – 8 p.m. The Del Souls will provide ‘50s dance music. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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‘70s & ‘80s Flashback Dance Willowbrook Ballroom call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | 7:30 p.m., - midnight ‘70s & ‘80s Flashback Dance Hustle dance lessons take place from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Singles and couples from all over Chicagoland attend this night of disco dancing. Dancers are encouraged to attend in vintage attire, neon and leisure suits welcome. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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Dancing at Willowbrook call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | Special Country and Western Dance - $8
 Lessons take place from 7:00 - 8 p.m. C&W dancing continues till 11:00 p.m. Jeans and boots are welcome |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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Willowbrook Ballroom call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | Dancers are encouraged to wear proper attire. No jeans or gym shoes please. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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| Saturdays |
| Saturday Swing with TBA Information Courtesy: Harry Saito
 More information on Facebook Page | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers $12 cover, BYOB $8 student cover w/valid ID 9pm to 1am ** The new location is close to both brown line (Montrose or Irving Park) and Metra stops (Union Pacific / North Line - Ravenswood) and has plenty of street parking. **Parking and Public Transportation: There is plentiful and free street parking on Ravenswood directly in front of the studio. The studio is also accessible by public transportation via the El, Metra, and city buses. From the Irving Park Brown Line station walk ~6 minutes (0.3 miles) North on Ravenswood. From the Ravenswood UP-North Metra station walk ~15 minutes (0.7 miles) South on Ravenswood. | ARTango Center Chicago 4203 N. Ravenswood Chicago, IL(New ARTango Location!) |
Second Saturday Swing Dance
| TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers Swing Lessons: 7:00pm - 7:30pm Music/Dancing: 7:30pm - 10:00pm Cost: FREE http://www.firstfree.com/eventsFolks from the community gather for an evening of dance and fellowship. Lessons are provided and a DJ is included! Phil and Tandy Malinak, Swing Dancing Hosts. Now on the second Saturday of each month beginning October 2010. Come join us for this free, once-a-month Saturday night event hosted by a dancing couple from First Free, and DJ'ed by people from the vibrant swing dance community of Chicago. Our downstairs fellowship hall is transformed for the evening into a dance lounge with soft lights; plenty of floor-space; and exciting Blues, Big Band, and Jazz tunes. An introductory lesson in Swing is given from 7pm-7:30pm, and the dance lasts until 10pm. We welcome all ages, and can set aside a separate space for younger children if safety is an issue, but please be aware that we do expect parents to continue to be responsible for their children at all times. Feel free to join us at any time during the evening, with or without a dance partner - You can always find someone to dance with while you're here! | First Evangelical Free Church 5255 N. Ashland Ave Chicago, IL 60640 |
.jpg) Come down to The Drake for a little spin in front of the gorgeous fountain. Or just relax on the big, comfy couches with a nice cocktail, and watch the dancers like the rest of us! Food will also be offered daily from 5.30p.m. to 10p.m. at the Palm Court, with a menu comprising of soups, salads, sandwiches and sweet selections http://www.thedrakehotel.com/dine/entertainment/ | TBA |  
Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers at 8:30 pm (note time change) with the Live Band The Flat Cats for a fun evening of dancing | The Drake 140 East Walton Place Chicago, Illinois 60611 (312) 787 2200 |
 CityGate Grille | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers at 8:00 pm - 12:00 am with Live Band TBA for a fun evening of dancing | CityGate Grille 2020 Calamos Ct. Naperville, IL 60563 630-718-1010 |
| The Illini Swing Society 
| TBA | FREE Beginning Lesson: 8-9 pm FREE Social Dance: 9-11:30 pmWe are so excited to kick off the Spring semester with a completely FREE dance at the Union on Saturday, January 29th! There will be a free beginning swing lesson for all those who have never danced before/those who would like to brush up their skills! If you are new to the Illini Swing Society and would like to learn how to swing dance, now is the perfect time! The beginning lesson will be immediately followed by social dancing until 11:30! We encourage EVERYONE to come and join in the fun! No special shoes or dance partners are required. Hope to see you there! | Illini Union Ballrooms ABC 1401 West Green Street Urbana, IL 61801Illini Union Room 314 1401 West Green Street Urbana, IL 61801 |
 "A Club where Dancing & Fun Go Together" | TBA | Dancing Starts at 7:30 PM We Dance Mostly East/West Coast - Some Country - Some Ballroom For more info call HOTLINE# 847-622-4466 OR 773-545-1054 | AMERICAN LEGION HALL 9757 PACIFIC AVENUE FRANKLIN PARK, IL |
/Chicago%20Windy%20City%20Jitterbug%20001.gif) Chicago's Windy City Jitterbug Club | TBA | 8 p.m.-12:30am Our dances are usually held on the first and third Saturday of each month Dances start at 8 p.m. and end at midnight. You must be 21 to join us. No jeans are allowed, casual dress-up is preferred. | American Legion Hall Franklin Park Post 974 9757 W. Pacific Avenue. Franklin Park, IL 60131-1772 (847) 678-7474 Need Directions? Click Hereor Chevy Chase Country Club 1000 Milwaukee Ave. Wheeling, IL Reservations: 847.537.0082 Fax: 847.537.8771 |
/Chicago%20Jitterbug%20Logo%20(South%20Side)%20small%20003.gif) | TBA | 8:00pm to Midnight Dance For more information, please call the hotline at 708/388-JUMP | Chicago South IL - Elks #1596 4428 W Midlothian Turnpike Crestwood, IL 60445-1917 Phone: 708.597.7465 or Glendora House 10225 S. Harlem Chicago Ridge, Illinois |
 Chicago Rebels Swing Dance Club, Inc. | TBA | Hustle & West Coast Swing Party Before each dance we are holding beginner and intermediate/advanced lessons in the same time slot, typically 8-9pm. The cost is $5. Instructor TBA Dancing from: 9:00pm - 12:00am $6.00 Members; $10.00 Non-Members | Centre at North Park 10040 W. Addison Franklin Park, IL |
 Chicago Rebels Swing Dance Club, Inc. | TBA | West Coast Swing Party Before each dance we are holding beginner and intermediate/advanced lessons in the same time slot, typically 8-9pm. The cost is $5. Instructor TBA Dancing from: 9:00pm - 12:00am $6.00 Members; $10.00 Non-Members | Centre at North Park 10040 W. Addison Franklin Park, IL |
 2nd and 4th Saturdays each month | TBA | Lesson is at 8:00 p.m. Open “Mix” dancing from 9:00 – Midnight. The music “Mix” will be provided by DJ April Prince. Cover is $8.00 and includes a “Mix” of cool beverages and snacks. We have a “Mix” of three nice hardwood floors for dance space, a full kitchen, a sitting room and much more. December 10 | Interclub Academy of Dance 7350-52 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles, IL 60714 847-600-0088 |
| INDIANA JITTERBUG CLUB FOR INFO CALL: ART 815-468-0317 OR TED 219-793-9756 | TBA | A GREAT NIGHT TO DANCE - MEET NEW FRIENDS DANCE FROM 7:30 TO 11:30 PLAYING ALL YOUR FAVORITES JITTERBUG, SLOW HUSTLE, EAST COAST, WEST COAST, AND ALL BALLROOM ADMISSION: $6:00 (FREE PARKING) | The Elks Hall 3580 W. 61 Avenue Hobart, IN |
Monthly dance hosted by the CajunFrenchMusicAssociation
 | TBA | 8 to 11 p.m. Band TBA $12, $5 students, $8for members; all ages Door prizes, complimentary coffee and bake sale. Beginning Cajun dance lessons. | Parkview Lutheran Church basement 3919 N. Monticello Chicago, Illinois (Irving&Elston; blue line) |
VIVA SWINGS SATURDAYS!
 http://www.studioviva.com/events.htm Questions? Email us! | TBA | Each month, Viva Swings will be hosting an all-out swing fest for your dancing pleasure Come dance swing all night with old schoolers as well as newbies. Whether it is the slower bluesy tempo or the high energy jitterbug that moves you, we’ve got it! Lesson : 8pm Dance: 9pm-midnight Cover: $10 per person, includes lesson & light snacks | Studio Viva! 41 E Northwest Highway Palatine, IL |
Saturday Special Swing Dance at Willowbrook call (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | 7:30 – midnight Special Saturday Swing Dance- $12 The Flat Cats will provide swing music Basic swing lessons are from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Open dancing follows Dancers are encouraged to attend in vintage attire. No jeans or gym shoes please. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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| Sundays |
 Honky Tonk BBQ | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers at 10:00 pm with Live Band TBA for a fun evening of dancing | Honky Tonk BBQ 1800 S. Racine Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 312-226-RIBS (7427) |
 Northwestern University Sunday dancedance dates for the upcoming year: Nov 20, Feb 26, May 20. | 2/26 5/20 | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers for Swing Night at Northwestern U. 9:00 - 11:00pm: Open Dancing - FREE Map: http://maps.northwestern.edu Northwestern Swing Dance Syndicate on Facebook |  Tech Ryan Family Auditorium 2145 Sheridan Road Evanston Campus Evanston, IL |
 Northwestern University Sunday dance | TBA | Join a dedicated group of Lindy Swing Dancers for Swing Night at Northwestern U. 9:00 - 11:00pm: Open Dancing - FREE Map: http://maps.northwestern.edu Northwestern Swing Dance Syndicate on Facebook |  First floor atrium of Cook Hall (middle of the building) 2220 Campus Drive Evanston, ILNorris University Center Louis Rm (2nd floor) 1999 Campus Drive Evanston, IL Tech Ryan Family Auditorium 2145 Sheridan Road Evanston Campus Evanston, IL |
Sunday Ballroom Dancing at Willowbrookcall (708) 839-1000, or visit www.willowbrookballroom.com | TBA | Dance & romance to the fabulous sounds of various 10 - piece big bands & orchestras in the magical setting of one of America's only remaining Grand Ballrooms Doors open at 1:00 p.m. dancing from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. $14.00 per person admission Full Cocktail Service Available Dancer's Dinner Buffet offered at separate cost in adjoining dining room from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |  8900 S. Archer Ave Willow Springs, IL
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SUNDAY EVENINGS SOS! (Swing on Sundays)
 May I Have This Dance - Lounge | TBA | SOS! (Swing on Sundays)™ EVERY SUNDAY WEST COAST SWING, STEPPIN' & HUSTLE Lessons & Dancing 6pm Hustle (all levels) 6:30pm WCS (all levels) 7 to 9pm Open dancing to the hottest Swing, Steppin' & Hustle music $10 before 7:00pm $5 after 7:00pm Watch for occasional theme nights! | May I Have This Dance Main Studio 5246 N. Elston 2nd floor (just north of Foster on Elston) Chicago, IL 60631
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 Sunday at the Ranch Country Couple Dancing | TBA | Sunday Stampede from 6-9 pm, For $10, you will receive two complimentary drink tickets and a fantastic buffet. Dance till 11 pm. with a dedicated group of Swing N Country dancers | Cadillac Ranch 1175 W. Lake Bartlett, Illinois (630) 830-7200 |
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