SOUTHEAST FLORIDA DRUM/DANCE CIRCLE NEWSLETTER
BROWARD COUNTY EDITION
Thursday, 1 May 2008

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DRUMMING NEWS:

"There is a new "Drum Circle" themed movie out now titled, 'The Visitor'
that is helping to bring drum circles more into the mainstream. It's
being shown now in theaters."

Here is the official website where you can watch excerpts from various
scenes from the movie: http://thevisitorfilm.com/main.html



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A. SPECIAL SPIRITUAL EVENTS (BLATANT PLUG FOR EVENTS DEAR TO MY HEART)
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None this month


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B. DRUM CIRCLES - SUMMARY FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY - BY DATE
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These are drum circles - classes & performances are listed separately
in section C3 below.

THURSDAY, MAY 1ST
Global Love Day - And Worldwide Drum Vigil
Worldwide locations
http://www.whirlingrainbow.com/howtohost.htm
See details below

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

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 2ND-4TH
Paralounge Drum Gathering
Mayo FL, 3 days, see website for fees
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 3RD (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 3RD (1ST SATURDAY)
Jack & Tarcilia O'Connell's Drum Circle & Sacred Space
Deerfield Beach FL, 7:30-9:30pm, donation requested
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 3RD (SATURDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
New Moon Native American Drum Circle (women only)
Parkland FL, 7:00-9:00pm
See details below

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 3RD-4TH
International Olive Oil Festival (with Sicilian drum circles)
Ft. Lauderdale, Saturday: 11am-11pm; Sunday: 11am-8pm; $15 in
advance, $20 at the event
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 4TH (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00-8:00pm
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 4TH
NewLife Expo - Closing Ceremony with TranceDance & Drum Circle
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 7pm, call or visit website for Expo costs
See details below

TUESDAY, MAY 6TH (1ST TUESDAY)
Goddess Spirit Drum Circle (for men & women)
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm, $5 requested
See details below

TUESDAY, MAY 6TH (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, MAY 7TH (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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 7TH (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

THURSDAY, MAY 8TH (THURSDAY CLOSEST TO NEW MOON)
Crystal Vision - New Moon Drum Circle (women only)
Hollywood FL, 7:30 - 9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 10TH (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 10TH (2ND SATURDAY)
Unity of Hollywood Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 7:00-9:00pm, donation requested
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 11TH (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00-8:00pm
See details below

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH (2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY)
Griffin's Loft Drum Circle
Davie FL, 7:30pm, $10
See details below

FRIDAY, MAY 16TH (1 FRIDAY EACH MONTH)
Whole Foods Community Drum Circle
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 7-9pm, $7 adults, $3 kids age 12 and under
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 17TH (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 18TH (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00-8:00pm
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 18TH (3RD SUNDAY)
Broward Pagan Drum Picnic
Ft. Lauderdale FL, noon-5pm, $1 park fee
See details below

MONDAY, MAY 19TH
Full Moon Drum Circle - On the Beach in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free
See details below

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21ST (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, MAY 22ND (ONE THURSDAY EACH MONTH)
Nature's Emporium Drum Circle
Coral Springs FL, 7:00-9:00pm, $3
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 24TH (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below

SUNDAY, MAY 25TH (EVERY SUNDAY)
Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 2:00-8:00pm
See details below

WEDNESDAY, MAY 28TH (2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY)
Griffin's Loft Drum Circle
Davie FL, 7:30pm, $10
See details below

SATURDAY, MAY 31ST (EVERY SATURDAY)
Broward Drum Circle THIRD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!
Coconut Creek FL, 4:00-6:00pm, free
See details below


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C. DRUM CIRCLES - FULL DETAILS - BROWARD 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, MAY 1ST ***

Global Love Day - And Worldwide Drum Vigil

Share your beautiful love and light with all - consciously and with
intention today and join many across the planet as we love and honor
Mother Earth and all her children. Let peace prevail on Earth, now!

Each host site will follow the film screening with a World Wide Drum-
ming Vigil to consciously focus on love and what it means to practice
love in all areas of our lives. This will send a pulse of Love around
the Earth which will be a beacon to call all Earth's people on the
path of the Heart. Through the heartbeat of the drum we can strengthen
the heart to love unconditionally all year long.

http://www.whirlingrainbow.com/howtohost.htm

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*** FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 2ND-4TH ***

Paralounge Drum Gathering

It's time again for a family re-union. The Paralounge is in a new home
and we're excited to share it with you! We have a great lineup of tal-
ent; we are very honored to have Kevin Locke present. He will present
on Native American, Lakota Nation, indigenous music and tradition. We
have Afro-Carribean music, marimba music, Australian didgeridoo, and
world percussion band music for you. The ensembles are amazing!

1. There are some great workshops for the entire family.
2. The performances are spectacular.
3. The drum circle lasts until dawn!

So bring good intentions and interact with a community of multicultural
drum circle enthusiasts from around the world. Explore the world of in-
digenous music and the cultures that made it possible.

Info: www.paralounge.net for pictures and full details

Held at: The River Rendezvous, Mayo FL
This is a very beautiful campground, directly on the Suwannee River.
There is an awesome fresh water spring on the premises known as Con-
vict Spring. It's pool size and very pristine. The campground of-
fers lodging, primitive camping, and upgraded campsites with electri-
city and water. There are also full RV hook ups.

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*** SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 3RD-4TH ***

International Olive Oil Festival (with Sicilian drum circles)

Saturday: 11am-11pm
Sunday: 11am-8pm

$15 in advance (www.oliveoilfest.com), $20 at the event.

Sicilian drum circles, bellydancers, olive oil tasting competition, free
wine tasting, Mediterranean films, 60 exhibitor booths, live Mediterranean
variety band, Flamenco guitarists, a strolling Italian accordianist, Greek
& Israeli Folk Dancers, bocce ball tourney for cash prizes, book signings,
celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, and much more.

First 500 people get a free gift bag compliments of a gourmet food company.

Held at: In front of the world renowned movie house: Cinema Paradiso, 503
SE 6th St., Ft. Lauderdale FL. Free parking in the Courthouse parking
garage.

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*** SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 3RD-4TH ***

NewLife Expo - Closing Ceremony with TranceDance & Drum Circle

Expo Hours:
Saturday, 10:30am-7:30pm
Sunday, 10:30am-7:00pm

Exhibits, lectures, classes, music, panels, workshops

CLOSING CEREMONY WITH TRANCEDANCE & DRUM CIRCLE - SUNDAY, 7PM

"Purpose of the ceremony – to become one with the Great Spirit and each
other. We drum & dance for meditation, to lose our separation and find
connection. Dancing to the drum is sacred because we connect Earth to
heaven. We drum to become one with the Earth’s vibration. We drum &
dance to go transcend our hearts. We dance to heal or erase negative
thoughts and emotions. We dance to release shame, blame, and guilt and
build conscious intention. We dance to release worry and connect to
the wisdom of our ancestors. We dance to mend the broken heart and
build unconditional love. We dance to release anger and create forgive-
ness. We dance to be free and embrace love. We dance to find peace of
God within." - Melinda Freiman (Earth Trancen’dance) & George Xavier
Love (Drum Meditation)

To attend the closing ceremony, you must purchase at least a day pass
for Sunday for the Expo. Bring your drum and receive $5 off your day
pass.

Info: 800-928-6208

Held at: The Broward Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Ft.
Lauderdale FL

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*** FRIDAY, JUNE 20TH ***

Middle Eastern Drumming Class with Jessie Rogers "Talisen"
(Part of the Tribal Solstice Weekend)

- PLUS -

Drum and Dance Jam

Sponsored by: The Broward County Bellydance Meetup Group

7:30pm, class, $25 in advance, $35 at the door
9pm onward, drum and dance jam, free for class members, $5 for others

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

Info: http://bellydance.meetup.com/234/calendar/7693701/


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C2. DRUMMING/DANCING CIRCLES - REPEATING EVENTS (ALPHABETICALLY)
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*** SATURDAY, MAY 3RD, 10TH, 17TH, 24TH, 31ST ***

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, MAY 18TH ***

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, MAY 8TH ***

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, MAY 21ST ***

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, MAY 7TH ***

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, MAY 4TH, 11TH, 18TH, 25TH ***

Ft. Lauderdale Drum Circle at Birch State Park

Every Sunday, 2:00-8:00pm
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.

"The first drummer who arrives should please pick a spot and drum so
everyone can find each other. We are either at: (1) the large pavilion,
(2) the small pavilion, or (3) on the causeway waterfront."

"Please call ahead so we know how much food to bring or to let us know
that you'll need a drum (we have 20 available) or if you want a free
beginner's hand drum lesson so that we can have an instructor available.
Call from Friday until Sunday 12 noon.

$5 weekly membership dues or $240 a year in advance. You cannot vote
unless you have membership dues paid up. Elections are every July.

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 ADVANCED
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. Bring drum, chair, food, drink. DVD and CD drum
music exchange among all members."

Info: Randy "Atu" Robinson (Coordinator - Americas East Coast Drum Cir-
cle; President - Fort Lauderdale Drum Circle), 954-839-5732
fortlauderdaledrumcircle@...
Or join their discussion list by sending any e-mail to:
FortLauderdaleDrumCircle-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

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*** MONDAY, MAY 19TH ***

Full Moon Drum Circle - On the Beach in Pompano 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, MAY 1ST - 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, MAY 6TH ***

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, MAY 14TH & 28TH ***

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, MAY 7TH ***

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, MAY 3RD ***

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, MAY 22ND ***

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, MAY 6TH ***

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, MAY 3RD ***

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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OF INTEREST TO ALL THREE COUNTIES

*** FRIDAY, JUNE 20TH ***

Tequesta Drum Circle (around a huge bonfire!) -
Spring Equinox and Full Moon Celebration

Every Solstice & Equinox - at the start of each season, 7pm-midnight, $5
entrance fee per adult (kids under 10 free if accompanied by an adult),
fee goes toward event costs (insurance, staffing - hiring park rangers
for the night, etc.).

* 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 9pm). 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
invited 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 permis-
sion! No random photography!

* NO drunkenness or intoxication. Moderate yourselves.

* Recycle. Bins will be provided.

* Information table available for folks wishing to distribute ecological,
holistic, or spiritually-inclined material.

* Publisher'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 sea-
son - the solstices and equinoxes), bringing together drummers and danc-
ers 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 Foley 954-655-7182, SpelCastor <spelcastor@...>,
Sophia Letourneau <sophialinus@...>

* 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, MAY 10TH ***

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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*** FRIDAY, MAY 16TH ***

Whole Foods Community Drum Circle

One Friday each month (March 7, April 18, May 16), 7-9pm, $7 adults,
$3 kids age 12 and under

Stressed out? Let it out! Express yourself through Recreational Music
Making! Come, have fun, connect with others, drum and dance your stress
away! All ages welcome, please bring your drum or percussion instru-
ments; there are a limited number of extras available. No prior music
experience necessary. This circle is held indoors, so it happens rain
or shine.

Our first circle at this location was March 7th. We had 11 adults and 2
kids ages 2 and 5. Everyone had a chance to play the new Pentatonic Joia
Tube set, the tongue drum, the log drum, and the Hawaiian Hula Pahu bass
drum. We drummed, danced, did a little body percussion, & even a bit of
rap. We had a blast!

Info & RSVP: If you know you are coming, please e-mail or call; this
helps me know how much I might need to set-up. Debra Anderson,
namastedla@..., 954-292-1087 cell, 954-567-3204 home

Held at: Whole Foods Market Lifestyle Center, 2000 N. Federal Hwy., Ft.
Lauderdale FL, 954-565-4138

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Wilton Manors Community Drum Circle - CANCELLED

Will be replaced by a drum circle at the Starbucks outside patio
in Wilton Manors soon. Stay tuned...


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*** FRIDAY, MAY 2ND ***

Sabar Drum Camp & Dance Workshop with Malik Faye

Drum Camp: 7-8pm
Dance Workshop: 8-9pm

$12 total

Malik Faye is a master African drummer and dancer

Held at: The City of Lauderhill Sadkin Center, 1176 NW 42nd Way,
Lauderhill FL

Info: 305-807-0398

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*** SATURDAY, MAY 3RD ***

Dance Workshop with Malik Faye

4-5:30pm

Malik Faye is a master African drummer and dancer

Held at: Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St., Hollywood FL,

Info: 305-807-0398

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*** SATURDAY, MAY 3RD ***

Earth Transcen'dance with Melinda Freiman

The Saturday before or on every new Moon, 7:45pm-10:00pm; $20 in advance;
$25 at the door; 10% goes to a charity of the month. (Pay via Paypal to
Melinda@... or at www.yoga1.net)

"This soulful journey is a guided night of healing dance, yoga, & medi-
tation to your own vibrations and the rhythm of nature's heartbeat!"
"Transcend your heart, through movement art...
Release your fear, and what you'll hear...
Peace is within you, Joy is within you, Freedom is within you,
Love is within you, All you seek is within you..."

Led by: Melinda Freiman, Earth Transcen’dance Facilitator, Cert. Core
Life Coach, & IKYTA Cert. Kundalini Yoga Teacher, 305-527-7774,
www.acorelifecoach.com, www.earthtranscendance.com
Drummer: Dr. George Love, Dr. of Oriental Medicine, Chi Gong Master,
Master Herbalist, Acupuncture Physician

Bring: water & wear comfortable clothes.

Please RSVP to Melinda: 305-527-7774

Held at: Yoga 1, 613 N. 21st Ave., Hollywood FL, 954-929-YOGA,
www.yoga1.net

Directions:
1. Take I-95
2. Exit Hollywood Blvd. east and eventually go around City Hall circle.
3. Turn left (north) immediately after the Dixie Hwy. railroad tracks
onto North 21st Ave.
4. Go 5 blocks; they're on the right side between Pierce & Buchanan Sts.

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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 ***

Roots and Culture Dance Ensemble African and Caribbean Dance Class

7:30-9pm

Held at: Joseph C. Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale FL,

Info: Penny, 305-318-2850

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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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*** SATURDAY-SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH-13TH, 2008 ***

International Belly Dance Cruise on the Carnival Liberty

With instructors: Samantha Riggs, Kami Liddle, Ava Fleming (e-mail or
call for detailed bios). Sails from the Port of Miami FL, with stops
in Grand Cayman, Cozumel, and Ocho Rios, and 3 full days of dance work-
shops (beginner and more advanced tracks).

Costs per person: $1238.00-$1488.00 (e-mail/call for details). Price
includes cruise, food & entertainment, port charges, government taxes
and fees, on-board gratuities, all belly dance workshops on board ship,
Wednesday night dance party, & Friday night hafla show (watch or parti-
cipate). Airfare to Miami, and transport to and from the airport, is
not included, but can be arranged for you. Please reserve your cabin
early - space is limited.

Info: Cathi at Destiny Travel & Group Tours, 354 E. Main St., East Pales-
tine, OH, 330-426-3656, fax 412-291-1306, destinytravel@...

All US Citizens are required to present a valid US passport for travel
to the Caribbean in 2008 - birth certificates are no longer acceptable.
For additional information, please visit: www.travel.state.gov


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D. ADS/NOTICES
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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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WELLNESS WEBSITE NEEDS QUOTES FROM DRUMMERS

I am building a wellness website...trance dance is included. Naturally
drumming has a huge part in it. I am looking for a few drummers to share
their drum journeys in a couple of lines that will be quoted. What if
feels like to drum, the connective or spiritual experiences in lifting
consciousness through resonance, about dancers and rhythm, etc...

Thanks

In Lighted Companionship,

Alisa Battaglia
innerdiamond@...

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VOLUNTEER TO RUN KIRTAN CALENDAR

Seeking a volunteer to promote kirtan by any/all artists in South Florida.
Individual should be capable of learning to create an e-mail list and
maintaining a calendar that announces events. Individual does NOT need
to organize events, just distribute e-mails announcing them - approxi-
mately 3-4 hours per month. Rewards are intangible, but priceless.
Prior experience with Meetup.com, Yahoo Groups, or similar application
is helpful, but not required. Assitance in learing skills can be pro-
vided.

For more details contact Jonaca <trancedancetribe@...>

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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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TAKING ORDERS FOR BRINGING BACK DRUMS FROM AFRICA

Since I've gotten so many requests to bring drums back from Africa, I'm
taking instrument orders again. The catch is although Moussa and I will
have the instruments hand made under his (and my) watchful eye, I will
still have to have them shipped back to the U.S.

The whole process including collecting your deposit and actually making
the instruments available to you will take about 4-5 weeks. Deposits of
2/3 the cost of your order need to be paid before April 28th.

We will be building professional quality instruments in Senegal (Sabar,
Kutiro and Djembe) and Guinea (Djembe, Djun Djun, etc.). If you want
fabric, clothing, or drum accessories, you will need to pay in full before
we leave.

(Advance order) prices:

Hand-made djembe's - $200-$250 (a name can be engraved on your drum)
Djun djun's - $500 for a set of three
Sabar - $250 a piece (regardless of size) and $1,000 per set of five
Kutiro - TBA
Professional Guinean Balafons - $250-$350
I can also get gongomas, bolongs, etc.

Please note that we may possibly purchase extra instruments to sell
when we return. The prices, however, will be higher.

Info: Trina Soumare, thebridgecae@..., 954-687-5789,
www.balletbrika.com


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E. DRUM CIRCLE OPPORTUNITIES
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There are about 60 opportunities to drum/dance each month in our SE
Florida area - from Miami on the south to Stuart on the north! Some
are weekly, some monthly, some center around the full or new Moons,
some come only at the beginning of each season...
Some are indoors, some outdoors, some have bonfires, some are jam ses-
sions (African, Latin, Middle-Eastern, World beats), some are Native
American flavored, some are anarchistic and leaderless, some have clear
structure and leadership...

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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You'll find useful drumming and dancing resources at:

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

a. DANCING - LESSONS & CLASSES
b. DANCING - PERFORMANCES
c. DANCING - RESOURCES & LINKS (for belly dancers)

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
j. DRUMMING - PERFORMANCES - REGULAR (WEEKLY)
k. DRUMMING - RESOURCES & LINKS


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Michael
Publisher: Southeast Florida Drum Circle Newsletter
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