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Special Events 2008
May 3
(Saturday) - Don't miss The
Murfreesboro Jazz Fest, http://www.mainstreetjazzfest.com/
with great bands like Music
City Swing http://www.musiccityswing.com/May 3 (Saturday) - Jump, Jive & Swing! presents "PROM 1957", an evening of Big Band and Ballroom dancing and lessons in a wholesome (and incredibly fun!) environment. A special 1950's themed event with a special surprise guest live orchestra! "Jump, Jive & Swing!" is an evening of Big Band Swing and Ballroom dancing, lessons and great fun. Come on down, learn some new moves and spend the evening dancing in a wholesome (and incredibly fun!) environment. Group lessons are Ballroom from 7:45 to 8:15 pm, and Swing from 8:15 to 8:30pm, with dancing until 11:00 pm. Located at 409 Franklin Road, Brentwood, in the ballroom/auditorium of Otter Creek Church (formerly Brentwood Baptist ChurchLiving Word Community Church). Featuring an awesome hardwood dance floor, great acoustics and ambiance, and plenty of free parking. Singles and couples of all ages welcome! All "Jump, Jive & Swing!" events are smoke and alcohol free, family friendly, and held in a God-honoring environment. This special event is only $7 per person at the door, and includes a complimentary buffet of appetizers, soft drinks, coffee and desserts. Proceeds support "Youth for Truth" a ministry and mentor program for at-risk urban young people. Please call (615) 294-4858 for additional information or email swwillis@bellsouth.net May 4 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ May 9 (Friday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics Senior Prom, and dance to the wonderful music of The Bill Sleeter Trio, playing your fun & romantic dance favorites. This a favorite dance for choosing your special dance outfits. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, with hors d'oeuvres at 6:30. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm This dance is co-sponsored by St Clair Street Senior Center & Murfreesboro Parks and Recreaton. May10 (Saturday) - Big Band Music Appreciation Society is hosting their mothly party. Jim & Naomi are being joined by Joe & Connie Katimi, and they are back at the Eastwood Christian Church, located at 1601 Eastland Ave. Cost is only $5.00, and that includes the dance lesson from Joe & Connie at 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, as Naomi & Jim DJ your favorite types of swing tunes to keep you on the dance floor all night. No partner or experience needed, dances are always smoke & alcohol free in a lovely old church hall with hardwood floor. Refreshments are available, all ages are welcome, and dress is casual with hard-soled shoes appropriate for the floor Also, for your comfort and safety, shoes that will stay on your feet are recommended and avoid spike heels. For more info, call Naomi Craig at 227-1854 or email ilove2dance49@hotmail.com This will be their last dance until September. Come see everyone at the Centennial Park Dances May 24, 25, 26 (Saturday, Sunday, Monday) - The Southern Rhapsody Dance Society (SRDS) is again hosting Memorial Day in Music City dance festival. The dance event will be held at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Resort in Nashville, which gives over 4000 sq. ft.of dance floor. Southern Rhapsody Dance Society has gained the reputation of producing the best Big Band “Social” Ballroom Dances by combining great bands, large dance floors, beautiful accommodations, and good people, at reasonable prices. There will be 3 Dances (Sat-Sun-Mon), 2 nights Accommodations (Sat-Sun), Welcome Reception (Sat), Dinner & Dance Exhibition (Sun), 2 Breakfasts (Sun-Mon), and a Group Dance Lesson (Sun. afternoon). The bands are: Bobby Layne Orchestra - Sat. Night Edd Jones Orchestra - Sun. Night Debbi Bailes and The Music City Music Makers - Mon. “Tea Dance” For more info, costs & reservations, contact them at 877-212-6555 toll free (6-9pm CST, M-F) or Fax Reservations to: 615-746-9755 anytime, or check out their web site http://www.southernrhapsodydancesociety.com/ June 1 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ June 14 (Saturday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics and dance to the wonderful music of The Debbi Bailes Trio, always a favorite dance band. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm July 6 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ July 13, 14, 15 (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday) - The Southern Rhapsody Dance Society (SRDS) is again hosting “Summer Nights” Dance Festival at the famous Indiana Roof Ballroom, located in the Embasssy Suites Hotel, at 140 West Washington St. in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. This will provide over 8000 sq ft of dance floor. Southern Rhapsody Dance Society has gained the reputation of producing the best Big Band “Social” Ballroom Dances by combining great bands, large dance floors, beautiful accommodations, and good people, at reasonable prices. The package includes 3 Dances (Sun-Mon-Tue), 2 nights Accommodations (Sun-Mon), Hotel Manager’s Reception (Sun-Mon Evening), Dance Exhibition (Mon), 2 Breakfasts (Mon-Tue), and a Group Dance Lesson (Mon afternoon). The bands are: Jack Morgan & The Russ Morgan Orchestra - Sun. Night Edd Jones Orchestra - Mon. Night Lonny Lynn Orchestra - Tue. “Tea Dance” For more info, costs & reservations, contact them at 877-212-6555 toll free (6-9pm CST, M-F) or Fax Reservations to: 615-746-9755 anytime. or check out their web site http://www.southernrhapsodydancesociety.com/ July 19 (Saturday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics Luau Dance and dance to the wonderful music of The Debbi Bailes Trio, playing your fun & romantic dance favorites. Dress for the event (and the summer heat) or dress as you please, just be sure to come. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, with hors d'oeuvres at 6:30. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm This dance is co-sponsored by St Clair Street Senior Center & Murfreesboro Parks and Recreaton. August 3 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ August 15 (Friday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics and dance to the wonderful music of The Bill Sleeter Trio, always a favorite dance band. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm September 7 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ September 12 (Friday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics and dance to the wonderful music of Debbi Bailes Trio, always a favorite dance band. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm September 13 (Saturday) - Big Band Music Appreciation Society is hosting their mothly party. Jim & Naomi are being joined by Joe & Connie Katimi, and they are back at the Eastwood Christian Church, located at 1601 Eastland Ave. Cost is only $5.00, and that includes the dance lesson from Joe & Connie at 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, as Naomi & Jim DJ your favorite types of swing tunes to keep you on the dance floor all night. No partner or experience needed, dances are always smoke & alcohol free in a lovely old church hall with hardwood floor. Refreshments are available, all ages are welcome, and dress is casual with hard-soled shoes appropriate for the floor Also, for your comfort and safety, shoes that will stay on your feet are recommended and avoid spike heels. For more info, call Naomi Craig at 227-1854 or email ilove2dance49@hotmail.com October 5 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ October 11 (Saturday) - Big Band Music Appreciation Society is hosting their mothly party. Jim & Naomi are being joined by Joe & Connie Katimi, and they are back at the Eastwood Christian Church, located at 1601 Eastland Ave. Cost is only $5.00, and that includes the dance lesson from Joe & Connie at 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, as Naomi & Jim DJ your favorite types of swing tunes to keep you on the dance floor all night. No partner or experience needed, dances are always smoke & alcohol free in a lovely old church hall with hardwood floor. Refreshments are available, all ages are welcome, and dress is casual with hard-soled shoes appropriate for the floor Also, for your comfort and safety, shoes that will stay on your feet are recommended and avoid spike heels. For more info, call Naomi Craig at 227-1854 or email ilove2dance49@hotmail.com October 24 (Saturday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics and dance to the wonderful music of Four's Company, a four-piece band that plays your dance favorites. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm November 2 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ November 8 (Saturday) - Big Band Music Appreciation Society is hosting their mothly party. Jim & Naomi are being joined by Joe & Connie Katimi, and they are back at the Eastwood Christian Church, located at 1601 Eastland Ave. Cost is only $5.00, and that includes the dance lesson from Joe & Connie at 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, as Naomi & Jim DJ your favorite types of swing tunes to keep you on the dance floor all night. No partner or experience needed, dances are always smoke & alcohol free in a lovely old church hall with hardwood floor. Refreshments are available, all ages are welcome, and dress is casual with hard-soled shoes appropriate for the floor Also, for your comfort and safety, shoes that will stay on your feet are recommended and avoid spike heels. For more info, call Naomi Craig at 227-1854 or email ilove2dance49@hotmail.com November 21 (Friday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics and dance to the wonderful music of The Bill Sleeter Trio, always a favorite dance band. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm December 7 (Sunday) - The Music City Chapter of USA Dance (formerly USABDA) is holding their monthly dance party at DanceWorld. With Dr. Ming Wang as their president, and great people in the group, they have new style & energy. Dance World has 2 large dance floors, and is conveniently located at 630 Rundle Avenue. Plan to arrive at 2:00 PM for the free lesson by one of their professional instructors, then stay for the open dancing until 5:30 PM. Cost is only $10 for members and $12 for non members, and no partner is needed, just come & have fun. For more info, check out the Dance World web site, http://www.danceworldtn.com/ December 12 (Friday) - Come to The St. Clair Classics Holiday dance and dance to the wonderful music of The Debbi Bailes Trio, playing your fun & romantic dance favorites. This is your chance to dress for the holidays, or dress as you please, just be sure to come. Dancing is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, with hors d'oeuvres at 6:30. The event is at The St. Clair Senior Center, located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro, and cost is only a $5 per person donation at the door. Nice Center and friendly folks, the dance is for those age 60 & up, and guests of those 60 & up only. For more info, call Yvonne Jones 896-6050, or Art & Gladys Paradis, 895-7867, or contact the Center at 615 848-2550, or check out their web site http://www.murfreesborotn.gov/government/senior_center/senior_center_index.htm This dance is co-sponsored by St Clair Street Senior Center & Murfreesboro Parks and Recreaton. December 13 (Saturday) - Big Band Music Appreciation Society is hosting their mothly party. Jim & Naomi are being joined by Joe & Connie Katimi, and they are back at the Eastwood Christian Church, located at 1601 Eastland Ave. Cost is only $5.00, and that includes the dance lesson from Joe & Connie at 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, as Naomi & Jim DJ your favorite types of swing tunes to keep you on the dance floor all night. No partner or experience needed, dances are always smoke & alcohol free in a lovely old church hall with hardwood floor. Refreshments are available, all ages are welcome, and dress is casual with hard-soled shoes appropriate for the floor Also, for your comfort and safety, shoes that will stay on your feet are recommended and avoid spike heels. For more info, call Naomi Craig at 227-1854 or email ilove2dance49@hotmail.com
By request, we're posting the 2008 schedule of Big
Band Dances at the Indiana Roof Ballroom, located in the
Embasssy Suites Hotel, at 140 West
Washington St. in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Outstanding ballroom,
exceptional bands, and only $13 per person. Dances are from 5:00
to 9:00 pm Eastern Time Zone,
doors open at 4:00. Cash bar & food available (you kn longer
bring your own). For more info, check out
their website www.indianaroof.com/
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