Community Drum Circle with Michelle
Schedule
Sat Jan 10 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
2160 National Road , Wheeling, WV, United States, West Virginia 26003 | Wheeling, WV
๐ Saturday, January 10th
๐ 6:00 PM โ 7:30 PM
๐ 2160 National Road Wheeling WV 26003
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Families Welcome!
๐ FREE EVENT (donations appreciated but never required)
Come join us for a relaxing, uplifting community drum circle led by Michelle, an intermediate djembe player with a true gift for creating a warm, inclusive space where everyone can make music together.
Whether youโve never touched a drum before or you already love to play, this gathering is for you. Most participants are beginners, and thatโs the beauty of it โ in a drum circle, thereโs no wrong way to make a beat. We learn through listening, playing, and connecting.
โจ Come as you are. Bring a friend. Bring the kids. Letโs make rhythm together.
๐ Cost
โ This is a FREE community event.
Donations are not required, but they are very much appreciated to support the space and future gatherings.
๐ต Donations welcome via cash or Venmo
๐ฅ What to Expect
โ Beginner-friendly instruction and group rhythm building
โ A relaxed, supportive environment
โ Plenty of room for creativity and self-expression
โ Community connection + laughter + music
โ Everyone plays together โ no pressure, no performance required
๐ A Little About Drum Circles (Origins + Meaning)
Drumming is one of humanityโs oldest forms of communication and celebration. Across cultures and throughout history, drums have been used for community gatherings, healing, ceremony, storytelling, and connection. The djembe, a West African drum traditionally played in village celebrations and community events, is especially loved for its wide range of tones and ability to โspeakโ through rhythm.
Modern community drum circles are inclusive and welcoming โ but they carry forward that same ancient purpose:
bringing people together through shared rhythm and collective energy.
๐ Healing & Wellness Benefits
Drum circles arenโt just fun โ theyโre good for you, too. Many people leave feeling calmer, lighter, and more energized.
Some well-known benefits include:
๐ฟ Stress relief and emotional release
๐ง Improved focus and grounding
๐ Nervous system regulation through steady rhythm
๐ค Connection + belonging (especially powerful in community settings)
๐ Mood boost โ rhythm can ease anxiety and lift spirits
๐ต Creative expression without needing words
Even if youโre tired or stressed when you arrive, you might be surprised how much better you feel when you leave.
๐งบ What to Bring
๐ฅ If you have a drum, bring it!
๐ If you donโt have one, we have plenty to share - along with other instruments!
๐ง Water bottle
๐ง Comfortable clothing
โจ An open mind and willingness to play
๐ถ Great for Beginners + Families
If youโve ever thought, โIโm not musicalโ โ this is especially for you. Drum circles arenโt about being perfect. Theyโre about showing up, listening, and joining in.
๐ถ Thereโs always a place for your beat.
Families are welcome โ kids, teens, and adults can all participate.
Where is it happening?
2160 National Road , Wheeling, WV, United States, West Virginia 26003Event Location & Nearby Stays:



















