Mass Historia Calendar
A calendar of history and vintage dance events in Southern California. It is maintained by Walter Nelson and an intrepid band of dedicated volunteers.
Events
Friday April 20, 2018
Start: 04/20/2018 7:00 pm
End: 04/20/2018 10:00 pm
Monthly Victorian Dance at Simi Valley featuring Quadrilles, Group Dances, and Waltzes. Doors open at 7:00 pm and dancing begins at 7:30 pm. This dance is offered by the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District in conjunction with the Simi Valley Senior Center.
Beginner-friendly / Bringing a partner is not required / Historical attire is optional
$5 payable at the door.
Simi Valley Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room 116
3900 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley, CA
The Multi-Purpose Room is located close to the North Entrance of the building.
Saturday April 21, 2018
Start: 04/21/2018
More info: http://renfair.com/socal/
Start: 04/21/2018
From their Facebook event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/151642268869642/
Our famous DAPPER DAY weekend at the Disneyland Resort returns for two days of stylish fun!
Shop our nearly 30,000 sq ft. Expo marketplace featuring everything for stylish, sophisticated living including new and vintage clothing and accessories, barber and beauty products, home decor and more. Many exhibitors including Pinup Girl Clothing will be launching special collections or other exclusives!
Start: 04/21/2018 7:00 pm
The 8th Annual Baroque Pirate Masquerade Ball at UCLA
Saturday April 21, 2018 7pm-11pm (new start/end time)
at UCLA Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon
RSVP to HistoricalDance@yahoo.com
7pm Doors Open (Please fill out a membership application and bring a donation or annual membership to help cover event costs)
7:30pm-9pm Baroque Dance Lessons with Cynthia and James
9pm-11pm Fencing Club Demo and more fun vintage ballroom dance lessons
10:30pm-11:30pm (tent.) social ballroom dancing
Guest Performing Groups tent.
Costumes Welcome! Complimentary Refreshments included.
Start: 04/21/2018 8:30 pm
The Fresh Rhythm, a hot new 12-piece Big Band with unique and sophisticated sound with great dance music from traditional American popular music.
Dine and dance to Los Angeles' fresh new big band inspired by the genius of George Gerswhin, Nelson Riddle, Frank Sinatra, Cole Porter, Louis Armstrong, and Wynton Marsalis.
Tickets, dinner reservations, and more information: http://www.cicadaclub.com/show.asp?id=21219
Sunday April 22, 2018
Start: 04/21/2018
End: 04/22/2018
From their Facebook event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/151642268869642/
Our famous DAPPER DAY weekend at the Disneyland Resort returns for two days of stylish fun!
Shop our nearly 30,000 sq ft. Expo marketplace featuring everything for stylish, sophisticated living including new and vintage clothing and accessories, barber and beauty products, home decor and more. Many exhibitors including Pinup Girl Clothing will be launching special collections or other exclusives!
Start: 04/22/2018 4:00 pm
End: 04/22/2018 7:00 pm
Social dancing in the English Country Dance style as danced from the Renaissance to the Regency.
Beginners welcome, no partner necessary, always live music.
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(Note: new dancers are encouraged to come a little early for informal orientation.)
Cost: $10/general, $5/youth 18 and younger.
Lindberg Park Stone House, Lindberg Park, 5101 Rhoda Way, Culver City, 90230 (a few blocks from the intersection of Overland and Jefferson).
April 22 features teaching by James Hutson with music by Three For Joy.
Tuesday April 24, 2018
Start: 04/24/2018 7:30 pm
End: 04/24/2018 9:30 pm
Join us twice a month (2nd & 4th Tuesdays) for fun and upbeat historical dance classes!
Each class features a different assortment of dances and review of finer details of dance to improve your skills.
WE REVIEW DANCES FOR UPCOMING BALLS!
No experience necessary!
BEGINNERS WELCOME and encouraged!
NO PARTNER NEEDED! Folks are friendly and helpful.
Friday April 27, 2018
Start: 04/27/2018 6:00 pm
Join the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles for drinks at this unique location.
More info: http://adsla.org/info/node/557
Start: 04/27/2018 7:30 pm
End: 04/27/2018 9:30 pm
Monthly waltz practice at Simi Valley. Dancers in both Victorian and Modern styles now have the opportunity to practice their Waltz and Polka in an open, relaxed setting. This practice opportunity is offered by the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.
Wood dance floor / Bringing a partner is not required
$5 payable at the door.
Rancho Santa Susana Community Center (RSSCC) Dance Room
5005 - C Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA
For more information visit: http://www.simivintagedance.com/waltz-polka-practice
Start: 04/27/2018 7:30 pm
End: 04/27/2018 10:00 pm
2nd and 4th Friday of every month, 7:30 to 10 pm, $5.
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 S California Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
Contact Email: monroviaecd@gmail.com.
Saturday April 28, 2018
Start: 04/28/2018
http://homesteadmuseum.org/festivals
Saturday & Sunday, April 28 & 29, 2018
• 1 to 5 p.m. both days
• Free—but bring spending money for food and shopping
• Victorian dress is encouraged!
• No pets allowed. Only certified service animals are permitted.
Ladies, gentlemen, and children of all ages are invited to travel back in time to participate in a lively Victorian Fair on the beautiful grounds of the Homestead Museum.
Start: 04/28/2018
More info: http://renfair.com/socal/
Sunday April 29, 2018
Start: 04/28/2018
End: 04/29/2018
http://homesteadmuseum.org/festivals
Saturday & Sunday, April 28 & 29, 2018
• 1 to 5 p.m. both days
• Free—but bring spending money for food and shopping
• Victorian dress is encouraged!
• No pets allowed. Only certified service animals are permitted.
Ladies, gentlemen, and children of all ages are invited to travel back in time to participate in a lively Victorian Fair on the beautiful grounds of the Homestead Museum.
On SUNDAY April 29, 2018, from 10am to 3pm, there will be a Spanish Colonial Mission era Living History camp on the grounds of Mission San Gabriel Arcangel, sponsored by the Soldados y Californios of SoCal reenactors group, in honor of the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition and the National Parks Anza Trail that passes through Los Angeles. Interesting historical exhibits and activities for all ages are planned. The Anza Colonial Dancers under the direction of Mlle. Irene Ujda will host a Fandango with demonstrations and audience participation dances of New Spain.
Start: 04/29/2018 9:00 am
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pickwick-vintage-show-april-29-2018-tickets...
Join over 65 vendors from across California for the Pickwick Vintage Show in Burbank on April 29th. Shop a wide range of vintage clothing, textiles, and jewelry from all eras, plus textiles, design inspiration, print, trim, embroidery, and findings.
The Pickwick Vintage Show offers an array of vintage and is a one stop shop to find the best of the best in vintage. Shop 10am-5pm, or join us at 9am for a special preview hour of shopping.
Friday May 04, 2018
Start: 05/04/2018 7:30 pm
End: 05/04/2018 10:00 pm
Colonial Dance featuring featuring the social dances that were popular in this country from 1730 to 1799. Our program will consist primarily of longways "country" dances as well as a few cotillions (the predecessor of quadrilles). With dances of various skill levels throughout the evening, there is sure to be something for beginners and experienced dancers alike.
Beginner-friendly / Bringing a partner is not required / Historical attire is optional
$5 payable at the door
Rancho Santa Susana Community Center (RSSCC)
5005 - C Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA
Saturday May 05, 2018
Start: 05/05/2018
More info: http://renfair.com/socal/
Start: 05/05/2018 10:00 am
From a Facebook event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1683885324983009/
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vintage-blue-moon-presents-a-vintage-spring...
Vintage Blue Moon Presents: Vintage Spring Boutique
Come and enjoy an intimate shopping experience with some of the best vintage vendors in Southern California.
Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club
1210 4th Street, Santa Monica, California 90401
Start: 05/05/2018 11:00 am
From their FB event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/150641532229687/
We've moved to a new day and hope you will join us for our Steampunk Fiesta!
A very limited number of tickets will be available at our Winter Social! Otherwise tickets go on sale to the general public late Jan 2018.
Special after hour activities will be planned as well. Stay tuned for more updates, you won't want to miss all the NEW, exciting, fantastical things that await!
DOG FRIENDLY-FREE PARKING
Santa Ana residents are HALF OFF with proof of residency
Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 11 AM - 6 PM
Information at their website: http://sdecd.org/thesandiegoball/
San Diego English Country Dancers
Present the Eleventh Annual May Faire Ball
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Music: Ladies At Play ; Dance Mistress: Alisa Dodson
Doors Open 5 pm, Grand March 5:45pm, Dancing until 10 pm
Venue: Soledad Club, 5050 Soledad Road, San Diego, CA
$40 early registration, $45 after April 1
See the Website for details and dance program.
Start: 05/05/2018 7:00 pm
The 14th Annual Hollywood Movie Magic Ball at UCLA
Featuring Dance Legend, Chester Whitmore (7th Year)
Saturday May 5, 2018 7pm-11pm (new start/end time)
at UCLA Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon
RSVP to HistoricalDance@yahoo.com
7pm Doors Open (Please fill out a membership application and bring a donation or annual membership to help cover event costs)
7:30pm-9pm Learn a variety of fun dance styles celebrating Broadway Musicals and Hollywood Movies with Cynthia and James
9pm-11pm Special Guest Teacher, Chester Whitmore (Swing/Tap Dancer/Performer)
Start: 05/05/2018 8:30 pm
CICADA CLUB DEBUT! The Mad Hat Hucksters founded by swing dancer Morgan Day in 2015. Originally starting out as a jam band that played traditional jazz tunes, this San Diego band evolved to find their sound more in the musical style of small combo jazz bands of the swing era, with solid four rhythms and tempos most dancers expect for dancing Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Shag. In November 2017, the band released their debut album, "Swing and Jazz Music for Dancing", available for download and streaming on Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon.
FEATURING
MORGAN DAY
Sunday May 06, 2018
Start: 05/06/2018 1:30 pm
End: 05/06/2018 5:30 pm
The Historical Tea & Dance Society presents its Anniversary Alice in Wonderland Sunday Afternoon Dance Social; Beginners welcome; No partner needed; Afternoon tea http://www.victorianteaanddance.org/
Dance instruction and practice. Tea and comestibles will be served. Costume not required. Beginners welcome. No partner required. Admission $20.
LOCATION
Pasadena Scottish Rite Hall
150 N. Madison Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
(cross streets: Colorado Boulevard and Walnut Street)
Tuesday May 08, 2018
Start: 05/08/2018 7:30 pm
End: 05/08/2018 9:30 pm
Join us twice a month (2nd & 4th Tuesdays) for fun and upbeat historical dance classes!
Each class features a different assortment of dances and review of finer details of dance to improve your skills.
WE REVIEW DANCES FOR UPCOMING BALLS!
No experience necessary!
BEGINNERS WELCOME and encouraged!
NO PARTNER NEEDED! Folks are friendly and helpful.
Friday May 11, 2018
Start: 05/11/2018
Costume-Con is an international convention that has been devoted to costuming of all kinds since 1983. All skill levels, from beginners to masters, and all types of costumers are welcome, including cosplayers, historical reenactors, doll dressmakers, science fiction enthusiasts, fantasy fans, and more.
Start: 05/11/2018 7:30 pm
End: 05/11/2018 10:00 pm
2nd and 4th Friday of every month, 7:30 to 10 pm, $5.
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 S California Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
Contact Email: monroviaecd@gmail.com.
Saturday May 12, 2018
Costume-Con is an international convention that has been devoted to costuming of all kinds since 1983. All skill levels, from beginners to masters, and all types of costumers are welcome, including cosplayers, historical reenactors, doll dressmakers, science fiction enthusiasts, fantasy fans, and more.
Start: 05/12/2018
More info: http://renfair.com/socal/
Start: 05/12/2018 1:30 pm
From a Facebook event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1958141504449176/
Start: 05/12/2018 8:30 pm
LIZZY AND THE TRIGGERMEN
ALL-STAR 10-PIECE PROHIBITION JAZZ BAND
The hot jazz band all of Hollywood is talking about comes to the Cicada Club for ONE NIGHT ONLY with PROHIBITION JAZZ for your dining and dancing pleasure!
Tickets, dinner reservations, and more information: http://www.cicadaclub.com/show.asp?id=21218
Sunday May 13, 2018
Costume-Con is an international convention that has been devoted to costuming of all kinds since 1983. All skill levels, from beginners to masters, and all types of costumers are welcome, including cosplayers, historical reenactors, doll dressmakers, science fiction enthusiasts, fantasy fans, and more.
Start: 05/13/2018 4:00 pm
End: 05/13/2018 7:00 pm
Social dancing in the English Country Dance style as danced from the Renaissance to the Regency.
Beginners welcome, no partner necessary, always live music.
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(Note: new dancers are encouraged to come a little early for informal orientation.)
Cost: $10/general, $5/youth 18 and younger.
Lindberg Park Stone House, Lindberg Park, 5101 Rhoda Way, Culver City, 90230 (a few blocks from the intersection of Overland and Jefferson).
May 13 features teaching by Annie Laskey with music by Interfolk.
Monday May 14, 2018
Start: 05/11/2018
End: 05/14/2018
Costume-Con is an international convention that has been devoted to costuming of all kinds since 1983. All skill levels, from beginners to masters, and all types of costumers are welcome, including cosplayers, historical reenactors, doll dressmakers, science fiction enthusiasts, fantasy fans, and more.
