Happy birthday wishes to Jesus Quinones, Kathy Brunni, Raye Avery, Annmarie Randazzo, Jenny Costa, James Stanford, Mary Poma Rosa, Asia Bautista, Heidi Groskreutz, Cindy Sherman, Jose' Gonzales, Barb Gandy and Rita Dowd,

We still miss her. Nan Bohrar was born this week and loved dance. She competed, performed and loved to help facilitate socials and events. R.I.P.

Here are some of the winners from the International DJ Convention that was held in Atlantic City NJ.
Best Artist, Lady Gaga; Best New Artist, Ke$ha; Best Song, OMG-Usher; Best Major Label, Interscope; Best Independent Label, Ultra; Best Video, California Gurls- Katy Perry; Best Dance Station, Sirius/XM BPM; Best Radio Station, WHTZ/Z100 New York; Best Internet Station, Energy 98; Best Label Executive, Ayelet Schiffman / Columbia; Best Promotion Executive, Frank Murray / Robbins; Best Mixshow DJ, Rich "The Riddler" Pangilinan.

At the New York Hustle Congress, world dance champion Lisa Nunziella will be launching her brand new book, hot off the press, "Breathe, Focus, Balance". Lisa will be on hand teaching workshops, judging and available to sign copies of her new book on Saturday, September 4th at 4PM.
Also at the NY Hustle Congress the team match rivalry competition is already heating up. The hustle grape vine says, get ready for some team surprises and mystery members??? Donna Boyle leads her troop, "Philly Freedom" up against former champions "Banga Langa" led by Roberto Pagan and Lisa Nunziella has assembled a new team "the Originators" and get ready for Donna DeSimone's "DanceXchange". Anything goes. You don't want to miss this one. www.nyhustlecongress.com

Check out the great images from Elisabeth Craner's birthday celebration at Michael's Cafe, courtesy of Fred. http://whatsnew.fredf.fotki.com/

Damon and Lisa D'Amico staged a Swing Mob at Memorial City Shopping Mall in Houston Texas. Over 100 dancers turned out to participate from Houston, Austin, Dallas and Louisiana to participate in the West Coast Swing surprise. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycGcnHW3FRI

The 10th Annual New York International Salsa Congress, along with Bobby Morales & Housemasons.com, invite you to the official Welcoming Party for the Inaugural Hustle Room @ the New York Hilton Labor Day Weekend. The festivities take place Thursday Sept. 2nd, 8pm-1am at the "Throwback Thursday" Classics party, hosted by resident DJ & Hustle Room Musical Director Bobby Morales, at The Water Taxi Beach @ South Street Seaport. It's a beautiful outdoor venue located behind the Seaport mall (top shopping & great restaurants) right on the East River and in the shadow of the iconic NYC landmark Brooklyn Bridge. Dance under the stars to a mix of Disco Classics, Classic House & Classic Salsa, mixed by Bobby and his special guest DJ's Elbin Reyes & Chino 3. Experience NYC's hottest weekly outdoor party with hundreds of your fellow music lovers!! FREE ADMISSION to all NYISC Weekend pass holders!! Just show your wristband at the door. $10 to the general public. It's the perfect start to an amazing weekend of Dancing.

Wednesday night Michael's Cafe rocks as we celebrate Barb Gandy's birthday. Come out for the complimentary hustle lesson at 8:30 with Donna Boyle. DJ Mark spins till 12:30 the best in hustle, swing and Latin. Located on Street Road in Bensalem, Pa. Next week the guest teacher is Andre' Phelps.

On August 30th, 'Dancing With The Stars' announces the cast for their 11th season. Rumors include Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino from the hit show "Jersey Shore", 'The Hills' star Audrina Patridge, singer Brandy Norwood, soccer great Landon Donovan and football pro Kurt Warner are some of the usual suspects.

Great news for DanceTalk readers. Tickets are now on sale for Dance for Hospice 2010. Visit the Web site at www.danceforhospice2010.com DanceTalk readers receive a 5% discount when ordering. Use the code DTRB to receive your 5% discount. Act now.

The World Hustle Dance Championships is returning to July in 2011. Diane K. Nardone is excited to host her event at the newly renovated Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center 2 Meadowlands Plaza - East Rutherford, NJ. Hold the date July 7 - 10, 2011.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Mickey B. and the Thanksgiving Disco Fever concert and dance contest. See all the details below. www.mickeyb.com

Ron

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