Baltimore Salsa Blog

Baltimore Salseros are opening up new nights all over town. My word!  Let me brief you on a few that recently hit my inbox...every Tuesday starting this week - Salsa Social with Tabitha at BSDC's new studio in Federal Hill, every Thursday starting September 2 - Free Pachanga Party with DJ Gustavo at Lux Lounge on S Calvert Street, and beginning August 27 - Fourth Fridays Salsa Party at BSDC.  If you have difficulty deciding where to go, you must first identify what you are in the mood for that day.  Do you want to dance Salsa all night or mix it up?  Ask around about the venues and then choose accordingly.  If you prefer, Baltimore Salsa Meetup does the thinking for you.  Just follow our schedule.  This weekend, we're going to the Saturday Salsa Jam at StudioDNA for Jesus and Nicole's event.  Then, on Sunday, we are learning some hot and spicy bachata from Lee 'El Gringuito" at Mustang Alleys beginning with workshops at 4pm and the party at 8pm.  Be warned that these lessons are known to make a lady blush.

Upcoming August Events:

• Wednesday, August 4: Women in Salsa Awards @ Zanzibar - Congrats to Grace Badillo (Scroll down for details).
• Saturday, August 7: BSM @ Salsa Jam Social at StudioDNA in Canton.
• Sunday, August 8: BSM @ Bachata Workshop and Dance Party with Lee "El Gringito" at Mustang Alleys
• Friday, August 13: BSM @ Salsa Block Party at Towson Dance Studio.
• Saturday, August 14: BSM @ Ballroom vs Salsa Round II
• Saturday, August 14: FREE Latin Party @ Cazabe's in Jessup (scroll down for details)
• Tuesday, August 17: Beginner Salsa with Jonathon Tejeda, Slayton Studio, Columbia.
• Weekend, August 19-22: 2nd Annual DC Bachata Congress
• Friday, August 20: BSM @ BMore Salsa at Alonso's
• Thursday, August 26: BSM @ Mustang Alleys
• Friday, August 27: NEW 4th Fridays at BSDC's new studio in Federal Hill (Scroll down for details).
• Saturday, August 28: BSM @ Latin Quarter Rooftop Party in Annapolis
• Saturday, August 28: Salsa Jam NY Roadtrip to La Vieja Guardia 2nd year anniversary.
• Sunday, August 29: BSM Party at Dickeyville Dance Studio
• Sunday, August 29: Prince Royce LIVE (Bachata) at TSR

Additional Events:

• Weekend, September 1-5: New York International Salsa Congress
• Wednesday, September 1: Funk your Salsa Workshop, Slayton Studio, 10400 Cross Fox Lane Columbia Md 21044, by Funk2clive Production! Ronald Rios and Jonathon Tejeda.
• Thursday, September 2: NEW - Pachanga Party at Lux Lounge with DJ Gustavo.
• Sunday, September 5: Luis Enrique Live at TSR. Buy tickets online.
• Sunday, September 12: El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico Live at TSR. Buy tickets online.
• Sunday, September 26: Frederick Latin Festival
• Sunday, September 26: BSM @ Mari Luna Rooftop Party
• Weekend, October 29-31: Philly Salsa Fest
• Bachata Sensation Vacation November 5-8 with Jonny Tejada and others to his homeland, Dominican Republic $695.
• Salsa Escape Vacation November 9-12 continues in the Dominican Republic $696.

Weekly Listings are Highlighted Below.  For details on regular venues, select the day of the week on the top menu bar:
Details include the address, instructor, times, cost, type of music, dress code, and additional information.

MONDAYS (Select for details)

FREE - Talara's- Salsa Lesson and Dancing
615 President Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

Towson Dance Studio - Salsa Rueda Lessons
9486 Deereco Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

TUESDAYS (Select for details)

Baltimore Salsa Dance Company - Salsa Party
Every Tuesday Beginning August 3
1541 Light Street, Baltimore, MD (Federall Hill Neighborhood)

The Barking Dog - Salsa Lesson and Dancing
4723 Elm Street in downtown Bethesda (metro accessible and safe).

Beso del Cielo Rooftop - Salsa Lesson and Latin Dancing
155 Gibbs Street, Rockville's Town Center

The Promenade Dancesport Facility - Salsa Lesson
2605 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore, MD 21224

FREE - Red Maple - Salsa Lesson and Dancing
930 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

WEDNESDAYS (Select for details)

Sammy's Trattoria - Salsa Lessons and Dancing
1200 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-5508

Towson Dance Studio - Salsa Lesson Only
9486 Deereco Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

Latin Palace - Bachata Lesson
509 S. Broadway Street (Fells Point), Baltimore, MD

Cafe TaCuba - Latin Night
19741 Frederick Rd., Germantown, MD

THURSDAYS (Select for details)

La Palapa Grill & Cantina - Salsa Lesson and Latin Dancing
8307 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Latin Palace - Salsa Lesson
509 S. Broadway Street (Fells Point), Baltimore, MD

Mustang Alleys - Salsa Lesson and Dancing
1300 Bank Street, Holland Mfg. Bldg, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21231

UMCP
Cuban Salsa Rueda at UMCP in College Park. Read more here.

FRIDAYS (Select for details)

Latin Palace - Salsa Lessons and Latin Dancing
509 S. Broadway Street (Fells Point), Baltimore, MD

Salsa Block Party - August 13
Second Fridays
Towson Dance Studio
9486 Deereco Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD
(just a block south of Padonia Rd.)

Latin Salsa Night - August 6
That's Dancing Ballroom & Dancesport Center
Monthly Fridays
8610 Baltimore Washington Blvd, Suite 203, Jessup, MD

Alonso's - Salsa Lessons and Dancing
1st and 3rd Fridays  - August 6
415 W Cold spring Lane, Baltimore, 21210

Baltimore Salsa Dance Company - Salsa Lessons and Dancing
4th Fridays Beginning August 27
1541 Light Street, Baltimore, MD (Federall Hill Neighborhood)

Monthly Divino Lounge - Salsa Dancing (August 13)
7345-B Wisconsin Ave. Bethesda, MD 20814

Rendezvous Studio - Salsa Lessons and Dance Party
11910 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD

StudioDNA Summer Salsa Progressive Workshops
3500 Boston Street (Canton), Baltimore, MD - across from Merritt Athletic Club
All levels from 6:30 to 9pm. Bring your dance shoes and water.

SATURDAYS (Select for details)

Los Arrieros Restaurant and Night Club - Latin Music and Dancing
7929 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Latin Palace - Bachata/Salsa Lessons and Dancing
509 S. Broadway Street (Fells Point), Baltimore, MD

That's Dancing Ballroom & Dancesport Center - Afternoon Lessons Only
8610 Baltimore Washington Blvd, Suite 203, Jessup, MD

Salsa Jam Social (SalsaOn2 with Jesus/Nicole)
StudioDNA Monthly (1st Saturdays) - across from Merritt Athletic Club
3500 Boston Street (Canton), Baltimore, MD

SUNDAYS (Select for details)

Cancun Cantina - Salsa Lesson and Latin Dancing
7501 Old Telegraph Road, Hanover, MD 21076

Dance Studio in Dickeyville - Salsa Rueda Lesson and Dancing
4900 Wetheredsville Road, Building #2, Baltimore, MD 21207

Sincerely,
Sue Elliott
Contact me

Creator of the Baltimore Salsa Blog

Co-Director of the Baltimore Salsa Fest - returning March 25-26, 2011.
...and I have a full-time job and a kid. I must be a Salsaholic!

Assistant Organizer of the Baltimore Salsa Meetup

Follow me on Twitter for daily updates or just read the feed under the beautiful image of the Baltimore Inner Harbor. 

Got shoes? Buy them online at Exotic Salsa Shoes.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 Eighth Annual Tribute To Women in Salsa at Zanzibar on the Waterfront
Mark your calendars and plan to attend the Tribute to Women in Salsa. It takes place on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at Zanzibar on the Waterfront located at 700 Water St. SW; Washington, DC 20024. Grace Badillo of Dancing With Grace Productions will be honored and will be the special guest dance instructor that night. Eight women’s teams will perform. Confirmed Dance Teams: Baltimore Salsa Nation, Columbia Dance Project, Dance In Time, Kim Yates & Friends, Salsa Fuego and Salsa Vive WPFW 89.3 FM Latin Flavor Hostess, Nancy Alonso and DJ Elvira will provide entertainment. You must be 21 with valid identification to enter. Suggested Dress Code: Dress to Impress. Cover $10. Doors open at 6:00pm. Dance Lesson at 7:00 pm dancing begins at 8:00 pm with the awards ceremony and dance show beginning at 9 :00 pm. Dancing continues after the show until 1:00 am.
EileenTorres, a Washington, DC Salsa promoter, historian, events producer and instructor began the salsa tributes in 2002 to recognize individuals who have assisted in developing the salsa scene. The awardees are honored for their contributions to building a vibrant salsa community.

Saturday, August 14, 2010
FREE 2nd Official Latin Dance Party/Promotion for Blast Premium Energy Mixer at Cazabe Restaurant and Lounge, 8801 Washington Blvd., Jessup, (240)456-0888
Be one of the first to try the Cazabe Blast Energy Shot for a great tasting, no sugar, no crash, "energy all night" experience! DJ Fuego will play a Latin mix of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Reggaeton, Punta, Cumbia, etc. Dance contest and drink specials! Dominican/Puerto Rican style cuisine. Food served until 11pm, dancing from 10pm-2 am. Sponsored by Cazabe's and Blast Premium Energy Mixer (hostess Keelan Ostrand).

*NEW* 4th Fridays Beginning August 27th
Party Hosts: Baltimore Salsa Dance Company
1541 Light Street, Baltimore, MD (Federall Hill Neighborhood)
Tabitha says: Party from 9pm to 2am for $5 cover. BYOB and BYOD. Bring a dish and we can make it a potluck! Free spring water on site! Free parking on the street or free parking available at the middle school on the next block up from the studio compliments of our sponsors, The Reserve....