FAQ
Q: Can I be a volunteer?
A: Currently we have all the volunteers we think we need. We have a waiting list already going, but if you want to be on that list you may still email us, though you shouldn’t rely on that for getting you into the event until you hear from us specifically. Thank you to all those willing to volunteer your time!
Q: Can I still buy a registration for the weekend?
A: No. Registration is now closed for administrative purposes. You may purchase entry into any dance at the door. Daytime events are free.
Q: What are the door prices going to be?
A: Door prices will be as listed below. Venue capacities will vary from event to event. Door sales will be limited, so arrive early.
$20 = Friday [9pm-12am] - Mount Baker Community Center w/ Blackstick
$10 = Friday [Saturday morning 1am-5am] After Hours - Washington Dance Club w/ SEALX DJs
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$25 = Saturday [9pm-5am Full Evening] - Washington Dance Club w/ Bria & PNW All-Stars, Active Ingredients, and Casey MacGill’s After Hours Jam + SEALX DJs
$10 = Saturday [12am-5am After Hours Only] - Washington Dance Club
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$20 = Sunday [9pm-12:30am] - Century Ballroom w/ Cryzter’s Blue Rhythm Band
$10 = Sunday [Monday morning 1am-5am] After Hours - Washington Dance Club w/ SEALX DJs
Q: Will there be event t-shirts for sale?
A: Yes, you can pre-order your shirt during registration for $15. Pre-orders are guaranteed through July 1, 2009. After that you may still order a shirt, however availability will be limited. In the event that you pay for a shirt after July 1 and are not able to receive the size or quantity that you ordered you will be reimbursed for your order.
Q: How do I get to and from the airport if my host/hostess cannot pick me up?
A: Seattle has an AMAZING metro bus system. We suggest checking Seattle Metro for more information. You can also check Shuttle Express for information. **LIGHT RAIL is open from just outside the airport to downtown Seattle.
Q: What other dance(s) are happening if I’m coming a couple of days early or staying a couple of days past the exchange??
A: Great question! Seattle is a fantastic city for social dancing as we have swing dancing almost every night of the week! Please check the below schedule for details:
Live Music for a week solid!
**These events are NOT part of the Seattle Lindy Exchange**
Aug 5, Wednesday - Century Ballroom
Aug 6, Thursday - Hepcat Swing dance at the Russian Center
Aug 7, Friday - SEATTLE LINDY EXCHANGE
Aug 8, Saturday - SEATTLE LINDY EXCHANGE
Aug 9, Sunday - SEATTLE LINDY EXCHANGE
Aug 10, Monday - Crytzer’s Syncopators @ Buckley’s in Belltown, Savoy Mondays, or New Orleans Quintet @ New Orleans Creole Restaurant
Aug 11, Tuesday - Burn Blue Blues Dance OR Holotradband @ New Orleans Creole Restaurant
Aug 12, Wednesday - Glenn Crytzer and his Syncopators @ Century Ballroom
Aug 13, Thursday - Glenn Crytzer and his Syncopators @ Hepcat Swing dance at the Russian Center
Aug 14, Friday - Solomon Douglas Swingtet @ Century Ballroom
Aug 15, Saturday - Solomon Douglas Swingtet @ Century Ballroom
Aug 16, Sunday - Bria Skonberg & the Century All-Stars @ Century Ballroom
Aug 17, Monday - Crytzer’s Syncopators @ Buckley’s in Belltown, Savoy Mondays, or New Orleans Quintet @ New Orleans Creole Restaurant
**Aug 12 - 16 is the CENTURY MASTERS of LINDY and TAP at the Century Ballroom
Q: Are the venues for the exchange within walking distance of each other?
A: All of the venues for the exchange, with the exception of the Friday Night main dance (Mt. Baker Community Club) are within the Capitol Hill/Downtown areas and are walkable.
Q: When will we hear about hosting assignments?
A: Hosts and guests should already have received information regarding housing if you have contacted us. If you have requested housing and not heard from us, please email seattlelindyexchange[at]yahoo.com
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: There will be no refunds at this time.
Q: Will there be food at late-night, or do I need to go and find something?
A: Yes! We will have snacks at all 3 late-night dances. However, if you are looking for a full out meal, feel free to explore the area! As far as places close to the after hours dance, there is a Subway that is open 24 hours, as well as a Pizza Mart that delivers pizza until 4am!
*Saturday night will be at the Washington Dance Club all night, and more elaborate food will be available in the main ballroom throughout the evening!
Q: Can I bring water bottles into the dances?
A: Yes! All of the dances, with the exception of the Sunday Night Main Dance at the Century Ballroom, allow water bottles. For Sunday night, we suggest visiting the Century Ballroom’s restaurant next door, The Tin Table where you can either purchase a non-alcoholic beverage and bring it into the dance, or enjoy cocktails in the bar area before hitting the floor.
Q: Should I bring nice dress-up clothes for any of the nights?
A: This is entirely up to you… however, if you wish to dress-up one night, we would suggest Sunday night as we will be in the beautiful Century Ballroom dancing to the Glenn Crytzer’s 13-pc Blue Rhythm Band - a perfect night to dress to the nines!
Q: I’ve heard Seattle is a “fast-dancing” city. What kind of tempos can I expect at your exchange?
A: At the Seattle Lindy Exchange, we always do our best to represent all different tempos and styles of swing/blues music! When you hear the music you’ll be dancing too much to be thinking about tempos anyway!