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One of our favorite things to do is entertain, so when we were asked to dance at the 40th Anniversary Sock Hop, the excitement began. Our teacher Yvonne Romano choreographed a fun dance to Rock Around the Clock, costumes were ordered, and rehearsals began. Our flash mob included some of our newest members and special guest dancers, Chris Bessey and Estee Aragon. We had so much fun dancing for you in our Pink Lady Jackets. What a wonderful finale to the 40th anniversary festivities! For information about Ballet, Hawaiian, Belley, Tap and Jazz classes please contact the Ocean Hills Dance Troupe at ohccdancetroupe@gmail.com A picture is worth a thousand words… Have you always wanted to try Ballroom dancing or are you an experienced dancer? The Ballroom Dance Club has something for everyone! Join us at our August dance to be held on Fri., Aug. 9 in Abravanel Hall from 7 to 9:15 pm. Get some exercise, have fun, and make new social connections. Dress is casual. We will dance to the music of the popular Music Station Duo. The cost will be $15 for members or $20/nonmember. The club sponsors weekly ballroom dance lessons each Wednesday in Abravanel Hall from 2 to 3:45 pm. • 2 – 2:45 pm Beginner Class • 2:45 – 3 pm Dance Tips and Techniques for both Beginners and Intermediates • 3 – 3:45 pm Intermediate Class The cost for the Beginner or Intermediate class is $10/person per class for both members and nonmembers. Pay at the door (no reservations required, just come). The dance being taught changes each month. The following is the class schedule through October this year. August, Hustle * September, Salsa * October, Cha-Cha. The dance being taught in August is Hustle. It is a lively and exciting partner dance style that combines elements of disco, swing, and Latin dances. It is a partner version of disco dancing and is very suitable for Doowop dances. It is not only danced to disco music such as Stayin Alive by the Bee Gees and Do the Hustle by Van Mccoy but is often danced today to contemporary pop music. The Hustle dance is highly improvisational, allowing dancers to incorporate their own unique style and creativity into the dance. It encourages spontaneity and adaptability on the dance floor, as dancers respond to the music and each other's movements. Lesson Review and Practice Sessions are held in Abravanel Hall from 2 to 4 pm each week on Mondays. Marvin and Lynn Wheeler, who are very experienced dancers, review Wednesday's lessons and provide help upon request. After the review, you can practice your dancing to a variety of ballroom music. The event is FREE, just drop in. These sessions are open to all residents of OHCC and guests. The annual membership dues for the Ballroom Dance Club are $10 per person. With this membership you will receive regular emails describing club activities as well as discounts for dances. To join, just drop your check off at the front desk. For further information, please call Marv Todd (978) 239-5440 or email mtodd941@gmail. com. Written by Marv Todd 14 | OHCC LIVING | AUGUST 2024 | Ballroom Dance Ocean Hills Dance Troupe