Dance Talk ® 11/3/08

Happy Birthday wishes to George Hancock, Ken Friedman, Mike Fardella, Donna Boyle and Carl Free.

We send our heart felt condolences to DJ Greg “T”. His father passed away last week. Please keep Greg and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

Next weekend, November 14 & 15, it’s Westie Weekend welcoming the incredible Jason Colacino. A gifted dancer that specializes in West Coast Swing. For all the details visit Rob & Sheila’s website here.

Starting November 11th, NYers have a new place to dance. BACKSTAGE NIGHT CLUB, elegant night club with a spacious dance floor. Located at 948 Broadway Woodmere NY 11598. The party starts at 8PM Admission $8 For more info (718) 347- 0934

Its been a season of illness’s and injury’s on DWTS. Both Julianne Hough and Lacy Schwimmer have been suffering with endometriosis. Hough recently had surgery and is expected to return in 2 weeks. Misty May-Treanor ruptured her Achilles tendon, both Susan Lucci and Karina Smirnoff sprained their ankles and Jeffrey Ross was poked in the eye.

One of the break thru clubs of the 70’s in Philadelphia, is long gone but the historic Second Story has a reunion coming up. On Nov. 29th, at the River Club at The Manayunk Brewery at 7:00 – Until ?, tickets are $20.00 each, includes 2 Drinks. The theme is Black & White and Dress For TV.

Check out the great images from DJ Mark’s surprise birthday celebration at Michael’s Cafe, courtesy of Fred, here.

Next week, DanceTalk puts the spotlight on a dancer that opened her own dance studio, to teach the hustle, in the Philadelphia area. The year was 1979. Tune in next week.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the first annual “United Hustle Dance Party” taking place in Florida. Read more below. www.CarlCharlesDance.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

The First Annual “United Hustle Dance” party
Get ready for a new event coming to sunny Southern Florida. Its the landing of the first, annual United Hustle Dance Party. This is the perfect time & place to celebrate the holidays. Dance Pro Carl Charles kicks off his first holiday party with many goodies in store on Sunday, December 21st. The party is open to everyone as the music and festivities have broad horizons: West Coast Swing, Salsa, Hustle, Night Club 2 Step and ballroom dancing. This is going to be a spectacular party with a club atmosphere featuring two dance floors and three top DJs. Carl was recognized for his leadership role in the great northeast. He garnered lots of attention as an original member of the Long Island Bad Boys, a group of dancers that “got the party started”. A top dance pro that rocked the house, he took traditional hustle and tweaked it with his jazz styling, funk influence and show stopping moves. Carl brings dancing into focus as he delivers a creative interpretation of a new-age hustle. As a top competitor, (he was crowned the King of Hustle along with Susan Marolda in NY), he brings his New York dance roots to Florida with an emphasis on making it fun. What immediately comes to mind when observing Carl on the dance floor is his love and passion for dancing. He has a unique and irrepressible dance style. Always on the cutting edge with new techniques and dance amalgamations, Carl now brings his love for dancing to his new family of friends in sunny southern Florida. Please join him for his premier party on December 21st. It starts with a 5:00 to 6:00 PM lesson for All Levels in New York Style Hustle. From 6:00 to 7:00 PM, there will be a Beginners class in American Tango. Then from 7:00 PM, let loose as the dance social begins and you are center stage for this “United Hustle” dance party. The party will feature three disc Jockeys with all forms of dance music pumping on – two floors of non-stop dancing. Professional Cash Bar Opens at 5:00 PM to 2:00 am. Admission $30 all three events (lessons and dance social) $25 one lesson and dance social $20 for just dance social. For more details on the United Hustle Dance Party and Carl’s Monday night socials and lessons, visit these website’s: www.CarlCharlesDance.com , www.SalsaHustleSummit.com Spend the holidays with friends and share a dance as Florida unites at the first Annual United Hustle Dance Party.

Letters to the Editor
Hi Ron,
A dear friend of mine & fellow student Paul Kaczkin has lost his mother on Sunday, November 2. She was born in 1914 in Russia during very hard times. She raised her children getting them out of concentration camps and brought her family to America on her own. She loved and was a true Patriot of this Country. She will be missed but never forgotten. Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 Family and close friends viewing Deluccia-Lozito Funeral Home 265 Belmont Ave, Haledon, NJ Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:00 open viewing at St Michael’s Russian Orthodox Church Sherman Ave, Paterson, NJ, Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:30 Mass at St Michael’s Russian Orthodox Church Sherman Ave, Paterson, NJ, Cemetery to follow in Englishtown, NJ.
Thank you and God Bless you,
Diane,

Dear Ron,
As usual, ballroom pros just don’t get it. Even more upsetting than seeing Tony Dovolani and Kim Johnson hopping through the Hustle, and WCS performed with “Latin motion” and no slot at all, was the judges praise for these performances. It’s no wonder that when people think of the Hustle they imagine John Travolta line dancing. I think the extremely poor presentation of Hustle and WCS on DWTS did more harm than good for our dance communities. I would love to see a large mailing to ABC in protest. I’ve already sent in my letter. The world deserves to know how beautiful and graceful our dances are. Let’s get the right pros in there to teach those ballroom geeks a thing or two.
Best regards,
Lisa

Hi Ron,
here ya go with my bullet points* awesome news Nelson *Paradise* Roman DJing at Dancesport, will make it a point to be there over the holidays when we visit NY. * hustle on Dancing with the Stars was a good thing. You may not like what they did but it gives hustle a boost. Good dancing or bad is not the issue, its getting the media behind it. It can only help the dance. Those doing hustle already will not stop because it was not portrayed right. Others may now be interested in learning it. * Jason Calacino was an incredible dance team with Katie Boyle from California. They kicked ass. *Great seeing you at Hustle Congress, it was a great weekend. The music was the best.
Thanks,
Bullet Point Bob

Hi Ron,
Hoping everything is well with you and your loved ones. I have a great hustle group that corresponds on Facebook. We have over a 100 members? If you love the hustle and want to be part, everyone can find the group under “Hustle Dancers” on Facebook.
Regards,
Carmen

Hey Ron,
it is I Harvey (THE HOOFFING WOOFFER) Maroney I would like to add a comment or two to that of Bruce IS RIGHT RIGHT AND TRIPLE RIGHT the DJ’S they themselves SHOULD BE EXPERIANCED AT BEAT FOR BEAT PITCH CONTROL MIXING to better keep the music flowing constantly with only having to dip no deeper than 10 to 18 beats per minute HIGHER OR LOWER than the songs real beat per minute pitch – this will help take everyone back to the 70’s and 80’s DISO CLUBS memories and introduce all the NEW DANCERS to our era of REAL DISCO CLUBING DISCO DANCING – Ron contact me or anyone else contact me on some DISCO PARTY THEMES I HAVE worked out to make the evening much more Memorable and Special and Exciting.Harvey Maroney -harvmaron@aol.com or cal 609-705-1888 – catch you later RON I know you’ll be in spinning dipping and Whirling in a whir on the local dance floors.
THE HOOFFING WOOFFER

I would like to convey my sincere thanks & appreciation to everyone who joined in
acknowledgment and celebration of my birthday last Wednesday at Michael’s Café. I appreciate the thoughtfulness and generosity of the dance community. You make Wednesday (used to be Tuesday) my favorite night of the week as you are the most caring and the most talented and fun dancers. It is truly a pleasure to be part of your dancing life. It was nice to share the birthday celebration with Andre Phelps, my good friend and # 1 Eagles fan. A special thanks to Trish, Eveleth, Ron, Terri, Carole & Andre, Natalie, Jennifer (my favorite waitress), Gail (my favorite bartender), and Art (who set me up very well; Art is such a nice guy, no one would ever think, especially me, that he would trick me). Finally, I need to thank all those lovely young ladies who put up with my pre-novice hustle moves with that dance. If I remember correctly, it was Joanne “Fox” Piazza who started it, along with Terri, Trish, Donna “Disco” Boyle, Eveleth, Devon, Celie and Stephanie. Of course, I also need to acknowledge Brian “The King” Gallagher for his cameo dance with me. Thank you all once again for coming out, and I hope we continue our hustle dance parties for many years to come.
DJ Mark

Hi Ron, it takes a lot for me to write a letter but this has to be heard. the mockery presented on national tv of hustle style dancing on dancing with the stars. they should be ashamed of themselves. starting with the judges. if you don’t know the dance then step aside. the teachers should have gotten help. some admittedly stated, i don’t know the dance. get help. this was a poor representation of hustle. this will do nothing to help grow an interest among young because it looked cheesy and comical. nobody in their right mind would want to go out to dance like that. shame on the judges for not berating them. i for one was excited to hear that hustle would be done on the show. what a major let down.
Ray Menna

Hi Ron, The 9/11 Dance Benefit held on Sunday, October 26, 2008 for Alex Jack was a huge success. I want to personally thank my faithful assistant Marta Hogan who gave many hours of her time and talents to make this event happen from securing the venue, selling tickets, obtaining raffle items, “making by hand” the belts and flags for the flag hustle game and much much more. I would also like to thank all of the committee members – Teri and Paul Martinez, Marianne Gonzalez, Lina, Tariq Brown, Annette Alicanti, Dianne Lloyd and Lori Brizzi for their assistance in selling tickets and promoting the event and bringing it all together on Sunday. We had over 150 attendees from LI, NY, NJ and CT. Nelson “Paradise” Roman was at his best on the controls as always. The food catered by fellow dancer, Jade Go, was simply delicious. Anyone in need of a professional caterer, she’s ur girl! We had a great performance by Robert and Rosetta, a bookend competition won by Tariq Brown and Jerry Hobbs, and we played the game Flag Hustle in which Robert Lawrence and partner Jackie took the championship trophy home! Lastly, thank you to all of those who could not be there but gave a donation towards the cause. We were able to raise over $3000. On behalf of my brother and my family, thank you so much and God bless you all…
JoJo Jack.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. To all my friends. I wait all year in anticipation of the Michael’s birthday party. I want to take thank everyone who made the evening one to remember. Especially Mark, Terry, Evie, Natalie as always, Denise and Steve (in absentia), Jennifer for the tasty cake. Also to my best friend, confidant and life partner Carole, who always goes the extra mile for me. Thanks again can’t wait until next year.
André

Dear Ron,
Along with many of my fellow dancers, I’d like to thank Wendy Lippincott for hosting yet another wonderful Halloween Party. Love is in the details. And Wendy’s efforts to plan parties filled with such great music, food, and decorations is a gift to us all. Hats off to you, Wendy!
Susan Riley

Dance Trivia
* In 1978, New York City declared the first national disco week in June. The dance era was buzzing. Super discotheque, “Studio 54″, was on the cutting edge, incorporated 450 different types of special effects in the club by use of sound and lighting.

* The 2008, the summer comedy hit “College Road Trip”, starring Martin Lawrence, Raven Simone and Brenda Song, was choreographed by dancer/choreographer/actress Maria Torres.

*In London, British newspapers and record labels combined forces to sponsor the first World Disco Dance Championship in the summer of 1978. Over 39 counties were represented. A grand prize of 25K was awarded.

* Truly a record in Ballroom, Jonathan Wilkins & Katsuha Demidova ( from New York) have held the Professional Standard Ballroom titles from 1998 to date.

* The syndicated television show, “Dance Fever” was seen in 125 major markets. It was the number one show watched on Saturday nights in all the top Nielson categories rated. More then 14 million viewers tuned in each week.

* Many dancers appeared in the Spike Lee motion picture “Summer Of Sam”, this film was a period piece from the 70’s featuring Debbie Ferro, Ricky Quintana, Maryann Rosa, Diane Nardone, Billy Fajardo, Kathy Young, Nelson “Paradise” Roman, Maryann Gonzales, David Padilla and Maria Torres.

* The immortal Cyd Chaise started dance lessons at the tender age of 6 to strengthen her muscles to recover from polio. It wasn’t ever imagined that she would become one of the premier dancers in motion pictures partnering with the likes of Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly.

* From Chicago, this brother/sister team won the first year of the Playboy International Disco Contest and then performed on the syndicated television show Dance Fever. They became an audience favorite. Louis and Rose Cairo were at the top of their game.

Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…
Nov 3, Mon-NY Dancesport Legendary Hustle Mondays at Paul Pellicoro’s DanceSport, w/ back by popular demand, Nelson “paradise” Roman 9:30PM $10 admission; DS registered students free. 22 West 34th St East Entrance 4th Fl bet. 5th & 6th avenues. www.dancesport.com

Nov 3, Mon-FL The Sports Complex & Carl Charles presents S. Florida’s DanceSport Mondays, featuring 1 beg. NY Style Hustle Classes & a huge dance social. Lessons at 7pm, Beg. ECS at 8pm $12 for one & $15 for entire evening Social at 9pm $12. Cash bar all night Live DJ mostly Hustle music by Carl. www.carlcharlesdance.com To view classical dance videos

Nov 5, Wed-Pa Michael’s Cafe, the ultimate dance spot. We will be celebrating Donna Boyle & Loren Gardner’s birthday. Come out for the fun, hot spot for hustle, Swing & Latin in between. Dance to the tunes of DJ Mark, every Wednesday for the best classics and contemporary music. No cover and plenty of free parking. Street Road in Bensalem near the Philadelphia Casino Race track.

Nov 5, Wed – NY – “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students – Tonight’s Special is “Lucky Draw” Everyone has a chance to win perx!

Nov 5, Wed – NJ – DKN Dance, with Diane K Nardone at Knights of Columbus 16-16 N Maple Ave, Fairlawn, 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter/ Adv. Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half social, 1 Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. Diane 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net or visit our website www.dkndance.com

Nov 6, Thurs-NY LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE’S! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:30pm-11:30pm Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. HUSTLE Dance Lesson starting at 7:30w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, Cash Bar Available, Admission $14, call Louis (516) 819-9016. THIS EVENT RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!

Nov 7, Fri-PA Vai Dance Studio Ballroom & Latin Extravaganza Dance Party. The best of Ballroom & Latin [Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot, Samba, Tango, Cha Cha, EC Swing, Merengue, & more 7:30 PM Vienese Waltz Lesson w/Silvana Gallagher 8:30 PM Dance Party w/refreshments included. $12 at door 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083. www.vaidance.com

Nov 7, Fri-NY BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W.588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00P-12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min. Dance Lesson at 8:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle,Cash Bar Available, $13, call Louis for info (516) 819-9016.

Nov 7, Fri-NY “ABSOLUT DISCO” presented by Simone Assboeck. DJ’ed by the fabulous Nelson ‘Paradise’ Roman. 9.30-2.00am at Stepping Out Studios, 37 West 26th St (9th floor), Separate Salsa Room! We are happy to announce that our FREE Buffet now offers ORGANIC & Dancer light food. Also enjoy the OPEN BAR & Intriguing Performances! Admission:Current Stepping Out Students $10. General Public $15.

Nov. 7, Fri-Pa FIRST FRIDAY SINGLES NETWORKING HAPPY HOUR & Dance PartyIn Hollies Lounge — @ The Holiday Inn, Fort Washington, 7:30 HAPPY HOUR includes:COMPLIMENTARY APPETIZERS & DRINK SPECIALS , BAR SNACKS & FOOD MENU Available at Bar! DJ DONNA BOYLE & Dance Instructor , Hustle dance lesson at 830 pm Will be playing your dance favorites & dance classics, STARTING at 8:00, PLENTY OF FREE PARKING $ 8.00, $5 b4 8:30PM $5:00 w/ this email! info: www.social45.com

Nov. 8, Sat-NY Riveras Cafe 26 Great Neck road, Great Neck, L.I. Hustle & Salsa with Legendary NYC DJ Bobby Morales!! 9:30-2AM. FREE ADMISSION ALL NIGHT!!! Located in Great Neck shopping center. Plenty of free parking. Dinner til 10pm, tapas available til 1am. Foe more info or reservations call (516) 466-6380 or visit them at riverasfusion.com

Nov 8, Sat-NY Millennium Hustle presented by Lori Brizzi at Club 412 for ‘The Saturday Night Special’ 3 different rooms w/3 different DJs, Every 2nd and 3rd Saturday of the month, DJ Johnny O in the Hustle Room, DJ Franklin Ayala in the Salsa Room, DJ Peter – Ballroom, Swing, Tango Room. 412 8th Ave bet 30/31 Str, 4th fl Admission-$15 www.loribrizzi.com or loribrizzi@aol.com

Nov 10, Mon-FL The Sports Complex & Carl Charles presents So. Florida’s DanceSport Mondays feat. 1 beginner NY Style (3 Count) Hustle Classes & a huge dance social. Lessons begin 7pm. Beg. East Coast Swing 8pm. $12 for one & $15 for entire evening. Social begins at 9pm $12. Cash bar during classes & all night. Live DJ mostly Hustle music by Carl. www.carlcharlesdance.com

Nov 11, Tues-NY BACKSTAGE NIGHT CLUB Grand Opening A new elegant night club to call home for our Tuesday Night Dance Party. Opening early 8pm ith mixed CDs from 8-8:30 DJ starts 8:30, Come early for light menu. Spacious Dance Floor, Great Sound System, Beautiful Bar! (Parking lot across street opposite CVS) 948 Broadway, Woodmere NY 11598 Admission $8 directions DanceRVC@aol.com

Nov 12, Wed-NY HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St. Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm-12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/pp $5 for SO Students Tonight’s Special is “Munchie Night”

Tampa Bay Classic Swing Dance Championships, Nov 13-16, 2008 Biltmore Hotel & Resort 4 days of dancing over 35 hours of social dancing, competitions in Jack & Jill, Pro/Ams, Classic divisions, Rising Star, Pro Strictly Swing, Invitational Jack & Jill Tournament and Exhibitions $108.00p/night (800) 237-8947 http://www.tampabayclassic.com/

Nov 13, Thur-Pa salsa social at Ballroom on High, 310 High Street, Pottstown! Party starts at 8 p.m. with beginner salsa lesson, open dancing till 11. $10 includes lesson. $5 for students w/ valid ID. Hosted by Star Seguinot, former Cuba Libre featured dancer and also Brasil’s instructor (both in Philadelphia!) Call Star for more details at 215-920-4511.

Westie Weekend November 14 & 15, 2008 – Swing superstar Jason Colacino comes to Got Swing? for a Westie Weekend! Workshops, Dances, Private lesons. Philly and NJ get ready for Jason. Three time world Cabaret champion and US Open Swing Champion, he brings his teaching skills to NJ. See all the details at www.homestead.com/robandsheila

Nov. 15, Sat-VA The HARVEST LATIN BALL at The Columbian Center 2324 Pump Road Richmond, Va. 23233. Presented by Nino Torre & NiteMix Productions. Latin Dinner 7:00pm dancing @ 8:30pm til 12Midnight. $30.00 per/person $55.00 per/couple (Non refundable after 11/01/08) Includes Dinner, Wine, Beer, Soft Drinks & Entertainment. Onsite Babysitting available: must give notice in advance. Reservations required:No later than Nov. 1, 2008 Music by DJ’s Nino Torre & Tony Tan with live Salsa By Richmond’s “Son Quatro” Band. Call Nino for tix, reservations at (718) 926-3704 www.NiteMix.ws

Nov 15, Sat-NJ Salsa Sensation Mambo-on-2 lesson w/ Jose Papo Diaz 7:30p.m. Suzanne Patterson Center, Monument Dr. off Route 206, Princeton. Dance to the music of Anthony Ortiz: Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue & more 8:30-11:30pm Door $12, students w/ID $8 Everyone welcome No partner needed www.centraljerseydance.org salsa@centraljerseydance.org or 609-945-1883.

Nov 15, Sat-PA Vai Dance Studio Anniversary Dinner Showcase & Dance Party. Music selection will be open to all dance styles & requests. Ballroom, Latin, Hustle, WC Swing, Country 2-Step 6pm Dinner Buffet opens 8pm Dance Party & Showcase $25.00 adv. tix $30.00 at door. For tix 610.789.3248.
801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083 www.vaidance.com.

Nov. 15, Sat-NY Riveras Cafe 26 Great Neck road, Great Neck, L.I. Hustle and Salsa with Legendary NYC DJ Bobby Morales!! 9:30 – 2AM. 1/2 off admission special ONLY $5!! Located in Great Neck shopping center. Plenty of free parking. Dinner till 10pm, tapas available till 1am. Fore more info or reservations call (516) 466-6380 or visit them at riverasfusion.com

Nov 15, Sat-NY Millennium Hustle Club 412 for ‘The Saturday Night Special’3 different rooms with 3 different DJs. DJ Nelson “Paradise’ Roman-Hustle Room DJ Jeff-Salsa Room, DJ Mark-Ballroom, Swing, Tango Room, Choice of free class from 8-9 Dancing 9pm-1:30am 412 8th Ave bet 30/31 Str, 4th fl $15 www.loribrizzi.com or loribrizzi@aol.com

Nov 16, Sun-NJ 100% Pure Hustle w/Johnny O $8 b4 10/$10 after GIVEAWAYS! Party passes, CDS, dance classes & more 9pm-1am New Music Hour 11pm starlightdanceusa.com 973-235-9835

Nov 16, Sun-NY BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 6:00-10:00pm, (NEW WINTER HOURS) Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min. Dance Lesson at 6:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle,Cash Bar Available, $13, call Louis for info (516) 819 – 9016.

Mediterranean Dance Cruise, Nov. 17-29th 2008, A once in a life time event, on the Queen Victoria for 12 wonderful days starting in Athens and stops in Volos, Greece Dikili, Istanbul, & Kusadasi Turkey, Port Said & Alexandria Egypt Valetta in Malta Messina Naples and ending in Rome, Italy. From about $2200 for cruise, prior Cunard guests may get better rates. Call for lowest rates. This cruise is selling out fast. 25% of cruise fare due at cabin assignment & final payment due Aug.12, 2008. All prices per person based on double occupancy & include special dance events open to our group only. Call 215-855-2711 or info@blsdc.com for more information and a brochure.

Nov 21, Fri-NY Hustle & Salsa party hosted by Zulma at Bogart, 99 Park Avenue at corner of E.39th Street downstairs, NYC. Great hustle & Salsa music, dancing begins 9pm-2am. Admission $10 For info call (646) 678-0687

Nov 22, Sat-NJ Ballroom Latin Dance Social, w/2 Hour adv-beg/inte level WCS Workshop taught by Jason & Marybeth Lane. $12 for Workshop, $10 Social, $15 for both. Students $10 for Workshop, $8 for Social. $12 for both. More info http://hpds.webhop.org, hpds@optonline.net, 201-320-9176, Location, 233 Raritan Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904

Nov 22, Sat-NY92nd Street Y Special Millennium Hustle Thanksgiving Party. 1395 Lexington Avenue. $15 Admission in advance, $20 at door incl. free hustle class by Lori from 8-9pm, Music by Nelson ‘Paradise’ Roman from 9-2am, turkey, cranberry, nuts, apple cider soda, wine, coffee, tea, cake (& maybe some green apple martini punch). Advance ticket sales available to CLUB 412 at the two Saturday Night Special parties Nov 8 & 15 or call 516 728-6101 or email loribrizzi@aol.com

Nov 23, Sat-NJ The Three Amigos!!! They’re back!! 9pm-1am Johnny “O”, Bobby Morales & Nelson “Paradise” Roman Don’t miss this night Great Music by three DJ’s starlightdanceusa.com

Nov 26, Wed, NJ Back In the Day dance party, Classics + old school, music by DJ Anthony Bradley La Villa Restaurant in Hamilton, proceeds to Benefit The Sunshine Fund, $10, Doors open at 8PM till 1:30AM, sponsored by DJ Anthony and La Villa Restaurant. for info write to DJabradley@yahoo.com

Nov 28, Fri-NJ DKN Dance Monthly Friday Social Diane K. Nardone Knights of Columbus, 16-16 N Maple Ave, Fairlawn, 8:30-9:00pm Salsa Lesson. 9:00-12:30am Hustle/WCS/Salsa/Country/Ballroom & More, Class & Social $15 Social Only $15 Dance TO DJ Dave Muzii. CASH BAR for your convenience. Coffee, Tea, & cake will be served Everyone Welcome (201) 666 6224 Email:dkndance@verizon.net Website: www.dkndance.com

Nov 29, Sat-NY DanceSport presents A New Social Dance Night Hosted by Donna DeSimone, 22 West 34Th St. (bet 5Th & 6Th ) (212) 307-1111, every 4Th Saturday of the month. Hustle, Latin Swing & More. The Thanksgiving weekend Kick Off Party with DJ JOHNNY O at the mix. Cash Bar w/ Snack Menu. Group Classes $8.00, Dance Social: $15.00 7:30-8:15 Beg WCS 8:30-9:15 Hustle Level I CONTACT Donna (631) 399-7171 or (516) 375-8498 email: dancxchange@yahoo.com www.dancesport.com

Dec 6, Sat NJ-The 16th annual Holiday Spectacular, hosted by Donna Boyle & Ron Bess at the wonderful Stardust Ballroom in Bellmawr. The Holiday dance event of the season. Please plan to join us. Dance Contest, group lesson, give aways, food & more, kids are welcome. Dance to hustle, Swing and Latin with DJ Mark.

Dec 6, Sat-NY MARK & KAREN’S ULTIMATE DANCE ZONE monthly dance social, Holiday Party 8:30pm -12:30 am at the beautiful Wantagh Jewish CTR. For details visit www.mjames.org/zone.html

Dec 21, Sun-FL “United Hustle Dance Party”, presented by Carl Charles 5-6PM NY style hustle lesson for all Levels. 6-7PM Beginners class American Tango. 7pm dance social, 3 dj’s-all forms of dance music on two floors. Professional Cash Bar Opens at 5pm-2:00Am, Admission $30 all 3 events (lessons and dance social) $25 one lesson and dance social $20 for just social For more details on the United Hustle Dance Party and Carls Monday night socials & lessons, visit www.CarlCharlesDance.com www.SalsaHustleSummit.com

Stardust Dance Cruise III January 25-February 1, 2009 7 nights on Costa Cruise Line’s 5-Star Costa Fortuna, now accepting reservations, Departing Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Sunday: Fort Lauderdale, Mon. Key West, Tues. Cozumel, Mexico, Wed. at Sea, Thurs. Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Fri. Grand Cayman Island, Saturday At Sea, Sunday back to Fort Lauderdale, http://www.stardustdancecruises.com/

Shall We Dance Cruise Feb. 1-7, 2009 Goldcoast Ballroom hosts a 6 night exotic Western Caribbean fantasy, dancing under spotlights, sunlight, moonlight and stars. Sailing out of Ft. Lauderdale on Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. The Independence has an arena w/ 3,000 sq.ft. dance floor. Fares start at $687 p/p plus taxes & this includes hallmark dance classes, dance socials, entertainment. Last 3 cruises sold out early, please call: 754-246-2874 or visit: www.GoldcoastDanceCruise.com.

Hustle & Salsa Dance Cruise February 23-28, 2009 10th annual cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas, This cruise will include over 20 hours of dance workshops by world class instructors, 25 hours of social dancing, & jack n jill dance contests. The ship has a fabulous discotheque & 3000 sq. ft. dance floor in main arena. Fares start at only $590 per person, for an inside cabin: Category N plus taxes, port charges & fuel supplement. Call Caren Casper at 754-246-2874 to make your reservation and receive a discount of $50 off for booking by Sept. 15th www.HustleCruise.com