2013 Drummm Gratitudes

DRUMMM wishes to thank these special people, companies, organizations, events and venues for an incredible 2013:

· Genentech
· eBay
· Google
· S.F. Winery
· de Young Museum
· Exploratorium
· Mickey Hart
· UCSF
· Cal State Hayward
· Delta College
· Mac World
· John Fitzgerald/REMO Inc.
· San Francisco Ballet
· Drum Circle Facilitators Guild (DCFG)
· Mentoring for Success
· Youth Enrichment Strategies
· San Francisco Unified School District
· Whim Agency
· Amy Kaneko Events
· Athena Academy
· Avenidas Rose Kleiner Senior Center
· El Carmelo Kids Club
· Bay Area Libaries - San Pablo, Walnut Creek, Sebastopol, Guerneville, Los Gatos, Menlo Park, San Lorenzo, El Sobrante, Union City
· Women Drummers International
· Ashkenaz Music and Dance Cultural Center
· Family Caregiver Alliance
· Kol Emeth
· Seneca Center
· Child Educational Center (CEC)
· YMCA Jones Gulch
· Shining Star Respite
· Masonic Homes
· Elizabeth House
· Camp Gan Israel
· Love Warriors
· Walters Jr. High
· Yavneh Day School
· Temple Isiah
· Victoria Fowler
· Francesca Genco
· Susanna Goldenstein
· Fairmount Elementary
· Otis Elementary
· IntegriTea

And a very special THANK YOU to all the new and continuing DRUMMM Co-Facilitators:

· Aaron Kierbel
· Adley Penner
· Craig Miller
· Patricio Angulo
· Paul Martin Sounder
· Peter Brightman
· Susan Jette
· Tomas Salcedo
· Yari Mander

And of course to our favorite little drummer boy Ethan - so glad you've joined the DRUMMM Team!!!

THANK YOU ALL FOR A BANGING YEAR!

In rhythm,

Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Founder, Director, Lead Rhythm Facilitator

DRUMMM Rhythmic Events

The beat goes on! DRUMMM welcomes newest drummer to the family, plus September-December 2013 Community Events

Please welcome little drummer boy Ethan Isadore Brightman to the DRUMMM family! Ethan was born on Sunday August 11th, 2013 in Berkeley, CA to DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow and proud papa Peter Brightman. So far he's shown an interest in listening to legendary drummers Babtunde Olatunji, Glen Velez, Master Musicians of Jajouka, and Mamady Keita to name just a few. Glad you could join us in rhythm and in life little Ethan! We can't wait to drummm with you.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY DRUMMM EVENTS
September-December 2013

Saturday 9/21
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE
Featuring special guest facilitator Kathy Quain, MME, MT-BC
4:30-6pm  in the Back Studio (Special time + space!)
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Sunday 10/6
DRUMMM CIRCLE @ DRUM SUNDAY KICKOFF PICNIC
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR; Hosted by Women Drummers International
1-3:30pm
Mosswood Park, Oakland CA
FREE!

Saturday 10/19
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
4-5:30pm  in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Saturday 10/26
HALLOWEEN COMMUNITY + FAMILY DRUMMM PROGRAM
11am-12pm
Guerneville Regional Library
Come in costume and join us in drumming up some Halloween fun!
FREE!

Saturday 11/9
VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE
1-2pm 
IntegriTea Art Space - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA
In support of Vallejo Open Studios. Open to all ages, all levels. Bring a seat and drum or percussion if you have one. Some drums available.
FREE! (Donations accepted)

Sunday 11/10

VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE

5:30-6:30pm
IntegriTea Art Space - 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA

In support of Vallejo Open Studios. Open to all ages, all levels. Bring a seat and drum or percussion if you have one. Some drums available.

FREE! (Donations accepted)

Saturday 11/16
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE + FOOD DRIVE
Please bring healthy canned or packaged foods for our annual Food Drive. All proceeds will be donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
4-5:30pm  in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Thursday 12/12
DRUMMM FOR KIDS
Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR + the DRUMMM Team
4-4:50pm
Walnut Creek Library
FREE!

Thursday 12/12
DRUMMM FOR ADULTS
Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR + the DRUMMM Team
6:30-7:30pm
Walnut Creek Library
FREE!

Sunday 12/15
VALLEJO COMMUNITY DRUMMM CIRCLE + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
3-5pm
IntegriTea Art + Event Space, 717 Marin St, Vallejo CA
Please donate to our local Holiday Food Drive! We are accepting healthy canned or packaged foods for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties.
3-3:30pm Beginner Lesson: Intro to Hand Drumming/World Grooves
3:30-5pm All levels Facilitated Drum Circle/Community Celebration.
Open to all ages, levels, cultures, and styles of drumming. No prior musical experience is necessary to participate. Jeni will get your hands moving and grooving on the drum in no time!
Adults: $10; Kids 12 and under: $5; Babies under 2: Free
Bring a drum or percussion if you have one. There will be plenty of extras on hand.

Saturday 12/21
MONTHLY EAST BAY DRUMMM CIRCLE, SOLSTICE CELEBRATION + HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
Facilitated by DRUMMM Founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR
Eat! Beat! And Be Merry! Please bring a dish or beverage to share at our Community Potluck, plus healthy canned or packaged foods for our annual Holiday Food Drive. All proceeds will be donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
4-6pm  in the Main Space
Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, CA www.ashkenaz.com
Adults $10; Kids (12 + under) $5
Drum Rental $5

Check back here often - events are being added all the time!
For more info visit www.DRUMMM.com.
For bookings or questions please contact Jeni Swerdlow - jeni@drummm.com - 510.316.2850

Summer of Rhythm! DRUMMM Community Events Calendar, Jun-Aug 2013

Join DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder and facilitator Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR and friends in a joyful celebration of rhythm! It's a magical, music-making experience that everyone can participate in together. Come play!

Sat 6/15 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA

4-5:30pm

Wed 6/19 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ San Lorenzo Library - Free + family-friendly!
2:30-3:15pm

Sat 6/22 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Union City Library - Free + family-friendly!
2:00-2:45pm

Wed 6/26 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Los Gatos Library - Free + family-friendly!
10:30-11:15am

Wed 7/10 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Menlo Park Library - Free + family-friendly!
10:30-11:15am

Wed 7/10 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ Belle Haven Branch Library, Menlo Park - Free + family-friendly!
1:30-2:15pm

Sat 7/20 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle with Special Guest Rhythm Facilitator Susan Jette, MT-BC @ Ashkenaz, Berkeley CA
4-5:30pm

Mon 8/12 DRUMMM OneBEAT @ El Sobrante Library - Free + family-friendly!
7-7:45pm

Sat 8/17 Please note that there will be NO Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle in August. See you in September on 9/21!

For more info, visit www.DRUMMM.com. Check back often - events are being added all the time!

Monthly East Bay Drummm Circle Gathers Community in Rhythm!

East Bay Monthly Community Drummm Circle - Every 3rd Saturday!

Join DRUMMM founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR and friends in a joyful celebration of rhythm! Group drumming can be a fun and effective way to reduce stress, connect with oneself and others, live in the moment, and build musical skills. Jeni's facilitation makes drumming engaging, accessible, and meaningful for all ages, all levels. Come play! Watch a Video

Time: 4:00-5:30pm (4:00-4:20pm Quick-n-Easy Beginner Hand-Drumming Lesson; 4:20-5:30pm Let's All Play!)

Location: Ashkenaz Music + Dance Center - 1317 San Pablo Avenue (at Gilman St.), Berkeley, California www.ashkenaz.com

Dates for 2013: 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18, 6/15, 7/20, (no August), 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21

Cost: Adults (13 years + over): $10 at the door if you bring a drum, $15 if you need to borrow a drum (loaner drums available on a first-come, first-serve basis). Kids (12 years and under--must be supervised by an adult): $5 at the door if you bring a drum, $10 you need to borrow a drum.

This is an all ages, all levels, hands-on facilitated drum circle event. Beginners are encouraged to come early for an introduction to hand-drumming and basic world grooves.

Beginning Drummers:
-Learn basic hand and stick drumming techniques!
-Play universal world rhythms in an ensemble!
-Discover how to find the beat and really listen!
-Have fun making music in a safe, supportive environment!
-Explore drumming as a means of self-expression and stress relief!

Experienced Drummers:
-Learn to improvise and play music “in-the-moment”!
-Improve musicality and learn to play dynamically!
-Work on technique and soloing!
-Develop drum circle facilitation skills!
-Connect with other drummers in your area!

About the Facilitator:

San Francisco Bay Area percussionist and registered art therapist Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR is a dynamic and engaging facilitator, trainer, presenter, and performer. Founding DRUMMM Rhythmic Events in 2000, her interactive, “hands-on” group drumming programs have engaged many thousands of participants at a wide variety of events in the U.S. and abroad. She is a REMO endorsed drum circle facilitator, trained HealthRHYTHMS facilitator, and lifelong student of West African drumming and world percussion. Swerdlow is best known for her innovative strategies and playful attitude that foster teambuilding, support wellness, enhance celebrations, and strengthen community for event participants of all ages and backgrounds. 

Info: www.DRUMMM.com
Contact: Jeni@drummm.com or 510.316.2850

It's the Summer of Drummm!

Are you ready for some hands-on summer fun? Join DRUMMM Rhythmic Events founder Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR and special guests in a facilitated drumming event that will leave you feeling renewed and exhilarated! All DRUMMM's community events are open to the public. No special talent or prior training is required to fully experience the joy and benefits of group drumming. For more info, visit DRUMMM Rhythmic Events or contact info@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

JUNE

6/6/12 Community Drummm Circle @ Harbin Hot Springs, Middletown 

$5-15 Suggested donation

8:00-10:00PM

6/9/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ 2nd Annual Homegrown Hoedown, Ukiah

Frey Vineyards, Redwood Valley, CA.

6/14/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library, Rohnert Park-Cotati

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:00-11:45AM

6/16/12 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz Music & Dance Center, Berkeley

4:00-5:30PM

6/16/12 Drummm Circle @ Antioquia CD Release, Ashkenaz, Berkeley

8:00-9:00PM

6/19/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Rincon Valley Regional Library, Santa Rosa

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:00-11:45AM

6/19/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Cloverdale Regional Library, Cloverdale

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:30-3:15PM

6/20/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Sonoma Valley Regional Library, Sonoma

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:00-11:45AM

6/20/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Central Library, Santa Rosa

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:00-2:45PM

6/21/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Guerneville Regional Library, Guerneville

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:00-11:45AM

6/22/12 DRUMMM with Shakini Coyote Kirtan Band + GaiaField Project @ 7th Heaven Yoga Center, 2820 7th St., Berkeley

8:00-10:30PM

6/23/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Chavez Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:00-3:00PM

6/26/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Dimond Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

7:00-8:00PM

6/29/12 -7/1/12 Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR presents "Juicy Grooves 101" @ Born to Drum Camp

Walker Creek, Petaluma

JULY

7/7/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Union City Library, Union City

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:00-3:00PM

7/9/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Children's Room Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

10:30-11:30AM

7/10/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Sebastopol Regional Library, Sebastopol

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:00-11:45AM

7/10/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Windsor Regional Library, Windsor

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:00-2:45PM

7/11/12 Drummm OneBEAT@ Benicia Library, Benicia

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

3:00-4:00PM

7/14/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ 81st Street Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

1:30-2:30PM

7/17/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Montclair Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

7:00-8:00PM

7/18/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Golden Gate Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

10:30-11:30AM

7/21/12 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz Music & Dance Center, Berkeley

4:00-5:30PM

7/24/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Rockridge Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

7:00-8:00PM

7/26/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Eastmont Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

1:30-2:30PM

7/31/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Piedmont Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

7:00-8:00PM

AUGUST

8/8/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Castro Valley Library, Castro Valley

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

2:00-3:00PM

8/11/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Melrose Library, Oakland

Free Family Program. Instruments provided.

11:30AM-12:30PM

8/18/12 CANCELLED - Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle
Don't fret, we're just taking the month off.  See you on September 15th!

Check back often, this calendar is updated frequently!

For more info, visit DRUMMM Rhythmic Events or contact info@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.

Upcoming Rhythm Events with DRUMMM!

San Francisco Bay Area's DRUMMM Rhythmic Events is connecting the world in rhythm, one beat at a time! Join in the hands-on experience and see what the commotion is all about...

MARCH

3/7/12 Drummm LifeBEAT @ UCSF Young Women’s Health + Leadership Summit

South San Francisco Conference Center

9:30-10:00AM

3/17/12 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz Music & Dance Center

1317 San Pablo Ave. @ Gilman St., Berkeley

$10-15

4:00-5:30PM

APRIL

4/1/12 "Drummm Yourself Free: Finding YOUR Groove!" @ Drum Sundays, with Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR of DRUMMM, Sponsored by Women Drummers International

4148 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619

$10-25 Sliding Scale

1:00-3:00PM

4/20/12 Yoga + Live drumming with Ashley West Roberts + Jeni Swerdlow @ Namaste Grandlake, Oakland.

Do your down dog on the up beat! Vinyasa, levels 1-3.

9:30-11:00AM

4/21/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ YES Family Camp, Pescadero CA

9AM-9PM

4/21/12 Monthly East Bay Community Drummm Circle with Guest Facilitator Renee Benmeleh @ Ashkenaz Music & Dance Center

1317 San Pablo Ave. @ Gilman St., Berkeley

$10-15

4:00-5:30PM

4/21/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Spartan Keyes Art Festival, San Jose

2:15-3:15PM

4/22/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ West Coast World: Earth Day World Music Celebration

Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland. Instruments Provided.

2:30-10:30PM

MAY

5/3/12 Drummm OneBEAT Celebration @ San Joaquin Delta College, Stockton CA

12:30-1:30PM

5/5/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ YES Family Camp, Pescadero CA

9AM-9PM

5/6/12 Drummm LifeBEAT @ Women's Getaway Weekend, YMCA Camp Jones Gulch

5/10/12 Drummm OneBEAT @ Lag B'Omer BBQ (Sponsored by Chabad of the East Bay)
Tilden Park, Berkeley
BBQ from 5-9p. Drumming from 6:30-7p.
$15-18/person, $36-40/family (includes BBQ + all activities)

5/11/12 Drummm LifeBEAT for Palo Alto Community Child Care Staff Development Day

10:00-11:30AM

5/19/12 DrumSTRONG "drumming to beat cancer" Community Drummm Circle @ Ashkenaz Music & Dance Center

1317 San Pablo Ave. @ Gilman St., Berkeley

$10-25+ (Suggested donation--100% of proceeds will be donated to the Cancer Support Community of the San Francisco Bay Area)

4:00-6:00PM

5/28/12 Drummm LifeBEAT for Summer Shape Up @ S.F. Zoo
12:00-2:00PM

For more info, visit DRUMMM Rhythmic Events or contact info@drummm.com or 510.316.2850.