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As of early July our Summer Fun Dinner Dance sold out. Thank you one and all. The Parade section of the Press Enterprise newspaper recently ran an article called "People Power." It focused on improving the quality of life for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. In it was the following: "You're never in a bad mood when you're dancing," said ballroom dance instructor Nathan Hescock of Rhythm Break Cares, a nonprofit in New York City that brings the restorative power of dance to people with dementia. After leading a dance program at a nursing home for a few weeks, Nathan was so impressed by the improvement in many people that he has continued his dance efforts to help others. "Our goal isn't to turn everyone into professional dancers. We think that a fun, supportive, learning environment of ballroom dancing may capture all of the benefits that are associated with delaying and decreasing the risk of dementia." You can check Rhythm Break Cares on the Internet for yourself. Most of us are not afflicted with dementia or Alzheimer's, but we certainly can improve our mental, emotional and physical health by ballroom dancing. In an instant, a blink of an eye, we process the music, translate it into rhythm and timing, and get our feet and body to move with the beat and syncopation. It's truly amazing, and it's great fun. Come see for yourself. Visit us on Monday nights in our Ballroom. Newcomers basic dance steps are from 6 to 6:30 pm. Beginners with some experience meet from 6:30 to 7 pm. More advanced dance is from 7 to 8 pm. Cost is $5 for a half hour, or $10 for the whole evening. Contacts: Puring and Gary Stifter at (951) 922- 8333, or at purings@verizon.net. ~ Willis Fagan Ballroom & Social Dance The advanced Line Dance class is really improving. We will be performing in the Aug. 14 free fun evening of PG 55+ acts. You will really enjoy the show and it will put a smile on your face that should last for days. Line dancing is fun exercise and does not require you to control someone or be controlled by another person. The new dancers in the June very beginners class had so much fun learning basic steps that most are advancing to the 3 pm class with ease. They just needed to learn one step at a time. The important part is coming out and having fun. Hope to see you on Tuesdays at our normal beginners 3 pm class in the Ballroom at the Lodge and at 3:45 pm for the advanced class. ~ Martha Franck 30 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | AUGUST 2015 Do you enjoy dancing? Heart and Soul Line Dancing is in Da House! Why not join us Wednesday for an afternoon of fun. Dancing is a great way to burn calories while giving your heart, body, and soul a workout. You won't even feel like you're exercising. Dance schedule: Beginners from 4 to 5:20 pm; Intermediate, 5:20 to 6 pm. No partner necessary, just wear comfortable shoes (no flip-flops) and bring water. Info., Priscilla, (951) 922-0755. See you on the dance floor! ~ Priscilla Robles Heart & Soul Line Dance Line Dancing