Miami drums

I hope you are doing good. This weekend make sure you take your drumming hands to the Coconut Groove drum circle. It’s always a lot of fun and this time parallel to the Full moon Miami celebration.

We will be drumming and dancing, this Saturday 4th of February, in the open air at the Mayfair in the Grove, located at the corner of Grand Avenue and Mary Street. We will drum in the Promenade, in the open area near Florida Street Mayfair entrance, across the Promenade from the Music Conservatory, in the same open area where we met in October. There are parking garages in the Mayfair complex and on the corner of Oak Street and Mary, and parking lots near the Mayfair as well as parking on the streets. We will light up the night and rev up the energy of the Grove Art Walk. Come, and discover or rediscover the magic, joy, and healing power of the drum. Extra drums and other percussion instrument will be available along with water and seating. All you need to bring are happy hands. It starts at 7 PM until 10PM.

Then you can head straight to the Miami Beach Full moon celebration at its usual time and place. Check Miamidrums.com menu on the left for it’s exact time and place. Be aware that since this drum circle is on a Saturday, attendees numbers might be massive!

Some people also attend the day before, Friday, celebration.
Regardless of what you chose to do, don’t stop the drumming.
Take care

Come be a part of an art piece –join a drumming circle for the inauguration of “Iemanja” a sand sculpture and performance piece by international artist Jen DeNike. We will be at the sand sculpture on the beach in front of Collins Park- 21st/Collins Ave. November 30th from 4- 5:30. there will be 7 young women dressed in white dancing around the sculpture in honor of the sea goddess Iemanja. This is an ART PUBLIC Miami Basel piece in conjunction with the Bass Museum of Art.
please email Jen DeNike for more info or if you plan on coming. all welcome. denikejen@gmail.com

Also this weekend:

Broward drum circle – check its page from the left to get the info.
Choices Cafe – 379 SW 15th Road in Miami. 8:30 to 10 PM It’s actually next door, but check in with the people in the restaurant and they’ll direct you. Bring your own seating. Sunday 20th.

Last Quarter Moon Drum Circle Friday 7:30 PM November 18, 2011 Sponsored by UUCFL Membership – Rain or Shine 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Unitarian Universalist Church of Ft. Lauderdale 3970 NW 21st Avenue (between Commercial and Oakland Park) Oakland Park, Fl 33309 954-484-6734. Bring your Drums, or any Percussion/Musical instrument (bucket, can, wooden spoons whatever you have).

Enjoy and drum away!

Howdy,
yes, it’s that time of the month once again when you can’t keep your hands still, and you find a rhythm on everything you touch – hopefully a drum!
As always, check out the full moon drum circle page for current information about the on going beach drum circle in Miami beach, FL.
If you’re ready for a change of scene, you might want to check out tonight’s Midnight Drum Circle at Downtown – Thursday November 10, 2011 from 11:45 pm to 2:45 am at Villa 221 221 NE 17th Street Miami, FL

The party starts at 9PM. Donation requested (but not required) DJs & live bands till midnight, when the drum circle starts. (drum circle at 12 AM ?)
Fire poi, hoops, belly dance, flamenco, capoeira, yoga, massage, healthy food, cocktails, marketplace, henna tattoos, tarot card readings.

For the rest of us, working individuals, the party finishes even before it starts, so make the best of it.
If you’re in Orlando: Orlando Drum Circle at the Brewery Saturday November 12, 2011 -8:00 pm – 1:00 am
Orlando Brewery, 1301 Atlanta Avenue Orlando Fl. Drum Circle begins at 8pm, and goes till late.

Last month was quite nice, we had a beautiful fire that went till 1am.
So if you are out and about make some time to stop by and hang out for a spell. The vendors have some nice wares for you to look or purchase.
Bring out your favorite drum and jam with the community. Djembes, djun djuns, congas, ashikos or that old steel drum. All drum types are welcome to be played here. Dancers are always welcome and encouraged to attend. Bring your Hula Hoops and your Poi as well. If you are bringing fire poi, please let me know before hand, proper safety for fire poi will be required.
Last but nor least, Virginia Key full moon drum circle Saturday 12th. Gates will only be open till 7:30. This drum circle used to be free, but they’re currently charging a $5 dollar fee per car. Bring your own seating. 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Virginia Key in Miami, FL.

I hope you’re doing all right…
This Saturday don’t miss the Coconut Groove drum circle at the Mayfair Shops:
Mayfair’s Promenade. Plenty of space to park around the groove. We will make a joyful noise and rev up the energy. Come…discover or rediscover the magic, joy, and healing power of the drum. Extra drums and other percussion instrument available along with ice water and seating. Starts at 8 PM.

also Delou continues its Sunday’s community classes at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. 212-260 NE 59th Terrace Miami FL 33137

Tequesta Drum/Dance/Fire Circle Celebration
Friday, September 23, 2011 7 PM – Midnight $10 entrance fee /person. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park -
3109 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft Lauderdale, Fl 33304
Park Gates Open at 7 PM – Park Gates close at 10 PM No one admitted to the Park after 10 PM – No drumming after 11 PM. No Fire Performers.  No Pets, No Alcohol, No Drugs, No playing in the fire. No Unsupervised Children – Under 18 must have an adult with them.

Also
BrowardDrumCircle 2:30-4:40 PM |  Saturday September 17, 2011 – 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Fern Forest Nature Park (in the picnic area) 201 South Lyons Road Coconut Creek, Florida 33063
201 South Lyons Road Coconut Creek, Florida 33063

Although the moon would be full on September 12th, you can celebrate it sooner at the Virginia Key Drum circle:
This Saturday September 10 from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Bring drums and admirable hands, hoops, poi, zils, veils, coin sashes, moving hips and clever feet (Bring your own seating)

Last time we drum at Virginia Key, were a big problem during sunset. I’d strongly recommend you to bring some sort of repellent if you’re planning to go.

This Saturday 3rd of September join us for the Coconut Groove drum circle at Corner of Grand Avenue and Mary Street
Coconut Grove, FL. That’s at the Mayfair’s Promenade. Plenty of space to park around the groove. We will make a joyful noise and rev up the energy of the Grove September Art Walk. Come…discover or rediscover the magic, joy, and healing power of the drum. Extra drums and other percussion instrument available along with ice water and seating.

Starts at 8 PM.

Also, that same Saturday, if you’re around Broward county don’t miss the Broward drum circle.

I’ll be attending the Coconut groove drumming. Hope to see you there!

The West African Dance & Drum Festival of the Season is here!
www.adddff.delouafrica.org

A Three Day Journey of Cultural Expression & Joy!

August 5-7, 2011 at the Little Haiti Cultural Center 212-260 NE 59th Terrace Miami FL 33137

Festival Events & Schedule with Amazing and Talented Artists! This Event is Open to the General Public. On-Site Workshop & Concert Tickets Available Now!  On-site Concert ticket prices:
(Held at the Little Haiti Cultural Center Theater)
$15.00 at the Box Office
$12.00 Students & Senior Citizens
Children 12 & under: FREE

On-Site Workshop ticket prices:
Dance & Drum: $15.00
Yoga, Shekere and Song: $12.00
Balafon (African xylophone): $20.00
Djun-Djun Dance Intensive: $18.00

Free Workshops:
Drum & Dance workshop for Children 12 & under
Rites of Passage for Children & Families (Including Arts & Crafts)
Children’s Village (Storytelling, face painting, hula hoop, balloon twisting and more)

About the Festival
Delou Africa Inc. is hosting their 2nd Annual African Diaspora Dance and Drum Festival of Florida. This three-day cultural arts festival and conference will feature workshops, a symposium, a concert, vendor market place and children’s village. Activities will include drum and dance workshops with world renowned artists from Senegal, Ivory Coast, Guinea, and the Caribbean. Music workshops will focus on a variety of instruments including balafon (African xylophone), shekere, djembe, djun-djun, kutiro, Sabar and African songs. Special happenings will take place including yoga, storytelling, hula hoop, face painting, artist panel discussion, Rites of Passage for Children and Families, and a raffle drawing for 2 round trip tickets to South Africa and other prizes. Other highlights are a concert extravaganza, an award presentation, a cultural reception, and a Djun-Djun Dance Intensive workshop.

As you might probably know by simply looking at the night sky tomorrow is the Full moon drum circle in Miami and Miami beach.
if you want to attend to the Miami Beach drumming congregation you might very well do so by getting all the instruction on our Full moon page from website’s menu.
I’ve being invited to another celebration in Downtown Miami, here are the details:
Eleuthera Lounge / Villa 221 / Buck House from 9 PM. 221 NE 17th Street Miami, FL
Get ready for Miami’s most entertaining monthly FULL MOON event with some of South Florida’s best talents for live music and performances.Free Admission – No Cover Charge)
Sultry Sound by: DJ Jason Perez
Be there for our ceremonial midnight drum circle accompanied by spiritual dancing around the fire… We will have performances and participation by numerous talents including drummers, hula hoop and fire dancers, AcroYoga, Henna Art, Tarot Reading, Exotic cuisine and Drinks, Coconut Art, and much more…
*We have an open house policy for drummers and performers… BRING IT ON!*
**Also, please feel free to DRESS CREATIVELY… No attire is too outrageous!**

Sounds like an interesting adventure that I’ll check out tomorrow, so if you go, see you there.
This weekend also Delou, Broward drum circle and Pompano drum circle. Check their pages on Miamidrums.com’s menu for more info.

Hello there!
I hope you’re ready since there are many interesting things to do this weekend, be aware of the scorching temperatures we’re experience here in South Florida. Some of this weekend activities are outdoors, so taking solar protection and enough water and hydration is always a good thing.

Mark Richards is inviting every drummer in town to a Drum Circle at Fairchild Tropical Garden’s Mango Festival this Saturday July 9, 2011 From 10:30-12:30 – Fairchild’s 19th Annual International Mango Festival will celebrate the Mangos of Hawaii. Seating will be provided and there will be a few extra drums on a first come, first serve basis. There are many activities to do at the Fairchild, here is the event’s schedule. There is an entrance fee to get into Fairchild, so you might consider staying for all the activities.

Then, you might want to experience an alternative type of  drumming, Buddy Helm is teaching this weekend only his very special Healing and meditation class. You might remember Buddy from the Paralaounge videos, see his drumming class video.
He’s teaching on Saturday at The Goddess Store – 8:00-10:00. 2017 Harrison St, Hollywood. Class costs $25
He’s also teaching the same class the following day for the Miami crowd at Mark’s house :4427 SW 16 St, Miami (please go around the block and park in the back of the house and come in through the back gate). Class costs $25

This Sunday you can attend the Hollywood drum circle. Check out the drum event calendar for more info about it.
And last but not least, as I mention last week, Delou is hosting a dinner fund raising after their community class schedule in the Little Haiti cultural center. 212 NE 59th Terrace Miami FL 33137. Drum class starts at 3 PM and fund raising would start at 4:30 tasty african cuisine offering a variety of meat, vegetarian & vegan dishes!  Suggested donation of $10
I’m sure not going to miss that one. You would be contributing to a wonderful non-profit organization!

No matter what you do this weekend, I wish you a pleasant and enjoyable time!

Take care