Susquehanna Valley Square & Round Dance Association
The Susquehanna Valley Square & Round Dance Association (SVS & RDA) is composed of square and round dancing clubs in south central Pennsylvania and is one of five associations that comprise the PA Square & Round Dance Federation (PSRDF). The main purpose of the SVS & RDA is to provide a communication center for all member clubs and sister Associations/Federations.
In order to accomplish its purpose of (1) communication, (2) promoting Western square and round dancing as a hobby, both for current dancers and for beginners and (3) offering guidance and assistance to member clubs, the SVS&RDA holds an annual meeting in April and 2 other meetings in September and January.
CLICK HERE for Dance Schedule of SVS&RDA clubs for the 2024-2025 season (last update 08/10/24)
Basic club information has been extracted and listed below. Schedule updates can be found at wheresthedance.com. Call the contact if there is a question.
OFFICERS
VICE PRESIDENT - David Oelberg
TREASURER - Kevin Walsh
CHAPLAIN - Norm & Gail Diefenderfer
CLUBS (see map below for locations)
COUNTRY TWIRLERS (CT) facebook link
Facebook page: Country Twirlers Square Dance Club
WHERE: (SC) Selinsgrove Center Recreation Hall (Gym)
145 Meadow Circle
Selinsgrove, PA. 17870
When: Every Tuesday, 7:00-9:00
Caller: Glenn Stuck and others
Program: Plus with Rounds and Lines
Contact: David Oelberg (PRES.) 570-898-5096
DO-PAS-O (DPO)
WHERE: St Paul Lutheran Church (STPL)
222 N George St., Millersville, PA 17551
When: 1st Saturday, 7:30-10:00 p.m.
Caller: Dan Koft Cuers: Various
Program: Plus with Rounds
Contact: Kevin and Susan Walsh 732-513-0567
FLIRTS & SKIRTS (F&S) facebook link
WHERE: Faith Immanuel Presbyterian Church (FIPC)
1801 Colonial Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17112
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Program: Plus no Rounds
Callers: see Dance Schedule
Contacts: Norm and Gail Diefenderfer 717-545-3669
Ernie and Jane Foltz 717-766-7019
Dan and Judy Alex 717-691-1417
GAD-ABOUTS (GAD)
WHERE: St. Paul's Lutheran Church (SJLC)
24 East Baltimore St., Funkstown, MD 21734
When: Second, Fourth & Fifth Saturdays, 7:00 – 9:30 pm (2x2) with early rounds at 6:00
Caller: Art LaVigne, 301-739-3041 Cuer: Butch Bloxom
Info: Bob Lawn, 717-977-1040
Air Conditioned hall, parking and dance hall behind church via E. Chestunt St
SHIPPEN SQUARES (SS)
WHERE: Branch Creek Place Community Center (BCP)
45 N. Fayette Street, Shippensburg, PA
Program: Plus/Rounds
When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Caller: Bob Engel
Contact: Bob Engel, 717-532-5654
WHERE: Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church Gymnasium (LBIC)
1865 Fruitville Pike,
Lancaster, PA 17601
When: 3rd Friday (check schedule), 7:30 - 10:00 PM. Pre-Rounds 7:00
Program: 2 X 2 Plus / Rounds
Caller: Dan Koft Cuer: Various
Workshop & classes, Thursday nights
Forest Hills Mennonite Church
100 Quarry Road in Leola PA
Contacts: Renee and Jay Harnish, 717-314-0156
SQUARE UP CAMPERS
WHERE: Various Campgrounds (see schedule)
When: 1st weekend of May, June, August, September and October
Program: Plus, no rounds
Friday night dance: 7:00-9:00 pm
Saturday morning workshop: 10:00 am
Saturday evening dance: 7:00-9:00 pm
Caller: Bob Engle
UNCONVENTIONAL SQUARES (UNC)
WHERE: St Paul Lutheran Church (STPL)
222 N George St., Millersville, PA
When: Various selected Saturdays, all year, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Program: Mainstream DBD and/or Plus DBD
Intended for the experienced Plus and higher level adventurous dancer
Caller: See Dance Schedule
Attire: Always casual dress
Info & cancellations: Penny Wex, 717-666-5302
Note: Refer to fliers, Dance Schedule of SVA&RDA clubs, or call Penny Wex for schedule
PENN DIXIE SQUARE CAMPERS (PDC)
Where: Various campgrounds in South Central PA see Dance Schedule of SVA&RDA clubs for locations
1345 Twin Bridge Road, Chambersburg, PA.
When: see Dance Schedule
Program: Mainstream/Plus no Rounds
Caller: Dave Black
President: Kathy Bierbower, 717-300-5111
Newer Dancer Dances
Where: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 222 N. George St., Millersville, PA 17551
Time: TBD
Caller: Various
Program: Class level dances. All dancers are welcome, especially those currently in mainstream and plus class. Easier level round dances.
Contact: Kevin and Susan Walsh 717-382-2288
Renee and Jay Harnish 717-314-0156