Swingmonkey

As you may or may not know, Vinnie's Jump & Jive, Middletown community dance staple venue, is going through a very rough period. Due to a variety of factors, attendance in the swing program has been very low. The coordination with both Wesleyan University (only 4 blocks west) and the greater Connecticut swing community has been lacking, and needs some rejuvenation and tender care. That's where you come in!

Saturday September 11 Sean Kershaw and the New Jack Ramblers will be criss-crossing Connecticut with hi octane Brooklyn honky tonk as they play two shows that day. It'll be hotrods during the day and honky tonk at night.

The day starts in Windham at Thread City's Old's Kool Chopper and Hot Rods at the Franco-American Club, Club Road Windham, CT 10 - 6 pm, Music at 1 pm with 9th Wave, the Ten Foot Polecats and headlining the show - Sean Kershaw & the New Jack Ramblers

Price for Adults $10 donation - Kids under 12 yrs. are Free

You've heard the rumors, you've seen the image, and you've heard the announcements but in case you missed it...CTLX is happening this weekend in New Haven, CT! 100 folks have already pre-registered for this great weekend because they heard that Gordon Webster and Tin Pan were our bands for Friday and Saturday night. They also heard that we were bringing in amazing DJs from all over to keep both late night rooms hopping! As if that wasn't enough, they heard that there was a cool vintage beach theme that culminates with a backyard BBQ.

2010 GRAMMY NOMINEE: DUKE ROBILLARD will be playing at Mystic River Park on Monday, July 26th. Shoreline Swing is proud to co-sponsor this event so that music keeps happening even when we are on hiatus. So grab a blanket, some lawn chairs, pack some dinner, definitely some water, and come on out and dance to some great music, at a great location right in downtown Mystic on the river! There will be a large contingent of regulars staking out a prime location next to the dance space.

Duke Robillard began playing with Roomful of Blues and has since then, he has formed his own ensemble....

2010 GRAMMY NOMINEE: DUKE ROBILLARD will be playing at Mystic River Park on Monday, July 26th. Shoreline Swing is proud to co-sponsor this event. So grab a blanket, some lawn chairs, pack some dinner, definately some water, and come on out and dance to some great music, at a great location right in downtown Mystic on the river!

Duke Robillard began playing with Roomful of Blues and has since then, he has formed his own ensemble....

Rain Location is the German Club, which for those of you who don't know the address already, 25 Greenmanville Ave. Mystic, Ct

Hi Vinnie's Dancers!
I wanted to inform everyone that we will not be having a dance Saturday July 3rd due to the holiday weekend.

Also, July will be the last month for regularly held Swing classes and dances at Vinnie's Jump and Jive. We are combining our efforts with Hartford Underground in East Hartford for a stronger, more unified Swing scene in CT.

Thank you everyone who has supported Vinnie's over the years, and we look forward to seeing you out dancing soon!

Tracey Woods

Solstice swing! (Well, almost.) Make the most of what night you've got.

$7 admission, $5 for students, free for volunteers.

June 19th
8:15-9:00pm: Free introductory swing lesson
9:00-midnight: The jockeys spin their hard disks
midnight-???: Late night blues! (come to the dance to find out where)

Location:
Christ Church Undercroft
Street:
84 Broadway
City/Town:
New Haven, CT

P.S. The address says Broadway, but the entrance is on Elm St. just west of Park St. (across from the long-unrented storefront with the Cosi awnings).

Hi guy's.

We have The Jaguars taking stage at 7pm this sat. Come boogie with us. No Cover.

Burke's Tavern
13 Hope st.
Niantic, CT.

860-739-5033

Charleston A

Beginning with the basic 8-count step, this dynamic and energetic class series will explore the predecessor of the swing dances you know and love. Focusing on rhythm and styling, learn exciting new moves to add some pizzazz to your dancing. This class is perfect for those who know some Charleston and are looking to polish their technique or for the complete beginner.

No partner necessary; No previous Charleston experience necessary, previous swing experience helpful but not required.

Dates: Tuesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27

Time: 7:00 - 8:15 PM

Lindy Hop B
Expand on the basics learning in Lindy Hop A. A more in-depth look in new 6 and 8 count turns and moves that will make your dancing more dynamic. Additional focus on framework, connection, musicality, and lead/follow awareness.

No partner required, Lindy Hop A or the ability to do an 8-count swingout.

Dates: Tuesdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Time: 7:00 - 8:15 PM

Cost: $35- Early Registration & Student/series
$45- Walk-in Registration/series
$25- Repeat Lindy Hop B Students
$12/class if paid for individually