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This week's top pick:
8th Annual Fiesta de Baile, Saturday, March 24, 2007 at the Nahant Country Club.  Annually one of Boston's most charming Salsa parties, benefitting the North Shore Civic Ballet, and featuring DJ Antonio Ortiz.  Get your tickets now, available online.  More details in the mailbag, or:
http://salsaboston.com/marblehead/fiesta.html


See you tonight (Wednesday) at AN TUA NUA!
Join us each and every week for classes and great dancing.  Check out the unique new class entitled:

  >> "How'd They Do That?!" <<

"Did you ever try to learn some steps in a Salsa class but felt like you couldn't quite make them work on the dance floor?  Did you ever see a Rueda move that you couldn't get?  Did you ever watch some amazing cool move that you just couldn't figure out?  Whether you are just getting started with Salsa or you are already an experienced dancer, you can get the answers in this new drop-in class at An Tua Nua every Wednesday.

"Join Anara and other local instructors each week at 7:00 pm to get all your Salsa or Rueda questions answered!  Students will work interactively in small groups, based on their level, questions, and goals."

Class Time: 7pm  More details in the mailbag.

"How'd They Do That?!" Class, 7pm
Casino Rueda Lesson 8pm
Salsa Lesson at 9pm
Dancing, 10-1am
21+, $10 cover, +$2/lesson
835 Beacon St. Kenmore Square/Fenway
617-513-9841 for questions
http://salsaboston.com/antuanua


... and see you at Cabana Mondays at FELT as well!  http://salsaboston.com/felt

Keep dancing!
-Olaf


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In this issue:
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>>> Featured news: <<<
 - Salsa Wednesdays at AN TUA NUA

 - Cabana Mondays is sizzlin' at FELT!

 - For the casual: Salsa at Masa, Thursdays

>>> SalsaBoston Events: <<<
 - Salsa Night on Wednesdays at An Tua Nua
 - Cabana Mondays at FELT

>>> Rueda de Casino in Boston <<<

>>> This Week's Mailbag <<<


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 Featured News
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WEEKLY!

    SALSA WEDNESDAYS AT AN TUA NUA!
      7pm Casino Rueda Workshop
      8pm Casino Rueda Lesson*
      9pm Salsa Lesson w/ Johnny and Kelly*
      10pm-1am Salsa!
        *Beginner and Intermediate., no partner needed
   http://salsaboston.com/antuanua for discounts and info or call 617-513-9841
   An Tua Nua
   835 Beacon St. Kenmore Sq/Fenway, Boston


** Cabana Mondays is HEATING UP!

The new hotspot!  Cabana Mondays at Felt!  Salseros, come check it out.  It's a classy, fabulous place, no cover, charming staff (big shoutout to Farah and Vanessa of Felt!), and of course Boston's finest Salsa as always from D.Martinez and Hernan.  Salsa for Gringos lesson at 7pm for the newbies--send your non-dancing friends over in advance.  Come help make this party happen!  Lots of special nights coming up over there as well.
   http://salsaboston.com/felt

Photos:
   http://www.salsaboston.com/gallery/arcadia/gallery.cgi?Category=100053



** 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 Tremont St, South End, Boston



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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

7:00: Intermediate Casino Rueda Workship
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, please 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: http://www.salsaboston.com/antuanua


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Cabana Mondays at FELT
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"A Casual Salsa Night at a Classy Place"

Salseros, come check it out.  It's a classy, fabulous place, no cover, charming staff, and of course Boston's finest Salsa as always from D.Martinez and Hernan.

Salsa for Gringos lesson at 7pm for the newbies--send your non-dancing friends over in advance.

$10 for the class, no cover for dancing.

Lots of special nights as well.

http://salsaboston.com/felt

Club FELT
533 Washington St, Boston, MA
(617) 350-5555
Between Downtown Crossing and Chinatown

Photos:
   http://www.salsaboston.com/gallery/arcadia/gallery.cgi?Category=100053


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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!

Lots of opportunities this month to learn Rueda de Casino Salsa! Visit this site to find out about workshops: http://bostonrueda.wikispaces.com


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 This Week's Mailbag
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   (SalsaBoston is not affiliated with nor endorses these listings except
    where noted.  This information is just passed along as we receive it.  If
    you have a good or bad experience, please let others know on the
    SalsaBoston message board.)


1) Havana Club Update
2) Spring Salsa classes with Johnny and Kelly
3) March Salsa Workshop with Johnny and Kelly
4) Mini-Congress at the Hyatt
5) Fiesta de Baile, March 24
6) "How'd they do that?!" Dance Class at An Tua Nua
7) El Bembé Colombiano at JHCC March 30
8) Semi-private lessons with Anara Frank
9) Latino Expo in Hartford, March 31/April 1
10) Mondays at Choices


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Dear Friends,

Havana Saturdays at the Havana Club Ballroom in Central Square is a hit.
And, of course, Friday Night Salsa rocks on!
Photos and Videos from last week's parties can be seen online at
http://HavanaClubSalsa.com

Sincerely,
Jeff

Friday Night Salsa @ Havana Club
Havana Club, 288 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge
* 8:30-9:30 Beg, Int, & Adv Rueda Lessons w/ Ivan, Lino, & MIT Rueda Group
* 9:30-10:30pm Beginner & Intermediate Salsa Lesson w/ Salsa y Control
* 10:30pm-2am Salsa Dance Party w/ DJ Cuban Jeff
* Admission is $12 Ages: 18+ w/ college ID.  Full Bar.
Dress: Smart Casual to Fashionable.

Friday Night Salsa is Boston's salsa hot spot! Friday Night Salsa brings together 300-400 cool, classy people of all skills levels. Beginners are very welcome and the party is a safe environment where everyone dances with - and respects - everyone else.

The Havana Club Ballroom is a stunning space with a spacious 5400 sq. ft. smooth wood dance floor, raised performance stage, club lighting, excellent sound system, and full cash bar. There is a Parking Garage next door ($1/hr), and the party is one block from Public Transport on Mass Ave.


Havana Saturdays @ Havana Club
Havana Club, 288 Green Street, Central Square, Cambridge
* 8:30-9:30pm Beginner Latin Lessons w/ Ivan
* 9:30-10:30pm Beginner & Intermediate Salsa Lessons w/ Jeff & Ivan
* 10:30pm-2am Dance Party w/ Rumba Na Ma
* Admission is $12 Ages: 18+ w/ college ID.  Full Bar.
Dress: Smart Casual to Fashionable.

The perfect follow-up to Friday Night Salsa,
Havana Saturdays features the beautiful Havana Club
ballroom, 250+ cool people and live music every
week!  Beginners are very welcome and the party
is a safe environment where everyone dances with -
and respects - everyone else.


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SPRING INTO SALSA!

Spring is in the air…
embrace the warmer weather with the energetic spirit of Latin music and dance. 
Johnny and Kelly’s spring session starts next week.

Learn sexy salsa moves, turn patterns and funky freestyle footwork.
Practice your body movement, isolations, and styling.
Weekly studio classes offered at three levels—Beginner, Advanced Beginner and Intermediate.

Salsa Body Mechanics and Styling for Ladies—the new weekly class will be continuing until the end of April.  Learn to dance fluidly and gracefully, moving your shoulders, ribcage, arms, and hips harmoniously.  Incorporate these basic movements into your styling and build on them.

And, Johnny & Kelly’s monthly salsa workshops are continuing!  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 1 1/2-hour workshop on a specific topic.  The March Workshop will be on Bachata (for a change of rhythm!).


JOIN JOHNNY and KELLY FOR SOME “ON 1” FUN!

Beginner:          Tuesdays at 7:00pm – 8:30pm, starting March 20th
                        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 March 22nd
                        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 March 19th
                        Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                        (See above for details.)

Intermediate:     Tuesdays at 8:45pm – 10:15pm, starting March 20th
                        Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                        (See above for details.)

Ladies’:             Mondays at 7:00pm- 8:00pm, continuing
                        Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre in the Old Cambridge Baptist Church
                        (See above for details.)


Weekly studio classes are $15 each or five classes for $60.  All 5 classes of a package must be taken within the Spring Session, which lasts 10 weeks.  Ladies’ class packages are separate from co-ed class packages.

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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MARCH WORKSHOP
with Johnny and Kelly

BACHATA
… feel the heat of the Dominican Republic!


Whether it’s slow & sensual or fast & pulsating,
this Dominican rhythm is definitely captivating! 
Learn the seductive allure of Bachata.
(Designed for dancers of all levels.)
*  Body movement
*  Basic steps and turn
*  Turn patterns & styling


WHEN:             Saturday, March 24th, 1:00- 2:30pm
WHERE:           Jose Mateo’s Ballet Theatre
400 Harvard St. in Cambridge, Studio 3
(Entrance off Mass Ave, facing the Inn at Harvard.)
Near the Harvard Square T stop on the Red Line
Street parking or parking lot passes ($3) available
COST:              $15 in advance; $20 at door
CONTACT:        Kelly 617-522-7443 kelly@salsaboston.com
                        Johnny 617-312-6464 salsumba1@aol.com



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[Editor's note: New York promoters April Genovese and the late David Melendez had planned a congress on these dates at the Hyatt, but due to his recent passing it was cancelled.  Edwin Pabon, host of the last few events at the Hyatt evidently picked up the open dates and is organizing this at the last minute.  It is not SalsaBoston's "Annual Boston Salsa Congress" which is usually in the fall.]

Friday & Saturday March 30-31, 2007
Salsa Fest Mini-Congress
At the Cambridge Hyatt Regency Hotel
With Performances by:
Hips on Fire, Masacote Entertianment
Mambo Slaves, Salsa y Control,
Pzazz Dancers, Tropical Image Dancers,
Dance Dreamzzz and others
$15.00pp in advance $20.00pp @ the door each night $25.00 for both nights
Workshops to be announced
Doors open @ 8pm
575 Memorial Drive Cambridge, Ma.
For more info: 617-524-0457 www.pabonelsalsero.com


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Dear Friends of the Dance,
As the autumn season wanes and winter approaches, we at the North Shore Civic Ballet would like you to remember that spring is on the horizon. Our biggest and most successful fundraising event, the 8th Annual Fiesta de Baile and Silent Auction, has been scheduled for March 24, 2007 at the Nahant Country Club with its fantastic dance floor. Beginning at 9:00pm with a complimentary salsa lesson from professional dancers, the evening is sure to be a lively tribute to the Latin art form. DJ Antonio Ortiz will once again provide us with the authentic sound until 1:00pm. Hors d’oeuvres are included with admission and a cash bar is available throughout the evening.
The silent auction, an important part of the event, promises a wonderful array of eclectic items and services, catering to all ages, dancers or spectators. The many wonderful gift donations provide us with the opportunity to raise funds for the NSCB, and in these lean times, they are very necessary for the continued operations of the school. As a previous contributor to our organization, we urge you to save the date in your 2007 calendar, put on your dancing shoes, and open your pocketbook to us.

The enclosed forms have donation level descriptions for table reservations and we hope you are feeling expansive. You may order tickets early at a discounted rate of $30.00 each, as we will charge $35.00 on the night of the Event. We encourage you to plan early to reserve tables since seating is limited at the country club. Donations to the NSCB of any amount are always welcome at any time.

Thank you in advance for your support of the arts and of the dance experience. In this stressful world, we are reminded of how grateful we are to live in a place that allows us to move and dance freely. Happy Holidays to you and to all the special people in your life.
Yours truly,
Paula K. Shiff

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SalsaBoston Presents...

 an ALL NEW kind of Salsa Class...

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   "How'd they do that?!"
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    Wednesdays at AN TUA NUA

Did you ever try to learn some steps in a Salsa class but felt like you couldn't quite make them work on the dance floor?  Did you ever see a Rueda move that you couldn't get?  Did you ever watch some amazing cool move that you just couldn't figure out?  Whether you are just getting started with Salsa or you are already an experienced dancer, you can get the answers in this new drop-in class at An Tua Nua every Wednesday.

Join Anara and other local instructors each week at 7:00 pm to get all your Salsa or Rueda questions answered!  Students will work interactively in small groups, based on their level, questions, and goals.

Cost:  $14 for the single class or $20 to stay for the entire night--
  for 3 hours of lessons plus dancing, it's the best Salsa deal in town! (Or pay by month and get 20% off)

Wednesday Schedule at An Tua Nua:

**At each hour there's a class for every level**

7:00    "How'd they do that?!"
8:00    Rueda de Casino with Anara & Boston Rueda
9:00    Salsa on 1 with Johnny, Kelly & Andres
10:00   DJ and Dancing til 1 am

http://salsaboston.com/antuanua

Anara
(617) 905-3276
(617) 983-1418


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Sent by: Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción

El Bembé
Boston's best Latin music and dance party is proud to present:
 El Bembé Colombiano           Friday, March 30, 2007

El Bembé now offers a more diverse, cultural experience!  No longer exclusively Salsa and Merengue, El Bembé is dedicated to providing a wider scope of cultural music and dance of Latin America, exposing dancers, artists, and music lovers to a larger range of styles and rhythms.

Join us for El Bembé Colombiano which will offer a unique opportunity for dancers to learn new steps and to enjoy new musical styles including Cumbia, Vallenato, and more!  Taking the night further, the DJ will spin Colombian dance music as well as Salsa and Merengue favorites.  El Bembé Colombiano will also feature a live band performing a variety of Colombian musical styles adding to this unique cultural experience. 
9:00 p.m. Complimentary Dance Lesson
10:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Dance Party and Live Performance

EL BEMBÉ, a fixture in Boston's Salsa movement since 1999, caters to a diverse audience ranging from Latin music and dance enthusiasts to beginner, advanced, and professional Latin dancers. Perhaps the most unique characteristic of EL BEMBÉ is that all proceeds from the event are re-invested into the CLA's arts programs; therefore, patrons not only enjoy a unique celebration, but they also contribute to the cultural life of the city of Boston.

Admission and PARKING INFORMATION:
Admission: $15 (21 years and over only)
El Bembé is held in Boston's South End at the Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center
Center for Latino Arts / La Casa de la Cultura
85 West Newton Street, Boston, MA 02118
For further information, visit our website www.claboston.org or call 617.927.1707

Shuttle service for parking available!!!
$5.00/round-trip


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Do you ever feel stuck or like you've hit a plateau in your learning?

Have you been looking for a new way to improve your salsa dancing?

Consider joining a "semi-private" group:  these groups have the feel of personalized instruction, but at a fraction of the cost.  In addition, you become part of a terrific group of dancers who love practicing together as well as going out to clubs.  Groups last for 4 weeks, and March 18th or 19th is your next chance to join!  There are a few spots still available for both leaders and followers.

If you are ready to take your salsa dancing to a new level, please feel free to contact me today!  Anara: (617) 905-3276 or at anara@metamovements.com

Anara Frank Hernandez
(617) 905-3276
(617) 983-1418


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Saturday, March 31st & Sunday, April 1st from 12-5pm
Latino Expo at the CT Convention Center, Hartford, CT
"Two days of Latin music, dance, and fun for every family"
Free Admission
http://www.latinoexpoinfo.com
For more information, please call 860-563-5028

Press release:
Sixth Annual Latino Expo opens at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford Connecticut

Hartford CT.... There will be an explosion of Latino culture at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford CT.; on March 18 and 19, noon to 5 p.m. as the Sixth Annual Latino Expo opens up. This fabulous cultural and business exposition offers free educational seminars, entertainment for the whole family, health fair, and college recruitment. Entertainment includes local dance groups and music groups from Mexico, Columbia, Peru, Puerto Rico, and The Dominican Republic. Performers in the Latino Expo Entertainment Hall will include mambo, salsa, dances from the Aztec, music from the Peru, hip-hop, reggaeton, and much more. Also there will be Shaw’s grocery store with an impressive 30 by 70 display of foods, pharmacy, flowers, face painting, snacks and employment opportunities. A huge wellcare display with health screenings for blood pressure, diabetes and asthma. The Lions Club will once again be doing health screenings for eyecare. Daisy Cooks! With Daisy Martinez will shake up the way you think about Latin food. Daisy Martinez, host of the popular public television show airing on CPTV and CPTV2, will visit Hartford to give cooking demonstrations at the Latino Expo on Sunday, March 19 at 1 p.m. and at 3 p.m. Copies of her cookbook, Daisy Cooks!: Latin Flavors That Will Rock Your World, will be available, and Martinez will sign autographs. The City of Hartford will have representatives of many of its departments including the Hartford Public Library, Police, Fire Departments and Education. There will be foods from many of the area’s finest restaurant’s featuring food from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Ecuadorian Brazil, Peruvian Columbia and more. The Latino Expo is a free festival of Hispanic culture, business and entertainment with a special emphasis on jobs, education, health care and business. There is truly something for the whole family. Bring everyone and enjoy the entertainment. In addition, colleges will be recruiting students and businesses will be looking for new employees. This event is not-to-be-missed and there is something for every member of the family. For more information and a listing of events, visit www.latinoexpoinfo.com


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From Charlene Lans
flamencoon2@yahoo.com

Hey thank you to the brave crew that came out last Monday to do a little shaking. I had fun watching you guys.....The Lessons next week are at 8:30-9:30pm. For all you students out there and to the dance companies your entrace fee is reduced to $3.00. Just present you student ID or let me know which dance company your with :-)

GRACIAS AND UN BESO GRANDE TO ALL OF YOU.
SEE YOU NEXT WEEK ;-)

DJ Darvin Baron will be spinning Dominican style from his classic collection Mondays at Club Choices and Stewart will be teaching the Salsa Lessons at 9 p.m. at.....
Entrance is $5.00 and $8.00 with the salsa lesson.

The New Club Choices
379 Somerville Ave.
Somerville Ma 02143