Cedar's Swing Night In Youngstown (10:00 pm)

Every Thursday at Cedar's Lounge has been Swing Night for over 10 years.  Come on down from 9pm - 1am.  Admission is always free, but please buy a drink or two to help the establishment.

Address is : 131 W Commerce St.  Youngstown, Ohio (Use the side entrance facing the parking lot)

330-743-6560 for info

Contact Info : 330-743-6560 Url: http://www.facebook.com/CedarsSwingNight

Bainbridge First Friday Swing Dance (8:00 pm - 11:30 pm)


Contact Info : Will Craig 216-316-0068 Email : willrcraig@gmail.com

Sunday Swing Sessions With Get Hep Swing (12:00 - noon)

Get Hep Swing is hosting Sunday Swing Sessions at the Beachland Ballroom. Here's the information about it:

What are they?
A combination of practice and social dance sessions open to dancers of all levels! Beginners are welcome! Sunday Swing Sessions begin with a half-hour mystery "taster" lesson taught by a GHS or guest instructor. Music of varying, but easy tempos will be provided by one of our great DJs for you to practice your Charleston, Balboa, or Lindy Hop.

Where:
The Beachland Ballroom (216-383-1124)
15711 Waterloo, RD
Cleveland, OH

When:
Nearly every Sunday from 12 PM to 3 PM (check out GetHepSwing.com for announcements/schedule)

How much does it cost?
All of this for only $5.00!

Extras!

• Enjoy brunch from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Beachland Tavern (sorry, brunch is not included in the cost of the session)
• GHS instructors on hand to answer your questions.

Contact Information:
For more information, please call Valerie at 216-347-1927 or email

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If you have some mad skills you'd like to share with the community and you're interested in teaching a 30-minute lesson, email us at SundaySwingSessions@gmail.com

Contact Info : Valerie Salstrom 216-374-1927 www.GetHepSwing.com SundaySwingSessions@gmail.com Email : SundaySwingSessions@gmail.com

THE DAN ZOLA ORCHESTRA (8:00 am - 9:00 am)

The Dan Zola Orchestra will perform at the 100th. Bomb Group 20920 Brookpark Rd. from 8-10 p.m  Come early and have dinner and stay for the great music.  The band performs all the great tunes from the big band/swing era featuring Dianne Palmer on the vocals and Dan doing his renditions of some of the Frank & Dean tunes.  $5 cover.  Call (216) 267-1010 for more info.

NEW CLASSES: Beginner Jitterbug / Balboa (Bal-Swing) (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

HISTORIC SPRINGVALE BALLROOM
5871 Canterbury Rd - North Olmsted - 44070 – 440-777-0161 / Info 440-892-7065

SWING DANCING EVERY WEDNESDAY!
Join us weekly as we teach the many varieties of swing!
NOW OFFERING BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE LESSONS!
Come for classes and stay for the dancing!

Looking for a place to PRACTICE your dance? There's no better place than Springvale Ballroom!
Open to everyone for practice, whether you take the lesson or not.

2010 WINTER / SPRING CLASSES... more to come!
APRIL - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / Balboa (working w/ small steps)
MAY - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / More Cool Tricks (there's always one up our sleeve)

GREAT DANCE MUSIC TO FOLLOW CLASSES EVERY WEEK!
Basic step will always be reviewed at beginning of each class and new moves will follow!
We encourage joining us weekly. Partners are not required.

TIME:
7:00 PM - Beginner Class
8:00 PM - Intermediate Class
* Followed by uninterrupted practice dance music until 10:15 PM.

COST: $7.00 per adult - $5.00 per student w/ ID
* Special future discounts if you attend selected weekly lessons.

For info visit: www.gottaswingdance.com or call 440-892-7065.

Email : info@gottaswingdance.com Url: http://www.gottaswingdance.com

Cedar's Swing Night In Youngstown (10:00 pm)

Every Thursday at Cedar's Lounge has been Swing Night for over 10 years.  Come on down from 9pm - 1am.  Admission is always free, but please buy a drink or two to help the establishment.

Address is : 131 W Commerce St.  Youngstown, Ohio (Use the side entrance facing the parking lot)

330-743-6560 for info

Contact Info : 330-743-6560 Url: http://www.facebook.com/CedarsSwingNight

LAKEWOOD SWING DANCE W/ GET HEP SWING (8:00 pm)

Get Hep Swing has been hosting dances at the Lakewood Masonic Temple the SECOND FRIDAY of every month for over 10 years!

This is one of THE BIGGEST swing dance in the area! Although attendance does flucuate, we typically get between 100 and 200 dancers at this monthly event.

The highly qualified swing dance instructors from Get Hep Swing teach a beginner/intermediate jitterbug lesson from 8-9 and everyone is welcome to partake in that lesson.

You DO NOT need a dance partner or any previous dance experience to attend the lesson or partake in the social dancing that follows.

We rotate partners in the pre-dance lesson and you will get the chance to dance with people of all abilities and ages.  Rotating partners is a great way to get the feel for the true lead/follow aspect of good partnered dancing.

Participating in the pre-dance lesson is a terrific way to meet a bunch of new people fast!

*We do not recommend this; but if you and your dance partner would prefer to not rotate during the lesson, please step outside of the dance circle during the lesson as to not interrupt the flow when we change partners.

Get Hep Swing provides LIVE MUSIC at 99.9% of their dances.  We only use DJed music for the lessons and band breaks.  This dance form evolved as a response to live music and we believe that it is important to continue to foster that important bond between dancers and musicians.

The band sets run between 9pm and midnight.

We feature some of the best bands from the area including; but not limited to:

Hepcat Revival, The Madison Crawl, Blues DeVille, The Boilermaker Jazz Band, Blue Lunch, The Dukes of Wail, The Joe Huner Band, The Mike Petrone Band, Demetrius Steinmetz, etc.

For exact details on which band is playing where and when, please see www.GetHepSwing.com under the events section.

The cost is $10 per person and $8 for students with a valid id.

The Lakewood Masonic Temple is located at 15300 Detroit Avenue.  Right near the intersection of Detroit and Warren/150th.  There is ample and secure parking behind the venue.   There is also plenty of street parking available.  Please enter through the front double doors.  This location is terrific because there are a multitude of wonderful coffee shops and restaurants very nearby. 

Frequently asked questions.

What do I wear?
Attire at the dances can range from super casual to VERY dressy.  Jeans are fine.  Sweat pants....ummm...not so much.  We are a tad more classy than that.  :)  Some fellas will bring a towel and a change of shirt (or two).  Think about it.  You are basically doing low impact aerobics for three/four hours.  The dryest people usually get asked to dance more often than the ones who look like they have just crawled out of a swamp.  :D  Get the picture??

What kind of shoes should I wear?
A comfy shoe that has a non-grippy sole is best.  The smoother/slicker the sole the better.  Worn out gym shoes work amazingly well.  As do dress shoes with a leather bottom.

Ladies:  Unless you are experienced in dancing in high heels, I would not recommend it.

You will notice that some people at the dances are wearing shoes that appear to not be ideal for dancing.  Those people have a secret.  They have modified the bottom of their shoes.
They have either had their "shoe man" grind down the bottom of the sole and attach suede or maybe they have done the low cost version and covered the sole in duct tape or athletic tape.

Do they sell drinks or food at this dance?
They DO sell limited drinks and snacks at the Lakewood dances right at the front desk.  Although the prices for the drinks and snacks are VERY reasonable you should really check out some of the great restaurants and coffee shops that downtown Lakewood has to offer. Try 56West just down the street from the venue.  They are YUMMY and VERY reasonably priced!

What are the ages of the people that come to the dances?
Wow!  That is what is so interesting about swing dancing.  It attractes people of literally ALL ages.  We get dancers as young as 13 and as old as ...umm, they won't tell us, but we think they are retired because they are tan in the Winter!  I would say most people are in their early twenties to early fifities.  Does that help any?  Probably not.

Swing dancers are a very easy going group of folks who are very friendly and encouraging.  Come join us and find out what you have been missing!

If you need more information please see www.GetHepSwing.com or phone Valerie (the owner of Get Hep Swing) at 216-374-1927.

Take care and see you on the dance floor soon!

Contact Info : Valerie Salstrom, Owner of Get Hep Swing, Ltd. info@GetHepSwing.com 216-374-1927 Email : info@GetHepSwing.com Url: http://www.GetHepSwing.com

Shim Sham Workshop (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)

Are you ready to learn the Shim Sham Line Dance?

Do you want to go out on the floor with Confidance?

OK then,    Here's how.

SHIM SHAM WORKSHOP   Course #0682
Sponsered by Kenston Community Education

Instructor: Will Craig

You will be taught the Frankie Manning version of the Shim Sham.

The Shim Sham is a line dance that is over 70 years old. It comes from the early Lindy Hoppers and Swing Dancers. The dance consists of a series of Jazz and Tap steps. Its popularity regained strength in the late 80's and is now danced world wide in swing dance communities.

You are encouraged to bring your own water and snacks. Wear or bring suitable clothing and dance shoes. Be well rested and ready for a day of fun and work.

For More Information Contact Will Craig, (216) 316-0068 or Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Saturday, April 10
1:00- 4:30 pm
Fee: $15 in advance, $20 walk-in

Timmons Elementary Multipurpose Room

9595 E. Washinghton Street

Chagrin Falls, Oh. 44023

3 Ways to pre register

1. On line, www.kenstoncommunityed.org 

2. By Phone, call KCE @ 440-543-2552

3. At the Swing Dance April 2nd. (The First Friday Swing Dance Bainbridge OH.)

 

Contact Info : Will Craig 216-316-0068 KCE 440-543-2552 Email : willrcraig@gmail.com

NEW CLASSES: Beginner Jitterbug / Balboa (Bal-Swing) (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

HISTORIC SPRINGVALE BALLROOM
5871 Canterbury Rd - North Olmsted - 44070 – 440-777-0161 / Info 440-892-7065

SWING DANCING EVERY WEDNESDAY!
Join us weekly as we teach the many varieties of swing!
NOW OFFERING BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE LESSONS!
Come for classes and stay for the dancing!

Looking for a place to PRACTICE your dance? There's no better place than Springvale Ballroom!
Open to everyone for practice, whether you take the lesson or not.

2010 WINTER / SPRING CLASSES... more to come!
APRIL - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / Balboa (working w/ small steps)
MAY - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / More Cool Tricks (there's always one up our sleeve)

GREAT DANCE MUSIC TO FOLLOW CLASSES EVERY WEEK!
Basic step will always be reviewed at beginning of each class and new moves will follow!
We encourage joining us weekly. Partners are not required.

TIME:
7:00 PM - Beginner Class
8:00 PM - Intermediate Class
* Followed by uninterrupted practice dance music until 10:15 PM.

COST: $7.00 per adult - $5.00 per student w/ ID
* Special future discounts if you attend selected weekly lessons.

For info visit: www.gottaswingdance.com or call 440-892-7065.

Email : info@gottaswingdance.com Url: http://www.gottaswingdance.com

Cedar's Swing Night In Youngstown (10:00 pm)

Every Thursday at Cedar's Lounge has been Swing Night for over 10 years.  Come on down from 9pm - 1am.  Admission is always free, but please buy a drink or two to help the establishment.

Address is : 131 W Commerce St.  Youngstown, Ohio (Use the side entrance facing the parking lot)

330-743-6560 for info

Contact Info : 330-743-6560 Url: http://www.facebook.com/CedarsSwingNight

UD's Spring Swing Affair (8:30 pm - 11:30 pm)

You're invited to The University of Dayton's Third Annual Spring Swing Affair! The dance is at Elegance in Dance Studio near the Dayton Mall (8967 Kingsridge Dr, Dayton, OH). There will be a beginner lesson held from 8:00-8:30pm and the dance begins at 8:30. The cost is only $4.00 (lesson included) and light refreshments are provided (this is an alcohol-free event). Feel free to dress up, or just wear whatever is comfortable!

Contact Info : Michelle Tomczyk, UD Swing Club officer Email : tomczymr@notes.udayton.edu

Swing Dance @ The Barn In Avon Lake (5:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

Hey All:

This old barn was not only converted into a stage but it also boasts a dance floor and a large deck off the back to chill and relax! The barn is also heated to take that chill off! This is a unique opportunity to dance to a great band which will keep you hopping!

 

SWING INTO SPRING!

Fundraiser to benefit “Music on a Mission”

Sunday April 18, 2010

Swing into Spring!!  Swing Dance Lesson

by Jitterbug & More

 

Followed by dancing to the Barn House Band:

Music on a Mission Band

 
TIME: 5:00-6:00 pm - swing dance lesson / 6 - 8:30 pm - Dance to oldies.

$10 donation requested

Space is limited so it is necessary to RSVP to:

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LOCATION:  - The Barnfull of Tunes:

31950 Krebs Rd., Avon Lake.

 

As always it's BYOB as well as munchie food. We provide the venue and the music. Come to listen or dance. You'll have a great time.

PAYMENT:

You can Pay at the door.  BUT BEST TO PAY IN ADVANCE  (checks payable to “Music on a Mission Inc” and send to the above address) AND WE GUARANTEE YOU ENTRANCE;  Otherwise, you take your chances as room is limited with a capacity of 90 and a few places to stand. NO TICKETS ISSUED. IF YOU PAY IN ADVANCE, WE'LL HAVE YOUR NAME ON THE LIST AT THE DOOR.  Or visit www.musicmissioninc.com and use PayPal.

Email : info@musicmissioninc.com Url: http://www.musicmissioninc.com

NEW CLASSES: Beginner Jitterbug / Balboa (Bal-Swing) (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

HISTORIC SPRINGVALE BALLROOM
5871 Canterbury Rd - North Olmsted - 44070 – 440-777-0161 / Info 440-892-7065

SWING DANCING EVERY WEDNESDAY!
Join us weekly as we teach the many varieties of swing!
NOW OFFERING BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE LESSONS!
Come for classes and stay for the dancing!

Looking for a place to PRACTICE your dance? There's no better place than Springvale Ballroom!
Open to everyone for practice, whether you take the lesson or not.

2010 WINTER / SPRING CLASSES... more to come!
APRIL - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / Balboa (working w/ small steps)
MAY - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / More Cool Tricks (there's always one up our sleeve)

GREAT DANCE MUSIC TO FOLLOW CLASSES EVERY WEEK!
Basic step will always be reviewed at beginning of each class and new moves will follow!
We encourage joining us weekly. Partners are not required.

TIME:
7:00 PM - Beginner Class
8:00 PM - Intermediate Class
* Followed by uninterrupted practice dance music until 10:15 PM.

COST: $7.00 per adult - $5.00 per student w/ ID
* Special future discounts if you attend selected weekly lessons.

For info visit: www.gottaswingdance.com or call 440-892-7065.

Email : info@gottaswingdance.com Url: http://www.gottaswingdance.com

Cedar's Swing Night In Youngstown (10:00 pm)

Every Thursday at Cedar's Lounge has been Swing Night for over 10 years.  Come on down from 9pm - 1am.  Admission is always free, but please buy a drink or two to help the establishment.

Address is : 131 W Commerce St.  Youngstown, Ohio (Use the side entrance facing the parking lot)

330-743-6560 for info

Contact Info : 330-743-6560 Url: http://www.facebook.com/CedarsSwingNight

Blue Lunch At Harpersfield Winery (7:30 pm - 10:30 pm)

Blue Lunch makes our monthly visit to the wonderful Harpersfield Winery, 6387 State Rt. 307W, Geneva, 44041. Band plays from 7:30pm until 10:30 pm.

Blue Lunch At House Of Swing (8:00 am - 9:00 am)

Blue Lunch appears at The House of Swing, 4490 Mayfield Road, South Euclid.

Band starts around 9:30pm

BOHEMIAN SWING DANCE W GET HEP SWING! (8:00 pm)

Get Hep Swing has been hosting dances at the Bohemian National Hall the last Saturday of every month for over 10 years!

This is THE BIGGEST swing dance in the area! Although attendance does flucutate, we typically get between 200 and 300 dancers at this monthly event.

The highly qualified swing dance instructors from Get Hep Swing teach a beginner/intermediate jitterbug lesson from 8-9 and everyone is welcome to partake in that lesson.

You DO NOT need a dance partner or any previous dance experience to attend the lesson or partake in the social dancing that follows.

We rotate partners in the pre-dance lesson and you will get the chance to dance with people of all abilities and ages.  Rotating partners is a great way to get the feel for the true lead/follow aspect of good partnered dancing.

Participating in the pre-dance lesson is a terrific way to meet a bunch of new people fast!

*We do not recommend this; but if you and your dance partner would prefer to not rotate during the lesson, please step outside of the dance circle during the lesson as to not interrupt the flow when we change partners.

Get Hep Swing provides LIVE MUSIC at 99.9% of their dances.  We only use DJed music for the lessons and band breaks.  This dance form evolved as a response to live music and we believe that it is important to continue to foster that important bond between dancers and musicians.

The band sets run between 9pm and midnight.

We feature some of the best bands from the area including; but not limited to:

Hepcat Revival, The Madison Crawl, Blues DeVille, The Boilermaker Jazz Band, Blue Lunch, The Dukes of Wail, The Joe Huner Band, The Mike Petrone Band, Demetrius Steinmetz, etc.

For exact details on which band is playing where and when, please see www.GetHepSwing.com under the events section. 

The cost is $10 per person and $8 for students with a valid id. 

The Bohemian National Hall is located at 4939 Broadway Avenue in Slavic Village which is just a bit South of downtown Cleveland.  The hall was built in the late 1800s and is listed in the registry of National Historic Places.  It is a BEAUTIFUL ballroom that was specifically built for dancers and musicians.  We are thrilled beyond belief to have this amazing gem of a venue available to us.

Frequently asked questions.

What do I wear? Attire at the dances can range from super casual to VERY dressy.  Jeans are fine.  Sweat pants....ummm...not so much.  We are a tad more classy than that.  :)  Some fellas will bring a towel and a change of shirt (or two).  Think about it.  You are basically doing low impact aerobics for three/four hours.  The dryest people usually get asked to dance more often than the ones who look like they have just crawled out of a swamp.  :D  Get the picture??

What kind of shoes should I wear? A comfy shoe that has a non-grippy sole is best.  The smoother/slicker the sole the better.  Worn out gym shoes work amazingly well.  As do dress shoes with a leather bottom.

Ladies:  Unless you are experienced in dancing in high heels, I would not recommend it.

You will notice that some people at the dances are wearing shoes that appear to not be ideal for dancing.  Those people have a secret.  They have modified the bottom of their shoes. 
They have either had their "shoe man" grind down the bottom of the sole and attach suede or maybe they have done the low cost version and covered the sole in duct tape or athletic tape. 

Do they sell drinks or food at this dance? They DO sell drinks and snacks at the Bohemian.  The bar is located just to the right of the ballroom in a seperate room.  They sell sodas, water, beer (Czech beer!), wine, etc.  Also in the side room but at the opposite end the cute little Czech ladies sell pastries, pizza and coffee.  Yumm-O!  The prices for the drinks and snacks are VERY reasonable!

What are the ages of the people that come to the dances? Wow!  That is what is so interesting about swing dancing.  It attractes people of literally ALL ages.  We get dancers as young as 13 and as old as ...umm, they won't tell us, but we think they are retired because they are tan in the Winter!  I would say most people are in their early twenties to early fifities.  Does that help any?  Probably not.

Swing dancers are a very easy going group of folks who are very friendly and encouraging.  Come join us and find out what you have been missing!

If you need more information please see www.GetHepSwing.com or phone Valerie (the owner of Get Hep Swing) at 216-374-1927.

Take care and see you on the dance floor soon!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact Info : info@GetHepSwing.com Email : info@GetHepSwing.com Url: http://www.GetHepSwing.com

NEW CLASSES: Beginner Jitterbug / Balboa (Bal-Swing) (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

HISTORIC SPRINGVALE BALLROOM
5871 Canterbury Rd - North Olmsted - 44070 – 440-777-0161 / Info 440-892-7065

SWING DANCING EVERY WEDNESDAY!
Join us weekly as we teach the many varieties of swing!
NOW OFFERING BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE LESSONS!
Come for classes and stay for the dancing!

Looking for a place to PRACTICE your dance? There's no better place than Springvale Ballroom!
Open to everyone for practice, whether you take the lesson or not.

2010 WINTER / SPRING CLASSES... more to come!
APRIL - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / Balboa (working w/ small steps)
MAY - Jitterbug I (basic six-count-easiest) / More Cool Tricks (there's always one up our sleeve)

GREAT DANCE MUSIC TO FOLLOW CLASSES EVERY WEEK!
Basic step will always be reviewed at beginning of each class and new moves will follow!
We encourage joining us weekly. Partners are not required.

TIME:
7:00 PM - Beginner Class
8:00 PM - Intermediate Class
* Followed by uninterrupted practice dance music until 10:15 PM.

COST: $7.00 per adult - $5.00 per student w/ ID
* Special future discounts if you attend selected weekly lessons.

For info visit: www.gottaswingdance.com or call 440-892-7065.

Email : info@gottaswingdance.com Url: http://www.gottaswingdance.com

Cedar's Swing Night In Youngstown (10:00 pm)

Every Thursday at Cedar's Lounge has been Swing Night for over 10 years.  Come on down from 9pm - 1am.  Admission is always free, but please buy a drink or two to help the establishment.

Address is : 131 W Commerce St.  Youngstown, Ohio (Use the side entrance facing the parking lot)

330-743-6560 for info

Contact Info : 330-743-6560 Url: http://www.facebook.com/CedarsSwingNight