Have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July

Happy birthday wishes David Padilla, Tiffany Brown, Lisa Nunziella, Nancy Merle, Punkin Habet, Jeff Gessner, Nina Rosado and Paige Shoyer. 

Born 61 years ago Jacques Morali was the French music producer for the Village People and the Ritchie Family. Bebu Silvetti passed away this date four years ago. He was an Argentine pianist & composer that gave us wonderful songs like Spring Rain. Also, Van McCoy passed away July 6, 1979, at the peak of his young career. In addition to his many hits, he composed the disco anthem "The Hustle."

Congratulations to Billy Marti and Masako Chen. They took 1st place in the Millennium Dancesport Championships in the Pro Am Open Cabaret division. 

The first.... Stardust Dance Cruise takes place January 27th to February 3rd, 2008. Make your reservations now for a week at sea on the gorgeous Costa. Love, Laughter, La Dolce Vita. Dance workshops and more visit - http://www.stardustdancecruises.com

Check out the new slide show on the Hustle Hall Of Fame. Read the biographies and view pictures of many of the great dancers of yesterday and today. It's awesome. - http://www.hustlehalloffame.com/

Audition for DanceQuake July 22, 2007, San Francisco, paid position on the DanceQuake team, part of the Get Up and Dance Bay Area program. Inspire and engage kids and families in the joy of dance. Searching for dancers of all styles - Urban/ Jazz/Latin visit - http://www.getupanddancebayarea.org .

Rooms are almost all gone for the 2007 NY Hustle Congress. If you want to stay in the NY Hilton (Discounted Rate of $163) the only dates available are August 30 & Sept 2nd. Over flow accommodations are available at adjacent hotels. Call Anna-Lise Ford at 1- 888-431-1014 ext 231, ask for the NY Salsa Congress discount. Reminder  - registration prices for NYHC packages will be going up Monday, July 2nd - http://www.nyhustlecongress.com

The world famous night club, the Copacabana closed effectively yesterday, to make way for an extention. of the NY subway system.  The most recognized night club in the US since the 40's, the owners plan to open at a new location by fall 2007.  

The Spice Girls are reuniting but did you know that Emma Punting (baby spice)  came in third place on the English version of Dancing With The Stars.

This weeks edition  of DanceTalk® is sponsored by Discoamerica taking place this week in Atlantic City NJ, Come join us and help make new memories. - http://www.discoamerica.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

July 4 - 8, NY FOURTH OF JULY SINGLES WEEKEND -- At KUTSHER'S Country Club in Monticello,Featuring Ballroom, Latin, Disco & Poolside dancing to LIVE & DJ music (Including DJ Cody), Singles Cocktail Parties, Tennis, Golf & Horseback riding, Fireworks Display..an all inclusive 3 day stay at rates, starting at $365 (Double occ.), with an option to stay for a fourth day for only $99 !!! For Info & Reservations please contact LIDance at: (631) 744-7777 or Info@LIdance.org

July 4, Wed - NY - No Hustle Jam, party resumes july 11th and every Wedneday,  @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 w. 26th st.: Join your hosts Simone Assboeck & David Padilla for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson "Paradise" Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin.$9/PP; $5 for SO Students. NO HUSTLEJAM 7/4; RESUME 7/11: "Munchie Night; Snax Galore!"

July 4, Wed - NJ - Rob & Sheila's classes and Dance cancelled at The Atrium. Enjoy the fireworks! The studio is closed.

July 5 - 8 DISCO AMERICA,  ATLANTIC CITY, NJ ,Clarion Hotel and Convention Center, 6821 Black Horse Pike, West Atlantic City, NJ 08234, For reservations: 609 272-0200, Toll-Free: 800 782-9237, You need to mention Disco America? when you call the hotel for reservations. Rooms are: $145/night.... This year featuring LIVE, Vince Montana Jr. from the Salsoul Orchestra performing the hits. Staff includes DJ Steve Neeren, For more info, visit  http://www.discoamerica.com & for updates & details  http://www.donnaboyle.com

July 5, Thurs - NY - LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE'S, 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island,11590**Presented by LOUIS  DEL PRETE, 7:30PM to 11:30PM, Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. SALSA Dance Lesson starting at 7:30w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, Cash Bar, Admission $14, call Louis (516) 819 - 9016. THIS EVENT RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!

July 6, Fri - PA- STRICTLY BALLROOM PARTY at La Luna Dance Studio, 7:45pm, elegant dinner buffet (first come, first serve).  Complimentary Bachata Lesson with Sonya Elmore at 8:15pm.  Ballroom dancing to DJs, Bob & Michelle from 9:00pm until 12:30am.  Admission is $12 ($10 Members, Free Platinum Members).  BYOB, alchohol only.  Cups & ice provided at minimal charge.  Non- alchoholic cash bar available. For info 215-638-0418 ot info@lalunadancestudio.com. 4610 Bensalem Boulevard, Bensalem, PA  19020. http://www.lalunadancestudio.com  

July 6, Fri - FL - Swing Dance Venue every Friday night. Come dance Lindy Hop, Blues with Cindy & Andrew. All dancers welcome! Beginner Lindy Hop Lessons at 7:30 to 8:15, Blues from 8:15 to 8:45 PM. Practice dance session starts at 8:45 to late night. Cost is $12 for the night, lesson included. $2 Discount for Valid Student ID and SWING AFFAIR Members. SHALL WE DANCE, 600 South Federal Highway * Suite 219, Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441 ***954-254-3221 or Cindy 561-495-7571

July 7, Sat - NY - The Dance Zone Enjoy an evening of Latin Ballroom - Hustle - WCS Dance music - with Mark James & Karen Lupo at the - Show - Jrs Reuda group (from Innovative Fitness) - Beautiful Wantagh Jewish Center - 9:15 - 1:15 am - 3710 Woodbine Ave Long Island - (516) 835-9996 for directions - $14p/p - http://www.mjames.org/zone.html -
dannsirs@yahoo.com - http://www.mjames.org

July 10, Tues - NY - IBBG, (International Buffet, Bar & Grill) with special guest DJ Johnny O, from NJ. Come experience the July 4th Holiday, playing the best of old & new Hustle with a dash of Latin & WCS, hosted by Doreen, 1100 Stewart Ave. Garden City Exit M3W off Meadowbrook Pkwy 9 PM  Admission $7

July 10, Tues - NY - LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS, at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant & Lounge), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island NY, 7:30 to 11:30 PM, Delicious Hot Buffet Dinner, HUSTLE Dance Lesson by JOSE BOLIVAR,  $13 Includes ALL !   Additional Info at: (631) 744-7777, Info@LIDance.org or  http://www.LIDance.org

July 15 - Sun - HUSTLE WORKSHOP - Mark James & Karen Lupo - 1 - 4:45 pm - MEMORIAL HALL - 102 E main St, Bay Shore, LI, NY
CLICK HERE TO GO TO WORKSHOP - * 1 to 2 Brand New You asked for it - You got it - Newbie/ First Timers Starter Course - Basic Hustle & Salsa - * 2 to 3 Int Hustle - Core Basics to Spins - * 3 to 4 Int/Adv Hustle - Something New & Danceable for All - * 4 to 4:45 Practice Session General Dancing - Mark & Karen, the 2 Instructors - will walk around answer questions - You can even Video the Review - Making Sure You Got It !! - Cost $10 for Beginner Class - $12 per class - Best Deal 2 Classes for $20 - Sign in Starts @ 12:40 - Singles & Couples Welcome - Call about DVD for Sale - 30 moves for $30