Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado 2009 with Artemis Mourat . . .

. . . is gonna RAK!

For more information go to:
www.shimmyforthecure.bravehost.com . . .
www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure . . . OR . . .
www.people.tribe.net/shimmyforthecure

Workshop space is limited . . . sign up early! See ya there :-D

Learning, and Loving Your Veil! - workshop with Selayma Anan

Learning and Loving Your Veil! - Workshop with Selayma Anan
- Fruitridge Recreation Center in Sacramento, CA
- November 11 & 18
- Class size strictly limited to 10
- $30.00 for one week / $50.00 for both weeks (must have some experience to take just second week)
- 7:00pm

Week 1 -- This first class will focus on handling, technique and skill development, as well as discussion of fabrics and types of veils. We will be working on presentation, slinky moves, and hypnotic spins! And yes, I too, hated my Veils . . . however, you, too can learn to understand and embrace your Veils, at least with some affection!

Week 2 -- The second class will cover a choreography, utilizing all theory taught in the first class, as well as learning to "bond" and become one with your Veil; adding drama and/or theatrics to your presentation and performance! If you feel have had, and are comfortable with handling a veil, you may take just the second class.

Veils are required for this workshop . . . One 3 yd rectangle, and one circular veil (the bigger, the better!). Contact Selayma for more information on purchase options and guidelines. Cost of veils not included in workshop fee.

Sword 101 - Back to Some Basics! - workshop with Selayma Anan

Sword 101 - Back to Some Basics! - Workshop with Selayma Anan
- Fruitridge Recreation Center in Sacramento, CA
- December 9 & 16
- Class size strictly limited to 10
- $30.00 for one week / $50.00 for both weeks (must have some experience to take just second week)
- 7:00pm

Week 1 -- The first class will cover types and purpose of various sword styles, handling, technique and yes! Skill Development! Not to mention developing your "persona" as a sword dancer and presentation. Sometimes I call this class "Balance Basics" as most techniques, tricks and movement can be performed with any object that is being balanced on the head. So if you're not quite ready for the long, sharp pointy object (the sword), then bring a basket, tray or pot (non-breakable, please : )

Week 2 -- Surprise! A sword choreography! And the choreography will be taught to a piece of music by Zel Hayal . . . for information on how to purchase the music, please contact me. If you have had, and feel comfortable with sword, you are welcome to take just the second class.

A sword is preferred for this class, again, however you may bring a basket, tray or pot (non-breakable) . . . you will still get much from this class, although when we hit the choreography, you will have to make a couple of adjustments vs those with a sword. Please contact Selayma to discuss all options, as well as for information on vendors offering dance swords. Cost of sword, baskets, trays, pots, etc., are not included in workshop fee.

Separation of Tribe Sites

Hey, Everyone . . .

Just wanted to let you know that moving forward, you will see very little info for Shimmy coming from my personal Tribe, or MySpace for that matter. You will get quick reminders from these, however, for all details, you will be referred to www.people.tribe.net/shimmyforthecure and/or www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure . . . and/or the temporary website at www.shimmyforthecure.bravehost.com.

Also, to help balance info being put out there, etc., vs duplicating a bunch of stuff, again, sites of performers/volunteers will be referencing quick reminders, and referring back to these other sites for full details as well.

SO! If you do not belong to the Shimmy Tribe or the Shimmy MySpace, AND you want to be kept up to date with ALL information in one quick and easy reference, please log into either/both of these and shoot me an 'add' . . .

Thanx Mucho!

And we're moving along!

Check out www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure for ALL the details!

SO! . . . NOW we're on to the Shimmy Hafla! To be held at the Mercury Cafe, with a fab-U-lous line-up of dancers! Come on out and enjoy great food, great company and your fav dancer, while supporting a great event :-D Suggested donation: $5.00 . . . doors open at 6:00pm . . . 2199 California St in Denver.

THEN . . . it's SHIMMY Time! Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado starts bright 'n early on Saturday mornin' June 7th. to be held at the Denver Consistory . . . 1370 Grant St in Denver, at . . .

10:00 am with Laylia of Ohio!!! . . . followed by . . . . .
1:00 pm with TribalTique of Colorado!

And don't forget drum classes with Lawrence and Bret of Kara Nomadica . . .
10:00 am with Lawrence - Beginning Drum
1:00 pm with Brett - Intermediate Drum

Following the end of the day's workshops, there will be . . .
Evening Dance Concert with KARA NOMADICA! Playing live performances, as well as hafla-style dancing immediately following Shimmy :-D

Sunday, we are back for more workshops at . . .

10:00 am with Selayma Anan of Colorado/California!!! . . . followed by . . . . .
1:00 pm with Laylia of Ohio!
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The Shimmy Henna Party, was great! And Anita of Hummingbird Henna does absolutely beautiful work! Pix to follow. You can check Anita's work out at www.hummingbirdhenna.com . . . 20% of all sales went to Shimmy!

And if you want something really cool for your house, or a unique gift . . . ya gotta check out Real Things Imports! Again, 20% of all sales goes back to Shimmy! And that's for the dates from June 5 - 8, 2008! Amy is awesome! Check out the store over at 3986 S Broadway in Englewood!

Get yer reservations in and see ya there :-D And don't forget to check out www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure for FULL details!

Henna Party - Tomorrow - June 5, 2008!

YES! We are about to kick off Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado - 2008 . . . with our first Henna Party!

Location: Real Things Imports @ 8968 S Broadway, Englewood, CO
Time: 5:00 - 8:00pm
When: June 5, 2008

Reservations: Please call Amy at 303.789.5960

Henna by Hummingbird Henna Design - Anita will be your artist for the evening!

20% of all Henna sales goes directly to SFCCo! Also, 20% of all sales for Real Things Imports (June 5-8, 2008) will also go to SFCCo . . . so come out and get beauty-fied for an upcoming performance, just-because-its-Thursday, and/or to support a wonderful event! There will also be informal dancing, sounds like some drumming could be happening, and lots of FUN!

Shimmy Happenings! New this year: Shimmy Henna Party!

Come and beauty-fied . . . whether for your performance for Shimmy, an upcoming special event, or just for fun!!! Henna is a beautiful art form, and our sponsoring henna artist, Anita of Hummingbird Henna Deisgn, is a-MA-zing!

Real Things Imports will be sponsoring the event at their location in Englewood, CO. Please call Amy to schedule your time slot at 303.789-5960 . . . designs start at $10.00 for a simple design. Bring your own idea/design, or use one of Hummingbird's . . .

Located at 3986 S Broadway, Englewood in Colorado, 20% of all sales will go directly to Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado. For more details on all upcoming events for Shimmy, please go to www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure . . . or visit at www.shimmyforthecure.bravehost.com . . . and of course, let me know if you have any questions!

Early Bird Rates are almost gone! And Shimmy's almost here :-D

It's almost Shimmy time!!! Make sure and get your reservations in . . . . . don't forget: Early Bird prices disappear May 25th! Quick recap of classes:

Saturday the 7th:
Laylia of Columbus, Ohio -- 10:00am
Lawrence of Kara Nomadica -- 10:00am
TribalTique of Colorado -- 1:00pm
Brett of Kara Nomadica -- 1:00pm

Saturday Evening Dance Concert -- 6:30pm

Sunday the 8th:
Selayma Anan of CO/CA -- 10:00am
Laylia of Columbus, Ohio -- 1:00pm

And of course, on Friday night the 6th, there is the Shimmy Hafla at the Mercury Cafe! That program is about full . . . contact Saira if you have any questions at tstriegl.comcast.net

Lots of stuff happening . . . including the availability of three, yes, THREE new DVDs/CDs from local Colorado artists!

1) Isis Wings with Phoenix
2) Kara Nomadica's brand new CD
3) A new EP by Zel of Raks Benazir

Come on out . . . learn something new . . . support your favorite dancers . . . support a great event! And don't forget to keep an eye out for more info on the Shimmy Henna Party, to be held at Real Things Imports, with henna by Anita of Hummingbird Henna Design!

See ya there!

www.myspace.com/shimmyforthecure

New Class Starting Tonight - May 6th! . . . and Shimmy is Coming!!!

Hidy-Ho, Ever' body!

Don't forget . . . new class at Fruitridge Rec Center starts tonight! Get registered in advance to save time :-D

And don't forget Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado - 2008! Here's the skinny . . .

The deadline for early bird workshop registrations is fast approaching! And don't forget, we have the Shimmy Hafla on the night of the 6th, at the Mercury Cafe! Schedule of events follows, as well as registration information :-D

June 6th . . .
Friday Schedule:
Shimmy Hafla - Mercury Cafe in Denver . . . show begins between 6:30-6:45 pm . . . suggested donation: $5.00
Performers, please arrive at 6:00pm to check in. If you're interested in performing at the Shimmy Hafla, please contact Saira at tstriegl@comcast.net

June 7th . . .
Saturday Schedule:
Keep Up & Break Down with Laylia of Ohio - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning Drum with Lawrence Osborn - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bridging Belly Danc Styles with TribalTique - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Intermediate Drum with Brett Bowen - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Evening Dance Concert with Kara Nomadica and some of Colorado's Best Dancers! - Denver Consistory . . . doors open at 6:30pm

June 8th . . .
Sunday Schedule:
Sword Dancing 101 - Back to some Basics with Selayma Anan - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 10:00am to 12:00pm
Mystic Touch Choreography with Laylia of Ohio - Denver Consistory in Denver . . . 1:00pm - 3:00pm

All workshops are $35.00 each, or one day for $60.00 (ie: Saturday = 2 workshops, or Sunday = 2 workshops). If you are looking at registering for all day on Saturday, you may take one dance workshop and one drum workshop, or you may take two dance workshops . . . or two drum workshops. Choice is yours : ) If you'd like to "have it all", you can take both days for $110.00 (4 workshops in whatever combo) . . . these rates are effective through May 25th . . . after that, they go up!

Evening concert tickets for the 7th of June are $15.00 in advance; $18.00 at the door.

Payment accepted: Check, Money Order, Cashier's Check, made payable to SFCC and mailed to: PO Box 2196, Longmont, CO 80502

You may also use PayPal, with recipient ID of shimmyforthecure@gmail.com . . . please ADD $3.00 for PP fees.

For more information, as well as forms, flyers, etc., please go to myspace.com/shimmyforthecure. All flyers/forms are printable . . . right click on the required doc, copy to your desktop and print it from there! If you have problems, let me know :-D I've also attached the "sponsor" pledge form, in the event that you, or someone you know, would be interested in sponsoring Shimmy for the Cure! Colorado - 2008 . . .

Look forward to seeing everyone there!