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Sun 12 Sep 2010 – The Mayor\’s Thames Festival – Lady Luck Jive Stage (Sunday)

Posted at September 12, 2010 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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The Mayor's Thames Festival - Lady Luck Jive Stage (Sunday)
When
Sunday, September 12, 2010
12:00pm - All Ages Buy Tickets
Where
Tate Modern (map)
South Bank
London, United Kingdom
Other Info
If you've ever wondered about our Facebook group's photo, it's a photo of us dancing at the Tate Modern for the Thames Festival a few years ago.

And guess what, the swinging stage is this year located back at the Tate Modern.

The Festival runs for two days, and features the best bands and DJs, and a few dance lessons from the likes of LSDS and Maddy's Jiving School.

This Facebook event invitation is for the Sunday, for the Saturday invitation, see our Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2244903317


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THE MAYOR'S THAMES FESTIVAL 2010

Lady Luck - Jive Stage
Sat 11 – Sun 12 September 2010 / 12 noon - 10pm

Tate Modern Forecourt, London

Now a firm festival favourite, the Jive Stage and al fresco ballroom return with a jam-packed weekend of swing, jive and lindy-hop for all, whether you're an aficionado on the dance floor or just a beginner.

Each day starts with an open dance class followed by live bands, cabaret and burlesque shows and some of the best DJs on the circuit.

Sunday line-up

12noon Maddy's Jiving School

2pm The Jive Aces

3pm DJ Count Sizzle

4pm The Mule Skinners

5pm DJ Lady Kamikaze

6pm Sugar Ray Ford, Zephyrs of Swing

7pm DJ Lady Kamikaze

7.31 The Strumpettes

7.46 The Baron and Missy's Misadventures

8pm James Hunter

9pm DJ El Nino

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Sat 11 Sep 2010 – The Mayor\’s Thames Festival – Lady Luck Jive Stage (Saturday)

Posted at September 11, 2010 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
SDL
The Mayor's Thames Festival - Lady Luck Jive Stage (Saturday)
When
Saturday, September 11, 2010
12:00pm - All Ages Buy Tickets
Where
Tate Modern (map)
South Bank
London, United Kingdom
Other Info
If you've ever wondered about our Facebook group's photo, it's a photo of us dancing at the Tate Modern for the Thames Festival a few years ago.

And guess what, the swinging stage is this year located back at the Tate Modern.

The Festival runs for two days, and features the best bands and DJs, and a few dance lessons from the likes of LSDS and Maddy's Jiving School.

This Facebook event invitation is for the Saturday, for the Sunday invitation, see our Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2244903317


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THE MAYOR'S THAMES FESTIVAL 2010

Lady Luck - Jive Stage
Sat 11 – Sun 12 September 2010 / 12 noon - 10pm

Tate Modern Forecourt, London

Now a firm festival favourite, the Jive Stage and al fresco ballroom return with a jam-packed weekend of swing, jive and lindy-hop for all, whether you're an aficionado on the dance floor or just a beginner.

Each day starts with an open dance class followed by live bands, cabaret and burlesque shows and some of the best DJs on the circuit.

Saturday line-up

12noon London Swing Dance Society

2pm The Bombshellettes

3pm DJ Tim Jumpin' Jive

4pm La Belle Vie Band

5pm DJ Lady Kamikaze

6pm Dom James and his Dixie Ticklers

7pm DJ El Nino

7.30 The Strumpettes

7.45 The Baron and Missy's Misadventures

8pm Number Nine

9pm DJ El Nino

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Sun 05 Sep 2010 – SDL: Swing Dance Picnic (Sep 2010 edition)

Posted at September 5, 2010 2:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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SDL: Swing Dance Picnic (Sep 2010 edition)
When
Sunday, September 5, 2010
2:00pm - All Ages
Where
Regent's Park (map)
London

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle.Then take the the first path on your right.This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left.We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

Other Info
Next To Regent's Park Boathouse


The series of summer picnics continues this month at Regent's Park with fresh new music!

If the weather has a tantrum I should have an alternative venue, so keep alert for the latest info or venue details on my backup mobile: 07910 028 075.


We offer:

1. The thrilling suspense of unknown weather!

2. 3pm a FREE shag dance class from Paul and Natasha of The Quick! Quick! Club. Website: http://www.thequickquickclub.co.uk/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=73030129702&ref=ts

3. Entertainment from the inimitable Mr John Barnes.

4. Dance jam sessions: 'Show and ask' your dance moves!

Occasional, short, sharp sessions in an informal separate group within the dance picnic
to share your dance experience and learn from each. All levels welcome. Ask for Neil
or Adrian on the day to show your interest. Announcements will be made during the
picnic.

5. A beautiful part of Regent's Park with all essential facilities nearby (after many hours
research).

6. Dancing in the dappled sunshine of shading trees.

7. Continuous swing music from the swing-beat boom-box of Neil Delany.



You bring:

1. Yourself, friends & family.

2. A favourite swing track or two to play.

3. Food & drink, maybe even some to share!

4. A fierce determination to have a fun, relaxed attitude.

5. A blanket, suntan lotion, sunglasses, umbrella, wellies and a hoodie!

6. Most important of all, besides your good selves: an azure sky, moderate humidity and a gentle cooling breeze (we live in hope).


Time: 2pm-7pm+


Cost: Absolutely Free (Optional donation of £1 to cover cost of batteries).


Venue:

The triangular island of green next to the Children's Boating Pond and in front of the Boathouse Café, Regent's Park.

Nearest tubes: Baker Street and Marylebone.
Nearest mainline overground station: Marylebone.


Directions:

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle. Then take the first path on your right. This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left. We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

For a map, check out the link below:
http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/regents_park/


Remember, the venue is next to the Boathouse.

Adrian (organiser)

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Sun 08 Aug 2010 – SDL: Swing Dance Picnic (Aug 2010 edition)

Posted at August 8, 2010 2:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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SDL: Swing Dance Picnic (Aug 2010 edition)
When
Sunday, August 8, 2010
2:00pm - All Ages
Where
Regent's Park (map)
London

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle.Then take the the first path on your right.This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left.We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

Other Info
Swing Dance Picnic: August Edition, on Sunday, 8th August, 2010

Next To Regent's Park Boathouse


The series of summer picnics continues this month at Regent's Park with fresh new music!

If the weather has a tantrum I should have an alternative venue, so keep alert for the latest info or venue details on my backup mobile: 07910 028 075.


We offer:

1. The thrilling suspense of unknown weather!

2. 3pm a FREE shag dance class from Paul and Natasha of The Quick! Quick! Club. Website: http://www.thequickquickclub.co.uk/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=73030129702&ref=ts

3. Entertainment from the inimitable Mr John Barnes.

4. Dance jam sessions: 'Show and ask' your dance moves!

Occasional, short, sharp sessions in an informal separate group within the dance picnic
to share your dance experience and learn from each. All levels welcome. Ask for Neil
or Adrian on the day to show your interest. Announcements will be made during the
picnic.

5. A beautiful part of Regent's Park with all essential facilities nearby (after many hours
research).

6. Dancing in the dappled sunshine of shading trees.

7. Continuous swing music from the swing-beat boom-box of Neil Delany.



You bring:

1. Yourself, friends & family.

2. A favourite swing track or two to play.

3. Food & drink, maybe even some to share!

4. A fierce determination to have a fun, relaxed attitude.

5. A blanket, suntan lotion, sunglasses, umbrella, wellies and a hoodie!

6. Most important of all, besides your good selves: an azure sky, moderate humidity and a gentle cooling breeze (we live in hope).


Time: 2pm-7pm+


Cost: Absolutely Free (Optional donation of £1 to cover cost of batteries).


Venue:

The triangular island of green next to the Children's Boating Pond and in front of the Boathouse Café, Regent's Park.

Nearest tubes: Baker Street and Marylebone.
Nearest mainline overground station: Marylebone.


Directions:

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle. Then take the first path on your right. This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left. We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

For a map, check out the link below:
http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/regents_park/


Remember, the venue is next to the Boathouse.

Adrian (organiser)

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Sun 11 Jul 2010 – SDL Swing Dance Picnic – July 2010 edition

Posted at July 11, 2010 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
SDL
SDL Swing Dance Picnic - July 2010 edition
When
Sunday, July 11, 2010
2:00pm - All Ages
Where
Regent's Park (map)
London

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle.Then take the the first path on your right.This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left.We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

Other Info
Swing Dance Picnic: July Edition, on Sunday, 11th July, 2010

Next To Regent's Park Boathouse


The series of summer picnics continues this month at Regent's Park with fresh new music!

If the weather has a tantrum I may have a possible alternative venue, so keep alert
for the latest info or venue details on my backup mobile: 07910 028 075.


We offer:

1. The thrilling suspense of unknown weather!

2. 3pm a FREE blues class from dance teacher Carter Holloran of blues revolution.co.uk

3. Entertainment from the inimitable Mr John Barnes.

4. Dance jam sessions: 'Show and ask' your dance moves!

Occasional, short, sharp sessions in an informal separate group within the dance picnic
to share your dance experience and learn from each. All levels welcome. Ask for Neil
or Adrian on the day to show your interest. Announcements will be made during the
picnic.

5. A beautiful part of Regent's Park with all essential facilities nearby (after many hours
research).

6. Dancing in the dappled sunshine of shading trees.

7. Continuous swing music from the swing-beat boom-box of Neil Delany.



You bring:

1. Yourself, friends & family.

2. A favourite swing track or two to play.

3. Food & drink, maybe even some to share!

4. A fierce determination to have a fun, relaxed attitude.

5. A blanket, suntan lotion, sunglasses, umbrella, wellies and a hoodie!

6. Most important of all, besides your good selves: an azure sky, moderate humidity and a gentle cooling breeze (we live in hope).


Time: 2pm-7pm+


Cost: Absolutely Free (Optional donation of £1 to cover cost of batteries. Once reached,
further contributions will be refused).


Venue:

The triangular island of green next to the Children's Boating Pond and in front of the Boathouse Café, Regent's Park.

Nearest tubes: Baker Street and Marylebone.
Nearest mainline overground station: Marylebone.


Directions:

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle. Then take the first path on your right. This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left. We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

For a map, check out the link below:
http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/regents_park/


Remember, the venue is next to the Boathouse.

Adrian (organiser)

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