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Bulletin, April 27, 2009

Sean & Charity finished their rotation with work on molinetes.  Patrick will take over Saturday - the first of the month with its opportunity to pay for all May at $10 a week.  Memorial Day makes it a three-week month. Workshops with Diego & Negracha follow. Be sure to collect your "Tango, First Century" tickets from me.   It may be too late to get in on group rates, but tickets can still be purchased.  The performances will follow a free outdoor milonga, Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16, with a post show milonga Saturday at the Doubletree, where the cast is staying. All invited. Details: http://www.galloarts.org/Events/EventDetails.aspx?id=654


CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK


MONDAY -Tonight, April 27 and May 4, Social dancing and practica at Jacobs, 8 p.m., 2501 McHenry Avenue. A good place to practice class material.  ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink.  Come early to eat.


SATURDAY - May 2, regular ongoing classes  at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian  - Patrick teaching.
Beginner level 11 a.m. to noon,  Supervised practica until 12:15
Intermediate level: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. - Supervised practica to 2 p.m.
$12 a lesson, intermediate students encouraged to attend both lessons at no additional fee, to work on technique and be there for the beginners.   Practica only $5 - included in lesson. Introductory packages available  on a one time only basis for $75, include nine lessons, only usable at the beginner level.
This week pay for the month ($30 for a three week month  -  non-refundable)




Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue this bulletin go to <http://groups.google.com/ group/Modesto- Tango/subscribe>




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


TUESDAY
Sacramento - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
 Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for the series.

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, Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St., Berkeley, CA
Beginning  May 5,  Tuesday Night Series with Sean and Charity
6:30-8 p.m. 8 Week Introduction to Milonguero Style Tango Series (all levels)
$75/person or 65/person for couples
8-9:30p.m. 4 Week Milonga Series (intermediate) - $35/person
Registration Deadline for both classes May 1.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
At 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 


At Step One, 1920 T Street  8:30-10:15 p.m.   "La Práctica" with Mike & Alisa.  For ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.


Waldorf School ; 3750 Bannister Road, Fair Oaks 95628
Classes $50/month. drop-ins $10
6:30 7:30 p.m. Beginners lesson continued
Followed by Pràctica until 9 p.m. $3


THURSDAY
Sacramento 
At Tango By the River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Ed and Rebeca teach "Tango: Outside the Box,"  7-8:30 p.m. followed by a práctica until 10:30, included in the cost but open to the public.
The series costs $50 a person, $90 per couple for the month; $15 per drop-in, practica alone $5. Students should have  clearance from Ed and Rebeca.


At Firehouse 5: 2014 9th St
Tango Explorations with Chris Peake & Michelle Gorre
6:30 p.m. - Beginning , 7:30 p.m. - Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. - Open Practica
$35 Month / $10 Drop-in / $3 Practica (FREE with Class!)


Fresno -
Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave - 7:30 p.m-8:30 p.m
$15 drop in / $60 a month per couple, IF paid on first Thursday
$40 a month single, IF paid on first Thursday


Berkeley-
    The Next Practica at the Beat, 2560 9th St. Berkeley, Ca
    8-9 p.m. Tango Foundations,  9-10 p.m. Progressive Theme class
    9 p.m.-12 Practica
    both classes $15, one class $10, practica only $5



FRIDAY:
Sacramento:
Roseville Dance
3992 Foothills Blvd., Suite 175, Roseville
6:30 - 7:30 Beginners  
Luis El Suave' Cáceres, 916.807.4210 luiselsuave@comcast.net


Fresno
Friday, May 1       8:00 p.m Couples Lesson 
In the Cube room at Studio 65.  2965 N. Maroa Ave  
Couples are invited to attend this class.
$40 per couple  Group Lesson, supervised practice and   dessert and drinks.
RSVP   Let us know, if you have not already, if you are planning on attending.



SATURDAY
Berkeley
The Beat 2560 9th St. Berkeley, CA 94710
May 25 - Memorial Day Weekend, Orange Practica
Sean and Charity will be teaching at the Orange Practica at the Beat
8:15-9:15 Intermediate Class, 9:15- Midnight (and beyond) Practica




SUNDAY
Emeryville
The Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville - Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12  Theme of the Month: Musicality
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)


Fresno
Kathy and Guy - Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave
Beginning Argentine Tango Group
$5    1 hour class  5-6 p.m
$5    2 hour Practica; 6-8 p.m ...Practice what you have learned in your classes.








AND IN JULY:  Nora's Tango Week 2009 - The 12th Year!
 CLARION HOTEL @ San Francisco Airport
The Weekend" program: July 3rd - July 5th
The Week" program:  July 6th - July 10th
Celebration Tango Ball": July 11th (the traditional closing milonga and show)
All classes, Milongas  are held at the  Clarion Hotel at the San Francisco Airport
Call  1-800-252-7466 or Mon thru Fri (650) 777-7771 and mention  "NORA'S TANGO WEEK,"to reserve a room for the reduced rate  of $95 (plus taxes)
For  further details,  visit : www.tangoweek.com or call/fax  NTW Director (650) 348-1140;  email: tangoweek@hotmail.com.
Sign up before April 30 and receive the  price of $320 for the weekend, $505 for the Week, or $725 for both.A deposit of $200 per person secures your registration for any   program. Make check payable to Nora Olivera and send it to: 2841 Hillside Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010.


MILONGA


@>---- Friday & Saturday, May 15-16  Free outdoor milongas start at 6 p.m. before both performances for "Tango, First Century" at the Gallo Center For the Arts.
@>---- Saturday, May 30, Milonga at Jacobs  starting at 7:30 p.m. with guest artists Diego & Negracha, direct from Buenos Aires in their first Central Valley appearance  They will do workshops Saturday & Sunday, May30- 31. 


MILONGAS elsewhere:


FRESNO
@>---- Saturday, May 9 in the Cube at Studio 65: 2965 N. Maroa Ave,    7:30 p.m. Lesson, 8 p.m. Dance


@>---- SAN FRANCISCO -FREE ADMISSION!!!
Thursday, April 30th 8:00 p.m. - Doors Open
The   grand reopening of THE VERDI CLUB MILONGA
8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. - Milonga
The  Verdi Club Milonga is San Francisco's longest running milonga.
Started by Victor Meneses in  July of 1996 it soon became the most popular milonga on the west coast attracting 100 plus  dancers every Thursday night including visitors from around the world.  New hosts Christy  Cote & Adolfo Caszarry look forward to a renewed future for this wonderful and  enchanting Milonga. CHAMPAGNE CELEBRATION. DJ: Emilio Flores




Tango Tours to Buenos Aires 2009
From Gato & Andrea who are scheduling trips  in July & November: 
JulyTrip: Arrival,  July 11. Departure,  July 24
November Trip Arrival, November 7. Departure,  November 20
The accommodation for the November trip will be at the tango guest house 
 Prices:
Accommodation in a 4 stars  Hotel                    $1800 per person 
Accommodation in a Tango Guest House           $1600 per person
*Special promotion for people who already came to Buenos Aires with us:   
 $1500 in hotel or $1300 in tango guest house                                                                                                                                                  *Does not include city tour, Ranch excursion, Recoleta excursion,  Colon/Barolo or museum visit or guided shopping days.
To book,  make a deposit of $500 per person.
July trip: make the deposit before April 30
November trip: make the deposit before June 15
The tour includes:
Accommodation, double occupancy  with breakfast.
(Single occupancy   on request. The cost difference not included)
Welcome dinner,  private group workshops with   internationally  known teachers.
Dance assistants (taxi dancers)  for single ladies for the classes.
12  nights at the best milongas,   Farewell Dinner,  24 hour assistance .
More details at www.tour-tango.com.ar  

Bulletin, April 20, 2009

Sean & Charity taught "ochos cortados" and other ways to get into the "cruzada" Saturday.  Next Saturday ends their rotation with us.
"Tango, First Century" performances will follow a free outdoor milonga, Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16. Reservations for group tickets for either evening must be in by April 22. Write for ticket requests at: <mailto:mary. menz@sbcglobal. net> or call me at 522-1571.

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK

MONDAY -Tonight, April 20 & 27, Social dancing and practica at Jacobs, 8 p.m., 2501 McHenry Avenue. A good place to practice class material.  ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink.  Come early to eat.

SATURDAY - April 25, regular ongoing classes  at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian  - Sean & Charity teaching.
Beginner level 11 a.m. to noon,  Supervised practica until 12:15
Intermediate level: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. - Supervised practica to 2 p.m.
$12 a lesson, intermediate students encouraged to attend both lessons at no additional fee,  to work on technique and be there for the beginners.  Practica only $5 - included in lesson. Introductory packages available  on a one time only basis for $75, include nine lessons, only usable at the beginner level.


Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue this bulletin go to <http://groups.google.com/ group/Modesto- Tango/subscribe>


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

TUESDAY
Sacramento - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
 Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for the series.
 
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, Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St., Berkeley, CA
Beginnint  May 5,  Tuesday Night Series with Sean and Charity
6:30-8 p.m. 8 Week Introduction to Milonguero Style Tango Series (all levels)
$75/person or 65/person for couples
8-9:30p.m. 4 Week Milonga Series (intermediate) - $35/person
Registration Deadline for both classes May 1.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento
At 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 

At Step One, 1920 T Street  8:30-10:15 p.m.   "La Práctica" with Mike & Alisa.  For ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.

Waldorf School ; 3750 Bannister Road, Fair Oaks 95628
Classes $50/month. drop-ins $10
6:30 7:30 p.m. Beginners lesson continued
Followed by Pràctica until 9 p.m. $3

THURSDAY
Sacramento 
At Tango By the River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Ed and Rebeca teach "Tango: Outside the Box,"  7-8:30 p.m. followed by a práctica until 10:30, included in the cost but open to the public.
The series costs $50 a person, $90 per couple for the month; $15 per drop-in, practica alone $5. Students should have  clearance from Ed and Rebeca.

At Firehouse 5: 2014 9th St
Tango Explorations with Chris Peake & Michelle Gorre
6:30 p.m. - Beginning , 7:30 p.m. - Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. - Open Practica
$35 Month / $10 Drop-in / $3 Practica (FREE with Class!)

Fresno -
Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave - 7:30 p.m-8:30 p.m
$15 drop in / $60 a month per couple, IF paid on first Thursday
$40 a month single, IF paid on first Thursday

Berkeley-
    The Next Practica at the Beat, 2560 9th St. Berkeley, Ca
    8-9 p.m. Tango Foundations,  9-10 p.m. Progressive Theme class
    9 p.m.-12 Practica
    both classes $15, one class $10, practica only $5

 
FRIDAY:
Sacramento:
Roseville Dance
3992 Foothills Blvd., Suite 175, Roseville
6:30 - 7:30 Beginners  
Luis El Suave' Cáceres, 916.807.4210 luiselsuave@comcast.net

SATURDAY
Berkeley
The Beat 2560 9th St. Berkeley, CA 94710
May 25 - Memorial Day Weekend, Orange Practica
Sean and Charity will be teaching at the Orange Practica at the Beat
8:15-9:15 Intermediate Class, 9:15- Midnight (and beyond) Practica


SUNDAY
Emeryville
The Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville - Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12  Theme of the Month: Musicality
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)


Fresno
Kathy and Guy - Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave
Beginning Argentine Tango Group
$5    1 hour class  5-6 p.m
$5    2 hour Practica; 6-8 p.m ...Practice what you have learned in your classes.



AND IN JULY:  Nora's Tango Week 2009 - The 12th Year!
 CLARION HOTEL @ San Francisco Airport
The Weekend" program: July 3rd - July 5th
The Week" program:  July 6th - July 10th
Celebration Tango Ball": July 11th (the traditional closing milonga and show)
All classes, Milongas  are held at the  Clarion Hotel at the San Francisco Airport
Call  1-800-252-7466 or Mon thru Fri (650) 777-7771 and mention  "NORA'S TANGO WEEK,"to reserve a room for the reduced rate  of $95 (plus taxes)
For  further details,  visit : www.tangoweek.com or call/fax  NTW Director (650) 348-1140;  email: tangoweek@hotmail.com.
Sign up before April 30 and receive the  price of $320 for the weekend, $505 for the Week, or $725 for both.A deposit of $200 per person secures your registration for any   program. Make check payable to Nora Olivera and send it to: 2841 Hillside Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010.

MILONGA

@>---- Friday, May 15 & Saturday, May 16  Free outdoor milongas starting at 6 p.m. preceding both performances for "Tango, First Century" at the Gallo Center For the Arts.
@>---- Saturday, May 30, Milonga at Jacobs  starting at 7:30 p.m. with guest artists Diego & Negracha, direct from Buenos Aires in their first Central Valley appearance  They will do workshops Saturday & Sunday, May30- 31.
 .  

MILONGAS elsewhere:

@>---- Friday, April -24  Balcony Bistro Milonga, 801 Sutter Street, Folsom
9:-midnight. California French cuisine at very reasonable prices. Dance with your friends on a 120 year old solid wood floor and enjoy the quaint Old Town Folsom atmosphere of brick and ceiling  fans!  $5 cover.
 
@>---- SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento  Introductory tango lesson 8-9 p.m. dance 9 -midnight!   $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Includes refreshments,and dance.

FRESNO
@>---- Saturday, May 9 in the Cube at Studio 65: 2965 N. Maroa Ave,    7:30 p.m. Lesson, 8 p.m. Dance

@>---- SAN FRANCISCO -FREE ADMISSION!!!
Thursday, April 30th 8:00 p.m. - Doors Open
The   grand reopening of THE VERDI CLUB MILONGA
8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. - Milonga
The  Verdi Club Milonga is San Francisco's longest running milonga.
Started by Victor Meneses in  July of 1996 it soon became the most popular milonga on the west coast attracting 100 plus  dancers every Thursday night including visitors from around the world.  New hosts Christy  Cote & Adolfo Caszarry look forward to a renewed future for this wonderful and  enchanting Milonga. CHAMPAGNE CELEBRATION. DJ: Emilio Flores


Tango Tours to Buenos Aires 2009
From Gato & Andrea who are scheduling trips  in July & November: 
JulyTrip: Arrival,  July 11. Departure,  July 24
November Trip Arrival, November 7. Departure,  November 20
The accommodation for the November trip will be at the tango guest house 
 Prices:
Accommodation in a 4 stars  Hotel                    $1800 per person 
Accommodation in a Tango Guest House           $1600 per person
*Special promotion for people who already came to Buenos Aires with us:   
 $1500 in hotel or $1300 in tango guest house                                                                                                                                                  *Does not include city tour, Ranch excursion, Recoleta excursion,  Colon/Barolo or museum visit or guided shopping days.
To book,  make a deposit of $500 per person.
July trip: make the deposit before April 30
November trip: make the deposit before June 15
The tour includes:
Accommodation, double occupancy  with breakfast.
(Single occupancy   on request. The cost difference not included)
Welcome dinner,  private group workshops with   internationally  known teachers.
Dance assistants (taxi dancers)  for single ladies for the classes.
12  nights at the best milongas,   Farewell Dinner,  24 hour assistance .
More details at www.tour-tango.com.ar  


From Marcelo Solis: September 24th to October 5th  CST#2085488
Cost: $2,190 - Until April 24th 2009.  For this  price send a $400.00.- advance (non-refundable). Trip includes
Air fare from and to San Francisco, hotel, 24 hours assistance  City Tours 
A Day in the Countryside., four Tango Classes with the best local teachers
Milongas almost every evening or afternoon., Transportation 
A DVD with memories of the trip.
In addition, we can  make arrangements to  other destinations in Argentina
Marcelo Solis      Phone: 415-412-1866                                      e-mail:
<mailto:marcelotango@gmail.com?subject=Tango%20tour%202009>

Bulletin, April 13, 2009

Unless you left town last weekend for a tango fix, you must wait for Thursday and  our Art Walk Milonga at Concettas (see flier below). No Monday practica at Jacobs tonight; the usual Modesto Tango activity will resume Thursday.

Sean & Charity resume class Saturday, April 18. A "Tango, First Century" performance will follow a free outdoor milonga, Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16. Reservations for group tickets for either  evenings needs to be in by April 22 .
Write for ticket requests at: <mailto:mary. menz@sbcglobal. net>

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK

MONDAY - No Practica at Jacobs tonight, April 13 - Tango will resume April 20.

THURSDAY -  April 16,  7 - 9 p.m. Art Walk Milonga  at Concetta's , 1205 J Street, Modesto. This month the Art Walk got special billing in the Bee Scene section, increasing our chances for visibility - so if you are in town,  join us.

SATURDAY - April 18, regular ongoing classes resume at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian  - Sean & Charity teaching.
Beginner level 11 a.m. to noon,  Supervised practica till 12:15
Intermediate level: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. - Supervised practica till 2 p.m.
$12 a lesson, intermediate students encouraged to attend both lessons at no additional fee,  to work on technique and be there for the beginners.  Practica only $5 - included in lesson. Introductory packages available  on a one time only basis for $75, include 9 lessons, only usable at the beginner level.


Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue this bulletin go to <http://groups.google.com/ group/Modesto- Tango/subscribe>


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

TUESDAY
Sacramento - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
 Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for the series.
 
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
At 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 

At Step One, 1920 T Street  8:30-10:15 p.m.   "La Práctica" with Mike & Alisa.  For ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.

Waldorf School ; 3750 Bannister Road, Fair Oaks 95628
Classes $50/month. drop-ins $10
6:30 7:30 p.m. Beginners lesson continued
Followed by Pràctica until 9 p.m. $3

THURSDAY
Sacramento 
At Tango By the River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Ed and Rebeca teach "Tango: Outside the Box,"  7-8:30 p.m. followed by a práctica until 10:30, included in the cost but open to the public.
The series costs $50 a person, $90 per couple for the month; $15 per drop-in, practica alone $5. Students should have  clearance from Ed and Rebeca.

At Firehouse 5: 2014 9th St
Tango Explorations with Chris Peake & Michelle Gorre
6:30 p.m. - Beginning , 7:30 p.m. - Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. - Open Practica
$35 Month / $10 Drop-in / $3 Practica (FREE with Class!)

Fresno -
Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave - 7:30 p.m-8:30 p.m
$15 drop in / $60 a month per couple, IF paid on first Thursday
$40 a month single, IF paid on first Thursday
 
FRIDAY:
Sacramento:
Roseville Dance
3992 Foothills Blvd., Suite 175, Roseville
6:30 - 7:30 Beginners  
Luis El Suave' Cáceres, 916.807.4210 luiselsuave@comcast.net

SUNDAY
Emeryville
The Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville - Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12  Theme of the Month: Musicality
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)


Fresno
Kathy and Guy - Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave
Beginning Argentine Tango Group
$5    1 hour class  5-6 p.m
$5    2 hour Practica; 6-8 p.m ...Practice what you have learned in your classes.



AND IN JULY:  Nora's Tango Week 2009 - The 12th Year!
 CLARION HOTEL @ San Francisco Airport
The Weekend" program: July 3rd - July 5th
The Week" program:  July 6th - July 10th
Celebration Tango Ball": July 11th (the traditional closing milonga and show)
All classes, Milongas  are held at the  Clarion Hotel at the San Francisco Airport
Call  1-800-252-7466 or Mon thru Fri (650) 777-7771 and mention  "NORA'S TANGO WEEK,"to reserve a room for the reduced rate  of $95 (plus taxes)
For  further details,  visit : www.tangoweek.com or call/fax  NTW Director (650) 348-1140;  email: tangoweek@hotmail.com.
Sign up before April 30 and receive the  price of $320 for the weekend, $505 for the Week, or $725 for both.A deposit of $200 per person secures your registration for any   program. Make check payable to Nora Olivera and send it to: 2841 Hillside Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010.

MILONGAS:
@>---- Thursday, April 16, 3rd Thursday, Art Walk milonga at Concettas, 13205 J St.
@>---- Friday, May 15 & Saturday, May 16  Free outdoor milongas preceding both performances for "Tango, First Century" at the Gallo Center For the Arts.
@>---- Saturday, May 30, Milonga at Jacobs with guest artists Diego & Negracha, direct from Buenos Aires.  They will also do workshops Saturday & Sunday, May30- 31.
 .  

MILONGAS elsewhere:

@>---- Sunday, April 19, 2009:  Mirabelle European Pastry Café
7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks 95628 6-9:30 Milonga ~ $5 cover

@>---- Friday, April -24  Balcony Bistro Milonga, 801 Sutter Street, Folsom
9:-midnight. California French cuisine at very reasonable prices. Dance with your friends on a 120 year old solid wood floor and enjoy the quaint Old Town Folsom atmosphere of brick and ceiling  fans!  $5 cover.
 
@>---- SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento  Introductory tango lesson from 8:00-9:00 p.m. dance 9 -midnight!   $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Includes   refreshments, and dance.

FRESNO
@>---- Saturday, May 9 in the Cube at Studio 65: 2965 N. Maroa Ave,    7:30 p.m. Lesson, 8 p.m. Dance

@>---- SAN FRANCISCO -FREE ADMISSION!!!
Thursday, April 30th 8:00 p.m. - Doors Open
The   grand reopening of THE VERDI CLUB MILONGA
8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. - Milonga
The  Verdi Club Milonga is San Francisco's longest running milonga.
Started by Victor Meneses in  July of 1996 it soon became the most popular milonga on the west coast attracting 100 plus  dancers every Thursday night including visitors from around the world.  New hosts Christy  Cote & Adolfo Caszarry look forward to a renewed future for this wonderful and  enchanting Milonga. CHAMPAGNE CELEBRATION. DJ: Emilio Flores


Tango Tours to Buenos Aires 2009
From Gato & Andrea who are scheduling trips  in July & November: 
JulyTrip: Arrival,  July 11. Departure,  July 24
November Trip Arrival, November 7. Departure,  November 20
The accommodation for the November trip will be at the tango guest house 
 Prices:
Accommodation in a 4 stars  Hotel                    $1800 per person 
Accommodation in a Tango Guest House           $1600 per person
*Special promotion for people who already came to Buenos Aires with us:   
 $1500 in hotel or $1300 in tango guest house                                                                                                                                                  *Does not include city tour, Ranch excursion, Recoleta excursion,  Colon/Barolo or museum visit or guided shopping days.
To book,  make a deposit of $500 per person.
July trip: make the deposit before April 30
November trip: make the deposit before June 15
The tour includes:
Accommodation, double occupancy  with breakfast.
(Single occupancy   on request. The cost difference not included)
Welcome dinner,  private group workshops with   internationally  known teachers.
Dance assistants (taxi dancers)  for single ladies for the classes.
12  nights at the best milongas,   Farewell Dinner,  24 hour assistance .
More details at www.tour-tango.com.ar  


From Marcelo Solis: September 24th to October 5th  CST#2085488
Cost: $2,190 - Until April 24th 2009.  For this  price send a $400.00.- advance (non-refundable). Trip includes
Airfare from and to San Francisco , hotel , 24 hours assistance , City Tours 
A Day in the Countryside., 4 Tango Classes with the best local teachers
Milongas almost every evening or afternoon., Transportation 
A DVD with memories of the trip.
In addition, we can  make arrangements to  other destinations in Argentina
Marcelo Solis      Phone: 415-412-1866                                      e-mail:
<mailto:marcelotango@gmail.com?subject=Tango%20tour%202009>

Bulletin, April 6, 2009

Patrick filled in for Sean & Charity working on back sacadas with the intermediates. No class Saturday, April 11 (day before Easter), but a milonga and workshops in Sacramento with Ney Melo, a milonga in Fresno, and in Emeryville with Federico Naveira & Ines Muzzopappa, Modesto classes will resume after Easter, April 18. 
In May, a "Tango, First Century"performance will follow a free outdoor milonga, Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16. We will try for group tickets for both evenings.

CALENDAR FOR THE  WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, April 6 & 13, Social dancing and practica at Jacobs, 8 p.m., 2501 McHenry Avenue. A good place to practice class material.  ALL levels encouraged.  No fee, but you're urged to buy food and/or drink.  Come early to eat.

SATURDAY -April 11,  NO classes at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club.  
Classes will resume on April 18 with Sean & Charity teaching.


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

TUESDAY

Sacramento - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
 Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for the series.

Roseville Dance - 3992 Foothills Blvd. Ste 175, Roseville,
6:30-7:30 (intermediate),
7:31 to 8:31 (advanced)   Rita Yanson and Paul Wheeler teaching
Pricing is based on the length of time purchased so 12 -week cards are more cost effective than four-week cards which are still very reasonable. 
 
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
At 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 

At Step One, 1920 T Street  8:30-10:15 p.m.   "La Práctica" with Mike & Alisa.  For ALL levels and beginners are always welcome.

Waldorf School ; 3750 Bannister Road, Fair Oaks 95628
Classes $50/month. drop-ins $10
6:30 7:30 p.m. Beginners lesson continued
Followed by Pràctica until 9 p.m. $3

THURSDAY
Sacramento 
At Tango By the River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Ed and Rebeca teach "Tango: Outside the Box,"  7-8:30 p.m. followed by a práctica until 10:30, included in the cost but open to the public.
The series costs $50 a person, $90 per couple for the month; $15 per drop-in, practica alone $5. Students should have  clearance from Ed and Rebeca.

At Firehouse 5: 2014 9th St
Tango Explorations with Chris Peake & Michelle Gorre
6:30 p.m. - Beginning , 7:30 p.m. - Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. - Open Practica
$35 Month / $10 Drop-in / $3 Practica (FREE with Class!)

Fresno -
Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave - 7:30 p.m-8:30 p.m
$15 drop in / $60 a month per couple, IF paid on first Thursday
$40 a month single, IF paid on first Thursday
 
FRIDAY:
Sacramento:
Roseville Dance
3992 Foothills Blvd., Suite 175, Roseville
6:30 - 7:30 Beginners  
Luis El Suave' Cáceres, 916.807.4210 luiselsuave@comcast.net

SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Sacramento -
NEY MELO & JENNIFER BRATT
April 11-12, Tango by the River 128 J Street Old Sacramento

SUNDAY
Emeryville
The Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville - Instructor: Julian  Ramil
Beginner's Lesson: 2-3 p.m, $12
Int/Adv Lesson:  3-4 p.m, $12  Theme of the Month: Musicality
Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m, $6 (Free w/Lesson)


Fresno
Kathy and Guy - Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave
Beginning Argentine Tango Group
$5    1 hour class  5-6 p.m
$5    2 hour Practica; 6-8 p.m ...Practice what you have learned in your classes.


AND IN JULY:  Nora's Tango Week 2009 - The 12th Year!
 CLARION HOTEL @ San Francisco Airport
The Weekend" program: July 3rd - July 5th
The Week" program:  July 6th - July 10th
Celebration Tango Ball": July 11th (the traditional closing milonga and show)
All classes, Milongas  are held at the  Clarion Hotel at the San Francisco Airport
Call  1-800-252-7466 or Mon thru Fri (650) 777-7771 and mention  "NORA'S TANGO WEEK,"to reserve a room for the reduced rate  of $95 (plus taxes)
For  further details,  visit : www.tangoweek.com or call/fax  NTW Director (650) 348-1140;  email: tangoweek@hotmail.com.
Sign up before April 30 and receive the  price of $320 for the weekend, $505 for the Week, or $725 for both.A deposit of $200 per person secures your registration for any   program. Make check payable to Nora Olivera and send it to: 2841 Hillside Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010.

MILONGAS:
@>---- Thursday, April 16, 3rd Thursday, Art Walk milonga at Concettas, 13205 J St.
@>---- Friday, May 15 & Saturday,  May Free outdoor milongas preceding both performances for "Tango, First Century" at the Gallo Center For the Arts.
@>---- Saturday, May 30, Milonga at Jacobs with guest artists Diego & Negracha, direct from Buenos Aires.  They will also conduct workshops on Saturday May 30 & Sunday, May 31.
 .  

MILONGAS elsewhere:

@>---- SATURDAY, APRIL 11 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.   WITH SPECIAL GUESTS NEY MELLO & JENNIFER! Introductor lesson 8-9 p.m., dance  9 to midnight! Ney and Jennifer   perform around 10:15 p.m.    $15  includes lesson, performance,  refreshments, and dance. 

@>---- Sunday, April 19, 2009:  Mirabelle European Pastry Café
7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks 95628 6-9:30 Milonga ~ $5 cover

@>---- SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento  Introductory tango lesson from 8:00-9:00 p.m. dance 9-midnight!   $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Includes   refreshments, and dance.

FRESNO
@>---- Saturday, APRIL 11  in the Cube at Studio 65: 2965 N. Maroa Ave,  Milonga.
 7:30p.m Beginner lesson   8 p.m. dance begins
 $10 if you bring a finger food appetizer or dessert
 $15 if you do not bring food to share

@>---- Saturday, May 9 in the Cube at Studio 65: 2965 N. Maroa Ave,    7:30 p.m. Lesson, 8 p.m. Dance

EMERYVILLE
@>---- Saturday, April 11th - Allegro Ballroom -5855 Christie Ave  Emeryville.
Federico Naveira & Ines Muzzopappa!!!!
Special presentation @ "LA MILONGA DE NORA"

Tango Tours to Buenos Aires 2009
From Gato & Andrea who are scheduling trips  in July & November: 
JulyTrip: Arrival,  July 11. Departure,  July 24
November Trip Arrival, November 7. Departure,  November 20
The accommodation for the November trip will be at the tango guest house 
 Prices:
Accommodation in a 4 stars  Hotel                    $1800 per person 
Accommodation in a Tango Guest House           $1600 per person
*Special promotion for people who already came to Buenos Aires with us:   
 $1500 in hotel or $1300 in tango guest house                                                                                                                                                  *Does not include city tour, Ranch excursion, Recoleta excursion,  Colon/Barolo or museum visit or guided shopping days.
To book,  make a deposit of $500 per person.
July trip: make the deposit before April 30
November trip: make the deposit before June 15
The tour includes:
Accommodation, double occupancy  with breakfast.
(Single occupancy   on request. The cost difference is not included in a hotel)
Welcome dinner,  private group workshops with   internationally  known teachers.
Dance assistants (taxi dancers)  for single ladies for the classes.
12 dance nights at the best milongas,   Farewell Dinner,  24 hour assistance . Excursions to :
Downtown and Plaza San Martin(walking) , City Tour Sunday in San Telmo
 Tango Dinner Show A day in the country, Teatro Colon and Cafe Tortoni,  Recoleta Cemetery and Del Pilar Church shopping  for tango souvenirs,  shoes. and clothes
More details at www.tour-tango.com.ar  


From Marcelo Solis: September 24th to October 5th  CST#2085488
Cost: $2,190 - Until April 24th 2009.  For this early bird price send a $400.00.- advance (non-refundable). Trip includes
Airfare from and to San Francisco , hotel , 24 hours assistance , City Tours 
A Day in the Countryside., 4 Tango Classes with the best local teachers
Milongas almost every evening or afternoon., Transportation 
A DVD with memories of the trip.
In addition, we can  make arrangements to  other destinations in Argentina
Marcelo Solis      Phone: 415-412-1866                                      e-mail:
<mailto:marcelotango@gmail.com?subject=Tango%20tour%202009>