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OCTOBER FULL MOON EDITION Published: Saturday, 3 October 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: Sunday, October 4th, at 2:10pm.
For accurate dates of all the full Moons, new Moons, solstices,
and equinoxes for our area, please go to the chart that we pub-
lish at the beginning of each year:
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity/message/208
There are various full Moon drum circles - so there's pro-
bably one close to you. Come join in the fun and in the
community celebration!
NOTE: This supplemental edition of the SE Florida Drum
Circle Newsletter ONLY lists drum circles specifically
affiliated with the FULL MOON. All other drumming/danc-
ing/kirtan events are listed in the main, monthly edition.
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FULL MOON CIRCLES - QUICK SUMMARY
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PALM BEACH & MARTIN COUNTIES
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
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
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
(Juno Beach)
Juno Beach FL, 8pm-1am, free - hosted by Joe & Jay (The
Beat Bombers)
See details below
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH NEW
Music/Drum/Dance/Theater Event
West Palm Beach FL, 3:00-9:00pm (drumming 6-7pm)
Admission: unknown
One-time special event
See details below
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BROWARD COUNTY
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
Hollywood Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Hollywood FL, 8:00pm-1:00am (or later), free
See details below
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
Broward Full Moon Drum Circle
(Pompano Beach)
Pompano Beach FL, 8:15pm-12midnight, free
In case of rain or cold weather they'll be under the pavillion.
See details below
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH NEW
Wuji Full Moon Drum Circle
(plus yoga & qigong)
Hollywood FL, 6:30pm onward, love donations welcome
One-time special event
See details below
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5TH NEW
Full Moon Drum Circle (Closing Night)
Pompano Beach FL, 8:00pm onward, free
See details below
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH
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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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
Miami Beach Full Moon EVE Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, 8:30 or 9:00pm till midnight or 1:00am, free
See details below
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
Miami Beach FL, after 9:00pm till around 1:00am, free
See details below
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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)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH • 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 150-200 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), gently-lapping ocean waves (water), full Moon over-
head reflecting the Sun (fire), soft ocean breezes (air), &
enchanting rhythms (space/hearing). This is sub-tropical
South Florida at its finest. Please come join us - don't miss
this gathering!
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. If the police announce that
the park is closing, 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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Jupiter Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
(Juno Beach)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH • 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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Music/Drum/Dance/Theater Event NEW
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH • 3:00-9:00PM (drum 6-7pm)
One-time special event
Admission: unknown
"Looking forward to play and pray with you all who come to
the event!"
3:00-9:00pm: 12 DJ's
6:00-7:00pm: Drum/Dance
Held at:
Airport Hilton Hotel, West Palm Beach FL, poolside
Hosted by:
Howard Dean aka Hodin, 954-401-4535
http://ICTV1.com,
http://FloridaECOnetwork.com
http://VibeHealth.com
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BROWARD COUNTY
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Broward Full Moon Drum Circle
(Pompano Beach)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH • 8:15PM-12 MIDNIGHT
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 and snack bar are available on the pier.
• 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.),
Pompano Beach FL 33060
You won't be able to see the drum circle from the street or
parking lot, but just take the walking path to the beach just
north of the pier and listen for the drums. The sand dunes
provide a buffer between the drum circle and the street.
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:
Sophia Letourneau, sophialinus@..., 954-984-4183
http://browarddrumcircle.webs.com/
http://sites.google.com/site/browarddrumcircle/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BrowardDrumCircle/
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Essential Complementary Wellness Center -
Full Moon Drum Circle
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH • 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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Full Moon Drum Circle (Closing Night) NEW
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5TH • 8:00PM
Held monthly? near the full Moon night
Free
8:00-9:00pm: Mini-workshop on meditative drumming,
led by Bolo (as taught to him by Danny Perez, a great
Cuban drum master whom he studied with for 12 years.
He was known as the 'zen drummer'. He spent 80
years studying zen, yoga, and martial arts, and com-
bined them into his drumming teachings.)
9:00-11:00pm: ull Moon drum circle (closing night)
In many traditional cultures the full Moon is celebrated for
more then 1 night, so in order not to conflict with other drum
circles, we will have it on the night after the full moon, and
call that the closing night.
We'll have a couple of extra drums on hand. Bring extras
if you have them.
Bring a chair, and good vibes.
Acoustic instruments and dancers are welcome also.
Info:
Bolo/Mike Beaudot, mdbalso@...,
954-319-2915, drumpompano@...
http://drumcircle.meetup.com/213/
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 33060
You won't be able to see the drum circle from the street or
parking lot, but just take the walking path to the beach just
north of the pier and listen for the drums. The sand dunes
provide a buffer between the drum circle and the street.
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.
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Hollywood Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD • 8:00PM-1AM (maybe later)
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
(although it is not required) that you at least purchase 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://www.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
http://maps.yahoo.com/#mvt=m&lat=26.030012&lon=-80.114852&zoom=17
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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Wuji Full Moon Drum Circle
(plus yoga & qigong) NEW
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH • 6:30PM ONWARD
Special one-time event on the night of the full Moon
Love donations welcome
Includes: Yoga and qigong on the beach as the full moon rises,
followed by a drum circle with special musical guests,
including Kaz (drummer from Here II Here), Randall
Rodriguez (singing bowl 'guru'), Randy Singer (celestial
vocals and harmonica star), and Howard Dean (drum-
ming for peace).
6:30pm Kundalini Yoga with Jiwan Kaur
(http://jiwanyoga.com/)
7:00pm Qigong with Jared Krupnick
(http://www.energeticqigong.com/)
7:30pm Laughter Yoga by Goddess Diana
(http://www.zeblaru.com/)
7:50pm Luna Chanting & Full Moon Qigong with Lisa Lumiere
(http://www.lisalumiere.com/)
8:10pm Wuji (tai-chi-style) Drum Circle with Bolo
(drummer from PHIsonica)
(www.myspace.com/busker1tribe) (drumcircle.meetup.com/213)
We will be on the sand on the beach, so bring a towel or a
sheet to sit on.
If you would like, bring a drum, Tibetan bell, Tibetan singing
bowl, crystal bowl, bamboo flute, etc...and your lovely voice
and smile to chant and dance together!
"If it rains ..... our spirits will play together over the Luna
Rainbow." - Lisa
Info:
Lisa Lumiere, www.LisaLumiere.com
Jared Krupnick, www.EnergeticPlanet.com
http://www.lisalumiere.com/images/wuji%20drum%20circle%20qigong.pdf
Held at:
On the beach behind the Hollywood Beach Culture & Com-
munity Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood FL 33020
Directions:
On the beach, just south of Hollywood Blvd.
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
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Chakra Cleansing Full Moon Drum Circle
(Used to be called Unity on the Bay - Full Moon Drum Circle)
THIS EVENT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN CANCELLED
They now host a drum circle on the 1st Monday of the month.
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
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Miami Beach Full Moon Drum Circle
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
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 somewhere between 75th & 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
[56 members, and about 2-3 messages per month - editor]
C. The Miami Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiDrum
[506 members, and about 50 messages per month - editor]
D. 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
2. Family friendly
3. Dancers (I believe he means his fire performing group -
Fire by the Palm) begin at 10pm. See them at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqUiGKGOyiQ
4. 79th and Collins, on the beach
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
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD • 8:30PM TILL AROUND 1:00AM
Held monthly on the night BEFORE the full Moon
Free
Held at:
Between 75th and 79th St. and Collins (A1A), Miami Beach FL
(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
[56 members, and about 2-3 messages per month - editor]
C. The Miami Drum Circle discussion group:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/MiamiDrum
[506 members, and about 50 messages per month - editor]
D. Jenny: sometimes gives info, and takes 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, musical 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.
Remember, it can be chilly on the beach during the cooler
months - dress accordingly.
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Moonchine Full Moon Party (with Drum Circle)
THIS EVENT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN CANCELLED
Held at:
Moonchine Asian Bistro, 7100 Biscayne Blvd., Miami FL
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561-350-3930
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