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Well, to start, the Salsa party continues tonight at An Tua Nua!  I hope you have some left after New Years, because about 170 salseros showed up last Wednesday and rocked the house!  Check it out tonight: www.salsaboston.com/antuanua

A New Thursday!  North Shore:  Fellow Salsero Greg Coles has opened a new Thursday night at Strega Restaurant in Salem.  See mailbag for those details.

Also, our highly anticipate upcoming Saturday Salsa night plans downtown are, grumble, delayed a couple weeks due to renovation scheduling, so we're looking at Feb. 4 for that grand opening right now.  Also, Feb. 11 we'll be throwing the Valentine's Salsa Party with music & party meister Senor Edwin Pabon either there or at the Hyatt, TBA!  Mark your calendar.

Next Saturday in the meantime, Jan. 14th, is the benefit party for Masacote's musical ventures at Spontaneous Celebrations.  See mailbag for details.  There is a raffle for an all expense paid cruise going on, so don't miss making a donation with a perk.

Also, Salsero and Gentlemen Ceasar Villalobos' highly acclaimed Peruvian band "Inca Son" is presenting their anniversary concert this Saturday.  See mailbag.

Okay, that's all for now.  May everyone's 2006 kickoff be exceptionally merry and clave-filled!  See you tonight.

Humbly,
-Olaf



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In this issue:
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>> Salsa Briefs:
- For the casual: salsa at Masa, Thursdays
- Congress DVD's for sale

>> SalsaBoston Events:
- Salsa Night on Wednesdays at An Tua Nua
- Salsa Cruises--book your 2006 groups now

>> Rueda de Casino in Boston

>> This Week's Mailbag (see below)


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Salsa Briefs:
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* Have you checked out Masa?  If you're up for a casual night and some dining and an upscale bar, this place is cool on Thursdays.  Casual lesson around 10pm, a mix of music, no cover.  439 Trement St, South End, Boston

* If you missed the Congress or if you enjoyed it but didn't make it to the congress shop, the DVD will be out by mid November at the latest and probably sooner, and also Congress embroidered shirts (mens and ladies), caps, and hand towels are available.  We still have a lot of things to pay for this year, so every purchase helps out.  Shirts and the video are $20 each, and the caps and towels $10.  Buy any two and you get $5 off, so the video and a shirt would be $35. www.salsaboston.com/congress/shop

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SALSABOSTON EVENTS
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Salsa Night at An Tua Nua with SalsaBoston
every Wednesday
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Boston's original "All Salsa by Salseros for Salseros" party, over 5 years running!

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

8:00pm: Casino Rueda Lessons with Jam'Nastics, all levels
9:00pm: Salsa with Johnny and Kelly, beginner and intermediate

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

$10 cover, $2 per lesson additional, 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, Fenway on the D, Kenmore on the B), plenty of street and lot parking.

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

Note: they have Karaoke with my man Kev-Mac Daddy 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, discounts, and directions: www.salsaboston.com/antuanua



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Boston Harbor Salsa Cruises, each summer
Book your corporate and group parties now
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Interested in a fun corporate outing?  Inquire now about 2006 groups and private charters.  Learn more about what Boston's best kept secret is about at the 2005 season website: www.salsaboston.com/cruise


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Rueda de Casino ... SALSA !
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You've seen salsa danced "in a circle", changing partners, performing a variety of fast-paced moves.

Learn this fun way to dance Salsa by joining one of the many FREE practices offered almost every day of the week around Boston.  Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced circles!

Information available at:
http://bostonrueda.wikispaces.com


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 This Week's Mailbag
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1) Thursdays!  Salsa in Salem at Stega
2) Masacote fundraiser update, big party Jan 14.
3) Johnny and Kelly's latest lesson schedule
4) Inca Son anniversary party, Jan. 7


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1)

After teaching on the north shore for a number of years, I am ready to get going with a regular weekly Latin Dance Party.  The north shore has been ready and enthusiastic about salsa but until now has been unable to find a suitable venue for a weekly Latin Dance Party.  Of course, there are those who have working on the north shore for years. Paula, Trica and Roberto have given us plenty to feel proud about.  We have Fiesta de Baile and will continue to promote that. 

Still, we want more Latin Dance.  And, now, we have it.  That is where we need your help.

Introducing the Thursday Night Latin Dance Party at Strega Restaurant - this is the first ever major regular night of dancing on the North Shore for salseros and lovers of Latin Music.  Strega is a unique restaurant that specializes in fun, great drinks and delicious food.  It is a perfect match for what so many ont the north shore have mentioned they wanted in a north shore night out.  When you get a chance, check out their website at www.stregasalem.com.  This is beautiful place and a great spot for us who love ambience, awesome music and a fun time.  Thanks to everyone who volunteered to pass the word along.  The focus is really the north shore market as there are many Boston and Boston South alternatives.  But, of course, we need your spirit, support and enthusiasm to get us started.

The cover charge is $15.  All instructors will be on the guest list.  That means that you and one person you bring will be comped.  Let Linda (Strega's Owner/Manager at 978-741-0004) and me (617-620-3022) know if you would like to book a small party dinner reservation beforehand.  Martha and I would like to join if you do.  I believe that due to our night's requirements the last reservation taken is 7:30 or 8:00 PM.  Please tell everyone you know who might be interested in this regular event.  While the capacity is just 150 people, I think there is a possibility we may easily hit that on the first day.  A strong showing from all who will be in town will be fun and important. 

Please let me know what questions or comments you have.

That's all, for now.

Happy Holidays and Much Love,
Greg


Strega Restaurant
94 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA

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2)
FUNDRAISING PARTY Coming Saturday, Jan 14th!
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, January 14th! At Spontaneous Celebrations!
Spontaneous Celebrations
45 Danforth St.
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Near StonyBrook T stop (Orange Line)

-- 9pm-1am
-- Performances by Ana and Joel, the MIT Casino Rueda Group, and more TBA!
-- 30 Minute Rueda Lesson by our very own MIT Rueda Group a 9pm!
-- Salsa Dancing to the Sounds of DJ D Martinez!
-- Raffle Drawing!!! Sign up today to WIN AN ALL EXPENSES PAID CRUISE VACATION FOR 2!
-- More Details to Come Soon (Keep checking the website)
-- All for Only $10, Donations Accepted! Proceeds will help to fund Joel Masacote's Upcoming Latin Jazz Album!

$10; Donations Accepted

  
Win An ALL EXPENSES PAID Cruise Vacation for 2!
A NOT TO BE MISSED EVENT!  
Greetings!
Enter to win today and Join us for a Fundraising party Saturday, Jan 14th! AND, help a fellow musician achieve his dreams!

BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT! SIGN UP TO WIN TODAY!
Have you heard about the 2005 All Star Salsa Cruise to the Bahamas? It was a HUGE success! Thinking about attending next year's Salsa Cruise? Well.....

Get there for FREE!!!
AND, help a fellow musician achieve his dreams!

Purchase a raffle ticket today and be entered into a drawing to win an All Expenses Paid Cruise Vacation for 2 to next year's All Star Salsa Cruise! Don't need a cruise? Trade the grand prize in for $500 CASH! Other AMAZING Prizes Include:

2nd Place: A package of 10 privates with Ana and Joel!
3rd Place: A $100 gift certificate to ANY store of your choice!

Purchase a raffle ticket today for only $5, or 5 TICKETS FOR ONLY $20! Then, join us Saturday, January 14th at Spontaneous Celebrations for a special fundraising party and raffle drawing (need not be present to win)!

All Proceeds will be put toward the studio costs for Joel Masacote's upcoming Latin Jazz album, to be released in 2006! Visit the website for more information!

Price: ONLY $20 for 5!!! or 1 Ticket for $5

ENTER RAFFLE TODAY! 

See you there!
Ana and Joel Massicot
Masacote Entertainment
web: http://www.masacoteentertainment.com


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Feliz Ano Nuevo, salseros y salseras!
The start of the New Year means…
Johnny and Kelly’s winter session is also starting.
(Did YOUR new year’s resolution involve salsa?!)
Learn sexy salsa moves, turn patterns and funky freestyle footwork. Practice your body movement, isolations, and styling. Classes offered at three levels—Beginner, Advanced Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced.


Join us for Johnny & Kelly’s monthly salsa workshops.  Specialty workshops
are a great way to refine your dancing by concentrating on different aspects
of the dance and music.  Each month, we teach a 2-hour workshop on a specific topic. 
The January workshop will be on Timing and Rhythm, with live musicians in
the studio!  Stay tuned for the date and details.


Join Johnny and Kelly for some “on 1” fun and a great start to 2006!

Beginner:     Tuesdays at 7:15pm – 8:45pm, starting January 10th
                    Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                        400 Harvard St. in Cambridge, Studio 3
                        (Church faces Mass. Ave., near the intersection with Harvard St.)
                        (Studio entrance on the side facing the Inn at Harvard.)
                         Near the Harvard Square T stop on the Red Line
                        Street parking or parking lot ($3) available from Kelly or the Front Desk.

Beginner:       Thursdays at 8:00pm – 9:30pm, starting January 12th
                        Dance Complex
                        536 Mass. Ave. in Cambridge, Studio 5
                        Near the Central Square T stop on the Red Line
                      Public parking lots or street parking available Advanced
Beginner:     Mondays at 8:30pm – 10:00pm, starting January 9th
                    Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                      (See above for details.)
Intermediate/
Advanced:    Tuesdays at 9:00pm – 10:30pm, January 10th – February 7th
                    Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                        (See above for details.)


Classes are $15 each or five classes for $60.  All 5 classes of a package must be taken
within the winter session, which lasts 10 weeks.

Please e-mail or call with any questions.  We look forward to dancing with you!
Kelly:  kelly@salsaboston.com, (617) 522-7443
Johnny:  salsumba1@aol.com, (617) 312-6464


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4)

Hello!

My name is Silvia Cooper,
Assistant to Inca Son Music & Dance of the Andes. I
work with Cesar Villalobos, Creative Art Director of
Inca Son. Cesar is willing to invite you to their
biggest anniversary concert that is going to be on
January 7th at 8:00 pm at the Sanders Theater in
Cambridge, Massachusetts. This event is organized by
Comunidad Peruano Americana (COPEA) a new non profit organization that provides educational programs to all the community. We are trying to get together all the latin community and the public in general. It would be an honor if you could help us by posting the concert on your calendar of events. Please this is a very important performance for Inca Son and it would help all the more with this favor.  If any questions or comments please e-mail us at CincaSonV@aol.com or visit our website :www.incason.com I would be glad to help you.

Best wishes,

Silvia Cooper

For:
Cesar Villalobos
Creative Art Director
Inca Son