DANCE4 FUN NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2024 SOCIAL DANCE EVENTS!!!

AUGUST 2024 DANCE4FUN NEWSLETTER Also Available on facebook at Dance4Fun-WNY

Hello Dancers – This new format, publishing and sharing the dance 4 fun newsletter on Meetup has been very successful as opposed to posting individual dance events.

Buffalo is UNIQUE as we have a VARIETY of Dance instructors, reasonable prices and DANCING almost every night of the week!!! Almost ALL of these events can be reached within 30 minutes!
Buffalo is UNIQUE as has a wide variety of dancing with easy access!!

Dancing is the BEST EXERCISE, please, JOIN US and learn some dancing, make new friends and GET HEALTHY!
The September Dance4Fun Newsletter will be coming out on September 4th so I have included a few September dates in the Save the Date Section for your early planning. Happy Dancing!

IMPORTANT NOTICE – WEB SITES FOR INSTRUCTORS AND EVENTS WILL NOW BE PLACED AT THE END OF THE NEWSLETTER

LESSONS FOR AUGUST

NOTE-See Web Site Reference Section at the end of the newsletter for web sites for Instructors for more information and registration.

Karen Murphy will be teaching the following classes:
At her home studio
$10 per class.
Call Karen 716-864-7757 with any questions
Monday Classes:
2PM West Coast Swing
3PM Nightclub Two Step
6PM Advanced West Coast Swing
7 PM Salsa
Thursday Classes:
6:30 pm East Coast Swing (No class 8/21) - join us at Sikora Post to help me celebrate my 70th birthday!)

BALLROOM DANCING WITH NATASHA – Group lessons are on summer break and will resume in September . Pre-register for classes by contacting Natalia at chupilin6@aol.com.
Also, check out Facebook "Ballroom dancing
with Natasha" for updates.

Buffalo Ballroom Dance Studio- FREE month of group classes with purchase of one private lesson for $96 or start an Introductory Package for $25 for two 30-minute private lessons and one group class.
Group classes for August:
Mondays- 2:30 Technique Class; 5:40 Junior Class (12 and Under), 6:30 Smooth & Rhythm,
Tuesdays- 5:40 International Style,
Wednesdays- 2:30 Technique Class and 6:30 Beginner’s Class,
Thursdays- 5:40 Club Dances,
Friday- 7:20 Latin Action Class.
Call (716) 262-0039 or **email BuffaloBallroom@gmail.com**

Lessons With Fanny Olaya on Sundays
Salsa Beginner 12 pm
Salsa Beginner -Intermediate 1PM and Salsa Intermediate 2PM.
New Thursday Classes – Check website. Private Lessons and Gift Certificates available. Check the web site to register for the start dates of upcoming classes. **fannysalsadance@gmail.com**

Community Swing
free beginner West Coast Swing lessons included in your dance entrance fee to the Wednesday night weekly dances at the Ukranian Civic Center at 205 Military Rd Buffalo doing a different basic move each week starting at 6:00 PM. No partner necessary!

Ballroom Revolution with Lihann Jones - Pre-register for classes at LihannJonesBallroom.com or email LihannJones@gmail.com. Also check out Facebook/BallroomRevolution for updates. Studio 354 at 354 Cayuga Rd in Cheektowaga.

August Lessons are:
Beginner II Cha Cha 6:00pm Mondays 8/11-9/1 Studio 354
Learn more patterns, more technique, and more ways to enjoy Cha Cha! A familiarity with Cha Cha is strongly suggested for this class. Beginner II 4-week progressive class.

Beginner I Nightclub 2-Step 7:00pm Mondays 8/11-9/1 Studio 354
Learn the basics and more in this class. Beginner I 4-week progressive class.
Intermediate Lindy Hop 8:00pm Mondays 8/11-9/1 Studio 354
Make your Lindy really Swing with more patterns, better technique, and more fun! A familiarity with Lindy and the basic Swingout is required for this class. Intermediate 4-week progressive class.

7:00pm Tuesdays : Slow Lindy 8/5-8/26 Polish Cadets Hall
Not quite Blues, not quite regular Lindy. Slow Lindy, is what you do for all those in-between songs. 4- week progressive class. In collaboration with Swing Buffalo. To be paid through Swing Buffalo.

Wednesdays : LaBlast Workout 6:00pm8/6-8/27 Studio 354
Fitness powered by dance! No partners needed. Bring sneakers, water, and a towel — you will sweat! ALL-LEVEL 4-week progressive class.

Ballroom Line Dancing 7:00pm Wednesdays 8/6-8/27 Studio 354
No partners needed! Just fun Ballroom-inspired line dances you can do anywhere at any time. ALL-LEVEL 4-week progressive class.

Thursdays 8/7-8/28 Intermediate Rumba 7:00pm Studio 354
Leveling up your Rumba with Silver level patterns. A familiarity with Rumba is required for this class. Intermediate level 4-week progressive class.

CONTINUING WEEKLY DANCE EVENTS:

MONDAYS:
Every Monday you can catch T-PAC Jack & the Underground at Tacoma Performing Arts Center (T- PAC),at Tacoma Performing Arts Center (T- PAC), 351 Tacoma Ave., Buffalo from 6 - 9. Enjoy food , cocktails and music with Jack Civiletto and his fabulous core band A special guest will be featured each week, followed by a pro-jam, No cover charge

33 Speakeasy Grill at 3455 Genessee St Cheektowaga
is the new home for dancers who attended Abbey Square Music with Tony Grisanti and friends at 7:30 to 10:30PM. Relax and enjoy the blues. Cash bar.Food available for purchase No Cover. Dancers welcome.

TUESDAYS

Swing Buffalo Dances are held at the Polish Cadets Hall at 927 Grant Street Buffalo 14207. 7PM to 10PM. Progressive lessons are at 7pm with Lihann Jones & 7:45pm with Swing Buffalo. Beginner drop in lesson also at 7:45pm and Dancing to a variety of swing music at 8:30PM. Large wooden dance floor. All welcome.

Paula Lezan offers Country Western Line dancing at Dry Gulch Dance Hall at 3145 Walden Ave Depew. Doors open at 5:20 with a Beginner dance lesson at 5:30 – 6pm followed by lessons and dancing until 9pm. $10.00 admission.

WEDNESDAYS
Community Swing has dancing every Wednesday night at the Ukrainian Civic Center 205 Military Rd. Buffalo, 14207. 6 PM to 9 PM with DJ Fastlane taking all your musical requests for every style of dance! Wooden dance floor. $10 at the door with free parking. Cash Bar -Bring your own snacks Free beginner West Coast Swing lessons included in your dance entrance fee doing a different basic move each week starting at 6:00 PM. No partner necessary,. Live music on the last Wednesday of the month

Fanny Olaya holds a Latin Dance Night Every Wednesday Salsa Night, 7-10pm $10 admission fee, class and social dancing at Pucho Olivencia Center 261 Swan st. Buffalo. For more details – see the web site in the Web Site Contacts Section of the Newsletter.

SUNDAYS
Argentine Tango Sunday Afternoon Tango Practica...The Buffalo Tango Sunday Practica is held at the Ukrainian Civic Center from 4-7PM. 205 Military Rd, 14207. Cash bar and Air conditioning!
$10.

Stepping out to Dance Social dance every Sunday evening at Club Heidelberg St Catherines Ontario Canada Ballroom, latin, wcs, swing, country, line dances free parking coffee-tea - light snacks,pop provided-water available$15.00 dress code in effect: dress to impress. For more information contact Frances text/call 1-289-547-5064 email: frances_60@hotmail.com

EVENTS BY DATE

August 2-Saturday – Buffalo Tango is holding a Summer Milonga at the Ukranian-American Civic Center 205 Military Road, Buffalo 14207 from 7-11PM. And a farewell to Sara. Your host Brian McElroy, DJ Aydin Ozturk. The thene for the night is Retro/Back to the 90's. Entry $15cash bar Pre registration is available. Check the web site in the Web Site Reference Section .
August 8 Friday
The Hastings Duo will be at Potts Banquet Hall from 5-9. Admission $10 at the door. Menu and Bar Available.

August 10 - Sunday∫Workshop Nightclub 2-Step
12:30-2:30pm
at Studio 354 Cheektowaga, NY
This sweepy and slow-ish dance is wonderfully fun to use for all those over-the-top ballads you secretly know and love! Learn the basics and more. $30 pre-register, $40 at the door. See Web site Reference Section to register Or lihannjones@gmail.com

**August 12 Tuesday** - Tuesday Park After Dark – A Night of Fun for a Great Cause!
6-10 PM Olcott Beach Carousel Park Olcott Beach Carousel Park
invites you to "Park After Dark"
a special adults-only evening full of fun, food, and festivities—all in support of our historic park!
Enjoy a night of dancing, carnival games, a lively carousel horse race, and delicious fare
from Wegmans Catering Crew. Sip and socialize at our beer and wine bar while supporting the preservation of this cherished local gem.
Tickets:$35
Contact JanetSteggles at JanetSteggles@hotmail.com or call 716-289-7539 to purchase tickets.
Bring your friends and support the park that brings joy to generations!

**August 13-** Wednesday Jammin Gypsies
will be playing at Sunset Grilll in Wilson 6-9PM

August 15 Friday – The Hasting Due will be at the Tehan Post on Electric Avenue in Blasdell from 7- 10 with a $5Admission. The Due invites everyone to come and check out this location.

August 16- Saturday Next Generation Swing and More will hold an Anniversary “Gatsby” Dance at the VFW Post 18 Spring Street Williamsville, NY 14221. Lesson with Chazz at 7:15.

August 22 Friday The Hastings Duo will celebrate 4 years of dances at Potts Banquet Hall from 5-9 PM. Menu and Bar available and there will be some raffle giveaways.

**August 23**- Saturday Ballroom Revolution & Studio 354 Annual BBQ!!
We’ll provide the grillin’, the music, and Two Dance Floors As a big “Thank YOU” to all who’ve supported Ballroom Revolution and Studio 354 this year, there is no charge for the night. Please bring a dish to share and your own chair to sit outside!

August 23- Saturday7:00PM – 10PM
Buffalo Tango presents FREE summer Tango at International House (formerly EXPO) in downtown Buffalo. The venue offers 5 restaurants, a full bar, ping pong tables and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Free International House 617 Main Street (between Chippewa and Tupper)Buffalo, NY 14203

SAVE THE DATE
September 5- Friday WNY USA DANCE -
USA Dance will hold its season opener at the Brounshidle Post 3354 Delaware Ave., Kenmore NY featuring an Argentine Tango lesson by Christine Hawrylczak at 7 PM, followed by social dancing to a variety of ballroom tunes until 10 PM. Beverages for purchase at the bar, snacks provided, 50/50 raffle

September 19-Friday 7 PM Salsa for a Cure Roswell Park Fundraiser Event at Pucho Olivencia Social Club, 261 Swan St. Buffalo NY. Advance sale tickets $35 will be available for purchase at the September 5th USA Dance, or can be reserved by contacting wnyusadance@gmail.com. Advanced sale
price available on-line also. Salsa for a Cure tickets will be $45 at the door. Basket raffles, silent auction, 50/50 split.

WEB SITE CONTACTS
Fanny Olaya - www.buffalosalsadance.com
LihannJones /Ballroom Revolution www.LihannJonesBallroom.com Brazilian Zouk www.northeast.zouk.com
Buffalo Tango Register for Milonga at www.BuffaloTango.com