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<> <> APRIL FULL MOON EDITION <> <> Published: Wednesday, 8 April 2009 <> <> 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 drummers & dancers! <> <> VISIT OUR YAHOO GROUP WEB PAGE FOR: <> http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity <> Free monthly SE Florida Drum Circle Newsletters via e-mail <> Lists of drumming & dancing teachers and vendors <> Educational & inspirational materials about drumming & dancing <> Links to other drumming/dancing resources on the web <> Photos from many drum circles in our local area <> |
Full Moon for our area is: Thursday, April 9th, at 10:56am.
There are various full Moon drum circles - so there's pro-
bably one close to you.
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FULL MOON CIRCLES - QUICK SUMMARY
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PALM BEACH & MARTIN COUNTIES
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THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Palm Beach County Full Moon Drum Circle
(Lake Worth Beach)
Lake Worth FL, 8pm-midnight, free (except parking meters)
Held rain or shine (we're under the big pavilion roof if it's raining,
or too windy).
See details below
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH
Sunsport Gardens Bonfire Drum Circle
"By the Light of the Full Moon"
Loxahatchee FL, drum circle: 8:30pm-midnight, after-the-drum-
circle party: midnight-2am, free - hosted by the Florida Young
Naturists
See details below
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH
Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
(Juno Beach)
Juno Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free - hosted by Joe & Jay (The
Beat Bombers)
See details below
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BROWARD COUNTY
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THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Hollywood Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 7:00-11:30pm, free
See details below
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Broward Full Moon Drum Circle
(Pompano Beach)
Pompano Beach FL, 8:15pm-1:15am, free
In case of rain or cold weather they'll be under the pavillion.
See details below
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH
Essential Complementary Wellness Center -
Full Moon Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm, donation welcome
See details below
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH
Miami Beach Full Moon EVE Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, 8:30 or 9:00pm till midnight or 1:00am, free
See details below
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, after 9:00pm till around 1:00am, free
See details below
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Chakra Cleansing Full Moon Drum Circle
(Used to be called Unity on the Bay)
Miami FL, 7:00-9:00pm, $10 'love offering'
See details below
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
Moonchine Full Moon Party (& Drum Circle)
Miami FL, 8pm onward, free
See details below (see reviewer's comments)
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FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLES - FULL DETAILS
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PALM BEACH & ST. LUCIE COUNTIES
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Palm Beach County Full Moon Drum Circle
(Lake Worth Beach)
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH • 8PM-MIDNIGHT
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon
Free (except for parking meters)
This is the original Palm Beach County Full Moon Drum
Circle; it's been going on for over a decade. Come be
part of the 'tribe' - tune in, connect, let the rhythm move
you. It's a community-building tradition!
We've been having 100-150 people show up. Recently we
had over a dozen fire-spinners - what a sight! This is won-
derful 'tribal' celebration, with drummers, dancers, fire-per-
formers, and quiet on-lookers. People remark that it's the
perfect confluence of the 5 elements - soft sand underfoot
(Earth/smell), gently-lapping ocean waves (water/taste), full
Moon overhead reflecting the Sun (fire/sight), soft ocean
breezes (air/touch), & enchanting rhythms (space/hearing).
This is sub-tropical South Florida at its finest. Please come
join us - don't miss this gathering!
NEW: Photos of the Feb. 2009 full Moon drum circle, taken by
David J. Smith, are posted at:
http://djcsmith.smugmug.com/gallery/7322082_fKCHD#471057895_Ks2Qd
INFO
Dr. Michael Dean Goodman (event coordinator),
tantra@..., 561-350-3930
HELD AT
The Lake Worth Municipal Beach, just north of the Lake Worth
Ocean Pier, at the back of Barton Park, Lake Ave. at A1A,
Lake Worth FL
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 Barton Park & bear right (thE road makes a large
counter-clockwise circle)
8. Go all the way around the back, & 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, al-
though not often handed out, do cost around $25.
POINTS SPECIFIC TO THIS DRUM CIRCLE:
(a) The park officially closes at midnight, but this is loosely en-
forced by the Lake Worth Police - sometimes earlier, some-
times later. When the police car announces that the park is
closed, please pack up & leave quickly, so that we continue
to be welcome there.
(b) 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 pic-
nic shelter (pavilion) in the same park, 100 yds. west of the
beach - you drive past it on your left 100 yds. after you enter
the park. It's well-protected by a hill from the ocean wind.
(c) Remember, it can be chilly and/or windy on the beach dur-
ing the cooler months - dress accordingly.
(d) The rules of Lake Worth prohibit alcohol or drug use or pos-
session on the beach or in the park. For the good of the
drumming/dancing community, please don't jeapordize our
use of this unique location.
(e) Also, to maintain the mutually-respectful, harmonious,
community spirit of this drum circle, please drum close
to the other drummers; listen to and cooperate with what
others are playing; don't use the drum circle to show off,
grandstand, or solo; stop drumming when the bulk of the
group stops; allow a minute of silence between rhythms;
if you start a new rhythm, make sure it's significantly dif-
ferent from what's already been played that night; be aware
that it's not necessary to fill up every space in the rhythm
with sound - the empty spaces create the 'personality';
only play big drums or penetrating instruments (cow bells,
etc.) if you have a good sense of rhythm, persistance
enough to keep your part going thru the whole rhythm,
and don't have a tendency to drag the beat; listen quietly
during group announcements; keep your announcements
on topic - only drumming or dancing related events; respect
the traditions and leadership of the group; and look out for
the welfare of the group and the event.
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Sunsport Gardens Bonfire Drum Circle
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH • 8:30PM-MIDNIGHT
After-the-drum-circle party - poolside - midnight-2am.
"Drum & dance by the light of the Moon." - sponsored by the
Florida Young Naturists: www.floridayoungnaturists.com
Admission to Sunsport Gardens is free after 5pm on drum
circle nights.
Drumming occurs around a big bonfire outdoors in the special
drum circle clearing by the lake. In rainy weather, they drum
inside a building next to the pool.
Restaurant open 8am-8pm. Tent sites and cabins also avail-
able for overnight or longer stays.
INFO
800-551-7217, 561-793-0423,
frontdesk@...
http://www.sunsportgardens.com/
HELD AT
Sunsport Gardens, 14125 North Road, Loxahatchee FL
NOTES
1. Sunsport is a clothing-optional community, a family naturist
resort founded in 1965.
Nudity is completely optional; many drummers/dancers re-
main clothed, but some nudity will be present; the atmosphere
is respectful. Some adults bring their children.
2. To enter Sunsport's grounds, you must show a photo ID and
sign in.
3. Before or after the drum circle, you may use the 85-degree
swimming pool, 104-degree hottub (seats 15), or sauna -
please bring your own towel. Nudity is required (and quite
natural) in these pool/hottub/sauna facilities.
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 & E Road - 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 thru the security gate & continue down the entry road
b. Bear right at the 1st opportunity, stop at the security trailer
on your left to check in
c. Then bear right around the island & 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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Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
(Juno Beach)
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH • 8PM-1AM
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon (or the night before or
after, if it conflicts with their Thursday night gig at Cruzan Rum
Bar, or any other professional gig).
Free
HOSTED BY
Joe & Jay - The Beat Bombers
http://www.myspace.
http://soulcyphermusic.com
INFO
Joseph Bugler (Joe), JupiterDrummer@...,
561-691-9432
HELD AT
Juno Beach, on A1A (1 mile north of Juno Beach Pier), at
boardwalk #11, Juno Beach FL
DIRECTIONS
1. Take I-95
2. From I-95 northbound: exit Donald Ross Rd. eastbound
Turn left (north) onto A1A
Go 1 mile north of the Juno Beach fishing pier
3. From I-95 southbound: exit at Indiantown Rd. eastbound
Turn right (south) onto A1A
Go 2 miles south
4. Look for boardwalk #11 (numbers are on the shower poles)
5. After walking down the steps to the beach, look for tiki
torches and/or a fire on the beach to your right.
FOUL-WEATHER ALTERNATE LOCATION
The park under the east end of Indiantown Rd. Bridge
This is not walking distance from the beach - please drive.
DIRECTIONS TO ALTERNATE LOCATION
1. From the main Juno Beach location, go 2 miles north on A1A
2. Turn left (west) on Indiantown Rd.
3. At the intersection with Rt. 1 you're at the east end of the
Indiantown Rd. bridge
4. Turn either direction (left or right) onto Rt. 1
5. On the west side of Rt. 1 turn into the park entrances
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BROWARD COUNTY
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Broward Full Moon Drum Circle
(Pompano Beach)
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH • 8:15PM-1:15AM
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon
Free (unless you park at a meter)
Established 1995 in Ft. Lauderdale. Moved to Pompano Beach
in late 2007. 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.
Drums & other instruments are welcome.
"No alcohol, drugs, or 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.), Pom-
pano Beach FL. Take the walking path to the beach just north
of the pier. Free parking at the lot across the street to the west
starting at 8pm. In case of rain or cold weather - they'll be under
the pavilion near the street, north of the pier at NW 3rd St.
Info:
Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, Debe24@...,
www.geocities.com/browarddrumcircle/FullMoon.html,
Sophia, sophialinus@..., 954-984-4183
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Essential Complementary Wellness Center -
Full Moon Drum Circle
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH • 7:30-9:00PM
Held on the Wednesday closest to the full Moon
Donation welcome.
Experience a renewed connection to your innermost rhythms
through drumming and chanting. Using Native American frame
drums, 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 resounding energy can help re-balance the body and spirit
and provide a sacred and unique avenue for prayer and com-
munity. Drums & rattles provided, but you're welcome to bring
your own.
Led by:
Mayra Luria mluria@...
and Rose Robertson light8181@...
Held at:
Essential Complementary Wellness Center, 2104 N. Federal
Hwy., Suite A (corner of Lee, parking in rear), Hollywood FL,
954-921-7808
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Hollywood Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH • 7:00-11:30PM
Held monthly near the full Moon night
Free
"Due to the noise of the Hollywood Beach Bandshell, and advice
I received from a fellow drummer, I thought it would be a good
idea to move the full Moon circle further down the beach. The
management at Ocean's Eleven On The Beach was kind enough
to let us drum right across the boardwalk from their establish-
ment! They will also allow us to use their restrooms and park
in their lot for free. In return for their kindness, I would advise
at least purhasing a soda to show some love." - Kirsten
"Bring your children, any instrument, and good vibes! The
weather is going to be gorgeous, so let's drum, dance & jam
under the beautiful Moon!" - Kirsten
Info:
Kirsten Porter-McLaughlin <naughtygirl.k@...>,
651-808-3400,
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SouthFloridaDrumCircles
http://fullmoonhollywood.t35.com/
Held at:
On the beach, Scott St. and North Surf Rd., at the lifeguard
stand across the boardwalk from Ocean's Eleven on the
Beach, Hollywood FL 33019
Directions:
From Sheridan St., go south on A1A, turn left on Scott St.,
park in the big lot on the right, next to Ocean's Eleven.
From Hollywood Blvd., go north on A1A, turn right on Scott St.,
park in the big lot on the right, next to Ocean's Eleven.
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Chakra Cleansing Full Moon Drum Circle
(Used to be called Unity on the Bay - Full Moon Drum Circle)
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH • 7:00-9:00PM
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon
$10 'love offering'
This drum circle began in April 2008.
"We meet in a church, have a spiritually-flavored drum circle,
and therefore have a zero tolerance drug and alcohol scene.
We create a safe space for all to enjoy. We know that drum-
ming on its own creates a healing, natural vibration, which
opens up the 7 chakrs, making them receptive to the healing
vibrational therapy administered by Jude and Carlos through
their use of Native American frame drums, shamanic-influenc-
ed medicinal drum beats, & fragrant herbs. We are successful
in cleansing blocking toxins by opening these 7 chakras. All
musical instruments are welcome, as are all rhythms for our
interactive healing musical experience. The vitality derived
from our vibrational therapy can be felt for up to 72 hours after
your first 2-hour experience. This is divinely powerful; don't
miss it!" Bring beach chairs or cushions to sit on.
Coordinated by:
Carlos Manuel Planas and Jude Byrne.
Info:
Carlos: 305-331-1025, carlosdrums@...;
Jude: 305-812-5473,
info@..., www.awesomeheartbeat.com
Held at:
Unity on the Bay Church, 411 NE 21st St., Miami FL, near Bis-
cayne Bay
Directions:
1. Take Biscayne Blvd.
2. Turn east on 22nd St.
3. Go 1/2 block to the big parking lot on your right near the Bay.
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Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH
AFTER 9:00PM TILL AROUND 1:00AM
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon
Free
Held at:
"The public announcements for the Full Moon Eve & Full Moon
Night drum circles were stopped because the rave or wild beach
party atmosphere that had developed, including large numbers
of young people & alcohol/drugs, drew the attention of the local
authorities, and caused arrests and closing of some drum cir-
cles by the police." Because of this, for a while, the drum cir-
cles were not being so widely & publicly advertised. People
were 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.
Now various public discussions are occuring again [see info
sources below], and 79th St. at Collins/A1A has become the
principle location.
Info:
A. Mark Richards <bloodthump@...>, 786-515-3683
B. The Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiBeachFullMoonDrumCircle
[Editor's note: this group has only 46 members & has had only
1 message posted in the past 2.5 months (as of 8 April 2009).
It seems dormant.]
C. The Miami Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiDrum
[464 members, and about 44 messages per month - editor]
Here's a link to a locally produced documentary on the old 85th
street drum circle on the beach:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdxCMaUpiOI
Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler
months - dress accordingly.
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Miami Beach Full Moon EVE Drum Circle
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH • 8:30PM TILL AROUND 1:00AM
Held monthly on the night BEFORE the full Moon
Free
Held at:
Please read the discussion about the Miami Beach Full Moon
Drum Circle above. The same information applies here as well.
Info:
A. Mark Richards <bloodthump@...>, 786-515-3683
B. The Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiBeachFullMoonDrumCircle
[Editor's note: this group has only 46 members & has had only
1 message posted in the past 2.5 months (as of 8 April 2009).
It seems dormant.]
C. The Miami Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiDrum
[464 members, and about 44 messages per month - editor]
D. Jenny: giving info, and taking RSVP's, via her facebook page:
www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=74325147202&mid=42055eG2bb36990G173d81eG7
She lists the event as ending at midnight.
E. Cleric FireDancer: giving info thru his Fire Wire newsletter.
Write Julian@..., or visit www.clericfiredancer.com
He lists the following details for this event:
1. 9pm-midnight (or later)
2. Family friendly till 10:30pm
3. Fire performers begin at 10-ish.
4. Brings blankets, snacks/drinks, musiccal instruments, danc-
ing gear, friends, families, layers of clothing, cameras, good
cheer
5. Be very quiet as you approach/leave the beach. People live
nearby and noisy pedestrians encourage noise complaints
to the police.
6. Leave the beach as you find it - trash-free.
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Moonchine Full Moon Party (with Drum Circle)
THURSDAY, APRIL 9TH • 8:00PM ONWARD
Held monthly on the night of the full Moon
Free
Inside: sushi, drink specials, kareoke
Outside: drum circle around the fire on the back patio
Held at:
Moonchine Asian Bistro, 7100 Biscayne Blvd., Miami FL
One experienced drummer reported about his experience
in July 2008: "The Moonchine...was a little disappointing. We
got there around 8pm. There was no real space for drummers.
The 'fire-pit' was in a little outside alcove where the outside bar
was. There was room for maybe 5 or 6 drummers, and it was
obvious that the wait-staff would be barging through all the time
to fill their bar orders. And then, of course, there were the DJs
('nuff said). We had dinner (which was very good), but we didn't
even unpack our drums. Now, that said, the space was very
pleasant for dining, and had the potential to be good for a drum
jam (but maybe not around the 'fire pit')..." [There may have
been drumming later in the evening, but the reviewer left and
thus couldn't comment. Yet, no such reports have emerged in
the ensuing months. - Editor]
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Namaste,
Michael
Publisher: Southeast Florida Drum Circle Newsletter
SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity-owner@yahoogroups.com
561-350-3930
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