Chicagoland English Country Dance
Join us for Chicagoland North English Country Dance (ECD) from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Glenview. English Country Dance is social and pattern-based, with a caller guiding each dance—similar to Contra and barn dancing. No partner or experience is needed; all figures are walked through before each dance.
We recommend bringing your own water bottle. If you bring snacks to share, we suggest they be bite-sized and easy to eat neatly.
For more information, please see our website.
Admission:
Adults $10
Students &8
Getting There:
Please email ECDChicagolandNorth@gmail.com for Cheryl’s home address. The closest major crossroad is Golf Rd and Harlem Ave in Glenview.
Note about Location:
During the summer months, the group dances in Cheryl and David’s driveway in Glenview. Despite the lack of rented space during the summer months, we still ask for the same admission pricing as it helps offset the cost of the rental space Sept-May.
Sept-May the group dances at John’s Park Field House. (2101 Central Road, Glenview, IL 60025).
English Country Dancing
September 7, 2025, 2 – 5 p.m.
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, 535 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn
Caller — Gaye Fifer
Music – The Cosmic Otters
An accomplished caller from Pittsburgh, Gaye delivers her clear and concise instructions with an easy smile and delightful sense of humor that contribute to her relaxed, approachable manner. Live music by the amazing and energetic Cosmic Otters rounds out this super ECD event. This is a dance you will not want to miss.
- All dances taught.
- No partner needed.
- No special clothing needed, but wear comfortable shoes.
- Venue has a parking garage and air-conditioning, and is also a short walk from the Glen Ellyn Metra stop.
- $5-10/person sliding scale admission.
For more information, contact ChicagolandECD@gmail.com or visit our website.
Bring your friends to experience this uniquely queer, inclusive dance at the Second Unitarian Church, 656 W Barry Ave.
Admission by suggested donation of $10-20, paid at the door
No one turned away for lack of funds.
PayPal/Venmo available
In order to make sure our space is welcoming and accessible to as much of the community as possible, we’re requiring masks to be worn at the dance.
The dance hall is on the second floor, up ~1.5 flights of stairs. There is no elevator to this part of the facility. The dance hall has plenty of seats and gender-inclusive restrooms. Please reach out if we can help with accessibility needs.
This is a space for everyone to feel welcome and loved! We oppose racism, sexism, ableism, ageism, homophobia, transphobia, or any other form of discrimination. If someone is violating your boundaries or harassing you, please speak to an organizer. If you feel something, say something, and we will take action to address it.
Bring your friends to experience this uniquely queer, inclusive dance at the Second Unitarian Church, 656 W Barry Ave.
Admission by suggested donation of $10-20, paid at the door
No one turned away for lack of funds.
PayPal/Venmo available
In order to make sure our space is welcoming and accessible to as much of the community as possible, we’re requiring masks to be worn at the dance.
The dance hall is on the second floor, up ~1.5 flights of stairs. There is no elevator to this part of the facility. The dance hall has plenty of seats and gender-inclusive restrooms. Please reach out if we can help with accessibility needs.
This is a space for everyone to feel welcome and loved! We oppose racism, sexism, ableism, ageism, homophobia, transphobia, or any other form of discrimination. If someone is violating your boundaries or harassing you, please speak to an organizer. If you feel something, say something, and we will take action to address it.
Bring your friends to experience this uniquely queer, inclusive dance at the Second Unitarian Church, 656 W Barry Ave.
Admission by suggested donation of $10-20, paid at the door
No one turned away for lack of funds.
PayPal/Venmo available
In order to make sure our space is welcoming and accessible to as much of the community as possible, we’re requiring masks to be worn at the dance.
The dance hall is on the second floor, up ~1.5 flights of stairs. There is no elevator to this part of the facility. The dance hall has plenty of seats and gender-inclusive restrooms. Please reach out if we can help with accessibility needs.
This is a space for everyone to feel welcome and loved! We oppose racism, sexism, ableism, ageism, homophobia, transphobia, or any other form of discrimination. If someone is violating your boundaries or harassing you, please speak to an organizer. If you feel something, say something, and we will take action to address it.