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FULL MOON - AND - SUMMER SOLSTICE
SPECIAL EDITION
Tuesday, 17 June 2008
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FULL MOON - AND - SUMMER SOLSTICE
SPECIAL EDITION
Tuesday, 17 June 2008
Offered to you by the Southeast Florida Drum Circle Community
Michael Dean Goodman, Coordinator, 561-350-3930
SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity-owner@yahoogroups.com
This newsletter now reaches about 3000 people!
VISIT OUR YAHOO GROUP WEB PAGE
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity
Free monthly drum circle newsletter
Lists of drumming & dancing teachers, classes, performances, vendors
Educational & inspirational materials about drumming & dancing
Links to other drumming/dancing resources
The Full Moon for this area is Wednesday, June 18th (at 12:32pm).
There are numerous local full Moon drum circles (most on the 18th, one on the 17th), so
there is probably one close to you.
The Summer Solstice for this area is Friday, June 20th (at 6:59pm).
There is a huge Solstice drum circle for the whole area in Ft. Lauderdale on Friday the 20th,
and a Pagan celebration on Saturday the 21st.
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1. FULL MOON & SUMMER SOLSTICE DRUM CIRCLES - QUICK SUMMARY
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PALM BEACH COUNTY - FULL MOON
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Palm Beach County Full Moon Drum Circle
Lake Worth FL, 8:00-11:00pm (or later - till they shut the park), free
HELD RAIN OR SHINE (UNDER THE BIG PAVILION ROOF IF RAINING)
See details below
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Juno Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free
HELD RAIN OR SHINE (AT A NEARBY PARK SHELTER IF RAINING)
See details below
BROWARD COUNTY - FULL MOON
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Broward Full Moon Drum Circle
Pompano Beach FL, 8pm (or Moonrise) till 1am, free
HELD RAIN OR SHINE (UNDER THE PAVILION IF RAINING)
See details below
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm, for men & women, free
See details below
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY - FULL MOON
TUESDAY, JUNE 17TH - the night before the full Moon!
Miami Beach Full Moon EVE Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, 8:30pm (or earlier) till "very late", free
See details below
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, 9:30 or 10:00pm (or earlier) till "very late", free
See details below
ALL COUNTIES - SUMMER SOLSTICE
FRIDAY, JUNE 20TH
Tequesta Bonfire Drum Circle - Summer Solstice Gathering
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 8pm-1am, $5 adults (kids under 10 free)
See details below
SATURDAY, JUNE 21ST
2. Summer Solstice Sun Celebration (Pagan Community)
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 7pm, free
See details below
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2. FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLES - FULL DETAILS
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PALM BEACH COUNTY
1. Palm Beach County Full Moon Drum Circle (Lake Worth Beach)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Monthly on the night of the full Moon, Lake Worth FL, 8-11pm (or later - till they close the park),
free (except for parking meters)
"For the Lunar eclipse in February we had over 160 people. Generally we have 80+ drummers,
dancers, fire-performers, and quiet on-lookers. This has become a wonderful 'tribal' celebration,
the perfect confluence of the 5 elements - soft sand underfoot (Earth/smell), gently-lapping waves
(water/taste), full Moon reflecting the Sun (fire/sight), soft ocean breezes (air/touch), and enchant-
ing rhythms (space/hearing) - this is sub-tropical South Florida at its finest. Come join us - don't
miss this gathering!"
Held: On the beach just north of the Lake Worth Ocean Pier, at the back of the park, Lake Ave. at
A1A, Lake Worth FL
Notes:
a. The park officially closes at 11pm, although rarely does anyone come around to enforce that.
b. Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler months - dress accordingly.
c. THIS EVENT HAPPENS RAIN OR SHINE - in case of rain, or if it gets too windy on the beach,
we drum/dance under the huge picnic shelter (pavilion) in the same park, 100 yds. west of the
beach - you drive past it on your left after you've entered the park. It's well-protected by a hill
from the ocean wind.
d. Fire-performers are welcome to perform right in the drum circle.
e. Dancers of all styles and experience levels are warmly welcome to improvise to the drumming,
to request particular rhythms, and to interact with the drummers.
Info: Michael Dean Goodman, tantra@..., 561-350-3930
Directions:
A. From I-95:
- Southbound
1. Exit 10th Ave. North - eastbound
2. Turn right (south) on Dixie Hwy (US1) or Federal Hwy.
3. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave.
4. See 5-10 below
- Northbound
1. Exit 6th Ave. South - eastbound
2. Turn left (north) on Dixie Hwy (US1) or Federal Hwy.
3. Turn right (east) on Lake Ave.
4. See 5-10 below
B. From the Florida Turnpike:
1. Exit Lake Worth Rd. east
2. Eventually it turns into Lake Ave.
3. See 5-10 below
C. In every case:
5. Cross the Intercoastal Waterway going east
6. Cross A1A
7. Enter the park & bear right (the road makes a large counterclockwise circle)
8. Go all the way around the back, and just past the Ocean Pier
9. Park just north of the pier
10. Parking costs $1/hr. till midnight - pay at the central meters & put the receipt on your
dashboard. Parking tickets cost $20-25.
2. Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle (Juno Beach)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Monthly on the night of the full Moon, Juno Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free
Hosted by: Til Eulenspiegel and the Merry Pranksters
Info: Bob, xondur@...
Note: Joe & Jay (The Beat Bombers) no longer organize this event.
Directions:
1. From I-95
2. Take the Donald Ross Rd. exit (#83) east
3. Turn left (north) on A1A
4. Go 1 mile north of the Juno Beach fishing pier (or 2 miles south of Indiantown Rd.) - at board-
walk #11 (numbers are on the shower poles)
5. Look for tiki torches and/or a fire on the beach to your right.
In case of foul weather the event moves to the newly-completed park under the East end of the
Indiantown Road Bridge, accessed from the west side of Rt. 1 both north and south of the east end
of the bridge. This is not walking distance from the beach - please drive to the alternate location.
BROWARD COUNTY
1. Broward Full Moon Drum Circle (Pompano Beach)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Monthly on the night of the full Moon, Pompano Beach FL, 8pm (or Moonrise) till 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 rest-
rooms available. "No Alcohol - No Drugs - No Fire! - or we risk losing this location!"
Held: 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 starting at 8pm.
IN CASE OF RAIN - WE'RE UNDER THE PAVILION NORTH OF THE PIER.
Info: Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, Debe24@...,
http://www.hometown.aol.com/debe24/myhomepage/profile.html;
Sophia <sophialinus@...>, 954-984-4183
2. Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Drum Circle
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21ST
Usually the Wednesday closest to the full moon, 7:30-9:00pm, free, for men and women
Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms through drumming and chanting.
Discover what the ancients knew and modern scientific studies are now revealing - that there
is tremendous healing power in the strong, steady vibration of the drum. Tuning into this re-
sounding 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. [Native American flavor]
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 mluria@... and Rose Robertson light8181@...
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
1. Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH
Monthly on the night of the full Moon, Miami Beach FL, free
Time: (there is some controversy) - some say that it starts at 9:30 or 10pm, others say 8 or 8:30pm.
It continues till "very late".
Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler months - dress accordingly.
Held at:
"The public announcements for the Full Moon Eve and Full Moon Night drum circles were stopped
because the rave/wild beach party atmosphere that had developed, including large numbers of young
people and alcohol/drugs, drew the attention of the local authorities, and caused arrests and closing
of some drum circles by the police." "This does not mean that the drum circles have stopped. They
are just not being publicly advertised. People are getting in touch with each other directly and going
out to drum at various different places on Miami Beach on the Full Moon Eve, the Full Moon Night,
and even the New Moon Night." "Sometimes we use the open discussion site [listed below] to coordi-
nate, but mostly we just call each other by phone."
For the most up-to-date info on where they plan to gather this month, go to the website/discussion
group below, or contact Mark Richards or any other Miami area drummer that is 'in the loop'.
For June - Mark reports that folks may meet at the beach at 75th and Collins (A1A).
Info: Mark R. Richards <bloodthump@...>, or subscribe to The Miami Beach Full Moon Drum
Circle discussion group: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiBeachFullMoonDrumCircle
Here's a link to a locally produced documentary on the 85th street drum circle on the beach:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdxCMaUpiOI
2. Miami Beach Full Moon EVE Drum Circle
TUESDAY, JUNE 17TH
Monthly on the night BEFORE the full Moon, Miami Beach FL, free
Time: (there is some controversy) - some say that it starts at 8 or 8:30pm, others say 8:30pm.
It continues till "very late".
Held at: Please read the discussion about the Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle above. The
same information applies here as well.
For June - Mark reports that folks may meet at the beach at 75th and Collins (A1A).
Some good drummers come the night BEFORE the full moon to avoid the chaos of the full moon
drum circle. Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler months - dress accordingly.
Info: Mark R. Richards <bloodthump@...>, or subscribe to The Miami Beach Full Moon Drum
Circle discussion group: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiBeachFullMoonDrumCircle
3. Full Moon Party - Tobacco Road Drum Circle & Music Jam
NO LONGER BEING HELD
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3. SUMMER SOLSTICE DRUM CIRCLES - FULL DETAILS
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1. Tequesta Bonfire Drum Circle - Summer Solstice Gathering
FRIDAY, JUNE 20TH
Held every Solstice & Equinox - at the start of each season, Ft. Lauderdale FL, 8pm-1am, $5 en-
trance fee per adult (kids under 10 free), fee goes toward event costs (insurance, staffing - hiring
park rangers for the night, etc.).
Includes:
1. A large bonfire with great live drumming and dancing
2. An (optional) potluck snack buffet - if you plan to partake, please bring a snack or drink to share
3. A brief Nature-centered ceremony to welcome in the season (at about 10pm): a poetry reading
by authors of Lavender Writes, poetry to Nature, and other spoken words.
4. Performers are very welcome
5. Seasonal community altar - to collectively charge any items you wish to bring. (Be sure to
remember to take your items home!)
This is a primitive camp setting, with outhouse-style bathrooms. Come picnic style - bring water,
snacks, citronella (for the bugs), seating or blanket, drums or other rhythm-makers, your bright
smiles and good energy.
"People of all life-affirming spiritual and philosophical paths are invited to come together under the
beautiful canopy of the sky, in a reserved '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 evolution, 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 remember that legacy. Ce-
remonial dress is welcomed, but not required."
"This is a family-oriented celebration for those who hold the importance of our relationship to our
home planet, the Earth. Come be a part of the celebration, look up into the night sky, breathe, and
remember 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 com-
plex 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."
Guidelines:
1. No photography!
2. No intoxication (alcohol or drugs). Be responsible; be respectful. Police are on-site.
3. Recycle. Bins will be provided. Please bring biodegradable products.
4. Ecological and holistic materials welcome to be distributed at the entrance table.
5. Fire-performers must get permission from Ranger Mark Foley before lighting up.
Newsletter Publisher's note:
This is one of the biggest and best drum circles in our area. It only happens four times a year (at
the changes of season - the solstices and equinoxes), bringing together drummers and dancers
from five counties for one big unified celebration. Don't miss it! You don't have to be a good danc-
er or drummer - everyone is lovingly welcomed and appreciated. You can drum (or play any per-
cussion gadget that you have), dance, or just watch and socialize.
Hosted by: Moon Path Circle, Inc., http://moonpathcircle.org/tequesta.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 33304,
954-468-2791, 954-564-4521, http://www.floridastateparks.org/hughtaylorbirch/
Directions:
1. Take I-95
2. Exit east on Sunrise Blvd.
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 "Primitive Camp Area - Tequesta
Bonfire Stone Circle"
2. Summer Solstice Sun Celebration (Pagan Community)
SATURDAY, JUNE 21ST
Held every Solstice - at the start of Winter & Summer, Ft. Lauderdale FL, 7pm, free.
The public is invited to attend the Summer Solstice Sun Celebration which will conform to, and
celebrate, the Ancient Tradition. There will be drumming, dancing, chanting, and feasting. Feel
free to come dressed in Garb or Costume. Anyone interested in participating is welcome.
Bring your drums and percussion instruments, as well as food and drink to share for the feast
before the Celebration.
Please bring canned or non-perishable food items, clothing, or cash gift, to be donated to the
Cooperative Feeding Program of Broward County.
Hosted by: The Moon Path Chapter of Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans (CUUPS)
Held at: The Unitarian Universalist Church of Ft. Lauderdale, 3970 NW 21st Ave. (between Com-
mercial and Oakland Park), Ft. Lauderdale FL 33309, 954-484-6734.
For more info on this event, and Pagan activities:
http://MoonPathCUUPS.org
http://geocities.com/moonpathcuups/Litha.html
http://geocities.com/moonpathcuups/LithaFlyer.html
This year the Summer Solstice is 6:59pm on June 20th, when the Sun enters zero degrees
Cancer. The full moon in June is known as the 'Mead Moon' or the 'Honey Moon' due to the
traditional activities of gathering the honey, which was used to make honey mead. June is also
the favorite month in which to be married, hence the term of going on a 'honeymoon.' The
Summer Soltice is the first day of Summer and marks the division of the year and the peak
power of the Sun. Just as the light or waxing half of the year began at the Winter Solstice with
the longest night, the dark or waning half of the year begins now at the Summer Solstice with
the longest day. The Summer Soltice name of 'Litha' is a modern usage, based on a Saxon
word that means the opposite of Yule (Winter solstice). June was perhaps named after the
Roman Junius Brutus, or was named in honor of the goddess of marriage and childbirth, Juno.
Juno was the wife of Jupiter, known as Hera to the Greeks, and as Saturnia to the Romans.
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4. DRUM CIRCLE OPPORTUNITIES
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There are about 50 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 are monthly, some happen on the full or
new Moons, some are special one-time events.
TO SEE THEM ALL, SUBSCRIBE TO THIS NEWSLETTER. Just send any e-mail to:
SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Now there's no excuse not to go drumming/dancing and enjoy the bliss!
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Namaste,
Michael
Publisher: Southeast Florida Drum Circle Newsletter
SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity-owner@yahoogroups.com
561-350-3930
Dr. Michael Dean Goodman
The PremYoga Center, Co-Director (http://www.PremYoga.com)
PARA - The Center for Realization, Director
The Relationship Institute, Director
Boca Raton and West Palm Beach Florida
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