Happy birthday wishes Jeff Snow, Anthony Lisotta, Glen Miller, Donnie Sheilds, Tony Genova, Ron Troy and Stephanie Risser.

An original member of the legendary band, the Temptations, Eddie Kendricks went solo and left us with many hits including "Date With The Rain". He passed away this day 17 years ago.

The Holiday Spectacular was spectacular. Thank you to all those who joined us. Special thanks to Donna Boyle, David Muzii, Frank Mozzarella and Diane Weinberg. Read all the details below.

Wishing a speedy recovery to West Coast Swing dance champion Jordan Frisbee. He just underwent complicated knee surgery. Tatiana Mollmann, his partner reports that he is doing well and will be able to start teaching again soon. We look forward to seeing him back on the hard floor soon.

Lots of birthdays to celebrate at Michael's Cafe next week, December 23rd. Everyone's favorite bar tender Gail and Joanne "the fox" Piazza, next week at the pre Christmas party at Michael's Cafe.

The finals were held for the $10,000. Long Island dance contest. The four couples competed for $5000 in cash and prizes. The cash payout was $2000, $1000, and $500. This event was sponsored by: NJ Salsa Congress (njisc.com), Sambuca Nightclub (clubsambuca.com), Jose's Latin Dance Studio (dancingwithjose.com) and Rhythmology (rhythmology.us). The 1st place winners were Eli & Yen, 2nd place was David Paris & Zoe, 3rd place went to Adreana & Orlando and in 4th place was Teresa & Elvis.

Two time winner on Dancing With The Stars, Julianne Hough, is currently filming 'Burlesque' for the big screen, (along with Christina Aguilera and Cher) and settling in for the next few months to lay down tracks with producer Dann Huff for her second country album, which is due out next summer.

This week marks the grand finals for this seasons "So You Think You Can Dance". The last competition starts on Tuesday night and the result show will be aired on Wednesday on the Fox network.

This week Michael's Cafe has guest dance teacher Stephanie Risser, the reigning Hustle champion.
Get there at 8:30PM for the free lesson. DJ Mark spins until 12:45AM with the best new music and classic hustle, Swing and Latin dance music. No cover charge, free parking. Located on Street Road in Bensalem,
Next weeks guest teacher is Brian "the King" Gallagher. Spread the word.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by "Dance With Champions" the ultimate holiday gift of dance. It takes place from January 24th to the 31st, 2010. What a way to start off the New Year. An all inclusive week in Port St. Lucie, Florida - part of the Club Med Sandpiper Village. For all the details go to www.ClubMed.US/theme-weeks 1-800-richnik

Make it a great week,

Ron

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"My business is not to remake myself, but to make the absolute best of what God made."

- Robert Browning, poet

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Dec 16 -  Wed --- DANCE - Matty T's Commack Road, Commack every Wed for West Coast Swing. Open dancing at 7PM - 631 979-0713 by Ellen

Dec 17 , Thurs --- DANCE - NY - LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE'S - ! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, 11590 - NY - with MamboLoco Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE - 7:30PM to 11:30PM -  HUSTLE LESSON @ 7:30PM.  516-819-9016 Adm.$14 - Adm. $10 after 9:30pm.

Dec 21 - Mon - November's Groups - wk 2 of 4 - Mark James Instructor - $32 for
  month/class - now upstairs - 20+ people in each class last  
  week - COME ON DOWN
  Dec 7, 14, 21, 28 - Mon - Group Classes
  Best Deal = 4 wks = $32 
  $11 per class 102 E Main St, Bay Shore, LI, NY
  - 7 pm - WEST COAST SWING - Adv Beg/Int'm
  - 8pm - CLUB SALSA - BACK IN HAUPPAUGE - 180 Commence Dr
 - Singles & Couples Welcome
 - No Partner Needed - Call 516- 835-9996 - Ultimate Groups

Dec 22, Tues - NY - Groups George Maderski -- Groups, Call for updated group info - time ??. -- Argentine Tango (Beg/Int) - Time ?? .Fox Trot (Interm/Adv) -Rhythms and Soul Dance Studio, 16 Wolcott Rd, Levittown, N.Y. 11756 -8 lessons for only $80. Any 4 lessons for only $60 (Paid in advance) Otherwise, $20 each. For more info: contact Gmaderski@aol.com

Dec 22, Tues - NY - HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY -  Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Info contact 631-744-7777 or  www.LIDance.org

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Dec 31, Thurs  --New Years Eve DANCE -- Mc Dance -@ Beautiful Wantagh Jewish Center -  - Show by Mark James & Karen Lupo - 3710 Woodbine Ave Long Island - Call Mark for info - 516-835-9996 - Reduced rate till Dec 10 - Call Mark - $79 - Click Here
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Jan 9, Sat - Wantagh - DANCE @ The Dance Zone

 DANCE  - Enjoy an evening of Latin Ballroom - Hustle 
- WCS Dance music - with Mark James & Karen Lupo
- 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
- $15p/p - Dance Zone Page Click Here