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Watch Noah - Juggling Act this Tuesday July 1 on NBC

annarussian-hooper — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:20:43 GMT

"America's got Talent" announced that the Dallas auditions are featured this week! We hope that you are tune in this Tuesday July 1 on NBC to watch Noah Juggling Act from the H-town and other talented performers from Texas. We apologize for all the friends we make to watch 2 hour "Reality TV" last week with only 5cec. of fast interview with Noah. Hopefully third time is a charm!!!

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Fire/Glow Performance Group?

not-sure — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:41:27 GMT

Are there any existing fire conclaves/poi performace groups in DFW? I am kinda interested in joining up with a group who spins for fun and occasional profit.

I work for a public library, and this summer many libraries in Texas are looking for poi spinners since "Glow Poi" is a suggested program (Texas State Library gives ideas like that!). Anyway, I am doing a program for the libraries in Plano, but I'd love to branch out with a group and provide a great show for people across the metroplex (and maybe even all over Texas if it's lucrative). Let me know if there is a group I can contact, or if you'd be willing to establish a group with me.

Oh, and I am at an intermediate level with poi... I've actually not done fire yet, but after six months of spinning poi, I am advancing pretty quickly and practicing my arms off. I'd love to have opportunities to show off my new talent to people other than my cats!

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Right up our alley

Nekkid_Jim — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:33:51 GMT

I ran across this website for dangerous pyromaniacs on the Lateral Science website. I particularly like the "drinking molten lead" trick.

http://lateralscience.co.uk/pyromagic/index.html

Play safely, kiddies!

NJ

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poi meetup

thedrunkenmonkey — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 23:56:45 GMT

hey guys, if there is anybody who spins poi or would like to learn i just met a texas newcomer that is hosting a meet up in this week.
so if your a poi enthusiast in or around the Arlington area come by. Me a nd gypsy will be there. I've talked to Kimber online so far she's just moved to Texas from Arizona and is hosting the meet up to meet other that share in the art.
even if you don't spin show up anyway, and if you can't make it this time theres another meet up the next week. if i know gypsy she will be bringing hoops aplenty.

when?
Sunday, Nov 18, 2007, 4:00 PM

Where?
River Legacy Park
701 NW Green Oaks Boulevard at Cooper S Margaret Dr entry gate
Arlington, TX 76006
This location is in a park. We will start at 4 pm and last until at least 9:30pm. You do not have to stay the entire time. Play a little or a lot, the choice is yours. The meeting will be in the main park area and it would be best to park by the restrooms.

see you guys there,
The drunken monkey
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Spinners March 29th?

Fidgetz — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:22:04 GMT

Guys,

My friend Eneca and I are playing a night of electronica and video projections at the end of the month. I think the white rock spinners would add a great impact to the night if any are interested. Please pass my email info and I'll see what I can do about guest lists for those that are interested in showing off their skills.

March 29, 10pm-2am.

Electric Avenue at Avenue Arts
825 S. Exposition
Dallas, Texas 75226

Trent
trentmail@gmail.com

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Sunday Spins at White Rock Lake

Phoenix Dragon — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 05:15:24 GMT

I just joined tribe but have been spinning in Dallas for over the last two years and am trying to create more places for groups to meet up and practice exchange tricks and so on. I am trying to get a large enough group of people together on Sundays in Dallas for practice in the park. If anyone is interested please send me a message. If enough people reply i will set a central location and time that works out best for those that plan to attend. Hope to hear from everyone soon.

Does this Sunday at White Rock Lake work for everyone.
time to be announced

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SANTA RETURNS to DFW this weekend!!!

mzzzspanky — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 03:39:02 GMT

Santa turns 6 years old this year!!! He's coming to a city near you!

www.dallassantaramapge.us

FRIDAY - DECEMBER 14TH - ARLINGTON
**Let me know now if you want to ride on a van. Will need a few designated drivers, and it looks like it will be about $12 each to ride in a van. We will leave Studers at 8:30!!!**
Email arlington@dallassantarampage.us for more info. Let us know if you're interested in chipping in for a sober ride. If not, get a designated driver or hop on your motorcycle (MO) and meet at STUDER's at 8:00pm Friday!!! After party at Casa de Shanielle's, with food courtesy of Zero.

SATURDAY - DECEMBER 15TH - DALLAS
*CHANGE IN MEETING PLACE*
Get your ticket for the bus at www.dallassantarampage.us. Last year - 3 buses of Crazy Santas roam Dallas! Meet at Sloppyworld at 8:30 pm.(www.sloppyworld.com)

FRIDAY - DECEMBER 21ST - DENTON
Details TBA

Get your Santa suit TODAY and join the 6 year old DFW tradition that stemmed from the 13 year old worldwide tradition.

SANTA SAYS:
1. You must have a Santa suit. Just a hat doesn't count!
2. Bring an ID and CASH! Going from bar to bar isn't fun when 100 Santas have to close a tab.
3. Don't mess with the cops! If you get in trouble, I get in trouble, becuase we're all dressed the same!

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Community love on sale now!

Fidgetz — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:44:23 GMT

This is a repost ffrom loved ones in Atlanta, their hoops are a great product and a wonderful gift!

"At Superhooper.org, we're donating one hoop to Toys for Tots for every hoop sold now through December 9!

Tis the Season! Check out our newest SuperStar LED hoop at superhooper.org and join in the giving. "

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Fire - Belly Dance - Drumming - Henna - MORE ... 3rd Coast Tribal - Jan 2008

Zymirrah — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 18:06:34 GMT

Greetings - We are bringing some great talent to your city.... 4 days of classes and shows and more! We'd love to see some of the north Texas fire folks out here! As I only get to run into some of you at Flipside each year.... and yes there will be a fire performance!

To stay on the topic of fire... let me say we are offering some fire classes with Lorelei ...a featured member of Empyrean Fire Tribe.
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Lorelei is a diverse artist whose talents include fire poi, belly dance, and videography. Based in her hometown of Houston, Texas, Lorelei began her performance career in high school and community theatre.In 1999, friends introduced Lorelei to the art of poi spinning and it wasn't long before she became a featured member of Empyrean Fire Tribe, creating unique fire performances for Six Flags Astroworld (2003) and the Texas Renaissance Festival (2004). She also became a sought after instructor, developing a curriculum and methodology for teaching poi that she has refined over time. Lorelei began her belly dance career at Sirrom School of Dance in October of 2000. Since that time, she has made numerous cherished friends within the dance community and has performed regularly at festivals, clubs, parties and restaurants throughout the Houston area. She has studied with a variety of instructors in workshop, and assisted Sahira with the creation of her Arabian Spices DVD. Lorelei currently dances with her troupe, DaGlitter.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Class topics...
Fireless Poi Spinning - Basics and Moving with Poi
This class will introduce the six basic underlying rotations in poi spinning and the standard tricks derived from each of them. We will also study transitional tricks which will allow us to begin to move freely with the poi.

Fireless Poi Spinning - Intermediate Tricks & Layering Dance Moves
The student should bring a working knowledge of poi spinning to this class.We will begin by focusing on intermediate tricks, transitions, and postures to enhance your performance. We wil then pay special attention to those tricks which can be adapted to allow the integration of dance movement.

All the classes are listed here....

http://urbangypsy.cc/3rdcoast.html
http://3rdcoast.eventbrite.com

Peace, luv'n pancakes... until our paths cross...
Z.

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NY fire spinner and hooper looking for gathering

Geronimo — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 14:15:48 GMT

I am a spinner/hooper from NY and I'm coming home to Dallas for Thanksgiving, from tht tuesday the 20th til sunday the 25th. I was wondering if sometime in between those dates I could meet up with some of ya'll and have a jam of some sort. And if so, where would I find White gas? REI had some I remember, any other places?

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Dallas Hoop Workshop Nov 11

annarussian-hooper — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 07:07:15 GMT

Hello my Dallas hoopers friends !!!
I will be in Dallas this weekend and organizing the Hoop Dance workshop Nov 11 @ the southern end of Kiowa Park in North Dallas as the venue. we'll meet at the intersection of Woodbriar and Grayport: maps.google.com/maps
Interested, just show up at 1pm on Sunday and bring your groovy hoop cats with you lets make it as much fun as possible!!!!!!! Love Anna
>>>Beginner Hoop Dance November 11>>>>>>>>>
@ 1:oopm , Kiowa Park ,Dallas. TX.
with Anna-Vlada Russian hooper
Class$35
Hoop for sale from $25-$35
Beginner Hoop Dance Class 1
No experience necessary! The extended 1:30 hr class time in this series allows for lots of one-on-one attention and detailed instruction. You will explore dancing while hooping, with ample time to master moves. Learn to hoop on your torso, arms, legs, and off body in elaborate turns and spins. Each move is devoted to increasing awareness in a different part of the body while working with a specific principle of hoop exercise. Have fun while spinning away a few extra pounds!
Hoop-dance is Sexy, Playful, and a Fantastic Aerobic Workout! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Have a question about buying a hoop or class schedules? Contact:
Anna Lebedinsky (Hoopdance instructor/Rhythmic Gymnastics coach)
hoopsparkletx@yahoo.com

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Just saying hi

Patrick — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 04:32:30 GMT

Just wanted to say hi to all the very cool fire folks in this area.

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I thought I would share this with you guys!

matt_lives_to_burn — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:38:22 GMT

Ok so I make poi locally and most of the work I do is custom requests... I just made a pair of keychain sized cathedrals for one of the people in my burn group. They are 1 inch cubes and look exactly like the real things, blind rigged and all.. Then i attached them to a dog chain with an S-hook (cuz quicklinks are too big.. haha) and then you can just spin them if you want to do a quick burn. They make really pretty flames and fit in your pocket! They are so small you can even eat them. hahah! Anyways I thought I'd share the idea. They are my new favorite poi! Its a nice break from the huge poi I usually make.

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Dallas fire performer-performers needed for an adult venue gig in club this weekend.

Patrick — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 02:21:13 GMT

Draco Pendragon here.I have a club gig here that I cant fill due to schedule conflicts.They want between 1 and 5 fire performers that can perform in an adult venue.No nudity but its an adult venue.Any acts that have an erotic edge with fire.The club is called Iniquity and its in Dallas.This gig will definately lead to others as the entertainment coordinater is the person you will be dealing with.The gig will cover expenses and perhaps more but I will let you work that out with the club if any can fill the venue.Let me know soon.Thanks........Draco Pendragon.......Patrick

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Any Fire spinners are going to the Myschievia?

annarussian-hooper — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 05:25:25 GMT

Any Fire spinners are going to the Myschievia? And if you are not you should:)
Myschievia(NTXB.org) is next weekend on Oct 5-7 Me and my fire troupe “Luminosity” will be performing for the main Burn Procession it will be awesome if we have a lot of fire spinners so we can all form a show around the effigy before the burn and light up the Myschievia even brighter this year! Love Anna

Please speak up!

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Be SAFE!!!

Dee — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 19:42:21 GMT

How many of you are absolutely rigid when it comes to preserving your personal safetY? How many of you:

* will not under any circumstances perform without a spotter
* use both a towel and a fire extinguisher when spinning (and make sure at least one person other than yourself knows how to use it)
* physically rope off / barricade access to your fuel and spinoff area
* always wear appropriate clothing / secure hair

I've seen so many people who are new to this not doing the above, particularly spinning without a designated spotter or even bringing a stupid towel! So here's a sad story for you, which took place right here in Dallas. I perform sometimes with a hula dance troupe and they have a guy who does a Polynesian fire knife dance. He had no designated spotter, no towel, a costume that included raffia grass tied around his arms and legs, and a fire extinguisher that he kept in his bag (and which no one else knew about). The leader of the hula troupe wrote to me today:

"He was walking offstage with his fire knives after the performance when the wind caused the fire to catch the raffia on his legs on fire. When he tried to put it out it caught the raffia on his arms as well. He got a 3rd degree burns in both hands and legs. He's had to get skin grafts in both places. He is back to walking now but can't still use his hands. He was new to performing, so I guess he hadn't learned the precautions. Afterwards we found his fire extinguisher in his bag instead of near him. And I think he should have turned off the fire before he walked off the stage. But we are just glad he is alive. It was so scary. he didn't give any instructions to us in case something happened, so we just panicked and didn't want to come near him because we were wearing the raffia skirts too. That was my suggestion to him not to wear those, but since he was pretty new in this in didn't make sense to him."

I'm really sad because I saw this guy perform before the accident (as a dancer, not a fire performer) and he was just awesome - this big funny white guy in the middle of all these little Polynesian girls. Tragic that he neglected the safety basics or didn't have anyone to tell him what they were. Personally, I'm going to start ragging on people. I used to just ignore fire performers who acted stupidly - hey it's their choice - but really the stakes are too high. It could literally mean someone's life.

So here I am - buggin ya. Please make a list of safety procedures and make it inviolable. I've been lax myself lately, but no more.

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fire practice

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:23:14 GMT

Are there any fire practices around here (poi mainly) that woudnt mind 3 extra spinners coming to? We could bring extra fuel and wicks.. = ]

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arlington people

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 19:04:57 GMT

Anyone have a good (and safe) place to spin (burn)?

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After Burningman

Gypsy_Fyre — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 18:13:08 GMT

was thinking about (After Burningman is over) reorganizing and turning creativity in motion into a monthly (or so--depending on what everyone is interested in) Jam. The details are up in the air...but it could be a sort of spin/drum jam that moves around to different parks/hosts, etc....with maybe a potluck attached. I learned a lot from the first spinfest and I'm sorting that info in my head...but I really want to put something together that occurs on a regular basis. I would just like some feedback on the idea.

Let's talk it into action...
~G

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I wanna learn!

Just Casi — Mon, 25 Dec 2006 19:50:56 GMT

Can anyone help me?

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There has to be another way....

Gypsy_Fyre — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:31:43 GMT

Ok...so here's the deal...I'm frustrated.

Fire...I love it, I respect it's power and I'm in awe of the passion it inspires within me.

I know I'm not ready to light up...I'm still very much a fledgling...That's what I've come to call myself--a Fire Fledgling--however, I don't feel like I'm really on the path forward. I'm part of a fire group...but I don't feel like I'm on my way to fire--or really learning much. I haven't even really learned to tech/safety (I've pretty much got it figured out just from watching and being around it...but I want to start from the very bottom and really learn)

I'm Hooping--that's on my own, and though it's my passion and truest love...it's rather slow-go because I don't have anyone to work with on it...I'm working on poi with my boyfriend (I don't ever see that being a strength with me, but I'm trying, who knows, maybe I'll surprise myself). I am supposed to be working on fans with the leader of our group (my roommate), though we've not budged past bringing fans back to the house from East Texas. I also want to test out staff---and honestly...there isn't a skill toy out there that I don't want to atleast tangle my fingers in a bit. I want to see where my strengths lye. There has never been anything in my life that has latched hold of my soul like the world of fire and skill toys and I want very much to embrace it with this hungry love I have for it. I'm an artist through and through--and the way that I've been inspired....well that's a seperate post all together..perhaps an entire novel.

I know things have been rather chaotic in our group recently, but that is generally the "norm" for us. I guess I'm frustrated because of how stagnant my own progress feels. Nothing has gotten past "Wow, when we give Miranda Fire that'll be sexy as hell" ...or "Damn she'll look good with fire" or "Just think of what she'll do with fire..." or "When we give Miranda fire...[ect]." and, knowing this bunch...it won't happen unless I MAKE it happen. Apparently it's on everyone's mind...but that's where it will stay until it's before their eyes as well.

I'm the kind of person that, if I really want something, I will try every door in the hallway until one budges and sets me back on my way to achieving my goal (and sometimes ya just gotta pick a lock or two--ahem). I get very frustrated with my friends and their uncanny lack of motivation--or atleast their consistant pattern of saying they want something and waiting months and months before they finally work to achieve it [haphazardly]. I love them all so very much, but I can't stand this--for my own journey.

So here comes the point-- The gypsy is walking down this long corridor and carefully trying each door, do any of them open? I'm longing for teachers, mentors, anedotes, friends, etc, etc.

I just feel so....lost.

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2 Fire Dancers needed in New Orleans for 9/8/07 show

switch_witch — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 02:38:28 GMT

my very wonderful and amazing friend is chairing a scholarship/grant charity benefit for the arts in New Orleans on 9/8/07.

she desperately needs two fire dancers.

while there is no pay for the performance being that it is a charity benefit, you will get free room and board for the weekend, as well as be able to have a great time seeing all the many different kinds of performers that will be there, and receive a load of appreciation from those hosting the event. i'd go myself if i was better than my current amateur status.

if you or anyone you know may be interested, please message me and i will send you her contact info.

thank you!
~jENnaRx

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Practice Poi?

Just Casi — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 19:09:20 GMT

Anyone know where I can buy some practice poi?

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In Dallas (Plano, actually) for a day or two, looking for goings-on

FlammaAeterna — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:35:50 GMT

I'm flying in for business today, and I will be in town tonight and possibly Wednesday night, and I'm looking for any spinning that is going on (or anyone that wants to get together for whatever reason). If anyone is interested and available, send me a message!

Matthew
Flamma Aeterna

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Dallas Area: Skill Toys in the Park

Gypsy_Fyre — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 14:30:56 GMT

Dallas Area: Skill Toys in the Park

Creativity in Motion: A day to Play!

Skill Toys in the park. 7-7-7 All Day!

We're having a get together for skill toy lovers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Hula Hoops, Poi, Flag, Staff, hacky sacks, whatever...come one come all!

Here's the tribe with the information as it comes together. http://tribes.tribe.net/creativityinmotion

Check out our e-flyer in the photo gallery.

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spin jam

Snap — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:50:30 GMT

I just moved back to Denton and am wondering if there are going to be any spin jams any time soon. I am a seasoned performer just looking to meet others and find a community to spin with here.
Thank you,
Amy
www.myspace.com/snapdragon77
please email me at
snapdragon77@gmail.com I never check my mail on tribe anymore

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Friend looking for fire performers

Nekkid_Jim — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 04:57:02 GMT

A couple I am acquainted with have just purchased a nudist resort about an hour from Dallas. They are fascinated with my tales of Burning Man, and are wondering if they can get some fire performers out there. Anyone interested? I'll hook you up.

These folks would be wowed by amateurs practicing. They'd be gaga over seasoned BM poi spinners. If you want a place to try out your routines in front of a live audience, this is the place.

NJ

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Sept 15-17th SpinningTime & Amok's Workshop

Alchemy — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 20:42:37 GMT

Not tired of camping/drumming/spinning yet??? Put it on your calendars now for a trip to Alchemy's Alcove on Sept 15-17th. You are welcome to join us Friday evening if you want to get in an extra night of camping. Just let us know so we can wait up for you :)

In addition to our regular SpinnngTime, we will also be hosting a workshop in building with ferro-cement. We will have extra gloves for those wanting to participate (it's not mandatory).

Bring your drums and since it has rained on us this last weekend and supposed to rain this next weekend (and probably the next as well), don't forget your raingear and mudboots. LOL

Amok has been working with a backhoe and has put in three culverts on the property and a ditch along the road to divert rain water from the front fields to the ponds. Watch the road carefully so you don't slip off into the new ditch on the north (left) side of the road coming around the corner to the Alcove.

Check the files section of our yahoo groups for Alcove Info & Directions and be sure to Let me know if you have any questions.

Peace within,
~Alchemy
groups.yahoo.com/group/SpinningTime/
groups.yahoo.com/group/Amoks_Workshop/
www.myspace.com/spinningtime

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I like fire.

Angi B. — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 15:34:57 GMT

I used to think poi was gay. I also used to get hit in the head with glow sticks a lot.

I used to resent all the space that was taken away on the dance floor. I could get nasty.

Then I witnessed the same annoying task performed with fire. It was exciting, dangerous, and somehow didn't piss me off when I had to move out of the literal line of fire. I watched. I studied. I attempted with scarves, and even once with *eek* glowsticks (don't want to just go right into burning myself right?)

Anyhow I have never learned what I'm doing, but I'm often asked if I spin fire when I perform with netting or scarves. Sadly, my answer has always been the same.

Well folks, the fire obsession grows (does everyone start out this way?) I need to learn, and I figure this is as good a place of any to start. I'd dive right in myself, but after the former Miss Firepants burned off her own pants last year, some much needed respect for the flame must be learned. I'd like to say that that statement was a metaphor. So I'll just say I like cheese instead. Pepper jack.

*Insert obligatory I'm new here and would like help getting into this craft here*

I'm fun. You will have fun helping me. I like coffee, sarcasm and captive audiences. You don't hate fun or captives do you? Good then email me...
Profet60091@yahoo.com

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Searching

Sarah — Wed, 12 Jul 2006 20:53:00 GMT

Hi my name is Sarah I'm searching for people in the Texas area mainly Abeline who do poi and Staffs as I will be moving to Abiline in September with my husband, if you could let me know if your in that area and are willing to chat to me and help me out with my poi and staffs.
Thank you!

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hey everybody i had to leave

TheTexasBrawler — Sun, 09 Jul 2006 07:32:24 GMT

i don't know where and i don't know why but i did have to leave. so if anyone has any details that would be cool.

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SpinningTime @Alchemy's Alcove Tonight

Alchemy — Sat, 08 Jul 2006 16:56:37 GMT

come out and spin with us if you can.......

Peace within the Flames,
Alchemy

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Dallas fire show 7/21/06 request for performers

rftek — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 01:02:46 GMT

Howdy all,

Tamingfire has been contracted to perform at a private events in the Dallas area on 7/21/06. I'm looking for a person with a Flame Effects Operators License who can attend and possibly perform. This is a paying event, we will compensate adequately for your time and license. Please contact me offlist at matthewtwatkins@gmail.com or 979 204 7546 if your interested. Thank you,

Matthew Watkins
www.tamingfire.com

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firedancers- July 8th, Dallas, TX

soundslikecara — Sat, 03 Jun 2006 04:06:04 GMT

How do I get some firedancers to a party July 8th for an hour or so to perform and then stay to party? Come hang out with my sister Erin and a few hundred of her closest friends all day at Martinis and Bikinis, which is her and her friend, Jamie's, annual B-day party. The party is in some major need of a few burners in my POV. I think it'd be fun and free-beer/liquor if you like that sort of thing?

I'd also like to trade firedancing lessons for modeling (dude i have no other skillz, but i can sit still for hours while meditating about my existance in excrutiating pain). Are there any portrait/figure artists out there in need of a model? An hour for an hour or something like that a few Saturdays this summer would be wonderful. I can, will and do dance like a banshee- I just need to add fire...

Let me know! To those in the know: Post this wherever it needs to go, I'm still a relative tribe virgin...
Cara

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home again home again jigidy jig.

puck — Thu, 04 May 2006 15:52:28 GMT

Thats right the official update is that not only am in texas again but I am back in dallas for the first time in 2 years. I look forward to trying to meet up with any one interest in talking hanging or even butrning stuff. :) sFor the moment money is tight seeing as I am working as a volunter at Betwixt & Between The local community center for alternative religions. Please feel free to message and wil talk.

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Fire gig Lead: Dallas this Friday 4/21

creativeflame — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 15:21:07 GMT

4/21. Fire performing female needed.
Walkaround spots. THERE IS PAY.

contact bash@firetalent.com ASAP
with your tools skills, contact information & availability.

Creative Flame Company seeking fire /cirque performers in the dallas area for this
and future gigs.

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SpinningTime @Alchemy's Alcove

Alchemy — Mon, 06 Mar 2006 04:35:10 GMT

We are gathering together again on March 18/19th. If your schedule is open ..... come play with us!
Peace within the Flames,
Alchemy
groups.yahoo.com/group/SpinningTime/

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Dallas Santa Rampage

legohead — Mon, 14 Nov 2005 21:34:44 GMT

Less than a month left until the Dallas Santa Rampage this year!
Saturday, Dec. 10th!

dont' know what i'm talking about? check here:
www.santarchy.com

here's some pics from 2004 in New York:
www.rayolivares.com/santacon

buy santa suits online here:
www.orientaltrading.com
Order soon to allow time for delivery. Walgreens has really cheap ones for $10!! Target and other stores have nicer ones too. Or make your own costume!

if you want to join us this year, go here:
www.dallassantarampage.us

sign up for the email list. we're renting a sleigh (party bus) and need a roll call to see who all is on board. it'll be around $20 a head.

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Lost cell phone @ Myschevia

Tangent — Tue, 18 Oct 2005 19:23:16 GMT

yes... I lost my cell phone at Myschevia. It is a T-Mobile phone...anyone find it?? I will love u forever! (will anyways) M

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poi practice

moongypsy — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 22:43:15 GMT

Join us Saturday evening to learn, share, practice and polish your poi skills with other spinners. All skill levels are welcome! Just bring poi, glowies and bug spray. The moon and Shisha provided.
R.S.V.P. for directions.

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Befriend...and....CMA

YourProdigalSon — Sun, 02 Oct 2005 02:19:25 GMT

I'd like to build up my fire performing friends on here. Would you please consider inviting me to join your friend's list if I'm not already on there.

Does anyone have plans on going to the next CMA event?

Thanks!

Chris

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1st North Texas Regional Burn

soccermom — Wed, 14 Sep 2005 00:36:54 GMT

Myschievia: Tiral By Fire

Oct 7th-9th

1 hour west of Ft. Worth

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TIX on sale through Oct 2nd midnight.

-SoccerMom

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Aug 27-28th SpinningTime w/Alchemy

Alchemy — Sun, 14 Aug 2005 13:32:18 GMT

Spinning Time @Alchemy’s Alcove
Drumming - Dancing - Spinning Fire
August 27th-28th, 2005

Share and Learn new skills while practicing with Poi Chains, Fans,
Staff and Swords.Dress appropriately (100% cotton/leather) if
planning to spin with Fire.Bring Your Own Equipment (including
GlowSticks and/or Approved Fuel), Chairs, Drums Fire Pit w/Grill
for PotLuck with S'Mores, Veggie and Carnivorous Encounters. Fire
Spinning & Safety Workshops scheduled on Saturday Camping Fees
Waived - $Love$ Donations Accepted

Spinning Time w/Alchemy
Providing safe space for `like-minded' fire people to come be free
within the flames, Spinning Time @Alchemy's Alcove (Cisco, TX) is a group of Fire Performers, Fire Safety, Security Guardians, Drummers and Dancers
who gather Monthly @Alchemy’s Alcove for an Weekend (Fri
Evening-Sun Noon) of Drumming & Dancing with Fire and Glowsticks

See www.homeofpoi.com/ for information on this unique art
form. We follow NAFAA’s Performer Safety Guidelines
nafaa.org

groups.yahoo.com/group/SpinningTime/

Come celebrate our friend, JD’s, birthday with us! Amok is
planning to cook Pit Pig/Goat among other PotLuck goodies!

South Gate is now operational as the new road has been established
down the south fenceline. Enter the Alcove by the gate at our Mailbox (instead of the 1st gate by the big oak.)

We are moving my office to the Alcove this weekend - including my
computer - so, will be offline for awhile. Contact us by cell phone
if any further info is needed. ~Alchemy

Contact #’s:
Alchemy 325-864-3984
Amok 325-864-3139

Alchemy’s Alcove
401 CR 176
Cisco, TX 76437

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Nice Doggie needs a home

luvlite — Mon, 01 Aug 2005 04:08:14 GMT

My mother-in-law is moving and cannot keep her dog. Unfortunately, the terms of our lease prevent us from taking him in.
He is not a pretty dog, but very sweet and good with kids. However, he does not get along well with other dogs, so he cannot go to someone who already has a canine friend-in-residence. He does fine with cats, though.
I would hate to see this sweet, affectionate, mellow guy have to go back to the shelter he was already saved from once.
If anyone can help, let me know, please.

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July 1-5th SpinningTime w/Alchemy @Alchemy's Alcove

Alchemy — Sat, 25 Jun 2005 02:20:05 GMT

DFW Fire members are welcome to join us at the Alcove if you don't have other plans for the weekend.

OK - here is the info, I've tried to include everything - basically, bring anything you think you might need for a weekend in the woods. I'll be offline from this Sunday >>> onward (until returning to Denton for more packing) so Give us a call on our cell phones if you need any more information.
Peace within the Flames,
Alchemy

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Spinning Time w/Alchemy
Drumming - Dancing - Spinning Fire
@Alchemy’s Alcove.

July 1st-5th, 2005
Camping Fees Waived for Active Participation
$Love$ Donations Accepted.

Spinning Time w/Alchemy
Providing safe space for `like-minded' fire people to come be free within the flames. Spinning Time w/Alchemy is a group of Fire Performers, Fire Safety, Security Guardians, Drummers and Dancers who gather Monthly @Alchemy’s Alcove (Cisco, TX) for an weekend (Fri Evening – Sunday Noon)of Drumming, Spinning & Dancing withFire (& Glowsticks)

Share and learn new skills while practicing with poi chains, fans,
staff and swords. Dress appropriately (100% cotton/leather). Bring your own equipment (including GlowSticks and/or approved fuel if planning to spin with fire), chairs, drums, munchies and drinks. Fire Spinning & Safety Workshops scheduled on Saturday mornings. Fire Pit with Grill for PotLuck with S'Mores, Veggie and Carnivorous encounters.

Join SpinningTime w/Alchemy’s Yahoo Group
groups.yahoo.com/group/SpinningTime/

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Alchemy’s Alcove
Primitive Camping - Retreats - Small Festivals
Venture within the mystical groves and wander the tranquil paths of Alchemy's Alcove.

Primitive Camping on a private 40+ acre property (working farm) in a rural setting within a two hour drive of Dallas/Ft. Worth - only 45 miles from Abilene, TX.

Primitive Camping - No Potable Water, Electric or Phone
Stay within Alcove Boundaries - Do Not Cross Fences
Cordwood Outhouse w/Composting Toilet and Solar Shower
Anyone under 18yrs must be accompanied by a Parent/Legal Guardian
Fire Spinning in Approved Areas Only with Fire Safety Rules Enforced
Use Only Existing Fire Rings - Portable Fire Places are Welcome
w/placement approval
Burn Barrels & Recycling Center Available - Leave No Trace
STOP! Leave your Drama at Home - Burden Basket Provided at Gate

Meals are PotLuck at the Feasting Grove - We Try to Keep it Simple (PotLuck = bring enough for yourself plus a bit more to share)
Breakfast - Pastries, Hot/Cold Cereal, Fruit, Breakfast Burritos
Lunch - Meat/Cheese/PB&J Sandwiches, Ramen, Chips
Dinner - Chili Cheese Dogs, Burgers, Chicken, Soups, Salads, Veggies

Remember to Bring
Comfortable work shoes/boots, sunscreen, bug repellent, hats and work gloves. Most tools provided. We will have sulfur socks ready and waiting for foot dusting (to repel chiggers). Rain is Always a possibility, so bring extra dry clothes, tarps and rain gear in addition to your usual Always Changing Weather in Texas Camping Gear. Plate, bowl, mug, utensils, etc... as our Recycling Center, Burn Barrels, Composting Bin and Dishwashing Station are environmentally friendly and reduces needless waste. Bring Lots of Hydrating Liquids to drink (Water & Gatorade), 1st Aide Kit and any needed medications as we are not close to medical facilities. Closest Convenience Store/Gas Station/Grocery Store - less than three miles, Wal-Mart - ten miles.

WeekEnd Liability Waiver and Emergency Contact Information Forms To Be Completed @ Check In

WeekEnd Itinerary
Early Morning - Coffee, Fishing, Just Chillin' watching the WildLife
@Lillie's Pond
Quick Breakfast
Morning Projects/Workshops
Lunch Time
Afternoon Projects/Workshops
Put Away Tools & Clean Up
PotLuck Dinner
Nightly Nature Walk
Drumming, Dancing & Spinning Fire

Rental Information - 2005
Adult & Teens $5 Per Night Tent Camping
Mini-Cabin or Shelter $10 + Per Night average size 8'x8'
Children 12 and younger Free with Parent/Guardian Supervision
Exclusive Rentals (whole camp)$5 per person
Minimum 40 people (or $200)
Maximum 100 people ($500)for up to Two Nights
$125 per additional Night

Legal Disclaimer & Notice: All persons entering Alchemy’s
Alcove agrees 1) to abide by the laws of the United States and the State of Texas, Eastland County and local jurisdiction at all times. 2) to be personally responsible, under all circumstances and at all times, for their own welfare and safety, as well as the welfare and safety of all minors under their care - including lost of or damage to personal property. 3) to hold Alchemy’s Alcove and property owners blameless and in no way liable for any injuries or losses which may be sustained, whether through action or inaction on the part of Alchemy’s Alcove or property owners. 4) to release and indemnify Alchemy’s Alcove and property owners, staff or members of any liability arising from their participation or participation of said minors during their time at Alchemy’s Alcove. 5) understand they are attending and participating at their own risk. 6) to abide by all rules printed or posted at Alchemy’s Alcove. 7) they may be ejected from the property if they participate in any activity that may cause
harm to, or does harm, to another individual, per the Laws of the
State of Texas.

Alchemy’s Alcove
401 CR 176 – Cisco, TX 76437
Contact #’s: 325-864-3984 or 325-864-3139

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stilt walkers

luvlite — Tue, 14 Jun 2005 09:07:24 GMT

Does anyone know anyone who can teach me to walk on stilts?

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Interested in decompression at Lee Harvey's?

alabamaslamma — Tue, 31 May 2005 18:27:12 GMT

I need to decompress, but I need to do it in Dallas.
Is there anything planned?
If you are interested in getting together at Lee Harvey's, let me know so I can get with the manager to set something up, hopefully for this weekend.
Saturday night will be better because they just have a DJ that night. We will probably be able to tack stuff on to that.

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state license

moongypsy — Thu, 14 Apr 2005 15:45:42 GMT

i am wanting to get licensed by the state for poi....does anyone have any advice on how to do this? what is required? how i would study for the test?

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Hey there! Just joined

ElijahTurtle — Thu, 14 Apr 2005 15:18:24 GMT

Hey Just joined the group. Haven't played with fire in about a year. Trying to pick the interest back up and went looking for more info. I ended up here and joining a few other Fire performance groups.

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SpinningTime w/Alchemy Sat-April 2nd

Alchemy — Wed, 30 Mar 2005 14:47:34 GMT

Greetings,

We are gathering on Sat - April 2nd in Denton for drumming, dancing and spinning with fire/glowsticks. PotLuck as usual. Fire Pit w/Grill available for veggie and carnivorous encounters.

We usually spend time teaching fire safety and various spinning techniques for those who want to learn more.

groups.yahoo.com/group/SpinningTime/
Directions are posted in the Files Section

HeadsUP - We are not planning any many more SpinningTime w/Alchemy at this location (Denton - North Texas) as in a couple of months - June 2005, we will be moving our home to Alchemy's Alcove (85 acres) - Cisco, TX which is 45 miles east of Abilene, TX - Only 2Hrs west from DF/W on I-20.

The Good News is we will be having Monthly WeekEnds for drumming, dancing, fire spinning - which is going to be so cool for all of us.

During our Monthly WorkWeekEnds we are currently establishing
campsites w/ fire pits, cordwood outhouses w/composting toilet and solar shower, mini-cabins, spinning circle, drummers circle w/fire pit, floating dock, etc....

If anyone is interested in joining us for a WorkWeekEnd - let me
know and I'll send you an invitation to join the Alchemy'sAlcove
group.

Hope to see you on Saturday!!!

~Alchemy

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any body home?

FeralFrank — Sun, 30 Jan 2005 19:57:51 GMT

Hello, My name is Frank and I have been playing with poi off and on and would love to find out if there are any get togethers for practice and such?

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d/fw practice

mellow1 — Tue, 07 Dec 2004 18:51:32 GMT

Puck started this thread on the dallasFire email list (dallasfire@yahoogroups.com) and I wanted to share the discussion here as well (thank you Puck!)........

this is music to my ears!
let's do it.

It would be so nice to be able to share & learn with each other.

I don't know about everyone else, but MOST of what I've learned about poi and staff and fire handling has been online...which is wonderful, but it's nothing like actually having a local, in-the-flesh community where we could learn from each other...and inspire each other, and help each other get better, and even take it all to the next level!

Any ideas on where?
Public or private?
Someone's yard or public park?

(My boyfriend and I live in a house in an art friendly neighborhood in East Dallas. We have a fairly big backyard that can't be seen from the street.)

Anyone else have a house?
Maybe we can alternate locations.

Also, we can practice in a public park with l.e.d.'s or 'blinkies'... White Rock Lake might be nice.

Monthly? Weekly?

Peace
-Jamie

*****

If this group keeps growing we really may need to start setting up practice locations and shit. I know every one probably would like to do a meet and great ....or show off to others. ;)

puck

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Fire Fan Deigns- What's your favorite?

mellow1 — Thu, 11 Nov 2004 19:37:08 GMT

Hello All.
I'm trying to decide which type of fire fan is the best 'all-around' design.

I'm looking for a beautiful design that has strength and is good for, not only basic movements, but also spins and throws.

I would gladly welcome any words of wisdom and suggestions on design, movements, tricks, etc, as well as the pro's and con's of certain styles of fan.

The fan designs I've seen and liked are:

irongypsy.com/fan/sunfan.htm

irongypsy.com/fan/bigfan.htm

www.homeofpoi.com/shop/prod...etails.php/fire/104/poi/33/detail/Large_Fire_Fans

fire-gear.com/fans.php

www.firewhip.com/fans.html

Many thanks for your opinion.
-Jamie

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Oct 30th

puck — Tue, 19 Oct 2004 20:02:32 GMT

I will be performing at the velvet hookah in addison oct 30th 9 to midnight. Fire marshals have given the go ahead and the club is all about it. So any one interested come and check it out.

puck

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hello every body! ...and an invite

mellow1 — Tue, 19 Oct 2004 02:59:00 GMT

I just joined the tribe... my name is Jamie.
I'm so glad to find a dallas group interested in fireplay.

I just want to put out an invite....
I plan on going the the "Across the Street Bar" Psychedelic drum-jam this wednesday evening. The owners of the bar allow / encourage fire performers to come out and do our thing (provided we exercise caution, etc). The jam is held outdoors, weather permitting, so it's perfect for fireplay and dancing under the stars. The outdoor area is quite large, so there's plenty of room for fuel, and spin-off away from everyone.

the address is: Across the Street Bar, 5625 Yale Blvd Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: (214) 363-0660
$3 cover charge
9:30 - 1 am

http://www.drums.org/TexasDrums/wednesday.htm

Come and PLAY with us!
Namaste'
-Jamie

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For those who don't know.

puck — Fri, 15 Oct 2004 20:52:32 GMT

Fore those who don't know I am a cappable teacher in the fire arts. If any one is interested please let me know. Rates for teaching range from 35 to 50 per hour depending on what you want to be taught. I can also help in any fabrication ideas to bring fire into shows feel free to contact me.

If any one knows how to do a listing let me know because I cann't seem to figure it out and I must be missing the link somewhere.

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Kismet

jessica_dawn — Tue, 05 Oct 2004 17:33:24 GMT

still lookin' forward to a "fire show" at Kismet... someday.........

Just thought I'd hint broadly at ya'all ;)

Jess

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