Modesto Tango Bulletin, Oct.29, 2012
and with the First Friday Milonga at Jacobs, we get to experience that.
Friday, Nov. 2 No guest artist, no lesson, just a chance to dance, eat, drink and socialize. $5 at the door.
The next day, Saturday, Nov. 3: Again at Jacobs, we welcome visiting instructor Peter Baldridge from Sacramento. Many of us have worked with him and recognize him as an excellent technician. Mark your calendars and be prepared for different styles of instruction.
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Oct. 29 & Nov. 5. Social dance and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry - 7-9 p.m. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink from the menu. Some come early for a meal.
WEDNESDAY - Oct. 31, Beginner lesson at the Modesto Senior Center 211 Bodem. 2:30 p.m. No fee.
FRIDAY - Nov. 2. First Friday Milonga @ Jacobs Fine Dining. 2501 McHenry Ave. 7:30. $5
SATURDAY - Nov. 3, 11 a.m. Classes at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry Ave. with Peter Baldridge.
First class 11 a.m. (all levels), second class 12:30 (continuing).
$15 one class, $25 for both.
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MILONGAS
@>---- Friday, Nov. 2 at Jacobs. Dance, eat, drink and socialize. $5.
MILONGAS OUT OF TOWN:
SACRAMENTO
@>---- Every Wednesday, Bravo Restaurant, 1465 Eureka Rd., Roseville. Noches de Tango Dining and Dancing with El Suave 6:30-10 p.m. Bravos Noches de Tango menu will feature popular Argentine dishes, desserts, Argentine wines and beers. While you dine, tango music will play for dancing. Luis 916-807-4210.
@>---- Sundays, Nov. 4 & 25. New venue, new time! First and Fourth Sunday Milonga, 6:30-9 p.m., at Mezcal Taqueria, 1620 W. El Camino Ave, 95833 (SW corner Truxel and West El Camino)
@>---- Saturdays, Nov. 3 & 17, Firehouse Five Milonga 2014 9th St,. 9 p.m. sometimes past 2 a.m. Cover $10 Beginning lesson at 8 p.m. if at least four people attend. Join hosts Chris Peake, Dan Printz for a casual, friendly alternative to the Traditional Milonga DJ featuring traditional, non-traditional & Alternative music.
BERKELEY
@>---- Tuesday: All levels musicality class, 9:30 p.m. milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. Bring your own beverage.
OAKLAND
@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, live music! 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m. $15, $10 after 1 a.m.
@>---- Saturday, Lake Merritt Dance Center 200 Grand Ave. Milonga, $15
EMERYVILLE
@>---- Saturday, Nov.10, La Milonga de Nora, Allegro Ballroom, 5855 Christie, 9 p.m.
Coming up: Saturday, Dec 8th, Fabian Salas & Lola Dias
8-9:30 p.m. "Boleos with Fabian & Lola
9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Milonga.
11:30 p.m. Exhibition by Fabian & Lola
D.J. Emilio Flores. $20 class & milonga. $15 milonga only
pre-registration strongly recommended
Info: Nora: Misstango@hotmail.com(650)348-1140. Carol: carolhom@yahoo.com(415)203-8112. Checks payable to: CAROL HOM 548 35th Ave. S. F. Ca. 94121. CASH /CHECKS only for ADVANCE PAYMENT, RECEIVED before Nov. 23. CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR
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 St., Old Sacramento
Starting in November: WORKSHOPS by MARCELO MOLINA, USA champion in the stage tango category in the 1911 World Cup.
-Tuesday Nov. 6, 7-8:30 p.m Elegant Turn & contra Turn with Sacadas.
- Nov. 13, 7-8:30 p.m - In to the Turn from the Sacadas.
- Nov. 20, 7-8:30 p.m Turns & Contra Turns with Lapis & Guardadas.
- Nov. 27, 7-8:30 p.m - Turns & Contra Turns with Enrrosque.
Sierra 2 Center, Studio 1 (in back), 2791 24th St., Michelle Gore technique class. 6:30-7:45 p.m., Wear comfortable shoes & clothing. Take 24th Street (past the theater), turn left onto 4th Ave., then an immediate left into the parking lot. <http://www.TangowithMichelle.com>, (916) 799-1952
Fresno
Dianna's Studio of Dance, 826 N. Fulton, tango champions Marcelo Molina and Carolina Vasquez teach social dance and group formation for showcase on Nov. 3 (Participation Optional). 7-8 p.m.
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
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis
Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.
WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.
THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento
Beginning and intermediate classes taught by Donna Tielsch assisted by Nicholas Washington.
Beginning Tango -- Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. (started Oct. 4)
Intermediate Tango -- Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. (started Oct. 4)
Program includes two practicas (no class but a chance to practice each week: The beginning & intermediate tango program costs $50 per person or $90 per couple and include both classes on Thursdays and the Tuesday & Thursday practica.
Thursday Practica -- 8:30-9:30 p.m. (or later)
Firehouse Five Studio: 2014 9th St., Tango Explorations
6:30 p.m. Beg. Tango, 7:30 p.m. ContinuingTango/ Chris Peake
8:30 p.m. Open Practica $35/ month, $10/drop-in $5/practica (FREE with Class!)
Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10. fresnotango@gmail.com 559-240-3200
FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Tango Bravo - Traditional Tango - Michael Taillant
$40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in
Contact: 707-416-9680,: tangobravo2k@yahoo.com
New: Beginning Nov. 2: 24th Street Dance Studio, , 2724 24th St., Sacramento - 7-12 p.m. Practilonga - combines the best of practica and milonga. Kenny & Chooi's beginner class, followed by a practilonga to replace the YBTR practilonga.
The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave.- Class at 7 p.m., cost $10 includes practica.
Práctica from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Cost $5 for práctica only, Taught by Luis Caceres.
Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.
Emeryville:
Emeryville Senior Center 4321 Salem St.
Golden Age Tango Academy, classes and practica. Classes by Ivan Shvarts,
415. 760. 9374: tangocuriosity@gmail.com, goldenagetangoacademy@gmail.com;
1-3:30 p.m. Free
SUNDAY
Emeryville: The Allegro Ballroom, 5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville
Beginner's Class 2-3 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 p.m, Topic of the month:
1) Listen & dance to the unique musical dynamics of Argentine Tango music
2) Improvise with chain sequences (cadenas & displacements (sacadas)
Dance Practice 4-6 p.m., $6 (free w/class)
NEW PRICES!- One class for $10, Two for $15, $60 for the month
Fresno: Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave.
Introduction to Tango - 5-6 p.m. Basic skill demonstrated, discussed and practiced.
Tango practica - 6-7 p.m. an atmosphere of practice and learning. Teachers available for questions. Social dancing, 7-9 p.m., food and drink available. fresnotango@gmail.com 559-240-3200
Oakland: Tango Magdalena, 580 Grand Ave.:
BEGINNERS: 2:15 - 3:15 PM:, INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED: 3:30 - 4:30 PM:
TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES
From Marcelo Solis: Nov. 9-18. - 9 days of intensive workshops, practicas, presentations and milongas with Buenos Aires' best instructors and dancers: Packages start at $600!!! for classes.
We can also arrange your accommodation at the best hotel in the best location, as well as your airport/hotel/airport transfers, and providing you with assistance going to milongas, hiring taxi dancers and more·
9 Intensive Days: 16 workshops, 6 hours assisted practice, early bird price before October 6, 2012: $600 - $720 after.
9 Intensive Days: 16 workshops, 6 hours assisted practice, early bird price before October 6, 2012: $600 - $720 after.
9 nights at Hotel Lyon (walking distance to Escuela de Tango de Buenos Aires). Single room $945.-, double room $1062.-, triple room $1350.-
9 best milongas in Buenos Aires, includes transportation and personal assistance, early bird price before October 6: $310.- $380 after.
Other services : Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport: Bus $45;
9 best milongas in Buenos Aires, includes transportation and personal assistance, early bird price before October 6: $310.- $380 after.
Other services : Transfers Airport/Hotel/Airport: Bus $45;
Taxi (up to three persons) $125. | Additional nights at Hotel Lyon: $105 single, $118 double or $150 triple room. | Taxi dancer, $35 per hour. | Tours in the city, country side, Colonia, Montevideo, Mendoza, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia and more!!!.
One day in the Countryside tour. Includes a day with empanadas, horse riding, asado, performances, gauchos. $83 , 3 hours city tour: $30
http://escuelatangoba.com/marcelosolis/tour-to-buenos-aires-november-2012/
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From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng: CITA Mar 10-16, 2013
Join Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng in Buenos Aires for CITA 2013,
the 15th Annual International Tango Congress.
To join the mailing list of others interested in attending CITA 2013 click <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001Fo7gspCym-QGxD_LvZBRCu-XeMGzCGJRJ0g6CYvLYYFovGP59FK1FUWSVt6ZdX7RzGayba4Q0sTqsVuRAuk4Tdh7db1anyI83DoOyXPwWPUJtxpBokScPNhrlDnEKNrMxGGRxbLu2-5N92uSHKfQU_UlnotnGOaa>HERE
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