This Week in Swing – May 19

This Week in Swing NYC / Eileen’s Lindy Blog is a calendar of dance events in the NYC area and those easily accessible to NYC.  Please make sure you scroll down to see all events, as it includes everything announced  to date through December 2013.
 
Weekly events not included in the calendar below:
Mon/Tues: Vince Giordano/the Nighthawks, Sofia’s-Edison Hotel 8-11pm, $15 cover
Mondays:  Swing Party w/ Jessie Bunting and his Hot Shim Sham Orchestra, 9:30pm-$10, free to DS Students
Monday: Svetlana and the Delancey Five, The Back Room 102 Norfolk St. (off 1st Monday of each month)
Monday: The Cotton Club – http://www.cottonclub-newyork.com/?id=6, $25 cover
Tuesdays:  George Gee at Swing 46 with SwingFX, $8 Dancers Discount, $12 others
Tuesdays: Dance Manhattan Practice, DJ music, 9-10:30pm, Free DM Students, $5 
Wednesdays:  DanceSport Practice/Party, 9:30pm-12am, Free DS Students, $10
Thursdays:  Frim Fram at Club 412, $8
Thursdays:  Them There Guys (blues, 50′s, country western), NY Distilling Co., 79 Richardson Street, 9-11pm, No cover
Fridays:  Friday Night Blues, bluesdancenewyork.com/calendar, lesson $10, dance $10
Sundays:  BBQ Swing w/George Gee, John Brown Smokehouse, 10-43 44th Dr, Long Island City, 6-8pm, No cover
Sundays:  Harefield Road & St. Mazie’s, Brooklyn.  This venue is subject to change and cancellation, recommend checking before venturing out to dance.
Nightly:  Swing 46 – check out swing46.com
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** Please note:  events are subject to change, I cannot guarantee to catch all updates, so if you have any questions, please check with event organizers.
 
Wednesday, May 22
Gordon’s Grand Street Stompers
Radegast Hall
9pm
Brooklyn
 
Thursday, May 23
Tin Pan
Radegast Hall
9pm
Brooklyn
 
Friday, May 24
Joel Beaver Quartet
Radegast Hall
6pm
Brooklyn
 
Saturday, May 25
Saturday, May 25 in NYC, come to Wit’s End and dance and drink Prohibition era cocktails as we welcome Svetlana Shmulyian and the Delancey Five! www.facebook.com/delanceyfive
They will be performing hard swinging 20s-40s jazz standards as well as charismatic originals at Flute Midtown for the monthly Wit’s End party in an authentic 1920s speakeasy (Texas Guinan’s Club Intime, now at Flute Midtown, 205 W. 54th Street at Broadway)!
Our lovely hostess is burlesque showgirl Kita St Cyr! (https://twitter.com/kitastcyr)
Our co-sponsor is the Dorothy Parker Society (dorothyparker.com), the drinking club with a book problem.
Dress code: Jacket and tie, vintage or vintage-inspired, Jazz Age, evening wear, cocktail attire and of course, seasonal! 1920s, 30s and 40s vintage is encouraged!
Just $12 at the door!
Advance tickets on sale now: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3585264
Table reservations are available and encouraged; telephone Flute Midtown reservation line at 212.265.5169 to reserve a table.
Doors open at 7
Free dance lesson at 8:30!
Flute Midtown
205 West 54th
Basement 1
 
Sunday, May 26
Sock Hop Sundays!
Great dance music from the 50′s & 60′s!  Including Rock-n-Roll, Motown, Soul, R&B, and Doo Wop.
7:00-11:30pm
Upstairs at Iguana Cafe
240 West 54th Street btwn Broadway & 8th Ave
Admission $15, which includes coupon for $5 off house liquor, or wine/beer, or 2 free sodas, or $5 off of any food.
Questions? Comments? Email sockhopsundays@gmail.com or call Eric at 212.486.9517
www.sockhopsundays.com
 
Thursday, May 30
Emily Asher’s Garden Party
Radegast Hall
9pm
Brooklyn
 
Friday, May 31
Dances of Vice: Enchantment Under the Sea
On May 31st, Dances of Vice hep cats, rebels and sweethearts will converge to SRB Brooklyn to jive and swing to the live rhythms of Matthew Piazzi & the Debonairs, along with a fantastic spectacle of dance and cirque performances from your talented fellow classmates at Dances of Vice High.
9PM Swing with a Twist Dance Lesson
10:30PM Live Music by Matthew Piazzi & the Debonairs
Live Performances TBA. DJs Adam Lee and Sei (Rebel Night) spin jazz, swing, doowop, rockabilly and jive from the 1940s-50s.
9PM @ SRB Brooklyn, 177 2nd Ave
Admission: $25-40
TICKETS: http://enchantmentprom2013.eventbee.com/
VOTE FOR PROM KING & QUEEN! Dances of Vice invites you to submit a photo of your best 1950s style look to enter to be Prom King or Queen at this year’s dance. The two lucky winners will receive a pair of complimentary tickets and a bottle of vodka at a reserved table at the event.
Also, each participant will receive a $20 discount on admission just for entering the contest – submissions can be uploaded below or emailed to info@dancesofvice.com.
 
June 1 – 2
Laura Keat and Remy Kouame. Lindy Hop Workshops at Dance Manhattan.
 Special Lindy Hop classes with renowned instructor, Laura Keat and Boogie Woogie World Champion Remy Kouakou Kouame.
DANCE MANHATTAN 212-807-0802 to register!
SATURDAY:
2:15 – 3:15….”Swing Out!” — Make your swing outs stand out.
3:30 – 4:30….”Rock N Go- Move Fusion!” — Combining moves for fluid, creative dancing
4:45 – 5:45….”Find Your Groove” — Ever feel awkward to the medium and slower tempos of swing? Learn to adjust your style and movements to fit different tempos and get groovy.
SUNDAY:
11:30 – 12:30…..”Groove Juice Special” — Fun with rhythm changes in moves and footwork
12:45 – 1:45….”Following the Follow” — Follow’s learn the art of suggestion, while the leads learn how to steal inspiration from the follow’s momentum
2:00 – 3:00…..”Re-Mix” — Stealing inspiration from other dance styles
3:15 – 4:15….”Caribbean Shim Sham” Loosen up by borrowing from the classic Shim Sham routine to learn a fun variation of the Shim Sham! (prior knowledge of the Shim Sham is not required)
MASTERS SERIES – INVITATION ONLY
Friday:
7:00 – 8:00….”Connect” — Refine and enhance your connection to your partner and the music using these advanced concepts
(8:00 – 8:30….practice session)
Saturday:
1:00 – 2:00…..”Rhythm is our Business” — Adding rhythmic layers on top of the shapes of lead & follow
PREPAID PRICING BEFORE FRIDAY, MAY 24
1 workshop – $25
4 workshops – $90
7 workshops – $160
STANDARD PRICING
1 workshop – $30
4 workshops – $110
7 workshops – $190
MASTERS PRICING
Each workshop – $35
MASTERS STUDENT – SPECIAL PRICING
Purchase both masters classes and receive 20% off standard pricing on regular workshops for the weekend.
 
Saturday, June 1
Swing Remix
Champion Fulton Quintet with Special Guest Gordon Webster!
JCC
334 Amsterdam Avenue
In the 6500 sq foot gymnasium!
 
Tuesday, June 4
Swingeasy
TBA – No details available yet.
Check swingeasynyc.com or I’ll post details when they are announced.
 
Friday, June 7
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
Paying tribute to the Big Bands of the Classic Swing Era!
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
 
Saturday, June 8
Swing Dance Swing
92y
 
Sunday June 9
Sock Hop Sundays!
Great dance music from the 50′s & 60′s!  Including Rock-n-Roll, Motown, Soul, R&B, and Doo Wop.
7:00-11:30pm
Upstairs at Iguana Cafe
240 West 54th Street btwn Broadway & 8th Ave
Admission $15, which includes coupon for $5 off house liquor, or wine/beer, or 2 free sodas, or $5 off of any food.
Questions? Comments? Email sockhopsundays@gmail.com or call Eric at 212.486.9517
www.sockhopsundays.com
 
Summertime Outdoor Dance –  Live Swing Band 
Washington Square Park Bandshell / Across from NYU Library
(Close to the Garibaldi Statue)
-Svetlana and the Delancey Five -Adam Lee will DJ in between band sets
Great area for dancing and listening to a great band.
Events goes from 5 to 8 pm
Sunday June 9th
Trains F to West 4th
N & R to Astor Place
4, 5, 6 to 8th Street NYU -Astor Place
https://www.facebook.com/events/154514044726507/
 
Wednesday, June 12
Jason Prover and his Sneak Thievery Orchestra
Radegast Hall
9pm
Brooklyn
 
Thursday, June 13
Baby Soda Jazz Band
Radegast Hall
6pm
Brooklyn
 
Friday, June 14
Hudson River Park’s Sunset on the Hudson
Baby Soda Jazz Band
7pm
Pier 45 in Greenwich Village
Free!
1 at Christopher St.
M8
Friday nights mean great local music on Pier 45! Join us every Friday night at Hudson River Park’s Pier 45 at 7pm to hear some of NYC’s best local artists!
Joel Beaver Quartet
Radegast Hall8pmBrooklyn
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16
The 8th Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Michael Arenella and His Dreamland Orchestra invites you to join us on this hidden gem just off the southeastern tip of Manhattan, nestled in the heart of majestic New York Harbor.
Under a shady grove of centuries-old trees, caressed by fresh sea air, a sprawling green surrounded by historic officers’ quarters and 18th century naval ramparts becomes the setting for a true Gatsby affair. A recession-friendly $15 admission gives you access to one of the Summer’s most magnificent celebrations.
Widely anticipated by flappers, sporting gents and tiny tots alike, this event has been featured and reviewed consistently by The New York Times, who selected the Jazz Age Lawn Party as one of the most memorable parties of 2009 and 2010.
 
Wednesday, June 19
Professor Cunningham and His Old School
Radegast Hall9pmBrooklyn
 
 
Thursday, June 20
Emily Asher’s Garden Party
Radegast Hall9pmBrooklyn
 
Tuesday, June 25
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
 
Wednesday, June 26
Gordon’s Grand Street Stompers
Radegast Hall9pmBrooklyn
 
Thursday, June 27
Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88′s
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
 
Jessy Carolina and the Hot Mess
Radegast Hall9pmBrooklyn
 
Saturday, June 29
Seasonal Dance Bash Party
NON-Stop Music on 3 Dance Floors
LIVE Swing Band PLUS
DJ Mixed Dance Room PLUS
DJ Frankie Martinez in the SALSA DURA room
Free dance lesson at 7p,
Party begins 8pm to Midnight.
Only $15!!! before 9pm $18 after 9pm
You Should Be Dancing
412 Eighth Avenue
 
Sunday, June 30
The Pookestra presents “I <3 Gypsy Jazz”
curated by Svetlana Shmulyian + Carolin Pook
LISTEN / DANCE / PLAY / DRINK!!!! and BE AMAZED!!!!!!
(beautiful hard wood floor for dancing)
7:30
the PooKESTRA
feat. vocalists Svetlana Shmulyian, Anastasiya Roytman, Alastair Ottesen, Sarah Renfro + Doron Diamond
Scott Tixier / violin, Frederika Krier / violin, Jen Herman / viola
Brian Sanders / cello, Craig Akin / double bass, Pascal Niggenkemper / double bass
Christof Knoche / bass clarinet, flute, Harmonica, Paul Orbell / Pedal Steel guitar, guitar, electronics, tba / drums
Carolin Pook / direction, arrangments
8:30
Swing Dance Class to Django records (DJ – TBD) (TEACHER TBD)
the L.E.S. HOT CLUB – Gypsy Swing
Joel Beaver / lead guitar
Glenn Tosto / rhythm guitar
Ari Folman-Cohen / double bass
Carolin Pook / violin
+ special guest Svetlana Shmulyian / voice
9:30
BIG GYPSY JAZZ JAM
all musicians and dancers welcome on stage!
– only $10 for the whole night –
Shapeshifter Lab
18 Whitwell Place, Brooklyn NY
 
Sock Hop Sundays!
Great dance music from the 50′s & 60′s!  Including Rock-n-Roll, Motown, Soul, R&B, and Doo Wop.
7:00-11:30pm
Upstairs at Iguana Cafe
240 West 54th Street btwn Broadway & 8th Ave
Admission $15, which includes coupon for $5 off house liquor, or wine/beer, or 2 free sodas, or $5 off of any food.
Questions? Comments? Email sockhopsundays@gmail.com or call Eric at 212.486.9517
www.sockhopsundays.com
 
Tuesday, July 2
Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
Thursday, July 4
Battle of the Bands:  The George Gee Swing Orchestra vs. Mora’s Modern Rhythmists
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
Friday, July 5
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
39 West 19th St., 5th Floor
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
Tuesday, July 9
Ray Gelato with the City Rhythm Orchestra
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
 
Friday, July 12
Hudson River Park’s Sunset on the Hudson
Baby Soda Jazz Band
7pm
Pier 45 in Greenwich Village
Free!
1 at Christopher St.
M8
Friday nights mean great local music on Pier 45! Join us every Friday night at Hudson River Park’s Pier 45 at 7pm to hear some of NYC’s best local artists!
 
Saturday, July 13
Harlem Renaissance Orchestra:  Tribute to Illinois Jaquet
Dance Floor Opens:  6:00
Group Dance Lesson:  6:30–7:15
Music and Dancing
Live sets at 7:30–8:30 and 9:00–10:00
(unless otherwise noted)
Single Tickets $17
Includes dance lesson and admission for one.
Midsummer Night Passes
Receive big savings and guaranteed admission to the dance floor.
Great for couples—use them for up to two dancers per night.
New this year: Passholders get free bag check
Season Pass $170
Six-Dance Pass $84
Four-Dance Pass $60
Day of Event
Before 5:00, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes at the Avery Fisher Hall Box Office. After 5:30, purchase or pick up tickets or Swing Passes in Damrosch Park.
To ensure your safety and that of all dancers, bags and purses, regardless of size, may NOT be brought onto the dance floor. We strongly recommend that you leave your bags at home, but if you need to bring them, you must use the bag check in Damrosch Park for a fee of $3.
Midsummer Night Swing takes place in Damrosch Park, located at the southwest corner of Lincoln Center, at 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues.
Subway: Take the 1, A, B, C, D to 59th Street–Columbus Circle, proceed north on Columbus Avenue and turn west on 62nd Street, or take the 1 train to 66th Street–Lincoln Center, enter through the Plaza towards Damrosch Park.
Bus: M5, M7, M11, M20, M66, M104 to Lincoln Center.
Parking: Lincoln Center Park and Lock Garage entrance on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam.
 
Sunday July 14
Moon Dance with George Gee Swing Orchestra
 
August 2 – 5
New York City’s International Blues Dance Exchange!
3 Days of Dancing with instructors and dancers from all over the world, converging on New York City for one great weekend.
www.NocturneBlues.com
Registration is now OPEN! It is in a tier system, first come first serve. To go straight to registration, click here:
www.nocturneblues.open-dance.net
What does this weekend have in store for you??
– We are celebrating the first ever International Blues Music Day, August 3rd, 2013.
http://www.facebook.com/internationalbluesmusicday
– Workshops all day Sat & Sun, dances and parties into the wee hours of the morning.
– Competitions and performances for dancers of all levels
With this event we hope to…
–Celebrate the culture and history of Blues in conjunction with the first ever International Blues Music Day.
–Bring the National and International Blues Dance communities together for an exchange of ideas, culture, and movement.
–Inspire and grow the NYC Blues Dance community (and surrounding areas).
 
Friday, August 9′
Hudson River Park’s Sunset on the Hudson
Baby Soda Jazz Band
7pm
Pier 45 in Greenwich Village
Free!
1 at Christopher St.
M8
Friday nights mean great local music on Pier 45! Join us every Friday night at Hudson River Park’s Pier 45 at 7pm to hear some of NYC’s best local artists!
Hudson River Park’s Sunset on the Hudson
Sunday August 11
Moon Dance with David Berger Orchestra
 
August 16-18
Kevin St Laurent and Jo Hoffberg. Lindy Hop Workshops at Dance Manhattan
 
Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18
The 8th Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Michael Arenella and His Dreamland Orchestra invites you to join us on this hidden gem just off the southeastern tip of Manhattan, nestled in the heart of majestic New York Harbor.
Under a shady grove of centuries-old trees, caressed by fresh sea air, a sprawling green surrounded by historic officers’ quarters and 18th century naval ramparts becomes the setting for a true Gatsby affair. A recession-friendly $15 admission gives you access to one of the Summer’s most magnificent celebrations.
Widely anticipated by flappers, sporting gents and tiny tots alike, this event has been featured and reviewed consistently by The New York Times, who selected the Jazz Age Lawn Party as one of the most memorable parties of 2009 and 2010.
 
Saturday, August 24
Hudson River Park’s Blues BBQ Festival pairs America’s best Blues and Roots musicians with Brother Jimmy’s and Dinosaur BBQ, two of New York City’s best BBQ restaurants, for an unforgettable summer day on the Hudson River! 
Kaki King, Tracy Nelson, Heritage Blues Orchestra, Nikki Hill, Lucky Peterson featuring Tamara Peterson
Pier 84
2pm
 
August 30 – September 2
Gypsy Jam
 
Friday, September 6
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
39 West 19th St., 5th Floor
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
 
September 27 – October 1
NYC Shag Summit
Info TBA
 
Saturday, September 28
Seasonal Dance Bash Party
NON-Stop Music on 3 Dance Floors
LIVE Swing Band PLUSDJ Mixed Dance Room
PLUS DJ Frankie Martinez in the SALSA DURA room
Free dance lesson at 7p,
Party begins 8pm to Midnight.Only $15!!! before 9pm $18 after 9pm
You Should Be Dancing
412 Eighth Avenue
 
Friday, October 4
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
39 West 19th St., 5th Floor
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
 
Friday, November 1
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
39 West 19th St., 5th Floor
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
 
Saturday, November 9
Swing Dance Swing
92 y
 
Friday, December 6
George Gee at Dance Manhattan
THE GEORGE GEE 17pc. SWING ORCHESTRA
9pm–12:30am
39 West 19th St., 5th Floor
The Night Features:
• Live music by George Gee & his 17 Swingin’ Cats!
Admission: $20 cash at the door
 
Saturday, December 21
Seasonal Dance Bash Party
NON-Stop Music on 3 Dance Floors
LIVE Swing Band PLUSDJ Mixed Dance Room
PLUS DJ Frankie Martinez in the SALSA DURA room
Free dance lesson at 7p,
Party begins 8pm to Midnight.Only $15!!! before 9pm $18 after 9pm
You Should Be Dancing
412 Eighth Avenue
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A Lindy Memory…

If you haven’t seen this video before, please check it out.  This blog is followed around the world, so please share within your local lindy scene.  This post is in tribute to a dear friend who conceived and co-choreographed/directed this flash mob and introduced me to the Lindy Hop.  If you can, please click through and watch it on YouTube, I’d like to see the view counter rise.  Thanks.

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