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1. NEWS FLASH
February 14, 2008 Valentines Day Dance At Kasbah w/Guest Instructor Jeri Dembrak from TheSalsaNews.com
Grace's Pictures of World Salsa Championships
Grace & Sue had an incredible time at the World Salsa Championships. To check out their photos click here. To read Grace's article on the World Salsa Champions in the On 1 Division click here. To see Grace's live interview with the Champions only 30 minutes after they won click here.
Field Trip To the Winter Salsa Fest In DC w/ Grace & Hugo on Feb 10th
Come with Grace & Hugo. They will be meeting students and friends at the Promenade Dance Sport Facility at noon. To register for tickets email: Eileen Torres eileen@salsacentro.com
Grace and Hugo will be taking a group to this Salsa Fest on Sunday,
February 10, 2008. We will meet in the Promenade parking lot at 11
am. We need at least 6 students to go to this activity.
Please sign up ASAP and RSVP to grace@dancingwithgrace.com
and sue@dancingwithgrace.com.
The DC Salsa Network is
hosting a one-day Winter Salsa Fest and Mambo Film Festival on Sunday,
February 10, 2008. The day will feature a variety (6) of mini dance
workshops (30 min.), DJ Panel and Discussion, Salsa/Mambo Documentaries
with Historical Discussion, a Salsa Skit, Open Forum to discuss dancers'
concerns, Dinner and Dancing.
Registration begins at 12:30
pm.
12:30-8:30pm - Registration
1:00-4:45pm - Salsa/ Mambo Film Series & Discussion
1:00-4:50pm - Workshops
1-1:30pm - Barb Bernstein-Rueda
1:40-2:10pm - Ty Sims- Beginner Combinations
2:20-2:50pm - Keith Givens-Beginner “On 2” for “On 1” dancers
3:00-3:30pm - Michelle Reyes- Cha Cha Cha’
3:40-4:10pm - Susan Leiter-Intermediate on 1
4:20-4:50pm - Lee Smith- Bachata Tricks and Dips
2:45-4:45pm - Salsa DJ Panel & Discussion
5:00-6:00pm - Salsa Skit and Open Forum
6:00-9:00pm - Dinner & Dancing
Mambo
Films
DJ Workshop & Discussion
Machito Documentary Moderator: DJ Bruno
Hollywood Goes Latin Panelists: Tony V., Andy, Azucar,
Mambo Madness Chris, Sabroso Killer Joe, Mike “”ElSonero”
Palladium: Where Mambo Was KingSaborinquen, Carlos (Habana Village)
Eileen Torres, Jim Byers, Nancy Alonso
Cost $20 if paid by Jan. 31, $25 until Feb. 9, $30 at the door.
To register for tickets email: Eileen Torres eileen@salsacentro.com
CocoCabana--2031A University Blvd. Hyattsville, MD 20783 www.cococabanagrill.com.
Get Fit With Pilates in 2008
Grace Will be Assisting in teaching this Class with famous Ann Hyland, YOGA BUTTERFLY and trainer to the stars. To see the Yoga/Pilates flyer click on the image below.
Featured Article: "Is Dancing A Sin" - A Biblical Perspective
Read this article by clicking here.
2. Women’s & Men’s Styling Workshop:Saturday 2/23/08 @Promenade
Come join Hugo and Grace in Men’s and Women’s Salsa Styling Workshop. Dancing With Grace workshops are filled with a wealth of excellent technique and styling information. Not only he demonstrates each dance movement, but Grace and Hugo have the ability to break movements down in an easy to follow step-by-step manner (a skill which only a few salsa instructors in the world seem to be capable of doing). Every dance movement is broken down according to the "On 1" timing. The workshops that exclusive either to ladies or men will be held at the same time and then will join at 3 pm!
Date: Saturday, February 23, 2008
Location: The Promenade Dance Sport Facility
2605 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore, MD 21244
Time: 12:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Cost:
Pay Online after February 1, 2008:
1 Workshop Pass: $20 in advance
2 Workshop Pass: $35 in advance
3 Workshop Pass: $50 in advance
4 Workshop Pass (Men Only): $60 in advanced
Pay at the Door:
1 Workshop Pass: $25 at the door
2 Workshop Pass: $45 at the door
3 Workshop Pass: $60 at the door
4 Workshop Pass (Men Only): $70 at the door
IMPORTANT NOTE: Since your place will be reserved no refunds will be given.
Men’s Only Workshops
Workshop #1 - How to Dance to the Music (12:30 -1:30 pm): New and improved workshop! Extensive workshop that includes finding the beat and dancing to the changes in the music with notes and including footwork! Ladies are welcome to come to this workshop as well!
Workshop #2 - Men’s Cool Styling Moves (Men Only) (1:45-2:45 pm ): Learn a lot of cool styling moves that you can add to your current dancing. These new styling moves and footwork will allow you to shine while you are leading the ladies.
Women’s Only Workshop
Workshop #1 - Cross Body Lead Arm Styling Drills (1:00 -2:45 pm): Arm styling can be one of the most difficult things to get used to when you first begin and even more difficult when you decide you want to do the "crane", the "palmtree", "the flamenco palm tree" and other technical arm movements. Have you ever had your arm stuck in a strange position while dancing and then had to lift it up to get back into closed position? NOT ANY MORE! Grace decided it was time for some Drills so here it is! A two hour drill class that will prepare you to not be stuck in weird positions ever again while dancing.
Men & Women’s Workshops
Workshop #3 - Balance & Spinning Technique w/Grace & Hugo, Leading Double Turns (3:00-4:00 pm): Our balance and spinning workshop is the most popular workshop we have ever given. Time and time again we have been requested to do this workshop for our students. Learn sound and safe techniques on how to balance and do doubles yourself and on others. Men, its about time you begin your double turns! Do I hear a triple?
Workshop #4 - Salsa Dips (4:00-5:00 pm): Develop the skill of dipping your partner with one hand. Ladies will learn the proper back and pelvic placement, developing the skill to carry your own weight which is essential while dipping! Learn the “player dip” and if we have time, the “Embrace Dip!” used in Grace & Hugo’s latest team choreography!
Sign up now and get the discounted rate!
Dress Code:
Casual, comfortable sweats or yoga pants, (preferably) salsa practice shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have salsa shoes, you can wear your evening dance shoes. Tennis shoes will inhibit your spins and may ruin your knees over time. You can go to the Promenade DanceSport Facility where Cindy has many shoes in stock or the DWG Store to see if you find something you like. They can get pricy but make a world of difference when you dance.
Check out Grace's Shoe Clues Chapter in her Salsa With Grace Instructional Video so she can explain why you need good dance shoes, which pair you should buy first and how to take care of them! Purchase our Salsa Videos.
3. Tuesdays at the Promenade: Mark Your Calendars: February Salsa Lessons.
All Classes at the Promenade are $10 Each Unless Otherwise Stated
February 2008 Schedule
- 7-8 p.m. Beginner Salsa: Learn important foundational salsa basics! Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid to take this class over and over again until you are comfortable and you can then move into the 8-9 pm Salsa Improvers Class!
- 7-8 p.m. Footwork & Styling: Why be afriad of footwork anymore! Grace will be working on ways to do many footwork patterns from easy to more difficult, she will take you step by step in learning shines. Styling class will also involve arm work, finger work and when to lean during a pattern.
- 8-9 p.m. Salsa Improvers - Beginner III Patterns.: Learn beginner patterns that will include the cross boday lead, right and left turns. Do you know how to lead a right turn in more than 6 ways? How about the left turn? Before moving to Intermediate lessons make certain you know at least 30-40 beginner patterns. This will make learning more difficult patterns later easier for you!
- 8-9 p.m. Combination Class: Feel like moving? Take our combination class that will help you understand the secrets to keeping your partner close during your dance together. FYI: You must know a cross body lead with a turn and how to lead it to take this class. Intermediate/Advance Students Only.
Dress Code:
Casual, comfortable sweats or yoga pants, (preferably) salsa practice shoes (for turns and spins on a wooden dance floor). If you don't have salsa shoes, you can wear your evening dance shoes. Tennis shoes will inhibit your spins and may ruin your knees over time. You can go to the DWG Store to see if you find something you like or go online and check out shoes like Supadance or International. They can get pricy but make a world of difference when you dance.
Check out Grace's Shoe Clues Chapter in her Salsa With Grace Instructional Video so she can explain why you need good dance shoes, which pair you should buy first and how to take care of them! Purchase our Salsa Videos.
Directions:
Promenade Dance Sport Facility is located at 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive. For directions and more information click here.
4. Saturdays at Kasbah!!! - Salsa Classes w/the DWG Team! See Photos!
Sexxy Salsa Saturdays has been moved to the Kasbah located at 2324 Boston St. in Baltimore City. Come support the new Sexxy salsa night at the Kasbah on Saturdays. Come one come all!
 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Only people that paid for the lesson will be allowed on the main Salsa Floor at Kasbah from 7:30-9:55. Anyone else can enjoy the bar downstairs or the International/World music room next door. Thank you so much!
- 8-9 p.m. Beginner Salsa: Learn important foundational salsa basics! Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid to take this class over and over again until you are comfortable and you can then move into the Salsa Improvers Class!
- 9-10 p.m. Beginner Level II: Beginner moves to include the right or left turns.
- 9-10 p.m. Combination Class: Feel like moving? Take our combination class that will help you understand the secrets to keeping your partner close during your dance together. FYI: You must know a cross body lead with a turn and how to lead it to take this class. Intermediate/Advance Students Only.
To see photos of our grand opening please click here.
5. Dance Fitness Cruise with Dancing With Grace Productions
Prices from $999*
Come enjoy a Fitness Dance Cruise filled with Dancing & Socializing, Grace & Hugo Teaching Salsa, Bachata, Latin Aerobics! Enjoy yoga and more! Purchasing Cruises with a charter group gives you your own private dance instructors & guide to the ship & its activities! Classes are given on sea voyage days only. No Cliques Welcome! We come to dance, have fun and be merry! Come one, Come all.
Ship Name: Royal Caribbean's Explorer Of The Seas
Departure Port: Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, New Jersey
Ports of Call: Bayonne, NJ -> St. Thomas -> San Juan, PR -> Labadee, Haiti
Departure Date: Saturday, November 1, 2008
 Sailing Itinerary:
Sat. Nov. 1 - Bayonne, NJ
Sun Nov. 2 - At Sea
Mon Nov. 3 - At Sea
Tue Nov. 4 - St. Thomas
Wed Nov. 5 - San Juan, PR
Thu Nov. 6 - Labadee, Haiti
Fri Nov. 7 - At Sea
Sat Nov. 8 - At Sea
Sun Nov. 9 - Bayonne, NJ
St. Thomas is known as an idyllic vacation spot today, but its history is not so peaceful. In the 18th century, the island was at the center of a bustling pirate culture, as swashbuckling pirates such as Blackbeard and Drake traded stolen wares in the port of Charlotte Amalie. This world-renowned Caribbean island is home to amazing beaches, gorgeous sea and landscapes and unbelievable duty-free shopping.
 One of the largest islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Puerto Rico's landscape encompasses mountains, underground caves, coral reefs, white-sand beaches and an incredibly massive rain forest that supplies fresh water to most of the island. At the same time San Juan, the capital of the commonwealth, is a big city with a bustling business district, glitzy resorts and casinos, as well as one of the most stunning examples of colonial life in the Western world.
 On the north coast of Hispaniola, surrounded by beautiful mountain slopes and exotic foliage, sits Labadee®, Royal Caribbean's private paradise. This exclusive destination offers pristine beaches, breathtaking scenery and spectacular water activities. We even have an amazing new Aqua Park for kids. Regardless of where you go, you'll find yourself embraced by the beautiful landscape. Labadee's native charm, along with its natural beauty, make this a destination not to be missed, and only Royal Caribbean can take you there.
Call now to lock in the ultra-low rate
of $899* for this cruise. To purchase, please call
Cynthia at 800-955-9942
today! Mention that you love
DancingWithGrace! to get this special rate! For more details on the Fun & Fitness Travel Club visit their website at www.fun-fitness.com or print out the DWG Caribbean Cruise Flyer (726 KB) in PDF .
* All prices are per person, double occupancy for an Inside Stateroom (cat. N) not including gov't departure taxes, custom fees, security surcharges and service charges totaling J89. Prices are valid thru Jan. 16, '08, or until our allotted inventory is sold, whichever happens first. Extra charge applies for non-US, residents. Deposits are fully refundable if a written cancellation is received before Aug. 1, "08. Guests must book through FUN & FlTNESS to participate.
5. Things to do
Field Trips
Check it out! DWG has launched the first ever "DWG Field Trip Advisor" to update you with the latest and greatest excursions around town and out of town. While the Current Newsletter and Club Reviews give you the big picture, you'll want to visit this page regularly to check out the upcoming DWG excursions. Right here is where we will tell you how to find out where Grace and the DWG team are going and what we are doing. Since we do not wish to fill up your inboxes with unwanted messages, the only way to receive Field Trip updates is to sign up here. Depending on the destination, we may end up at a casino, a Broadway musical, dance competitions, a concert, the hottest night clubs or even the beach. Depending on the destination, we may end up in Atlantic City, NY to a broadway musical, competitions, a concert, the hottest night clubs or even the beach. Who knows!? Spread the word and let's get this thing rockin'! Click here to see the current events, proposed events, and past events.
Upcoming Field Trips
The Winter SalsaFest February 10, 2008
Come with Grace & Hugo. They will be meeting students and friends at the Promenade Dance Sport Facility at noon. To register for tickets email: Eileen Torres eileen@salsacentro.com
Grace and Hugo will be taking a group to this Salsa Fest on Sunday,
February 10, 2008. We will meet in the Promenade parking lot at 11
am. We need at least 6 students to go to this activity.
Please sign up ASAP and RSVP to grace@dancingwithgrace.com
and sue@dancingwithgrace.com.
The DC Salsa Network is
hosting a one-day Winter Salsa Fest and Mambo Film Festival on Sunday,
February 10, 2008. The day will feature a variety (6) of mini dance
workshops (30 min.), DJ Panel and Discussion, Salsa/Mambo Documentaries
with Historical Discussion, a Salsa Skit, Open Forum to discuss dancers'
concerns, Dinner and Dancing.
Registration begins at 12:30
pm.
12:30-8:30pm - Registration
1:00-4:45pm - Salsa/ Mambo Film Series & Discussion
1:00-4:50pm - Workshops
1-1:30pm - Barb Bernstein-Rueda
1:40-2:10pm - Ty Sims- Beginner Combinations
2:20-2:50pm - Keith Givens-Beginner “On 2” for “On 1” dancers
3:00-3:30pm - Michelle Reyes- Cha Cha Cha’
3:40-4:10pm - Susan Leiter-Intermediate on 1
4:20-4:50pm - Lee Smith- Bachata Tricks and Dips
2:45-4:45pm - Salsa DJ Panel & Discussion
5:00-6:00pm - Salsa Skit and Open Forum
6:00-9:00pm - Dinner & Dancing
Mambo
Films
DJ Workshop & Discussion
Machito Documentary Moderator: DJ Bruno
Hollywood Goes Latin Panelists: Tony V., Andy, Azucar,
Mambo Madness Chris, Sabroso Killer Joe, Mike “”ElSonero”
Palladium: Where Mambo Was KingSaborinquen, Carlos (Habana Village)
Eileen Torres, Jim Byers, Nancy Alonso
Cost $20 if paid by Jan. 31, $25 until Feb. 9, $30 at the door.
To register for tickets email: Eileen Torres eileen@salsacentro.com
CocoCabana--2031A University Blvd. Hyattsville, MD 20783 www.cococabanagrill.com.
Things to do
Anytime
The Salsa Grill
 If you want to try one of our favorite places to eat, go to Salsa Grill, Maryland's best Spanish Latin American Restaurant near Catonsville, Security Boulevard, Woodlawn, Baltimore. They server breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also do catering. Checkout their dinner menu. Located at: 6644 Security Boulevard Woodlawn, MD 21207; Phone: 410-265-5552
Ranazul Restaurant
 This is, without a doubt, one of the loveliest restaurants I have been to in years. In a word this location is impeccable: Impeccable service, Impeccable Drinks, Impeccable Wine selections and Impeccable food that is out of this world. The food is five stars for the price of a three star restaurant! The serving sizes are just right and eating here will take you on a delightful journey to taste buds you never knew existed. The ambiance is ultra sheik with sumptuously soft leather chairs, sensitive lighting, and a great sound system for all to enjoy. This location also boasts an incredible mini-gallery of art for the truly creative collector. After leaving this location guests are enchanted. It’s a rarity to find a restaurant that feels like home but with a royal appeal that leaves you wanting for one more dessert and one more bottle of vino porfavor! I highly recommend that you take the time to reserve a table at this wonderful restaurant and become one of Ranazul’s guests at last; you will certainly go home completely satisfied and feeling like royalty! Located at: 8171 Maple Lawn Blvd. Suite 170 Maple Lawn, MD 20759; Phone: 301-498-9666
February 9, 2008
The Latino Ambassabors 2nd Annual Valentine's Dance
Place: West Lebanon Playground 22nd and Lehman Streets Lebanon, PA 17046
Time: 5:00 - 11:00 PM
Donation: $20 per person (Adults Only)
For tickets contact Jeannette at (270) 6972 ext 352, Jessica at (717) 277-7243 or Luis Torres at 383-3150
For more information visit www.pasalsa.com.
February 16, 2008
For The Love of Wine
Time: 7-11 pm
For more information visit www.vincentbaltimore.org/newsandevents.cfm or call 410-547-5548
February 14, 2008
February 15, 2008
Susan Leiter's AliveWithDance and StuckOnSalsa Present The Tri-State Salsa Gala **Philly and DC Meet In Baltimore**
Ritmo Noche @ Stadio
Stadio 200 East Redwood St Baltimore MD 21201
Friday, February 15
Dance with two of the hottest DJs around. DJ Jose Rodriguez from Philly and DJ Truco from Baltimore. Two DJs All Night!
Stadio has two of the best-and largest-hardwood dance floors in the area and it's the most magical place to be.
Doors open at 7:00pm : 7:30pm-Beginner Salsa/8:30pm-Intermediate Salsa
9:30pm-2:00am - Open Dancing
Cover: $10 before 11:00pm/$15 after
DRESS TO IMPRESS! PLEASE PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE DRESS CODE
For more info and updates including Dress Code; Parking Info; Directions go to www.alivewithdance.com or www.stuckonsalsa.com or spleiter@aol.com
February 16, 2008
Valentines Day Ballroom Dance
For more information visit www.mddancesport.com
February 20, 2008
Grand Opening Total Latin Experience Feb 20 at Zanzibar
Join us for the Grand Opening of “The Total Latin Experience” on
February 20 at Zanzibar. Beginning that
night two floors will have Latin music. Eileen will still
operate the Salsa night. The other floor will cater to the
Bachata and Reggaeton crowd. New features will include a free
buffet from 6-7 pm. Pasta Stations will prepare a variety of
pasta dishes cooked to order, Cesar Salad Stations preparing
salads your way and specialty coffee and dessert bars. More
details next week.
Monday Nights
Beginner Salsa 7:30pm/ Intermediate Salsa 8:30pm with Hector "Toti" Chavez
Ocean Drive 11230 Grandview Ave. Wheaton, MD
$10 cover with lessons, $5 after 9pm
MONDAY NIGHT BACHATA NIGHT MANGO MIKES
NO COVER ALL NIGHT! Come catch DC/MD and VA's ONLY
official Bachata Night. We only have the hottest Bachata
lessons followed by a crucial mix of Bachata, Salsa, Merengue
and International Music) You will hear more Bachata
Monday Nights at Mango Mikes then any club in the area!
Mango Mikes: 4580 Duke St. Alexandria VA
Lessons:
8:30pm-9:00pm Beginner Bachata 9:00pm-9:45pm Intermediate
Combinations/Tricks Lesson Price $10
Wednesday Nights at Club ONE (in Baltimore)
300 E. Saratoga St. Baltimore, MD (entrance on Guilford St)
www.alivewithdance.com
Wednesdays at Zanzibar
Zanzibar on the Waterfront
700 Water St., WDC Dance Lessons w/ Eileen Torres
Wednesdays at Davidsonville Dance Club w/David Malek
www.davidsonvilledanceclub.org
Thursday Nights at Costa Verde Restaurant
Jeri Dembrak's Thursday Night in the Salsa Palace at Costa Verde Restaurant 946 N. Jackson St., Arlington, VA 22201 - Beginner and Intermediate Classes from 7:30 to 9:30pm The Best Peruvian Food, Beautiful Hardwood Floors and Ceiling Fans. Dress to Impress -- No Jeans or Tennis Shoes Promotions by Old School Salsa Productions & www.TheSalsaNews.com For Info, call 301-675-2725 or 703-371-8256.
Fridays Nights In Virginia
Where: 4100 North Fairfax Drive,
Arlington, VA 22203 Cover: $5.00 before 10PM/ $10.00 after
10PM (50% off with Guayabera Shirt) Beg. Salsa Lessons w/
Karen Aguilar: 9:30PM to 10PM (Free w/Cover) Drink Specials-
All night Coronas $3.00 Mojitos $4.00. For more info havargas1970@gmail.com
Saturday Nights at the Kasbah
Salsa lessons w/ Dancing With Grace Productions. See details on Item 4 above.
Saturday Salsa in the Salsa Palace at Costa Verde
Located at 946 N. Jackson St., Arlington, VA Zeniza and Joe Falero & Latin Jazz All Stars, DJ Earl International - El Panameno and DJ Joe Falero!!!! Both floors will have dancing. Great Peruvian food. www.thesalsanews.com
Saturday (during the day), Rueda Classes by Barbara Bernstein in (VA)
For more information visit www.danceintime.com
Sunday Dance Salsa/Rueda at Avalon Studio w/Barbara Bernstein (Catonsville)
For more information visit www.danceintime.com
6. Good Deeds: Feel like doing a good deed? Grace’s Pick of the Month.
SARCC is holding a dance to benefit the victims of rape and their families. Grace will be teaching salsa at this evening on February 9, 2008 in PA. Would you like to go and assist her? Email her at grace@dancingwithgrace.com Tickets are $20 and will support the SARCC.
"Healing Hearts with Love" – The Latinos' Ambassadors Board 2nd Annual Valentine's Dance
Date: Saturday, February 9, 2008, 5 to 11PM
Place: West Lebanon Playground, 22nd and Lehman Streets
Donations: $20 donation per person (Adults only) - All proceeds benefit SARCC.
Enjoy exquisite's desserts, chocolates, fruits and cheeses, beer, raffles, door prizes, surprises and more!
For the 1st hour...Learn How to Dance Salsa with the South Central PA Salsa Meetup Group.
Buy your tickets now!
Contact Jeannette at 270-6972 x 352,
Jessica at (717) 277-7243 or
Luis Torres at 383-3150
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