SOUTHEAST FLORIDA DRUM/DANCE CIRCLE NEWSLETTER
BROWARD COUNTY EDITION
Saturday, 1 February 2008

Offered to you by the Southeast Florida Drum Circle Community
Michael Dean Goodman, Coordinator, 561-350-3930
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A. SPECIAL SPIRITUAL EVENTS (BLATANT PLUG FOR EVENTS DEAR TO MY HEART)
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH, 7:30pm
(the 2nd Monday of every month)

TURIYA MEDITATION (TM): FREE INTRODUCTORY TALKS

Attend this free talk, on either evening. Hear about the practical and
spiritual results that effortless meditation can bring about, and see a
review of the powerful scientific research verifying these results. Find
out how to learn this ancient, yet modern technique, to use as a tool to
improve your life.

If you've ever wondered about meditation, if you've ever tried some form
of meditation that left you unsatisfied or frustrated, if you've ever
longed to wake up and remember your core Reality, if you've ever wanted
to unfold the 90% of our potential that lies dormant within us - you must
attend one of these talks, given by an expert, initiated into the ancient
vedic/yogic tradition of Masters, who has trained thousands of people over
the past 35 years!

Deep meditation unfolds the full 200% potential of life - 100% inner
peace & freedom, plus 100% outer dynamism, intelligence, creativity,
love, health, success, & happiness. This is the meditation described
by Maharishi Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras (the guidebook for yoga) -
the simple, natural, effortless meditation that brings fulfillment to
the practice of yoga, that establishes samadhi at the core of life, and
that brings (1) increased clarity of mind and intelligence, (2) better
health, physical coordination, and reversal of stress-related aging,
(3) more loving, compassionate, giving behavior, and deeper relation-
ships, (4) and the very real foundation for a peaceful society.

Modern life can be a very pressured and stressful experience; this me-
ditation is the most effective stress-melting technology in the world.

Held at the PremYoga Center, 1095 N. Military Tr., West Palm Beach
Just west of the Palm Beach Airport, 1 block north of Belvedere, on the
west side of Military Tr., across from Wal-Mart.
Info: 561-640-9642, www.PremYoga.com

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B. DRUM CIRCLES - SUMMARY FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY - BY DATE
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[classes & performances listed separately in section C3 below]

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST (PERIODIC FRIDAYS - CALL 1ST)
Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle
Wilton Manors FL, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND (1ST SATURDAY)
Jack & Tarcilia O'Connell's Drum Circle & Sacred Space
Deerfield Beach FL, 7:30-9:30pm, donation requested
See details below

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00pm till sundown
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH (WEDNESDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
Essential Complementary Wellness Center - New Moon Drum Circle
(for women only)
Hollywood FL, 7:30 - 9:00pm, free
See details below

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH (1ST TUESDAY)
Goddess Spirit Drum Circle (for men & women)
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm, $5 requested
See details below

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH (TUESDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
Nature's Emporium - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)
Coral Springs FL, 7:00 - 9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH (WEDNESDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
Healthy Soul Centers - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)
Pompano Beach FL, 7:00-9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH - (1ST THURSDAY - CALL TO CONFIRM)
Gilda's Club Drum Circle (Cancer Support Group)
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 6:45-8:15pm, free
See details below

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH (THURSDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
Crystal Vision - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)
Hollywood FL, 7:30 - 9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8th (PERIODIC FRIDAYS - CALL 1ST)
Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle
Wilton Manors FL, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH (SATURDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
New Moon Native American Drum Circle (women only)
Parkland FL, [used to be in west Boca Raton FL], 7:00-9:00pm
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH (2ND SATURDAY)
Unity of Hollywood Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 7:00-9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00pm till sundown
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH (2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY)
Griffin's Loft Drum Circle
Davie FL, 7:30pm, $10
See details below

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH-17TH
Drumming and Dancing in Paradise
Bonita Springs FL, $30 for all 4 days. $20 for a one-day pass, $10 for
kids between 6-12, free for kids under 6 yrs old.
See details below

THURSDAY-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH-19TH
Sunsport Gardens Mid-Winter Naturist Festival
Loxahatchee FL, drum circle every night (14th-18th), 9pm-midnight
No admission discount for attending just the drum circles - you have to
pay the festival registration fee ($40) plus a day's admission to the
festival ($18) for each night's drum circle.
See details below

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH (PERIODIC FRIDAYS - CALL 1ST)
Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle
Wilton Manors FL, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00pm till sundown
See details below

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH (3RD SUNDAY)
Broward Pagan Drum Picnic
Ft. Lauderdale FL, noon-5pm, $1 park fee
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
Full Moon Drum Circle - On the Beach
Pompano Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH (WEDNESDAY CLOSEST TO FULL MOON)
Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Drum Circle (for men & women)
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm, free
See details below

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST (ONE THURSDAY EACH MONTH)
Nature's Emporium Drum Circle
Coral Springs FL, 7:00-9:00pm, $3
See details below

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND (PERIODIC FRIDAYS - CALL 1ST)
Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle
Wilton Manors FL, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children
See details below

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00pm till sundown
See details below

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH (2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY)
Griffin's Loft Drum Circle
Davie FL, 7:30pm, $10
See details below

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH (PERIODIC FRIDAYS - CALL 1ST)
Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle
Wilton Manors FL, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children
See details below

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH-21ST
African Rhythm and Drum-Building Workshop at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, $150-$300 includes building your own drum
See details below



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C. DRUM CIRCLES - FULL DETAILS - PALM BEACH COUNTY
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C1. DRUMMING/DANCING CIRCLES - ONE TIME EVENTS
C2. DRUMMING/DANCING CIRCLES - REPEATING EVENTS
C3. DRUMMING/DANCING LESSONS, PERFORMANCES, ETC.


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C1. DRUMMING/DANCING CIRCLES - ONE TIME EVENTS (ALPHABETICALLY)
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*** THURSDAY-TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH-19TH ***

Sunsport Gardens Mid-Winter Naturist Festival

Six days of fun, growth, community. Choose from over 240 activities -
New Age experiential workshops (health, personal growth, arts, relation-
ship, ecology, etc.), plus meetings about naturist/nudist activism. In
the evenings there will be inspiring musical performances, fire-perform-
ers, DJ'd partner dances, naturist videos, and bonfire drum circles (on
the 14th through 18th, 9pm-midnight). They also offer vendor booths,
an 87-degree olympic swimming pool, a huge hottub, a sauna, buffet food
service, fitness center, wi-fi internet access, fishing & kayaking ponds,
a children's playground, a jungle nature trail, 40 acres of lush tropical
vegetation, tennis, volleyball, horseshoes, and petanque. You can see
their entire Festival line-up of events by going to their website below.

Cost: $40 festival registration fee, plus $18/day grounds fee (admission)
per adult. Camping is $14/night (tenting - no hook-ups), $27/night (RV
with water/electric). Furnished tents are available for rent. A limited
number of cabins are available - please inquire. There are also nearby
B&B's and motels. On-site meals: $6 breakfast, $8 lunch, $13 dinner - or
$142 for all meals.

Editor's notes:
(a) Their Festival drum circles are great - with hundreds of people
around the huge bonfire - lots of good drummers, radiant dancers, fire
performers... The entire Festival is wonderful - plan to attend if you
can!
(b) Unfortunately, the Sunsport Gardens administration chooses to charge
loyal local drummers and dancers, who want to attend only the evening
drum circles and help make them more successful, the same price as some-
one attending the Festival for the entire day - a $40 one time Festival
registration fee, and an $18 per day admission fee. If you attended all
5 evening drum circles, you'd pay $130, or $26 each! If you attend only
one evening drum circle, you'd pay $58! Obviously, the drum circles make
sense if you are already attending this fabulous festival - but do not
make sense if you are just coming for the drum circles. Let them know if
this policy disturbs you.
(c) The regular weekly Friday night drum circle at Sunsport is obviously
replaced, for this weekend only, by these Festival activities.
(d) Sunsport is a clothing-optional community, a family naturist resort
founded in 1965. Nudity is completely optional (except at the pool/hot-
tub/sauna area); at the drum circles some drummers/dancers remain clothed,
but some nudity will be present; the atmosphere is very respectful.
(e) Drumming occurs around a big bonfire outdoors in the special drum cir-
cle clearing by the lake. Normally, in rainy weather, they drum inside a
building next to the pool. But during the Festival, that building is in
use each evening, so it's not clear what their rain alternative is.

Held at: Sunsport Gardens, 14125 North Road, Loxahatchee FL
Info: 800-551-7217, 561-793-0423, frontdesk@...,
http://www.sunsportgardens.com/

Directions:

* From the south and east:
1. Take the Florida Turnpike or I-95 north
2. Exit Okeechobee Blvd. west (Turnpike exit #99; I-95 exit #70)
3. Go west 8.5 miles beyond the Turnpike
4. Drive through the town of Royal Palm Beach; then the road narrows
to two lanes and you're out in the countryside
5. Pass the fire station and E Road - then turn right (north) on D
Road (gravel)
6. Go 1.9 miles till D Rd. ends at a 'T' stop sign (North Rd.)
7. Turn right onto North Rd.
8. Make the first left turn (after 0.3 miles) into Sunsport Gardens
9. Follow instructions a-d below

* From the North:
1. Take I-95 south
2. Exit at Northlake Blvd. west
3. Go west 8.5 miles
4. Turn left at a traffic light onto Coconut Blvd.
5. Go 5 miles till the road ends at a 'T' (40th St.)
6. Turn right onto 40th St.
7. Go 1.5 miles
8. Jog left at 140th Ave. (look for the sign)
9. After a short distance, turn right into Sunsport Gardens
10. Follow instructions a-d below

* From the West:
1. Take SR 80 east
2. Turn left (north) at the traffic light at Seminole Pratt Whitney.
3. Go 1.5 miles
4. Turn right (east) on Okeechobee Blvd.
5. Turn left (north) on D Road (gravel)
6. Go 1.9 miles till D Rd. ends at a 'T' stop sign (North Rd.)
7. Turn right onto North Rd.
8. Make the first left turn (after 0.3 miles) into Sunsport Gardens
9. Follow instructions a-d below

* In all cases:
a. Pass through the security gate and continue down the entry road
b. Bear right at the 1st opportunity, stop at the security shack on
your left to check in
c. Then bear right around the island and turn right at the stop sign
d. Go about 1/4 mile - the fire pit area (drum circle) will be on
your left, next to the pond.

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*** THURSDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH-17TH ***

Drumming and Dancing in Paradise

$30 for all 4 days. $20 for a one-day pass, $10 for kids between 6-12,
free for kids under 6 yrs old.

Room for 10 vendors (at $30 fee per booth). No need to preregister
as a vendor - just show up. Or if you'd like to do a drum- or dance-
related workshop, e-mail the organizer.

Held at: 27501 Kent Rd., Bonita Springs FL 34135
Just south of Ft. Myers, at Summerland, 2 hours from Miami

Directions: From I-75 exit 116, go east 0.7 miles, turn left on Bonita
Grande Rd., go 1.0 mile north, turn left on East Terry St., go 0.5 miles
west, turn left on Kent Rd. at the YMCA, go 0.5 miles south to Summer-
land Lane on the left side with a 4' pentacle at the entrance, follow the
lane to the main circle.

Info: Nighthawk420@...

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*** THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH-21ST ***

African Rhythm and Drum-Building Workshop

Celebrate the rhythms and culture of Africa. $150-$300 provides rhythm
training, HealthRHYTHMS Group Empowerment Drumming, and a drum built with
your own hands to play and take home. Lunch provided both days.
Drum Options: sustainably harvested mahogany drum shells from Indonesia,
an Ivory Coast drum shell from West Africa, or rebuild a djembe or ashiko
of your own.

Held at: Birch State Park, 3109 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale FL,
Pavilion 3

Info, and to pre-register (required), call 954-292-1087


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C2. DRUMMING/DANCING CIRCLES - REPEATING EVENTS (ALPHABETICALLY)
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*** SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND, 9TH, 16TH, 23RD ***

Broward Drum Circle

Every Saturday, 4:00-6:00pm

Held at: Fern Forest Nature Park, 201 S. Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek FL

Drumming occurs rain or shine (when it rains they drum under the
pavilion/picnic shelter). The park closes at 6pm. Park rules: no
advertisements; no money changes hands.
Info: 954-984-4183, Sophia Letourneau <sophialinus@...>
Discussion group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BrowardDrumCircle/
Directions:

* From I-95
1. Exit at Atlantic Blvd. west
2. Pass over the Florida Turnpike
3. Turn left (south) on Lyons Rd.
4. After 1 block, turn right into Fern Forest Nature Park
5. Just before entering the parking lot, there is a pavilion (picnic
shelter) on the right
6. Walk through the pavilion and continue on the concrete path to the
grassy picnic area, where the drum circle is held.

* From the Florida Turnpike Southbound
1. Exit at Coconut Creek Pkwy./Hammondville Rd.
(Note: for return trips, there is only a northbound entrance at
Coconut Creek Pkwy.)
2. Go west on Coconut Creek Pkwy.
3. Turn left (south) on Lyons Rd.
4. Pass Atlantic Blvd.
5. After 1 block, turn right into Fern Forest Nature Park
6. Just before entering the parking lot, there is a pavilion (picnic
shelter) on the right
7. Walk through the pavilion and continue on the concrete path to the
grassy picnic area, where the drum circle is held.

* From the Florida Turnpike Northbound
1. Exit at Atlantic Blvd.
(Note: for return trips, there is only a southbound entrance at
Atlantic Blvd.)
2. Go west on Atlantic Blvd.
3. Turn left (south) on Lyons Rd.
4. After 1 block, turn right into Fern Forest Nature Park
5. Just before entering the parking lot, there is a pavilion (picnic
shelter) on the right
6. Walk through the pavilion and continue on the concrete path to the
grassy picnic area, where the drum circle is held.

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*** SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH ***

Broward Pagan Drum Picnic

3rd Sunday of each month (with ocassional shifts to accomodate holidays,
etc.), noon-5pm, $1 park fee

Held at: Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale FL.

BBQ provided for $5 donation; bring something to share if you'd like.
Bring drums or any instruments. If you can't drum, come to learn; if
you can drum, come and share some rhythms. If you don't have a drum,
some extras will be available. Bring your Pagan spirit and meet some
new, like-minded people.

At 2 pm there will be a Wicca 101 Discussion Session facilitated by
Bill and Deirdre. Bring your questions, ideas, curiosity or opinions...

Info: Jeff <drumskii@...>

To join their discussion list, or check their calendar, go to:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/BrowardPaganPicnic

Directions: Next to the Ft. Lauderdale Airport. Enter Snyder Park from
SW 4th Ave.; turn right at the 'T'; turn left at the next 'T'; make the
2nd left turn; make the 1st right turn; go half way around the circle,
till you're near West Lake.

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*** THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH ***

Crystal Vision - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)

Usually the Thursday closest to the new moon, 7:30-9:00pm, donation
requested
2008: Jan 10, Feb 7, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 8, Jun 5, Jul 3, Jul 31, Aug
28, Sep 25, Oct 30, Nov 20, Dec 11

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Crystal Vision, 3160 Stirling Rd. (just west of I-95 at N.
Park Rd.), Hollywood FL, 954-981-4992
Led by: Linda White <lkwdrum@...>
Info: 954-981-4992, crystalvisionLTC@...

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*** WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH ***

Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Drum Circle (for men & women)

Usually the Wednesday closest to the full moon, 7:30-9:00pm, free
2008: Jan 23, Feb 20, Mar 19, Apr 23, May 21, Jun 18

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Essential Complementary Wellness Center, 2104 N. Federal Hwy.,
Suite A (corner of Lee, parking in rear), Hollywood FL, 954-921-7808
Led by: Marya Luria and Rose Robertson
Info: Mayra <mluria@...>, Rose <light8181@...>

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*** WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH ***

Essential Complementary Wellness Center - New Moon Drum Circle
(for women only)

Usually the Wednesday closest to the new moon, 7:30-9:00pm, free
2008: Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7, Jun 4

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Essential Complementary Wellness Center, 2104 N. Federal Hwy.,
Suite A (corner of Lee, parking in rear), Hollywood FL, 954-921-7808
Led by: Mayra Luria and Rose Robertson
Info: 954-921-7808, Mayra Luria <mluria@...>, Rose Robertson
<light8181@...>

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*** SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD, 10TH, 17TH, 24TH ***

Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park

Every Sunday, 2:00pm till sundown
If it's raining locally at 1:45pm, the circle is cancelled.
If you arrive after 2:30pm, please call Randy's cell phone so that he
can notify the Park guard.

Held at: Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Sunrise Blvd. just east of A1A,
Ft. Lauderdale. In the Pavilion 3 Area.

Their website says:
"A drum circle is a group of people coming together to create in-the-mo-
ment music using hand drums and percussion instruments. A drum circle
is not a percussion ensemble performing a prepared piece of music, or a
drumming class led by a teacher, nor any group that is re-creating music
that it has played before. Drum circles are a form of recreational mu-
sic-making, which means that the focus is not on performance but rather
on personal, group development, reducing stress, dance, meeting people,
relaxing, wellness, or just plain fun."

1. WE ARE AN OPEN DRUM CIRCLE
2. NO FACILITATOR. (PLAY WHAT YOU WANT)
3. BEGINNERS TO ADVANCE
4. ALL RELIGIONS
5. MUST HAVE A POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE
6. EVERYONE WELCOME

"An open New York-style drum circle: no facilitator, everything goes.
Hand drums only. Membership available. Bring drum, chair, food, drink.
DVD and CD drum music exchange among all members."

Info: Randy "Atu" Robinson <fortlauderdaledrumcircle@...>,
954-839-5732. Or join their discussion list by sending any e-mail to:
FortLauderdaleDrumCircle-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

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*** WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH ***

Full Moon Drum Circle - On the Beach

Monthly on the full moon, 8pm-1am, free

Established 1995. There's a 15-minute Pagan full moon ritual at 10pm.
Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler months -
dress accordingly. Public restrooms available. No Alcohol - No Drugs -
No Fire! - or we risk losing this location!

Held at: on the beach, just north of the Pompano Beach Pier, 222 N.
Pompano Beach Blvd. (2 blocks north of Atlantic Blvd.), Pompano Beach FL.
Take the walking path to the beach just north of the Fisherman's Wharf
(pier). Free parking at the lot across the street to the west.

Info: Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, Debe24@...,
http://www.hometown.aol.com/debe24/myhomepage/profile.html; Sophia
<sophialinus@...>, 954-984-4183

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*** THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH - CALL TO CONFIRM ***

Gilda's Club Drum Circle (Cancer Support Group)

1st Thursday (usually), 6:45-8:15pm, free

Held at: Gilda's Club, 119 Rose Dr., Ft. Lauderdale FL (1 block north of
Davie, 2 houses east of Andrews), 954-763-6776
Facilitator: Mayra Luria

Note: Gilda's Club is a cancer community - their drum circle is open to
those with cancer or dealing with cancer in their family, and their friends.

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*** TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH ***

Goddess Spirit Drum Circle (for men & women)

1st Tuesday of the month (2nd Tuesday if holidays conflict),
7:30-9:00pm, $5 requested

Held at: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of South Florida, 1812
Roosevelt St., Hollywood FL (behind the Autozone store on US 1, be-
tween Taft and Johnson)

Park in rear or on street. Drum, sing, dance, chant. Circle meets
rain or shine - indoors with a/c if it's too hot or wet, outdoors
around the firepit otherwise. Some percussion instruments available
to use including xylophone, bells, singing bowl, ocean drum, shakers,
etc. For both men and women.

Info: Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, debe24@...

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*** WEDNESDAYS, FEBRUARY 13TH & 27TH ***

Griffin's Loft Drum Circle

2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, 7:30pm, $10 requested

Join our group in spiritual ceremonies and create rhythm and song. Feel
the vibration thru drumming as we honor and respect Mother Earth. Some
drums provided. [Native American style drum circle]

Held at: Griffin's Loft, 4282 S. University Dr., Davie FL, 954-625-6775,
http://www.griffinsloft.com, reiki4you@...

Led by: Diana D <littlefeatherqua@...>, 954-529-5747.

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*** WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH ***

Healthy Soul Centers - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)

Usually the Wednesday closest to the new moon, 7:00-9:00pm, donation
requested
2008: Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, Apr 9, May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Jul 30, Sep 3,
Oct 29, Nov 26, Dec 17

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Healthy Soul Centers, 3669 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach FL,
954-545-1340
Led by: Suzanne Edison and Diann Lee

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*** SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST ***

Jack & Tarcilia O'Connell's Drum Circle & Sacred Space

1st Saturday of the month (unless it conflicts with a full moon or other
special drum circle), 7:30-9:30pm, donation requested

Held at: Key Largo Framing, 817 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach FL

Drumming/dancing circle (indoors) with occasional breaks for interactive
group activities, exercises, etc. They provide a few drums, but best to
bring your own drums, rattles, voices, etc. "Our intent is to have fun
as we link our drums and our hearts to honor life."

Info: tarciliaoconnell@...

Directions:
1. Take I-95
2. Exit 10th St. east
3. Turn left (north) on Federal Hwy. (US1)
4. Go 1/4 mile north to 817 S. Federal Hwy., on the west side of the
street, across from Little Havana II

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*** THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST ***

Nature's Emporium Drum Circle

One Thursday of each month, 7:00-9:00pm, $3
2008: Jan 24, Feb 21, Mar 20, Apr 24, May 22, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 21,
Sep 18, Oct 23, Nov 13, Dec 18

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Nature's Emporium, 8041 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs FL,
954-755-2223, sandy@...
Led by: Linda White

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*** TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH ***

Nature's Emporium - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)

Usually the Tuesday closest to the new moon, 7:00-9:00pm, donation
requested
2008: Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 4, Apr 8, May 6, Jun 3, Jul 1, Aug 5, Sep 2,
Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 25, none in Dec

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: Nature's Emporium, 8041 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs FL,
954-755-2223, sandy@...
Led by: Linda White

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*** SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH ***

New Moon Native American Drum Circle (women only)

Usually the Saturday closest to the new moon, 7:00-9:00pm
2008: Jan 5, Feb 9, Mar 8, Apr 5, May 3, May 31, Jul 5, Aug 2, Aug 30,
Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 29, Dec 27

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Held at: a private residence in Parkland FL [was in west Boca Raton]
Led by: Michelle Martin
Info: 954-775-0220, 561-929-4959, mmartin869@...

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SPECIAL DRUM CIRCLE - OF INTEREST TO ALL THREE COUNTIES

*** FRIDAY, MARCH 21ST - OR - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19TH ***

Tequesta Drum Circle (around a huge bonfire!) - Spring Equinox

EDITOR'S NOTE:
The equinox actually falls at 12:48am, Thursday March 20th, putting
Wednesday night, March 19th, as the closest evening by far. Yet the
organizers are advertising this event to be on Friday night, which
is far from the true equinox, and also competes with the March full
Moon drum circles on Friday night. Watch for further announcements
as this date issue gets settled.

Every Solstice & Equinox - at the start of each season, 7pm till midnight,
$5 entrance fee per adult (kids under 10 free if accompanied by an adult),
fee goes toward event costs (insurance, hiring park rangers for the night,
etc.) - any money remaining is donated to the citizen support organization
Friends of Birch State Park, Inc.

* Includes: a roaring bonfire; a big (optional) potluck feast - if you
plan to partake, please bring a dish or drink that would be enough
for yourself; an Earth-centered ceremony to welcome in the season (at
about 10pm). Performers are very welcome - fire-dancers/spinners/breath-
ers will have a special area set aside and must show proof of insurance.

* "People of all life-affirming spiritual and philosophical paths are in-
vited to come together under the beautiful canopy of the sky, in a
preserved 'native Florida coastal habitat' It's an opportunity to
align our thoughts and energies with our own core of being, with the
seasonal shifts on our planet (Earth), with the energy effects of our
star (the Sun), and with the powers of the universe that form all
things (which you may call God/Goddess, Spirit, Nature, laws of evo-
lution, etc.). The Tequesta (tuh-kes-tuh) Drum Circle is named after
one of the ancient tribes who inhabited lands around SE Florida prior
to European and Seminole arrival - and gives us an opportunity to re-
member that legacy. Ceremonial dress is welcomed, but not required."

"This is a family-oriented celebration for those who hold the impor-
tance of our relationship to our home planet, the Earth. Come be a
part of the celebration, look up into the night sky, breathe, and re-
member our intrinsic connection to both planet and universe."

"Every 90 days or so our planet transits a key point on its journey
around our parent Star which shifts the balance of light entering into
our world. This light continually feeds a tremendously complex array
of living systems that have co-evolved for billions of years. The shift
creates a cascading ebb and flow of cycles in each hemisphere creating
what we know as Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall, and inspires us to
observe these natural transits of our planet as Sacred Days."

* Photography:
Please respect people. Do not take photos without permission!

* Editor's note: This is one of the biggest and best drum circles in our
area. It only happens four times each year (at the changes of season -
the solstices and equinoxes), bringing together drummers and dancers
from four counties for one big unified celebration. Don't miss it!
You don't have to be a good dancer or drummer - everyone is lovingly
welcomed and appreciated. You can drum (or play any percussion gadget
that you have), dance, or just watch and socialize.

* Hosted by Moon Path Circle, Inc., http://moonpathcircle.org/index.htm,
Mark 954-655-7182, Sophia <sophialinus@...>,
SpelCastor <spelcastor@...>

* Held at: Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 3109 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft.
Lauderdale FL, 954-468-2791, 954-564-4521. This is a primitive camp
setting, with outhouse-style bathrooms.
http://www.floridastateparks.org/hughtaylorbirch/

Directions:
1. Take I-95
2. Exit east on Sunrise
3. Cross the Intercoastal Waterway bridge
4. Make the last left turn before A1A (turning into the park entrance)
5. Follow the circular drive about 2/3 of the way around to the "Primi-
tive Camp Area - Tequesta Bonfire Stone Circle"

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*** SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 ***

Unity of Hollywood Drum Circle

2nd Saturday, 7:00-9:00pm, donation requested
2008: Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 13,
Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13

Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drum-
ming and chanting. Discover what the ancients knew and modern scienti-
fic studies are now revealing - that there is tremendous healing power
in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this resound-
ing energy can help re-balance the body and spirit and provide a sacred
and unique avenue for prayer and community. All drums welcome; frame
drums and rattle provided for those without.

Run by: Cathi Covert

Held at: Unity of Hollywood, 2750 Van Buren St., Hollywood FL, 954-922-5521

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Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle

Periodic Fridays each month, 6:30-8:00pm, $7 adult, $3 children

This facilitated community drum circle is an open space for people to
come together and share the love of drumming, dancing, and singing.
Everyone is welcome regardless of their level of musical experience
and drumming knowledge. It is a celebration of life and community,
open to everyone - all ages. Come drum & dance your stress away!
Drums are provided. All ages are welcome. If you have your own drum,
bell, shaker, wood block, etc. please bring them. Held indoors, so
this circle occurs whether it's rain or shine. New circle toys in-
clude: joia tubes, wooden hurio, percussion frog, tongue drum, djun-
djun drums, krin log drum, stick tambourine, dunun

Held at: Island City Park Preserve, 835 NE 28th St., off NE 6th Ave.,
Wilton Manors FL, 954-390-2115 (9am-5pm)

Directions:
(1) Take 6th Ave. (the street that K-mart is on), turn east onto 28th
St. between Wilton Manor Drive and the small bridge just south of
Oakland Park Blvd. There are small signs on both sides of 6th Ave.
for the park. On 28th St., the park is on the left (if you come to
the end of 28th St., you've passed the park). We drum inside the
building in the park.
(2) From 26th street South of Oakland Park Blvd: turn north onto 8th
or 9th Ave. which are before and after 'Kids In Distress'. Turn on-
to the first street you come to (28th St.). The park is between 8th
and 9th Ave on the north side.

Info: Debra Anderson 954-292-1087C, 954-567-3204H, namastedla@...

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*** SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH ***

Harmonic Motion Performance - Middle Eastern Music and Dance
With dancer Maria Cerro

3:00-4:00pm

Armenian, Turkish, Egyptian, Moroccan, Sephardic, Flamenco-influenced,
cross-cultural, and improvisational music and dance. Joe Zeytoonian on
ud, cumbus, percussion, voice; Myrian Eli on dumbek, riqq, and dance

Held at: Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St. (by I-75),
Pembroke Pines FL, 954-357-7348

Info: 954-755-5146, joe@..., myriam@...,
www.harmonicmotion.com

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*** FRIDAYS ***

Bellydance & Fire Show with Marina of MeduSirena

Every Friday, at 8:30 and 9:30pm, free

Held at: The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way,
Ft. Lauderdale FL 33314
Outside in the courtyard next to Renegades (by the Improv Comedy Club
and Murphy's Law).

Info: http://www.Hip-NoticDanceCompany.com or
http://bellydance.meetup.com/234/calendar/5644593/

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*** FRIDAYS ***

Harmonic Motion Performance - Middle Eastern Music and Dance

8:30-11:00pm (dance show at 9pm)

Armenian, Turkish, Egyptian, Moroccan, Sephardic, Flamenco-influenced,
cross-cultural, and improvisational music and dance. Joe Zeytoonian on
ud, cumbus, percussion, voice; Myrian Eli on dumbek, riqq, and dance

Held at: A La Turca Restaurant, 2027 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood FL,
954-925-5900, www.alaturcamiami.com

Info: 954-755-5146, joe@..., myriam@...,
www.harmonicmotion.com

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*** FRIDAYS ***

African Drum/African Dance Class

2:30–4:30pm, free

Taught by Baba Moussa/Mama Trina

Held at: Lauderdale Lakes Middle School, Lauderdale Lakes FL

Info: Renaissance Village Project, Trina 954-687-5789,
thebridgecae@...

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*** FRIDAYS ***

Adult/Teen African Dance

7:00-8:30pm, $5

Held at: Willie Webb Sr. Park, 3601 NW 21st Street, Lauderdale Lakes FL

Taught by: Trina Soumare and members of Ballet Brika

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*** SATURDAYS ***

African Drum Class by Sebon

5:30-7:30pm

Held at: The Goddess Store, 2017 Harrison St., Hollywood FL 33020

Info: 954-929-2369

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*** SATURDAYS ***

Ballet Brika Youth Company Classes

10:30am-2:30pm

Taught by: Moussa, Trina, and members of Ballet Brika
These classes are for students who are serious about performing with
our pre-professional performance ensemble. These classes include drum,
dance, singing, and theater arts.

Tuition: $35/month

Held at: Willie Webb Sr. Park, 3601 N.W. 21st St., Lauderdale Lakes FL

Info: Renaissance Village Project, Trina 954-687-5789,
thebridgecae@...

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*** SUNDAYS ***

Beginner/Intermediate Darbuka (Dumbek) Drum Classes with Joe Zeytoonian

11am-12noon

Held at: Margate FL

Info: call instructor Joe Zeytoonian for location & fees 954-752-1298,
joe@...

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*** MONDAYS ***

African Djembe and Joun-Joun Classes By Zeva of Venus Rising
(an all-female drum/dance ensemble)

6:30-7:30pm
(Drum class is followed by African dance class accompanied by live
drumming, 7:30-8:30pm)

Always wanted to learn to drum but don't know where to begin? Look no
further! Learn the fundamentals of hand-drumming with a focus on djembe
and junjun drumming. Experience the magic of polyrhythms while studying
traditional West African rhythms. This class is geared towards those who
have little or no prior drumming experience, but also accommodates inter-
mediate players. We cover basics such as: holding and striking a drum
properly, basic coordination drills, easy rhythms, and playing as a group.
Instruments include djembe, junjun, bells, krin, and dumbek.
All levels welcome.

Held at: Lotus Dance Studio, 9117 Taft St. (In the Holiday Plaza), Pembroke
Pines FL, 954-433-3552

Info: 954-791-3886 or 954-701-6652, http://www.venusrising.net,
www.lotusdancestudio.com

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*** MONDAYS ***

Middle-Eastern Dance Class

Intermediate/Advanced Dance - 6:30-7:30pm, with Myriam Eli (of Harmonic
Motion), one class $15, 6-week series $80, 954-755-5146

Beginner Dance - 7:30-8:30pm, with Leilani Mixon, one class $15, 6-week
series $72, 954-309-0255.

Held at: Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Dr. (south of Sample
Rd., north of Royal Palm Blvd.), Studio B, Coral Springs FL

Info: 954-755-5146, myriam@..., www.harmonicmotion.com

Call for info on Leilani's new hula classes.

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*** TUESDAYS ***

Adult West African Percussions (Djembe Lessons)

7:30-9:30pm, $12/class (discount cards available for multiple classes)

Learn authentic Manding style drumming with Master Guinean Percussionist
Moussa Soumah. Mixed-level class. Loaner drums available for class by
advanced request only.

Held at: The Sadkin Community Center, 1176 NW 42nd Way, Lauderhill FL,
across from Lauderhill Mall

Info: Renaissance Village Project, Trina 954-687-5789,
thebridgecae@...

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*** TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAY ***

Darbuka (Dumbek) Lessons by Joe Zeytoonian of Harmonic Motion

Beginner/Intermediate, Tuesday, 6:30-7:30pm
Beginner/Intermediate, Wednesday, 7:00-8:00pm

Held in: Margate FL

Info: 954-755-5146, 954-752-1298, joe@...,
http://www.harmonicmotion.com

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*** SPECIAL FONT FOR WRITING DJEMBE-CENTRIC MUSIC ***

A selfless individual has created the software, and the special font, re-
quired for the djembe notation-writing. To download the freeware font,
a thorough explanation of its use, and some other freeware, go to:
http://www.djembe.net/font-1.shtml



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D. COMMERCIAL ADS
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DRUMS FOR SALE

Close to 100 djembe drums from Ghana avaiable in North Lauderdale FL.
Info: 954-554-5174, Gayelle <latimoun@...>

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DRUM REHEADING AND TUNING AVAILABLE

Jason (The Drum Guy)
Broward County, 954-558-7371, www.thedrumguy.biz, thedrumguy@...



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E. DRUM CIRCLE OPPORTUNITIES
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There are about 38 opportunities to drum/dance each month in our SE
Florida area - from Miami on the south to Stuart on the north!

There are at least 5 drum circles every week - plus 10 that are monthly,
plus 7 every month around the full moon, plus special events!

TO SEE THEM ALL, SUBSCRIBE TO THIS NEWSLETTER, OR CHECK THE MOST RECENT
NEWSLETTER EDITION (ARCHIVED ON OUR WEBSITE):

http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity/

Now there's no excuse not to go drumming/dancing and enjoy the bliss.



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a. DANCING - LESSONS & CLASSES
b. DANCING - PERFORMANCES
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d. DRUM CIRCLES - ETIQUETTE
e. DRUM CIRCLES - LISTED BY DAY OF THE WEEK (Dancers warmly welcome!)

f. DRUMMING - CARE OF YOUR DRUM
g. DRUMMING - HOW TO PLAY A DRUM
h. DRUMMING - INSPIRATIONAL
i. DRUMMING - LESSONS & CLASSES
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