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DEPECHE MODE / MUTE RECORDS FAN PARTY @ The Star By Liverpool St.
Join us at our next London Electronic Music Meetup for a night filled with thumping beats and electronic vibes.
Featuring tracks from the back catalogue of **DEPECHE MODE** and **MUTE RECORDS**, our lineup of DJs will keep you dancing all night long. Get ready to experience the very best of Electronic Dance Music in the heart of London.
You can have a pre-drink in Ground Floor bar as it opens
from 8pm. Music will commence downstairs from 9pm.
The Star by Liverpool St. 94 Middlesex St. London E1
**LOCATED IN THE REAR PART OF THE VENUE – The Glam Palace function room in the basement.**
**FIRSTLY**... Please say **"HELLO"** on the door as you walk in and you will be introduced to other Meetup members – **POSITIVE** feedback is much appreciated.
Whether you're a music enthusiast or a seasoned clubber this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate the diverse sounds of electronic music.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of clubbing at our EMOM Special in London. Let's come together and experience the electrifying energy of London's EDM scene like never before!
Regular meetup members tend to congregate together on the dancefloor, but if you are new feel free to say Hello in the door, and be directed.
Open until 1am subject to licensing rules on the night.
There is a minimal entry fee payable on the door.
*Please note that this is an unofficial Depeche Mode Fan Party and has no direct relation to either the band itself or the Mute Records label.*
Cocktails & RSA Unplugged Concert: Jessica-Beth, Imogen Halsey, Ruby Leigh
Hi All
**I know a good few have fallen in love with The RSA and their gorgeous lounge and cocktail bar, MUSE, and our last two have been at the even more historic space, the Tavern Room. Let's just tell you how magical this place is. .. Dickens used to write his novels IN THIS ROOM. Benjamin Franklin was a fellow of the RSA AT THE TIME OF THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR. Past and present Fellows include Judi Dench, Herbie Hancock and Steven Hawking ... shall I go on? It's one of the most beautiful Georgian Houses in London, just off Strand, pretty much the original 18th century Coffee House / debating society. Now you know why I get excited inviting you here!**
Our April Unplugged concert features the highly anticipated return of "popera" artist Jessica-Beth who will be celebrating a single. release on the night, the fabulous singer-songwriter/cellist Imogen Halsey and stunning rising teenager Brit School artist Ruby Leigh to open the night. We cant wait!
* *6pm onwards - We meet from 6pm for cocktails and chats in the lovely Muse Bar, before settling in at The Tavern Room for the salon style concert.*
* *7pm approx - The unplugged concert starts with intervals inbetween each artist*
* *9.45pm onwards - cocktail bar open until 11 for after drinks!*
**ABOUT THE LINEUP**
**JESSICA-BETH** has transitioned from opera singer to pop artist, blending classical skills with soulful, piano-led pop. Turning real-life stories and feelings into powerful ballads, her music is all about being her authentic self. Her debut single 'Cuts Deep' dropped in January to great reviews followed by a sold out headline at PizzaExpress Live. Whether singing about love, loss, or life's challenges, Jessica-Beth brings a unique blend of classical training and contemporary pop to the music scene.'
[Watch Jessica-Beth Live here](https://youtu.be/g72ATHc_lXM?si=iSfXX4w9k2Hdb0Hh)
**IMOGEN HALSEY** is an independent artist/Cellist from Surrey. Inspired by artists such as Joni Mitchell, Carol King, Olivia Dean and Jessie Ware - her music spans genres from jazz and folk to indie pop. She's been releasing music since 2021 and has headlined Pizza Express Live, Folklore Hoxton and Piano Smithfield. Her debut album, Take My Hand, was released in June.
[Watch Imogen Halsey. Here](https://youtu.be/_4S3js0f6bY?si=3TVnbcMHqqwRVHbP)
RUBY LEIGH is an indie pop singer-songwriter from Buckinghamshire, known for emotionally honest lyrics and captivating melodies. Inspired by Lana Del Rey and Fiona Apple, she’s performed at top London venues and studied at The BRIT School, continually growing as an artist through live performance and songwriting.
[Listen to Ruby Leigh here](https://open.spotify.com/track/1HWHSJ8TnsZagZe10Adh6t?si=2e04dd4b9e4e4860)
Book your ticket here - use our **LONDONLIVE** discount code to book:
**[BOOK TICKETS](https://link.dice.fm/Afe3794db5f2)**
Can't wait to see you there for a cocktail or two! They are just great .. quite apart from the music!
Lorraine xx
Knees Up! - GloryStrokes
Our band for April is GloryStrokes
Possibly the world's only traditional english metalcore dance band, GloryStrokes bring together some of the best-loved ceilidh musicians on the circuit and plug them into loud amps to make big sounds for jumping about to.
https://www.facebook.com/p/GloryStrokes-100037609336177/
Giving clear instructions will be Ian Nichols. He runs the SHOCC ceilidh series near Southampton, and will pass on his enthusiasm to the dance floor.
Come on your own, bring a partner, a group of friends or your family.
There is a bar, which will be open from about 7:30.
Admission £12, or £10 unwaged. £5 children.
You can pay with cash or by card on the door, or book using this link
https://www.efdss.org/choose-seats?EventInstanceId=156201
Booking is advised, as we've been selling out lately!
Friday drinks & live music social!
The White Hart in Crystal Palace does live music every Friday from 8pm to 10pm. It ranges from pop, indie, rock to soulful sounds from local artists.
Let's meet, socialise, chat, have Friday drinks while listening to some live music by some local musicians. If feeling up to it, you could have a little dance. Or just sit, chill, relax and chat.
The pub does have food, so if you like to arrive earlier than 8pm, you could get a bite to eat if you want.
More information about the pub is here:
https://www.thewhitehartse19.co.uk/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-homepage#/
Location is in 96 Church Road, Crystal Palace, SE19 2EZ.
Closest station is:
Crystal Palace Overground
Crystal Palace national rail Train station.
There are also many buses that stop nearby at Crystal Palace bus station.
There is a £2 meetup fee that goes towards meetup subscriptions. This is payable on the night in coins.
50% OFF (£5)! Singles Party, Karaoke, Djs, Comp Prosecco, Terrace, Hap Hour!
Host: Van
\*This event is a collaboration with other meetup groups and social networks and it will be well attended
\*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from
[https://www.fatsoma.com/e/qnpmqj1m/singles-social-party-with-karaoke-access-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-rooftop-terrace-happy-hour-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/qnpmqj1m/singles-social-party-with-karaoke-access-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-rooftop-terrace-happy-hour-all-ages)
Single people socialising and partying in the heart of London, while keeping their eyes open trying to spot that special one that will make their heart jump
You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and act as a glue in the group.
We have a reserved area/table where we can mix and mingle, so that everybody can relax and feel comfortable and we get to know each other. and then we are going to move on the dance floor!
Whether you are looking for a partner or just to meet and connect with
other people who are at the same phase of life, this is the event for you!
You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the
beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in
crime or a partner in life!
Since this is a mix and mingle and not a speed dating there is no age
range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to
speak to whoever you fancy.
Connect with like minded people and open your social circle, enjoy
chatting about anything and everything, with those you like, for as long as you like
If you find somebody who you think you have a connection with, dare to
ask their contact details right then and there... like the old times ;)
Oh! and you don't need to ask the awkward question: 'so are you single?'
because they all will be!
Everyone arriving before 9pm receives a glass of prosecco (non alcoholic
option available as well)
Happy Hour till 8pm!
Karaoke access after 11pm
Dress code is smart/ elegant/ Smart Casual (smart dark jeans are fine but
ripped jeans, sportswear, trainers/sportshoes and hats are not allowed).
Zebrano Soho is a vibrant cocktail bar, restaurant, and nightclub in the beating heart of London’s most iconic entertainment district. Zebrano is more than just a venue – it’s a celebration of fun, flavour, and feel-good vibes. It offers amazing cocktails , great cuisine, multiple rooms and an outdoor rooftop terrace At Zebrano, we serve up delicious food, killer cocktails, and the best tunes in town – all in a space designed to make great nights unforgettable. Come for the vibe. Stay for the party. Leave with a story.
For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age.
Tickets are valid for entry till 11pm
How to find us: When you arrive please come on the first floor . Any issue on the night feel free to contact feel free to contact Van: 07587546857 or Marianna: 07949526733
For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-
mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on:
07949526733
How to connect with us:
To see all our events please go to:
[https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events](https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events)
Like and follow our facebook page:
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Join our facebook group:
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Follow us on twitter:@Mariannasevents
African Music Events This Week
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Taste of Nigeria – Food Tasting Experience (Session 1 2pm - 5pm)
### **Join Us for a Taste of Nigeria!**
Savour the bold, delicious flavours of West African cuisine in a relaxed tasting experience.
Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll enjoy a fun, social evening, 99% of our guests attend alone, so it’s easy to meet new people and make connections.
Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with new friends!
Do you love Nigerian food or have you always wanted to try **Nigerian food** but weren’t sure where to start? This is the perfect opportunity to sample some of the most popular and traditional dishes in a friendly and sociable setting.
Guests will enjoy a selection of small tasting plates, allowing you to explore a variety of authentic Nigerian flavours while meeting new people and sharing the experience together.
Whether you’re a food lover, curious about African cuisine, or simply looking for a different social evening, this event is a great way to discover something new.
Spaces are limited and can only accommodate 16 people
**Nigerian Tasting Menu On The Day**
Serving 10 small tasting portions (like tapas).
**Starters / Small Plates**
* Puff Puff (sweet Nigerian dough balls)
* Suya chicken or beef skewers (spiced grilled meat) with spicy peanut-seasoned
* Akara Bites (bean fritters) V
**Main Tasting Plates**
* Mini Jollof Rice (V) the ultimate West African rice dish With Chicken, Meat, Turkey or Fish
* Yam Porridge (Asaro) – comforting tomato & yam stew V
* Egusi soup with mini pounded yam or amala (V) With Chicken, Meat, Turkey or Fish
* Chicken, meat or fish stew
**Sides**
* Plantain With Pepper Sauce not too spicy (V) Also Option of Plantain pepper tomato sauce with gizzard
* Moi Moi (steamed bean pudding) V
**Dessert**
* TBC Chin Chin Cheese cake, Chin'offe Pie or Chin Chin Crumble
**Drinks:**
* **includes a glass of Zobo traditional drink made from hibiscus**
**Allergies**
Please let me know if you have any allergies or other dietary requirements, once you have made payment, we are happy to accommodate you
**Why You’ll Love It**
* 10-dish tasting journey through authentic Nigerian cuisine
* Friendly, sociable environment
* Meet like-minded people while enjoying delicious food
* Perfect introduction to Nigerian flavours
**Price £55 non refundable unless cancelled**
**PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE PAYMENT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.**
**PLEASE PAY VIA LINK TO GET A SOCIAL LIFE MEETUP BELOW**
[Taste of Nigeria – Food Tasting Experience (Session 1 2pm - 5pm), Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 2:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313766426/?slug=passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events&eventId=313766426&isFirstPublish=true)
**What’s Included**
10 tasting dishes
Glass of Zobo Drink
Meeting new people
Making new friends
Connecting
Socializing
Friendly host
Coming out of your comfort Zone
Admin fees, host fees
**Not Included**
Additional drinks
Prepared Take away to purchase if you enjoyed a particular meal if available
Drinks on sell on the day Nigerian beer, Chapman punch, palm wine wines
* Chapman punch
* Palm wine (if available)
* Nigerian Beer
* Wine
* Soft drinks
**Social Media & Photos**
We love capturing the day! Group photos may be shared on **Meetup** and **Instagram**. If you’re camera-shy, just step aside during group shots
**Full address** My Pop Up Events 4 Knights Hill SE27 0HY
My number just in case 07957320516
Looking forward to seeing you soon x
Taste of Nigeria – Food Tasting Experience (Session 2 6pm - 9pm)
### **Join Us for a Taste of Nigeria!**
Savour the bold, delicious flavours of West African cuisine in a relaxed tasting experience.
Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll enjoy a fun, social evening, 99% of our guests attend alone, so it’s easy to meet new people and make connections.
Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with new friends!
Do you love Nigerian food or have you always wanted to try **Nigerian food** but weren’t sure where to start? This is the perfect opportunity to sample some of the most popular and traditional dishes in a friendly and sociable setting.
Guests will enjoy a selection of small tasting plates, allowing you to explore a variety of authentic Nigerian flavours while meeting new people and sharing the experience together.
Whether you’re a food lover, curious about African cuisine, or simply looking for a different social evening, this event is a great way to discover something new.
Spaces are limited and can only accommodate 16 people
**Nigerian Tasting Menu On The Day**
Serving 10 small tasting portions (like tapas).
**Starters / Small Plates**
* Puff Puff (sweet Nigerian dough balls)
* Suya chicken or beef skewers (spiced grilled meat) with spicy peanut-seasoned
* Akara Bites (bean fritters) V
**Main Tasting Plates**
* Mini Jollof Rice (V) the ultimate West African rice dish With Chicken, Meat, Turkey or Fish
* Yam Porridge (Asaro) – comforting tomato & yam stew V
* Egusi soup with mini pounded yam or amala (V) With Chicken, Meat, Turkey or Fish
* Chicken, meat or fish stew
**Sides**
* Plantain With Pepper Sauce not too spicy (V) Also Option of Plantain pepper tomato sauce with gizzard
* Moi Moi (steamed bean pudding) V
**Dessert**
* TBC Chin Chin Cheese cake, Chin'offe Pie or Chin Chin Crumble
**Drinks:**
* **includes a glass of Zobo traditional drink made from hibiscus**
**Allergies**
Please let me know if you have any allergies or other dietary requirements, once you have made payment, we are happy to accommodate you
**Why You’ll Love It**
* 10-dish tasting journey through authentic Nigerian cuisine
* Friendly, sociable environment
* Meet like-minded people while enjoying delicious food
* Perfect introduction to Nigerian flavours
**Price £55 non refundable unless cancelled**
**PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE PAYMENT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.**
**PLEASE PAY VIA LINK TO GET A SOCIAL LIFE MEETUP BELOW**
[Taste of Nigeria – Food Tasting Experience (Session 1 2pm - 5pm), Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 2:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313766426/?slug=passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events&eventId=313766426&isFirstPublish=true)
**What’s Included**
10 tasting dishes
Glass of Zobo Drink
Meeting new people
Making new friends
Connecting
Socializing
Friendly host
Coming out of your comfort Zone
Admin fees, host fees
**Not Included**
Additional drinks
Prepared Take away to purchase if you enjoyed a particular meal if available
Drinks on sell on the day Nigerian beer, Chapman punch, palm wine wines
* Chapman punch
* Palm wine (if available)
* Nigerian Beer
* Wine
* Soft drinks
**Social Media & Photos**
We love capturing the day! Group photos may be shared on **Meetup** and **Instagram**. If you’re camera-shy, just step aside during group shots
**Full address** My Pop Up Events 4 Knights Hill SE27 0HY
My number just in case 07957320516
Looking forward to seeing you soon x
LondonJamSessions x TAM MIC DROP (20 Second Chain) #35
I am proud to announce that we having our jam at the Temple Of Art & Music in Elephant & Castle!!
20 Second Chain:
A structured improvisation format where a musical “chain” unfolds organically, with each player responding to and building on what came before.
Lineup (on stage together):
- 2 guitarists
- 1 bass
- 1 drummer
- 1–2 singers
- 1 additional instrument (sax, trumpet, percussion, etc.)
How It Works:
1. All musicians on stage are assigned a number, which determines the playing order.
2. Playing order, a key (and available chords) is written on a whiteboard opposite the stage.
3. Number 1 begins alone with a simple idea for 20 seconds — leave space for others to build.
4. Every 20 seconds, the next numbered musician joins one at a time, layering something that complements what’s already happening.
5. Once everyone has entered and the full band is playing, the group improvises for 5 minutes, developing the groove — complexity and solos can grow naturally.
6. No on-stage planning — listen and respond in real time.
7. After the timer ends, the group rotates and a new chain begins.
The Temple Of Art and Music is a live music venue and bar in Elephant & Castle so I encourage anyone attending to bring friends as it will be great fun for them even if they are not playing.
The venue has a PA system, drum kit, mics and guitar/bass amps.
There is no guarantee that there will be cymbals or drum accessories with the drum kit at the venue. Drummers please being your own if you can.
Like all our other jams it will be a chance to jam with other musicians playing the music that you love in a gentle environment with no judgement and no pressure. This jam also uniquely gives the opportunity to play in front of a crowd!
Tickets are **£10 online** message us let us know what instrument you play and we will confirm if there is space and send you the Eventbrite link for the jam.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information about this jam and London Jam Sessions.
At London Jam Sessions we have an active community on WhatsApp where we all discuss the upcoming jams and future events. Everyone in the community is encouraged to ask questions and bring forward new ideas. Dm me and I can add you to our Whatsapp group.
Songwriters' face-face Open Mic
Songwriters, come to our 3rd Sunday face-face songwriters' open mic at the Plough near the British Museum.
STOP PRESS 6/4/26 - this open mic is still running but the ability to book slots in advance has disappeared - sorry. You can access info about it here though: [https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/greater-london/plough/whats-on ](https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/greater-london/plough/whats-on)
The Plough is a nice pub, good food and the host is keen on original songs – I often go and can tell you it will be a fun evening
Hope to see you there,
Stu
PS remember open mics can be a bit informal and do occasionally get cancelled at short notice. I'll update attendees if I here anything...
Masterclass with Chris Corcoran and Artie Zaitz - "outside" sounds on the blues
**Chris Corcoran** continues his monthly series of masterclasses at Ain't Nothin' but the Blues in Soho. This month he's joined by our friend **Artie Zaitz** to look at bringing some "outside" sounds into your blues and jazz playing..
I've been a regular at Chris's masterclasses over the last couple of years. He's a great player and teacher. If you're interested in the music of Charlie Christian, Barney Kessel, T-Bone Walker and Tiny Grimes, you'll enjoy Chris's style.
**Chris Corcoran** is one of the UK's finest exponent of the early swing, jump blues and R&B guitar styles, and has been performing across the British Isles and Europe for the last 20 years. Hailed by *Blues in Britain* magazine as an antidote to the plethora of blues/rock acts currently dominating the UK blues scene, the Chris Corcoran Trio and the Chris Corcoran Band perform a repertoire of jump blues and swing revival music dating from the 40s and 50s, covering artists such as pioneer and innovator of the jump blues T-Bone Walker, and American jazz guitarist and composer Bill Jennings.
**Saturday 18 April 2026**
**12pm start**
**Ain't Nothin' but the Blues Bar, Soho**
**£40 via PayPal to chris@chriscorcoranmusic.com**
Samba Reggae Drumming Workshop - open to all levels!
Come along to the Maxilla to enjoy a drumming workshop open to all levels, whether you're beginning or an advanced drummer, you can learn how to play the authentic afro brazilian rhythms with Marcos Santana all the way from Salvador de Bahia!
£10
Any queries call Marcos on 07772 470198
As featured in Time Out's "1000 things to do in London for under £10"!
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RITMO DO SOL: Afro-House/Brazilian infused Saturday Night Ecstatic Dance & Cacao
AFRO-HOUSE/BRAZILIAN/LATIN infused Ecstatic Dance / Sober Rave & Cacao Ceremony +Live Percussion from Romario + Wellness Space + Social
**For booking and more info:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ritmo-do-sol-afro-housebrazilian-infused-saturday-night-dance-cacao-tickets-1985932349116?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ritmo-do-sol-afro-housebrazilian-infused-saturday-night-dance-cacao-tickets-1985932349116?aff=oddtdtcreator)
**ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents:**
**🌎RITMO DO SOL (Rhythm of the Sun):** Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony + Wellness Space (Downstairs)
with Seth (DJ & live percussion set) & Master Brazilian percussionist Romario
**Saturday Night:** 7PM–10PM
**Fruit Social:** 10PM–10:30PM
**Maida Vale, London**
**Kundalini Meditation(optional)** 5:50pm-7pm
Immerse yourself in an ecstatic dance journey infused with Brazilian, Latin, Afro House , Bossa rhythms, world beats, and live percussion. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy.
**Join us to welcome and dance in the NEW MOON energy!**
We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins.
**Expect:**
✨ Uplifting Afro House, Brazilian, Latin, Bossa grooves, and organic world rhythms
🥁 Live percussion bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor
🍫 Raw ceremonial cacao to open your heart and elevate your energy
💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation
🍉 Optional fruit social afterwards to nourish and connect
No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community.
*This is one of London’s most loved sober Friday night dance experiences, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement.*
**Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Latin
**WHY CACAO?**
At Ecstatic Dance London, we adore raw ceremonial cacao. It’s a natural heart-opener and gentle energiser that supports emotional flow, creativity, and embodied presence on the dancefloor.
Your complimentary raw vegan cacao is lovingly prepared using ethically sourced, high-quality cacao from Guatemala.
Free from gluten, dairy, nuts, and refined sugar, velvety, nourishing, and deeply delicious.
Cacao + Ecstatic Dance is a potent combination for transformation, connection, and joyful expression.
**ECSTATIC DANCE GUIDELINES**
• No alcohol, no drugs
• No shoes
• No phones on the dancefloor
• No talking while dancing
• Move however you wish
• Respect yourself, others, and the shared space
This is a zero-tolerance sober space. Please arrive clear-headed; anyone arriving intoxicated will be refused entry or asked to leave. No refunds.
Dancers participate at their own risk. Ecstatic Dance London accepts no responsibility for spontaneous joy, open hearts, or sore cheeks from excessive smiling (or for injury, loss, or damage).
**THE PRACTICE**
**Arrival & Warm-up:** Gentle stretching, movement, and intention-setting to ease into the body.
**The Journey:** A full ecstatic dance soundwave guided by a live DJ set, with light facilitation to support flow and presence.
Integration: The dance typically closes with a deep relaxation to land the experience.
Late arrivals disrupt the shared container. Entry closes 30 minutes after the start, please arrive on time so we can journey together from beginning to end.
**SCHEDULE**
5:50-7pm Kundalini Active Meditation
7:00–7:30pm Doors open & warm-up
(No entry after 7:30pm — please arrive early)
7:30–10pm
Cacao Ceremony • Chakra Journey • Ecstatic Dance Soundwave
(Complimentary raw vegan cacao provided)
10pm–10:30pm
Optional fruit social to nourish and ground after the dance
**✨ The Journey**
We begin by arriving in the body, with an optional Kundalini Meditation (5:50–7:00pm) for those who want to drop in early.
From there, the Ecstatic Dance journey unfolds:
A guided movement warm-up → our heart-opening cacao ceremony & connection ritual → a slow build into a euphoric, high-energy dance peak → softening into spacious, grounded integration → closing together with a gentle landing and fruit social.
The music moves across afro, rhythm-infused, latin-rich soundscapes, designed to take you out of your head and into your body: with live percussion woven in to ignite rhythm and release.
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Contra dance with Big Scioty May 2 - Clinton Heights Lutheran church
**Caller: Richard Ades**
**Band: The McKenzies**
**Clinton Heights Lutheran Church**
**15 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, OH 43202**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/)
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
💃 Live Salsa Band Saturday 4/18! 💃 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing! 💃
💥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚
💥 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠:
💥 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝: 𝐀𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐲𝐚!
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💥 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟖
💥 𝟖 𝐩𝐦 – 𝟏 𝐚𝐦
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🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue
🟣 Dancing All Night Long!
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👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
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Lincoln Street Salsa
1717 Brice Rd
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
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🟣 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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🟣 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧!
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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🟣 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡
𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝!
9:30 pm – 1:00 am
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✅ Cover Includes Dance Lesson and/or Party!
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👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
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👉 $𝟐𝟓 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 (𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝟒/𝟒 @ 𝟓 𝐩𝐦!)
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👉 $𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫
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✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲!
✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝!
✅ Always Other People to Dance With!
✅ Singles, Couples,
Beginners, and
Pros Welcome!
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✅ BYOB
✅ 18+
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✅ 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: LincolnStreetSalsa.com
𝐎𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐝: 𝟔𝟏𝟒-𝟕𝟕𝟒-𝟖𝟏𝟒𝟔
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👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
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OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT-GRANDVIEW YARD FRI, MAY 1ST 5:00PM-8:00PM
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments.
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos
Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
• Taco Bar
• Margarita and Beer tasting
• Complementary chips and salsa
• Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
• Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar:
Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer)
Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe.
Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style.
Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on.
No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!
🔥 Lincoln Street Salsa 🔥 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!🔥
💥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚
💥 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠:
💥 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝: 𝐀𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐲𝐚!
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💥 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟖
💥 𝟖 𝐩𝐦 – 𝟏 𝐚𝐦
.
🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue
🟣 Dancing All Night Long!
.
👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
.
Lincoln Street Salsa
1717 Brice Rd
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
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🟣 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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🟣 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧!
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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🟣 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡
𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝!
9:30 pm – 1:00 am
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✅ Cover Includes Dance Lesson and/or Party!
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👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
.
👉 $𝟐𝟓 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 (𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝟒/𝟒 @ 𝟓 𝐩𝐦!)
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👉 $𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫
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✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲!
✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝!
✅ Always Other People to Dance With!
✅ Singles, Couples,
Beginners, and
Pros Welcome!
.
✅ BYOB
✅ 18+
.
✅ 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: LincolnStreetSalsa.com
𝐎𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐝: 𝟔𝟏𝟒-𝟕𝟕𝟒-𝟖𝟏𝟒𝟔
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👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭:
[https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/](https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/)
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Dinner and Music!
**DINNER AND MUSIC**! Pubs, breweries, and American eateries often host local bands playing popular hits, country, or rock offering a nice ambiance for socializing and diverse food and drink menus.
*Tonight we'll check out [TIPTON TAVERN](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/locations) (inside Pizza Cottage Lewis Center).* Family-friendly casual [pizzeria](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/menu) for pizzas plus salads, wings and subs. We'll meet in the bar area, where the live music is set up. You're welcome to stay late, if you like.
*Tonight's band:* Shucking Bubba Acoustic! **Live music starts at 6pm**.
Night of Noise Collage Night
This year to help support Night of Noise we will be having an open collaging event with the community at the Westerville Public Library. Feel free to stop on by anytime between 2:00-5:00pm to create lovely collages with us! Let us bring together community, uplift our voices, and create. All supplies needed will be provided.







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