From: SwingBuffalo <swingbuffalo@gmail.com>

Date: July 9, 2009 9:01:11 AM EDT

Subject: SwingBuffalo

The Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Charleston, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, & Blues Dance Mailing List of Swing Buffalo (for Buffalo and the surrounding area)...

Balboa Study Group is tomorrow. We're having an open house. Feel free to come even if you don't know bal, but are interested. Lots of bands playing here and there. Only the ones which *might* have dancing are listed in the email. Check out SwingBuffalo.com for a slightly more comprehensive listing. Lindy Fix and Swing Schoolhouse can start your week off right next week. We will be opening registration for the SwingBuffalo Workshop Weekend this weekend. Be sure to sign up early for champion-level instruction in Lindy Hop and Balboa to take advantage of cheap early-bird rates!

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Buffalo Area Events

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Balboa Study Group *TOMORROW*

Rob's House

7:00 - 9:00 Friday July 10th 2009

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Sentimental Journey Band *THIS WEEKEND*

Niawanda Park, North Tonawanda, NY 14120

7:00 - 9:00 Sunday July 12th 2009

West Herr Gateway Harbor Concerts 2009

All shows are free!

Gateway Harbor Park

Sweeney & Webster Sts.

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Civiletto Sing Sinatra with the Pyramid Band *THIS WEEKEND*

Casimir Pulaski Cultural Center, Cheektowaga Town Park, Cheektowaga, NY

7:00 - 9:00 Sunday July 12th 2009

www.bestofwny.com/concerts_festivals/index.html

Creekside Concert Series 2009

All concerts will run from 7-9pm at the Casimir Pulaski Cultural Center in Cheektowaga Town Park. In the event of rain, the concerts will take place at the Alexander Community Center, located at 275 Alexander Avenue behind the Cheektowaga Recreation Center. Parking is available at the Recreation Center Arena. Lawn seating is available.

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Lindy Fix (DJ: Nate)

Shakti Yoga, 220 Lexington Ave., Buffalo

8:00 - 10:00 Monday July 13th 2009

Beginner Jitterbug Lesson 8-8:30

This is the lindy event in Buffalo and it's located just off Buffalo's famous Elmwood strip. Buffalo is finally on its way to establishing a lindy scene. For those of you who don't know, Lindy Hop is a form of swing dancing that came about in the late 20s and early 30s. It went through a resurgence in the mid to late 90s and is going strong across the US and dozens of other coutries. Swing dances featuring lindy are a very social event. Everyone dances with everyone, though it's not typicslly a dating venue. Swing is a lifestyle based on the pure joy of dance: focussed on fun. So bring your spirits and prepare to smile! Beginners are not only wanted, they are required! We need you to make this happen!

DJ'd swing music will feature Big Band, classic swing like the Rat Pack & Ella, Blues, & other popular contemporary swing music.

Lesson taught by Rob & Kate.

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Swing Schoolhouse

Quaker Bonnet Eatery, 175 Allen St. (between Elmwood & Delaware), Buffalo, NY

6:30 - 9:45 Tuesday July 14th 2009

http://swingbuffalo.com/swingschoolhouse.html

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American Legion Post 264 Band

Niawanda Park, North Tonawanda, NY 14120

7:00 - 9:00 Tuesday July 14th 2009

West Herr Gateway Harbor Concerts 2009

All shows are free!

Gateway Harbor Park

Sweeney & Webster Sts.

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Friday Night Jook Joint

African American Cultural Center, 350 Masten Ave., Buffalo, NY

9:00 - midnight: Friday July 17th 2009

The African American Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a live music series that will take place from 9 p. m. to midnight at 350 Masten Ave.

The Friday Night Jook Joint events will be held January 23, March 13, April 17, June 19 and July 17. The cost to attend is $15 person. Food and one beverage will be available to patrons for an additional $10 per person. Those seeking to attend all five performances will be charged $100 in advance, which includes entry to each event, as well as food and beverages.

Proceeds from the series will go toward the cost of mounting the 2009 African American Cultural Center Pine Grill Jazz Reunion, which will be held Aug. 2 and Aug. 9.

For more information, call 884-2013.

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Next Generation Swing with Chuck Chazz

Hamlin House, 432 Franklin Street, Buffalo

7:45 - 10:30 Sunday July 19th 2009

$6. Dress code enforced.

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Glenn Miller Orchestra

Mainstage Theater, Art Park, South Fourth Street, Lewiston, NY

2:00 - 4:00 Monday July 20th 2009

http://www.artpark.net/content/pages/big-band-series-glenn-miller-orchestra

The world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra makes a triumphant return to Artpark under the baton of renowned trombonist Larry O'Brien after its string of 10 consecutive annual performances came to a brief halt in 2008. Hailed by many as the \"Greatest Band of the Greatest Generation,\" the ensemble will once again swing thru the unforgettable tunes that have made Artpark's Mainstage Theater dance floor a very popular summertime destination, including \"In the Mood,\" \"String of Pearls,\" \"Chattanooga Choo Choo,\" \"Moonlight Serenade\" and \"Tuxedo Junction.\"

The legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful bandleaders back in the Swing Era of the 1930's and '40's. A matchless string of top-selling records, the constant impact of radio broadcasts, and the drawing power at theaters, hotels, and dance pavilions built and sustained Miller's popularity before his tragic death in 1945.

Due to his popularity, the Miller Estate authorized the formation of the present Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1956 under the direction of drummer Ray McKinley, who had become the unofficial leader of the Army Air Force Band after Glenn's disappearance. Since then, other leaders have followed McKinley, including clarinetists Buddy DeFranco and Peanuts Huncko, tenor saxophonist Dick Gerhart, trombonists Buddy Morrow and Jimmy Henderson and current bandleader Larry O'Brien.

Visit the Glenn Miller Orchestra online at www.glennmillerorchestra.com

Tickets:

$24.50, $29.50

Group Rates Available

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Lindy Fix (DJ: Venus)

Shakti Yoga, 220 Lexington Ave., Buffalo

8:00 - 10:00 Monday July 20th 2009

Beginner Jitterbug Lesson 8-8:30

DJ'd swing music will feature Big Band, classic swing like the Rat Pack & Ella, Blues, & other popular contemporary swing music.

Lesson taught by Rob & Kate.

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Glenn Miller Orchestra

Mainstage Theater, Art Park, South Fourth Street, Lewiston, NY

8:00 - 10:00 Monday July 20th 2009

http://www.artpark.net/content/pages/big-band-series-glenn-miller-orchestra

Visit the Glenn Miller Orchestra online at www.glennmillerorchestra.com

Tickets:

$24.50, $29.50

Group Rates Available

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Swing Schoolhouse

Quaker Bonnet Eatery, 175 Allen St. (between Elmwood & Delaware), Buffalo, NY

6:30 - 9:45 Tuesday July 21st 2009

http://swingbuffalo.com/swingschoolhouse.html

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Big Wheelie & The Hubcaps

Lincoln Arena, 1200 Parker Blvd. at Decatur Rd., Tonawanda, NY 14150

7:30 - 10:30 Wednesday July 22nd 2009

http://www.ttypr.com/town-events-miscellaneous/band-concerts/

833-7757

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Rochester Events

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Rochester Swing-In *TODAY*

St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, 2000 Highland Ave. (corner of Winton Rd.), Rochester

8:30 - 10:30 Thursday July 9th 2009

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Lindy Jam

Tango Cafe Ballroom, 389 Gregory Street, Rochester

8:30 - 10:30 Wednesday July 15th 2009

http://www.lindyjam.com/

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Rochester Swing-In

St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, 2000 Highland Ave. (corner of Winton Rd.), Rochester

8:30 - 10:30 Thursday July 16th 2009

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Groove Juice Special

Tango Cafe Ballroom, 389 Gregory Street , Rochester

7:00 - 11:00 Saturday July 18th 2009

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Lindy Jam

Tango Cafe Ballroom, 389 Gregory Street, Rochester

8:30 - 10:30 Wednesday July 22nd 2009

http://www.lindyjam.com/

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Other Nearby Events

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Lindystock 2009

Hart House Farm, 15911 Creditview Rd., Toronto, ON

Friday July 24th 2009 to Sunday July 26th 2009

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=82675443844

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National Events

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Ann Arbor Lindy Exchange (KISSME)

Ann Arbor

Friday July 17th 2009 to Sunday July 19th 2009

http://www.kissmeinannarbor.com/

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Connecticut Lindy Exchange

Connecticut

Friday July 24th 2009 to Sunday July 26th 2009

ctlx.org

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Camp Hollywood

LAX Marriott, 5855 Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Thursday July 30th 2009 to

http://www.camphollywood.net

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International Lindy Hop Championship

Washington, DC

Friday August 28th 2009 to Sunday August 30th 2009

ilhc.com

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SONH 2009 Dates

Camp Wicosuta, Hebron, NH

Wednesday September 2nd 2009 to Monday September 7th 2009