Dance Talk ® 7/7/08

Happy Birthday wishes to Melissa Walker, Nancy Merle, Punkin Habet, Jeff Gessner, Nina Rosado, Paige Shoyer, Loriann Greenhouse, George Azpura, Roma Moon, Gregory Harrison, Manny “Gizmo” Alvarez, Paula Bove/Edgar, Giant Gene, Al Schmidt and Judy Smith.

Congratulations to Shana and the Society Hill Dance Academy. They are opening a second dance studio - SHDA West, in Manayunk, Pa. at Beat Street Station, just one block off of Main Street. Stay tuned for updates.

What a weekend. Discoamerica was the bomb. An incredible weekend of entertainment surpassing all expectations. Congratulations to co-directors Donna Boyle and Joyce Szilli. See the wrap up below.

This Christmas look out for the motion picture Bedtime Stories, with choreography by Adam Shankman (Hairspray and Stuck On You) featuring Adam Sandler, Dana Goodman, Keri Russel and dance pros Lacy Schwimmer and Travis.

Don’t miss the premier of the newest dance social, Dancing At the Cross Roads, this Friday, July 11th, at the Sheraton Mahwah Crossroad Hotel Grand Ballroom 1 International Blvd, Route 17 North, Mahwah New Jersey see details below.

Lori Brizzi has extended the early bird price package for the 4th Annual New York Hustle Congress. The prices do go up next week. The hotel is sold out & group rate almost gone so reserve your room at 1-800 Hilton and mention code SAL for the group rate immediately. www.nyhustlecongress.com

Nicky Siano, the legendary DJ will retire on his 55th birthday, March 2010, just 17 months away. He performs all over the world…best known from the Gallery in NYC and helping to launch the careers of so many artists.

Here is the pick of the week from DJ Fancy, “We Break The Dawn” by Michelle Williams of “Destiny’s Child” fame. This is her new single.

It will be a high kicking weekend at The Big Apple Country Dance Festival, the party takes place at the Renaissance Newark see all the details at http://bigapplecountrydance.com/

Did you catch Raul Santiago, on “So You Think You Can Dance,” he was assisting choreographer and friend Alex DaSilva.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the Mediterranean Dance Cruise. Read all about it below.

Make it a great week,
Ron

Mediterranean Dance Cruise

There comes a point in life when you decide its time to create memories. There is no better way then to gather your loved ones, close friends or family and sail on the incredible Queen Victoria. This is bound to be an unbelievable journey that will be the topic of discussions for years to come. You will vacation for 12 wonderful days starting your trip in Athens which will include stops in Volos, Greece – Dikili, Istanbul, & Kusadasi Turkey, Port Said & Alexandria Egypt - Valetta in Malta - Messina Naples and ending in Rome, Italy. Imagine the history and beauty you will capture. The sites will be breath taking. This is a once in a life time event. The trip begins on November 17th thru November 29th of 2008. The rates start at approximately $2200 for the cruise, prior Cunard guests may get better rates. Please call now for the lowest rates, but don’t wait. The level of interest is high. 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. For the ultimate time to create special memories.

Discoamerica (the highlights)

On July 4th the country celebrated 232 years of independence. Philadelphia, the first capital of the United states, is also the home of the longest running dance event, dedicated to Hustle dancing. Discoamerica celebrated its 10th anniversary in grand style. Organizers Donna Boyle & Joyce Szili created plenty of fireworks on the dance floor. With so many surprises….many old friends returned to celebrate the 10 year anniversary. Many dance couples came back to encore previous performances. Hustle pioneer Arte Phillips was honored for his longevity in the dance world and for all of his contributions, the “Life Time Achievement Award” was bestowed on him. Pre dinner festivities featured the return of some of the best acts over the years *a performance from “Dancing With the Stars” Brian Fortuna, along with his mother, Ballroom pro, Sandra Fortuna, *an exciting acrobatic exhibition by David Paris and Zoë, *a high energy show by Eli Torres and Yen Dorado dancing their ESPN world Salsa number, *Donna Boyle and Jose Gonzales demonstrating a classic hustle. The dinner show honored the past 10 years. A tribute created by choreographer Arte Phillips. The show reflected back on previous shows featureing Loriann Greenhouse & Kelvin Roche, Tybaldt & Hazel Ulrich, Wendy & Wajih Dalal and the cast: Patty McConnell, Elizabeth Darchi, Angela McCabe, Stephanie Risser, Carolina Almont, Joey Commentucci, Joe Kernan, Louie Orlando, Jose Gonzales, Steve Neeren and Billy Marti,
The fireworks shined brightly on the dance floor along with Andre Phelps, Bobby Morales, Lori Brizzi, Steve Neeren, Brian Gallagher, Silvana Gallagher, Wingo Hom, DJ Mark, Diane Nardone, Angela McCabe, Dara Patrusky, Barry Durand, George Garcia, Billy Marti, Wendy & Wajih Dalal, Nino Torre, Joey Commentucci, Etti Kurtz, Mark Sokowski, Elizabeth Darchi, Louie Orlando, Tony & Shawn Nguyen, Carlo DeJesus, Jose Gonzales, Danny McGee, Jamison Kilburn, Joe Kerner, Stephanie Risser, Ginny Carey, Roberto Pagan, Carolina Almont, Loriann Greenhouse and Kelvin Roche, DJ Mark, Rosa Paredes, David Padilla, Robert Ortiz, Tariq Brown, Joanne “Fox” Piazza, Jessie Casendino, Erika Smith, Anita Giacone, Scott Michielli, Michael Leyden, Elizabeth Craner, Mary Keegan, Evie Hoover, Trisha Caballero, Walter Levy, Kathy Young, Jamie Serna & Jerise, Lisa Sands, Bill Pouter, Pat McDonnell, Terri Murphy…
Winners of the Book Ends competition were: (girls) Silvana Gallagher and Stephanie Risser and (boys) Tariq Brown and Mr Anthony. The traditional Philly Freeze was won by Sal and Wendy Dalal.
It was a wonderful weekend that will have folks marking their calendars now, for next years event.
Here are some of the results. For the complete list, visit the official website, www.discoamerica.com

Just Hustle Novice
1) Raymond Fabrisio & Michele Moyer
2) Mike Reher & Audrey Rigsbee
3) Gerald Marcus & Linda Marcus

Just Hustle Intermediate
1) Ricardo Villa & Sammy Shecter
2) Phil Dixon & Linda Marcus
3) Frank Paredes & Joan Matera

Just Hustle Advanced
1) Jesse Castenda & Erica Smith
2) Jack Cieka & Danielle Odhner
3) Scott Michielli & Elizabeth Craner

Classic Hustle
1) Joel Halsband & Mary Ellen Hood
2) Ricardo Villa & Sammy Shecter

Pro Just Hustle
1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
2) Joe Kerner & Stephanie Risser
3) Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey

Female & Male Jack & Jill Pro-Am Hustle (individual winners)
Novice
1) Sara Jones Michael Couris
2) Judy Smith Bryan Toder
3) Stacy Sansevenino Daryl Pollansky

Intermediate
1) Joanne Piazza Ricardo Villa
2) Eileen Erlich Phil Dixon
3) Angelique Zuccolo Patrick Stewart

Advanced
1) Cindy Lehning Michael Leyden
2) Erica Smith Patrick Stewart
3) Mihoko Ninomiya Jack Cieka

Pro - Am 3 Dance Competition
1) Tybaldt Ulrich & Sammy Shecter
2) George & Roscel Garcia
3) Wingo Hom & Erica Smith

Professional Dance Off
1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
2) Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey
3) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes

Professional 3 Dance Competition
1) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes
2) George Garcia & Diane Nardone
3) Carlo DeJesus & Lori Brizzi

Professional Invitational Jack & Jill Hustle
1) Wajih & Wendy Dalal
2) Brian Gallagher & Lori Brizzi
3) Louie Orlando & Elizabeth Darchi

Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…

July 7, Mon - NY - Dancesport - Legendary Hustle Mondays at Paul Pellicoro’s DanceSport, with DJ Donnie Sheilds, 9:30PM -$10 admission; DS registered students free. 22 West 34th St East Entrance 4th Fl between 5th & 6th avenues. www.dancesport.com for more information.

July 8, Tues - NY HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, BACHATA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 www.LIDance.org

July 9, Wed - NY - “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hosts Simone Assboeck & David Padilla for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Chilly Willy spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students Tonight’s Special is “Munchie Night”: Snacks Galore!!!

July 9, Wed - Pa - Michael’s Cafe, the hustle party lives on, every Wednesday night in Bensalem, as DJ Mark spins the best hustle, Swing and Latin in between. Come join the party, no cover charge and free parking. 8:30 to 12:30, street Road

Big Apple Country Dance Festival July 10 - 13, Renaissance Newark, NJ Airport Hotel, Hosted by Anthony Lee, On line Registration. Country, Swing, Hustle, Jack & Jill and Ballroom competitions, 50 different classes taught by the very best instructors, Dinner Show extravaganza packed with fabulous high-energy entertainment by top dancers, Swing, Hustle, Country Couples and Line Dance social dancing Hotel reservations at 908-436-4600, http://bigapplecountrydance.com/

July 10, Thurs - NY - LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE’S,!! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:30PM to 11:30PM, Great Show you won’t want to miss!!! Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. WCS 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.

July 11, Fri - NJ Dancing at the Crossroads, Dancing at the Sheraton Mahwah Crossroad Hotel Grand Ballroom, 1 International Blvd, Rt. 17 No, Mahwah. Doors open 7:30p, open dancing 9 PM - Midnight admission incls Hustle lesson from 8–9p w/Diane “Queen Bee” Nardone. Music DJ’s Johnny O & Tom R, Exhibition 9:15–9:30p, Cash Bar & light refreshments. Advance tix $20.00 call 201 684 6792, at door $22.00. Special overnight rate. Directions www.sheraton.com/mahwahquestions or William.Adamo@ihrco.com or catchthelight@hotmail.com

July 11, Fri - Pa - Ballroom Extravaganza Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, www.vaidance.com. The best of Ballroom and Latin music from contemporary to classic; Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz, Samba, Tango, EC Swing, and more. 7:30 PM begins the free Lesson w/ Silvana and an 8:30 Dance Party. Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

July 11, Fri - FL - Swing Dance A Little Lindy Plus! Dance Lindy Hop, East Coast, West Coast, and Blues with Cindy. Dance Lesson at 8:00 to 9:00 PM. Social Dance from 9:00 to late night. $10 , lesson included. SHALL WE DANCE, 600 South Federal Hwy, Suite 219, Deerfield Beach, 954-254-3221 or 561-495-7571

July 11, Fri - NY - BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00PM to 12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min. HUSTLE 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

July 12, Sat - NJ - American DanceWheels Performance, Ocean County Library welcomes you to a free performance, demonstration and discussion of wheelchair ballroom dancing with a mini-lesson at 3:00 PM at Toms River South High School. Presented by the first & current United States Wheelchair Dancesport competition champions Melinda Kremer & Ray Leight. Free and open to the public. 55 Hyers Street in Toms River, NJ 08753, www.americandancewheels.org

July 12, Sat - NYC - Lori Brizzi’s Millennium Hustle’s “SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL”. 3 DJ’s, 3 Rooms for dancing. DJ JOHNNY O-Hustle, DJ JEFF-Latin, DJ NOAH-Ballroom (Tango,Swing) $15 includes free class either hustle, Latin or ballroom 8-9pm & Dancing 9PM-1AM.Cash Bar. CLUB 412, 412 8th Ave bet. W30/31,4th Fl. 516 728-6101 www.loribrizzi.com or loribrizzi@aol.com

July 15, Tues - NY - HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, SALSA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 www.LIDance.org

July 16, Wed - NY - “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hosts Simone Assboeck & David Padilla for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Bobby Morales spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students - Tonight’s Special is “Dancers Request Hour”: 60 minutes of your requested songs.

Miami Dance Magic July 17 - 20, Miami Hyatt Regency Hosted by Debbie Lynn, first annual event. West Coast Swing, Hustle and Salsa. Triple- Threat competition, Showtime Contest, WCS & Hustle Strictly, Pro/Am and Jack & Jill’s. Skippy Blair Summer Intensive. Workshops and continual social dancing. Two ballrooms. Debra Lynn (954) 270 - 0232 email - MiamiDanceMagic@aol.com www.CoastalDanceConnection.com

July 18, Fri - NJ - World Hustle Dance Championships Pre-Party, 8:00 to 9:00 Hustle Lesson with Diane K Nardone, 9:00 to 1:00 Social Mixer. (Hustle Swing Salsa Country Ballroom) w/ DJ Dave Muzii, Cash Bar, New Admission: Only $15.00 Jack n Jill Dance Competitions, Raffles, Coffee N lite refreshments, for info Diane at 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net or visit www.dkndance.com

July 18, Fri - NJ - Central Jersey Dance Society presents a Jersey Jumpers Swing Dance 5th Anniversary Celebration at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Beg. ECS lesson with Mike Davis 7:30 PM. Swing dancing 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. No partner needed. $11 or $8 students with ID. www.centraljerseydance.org. 609-945-1883 or swing@jerseyjumpers.org.

July 18, Fri - NJ - Salsa / Hustle night, 9PM - 1AM, hosted by Eduardo Costa w/CostasMusicEntertainment with the Atomic Salsa band. Hustle music by DJ MC @ Mona Lisa Restaurant, 157 East Westfield Ave in Roselle Park, Info call Eduardo (908) 416-6184. Free admission before 9PM or with dinner. $10 after 9PM.

July 19, Sat - Pa - California Mix @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, www.vaidance.com. It’s the night for Hustle & WC Swing w/ a splash of Country 2-Step, Salsa, Cha Cha, and more. The most contemporary mix with a classic twist. Don’t miss out on this one! 7:30 Free Lesson w/Silvana Gallagher and an 8:30 Dance Party. Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

July 19, Sat - NYC - Lori Brizzi’s Millennium Hustle’s “SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL”. 3 DJ’s, 3 Rooms for dancing. DJ NELSON ‘Paradise’ ROMAN-Hustle, DJ FRANKLIN AYALA-Latin, DJ MARK-Ballroom (Tango,Swing) $15 includes free class either hustle, latin or ballroom 8-9pm & Dancing 9pm-1am.Cash Bar. CLUB 412, 412 8th Ave bet. W30/31,4th Fl. 516 728-6101 www.loribrizzi.com or loribrizzi@aol.com

July 20, Sun - NJ - 100% Pure Hustle with Johnny O, New Summer Hours! 9 pm - 1 am Great music, great company on a great floor. $12 or $10 with pass or print out - Starlight Dance Center 7 High Street, Nutley, NJ 07110 973-235-9835 www.starlightdanceusa.com

July 20, Sun - Pa - Dance Party with Donna Boyle, at the Holiday Inn Fort Washington , 7pm oldies swing, hustle & latin, 432 Pennsylvania Ave., Fort Washington, DJ DONNA BOYLE playing your dance favorites, Dress Code: Dressy/Business Casual/Fashionable! More info www.donnaboyle.com

July 20, Sun - NY - BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W.588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:00PM to 11:00PM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min. Dance Lesson at 7:00w/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

July 22, Tues - NY - HOT LATIN, WCS & HUSTLE TUESDAYS at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant/Lounge, Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, 7:00 to 11:00 PM, $14 includes Hot & Cold Buffet Dinner, free water, SALSA Lesson by ABIGAIL DAVILA , door prizes & dancing to a Salsa, Latin, WC Swing & Hustle Dance Mix by DJ Cody. (631) 744-7777 www.LIDance.org

World Hustle Dance Championships July 24 - 27 The 8th Annual hustle competition returns to East Brunswick New Jersey. Host Diane Nardone brings hustle, Swing, Salsa, Ballroom and country to the Hilton East Brunswick, Three Tower Center Boulevard, East Brunswick. Lots of great workshops, competitions, a FABULOUS dinner/show and much more! Vendors will be available throughout the entire event! Visit www.hustledanceworld.com for regular updates and to register on-line!

July 26, Sat - Pa - NO Salsa Rendezvous , on Summer Break, Returns Sept 6th, @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, www.vaidance.com Salsa Caliente w/ Merengue, Bachatta, Cha Cha mix in for an all out dance party. 7:30 free Salsa lesson w/Victor Colon and an 8:30 Dance Party. Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

July 26, Sat - NJ - Highland Park, Hosted by Marc Liebeskind, Ballroom-Latin Dance Social with International Rumba Workshop with Brian Thompson, Workshop 5:00 to 7:10, Social 7:30 to 11:30 , $15 for Workshop and Social - $12 students, $10 for Workshop or Social separately., IM Gallery, 233 Raritan Avenue, Highland Park, NJ. http://hpds.webhop.org/events, 201-320-9176, hpds@optonline.net

Swing Fling July 31 - Aug. 3, Hilton Washington Dulles, DC Area. 17th Annual Swing and Hustle event, NASDE Competition, WSDC Jack & Jill Competition, Over $12,000 in Prizes, 4 Large Dance Floors, Famous “Lobby” Dance Floor, Over 40 dance workshops, WCS, Hustle, Lindy, Hand Dance, Plenty of Open dancing because of various floors, Top Teachers & Judges in the world $90 special room rate, Swing & Hustle Pro Am competition, 1-800 -Hiltons, Ask for the $90 Swing Fling rate Event Director: Barry Durand visit http://barrydurand.com/swingfling

Aug 1, Fri - Pa - Dance Party with Donna Boyle, Holiday Inn, 432 Pennsylvania Ave., Fort Washington, Complimentary appetizers and drink specials 6:30 pm , Music starts at 8:00 pm; $10 Dance Lesson at 8:15 pm DJ DONNA BOYLE playing your dance favorites, Dress Code: Dressy/Business Casual/Fashionable! More info www.donnaboyle.com

Aug 1, Fri - Pa - Ballroom Extravaganza @ Vai Dance Studio, 801 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA, www.vaidance.com. The best of Ballroom and Latin music from contemporary to classic; Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz, Samba, Tango, EC Swing, and more. 7:30 PM begins the free Lesson w/ Silvana and an 8:30 Dance Party. Refreshments are included. $12.00 at the door.

Aug 8, 9 & 10 - Mario “Swing Daddy” visits the Del Val area! Rob & Sheila Dance bring Mario in for workshops & Got Swing? More info soon. Save the DATE!! Rob & Sheila Rob: 609-519-0793 or 856 -858-6753 Sheila:bpurkey@yahoo.com Rob:djrob01@comcast.net www.robandsheiladance.com

Grand Pacific Dance Championships, AUG 14-18, 2008 San Jose California. A new dance event hosted by Billy Fajardo, Raul Ante and Debra Hampton. The Doubletree Hotel San Jose, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, Rooms will be available at the rate of $105.00 per night. Reservations will be accepted starting this May 18th. phone 408-453-4000, fax 408-437-2898 toll free 1-800-222-TREE www.doubletreesanjose.com http://grandpacificdance.com/

New York Hustle Congress August 28 - September 1, 2008 The 4th Annual hustle event in New York City. Hosted by Lori Brizzi This is a Hustle weekend with more social dance time then any other event. Featuring the incomparable Trampps performing live, DJ Jenny Costa, Jack & Jill competitions and more at the Hilton. 1800Hilton, mention SAL before rooms sell out. (516) 728 - 6101 Loribrizzi@aol.com www.nyhustlecongress.com

Hudson Swing Affair August 29 - Sept 1, 2008 Hyatt Regency, Jersey City on the Hudson, presented by John Festa. West Coast Swing Social Dance Event with instructors Ramiro Gonzalez, John Lindo, Mary Ann Nunez, Sylvia Sykes, Charlie Womble & Jackie McGee. Visit www.HudsonSwingAffair.com or call 212 779 - 2700

Swing Niagara Dance Championships September 12 - 14, Adam’s Mark Hotel, 120 Church St., Buffalo, NY 14202 - (800) 444-2326 Special rate: $110 per night, Confirmed Staff: Mario Robau Jr, Angel & Debbie Figueroa, Mary Ann Nunez, Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox, Kyle Redd & Sarah Vann Drake, Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz, Bill Cameron, Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep, Fred & Tina Price, Larry & Heidi Mongeau, Marc Levetin & Stephanie Brown, Lindsay Edgerton, Julie Epplett, Mike & Inge Evans, Antoinette Giancursio, Alysia Bonvino, Barb & Joe Tomasulo, www.swingniagara.com

International Dance Cruise - Oct 10 - 16th, 2008 on the Queen Mary 2, Six day cruise, enjoy a complete dance program for ballroom enthusiasts. The largest grand ballroom at sea, Live Big band and DJ, 3 cocktail parties, 3 formal balls, dance workshops w/championship instructors & demonstrations. Rates start at $1,499pp for details call 754-246-2874 www.BallroomCruise.com

Swing City Chicago Oct 31 - Nov 2nd, 2008 At the Westin Lombard Hotel in Chicago. The perfect spot for a Halloween weekend. Jack & Jill, Strictly Swing and DJ Challenge, plus a pro-show/Exhibition, Friday night Pizza Party and Saturday, late night buffet. Come join Maren, Jason Barnes, Erica Berg, Bill Cameron, Jason Miklic, Fred & Tina Price, Mario Robau Jr, Mike Topel for an incredible fun weekend of dancing. For more details and registration information visit: www.Swingcitychicago.com

Mediterranean Dance Cruise, November 17th - 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 the 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.

Stardust Dance Cruise III January 25 - February 1, 2009 7 nights on Costa Cruise Line’s 5-Star Costa Fortuna, now accepting reservations, Departing from 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, www.stardustdancecruises.com