Ballroom/Latin/swing

Dance Dance Party Party, every Fri., 5:30 p.m., Perishable Theatre, 95 Empire St., Providence. There is no teacher so ladies can feel free to do what they want in a non-pressure atmosphere. Girls only. $5.401-331-2695 x102 or classes@perishabletheatre.org.

Roseland Ballroom Dancing, every Sun., noon, 174 Broadway (Rte. 138, Taunton. Ballroom, Latin and swing. Lessons: 12:30-1 p.m. and 2:30-2:45 p.m. by Lestyn's Studio of Dance. Two dance floors, full bar, and various featured bands each week. Casual dress. Singles and couples welcome. $10. 508-822-2888 or www.hongkongcityrestaurant.com.

K&S Ball Room Dance, Nov. 22, 8 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 1047 park Ave., Cranston, R.I. Complimentary beginner Halloween Hustle lesson 6:30 to 7:15, Intermediate Halloween Hustle lesson 7:15 to 8. Free coffee, tea, pizza, and hot popcorn. Dancing until 11:30 p.m. Couples and Singles welcome. $15, $10 with full-time college I.D.

K&S Ball Room Dance, Nov. 29, 8 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 1047 park Ave., Cranston, R.I. Complimentary beginner Halloween Hustle lesson 6:30 to 7:15, Intermediate Halloween Hustle lesson 7:15 to 8. Free coffee, tea, pizza, and hot popcorn. Dancing until 11:30 p.m. Couples and Singles welcome. $15, $10 with full-time college I.D. Swing Classes, Dec. 5, 12, and 19, Community Church, 372 Wayland, Providence. Corner of Wayland and Lloyd on the east side. Beginners 7 to 8 p.m., Intermediate 8 to 9. $10/hour. No partner necessary. 401-921-1898 or havetodance.com/ss

Strictly Sinatra MusicAmerica Swing Dance Party, Jan. 24, 8 p.m., Raffael's Banquet Facility, Route 1A, Walpole. Live performance by 18-piece Beantown Swing Orchestra and crooner John Stevens (American Idol finalist). Also singing Bobby Darin, Harry Connick Jr., Dean Martin. Doors open at 7. $27.50 http://www.musicnotnoise.com/events.htm

Country/line/cajun

Country Line Dance, lessons every Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Foxboro VFW Post, 337 Cocasset St., Foxboro. $7, 781-828-2299.

Country Line Dancing, with Dave Pytka, every Thursday, 6:30 to 10 p.m., American Legion Post 312, 437 Newport Ave., South Attleboro. $5, includes lesson and dancing. 508-761-5983.

Dancing to Country Music, every Fri., Sat. & Sun., VFW Post 1271, 416 Hunt St., Central Falls, R.I.

Cajun Music and Dance with Magnolia, first Saturday of every month, 8-11 p.m., German Club, 78 Carter Ave., Pawtucket, R.I. Singles welcome. Dance lessons at 7:30. Cash bar. $14 at door. 401-246-2720 or www.magnoliacajunband.com.

Country Dancing with Down East Dancers, second Saturday of every month, 7:30-11:30 p.m., Taunton Elks, 119 High St. Two step, Waltz, East Coast and West Coast Swing, Pattern/Flow dances, Cha Cha, Nightclub 2, dance mixers and line dance instruction. Cash bar. $7. 508-653-7937 or 508-695-4548 or www.downeastdancers.com.

Square/contra

Do-Si-Doers Square Dance Club, beginners' class/mainstream plus workshop, Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m., Epiphany Church, Front Street, Walpole. $3. Call 508-668-4528. Medway Contra Dance, first Sat. of every month, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 14 School St., Medway. $7, discount for children under 18. Beginners, singles, and couples welcome. No partner necessary. Bring soft-soled shoes. 508-528-4563 or contradancelinks.com/medway.html.

Community Dance, Nov. 23, 7 to 9 p.m., Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Rd., Rehoboth. Hosted by Sunday Night Jammers. Contra dance steps, international and couple dances. All dances taught. All ages and beginners welcome. Potluck precedes dance at 6 p.m. Free. contradancelinks.com/jammers.html

Rehoboth contra dance, Nov. 28, 8 p.m., Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth. All dances taught by caller Lisa Greenleaf (introductory workshop at 7:30 p.m.). Music by Free Association. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $8. 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

Drumming

Drum and Dance Cirlce, Nov. 20, 7 to 9 p.m., Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., Cumberland, RI. Beginners and novices of all ages are welcome. Bring your own hand drum or rhythm instrument or just use your feet. Last circle of the year. $5. 401-725-9272

Singles events

New England Singles Dance, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. to midnight, VFW Hall, 30 Central St., Abington. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $10. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com

Single Executives Club, Nov. 21, White's Conference Ctr., 66 State Rd., Westport, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. Free dance lessons from 7:30 to 8:30. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

Single Executives Club, Nov. 22, Grand Ballroom, 477 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

New England Singles Dance, Nov. 28, 8 p.m.to midnight, VFW Hall, 30 Central St., Abington. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $10. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Single Executives Club, Nov. 28, Lafayette House Ballroom, 109 Washington St., Rte 1 suoth, Foxboro, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

Boston After Dark Single Newtorking Cocktail Party, Dec. 2, Holiday Inn, 929 Hingham St., Rockland, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. $10 advance, $12 at door. Free dance lessons from 7:30 to 8:30. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

Single Executives Club, Dec. 5, The Lantana, 43 Scanlon Dr., Randolph, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

New England Singles Dance, Dec. 5, 8 p.m.to midnight, VFW Hall, 30 Central St., Abington. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $10. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Single Executives Club Christmas Party, Dec. 6, Holiday Inn Grand Ballroom, 4 Highwood Dr., Tewksbury, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

New England Singles Dance, Dec. 12, 8 p.m.to midnight, Moseley's On The Charles, 50 Bridge St., Rte. 109, Dedham. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $12. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Single Executives Club Christmas Party, Dec. 12, White's Conference Ctr., 66 State Rd., Westport., from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

Single Executives Club Christmas Party, Dec. 19, Holiday Inn Grand Ballroom, 929 Hingham St., Rockland, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

New England Singles Dance, Dec. 19, 8 p.m.to midnight, VFW Hall, 30 Central St., Abington. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $10. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Single Executives Club Christmas Party, Dec. 20, Best Western Grand Ballroom, 477 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. Free dance lesson from 7:30 to 8:30. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

Matzo Ball, Dec. 24, 9 p.m., SHRINE Asian Kitchen, Lounge and Nightclub, 240 MGM Grand Dr., Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT. Jewish singles 21+ looking for Hanukah fun on Christmas Eve with a night of dancing, fun, and networking. Holiday finery encouraged and dress to impress. $30. matzoball.org.

Single Executives Club Christmas Party, Dec. 26, The Lafayette House Ballroom, 109 Washington St., Rte. 1 South, Foxboro, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $12. 35+. No jeans or sneakers. Proper business dress required; ties & jackets highly recommended for men, business or party finery for women. 781-446-0234 or www.se-4u.com.

New England Singles Dance, Dec. 26, 8 p.m.to midnight,Braintree Hotel Grand Ballroom, 37 Forbes Rd. Rte. I-93 at Exit 6, Braintree. Dance music and DJ. Sandwich bar and hors d'oeuvres. $12. All ages. Casual dress. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Go sing

Corrine's Karaoke, every Wed., 9:30 p.m., Corrine's, 1593 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Hosted by DJ Keith. 401-725-4260 or corinnesbanquets.com.

Corrine's Open Oldies Mike, every Wed., 8 p.m., Corrine's, 1593 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Dick Wilner hosts 50s and 60s dancing and music. 401-725-4260 or corinnesbanquets.com.

Open Mike at Steve's Backstage Pass, every Monday, 7 to 10:30 p.m., 15 School St., Taunton. Hosted by Lonesome Steve. $3/general. 508-824-3436 or thedessertclub.com.

Open Mike at The Narrows, every Wednesday, 7 p.m., Narrows Center for the Arts, Fall River. Musicians, poets, and thespians welcome. $3. 508-324-1926.

Open Mike Blues Jam at Chan's, every last Wed., 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Chan's, 267 Main St., Woonsocket, R.I. With Ken Lyon and friends. Free. 401-765-1900 or chanseggrollsandjazz.com.

Open Mike at Mockingbird Music, every Thurs., 7 to 9 p.m., Mockingbird Music, 905 South Main St., Mansfield. Hosted by MockingBird's Adam Goldberg. $2/donation. 508-339-6727 or mockingbirdweb.com.

Karaoke, every Thurs., Anciet Marinere, 7-9 Mechanic St., Foxboro. 508-543-5564

Open Mike at Rick's Music World, every Thursday, 7-10 p.m., Rick's Funky Cafe, 412 New State Hwy., Raynham. All musicians welcome. $3/general. 508-977-0200 or ricksmusic.com.

Open Mike Night, every Thurs., 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., The Artist's Exchange, 50 Rolfe St., Cranston, R.I. All musicians welcome. Consessions available. 401-785-4art or artists-exchange.org.