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Been wondering about this whole Cinco de Mayo thing?  Here's the scoop:  On May 5, 1862, the Mexicans defeated Napoleon's French Army's invasion of Mexico City, effectively ending any French expansionist activities in the America's including support of the Confederate Army in the Civil War. On that day the Mexicans changed history forever. This week was the SECOND EVER 05-05-05, and thus you have witnessed an event that only happens every 100 years.  Did you miss it?!  Well, come on out to our continued celebration at Vertigo tonight.  www.salsaboston.com/vertigo.

Also, I just recently installed a chatroom on the website, so you can now chat 24-7 with any online salseros.  Link in from the home page, or just surf to www.salsaboston.com/chat.  Note: It uses java, which your browser may ask you to install.

Friday, May 20, DJ Hernan presents the "Salsa Gala" at the beautiful Springstep dance center (Medford Square), featuring the "Boston Latin Band".  See mailbag for details.   Springstep is of course the site of this year's 5th Annual Boston Salsa Congress (TM), coming at you this September.  Tickets on sale now at www.salsaboston.com/store

Planning meetings are happening now for the 5th Annual Boston Salsa Congress (TM), Sept 16-18 at Springstep.  We meet every Monday at Green Street Grille, between 9pm and 1am, depending on people's scehedule.  Usually 10pm-11:30.  Just show up, or let us know you're coming.  We need volunteers in all kinds of areas.

Lastly, start making your plans for the  LA Congress!  End of May... latest update in the mailbag.

See you tonight at Vertigo!

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In this issue:
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Salsa Briefs:
- Vertigo Fridays, pictures, party continues!
- "Salsa For Gringos" Lesson, Fridays and Sundays
- Harbor cruises coming up--book your group parties now!

SalsaBoston Events:
- Salsa Night on Wednesdays at An Tua Nua
- Latin Fridays at VERTIGO

This Week's Mailbag


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Salsa Briefs
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Have you been down to Vertigo?  If you're a Vincent's or similar fan, or you used to be a regular at Sophias on weekends, or you're simply looking for variety from the hardcore Salsa format, you'll love this party! Check out the Vertigo Pix from last week: 
   www.salsaboston.com/gallery
RSVP for Latin Fridays at Vertigo, $5 off the cover.  Bud promos ongoing, ask the reps if they'll buy you a drink.
   www.salsaboston.com/vertigo  info
   www.salsaboston.com/vertigo/rsvp.cgi  RSVP for $5 off!


"Salsa for Gringos" Lesson resumes!  Two locations:
  -Fridays at Vertigo (Quincy Market/Downtown) 9-10pm www.salsaboston.com/vertigo
  -Sundays at Club Q (Fanueil Hall) 8:30-9:30p at Club Q  www.salsaboston.com/clubq If you have 2 left feet and have been frustrated, or simply haven't picked up this "salsa thing", come on out and we'll cure that for you!  Or if you have say a boyfriend who "can't dance", they usually have the best time.  Drag 'em in.  More about the lesson at:
   www.salsaboston.com/salsa4gringos


5th Annual Salsa Harbor Cruise Series!  Starts Sundays, mid-June.  Book your group reservations now!  Let your HR department know so they can plan a company outing. Season 5, every Sunday this summer starting mid-June.  We are currently scheduling corporate and group reservations, so let your people know.  Season tickets will go on sale in April.  www.salsaboston.com/cruise05  July 4th will be a cruise as well.  Call 617-513-9841 for info.



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SALSABOSTON EVENTS
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Salsa Night at An Tua Nua with SalsaBoston
every Wednesday
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Have you checked out our new home yet?!!  It's a great space and it's getting even better

835 Beacon St., 1 block outbound from Kenmore Square, near Fenway Park
SalsaBoston: (617) 513-9841
An Tua Nua: (617) 262-2121 (for directions only)
More details and directions: www.salsaboston.com/antuanua

7:45pm: Casino Rueda Lessons with Jam'Nastics, all levels
8:45pm: Salsa with Johnny and Kelly, beginner and intermediate NOTE!!! Classes start 15 minutes earlier now because we have to close at 1am.

10pm-1am: Salsa Dance with DJ Hernan and DJ D. Martinez

$10 cover, $12 with lessons, 21+
Call 617-513-9841 for details about Salsa Night
For a discount coupon, visit the website.

An Tua Nua is a great contemporary Irish bar & grill on Beacon Street just outside of Kenmore Square (only about 3 blocks from Sophia's).  In the back they have a dance club about the same size as the upstairs at Sophia's, with a sizable dance floor that holds about 150 people, a bar, and plenty of lounge seating. 

Close to the green line (St. Mary's on the C train), plenty of street and lot parking.

Irish/America/Bar food available until 10pm.  I have eaten there, it is tasty and modestly priced.

Note: they have Karaoke with my man Kev MacDaddy in the front portion of the bar when you walk in, but don't let that scare you... Salsa is in the back room!  Full Bar.  Please check your coat.

More info and directions: www.salsaboston.com/antuanua


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Latin Fridays at Vertigo
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Boston Hottest new Friday Night Latin Scene!

with "DJ Guy" of Sophia's spinning the best of Latin music
- Salsa
- Merengue
- Bachata
- Reggaeton
- Latin House
- and more

126 State St. Downtown Boston
(adjacent to Quincy Market, 1 Block from the clock tower)

Two Levels:  Lounge and Dance Club

Hosted by SalsaBoston.com
Every Friday, 9pm-2am
21+, $10 cover
"Salsa for Gringos" Dance Lesson at 9:00pm

MBTA Accessible
 - Aquarium or State on the Blue Line
 - State on the Orange Line
 - Govt. Center on the Green Line
PARKING: $10 Validated at 75 State St. Garage (entrance on Broad St.) Valet Available

www.salsaboston.com/vertigo
More info: 617-513-9841
En Espanol: 617-290-5917


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 This Week's Mailbag
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1) Havana Club Update
2) Salsa night in Brockton, Sundays
3) Gala Salsa!  Party at Springstep with Boston Latin Band, May 20
4) 'ESPADA ORCHESTRA  in Providence Friday at La Cabana

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1)

Dear Friends,

Another week; another great night of salsa dancing. Last Friday over 300 people partied it up Havana Club style, and this week a special
performance by Jam'nastics will be a treat that you won't want to miss.

And it is my pleasure to announce... Havana Night: Thursdays at Mantra! Mantra, the most gorgeous room in Boston, will be our playground for a unique upscale, international cocktail party with authentic Latin music
and dancers. Opens May 19th! Details below!

Friday Night Salsa    *****May 6th, 2005*****
Greek Club, 2nd Floor Ballroom
288 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge
Parking garage next door ($1/hr)
One block from Public Transport on Mass Ave

8:30-9:30 Beginner & Intermediate Rueda Lessons w/ MIT Rueda Group 9:30-10:30 Beginner & Intermediate Salsa Lessons w/ Salsa y Control Salsa Dance Party: 10:30pm - 2am w/ DJs Cuban Jeff and D. Martinez
21+    (18+ with college ID)
$12 cover (includes lessons and dance party).  No partner required. Dress Code: from funky casual to simply elegant to smart casual

    ******Special Performance by Jam'nastics' Dance Company******


-- Havana Night:  Thursdays at Mantra (Opens May 19th)

It is my pleasure to announce... Havana Night: Thursdays at Mantra!

Mantra, the most gorgeous room in Boston, will be our playground for a unique upscale, international cocktail party with authentic Latin music
and dancers.

Mantra, located at 52 Temple Place in Boston, has a beautiful split level space - even larger than the Greek Club - with marble floors and walls, a
soaring 30-foot high ceiling, plush sofas and lounge areas, club lighting, a state-of-the-art sound system, capacity for 300 (increases to 500 in June)
and a lavish full bar serving both creative and classic cocktails.

>From 11pm-2am every Thursday, DJ D. Martinez will be the resident
DJ spinning music for our Latin Lounge: a mix of Latin and Latin House.
Weekly guest DJs will layer in Brazilian (and perhaps other) beats.
Special live performances will spice things up. And Havana Club's
Salsa, Latin and Samba Dancers will keep the party jumping.

Please note: This is not a salsa dance party, and there will be no lesson.
The goal here is to satisfy the request of Mantra, who have asked me
to create a night that sets a new standard for a cool, classy Latin club night.

I am excited about this opportunity. As recently as several months
ago, Mantra had Boston's biggest, hottest Thursday night dance party!

So... everybody: Mark your calendar, tell your night clubbing friends, forward these emails, let's get this party started right on the 19th, and
let's do it for a good, long time.

Havana Night: Thursdays at Mantra (Opens May 19th)
52 Temple Place, Boston
One block from Park Street on the Red Line, in between Tremont and Washington 11pm-2am. 21+. $15. Fashionable Dress (no ripped jeans, t-shirts,
sneakers, ball caps, sportswear, etc.)

http://www.HavanaClubSalsa.com/Havana_Night_Thursdays.shtml


-- Mambo Mondays rock
Mambo Mondays is a relaxed, chill night for salsa beginners to become
comfortable with the basics of rhythm, style, steps, connection, and
space control.

Also, Salsa y Control's Andres Giraldo now teaches the beginner
classes at Mambo Monday.  Andres is a tremendously talented,
patient instructor who has helped thousands of people find their
salsa groove. 

Mambo Mondays
Green Street Grill, 280 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge
9:30-10:15pm: Beginner Salsa Lesson w/ Andres Giraldo
Salsa Dance Party: 10:00-1am  w/ DJ Jeff & DJ Sonerito
18+  (21 to drink alcohol);   $8 cover ($10 w/ lesson)

As always, we want to continually improve our events so if you have
a suggestion, please send me a note.  

Finally, please send this email along to friends, groups, and relevant
lists, and share this great, big, fun night with other cool people!

Sincerely,
Jeff

For more info, and to see videos and photos of Havana Club in action, visit:
http://www.HavanaClubSalsa.com

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2)
Every Sunday Night

Salsa Picante con Ritmo Latino
Joe Angelo's
11 Crescent Street
Brockton, MA
21+ ($7.00 gent/$5.00 ladies)
Salsa Classes 8:30 - 9:30  with Charlene  Dancing 'till 1a.m.


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3)
What a way to start the SUMMER !!

Latin Fiesta with Hector Cuevas and The Boston Latin Band FRIDAY May 20th at SpringStep

DJ hernan in association with Moises Salazar present
and Elegant and Fun Evening with Boston's Hottest Band.
Hector Cuevas and the Boston Latin Band.

You have seen them at last year's congress and they were
terrific. We do not have many options for Live Salsa music
in Boston and this is and event that you should not miss.

This Elegant evening will be held at the SpringStep Ballroom in Medford. Sooooo... Mark this Date Friday May 20th  9-2a

Dress to impress.

21+ to drink, 18+ to dance.

DJ Hernan will keep the night going to the music you like.

Hernan Choque

Tickets at www.salsaboston.com/store


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4)
TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!!!!
                          'ESPADA ORCHESTRA      
                             featuring

                          MARCO OCASSIO

                               AT
                           LA CABANA NIGHTCLUB

                      141 RESERVOIR AVENUE, LINCOLN,R.I.
                     7 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN PROVIDENCE

     Take rt.95 to exit 25, Smithfield Avenue Exit, at end of exit   (Chelos Restaurant will be on the left) take a right..stay right on Smithfield Avenue (cemetary will be on your right)Go through 2 sets of lights..1st set is Mineral Spring Avenue and the 2nd is Weeden Street(CVS on right) pull in parking lot at CVS, and La Cabana is in the rear...USE THE SIDE DOOR TO THE CLUB... DOWNSTAIRS!!

                       THIS FRIDAY..MAY 6TH

                         'ORCHESTRA ESPADA'

              DO NOT MISS THIS SPECTACULAR GROUP!!!!!

1. Dance lesson with Alan at 9:00-9:30 pm
2. Great music by DJ GATO, between sets
3. Salsa contest at 11:30 pm
4. DANCING TILL 1;00AM TO ORCHESTRA ESPADA
5. Entire evening will be covered by CHANNEL 6, ABC-TV
6. Total cost of the evening....$12.00 at the door
Please come and enjoy the evening with us.


Jeannie Oki
Strictly Salsa Productions