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    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 12th 2007
     

    All right, so here's what's going down: May 11th-13th, Tucson, AZ, 4 instructors, 3 nights of dancing, 2 live bands, for 1 hot event...and its Arizona so you know it will be =).

    California is sending some of its best to show Tucson what it's all about and I think you all should get in your happy traveling cars and represent. I know Tucson would be lucky to have you guys and I would sure like another excuse to see you all!

    Check out www.tucsonlindystomp.com or check the details below that I stole from the organizer, Stryder. And by the way, if you have yet to meet Stryder, you need to. He is absolutely fabulous and is reason enough to come to this event. Those of you who met him at the Sac Exchange know what I'm talking about. Oh yeah, and Cid will be there too! [Emoticon not found]
    .............................................................................................................

    There will be two tracks of classes during the day on Saturday and Sunday. One will be for beginning/intermediate dancers and the other will be for Intermediate to Advanced. Both tracks will feature classes in Blues and Lindy.

    For instructors we've got Minn Vo and Angel Jenkins from LA to give you some sweet sweet lindy hop and for your hot hot Blues instruction we've got none other than Cid Galicia and Brenda Collins.

    Live bands have been announced for both Friday and Saturday night and we're working on securing a third for Sunday night.

    Friday night is going to feature a swing/blues band direct from Lousiana: Dan Sanchez and the kings of Pleasure.
    Saturday night will be none other than Tucson Swings! An awesome 15 piece big band from right here in Tuscon.

    Tucson is a growing scene with lots of enthusiasm and there's a lot of excitement building for this event. These kids may still be a little wet behind the ears, but something like this is exactly what they need to inspire them and show them what this dance thing is all about.

    If you have any questions, be sure to visit our site at www.tucsonlindybomb.com! Registration is up and the early bird special starts at $65, but I can't say how long that will last!

    • CommentAuthorgumby
    • CommentTimeApr 14th 2007
     

    I really want to go down. if I can find a ride im there id rather go to lindy bomb then denver or maybe id do both if I had the chance. come on UT there are going to be some great teachers at this event.
    scott

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      CommentAuthort_roach
    • CommentTimeApr 14th 2007
     

    Btw, if you're too newskool to know who Minn Vo is, check him out. I know Katie has taken classes from him recently.

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 14th 2007
     

    Scott!!! I miss you! You totally need to come! I was just talking about you with another follow here in Sac...we like Scott =).

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      CommentAuthorSpecialK
    • CommentTimeApr 14th 2007
     

    Ah, thanks guys, ya'll are swell too.

    Incidentally, someone in Sac took a lot of pictures of Scott dancing. I've been meaning to ask him about a couple of the moves in the pictures.

    • CommentAuthorgumby
    • CommentTimeApr 14th 2007
     

    LOL from the pics you would think all I knew how to do was dip [Emoticon not found] I miss you too lindysauce and all the awesome sac follows. So Ive got to find a way to get down to lindy bomb. Is anyone here in UT going down?

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 15th 2007
     

    Okay, I am officially paid and registered! Now I just need some of my favorite Utans to join me...now who wants to drive with Scott? I know I would if I was coming from Utah...=)

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      CommentAuthorBuzz
    • CommentTimeApr 15th 2007
     

    Nope, no CheBuzz. The Ding! fare today sealed the deal for us with the Denver exchange.

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      CommentAuthorshorty18
    • CommentTimeApr 16th 2007
     

    Hey,

    I would be willing to drive if people would like to help pay for gas to Tucson and back. My car holds 5 people comfortably. Let me know so I can plan on going or not. It would be miserable to drive all alone to Arizona. After that I need to sell my car so I can move out to Provo and be able to have a life. Anybody interested in a Hyndaui Sonata?

    Erin short little redhead girl

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      CommentAuthorshorty18
    • CommentTimeApr 16th 2007
     

    Hey how much does this thing cost? I can't get onto the website. ARGGG!!!!!!!

    Erin

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 16th 2007
     
    shorty18:

    I would be willing to drive if people would like to help pay for gas to Tucson and back. My car holds 5 people comfortably. Let me know so I can plan on going or not. It would be miserable to drive all alone to Arizona.

    It would be cool, but give me a few days before I commit for sure.
    A few logistical questions:
    What days would we drive down and back on?
    What do you suppose our plans for accommodations would be?
    Can we and should we stop at my parents' house in Thatcher on the way down or back?

    shorty18:

    Hey how much does this thing cost? I can't get onto the website. ARGGG!!!!!!!

    Make sure to use the second "bomb" link, not the "stomp" one. The full weekend pass is $65, purchaseable by 28 april.

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      CommentAuthorshorty18
    • CommentTimeApr 16th 2007
     
    gumby:

    LOL from the pics you would think all I knew how to do was dip [Emoticon not found] I miss you too lindysauce and all the awesome sac follows. So Ive got to find a way to get down to lindy bomb. Is anyone here in UT going down?

    Hey Scott,

    If you need a ride and plan on going I could give you a ride. I haven't registered yet just because I need to know who else would be going so I know if I will be going or not. I have never been to a big event and I need to go have some fun before school starts again in the fall. Let me know what you think. I could fit others as well. I also have friends down in Tucson that we might be able to stay at their house.

    Erin short little redhead girl [Emoticon not found]

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 16th 2007
     

    Do it, do it!!! Someone needs to get on Justin....and I mean that mostly figuritively =)

    • CommentAuthorgumby
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    Awesome!!!! Erin rocks we have two maybe three coming now. who wants the last spots in the car? there are going to be some great teachers there and if lindysauce is going to DJ that alone makes the 7 hour drive worth it!

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      CommentAuthorElChuy
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     
    lindysauce:

    Do it, do it!!! Someone needs to get on Justin....and I mean that mostly figuritively =)

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      CommentAuthorBuzz
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    Seconded.

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    What happenend to the old Buzz or shall we call him "Dave". Because the "Dave" I used to know would do both =).

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      CommentAuthorBuzz
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    Well, this hypothetical person you speak of 1) got married and 2) isn't too interested in going to Tucson.

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      CommentAuthort_roach
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    Your just hypothetically speaking though right?

    Wish I could go. How much is it again?

    I've always wanted to take a lesson from Minn.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     
    t_roach:

    Wish I could go. How much is it again?

    It's $65. (Purchase by April 2[Emoticon not found]

    I've always wanted to take a lesson from Minn.

    Ooh, now you've got me all excited!

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      CommentAuthort_roach
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    You want hardcore, watch minn & corina in ULHS04 fast division finals (2nd couple)! (be sure to watch them in the all skate too.

    How much for Friday and Saturday only though... hmmm....

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    Dave--that hurts my feelings =(.

    Grant--You should totally come! I haven't ever seen you in another state i don't think....

    • CommentAuthorgumby
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     

    come play with us grant now there are four from UT lexi, alan, scott, erin

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      CommentAuthort_roach
    • CommentTimeApr 17th 2007
     
    lindysauce:

    Grant--You should totally come! I haven't ever seen you in another state i don't think....

    I know! I never went to see you when I lived in LA, and DC was too long ago!

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      CommentAuthorBuzz
    • CommentTimeApr 18th 2007
     
    lindysauce:

    Dave--that hurts my feelings =(.

    The getting married part? or the not really interested in going to Tucson part?

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 18th 2007
     
    Buzz:
    lindysauce:

    Dave--that hurts my feelings =(.

    The getting married part? or the not really interested in going to Tucson part?

    Heh. Not the getting married part. More the not interested in seeing me part...I'm going to be in Tucson, and you should want to see me, so by deduction you should want to go to Tucson. =) But that's ok, Dave, I will forgive you this time. I will tempt you to come to other events [Emoticon not found] .

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 18th 2007
     
    gumby:

    come play with us grant now there are four from UT lexi, alan, scott, erin

    Whoa, whoa, whoa! Is somebody trying to steal my spot in the car?? Okay, I guess I was still waffling earlier. But I'm in. In fact, I will hide in the trunk if you try to stop me.

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 18th 2007
     

    There can always be a caravan! I'm soooo excited!!!

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 18th 2007
     
    lindysauce:

    There can always be a caravan! I'm soooo excited!!!

    Especially what with some serious doubt that has been cast on my spot in the car. But I haven't heard another driver yet...

    Guys, we don't want to take my car. It's a truck, and it has a stick shift and a slow oil leak. And I think the air conditioner's broken. Terrible for road tripping. But yeah, my spot in car #1 is in some doubt, so I'm currently anxious to hear volunteers for car #2.

    Anyone?

    • CommentAuthorgumby
    • CommentTimeApr 20th 2007
     
    Foehg:

    Especially what with some serious doubt that has been cast on my spot in the car. But I haven't heard another driver yet...
    ?

    we have two people who can drive right now 5 in one car is a little much so lets plan on taking two cars for now and lets try to get a few more people to jump down with us.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 20th 2007
     

    Sweeet [Emoticon not found]

    Also to be discussed before I register:

    the form:

    Will you need Housing/Hosting?

    Umm... will I?
    Erin did say she might have friends that we could stay with... what is everybody else putting for this one?

    • CommentAuthorlindysauce
    • CommentTimeApr 20th 2007
     

    if you need somewhere to stay, put that you need housing. the hosting part is more for the locals if they are willing to let people like us crash their places of residence =).

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 20th 2007
     

    Right... my question is will I need some place to stay, or has somebody else already figured that out?

    Well, I guess I can just say I need one, and then email and say I really don't if I don't.

    Fine. Whatever.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 20th 2007
     

    T'fu, now I said yes, and they want to know when I'll be arriving and leaving. Which I certainly don't know without input from the group.

    I gather we'll be arriving the afternoon or evening of the 11th, but leaving?

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      CommentAuthorgeek4life
    • CommentTimeApr 21st 2007
     

    I'll be there.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeApr 21st 2007
     

    A'ight, whatever. We'll have to figure it out later, 'cuz I'm registered, and the check is in the mail. Tucson, here I come.

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      CommentAuthorshorty18
    • CommentTimeApr 25th 2007
     

    Ok so my car is full now. Good luck to all.

    Erin

    the little red head girl [Emoticon not found]

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      CommentAuthort_roach
    • CommentTimeApr 26th 2007
     

    Look out, Tuscon, here comes ransom! [Emoticon not found]

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeMay 7th 2007
     

    This email recently came out to everyone on the email list:

    Stryder:

    Hey everyone! Hope you're as excited as I am about the Lindy Bomb!
    We're putting all the final pieces into place after running into a few
    obstacles. We've finalized the saturday night venue at the YMCA with
    Tucson Swings. The dance was intended to be held at the University of
    Arizona Grand Ballroom, but they canceled on us last minute.

    Just a few notes:

    A Volunteer list is going out in the next day or so once I've decided
    exactly how many people we're going to need. Let me know if you're
    interested and I'll make sure you are compensated for your time. Reply
    back with 'Lindy Bomb Volunteer' in the subject line so I know who's
    interested and I'll make sure you guys get first dibs on the sign up
    sheet. Spots may still be open on the day of. activities.

    If you're a local attendee who's interested in hosting, please let me
    know exactly how many you can host and what your preferences are. If
    you've already talked to me, no worries. Just give me quick follow up,
    I may already have assigned you spots. If you're from out of town and
    didn't already indicate that you need hosting, let me know and I'm sure
    we can work something out for you. [Emoticon not found] Tucson is nothing if not friendly.

    Lastly, be sure to tell all your friends about the Friday and Saturday
    night dances! All proceeds from the entire weekend will go to benefit
    the Orion Hingley fund. If you don't already know what that is, go to
    www.myspace.com/orionhingley. His parents are great people and have
    been active in the swing community for a long time, so they're very dear
    to us. Lets pack this place out so we can show them some well wishes!
    If you need flyers or other materials, let me know and I'll get them to
    you right away.

    I can't wait to see everyone this weekend!

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      CommentAuthorgeek4life
    • CommentTimeMay 7th 2007
     

    so who's coming? final roll call.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeMay 7th 2007
     

    Present!

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeMay 10th 2007
     

    Here's the latest email that came out on the list:

    Stryder:

    The Late night dances will be held at Studio West and will go from 12pm
    to 4am! Studio West is over at 6061 E Broadway Blvd # 114. If you're
    not registered for the weekend, the cost is just $5

    After the dance on Friday night we'll have a BBQ over at Brandy's House
    from 12pm until about 3 or so, maybe a little later. It's a potluck, so
    bring some grub or donations as you please! If you plan on attending,
    please RSVP and let me know if you have any plans to bring a treat.
    BYOB, but please do so responsibly!

    Housing: We've had some last minute addtions to the housing list, so if
    you haven't already signed up to be a host, we sure could use you!
    Please respond ASAP if you can host and you'll get a discount on your
    entry fees this weekend. If you've already signed up for housing, don't
    fret, we've got you covered!

    Housing lists will be sent to hosts and those who've signed up in the
    next 24 hours. If you have any questions or concerns, give me a call
    directly at 520.323.1217

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeMay 15th 2007
     

    It's over!!!

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      CommentAuthorBuzz
    • CommentTimeMay 15th 2007
     

    How was it? Pics?

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeMay 15th 2007
     

    It was better than anything has ever been, by virtue of the fact that it had me at it. I'm sure other events have their redeeming qualities, but being there was infinitely better than missing it.

    So, yeah, I don't have much to compare it to, but everybody seemed to agree that blues workshops with Brenda were a highlight.

    Pictures are not yet. My camera runs on film, so I'll want to finish the roll before I develop it. I don't particularly remember Erin, Emily, Scott, Alan, or Lexi having a camera. Kristi (one of our hostesses) had a camera, and was snapping pics pretty consistently. I'll have to get in touch and ask for doubles.

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      CommentAuthorElChuy
    • CommentTimeMay 16th 2007
     

    mmmmmm... brenda.

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      CommentAuthorFoehg
    • CommentTimeFeb 27th 2008
     

    Cautiously eyeing Tucson this year again. Anybody know who Reuel Reis and Mike Legett are?

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