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Have you always wanted to try Ballroom dancing or are you an experienced dancer? e Ballroom Dance Club has something for everyone! Join us at our Spring Fling dance that will be held on Fri., April 11 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. e cost will be $15/member or $20/nonmember. Checks will be due by Fri., April 4. e 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 e cost for the Beginner or Intermediate class is $10/member and $12/nonmember. Pay at the door (no reservations are required, just come). In April and May, the dance being taught will be Cha-Cha. It is a lively, rhythmical dance that originated in Cuba in the 1950s. It's a type of Latin dance that's characterized by its distinctive rhythmic pattern and playful, irtatious style. It features a distinct "cha- cha-cha" shue step and is oen danced to upbeat Latin music, showcasing a syncopated beat and infectious charm. It remains a popular dance in both social and competitive settings due to its rhythmic appeal, energetic movements, and the ability for dancers to express a range of emotions through their body language and interactions. Lesson Review and Practice Parties 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. Aer the review, you can practice your dancing to a variety of ballroom music. e party is FREE, just drop in. ese parties are open to all residents of OHCC and guests of members. e 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 lessons and dances. To join, just drop your check o at the front desk. Indicate your email address(s) on the check. Written by Marv Todd, (978) 239-5440, mtodd941@gmail.com. 16 | OHCC LIVING | APRIL 2025 | Ballroom Dance

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