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July 8 - 2008

Greetings!

This Weeks Highlights

-- Karen & I would like to thank Mike Rodriguez & Jenn for performing for our July 5 Dance - it was Great

-- This weekend - July 10 - 13 - There is the "Big Apple Championships " over in NJ - Hustle/WCS/Salsa/Latin/Country Event Director Anthony Lee - Show Saturday night - Come on Down - Info & Link @ side bar - Try something Different - Surprise That Date - Karen & I are part of the Entertainment

-- July 24 - 27 - "The World Hustle Dance Championships" Hustle/WCS/Salsa/Latin/Country Event Director Diane K Nardone - Info & Link @ side bar Karen & I are Judging, Lecturing & part of the Entertainment.

Monday July 14 - If anyone would be interested in taking private lessons with ~~KARINA SMIRNOFF~~ From "Dancing With The Stars" - Long Island call Louis @ (516) 819-9016

Weekly Video View - Roberts, WCS, Jorge & Wheelchairs - @ Weekly Video Player

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This Week
  • --- July 20, Sun - Hustle Work Shop @ The Dance Zone
    NEW PLACE
  • Ron's Dance Talk - 7-8-08 ------
  • Rambling Thoughts in the Zone ....
  • Dance Calendar - Long Island / New York ------
  • Video Gems --- Roberts, WCS, Jorge & Wheelchairs ----
  • Ron's Dance Calendar - National & Tri - State ------
  • Mediterranean Cruise + DiscoAmerica
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  • Ron's Dance Talk - 7-8-08 ------

    Happy Birthday wishes to  Melissa Walker,  Nancy Merle,  Punkin Habet, Jeff Gessner,  Nina Rosado,  Paige Shoyer,  Loriann Greenhouse, George Azpura,  Roma Moon,  Gregory Harrison,  Manny "Gizmo" Alvarez, Paula Bove/Edgar,  Giant Gene,  Al Schmidt  and  Judy Smith. 

    Congratulations to Shana and the Society Hill Dance Academy. They are opening a second dance studio - SHDA West, in Manayunk, Pa. at Beat Street Station, just one block off of Main Street.  Stay tuned for updates.

    What a weekend. Discoamerica was the bomb. An incredible weekend of entertainment surpassing all expectations. Congratulations to co-directors Donna Boyle and Joyce Szilli. See the wrap up below. 

    This Christmas look out for the motion picture Bedtime Stories, with choreography by Adam Shankman (Hairspray and Stuck On You) featuring Adam Sandler, Dana Goodman, Keri Russel and dance pros Lacy Schwimmer and Travis. 

    Don't miss the premier of the newest dance social, Dancing At the Cross Roads, this Friday, July 11th, at the Sheraton Mahwah Crossroad Hotel Grand Ballroom - 1 International Blvd, Route 17 North, Mahwah New Jersey see details below.

    Lori Brizzi has extended the early bird price package for the 4th Annual New York Hustle Congress.  The prices do go up next week. The hotel is sold out and the group rate almost gone so reserve your room at 1-800 Hilton and mention code SAL for the group rate immediately. http://www.nyhustlecongress.com

    Nicky Siano, the legendary DJ will retire on his 55th birthday, March 2010, just 17 months away. He performs all over the world...best known from the Gallery in NYC and helping to launch the careers of so many artists. 
     
    Here is the pick of the week from DJ Fancy, "We Break The Dawn" by Michelle Williams of "Destiny's Child" fame. This is her new single.   

    It will be a high kicking weekend at The Big Apple Country Dance Festival, the party takes place at the Renaissance Newark see all the details at http://bigapplecountrydance.com/ 

    Did you catch Raul Santiago, on "So You Think You Can Dance," he was assisting choreographer and friend Alex DaSilva.

    This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the Mediterranean Dance Cruise. Read all about it below.


    Make it a great week,
    Ron


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    Dance Calendar - Long Island / New York ------



    July 9 -  Wed --- DANCE - Matty T's every Wed for West Coast Swing. Open dancing at 7PM - 631 979-0713

    Wed-  --- Groups - George Maderski - 160 West Merrick Road  - East Coast Swing -- 9 pm - Please call first - http://www.madhotdancing.com/

    Wed --- Groups - Innovative Fitness - inter salsa - 7pm -- advance salsa 8pm - www.innovativedancesport.com

    July 10- Thurs --- DANCE -  Louis Del Prete - Latin, Hustle, WCS - Mirelle's (516) 819-9016  7:30- 11:30  $14

    July 11- Fri--- DANCE -  Louis Del Prete - Latin, Hustle, WCS - VFW (516) 819-9016 - 8pm - 12am- 11:30  $14

    July 14- Mon -  July's Groupsdancewk 2 of 4 - Mark James Instructor - $24 for month/class - $11 per class
    102 E Main St, Bay Shore, LI, NY - Mon - Group Classes
      - 7 - Samba & American Foxtrot - Adv Beg/Int'm
      - 8 - Street Salsa - Int'm - 20 min Salsa Shine Warm- up + Patterns -    - Bay Shore
     - Singles & Couples Welcome
     - No Partner Needed - Call 516- 835-9996 - http://www.mjames.org/groups.html


    July 15  - Tues --- DANCE - Latin, WCS, Hustle Dance Mix by DJ CODY- 56th Fighter Group Restaurant at Republic Airport  www.lidance.org/salsa.html/

    Tues --- DANCE - Hustle -
    IBBG Hustle   
    Future Zone Events

    dance July 20 - Sun - NEW PLACE - HUSTLE WORKSHOP - Mark James & Karen Lupo
    - 1 - 4:45 pm - INFINITY GYM - 320 Smith - Farmingdale LI, NY- off 110
    - 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 - * 2 to 3 Int Hustle - Core Basics to Spins - * 3 to 4 Int/Adv Hustle - Something New & Dance able 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 $35


    Aug 2, Sat - Wantagh - 7th Year Anniversary @ The Dance Zone DANCE Independence Dance - Show by Mike Rodriguez Dancers
    Enjoy an evening of Latin Ballroom - Hustle  
    dance WCS Dance music
    with Mark James & Karen Lupo
    - + Show - New Look - Larger Floor + Fruit & Veggie Platters- Beautiful Wantagh Jewish Center - 8:30 - 12:30 am
    - 3710 Woodbine Ave Long Island
    - (516) 835-9996 for directions
    - $14p/p - www.mjames.org/zone.html


    dance Aug 10,  Sun - Karen's Sexy Latin Styling - Karen Lupo - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm - 180 Commerce - Innovative Fitness, LI, NY LI, NY
    - CLICK HERE FOR MORE
    Learn AWESOME moves and TECHNIQUES that will DISPLAY yourself with CLASS AND STYLE!!
    - Info - Call 516-835-9996 -$15 - class for 1&half hrs
    - Sign in Starts @ 11:15 - Call about Hustle DVD for Sale - 30 moves for $35


    Video Gems --- Roberts, WCS, Jorge & Wheelchairs ----


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    Mediterranean Cruise + DiscoAmerica

    Mediterranean Dance Cruise

    There comes a point in life when you decide its time to create memories. There is no better way then to gather your loved ones, close friends - family and sail on the incredible Queen Victoria. This is bound to be an unbelievable journey that will be the topic of discussions for years to come. You will vacation for 12 wonderful days starting your trip in Athens which will include stops in Volos, Greece – Dikili, Istanbul, & Kusadasi Turkey, Port Said & Alexandria Egypt -  Valetta in Malta - Messina Naples and ending in Rome, Italy. Imagine the history and beauty you will capture. The sites will be breath taking.  This is a once in a life time event. The trip begins on November 17th thru November 29th of 2008. The rates start at approximately $2200 for the cruise, prior Cunard guests may get better rates. Please call now for the lowest rates, but don't wait. The level of interest is high.   25% of cruise fare due at cabin assignment & final payment due Aug.12, 2008.  All prices per person based on double occupancy & include special dance events open to our group only.  Call 215-855-2711 - info@blsdc.com for more information and a brochure. For the ultimate time to create special memories.

    Discoamerica  ( the highlights )


    On July 4th the country celebrated 232 years of independence. Philadelphia, the first capital of the United states, is also the home of the longest running dance event, dedicated to hustle dancing. Discoamerica celebrated its 10th anniversary in grand style. Organizers Donna Boyle and Joyce Szili created plenty of fireworks on the dance floor. With so many surprises....many old friends returned to celebrate the 10 year anniversary. Many dance couples came back to encore previous performances. Hustle pioneer Arte Phillips was honored for his longevity in the dance world and for all of his contributions, the "Life Time Achievement Award" was bestowed on him.  Pre dinner festivities featured the return of some of the best acts over the years * a performance from "Dancing With the Stars" Brian Fortuna, along with his mother, Ballroom pro, Sandra Fortuna,  *an exciting acrobatic exhibition by David Paris and Zoë,  *a high energy show by Eli Torres and Yen Dorado dancing their ESPN world Salsa number,  *Donna Boyle and Jose Gonzales demonstrating a classic hustle.  The dinner show honored the past 10 years. A tribute created by choreographer Arte Phillips. The show reflected back on previous shows featureing  Loriann Greenhouse & Kelvin Roche,  Tybaldt & Hazel Ulrich, Wendy & Wajih Dalal and the cast: Patty McConnell, Elizabeth Darchi, Angela McCabe, Stephanie Risser, Carolina Almont, Joey Commentucci, Joe Kernan, Louie Orlando, Jose Gonzales, Steve Neeren and Billy Marti,
    The fireworks shined brightly on the dance floor along with Andre Phelps, Bobby Morales, Lori Brizzi, Steve Neeren, Brian Gallagher, Silvana Gallagher, Wingo Hom, DJ Mark, Diane Nardone, Angela McCabe, Dara Patrusky, Barry Durand, George Garcia, Billy Marti, Wendy & Wajih Dalal, Nino Torre, Joey Commentucci, Etti Kurtz, Mark Sokowski,  Elizabeth Darchi, Louie Orlando, Tony & Shawn Nguyen, Carlo DeJesus, Jose Gonzales, Danny McGee,  Jamison Kilburn, Joe Kerner, Stephanie Risser, Ginny Carey, Roberto Pagan, Carolina Almont, Loriann Greenhouse and Kelvin Roche, DJ Mark, Rosa Paredes, David Padilla, Robert Ortiz, Tariq Brown,  Joanne "Fox"  Piazza, Jessie Casendino, Erika Smith, Anita Giacone, Scott Michielli, Michael Leyden, Elizabeth Craner, Mary Keegan, Evie Hoover, Trisha Caballero, Walter Levy, Kathy Young, Jamie Serna & Jerise, Lisa Sands, Bill Pouter, Pat McDonnell, Terri Murphy........
    Winners of the Book Ends competition were: (girls) Silvana Gallagher and Stephanie Risser and (boys) Tariq Brown and Mr Anthony,
    The traditional Philly Freeze was won by Sal and Wendy Dalal.
    It was a wonderful weekend that will have folks marking their calendars now, for next years event. 
    Here are some of this years results. For the complete list, visit the official website, http://www.discoamerica.com

    Just Hustle Novice
    1) Raymond Fabrisio & Michele Moyer
    2) Mike Reher & Audrey Rigsbee
    3) Gerald Marcus & Linda Marcus

    Just Hustle Intermediate
    1) Ricardo Villa & Sammy Shecter
    2) Phil Dixon & Linda Marcus
    3) Frank Paredes & Joan Matera

    Just Hustle Advanced
    1) Jesse Castenda & Erica Smith
    2) Jack Cieka & Danielle Odhner
    3) Scott Michielli & Elizabeth Craner

    Classic Hustle
    1) Joel Halsband & Mary Ellen Hood
    2) Ricardo Villa & Sammy Shecter

    Pro Just Hustle
    1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
    2) Joe Kerner & Stephanie Risser
    3) Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey

    Female & Male Jack & Jill  Pro - Am Hustle (individual winners)
    Novice
    1) Sara Jones     Michael Couris
    2) Judy Smith     Bryan Toder
    3) Stacy Sansevenino     Daryl Pollansky

    Intermediate
    1) Joanne Piazza      &nbs p;  Ricardo Villa
    2) Eileen Erlich        ;      Phil Dixon
    3) Angelique Zuccolo      Patrick Stewart

    Advanced
    1) Cindy Lehning      &nb sp; Michael Leyden
    2) Erica Smith        ;     Patrick Stewart
    3) Mihoko Ninomiya    Jack Cieka

    Pro - Am 3 Dance Competition
    1) Tybaldt Ulrich & Sammy Shecter
    2) George & Roscel Garcia
    3) Wingo Hom & Erica Smith

    Professional Dance Off
    1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
    2) Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey
    3) Roberto Pagan & Rosa  Paredes

    Professional  3 Dance Competition
    1) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes
    2) George Garcia & Diane Nardone
    3) Carlo DeJesus & Lori Brizzi

    Professional Invitational Jack & Jill Hustle
    1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
    2) Brian Gallagher & Lori Brizzi
    3) Louie Orlando & Elizabeth Darchi


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    July 7, Mon - NY - Dancesport - Legendary Hustle Mondays at Paul Pellicoro's DanceSport, with DJ Donnie Sheilds, 9:30PM  -$10 admission; DS registered students free. 22 West 34th St East Entrance 4th Fl between 5th & 6th avenues. http://www.dancesport.com for more information.

    July 8, Tues - NY - HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS
    at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, BACHATA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 http://www.LIDance.org

    July 9, Wed - NY - "HUSTLEJAM" @ 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 Chilly Willy spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP;  $5 for SO Students -  Tonight's Special is "Munchie Night": Snacks Galore!!!

    July 9, Wed - Pa - Michael's Cafe, the hustle party lives on, every Wednesday night in Bensalem, as DJ Mark spins the best hustle, Swing and Latin in between. Come join the party, no cover charge and free parking. 8:30 to 12:30, street Road

    July 10 - 13 Big Apple Country Dance Festival , Renaissance Newark, NJ Airport Hotel, Hosted by Anthony Lee, On line Registration. Country, Swing, Hustle, Jack & Jill and Ballroom competitions, 50 different classes taught by the very best instructors, Dinner Show extravaganza packed with fabulous high-energy entertainment by top dancers, Swing, Hustle, Country Couples and Line Dance social dancing Hotel reservations at 908-436-4600, http://bigapplecountrydance.com/

    July 10, Thurs - NY - LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE'S,!! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:30PM to 11:30PM, Great Show you won't want to miss!!! Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. WCS Dance Lesson starting at 7:30w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, Cash Bar Available, Admission $14, call Louis (516) 819 - 9016.

    July 11, Fri - NJ - Dancing at the Crossroads, Dancing at the Sheraton Mahwah Crossroad Hotel Grand Ballroom, 1 International Blvd, Rt. 17 North, Mahwah. Doors open 7:30 pm, open dancing from  9 PM - Midnight admission includes Hustle lesson from 8 – 9 PM with Diane  “Queen Bee" Nardone.  Music by DJ’s Johnny O & Tom R, Exhibition from 9:15 – 9:30, Cash Bar & light refreshments.  Advance tickets $20.00 call 201 684 6792, at the door $22.00. Special overnight room rate ask when you call for tickets. Directions  http://www.mapquest.com - http://www.sheraton.com/mahwah questions Email William.Adamo@ihrco.com - catchthelight@hotmail.com 

    July 11, Fri - Pa - Ballroom Extravaganza  Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, http://www.vaidance.com  The best of Ballroom and Latin music from contemporary to classic; Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz, Samba, Tango, EC Swing, and more.  7:30 PM begins the free Lesson w/ Silvana and an 8:30 Dance Party.  Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

    July 11, Fri - FL - Swing Dance A Little Lindy Plus! Dance Lindy Hop, East Coast, West Coast, and Blues with Cindy. Dance Lesson at 8:00 to 9:00 PM.  Social Dance from 9:00 to late night. $10 , lesson included. SHALL WE DANCE, 600 South Federal Hwy, Suite 219, Deerfield Beach, 954-254-3221 - 561-495-7571

    July 11, Fri - NY - BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS,
    at DEER PARK  V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI,  Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00PM to 12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter!  40 Min. HUSTLE Dance Lesson at 8:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Cash Bar Available, $13, call Louis for info (516) 819 - 9016

    July 12, Sat - NJ - American DanceWheels Performance, Ocean County Library welcomes you to a free performance, demonstration and discussion of wheelchair ballroom dancing with a mini-lesson  at 3:00 PM at Toms River South High School. Presented by the first & current United States Wheelchair Dancesport competition champions Melinda Kremer & Ray Leight. Free and open to the public.  55 Hyers Street in Toms River, NJ 08753, http://www.americandancewheels.org

    July 12, Sat - NYC - Lori Brizzi's Millennium Hustle's
    "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". 3 DJ's, 3 Rooms for dancing. DJ JOHNNY O-Hustle, DJ JEFF-Latin, DJ NOAH-Ballroom (Tango,Swing) $15 includes free class either hustle, Latin - ballroom 8-9pm & Dancing 9PM-1AM.Cash Bar. CLUB 412, 412 8th Ave bet. W30/31,4th Fl. 516 728-6101 http://www.loribrizzi.com  - loribrizzi@aol.com

    July 15, Tues - NY - HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, SALSA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 http://www.LIDance.org

    July 16, Wed - NY - "HUSTLEJAM" @ 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 Bobby Morales spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP;  $5 for SO Students -  Tonight's Special is "Dancers Request Hour": 60 minutes of your requested songs.

    July 17 - 20 Miami Dance Magic, Miami Hyatt Regency Hosted by Debbie Lynn, first annual event. West Coast Swing, Hustle and Salsa. Triple- Threat competition, Showtime Contest, WCS & Hustle Strictly, Pro/Am and Jack & Jill's. Skippy Blair Summer Intensive. Workshops and continual social dancing. Two ballrooms.  Debra Lynn (954) 270 - 0232 e mail - MiamiDanceMagic@aol.com http://www.CoastalDanceConnection.com 

    July 18, Fri - NJ - World Hustle Dance Championships  Pre-Party, 8:00 to 9:00 Hustle Lesson with Diane K Nardone, 9:00 to 1:00 Social Mixer. (Hustle Swing Salsa Country Ballroom) with DJ Dave Muzii, Cash Bar, New Admission: Only $15.00 Jack n Jill Dance Competitions, Raffles, Coffee N lite refreshments, for info Diane at 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net - visit our website http://www.dkndance.com

    July 18, Fri - NJ - Central Jersey Dance Society presents a Jersey Jumpers Swing Dance 5th Anniversary Celebration at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Beg. ECS lesson with Mike Davis 7:30 PM. Swing dancing 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. No partner needed. $11 - $8 students with ID http://www.centraljerseydance.org 609-945-1883 - swing@jerseyjumpers.org.

    July 18, Fri - NJ - Salsa / Hustle night, 9PM - 1AM, hosted by Eduardo Costa w/CostasMusicEntertainment with the Atomic Salsa band. Hustle music by DJ MC @ Mona Lisa Restaurant, 157 East Westfield Ave in Roselle Park, Info call Eduardo (908) 416-6184. Free admission before 9PM - with dinner. $10 after 9PM.

    July 19, Sat - Pa - California Mix @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, http://www.vaidance.com.  It's the night for Hustle & WC Swing w/ a splash of Country 2-Step, Salsa, Cha Cha, and more.  The most contemporary mix with a classic twist.  Don't miss out on this one! 7:30 Free Lesson w/Silvana Gallagher and an 8:30 Dance Party.  Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

    July 19, Sat - NYC - Lori Brizzi's Millennium Hustle's "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". 3 DJ's, 3 Rooms for dancing. DJ NELSON 'Paradise' ROMAN-Hustle, DJ FRANKLIN AYALA-Latin, DJ MARK-Ballroom (Tango,Swing) $15 includes free class either hustle, latin - ballroom 8-9pm & Dancing 9pm-1am.Cash Bar. CLUB 412, 412 8th Ave bet. W30/31,4th Fl. 516 728-6101 http://www.loribrizzi.com  - loribrizzi@aol.com

    dance July 20 - Sun - HUSTLE WORKSHOP - Mark James & Karen Lupo - 1 - 4:45 pm - INFINITY GYM with AC- 320 Smith St, Farmingdale - 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 - * 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 $35 - 516-835-9996

    July 20, Sun - NJ - 100% Pure Hustle with Johnny O, New Summer Hours!  9 pm - 1 am Great music, great company on a great floor. $12 - $10 with pass - print out -  Starlight Dance Center 7 High Street, Nutley, NJ  07110  973-235-9835 http://www.starlightdanceusa.com

    July 20, Sun - Pa - Dance Party with Donna Boyle, at the Holiday Inn Fort Washington , 7pm oldies , swing , hustle and latin , 432 Pennsylvania Ave., Fort Washington, DJ DONNA BOYLE playing your dance favorites, Dress Code: Dressy/Business Casual/Fashionable!  More info http://www.donnaboyle.com/

    July 20, Sun - NY - BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK  V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI,  Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:00PM to 11:00PM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter!  40 Min. Dance Lesson at 7:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle,Cash Bar Available, $13, call Louis for info (516) 819 - 9016

    July 22, Tues - NY - HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE
    TUESDAYS at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, SALSA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 http://www.LIDance.org

    July 24 - 27 World Hustle Dance Championships The 8th Annual hustle competition returns to East Brunswick New Jersey. Host Diane Nardone brings hustle, Swing, Salsa, Ballroom and country to the Hilton East Brunswick, Three Tower Center Boulevard, East Brunswick. Lots of great workshops, competitions, a FABULOUS dinner/show and much more!  Vendors will be available throughout the entire event! Visit http://www.hustledanceworld.com for regular updates and to register on-line!

    July 26, Sat - Pa - NO Salsa Rendezvous , on Summer Break, Returns Sept 6th, @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, http://www.vaidance.com  Salsa Caliente w/ Merengue, Bachatta, Cha Cha mix in for an all out dance party.  7:30 free Salsa lesson w/Victor Colon and an 8:30 Dance Party. Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

    July 26, Sat - NJ - Highland Park, Hosted by Marc Liebeskind, Ballroom-Latin Dance Social with International Rumba Workshop with Brian Thompson, Workshop 5:00 to 7:10, Social 7:30 to 11:30 , $15 for Workshop and Social - $12 students, $10 for Workshop - Social separately., IM Gallery, 233 Raritan Avenue, Highland Park, NJ. http://hpds.webhop.org/events, 201-320-9176, hpds@optonline.net

    July 31 - Aug. 3, Swing Fling Hilton Washington Dulles,  DC Area. 17th Annual Swing and Hustle event, NASDE Competition, WSDC Jack & Jill Competition, Over $12,000 in Prizes, 4 Large Dance Floors, Famous "Lobby" Dance Floor, Over 40 dance workshops, WCS, Hustle, Lindy, Hand Dance, Plenty of Open dancing because of various floors, Top Teachers & Judges in the world $90 special room rate, Swing & Hustle Pro Am competition, 1-800 -Hiltons, Ask for the $90 Swing Fling rate  Event Director: Barry Durand visit http://barrydurand.com/swingfling/

    Aug 1, Fri - Pa - Dance Party with Donna Boyle,  Holiday Inn, 432 Pennsylvania Ave., Fort Washington, Complimentary appetizers and drink specials 6:30 pm , Music starts at 8:00 pm; $10 Dance Lesson at 8:15 pm  DJ DONNA BOYLE playing your dance favorites, Dress Code: Dressy/Business Casual/Fashionable! More info at http://www.donnaboyle.com/

    Aug 1, Fri - Pa - Ballroom Extravaganza  @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA, http://www.vaidance.com.  The best of Ballroom and Latin music from contemporary to classic; Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz, Samba, Tango, EC Swing, and more.  7:30 PM begins the free Lesson w/ Silvana and an 8:30 Dance Party.  Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.


    dance Aug 2, Sat - NY - 7th year Anniversary Dance @ The Dance Zone -Enjoy an evening of Latin Ballroom - Hustle - WCS Dance music - with Mark James & Karen Lupo Show TBA Beautiful Wantagh Jewish Center - 8:30 - 12:30 am - 3710 Woodbine Ave - Carpet has been removed Floor is 60% Larger - Long Island - (516) 835-9996 for directions - $14p/p - http://www.mjames.org/zone.html -
    dannsirs@yahoo.com - http://www.mjames.org


    Aug 8, 9 & 10 - Mario "Swing Daddy" visits the Del Val area! Rob and Sheila Dance bring Mario in for workshops and Got Swing? More info coming soon. Save the DATE!! Rob and Sheila Rob: 609-519-0793 or 856-858-6753 Sheila: bpurkey@yahoo.com Rob: djrob01@comcast.net  http://www.robandsheiladance.com

    AUG 14-18 Grand Pacific Dance Championships, San Jose California. A new dance event hosted by Billy Fajardo, Raul Ante and Debra Hampton. The Doubletree Hotel San Jose, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, Rooms will be available at the rate of $105.00 per night. Reservations will be  accepted starting this May 18th. phone 408-453-4000, fax 408-437-2898 toll free 1-800-222-TREE   http://www.doubletreesanjose.com  http://grandpacificdance.com/
    AUG 14-18 Grand Pacific Dance Championships,  San Jose California. A new dance event hosted by Billy Fajardo, Raul Ante and Debra Hampton. The Doubletree Hotel San Jose, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, Rooms will be available at the rate of $105.00 per night. Reservations will be  accepted starting this May 18th. phone 408-453-4000, fax 408-437-2898 toll free 1-800-222-TREE http://www.doubletreesanjose.com

    August 28 - September 1 New York Hustle Congress The 4th Annual hustle event in New York City. Hosted by Lori Brizzi This is a Hustle weekend with more social dance time then any other event. Featuring Jack & Jill competitions and more at the Hilton. 1800Hilton, mention SAL before rooms sell out. (516) 728 - 6101 Loribrizzi@aol.com  http://www.nyhustlecongress.com

    August 29 - Sept 1 Hudson Swing Affair
    Hyatt Regency, Jersey City on the Hudson, presented by John Festa. West Coast Swing Social Dance Event with instructors Ramiro Gonzalez, John Lindo, Mary Ann Nunez, Sylvia Sykes, Charlie Womble & Jackie McGee. Visit call 212 779 - 2700 http://www.HudsonSwingAffair.com

    Sept 12 - 14 Swing Niagara Dance Championships, Adam's Mark Hotel, 120 Church St., Buffalo, NY  14202 - (800) 444-2326 Special rate:  $110 per night, Confirmed  Staff:  Mario Robau Jr,  Angel & Debbie Figueroa, Mary Ann Nunez, Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox, Kyle Redd & Sarah Vann Drake, Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz, Bill Cameron, Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep,  Fred & Tina Price, Larry & Heidi Mongeau, Marc Levetin & Stephanie Brown,  Lindsay Edgerton,  Julie Epplett, Mike & Inge Evans, Antoinette Giancursio,  Alysia Bonvino, Barb & Joe Tomasulo,  http://www.swingniagara.com

    Oct 10 - 16 International Dance Cruise on the Queen Mary 2, Six day cruise, enjoy a complete dance program for ballroom enthusiasts. The largest grand ballroom at sea, Live Big band and DJ, 3 cocktail parties, 3 formal balls, dance workshops with championship instructors and demonstrations. Rates start at $1,499pp for details call 754-246-2874 http://www.BallroomCruise.com

    Oct 31 - Nov 2nd Swing City Chicago At the Westin Lombard Hotel in Chicago. The perfect spot for a Halloween weekend. Jack & Jill, Strictly Swing and DJ Challenge, plus a pro-show/Exhibition, Friday night Pizza Party and Saturday, late night buffet. Come join Maren, Jason Barnes, Erica Berg, Bill Cameron, Jason Miklic, Fred & Tina Price, Mario Robau Jr, Mike Topel for an incredible fun weekend of dancing. For more details and registration information visit: http://www.Swingcitychicago.com

    November 17th - 29th Mediterranean Dance Cruise A once in a life time event, on the Queen Victoria for 12 wonderful days starting in Athens and stops in Volos, Greece – Dikili, Istanbul, & Kusadasi Turkey, Port Said & Alexandria Egypt -  Valetta in Malta - Messina Naples and ending in Rome, Italy.  From about $2200 for the cruise, prior Cunard guests may get better rates. Call for lowest rates. This cruise is selling out fast.  25% of cruise fare due at cabin assignment & final payment due Aug.12, 2008.  All prices per person based on double occupancy & include special dance events open to our group only.  Call 215-855-2711 - info@blsdc.com for more information and a brochure.

    January 25 - February 1, 2009 Stardust Dance Cruise III 7 nights on Costa Cruise Line’s 5-Star Costa Fortuna, now accepting reservations, Departing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Sunday: Fort Lauderdale, Mon. - Key West, Tues.- Cozumel, Mexico, Wed. - at Sea,  Thurs. - Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Fri. - Grand Cayman Island, Saturday - At Sea, Sunday - back to Fort Lauderdale, http://www.stardustdancecruises.com/



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