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October 23, 24, 25, 26, 2008

Stamford Hilton Hotel (same hotel, new name)
One First Stamford Place
Stamford, CT
 (one block from Stamford train station)

ALHC UPDATES

As it stands right now there will be no regional contests for the 2008 American Showcase Division. Contestants should be prepared to come directly to ALHC to compete on Friday, October 24, 2008.

George Gee and the Jump Jive and Wailers join us to play on Friday night's party.

The Boilermakers Jazz Band plays on Saturday night.

Those placing in the American Showcase Division have qualified to compete in the World Games in the Lindy Hop event. And in case you haven't heard Lindy Hop has been added to the competitive events at the 2012 Olympics. More information from the WRRC USA to come. Winners of the Masters Division received passes to The World Swing Dance Championships, September 12-14, 2008.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION to ALHC
From Newark take the Port Authority Shuttle to the Port Authority terminal. ($11USD), the ntake a subway or bus to Grand Central Station. ($2USD). From Grand Central Station take the commuter train to Stamford ($10USD), take a cab 1.5 miles to the hotel ($10USD) or walk it.

From LaGuardia take the M60 bus ($2USD exact change or use a token) to the Astoria Blvd.  Station where you’ll take the commuter train to Stamford ($10USD). Walk one block to First Stamford Place

From JFK it takes 2 buses, a subway, then the train, cab/walk.

There are, also, the following shuttle options. Eveready Transportation/Stamford Yellow Cabs in Stamford call 1 (203) 967.3633; www.reddot.com call 1 (800) 6REDDOT from LaGuardia to Stamford is approximately $55USD per person one way.

Traveling just to Manhattan your best bet is Super Shuttle. It is $19USD from Newark, $15USD from LaGuardia, $16USD  from JFK;. Call 1 (800) BLUEVAN.

When in doubt, the City of Stamford has a site dedicated to getting to, from and around town. Transportation resources in Stamford may be found at http://www.ci.stamford.ct.us/transportation/default.htm . There you will find information on driving, taking a train, busses and cabs, special needs travel and area airport information.