European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - July 7, 1994, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Produced by 104th ask marketing amp advertising 104th ask thursday july 7,1994line dancing hits the 104th ask 8y Kathy Dressler Media coordinator the Row of dancers thrusts out one hip rocks Back and Forth changes feet and kicks High. They re not the rookeries they re cowboys a and they Are country Coo. They Are part of the dance craze that moved like a Prairie fire from country Honky tonks to Yuppie downtown night clubs across the Ocean to your local Community club country line dancing. A combination of the Conga line the harem Hustle and disco fever line dancing its the late night Cowboy join in on a mixture of Steps dips twists kicks and turns. The  As Catchy As me names Walkin Wall Boot scooting Boogie Tush push Neon Moon. Honk Tonk. Stomp slapping leather and Tumbleweed. The movement started about fifteen years ago when disco dancing was dying and clubs were looking for a new fad. Country music was increasing in popularity and Honky Tonk bars were big with their mechanical bulls and Western attitudes. The movie Urban Cowboy was number one at he Box office a a eventually the mechanical bulls were shipped off to the scrap Metal slaughterhouse but the country style remained the music was gaining new country converts and Cowboy bars were popping up like wildflowers. Hats boots and Denim were Selling off the shelves. And the dance floors were crowded some of the dances Are traditional like the Texas two step the cot ton eyed Joe and the Tennessee Waltz. But others were invented to fit the beat of a. New country and Western hit. The line dancing trend was already gathering steam when Billy Ray Cyrus 1992 tune achy Breaky heart inspired a line dance called the achy Breaky this Mega hit dance fanned the fire into a Blaze. New dances were created for ?. \ k  a a i it a Tux every new song. Today country dancers scoot their hoots to Over a thousand variations of the line dance. These new dance routines Are Ideal for singles since a partner is not required. Single men can go to a club together and join in the line dance without attracting funny stares a cowgirl can flaunt her Short skirt and tall boots and dance with a Fred Astaire in a Stetson or if she chooses atone. The availability of lessons helps spread the new Steps quickly several clubs offer free lessons taught by volunteers to the Early Bird dancers. Tenderfoot can practice a few moves before the party starts kicking. As the band pumps out a country hit. The dancers line up. Cowboys Jam their thumbs into heir big buckled Bells or the front pockets of their jeans. The cowgirls Plant their hands firmly on their hips and stare straight Forward. Moving together to the beat they Cross one foot Over the other and take three Steps to the left three Steps to the right Rock Back and Forth on their heels and kick High. They Are dancing the electric slide and they Are country Cool free country amp Western line dancing lessons bavarian club in Asch Raffenburg tuesday 8-10  06021-94661 Blue Crystal club in Kirc Goens tuesday 7 30-9 . 346-7193 Hanau Rod and Cun club sunday 5-7 . 322.8153 Plantation club in Frankfurt wednesday 6-8 , 325-6256 Rainbow club m Darmstadt saturday. 6-8 . 348-6227/7395 country and Western music bavarian club in Aschaffenbur saturday country night 9 . 3 ., $3 Best dressed Cowboy Conics july 30 at Midnight 06021-94661 Blue Crystal club in Kite Goens monday thursday 5 . Midnight Friday and saturday 8  -4 am. 346-7193 canopy club Friday and saturday 9 . I  324-3122 Darmstadt Rod and gun club country Friday 9 . 2  348-6402. Hanau Rod and gun club wednesday 9 . Friday and saturday band 9 . 2  Sunday 5-11 . A. ,. 322-8153. A. A Moder Mur club in Hanau tuesday 8 . I ., $3 thursday 8 . -2  $4 322-7509 or 06183-71371. Plantation club in Frankfurt wednesday 8 . -130 ,"friday and saturday 7 . 3  325-6256 Rainbow club in Darmstadt wild Western wednesday with do 8 . 1  Kicking country with band saturday 8 . 4 ., $6 348-6227 Topper club in Frankfurt a amp a Rock amp Roll thursday 320-5466 Renaissance Faire it find your destiny at main Zonberg Castle near Butzbach off autobahn 45�?� july 30 f i  ? , july 31 0a,m. 6 . Adults a dm2 children a do 1 Call 343-6515/6400 for details a new mini mall prepares to open in Darmstadt amp Deh airlines run i 141 i  Axi we. Khz Mil Giessen or bal Hals by Kathy Dressler Media coordinator the Day is almost Here. Serendipity shops the new Multi shop mall in Darmstadt opens its doors july 15. Bring the family and celebrate the grand opening from 10  6 . With Bai loons prizes refreshments and More. Serendipity shops stores include the trophy and engraving shop press printing the portrait studio and Calico Corner since the draw Downs have affected similar facilities in other communities Ait of these shops and services Are grouped together in Darmstadt for the convenience of the entire military Community. Lowe want to satisfy All our customers needs in a one Stop shopping environment a said Paul Daforno operations manager. A Park the car come on in and spend the Day  the trophy and engraving shop offers Memorabilia for All occasions plaques for Hail and farewells promotions of gifts a wide variety of sports trophies Pewter mugs and plates for baby gifts and wedding presents Metai dishes depicting German scenes achievement medallions and sports awards unit flags and coins clocks and pen sets. The store also repairs your trophies and plaques. After selecting the perfect item have it engraved to personalize your gift. The trophy and engraving shop customizes your plaque or award at no additional Cost. Customize to shirts or Coffee mugs at press printing by choosing a logo or creating your own four color design the portrait studio captures your Best Side on a full color photograph. Turn you Best pictures into creative gifts such As greeting cards puzzles or stickers. The studio offers overnight processing professional framing and matting services Are also available for your favorite poster picture Cross stitch work painting or print. Calico Comer exhibits a wide variety of crafts perfect for that special gift consign your homemade masterpieces or browse for unique handicrafts in this special boutique operated by the Darmstadt women a club the Brand new shopping facility a main objective is to Benefit the Community with the Best in customer service a customer satisfaction is our first priority a said Daforno. To emphasis this Point grand opening flyers feature a 25 percent discount Coupon Good for any Purchase in the mall. Serendipity shops is located on Cambrai Fritsch Kasheme above the Bank in building 4037b. Next to the Darmstadter club. Operating hours Are monday Friday from 10  6 . Call 348-6252 for More information. 76 stripes Magazine july 7, 1994 paid advertisement