Dance 4 FUN HAPPENINGS WNY - SEPTEMBER 2025

Hello Dance LOVERS! Lots of EVENTS to share as we move into the fall dancing season. Check out all our wonderful local teachers who appreciate your support as they teach what they love. Then take your new moves to the dance floor throughout the weekly and monthly events. Happy Dancing. - Charlene -

LESSONS FOR SEPTEMBER NOTE-See Web Site Reference Section at the end of the newsletter for web sites for Instructors for more information and to register for classes

LESSONS:

Ballroom Dancing with Natasha – Group classes - RESUME IN SEPTEMBER. Pre-register for classes by contacting Natalia at chupilin6@aol.com.
Also, check out Facebook "Ballroom dancing with Natasha" for updates
A five week progressive "East Coast Swing Class" will be offered :
Mondays 7pm to 8pm from September 1st to the 29th. Classes at: Brounshidle American Legion Post located at 3354 Delaware Ave, Kenmore.
By concentrating on a single dance, including practice time following each session for the entire five week period, learners can rest assured that they will be "swinging with confidence" by months end.
$65
Both Private and Bridal Lessons can be arranged at either the Brounshidle Post location in Kenmore or the Sanborn Studio in Lewiston. Call 716-440-8328 or email me at chupilin6@aol.com

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 September include:
Mondays- 2:30 Technique Class;
5:40 Junior Class (12 and Under),
6:30 Smooth & Rhythm,
Tuesdays- 5:40 International Style
2:30 Technique Class.
Wednesday:6:30 Beginner’s Class
Thursdays- 5:40 Club Dances
Fridays- 7:20 Latin Action Class
Call (716) 262-0039 check website in Contacts section of the newsletter

Night Club 2 Step lessons at the Lockport YMCA The Lockport Family YMCA will sponsor lessons in Night Club 2-Step Tuesday evenings in September starting September 9th and running 4 weeks. Special guest instructor will be Steve Smist
The Y is located 5833 Snyder Drive in Lockport.
Lessons are free for members of the Buffalo Niagara YMCA and held in the large Fitness Studio on the second floor.
For more information call Jim Timkey at 716-471-9357

SALSA Lessons With Fanny Olaya on Sundays are 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 - We are offering 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.

Beginner Group Senior Ballroom Lessons at the Tonawanda Senior Center 35 Main St. City of Tonawanda. Fridays at 1:00PM Please call 716-579-2499

Brazilian Zouk Lessons with WORLD CHAMPION instructors Ana and Pedro BUFFALO CLASSES: Monday nights, 7:45pm at Carriage House Collective (1134 Delaware Ave) Sign up at web site in the Web Contacts Section of the Newsletter (first class is FREE) Further information from Kaylyn Morton 424-385-6274

Ballroom Revolution with Lihann Jones - Pre-register for classes at email lihannjones@gmail.com Also check out Facebook/BallroomRevolution for updates. Studio 354 at 354 Cayuga Rd in Cheektowaga.
Check reference section for web site.
September Lessons with Lihann are:
Beginner II Nightclub 2-Step 6:00pm Mondays 9/8-9/29 Studio 354 Learn more patterns, more technique, and more ways to enjoy Nightclub 2-Step! A familiarity with Nightclub 2-Step is strongly suggested for this class. Beginner II 4-week progressive class.
-Beginner Waltz 7:00pm Mondays 9/8-9/29 Studio 354 Beginner I 4-week progressive class.
Intermediate Lindy Hop 8:00pm Mondays 9/8-9/29 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.
Blues Dancing 7:00pm Tuesdays 9/2-9/30 Polish Cadets Hall Slow, sultry, and cozy or quick and rhythmic versions and variations of Blues dancing. 5-week progressive class. In collaboration with Swing Buffalo. To be paid through Swing Buffalo.
LaBlast Workout/Fitness powered by dance! 6:00pm Wednesdays 9/3-9/24 Studio 354No partners needed. Bring sneakers, water, and a towel — you will sweat! ALL-LEVEL 4-week progressive class.
Ballroom Line Dancing 7:00pm Wednesdays 9/3-9/24 Studio 354 No partners needed! Just fun Ballroom-inspired line dances you can do anywhere at any time. ALL-LEVEL 4-week progressive class
Intermediate Cha Cha 7:00pm Thursdays 9/4-9/25 Studio 354 Leveling up your Cha Cha with Silver level patterns. A familiarity with Cha Cha is required for this class. Intermediate level 4-week progressive class.

CONTINUING WEEKLY EVENTS:
MONDAYS
Every Monday you can catch T-PAC Jack & the Underground at Tacoma Performing Arts Center (TPAC), 351 Tacoma Ave., Buffalo
6 - 9 PM 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, 33 Speakeasy Grill at 3455 Genessee St.
No Cover Charge

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

TUESDAYS
Swing Buffalo Weekly Dances
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.

Country Western Line dancing at Dry Gulch Dance Hall
Paula Lezan offers at 3145 Walden Ave Depew, NY
Doors open at 5:20
Dancing 6 pm to 9 pm
$10.00 admission

WEDNESDAYS
Community Swing- Weekly DANCES
has dancing every Wednesday night at the Ukrainian Civic Center 205 Military Rd. Buffalo, 14207.
6 PM to 9 PM with DJ Fastlane
Wooden dance floor $10 at the door with free parking.
Cash Bar -Bring your own snacks
Free beginner West Coast Swing lessons included in cover charge
different basic moves each week at 6:00 PM.
No partner necessary.
This month we return to live music the last Wednesday of each month. This month A favorite - Cami Clune!!

WEEKLY Latin Dance Nite with Fanny Olaya
Every Wednesday
7-10pm $10 admission fee includes free class and social dancing
Pucho Olivencia Center 261 Swan st. Buffalo
For more details – see the web site in the Web Site Contacts Section of the Newsletter.

SUNDAYS
Social Ballroom dancing : "Stepping out to Dance"
Sunday evenings
6 pm -9 pm
Club Heidelberg St Catherines Ontario Canada
All Styles Ballroom: Latin, WCS, swing, country, line dances
free parking water available
$15.00 cover included coffee-tea - light snacks,
* 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

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 6- Saturday Red White and Blues Festival in Fredonia .
The Jammin Gypsies will be featured at 2PM at Coughlins in Main Street Fredonia

September 7 Saturday -Hangar Swing Dance will be held at the Niagara Aerospace Museum
5-9 PM
at the Museum at 9990 Porter Road and will feature a 1940's theme and attendees can dress up in period attire if desired.
Music by the Alex Rene Big Band, a BBQ Dinner
open bar and raffle prizes.
Cocktail hour 5PM followed by dinner at 6 and music at 7PM
Tickets and more information available on the museums website.

September 8- Monday Night Ballroom Tuesday Spring Street)
Hosted by HH&M Productions
DJ Larry Helinski
7 pm till 10 pm
is now in its new home at Potts Banquet Hall
41 South Rossler Cheektowaga.
$10 per person. The color theme this month is Sapphire Blue.
Cash Bar
bring snacks for your table.
Also, for our football fans, there will be a large screen TV in the Ballroom for important games.
Future dances will be the second Monday of each month.

September 12 The Hastings Duo
Potts Banquet Hall from 5 pm- 9 pm
Admission $10 at the door
Menu and Cash Bar Available

September 13- Catherine Dopp is continuing the Buffalo monster dance lineup with the incomparable Roxana Marinoff and Cesar Davalos who will be joining us on their 2025 tour for a one day tango instructional appearance you don’t want to miss.
Group Workshop 1.5 hours -
$30.00 per person
After the workshop, they will be available for limited private lessons which are $130 per hour for dancing with both superstars.
Secure your spot in advance and save - $120 an hour.
Only a few slots available. Paypal preferred. Buffalo Location TBA. Questions: clarimonde2@yahoo.com

September 14 Workshop: Argentine Tango
12:30-2:30 pm
Studio 354 Cheektowaga, NY
Learn the basics and more in this workshop.
$30 pre-register $40 at the door

**September 18-**Thursday Catherine Dopp resumes her Monthly Milonga at the Brounshidle American Legion Post, 3354 Delaware Ave
invites you to stop in
6:30 – 10:00 PM.
Please note the dance is moved to the 3rd Thursday of the month effective September.
No partner needed at a milonga as we rotate partners all night. Old and new (Nuevo) music played. Feel free to bring a dish to pass, a friend or two, a big smile. Bring your favorite tunes on USB and she’ll try to play them. Admission: $15. clarimonde2@yahoo.com

September 26 The Hastings Duo
Potts Banquet Hall
5pm - 9 pm
Admission $10 at the door.
Menu and Cash Bar Available

September 19
7 PM
Salsa for a Cure Roswell Park Fundraiser Event
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.

September 20- Saturday Night Dance (NEW VENUE!)
Unitarian Universalist Church 695 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
Come check out the new digs for the Fall and Winter dances!
Drop-in Foxtrot lesson 8pm.
Open dancing 8:30-11:00pm.
Only $15 for the night

September 20 -Saturday- The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will be featured at the National Warplane Museum in Geneseo!!
Big band Music and Dancing in the Hangar with a WWII USO Military Theme. Period Dress is welcome.
5-7 PM
more information and tickets available on line at the National Warplane Museum Site. A wonderful opportunity to hear the full orchestra and dance to big band music.

September 24 - Community Swing will Feature Live Music at
the Ukranian Civic Center 205 Military Rd. Buffalo 14207
Doors open at 6PM
$10 This Month will feature Cami Clune.

SAVE THE DATES!!!

October 3rd USA Dance
FeedMore WNY Fundraiser Dance
Beginning 7PM - 10 pm
featuring Jack Civiletto and April Mazzonne
Brounshidle Post 3354 Delaware Ave., Kenmore
The lesson will be Foxtrot taught by James Chin.
Please bring donations of non-perishable food, grocery gift cards, or cash.

**October 18th-**WNY USA Dance
Saturday POP-UP Community Dance featuring ballroom, swing and latin styles at Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Highway, Amherst NY 14226
12:30 - 2:30 PM in the Community Room.
Bring your own water.
Donations gratefully accepted

October 17-19 th Ballroom Dance Workshops
Brian B and Miss Megan to be held in Rochester, NY
West Coast Swing, Country Two Step, Cha Cha and Hustle.
To be included in updated information contact: CharistineHawrylczak@gmail.com or call 716-771-8810
ask to be included in her upcoming updates.

WEB SITE CONTACTS
Fanny Olaya - www.buffalosalsadance.com
LihannJones /Ballroom Revolution www.LihannJonesBallroom.com BuffaloBallroom www.BuffaloBallroom.com
Brazilian Zouk www.northeast.zouk.com