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Tonight!  The basement lounge at Sophia's opens up for Salsa starting at 9pm, so all you early risers, here's  your chance to get your Salsa Fix early on!  Upstairs will be happening as usual, with all the lessons (8pm Casino Rueda, 9pm, Salsa) and dancing starting around 10:15.  Scroll down for more details about Sophia's, or online at http://www.salsaboston.com/sophias

  Help us pack the house to get this great Double Duty Salsa Party going!

Also, later this week we will be sending out a final announcement and some travel planning details for the West Coast/LA Salsa Congress, the biggest Salsa event in the world!  Most of Boston's performance groups and many other dancers will be attending!  It's a 5 day long party, with over 5000 dancers, a huge performance tent with 100's of performances, tons of workshops, dancing all the time!  Memorial Day weekend, the end of this month.  Stay tuned.

-- If you're looking for hotel roommates, contact me and I will match people up.--

This issue:
- This week
- Salsaboston's events
   Saturday: Noche de Salsa at BCCA
   Wednesday: Sophia's Salsa Night, now with Casino Rueda
   Thursday: "Salsa for Gringos!"
- Sponsor News
- This Week's Mailbag


Highlights:
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Friday: Ritmo con Calor at BCCA, benefit for JAM'NASTICS with Havana Club!  See mailbag for details.

Also, next Friday, Benefit for Salsa Y Control at BCCA! Also in the mailbag

And tonight of course, Two Salsa Floors at Sophia's, this and every week here on out!



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 Noche de Salsa @ BCCA
 Saturdays!
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If you haven't heard, it's a whole new concept and it will feature all of BCCA's fabulous instructors dancing there each week and giving the lessons.  In other words, you can expect to see JAM'NASTICS, Hacha Y Machete, Salsa Y Control (with Johnny and Kelly), and SALSAlort there on a regular basis with many of their students and dance company members. Lessons are month by month, so you can develop a sense of continuity with each instructor.

The lessons schedule:
   February: JAM'NASTICS
   March:    Johnny and Kelly (Salsa Y Control)
   April:    Hacha Y Machete (tentatively)
   May:      SALSAlort (tentatively)

*** Noche de la Salsa, @ the BCCA ***
  Saturdays
  BCCA  14 Green Street, Brookline (Coolidge Corner)
  9:30-10:30 Salsa lessons, all levels, no partner needed.
  10:30-2am, dancing, upstairs with DJ's D. Martinez and Hernan,
           and periodic guest DJ's
ALL AGES
www.salsaboston.com/bcca

Q: Why all this?

A: Well, we have been listening to the feedback from many people for the last 8 months since the BCCA opened, and observed what people want and like, and we came up with this format to put together Boston's ONLY Saturday Salsa Night, and not only that, in a spacious facility with Boston's best dance floors and without all the nightclub hassle.  This is truly an event "by Salseros for Salseros".

Q: Will there be people there?

A: Absolutely!  This night is being put together by four dance companies, two DJ's, SalsaBoston, the BCCA, and many friends.  We intend that this will be the premier Salsa Night on a weekend in Boston with a full house every week!

Q: Where can I find more info about the night, parking, lessons, etc.?

A: Several places:
- Scroll down to the Mailbag item 1 for more reopening info
- Check out www.salsaboston.com/bcca
- Check out the BCCA website www.bccaonline.com
- Call Olaf at 617-513-9841 to make group reservations and if you have specific
   questions.
- Call BCCA at 617-738-2800 for general information about BCCA, classes, workshops, sponsorship and contributions, and studio rentals for private parties and workshops.

Q: Is there alcohol?

A: No, not at present due to licensing.  However, we don't intend to let that detract from the party, as past experience has shown!  Furthermore that allows the night to be open to all ages, particularly the college people who are left out in the dark by the nightclubs.  BCCA is in the process of seeking a liquor license so that patrons may enjoy some drinks, but this is a long and involved process.  Juice, soda, and water are available, as well as some snacks.  If there is demand, we will be looking into light food service like pizza slices and empanadas, etc.


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More Salsa at BCCA!
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In addition to Saturday nights, check out what else is going on Salsa-wise at the BCCA:

- Friday Fiestas with Havana Club, Fridays, 9:30-1:30am
- Saturday Salsa Socials with Havana Club, 1-4:15pm Saturdays
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Havana Club Presents Salsa @ BCCA:

Friday Fiestas
Beginner and Intermediate lessons 9:30-10:30pm,
taught by Salsa y Control's Johnny and Andres Giraldo.
Dance 10:30-1:30am.
Admission is $10; $12 with lesson.

Saturday Socials
Beginner lesson 1-2pm. Dance 2-4:15pm.
Admission is $5; $10 with lesson.

BCCA  14 Green Street, Brookline (Coolidge Corner)
For directions to the BCCA:
http://www.bccaonline.com/directions.html   617-738-2800
All ages welcome.


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LA SALSA CONGRESS
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Some people have been asking about the LA Congress at the end of May, which has been well attended by Boston Salseros in the past few years. Ticket prices go up again at the end of January.  Through Jan.31, event passes are only $300, and rooms are $95.  Evening only passes are also available.
  General info: http://alberttorresevents.com/congress/2004/
  Registration form:

http://www.alberttorresevents.com/congress/reg/regform/registration_LA04
.pdf
  Be sure to write "SalsaBoston" in the "referred by" section for
  their attendence records!



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    SalsaBoston.com presents
    Salsa Night at Sophia's
       Every Wednesday
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"Boston's original all Salsa, 'by Salseros for Salseros' hotspot!"

  ALERT!!!
  Boston's first All Salsa club night is now Boston's first
  TWO FLOORS All Salsa club night!
  2 DJ's, 2 Floors, 2 Lessons, Twice the fun!

1270 Boylston St., Boston
(near Kenmore Sq. and Fenway Park)

Every Wed:
7:45-9:00
NEW!  Casino Rueda classes with JAM'NASTICS 7:45-9:15, introductory and intermediate.  Details: www.salsaboston.com/sophias/rueda.html or scroll down a bit

9:00-10:00
Following that, Salsa Lessons with Johnny and Kelly at 9:15, beginnner and intermediate, no partner necessary.

NEW NEW NEW!  Starting at 9pm, the basement lounge will be open for dancing with a second DJ!  So if you are an early riser, here's your chance!

10:00-2am
Salsa until 2am!  Featuring each Wed. each month:
1st    DJ Nik
2nd    DJ Antonio Ortiz
3rd    DJ D. Martinez
4th    DJ Hernan
5th    Guest (when there is a 5th Wed.)
21+ Proper ID and Dress
$10 Cover, $2 extra for lesson (i.e. $12 before 9pm, $10 after) http://salsaboston.com/sophias

PROPER DRESS REQUIRED, no tshirts, jeans, caps

Salsa Night at Sophia's new includes a Casino Rueda class from 7:45 to 9:00, as part of the night.  We're doing this because Casino Rueda is a blast and we don't see much of it around here. In other words, we want to get it going in this area!  The lessons will be taught by members of JAM'NASTICS.  There will be an introductory lesson concurrent with an ongoing intermediate level class. If you've never done Casino Rueda but know basic Salsa, take the introductory class once or twice and graduate up to the intermediate level.  If you've never danced Salsa at all, Johnny and Kelly's regular Salsa class will of course still be happening as usual from 9:00-10:00.  $12 covers you for the whole night ($10 after 10:00).  If you're an expert and don't plan to take Johnny and Kelly's class, you will have an hour inbetween to practice, have a drink, or get a bite to eat downstairs.

If you've never heard of Casino Rueda, it's an "exhilarating" dance that comes from Cuba via Miami, that can best be described as "Salsa meets square dancing", or "sychronized Salsa".  It's a group Salsa dance, with partners in a circle, there's a caller and and a bunch of moves that everyone knows.  As the dance progresses, everyone does the same moves together, often trading partners as part of it.  The whole thing is a blast!  If you ever danced in Miami, it's extremely popular down there.

More details will be posted in www.salsaboston.com/sophias/rueda.html,
with a video clip as well.


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    SalsaBoston.com presents
    "Salsa Salsa for Gringos"
    A dance lesson for... Um....
      "Beginners!"
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Thursday night at Sophia's
9pm-10:25

A lesson designed for true beginners, ESPECIALLY those with two left feet. Learn basic dance fundamentals in addition to Salsa basics.  Taught by Yours truly (Olaf), who was once in your shoes!  We have a good time!

Don't be late!  The first five minutes are the MOST IMPORTANT! Drinks and Tapas at Sophia's 4 star restaurant, 6-9. Come early and have a drink and a bite to eat, makes the lesson more fun!

For group reservations call 617-351-7001 and mention SalsaBoston.

http://www.salsaboston.com/salsa4gringos/


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Sponsor News:
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Sangria & Salsa is HOT - Red Hot!
Every Friday, salsa your way over to the best social party in town. Our professional dance teacher Rix brings years of experience offering beginner and advanced Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. The fun starts at 7:30pm and NO partner necessary! Optional salsa lessons begin at 8:00pm (8-9 Beginner 9-10 Intermediate) Bring your friends, sip sangria and get ready to salsa all night long. THIS EVENT IS GREAT FOR GROUPS, BACHELOR-ETTE PARTIES, SINGLES or COUPLES ON A DATE.

http://www.bostoneventguide.com/ss.htm




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 This Week's Mailbag
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1) Havana Club Update
2) Hips on Fire update
3) Greg Coles: Party benefitting Romanian orphans this Sat. in Marblehead
4) Ritmo Con Calor, benefit at BCCA for Jamnastics this Friday
5) Salsahappens update, Providence
6) Woonsocket Puerto Rican Festival, May 29
7) Salsa y Control Benefit at BCCA, Friday May 21
8) Pabon at UMASS, Thursday
9) Noche Latina Update, new classes at Studio 665

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1) (From Havana Club)
 I am pleased to remind you that Juliana Melo's Samba Sundays
is open at the Green Street Grill! Samba
de Gafieira is a beautiful dance which has the elegance and sensuality of
Tango and dance steps that are similar to salsa. The format will be similar to
Mondays, a cool and classy evening with a class followed by a fun night
of dancing.

   And this week at Friday's Fiesta, and for the next 3 weeks, we will
be upstairs at the BCCA. The all-stars from Salsa y Control will do
the salsa lessons. And Ivan and Sylvie's rueda lessons will take place
right after the salsa lessons.

   Next week at Friday's Fiesta, we will host Ritmo con Calor, a benefit
for Jamnastics. Jamnastics will run salsa lessons from 9:30-10:30, and at the
party there will be an all-star rotation of DJs including The Brothers Giraldo, DJ
Engels!, and DJ Walter. Most of you know that Jamnastics benefits are great
parties, which regularly have 150-200 great people dancing the night away. What
many do not know is that Jamnstics is a tremendous non-profit organization that
provides youth dance scholarships and works hard to make a real difference in the
community. Also, many of Boston's fabulous salsa artists - Johnny Giraldo, Ana
Tinajero Massicot, Javier Salort, Sammy Lopez, Michael Goldstein etc. -  are alumni
of the Jamnastics Dance Company!

   And the following Friday, May 21st, Salsa y Control will run its special
bi-montly benefit!  Stay tuned for details next week!
http://www.salsaycontrol.com/


   Saturday KidsDay is changing.... the format is being re-worked and for now we
will, weather permitting, be hosting an informal gathering at the JFK Fountains area
in the JFK Park on Memorial Drive in Cambridge. Inspired by April Genovese,
who ran a salsa gathering there a couple of years ago, the idea is to have people bring
blankets, frisbees, nerf and real footballs, and their dancing shoes.... Juliana and I will
teach a free class for kids from 2-3pm, and everyone (all ages) is encouraged todance
afterward. With spring in the air, it is time for Boston to showcase its salsa art to the
community.

  
Havana Club events this week:

   Friday Fiesta
   Beg. and Int. Salsa lessons w. Salsa y Control 9:30-10:30pm
   Beginner and Intermediate Rueda lessons 10:30-11:30pm
   Dance 10:30-1:30am. All ages.  Admission is $10; $12 w. lesson.
   BCCA, 14 Green Street, Coolidge Corner, Brookline

   Juliana Melo's Samba Sunday!
   Beginner Samba de Gafieira lesson 9:30-10:15pm
   Dance 10:15-1am. Admission is $8; $10 with lesson. Ages: 21+
   Green Street Grill, 280 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge

   Mambo Monday
   Beg Salsa lesson 9:30-10:15pm. Beg Rueda lesson 10:30-11:30pm
   Dance 10:00-1am. Admission is $8; $10 with lesson. Ages: 21+
   Green Street Grill, 280 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge



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2) From Hips on Fire
>> - New Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Salsa course starts this Thursday May 13th.  Spread the word...

We are starting a NEW COURSE
this Thursday May 13th
from 8:30pm  9:30pm.
VFW
299 Green st
Central Sq, Cambridge

This course is going to be a continuation of the beginner course. We will teach Intermediate moves, breaking down all the moves at a slower pace, so that those that just finished the beginner course can prepare to join our intermediate course, and for those that want to review with more detail some of the steps and for those that want more practice and master better the moves. And for those that think that Thursday is just a better day!!
Note: Wednesday becomes our Intermediate to Advance Salsa class.

>> This Thursday Workshop: Bolero and Cumbia. at 7:30pm. Note the time change!
We are selling Rueda de Bachata T-shirts to support the Hips On Fire Team in their trip to LA!
Thursday 7:30pm- 8:30pm (due to the Performance at UMass, we will have to start a little late)
VFW
299 Green st, Cambridge


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3)
From Greg Coles

We will be having a fundraiser for Romanian orphans on May 15, a Saturday from 8 until.  How cool is that?  A friend asked that we do a fundraiser for orphans; and, since she asked for a salsa party, we said, "ABSOLUTELY!!!".

Please know and let your friends know that we need your support this time and welcome you to a first rate salsa party at Tuscanino (catered with Champaign, etc.) that should be a time to remember.

Thanks for passing the word along.

Best Regards,
Greg

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4)
May 14-15
Ritmo Con Calor Benefit Latin Party
Performances by Salsa Encendida and Comenzar De Nuevo!
Additional Performances by the Brazilian Community (Andre & Kirlly) and Boston Youth
Ritmo Con Calor Benefit Workshops
Workshops are taught by Hacha Y Machete, JAM'NASTICS Inc and Masacote Entertainment!

Scheduled Workshops: Dips & Stunts, Footwork & Styling, Partnering Challenge and Spinning & Techniques!

Get the All Day Ritmo Package for a very discounted price! Take the all day workshops and receive free entrance to the Latin Party Or take at least one workshop and get $5 off the party ticket!
Don't forget to make your order by Thursday, May 13th and get an addional $5 off any purchase.
Let the Salsa Begin...
For more information, please visit http://www.jamnastics.org/Latin/RitmoConCalor.html

Or purchase tickets from one of these two offices:

JAM'NASTICS OFFICE
199 Columbia St
www.jamnastics.org
617-354-5780
Cambridge

BCCA
www.bccaonline.com
14 Green St
Brookline, MA
617-738-2800


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5)
Happy Spring, Salsa Lovers!

Our next salsa session starts TOMORROW, Wed, May 12:

5 WEDNESDAYS
May 12 through June 16 (no class on May 26th)

FREE Warm-Up & Practice Time 5:45-6:15 pm
Intro to Salsa: NY Style & "on 1" 6:15-7:30 pm
Continuing NY Style (aka "on 2") 7:45-8:45 pm
Continuing Salsa (aka "on 1") 9-10 pm

PRICE:
5-week session: $50
Registration in second class for the same session: $40
Drop in per class $12; If registered in another class: $8
HALF PRICE to repeat/review Intro to Salsa class: $25 (available to those who have previously registered in and completed the Intro to Salsa Class)

WHERE: Providence Tango Dance Studio (1 block fr McCoy Stad)
99 South Bend St, Pawtucket, RI
DIRECTIONS: www.providencetango.com
MOR INFO ON CLASSES: www.salsahappens.com

Please note that the before-class warm-up time now starts at 5:45

For more info visit www.salsahappens.com.



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6)
~~ WOONSOCKET FIESTAS 2004 ~~
A PUERTO RICAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
STADIUM THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
MONUMENT SQUARE MAIN STREET WOONSOCKET, RI

MAY 29, 2004
STARTING TIME 7:PM
TROPICAL1240AM.COM (401)766-5019/301-3506

FOR TICKET INFORMATION
E-MAIL:STADIUMPAC@AOL.COM (401)762-4545
WEBSITE: STADIUMTHEATRE.COM

A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE KING OF SALSA
~~FRANKIE RUIZ ~~

~~VITI RUIZ~~
BROTHER OF FRANKIE RUIZ WILL BE PERFORMING
FRANKIE RUIZ  GREATEST HITS.

~~ PAQUITO ACOSTA ~~ EL RAMANTICO DE LA SALSA
SOLO PERFORMER KNOWN FOR BEING A PART OF
TOMMY OLIVENCIA’S VOCALIST

~~ LUIS RAFAEL  ~~ EL MISMO ~~ WILLY RIZO ~~ SI TU TE VAS
~~ CANDELA PURA ~~ ENCENDIENDO EL PISO ~~
~~ MICKY ~~ EL GALLO DE LA BACHATA IDENTIFICATE!

ANNOUNCING THE SECOND WOONSOCKET FIESTAS PATRONALES IN
THE CITY OF WOONSOCKET 2004


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7)
    Save the Date:  FRIDAY, MAY 21ST 2004

SALSA Y CONTROL PRESENTS
Boston goes to L.A Sneak Preview
      <<<<SALSA BASH>>>>

Brookline Community Center for the Arts
BCCA 14 Green St. Brookline near Coolidge Corner T stop
Lesson 9:00pm – 10:00pm
Social Dancing till 1:00am
Performances @ 11:00pm by dance companies representing Boston at the upcoming L.A Salsa Congress on Memorial Day weekend. One of the biggest salsa events in the WORLD!!!
     
     ANA & JOEL MASSICOT * HACHA Y MACHETE * HIPS ON FIRE *
     MELAZA DANCERS * SHANGOSOUL * SALSA Y CONTROL *

Music by special guest: DJ GANGSTA HERNAN!!!
Plus many more surprises!
***Admission $15 *** All Ages Welcome ***
Info: 617-312-6464 or 508-951-1298 or www.salsaycontrol.com

Lets Do This...Boston Style!!!

Note: Please park in non-residential, metered spots and metered parking lots only.


  ******Monthly Workshop Series: SATURDAY, MAY 22ND 2004****

  SALSA Y CONTROL PRESENTS….
           ***TRICKS, DIPS, AND SLEEK MOVES REVEALED***

From the more simple but alluring moves to the more challenging but doable tricks and dips, this two-hour session will teach you the moves that will help you shine on stage or on the dance floor. In this workshop we will provide you with the proper technique on how to execute some of the moves you thought you would never be able to do. Expand you repertoire of moves, tricks, and dips in a fun and safe way and add some more SABOR to your SALSA!

BCCA 14 Green St. Brookline near Coolidge Corner T stop
Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Price: $20
Level: Intermediate/Advance
Info: 617-312-6464 or 508-951-1298 or www.salsaycontrol.com

Also check the website for regular class schedules with Johnny or Andres.

Que Viva la Salsa!
Salsa y Control Dance Company


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8)
HI salsera and salseros
salsa party at umass college new campus center in dorchester morrisey blvd performing....Edwin Pabon and orchestra the salsa mix dance company
Ana and joel and masacote entertainment and special guest Hips on fire and
more...date thursday may 13  6pm to 10pm for more in 617-868-1232 or
www.pabonelsalsero.com

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9) (from Noche Latina)
CLASSES AT STUDIO 665 IN WOBURN

 We have added a new location to our weeks of salsa dancing!  On Friday evenings, starting April 30th, we will be teaching a beginner/intermediate class from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.  We hope to add on an advanced class in the future!

Please visit their website for directions to this location at www.studio665.com


TUESDAYS:
at Union St. Restaurant in Newton Center

Beginner, Level 1:           6:45pm to 7:45pm
Advanced Beg, Level 2:   6:45pm to 7:45pm
Advanced, Level 3:          8pm to 9pm
$10 for each class that you participate in, class price includes admission to salsa night.
No partner necessary! Noche Latina dance company members will be there to help during the classes.

Salsa Night starts 9pm with DJ Ali playing a great mix of latin music. $4 cover if you did not attend the class. For those of you who have never been to Union St, the offer a great food and a full bar. It's a comfortable atmosphere and everyone has a great attitude! We hope to see you there!

FRIDAYS:  STARTING APRIL 30TH!!!
at Studio 665 in Woburn, Ma

Beginner, Level 1:        7:30pm to 8:30pm
Intermediate, Level 2:  7:30pm to 8:30pm

We will have open dancing after the classes for you to dance with other students, practice new moves and have some fun!


Thank you!

Deb Stroiney
Marketing Director
Noche Latina Dance Company



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