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Bulletin, December 28, 2009 -

Hoping your Christmas was pleasant, we anticipate the new year. Modesto  lessons suspended until Jan. 9, there are opportunities out of town. Watch for changes in 2010.  Patrick will start lessons Jan. 9 & 16.  There will be a milonga at Jacobs Jan. 22, workshops with Polo Talnir & Diane Kaftan Jan. 23.  Jan. 30 will be a practica after an introductory class for absolute beginners, all for the usual drop-in fee, $12 a lesson, $25 for the workshop, $5 for the milonga, $10 with the lesson before the milonga, $5 for the practica. But for $30, paid as the month starts, you can get both lessons and the practica, $10 off one workshop. We hope to do this each month. 

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Dec. 28 & Jan. 4: Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining,  6:30 p.m., 2501 McHenry. Practice class material. All levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink. Come early to eat.


SATURDAY - No class.  Classes resume Jan. 9 at Juline School of Dance, 144 Woodrow (at McHenry)   11 a.m. beginner level, noon intermediate level, 1-1:45 p.m. guided practica, $12 per class.  Practica only $5. Introductory class for absolute beginners 10:15 - $5, credited to class with Patrick, January teacher.

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>

MILONGA  IN MODESTO
Our next Jacobs  milonga is Friday, Jan. 22, with Bay Area fixture Polo Talnir and wife Diane. Workshops follow Saturday. Jan. 23.

MILONGAS elsewhere:



SACRAMENTO
Thursday, Dec. 31 --Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.  ANNUAL NEW YEAR'S EVE TANGO BALL with GUEST SINGER ERNESTO RASSI! Our dressiest affair. The theme is red and black. Introductory lesson on the ocho cortado 8-9 p.m. with a milonga 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The cost $15 per person for lesson & milonga; $10 for milonga only. Champagne and DJ Peter Baldridge.


Thursday Dec. 31  -Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)   - NEW YEAR'S EVE ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!


Saturday, Jan. 9 -- Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. GUEST PERFORMANCE BY CARLOS BARRIONUEVO AND MAYTE! Beginning lesson from 8:00-9:00 p.m. followed by a dance from 9 to midnight. $15 per person  DJ: Peter Baldridge


Saturday, Jan. 23 -- Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.  LIVE MUSIC BY PARLOR TANGO! Beginning lesson 8-9 p.m., dance 9- midnight. $15 per person.
                                                                                                               

FRESNO
Sundays:  Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Learn the walk, embrace, and starting movements. Milonga is included.$10
6:30-8 p.m Milonga only. $5


CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY

Sacramento - Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) 
5:30-6:45 p.m.- Guided Practica (Tango exchange)
6:45-8 p.m. - Open Practica    tangomichey@yahoo.com


Fresno - Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  8-9 p.m.  Tango Starters for those  just starting. $10 per person

Emeryville, Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento
Spotlight Center for the Arts, 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150, West  Sacramento.
Emily Trites teaches introductory tango 6:30-7:15 p.m., Beginning/Intermediate   Tango 7:15-8 p.m.
Step One, 1920 T Street (at the railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa  9-10:30 p.m.  ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.


THURSDAY

Sacramento 
Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)  -
Dec. 31 - RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A SPECIAL TANGO WORKSHOP & AN ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!
7:30 p.m-8:45 p.m Special Tango Exploration Workshop with Chris & Michelle
9 p.m-6 a.m ALL-NIGHT Practilonga!  Champagne toast at midnight!  Come to practice, stay to dance and socialize. Stay for breakfast.  $15 Workshop / $10 Milonga only / $20 Workshop & Milonga!
       


SUNDAY:
Emeryville: 
The Allegro Ballroom: 5855 Christie Ave.,
Four-Week Progressive Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12 
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12
Theme of the Month: "Improvising in Cross System with Sacadas & Cadenas"
Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)



Fresno Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  In the Cube  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Start any time, group setting, learn the walk, embrace, and the starting movements of this lovely dance. Milonga follows and is included. $10




         Tango Tours to Buenos Aires


From  with Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng- 11th Annual
Un-Tour to CITA 2010 - March 12-28, 2010
        3 Options:
                A. * Complete Package 3 seats remaining .
 Will waive the late fee for  anyone who signs up before Dec 31.
                        Roundtrip Air on American Airlines
                        14 Nights/Double  Occupancy at the Hotel Savoy
                        Daily Continental Breakfast
                        Roundtrip Airport Transfers
                        All   features listed below in the "Tag Along" 
                B. **CITA Registration through us ~ discounted + with perks!
 CITA registration ONLY is also still available at lowest pricing until Dec. 31.
For more details on CITA class specifics: www.cosmotango.com
                CITA Package    Price                     after Dec 31
                A                       $379.05*              $451.25*
                B                       $284.05*              $356.25*
                Beginning Package       $279                    $355
        C. *The Un-Tour "Tag Along" Experience   $175 per person
        Stay connected with our group!  Includes:
                Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
                Welcome Dinner in Buenos Aires
                Daily Bulletins sent via e-mail offering suggestions for  activities;  meeting times for taxi shares, dinners & various outings
                Exclusive showings of tango clothing & shoes with discounts
Package does not include  Airport departure tax (approx. $20 USD), or possibly entry fee imposed by the Argentine government. Airline fuel surcharge is subject to increase prior to ticketing. Participants will be invoiced for any additional charges at that time. Participants are responsible for securing their own roommate.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY = $2550
SINGLE OCCUPANCY = $3660  Late Fee of $250 after December 15, 2009
$500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot!
For more information contact:  Chelsea Eng
TangoChelsea@hotmail.com / 415.584.2704

Bulletin, December 21, 2009 -

Happy Winter Solstice. While Modesto classes are suspended for two weeks, there are opportunities out of town for lessons.  Sean and Charity ended the year with work on milonguero style.  We will return from a two-week hiatus with changes on the horizon for 2010.  Patrick will start the year with Jan. 9 & 16 lessons, a milonga at Jacobs Jan, 22, workshops with Polo Talnir & Diane Kaftan Jan. 23.  Jan. 30 will be a practica after an introductory class for absolute beginners, all available for the usual drop-in fee, $12 a lesson, $25 for the workshop, $5 for the milonga, $10 with the lesson before the milonga, $5 for the practica. But for a $30 subscription fee, paid as the month starts, you can get both lessons and the practica, and $10 off one of  the workshops. We hope we can replicate this formula every month. 

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Dec.21 & 28: Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining,  6:30 p.m., 2501 McHenry. Practice class material. ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink. Come early to eat.


SATURDAY - No class.  Classes resume Jan. 9 at Juline School of Dance, 144 Woodrow (at McHenry)   11 a.m. beginner level, noon intermediate level, 1-1:45 p.m. guided practica, $12 per class.  Practica only $5. Introductory class for absolute beginners 10:15 - $5, credited to class with Patrick, January teacher.

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>

MILONGA  IN MODESTO
Our next Jacobs  milonga is Friday, Jan. 22, with Bay Area fixture Polo Talnir and wife Diane. Workshops follow Saturday. Jan. 23.

MILONGAS elsewhere:



SACRAMENTO


Saturday, Dec. 26 - Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento -
Post Christmas Milonga.  Introductory lesson explores walking on outside partner left from 8 p.m., then a 9 -midnight dance. $15 per person DJ: Peter Baldridge


Thursday, Dec. 31 --Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.  ANNUAL NEW YEAR'S EVE MILONGA,  a dressy affair The theme is  red and black. An 8-9 p.m. introductory lesson will be on the ocho cortado. Dance from 9 to midnight. $15 per person DJ: Peter Baldridge


Thursday Dec. 31  -Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)   - NEW YEAR'S EVE ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!

 
FRESNO

Sundays:  Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Learn the walk, embrace, and starting movements. Milonga is included.$10
6:30-8 p.m Milonga only. $5

THURSDAY, Dec. 31. New Year's Eve Party. Details later.




CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY

Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento,
Dec. 22  The last Tuesday night classes of the year (taught by Donna & Steve)
6:30-7:30 Level I  - Beginning Tango learn the fundamentals of  Tango
7:30-8:30 p.m. Level II - Intermediate Tango-focuses on pivots and turns .
8:30-9:30 Level III --  we will  videotape part of this class and then review  it. 
This is a great learning tool -- A chance to see yourself dancing with different partners so that you can review your technique and embellishments.
$50 per person or $90 per couple for the month.
Focus on romantic tango and the music of Troilo. (no class Dec. 29). 


Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) 
5:30-6:45 p.m.- Guided Practica (Tango exchange)
6:45-8 p.m. - Open Practica    tangomichey@yahoo.com


Fresno - Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  8-9 p.m.  Tango Starters for those  just starting. $10 per person

Emeryville, Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)


Berkeley,  TUESDAY, December 22nd @ Precious Life Wellness Village.
2116 Berkeley Way, 7-8:30 p.m. All levels   class on "Economy of the space".
 $13 Personalized attention to each student. Marcelo Solis teaching.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento
Spotlight Center for the Arts, 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150, West  Sacramento.
Emily Trites teaches introductory tango 6:30-7:15 p.m., Beginning/Intermediate   Tango 7:15-8 p.m.
Step One, 1920 T Street (at the railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa  9-10:30 p.m.  ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.


THURSDAY

Sacramento 
Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)  -
Dec. 31 - RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A SPECIAL TANGO WORKSHOP & AN ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!
7:30 p.m-8:45 p.m Special Tango Exploration Workshop with Chris & Michelle
9 p.m-6 a.m ALL-NIGHT Practilonga!  Special Champange toast at MIDNIGHT!  Come to practice, stay to dance and socialize. Stay for breakfast. 
$15 Workshop / $10 Milonga only / $20 Workshop & Milonga!


Walnut Creek   @ Social Hall, Civic Community Center, 1375 Civic Dr.
Beginner class 7:30-8:30 pm. Intermediate class 8:30-9:30 pm. five weeks $45  Attention: Latin Rhythms for tango dancers: 6:30-7:30 pm. Tel: (925)209-4124.  Register on line at www.WalnutCreekRec.org. More info, Marcelo (415) 412 1866.


SATURDAYS
Sacramento:  -
Dec. 26 : At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento:
The last Saturday classes of 2009 (taught by Donna & Steve) will be this Saturday, 
11 a.m.-noon Level I
noon-1 p.m. All Levels -- "Adornos" -- Al one-hour class focusing on adornments and embellishments (for followers AND leaders). Wear something comfortable as the first part is stretching on the floor. We work alone on our technique (not with  partner). focus on proper execution of adornment, emphasizing feet and knees as well as on disassociation of the upper and lower bodies. 1-2 p.m. All levels (but the previous class is recommended) "Adornos -- Applied" Applying embellishments of the last class into the dance. Leaders will learn where to pause for an embellishment (as well as executing their own), and followers  get a chance to put into practice what they learned. The drop-in rate is $15 per class.
       


SUNDAY:
Emeryville: 
The Allegro Ballroom: 5855 Christie Ave.,
Four-Week Progressive Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12 
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12
Theme of the Month: "Improvising in Cross System with Sacadas & Cadenas"
Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)



Fresno Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  In the Cube  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Start any time, group setting, learn the walk, embrace, and the starting movements of this lovely dance. Milonga follows and is included. $10




         Tango Tours to Buenos Aires


From Negracha & Diego Mar. 6-17 includes:
1) Transport  from Airport- to Hotel, and back
2) Hotel selected with the best location for 10 nights.- includes breakfast.
3) Neighborhood walking tour, visits to Noted Coffee shops and  museums.

4) Spanish interpreter
5) Milongas  the best Milongas in Buenos Aires,
7) Shopping guide: Personal assistance in Shoes, Cd's gifts and much more!!!.
8) Special   Welcome Dinner.
9) Show & Folkloric Peña.

10)  3 Workshops: 3 Workshops with Negracha & Diego
11) One CD with the trip

Before February 1 : U$D 1.350
After February 1  : U$D : 1.500

The deadline and payment.- Does not include airfare

Tel SF: (925)956-9965  (925)337-3423   BUE:15-6542-6909 .




From  with Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng- 11th Annual
Un-Tour to CITA 2010 - March 12-28, 2010
        3 Options:
        * Complete Package
                Roundtrip Air on American Airlines
                14 Nights/Double  Occupancy at the Hotel Savoy
                Daily Continental Breakfast
                Roundtrip Airport Transfers
                All of the features listed below in the "Tag Along" Experience
        **CITA Registration through us ~ discounted + with perks!
For more details on CITA class specifics: www.cosmotango.com
CITA Package                                Price                     after Dec 31
A                                                      $379.05*              $451.25*
B                                                      $284.05*              $356.25*
Beginning Package                       $279                    $355
        *The Un-Tour "Tag Along" Experience   $175 per person
Stay connected with our group!  Includes:
                Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
                Welcome Dinner in Buenos Aires
                Daily Bulletins sent via e-mail offering suggestions for activities;  meeting times for taxi shares, dinners & various outings
                Exclusive showings of tango clothing & shoes with discounts
Package does not include  Airport departure tax (approx. $20 USD), or possibly entry fee imposed by the Argentine government. Airline fuel surcharge is subject to increase prior to ticketing. Participants will be invoiced for any additional charges at that time. Participants are responsible for securing their own roommate.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY = $2550
SINGLE OCCUPANCY = $3660  Late Fee of $250 after December 15, 2009
$500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot!
For more information contact:  Chelsea Eng
TangoChelsea@hotmail.com / 415.584.2704

Bulletin, December 14, 2009 -

Sean and Charity will finish the year with work on milonguero style.  Thursday is our monthly social dance gathering at Concettas. Join us for food, wine and dance.




CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Dec. 14 & 21: Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining,  6:30 p.m., 2501 McHenry. Practice class material. ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink. Come early to eat.


THURSDAY - Dec. 16, 7-9 p.m.Art Walk Milonga-  This coincides with the Art Walk when downtown galleries remain open. Enjoy the company, food and wine and dance a bit. 1205 J Street


SATURDAY - Dec. 19: Classes with Charity. Juline School of Dance, 144 Woodrow (at McHenry)   11 a.m. beginner level, noon intermediate level, 1-1:45 p.m. guided practica, $12 per class.  Practica only $5. Introductory class for absolute beginners 10:15 - $5, credited to class with Sean & Charity.  

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>
 
MILONGA  IN MODESTO

Our next Jacobs  milonga in Modesto will be January 8, with Bay Area tango fixture Polo Talnir, and his wife Diane.  Mark your calendars.

MILONGAS elsewhere:



SACRAMENTO


Saturday, Dec. 19 - Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) WINTER WONDERLAND MILONGA!  Wear white! 8 p.m. Introduction to tango lesson,  9 p.m milonga with DJ Chris or Michelle- $10   info@tangoalternativa.com

Saturday, Dec. 26 - Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento  Beginning lesson 8-9 p.m., dance 9- midnight. $15 per person  DJ: Peter Baldridge


Thursday Dec. 31  -Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)   - NEW YEAR'S EVE ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!

Thursday, Dec. 31 --Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento    NEW YEAR'S EVE MILONGA!  Dressy. This year's theme:  red and black.  Introductory lesson on ocho cortado 8-9 p.m.  dance 9- midnight. $15 each  DJ: Peter Baldridge


 
FRESNO

Sundays:  Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Learn the walk, embrace, and starting movements. Milonga is included.$10
6:30-8 p.m Milonga only. $5

THURSDAY, Dec. 31. New Year's Eve Party. Details later.
CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY

Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 
$50 per person or $90 per couple for the month.
6:30-7:30 p.m. Level I - Beginning Tango learn the fundamentals of  Tango
7:30-8:30 p.m. Level II - Intermediate Tango-focuses on pivots and turns .
8:30-9:30 p.m. Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango changes monthly - December focus on romantic tango and the music of Troilo. (no class Dec. 29).




Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) 
5:30-6:45 p.m.- Guided Practica (Tango exchange)
6:45-8 p.m. - Open Practica    tangomichey@yahoo.com


Fresno - Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  8-9 p.m.  Tango Starters for those  just starting. $10 per person

Emeryville, Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)


Berkeley,  @ Precious Life Wellness Village. 2116 Berkeley Way,
7-8:30 p.m. All levels special class on "Economy of the space". $13
 Personalized attention to each student. Marcelo Solis teaching.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento
Spotlight Center for the Arts, 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150, West  Sacramento.
Emily Trites teaches introductory tango 6:30-7:15 p.m., Beginning/Intermediate   Tango 7:15-8 p.m.
Step One, 1920 T Street (at the railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa  9-10:30 p.m.  ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.


THURSDAY

Sacramento 
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street,  Old Sacramento:  7-8:30 p.m. Ed & Rebecca teach "Tango Outside the Box".  Included is a práctica hosted by Ed Loomis and Rebeca Basave 8:30-10:30 p.m. Practice your technique!




Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)  -12/3, 12/10 & 12/17 -
TANGO EXPLORATIONS
6:30 p.m Beginning Lesson / 7:30 p.m Continuing / 8:30 p.m Open Practica
$10 drop-in / $3 Practica only (Practica FREE with class)
12/24 - CLOSED - HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Thur 12/24/09 - 
12/31 - RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A SPECIAL TANGO WORKSHOP & AN ALL-NIGHT PRACTILONGA!!!
7:30 p.m-8:45 p.m Special Tango Exploration Workshop with Chris & Michelle
9 p.m-6 a.m ALL-NIGHT Practilonga!  Special Champange toast at MIDNIGHT!  Come to practice, stay to dance and socialize. Stay for breakfast. 
$15 Workshop / $10 Milonga only / $20 Workshop & Milonga!

FRIDAY:
Sacramento
Firehouse 5  Studio:  2014 9th St  (9th & T) Miguel Taillant teaches "Tango Buenos Aires" 7:30 p.m. $40 per month: Sessions runs 75 minutes.  Drop-ins $12



Danville:  at Two Left Feet.
194 Diablo Rd, Danville. David & Mariana teaching
6:30-7:30 p.m.: Beginners series
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Drop in Intermediate class.
8:30-10.30 p.m: Practica.


SUNDAY:
Emeryville: 
The Allegro Ballroom: 5855 Christie Ave.,
Four-Week Progressive Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12 
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12
Theme of the Month: "Improvising in Cross System with Sacadas & Cadenas"
Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)



Fresno Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  In the Cube  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Start any time, group setting, learn the walk, embrace, and the starting movements of this lovely dance. Milonga follows and is included. $10




         Tango Tours to Buenos Aires


From Negracha & Diego Mar. 6-17 includes:
1) Transport  from Airport- to Hotel, and back
2) Hotel selected with the best location for 10 nights.- includes breakfast.
3) Neighborhood walking tour, visits to Noted Coffee shops and  museums.

4) Spanish interpreter
5) Milongas  the best Milongas in Buenos Aires,
7) Shopping guide: Personal assistance in Shoes, Cd's gifts and much more!!!.
8) Special   Welcome Dinner.
9) Show & Folkloric Peña.

10)  3 Workshops: 3 Workshops with Negracha & Diego
11) One CD with the trip

Before February 1 : U$D 1.350
After February 1  : U$D : 1.500

The deadline and payment.- Does not include airfare

Tel SF: (925)956-9965  (925)337-3423   BUE:15-6542-6909 .


From  with Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng- 11th Annual
Un-Tour to CITA 2010 - March 12-28, 2010
        3 Options:
        * Complete Package
                Roundtrip Air on American Airlines
                14 Nights/Double  Occupancy at the Hotel Savoy
                Daily Continental Breakfast
                Roundtrip Airport Transfers
                All of the features listed below in the "Tag Along" Experience
        **CITA Registration through us ~ discounted + with perks!
For more details on CITA class specifics: www.cosmotango.com
CITA Package                                Price                     after Dec 31
A                                                      $379.05*              $451.25*
B                                                      $284.05*              $356.25*
Beginning Package                       $279                    $355
        *The Un-Tour "Tag Along" Experience   $175 per person
Stay connected with our group!  Includes:
                Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
                Welcome Dinner in Buenos Aires
                Daily Bulletins sent via e-mail offering suggestions for activities;  meeting times for taxi shares, dinners & various outings
                Exclusive showings of tango clothing & shoes with discounts
Package does not include  Airport departure tax (approx. $20 USD), or possibly entry fee imposed by the Argentine government. Airline fuel surcharge is subject to increase prior to ticketing. Participants will be invoiced for any additional charges at that time. Participants are responsible for securing their own roommate.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY = $2550
SINGLE OCCUPANCY = $3660  Late Fee of $250 after December 15, 2009
$500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot!
For more information contact:  Chelsea Eng
TangoChelsea@hotmail.com / 415.584.2704

Bulletin, December 7, 2009 -

Teaching "milonguero style and cross system," Sean and Charity will work on that in both levels through their rotation.  Next week Charity will lead the class; the two will finish the year for us.

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Dec 7 & 14: Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining,  6:30 p.m., 2501 McHenry. Practice class material. ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink. Come early to eat.


SATURDAY - Dec. 12: Classes with Charity. Juline School of Dance, 144 Woodrow (at McHenry)   11 a.m. beginner level, noon intermediate level, 1-1:45 p.m. guided practica, $12 per class.  Practica only $5. Introductory class for absolute beginners 10:15 - $5, credited to class with Charity.  

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>
 
MILONGA  IN MODESTO

Our next Jacobs  milonga in Modesto is not scheduled. There are many nearby.

MILONGAS elsewhere:



SACRAMENTO
Saturday, Dec. 12 - Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento Beginning lesson 8-9 p.m., dance 9- midnight. $15 per person   DJ: Peter Baldridge


Saturday, Dec. 19 - Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) WINTER WONDERLAND MILONGA!  Wear ALL WHITE & glow with holiday cheer! 8 p.m. Introduction to tango lesson,  9 p.m milonga with DJ Chris or Michelle- $10   info@tangoalternativa.com

Saturday, Dec. 26 - Tango by the River 128 J Street, Old Sacramento  Beginning lesson 8-9 p.m., dance 9- midnight. $15 per person  DJ: Peter Baldridge


EMERYVILLE
  Saturday, December 12th, 2009,  "La Milonga de Nora" at the
ALLEGRO BALLROOM - 5855 Christie Ave - 
 with CRISTIAN CISNEROS & VIRGINIA PORRINO,   of "Forever Tango" as Guest Teachers and Performers
Class: 8-9:30 p.m, Show: 11:30 p.m
Milonga : 9:30 p.m - 2a.m  DJ: EMILIO "EL TUCU" FLORES
$20 Class + Milonga, $15 Milonga only,  $5 after 1:00 a.m
 
FRESNO

Sundays:  Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Learn the walk, embrace, and starting movements. Milonga is included.$10
6:30-8 p.m Milonga only. $5

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY

Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 
Cost is $50 per person or $90 per couple for the month.
6:30-7:30 p.m. Level I - Beginning Tango learn the fundamentals of  Tango
7:30-8:30 p.m. Level II - Intermediate Tango-focuses on pivots and turns .
8:30-9:30 p.m. Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango changes monthly - December focus on romantic tango and the music of Troilo. (no class Dec. 29).




Dec. 8  at Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)  - FIREANTS!
 Live Tango Music at 8 p.m. - $5 to $10 donation at the door.
Normally: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.- Guided Practica (Tango exchange)
6:45-8 p.m. - Open Practica   

Emeryville, Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)



WEDNESDAY

Sacramento
Spotlight Center for the Arts, 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150, West  Sacramento.
Emily Trites teaches introductory tango   6:30-7:15 p.m. and
Beginning/Intermediate   Tango 7:15-8 p.m.
Step One, 1920 T Street (at the railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa  9-10:30 p.m.  ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.


THURSDAY

Sacramento 
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street,  Old Sacramento:  Dec. 10 7-8:30 p.m. "Tango Technique with Oscar and Georgina" (all levels).  Included is a práctica hosted by Ed Loomis and Rebeca Basave 8:30-10:30 p.m. Practice your technique!




Fire house 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T)  -12/3, 12/10 & 12/17 -
TANGO EXPLORATIONS
6:30 p.m Beginning Lesson / 7:30 p.m Continuing / 8:30 p.m Open Practica
$10 drop-in / $3 Practica only (Practica FREE with class)




FRIDAY:
Sacramento
Firehouse 5  Studio:  2014 9th St  (9th & T) Miguel Taillant teaches "Tango Buenos Aires" 7:30 p.m. $40 per month: Sessions runs 75 minutes.  Drop-ins $12




SATURDAY:
Sacramento Dec. 12 at Tango By The River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Oscar & Georgina teach
2:30-4 p.m. -- Milonga (All Levels)
4:30-6 p.m. -- "The beauty of Tango VI (Tango-Milonga-Vals)" (Advanced) --

The advanced classes will focus on different patterns and possible variations.
Analyze the quality of  movement, and   interpretation of the music.


SUNDAY:
Sacramento:  Dec. 13  at Tango By The River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.     Oscar & Georgina teach
2:30-4 p.m. -- How to do simple patterns elegantly (All Levels)
4:30-6 p.m. -- Density and elasticity (Intermediate)

Contact Donna at 916-443-7008 or <mailto:donna%40rivertango.com>donna@rivertango.com for more info.


Emeryville: 
The Allegro Ballroom: 5855 Christie Ave.,
Four-Week Progressive Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12 
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12
Theme of the Month: "Cross System with Sacadas & Cadenas"
Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)



Fresno Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.  In the Cube  5-6:30 p.m Beginning  Tango. Start any time, group setting, learn the walk, embrace, and the starting movements of this lovely dance. Milonga follows and is included. $10




         Tango Tours to Buenos Aires


From Negracha & Diego Mar. 6-17 includes:
1) Transport  from Airport- to Hotel, and back
2) Hotel selected with the best location for 10 nights.- includes breakfast.
3) Neighborhood walking tour, visits to Noted Coffee shops and  museums.

4) Spanish interpreter
5) Milongas  the best Milongas in Buenos Aires,
7) Shopping guide: Personal assistance in Shoes, Cd's gifts and much more!!!.
8) Special   Welcome Dinner.
9) Show & Folkloric Peña.

10)  3 Workshops: 3 Workshops with Negracha & Diego
11) One CD with the trip

Before February 1 : U$D 1.350
After February 1  : U$D : 1.500

The deadline and payment.- Does not include airfare

Tel SF: (925)956-9965  (925)337-3423   BUE:15-6542-6909 .


From  with Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng- 11th Annual
Un-Tour to CITA 2010 - March 12-28, 2010
        3 Options:
        * Complete Package
                Roundtrip Air on American Airlines
                14 Nights/Double  Occupancy at the Hotel Savoy
                Daily Continental Breakfast
                Roundtrip Airport Transfers
                All of the features listed below in the "Tag Along" Experience
        **CITA Registration through us ~ discounted + with perks!
For more details on CITA class specifics: www.cosmotango.com
CITA Package                                Price                     after Dec 31
A                                                      $379.05*              $451.25*
B                                                      $284.05*              $356.25*
Beginning Package                       $279                    $355
        *The Un-Tour "Tag Along" Experience   $175 per person
Stay connected with our group!  Includes:
                Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
                Welcome Dinner in Buenos Aires
                Daily Bulletins sent via e-mail offering suggestions for activities;  meeting times for taxi shares, dinners & various outings
                Exclusive showings of tango clothing & shoes with discounts
Package does not include  Airport departure tax (approx. $20 USD), or possibly entry fee imposed by the Argentine government. Airline fuel surcharge is subject to increase prior to ticketing. Participants will be invoiced for any additional charges at that time. Participants are responsible for securing their own roommate.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY = $2550
SINGLE OCCUPANCY = $3660  Late Fee of $250 after December 15, 2009
$500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot!
For more information contact:  Chelsea Eng
TangoChelsea@hotmail.com / 415.584.2704