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Updated Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Bellevue: The Jazz Geeks @ The Bellevue Hilton
Ballard: Northwest Dance Network presents Pearl Django
Bellevue: West Coast Swing Beginner Boot Camp
Des Moines: Beginning Ballroom Class @ Highline College
Dance Calendar through April 6, 2023
Dear Dancin' Friends,
Spring has sprung ... and I'm getting out dancing!
On Friday I'm driving north to Everett where I'll be dancing at Noreen's Ballroom Dance. It was well worth the trip from Renton for me a couple weeks prior ... and some people I danced with there came from even farther south than me!
On Saturday I'm heading south to Pacific Ballroom in Auburn for USA Dance Tacoma where DJ Terry West will spin a great variety of Ballroom, Swing, Latin, Country and more. As a fellow DJ, I always get some good ideas for music from Terry!
Then on Sunday afternoon some friends have enticed me to go to Century Ballroom's Waltz Café on Capitol Hill for the first time. Another enticement is that there will be mix of Waltz, Swing, Latin & more played LIVE by Dina Blade's Socialite Drifters!
Check out the new two-week Dance Calendar below for details on these and many other dances.
Last Saturday I danced at the Leif Lounge in Ballard. When I got there I found out that the band The Everlovers that had been scheduled to play had to cancel at the last minute because a band member came down with covid. Fortunately Country Dave and the Pickin' Crew ... who had just played there two weeks prior ... was able to take their place on short notice
Band and DJ replacements due to covid have happened a few times recently that I am aware of. We should let this be a reminder that covid is still around. Some people are calling it endemic rather than pandemic, but regardless of what you call it, it still makes sense to take precautions. I was bivalent boosted in September ... if your last shot was before September you should get another shot now.
Regardless, I've been wearing a mask most of the time when dancing ... for whatever amount that may help to prevent the spread. This weekend I'll again self-test for covid before going dancing on Friday, then test again two or three days after the weekend. The upcoming Easter Swing Convention in Bellevue will require all attendees (including several hundred from out of state) to test negative in order to attend. This is a good way to prevent infections at an event, and due to the testing requirement, masks and vaccines will not be required this year.
Ron Bolin, The Dancin' DJ
THE JAZZ GEEKS @ THE BELLEVUE HILTON
THURSDAY, MARCH 23. Dance and dine to live music! It's every Thursday from 7 to 9 PM at the Bellevue Hilton. THE JAZZ GEEKS play danceable Jazz standards and Blues, with occasional Pop and Country music. Dance East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Nightclub Two-Step, Foxtrot, Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Bossa Nova, and the occasional Tango ... most everything dancers enjoy! The Jazz Geeks is a four person ensemble with keyboard, bass, drums, vocals, plus guest artists who play various instruments.
Great ambiance; a restaurant with soaring ceilings (5 stories!), fresh air flowing through, delicious food and libations available, we dance on the immense marble lobby floor. And music that is both danceable and listenable.
COMING ON MARCH 30: Boots and Bling! Dress for this special Western Theme Night! Tonight we'll start early at 6:00 PM with a Cowboy Cha Cha dance lesson by Jim and Kathy Trimble. Guest artist Donna Schmidt on violin is a real hot shot at Western Swing. Three course dinner available, games and prizes, and the Jazz Geek’s special take on western music. Dancing until 9pm as usual.
Cost: FREE! That's right, there's no cover, so please purchase from the restaurant ... maybe make it a dinner and dancing date night! Or sit in the adjacent bar and order a drink.
Location: Solarium Kitchen & Bar, Hilton – Bellevue, 300 112th Ave SE, Bellevue
More Info / Questions: Text lead singer MARJIE PETERSON at 206-909-7586, email marjie96@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/jazzgeeks.
NORTHWEST DANCE NETWORK PRESENTS PEARL DJANGO
SATURDAY, APRIL 1. NW Dance Network's new dance format has a cash bar, round tables, a cozier dance floor, and softer lighting. But tonight is NOT at the Leif Erikson Hall. Instead come out to The Swedish Club on Dexter Avenue N. Arrive at 7:00 PM for a pre-dance workshop. Then dance from 8 to 10:30 PM to PEARL DJANGO!
Few Northwest bands are stellar enough to be branded “legendary,” but one of those is Pearl Django. These musicians are known across North America (and even in Europe) as masters of Gypsy Jazz, the style of Manouche swing popularized by another legend, Django Reinhardt. But Pearl Django brings a lot more than “just swing” to their shows. Their jazzy repertoire includes waltz, blues, and Latin numbers, which means dancers will get a luscious variety of snappy dance music.
Pre-dance lesson: 7 - 8 PM TBA with NANCY FRY & GUY CARIDI
Dance: 8 to 10:30 PM
Cost: $20 for dance and lesson
Special Location: Swedish Club, 1920 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. There will still be a cash bar and free parking.
Parking: There is upper and lower-level parking available adjacent to the Swedish Club. Additional parking available across the street.
For more info: Call 206-781-1238, email info@nwdance.net or visit www.nwdance.net.
WEST COAST SWING BEGINNER BOOTCAMP
SATURDAY, APRIL 8. The Seattle Swing Dance Club invites YOU to our FREE introductory West Coast Swing Beginner Bootcamp! This is for new dancers during our annual Easter Swing 2023 Dance Convention running April 6 - 9: www.easterswing.org. Instruction will be by champions Myles Munroe & Tessa Cunningham Munroe.
Join us to get started with this slick, dynamic, improvised partner dance. You’ll learn fast and have fun immediately! No partner necessary.
In addition: By attending this beginner bootcamp you’ll receive a “Beginner Passport” card for free first-time admission to all social dance parties in the Greater Seattle area (a value of $72), so you can come dancing after the weekend is over!
Schedule:
3:30-6:30pm Introduction to West Coast Swing workshop
6:30-7pm Dance practice/ meet & greet with local dancers and teachers
7-7:30pm Complimentary pizza in the hospitality suite
7:30pm Guided tour of the dance space, party starts!
8:30pm Shows begins
Covid Protocol: Our updated health policy requires that you provide proof of a negative test before attending the event. Additional details can be found at www.easterswing.org/easter-swing-covid
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Details & Registration: www.swingliteracy.com/easter-swing-beginner-wcs
BEGINNING BALLROOM CLASS @ HIGHLINE COLLEGE
7 TUESDAYS, APRIL 11 - MAY 23. Get out on the dance floor! Learn to dance to big band sounds with instructor RICK CHAPMAN. Students will learn the basic steps dances such as:
Waltz: Flow romantically to 3/4 time music
Foxtrot: Glide in rhythm to smooth favorites
Cha Cha: Dance to spicy, moderate speed Latin rhythms
Swing: Great for uptempo Big Band, Rock & Roll and more!
You may also learn Rumba, Nightclub Two-Step, The Tango Round Dance, The Ritz, The Electric Slide and other fun dances.
This is the perfect survey class for absolute beginners. However if you already know some steps it's a great review ... and remember that classes are more fun the second time around! Offered through the Continuing Education program of Highline College. Don’t forget to wear non-grippy shoes.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Highline College, 23609 Pacific Hwy S #202, Des Moines. Classes are in the “Turtle" Building 7 with a good dance floor. Easy parking in the East parking lot. See the campus map at https://documents.highline.edu/highline/Highline-College-Campus-Maps.pdf.
Cost for 7-week course: $99 per person, or $159 per couple
Registration: www.campusce.net/highline/Course/Course.aspx?c=84
DANCE CALENDAR THROUGH APRIL 6, 2023
HOW TO USE THIS CALENDAR: Two or more weeks may be listed. 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, so please check with the contacts listed before attending. It's less than $2 per week to list a weekly dance here. Contact Ron Bolin at Ron@SeattleDanceInfo.com to have your dance included.
FRIDAYS
Friday, March 24
NOREEN'S BALLROOM DANCE. Arrive at 8 PM for a dance lesson in Viennese Waltz (basics) then dance to a variety of Ballroom music from 8:30 to 11 PM. Admission is $15. There is street parking and a lot across the street. Normanna Lodge (Sons of Norway), 2725 Oakes Ave, Everett. For more info contact Noreen at noreenballroom@yahoo.com or visit www.thedancefool.com.
Friday, March 24 and Friday, March 31
GUEST INSTRUCTORS & DJ! EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE. Arrive at 7 PM for a pre-dance lesson. On 3/24 WREN NEWMAN & SCOT McKAY teach Nightclub Two-Step. On 3/31 SCOT McKAY & SAM teach West Coast Swing. GUEST DJ SCOT McKAY plays a variety of music from 8 to 10:30 PM, including Country Two-Step, Swing (WCS, ECS and CW), Waltz, Nightclub Two-step, Line Dances, Cha-cha, Rumba and more. Admission is $15 for the lesson and dance for free, or $12 for the dance. Ages 18 and over. Alcohol-free atmosphere. The Rockin' Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton. For more info call 425-255-9211, email rockinhorsedancebarn@gmail.com or visit www.learn2dance4fun.com.
SATURDAYS
Saturday, March 25
USA DANCE TACOMA. Come out for this friendly dance and lesson on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. All dancer levels are welcome! Tonight arrive at 7 PM for a pre-dance lesson in TBA. Then dance from 8 to 10:00 PM as DJ TERRY WEST spins the tunes. Admission is $15 for everyone. Pacific Ballroom Dance, 1604 15th St. SW #109, Auburn, WA 98001. For more info contact USA Dance Tacoma President Bill Barber at bill1barber@yahoo.com or 253-224-8244.
Saturday, March 25
WOMEN DJs IN SALSA & BACHATA. Century Ballroom is proud to support, and highlight the amazing talents of women Salsa and Bachata DJs in Seattle. Each DJ will play a mix of these genres in rotating sets. Featured DJs include: DJ SPARKS, DJ LADY DEE, DJ SHARISSE, DJ LA GRINGA, DJ AVN and DJ LUCY. This dance is on the 4th Saturday of each month. Arrive at 8:30 PM for an intro lesson, then dance from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Ages 21+. $30 covers the lesson and dance or $20 for the dance alone. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
Saturday, March 25 and Saturday, April 1
SATURDAY NIGHT MILONGA. Dance from 8:30 PM to Midnight to Argentine Tango music played by DJ TONY FAN. Admission is $15 ($20 on live music nights). Dance Underground, 340 - 15th Ave E, Seattle. For more info visit www.SeattleTango.com, email SeattleTango@hotmail.com, or call Ilana Rubin at 206-781-9553.
Saturday, April 1
SPECIAL LOCATION! NORTHWEST DANCE NETWORK PRESENTS PEARL DJANGO. Arrive at 7:00 PM for a pre-dance workshop taught in TBA by NANCY FRY & GUY CARIDI. Then dance from 8 to 10:30 PM to PEARL DJANGO. These musicians are known as masters of Gypsy Jazz, the style of Manouche swing popularized by Django Reinhardt. Their jazzy repertoire also includes waltz, blues, and Latin numbers, which means dancers will get a luscious variety of snappy dance music. Admission of $20 covers both the workshop and dance. Special location: Swedish Club, 1920 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. There will still be a cash bar and free parking. For more info call 206-781-1238, email info@nwdance.net or visit www.nwdance.net.
Saturday, April 1
AVS: ALL VINYL SALSA. This event on 1st and 3rd Saturdays in Century's Main Ballroom brings out the full flavor of Salsa music with a focus on forgotten, unknown or hard to get songs. Arrive at 8:30 PM for an introductory Salsa lesson, then dance from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM to music by DJ EDGAR “El Travieso de la Salsa" & GUESTS. Ages 21+. $30 covers the lesson and dance, or $20 for the dance alone. JOINT COVER: Pay the highest cover of the night and get into all dances. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
Saturday, April 1
CENTURY BACHATA. Dance from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM in Century's West Hall. 4/1 features DJM. Ages 21+. $15 admission. JOINT COVER: Pay the highest cover of the night and get into all dances. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
SUNDAYS
Sunday, March 26
CENTURY WALTZ CAFÉ — LIVE EDITION. Enjoy dancing on a 2500-square-foot sprung floor in the city’s most elegant dance hall. Arrive at Noon for a beginner Waltz lesson. Then dance from 1:00 to 3:30 PM to live music by DINA BLADE'S SOCIALITE DRIFTERS playing a mix of Waltz, Swing, Latin & more. $10 lesson, $20 dance. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. Street parking is free on Sundays. For more information: Visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
Sunday, March 26 and Sunday, April 2
BALLARD ELKS DANCE. Dance from 6 to 8 PM every Sunday to live music by LAUREN PETRIE. Lauren plays great music for Ballroom, Latin, Swing and more primarily from the 40's, 50's and 60's, with all the popular dances like Swing, W.C. Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Rock, Line Dances, Night Club Two-Step, and whatever the dancers are up for. Dance on a wonderful, large dance floor with a beautiful view of Puget Sound. $7 admission ($10 on nights when there is a bartender). Everyone's welcome! No membership required. Huge free parking lot. The Ballard Elks is located at Shilshole Bay, 6411 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle 98117. For more info visit www.BallardElks.org or call 206-784-0827.
Sunday, March 26 and Sunday, April 2
SUNDAY SWING @ CENTURY BALLROOM. This dance is held in Century's Main Ballroom. Arrive at 9:00 PM for an introductory Swing/Lindy Hop lesson, then dance from 9:30 PM to Midnight to music played by DJ LAURA on 3/26 and DJ TBA on 4/2. All ages. Admission is $15. Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
Sunday, April 2
SEATTLE SWING DANCE CLUB. Full details were unavailable at "press time" so please confirm info at www.SeattleSwingDanceClub.com. Afternoon workshops will be taught from 4 to 6 PM. There's also a beginner West Coast Swing lesson upstairs for new folks from 6 to 6:30 PM. Dance from 6 to 9 PM with DJ TBA. Admission is $35 for the workshops and dance ($30 for SSDC members) or $15 for the dance alone ($10 for SSDC members) and includes the beginner class. Held on first and third Sundays at the Alki Masonic Lodge (West Seattle), 4736 40th Ave SW, Seattle. Contact SSDC at ssdcmail@gmail.com or visit www.SeattleSwingDanceClub.com.
Sunday, April 2
SPECIAL DATE! PRESENCE STUDIO BALLROOM DANCE. Due to Easter falling on the second Sunday, this month's dance will be held on the first Sunday. Start at 2 PM with a 45-minute Nightclub Two-Step lesson taught by TAYLOR WINNINGHAM. Then dance until 4 PM to music for Waltz, Foxtrot, East and West Coast Swing, Nightclub and Country Two-Step and Latin dances. Presence Studio is a spacious, classic ballroom with a 2,000 sq. ft. sprung maple floor. Admission is $10. 1412 Cornwall Ave. in downtown Bellingham. For more info visit www.presence-studio.com or contact Janine Hazebrouck at j9mh@yahoo.com. Let's dance!
Sunday, April 2
NEW LISTING! EASTSIDE MILONGA. LaVida Studio in Kirkland has Argentine Tango dancing on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month. Arrive at 5 PM for a pre-milonga class then dance from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Entrance: $15 Milonga, $25 class. LaVida Dance Studio, 11961 124th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034. For more info: Call 425-643-LIFE(5433), email info@lavidastudio.com or visit www.LaVidaStudio.com.
MONDAYS
Monday, March 27 and Monday, April 3
DANCE ECLECTIC. Dance with us every Monday! This dance is for covid conscious dancers. Come welcome HENRY BURTON and dance to his music too as he joins LINDA TOWNSEND WEST and DAVID WEST of Dance! Eclectic. 6:30 PM: Beginner friendly class. 7:30 - 9:30 PM: Dance to a variety of music. Pay what you can — $10-$20. The Latvian Center, 11710 3rd Ave NE, Seattle, 98125. Info and optional pre-registration: Email Linda at linda@danceeclectic.com. Covid Protocols — Proof of bivalent vax and N95 or KN95 mask required, no exceptions.
Monday, March 27 and Monday, April 3
DANCING ON THE WATERFRONT. The Edmonds Waterfront Center (home of the Edmonds Senior Center) has brought Monday afternoon dancing back to this wonderful new facility! Doors open at 12:30pm. Dance from 1 to 3 PM to a variety of live ballroom music by ENCORE! The cover charge is $6 for EWC members, $10 for non-members. Everyone is welcome and you don’t have to be a senior to attend or to become a member of the EWC. Coffee will be provided. 220 Railroad Ave, Edmonds, WA 98020. The dance is in the Banquet Room South on the first floor. For more info visit www.edmondswaterfrontcenter.org or email Michelle.Burke@EdmondsWaterfrontCenter.org.
Monday, March 27 and Monday, April 3
WALTZ ETCETERA. Every Monday including holidays! Ongoing drop-in Cross-step Waltz class from 7 to 8 PM, $20 (includes the dance). Go to www.waltzetc.com for info on Cross-step Waltz and the class. Open dancing from 8 to 10 PM; $10 for just the dance. DJ ZACHARIAH spins a mix featuring lots of Waltz and Blues, plus Nightclub Two-step, Swing, Foxtrot, and Latin dances. Dress is casual; come with or without a partner. At Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St, Seattle. It's a lovely, well-ventilated hall with a fine hardwood floor in a quiet neighborhood. There's plenty of free street parking all around. Please park courteously, not too close to driveways.
Monday, March 27 and Monday, April 3
CENTURY SALSA PRACTICA. This dance is held every Monday in Century's Main Ballroom. Dance from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM to music by DJ SPARKS. All ages. $10 admission. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
TUESDAYS
Tuesday, March 21 and Tuesday, March 28 and Tuesday, April 4
CENTURY WEST COAST SWING. This dance is held every Tuesday in Century's Main Ballroom. Dance from 8:30 to 11:30 PM to music by DJ REBECCA on 3/21, DJ LIA on 3/28, and DJ TBA on 4/4. All ages. $15 admission. JOINT COVER: Pay the highest cover of the night and get into all dances. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
Tuesday, March 21 and Tuesday, March 28 and Tuesday, April 4
NEW LISTING! OLY'S SOCIAL DANCE PARTY. Join Oly’s for a Social Dance Party every Tuesday from 1 to 3 PM. This is a great opportunity to practice your dancing or experiment on the dance floor in a fun, free setting. A variety of ballroom, Latin, and country style music will be played for the duration of the party. $7 per person. Oly's Dancesport Studio, 2931 Bond St, Everett. For more Info: Email olysdancesportstudio@gmail.com, call 425-257-0102, or visit www.OlysStudio.com.
Tuesday, March 28
BACHATA TUESDAYS. LaVida Studio in Kirkland has Bachata dancing on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month. Arrive at 8:30 PM for a complimentary Bachata class then dance starting at 9:30 PM. Entrance: Entrance: $25 dance + free class. LaVida Dance Studio, 11961 124th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034. For more info: Call 425-643-LIFE(5433), email info@lavidastudio.com or visit www.LaVidaStudio.com.
Tuesday, March 28
SHUFFLE CLUB @ CENTURY BALLROOM. Looking for a place to dance to uptempo Swing for your Balboa, Shag and Fast Lindy? This dance is held 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in Century's West Hall. 3/28 features DJ PETER FLAHIFF. Dance from 9:30 to 12:00 AM. All ages. $15 covers everything and will also get you into the Swing dance in the Main Ballroom. The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine Street, on Seattle’s Capitol Hill, half a block east of Broadway. For more info visit www.CenturyBallroom.com, email Office@CenturyBallroom.com, or call 206-324-7263.
WEDNESDAYS