Seattle Dance Info

The Dance Calendar

Updated 7/7/08
The Harbor Happening: Live Music Night
Rockin' At The Barn
West Coast Swing For Newcomers
Mary Ann Nunez Workshops and Dance
2009 Dance Cruises
Clear Your Clutter
Dance Calendar Through July 17, 2008

Dear Dancin' Friends,

I'm on vacation ... but the dances continue! I've booked some of the most popular local bands to play for THE HARBOR HAPPENING with guest teachers for the lessons. This Sunday, July 13, features the 8-piece band RAINY CITY RIFF RAFF playing Big Band Swing, Jazz, Latin, and Rock & Roll classics. I've hired this energetic band before and received so many requests that I just had to bring them back! PATTI CONLEY and MARC IMLAY will teach a pre-dance lesson in Nightclub Two-Step. TONY AZAR will be there as always to greet you plus to play recorded music during the band's breaks. Full details are below.

BTW, Tony was interviewed at China Harbor last Sunday night and was on TV! Check out this video from KOMO 4 TV: www.komonews.com/news/24031614.html?video=YHI&t=a. Tony is bringing dance superstar MARY ANN NUNEZ to Seattle's Washington Dance Club for West Coast Swing workshops and a special dance on Saturday, August 9. Details are below.

The Saturday dances continue too. The EASTSIDE PWP DANCE is this Saturday, July 12, with guest DJ GARY MASON. I attended dances Gary played for in the early eighties and he was part of my inspiration to become a DJ. The following Saturday, July 19, is ROCKIN' AT THE BARN with guest DJs EDDIE & THE PHARAOHS featuring BOBBY KARCH. Full details on these dances and all the others are in the dance calendar at www.SeattleDanceInfo.com.

The weekly dance emails have already been prepared (thanks to CHRISTINE ARUNDELL) and are scheduled to go out automatically each Tuesday morning while I'm on vacation. They will also be posted at www.SeattleDanceInfo.com. Since the emails were written so far in advance, there may be some changes, so please check with the contacts listed for each dance. Please refrain from emailing or calling me through August 8 as I'll be putting this all away for a while and trying to find out who Ron Bolin is when he's not The Dancin' DJ!

Have fun dancing! -- Ron Bolin, The Dancin' DJ

THE HARBOR HAPPENING: LIVE MUSIC NIGHT
SUNDAY, JULY 13. Tonight at 7 PM guest instructors PATTI CONLEY and MARC IMLAY will teach a beginning lesson in Nightclub Two-Step. No partner or experience is necessary. Then dance from 8 to 11 PM to RAINY CITY RIFF RAFF playing Big Band Swing, Jazz, Latin, and Rock & Roll classics. There's always a friendly mixing atmosphere and lots of people to dance with. Admission on live music nights is $6 for the lesson and $10 for the dance or $14 for both. You can order both food and drinks in the air-conditioned lounge. No outside food or beverage please. It's open to both singles and couples ages 21 and over. My helper Tony will make you feel welcome at the door and will play recorded music for dancing during the band's breaks. China Harbor Restaurant is located at 2040 Westlake Ave North on the west side of Lake Union in Seattle. DIRECTIONS: From I-5 exit at Mercer St. Turn right at the end of the off ramp (Fairview) then a quick left at the next light (Valley St). Turn slight right onto Westlake Ave North. China Harbor is about a mile north on the right. For more info contact me, Ron Bolin, at 425-917-1188 or email me at Ron@SeattleDanceInfo.com.

Here's a schedule for upcoming 7 PM lessons at the Harbor Happening, all beginner level, no partner or experience needed, as well as the Live Music Night list of bands.
July 13     Nightclub Two-Step with Patti Conley & Marc Imlay;
                 Live Music Night with RAINY CITY RIFF RAFF
July 20     Cha Cha with Yu San Long;
                 Live Music Night with MAIA SANTELL AND HOUSE BLEND
July 27     Swing with Winfield Hobbs;
                 Live Music Night with TWO SCOOPS COMBO
Aug. 3      West Coast Swing with Patti Conley & Marc Imlay;
                 Live Music Night with BLUES ORBITERS

ROCKIN' AT THE BARN
SATURDAY, JULY 19. Dance on a big 4,000 square foot hardwood dance floor. Music tonight is by guest DJs EDDIE & THE PHARAOHS featuring BOBBY KARCH. Doors open at 7:15 PM. Guest instructor JEFF HOUSE will get you mixing and moving by teaching a beginner's lesson in Merengue at 7:30 PM, no partner or experience needed. Then dance from 8 PM to Midnight. You're sure to meet lots of new people in the hourly mixers. Admission is $12. Snacks and beverages are available in vending machines. It's a great place for alcohol-free fun for all ages 18 and over. Everyone's always welcome. Rockin' At The Barn is held at The Rockin' Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton. DIRECTIONS: It's just a few minutes off of I-405. From I-405, take Exit #5. Go east up Sunset about 3 miles. Turn right on 148th, left on 117th, and right on 150th. There's a large free parking lot which usually fills up, but you are also allowed to park for free in the adjacent Apollo Elementary School lot. For more info contact Ron at 425-917-1188 or Ron@SeattleDanceInfo.com or Dave at 425-255-9211 or dave@learn2dance4fun.com. Contact MARY PEPPARD at 425-827-8157 or mcpeppard@yahoo.com if you'd like to carpool from Bellevue to this dance.

Here's the schedule of 7:30 PM pre-dance lessons for Rockin' At The Barn. All lessons are absolute beginner level, no partner or experience needed. A WIDE VARIETY of music is played for the 8 PM to Midnight dance regardless of the lesson.
July 19       Merengue with Jeff House. Guest DJ: EDDIE & THE PHARAOHS featuring BOBBY KARCH
August 2    Country Two-Step with Dave Serfling. Guest DJ DAVE SERFLING
August 16  Dream Catcher Waltz

WEST COAST SWING FOR NEWCOMERS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 and SUNDAY, AUGUST 3. Seattle Swing Dance Club invites you to get into "the swing of things" with this weekend event specifically for the beginning dancer. Admission for the weekend is only $90, and includes over seven hours of dance instruction, entry into two dances over the weekend, dinner on Sunday, August 3, plus a one-year membership to the SSDC (a $40 value). It is only open to people who are not members of the Seattle Swing Dance Club. Space is limited, so register soon. Saturday starts off at 12:30 PM and CHARLES ENGLAND will be your instructor. Saturday evening ends with a special dance just for attendees from 6 to 9 PM with DJ ROBB BRYAN. Sunday's schedule starts at 1:30 PM with instructors TERRY WEST and JACKIE HURSEY. There will be a lasagna dinner at 5 PM, plus dancing at the regular SSDC dance from 5 to 9 PM with DJ TERRY WEST. All the events for this weekend are held at the Alki Masonic Temple located in West Seattle at 4736 40th Ave SW, Seattle. For more info contact Mike at 206-550-5890 or mike@seattlewcswing.org. To register online, visit http://seattlesdc.com/2008/04/23/ssdc-newcomer-event-august-2-3-2008.

MARY ANN NUNEZ WORKSHOPS AND DANCE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9. That's right MARY ANN NUNEZ is coming to Seattle's Washington Dance Club! One of North America's top coaches in West Coast Swing is coming to share some of her dance secrets. Learning anything you can from her is worth your time. Check out her performance in this video clip www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKa252DwQUc from a 2007 Jack and Jill contest. Other competitors realized it was so great that they couldn't touch it, so they threw in the towel ... literally! She will teach three intermediate West Coast Swing workshops. 1:30 PM: Back to the Basics & Beyond. 2:45 PM: Easy West Coast Swing Fun Moves for Everyone. 4:00 PM. Musicality with Footwork. Moves that can be easily lead and followed. Enjoy a complimentary light snack and practice music provide by DJ BRUCE BAKER from 5 to 7 PM. At 7:00 PM take an intermediate/advanced Nightclub Two-Step workshop with JIM MINTY and KATIE MCCASLIN. Then dance from 8 to 11:45 PM with music by DJ PAUL "SONG SCOUT" BOOTH. Admission for one workshop is $20, two are $35, three are $45 and four are $55, and include the 8 PM dance. Admission for just the dance is $10. Hosted by Seattle Swing Dance Etc. and held at Washington Dance Club, 1017 Stewart St, Seattle (corner of Stewart & Boren). For registration information visit http://seattlesingledancers.com/fetch2.htm or contact Tony at antonazar@hotmail.com.

2009 DANCE CRUISES
Sign up now for a 9- or 14-Night Southern Caribbean Dance Cruise starting January 23, 2009 from Miami. Deposits for this trip are due on August 15. Or for something different, try a 7-Night Alaska Dance Cruise with Jordan Frisbee and Tatiana Mollmann starting June 19, 2009 from Vancouver, BC, with an optional three-day post-cruise land tour. Deposits for this trip are due in July. Enjoy lots of dancing (with dance hosts) and workshops. For more info contact Cathy at 866-409-7245, email info@sundancercruises.net or visit www.sundancercruises.net for specifics on these dance cruises.

CLEAR YOUR CLUTTER
CHRISTINE ARUNDELL is the person who prepares the detailed listings of all the local dances that are included in this week's dance calendar. Christine is a professional organizer who works with you one-on-one to help you clear clutter, arrange your home (office, garage, attic, closets, etc.) so it really functions for you... and helps you to keep it that way! For more info call Christine at 425-917-1211, email Christine@YourEssentialSolutions.com or visit www.YourEssentialSolutions.com.

DANCE CALENDAR

Through July 17, 2008

HOW TO USE THIS CALENDAR:
UP TO TWO WEEKS OF DANCES ARE LISTED. When viewing the listings, please note the date(s) that precede each dance. Friday dances held only on the first week are listed first, followed by Friday dances held on both weeks, ending with Friday dances held only on the second week . . . and so on for each day.

Changes and errors can occur. Please check with the contacts listed before attending. Unless indicated otherwise, all venues are smoke-free due to Washington State laws. If you ever fail to receive the weekly dance email you can find it posted at www.SeattleDanceInfo.com.

FRIDAYS

Friday, July 4 and Friday, July 11
THE ROCKIN' HORSE DANCE BARN DANCE. Celebrate Independence Day with this party, potluck and fireworks on a big screen TV. July 4 starts off with a Country Two-Step lesson at 7 PM; potluck at 8:30 PM. DJ DAVE SERFLING plays a variety of music from 8 to 11:30 PM, including Country Two-Step, West and East Coast Swing, Line Dances, Ballroom, and more. The lesson on July 11 is Nightclub Two-Step with a guest instructor and DJ. Admission is $12 for the lesson and dance, or $10 for either the lesson or the dance. Ages 18 and over. Alcohol-free atmosphere. The Rockin' Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton. For more info call Dave at 425-255-9211, email dave@learn2dance4fun.com or visit www.learn2dance4fun.com.

Friday, July 4 and Friday, July 11
WASHINGTON DANCE CLUB FRIDAYS. Arrive at 8 PM for a dance workshop in Waltz on July 4 and Samba on July 11. Dance from 9 to 11:30 PM to Ballroom, Latin and Swing music. There's something for everyone: slow and romantic to jumpin' and jivin'; Big Band sound to Top Forties. Come solo or with a partner. Admission is $10 for both the lesson and the dance; half-price for under 18 and students with ID. Washington Dance Club, 1017 Stewart St, Seattle. For more info call 206-628-8939 or visit www.washingtondance.com.

Friday, July 4 and Friday, July 11
OLYMPIA UNITED SINGLES TGIF DANCE. Arrive at 6:30 PM for a lesson, then dance to 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and some 90s, plus Swing and Line dance music from 7 to 10:30 PM every Friday with various DJs. Admission is $5. The Moose Lodge has a restaurant attached. New Location: The Moose Lodge, 2752 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia. Directions: From I-5 northbound, take exit 107. Turn left from ramp to Pacific Ave. Stay in right lane for 1/2 mile. From I-Southbound I-5, Exit 107. Turn right onto Pacific Ave, stay in right lane for 1/2 mile. For more info email salsamaggie@comcast.net or visit www.unitedsingles.org.

Friday, July 4 (?) and Friday, July 11
PACIFIC DANCE ACADEMY PARTY. (July 4 dance is unconfirmed.) Take a free dance lesson at 8 PM, followed by dancing from 8:30 to 11 PM to a variety of popular Ballroom music. Admission is $7. Pacific Dance Academy, Chong-Wa Benevolent Assoc., 522 7th Ave S, Seattle. For more info call Li Qian at 425-255-6122 or 206-778-6422, email qianli@comcast.net or visit www.pacificdanceacademy.com.

Friday, July 11
NEW! SALSA DANCE PARTY. Arrive at 7 PM for a free pre-dance Salsa workshop with PAM JOHNSON. Enjoy a Salsa dance in this new venue in South Central Seattle from 7:30 to 10 PM. My World Dance and Fitness Studio, 849 Hiawatha Pl S, Seattle. For more info call 206-861-2500, email myworld@myworld-df.com or visit www.myworld-df.com.

Friday, July 11
SEATTLE HUSTLE CLUB DANCE. (On the 2nd Friday this month only.) Dance to Hustle, West Coast Swing, Nightclub Two-Step, plus Country, Salsa, a little bit of Ballroom, Cha Cha and anything else you want. Arrive at 7:30 PM for an Intro to Hustle lesson. Learn some intermediate Hustle moves in the 8:15 PM lesson. Dance from 9 to 11:30 PM to music played by DJ VICKI GABRIELLE. Lessons $5 each, dance $8, one lesson and dance $10, both lessons and dance $15. Juanita Community Club, 13027 100th Ave NE, Juanita (near Kirkland). Directions: From I-405 take the 124th St exit and stay left. Head west at the light. Go to 100th and turn right. The club is on the left just before the light at 132nd. For more info contact Tom at tom.clifton@comcast.net or 253-737-4224 or Vicki at vjdance@yahoo.com or 206-200-1171 or visit www.seattlehustleclub.com.

Friday, July 11
FUNKY FRIDAYS. (No dance on July 4.) This dance featuring West Coast Swing lessons and music with TERRY WEST and JACKIE HURSEY has moved to Jay's Dance Experience, which has a warm atmosphere and large dance floor. Beginner's lesson at 7 PM covers basic patterns and techniques. Intermediate lesson at 8 PM adds fun variations. Then stay for dance that follows from 9 PM to Midnight. Drop-in admission is $15 for one lesson and the dance, $20 for both lessons and the dance, $10 for the dance only. There is a price discount if you join the CutARug Swing Dance Club. Jay's Dance Experience, 18005 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline (above the Highland Ice Arena). For more info contact Terry West at 206-786-3421, email CutARug@comcast.net or visit www.terrywestproductions.com.

Friday, July 11
SONNY'S WALTZ NIGHT. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a pre-dance lesson in Waltz taught by SONNY NEWMAN. Then dance from 8:30 PM to Midnight to live music by CHASSEZ. Admission is $5 for the lesson and $12 for the dance, and includes refreshments. This dance is on the second Friday of each month. Sonny Newman's Dance Hall, 201 N. 85th St, Seattle (Greenwood District). For more info call Sonny at 206-784-3010, email sonnynewman@tangoseattle.com or visit www.tangoseattle.com.

Friday, July 11
HIGHLINER PUB DANCE. Come on out and support live music in Seattle. RAINY CITY RIFF RAFF will play a great mix of Swing, Ballroom and Latin at the Highliner from 9 PM to Midnight. The tables get pushed back, creating a great space to dance. Admission is $5. There's plenty of parking. Ages 21 and over. The Highliner Pub, Fisherman's Terminal, 3909 18th Ave W, Seattle. For band info email shufflebubba@yahoo.com or visit www.rainycityriffraff.com. For venue info call 206-283-2233.

Friday, July 11
OLYMPIA LOVE TO DANCE CLUB. Arrive at 7 PM for a dance lesson. Dance from 8 to 11 PM to live music by KATZENJAMMER. The music mix is generally Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing (East and West Coast), Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Salsa, Samba and Night Club Two-Step. Admission is $10. Ages 21 and over. This dance is on the second Friday of every month in the upstairs ballroom of the Olympia Eagles, 805 4th Ave E, Olympia. For more info call 360-352-0910.

Friday, July 11
DANCEWORKS STUDIO PARTY. (No dance on July 4.) Arrive at 8:15 PM for a Nightclub Two-Step lesson, then dance from 9 to 11:30 PM. Visit the website for current info on lessons. Admission is $10 for both the lesson and dance party, with mixed music on the main floor and West Coast Swing, Salsa or Tango in the upper ballroom, depending on the night. This dance is usually held every Friday. DanceWorks Studio, 16641 Redmond Way, Redmond. For more info call 425-869-7595, email info@danceworksstudio.com or visit www.danceworksstudio.com.

Friday, July 11
ABBEY BALLROOM DANCE. (No dance on July 4.) Arrive at 7 PM for a beginning Ballroom lesson, $10. Dance every Friday to a variety of Ballroom music with DJ ROB from 8 to 10 PM in a renovated historic church in downtown Tacoma. Admission is $7 for the dance. Abbey Ballroom, 1901 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma. For more info call 253-572-5424, email info@abbeyballroom.com or visit www.abbeyballroom.com.

Friday, July 11
HIGHWAY 99 BLUES CLUB. Come out for a CD Release Party with RUBY DEE & THE SNAKEHANDLERS playing Honky Tonk, Country, Rockabilly, Western Swing and good old-fashioned Rock ’n’ Roll. The music starts at 9 PM and continues to 1 or 1:30 AM. THE BASTARD SONS OF JOHNNY CASH will also be playing Honky Tonk Blues. Admission is $12. Ages 21 and over. Highway 99 Blues Club, 1414 Alaskan Way, Seattle. For more info call 206-382-2171, email getinfo@highwayninetynine.com or visit www.highwayninetynine.com. For more info on the band visit www.rubydeemusic.com.

Friday, July 11
CENTURY TANGO. Arrive at 9 PM for a Tango lesson, then dance from 9:30 PM to 1 AM. Admission is $7 for the lesson and dance. Ages 21 and over. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Friday, July 11
HALO ALL AGES SALSA. Arrive at 9 PM for a Salsa lesson. Dance to Salsa music with DJ CEBRINA from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Admission for the lesson and dance is $5. All ages. No street shoes please. Held most every Friday (except the first Friday), at HaLo (Century Ballroom's second location), above Brocklind's Costume Shop at 500 E Pike St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Friday, July 11
BELLINGHAM U-AND-ME DANCE PARTY. (No dance on July 4.) Start with a dance lesson at 8 PM, then dance to Ballroom, Latin, Swing and more from 9 to 11 PM every Friday in Bellingham on a 4,000 sq. ft. dance floor. The lesson is American Tango on July 11. Admission is $12 for lesson and dance ($10 for seniors and students), or $10 for the dance only ($7 for seniors and students). No partner required and alcohol-free environment. The Majestic, 1027 N Forest St, Bellingham. For more info or directions contact 360-676-0292, email info@uandmedance.com or visit www.uandmedance.com.

SATURDAYS

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
CENTURY SALSA. Arrive at 8:30 PM for a Salsa lesson, then dance to DJ'd music from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Admission is $12 for the lesson and dance or $7 for just the dance. Ages 21 and over. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
SONG SCOUT SATURDAYS. Dance most Saturdays from 9 PM to Midnight to West Coast Swing and Nightclub Two-Step music played DJ PAUL BOOTH. On July 5, ROBB BRYAN will be the guest DJ. The music tends to be contemporary pop music and alternative rock hits with other styles mixed in. Arrive at 8 PM for an intermediate WCS lesson for $5; drop-ins are welcome. Admission is for the dance is $8. Kirkland Dance Center, 835 7th Ave, Kirkland. For more info contact Paul at pbooth@comcast.net or visit www.songscout.net.

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
TANGO UNDERGROUND. Dance from 9:30 PM to 1 AM every Saturday to sensual Argentine Tango music. Music is by DJ TONY FAN, DJ JEANNE CASTLE, DJ ANA WAISMAN or DJ ELEMER DUBROVAY. Admission is $7 (except special events). Hosted by ILANA RUBIN and TONY FAN. Dance Underground, 340 15th E, Seattle. For more info contact Tony or Ilana at 206-781-9553, or visit www.seattletango.com.

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
CROSSROADS LIVE MUSIC. Ever dance in a mall? Well, now you can! Tiled floor and a bit of room to dance from 7:30 to 10 PM with MACH ONE JAZZ ORCHESTRA on July 5 and BLUE 4 TRIO on July 12. Free, all ages welcome. Crossroads Shopping Center, 15600 NE 8th St, Bellevue. For more info, contact Crossroads Shopping Center at 425-644-1111, email info@crossroadsbellevue.com or visit www.crossroadsbellevue.com.

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
SALSA AT THE ABBEY. South Sound Salseros invite you to groove to the sensuous rhythms of the most popular Latin dances. Work up a steam to Salsa, Merengue, Rumba, Cha-Cha-Cha, and Bachata, all in the comforts of the beautiful Abbey Ballroom. Come for an introductory Salsa lesson with DJ ANGEL at 9 PM then dance from 9:30 PM to 1 AM. Admission is $5 adults, $3 for ages 12 to 18. The admission is $10 when there is live music. Dance Salsa every Saturday: first, third and fifth Saturdays are upstairs, and second and fourth Saturdays are downstairs. Abbey Ballroom, 1901 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma. For more info call Angel Ortiz Hernandez at 253-503-6614 or email aortiz@commhealth.org. For venue info visit www.abbeyballroom.com.

Saturday, July 5 and Saturday, July 12
4TH AVENUE LINDY LOUNGE. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a beginner's Swing lesson, free with admission. Dance from 8 to 11:30 PM every Saturday in Olympia. Admission is $5. Olympia Eagles, 805 4th Ave E, Olympia. Directions: From I-5, take exit 105. Follow signs toward Port of Olympia. This road becomes Plum St SE. Turn right onto 4th Ave E, then turn right into the first driveway. Dance is on the second floor. For more info contact 4thavelindylounge@gmail.com.

Saturday, July 12
EASTSIDE PWP DANCE. Come on out to the big Vasa Park Ballroom for one of the most popular singles dances in the area! Dance with hundreds of people on the big hardwood floor. Doors open at 7 PM for socializing. At 7:30 PM join in on a beginning East Coast Swing dance lesson with PATTI CONELY and MARC IMLAY. This is not only a way to learn a few dance steps, but also a great way to meet other people as we rotate partners. Then dance from 8:30 PM to Midnight to the music played by DJ GARY MASON. Admission is $12 to the general public or just $8 if you are a Parents Without Partners member. These dances are open to all adults as a fundraiser to support children's programs for this non-profit group. Snacks and soft drinks are available for purchase. There's no alcohol. Wear smart casual attire. Vasa Park Social Hall, 3549 West Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Bellevue. DIRECTIONS: From I-90 eastbound, take Exit #13. Stay left at the fork in the ramp. At the end of the exit you will be northbound on W Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE. Go about one mile. The Vasa Park Ballroom is on the left at SE 38th St. There's plenty of free parking. For more info call 206-517-2700 or visit www.pwp55.org.

Saturday, July 12
NORTHWEST DANCE NETWORK DANCE. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a pre-dance workshop, "Simple-yet-sophisticated Swing Footwork," taught by NANCY FRI and GUY CARIDI. Then dance from 8:30 PM to Midnight to the live music of THE MAX BAND, with a great dancing groove, whether they’re playing Swing, Blues, Waltz or Cha Cha. The dance is alcohol-free. Dancers should wear shoes that do not leave marks on the dance floor. Workshop is $10, the dance is $13; or both for $17. Leif Erikson Ballroom, 2245 NW 57th, Seattle (Ballard). For more info call 206-781-1238, email info@nwdance.net or visit www.nwdance.net.

Saturday, July 12
CAJUN/ZYDECO AT THE HIGHLINER. Come dance to live music with SWAMP SOUL. Dancing from 8 PM to at least 11 PM to traditional and contemporary Cajun, Creole, and Zydeco dance music from Louisiana. Admission is $12. Ages 21 and over. Highliner Pub in Fisherman's Terminal, 3909 18th Ave W, Seattle. For a map visit www.highlinerpub.com. For more info and music samples visit www.swampsoulband.com or call 206-283-2233.

Saturday, July 12
LEFT FOOT BOOGIE DANCE. Host JODI invites everyone for a fun evening of Swing, Salsa and more. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a pre-dance lesson. Dance to a variety of music from 8:30 to 11:30 PM. Admission is $10. Please bring goodies for the finger-food potluck. Bothell Sons of Norway, 23905 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Bothell. For more info email jodi@leftfootboogie.com or call 206-361-7318 or visit www.leftfootboogie.com.

Saturday, July 12
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND DANCE. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a Boogie Woogie Swing workshop taught by SHEILA PHILLIPS. Then dance Swing, Salsa, Blues, Ballroom and Latin with DJ SHEILA from 8:15 to 10:30 PM. Partners are not necessary and dress is casual. Please wear shoes that will not mark the beautiful wooden floor. Admission to the workshop (dance included) is $10 for adults and $5 for teens. Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd, Bainbridge Island. For more info email Sheila at sheila@educatedfeet.net or call 206-842-3012 or visit www.educatedfeet.net.

Saturday, July 12
RHYTHM REVUE. Dance the Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Shag and more at this Swing dance with unique classes and vintage Swing and Jazz music. Arrive at 8 PM for a specialty class for $5. Then dance from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Admission is $5 ($3 for students) for tonight's DJ'd music. (Admission is $8 when there is live music.) All ages welcome. This dance is held on the second and fourth Saturday of each month and is hosted by ROBIN NUNNALLY and FREDDIE DICKINSON. Sonny Newman's Dance Hall, 201 N 85th St, Seattle (Greenwood District). For more info contact rhythm.review@gmail.com or visit www.rhythmrevue.org.

Saturday, July 12
STUDIO 6 BALLROOM DANCE PARTY. Arrive at 7:30 PM for a dance workshop. Dance from 8 to 11:30 PM to Smooth, Latin, Swing and more with DJ SAP, who also takes requests. Admission is $5 and includes the workshop. Studio 6 Ballroom, 2608 6th Ave, Tacoma. Phone: 253-905-5301. For more info email Natasha at info@Studio6Ballroom.com or visit www.studio6ballroom.com.

Saturday, July 12
OLYMPIA ELKS DANCE. Come out on second and fourth Saturdays for a dance lesson from 8 to 9 PM with CHAR ALEXANDER and ALAN PROVENCHER, then dance from 9 PM to Midnight to a variety of popular Country, Swing and Line Dance music. Admission is $5. You can order drinks in the lounge, which is air-conditioned. Ages 21 and over. Olympia Elks, 1818 Fourth Ave, Olympia. For info call 360-753-0186.

Saturday, July 12
WHIDBEY ISLAND DANCE. Dance on the second Saturday of each month from 7:30 to 10:30 PM on Whidbey Island. Tonight's dance features DILLINGER'S CLAMBAKE playing American dance hall classics. This dance is a benefit for Bayview Community Hall. Admission is $10. Bayview Community Hall, 5642 Bayview Rd, Langley. For more info visit www.bayviewhall.org.

Saturday, July 12
BLUE MOON BALLROOM IN BELLINGHAM. (No dance on July 5.) Arrive at 8 PM for a lesson in Salsa on July 12. Dance from 9 to 11 PM to Ballroom, Swing, Salsa, Argentine Tango and more. Admission is $10 for the lesson and dance; $8 for students, seniors and USA Dance members. Blue Moon Ballroom, 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham. For more info call 360-647-9778, email bluemoonballroom@gmail.com or visit www.thebluemoonballroom.com.

Saturday, July 12
BELLINGHAM TANGO BY THE BAY. USA Dance Bellingham invites you to dance at the Squalicum Yacht Club. Take a beginning Argentine Tango lesson at 8 PM. Dance from 9 to 11 PM. Come dance every second Saturday of the month with DJ music to practice and improve your Tango technique. Dances are alcohol-free. Admission is $5 or $3 for USA Dance Members. Squalicum Yacht Club, 720 Coho Way, Bellingham. Directions: Drive to the Bellingham waterfront. You will be on Roeder Ave. Drive West. Go to Coho Way. Turn toward the water (south). Go to the first stop sign. Turn right. Go past Bellingham Yacht Club, to the next small building. For more info contact Skeeter Smith at 360-734-5676 or email bhamusabda@aol.com.

SUNDAYS

Sunday, July 6 and Sunday, July 13
CENTURY ALL AGES SWING. Arrive at 9 PM for a Swing lesson then dance from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM with DJ BRENDA STARR on July 6 and another fine DJ on July 13. Admission is $5 or free with a $10 food purchase. All ages. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Sunday, July 6 and Sunday, July 13
WASHINGTON DANCE CLUB. Arrive at 6 PM for a beginner's pre-dance workshop. Dance to Ballroom, Latin and Swing music every Sunday from 7 to 9:30 PM. Admission is $10 for the lesson and dance. Enjoy the charm of a ballroom from the days of the big bands, the Avalon Ballroom. Washington Dance Club, 1017 Stewart St, Seattle. For more info call 206-628-8939 or visit www.washingtondance.com.

Sunday, July 6 and Sunday, July 13
TANGO AT SONNY NEWMAN'S. Dance from 8:30 PM to Midnight to Argentine Tango music. On July 13 the music will be live with TANGABRAZO. Admission is $8 (or $12 with live music) and the lesson is included. This dance is held every Sunday at Sonny Newman's Dance Hall, 201 N 85th St, Seattle. For more info call Sonny at 206-784-3010, email sonnynewman@tangoseattle.com or visit www.tangoseattle.com.

Sunday, July 6 and Sunday, July 13
STUDIO 6 SALSA NIGHT AT MUCKLESHOOT. Arrive at 7 PM for a free Salsa workshop compliments of Studio 6 Ballroom then dance from 8 PM to 12:30 AM to live Salsa with CAMBALACHE on July 6 and GRUPPO ASHE on July 13. Admission is free; ages 21 and over. This venue does allow smoking. No jeans or tennis shoes, please. Club Galaxy at Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S, Auburn. For more info contact Natasha Thayer at 253-905-5301 or visit www.studio6ballroom.com. For venue info visit www.muckleshootcasino.com/entertainment.html.

Sunday, July 13
THE HARBOR HAPPENING: LIVE MUSIC NIGHT. Tonight at 7 PM guest instructors PATTI CONLEY and MARC IMLAY will teach a beginning lesson in Nightclub Two-Step. No partner or experience is necessary. Then dance from 8 to 11 PM to the live music of RAINY CITY RIFF RAFF. There's always a friendly mixing atmosphere and lots of people to dance with. Admission on live music nights is $6 for the lesson and $10 for the dance or $14 for both. You can order both food and drinks in the air-conditioned lounge. No outside food or beverage please. It's open to both singles and couples ages 21 and over. My helper Tony will make you feel welcome at the door. China Harbor Restaurant is located at 2040 Westlake Ave North on the west side of Lake Union in Seattle. DIRECTIONS: From I-5 exit at Mercer St. Turn right at the end of the off ramp (Fairview) then a quick left at the next light (Valley St). Turn slight right onto Westlake Ave North. China Harbor is about a mile north on the right. For more info contact me, Ron Bolin, at 425-917-1188 or email me at Ron@SeattleDanceInfo.com.

Sunday, July 13
DANCE FOR JOY. Arrive at 7PM for a pre-dance lesson(beginning/intermediate), then dance from 7:30 to 10 PM to the live music of KGB offering an evening of extraordinary Waltz music along with a good measure of Swing/Foxtrot, Polka, Tango and more. Tonight is also Lilli Ann Carey's birthday party, so come and have a great time. Admission is $15 for the lesson and dance; $8 for the dance only. Second Sundays at Fremont Abbey Arts, 4272 Fremont Ave N, Seattle. For more info contact Lilli Ann at lilli@att.net, 206-264-5646 or visit www.danceforjoy.biz (non-active link; copy and paste to browser).

Sunday, July 13
EASTSIDE SWING DANCE PARTY. Come join this dance party for everyone: from Boppers to Hoppers, Loungers, Jitterbugs, Hepcats and Swing Cats. Arrive at 7 PM for a free Swing lesson followed by dancing from 7:30 to 10 PM to recorded music with DJ KEITH. Instruction is provided by CHRIS and ALISON of Eastside Swing Dance. There is also special workshops, dinner and show earlier in the day; see website for details. Dress vintage or casual. Prizes for best-dressed vintage and dance contests. Please bring cookies or finger foods to share. Admission is $5 for everyone (no one under age 13 allowed.) On live band nights, admission is $8. North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave NE, Bellevue. For more info contact Alison at 425-941-9144 or visit www.eastsideswingdance.com.

Sunday, July 13
LA GARUA TANGO TEA. Dance from 5:30 to 8:30 PM to Tango music by spun by DJ JOHN ISLEY. Singles, couples and dancers of all ages and abilities are welcome. Admission is $7. Refreshments will be available. This dance is held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month The Polish Club, 1714 18th Ave, Seattle (just off Madison on Capitol Hill.) For info call John Isley at 206-547-2558, email johnisley@hotmail.com.

MONDAYS

Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 14
WALTZ ETCETERA. Dance every Monday from 7:30 to 9:30 PM with a friendly group of dancers who love Waltz, Blues, Swing, Latin, Zydeco and more. Admission is $5 for the dance. During summer, drop-in lessons are offered at 6:30 PM for $12. (Blues Cha Cha on July 7 and July 14.) See website for more details. This venue offers a large dance floor and additional room for hanging out. Lake City Community Center, 12531 28th Ave NE, Seattle. For more info contact Zachariah at 206-679-9195 or visit www.waltzetc.com.

Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 14
SWINGIN' MONDAYS. Swing dance every Monday from 9:30 PM to Midnight. Admission is $5 or $8 when the music is live. Sonny Newman's Dance Hall, 201 N 85th St, Seattle. For more info contact Dan at webmaster@savoyswing.com or visit www.savoyswing.com. Check out their calendar for other local swing dances. For venue info, visit www.sonnynewmansdancehall.com.

Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 14
HALO ALL AGES SALSA. Come for a Salsa Practica from 7:30 to 11 PM every Monday. Open to all ages, the admission is $5 or $3 if you are a Century student. No street shoes please. Held at HaLo (Century Ballroom's second location), above Brocklind's Costume Shop at 500 E Pike St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 14
MONDAY MILONGA. Arrive at 8 PM for a pre-dance lesson, then dance every Monday from 9 PM to Midnight (or later) to great Argentine Tango music by the best local Tango DJs with plenty of space and a comfortable atmosphere for socializing. The bar will be open throughout the dance and food can be ordered until 9:30 PM. Admission is $15 for the lesson (more for special workshops) and Milonga, or $7 for the Milonga only. Ages 21 and over. China Harbor Restaurant, 2040 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, on the west side of Lake Union. For more info call 206-323-7957 or email Arturo at azelig@msn.com or Patricia at ptrowbridge@gmail.com. Visit www.allseattletango.com for more details on this and many other Tango dances.

Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 14
USA DANCE BELLINGHAM TANGO PRACTICA. A casual, drop-in style Argentine Tango practica held every Monday from 7 to 9:30 PM at the Squalicum Yacht Club. Admission is $5 or $3 for USA Dance members. Squalicum Yacht Club, 720 Coho Way, Bellingham. Directions: Drive to the Bellingham waterfront. You will be on Roeder Avenue; drive west. Go to Coho Way. Turn toward the water (south). At the first stop sign, turn right. Go past the Bellingham Yacht Club, to the next small building. Plenty of free parking. For more info contact Skeeter Smith at 360-734-5676 or email bhamusabda@aol.com.

Monday, July 14
SEATTLE CENTER FRIENDS DANCE. If you like to dance and have a couple hours open on Monday afternoon, come on down to Seattle Center. All ages of dancers will enjoy dancing on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at the Center House from 1 to 3 PM to a variety of music including Ballroom, Swing, and Oldies Rock 'n' Roll tunes played by live bands. The music is by the BONNIE BIRCH BAND on July 14. There's a large wooden dance floor and a free coat check. The suggested donation is $4. Center House easily has the busiest stage in the Northwest with over 3,000 public performances each year. For info call 206-684-7200 or visit www.seattlecenter.com.

Monday, July 14
SEATTLE SINGLES YACHT CLUB DANCE. The evening starts at 6:30 PM with socializing and a pre-planned potluck dinner. This is followed by a meeting where anyone who likes can sign up for free boat rides with skippers from the club. Then dance from about 8:30 to 11 PM on a large wood dance floor to live music by THE ATLANTICS with PAUL KLEIN. Admission is $15 for the entire evening. This dance is held on most second and fourth Mondays, upstairs at the Shilshole Bay Beach Club, 6411 Seaview Ave N, Seattle. You may want to consider joining this well-rounded boating/activity group; attendance is free when you are a member. For more info call 206-499-1771, email bridge@ssyc.com or visit www.ssyc.com.

TUESDAYS

Tuesday, July 8
BELLEVUE AFTERNOON SWING DANCE. Dance on the second Tuesday of every month from 2 to 4 PM to the live music of SOUND OF SWING. Admission is $3. Sponsored by North Bellevue Community Center, 4063 148th Ave NE, Bellevue. For more info call 425-452-7681.

Tuesday, July 8
MUCKLESHOOT BLUES SHOWCASE. Enjoy this dance from 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM with MAIA SANTELL AND HOUSE BLEND and nationally renowned Blues and Swing guitarist TEDDY LEE HOOKER. The band will perform a danceable mix of Blues and Swing. No cover charge at this venue with a spacious dance floor. Ages 21 and over. This venue does allow smoking. Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S, Auburn. For venue info call 800-804-4944 or 253-939-7484 or visit www.muckleshootcasino.com. For more info on the band, email Santellswings@aol.com or visit www.MaiaSantell.com.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
HALO ALL AGES WEST COAST SWING. Come for a West Coast Swing dance from 8:30 to 10:30 PM every Tuesday. Open to all ages and the admission is $5. No street shoes please. Held at HaLo (Century Ballroom's second location), above Brocklind's Costume Shop at 500 E Pike St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
SAVOY SWING CLUB PRACTICE NIGHT. Savoy Swing Club is offering an open space where you can practice your Swing and Lindy Hop from 8:30 to 11 PM every Tuesday. All levels welcome. Practice on your own, with a partner, or in a group. Admission is $5 or free for Savoy Swing Club members. All ages. Dance Underground, 340 15th Ave E, Seattle. For more info contact secretary07@savoyswing.org, call 877-377-2869 or visit www.savoyswing.com.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
ZYDECO DANCE AT THE HIGHLINER. Arrive at 7 PM for a free lesson by one of a group of rotating dance teachers. Then dance to recorded music from 7:30 until at least 9:30 PM with DJ LYNDA TARR, "THE BAYOU BELLE" every Tuesday. The music will keep playing as long you keep dancing. Admission is $5 and is free to anyone attending their first Zydeco dance. Plenty of friendly people and ample free parking. The Highliner has full food service as well as beer and wine. Ages 21 and over. Highliner Pub in Fisherman's Terminal, 3909 18th Ave W, Seattle. For more info call Lynda at 206-547-9564 or email DJLyndaT@gmail.com.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
BURN BLUE AT WAID'S PLACE. Arrive at 8 PM for a lesson, then dance at this Blues venue from 9 PM to 1 AM every Tuesday. All ages until 10 PM, then ages 21 and over after 10 PM. Admission is $5 for the lesson and $7 for the dance; $2 off before 9 PM. Students and under 21 are $5, including lesson. Waid's Place, 1212 E Jefferson St Seattle. For more info contact Jeremy at 312-953-1193, email burnblue-feedback@googlegroups.com or visit http://burnblue.org.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
CENTURY ALL AGES TANGO. A great opportunity to practice your Argentine Tango every Tuesday. Dance from 9:30 PM to Midnight to music by DJ KAT. Admission is $5 or $3 if you are a Century student. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Tuesday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 15
OLYMPIA SWING DANCE. Swing every Tuesday from 7 to 10:30 PM at the Olympia Eagles Ballroom. Admission is $5 and includes a beginning lesson at 7 PM with DJ CHRISTINE. The ballroom is large with a nice wood floor. All ages are welcome. Olympia Eagles Ballroom, 805 4th Ave E, Olympia, at the corner of 4th and Plum, above the Eagles Hall. For info email olykidsswing@yahoo.com, call 360-943-4010 or visit www.olyswing.com.

WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
COUNTRY IN THE CITY. A weekly dance where Country is the focus... even though it's in the city! Arrive at 7:15 PM for a beginning and beyond Country Two-Step lesson and more with ROBB BRYAN and BRIANNE GREEN. No partner or experience is needed. Then dance Country Two-Step, Waltz, West and East Coast Swing, Cha Cha, Line Dancing and more from 8:30 to 11:30 PM with DJ ROBB BRYAN. Admission is $5 lesson, $7 dance, or $10 for both. You can buy a 6-week pre-paid dance/ lesson card for $48. Open to everyone ages 21 and over. Dance every Wednesday on the wooden dance floor in the lounge at China Harbor Restaurant, 2040 Westlake Ave N, Seattle (west side of Lake Union.) For more info contact Tony Azar at 425-741-8687 or email antonazar@hotmail.com.

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
CENTURY SWING. Arrive at 9 PM for a Swing lesson, then dance from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Admission is $5 or free if you buy a $10 food purchase in the cafe. Ages 21 and over. This dance is held every Wednesday. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
LINDY BOMB. Take a Lindy lesson at 7:30 PM, a beginning Swing lesson at 8:30 PM, then dance every Wednesday from 9:30 PM to Midnight to the best of classic Swing, Big Band, and more. This venue has a beautiful floor and great atmosphere. Each lesson is $12. Admission for the dance is $5 for adults ($4 for students) if you arrive before 9:30 PM, and $6 for adults ($5 for students) after 9:30 PM. Beginning and Intermediate lessons are also available. Abbey Ballroom, 1901 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma (near the UW campus). For more info at info@lindybomb.com or visit www.lindybomb.com.

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
MANHATTAN DANCE CLUB. Dance to live music every Wednesday evening from 7:30 to 10:30 PM. The Manhattan Singles Dance Club (couples are welcome too) is a non-profit organization. Dress code for women: dressy separates or dresses. For men: sport coats and dress slacks or suits, ties optional. The cover charge is $7 for the public or $5 for members. Ages 21 and over. Held at the Tacoma American Veterans Club (upper level), 5717 Tyler; Tacoma. For more info contact either Alice Grenier 253-535-1455 or Lorrane Burt 360-357-6152.

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
DANCEWORKS SALSA PARTY. Dance from 8:30 to 11 PM to great Salsa music. Admission is $6. DanceWorks Studio, 16641 Redmond Way, Redmond. For more info call 425-869-7595, email info@danceworksstudio.com or visit www.danceworksstudio.com.

Wednesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 16
EVERETT DANCING. Arrive at 6:30 PM for a free dance lesson, then dance every Wednesday from 7 to 10 PM to the live music of EDDY FUKANO. Everyone welcome and membership not required. This fun group welcomes all newcomers. The music is generally for seniors, although not limited to Big Band, Ballroom, Latin, Swing, 30s, 40s, 50s, a bit of Country and more. Admission is $5. Everett VFW, 2711 Oakes Ave, Everett. For more info contact Eddy Fukano at hnicim@peoplepc.com.

Wednesday, July 16
STUDIO 6 BALLROOM: MIDWEEK SWING. Arrive at 6:30 PM for a basic West Coast Swing lesson with Elliott Scott or Intermediate WCS with Natasha Thayer. Dance from 7:30 to 10:30 PM to the live music of MAIA SANTELL AND HOUSE BLEND, performing a mix of West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Nightclub Two-Step, Latin and more. Admission to the lesson is $12; $15 for both the lesson and dance. The dance only is $8. Refreshments available for purchase. This dance is held on first and third Wednesdays. Open to all ages. Studio 6 Ballroom, 2608 6th Ave, Tacoma. Phone: 253-905-5301. For more info email Natasha at info@Studio6Ballroom.com or visit www.Studio6Ballroom.com.

THURSDAYS

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
SWING, ETC. Arrive at 7 PM for an intermediate/advanced Nightclub Two-Step lesson with ROBB BRYAN and BRIANNE GREENE. At 7:45 PM, take an intermediate/advanced West Coast Swing lesson with JIM MINTY and KATIE McCASLIN. Then dance to your WCS favorites and more from 8:45 to 11 PM. A pre-paid dance card is $65 and includes 6 lessons (either class) and 6 dances. Drop-in admission is $17 for one class and dance, or $22 for both classes and dance. One class only is $12 and the dance only is $7. Presented by Tony Azar every Thursday at China Harbor Restaurant, 2040 Westlake Ave N, Seattle. For more info email tony@swangoseattle.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
THURSDAYS AT THE ABBEY. (Update: no dance on July 10.) Join TERRY and IRENE at 7 PM for a beginning West Coast Swing lesson; 8 PM for an intermediate WCS lesson and dancing from 9 to 11:30 PM with Hall of Fame Swing DJ, TERRY "WILD WILD" WEST. Terry will be serving a generous portion of West Coast Swing and Country Music with some Nightclub, Latin and Ballroom mixed in as well. Admission is $5 for the dance. Abbey Ballroom, 1901 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma. For more info contact Terry West at 206-786-3421, email CutARug@comcast.net or visit www.terrywestproductions.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
HEPCAT SWING DANCE. Dance every Thursday from 9 PM to Midnight at the Russian Center. Admission is $5, or free if you are enrolled in one of the swing classes offered before the dance. (Admission is $10 on live music nights.) All ages. Russian Center, 704 19th Ave E (at Roy St), Seattle. For more info call Chris at 206-679-464, email chris@seattleswing.com or visit www.hepcatproductions.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
HAPPY VALLEY DANCE. There's a fun dance in Skagit County every Thursday night. Arrive at 7 PM for a lesson taught by KIM HARGROVE. A different dance is covered each month with the basics taught on the first Thursday and progressing each week. (July lessons: Waltz) Dance to a variety of partner dance music from 8 to 10 PM as Kim DJs. Admission is $5 for both the lesson and dance. Skagit Valley Grange, 21273 Cook Road, Sedro Woolley. Directions: Take the Cook Rd exit from I-5 north of Burlington. Go east on Cook Rd about 2.4 miles. The grange is on your left after District Line Rd. For more info call Kim at 360-416-0295, email happyvalleydance@comcast.net or visit www.happyvalleydance.net.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
BALLARD ELKS THURSDAY DANCE. Dance every Thursday from 7 to 10 PM to the live music of EDDY FUKANO DUO. Everyone welcome and membership not required. This fun group welcomes all newcomers. The music is generally for seniors, although not limited to Big Band, Ballroom, Latin, Swing, 30s, 40s, 50s, a bit of Country and more. Admission is $6. The first Thursday of each month is a potluck. Ballard Elks, 6411 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle. For more info contact Eddy Fukano at hnicim@peoplepc.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
CENTURY SALSA. Arrive every Thursday at 9 PM for a basic Salsa lesson then dance from 9:30 PM to 1:15 AM. The music is by DJ GUSTAVO "EL GENERAL" or another fine DJ. Admission is $5 or free if you buy a $10 food purchase in the cafe. Ages 21 and over only. Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine St, Seattle. For details call 206-324-7263 or visit www.centuryballroom.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
SALSA THURSDAYS. South Sound Salseros has expanded its Latin dances to Olympia. Start off every Thursday night with Salsa lessons taught by STEPHANIE PERSIVEL. Level 1 starts at 7 PM ($10 per class or $45 for five week session); Level 2 starts at 8 PM ($10 per class). Social Salsa dancing happens from 9 PM to Midnight with DJ ANGEL ORTIZ. Admission is $5 for the dance and includes a free lesson from 9 to 9:30 PM. The Eagles Ballroom, 805 4th Ave E, Olympia (corner of 4th and Plum). For more info call 360-528-0096 or email thetawnygirl@hotmail.com or visit www.salsaangel.com.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
TANGO PRACTICA UNDERGROUND. Come practice your Tango in a beautiful studio with hardwood floors, mirrors and great music from 9:30 PM to at least Midnight every Thursday. Admission is $4, and entrance is free before 10 PM on the first Thursday of the month. Includes light snacks and tea. Hosted by HYLA DICKINSON. Dance Underground, 340 15th E, Seattle. For more info call 206-781-9553, or visit www.allseattletango.com for details on this and other Argentine Tango events.

Thursday, July 10 and Thursday, July 17
TANGO AT IL BISTRO. Dance every Thursday night from 10:30 PM (or whenever the dining room clears out) to 1:30 AM to music played by DJ EVAN WALLACE. Bring your friends for an evening of great food and drinks, good friends and passionate dancing. Admission is $5. Il Bistro, 93 Pike St # A, Seattle (in Pike Place Market, under the clock, off the alley.) Free parking in the market or valet parking is available. For more info contact Evan at 425-770-3826 or evan@tangoing.com.

Thursday, July 17
DANCING 'TIL DUSK. Dance outdoors for free every Thursday through August 28, with each night featuring a different style of music and dance on a newly expanded dance floor that fills the tree- and terrace-lined plaza. On July 17, arrive at 6 PM for a beginning Blues lesson taught by ZACHARIAH CASSADY and MONICA MAGEE of Waltz etcetera. Dance to the live music of CROSSROADS BLUES BAND, playing Blues and Swing from 7 to 9 PM. Sponsored by the Downtown Freeway Park Neighborhood Association, Seattle Parks & Recreation and many businesses. Freeway Park at 6th and Seneca, Seattle. Freeway Park at 6th and Seneca, Seattle. For more info contact Lilli Ann at lilli@att.net, 206-264-5646 or visit www.danceforjoy.biz (non-active link; copy and paste to browser).

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