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Where to dance in Philadelphia/NY/NJ area

(Taken from the Newsletter of  Cindy Torruellas, last updated 9/17/2009)

All Mamberos and Salseros:   For your information, here's our list of known local Latin dance related events in the near future:

 

SPECIAL DANCE EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

 

 

  • Sat, Sept. 19Salsa Sensation sponsored by Central Jersey Dance Society at the Suzanne Paterson Center, One Monument Drive (on Route 206), Princeton, NJ.  $12 admission fee ($8 students with ID) includes a beginner/intermediate Salsa dance lesson with Candace Woodward-Clough at 7:30pm; open dancing featuring salsa and mambo with some merengue, cha cha, and bachata with DJ Miguel Lebrón from 8:30-11:30pm. For more information, check www.centraljerseydance.org
  • Sat, Sept. 19Street Salsa Social with Oliver Hannah & Project Mambo at 4226 Spruce Street, Philadelphia PA.  Beginner Salsa class at 7pm followed by social dancing to Salsa, Merengue, Bachata & Cha Cha with DJ Project Mambo until midnight.  Light refreshments served; casual attire; $5 admission.  For additional info, call University City Arts League 215-382-7811; Oliver Hannah 267-298-6977 or email projectmambo@yahoo.comThis will be a monthly event.
  • Sun, Sept. 20The 26th Annual Feria del Barrio at El Centro de Oro, North 5th St. (between Lehigh & Cambria Ave.) Philadelphia, Pa. 19133.  From 12-6pm featuring food vendors, health screenings & more.  Performing live: Zion & Lennox, Puerto Rican Reggaeton duo – Alex, Alex (bachata) – Foto Rodriguez y Orquesta La Unica (salsa) – El Danny (bachata) – Tino y Orquesta de Soneros (salsa) – Grandes Ligas (merengue) – Ilu Aye (bomba y plena) & many folkloric dance performances.  For additional info, check www.feriadelbarrio.webs.com or 267-255-2989. Feria del Barrio is done in collaboration with Congreso del Latinos Unidos, the Hispanic Association of Contractors and Enterprises, Raíces Culturales Latinoamericanas and Taller Puertorriqueńo.
  • Thurs, Sept. 24Mambodelphia Website Launch Party at Club Adesso 1519 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19102.  Free Mambo lesson from 8-9pm with George Dennis; debut performance by Mambodelphia; Mambo Jack & Jill contest. Open dancing with DJ Spanky from 9pm-2am.  $7 cover charge; $7 parking validation for Pullman Garage, 1617 Chancellor St.  For additional info, call 215-938-8700.
  • Friday, Sept. 25 –  Club Mega First year Anniversary Party presented by Rumbero Entertainment at Savoy Nightclub, 1444 Route 73 North, Pennsauken, NJ 08110.  Performing live, salsa band Ocho Y Más from NYC; DJ Mike “El Sonero” Morales (DC) & DJ Rumbero; dance performances and more.  Tickets in advance $20 (Centro Musical 215-425-7050 & Luis Records 856-365-8285); $25 at the door; VIP $35 includes reserved seating & buffet; doors open 9pm.  For additional info & reservations, call Maria 267-949-6401 or djrumbero.rsvp@gmail.com
  • Sat, Sept. 26Debut of Salsa Saturdays at Bogarts Lounge, Woodbridge Hilton, 120 Wood Ave. South Iselin, NJ 08830.  Performing live, Ray Rodriguez (and celebrating his birthday) & Swing Sabroso. Cover charge $10 (ladies free before 9pm) includes dance lesson from 7-8pm; dancing til 1am.  For additional info, call 732-494-6200.
  • Sun, Sept. 27Bachata Workshop & Mini-Party with José Maldonado at La Luna Dance Studio, 4610 Bensalem Blvd Bensalem, PA. 19020.  Intermediate Bachata Patterns, 4:30-6:30pm – Etiquette on Bachata Dancing, 6:30-7pm – Strictly Bachata Mini-Party, 7-8:30pm with DJ José Maldonado.  Pricing for La Luna members & the general public: $40 by Sept. 25th ; $50 after the 25th & at the door.  Call the studio to register and purchase with credit card, 215-638-0418.
  • Sat, Oct. 3Basic Mambo ON2 Intro Level Workshop with Rafael “Rafy” Benitez at City Fitness, 200 Spring Garden St. Suite 1-A, Philadelphia, Pa. 19123.  This workshop is designed for those who have never danced Mambo and up to a beginner.  Learn basic ON2 Mambo dance moves; how to hear/find the 1st & 2nd  beat of salsa music; basic Mambo body movement.  From 3-5pm; $10 for Philly/NJ Mambo Meetup members; $15 for non-members; practice session with instructor included in the fee.  For additional info and to register, go to http://www.meetup.com/Philly-Jersey-Mambos/calendar/11180851/

 

SAVE THE DATE – Oct. 30-Nov. 1  Philadelphia SalsaFest presented by La Luna Dance Studio

 

NOTE:  Don’t forget to continue supporting our weekly and monthly venues. All the info can be found in the “On-Going Dance Venues” section below.

 

 

I do try to provide up-to-date info, however, many websites are not updated on a regular basis.  Therefore, I suggest you call or email the venue or instructor before you head out!

 

ON-GOING DANCE CLASSES

 

  • Salsa Classes (ON2) – with Liza Steele & Gonzalo at Princeton University, New Graduate College Common Room, College Road West, Princeton, NJ (1/2 mile from main campus). Tuesdays – Intermediate from 8-9pm; Beginner from 9-10pm; Open practice, all levels from 10-11pm. Thursdays – Student performance group rehearsal from 7:30-9pm; Body Movement, Afro dancing (all levels) from 9-10pm; Open Practice all levels from 10-11pm.  $5 per class for students, $10 per class all others.  For additional info contact Gonzalo  at ganiano@princeton.edu or check www.princeton.edu/~salsa
  • Salsa Classes (On2)10 week series with José “Papo” Diaz at PEAC Health & Fitness, 1440 Lower Ferry Road Ewing, NJ 08618.  Wednesdays, Beginner level, Sept. 9 - Nov. 11 from 8-9:30pm; Fridays, Advanced Beginner level, Sept. 11 – Nov. 13 from 7-8:30pm.  $115 per person; $15 pp drop in (cash only); 15% discount for full time students (with school ID); 25% discount for PEAC members .  For additional info call 609-883-2000 or JoseDiaz@peachealthfitness.com
  • Salsa Classes (On2)(NEW!) 6 week series with Danny Joshua of Scarlet Mambo at Rutgers University Gym, 130 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ.  Starting Sept. 25 on FridaysIntro level 8:50-10pm; Intermediate level, 7:30-8:40pm.  $20 for Rutgers staff & students; $65 for the general public.  MUST register either on line via a link to Rutgers at www.scarletmambo.com, by phone, 732-445-0462 or in person at the gym.
  • Salsa Classes (On2) – at Salsa Beat Dance Studio, 121 Jersey Ave. 2nd floor New Brunswick, NJ. Intro level – Beginner – Intermediate – Children & Teens – Performance Dance Team.  Instructors include Sweety & Javier.  $20 per class for adults, less for kids program; for class descriptions, schedules & special pricing packages, check www.salsabeat.net
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) –  at La Luna Dance Studio, 4610 Bensalem Blvd Bensalem, PA. 19020.  Salsa ON1(all levels), Men & Ladies Styling, Cha Cha, Bachata, and more. $20 per class for non-members (includes practice session); membership available.  Instructors include Sonya Elmore, Jessica Rodriguez, Noel Rodriguez, José Maldonado, Amber Rawls, Mike Andino, Raul Santiago, Jr.  and others.  Membership Special: Now only $59.  Pay for your first month of classes ($59) and start dancing, no other fees.  Now offering TNT (Teens ‘n’ Tots) classes in Salsa, Hip Hop and more. For more info on TNT special pricing, and regular La Luna dance programs, call (215) 638-0418 or check www.LaLunaDanceStudio.com.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1&ON2) at Estilo Dance Studio located in Fitness Works, 714 Reed St., Philadelphia, PA.  Salsa ON1 & ON2 (all levels) – Bachata – Cha Cha – Merengue – Casino Rueda – Kids Salsa & Ballet program.  Instructors include Mike Andino, Darlin Garcia, Kathleen Eccleston, George Dennis, Liz Becerra and others.  Adults $15 per class, 2 for $20, kids under 11, $10.  Special 1 month unlimited class pass only $120Beginner Salsa, Kids Salsa I and Casino Rueda classes; for class schedule and more info check www.estilodancestudio.com, email info@estilodancestudio.com, or call or (609) 713-6944.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – with Henri Velandia of HotSalsaHot at the YWCA Princeton 59 Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, NJ 08540.  7 week series in two sessions for kids, teens and adults. Adults: Session 1 starting Sept. 10-Oct. 22 from 6:30-8:30pm; $115 per person per series. Kids (ages 10-12): Session 1 starting Sept. 10-Oct. 22 from 4-5pm; $100 per person per series. Teens (ages 13-18): Session 1 starting Sept. 10-Oct. 22 from 5-6pm; $100 per person per series. YWCA membership required (3 mos. $25; 1yr. $50); drop in fee $20 (no membership required).  For additional info or to register, check www.ymcaprinceton.org or call 609-497-2100.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – with Henri Velandia of HotSalsaHot at the Princeton Dance & Theater Studio, Forrestal Village, 116 Rockingham Road, Princeton, NJ.  NEW FALL SCHEDULE TuesdaysLadies Styling, 8:15-9:30pm; Beginner 1, 9:30-10:30pm. WednesdaysSalsa4Kids 6:30-7:30pm; Beginner 2, 7:30-8:30pm; Intermediate 1, 8:30-10pm. For additional info, check www.hotsalsahot.com or call 609-651-6070.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) - Atrium Dance Studio, 4721 N. Crescent Blvd. (right off of Rt. 130), Pennsauken, NJ . Salsa, all levels; Casino Rueda and more. Instructors include Barbara Capaldi and others.  $10 per class. For more info check www.atriumdance.com or call (856) 661-9166. 
  • Salsa Classes (ON1 & ON2)) - with Joe Figueroa of Living in Rhythm (LIR) International at Top Hat Dance Studio, 10771 Bustleton Ave. Philadelphia, PA. Ladies Styling with Vicky Woods; Salsa, all levels;   $10 per lesson; for additional info, check www.tophatdancestudio.com or call 215-676-3100.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) - with Joe Figueroa of Living in Rhythm (LIR) International at Crystal Dansport, 73 Christiana Road, (Rt. 273) New Castle, DE.  Wednesdays with an LIR instructor Beginner Level I, 7-8pm; Beginner Lev 2, 8-9pm.  $10 per person per class. For more info, check www.crystaldansport.com or call (302)221-0308.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – with Victor Colon of Fuzión Creativa at Studio 737 located at 737 West Chester Pike Suite 3 Havertown PA, 19083.  Mondays – 6:30 pm Salsa 2; 7:30 pm Bachata/Merengue; 8:00 pm Salsa 3; 9:00 pm Lady's Styling.  Tuesdays – (starting 9-8-09), 6:30 pm Salsa 1.  Wednesdays – 6:30 pm Salsa 3+; 7:30 pm Cha Cha; 8:00 pm Salsa 1.  For class schedule check http://web.me.com/victorcolonIssue 2 Studio 737 for additional info & private lessons, call Victor at 267-259-5872 or dancevictordance@gmail.com
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – with Hector Serrano & Eliezel Irizarry of Grupo Fuego at Fuego Dance Studio, 19 W. Erie Ave. (2nd floor), Philadelphia, Pa. 19140.  Mondays –  Beginners from 7-8pm; Advanced 8-9pm. $10 per lesson, bring 5 people and get in free. For additional info, call 267-979-4866.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) –with Athena & Josh at Salsita Dance Studio, 164 South St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19146.  Fridays  Kids Salsa I, 4:00-4:50pm; Kids Salsa II, 5:00-5:50pm; Beginner Salsa, 6:00pm-7:30pm; Intermediate Salsa 7:30pm-9:00pm.  Wednesdays Beginning Latin Nightclub (Merengue {Feb.}, Cha cha {March} & Bachata {April}), 7:30pm-9:00pm. Mondays, Salsa Tots and Salsa Babes.  For detailed course description, pricing and additional info, call the studio at 215-221-4493 or check www.salsitadancestudio.com
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – at Society Hill Dance Academy Manayunk, 4401 Cresson St. (on the R6 train platform) Philadelphia Pa. 19127. Offering Beginner & Intermediate classes in Salsa, Bachata and more.  For complete schedule, pricing and additional info call the studio at 215-482-1611 or check www.societyhilldance.com.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1) – at Society Hill Dance Academy Center City, 409 South 2nd St., Philadelphia Pa. 19147. Offering Beginner & Intermediate classes in Salsa, Bachata and more.  For complete schedule, pricing and additional info call the studio at 215-574-3574 or check www.societyhilldance.com.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1)Salsa in the Suburbs Dance Studio, 1245 N. Providence Rd. (entrance on Evergreen Ave, lower level) Media, PA. 19063.  Salsa ON1 (all levels), performance classes, Cha Cha, Merengue, and Bachata.  $15 per class for drop-ins or discounted rates available for class packages. Instructors include Julie Berger. For class schedule and additional info, call (610) 800-8182 or check  www.salsainthesuburbs.com
  • Salsa Classes (ON1)The Wyomissing Institute of Arts, 1100 Belmont Avenue, Reading PA 19610. Salsa classes of all levels. Instructors include Pamela Villagra and Daniel Egusquiza.  $10 per class.  For more info check www.intstitute-of-arts.org or call 610-376-1576.  Visit www.meetup.com/ilovesalsa for class descriptions.
  • Salsa Classes (ON1 & ON2) – at EliT Dance Academy, 232 S. 4th St. (& Locust), Philadelphia, Pa. with Eli Torres.  Beginner & Intermediate Salsa; Spins; Total Body Conditioning and more.  For schedule, course descriptions & additional info, check www.elitorresdance.com or call 267-304-0797.

 

 

ON-GOING DANCE VENUES

 

  • Mondays – Latin Dance Mondays at VANGO LOUNGE & SKY BAR, 116 S. 18th St. (between Chestnut & Sansom) Philadelphia, Pa. 19103.  Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, Merengue, Reggaetón and Disco with DJ Slick Rick, free dance lesson with MasterJay.  Free admission all night and free parking; $3 beers and margaritas.  From 9:30pm until ? For additional info call 215-568-1020 or check www.vangoloungeandskybar.com.
  • Tuesdays – Salsa at the REEF CARIBBEAN LOUNGE, 605 S. 3rd St. (between South and Bainbridge) Philadelphia, Pa.  Free salsa lesson with Joe Figueroa of Living in Rhythm from 9-10pm; classic salsa with some bachata and cha cha provided by DJ Joe.  Happy hour from 5-9pm offering ˝ off appetizers & $5 drink specials. Dress is casual, admission $5; parking fee only $3 at the 3rd St. lot with validation.  For more info, check www.livinginrhythm-intl.com or call (215) 629-0102. 
  • Wednesdays - BRASIL'S NIGHTCLUB, 2nd & Chestnut, Old City, Philadelphia Pa.  Beginner Salsa lesson from 9-10pm with La Luna Dance Studio.  Dancing to Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata with DJ Rockwell until 2:00 AM; $3 Coronas till 11pm and drink specials all night.  $5 admission; for more info call (215) 638-0418 or check www.brasilsnightclub-philly.com TOWING NOTE: DO NOT PARK IN ANY UNATTENDED PARKING LOTS
  • WednesdaysSalsa Under The Stars at OCTO WATERFRONT GRILLE, (formerly Rock Lobster), 221 N. Columbus Ave., Philadelphia, Pa.  The dance floor is under a large tent so rain or shine, Arturo Perez gives a free salsa lesson at 9pm; DJ Maria Del Pilar spinning from 8pm-1am.  No cover charge; for additional info check www.octophilly.com.
  • Thursdays –  Latin Dance Network hosted by Fausto Rey at CLUB ADESSO, 1519 Walnut St. Philadelphia Pa. 19102.  Free dance lesson from 8-9pm with top dance instructors from different Philly dance studios.  $7 cover charge; $7 parking validation for Pullman Garage, 1617 Chancellor St.  Open dancing with Philly’s top DJs.  For additional info, call 215-938-8700.
  • Thursdays  Latin Night at CLUB LYRICS, 6527 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa. 19149.  DJ Miguel Lebrón playing the best Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Reggaetón from 9pm-2am; free admission before 11pm, $10 after with free drink coupon; plenty of free parking.  For additional info, call 215-533-5888.
  • Thursdays360 GRILL & LOUNGE, CANCELLED.
  • Thursdays Salsa Nights at PAVINCI’S ITALIAN GRILLE, 453 River Styx Rd. Hopatcong, NJ.  Free Salsa Beginner & Intermediate lesson with Carlos Xiloj from 8:20-9:20pm; DJ Marlone spinning Salsa/Mambo, Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue & more until midnight. For additional info, check www.pavinci.com  or call 973-770-4300.
  • 1st & 3rd ThursdaysLatin Nights at CHILL LOUNGE, 2747 Bernville Road, Leesport PA 19533.  Free Salsa lesson with Pamela Villagra of Wyomissing Institute of The Arts from 8:00pm-9:00pm; social dancing to the best Latin beats of DJ Amun Ra until 2:00am.  No cover charge; late night menu available until midnight; non-smoking event; dress code enforced; no one under 21 admitted.  For additional info contact Pamela Villagra at 267-614-9713 or 610-916-2343. Check out www.meetup.com/ilovesalsa for more details. Meetup members receive 10% off food purchases. Parking is available.
  • 2nd & 4th ThursdaysStarry Ferrari Salsa Socials at BALLROOM ON HIGH, 310 E. High St. Pottstown, Pa. 19464.  Salsa socials every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month (if the social falls on a holiday, then the social will be held on the 3rd Thursday of that month).  Huge hardwood floor; 8pm Beginner Salsa lesson with Star Seguinot included with $10 admission (Full time students with ID $5); for an extra $5 come at 7pm for an Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Salsa lesson or beginner Bachata or Merengue lesson with Remi.  Social dancing from 9:00pm to 11:00pm.  For additional info, call Star at 215-920-4511.
  • FridaysBRASIL'S NIGHTCLUB, 2nd & Chestnut, Old City, Philadelphia Pa.  9-10pm   Beginner Salsa lesson with La Luna Dance Studio.   Dancing to Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata with DJ Rockwell until 2:00 AM; $3 Coronas till 11pm and drink specials all night.  $10 admission; for more info call (215) 638-0418 or check www.brasilsnightclub-philly.com TOWING NOTE: DO NOT PARK IN ANY UNATTENDED PARKING LOTS
  • Fridays Club Mega at SAVOY NIGHTCLUB, 1444 Route 73 North, Pennsauken, NJ 08110.  DJ Rumbero and guest DJs spinning the best Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha Cha. Doors open 9pm; $10 cover, ladies free before 11pm; $5 gents before 10pm; Police officers with ID get in free.  For additional info, call 856-317-1000. 
  • 1st & 3rd FridaysCenter City Salsa at MASTERJAY MOVES DANCE STUDIO, 311 Market St, Philadelphia, Pa. 19106.  Party starts at 9pm until 1am.  Beginner Salsa lesson 9:30-10:30pm, free light buffet and soft drinks available.  Rotating DJ’s playing 90% salsa music; $5 admission. For more info email info@centercitysalsa.com or check www.centercitysalsa.com
  • 2nd  & 4th Friday - Salsa Fridays at LA LUNA DANCE STUDIO, 4610 Bensalem Blvd Bensalem, PA. 19020 Admission (8:30pm) $12 pp ($10 for La Luna members, free for Platinum members and free for local dance professionals and one guest.).  Free dinner buffet (first come, first served), free dance lesson 9-10pm and free parking; dancing until 2am.  BYOB (cups, ice & soft drinks available).  Top area DJs. For more info check www.LaLunaDanceStudio.com  or call (215) 638-0418 for table reservations.
  • 2nd & 4th FridaySalsa Party at TAKE THE LEAD DANCE STUDIO (University City), 4701 Pine St. (corner of 47th & Pine) Philadelphia, Pa. 19143.  Social dancing from 9pm until midnight; $5 admission, BYOB. For additional info, call 215-471-3215 or check www.TakeTheLeadStudio.com
  • 1st, 3rd & 5th Fridays  –  Mambo Fateegz Salsa Fridays at DANCE NEW YORK STUDIO 244-250 W. 54th St. (between Broadway & 8th Ave) on the 5th floor.  Admission $10 before 10pm, $12 after; doors open 9:00pm-2:00am. If it is within 1 week of your birthday, you and 1 friend can enter free with proper ID.  A mambo event presented by Choco and his crew with plenty of classic salsa & cha cha by DJ Ray Colon of Uneek Sounds and sometimes guest DJS; no age limit, no dress code; 95% of dancers break “ON2”.  For more info, check www.MamboFateegz.com  or call Choco at 347-680-7616.
  • Fridays & SaturdaysSALSA ON THE SQUARE, 2126 Lehigh Ave. (corner of Martha St. & Lehigh Ave.) Philadelphia, Pa. 19126. DJ Dro & guest DJ’s spinning the best of salsa, cha cha, bachata, merengue, freestyle & classics.  No cover charge, drink specials all night; plenty of street parking.  Music starts at 9pm; for more information, call 215-291-1214.
  • Saturdays - BRASIL'S NIGHTCLUB, 2nd & Chestnut, Old City, Philadelphia Pa.  9-10pm   Beginner Salsa lesson with Estilo Dance Studio.   Dancing to Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata with DJ Rockwell until 2:00 AM; $3 Coronas till 11pm and drink specials all night.  $10 admission; for more info call (609) 713-6944 or check www.brasilsnightclub-philly.com TOWING NOTE: DO NOT PARK IN ANY UNATTENDED PARKING LOTS
  • Saturdays –  Wild Latino Nights at CLUB LYRICS, 6527 Roosevelt Blvd. & Harbison Ave. Philadelphia, Pa. 19149.  Guest DJ’s providing a mix of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Reggaetón and Hip Hop from 9:00pm until 2:00am.  Free admission before 11pm, otherwise $?.  21 with ID to enter; no hats, t-shirts or hoodies.  For additional info, call 215-990-3256. 
  • 1st & 3rd  SaturdayLatin Fiesta Nights at ATRIUM DANCE STUDIO, 4721 N. Crescent Blvd. (right off of Rt. 130), Pennsauken, NJ . From 9pm-2am; admission $12. Free buffet, free dance lesson and free parking. BYOB (cups, ice & soft drinks provided) and Top DJs.  For more info check www.atriumdance.com or call (856) 661-9166.
  • 1st SaturdayLatin Nights at THE WORKS, 1109 Bern Road, Reading, Pa. 19610.  Free Salsa lesson with Pamela Villagra of Wyomissing Institute of The Arts from 9:30pm-10:30pm; social dancing to the Latin beats of DJ Amun Ra until 1:45am.  Dance contest held at 11:30pm. No cover charge; late night menu available; non-smoking event; dress code enforced; no one under 21 admitted.  For additional info contact Pamela Villagra at 267-614-9713, or check www.meetup.com/ilovesalsa
  • 1st & 3rd  Saturday Salsa in the Inn presented by Salsa in the Suburbs at THE MEDIA INN, 435 E Baltimore Pike Media, PA 19063 (intersection of Rt. 252 and Baltimore Pike). Doors open 8:30pm, $12 cover ($10 in advance) charge includes a beginner Salsa dance lesson from 9-10pm with an instructor of Salsa in the Suburbs,  open dancing from 10pm-2am & complimentary refreshments.  Inexpensive cash bar and plenty of free parking.  For additional info check www.salsainthesuburbs.com or call 610-800-8182.
  • 2nd & 4th SaturdayLatin Dance Party at the STARDUST BALLROOM, 363 W Browning Rd. Bellmawr, NJ 08031 (in the Wow Video Shopping Plaza).  New building with cushioned hardwood floors, state of the art sound system and other elegant appointments.  $12 admission before 10pm, $15 after 10pm; doors open 9pm with a free lesson with Barbara Capaldi of the Atrium Dance Studio and dancing to DJ José Rodriguez until 2am. BYOB only, no food allowed; dress is fashionable, dressy jeans are okay; 21 and older please.  For directions and more info, check www.salsaflava.blogspot.com .
  • 3rd Saturday - Salsa Sensation sponsored by Central Jersey Dance Society at the SUZANNE PATERSON CENTER, One Monument Drive (on Route 206), Princeton, NJ.  $12 admission fee ($8 students with ID) includes beginner or intermediate Latin dance lessons with top area instructors at 7:30pm. Open dancing featuring salsa and mambo with some merengue, cha cha, and bachata with top area DJ’s from 8:30-11:30pm. For more info check www.centraljerseydance.org.
  • 3rd Saturday(NEW!) Street Salsa Social with Oliver Hannah & Project Mambo at 4226 Spruce Street, Philadelphia PA.  Beginner Salsa class at 7pm followed by social dancing to Salsa, Merengue, Bachata & Cha Cha with DJ Project Mambo until midnight.  Light refreshments served; casual attire; $5 admission.  For additional info, call University City Arts League 215-382-7811; Oliver Hannah 267-298-6977 or email projectmambo@yahoo.com
  • 4th Saturdays –  Mambo Fateegz Saturday Salsa Jam at DANCE NEW YORK STUDIO  244-250 W. 54th St. (between Broadway & 8th Ave) on the 5th floor.  Admission $10 before 10pm, $12 after; doors open 9:00pm-2:00am.  If it is within 1 week of your birthday, you and 1 friend can enter free with proper ID.  A mambo event presented by Choco and his crew with plenty of classic salsa & cha cha by guest DJs; no age limit, no dress code; 95% of dancers break “ON2”.  For more info, check www.MamboFateegz.com  or call Choco at 347-680-7616.
  • Sundays –  Salsa Classic at ALFIES BAR & RESTAURANT, 2417 Welsh Rd. Philadelphia, PA (Blue Grass Plaza Shopping Center). Cover charge of $5 (free before 8:30pm) includes a dance lesson with:  1st  Sunday Mambo ON2  lesson with George Denis; 2nd Sunday lesson with Joe Figueroa; 3rd Sunday with Sonya Elmore; 4th Sunday with Mike Andino. Dancing with DJ Clave until 2am; drink specials throughout the night.  For more info, call (609) 713-6944.
  • Sundays –  Latin Night at COASTLINE BAR & RESTAURANT, 1240 Brace Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.  Free Salsa lesson with Barbara Capaldi at 8:00pm.  Social dancing with DJ Rumbero and guest DJs from 8:30pm to 3am.  For additional info, call 856-795-1773 or check www.coastlinerestandbar.com.