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DCLX · Last edited by DCLX on Fri Mar 19, 2010 3:10 pm GMT; edited 5 times in total

The Washington DC Lindy Exchange
April 9-11, 2010
Celebrating Nine Amazing Years Of Shaking Up Our Nation's Capital
http://www.dclx.org

Imagine yourself in Washington DC surrounded by great swing music, amazing
venues, and the your closest friends from across the country at one of the
largest Lindy exchanges in the world. Wear your best vintage and dance in
the 30's era Spanish Ballroom in
Glen Echo Park,
under starry skies. Enjoy the White House, Lincoln Memorial, shopping on
Dupont Circle, and eating at
Ben's Chili Bowl.

Visit the friends you haven't seen in years and make new
life-long Lindy Hopping buddies in one of the most
fascinating cities in the US.

Stay tuned for updates about our awesome headlining bands, blogs from DCLX
veterans, and dance news live from DC's greatest tourist attractions.
Until then, join us on MySpace,
Twitter, or RSVP on
Facebook
as we prepare for three thrilling days of Lindy Hop you'll never forget.

We can't wait to see you here in the spring!

~~Your Friends in DC

DCLX · Posted: Sun Jan 03, 2010 4:41 pm GMT Post subject:

BREAKING NEWS: Jonathan Stout and his Campus 5 to Headline DCLX!

DCLX returns in its 9th year with headlining band, Jonathan Stout and his Campus 5,featuring vintage songbird, Hilary Alexander. This powerhouse septet is one of the world’s premier swing dance bands specializing in small group swing from the late 1930’s and early 1940’s. Campus Five created to be the most danceable band playing swing today. Don’t miss the chance to see this first-class band, hailing from the sunny climes of southern California.

Watch as Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five thrill dancers in Seattle at Camp Jitterbug:

Treat yourself to a fantastic 2010. Register for DCLX!

http://www.dclx.org
http://www.campusfive.com
http://www.campusfive.com/contest-music

DCLX · Posted: Mon Jan 11, 2010 5:22 am GMT Post subject:

Registration Opens January 11, 2010 @ 9:00 p.m. EST

That's right, registration opens in less than a week, and the first 20 registrants receive the discounted registration price of: $60

They'll go fast, and the registration price will go up to $75 so be sure to grab yours while you can! www.dclx.org

DCLX · Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 4:49 pm GMT Post subject:

Exciting developments for DCLX 2010!

We now have not only one, but three amazing bands scheduled so far!
- Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five
- The Blue Vipers of Brooklyn
- The Boilermaker Jazz Band

We also have three amazing DJs on our line up so far, with more to come:
- Mike Marcotte
- Jerry Almonte
- Kate Hedin

With a line-up like this, you'll want to register before we sell out!
www.dclx.org

DCLX · Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 4:50 pm GMT Post subject:

Got the winter blahs? Need some heat on your feet? Some spring to your step? There is a name for what you need. It is called: DCLX! Come to the DC Lindy Exchange April 9 - 11.
Kick Old Man Winter in the snowballs with the Red Hot Rhythm Chiefs! They'll shake those icicles off your jass. Stop shovelling that driveway and start digging on the Blue Vipers of Brooklyn and the Boilermaker Jazz Band. We've kept a hot toddy by the name of Hilary Alexander who'll be singing with Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five.

To see the full schedule, go to: http://dclx.org/schedule.php
For information on travel, visit: http://dclx.org/travel.php
For cheap flights, check out: http://kayak.com

Register now at www.dclx.org. The cherry blossoms will be waiting for you!

DCLX · Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2010 6:28 am GMT Post subject:

DCLX Housing: Crash with us!

Looking for a way to make DCLX cheaper than it already is? If the thought of paying for a hotel makes you cringe, then fear no more. At DCLX, we have got you covered.

With a free place to stay and the best band line-up for any event on the east coast this year, what excuse do you have to procrastinate? If you register, we can find you a place to sleep. So come join us today!
www.dclx.org

DCLX · Posted: Tue Mar 09, 2010 6:40 pm GMT Post subject:

Help us, Help you! Volunteer for DCLX.

Traveling can be expensive, we know. However, you can make your DCLX cheaper by volunteering to work during the weekend.

If you volunteer, you will get a check reimbursing you for the time you help us. You get a cheaper DCLX, we get some help in running an awesome echange. Everybody Wins.

To volunteer, visit www.dclx.org/volunteer.php! If you need any help, or have any questions, please contact Becca at volunteers@dclx.org .

Also, for insider updates, check out the DCLX blog at www.dclx.wordpress.com.

DCLX · Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2010 3:09 pm GMT Post subject:

DCLX is less than a month away! Now is the time to be checking www.kayak.com for good airfares, signing up for housing (www.dclx.org/housing.php), or resolving yourself to save a few bucks by volunteering (www.dclx.org/volunteer.php).

Most importantly, register by March 21 @ 11:59pm to preorder your DCLX 2010 t-shirt!
For the love of dance, we have FOUR awesome bands this year:

Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five, Featuring Hilary Alexander
The Boilermaker Jazz Band
The Blue Vipers of Brooklyn
The Red Hot Rhythm Chiefs

Over 200 people have registered, hailing from Arizona, California, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, DC and Washington state!

Don't be left out. Register today at: www.dclx.org/registration.php