June 21 Sunday Dance Eclectic at Norse Hall w/ Lesson
Norse Hall, 111 SE 11th Ave, Portland-
Dance w/ Lesson: Suggested $20. No one turned away
Dance Only: Suggested $15

10:30 am: Waltz warm‑up lesson by Uwe and Colleen from Connect to Dance.
It feels like it’s been a long time since we’ve danced at Norse Hall, and even longer since Uwe and Colleen have taught a lesson for us. This Sunday they’re back, offering another one of their musical, skill‑building waltz warm‑ups to ease us into the dance, and we’re really looking forward to it.

11:30 am DJ Dennis Myers. This week’s playlist will lean into waltz: the tunes we’ve been dancing to over the years, the ones many of you have explored in lessons at Connect to Dance, plus Nightclub Two‑Step, Bluesy Two‑Step, and Swing. It should be a “best of the best” mix—familiar favorites, a few fresh surprises, and plenty of room to play on the floor.
We’d love to see you there and share the space together.

Sunday, June 28, 4pm to 6:30 pm, Tea Dance – Dance Eclectic in Sellwood
Dancing with Joy Studios – 8051 SE 16th Ave,
Dance: $10 To $15 Sliding Scale. No one turned away (No Lesson)

We’re excited to add a new event to our monthly Dance Eclectic schedule — a Sunday afternoon Tea Dance at Dancing with Joy Studios in the heart of Sellwood.This time slot (4–6:30 PM) gives you the best of both worlds: a chance to arrive at a dance in the light of day, head home at a reasonable hour, and start the new week refreshed. Sellwood’s cozy, village-like atmosphere also makes it easy to grab a bite before or after, making this more than just a dance — it’s a full experience.

We’ll be flowing in right after an Argentine Tango práctica in the same space, so you may notice a tango-tinged energy in the air as we begin. Expect the usual Eclectic mix you love—waltz, blues, swing, world, soulful surprises—plus a few especially “tango-friendly” tracks. Come for your favorite styles, stay for the unexpected ones, and as always: dance what you know and feel, and help us make the room welcoming for newcomers and cross-over dancers alike.

July 5, Sunday Dance Eclectic at Fulton Park (Tentative)
11am
We are tentatively planning to meet again at Fulton Park for the next first Sunday dance. Since it will be Blues Festival weekend that this year will not focus on dancing, this may be a nice Sunday option for those staying in town. Depending on the weather, we may shorten the dance to two hours so the afternoon stays comfortable.

Last Sunday’s dance at Fulton Park was another fun afternoon, even with temperatures close to 90 degrees. With the fans going, the room stayed warm but danceable, and people seemed to be enjoying themselves.
Special thanks to Mark Burton for his well-received retro playlist. It was fun to bring a little more funk into the Dance Eclectic mix—and it turned out to be surprisingly danceable. You may hear some of those songs again from time to time at our regular dances.

Sat. July 11, 7;30 to 10:30pm: World Café at Norse Halls
World Café: A Dance Journey Beyond Borders

Join us for World Café, a soulful and melodic Dance Eclectic journey through music from around the world. This will not be limited to one rhythm, one culture, or one dance style. The playlist will move through music shaped by many languages, traditions, and feelings — with sounds that may invite waltz, tango, blues, Latin, swing, ballroom, close-embrace fusion, or simply the pleasure of moving with a partner.

More information and examples of music

July 19,, 2026- Sunday Dance Eclectic with lesson by Joy Davina
Norse Hall, 111 NE 11th Ave, Portland
Lesson and Dance: $20, Dance only: $15 . No one turned away

10:30 AM - One-Step Lesson: Joy Davina from Uptown Dance Studio will teach a one-step lesson. This lesson was recommended by a longtime PDE dancer as especially useful for our group—and also as a fun, accessible dance that many people will enjoy.
11:30 am DJ Dennis Myers.Casual Ballroom Eclectic Playlist with Waltz, Swing, Two Step and Latin.

July 25 Sat. Black and White Ball- 6:45 to 9:45pm. 
Multnomah Arts Center- outside on our portable dance floor. 

Playlist: Dance Eclectic- The first half will be vintage Waltz Eclectic, the second newer Dance Eclectic selections
Dress for a Black & White Ball or - your choice.
We will be trying to balance leads and follows. Registration is at dances and online here.
Dance plus Contribution for floor help -. $40
Dance only - $30                                
We will be looking for help with other aspects of the dance. Please contact us if you are able and want to help.
Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR