11 Years of Jazz

Friday nights in our community have long had one sacred constant: The Jazzy Lounge. For 11 uninterrupted years, this iconic gathering has welcomed dancers, dreamers, and die-hard jazz enthusiasts every single Friday without fail. No holidays off. No breaks for weather or world events. Just pure, unrelenting rhythm and soul.

The Jazzy Lounge isn’t just a venue; it’s a ritual. Since its inception in 2014, before I was even part of this community, it has held a weekly club night that blends classic and modern jazz, with the occasional foray into other, tangentially related, genres. 

In a world of disposable content and ephemeral trends, the Jazzy Lounge represents something incredibly rare: consistency. To maintain an event every Friday night for 11 years, speaks not only to the dedication of Lorelia and associates, but also to the passion of its community. The Lounge has become a sanctuary for those seeking solace in music, conversation, and collective energy. It’s not just the longest running club in its community — it’s the heartbeat of that community.

Even more remarkable is the Lounge’s utter lack of drama or rivalry, despite being a cornerstone of the community. In a scene where ego clashes, territorial disputes, and social media flare-ups are all too common, especially among long-standing or high-profile venues, The Jazzy Lounge has maintained 11 years of peace, positivity, and mutual respect. It has never been embroiled in club politics, nor has it ever needed to outshine anyone else. Its success comes not from competition, but from its authenticity and personality, and that in itself is almost unheard of.

Through all these years, the only real transformation has been the venue itself. What began as a small, single-room club — intimate, minimal, and lovingly improvised — has grown into a sprawling, beautifully curated space filled with layers of character.

Today’s Jazzy Lounge features multiple themed rooms and artistic touches that reflect over a decade of memories. What’s truly special are the little Easter eggs scattered throughout the venue — subtle tributes to its early days, past themes and even inside jokes shared by long time guests. Each detail tells a story. It’s a space that invites both nostalgia and discovery, constantly evolving while remaining unmistakably The Jazzy Lounge.