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The International Dancers of Sun Lakes are beginning another exciting year with members actively involved learning new dances for their 2020 show. The spectacular "Jasmine Fan Dance," directed by Joan Lau, is a main attraction in the Sun Lakes Follies on Nov. 8 and 9. Thank you, Joan, for representing IDS in the Follies and for many years of support to our group. The same appreciation is extended to Nora Huffman, Susana Arzubiaga, Perla Williams and Penny Skog. We welcome Jean Court as our new coordinator for American dance. She possesses a wealth of knowledge from her 30-plus years of dance, including her own studio. For information about International Dancers of Sun Lakes, call Diane Rossovich, Director, at (530) 913-8758, Lily Fedotowsky, Assistant Director, at (941) 662-0633 or any of the coordinators in the yellow box at right. Vanessa Valbalos, of Riverside, will continue to teach Flamenco. A Folkloric coordinator will be announced at a later date, as well as possible new Latin dances. 36 | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | NOVEMBER 2019 | Pro Dancer Rene Rivera has been doing a fantastic job for the Stardust Dancers with his Social Dance Class. For those of you who have not attended these very popular classes, don't miss out on the Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 classes from 4 to 6 pm at the South Clubhouse. Partners are not needed, as all steps are taught on an individual basis, as well as with a partner. Evelyn Hawkins partners with Rene to demonstrate the patterns and steps. Recent instruction has been on West Coast swing, East Coast Swing, Cha Cha and Slow Dance. Renee has won many awards in competition. He will be competing again soon in Palm Springs and Los Angeles. He is also the Dance Host for the ICC club, dancing with all interested singles who attend. Stardust Dancers have perfected their "One" number and "Como La Fleur" dance for the upcoming Follies Show — 20 of the members will be dancing in these numbers, showcasing two very different styles of dance. New members are always welcome. New dancers can reach instructor Evelyn Hawkins at (951) 845-7199. All are welcome. Beginner classes are open now. Stardust Dancers International Dancers Donna (951) 282-1087 Belly Dance Diane (951) 769-0286 Hawaiian Sarah (951) 769-1164 Hawaiian Jean (951) 796-6008 Folkloric Merle (951) 845-9342 American Int'l Culture Club In November we celebrate "The many blessings of giving thanks." We will dance to the music of Showdown Band. You will find a pre-set dinner salad with tomato and cucumber. The salad will be served with both ranch and Italian dressings. Our buffet entrée will consist of a carving station with turkey breast and baked ham, stuffing/dressing, sweet potatoes with brown sugar, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and cranberry sauce (no nuts). Our dessert will be bread pudding with a maple cream sauce. Sign up for this dinner dance on the first Thursday afternoon of the month at 3 pm at the North Clubhouse. Members will pay $25 and non-resident guests are $28. Our try-before-you-join is still in effect. The try before you buy price is $28. For new members our annual club membership is $25 for the year. If you find after signing up that you cannot attend, call Carol Hurt at (951) 769-1315 no later than the following Sunday afternoon after the sign-up and she will return your check. After Sunday afternoon you can request a take-out meal box which you will be able to pick up after 7 pm on the night of the dance. Call Marilyn Forhane at (951) 845-9455 for information.