SOUTHEAST FLORIDA DRUM/DANCE CIRCLE NEWSLETTER
Friday, 11 August 2006

Offered to you by the Southeast Florida Drum Circle Community
Michael Dean Goodman, Coordinator, 561-350-3930
SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity-owner@yahoogroups.com

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NEWS FLASHES:

1. This list started off 11 months ago this week - with about 40 members.
This week we'll pass 900 members in our community of drummers & dancers!
By our first anniversary next month, we'll cross the 1000-member mark.

2. We've been building bridges to the local bellydance Meetup groups - in-
viting them to our drum circles, sponsoring joint gatherings, drumming
at their events, and encouraging the dancers to join this newsletter.
Welcome to all our new, beautiful, radiant bellydance goddesses (and a
few gods)!


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IN THIS NEWSLETTER - THERE ARE 3 SECTIONS
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SECTION 1: DRUM CIRCLE SPECIAL EVENTS - ONE-TIME-ONLY EVENTS COMING UP

Here are the headlines - find detailed info below in the newsletter

Friday, August 12th (tonight!), Bonfire Drum/Dance Circle at
Sunsport Garden, led by Judah - Loxahatchee

Friday & Saturday, August 18th & 19th, Beach Drumming with Greywolf
Ft. Lauderdale

Saturday, August 26th, Creating Unity Thru the Drum & Dance Circle
West Palm Beach

Saturday, September 23rd (tentative date), Fall Equinox Bonfire
Drum/Dance Circle - Ft. Lauderdale


SECTION 2: OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST TO DRUMMERS & DANCERS

Here are the headlines - find detailed info below in the newsletter

Saturday, August 12th (tomorrow) - Bon Festival - Morikami - Delray

Tuesday, August 15th - Palm Beach Bellydance Meetup, Monthly Meet-
ing - Boca Raton (http://www.meetup.com/130)

Wednesday, August 16th - Broward Bellydance Meetup, Monthly Meeting
Hollywood FL (http://www.meetup.com/234)


SECTION 3: DRUM CIRCLES (REGULAR, REPEATING WEEKLY OR MONTHLY)

42 opportunities to drum each month!


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SECTION 1: DRUM CIRCLE SPECIAL EVENTS - ONE-TIME-ONLY EVENTS COMING UP
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*** FRIDAY, AUGUST 11TH
Sunsport Gardens Drum Circle - Around the Bonfire - Led by Judah
14125 North Road, Loxahatchee FL, 8:30pm - midnight, free
Note: Sunsport is a clothing-optional community, a family naturist resort
founded in 1965. Nudity is completely optional; most drummers/dancers re-
main clothed, but some nudity may be present; the atmosphere is very re-
spectful. In rainy weather, they drum inside a building next to the pool.
After the drum circle, you may use the pool, hottub, or sauna - please
bring a towel.
Info: 800-551-7217, 561-793-0423, frontdesk@...,
http://www.sunsportgarden.com/
Directions:
* From the south and east:
1. Take the Florida Turnpike or I-95 north
2. Exit Okeechobee Blvd. west (Turnpike exit #99; I-95 exit #70)
3. Go west 8.5 miles beyond the Turnpike
4. Drive through the town of Royal Palm Beach; then the road narrows to
two lanes and you're out in the countryside
5. Pass the fire station & E Rd. - turn right (north) on D Rd. (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. Pass through the security gate and continue down the entry road
10. Bear right at the 1st opportunity, pass the security shack on your
left, and bear right around the island
11. After the island, at the stop sign, turn right.
12. Go about 1/4 mile - the fire pit area (drum circle) will be on your
left, next to the pond.


*** FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, AUGUST 18TH AND 19TH ***
2 Nights of Drumming on the Beach with Greywolf
Held at: South Ft. Lauderdale Beach Park (near the traditional full moon
drumming area), directly across from the Radisson Bahia Mar Beach Resort
9pm onward.
The Covenant of the Goddess is holding "MerryMeet 2006 - Annual Meeting
and Festival" at the Radisson Bahia Mar Hotel (for info, see:
http://emlc.net/mm2006/mminfo.htm). These two drum circles will be in
the evening, as an extension of that festival, and all drummers/dancers
from the community are warmly welcome!
Directions:
1. On A1A just north of the 17th St. Causeway, or 1/2 mile south of Las
Olas Blvd.
2. Park in the municipal lot (enter off A1A), toward the south end, $4
fee, closes 1am (you'll be ticketed after that).
3. The traditional full moon drum circle is on the beach just off the park-
ing lot, near the volleyball courts, across from Bahia Mar, about one
block north of the Yankee Clipper Hotel complex. Use that as a refer-
ence point - these drum circles will be nearby.


*** SATURDAY, AUGUST 26TH ***
Creating Unity Through the Drum & Dance Circle
Unity of the Palm Beaches, 1957 S. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach FL (be-
tween Okeechobee and Southern Blvds.)
7:00- 8:00pm - Drum lesson by Ed Carrasquillo
8:00-10:00pm - Freestyle drumming & dancing
Get into the tribal spirit with drumming. Also, please bring snacks and
drinks for refreshment.
Info: facilitated by Ed Carrasquillo & Greg Boster; Unity 561-833-6483,
info@...


*** SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD *** (TENTATIVE DATE - NOT YET ANNOUNCED)
Fall Equinox Drum/Dance Circle (around a huge bonfire!)
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 3109 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale FL
8pm till 1am, $4 entrance fee goes toward the event (hiring the required
park rangers for the night) and to the park's support fund. If you can't
afford that, give what you can.
This is one of the biggest and best drum circles in our area. It only
happens four times each year (at the changes of season - the solstices
and equi- noxes), bringing together drummers and dancers from four coun-
ties for one big unified celebration. Don't miss it! You don't have to
be a good dancer or drummer - everyone is lovingly welcome and appreciated.
You can drum (or play any percussion gadget that you have), dance, or just
watch and socialize.
Includes: a roaring bonfire; a big (optional) potluck feast - bring uten-
sils, plates, etc.; an Earth-centered ritual to welcome in the season (at
about 10pm); performers are welcome (fire-dancers, belly dancers, etc.)
Info: Mark Foley, Park Ranger & host - 954-655-7182, ColtCubFL@...


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SECTION 2: OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST TO DRUMMERS & DANCERS
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*** SATURDAY, AUGUST 12TH (TOMORROW) ***

Bon Festival (with Taiko Drum Performances by Fushu Daiko)
5-9pm
Morikami Museum & Park, 2000 Morikami Park Rd., Delray Beach FL, 561-495-0233
Inspired by Obon, Japan's traditional three-day holiday honoring ancestors
and thanking them for the quality of life enjoyed by the living, The Morikami
celebrates Bon Festival in one fun-packed evening. Highlights include rousing
taiko drum performances, traditional Japanese folk dancing with audience par-
ticipation, and a street fair with games and vendor booths. The highlight of
the evening begins at sunset when Morikami Pond is transformed into a tranquil
sea of lighted lanterns which, in accordance with Japanese custom, guide the
departure of ancestors' souls who've come for a brief visit among the living.
A special fireworks display caps the enchanting evening.
Admission: $10 Adults (18 and over), $5 children (7-17), free for museum
members and children 6 and under. (No special senior discounts available).
Note: there are NO ATM machines on the Morikami grounds.
Food: There will be on-site food vendors serving a variety of food items. The
Morikami's own Cornell Cafe will also be open and serving Pan-Asian favorites.
Parking: on-site parking and shuttle service are provided FREE of charge.
Entertainment Schedule:
5:00-9:00pm Ennichi Street Fair (games and activities for children)
5:15-5:30pm Taiko Drum Performance by Fushu Daiko
5:45-6:15pm Bon Odori (Bon Dance)
6:30-7:00pm Taiko Drum Performance by Fushu Daiko
7:15-7:45pm Bon Odori (Bon Dance)
8:00-8:15pm Taiko Drum Performance by Fushu Daiko
8:30-9:00pm Toro Nagashi (floating of the lanterns)
9:00pm Fireworks Display


*** TUESDAY, AUGUST 15TH ***
Palm Beach Bellydance Meetup, Monthly Meeting
Blue Coyote Restaurant, 6861 SW 18th St., Boca Raton FL, 7-10pm
Dedicated to Bollywood & Banghra - to the dance & music of India! Let's
wear our saris and bindis!
Guest speaker: Michael Dean Goodman, Ph.D., will help us understand the
fundamental principles of Indian culture - a culture that may be the most
ancient & profound on Earth. Michael lived in India, and was blessed to spend
the past 30 years as a student of a great Indian spiritual Master, who per-
sonally initiated him, trained him, & eventually sent him out to teach the
ancient Indian vedic knowledge that he'd imbibed.
Also includes socializing/networking, our famous raffles, performances of
bellydance & Indian dance (by Syed from MEDE, and Diana of Induzari), ven-
dors (Bellydance Market and Imperial Jade), & wonderful Indian food.
Info and to RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/130)


*** WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16TH ***
Broward Bellydance Meetup, Monthly Meeting
Try My Thai Restaurant, 2003 Harrison St., Hollywood FL, 7pm
Guest speaker: Bozenka is an award-winning dancer known for her charismatic
stage presence and beautiful, earthy, show-stopping dance. She will discuss
her beginnings and how she has gotten where she is today, the business as-
pects of bellydance, how to market yourself to be an elite and successful
dancer, and her experiences touring with Belly Dance Super Stars and travel-
ing in Egypt. Also includes vending (Babloo of Studio Bazaar), raffles,
CD and costume exchange, and dance jams.
Info and to RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/234


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SECTION 3: DRUM CIRCLES (REGULAR, REPEATING WEEKLY OR MONTHLY)
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TO GET ALL THE DETAILS ABOUT ANY OF THESE EVENTS, GO TO:
http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity/calendar
Find the individual event and click on it.

ALSO BE AWARE THAT SOME DRUM CIRCLES ARE CANCELLED IF THEY FALL ON THE
NIGHT OF THE FULL MOON - SINCE MANY PEOPLE GO TO THE SPECIAL FULL MOON
DRUM CIRCLES. BE SURE TO CHECK WITH THE ORGANIZER IF YOU'RE UNSURE.


*** TUESDAYS ***

Nature's Emporium - Women's New Moon Drum Circle
Every Tuesday evening closest to the new moon, Nature's Emporium, 8041
W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs FL, 7-9pm, $3 offering
Run by Linda Hushen. No experience necessary. They have extra drums
if you don't have your own. For women only.
Info: 954-755-2223, sandy@...
2006 Schedule: August 22nd, September 19th, October 24th, November
21st, December 19th


Women's Drum Circle
1st Tuesday of the month (2nd Tues. if holidays conflict), Unitarian Uni-
versalist Fellowship of South Florida, 1812 Roosevelt St., Hollywood FL
(behind the Autozone store on US 1, between Taft and Johnson), 7:30-9pm,
$5. Park in rear or on street. Drum, sing, dance, chant. Indoor/outdoor
with fire pit. Some percussion instruments available to use. For women
only.
Info: Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, debe24@...


*** WEDNESDAYS ***

Delray Beach Drum Circle
Every Wednesday, Old School Square (in the park in front of the stage),
NE corner of Atlantic Ave. & Swinton Blvd., at the west end of downtown
Delray Beach FL, 8:30pm - midnight, free.
This event happens rain or shine (if it's dry we're on the grass; if it
rains we drum/dance up on the huge covered stage till the rain stops).
Free parking in the public parking lots west and east of the park.
Info: Michael 561-350-3930, tantra@...


Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Drum Circle
Wednesday closest to the full moon, Essential Complementary Wellness
Center, 2104 N. Federal Hwy. Suite A (corner of Lee, parking in rear),
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm or later, free
Facilitators: Mayra Luria, Rose Robertson. Sponsored by Earth Apothecary.
Info: 954-921-7808, Mayra Luria <mluria@...>, Rose Robertson
<light8181@...>
2006 schedule: September 6th, October 4th, November 8th, December 6th


Essential Complementary Wellness Center - Women's Drum Circle
Wednesday closest to the new moon, Essential Complementary Wellness
Center, 2104 N. Federal Hwy. Suite A (corner of Lee, parking in rear),
Hollywood FL, 7:30-9:00pm or later, free
Facilitators: Mayra Luria, Rose Robertson. Sponsored by Earth Apothecary.
For women only.
Info: 954-921-7808, Mayra Luria <mluria@...>, Rose Robertson
<light8181@...>
2006 schedule: August 23rd, September 20th, October 25th, November 22nd,
December 20th


Griffin's Loft Drum Circle
2nd and 4th Wednesdays, Griffin's Loft, 4282 S. University Dr. (next to
the Bedding Barn, just north of Griffin Rd.), Davie FL, 7:30-9:00pm, $10
An evening of drumming, chanting, healing, and sharing in a community
circle, facilitated by Stephanie Vestal, who says: "It's mostly Native
American flavor with hoop drums, but we'd love to attract more djembes
and other drums and widen our horizon." "Awaken your Spirit and raise
your vibration. Create a sense of unity and connection; bathe in healing
vibrations. The pulse of the drum grounds and centers us, reminding us on
a feeling level of our connection with Mother Earth and with each other.
When we add our voice, the healing potential increases." No experience
necessary, some drums and rattles (and a 30" table drum) are available,
or bring your own.
Info: Store - 954-625-6775, http://www.griffinsloft.com,
reiki4you@...; Stephanie 954-562-5424, stephvestal@...


*** THURSDAY ***

Crystal Vision - Women's Drum Circle
One Thursday each month, usually closest to the New Moon, Crystal Vision,
3160 Stirling Rd. (just west of I-95 at N. Park Rd.), Hollywood FL,
7:30-9:00pm, donation requested.
Facilitated by Linda White <lkwdrum@...>. For women only.
Info: 954-981-4992, crystalvisionLTC@...
2006 schedule: August 24th, September 21st, October 19th, November 16th
(10-year anniversary), December 7th


Gilda's Club Drum Circle (Cancer Support Group)
2nd Thursday (usually), Gilda's Club, 119 Rose Dr., Ft. Lauderdale FL (1
block north of Davie, 2 houses east of Andrews), 7:00-8:15pm
Facilitator: Linda White <lkwdrum@...>,
Info: 954-763-6776
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.
2006 schedule: September 14th, October 12th, November 9th, December 14th


Nature's Emporium Drum Circle
One Thursday each month, Nature's Emporium, 8041 W. Sample Rd., Coral
Springs FL, 7-9pm, $3 offering.
Run by Linda Hushen. No experience necessary. They have extra drums
if you don't have your own.
Info: 954-755-2223, sandy@...
2006 Schedule: August 17th, September 28th, October 26th, November 30th,
December 15th, Friday!!!


*** FRIDAY ***

Jupiter Beach Drum Circle
1st & 3rd Fridays, Juno FL, 10pm onward till late
Info: Joe and Jay (Rhythm Genius), JupiterDrummer@...


Sunsport Gardens Drum Circle - Around the Bonfire
Every Friday, 14125 North Road, Loxahatchee FL, 9pm - midnight, free
Note: Sunsport is a clothing-optional community, a family naturist re-
sort founded in 1965. Nudity is completely optional; most drummers/
dancers remain clothed, but some nudity may be present; the atmosphere
is very respectful. Weather permitting, drumming occurs around a big
bonfire. In rainy weather, they drum inside a building next to the pool.
After the drum circle, you may use the pool, hottub, or sauna - please
bring a towel.
Info: 800-551-7217, 561-793-0423, frontdesk@...,
http://www.sunsportgarden.com/


*** SATURDAY ***

Broward Drum Circle
Every Saturday, Fern Forest Nature Park, 201 S. Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek
FL, 4:00-6:00pm
Drumming occurs rain or shine (when it rains they drum under the pavi-
lion/picnic shelter). The park closes at 6pm.
Info: 954-984-4183, Sophia Letourneau <sophialinus@...>
Discussion group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BrowardDrumCircle/


Community Drum Circle
Every Saturday, Unity on the Bay, NW 22nd St., a couple of blocks east
of Biscayne Blvd., Miami FL, 7-9pm
The drum circle is inside Cameron House.
Info: Angelo Saavedra <gypsy05@...>


Jack & Tarcilia O'Connell's Drum Circle & Sacred Space
1st Saturday of the month, Key Largo Framing, 817 S. Federal Hwy.,
Deerfield Beach FL, 7:30-9:30pm, donation requested.
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@...


*** SUNDAY ***

Drum Jam/Drum Class
Last Sunday of the month, Church of the Open Door, 6001 NW 8th Ave.,
Miami FL, 5-7pm, $10
"Come jam with some of Miami's best djembe players - teach, learn, play
African rhythms."
Info: Brother Will, 786-546-6630, yowill76@...


Pagan Drum Picnic
4th Sunday of each month, 12 noon - 5pm.
Held at: Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale FL.
Bring a picnic lunch or something you'd like 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.
Info: Jeff <drumskii@...>


Stuart Drum Circle
Every Sunday, Shepard Park (overlooking the St. Lucie River), Stuart FL,
starts 2 hours before sunset and lasts 3-4 hrs. (advertised to start at
5pm in April 2006, 6pm in July 2006 when the sun is setting later).
Info: Judah Williams <drumcircledrum@...>, 772-979-3410; Tim Brown
<Timsdrums@...>, 772-220-1462; http://www.stuartdrum2.hypermart.net/,
http.www.drum-circle.org


*** FULL MOON EVE (NIGHT BEFORE THE FULL MOON) ***

It can be chilly on the beach during the cooler months - dress accordingly.

Full Moon EVE! Drum Circle - Miami Beach
Monthly on the night BEFORE the full moon, on the beach at 85th St.,
just east of Collins Ave. (A1A), Miami Beach FL, 9:30pm till very late.
Free, and loosely organized.
Info: Mark R. Richards <bloodthump@...>


*** FULL MOON NIGHT***

Full Moon Drum Circle - Ft. Lauderdale - Broward County
Monthly on the full moon, on the beach, South Ft. Lauderdale Beach Park,
Ft. Lauderdale FL, 8pm or moonrise (whichever is earlier) till 1am
Free (except for parking costs).
Info: Debe Fisher 954-292-1581, Debe24@...,
http://www.hometown.aol.com/debe24/myhomepage/profile.html; Sophia
<sophialinus@...>, 954-984-4183
Established 1995. There's a 15-minute Pagan full moon ritual at 10pm.


Full Moon Drum Circle - Lake Worth - Palm Beach County
Monthly on the full moon, on the beach, Lake Ave. at A1A, 1st life-
guard station north of the Ocean Pier, Lake Worth FL, 8pm-midnight
Free (except for parking costs)
If it rains, or gets too windy, we drum/dance under the big shelter in
the park, just across the parking lot from the beach.


Full Moon Drum Circle - Miami Beach - Miami-Dade County
Monthly on the night of the full moon, on the beach in 2 different loca-
tions, each just east of Collins Ave. (A1A), on the beach, Miami Beach FL
1) 85th St., 9:30pm - very late
2) 22nd St., 8:30pm - midnight, be sure to feed the parking meters
These are free, and loosely organized.
Info: Mark R. Richards <bloodthump@...> tries to keep the info together.


Full of Moon - A Celebration of Light - Raleigh Hotel
Monthly - usually on the night of the full moon, behind the Raleigh Hotel
(just off the beach, at the Oasis Fire Circle), 1775 Collins Ave., South
Beach, Miami Beach FL, 9pm till 1-2am, free.
"Creating an oasis from normal Miami Beach glitzy, material life - a ga-
thering of love, connection, spiritual depth. Featuring sacred fire dancer
Amber Joy Rava (http://www.roundaboutsparkle.net) who performs 4-5 times
throughout the night; she is excellent - very sensual, dramatic, deep! Also
includes tribal enchantment; mystic Indian sitar illuminations by Justin
Howel Moore; and live drumming to create a sacred space, and to accompany
Amber and any other dancers who want to express themselves, led by Grammy-
nominated professional drummer Michael Moses. You are welcome to bring
your drum, but this is not a traditional community drum circle.
Info: events@...


The Crystal Garden - Full Moon Drum Circle
As close to the full moon as possible while avoiding Sundays, The Crystal
Garden Book & Gift Store, 2610 N. Federal Hwy. (3 blocks north of Gateway
Blvd.), Boynton Beach FL, 7-9pm if it's a Friday or Saturday, 7:30-9:30pm
other nights.
$18 per person. Facilitated by Margaret Ann Lembo. Please call or e-mail
to register in advance so she can plan for what size group will be coming.
Bring your drum(s); or use the store's. "Experience sitting in circle in a
sacred way. Using sacred smudge blend to call in the directions, we will
clear away negative energy and thought forms. Drum away what ails and an-
noys you. Drum in love, light, and well-being to replace it all! To com-
plete the evening, you will have an opportunity to experience a meditative
journey into yourself, known as shamanic journeying, where you'll be guided
into a deep state of consciousness to have an encounter with a guide, power
animal, or to find an answer to your questions."
Info: 561-369-2836, info@..., www.thecrystalgarden.com
2006 Schedule: Sep 7th, Oct 6th, Nov - no event, Dec 4th


*** SEASONAL DRUM CIRCLES (EQUINOXES AND SOLSTICES) ***

Solstice/Equinox Drum/Dance Circle (around a huge bonfire!)
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 3109 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale FL
8pm till 1am, $4 entrance fee goes toward the event (hiring the required
park rangers for the night) and to the park's support fund. If you can't
afford that, give what you can.
This is one of the biggest and best drum circles in our area. It only
happens four times each year (at the changes of season - the solstices
and equi- noxes), bringing together drummers and dancers from four coun-
ties for one big unified celebration. Don't miss it! You don't have to
be a good dancer or drummer - everyone is lovingly welcome and appreciated.
You can drum (or play any percussion gadget that you have), dance, or just
watch and socialize.
Includes: a roaring bonfire; a big (optional) potluck feast - bring uten-
sils, plates, etc.; an Earth-centered ritual to welcome in the season (at
about 10pm); performers are welcome (fire-dancers, belly dancers, etc.)
Info: Mark Foley, Park Ranger & host - 954-655-7182, ColtCubFL@...


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VISIT OUR ONLINE CALENDAR OF DRUM/DANCE CIRCLES
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Check out all the opportunities to drum/dance in our SE Florida area!
There are at least 5 drum circles every week - plus 3 that occur every
other week, plus 10 that are monthly, plus 7 every month around the full
moon, plus special events! Or about 47 opportunities to drum each month!

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

If you've never registered with YahooGroups, you'll need to in order to
use the calendar. Registering is free; it's quick (just a few pieces of
info to supply); you only have to do it once; you'll get NO spam by regis-
tering. In fact, nothing will change EXCEPT that you'll have full, easy
access to our drum circle website forever-after!

On our calendar, you can search by clicking on any day - you'll see all
the drumming/dancing circles anywhere in the whole Southeast Florida area
that are happening on that day! Click on any event - you'll see all the
details (location, time, driving directions, special considerations, con-
tact info, etc...)

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


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CHECK OUT THE FILES SECTION!
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www.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoutheastFloridaDrumCircleCommunity/files/

You'll find useful drumming and dancing resources -

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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Namaste,

Michael
Southeast Florida Drum Circle Community, Coordinator
southeastfloridadrumcirclecommunity-owner@yahoogroups.com
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