SalsaFrenzy Listings

12th Annual Hanlon-Ford Winter Ball
Annual winter ball sponsored by the Harvard Ballroom Dance Organization Harvard Ballroom Dance Organization. The 12th annual ball is on Sat 3/8/03 at Moseley's on the Charles and features a show by the current top world professional latin dancers Louis Van Amstel and Katarzyna Kozak. Formal attire requested. 8:00 pm. $12 students, $16 USABDA and seniors, $23 general. Tickets available at the door or through the Harvard Box Office (617-496-2222).
Address: See Moseley's on the Charles.

Alianza Salsa Party
Semiannual Salsa party at Harvard Law School in Cambridge. Organized by La Alianza student organization at Harvard Law School. Open to all and very well attended.
Sat 10/15/05: Party from 9 pm to 1 am with DJ Hernan. $10 (free w/ Harvard ID). At Pound Hall, Harvard Law School.
Sat 4/23/05: Party from 9 pm to 1 am with DJ Hernan. $5 (free w/ Harvard ID). At Pound Hall, Harvard Law School
Sat 4/17/04: Party from 9 pm to 1 am with DJ Hernan. Cover includes beer and sangria. $8.
Sat 4/12/03: Party from 9 pm to 1 am with DJ Hernan. Cover includes beer and sangria. $8.
Address: Harkness Commons (1543 Mass Ave), Harvard Law School, Cambridge • Harvard Square T stop on Red line.

Arlington Center for the Arts
Venue for Mambo Combo performance on 2/27/03. Dance lesson and demonstration at 7 pm by Dance Caliente. Music performance at 8:00 pm. $10 adults/$5 children (3-15).
Address: 41 Foster Street, Arlington • acarts.org • 781-648-6220.

El Bembe
Re opening 3/26/04 (CLOSED FOR THE WINTER) as a once a month Friday night. Friday Salsa night with live band at the Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center in Boston's South End. 9:00 pm Salsa/Merengue dance lesson. 10:00 pm Salsa/Merengue DJ and live music. $12. 21+.
Address: 85 West Newton St, South End, Boston.

The Boston Latin Band
Under the direction of Hector Cuevas, the 12-piece Boston Latin Band plays salsas, merengues, and boleros.
03/25/04: At the Regattabar. 8:30 pm. $16.
03/20/03: Makes its Regattabar debut to celebrate the release of its CD. $14.
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The Boston-New York Salsa Express
Excursion to the "Mad About Mambo!" 10th anniversary party in Manhattan on Saturday August 9. The party from 9 pm till 2 am features performances by top NYC, DC, and Boston dance groups. Charter bus departs Cambridge (288 Green Street, Central Square) at 4:30 pm, arrives in NYC in time for the party, and departs New York for Cambridge at 2:30 am. $50 includes round trip transportation and admission to the Mad About Mambo party. Only 50 seats available. All tickets must be purchased in advance. See all the details here.

Boston Salsa Congress
03/31-04/02/2006: 3rd Annual Boston Salsa Congress presented by April Genovese and David Melendez. Friday thru Sunday, March 31 - April 2, 2006 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Cambridge. 3 nights and 2 days of Salsa for your eyes, ears and feet! Visit the Boston Salsa Congress website for full list and more info.
04/08-10/2005: 2nd Annual Boston Salsa Congress presented by April Genovese and David Melendez. Friday thru Sunday, April 8-10, 2005 at the Hilton Hotel / Boston's Logan airport. 3 nights and 2 days of Salsa for your eyes, ears and feet! Visit the Boston Salsa Congress website for full list and more info.
04/23-24/2004: 1st Annual Salsa Congress presented by April Genovese and David Melendez. Friday thru Sunday, April 23-25, 2004 at the Hilton Hotel / Boston's Logan airport. 3 nights and 2 days of Salsa for your eyes, ears and feet! 24 dance workshops, 48 dance performances, and 15 hours of social dancing till 3 am. International, national, and local instructors, performers and DJs including: Amanda "Estilo" • Dave Paris • Franklin Diaz • Griselle Ponce • Henry & Zumel • Ismael Otero • Jayson Molina • Juan Calderon • Liz Lira • Ricardo & Michelle • Rico Bravo • Super Mario • Victor Mayovanex • Vittico Pacheco • Caribbean Soul • Cultural Explosion • Descarga Caribe • Franklin & Neli • Karisma • Pretty Boys & Girls • Salsa Racing • Son De Cali • Urban Vibe • Yamuleé. Visit the Boston Salsa Congress website for full list and more info.
Contact: bostonsalsacongress.com • info@bostonsalsacongress.com • 718-828-8282

Brazilian Cultural Center
Venue for occasional Salsa events by Jamnastics and others.
05/10/03: Viernes con Clave with DJ Hernan. Salsa lesson with Cristina and Seemore 8:30 to 10:00 pm. Dancing till 1:00 am. $10, $8 before 10 pm ($6 with student ID). 18+.
05/03/03: Salsa Saturdays with DJ Hernan. Salsa lesson with Anara Frank from 8:30 to 9:30 pm. Dancing till 1:00 am. $10 ($8 with student ID). Samba and Capoeira shows upstairs.
02/01/03: Jam'nastics Salsa Social.
Address: 310 Webster Ave, Cambridge • bccne.org • bccne@mindspring.com • 617-547-5343.

Cache
Latin club in Lynn. Thursday is a salsa night with lesson by Lisa and Ruben.
Address: 224 Blossom St Extension, Lynn • 781-592-3663.

El Caney
Latin club in Lynn. Thursday is a salsa night with free lessons by Grey, Liz, Sharon and Wanda from 9-11 pm. Club is only $5.
Address: 64 Baldwin St, Lynn • 781-595-8528.

Club Candela (Worcester)
Fridays is Latin night (Salsa, Mambo, Merengue, Bachata) at the Above Club in Worcester. Doors open at 9:00 pm. $5 on DJ nights, $10-12 on band nights (monthly). 21+, proper dress.
Address: 264 Park Ave, Worcester • clubcandela.com • candela@salsalort.com • 508-752-3300.

Club Lido
The upstairs dance club and ballroom at the Wonderland Complex. Venue for La Mega's Latin Fridays and occasional live latin music events.
Sat 10/16/04: Grupo Niche & Pastor Lopez. $30 in advance. Tickets by phone: 617-325-8900, 800-965-4827. A Latin Spectrum production.
Sat 07/17/04: Fruko y sus Tesos y Jorge Celedon concert. Celebrating Colombian Independence. $30 in advance. 617-325-8900 or 1-800-965-4827.
Sat 06/12/04: El Gran Combo and La India concert. $40 in advance, $60 at the door. 617-816-9352, 781-289-3080.
Sat 02/21/04: Sonora Carruseles Concert. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 617-633-9738.
11/09/03: Tito Rojas "El Gallo" & Los Gigantes del Vallenato Concert. $30 in advance.
06/26/03: Gilberto Santa Rosa concert. Doors open at 8 pm. Free concert, but tickets must be won/obtained from La Mega, Univision, or other participating locations.
Address: 1290 N Shore Rd, Revere • Wonderland T stop on Blue line • clublido.com • 781-289-3080.

Club Mambo
Latin night on Thursdays (starting 6/12/03) and on Sundays (starting 6/29) at TJ'S Roadhouse. Lessons by Noche Latina Dance company. $10 for lesson and latin night. $5 for just the latin night.
Address: 131 Exchange St., Malden (across from Super Fitness on Rt. 60).

Club Mega
Friday Latin night hosted by LaMega radio station at Club Lido in the Wonderland Entertainment Complex. Has occasional Salsa dance contests (e.g. 1/24/03). Plays about 20% Salsa in the mix with Merenge, Bachata, etc.
Address: See Club Lido.

Con Salsa Radio Program
A bilingual music program on WBUR 90.9 FM. Every Saturday from midnight till 5 am Sunday. Hosted by José Massó. The show includes Afro-Cuban music, Salsa, Latin Jazz, Merengue, Nueva Trova and World music.
Address: 90.0 FM • consalsa.org • jmasso@consalsa.org.

Cuban Socail Club
Monthly event organized by Common Ground. Come enjoy the explosion of sound, scents and cultural celebration that is traditional Cuban culture the last Sunday of every month at Ryles' Jazz Club in Inman Sq. in Cambridge. Live Cuban music, performances by Merida Castillo and her band, Cuban food, dominoes, dancing and other Cuban entertainment are just some of the fun and exciting happenings planned at this monthly not-for-profit event. Organized by Boston area Cubans & Cuban Americans, the Cuban Social Club is an open invitation to anyone interested in sharing and enjoying Boston’s Cuban Community.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • commongroundtravel.com • i.ramirez@commongroundtravel.com • 617-780-5194.

El Copa
Saturdays is their Latin night. $5 (ladies free) before 10:30 pm.
Address: 1500 Broadway, Saugus • 781-233-7400.

The Diplomat
Large function hall used for concerts such those of El Gran Combo, El Canario, etc.
Fri 10/17/03: Latin Fiesta. Morenawear.com celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month through the diversity of of Latin Music and dance. Salsa dance performances by Jam'nastics Salsa Encendida. One room with Dj Antonio Ortiz spinning Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata. Second room with DJ Tito A spinning freestyle, dance and hip hop. A portion of the proceeds goes to Jam'nastics Scholarship Fund which services a diverse population of local youth. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. morenawear.com 617-354-5780.
Address: 334 Broadway Street, Saugus.

DJ Cesar
Plays weekly at Club Choices. See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
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DJ Hernan
Plays monthly at Sophia's and Ryles. See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
Contact: mrsalsa@mail.com.

DJ Jose Barron
Plays monthly at Ryles. See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
Contact: jabarron@popstar.com.

DJ Michael Mercado
DJ "El Muchacho Malo". Plays weekly at Vincent's. See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.

DJ Timothy Shea (DJ Rubio)
See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
Contact: djrubio@rcn.com.

Edwin Pabon & Orchestra / TiTo P Productions
Salsa band leader and organizer of Salsa parties with live music and dance performances at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Previous events featured Caribbean Soul, Santo Rico, and Eddie Torres dance companies.
Saturday 2/14/04: 3rd Annual Valentine's Day Salsa Party. Edwin Pabon and orchestra together with Giovanni Hildalgo (World's Greatest Conga Player). 8 pm to 1 am at Knights of Columbus Hall in Charlestown, MA. $20 Advance $25 Door.
Saturday 7/19/03: Edwin Pabon and orchestra appears together with Tito Puente jr. Salsa night battle of the timbales and singers, 6-pm to 9-pm at the Stoneham Theater on Main Street Stoneham, MA.
Saturday 2/8/03: features dance perfomances by Abakuá Dancers (Frankie Martinez) from NYC, AprilOn2 Dancers, Ana Tinajero, and Hips on Fire. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. After Party with DJ Nik from 1:30 to 4:00 am at Fred Astaire Studio. $5 with ticket stub ($20 without).
Address: See Knights of Columbus Hall • pabonelsalsero.com • 617-524-0457.

EnMotion
Highly talented and widely acclaimed Boston Hip Hop dance company. Performed at Wepa Salsa Sundays on January 12, 2003.
Contact: enmotioninc.org • EnMotionInc@aol.com • 617-281-9034.

Fiesta de Baile
03/20/04: 5th annual Salsa night and fundraiser for North Shore Civic Ballet. w/ DJ Antonio Ortiz. Salsa lesson 9 to 10 pm. Dancing till 1 am. $25 before March 10, $35 at the door.
03/15/03: 4th annual Salsa night and fundraiser for North Shore Civic Ballet. w/ DJ Antonio Ortiz. Salsa lesson 9 to 10 pm. Dancing till 1 am. $20 before March 1, $30 at the door.
Address: Nahant Country Club, 280 Nahant Road, Nahant • havetodance.com/marblehead • pkshiff@seacom.com • 781-631-6262.

Friends Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurant in Copley Square. Venue for "Tumbao Tuesdays - where Sushi meets Salsa!" a weekly Salsa night (as of 7/13/04) with rotating DJs (Antonio Ortiz, D Martinez, and Hernan). Lessons by Isadora & Aguare. General dancing 10 pm to 1 am. $12 with the lesson, $10 for just the dancing after 10 pm.
Address: 545 Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston • Copley Square T stop on Green • 617-247-5999.

Gian Carlo & Balaton
Latin band, plays Saturdays at the Western Front in Cambridge.
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Gilberto Rivera & Rumbanama
Salsa band that plays at Johnny D's on Sundays. Lesson with Ana & Andres from 9 to 10 pm.
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El Gran Combo & La India Concert
El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico & La India concert at Club Lido in Revere. Saturday, June 12, 2004. 8 pm. Ticket available from El Taino Restaurant, Franklin CD, La Princesita, Musicentro, Aida's Bridal Shop, Casa Ortiz, El Puly Fashi, and Ticketweb.
Contact: 617-816-9352, 781-289-3080.

Grupo Fantasia
Latin band. Plays Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, and Latin Jazz. See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
Contact: grupofantasia.com • info@grupofantasia.com • 978-927-6205.

Hacha Y Machete Dance Stylists
Dance company directed by Burju and Victor. First Boston based dance group to perform at the West Coast Salsa Congress (LA 2002).
Contact: hymstyle.com • info@hymstyle.com.

Harbor Salsa Cruise
Summer salsa cruises on alternate Sundays, starting 6/22/03. Organized by SalsaBoston, Boston Harbor Cruises, and Avive Productions. 8 to 10:30 pm. Dockside lesson at 7 pm. $15 in advance, $20 at the dock, $55 for 4 tickets. $2 for lesson.
Address: Long Wharf, Boston • Aquarium T stop on Blue line • salsaboston.com/cruise.

Havana Club / Friday Night Salsa!
Salsa night (starting 2/18/05) on Fridays at the Greek American Political Club in Cambridge. Salsa lessons from 8:30-10:30 pm and music with rotating DJs from 10:30 to 2:00 am. $12 includes lesson. 21+.
Salsa night (as of 9/24/04) on Fridays at Elks Lodge, 55 Bishop Allen Drive, Central Square, Cambridge. Salsa lessons from 8-10 pm and music with rotating DJs from 10 to 1:00 am. 21+. $10.
~~Salsa night (as of 7/9/04) on Fridays at the BCCA in Brookline. Salsa lesson from 9-10 pm and music with rotating DJs from 10 to 1:00 am. $10; $12 w/ lesson~~.
~~Salsa night (starting 6/18/04) on Fridays at the Greek American Political Club in Cambridge. Salsa lesson from 9-10 pm and music with rotating DJs from 10 to 1:00 am. $10; $12 w/ lesson. 21+.~~
Address: 288 Green St, Cambridge • Central Square T stop on Red line • havanaclubsalsa@yahoo.com • 617.312.5550
Contact: havanaclubsalsa@yahoo.com • 617.312.5550.

JAM'NASTICS
Non-profit dance and community education organization.
Sat 02/28/04: JAM'NASTICS Benefit at the BCCA. Performances by Salsa Encendida and Comenzar de Nuevo (JAM'NASTICS' training group). Classes from 9:30-10:30 PM and music with DJ Hernan from 10:30 PM - 2 AM. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Details at http://www.jamnastics.org/Latin/RitmoConCalor.html.
06/7/03: JAM'NASTICS Benefit at the BCCA. Debut performance by the new JAM'NASTICS Latin Dance Company (Salsa Encendida), classes in Salsa, Rueda, and Hip Hop for all levels from 9-10 PM, special guest Willie Narkorn direct from LA, performances by JAM'NASTICS Hip Hop Companies, and music with DJ D Martinez from 10 PM. Details at http://www.jamnastics.org/Latin/events.shtml.
02/1/03: JAM'NASTICS Salsa Social at Brazilian Cultural Center in Cambridge. Proceeds to benefit scholarships and dance programs for inner city youth. Classes for all levels from 9-10 PM (On 1 and On 2). Music w/ DJ Hernan from 10 pm. Dance performances by Ana Tinajero & Andres Giraldo (JAM'NASTICS instructors), Joel Massicott (direct from LA), Hacha Y Machete Dance Stylists, and two youth groups: Ritmo en Accion and JAM'NASTICS. Youth performances at 10 pm. $10.
Address: 199 Columbia St, Cambridge • jamnastics.org • info@jamnastics.org • 617-354-5780.

Kilombo Mambo
Local band (Salsa, Merengue, Cuban Roots). They play at the Green Street Grill on Fridays and Saturdays ($5 cover). See SalsaFrenzy Calendar for appearances.
Contact: kilombomambo.com • kilombito@aol.com • 781-516-5683.

LatinConcerts
Organizers of Latin Fridays at the Roxy. Some of their events cater to Salsa dancers. e.g. the José José and Charlie Zaa concert on 2/14/03 at the Orpheum Theatre.
Contact: latinconcerts.com • roxyguestlist@latinconcerts.com • 617-567-7171.

Latin Quarter
Long running Latin night on Thursdays in Boston. Orignially upstairs at the Roxy, but more recently downstairs in the Matrix (in the same building). 10 pm to 2 am. $10, ladies free before 11.
Address: 279 Tremont St, Boston • roxyplex.com • jeff@roxyplex.com • 617-542-4077.

Latin Specturm Entertainment
Organizers of Latin concerts. Some of their events cater to Salsa dancers.
Sat 10/16/04: Grupo Niche & Pastor Lopez. $30 in advance. Tickets by phone: 617-325-8900, 800-965-4827.
Sun 12/21/03: Conjunto Clasico & Ray Sepulveda at the Roxy. $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
Sun 11/9/03: Tito Rojas "El Gallo" & Los Gigantes del Vallenato Concert at Club Lido/Wonderland Complex. $30 in advance.
Sun 8/31/03: El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico Concert at the Roxy. $35 in advance.
Sun 2/16/03: Joe Arroyo concert at Club Lido/Wonderland Complex.
Contact: latinspectrum.com • info@latinspectrum.com • 617-325-8900.

Lunch con Salsa
Outdoor Salsa lesson and dance event organized by Dave Morgan on the Harborwalk outside the Children's Museum in Boston. Every Summer Friday (June 27th to August 29th). Noon to 1 pm (later if there's a band). Free and open to the public. One hour lesson for adults at noon by Dave Morgan and for kids by Christine Morgan. Occasional guest performances. This event is free, open to the public, and is hosted by the Children's Museum and Barrio Records.
Address: 300 Congress St, Boston • South Station T stop on Red line • dave.morgan@fmr.com.

!Mambo Combo!
Latin music group with Matt Jenson (piano, bandleader), Alex Alvear (vocals, bass), Ernesto Diaz (congas), Matt Langley (saxophones, flute), "Bam Bam" Ramirez (Timbales, Vocals). Playlist includes Salsa, Mambo and Cha Cha Cha, but also Plena, Son Montuno and Cumbia. Performing at the Arlington Center for the Arts, Arlington on 2/27/03.

Mango's Latin Night
Saturdays Latin night (Salsa, Merengue, Bachata) at the Milky Way with DJ Latino (Antonio Ortiz). Lesson from 8:30 to 9:30 pm.
Address: 403 Centre St, Jamaica Plain • 617-524-3740.

Los Mega Classicos De La Salsa Radio Program
Classic Salsa (with some Merengue and Bachata) on LaMega. Every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm.
Address: 890 AM • lamegasepega.com • 617-726-1150 / 978-454-9554.

Mirage
Previously known as "Estelle's". Two floors, recently remodelled. Brings live acts from time to time. Largely Dominican clientelle.
Address: 888 Tremont St, Boston • mirageboston.net • info@mirageboston.net • 617-427-0200.

The MIT Ballroom Dance Team
Organizers of "A February Valentine Dance", Sat 2/15/03, featuring an evening of ballroom and latin dancing. At Lobdell Student Center. 8:00 pm. $10/$6 Students, includes beginner Rumba lesson.
Contact: ballroom.mit.edu.

Noche Latina
At Club Choices on Sundays. Moving to Club Mango as of 6/29/03. Offers Salsa Lessons from ~~6 - 7 pm (beginner), 7 - 8 pm (intermediate)~~ 6:30 - 7:30 pm (beginner/intermediate) and 8 - 9 pm (advanced) by Noche Latina Dance Company (Hedwige). Sunday lessons are $12 per class. Dancing starts at 9 pm. Ladies 19+, Men 21+.
Address: See Club Choices • nochelatina2002@yahoo.com • 617-461-5100.

Plaza Garibaldi
Columbian restaurant and club in Revere.
~~Venue of a Wednesday Salsa night (as of 9/3/03) with live music and lessons. $10 after 10 pm (ladies free before 10 pm but excluding lesson)~~.
Address: 1141 Beach Pkwy, Revere • 411.salsafrenzy.com/PlazaGaribaldi • 781-284-6005.

~~The Point~~ (on hold as of 1/23/03)
Thursdays is "Noches de Salsa" with DJ D Martinez. Dancing from 10 pm. $5.00. 21+.
Address: 147 Hanover St, Boston • Haymarket T stop on Green line • 617-523-7020.

Poncho Sanchez
Latin Jazz ensemble. Appearing at Scullers Jazz Club, on Thursday and Friday 3/27-28/03. Shows at 8:30 and 10 pm.

Puerto Rican Festival
Annual festival in Franklin Park. Live music, parade, food, games.
Fri 07/25/03: 12 noon - 11 pm,
Sat 07/26/03: 12 noon - 11 PM
Sun 07/27/03: 12 noon - 10 PM. Parade at noon from New Dudley St. to Franklin Park, Boston.
Address: Playstead Field, Franklin Park • 617-971-0603.

Punto Finale
Latin club in Lawrence with Salsa night on Thursdays (and Sundays?). Lessons on Thursday at 8 pm by Burju and Victor (Hacha Y Machete). Lesson is free and includes the club afterwards, otherwise $5 after 10 pm. Dance performance by Ana & Joel on Thursday 1/16/03.
Address: 272 Broadway, Lawrence • 978-686-3236.

Regattabar
Jazz club at the Charles Hotel in Harvard Square, Cambridge.
Tue 02/15/05: Osmany Paredes Quintet. 8:00 pm.
Tue 02/01/05: Boston Latin Ensemble. 8:00 pm.
Tue 01/25/05: The Sofia Koutsovitis Quintet. 8:00 pm.
Tue 01/18/05: Francisco Mela Latin Quartet. 8:00 pm.
Tue 01/11/05: The Boston Latin Band. 8:00 pm.
Wed 04/28/04 to Sat 05/01/04: Chucho Valdes & Irakere.
Thu 04/15/05: La Timba Loca. 7:30 & 10:00 pm. $12.
Thu 03/25/04: The Boston Latin Band . 8:30 pm. $16.
11/04/03: La Timba Loca. 8:30 pm. $12.
04/27-28/03: Orquesta Aragón from Cuba.
03/20/03: The Boston Latin Band makes its Regattabar debut to celebrate the release of its CD. $14.
Address: 1 Bennett St, Cambridge • Harvard Square T stop on Red line • regattabarjazz.com • 617-395-7757.

Roxy
Elegant club in downtown Boston. Large dance area, large stage and a second floor balcony. Venue for various concerts:
10/19/03: From Columbia Salsa Band Groupo Niche and from the Dominican Republic Merengue Band Fernando Villalona. Ticket information 781-727-7588. Admission $30 advance/$40 door. Doors 8pm. 18+ Ladies / 21+ Men. Proper Dress.
Address: 279 Tremont St, Boston • roxyplex.com • jeff@roxyplex.com • 617-338-7699.

La Rumba Radio Program
A latin music program on WRBB 104.9 FM. Every Saturday from 8 pm till midnight. Hosted by D. Martinez and "La Nena" Nicole. The show includes Salsa Clasica, Merengue, Salsa de Hoy, Latin House and Spanish Reggae.
Address: 104.9 FM • wrbbradio.org • larumba1049fm@hotmail.com • 617-373-2658.

Ryles Dance Hall
Night of "Mambo/Swing/Salsa/ChaCha/Tango/Waltz/FoxTrot" at Ryles Jazz Club every Saturday. Organized by SuperShag. Beginner swing and salsa lesson at 9:15pm and dancing till 2 am. $12. 21+.
Address: See Ryles Jazz Club.

Ryles Jazz Club
A Jazz club in Inman Square, Cambridge.
~~On Wednesdays is home of Salsa Cubana Wednesdays, Afro-Cuban Salsa, Son, Rumba and Timba night.~~
On Thursdays is home of Temporada Latina, Salsa (60%), Merengue and Bachata night.
On Fridays is home of Viernes de Vacilon, Bachata, Merengue, Reggaeton, and Salsa (20%) night.
On Saturdays is home of Ryles Dance Hall, Mambo, Swing, Salsa, ChaCha, Tango, Waltz and FoxTrot night.
On Sundays is home of Wepa Salsa Sundays at Ryles, Salsa (90%) with some Cha Cha, Merengue, and Bachata.
Fri 01/07/05: Black Sea Salsa Band (15-piece Armenian Salsa Band). Downstairs. $10.
03/20/03: Black Sea Salsa Band (15-piece Armenian Salsa Band). Downstairs. $10.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • rylesjazz.com • info@rylesjazz.com • 617-876-9330.

Ryles ¡Temporada Latina!
Boston area's longest running prodominantly Salsa night. Every Thursday at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge. Primarily Salsa with some Merengue and Bachata. DJ music in rotation each week among four DJs: Antonio Ortiz (DJ Latino), Rob Timmins, Jose Barron, & Hernan. Lessons with Suzanne and Raul (Dance Caliente) from 8:3 to 9:30 pm. ~~Dancing from 10 pm to 1 am~~. Dancing from 9:30 pm to 1 am. $12 with lesson/before 10 9:30 pm, $8 without/after 10 9:30 pm. 21+.
02/26/03: Performance by JAM'NASTICS' training group, Comenzar de Nuevo.
07/10/03: Performance by Melaza Dance Company.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • dancecaliente.com • steele@cape.com • 508-224-5120.

Salsa Cubana Wednesdays @ Ryles
Boston's only regular Cuban Salsa dance party. Every Wednesday at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge. Dance to the best Afro-Cuban Salsa, Son, Rumba and Timba spun by DJ Adrian. Cuban Salsa Lessons with Rey & Jenn. Beginners at 7pm. Intermediate Rueda De Casino at 8pm. Dancing from 9pm to 1am. $10 Cover. 18+.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • despelotedance.com • jennjonay@gmail.com • 617-823-4601.

Salsa Sundays at Ryles
Salsa party every Sunday at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge. DJ Rob. 6 to 11 pm: Salsa lesson from 6 to 7 pm; dinner buffet from 7 to 8 pm; and social dancing to Salsa, Merengue, and Cha Cha from 7 to 11 pm. $10 for party and lesson, $5 for buffet, 18+.
Sun 05/22/06: Sendoff Party for Boston dance troupes performing at the 8th Annual West Coast Salsa Congress. Performances by Melaza, Hacha Y Machete, and Salsa Y Control.
Sun 03/26/06: Customer Appreciation Night - FREE: Just get on mailing list at the door and the $10 cover is waived.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • ryles.com • salsasundays@yahoo.com • 617-876-9330.

SalsaBoston Congress / New England Salsa Congreso
Congress organized by Olaf Bleck of SalsaBoston and held at SpringStep in Medford on October 15-17, 2004. This congress should not be confused with the annual Boston Salsa Congress organized by April Genovese and David Melendez and which is coming up again April 8-10, 2005.

Scullers Jazz Club
In the DoubleTree Hotel. Venue for occasional Latin Jazz and Salsa performances. e.g. Poncho Sanchez, Nestor Torres, and others.
Fri-Sun 10/28-30/05: Eddie Palmieri. Latin Jazz & salsa pianist, musician extraordinaire, & seven-time Grammy Award winner, Eddie Palmieri returns with his outstanding septet. Fri/Sat: $26 ($66 with dinner). Sun: $24 ($64 with dinner).
Fri-Sat 01/28-29/05: Larry Harlow & The Latin Jazz Encounter. This Latin jazz pianist is a true living legend of Afro- Cuban music. "El Judio Maravilloso", as he is affectionately called by his colleagues, completely revolutionized what is known today as "SALSA". His band includes; Bobby Sonabria- drums,Mac Golehon- trumpet, Eddy Rivera- bass, Chembo Corniel- congas, Ronnie Cuba- baritone sax. $22 ($60 with dinner).
Tue 08/10/04: Plena Libre. Three-time Grammy nominated Plena Libre, a 12 member band from Puerto Rico is celebrating their 10th anniversary and their 10th record release with "°Estamos Gozando!" $18 ($56 with dinner).
Tue 04/20/04: Humberto Ramirez. Latin Jazz trumpeter, producer, arranger, composer, bandleader and Berklee alum returns to support his latest CD. $16 ($51 with dinner).
Wed 04/14/04: Cubanismo - one of the hottest bands to come out of Cuba in nearly fifty years. Trumpet player Jesús Alemañy along with his 15-piece band bring their dance-inspiring mixture of montuno, mambo, pilon & son to our stage. $28, ($63 with dinner).
Thu-Sat 04/08-10/04: Eddie Palmieri Septet. Latin Jazz & salsa pianist, musician extraordinaire, & seven-time Grammy Award winner, Eddie Palmieri returns with his outstanding septet. Thu: $22 ($55 with dinner). Fri/Sat: $24 ($59 with dinner).
Tue 03/30/04: Nestor Nestor Torres. This exciting Latin Jazz flute player with his equally exciting band will be debuting his new CD coming out on Heads Up Records. $20, $55 with dinner.
03/27-28/03: Poncho Sanchez.
Address: 400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston • scullersjazz.com • info@scullersjazz.com •617-562-4111.

Sizzlin' Salsa Saturday
Monthly Salsa parties organized by April with dance performances by out of town groups. The 2nd Saturday of each month starting 4/12/03. Till 3 in the morning. $12.
Sat 12/13/03: Featuring Amaryllis Cintron and the debut performance of her new group MamboSon. 10 pm till 3 am.
Sat 06/14/03: Featuring the Melaza Dance Company (formerly known as the Aprilon2 dancers) debuting their new choreography. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. 10 pm till 3 am.
Sat 05/10/03: Featuring Ismael Otero & Jamie Matos of Caribbean Soul Dance Co.
Sat 04/12/03: Featuring Gabriel Perez & Kimberly Rivera from New York. Gabriel, the "turn pattern whiz kid", is an instructor at the On2 Studio in Manhattan. He previously danced with the Eddie Torres and Santo Rico dance companies. Kimberly is a dancer with Estilo Clasico (Jai and Candy).
NEW Address: 6th Floor, 179 South Street, South Station, Boston • South Station T stop on Red line • aprilon2.com • aprilon2@aol.com • 617-388-0925.
Address: 4th Floor, 100 Mass Ave (corner of Newbury St), Boston • Hynes/ICA T stop on Green line • aprilon2.com • aprilon2@aol.com • 617-388-0925.

Sons of Italy Lodge 1411
A function hall where the monthly Salsalegre Salsa social is held. Large room with plenty of table seating around the dance area. Closed in July and August 03 (Salsalegre is temporarily at the Longfellow Club in Wayland).
Address: 37 Washington Ave (not Street!), Natick.

Sophia's
An upscale restaurant, bar, and club Near Boston's Fenway Park. Has Latin music most nights of the week (including live house band).
Wednesdays is the predominantly Salsa night at Sophia's (75%). Rotating DJs among Nik, Antonio Ortiz, D Martinez, and Hernan. As of 1/29/03 Casino Rueda lesson with MIT Casino Rueda Group from 7:45 to 9:15. Salsa lesson with Kelly and Johnny at 9:15 pm. Dancing from 10 pm to 2 am. $2 for the lessons and $10 for dancing. 21+.
Fridays is another Salsa night at Sophia's. $10 for lesson and dancing. 21+.
Address: 1270 Boylston St, Boston • sophiasboston.net • info@sophiasboston.net • 617-351-7001.

Spontaneous Celebrations
Dance studio, school and venue for Edwin Pabon events such as:
05/17/03: Salsa party with dance groups going to the L.A. Salsa Congress. Performances by Melaza Dance Company and Johnny & Andres. Special guests Hips On Fire and Ana Tinajero, plus fashion show and more. DJ Pedro Santiago. Lesson at 8 pm. Dancing from 9 pm to 1 am. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 617-524-0457.
04/26/03: Salsa party with dance workshop, performances, fashion show, food, and drink. DJ Pedro Santiago. 8 pm to 1 am. 617-524-0457.
04/05/03: Leanna Cestaro Memorial Salsa Dance fundraiser for living water in El Salvador. salsa work shop at 8:30, with Edwin Pabon. Raffles, refreshments, door prize. Suggested Donations for tickets is $25. Minimum donations for tickets is $15. 8 pm to 12:30 am.
03/01/03: Women in Latin Jazz Festival.
Address: 45 Danforth St, Jamaica Plain • spontaneouscelebrations.org • sponcel@earthlink.net • 617-524-6373.

SuperShag Mega Dance Complex
Large dance studio in Waltham. Has a Salsa night the 3rd Saturday of each month. 9:00 pm to midnight w/ lesson at 8:15. $12 / $10 members.
Address: 406 Moody Street, Waltham • supershag.com • tibor@supershag.com • 781-894-7424.

La Timba Loca
A 12-piece band of international musicians with the rhythm known today as "timba" as its common ground. La Timba Loca's repertoire is a mix of Latin music classics rearranged and adapted to this new style, as well as original pieces that retain an old flavor but have an added touch of today.
Sat 09/25/04: At the Beantown Jazz Festival. 4:45-6 pm. Free.
Thu 04/15/04: At the Regattabar. 7:30 & 10:00 pm. $12.
Contact: latimbaloca.com • latimbaloca@latimbaloca.com • 617-522-2859, 617-967-6464.

Toast Lounge
Restaurant, bar and club in Union Square, Somerville. On Mondays is home of Havana Club/Mambo Mondays.
Address: 70 Union Square, Somerville • toastlounge.com.

Union Street
Restaurant, bar, and nightclub in Newton Center. Has a weekly Salsa Night on Tuesdays (as of 1/14/03) with DJ Jose Barron. Lessons by Hedwige/Noche Latina Dance Company (6:45 beginner, 8:00 advanced). General dancing 9 pm to midnight. $10 with the lesson, $4 for just the dancing after 9 pm. 21+. Plenty of free parking.
Address: 107 R Union Street, Newton • Newton Center T stop on Green/D line • unionst.com • unionst@unionst.com • 617-964-6684.

Viernes de Vacilon
Friday Latin night at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge with rotating DJs and monthly dance performances. Music format is Bachata, Merengue, Reggaeton, and Salsa (20%). Dancing from 9 10 pm to 2 am. FREE *at* 10 pm, $5 after 10 and before 11 pm, $10 after 11 pm. 18+.
09/15/06 Performances by Vittico "la Magia" Dancers. $5 before 10 pm, $10 after 10 pm.
08/25/06 Grand Opening with DJ Antonio Ortiz and dance performance by Sabrosuras, Melaza, and Barbara Macioce & Rudy Acosta.
Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • viernesdevacilon.com • info@viernesdevacilon.com • 617-876-9330.

Vincent's Latin Fridays
Vincent's is a spacious and elegant club and hosts Boston area's largest Latin night on Fridays with DJ "El Muchacho Malo" Michael Mercado. Music format is Bachata, Latin, House, Merengue and Salsa (20%). Has a large dance floor (and is always full), three bars, and its own free parking lot. $10, ladies free before 10:30 pm. 21+.
Address: 6 Billings St, Randolph • vincentsnightclub.com • vincentsnightclub@yahoo.com • 781-986-4000.

Waterfire
Annual festival in Providence, RI. Saturday 7/26/03 features live Salsa band (Grupo Sazon) and DJ tony Felix. Lesson with José Figueroa & Jeanne Oki. Guest dancers Latin Rhythm Dancers, Hacha y Machete, and Latin Sizzle. 8:30 - Midnight. FREE.
Address: Westminster St, Providence, RI • waterfire.org.

Wepa Salsa Sundays
As of 1/9/05: Salsa party every Sunday at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge. DJ Rob. 6 to 11 pm: Salsa lesson from 6 to 7 pm; dinner buffet from 7 to 8 pm; and social dancing to Salsa, Merengue, and Cha Cha from 7 to 11 pm. Occasional performances by invited groups. $10 for party and lesson, $5 for buffet, 18+.
As of 2/22/04: Salsa party on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Now at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge (as of 2/22/04). Alternating DJs Nik and Hernan. Salsa lessons from 6 to 7 pm. Dancing from 7 to 10 pm. Occasional performances by invited groups. $10, $12 with lesson. 18+.
Sun 02/20/05: Performances by AprilOn2 Choreography Group and Mamboslaves.
Sun 01/23/05: Fundraiser for tsunami disaster relief.
Sun 01/16/05: Fundraiser for tsunami disaster relief.
Sun 01/09/05: Fundraiser for tsunami disaster relief.
Sun 03/28/04: "Ladies Lead, Men Follow" Jack and Jill Dance Contest.
Sun 03/14/04: "On 1" Jack and Jill Dance Contest. Judges: Johnny Giraldo (Salsa Y Control), Anara Frank (Jam'nastics), Jeff Robinson (Havana Club). Prizes: Passes to Boston Salsa Congress, Wepa Sundays, Havana Club, and Salsa lessons.
Sun 02/22/04: Grand Opening of Wepa Sundays at Ryles plus Anniversary Celebration (7 years of teaching by April in Boston and 6 years of Wepa Salsa nights). Dance performances by EnMotion, Hacha Y Machete, Jam'nastics, Melaza, & Salsa Y Control. DJ Nik. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres. $10. 6 to 10 pm. No lesson.
New Address: 212 Hampshire St, Cambridge • aprilon2.com • aprilon2@aol.com • 617-388-0925.
Boston's premier Salsa "social" organized by April. Modeled after New York dance socials (smoke and alcohol free in a dance studio setting), the Wepa social is for Salsa (and Tango) dancers of all levels and backgrounds. Alternating DJs Nik and Hernan. Typically attended by 50-60 dancers and has room for double that. Wepa Salsa Sundays is held at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Boston (New location as of 6/1/03). Main room is Salsa (80%) with some Merengue, Bachata, and Cha Cha. Smaller room is the Tango Room. Salsa lessons from 8 to 9 pm. Dancing from 9 pm to midnight. As of 3/2/03, salsa lessons from 7 to 8 pm (beginner with April and intermediate with Ahmed). Dancing from 8 to 11 pm. As of 5/4/03, salsa lessons from 8 to 9 pm (beginner with April and intermediate with Ahmed). Dancing from 9 pm to midnight. Occasional performances by invited groups. $10. All ages.79 South Street, 6th Floor
Address: 6th Floor, 179 South Street, South Station, Boston • South Station T stop on Red line • aprilon2.com • aprilon2@aol.com • 617-388-0925.
Old Address: 4th Floor, 100 Mass Ave (corner of Newbury St), Boston • Hynes/ICA T stop on Green line • aprilon2.com • aprilon2@aol.com • 617-388-0925.

Western Front
Small club in Cambridgeport area of Cambridge.
10/26/03: Cuban Social Club. Cuban food, music, & dancing with Merida Castillo and her band. 6 to 11 pm (family activities from 5 to 7 pm). $10. Organized by Common Ground. 617-661-7653.
06/29/03 & 07/27/03: Cuban Social Club. Cuban food, music, & dancing with the Arturo Stable Band. 5 to 11 pm (family activities from 5 to 7 pm). $15. Organized by Common Ground. 617-661-7653.
Address: 343 Western Ave, Cambridge • 617-492-7772.

World Music
Organizers of music and dance concerts from around the world, such as Ibrahim Ferrer (from Cuba) on 2/7/03.
Contact: worldmusic.org • info@worldmusic.org • 617-876-4275.

Zuzu
Middle Eastern restaurant and music venue in Central Square, Cambridge.
Address: 474 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge • 617-492-9181.