YASSER RAMOS at CURUYE's CUBAN SALSA TIMBA PARTY SUN DEC 9


CURUYE's CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY!
ft YASSER RAMOS, from La Habana Cuba!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 5:00 - 10:00 PM:
The Granada, 17 South First Street, Alhambra 91801

WELCOME YASSER RAMOS, direct from La Habana, who will be appearing THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 at CURUYE’s CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! Though his band will not be coming to the U.S. until next month for the L.A. debut concert of YASSER RAMOS & El TUMBAO MAYOMBE, during this Sunday’s party you can personally meet and greet YASSER, and have him sign LA RESISTENCIA, his new cd,  produced by WARAPO PRODUCTIONS! DEEJAY WARAPO will be playing cuts from the new cd throughout the night!


CURUYE will be raffling a few of the CDs at the beginning of the party, and also a pair of tix for YASSER RAMOS & El TUMBAO MAYOMBE’s January debut concert!

WARAPO will not only be playing the latest hot dance tunes for our dancing pleasure, but celebrating his birthday month along with CARMEN LUCERO, CHIQUITA FLOWERS, and other December birthday peeps. Send Curuye a message if you’d like to be celebrate your December birthday!

5:30 pm:  Cuban dancer KATI HERNÁNDEZ will be kicking off the party with a AFRO TIMBA—Cuban freestyle—class, so come early!

CHEF ISRAEL will be whipping out tasty dishes for hungry dancers through 9 PM, so plan a to have a meal with your friends.

ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!

$10 cover includes dance class!

Free parking in structure across from the Granada!

LET’s SHOW YASSER that L.A. LOVES TIMBA & HIS NEW CD!

Omo Ache's Afro-Cuban Music & Dance Party!!! - Sat. Oct 20th


WHAT:  Omo Aché celebrates 20 years of AFRO-CUBAN culture here in San Diego!
What better way to commemorate our mission to preserve & perform this heritage than sharing it with you!  
Join us for this party featuring Live Drumming & Dance Performances by Omo Aché 
as well as former company members & Special Guests as they showcase Afro-Cuban Folklore from Orisha, Congo & Franco-Haitian traditions! 
Enjoy a traditional RUMBA! And a wide-Open DANCE floor for all of the Casineros 
& Ruedas de Casino when we jam to the best Cuban dance music!
RAFFLES - Including 2 Tickets to see Maykel Blanco y su Salsa Mayor
in concert at the 2018 SD Cuban Dance Congress!
*Cuban Food & Drinks will be available for purchase. 

All Ages
Admission: $15
Cash Only
Children 12 & Under are FREE!

WHEN:  Saturday, Oct. 20th
7pm -11pm
WHERE: Centro Cultural de la Raza
2004 Park Blvd. SD. 92101

Info: omoachecubanculture.org OR Ph# (619) 520-8353



CURUYE's DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! - Sun. Oct 14th

CURUYE's ANNIVERSARY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 5:00-10:00 pm
The GRANADA, 17 South First Street, Alhambra 91801




PA' GOZAR Y CELEBRAR! COME DANCE & CELEBRATE CURUYE’s DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CUBAN DANCE PARTY- 15 YEARS of CURUYE.COM, and 9 YEARS of CUBAN DANCE PARTIES in L.A.! SITARA SON led by Master LÁZARO GALARRAGA will lead a set of LIVE MUSIC at 7:15 PM.  DEEJAY WARAPO will be keeping the energy up with the latest and hottest CUBAN DANCE MUSIC! An evening of CUBAN SALSA! SON! TIMBA! REGGAETÓN! RUMBA! RUEDAS! RAFFLES! GIFTS!  CELEBRATION!

MARTIZA BAÍDA will be back by popular demand to teach a 5:30 PM RUEDA de CASINO class!

We’ll also be celebrating OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS! So message Curuye if you’d like to have your name on the cake!. 

FOR THE OCCASION, WEAR YOUR CURUYE TEE SHIRTS! HATS! (& you’ll get an extra raffle ticket!)

You’ll want to fuel up with some of Chef Israel’s tasty offerings from his varied menu! If you're coming in a group, message Curuye if you'd like to reserve a table.

ALL AGES WELCOME! $12 cover includes dance class! 

The GRANADA’s MAIN BALLROOM, 17 South First Street, Alhambra 91801. FREE PARKING in structure across the street!

TELL ONE! TELL ALL! LET's DANCE & CELEBRATE!

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CURUYE's SEPT 9 CUBAN SALSA TIMBA honors 'LAS AGUAS' ...

CURUYE's CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2018  - 5:00-10:00 PM
The Granada, 17 So First Street, Alhambra 91801 


CURUYE’s CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY returns SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 and pays tribute to  the deities of ‘las aguas’: the deity of lakes and rivers, and the deity of the ocean from Yoruba tradition celebrated this month in Cuba. Consider wearing their colors, yellow or blue! 


DEEJAY WARAPO is the music man of the evening, making sure we’ll be keeping the dance floor hot! Hopefully he’ll be featuring music from his label’s hot-off-the-press cd: LA RESISTENCIA by YASSER RAMOS! (By the way, now available on iTUNES!)

KATI HERNÁNDEZ will be teaching a fun and funky AFRO TIMBA dance class to add some Cuban spice to your freestyle dancing! Come early (5:30 pm) so you can warm up for the rest of the evening!

September birthdays will be celebrated with a dance and a birthday cake! So far ALYSE KORN, ALMA ALVAREZ, and PEDRO ‘MUÑECO’ AGUILAR’s name will be on the cake! Are you a September baby? Let Curuye know if you want to be part of the celebration!

Chef Israel offers a great menu for hungry dancers: everything from tasty appetizers and sandwiches, to wonderful entrées! Consider sharing a meal with your friends.

All ages are welcome!

$10 cover includes Kati’s dance class.

Free parking in the structure across from the Granada!

GET OUT YOUR DANCE SHOES, TELL A FRIEND, & JOIN IN ON THE DANCE FUN!
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Bulevar Descarga w/ DJ Saul Timba - Sat. Sept 1st

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Bulevar Descarga musical ensemble has been formed to create a fusion of unique sound, which includes a variety of genres such as traditional Latin American rhythms, funk, soul, rock, reggae, and more.
Nothing is better than Labor Day Weekend in PB!! 

Special SAUL TIMBA DJ SET will feature:
Cuban Salsa
Reggaetón 
Cumbia
and Top 40 to get the party started!!!

Special guest DJ:
Saul Timba! 
(Timba, Cumbia, Latín Top 40)

WHAT: Bulevar Descarga back in action! $5 cover
WHERE: 710 Beach Club, Pacific Beach
WHEN: Saturday, Sep 1, 2018


Cachito y su son Live music every first Thursday - Thurs. Sept. 6th

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First Thursday of each month, come out to hear Cachito y su son!

WHAT: Live music during dinner!
WHEN: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
WHERE: Buena Vista Social Club & Cafe, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

Rumba Descarga: Afro-Cuban Rumba Jam - Tues. Sept. 4th

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Timba played by DJ Saul Timba in between sets!

Afron-Cuban RUmba led by:
Paul M Lopez
Plus special guests
Vocals by @Jimmy Peña

If you're a professional salsero/rumbero drummer around town, come sign up to sit in!

* Now serving soft drinks, snacks, and beer

WHAT: Free Rumba Jam, with Timba in between sets.  Lots of dance space! All ages.
WHEN:Jam starts at 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
WHERE:La Bodega Gallery, 2196 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113



Sexteto Sonero del Caribe @ Música En La Plaza - Fri. Sept. 7th

Bring your dancing shoes and join Sexteto Sonero del Caribe for live music, tracos, and tequila in the beautiful Lyric Court at Center for The Arts.  All ages welcome and it is FREE!A 

WHAT: Música En La Plaza

WHEN: Friday, September 7, 2018.   7:00 - 10:00 PM

WHERE: Center for The Arts, Escondido, CA

COST: Free Admission

A Mega-Rueda will take place at the event, contact Maritza Baida (contact info on Dance Instructor page of this blog).  Ruedistas need to wear the new San Diego Rueda T-shirt. Click this link to learn more about the Mega Rueda.

Click this link to learn more about ordering the t-shirt
More info: http://artcenter.org/event/musica-en-la-plaza-sexteto-sonero-del-caribe/


La Noche de Timba in Pacific Beach - Saturday, August 25th




It's BACK!!!!  Fourth Saturday of the month Timba, Casino, and Rueda de Casino part!!!
Let's hang out in PB for amazing tapas, drinks, and dancing at our local Timba-supporting-bar-and-restaurant!  Come early for great food and most likely live music playing!

WHAT: $10 cover at door.  If you purchase $20 in food/drink, you get your cover charge back.
Please pay the $10 cover using this online link to the menu, look for "cover".
WHEN: Saturday, August 25th. 9pm - 1 am.
WHERE: Cafe Bar Europa, 873 Turquoise St., San Diego, CA 92109

LIVE Cuban Music at Hacienda La Vega in Carlsbad - Fri, August 31st

Greetings Casineros & Amigos!
Finally, something happening in our neck of the woods of North County San Diego!! There is a LIVE Cuban band playing in Carlsbad. The original sounds of Afro Cuban music brought to you live in the North County. With selections from the repertoire of Cachito y Su Son and Salsa Mocambo.  Let's definitely support this event. Vamos mi Gente!

Here are the details:
WHAT: Live Cuban music
WHEN:  Friday, August 31, 2018 6:30pm-10pm
WHERE: Hacienda La Vega Restaurant in Carlsbad - 5806 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008
COST: Buy food and drinks and keep the restaurant in business with us. Buy a friend a drink ...Just buy something......

In L.A.: CURUYE's AUGUST CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! Sun. Aug 12th


CURUYE'S AUGUST CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 - 5:00-10:00 PM
The GRANADA, 17 So First St, Alhambra 91801

LET’s KEEP THE SUMMER CUBAN MUSIC & DANCE FLOW HAPPENING SUNDAY, AUGUST 12, at CURUYE’s CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY with DEEJAY WARAPO kicking off YEAR 9 of sharing his love and knowledge of Cuban dance music with L.A. & Southern California! CUBAN SALSA! SON! TIMBA! REGGAETÓN!


IT’s AUGUST: The time of the year CURUYE commits  to DONATING SCHOOL MATERIALS to students in the community.  This year part of the proceeds from Curuye’s August Salsa Timba Cuban Dance Party will be donated to the students of the Covenant House SHELTER for HOMELESS YOUTH  in Los Angeles. Imagine! by coming out to dance with your friends, you’ll be helping out a student or two! 

WELCOME BACK MARITZA BAÍDA to L.A. to teach a RUEDA de CASINO class at 5:30 PM!  Pa’ La Orilla dancers CAMILLE RAY, and JEANNIQUE PROSPERE will be leading their fun and funky reggaetón line dances throughout the night!

So far, KAREN POWELL, IVONNE ROMERO, RUBY ROJAS, AMY HARTENDORP, GRACE OSBORNE, JENNIFER FLANZER are celebrating their August birthdays with Curuye! Contact Curuye if you have an August birthday you’d like to celebrate!

Share a meal with friends from The Granada’s kitchen! Chef Israel has entrees, sandwiches, and salads to fill up and energize hungry dancers!

ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!

$10 cover includes the dance class!

HELP SPREAD THE WORD!

LIVE Cuban music at Leucadia Artwalk w/ Cachito y su Son - Sun. August 26th

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Come enjoy your Sunday afternoon at the Leucadia Art Walk in Encinitas while listening to live Cuban music.  Cachito y su Son will be playing from 2:30 to 4:20 pm at The Lanai.  

WHAT: Live Cuban music with Cachito y su Son!  FREE!!

WHERE: Leucadia Art Walk, The Lanai1114 n coast hwy 101, Encinitas, California 92024 

WHEN: Sunday, August 26th 2:30 - 4:30 pm

https://www.facebook.com/events/409814742814966/

Afro-Cuban Dance with Freila M. Blanco - Thus. July 26th, Sat. July 28th & Sun. July 29th!!


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ABOUT FREILA:   Freila Merencio Blanco is a former female lead soloist in Havana, Cuba's renowned folkloric company, Raices Profundas (Deep Roots).   She has toured internationally as a dancer and singer in France, Germany, Belgium, Sweden, Nicaragua, Mexico and Japan.  She also performed as a dancer and background vocalist with the highly popular Cuban Rumba group, Yoruba Andabo.  [Fun Fact:  Freila Merencio Blanco was Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco's former dance partner in Havana, Cuba for 8 years] 

THURSDAY, JULY 26th:     Afro-Cuban Dance Class featuring dances of 
Female Orishas (Part I) Accompanied by Live Drumming!
7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
COST: $20

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SATURDAY, JULY 28th:     Afro-Cuban Dance Class featuring dances of 
Female Orishas (Part II)  Accompanied by Live Drumming!
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
COST: $20

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SUNDAY, JULY 29th:     Two Hour Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop Co-Taught by former dance partners, Freila Merencio Blanco & Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco teaching dances of Bantu traditions!
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
COST: $25


WHERE:  All Classes will be at STAGE 7
                3980 30th Street, SD. 92104

*No previous experience is required; Just your desire to dance!
*Early arrival is recommended for parking & registration
*Skirts will be available for Orisha dance classes.  
Have Questions?  Call or Text: (619) 520-8353
omoachecubanculture.org

enRuédaMe Mas Dance Social (after classes) - Sunday July 22

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Hola Casineros!
It’s time for Sunday Rueda. Let’s start the week with some Timba, we have a new play list and are ready for the social dancing after class. See you tonight! 

$10 Beginners at 5pm
$10 Intermediate at 6pm
FREE Social dancing at 7pm

535 Encinitas Blvd #100

Rumba Descarga: Afro-Cuban Rumba Jam - Tues. Aug. 7th

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Timba played by DJ Saul Timba in between sets!

Afron-Cuban RUmba led by:
Paul M Lopez
Plus special guests
Vocals by @Jimmy Peña

If you're a professional salsero/rumbero drummer around town, come sign up to sit in!

* Now serving soft drinks, snacks, and beer

WHAT: Free Rumba Jam, with Timba in between sets.  Lots of dance space! All ages.
WHEN:Jam starts at 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
WHERE:La Bodega Gallery, 2196 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113



La Noche de Timba in Pacific Beach - Saturday, July 28th




It's BACK!!!!  Fourth Saturday of the month Timba, Casino, and Rueda de Casino part!!!
Let's hang out in PB for amazing tapas, drinks, and dancing at our local Timba-supporting-bar-and-restaurant!  Come early for great food and most likely live music playing!

WHAT: $10 cover at door.  If you purchase $20 in food/drink, you get your cover charge back.
Please pay the $10 cover using this online link to the menu, look for "cover".
WHEN: Saturday, July 28th. 9pm - 1 am.
WHERE: Cafe Bar Europa, 873 Turquoise St., San Diego, CA 92109

Cachito y su son Live music every first Thursday - Thurs. August 2nd

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First Thursday of each month, come out to hear Cachito y su son!

WHAT: Live music during dinner!
WHEN: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
WHERE: Buena Vista Social Club & Cafe, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

NEW Week-Day Afro-Cuban Dance Class! Starts July 12th!

Taught by Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco

Looking for a fun week-day class to add to your work-out routine?  Here it is!
Afro-Cuban Dance Class offered weekly on Thursdays!
This invigorating class is good for all people who want to move and strengthen their bodies.  Accompanied by Live Drumming!  All are welcome - Drop-ins, first-time curious, or those looking for consistent weekly dance work-outs.  No previous experience is required.

WHEN: Thursdays, 7:15pm - 8:45pm
WHERE: Stage 7, 3980 30th Street. San Diego 92104  (North Park)
COST: $15

Questions or More Info: Call or Text (619) 520-8353

CURUYE'S JULY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY w RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ

CURUYE's CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY with SABOR de SANTIAGO de CUBA ft Cuban dancer RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ*

SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2018, 5-10 PM The GRANADA, 17 South First St., Alhambra 91801

JULY is the month of CUBA’s most famous carnival, and this year we’ll be dancing it up big in L.A. to commemorate it with special guest RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ*, dancer from SANTIAGO de CUBA, partying it up with us at CURUYE’s JULY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY!


DEEJAY WARAPO will keep the party happening with the LATEST and BEST CUBAN DANCE SOUNDS (including preview cuts from his label’s new cd!)! CUBAN SALSA! SON! TIMBA! REGGAETON! RUMBA!, Throughout the night, we’ll be dancing CASINO, RUEDAS de CASINO, REGGAETÓN, and RAFAEL and KATI HERNÁNDEZ will lead us in some carnival ‘conga lines’ Santiago carnival style!

FESTIVITIES will include the birthday dance with FREDIA REEVES, JEHAN JACKSON, JENNIE ROSENBAUM, PATRICIA OVANDO!

Arrive early! RAFAEL will be warming us up at 5:30 PM, so be sure to come early!

The Granada’s Chef Israel serves up a variety of tasty dishes from entrees to salads and sandwiches for hungry dancers, so plan on eating at the GRANADA! Message Curuye if you’d like to reserve a table for your group.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

The GRANADA, 17 South First St., Alhambra 91801

SPREAD THE WORD! LET’s WELCOME RAFAEL on his first visit to the West Coast!


* RAFAEL IS ALSO GIVING 3 WORKSHOPS on SAT JULY 7 at The GRANADA including CASINO, RUEDA de CASINO basics; and RUEDA de CASINO int/adv. For more info, go to July 7 CUBAN DANCE WORKSHOPS...or CLICK HERE!

Dia De San Juan with favorite Sexteto Sonero de Caribe! - Sun. Jun 24th

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THIS SUNDAY!

Dia de San Juan is an amazing family-friendly, LIVE Salsa & Bachata Music and Food festival!

° Featuring Beer, Wine & Rum
° Merchandise vendors
° Delicious Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Mexican & American food
° Kids Corner • Hugh Wooden Dance 

Two $500 Scholarships awarded at the festival to South Bay High School graduates for higher education. 

Featuring for the first time in San Diego
*FRANKIE NEGRÓN Y SU ORQUESTA* 

and also for the first time in San Diego
paying tribute to his father
*FRANKIE RUIZ JR AND HIS ORCHESTRA*

and back by popular demand the 
All-Female All-Star group
*LAS CHIKAS SALSA ORQUESTA* 

Local San Diego favorite 
*SEXTETO SONERO DE CARIBE*

Salsa at its best 
*KIMBA LIGHT*

Reggeaton Artist 
*CUBAN MEMEE*


Advance tickets NOW on sale at 

culturesoftheamericas.com

GA $25 VIP $50
or the day of GA $35 VIP $60
Ages 11 to 15 $10 
Ages 10 and under Free


https://www.facebook.com/events/1803507026387928/

Cachito y su son Live music every first Thursday - Thurs. July 5th

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First Thursday of each month, come out to hear Cachito y su son!

WHAT: Live music during dinner!
WHEN: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
WHERE: Buena Vista Social Club & Cafe, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

Seattle Cuban Dance Fest 2018 - Thursday July 12th - Sunday July 15th


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COMING UP NEXT MONTH!!!

LEARN TO DANCE LIKE A CUBAN
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The Seattle Cuban Dance Fest is the first and only festival dedicated to showcasing Cuban traditional dances. This year's line-up includes some of the finest Cuban dance instructors in the West Coast.

Join us for three days of high-intensity workshops with the instructors and live percussionists, performances, live Cuban bands, and social parties.

***THIS YEAR OUR SEATTLE CUBAN DANCE FEST WILL BE HELD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON*** 


THURSDAY JULY 12TH
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-8:00 pm - 12:00 pm.
*Kick off Party at Club Sur. 
Cafe con Leche will be serving delicious Cuban food and drinks.

FRIDAY JULY 13TH
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-10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
*Workshops at UW.
-12:00 pm - 1:30 pm.
*Lunch break.
-1:30 pm - 3:30 pm.
*Workshops resume.
-6:00 pm - 8:30 pm.
*Alki Beach party.
-8:00 pm - 2:00 am.
*Social Night Club Sur.
SuperSones Tradicional Cuban Night.
Cafe Con Leche restaurant will be serving delicious Cuban food and drinks.

SATURDAY JULY 14TH
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-10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
*Workshops at UW.
-12:00 pm - 1:30 pm.
*Lunch break.
-1:30 pm - 3:30 pm.
*Workshops resume.
-6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
*Timba Dance Bus Party.
Visit the most touristic places in Seattle and do a flash mob dance!
-8:00 pm - 2:00 am.
*Gala Night at Club Sur.
Orquesta Cambalache (Tributo a la Musica Cubana)
Cafe Con Leche restaurant will be serving delicious Cuban food and drinks.

SUNDAY JULY 15TH
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-10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
*Workshops at UW.
-1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
*Lunch and drinks at a local Cuban restaurant Geo's Cuban & Creole Cafe.
-4:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
*Good Bye Party at Golden Gardens Park Beach.

"GET YOUR TICKET NOW"
For more info visit our Website: 
https://seattle-cuban-dancefest.com/

https://www.facebook.com/SeattleCubanDanceFest/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1629760280394254/

CUBAN DANCE WORKSHOPS w RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ -SAT & SUN, JULY 7 & 8, 2018


CUBAN POPULAR DANCE WORKSHOPS with RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ in L.A.
SATURDAY, JULY 7, & 8, 2018



Curuye Cultural Education Project invites you to meet special guest dancer RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ who will be in Los Angeles teaching CUBAN POPULAR DANCE WORKSHOPS!

WELCOME RAFAEL MARTÍNEZ, Cuban dancer, performer, and popular dance teacher from Santiago de Cuba on his first visit to the West Coast! He is the founder and director of the SANDUNGA SCHOOL of DANCE, and has traveled internationally, invited to teach and share his passion, Cuban dance!


SCHEDULE: 

SATURDAY JULY 7, 2018 at The GRANADA:

11 AM-12 noon: CASINO (Salsa cubana) 
12:10-1:10 PM: RUEDA de CASINO -BASICS 
1:20-2:45 PM: RUEDA de CASINO-INT-ADV.

PRE REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE!
(Ending THURS JULY 6 11:30 PM)
MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNT

$20 for a single class
$35 for 2 classes
$50 for 3 classes

DAY OF EVENT:
$20 per class

LOCATION:

PARKING:
FREE PARKING is available in parking structure across the street from The Granada, and in the structure one block north of Main Street. 
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In addition on ...
SUNDAY JULY 8... 

11 AM-12:45 PM: RAFAEL will be teaching carnival dances - CONGA SANTIAGUERA - in KATI HERNÁNDEZ's Oricha Therapy AFRO CUBAN DANCE CLASS. ($20), Downtown Music & Dance, 1144 So Hope St, Los Angeles 90017

5-10 PM: RAFAEL will be leading the dance fun at CURUYE's JULY CUBAN DANCE PARTY, The Granada, 17 So First St., Alhambra 91801

La Noche de Timba in Pacific Beach - Saturday, June 23rd

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It's BACK!!!!  Fourth Saturday of the month Timba, Casino, and Rueda de Casino part!!!
Let's hang out in PB for amazing tapas, drinks, and dancing at our local Timba-supporting-bar-and-restaurant!  Come early for great food and most likely live music playing!

WHAT: $10 cover at door.  If you purchase $20 in food/drink, you get your cover charge back.
Please pay the $10 cover using this online link to the menu, look for "cover".
WHEN: Saturday, June 23rd. 9pm - 1 am.
WHERE: Cafe Bar Europa, 873 Turquoise St., San Diego, CA 92109

Afro Cuban Workshop with Kimberly Miguel Mullen - Sat. June 23rd

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Hola Rumberos!

A lot of you have been asking for Afro-Cuban workshops in North County and now this is your chance to get some instructions from a world known Artist. Kimberly is amazing and you will not be disappointed! She has been featured in magazines, has her own DVD’s and has travelled all over the world teaching and performing. She spends the majority of her time in Cuba and has learned from and trains with the best of the best. We have been trying to make this happen for some time and luckily for us the stars have finally aligned, this will be a real treat that you won’t want to miss! 

California Center For The Arts, Escondido 
SATURDAY, June 23, 2018
11:00AM To 1:00PM 

Cost: $20 pre-pay and $25 at the door
To prepay please use VenMo: @kimberly-mullen

KIMBERLY MIGUEL MULLEN
Kimberly Miguel Mullen, M.A. is an international touring dance artist and cultural ethnologist who travels the world to create links among cultures through the expression of dance. The Los Angeles Times has described her movement as "spectacularly supple," owing to her natural beauty, grace and technical expression of sacred and secular cultural dance forms from the Caribbean, Cuba & Brazil. Among her many achievements over the course of her 20+ year professional dance career, she is a University Dance Professor, a solo performance artist, an international award winning DVD artist & choreographer, Retreat facilitator, and Co-Founder of Tambor Y Danza Cuba, a cultural arts Drum & Dance Immersion Program in Cuba. 

Kimberly offers spirited AfroCaribe (mainly AfroCuban) & AfroBrazilian dance classes, workshops, residencies, retreats and cultural arts immersion programs worldwide. She has been featured globally in major Publications and Magazines: Vogue India, Kee Magazine Hong Kong, ELLE, US Magazine, Oxygen, Fitness, Health Magazine, Women's World and People, etc. In 2012, she was featured on the cover of Conscious Dancer Magazine's dance travel issue. Kimberly divides her time between the United States and the Caribbean.

CURUYE's JUNE CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! - Sun. June 10th

CURUYE'S CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY
SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2018, 5:00-10:00 PM
THE GRANADA 17 So First Street. Alhambra 91801





SABROSO! WELCOME SUMMER dancing to CUBAN SALSA-TIMBA-SON-RUMBA-REGGAETÓN at CURUYE’s JUNE CUBAN DANCE PARTY! DEEJAY WARAPO playing the BEST and LATEST of CUBAN DANCE MUSIC, keeping the dance energy high throughout the evening!

CELEBRATING the JUNE BIRTHDAYS of  KAY TORRES, TANIA de la PEÑA, CYNTHIA GUEDEA, MARLON CLARK. Word has it that not only will we be celebrating with the birthday dance, but with a fresh mango cake to share as well!

KATI HERNÁNDEZ will kick off the party with her hot Cuban dance moves, and throughout the evening--aside from the salsa and timba, we’ll be dancing to some reggaetón and carnival congas!  

Plan on having a meal or snack from Chef Israel's varied menu!

ALL AGES WELCOME!

FREE PARKING in structure across from the GRANADA.


$10 cover includes dance class. 

SPREAD THE WORD & LET's MEET UP ON THE DANCE FLOOR!


BAILAtlanta Cuban Dance Festival! - Fri. June 15th - Sun. June 17th

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A weekend of Cuban music. Timba, Son, Rumba. A weekend of great attitude, old and new friends, smiles and lots of dance. 

Accomodations
Choice Hotels - Quality Suites
All the rooms are suites, with living room, sofa and kitchen. 
1 Queen Bed Suite - $110 per night plus tax
2 Queen Bed Suite - $120 per night plus tax
Call reservations 404-262-7880 and mention BAILAtlanta group block or book online https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/YB6AF4

Parties on Friday and Saturday night and Sunday Matinee. 
Parties on Friday and Saturday will be hosted at Academy Ballroom. Performances both night and a much larger space to dance all night.
Sunday day, we are taking the party to the park.

Workshops on Saturday day at Academy Ballroom. 
Confirmed Instructors:
- Roberto Borrell (Cuba/San Francisco)
- Kati Hernandez (Cuba/ Santa Monica)
- Michelito Herrera (Cuba/Atlanta)
- Duane Wrenn (Michigan)
- Adrian Valdivia (Washington DC)

3 Djs every night spinning the best Cuban music. Attendees from Michigan, New Orleans, Georgia, North Carolina, California, Kentucky, Indiana, South Carolina, Alabama, Canada and Florida have already confirm and we expect many more.

TICKETS via Eventbrite or on Facebook page for BAILAtlanta

Cachito y su son Live music every first Thursday - Thurs. June 7th

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First Thursday of each month, come out to hear Cachito y su son!

WHAT: Live music during dinner!
WHEN: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
WHERE: Buena Vista Social Club & Cafe, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

Rumba Descarga: Afro-Cuban Rumba Jam - Tues. June 5th


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Timba played by DJ Saul Timba in between sets!


Afron-Cuban RUmba led by:
Paul M Lopez
Plus special guests
Vocals by @Jimmy Peña

If you're a professional salsero/rumbero drummer around town, come sign up to sit in!

* Now serving soft drinks, snacks, and beer

WHAT: Free Rumba Jam, with Timba in between sets.  Lots of dance space! All ages.
WHEN:Jam starts at 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
WHERE:La Bodega Gallery, 2196 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113

www.labodegagallery.com

Timba Mob Bus!!! - Sunday, June 3rd

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COME ALONG AND TAKE A RIDE ON THE TIMBA MOB BUS - SAN DIEGO STYLE!

Ryan & Sidney will be leading your flash mob experience, and YOU will not want to miss this! If you attended the San Diego International Cuban Dance Congress, then you know how much FUN this is going to be! 

Casineros we will be on board an open top double decker bus touring San Diego stopping and preforming flash mob ruedas at various locations.

The ride will cost $15 pre sale and $20 day of ride. To save you $'s on ticket fees, this is a cash deal and can be paid directly to myself or Maritza. We have added ability to take credit card online, which has a service fee. See link on this event. You MUST be on the going list before June 1st. Contact us here to arrange payment.

Drinks (water, Cuba Libres, mojitos & beer) will be provided. We are limiting the capacity to 60 casineros/riders. If we get more than 60 people interested, we will have a wait list and can look into scheduling another bus, which will double the FUN. We will need another 40 riders to obtain another bus. If you select the GOING button, this is your commitment to ride! First come first serve basis. Please do not select the GOING button if you are actually NOT going. This is not fair to others that want to ride and experience this fun event.

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3:00-3:29 pm - Arrive at the Movement Dance Center, board the Timba MOB Bus and have a GREAT time touring San Diego dancing Rueda, Rumba, Conga with current & new friends!
3:30 pm - The bus is leaving, promptly!
7:30 pm - Return to the Movement Dance Center
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*Please be on time, the bus will be leaving promptly at 3:30 pm. We will not wait, if you are late. This not fair to others.

** NO REFUNDS **

TICKETS: https://ritmocubano.ticketspice.com/timba-mob-bus

La Noche de Timba in Pacific Beach - Saturday, May 26th

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It's BACK!!!!  Last Friday of the moth Timba, Casino, and Rueda de Casino part!!!
Let's hang out in PB for amazing tapas, drinks, and dancing at our local Timba-supporting-bar-and-restaurant!  Come early for great food and most likely live music playing!

WHAT: $10 cover at door.  If you purchase $20 in food/drink, you get your cover charge back.
Please pay the $10 cover using this online link to the menu, look for "cover".
WHEN: Saturday, May 26th. 9pm - 1 am.
WHERE: Cafe Bar Europa, 873 Turquoise St., San Diego, CA 92109

Cuban American Music Festival in Los Angeles - Sunday May 20th


Event Flyer
www.CubanAmericanMusicFestival.net

Bringing Cuban Culture back to Los Angeles

La Plaza de Cultura y Artes, in conjunction with Yambu Productions, has designated Sunday, May 20, 2018 an annual Cuban-American Music Festival. The festival will be a regional destination event that features four musical acts, dancing, local Cuban Artists, Cuban Food and drinks. The festival will take place at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes in downtown LA. This will mark the second time a successful Cuban festival will be held at a museum.

In keeping with La Plaza’s tradition of promoting Latin culture, the Cuban American Music Festival will highlight traditional Cuban culture with music, art, dance and culinary delicacies. The Cuban American Music Festival will offer the public, Cuban music to delight the senses with PEDRO "PEDRITO" CALVO, former singer of LOS VAN VAN with The ARP Big Band, Charanga Cubana, Calixto & Timba LA, and Las Chikas. The festival will not only bring the Cuban-American community together but also introduce Angelenos to the vast and rich heritage of the Cuban Culture

WHAT: $25 General Pre-Sale; $50 VIP Pre-Sale
            Ages 21+
            Seating available for VIP
            Get tickets here
WHEN: Sunday, May 20th.
             Doors open at 11 am.  
             Show starts at 12 noon.
WHERE: LA Plaza De Culturas Y Artes 501 North Main Street Los Angeles, California 90012

Club Cuba! - Sat May 19th

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We will be celebrating MAY BIRTHDAYS! - Let us know it's your birthday month and you receive FREE entry and one drink.

San Diego's Cuban Dance Xperience is happening either the 1st or 3rd Saturdays every moth depending on holidays and other events.  We are aiming mainly for the 3rd Saturday of each month as there seems to be less conflict.

FREE parking! Street and behind the facility.

COST: $10
WHEN: Saturday, May 19th @ 8:30 pm to 2 am
WHERE:The Movement Dance Center, 1255 W Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110

Cachito y su son Live music every first Thursday - Thurs. May 3rd.

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First Thursday of each month, come out to hear Cachito y su son!

WHAT: Live music during dinner!
WHEN: 5:30 to 7:45 pm
WHERE: Buena Vista Social Club & Cafe, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

Curuye's May Cuban Dance Party with Rumbankete LIVE! - Sun. May 6th

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A GOZAR y A BAILAR with RUMBANKETE live at CURUYE’s MAY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! DEEJAY WARAPO keeping the flow happening with the latest dance beats from the island, and YOU and your friends SMOKIN’ the DANCE FLOOR!

To add some spice and funk to your salsa free styling, KATI HERNÁNDEZ (Cuba) & DUANE WREN (Detroit) will be kicking off the party with an AFRO TIMBA (Afro Cuban ‘salsa suelta’) class.

You’ll have a chance to meet up with participants of LA RUEDA QUE SE MUEVE, the encuentro of San Diego casineros (Cuban salsa lovers) with L.A. casineros who will be groovin’ in on the fun! Check with Maritza Baída & Kati Hernández for the Saturday Rueda Que Se Mueve classes.

We’ll be celebrating MAY BIRTHDAYS with the birthday dance, and some cake! MARiTZA BAIDA, ROCÍO ALONSO, TIM SNEDEKER are among the birthday peeps this month! 

Chef Israel has a varied menu from tasty salads, wraps, and sandwiches to delicious entrées: perfect for fueling hungry dancers. Consider sharing a meal with your friends at The Granada!

WHAT: $15 cover includes dance class and the live music!   All ages welcome!
WHEN: Sunday, May 6th, 5:00 to 10:00 pm  Class with Kati and Duane at 5:30 pm

FREE PARKING in the structure across the street from the Granada!
HELP SPREAD THE WORD! SEE YOU ON THE DANCE FLOOR at The GRANADA!

Rumba Descarga: Afro-Cuban Rumba Jam - Tues. May 1st


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Timba played by DJ Saul Timba in between sets!

Afron-Cuban RUmba led by:
Paul M Lopez
Plus special guests
Vocals by @Jimmy Peña

If you're a professional salsero/rumbero drummer around town, come sign up to sit in!

* Now serving soft drinks, snacks, and beer

WHAT: Free Rumba Jam, with Timba in between sets.  Lots of dance space! All ages.
WHEN:Jam starts at 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
WHERE:La Bodega Gallery, 2196 Logan Ave., San Diego, CA 92113

www.labodegagallery.com



Live music with Cachito y su son (evening) - Saturday, April 28th.

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More LIVE music with Cachito y su son Cubano!  After playing at the Linda Vista Multi-Cultural fair in the afternoon, they will be playing in Carlsbad for dinner time.  Then drive down the coast to Pacific Beach for La Noche de Timba!

WHAT: Dinner and dancing in Carlsbad.
WHEN: Saturday, April 28, 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
WHERE: La Hacienda de Vega, 5806 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008