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Bulletin March 26, 2007

Workshops and Milonga with Marcelo & Romina this Saturday! Marcelo was well received at Modesto's first workshop in 2002. Their philosophy: You become a better dancer not by how many steps you know, but how you execute them. They focus on technique, connection with partner, musicality. Classes balance hard work and fun in a friendly atmosphere.

Hoping to see as many as possible at both events.
The workshop for all levels is at 11 a.m. Invite your friends!
The workshop for intermediates is at 12:30 p.m.
That evening we party at Jacobs! Marcelo & Romina Perform there.
There are a limited number of slots for private lessons.
To schedule e-mail ModestoTango@gmail.com or call (209) 522-1571.

Also in this Bulletin

1. The Video of the Week is another performance by Marcelo and Romina .

2. Nora's Tango Week.

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1. The Video of the Week is again, guest artists, Romina Hahn and Marcelo Solis, who will perform and hold workshops in Modesto this weekend, dancing a vals during their quarterly performance at Mama Art Cafe in San Francisco.

2. Nora Dinzelbacher's Tenth Annual Tango Week will continue commitment to a tradition of world class tango masters from Argentina, and presenting a superior and inspirational program for tango enthusiasts of all levels.
Tango Weekend: JUNE 29th, 30th and JULY 1st
Tango Week: JULY 2nd - 6th
It's a bit cheaper if you register before April 15. See http://www.tangoweek.com/index2.html

OUR CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY (tonight) March 26 & April 2. Dinner/dancing at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. A chance to work on moves learned in class and get needed floor time. No fee, but you are urged to order off the menu. We start about 8 p.m. An informal meeting; some come early to dine. We may dance to 10 p.m.

SATURDAY, March 31: WORKSHOPS with Marcelo Solis & Romina Hahn
11 a.m. - Fundamentals & technique for all levels from beginner to advanced. An opportunity to learn and improve posture, walking, lead and follow connection, changes of weight and changes of direction. The cross system will be introduced.
12:30 p.m. - Exploring the possibilities of the parallel and the cross system: Intermediates with a solid understanding of concepts presented in the first class will have a chance to apply their skills in new ways. Material presented will be tailored to the skills of the participants.
Cost: $20 - One Workshop, $35 - Both Workshops
$60 - Both Workshops for a couple registering together
$80/per hour + $10 studio fee for private lessons
Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club
200 Norwegian Ave., Modesto, CA
Private lessons available by arrangement with the instructor. To schedule e-mail ModestoTango@gmail.com or call (209) 522-1571. Check our website: Workshop
SATURDAY - Evening, MILONGA!!! - see below.
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OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571.

TUESDAY:

EMERYVILLE - Classes at Allegro Ballroom with Nora Dinzelbacher
5855 Christie Avenue, Emeryville CA 94608
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).

SACRAMENTO -
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Argentine Tango (Level I) Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.,
Intermediate Tango (Level II) Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) Tuesdays, 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Taught by studio owner Donna Williams & Zak Brown;
Cost is $35 per person/$60 per couple for each series ($20 for students).

From 8 to 9:30 p.m at Step One, 1920 T Street: Ed Loomis and Rebeca Basave teach an intermediate/advanced level "Continuing Tango" They are focusing on technique and improvisations for molinete , perhaps the most complex element of Argentine Tango. Contact Ed Loomis at TangoBear@pobox.com for info.

WEDNESDAY:
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street in Old Sacramento: Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Tango Technique, Cost for the four-week series is $50 per person; $15 drop-in.

La Práctica for all levels with Mike & Alisa at Step One, 1920 T St. (at train tracks), 8:15 - 10:15 p.m., only $3 for all levels, beginners welcome.

THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento,
6:30 - 7:30 p.m: Beginning Argentine Tango
7:30 - 8:30 p.m: Continuing ArgentineTango
8:30 - 10:30 p.m: Practica
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites .
Cost: College student $25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
MILONGAS -

@>---- MODESTO: Saturday March 31 at Jacobs. Marcelo & Romina as guest artists, performing and doing the music. For more information go to Milonga



MILONGAS ELSEWHERE:
SACRAMENTO
@>---- Friday, April 6, 2007 - La AlterNATIVA Milonga!
Tango by the River 128 J Street (Old Sac)
8 p.m. - Open Practica with Chris & Michelle
9 p.m. to midnight(ish!) - Milonga with DJ Chris - featuring Traditional & Non-Traditional Tango Music; $10 includes Practica, Milonga & Refreshments!

@>---- 3rd Saturdays DOWNTOWN MILONGA : 922 8th Street, Sacramento
Time: 9 p.m. Music: Tango (traditional and alternative) Cover: $5. The studio is on 8th Street, between I and J. Go up the steep stairs and turn left, No refreshments, so bring food, wine, beer. Parking on the street may be limited.
@>---- 2nd SUNDAY / Time 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - at Giovanni's Pizzeria Milonga, 2701 Del Paso Rd in Safeway Shopping Center Town Center - Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East) Contact Joanne Miyao (916) 215-1020 cell or Betsy Gordon (916) 601-8824.
FAIR OAKS
@>---- 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Mirabelle European Pastry Cafe, 7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628,
Phone: 916-535-0100. Good food, an intimate and friendly atmosphere,
great music and Tango. Any birthdays out there? We'll help you celebrate. - $5.

@>---- Every THURSDAY evening at "Café La Boca" at 2600 Fair Oaks Boulevard
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
EMERYVILLE
@>---- Second SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH "LA MILONGA DE NORA"
"ALLEGRO BALLROOM" - 5855 Christie Ave -
9:15 p.m - 2 a.m (at the Main Ballroom)
9:15 p.m - 10 p.m: Class by Nora & Edu
10 p.m - 2 a.m.: Milonga
Class + Milonga + Live Music: $20
Class + Milonga + DJ Music: $15
Milonga + Live Music: $15
Milonga: $12
Refreshments and snacks included.
SAN FRANCISCO
@>---- Thursdays
Mariposa Argentine Tango Club at the Verdi Club
http://www.sfmariposaverdi.org/
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
7:15-8 p.m. - Close Embrace Basics with Christy and Adolfo
8-8:45 p.m. - Int/Adv Close Embrace with Christy and Adolfo
Mar 29 - Special Guest Instructor Raul Cabral
8:45 p.m.-12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores, $15 class + Milonga /$14 Milonga only

UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

From Gato & Andrea offer a 14- eday tour accompanied package.
• AUGUST 11th TO 26th, 2007
NOVEMBER 9th TO 24th, 2007
If interested please check our new web page <http://www.tour-tango.com.ar/> www.tour-tango.com.ar soon!

From Roberto Riobo:
Tuesday 7 to Saturday 18 , August 2007
Includes: Dandy Royal Mansion , tours "campo y ciudad", milongas, classes, shows, tango shoe and music shopping, and 24 hours assistance
by Roberto and Carolina
Barrio Tango Phone: (415)261-0569 email: robertoriobo@hotmail.com
PO BOX 12009
San Francisco CA 94112
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