Husbands/Partners of Bellydancers Unite!'s topics - tribe.net

Just curious

Taog — Wed, 21 May 2008 21:20:36 GMT

I'm wondering what the mix of this group is.......is your dancer a cab or tribal/tribal fusion dancer?

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Oddest Costume?

TomTom — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 17:55:56 GMT

Whats the craziest thing your bellydancer has ever worn?

- A freaking pumpkin for a head!

* Picture will be up momentarily

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What's going on for the summer?

Steve — Mon, 19 May 2008 00:55:02 GMT

Hey everyone....

What's going on for the summer? Anyone up for a camping trip, fishing, or a druken weekend?

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TomTom (and cat lovers...)

Kassandra — Tue, 06 May 2008 20:20:29 GMT

maybe you would enjoy this:

http://www.catsinsinks.com/

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4/12 - Second Annual Belly Dance Convention in Purcellville, VA

ravenadesigns — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:55:58 GMT

Second Annual Belly Dance Convention
Saturday, April 12th
11:00am to 3:00pm at Carver Center

Entrance fee is $5.
Tiraz Members enter free.

Carver Center
200 Willie Palmer Way, Purcellville, VA 20132
For more information: info@tirazdancenetwork.com
www. tirazdancenetwork.com

Presentations by featured members Kostana, Yucy el Banan, tribal troupe

Rhythm & Cues, and MORE. In addition, experts Gerson Kuhr, Cleo’s Closet, and Sally with her veils will be on site to help you become the dancer you were meant to be.

Additional vendors include Ravena Designs, Zilley, Mima, Aliya and the Gypsy Monkey!

Fabulous DOOR PRIZES including dance necessities and a $100 dance scholarship. Free Networking table – bring your flyers and business cards.

Shop ‘til you drop for costumes, music and accessories at the vendor and swap tables. Reconnect with friends and meet new dancers at this unique networking and educational event. You may recall the huge success of the very FIRST Belly Dance Convention EVER in Northern Virginia! This year will be bigger and better!

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wanna get some of that bellydance stuff out of the house???

Mabjustmab — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:21:16 GMT

DCTribal is hosting a community yard sale/swap meet. bring your dancer, and her stuff! who knows what you will leave with! Less than one week to go!

March 15th, 2008
At the ECACollective
733 Euclid St NW Washington DC 20001

DCTribal Pot Luck Swap Meet Party!
Hafla and Community Yard Sale - 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
$5 / $10 to bring items

There will be dance costumes, tassel belts, jewelry, DVDs and CDs, Melodia pants and Flying Skirts!
not to mention THINGS!! STUFF!! ~AND~ JUNK!!!

Bring tribal belly dance items to swap or sell! Limited table space available.

No party is complete without food, so bring a dish to share! Live music! Open dancing!

And a special raffle to benefit Kaihea, president of DCTribal, who is battling ovarian cancer.

Volunteer opportunities for the March 15th DCTribal Hafla! some of the volunteer options include -

set up - arrive at 3:30 and help set up tables, chairs and decoration.
sign-in table/welcoming committee - 1 hour shifts between 4 - 7 pm
clean up/load out - 7:00-7:30

perks for volunteering include (but are not limited to):
* No cover charge to get in
* Getting to meet folks as they come in
* You get to say you are part of the crew!
* volunteers make things happen, and that makes volunteers COOL!
* for the folks that help set up, you get to look at the stuff for sale first!
* cool stickers that show your DCT pride!

give as much or as little as you like! that's the joy of being a DCTribal Volunteer!

If you are interested in coordinating a music set, or volunteering please send an email to Mab - Mab@DCTribal.com

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Getting dragged to Tribal Fest?

TomTom — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:14:12 GMT

So in mind with the whole husbands/partners get together inspired by Chuck, I was wondering how many of you will be at Tribal Fest this year? This year will be my first. I'm sure I'll have to log in more than my fair share of vending booth hours for Romka, but there should be a spare moment or two where we can all get together and have a beer, and just be sympathetic towards each other...

Anyone else?

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Hubby/Partner Only Week-end

ChuckTheDJ — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:10:38 GMT

The idea has been brought up for a week-end hubby/partner time..

We can talk story, share ideas, offer support, play golf and have fun.....

I'm thinking Vegas and in Feb 9 & 10th,,, maybe the 8th to include Friday.

If planned right, it can be a tax write off and I think a cool way to talk about all that BD stuff that we as partners deal with.....

I'm not saying that you can't bring the dancer, but I think that we need to plan time.

If we pick a hotel, maybe we can all meet in the same area/bar/room or to have talks... trade stories, photos, or?

We need everyones ideas here, will this fly?

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My Website now has a full functioning auction site for you to use

sacredgoddess — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 07:53:04 GMT

Thank you to those who have supported me and have visited my swap page.
Because I realized it was not full service enough, and required me to be involved, I now have a fully functioning AUCTION page you can use. AND IT IS FREE....all you have to do is list and be sure to blog it or network it to others.
Its all yours..my gift to all of my fellow Tribers who got me off to a webstart!!
I have posted my blog but will post the url one more time
www.sacredgoddessonline.com
go to the auction link under other realms or you can also go the bellydance page and link from there. I will still have the swap page going..so dont worry..it is still up..
www.bellydancerswap.com

totally thrilled, and with your help we can network and keep this free auction site going!!
thanks again guys..
Sandy

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Post Valentine present!

belladonnadancer — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:13:44 GMT

i got my scimitar from TomTom for valentines day oh so many years ago... it is only fitting that my instructional dvd is available to order & will ship post valentines day... but oh what a gift!

Belladonna's premier sword dancing instructional DVD!

A belly dancer's guide to powerful and purposeful sword technique.

A sword is a visually exciting dance prop and can be so much more. More then just how to dance with a balanced sword in this program you will learn how a sword can be a sensual and powerful dance partner. Drawing on her years of experience Belladonna teaches you not only great sword dance moves, but also how to infuse your sword work with strength and purpose.

Available to order TODAY from www.insidiousgroup.com
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VD for my BD

Steve — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:17:41 GMT

No...no no.....VD is not a disease. It stands for Valentine's Day. I usually have a long list of ideas to get for my belly dancer. But this year, I am kind of drawing a blank.

A little help guys....

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Hi, everybody!

mattd — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:21:19 GMT

Shh! I snuck in the back door, as I'm the dancer, my wife the drummer...

I'm taking intermediate ATS and basic fusion at present, with an eye towards bringing in elements of Indian classical dance when the time is right. The road was long to find the group I've hooked up with, but it was well worth the journey. A pair of dance-sisters and I have a wicked sword routine in the works which almost made this weekend's hafla, but needs a bit more fine-tuning.

By day, I keep the intertubes humming to keep print and online advertising flowing, and my lady executively administers a state regulation director.

We're based in sunny Florida, and are so looking forward to TribalCon and Spirit of the Tribes.

How are you today?

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Happy Birthday TomTom

Taog — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 22:13:08 GMT

Today is the birthday of TomTom....our moderator.

Happy Birthday buddy!

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Carmine and Melissa coming to DC!

samirashuruk — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:24:29 GMT

It's official! Carmine and Melissa are coming to DC in January!
Workshops!
A FANTASTIC show!
Jalsah!

The show, Friday Jan 25th includes the incomparable Artemis Mourat in addition to Samira Shuruk, Shems, Madirah Nasreen, Kostana and more. It's at Taste of Morocco in Silver Spring, MD. $10 cover, $10 minimum. Doors open at 10pm. Show starts at 10:30.
More info here:
http://www.jalsah.org/sites/Jalsah/Locations/DC/

The workshops on Sat the 26th are to be held at Maryland Youth Ballet in Silver Spring, MD
Baby Beginner Doumbek by Carmine
Drummers and Dancers by Carmine and Samira
ME music and Rhythms for all instruments by Melissa
More info and registration via PayPal here:
http://www.jalsah.org/sites/Jalsah/Locations/DC/

Saturday night we're hosting a Jalsah! Time and location TBA.
http://www.jalsah.org/sites/Jalsah/Locations/DC/

More Jalsah info:
www.jalsah.org

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Think My Hubbie might like you guys!!

Nerissa — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:19:41 GMT

I just posted a link before for my ebay store, hope none of you mind, but saw the topic asking about what to buy your partners for xmas!!

I will tell hubbie about this tribe, think he might like to chat with some of you guys, and prob have a bit of a moan about me too lol

Nicky x

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What should I buy her for Christmas???

kahlea — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 18:58:31 GMT

Dancers, do your partner a favor and get all those goodies you want online put onto online wishlists.

Amazon, ebay and other sites offer wishlists so loved ones can see what you want, what size, color, etc... you wish to own so partners dont buy you an ugly Egyptian, plastic beaded, scarab necklace, with hot pink beads and some neon green feather earrings (although that earring idea might appeal to a certain someone in this tribe's hubby!).

Also, ask now (so she isnt suspicious) or peek over her shoulder when she is online, about who her fave ebay vendors are.
Most of us ebay sellers not only will combine shipping charges for multiple purchases, but if we know it is a partner buying for a mate, we will surely take extra time and effort to insure you pick out what she really wants or what will really fit!
On my website, I often aid men in buying the right items for their women.

Further, some of us who know your dancer, may even know what special item she's been drooling over or what she eyed at the last event. We may know things like allergies to metals, doesnt like to bare her midriff, desperately needs new dance shoes, or "loved my blue silk skirt". We can help!

And remember, on a more personal note, just because YOU want to see her in a frilly, see through, barely there negligee, doesnt mean SHE will fee comfortable wearing it.
I'd bet if you bought her some sleek Melos, a decorated bra, and a sassy hip belt, she'd be more than willing to do a lil private dance for ya, faster than she might if you bought her something befitting a strip club waitress!
A belly-gift, coming from you, indiciates that not only do you care about getting her something she will actually wear or use, but that you support her love of dance and want her to crow "Oh this? My husband/wife/mate/partner/lover bought this for me for Christmas!" while you sit back and look proud.

Shameless plug:
http://stores.ebay.com/THE-GODDESS-GARDEN-by-K-Lee
www.thegoddessgarden.net

*a dose of cheesy marketing nestled in with my advice post. ; )

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have you guys seen this?

maduro — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 19:59:15 GMT

the bellydance boyfriend application

http://www.thehipcircle.com/article/display.asp?ArticleID=263

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Belly dancing is safe right?...Right!!!??

TomTom — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:59:19 GMT

So you would think that belly dancers should have relatively safe career choices right? I mean, come on...They are dancing...Whats the worse they are going to get, sore feet? Glitter in the eye?

NO!

After looking at the new review of ROMKA's new sword dance, I think I should go get life insurance on my wife. Easy money some would think.

These ladies are crazy!

Whats the scariest thing your dancer has done in her crazy dance career...

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When Dancer's and Boyfriends Unite....

Dalloua — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:54:00 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/husbands_of_bellydancers/photos/b9b801fc-18b0-401a-9d52-1c078ed5ee2e

I love this!

Mina

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Article:The Married Bellydancer: a view just south of heaven by Gia al Qamar

samirashuruk — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 00:59:28 GMT

http://www.thehipcircle.com/article/display.asp?ArticleID=193

She's a hoot and a half and her husband is very very sweet.

Funny article.
:)

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... he totally got it right!

layliasbadmonkeys — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:25:05 GMT

My guy left my apartment with the ominous words of..
"Don't worry! Me and Jewell (his trusty sidekick) are going to the hardware store to get you some studio mirrors." And then starts talking about all kinds of crazy construction plots to make these mirrors (and I quote in my most exited manely voice) "stable". Then like a man planning a camping trip/war he starts muttering about base structures, drum rods, and Top structures... lumber and lots of fittings...

After trying to explain that he was the bestest and most handiest, and ab-licious boyfriend ever, I felt for the sake of my apartment deposit it was necessary to brake his heart by saying " strangely enough handsome, most people simply set them on the ground leaned slightly back at the top" he nodded with a blank look, I gave him general good dementions, and he left.

Hours later- and a new credit card
He comes home with 2 packages of
Stanley Frame less sliding door #325 fits openings up to 80”-81” high
Good Quality- 5'- Bright white
247513 Model # 325-5980-WH.R
Code= 0 43044 93586 0

which equal 4 mirrors... and lotsa stuff to bang up against trees when bored~
Amongst a truck full of other things....

He totally got it right! I was the bestest gift ever!
It looks awesome and he said they were cheap cheap cheap at lowes!!!
Meow Meow! You bellymen rock!

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Husbands Of BellyDancers Area For TF 8

ChuckTheDJ — Tue, 22 May 2007 02:26:27 GMT

Next year at TF 8 I'm trying to talk Kajira into having an area for da husbands... Maybe a net for hitting golf balls,,,,,, a little putting green..... couple of chairs with an umbrella with a TV playing sports.... someone selling beer.... I dunno, just spitballing here...

watta ya thunk?

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sword dvd announcement

belladonnadancer — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 15:16:53 GMT

coming soon.....

Sword Stylization with Belladonna
The art of belly dancing with a sword

Belladonna covers topics including sword selection and care, detailed moves, combos, drills, and choreography.

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Would some of you Men be interested?

Dalloua — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 22:56:26 GMT

In dancing around the Santa Rosa area?

Hey everyone,

I wanted to let you wonderful and helpful partners know of something that my partner puts on, if this is not ok just let me know.

Men's Dance is on Wednesdays’ from 8pm - 9pm (sometimes ends later)

Please send me a PM or an email w/ questions, I would love to have more in the class and would love to see some of you from here!!

Hugs and shimmies

Mina
dalloua@gmail.com

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you know you're the husband of a bellydancer when...

maduro — Mon, 20 Feb 2006 00:22:15 GMT

you are at home by yourself and opt to watch a bellydance DVD instead of play a video game.

I will be assimilated, resistance is futile..

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latecomer to the excitement of it all...

Alyssum — Tue, 15 May 2007 13:28:49 GMT

My boyfriend, Ben, of 8 years wasn't so impressed with bellydancing for a really long time. He's slowly over the years come to even enjoy it, and started learning the dumbek last year so he can accompany me one day.

I recently had a house fire and lost everything. He came up to visit me in the aftermath of it all (He lives in KY where i'm from, I live in MA where i'm going to vet school). Some AWESOME AWESOME bellydancers--people i'm good friends with as well as people I've never met but just heard about the fire from Tribe--sent me bellydance care packages. I was so touched. But the hilarious part was when Ben was hovering over my shoulder as I opened a package and drew out some costuming--he exclaimed out of nowhere, "Bellydancing is AWESOME! I want to do it!" with not the slightest trace of sarcasm at all. His face was lit up, he was psyched!

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My husband totally rocks. Raqs? Whatever.

romdeussen — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 15:35:59 GMT

I am vending at Rakkasah West, and not only did I get a lovely letter hidden in my vending case (sorry...got distracted by the roommate's fascination with new underwear....see blog. Now I lost where I was going--she's telling me articles of clothing in German while holding them up and having me repeat...I have no idea what she's talking about).

Anyhoo, not only did he do that, but he said the magic words. "Get anything you want, honey, and we'll figure it out later. Get whatever you want."

Total magic to my ears. And oddly, reverse psychology b/c I really have not bought much at all. Perhaps a brilliant move on his part--be the good husband AND save money. Or, just a ploy so I sell more glitter so it stops sticking to everything he owns.

Maybe he IS an evil genius after all.

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NEW I'm w/ the Dancer T's at TF 07

mavi — Wed, 09 May 2007 16:26:01 GMT

are you a 'new' sidekick to a bellydancer?

did your dancer do so many gigs last year that your poor I'm w/ the dancer t is all worn out?

Romka has NEW, Improved limited edition 2007 I'm with the dancer T-shirts. Come check out the new wisdom of being a bellydance partner/husband/boyfriend/girlfriend!

They're not up on the website yet...so come check them out at Tribal Fest at the Romka booth! Plus, come say Hi to our TF belly hubby....Taog! Stop by...rub the poor boy's shoulders, bring him a beer, see him vend!

/ shamless self promotion...

Mavi

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a great pair!

Mabjustmab — Fri, 04 May 2007 14:49:22 GMT

Happy anniversary shout out to Tom Tom and Belladonna!

endearing through it all!

*hugs*

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My Dancer

JT — Sat, 21 Apr 2007 17:09:07 GMT

I do believe that my wonderful belly dancing girlfriend is addicted to tribe.net. This sounds funny i know but I do believe that she is, she uses it for everything now even if it is easier and makes more sense to pick of the phone and call someone. It also presses my buttons at times because I feel like she does not listen to me and would rather be on there than talking to myself. Whiny I know but true. Does anyone else have this problem? What do you do about it?

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Woot! 150 members!!!

TomTom — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 18:26:10 GMT

Grats to all the Husbands and Partners of Bellydancers that found their way to this home away from home community. You are now free to gripe, complain, and basically lament to the rest of us, while we share a beer (...actually go get your own!)
If you've been lurking all this time, now is your chance to speak up and say HI.

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Belly Dancer Assistant's Appreciation Day -- Revised

Steve — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 13:16:35 GMT

OK guys...we need to pick a day!!!! A day that our Belly Dancer's wives, girlfriends, or other supporting staff, bend over backwards for us for a change.

If you remember, I brought this idea up last year in March. I got a lot of support for the idea, but nothing really did come to light.

So...lets pick a day!

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Mr. Kajira in Zaghareet

kahlea — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 19:50:14 GMT

A husbands perspective on bellydance!

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Sometimes...

Kiore — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:00:12 GMT

Sometimes we are the husbands, the boyfriends, the roadies, makeup, sound, costuming, lighting, runners, cheerleaders, or whipping boys.

Sometimes... we go too far...

http://tribes.tribe.net/husbands_of_bellydancers/photos/fceb0f03-5c25-4b4f-8a93-ea8e6a029b47

Hi all. I'm Jason (dance name Kiore) and I'm a belly dance boyfriend (guess I should say I have a problem right after that... BDBA!). I am the beautiful Mina's whipping boy and, as you can see from the picture, I wear the shirt... errr ummm... with pride. :)

-Jason / Kiore
Folk Infusion Intermediate

JOIN THE REVOLUTION!!!

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What does it mean to you?

TomTom — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 20:26:56 GMT

What does your title of Husband/Partner of a Belly Dancer mean to you? To be one of the few...The proud...The heavily burdened with sword cases, make up kit, fire safety gear, cd, stereo for the cd, and anything else she can put in your hands, Husbands/Partners of Bellydancers!

Please feel free to include any and all manner of wit/sarcasm/joke that you feel is necessary and do not worry about the things that will be done to you in retribution for your posting by your Belly Dancer...

That is all.

psst...Remember. This is all horribly in bad form and in good humor :} and should not be taken seriously...

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Thought you might enjoy this ...

Baseema — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 01:14:33 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSn75C3zl74

(I hope I copied this right)

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An interesting question....

Mr Oracle — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 17:27:57 GMT

As a bellydance husband especially as the husband of the director of a troupe, where do you draw the line in regards to what you see as bad behavior choices or attitudes within the troupe, your friends and/or community?

I am a very honest person and I feel that there are things that need to be said even if they are hard to hear. For the most part I feel that most stuff is fairly topical and can and should be taken lightly, however when something comes into direct conflict with my sensibilities and/or I feel it threatens the long term health and stability of myself and those I care about I have no problem calling a spade a spade, even when it is directed at those same people. I would prefer to let you know exactly where I stand so you are not left to interpret what I’m feeling, thinking, etc., and people should know when they have crossed the line. On the flip side of this I can take a punch as well, but I expect you be able to back it up with a bit of logic not just emotional outbursts. I love debates and I think this is really the best road to understanding and growth because it allows you to really see the other side. I am a middle child so maybe that has something to do with it.

The fact of the matter is that we husbands and significant others are the unsung heroes of the bellydance community. For most of us, our lives are as tied up into it as our dancers and I think that that gives us a right to express our gripes openly and honestly and those feelings and opinions are just as valid as any others. Why does everyone else get the chance to get together and talk, while I’m sidelined as an asshole for speaking my mind when if all affects me just as much and in some cases more?

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The best gift for a dancer......

mavi — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 19:39:49 GMT

Is the love and support from our significant others!

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What to get a Belly Dancer for Christmas (again...)

TomTom — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 16:19:12 GMT

So as you all know (at least I hope you do...) Christmas is around the corner. It is time to contact your local, and not so-local Belly dancing vendor and buy stuff for our lovely wives/partners that bellydance.
What will you be getting your dancer? (If it's a secret just make something up.) What is the cool dancing accessories this year ladies?
Usually my wife just sends me the link and I hit the 'checkout' button and fill in the credit card info, but I do like to surprise her with a little something she isn't expecting.

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"I'm with the Dancer T-Shirts"

belladonnadancer — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:12:00 GMT

Hi all I'm just letting you know that

XL, XXL shirts are now in stock
For those of you who placed an order at Tribal Fest, those will be shipping out this week.
For those of you who are waiting for XXL shirts, they are now available.

Unfortunately we are still waiting on the M shirts to come in.

Thats all!

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How did you get into this mess?!

TomTom — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 14:23:34 GMT

Ok I was just wondering how everyone else got involved with a Belly Dancer? Surely you didn't wake up one day and decide to resign yourself to the role of pack mule? How did you end up where you are today?
*editor's disclaimer* I just want everyone to know that I do not consider myself a packmule...I have a great wife who never asks me to do something that I am uncomfortable with...

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Where are we all in the world....

Slightly_confused — Sat, 22 Jul 2006 07:29:07 GMT

Feel free to add yourself to the buddy map
.... http://www.buddymapping.com/maps/Allan

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I'm with the dancer. Yes, him.

jenda — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 16:29:23 GMT

Good morning! Most of you are probably husbands or boyfriends, perhaps a partner of female bellydancers. I'm the girlfriend whose boyfriend has been doing Middle Eastern dancing for about four years. He got sucked into the vortex by his many (female) friends who are/were also bellydancers, and they urged him to try it out. He did, found that he liked it,and now he's got a ton of performances under his belt and is a member of an ATS troupe here in Pittsburgh.

In fact, our first date involved me coming to see one of his student performances. We had met online and had been talking for a few weeks when he invited me to a performance. I was rather shocked by this, continually asking myself, "how does a *guy* bellydance?" Lo and behold, he dances better than many women I've seen (just more masculine)!!

I try my best to be supportive and be involved. I tape and take photos of his performances, promote his dance troupe, and try my darndest to find or make costumes and accessories for my manly man. He has a "fan club" of dancers wherever he goes. He gets some looks from audiences at first, until the music starts... :-)

I'm also a dancer, but I study Bharatanatyam. And I drum. And then drum some more. Talk about gender role reversal. I'm glad that there's a community like this; I thought I was all alone out there!

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Don't you just hate it when you can't remember?

TomTom — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 15:17:11 GMT

At DC Tribal Pura a few weeks ago, Maduro and I were talking after the show about something (hence the title) that made us laugh really hard, and we both said that it needed to go up on the Husbands/Partners of Bellydancers unite tribe...
Unfortunately now neither of us can remember what it was. I gotta tell you that whatever it was, it was hilarious.
I'm sure this isn't the first time something NEEDED to be posted but for the life of me, I just can't remember it.

Getting old I guess.

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Whats the dumbest things you think you have ever said Belly Dance related?

Gigi — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 13:46:45 GMT

I thought was kinda funny...When I told my husband that I wanted to start Belly Dancing..he said,
"Honey, if you take 10 classes in the next year, you can buy any costume you want". Well, I had 10 classes out of the way in 3 weeks, and boy was he sorry!!!!!! The costume hunting began!
I think he really thought that I was going to get bored with it...I now have about 30-40 costumes, and my own Belly Dance Business...LOL, I think he takes me a little more seriously now!
Let's hear yours!
Men and women

Gigi

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Just a quick FYI

TomTom — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 12:23:25 GMT

About a month ago, I made it so that new people had to request admission to the Husbands/Partners of Bellydancer Unite Tribe. There was member of this tribe that became a concern when he started bothering several different people. This person was dropped from the Tribe and later from Tribe.Net.
People can still join this tribe so please feel free to invite your friends...We will just be a little more picky about who gets in...

After all, we are here to bitch and moan about our bellydancers are we not?

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Man's Song in the evening

layliasbadmonkeys — Fri, 05 May 2006 20:02:02 GMT

(evil grin)
My man sings this to me...

Give it a second..
http://www.compfused.com/directlink/1253/

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My Husband Did not want to go to show!!!!!

Gigi — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 16:32:18 GMT

I think I finally burnt him out on BD! I wanted him to join me for a show last week, and he declined...quite nicely, but I was disappointed...You know how many boat and Harley Davidson show/events I have been to???????
I go cause I know he loves it, and once I am there...I usually enjoy it...How long until you all got burnt out...or do you still go...and enjoy it!

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For your own or your belly dancer safety...

Kassandra — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 14:23:45 GMT

I visited Despina's web page, and I found a couple of Articles related to safety, not only for belly dancers, but for everybody, especially women.
They are called "Personal Safety Tips" and "Safe and Sound".
Take a look.

http://www.dreamingofjeannie.com.au/

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Let me just state...

TomTom — Wed, 05 Jul 2006 14:37:11 GMT

That even though as a Husband of a belly dancer I complain, bitch, moan, gripe and every other descriptive word that I can think of about everything that I'm put through by my Belly Dancer I just want everyone to know 2 things...

1) I wouldn't do these things if I didn't love my Belly Dancer and didn't actually mind doing them...(Contrary to what Hobbitkicker believes/wishes, we really aren't mindless zombies...) :]

2) We Husbands are VERY protective of our Belly Dancers (and of other Belly Dancers as well.) If someone gives our dancers grief or drama then they are going to have some very irritated Husbands/Partners on their hands...

Just thought I'd point this out...

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From One Concerned Spouse to Another

techs_raq — Sat, 08 Jul 2006 07:24:41 GMT

I know some of you are most likely aware of a situation going on with a particular "Navel Gazer" who has his sights set on our beloved spouses. For those of you not in the know, please be aware that there is a belly stalker in our midst who has NO boundry limits where personal space is involved.

Among other things, he has harassed our beautiful wives / girlfriends / partners / friends / sisters relentlessly as well as outright lied claiming to be - at first - a photographer and then a drummer - he's had six weeks of video instruction.

He has been seen at many events; his sole goal being to meet, marry, drum for and manage a "belly dancer," without concern of the lady herself.

There are incidents upon incidents that I could regail you with of how he's harassed the ladies - including my own partner; however, I won't bore you with the details unless you wish me to.

His name is Brian. He travels frequently from his home in Modesto, California to the Bay Area and the Sacramento Valley for shows. He has used information on sites of Belly Dancers to call them - reports as many as fifteen times per day - as well as using their show schedules to meet them "in person." He also tends to join groups such as MySpace, Tribe and YouTube in order to keep track of the dancers via friend lists, PMs and video preformances.

I have a picture available if you wish it for reference. If you want a copy for your dancer's safety as well as your own information, please go to this webpage ( http://tahoebynight.info/BadiaFusion/Danger.html ) where I have posted it for easy reference.

Take this how you wish, but please ... please be careful. This person, in my opinion, is dangerous.

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I'm joining for my partner..

Fajera — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 03:47:55 GMT

Who is not a forum junkie.. But, she will read over my shoulder.

She really wants for there to be a T-shirt that says "Driver carries no cash... Married to a belly dancer."

She's wildly supportive and is awesome at touching up the make up, turning up the stereo and even helping straighten out the gig rugs.

All in all, she's patient, fabulous and blames me for everything that shimmies!

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wow who are you guys?

sacredgoddess — Thu, 04 May 2006 01:16:47 GMT

my husband just stairs into space and is in a wide awake coma when he hears the word bellydance come from my lips. as far as watching bellydance videos, he would have to be duct taped to a chair and have his eye lids taped open to watch

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Right to "I'm With the Dancer" Tee's...

romdeussen — Fri, 26 May 2006 16:42:43 GMT

My husband always wears his "I'm with the Dancer" shirt I bought from ROMKA a year or so ago to every gig. Especially here in SW Utah, where there are so few dancers, he gets spun around and led around so everyone can see it (he's very small so he's easily pulled around...heh). He needs a second one, but I noticed something...at Rakkasah West, two vendors had the exact same I'm with the Dancer shirts, but different fonts, that were advertised as "totally new to the world" shirts. I thought it was ROMKA exclusive...were the rights sold, or is there a belly dance pirate out and about?

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For the star Trek Geeks.... Spock Casa!

layliasbadmonkeys — Fri, 12 May 2006 06:45:15 GMT

No salsa on the leather!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBXal1GAA4A&eurl=

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Do you have a best bored-look photo?

milena_dance — Mon, 29 May 2006 17:52:13 GMT

I was trying to snap a photo of a dancing friend when she stepped behind my hubby. As it turns out, this is the best "bored-look" photo I have of him to date. I entered it in the tribe album. Do others have more of these best bored-look photos?
http://tribes.tribe.net/husbands_of_bellydancers/photos/6122c8d0-7060-4683-a710-d0192d73e4f5

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Off to Tribal Fest

Taog — Tue, 16 May 2006 21:43:21 GMT

Well a couple of us DC Husbands/Partners are heading off to Tribal Fest. I look forward to meeting as many of you Husbands/Partners who are also there. If you see a guy looking overwhelmed and amazed at the shear volume of 'tribal'....please say hi and guide me (or him) to the bar!

We should hold a H/P happy hour and share a story or two.

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What should we give you husbands?

layliasbadmonkeys — Wed, 24 May 2006 03:29:08 GMT

What would you guys want for a birthday? I need a list so I can not walk into a store and buy me something to wrap for him (grin)

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Why the guide was written

layliasbadmonkeys — Wed, 24 May 2006 16:16:52 GMT

There was an audience member who lost all sense of male self preservation and shouted out "That is giving me the biggest boner" or some such non-sense during a steamy Rikkasah West performance while pointing at it. Speaking to his wife and kids..

I guess security will need whack a mole mallots!

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Embarassing moments for guys?

layliasbadmonkeys — Wed, 17 May 2006 17:51:55 GMT

I was wondering what it was like to be a male carrying a make-up bag...

And driving a car with belly dancing bumber stickers....

(puts on Dr.'s Glasses)

Has these kind of things traumatized you?

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Males Guide to watching belly dancing shows for the 1st time!

layliasbadmonkeys — Wed, 24 May 2006 04:07:14 GMT

This was an interesting post in 'Belly Dance nation'

What do you guys think? ANything good to add...

.....what happens when a man gets ''emotionally affected'' by a bellydancer's performance. Like it or not, I've been asked how to ''prevent it'' from happening, which I can only respond that by nature if a bellydancer affects you, you're going to get one whether you like it or not. Nevertheless, don't wear something stupid or very constricting. If you think it's going to be awkward, don't be an idiot and remain seated (risking a dancer coming by and seeing it happen), kindly adjust and/or immediately walk o the men's room (usually hands in pockets work).

If you're going to be seated, either cross your leg or place your hands in your lap with them folded. And always make sure when leaving the bathroom (I'm NOT kidding) that your fly is zipped up BEFORE coming out. You can;t imagine how many times I've seen a guy have some1 point out to them their fly's undone (quite embarassing). They don't do it on purpose (at least I hope not),
but no1 wants to think that you're ''working it'' at your table while they are performing for any reason, obviously. I like to wear sportswear withOUT zippers just not to worry about it, but if proper attire is required, I DOUBLE check that my zipper's all the way up, period before leaving the bathroom.

And if you ''get one'' , kindly calm yourself and simply relax. The more anxiety you get, the longer it'll take naturally fro it to go away. And do everything possible to keep it to yourself and NEVER bring that topic up to another bellydancer at a public venue.

Hope that didn;t weird any1 out, but for some guys, this is something that has come up (pardon the pun) in the past and needs to be reminded that they're watching a bellydancer and not an exotic dancer, no matter how ''exotic'' the performance. If you know this going in, you won't be undisciplined to have one while inside the venue or restaurant.

And to Laylia, responsibility is one thing, but there's also common friggin' sense on a guy's part, too. And with many 1st timers as audience participants, especially in outdoor venues where bellydance takes place, this is something that will be heard and needed to be disiplined by many of your peers, yourself included, for many performances to come.

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Specail Thanks and shout out to Taog!!

belladonnadancer — Wed, 24 May 2006 18:10:06 GMT

for being such an amazing bellyboy at TF!! you vended, answered shopping questions, and brought us Wine!!!! we LOVE YOU!!!!! thanks for being the bestest ever!!!
i nominate Taog and Raven to share the belly partner of the year award!!

xoxoxoxox

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Yes, I am well trained

Instant Cash — Mon, 22 May 2006 17:49:00 GMT

So I went to New Orleans last week for buisness.

Had a couple of hours to cruise around the french quarter and what did I end up doing?

Shopping for Belly Dance stuff to bring home to the wife. Of which I found some great stuff.

She has me well trained.

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I'm with the dancer "T"

ChuckTheDJ — Thu, 13 Apr 2006 01:53:59 GMT

I was going to make a post about where to get one of those shirts that we have as a main pic, but my wife just told me they will be on sale at Tribal Fest!! WHOOOO HOOO

Bella Donna makes them....

whooo hoooo again

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Things we really say

safadancer — Thu, 08 Dec 2005 20:03:21 GMT

When we're at gigs, you just know the husbands are all getting asked, "Oh wow, she's your girlfriend? That must be hot!"

So what do we really say when we get home?

"God, these shoes are killing me. Rub my feet!!!"

"Bring me ice cream, right now!"

"I've got to get this glitter out of my eyeball."

"OOOoooohhhh, yessss, just like that..." (could be good, but I only ever say it when I'm taking my hair down -- we call this hair-gasm in my house)

Any others?

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The funniest thing your bellydancer has done?

TomTom — Mon, 20 Mar 2006 15:57:33 GMT

What is the funniest thing your bellydancer has done?

Just the other day after a performance at a Shisha restaurant, we were leaving and my bellydancer was trying to take her belt off before she sat in the car. It got tied up in some fringes and was hung up...While she was looking down attempting to undo the mess (mind you she had a few glasses of wine and a Shu-Bomb for those of you in the know...) her full head piece slid down covering her eyes....

In 3 words or less: Too Damn Funny!

Pictures will be up of this soon...

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Feels like home

CarlMillerPhotos — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 00:46:55 GMT

Already have the snake... we both spend our vacation fund (and vacation) at the MED FolkTours Dance Camp... and we were one of the first (possibly THE first) Travelling Bands at Pennsic, anyone remember Alghiz? (To the tune of "We're Off To See The Wizard:) "We're off to dance for liquor, catch a good buzz and fall down. We're going to Del Radia and paint our faces brown! And then we'll go upon Horde Hill, and play our drums, oh yes, we will, because because because because because... that's what a wondering party does! (ta-dum, ta-dum, ta-dum) We're off to dance for liquor, 'round and about we will roam. We'll party up a dozen camps before we wander home. And then will we flop upon our cots, well maybe so, but I think not, because because because because because... it's not what a wondering party does!!"

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lets be honest now...it does nothing to improve my....

sacredgoddess — Thu, 13 Apr 2006 22:22:24 GMT

I would like to debunk something right now...you know how bellydance educators are always saying "its not about sex, its not about sex!!!"
then they turn around and say what an improvement on their sex life!!!
hello...
any physical activity makes a person feel healthier, happier, and in better shape...
I have to be honest though, it has DONE NOTHING for me on that level....
except make me more feminine in my older age...
what about you guys out there? Whats your take? silence............................................

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That time of year

Taog — Sat, 08 Apr 2006 13:49:25 GMT

So is it just me or is the 'crazy' time of the year upon us? With both Spirit of the Tribes and Tribalfest right around the corner my house has been darn near empty, except for the costuming ideas, prototypes, etc.

Has anyone seen their partner recently? While we are at it, have you seen mine?

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Drum classes in Wash. D.C. by Souhail Kaspar, Seido, Hearn

Rashid — Fri, 24 Mar 2006 03:11:45 GMT

Raks-N-Rhythms presents:
SPRING PERCUSSION ALL-STAR EXTRAVAGANZA!!!

Workshops and Performances in Romany, Balkan, Near Eastern & Indian Rhythms & Percussive Techniques

April 1 – THE BALKAN BROTHERS TAKE DC! Seido Salifoski & Ismail Butera of New York bring their exciting new musical project to Washington, DC, with hands-on afternoon classes and an evening performance at St. Mark Presbyterian Church in Rockville, MD. www.saintmarkpresby.org/pagedirections.htm
Classes Offered:
Beginning Dumbek Technique with Kazuki (11am-12pm ) - Kazuki presents an “Intro to Seidoism” which introduces beginner students to Seido’s unique playing style. Seido will be assisting in this class.
$15/advance, $20/at the door
Intermediate/Advanced Dumbek with Seido Salifoski (12pm-3pm ) - This class is for intermediate/advanced drummers only. It will focus on advanced Balkan & Turkish technique & rhythms and Seido’s unique style of playing. During the last hour of class, Seido will be joined by Ismail and he will teach how to work with an instrumentalist in the Balkan tradition. Students registering for this class are encouraged to take the Beginner class as well, and can take it for FREE when they pay for the advanced class.
$40/advance, $50/at the door
Intermediate/Advanced Accordion with Ismail Butera (12pm-2pm ) – Ismail will cover scales, modes & soloing.
$30/advance, $40/at the door
To Register for classes, call Kostana at (571) 332-4865, or email kostanadancer@yahoo.com, or visit our website at http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com

About Seido Salifoski: A Macedonian Roma, Seido has played dumbek in Balkan and Middle Eastern style for thirty years. He is known for his unique virtuosity in the U.S., Canada and Europe, playing with notable musicians such as Tarkan, Omar Faruk Tekbilek, and Ivo Papazov. While exploring his roots in his own group Romski Boji, he is also a member of influential Balkan-jazz quartet Paradox Trio.

About Ismail Butera: Ismail is renowned for his lyrical, highly ornamented style of accordion playing and improvisation that is uniquely his own. In addition to the accordion, he sings, and also plays various long-necked lutes, such as the Turkish Saz, Albanian Cifteli, the Uzbek Dotar and Kashgar Rebab from Central Asia.

EVENING CONCERT w/ THE BALKAN BROTHERS!
St. Mark Presbyterian Church (Fellowship Hall)
7:30pm-9pm
Join us for an evening of Balkan, Romany (Gypsy) & Near Eastern folk music, storytelling, song & dance!
“With Silk Road melodies & fiery Balkan rhythms, traditional songs & experimental improvisation, the Balkan Brothers transport audiences to imaginary magical places as they unravel the mysteries of ancient modes & rhythm cycles and explore archaic themes.”
There will be an opportunity to meet the Artists after the performance!
Tickets: $20/adults, $15/workshop participants, $10/children 6-12 (6 & under FREE!)
RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! Call Kostana at (571) 332-4865, or email kostanadancer@yahoo.com. You may also purchase tickets & get more information on our website at http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com

April 22-23 – SOUHAIL KASPAR BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Join us for a 2-Day Percussion Intensive with Souhail Kaspar from California at Flashpoint Studio in Washington, DC.
Schedule of Classes:
Saturday, April 22:
Fundamentals of Egyptian Dumbek (11am-1pm) – This class introduces correct technique for Classical Egyptian style and the rhythms used. $50
Beginning/Intermediate Riq (Arabic Tamborine) (1:15pm-2:45pm) – Souhail will teach both classical & cabaret playing styles. $30
Intermediate/Advanced Egyptian Dumbek (3pm-5pm ) – Souhail will teach advanced technique, drills to improve speed and more rhythms. $70
Sunday, April 23:
Fundamentals of Egyptian Dumbek (11am-1pm) –$50
Beginning/Intermediate Riq (Arabic Tamborine) (1:15pm-2:45pm) –$35
Intermediate/Advanced Egyptian Dumbek (3pm-5pm ) –$70

*Multi-class Discounts on Souhail’s classes!: The more classes you take, the greater the discount! 2 Classes: $20 discount; 3 Classes: $35 discount; 4 Classes $55 discount; 5 Classes $75 discount; 6 Classes $100 discount!
ALL CLASSES WITH SOUHAIL will be held at Flashpoint Studio, 916 G St., NW, Washington, DC 20001 (Gallery Place Metro) www.flashpointdc.org/about/location.html
To Register for classes, call Kostana at (571) 332-4865, or email kostanadancer@yahoo.com, or visit our website at http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com

About Souhail: Souhail Kaspar is a master percussionist, known worldwide for his brilliant technique, exciting performances and teaching skills. Born in Lebanon and trained at Nadi al-Fonun al-Arabia (Conservatory of Traditional Arabic Music) in Aleppo, Syria, he excelled in both classical and ethnic rhythmic patterns and techniques, and received a Degree in Classical Arabic Performance. He has traveled extensively during his 35 year career and has performed with artists such as Sting, and with Arabic superstars such as Sabah, Feiruz, George Wassouf, Ragheb Alama, Kathem al-Saher and Faiza Ahmed. For Complete Biography and Credits: www.neareastmusic.com

May 20 & 21 – FIRST TIME IN DC!!! FRAME DRUM WORKSHOP & PERCUSSION PERFORMANCE WITH HEARN GADBOIS FROM PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC!
Two days of Frame Drum & Goblet Drum Instruction (Class location to be announced)
Saturday, May 20:
Beginning Frame Drum Technique (12pm-2pm) - $30/advance, $40/at the door
Intermediate Frame Drum Technique (2:30pm-4:30pm) - $30/advance, $40/at the door
Sunday, May 21:
Beginning Frame Drum Technique (12pm-2pm) - $30/advance, $40/at the door
Intermediate Frame Drum Technique (2:30pm-4:30pm) - $30/advance, $40/at the door
Take 2 Classes for $50 (advance registration ONLY!)
(Students may bring either a frame drum or a goblet drum to Hearn’s classes, or both!)
To Register for classes, call Kostana at (571) 332-4865, or email kostanadancer@yahoo.com, or visit our website at http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com

EVENING CONCERT w/ HEARN GADBOIS!
St. Mark Presbyterian Church (Fellowship Hall)
7:30pm-8:30pm
(presented by Raks-n-Rhythms)
Join us for an exciting percussive experience & meet the artist!
“From performing duets with Yoko Ono in NY, to studying the bendir with an aged Sufi on a Moroccan rooftop, to performing in Europe with Rajasthani Gypsies, Hearn brings a big imagination and a love of rhythm to the performance and study of music. His teaching methods are as eclectic and wide-ranging as his experience and are focused on helping people to express themselves in hand drumming.”
Tickets: $15/adults, $12/workshop participants, $10/children 6-12 (6 & under FREE!)
RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! Call Kostana at (571) 332-4865, or email kostanadancer@yahoo.com. You may also purchase tickets & get more information on our website at http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com

About Hearn Gadbois: The musical career of Hearn Gadbois has lasted over 30 years,
spanning 5 continents and one sub-continent. He has studied frame drums with Brahim el Belkhani, Glen Velez, & Jeffrey Werbock, Afro- Latin percussion with Djalma Correa, Frank Malabe, Celso Maldonado, and Tabla with Dholak- Mulazzim Hussein, Daim Ali Gadri, Sattar Khan. Hearn is the director of the Skola Rytmu in Prague, and currently teaches workshops at the Prague Conservatory and throughout the Czech Republic. He has played with artists including Yoko Ono, Patti Smith, Suzanne Vega, Meredith Monk, Haydeh, Sussan Deiheim, Paul Winter, Paradox Trio, Frank London, Robert Een, Carter Burwell.

**FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES AND TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES AND PURCHASE TICKETS, PLEASE VISIT:
http://www.raks-n-rhythms.com
The website calendar will be updated with all information by February 12!!!!

“Raks-n-Rhythms, bringing you the finest in Percussion Instruction

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Belly Dancer Assistant's Appreciation Day!

Steve — Fri, 17 Mar 2006 03:27:22 GMT

How many times have you been to Hallmark or other greeting cards stores and you see cards for Boss's Day, Secretary’s Day, or whatever "Day" there is. But I NEVER seen one for Belly Dancer's Assistant's Day.

And that's not right! Is it fellas! We work just as hard, or even harder as Secretaries, or the Office Assistants do. So where is OUR DAY????

I propose that we create our OWN DAY! Belly Dancer Assistant's Day! What do you think????

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HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?

layliasbadmonkeys — Sun, 19 Feb 2006 03:29:33 GMT

Sorry Tom TOm, although I am a coke fan I must post the Pepsi sumo chickens...

http://www.stupidvideos.com/video/commercials/Pepsi_Sumo_Chicken/?c=commercials&p=128

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I remember when ....

Slightly_confused — Tue, 21 Feb 2006 16:00:20 GMT

Back in the day ... before The Dance took over, I used to have loads of different things to look at on the net.

Now everything I do seems to be pulled back to The Dance.

It's like it has the gravitational force of a supermassive black hole. I'm not saying it's a bad thing, but honestly ... put up your hands if you can remember half of the things that you used to surf or even do in real before The Dance invasion......

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hi

LionsMane — Thu, 16 Feb 2006 05:58:45 GMT

Hi, my name is Lionsmane and my wife(Tahja Starr) is a BellyDancer.
Was reading some of the threads, decided to join,
looking forward to meeting some new people.

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What to get a Bellydancer for Christmas?

TomTom — Tue, 20 Dec 2005 14:02:12 GMT

Ok...Besides the obvious: MORE BELLYDANCING STUFF...What do you get your wife/partner who bellydances? I mean come on...What else do they need (well...They don't NEED any of it do they?)
I know you guys can't really say what you are getting your wives/partners because, chances are good that they read this tribe too...but give hints.

Jokingly I thought about saying I'll give my bellydancing wife a manly gift like a power tool but she loves those too!!!

What does the Bellydancer 'Need' for this Chistmas?
And maybe the Bellydancers can help out here too...What are the hot bellydancing items this year?

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"How does this look, Honey?"

Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:50:27 GMT

We are all asked this question. Maybe it's when she takes her new costume out of the box. Maybe it's when she's showing you a partially sewn belt with a line of sequins on it. Perhaps she is trying on a dress at a show.

I answer frankly each and every time, even if it lands me in the dog house.

But I want to know, what is the *right* answer?

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Happy V-day

mavi — Tue, 14 Feb 2006 19:43:41 GMT

To all the belly boys in our lives! We love you!

thanks for putting up with the bindis on the mirrors, the snakes, the last minute costume fixings...for videotaping and taking pictures...for sitting at the vending table "just for a minute" so we can shop...for overlooking those packages from ebay...for understanding about "just one more pair" of melodia pants...

we love you!

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How to turn the tables on the Bellydancers!

TomTom — Wed, 30 Nov 2005 19:20:06 GMT

Ok...So how do you as the Husband/Partner of a Bellydancer keep the balance maintained so you don't get steamrolled by the bins of fabric/ebay surfing/video-a-buying/zills-a-clanging/snake-a-buying bellydancer?

A couple of examples:

1) What I like to do is be moody...Yup...Be moody but then shock them with an amazing turn around with extreme interest with the belly dancing world and where they think they need to be...This will put them slightly on the defensive but will slow their whirlwind down to a steady trudge. You have to be deep!

2) Encourage purchasing of new costumes but only if they promise to get rid of some of the older ones...Face it guys, we'd have much more closet space if the outdated costumes were sold...(Outdated...Sounds like they are computers don't they?) *Note* This one doesn't really work...It's a good theory though...

3) When you know that Spirit of the Tribes, or Tribal Spirit, or Tribal-thim-ma-gig is coming up and you KNOW your Belly dancer is going to spend lots of money and you KNOW there is nothing you can do about it, the answer is easy...GO SPEND MONEY ON YOURSELF...They can't be mad at you for doing the same thing they are :] After my Wife's birthday in which she EBAY'ed her little heart out, I went out and bought something for myself...She was so busy saying: "Are you mad at me?" That she completely overlooked my new purchases...Just don't forget to pay rent...

Thats all I got so far...And since this is Husbands/Partners of Bellydancers only Tribe, I can count on you guys to make sure the enemy...uh I mean our women...don't find out about these plans...

*Yeah...Right*

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To go or not to go?

Syr_Anton — Sat, 04 Feb 2006 00:29:53 GMT

Sooo...my baby went to a dance seminar this weekend, and I contemplated going along....wish they would coordinate drum workshops with the dance seminars...but, decided I'd probably feel like a fish out of water. Thoughts?

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I just christened my boyfriend's apartment

evlcjnbelle — Fri, 09 Dec 2005 20:10:02 GMT

...with a box of sequins.

He's going to be finding silver sequins for like the next 15 years. Muwhahaha!

My ex's coworkers used to find sequins and glitter on his business suits. I think they thought he was a drag queen after hours.

Any other hubbies go to work covered in glitter?

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When someone walks into your home:

TomTom — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 15:49:12 GMT

Is it obvious that a bellydancer lives there?

I'd have to say yes and for these reasons:

1) As you enter our home, you walk straight into the dining room. Normal people eat in the dining room, but not us...Our dining room is wide open (well except for all the Bellydancing stuff!) for a large practice space.

2) Said dining room has many pieces of bellydancing art hanging from the walls including (but not limited to) tribal belts (made by Belladonna herself), swords, and one really really big canvas picture of guess what? A bellydancer...

3) The computer room has until just very recently had not one but two sewing machines...This room is also very fun of bins of fabric/yarn/costumes/belts etc...

I could go on but I think it's obvious that a bellydancer lives with me...

What about you?

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How do people react when they find out that your significant other is a Bellydancer?

TomTom — Thu, 01 Dec 2005 14:55:41 GMT

I've had a few different responses that are damn funny...
Ranging anywhere from...

a) Does she strip all the way?

b) Dude! How did you land that? (That one is still joked about..)

c) Hey where can I get me one of those?

d) Is that your sister? (This after showing someone a picture of my wife...I get this one alot.)

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I should be kicked out of this tribe because:

TomTom — Mon, 13 Feb 2006 13:46:27 GMT

My wife (a bellydancer, duh) rocks. I had a great time this weekend with her and had not one disparaging thing to say or complain about...I didn't even have a reason to be sarcastic, snide or bitter!

Maybe I should give the moderator job to Taog...

I love you Belladonna!

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so what did you get her/ get?

samirashuruk — Sat, 31 Dec 2005 16:12:55 GMT

what presents made the belly dancer happy this year?

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One thing I can saw about my Bellydancer is:

TomTom — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 13:46:17 GMT

She really knows how to plan out something...

This might sound like I'm being sarcastic but she planned a perfect Christmas/New Year Holiday for us and she got me the best present ever. I'm not going to go into what it was (it *wasn't* a snake though) but I will say it was something from my childhood,
She rocks...

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It's starting again

Taog — Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:12:06 GMT

Well with a busy couple of months coming up (Spirit, Tribalfest and assorted east coast shows)....I'm noticing the stress level coming up at home....I'm finding more sewing projects laying around, I'm checking the floor again for needles (sewing) and little metal bits (which feel great on bare feet)....I'm getting the "Can you run to this store and look for this for me?" again....oh well I guess the holidays are over and it's back to the BD world.

Anyone else notice a pick up in the pace of things?

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January Kudos....

mavi — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 23:32:23 GMT

Thanks to my belly-boy Taog for helping me finish my belt yesterday...by doing the lacing and making the hair tassels (he's really so much more artistic than i am...) so that i could finish the bra....

for coming to the hafla to see me perform AND sitting at the vending table so that we could rush to get ready....for not complaining about it....

THANKS to Belladonna's Belly Boy for going to not one but three freaking belly dance events ON HIS BIRTHDAY WEEKEND....for bringing the video camera...for taking pictures....and for being super cool in general.

Hugs, boys -- and thanks for supporting us!

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First Hand Witness

Talisen — Tue, 31 Jan 2006 20:39:00 GMT

I am drumming for an upcoming show and was privy to something that most husbands of bellydancers never get to see.

With any show you have the inevitable chores like who is going to video tape it or who will push play on the CD player.

And here I was witnessing first hand the volunteering of husbands for these chores, who have no idea that they were even going to the show let alone working it.

I did what any good husband of a bellydancer would do in this instance and that was be very quiet and do not make eye contact. LOL

Talisen

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Another Bra has been updated

Talisen — Mon, 02 Jan 2006 20:06:03 GMT

Well I didn't think it was possible but I saw it with my own eyes, my dancer sat down and created a new dance bra, and she did it in record time with no cursing, nothing got broken, and it came out great.

I congratulated my dancer for a job well done.

Jesse
www.bardicproductions.com

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What the Hell? Where are the husbands!!!

TomTom — Mon, 12 Sep 2005 19:02:56 GMT

We are slowly being overtaken with the Bellydancing WIVES... Where are all the husbands on Tribe.net???

Hello?

Hello?!

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Tom Tom Trapped in a Cave???

Susan — Thu, 08 Dec 2005 22:09:12 GMT

Say it's not so! I was at the grocery store and THERE was your Famous picture, with the caption "Bat Boy Trapped in Cave!"

You must have good computer conncections down there if so...you've kept in touch really well! :)

Great accoustics, huh?

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Please say I'm not alone!

Taog — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 21:18:16 GMT

OK so the wife just got a shipment of shiny things (coins, medals, so on) for adornment on tribal bra's/belts etc....I was looking over them saying, "Oh that's cool, that's crap, oh that's cool.......wait what am I doing?"

Do you find yourself learning more and more without trying? I never thought i could look at a pile of miscellaneous metal crap and pretty quickly sort through the good/the bad and the ugly.

Please tell me I'm not alone here!

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bless me partner for I have shopped....

samirashuruk — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 21:53:21 GMT

this is the thread for us to ask forgiveness for our shopping transgressions.

I'll be brave and start: ...
...
with a disclaimer...
it was my own money I spent. :)
k. Here goes:
Sunday morning as I prepared to leave the house I said I only needed a shemadan and a cane and I wouldn't dawdle.
I survived rakassah without buying a single garment. I thought I was safe.
THREE hours later (not, not three hours total, but three hours of trying stuff on) I indeed did buy a shemadan and a cane...but also left with a silly silly bra, belt and skirt costume and a deposit on a dress.

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name change

samirashuruk — Tue, 29 Nov 2005 14:14:56 GMT

ahhhh.....glad to see the "partner" added. :) You are a very wise man.

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Real quick

belladella — Thu, 24 Nov 2005 02:55:06 GMT

....my name is Gina and I do belly dance. I'm not married, or even in a relationship. I was wondering if it was okay with you guys(and gals) that I joined this tribe. I find it very interesting and f-ing histerical to read some of the topics. Some day I hope I find a man that will communicate and share with others with the same glory, pain, laughs, and general hoaws. Anyway just checkin in and being polite.

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The Hubby Hafla

aerojef — Thu, 24 Nov 2005 06:18:00 GMT

OK, so our ladies drag us to hafla after hafla (and we don't mind so much because of the free booze and a chance to show off our new "Malfoof" variation with the 'snap' in it), but when are the hubbies gonna have THEIR own? Let's bring them to OUR hafla, playing OUR servant (hauling beer, ribs for the BBQ, drums, etc.)

I think it's past time we showed the ladies what being a Bellydance Hubby is all about!

Whatcha think guys? Could it work? A long shot I know, we were made slaves a very long time ago...

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