Boston Zydeco Calendar Updates

Dikki Du in Maine

2008-10-12T03:04:30.000Z

When: Mon Nov 3, 2008 7pm to 8pm EST

Where: Rockland ME, Time Out Pub, 275 Main St
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: 7pm Admission $10, more info: (207) 593-9336 Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krewe (LA Zydeco) Dikki Du (Troy Carrier) is a native of Church Point, Louisiana. Born into one of the great musical Louisiana families, The CARRIERS, Troy is the brother of Chubby Carrier and son of Roy Carrier. Dikki Du's recent "Make it Funky" shows the tremendous range of this band.

Maine Zydeco cd party and dance lesson

2008-10-07T14:08:24.000Z

When: Sun Oct 12, 2008 3pm to 6pm EDT

Where: N. Yarmouth ME (10min.north of Portland)Wescustogo Hall, 475 Walnut Hill Rd, (rt 115)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: http://www.mainezydeco.org/ Zydeco CD party and dance lesson by Mark Scherfling for more info: (207) 847-3634

Maine Zydeco cd party and dance lesson

2008-10-07T14:13:03.000Z

When: Sun Nov 9, 2008 3pm to 6pm EST

Where: N.Yarmouth ME (10 minutes North of Portland)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: http://www.mainezydeco.org/ Zydeco CD party and dance lesson by Mark Scherfling Wescustogo Hall, 475 Walnut Hill Rd, (rt 115) for more info: (207) 847-3634

Zydeco Dance Party Greenfield MA

2008-09-06T17:46:45.000Z

When: Sun Oct 12, 2008

Where: Camp Keewanee, Glenbrook Drive Greenfield, MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: 2nd Annual Harvest Moon Dance Party. Columbus Day weekend will once again be rockin' Louisiana-style! Event Hours 1pm to 10:30pm with acoustic jam to follow Potluck; bring food to share BYO Beverage suggested donation $20. Rain or Shine All under an open-air pavilion with a large wooden dance floor Special guests Koray Broussard and Erick "Boss Hog" Minix (both currently playing with Curley Taylor) An all star Jam featuring members of Magnolia and Slippery Sneakers. Featured bands include River City Slim and the Zydeco Hogs (CT Zydeco ) http://www.geocities.com/rivercityslim/ Zydeco Connection ( MA Zydeco, R&B, Rock) http://www.myspace.com/zydecoconnection JimmyJo &The Jumbo'ayuhs (ME Cajun) http://www.jimmyjo.net/ Directions; From Interstate 91 going North take Exit 26 Rte. 2A Make First Right From Interstate 91 going South take Exit 26 Rte. 2A Make Third right YOU SHOULD BE GOING EAST ON RTE. 2A With Mobil on Right U R Going East Go Past 2 nd.set of lights (Dunkin Donuts) LOOK FOR ORANGE Z SIGNS Make next Left onto Solon ST. Past light road becomes Elm ST. go to end. Make Left onto Conway ST. over INT.91 road becomes Leyden RD. 3 miles ahead Make Left onto Glenbrook Drive, road becomes entrance to the camp Park in Field on the Right

Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krew in Arlington MA

2008-07-18T20:23:30.000Z

When: Sat Nov 1, 2008 6:45pm to Sat Nov 1, 2008 11pm EDT

Where: Knights of Columbus Hall 15 Winslow St Arlington MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Dikki Du hails from one of the most famous families in Zydeco, Troy learned to play from father Roy and brother Chubby. Funky instrumentals, syncopated rhythms, and intricate accordion work proves "The Krew " means business, and they always push the frontiers of zydeco music. http://www.myspace.com/dikkiduandthezydecokrewe http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm86K1Yq-AQ Singles and couples welcome. Wood dance floor, bar service and free parking Please don't bring any beer, wine, or liquor inside. For directions go to www.BostonZydeco.com

Christmas Party with Grand Bois in Arlington

2008-09-27T21:15:10.000Z

When: Sun Dec 14, 2008 6pm to Sun Dec 14, 2008 9pm EST

Where: Elks Lodge on beautiful Spy Pond 56 Pond Lane, Arlington, MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Grand Bois (Craig Edwards, Cathy Mason, Erica Weiss and Dirck Westervelt and Drummer Tom MacDonald) http://www.cathymason.com/grandbois/ Dancing from 6-9; Free dance lesson at 5:15; Potluck (bring food to share) Come and dance to the sounds of classic Cajun and Creole music, featuring fiddle, one-row button accordion, and vocals over acoustic guitar and bass. Suggested donation: TBA Children always free Singles and couples welcome. Wood dance floor, bar service and free parking Please DO NOT bring any beer, wine, or liquor inside.

The Zydeco Hogs in Arlington MA

2008-08-08T02:03:24.000Z

When: Sun Sep 28, 2008 6pm to Sun Sep 28, 2008 9pm EDT

Where: Elks Lodge on beautiful Spy Pond Arllngton MA 56 Pond Lane
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join us for a fun filled evening with live music from the Zydeco Hogs http://www.myspace.com/rivercityslimthezydecohogs Free zydeco dance lesson with Mark Scherfling at 5:15, Dancing from 6-9pm. also Free individual 10 minute mini lesson (come early to sign up for a time slot ) Potluck (bring food to share) Large wooden dance floor, singles welcome. Suggested donation $15 Children free.

Zydeco lessons in Wellesley, MA

2008-09-27T23:35:35.000Z

When: Tue Sep 30, 2008 7:30pm to Tue Sep 30, 2008 8:30pm EDT

Where: Wellesley Hills Congregational Church, 207 Washington St, Wellesley, MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Tuesdays Zydeco and Cajun Dance Sampler with Sue Huppe teaching Begins Sept 23 thru Oct 28 Come join a fun Southwest Louisiana dance party.! .. Zydeco =french based 8 count syncopated afro carribean based music Cajun = french based smooth country -feel 2 steps Tell you friends!! Info: 617-926-2467

Thanksgiving Gala Dance in Wakefield MA with Slippery Sneakers Zydeco Band

2008-09-21T20:31:52.000Z

When: Sat Nov 29, 2008 6:45pm to Sat Nov 29, 2008 11pm EST

Where: Knights of Columbus, 570 North Ave, Wakefield, MA (right off of I-95)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE Slippery Sneakers Band http://www.slipperysneakers.com/ A high energy Zydeco dance band that brings together traditional and contemporary Cajun/Zydeco roots music originating from Southwest Louisiana. Their sound is a spicy mixture of up-tempo Zydeco, Blues and Soul, Cajun waltzes, and a bit of Rock'n Roll, with a heavy emphasis on "the groove" to keep crowds dancing. Suggested donation $15 doors Open 6:45PM for Potluck dinner (bring food to share) Zydeco dance lesson 7:15PM Dancing from 8-11pm. Single and couples welcome,Large wood dance floor, bar service,and free parking. Please DO NOT bring any beer, wine or liquor inside

Zydeco and Cajun Dance Sampler in Wellesly MA

2008-09-15T02:58:59.000Z

When: Tue Sep 23, 2008 7:30pm to Tue Sep 23, 2008 8:30pm EDT

Where: Wellesley Hills Congregational Church
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Zydeco and Cajun Lesson with Sue Huppe 6 Tuesdays Sept 23-Oct 28 7:30-8:30 only $65/person! Wellesley Hills Congregational Church 207 Washington St (corner or Chapel and Washington) Wellesley, MA 02481 preregistration required - call Susan 617-926-2467 or email dance@susanhuppe.com Come join a fun Southwest Louisiana dance party.! .. Zydeco =french based 8 count syncopated afro carribean based music cajun = french based smooth country -feel 2 steps Also you'll be prepared for the great fundraiser to Rebuild New Orleans Sunday Oct 5 Tell your friends!!

Lessons Cajun and Zydeco Dance Sampler in Providence RI

2008-09-21T20:17:28.000Z

When: Mon Oct 6, 2008

Where: 50 Rounds Ave. At the Mediator (Near Roger Williams Park)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: 6 Monday classes Oct 6 - Nov 10 7:30-8:30pm $75 if check received by Oct 1st $80 after Oct 1st Pre registration required - call Michelle 401-246-2720 or email mkfiddle@earthlink.net Please send checks to Michelle Kaminsky 25 Edwin St. Barrington, RI 02806

T-Broussard & the Zydeco Steppers Pawtucket RI

2008-09-16T19:15:58.000Z

When: Sat Sep 20, 2008 8:30pm to 11:30pm EDT

Where: The German Club 78 Carter Ave Pawtucket RI
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: A hot band from Southwest Louisiana. Bryant "T" Broussard hails from a long line of Creole and Zydeco musicians such as Bois Sec Ardoin and Carlton Frank. Bryant has built a name for himself with his own brand of high-energy, powerful zydeco http://www.tbroussard.com/ http://salsrbclub.com/

Curley Taylor in RI

2008-09-06T18:18:54.000Z

When: Sat Oct 18, 2008

Where: The German Club 78 Carter Ave,Pawucket RI
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: 2nd ANNUAL NEW LIFE CELEBRATION DANCE FUNDRAISEr In memory of Jesse Lee Gardner Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble at 5:30PM-8:45PM Also playing Loaded Dice Swing band 9:00PM-11:30PM Admission $18 advance $20 at the door Info 401-965-0849 Large Wood dance floor, no smoking, bar service, free parking

2008-09-06T18:10:14.000Z

When: Sat Sep 20, 2008

Event Status: confirmed

Creole Cowboys in Somerville MA

2008-08-05T18:26:13.000Z

When: Thu Aug 21, 2008 9pm to 10pm EDT

Where: Johnny D's 17 Holland St Davis Square Somerville Johnny D's,
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Jeffery Broussard "Accordionist of the Year" -Zydeco Music & Creole Heritage Awards 2007 Louisiana Division of the Arts grant recipient 2007-2008 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vNyJKTniHQ Jeffery broussard A hot, new band in Southwest Louisiana’s Zydeco scene, Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys features the accordion mastery and soulful vocals of front man Jeffery Broussard, from the legendary band, Zydeco Force, along with long-time contributor to Cajun and Creole music, fiddle and guitar player, D’Jalma Garnier III. The band delivers great, pack-the-floor renditions of Creole classics as well as their own brand of contemporary Zydeco. Early Creole music, as played by legends Canray Fontenot on fiddle and Jeffery’s father, accordion player Delton Broussard, is experiencing a well-deserved resurgence of interest in Louisiana today. Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys are taking the next generation’s perspective of this music and presenting it with contemporary flair and expertise. With the creation of the band, both D’Jalma and Jeffery see an opportunity to continue creating incredible music and outstanding performances, cultivating and inspiring new generations of Creole zydeco fans.

Zydeco Party at Bishops Castle in RI

2008-07-23T16:00:09.000Z

When: Sun Jul 27, 2008 2pm to Sun Jul 27, 2008 8pm EDT

Where: 199 Austin Farm Road, Exeter, RI
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Come and Join Slippery Sneakers Zydeco Band along with Jesse Lege, Joel Savoy and friends. Admission $20, Pot luck dinner at 2:00pm (bring food to share) Bring bathing suits and lawn chairs.Pot luck dinner at 2pm ( bring food to share) For more info: 401-392-0212

Creole Cowboys at Lowell Folk Festival

2008-05-02T03:08:30.000Z

When: Fri Jul 25, 2008 to Sun Jul 27, 2008

Where: Lowell Folk Festival
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Largest free folk festival. Check schedule for exact times. http://www.lowellfolkfestival.org/schedule.html

Zydeco dance party and picnic with L'il Anne at Bishops Castle Exeter RI

2008-07-17T12:14:25.000Z

When: Sun Jul 20, 2008 2pm to Sun Jul 20, 2008 8:30pm EDT

Where: 199 Austin Farm Rd, Exeter Rhode Island
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Zydeco band L'il Anne and Hot Cayenne along with rockin' Honky Tonk band Girl Howdy play at Lauri and Brian's Bishop's castle. Bring your dancing shoes, swimsuit, chair, and dish-to pass Donation $15-$20

Free Geno Delafose event in Providence RI

2008-07-06T03:31:36.000Z

When: Fri Jul 18, 2008

Where: Waterplace Park in Providence RI (Exchange ST & Steeple ST Providenc RI)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Born with Zydeco in his blood, the 2008 Grammy nominated artist began his musical career at age seven with his fathers band the Eunice Playboys, an ensemble that Geno would one day lead. WWW.genodelafose.net This is the closest Geno will get to the Boston area on this particular tour, so this is a great opportunity to go see him, it's free, and the show starts and ends relatively early. The train station is practically across the street from the park, if you take the Providence /SToughton line. (No worry about parking, Friday night traffic or the cost of gas) Find schedules and fares here: www.mbta.com http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/concerts.php

Jesse Lege is on the way

2008-05-23T14:43:52.000Z

When: Tue Jun 24, 2008 8pm to 11pm EDT

Where: By the fountain in Copley Square!!
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The Free Cajun dance is on tonight with Jesse Lege and Bayou Brew. Jesse left New York at 1:30 pm today. The dance tonight is on. We are optimistic that if we get a shower it will be brief. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dneyK1vyti0 8-10 pm dancing 7:30 dance lesson with Sue Huppe Sponsored by Boston Zydeco in conjunction with the New England Folk ARts Center Jesse, a three time Cajun Grammy award winner and one of the most admired Cajun accordionists and vocalists from Southwest Louisiana, is now living and playing in the northeast. So bring your dancing shoes and the whole family to the corner of Clarendon and Boylston Streets in Boston’s Back Bay, on the plaza in front of historic Trinity Church. To get there by public transportation, take any Green Line trolley to Copley Station. Call 781-662-7476 after 5pm for final word of cancellation due to inclement weather or unforeseen events.

Zydeco Lessons in Medford MA

2008-06-17T03:09:36.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2008-07-09 19:30:00 EDT
Duration: 4500
Where: Spring Step Medford MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Susan Huppe Summer 5 Wednesdays | 7:30 – 8:45 pm | Begins July 9, 2008 $79 Member | $88 Non-member Springstep Contact Information To register, visit www.springstep.org, call 781-395-0402, or stop by our facility at 98 George P. Hassett Dr. in Medford! Allison Fiske Programs Manager Springstep Celebrating cultures and connecting people through dance & music. 98 George P. Hassett Drive Medford MA 02155 Tel (781)395-0402 ext. 204 Fax (781) 395-0403 www.springstep.org

Lil' Brian & The Travelers Zydeco band in Framingham

2008-06-22T00:15:12.000Z

When: Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:30pm to Wed Jul 23, 2008 8:30pm EDT

Where: Amazing Things Arts Center 160 Hollis St. Framingham MA 01702
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lil’ Brian & The Travelers with a Gumbo Supper! Wednesday July 23rd Zing is having a party night! Not only are they having wonderous Lil’ Brian & The Travelers but they will be serving a rice and gumbo supper. Lil’ Brian & The Travelers have developed a reputation as the most innovative and musically accomplished Zydeco band on the scene. $22 (Stu/Sen $21, Members $17) Call 508-405-2787 for Tickets. www.amazingthings.org ----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Zydepunks (LA Cajun,Zydeco,Gypsy, Other, Folk in Sommerville

2008-06-17T13:10:47.000Z

When: Tue Jul 1, 2008 9pm to 12am EDT

Where: Toast Lounge 70 Union Sq, Sommerville MA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The Zydepunks began in 2004 and quickly took the New Orleans music scene by storm with their speedy and amped-up versions of European and Louisiana folk music. Vocal stylings in six languages (German, French, Spanish, Yiddish, English, Portuguese) immediately set the band apart. Innovators, renegades, survivors - within a few years, the Zydepunks have grown from underground heroes into one of New Orleans' most talked about bands. Yiddish riddles, Irish ballads, Cajun punk, and original songs in Spanish and German are a small demonstration of why they astound new audiences. Wild folk dances fronted by accordion and fiddle and backed by relentless drums and bass are a testament to the high-energy folk-punk dance craze that is a Zydepunks show "World music never sounded like so much frantic, frenetic and sweat-soaked fun."

Slippery Sneakers Zydeco Band (RI Zydecok Creole, Swing) Chad Huval and Friends in Pawtucket RI

2008-06-18T00:58:28.000Z

When: Fri Jun 20, 2008 6pm to 7pm EDT

Where: Le Foyer Club 151 Fountain ST Pawtucket, RI
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Chad Huval & Friends open the evenings entertainment with their classic selection of Cajun Rhythms from Southwest Louisiana The ultimate fusion of the fiddle & accordion continues when Robert Graves Leonard takes the stage with Slippery Sneakers and embraces the audience with their Zydeco influences. Admission $15, 6:00PM, Refreshments and cash bar will be available at the event. Please do not bring any alcohol into the event. See you on the dance floor. Info: (401) 397-4344

Pine Leaf Boys(and Cajun gumbo supper) Framingham MA

2008-06-04T18:50:28.000Z

When: Wed Jun 11, 2008 7:30pm to Wed Jun 11, 2008 8:30pm EDT

Where: The Amazing Firehouse 160 Hollis St. Framingham Ma
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7MzBnryqxg http://www.amazingthings.org/index.asp Wednesday, June 11, 2008 160 Hollis St. Framingham MA 7:30 PM The Pine Leaf Boys (and a cajun gumbo supper) We're having a party this Wednesday night at Zing - not only are we having The fabulous Pine Leaf Boys but we'll be serving a rice and gumbo supper expertly and deliciously cooked up by our friends across the street at Brazzille Restaurant The Amazing Firehouse $20 (Stu/Sen $19, Mem $17) For tickets call 508-405-ARTS