Belly Dance Events

Yasmina's Joy of Belly Dancing

Events in Arizona

Events in Arizona
July - Aug. - Sept. - Oct. - Nov.

Demi Faraday on going classes
Paradise Valley Community Center, North Phx Monday & Tuesdays
South Mountain Community Center, Wednesdays
Mountain View Community Center, North Phx Thursdays
contact Demi before starting classes - 602-957-1830 or http://www.demifaraday.com/

1st
Samia's Tuesday morning's ...Belly Dance Workout!
Sign up now for June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1
On-Going 5 week sessions....join in now!
Learn new Belly Dance moves and also a 30 minute cardio workout with all belly dance moves!
9:30AM All Level Class...New Dancers through Advanced...Belly Dance Workout!!!
5 weeks for $30 Prepay...$35 at the door first day.....$8 per class for drop-in rate
This class will be a continual class as long as there's interest....each 5 weeks students can re-register...drop-in rate is $8 per class.
Held @ Samia's In-Home Studio
3052 E. Oriole Way, Chandler, 85286
480-855-3566
Paseo Trail Subdivision
Take 101 South, to Just South of Chandler Blvd Take the 202 East all the way to Gilbert Rd exit, drive South on Gilbert a half mile. East side of Gilbert Rd, between Germann & Queen Creek Rd. Turn east on Ryan, south on Adobe, and west on Oriole Way. We're the 4th house on the right.
Contact Samia if you plan on registering for this class: samiadancer@qwest.net 480-855-3566

4th
Burning Bush Drum, Fire Drums and Dance
8:45 PM
Location: Wagon Wheel Building on the Melrose Curve
7th Ave . ( not street ) and Montecito just N. of Indian School
Central Phoenix
More Info: Sue @ 602.828.6373
This is a Fire Drums and Dance event every first Friday of the month . We have massive West African beats with Middle Eastern shots. This is community drumming and we welcome ALL drummers to jam . There is community dance for all and belly and African dance welcome at all levels. Fire performances from YardZ and crew and many others!

5th
Mini workshop with Yasmina
This month's topic - Arms
Workshops are held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Workshops are 1 1/2 hours in length from 10 - 11:30 the 1st Saturday of the month.
Workshop fee is $5
NOTE: please wear shoes workshops are held outside on a covered brick patio and there are mirrors. During the summer months (June, July & August workshops will be moved inside)
Please call and reserve your spot since space is limited - 480/962-6303

10th
2^nd Thursday of the Month Class with Yasmina
This month's topic – Sword, learn balance techniques and a short choreography.
Class is held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa
Classes are 1 hour from 7 – 8 p.m. the 2^nd Thursday of the month.
Class fee is $5 and limited to 10 students.
Please email or call to reserve your spot – 480/962-6303
NOTE: classes are held outside on a covered brick patio that has carpeting and there are mirrors.

12th
**Belly Dance Bra and Belt Contruction
Taught by Rukshana/Gail Wolfenden-Steib at the Mesa Arts Center
10-4PM with a 1 hour lunch break Cost $66
course number 714204-01
register on line at www.mesaartscenter.com, rec trac 480-644-4449 or call the registrar (recommended) 480-644-6520
Estimated materials cost $50 and up
This is a hands on workshop that will include the basics of theatrical costume design,
alteration techniques for dance and assorted tricks of the trade used to create a custom fit bra and belt suitable for cabaret or tribal belly dance.
A detailed instructional handout will be provided.
Please wear clothing suitable to the first class for taking measurements.
Some hand sewing skills are required.

**Way Out West
A new beginning Over Coffee
live, laugh, love and belly dance
Al Bash, Kirk Douglas, Jennifer Lancaster, Roxanne Gallo - owners & hosts of a great new relaxing coffee & scones shop with entertainment featuring - belly dancing
2nd Saturday of every month
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
MC Antarctica
all professionals, instructors, students and drummers welcome
bring CD's, cassettes, friends, family to Surprise Greenway Rd. Crossing Shopping Center at Greenway Rd. and 303
call Antarctica 623/266-2480 or Over Coffee 623/546-4442 for directions

13th
Arizona MECDA Chapter Meeting
9:30 AM
Location: Fair Trade Cafe
1020 N. 1st Ave.
Phoenix AZ
More Info: 480-233-0022
www.levantalsonora.com

17th
"Evening with Kids" Held @ Chandler Center For The Arts
(Arizona Avenue just North of Chandler Blvd)
5pm-8pm (Belly Dance Performances after 7:00pm)
This show is a culmination of summer recreation programs offered through Chandler Community Centers.
Mostly children's classes will be performing, however, a few adult classes performing in the second portion of the show.
Samia's Belly Dance Students performing a group number....belly dancers interested in joining in, please contact Samia.
Bring your family to this event...the lobby will be set up to display art work created by the arts/crafts classes,
Hotdogs and drinks will be sold in the lobby before the performances begin.
Open to the Public~ Join in the Fun!
Samia 480-855-3566 samiadancer@qwest.net

19th
**Belly Dance Bra and Belt Contruction
Taught by Rukshana/Gail Wolfenden-Steib at the Mesa Arts Center
10-4PM with a 1 hour lunch break Cost $66
course number 714204-01
register on line at www.mesaartscenter.com, rec trac 480-644-4449 or call the registrar (recommended) 480-644-6520
Estimated materials cost $50 and up
This is a hands on workshop that will include the basics of theatrical costume design,
alteration techniques for dance and assorted tricks of the trade used to create a custom fit bra and belt suitable for cabaret or tribal belly dance.
A detailed instructional handout will be provided.
Please wear clothing suitable to the first class for taking measurements.
Some hand sewing skills are required.

**Beginner Belly Dance with Gina
Belly dance with Gina! A class for beginner students. This is a 6 week session that you will learn at least 12 new belly dance moves like snake arms, rib circles, undulations, and shimmy’s!!!!
When: Wednesdays starting July 9th: 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine™
2152 S. Vineyard, Suite 138
Mesa AZ 85210
Find directions and a map at www.trueharmonywellness.com
Cost: $15/ class (discounts available with purchase of class card)
Contact: 480-539-6646

**Workshop with Carrie
10:00am-11:45 Shimmy workshop
w/ Carrie (variations & layering) $22 www.anayatribal.com -
raianah@anayatribal.com
must pre-register Bellydance Shoppe
14848 N. Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, AZ

20th
Belly Praise Night
A time from music, dance and praise
3rd Sunday of Each Month)
6:30 PM to 9:30ish PM
At
BellyDanceShoppe
14848 N Cave Creek Road
Phoenix Az 85032
This month: A Special Evening at BellyDanceShoppe
Enjoy Open Dance and Open Drumming. We would really love to have you! We will have some refreshments, some gifts and lots of fun!
We will have lots of open dance and open drumming but you are also invited to perform. If you would like a time reserved please let us know.
Dancers bring a costume or party wear. Drummers bring your drums, riks, etc.. Bring a friend. Bring a snack if you like. But most of important, bring YOU!
For More Info Colleen at theredheadedbellygirl@yahoo.com
or BellyDanceShoppe (602)997-4149
Please Come....... Sing...... Dance....... Praise & Enjoy each others Company.

25th & 26th
Yasmina's Belly Dance classes along with the other dance classes from the Mesa Art Center
in the End of the Summer Concert
held at the Playhouse Theater at the Mesa Art Center
1 East Main Street (south east corner of Main and Center)
show time 7:30 p.m. both nights
ticket $5 in advance or $6 at the door
more info contact Yasmina, yasmina@joyofbellydancing.com

26th few spaces remaining in the Fan Veil Workshop
**Two Workshops with Yasmina
Place - Women's Club of Mesa - 200 N. Macdonald, Mesa, AZ
Doors open at - 9:00 a.m.
Workshops – 10 – 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 – 2 p.m.
Join us for a day of shopping and workshops
Workshops will be taught by Yasmina
Sassy, Spicy & Fun Combos (10 – 11:30)
FanVeil (12:30 – 2)
Workshops are $15 each or both for $25 before July 15th.
Vending by The Art of Belly Dancing by Samia and Shimmy Bliss
Make/Send payment to:
Joy of Belly Dancing / P.O. Box 1161 / Mesa. AZ 85211
Register in Advance - Class will be limited – fee refunded only if class is full
Workshop registration will be taken at the door if room is available - Cash at the door only
More info contact - Yasmina (480)962-6303, email yasmina@joyofbellydancing.com or check out workshop flyer (Word document)

**Egyptian Cartouche hosts dance night at Maui Wowi
Dancers, drummers and audience all welcome
check out their website for more info
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Maui Wowi Coffees and Smoothies
3722 E. Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 840-3444

**Bellydance Nights at the Olive Branch!
And the last Saturday of Every Month
6:30-9:00 PM!
Delicious food, fabulous bar, top-quality hookah available!
Bring your friends! Bring your fellow dancers! And come out to PARTY!!
$10 cover charge includes FREE appetizer and the opportunity to dance solo/in groups, performing with DJs and live drummers!
Questions? Call Tanith @ (480) 201-3169
Or visit Olivebranchmed.com
The Olive Branch
Mediterranean Restaurant
3231 S Mill Avenue
Tempe AZ 85282
480-966-9829
(NE Corner of Mill & Southern)

August

1st
Burning Bush Drum, Fire Drums and Dance
8:45 PM
Location: Wagon Wheel Building on the Melrose Curve
7th Ave . ( not street ) and Montecito just N. of Indian School
Central Phoenix
More Info: Sue @ 602.828.6373
This is a Fire Drums and Dance event every first Friday of the month . We have massive West African beats with Middle Eastern shots. This is community drumming and we welcome ALL drummers to jam . There is community dance for all and belly and African dance welcome at all levels. Fire performances from YardZ and crew and many others!

2nd
Mini workshop with Yasmina
This month's topic - Hand candles
Workshops are held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Workshops are 1 1/2 hours in length from 10 - 11:30 the 1st Saturday of the month.
Workshop fee is $5
NOTE: please wear shoes workshops are held outside on a covered brick patio and there are mirrors. During the summer months (June, July & August workshops will be moved inside)
Please call and reserve your spot since space is limited - 480/962-6303

2nd & 3rd
Salome's Secret presents Tito
4 hours on Saturday - 4 hours on Sunday along with a 2 hour show!!!
We will not have lots of dancers for his show. TITO is great alone!!.
More info soon contact Esther - 480-522-9238 (cell) email salomessecret@cox.net.

9th
Way Out West
A new beginning Over Coffee
live, laugh, love and belly dance
Al Bash, Kirk Douglas, Jennifer Lancaster, Roxanne Gallo - owners & hosts of a great new relaxing coffee & scones shop with entertainment featuring - belly dancing
2nd Saturday of every month
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
MC Antarctica
all professionals, instructors, students and drummers welcome
bring CD's, cassettes, friends, family to Surprise Greenway Rd. Crossing Shopping Center at Greenway Rd. and 303
call Antarctica 623/266-2480 or Over Coffee 623/546-4442 for directions

14th
2^nd Thursday of the Month Class with Yasmina
This month's topic – Hip technique, work on hip movements, shimmy's and layering them together.
Class is held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa
Classes are 1 hour from 7 – 8 p.m. the 2^nd Thursday of the month.
Class fee is $5 and limited to 10 students.
Please email or call to reserve your spot – 480/962-6303
NOTE: classes are held outside on a covered brick patio that has carpeting and there are mirrors.

16th
**Gypsy Chick Productions is Proud to Present:
One Sizzling Summer of Belly Dance. Only in Sedona!
Yasmina
Spicy, Playful, Fun Combos and More
Need some new combinations to spice up your dance? Do you feel like you dance at the same speed all the time? In this workshop you will learn new combinations from the basic combo and adding layers to it to really spice up your dance. These combos are great for both cabaret and tribal dance styles. We will also work on slowing your dance down. Learn tips and techniques to add variety and spice to your performance.
1:00-3:30 Devi Yoga, Sedona
$50 (40 by Aug 1)
• Evening Performance at the Rock Café
Together with The Gypsy Chicks! 6:30-8:30pm
For complete details please contact Holly: 928/300-4452
email bodyandmindholly@esedona.net
www.gypsychicksdance.com

**Bohemian Cabaret Danse de Cirque
Bellydancers, Tramps and Freaks
Directed by K-Lee (aka Lucy Morals)
Presented by NATIUM World Dance
Promotions, ticket sales and booking by Trash City Entertainment
Hosted by The Sets 93 East Southern Tempe
August 16 2008 9pm showtime, doors open at 8pm
$15 up close and personal with a table
$10 General Admission - First come first seated
Booking & Tickets: www.trashcityentertainment.com
Location: www.thesets.com
More info http://www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden/dansedecirque.htm

17th
Belly Praise Night
A time from music, dance and praise
3rd Sunday of Each Month)
6:30 PM to 9:30ish PM
At
BellyDanceShoppe
14848 N Cave Creek Road
Phoenix Az 85032
This month: A Special Evening at BellyDanceShoppe
Enjoy Open Dance and Open Drumming. We would really love to have you! We will have some refreshments, some gifts and lots of fun!
We will have lots of open dance and open drumming but you are also invited to perform. If you would like a time reserved please let us know.
Dancers bring a costume or party wear. Drummers bring your drums, riks, etc.. Bring a friend. Bring a snack if you like. But most of important, bring YOU!
For More Info Colleen at theredheadedbellygirl@yahoo.com
or BellyDanceShoppe (602)997-4149
Please Come....... Sing...... Dance....... Praise & Enjoy each others Company.

23rd
Egyptian Cartouche hosts dance night at
Maui Wowi
Dancers, drummers and audience all welcome
check out their website for more info
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Maui Wowi Coffees and Smoothies
3722 E. Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 840-3444

September

4th
Samia's Chandler Belly Dance Classes - FALL Session Begins
Chandler Community Center - 782-2727 for registration information
A 2nd session will be offered, Oct. 16 - Nov. 20, 2008
Registration online - - www.chandleraz.org/recreation/breaktime.htm or Touch Tone registration: 480-782-2985
Pre-registration with City of Chandler $7
Final registration payment due first night of class to instructor: $25 (no credit cards)
125 E. Commonwealth (South of Chandler Blvd., East of AZ Ave)
7 Week Session - $32
6:30pm - 7:25pm Beginning Belly Dance
7:30pm - 8:25pm Belly Dance Aerobics ...please note: It benefits student dancers to know Beginning Belly Dance basics for this class
Many new students, take Beginning Belly Dance and the Belly Dance Aerobics (a great two-hour workout).
Instructor: Samia 480-855-3566 samiadancer@qwest.net

5th
Burning Bush Drum, Fire Drums and Dance
8:45 PM
Location: Wagon Wheel Building on the Melrose Curve
7th Ave . ( not street ) and Montecito just N. of Indian School
Central Phoenix
More Info: Sue @ 602.828.6373
This is a Fire Drums and Dance event every first Friday of the month . We have massive West African beats with Middle Eastern shots. This is community drumming and we welcome ALL drummers to jam . There is community dance for all and belly and African dance welcome at all levels. Fire performances from YardZ and crew and many others!

6th
Mini workshop with Yasmina
This month's topic - Tribal Fusion Indian styling
Workshops are held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Workshops are 1 1/2 hours in length from 10 - 11:30 the 1st Saturday of the month.
Workshop fee is $5
NOTE: please wear shoes workshops are held outside on a covered brick patio and there are mirrors. During the summer months (June, July & August workshops will be moved inside)
Please call and reserve your spot since space is limited - 480/962-6303

8th
Samia's Ocotillo-Chandler Belly Dance - Fall Session Begins
Snedigar Rec Center (bldg next to Skate Park) - 782-2641 for registration information
A 2nd session will be offered Oct. 27th - Dec. 1st, 2008
Registration online - - www.chandleraz.org/recreation/breaktime.htm or Touch Tone registration: 480-782-2985
Pre-registration with City of Chandler $7
Final registration payment due first night of class to instructor: $25 (no credit cards)
4500 South Basha Rd, Chandler, AZ 85244
(South of Queen Creek Rd, East of Alma School Rd.)
6 Week Session - $32 (New Six Week Session, However, class is 65 minutes, instead of 55 min.
6:30pm - 7:35pm - Beginning Belly Dance, includes learning zills
7:45pm - 8:50pm - Intermediate Belly Dance, includes veil dancing and zill drills!
(Youth can register with Adult for these classes)
Instructor: Samia 480-855-3566 samiadancer@qwest.net

9th
**Yasmina's Mesa Art Center classes
classes start 9/9/08 - 12/2/08
next session starts - January 2009
classes held at the Art Studios at the Mesa Art Center
1 East Main Street (south east corner of Main and Center)
beginning belly dance (skirt dance) - 7:00 - 8:00
class code - 732716-01 Mesa resident ($47)
class code - 732716-91 non resident ($55)
intermediate belly dance (Egyptian dance) - 8:00 - 9:00
class code - 732717-0 Mesa resident ($47)
class code - 732717-91 non resident ($55)
register by calling the Mesa Art Center, (480)644-4449, or drop off your registration at the Art Studios at the Mesa Arts Center lobby.
late registration call (480)644-6520
brochures are at the Mesa Art Center or visit the City's website, http://www.mesaartscenter.com/registration.htm and register via WebTrac

**Samia's Chandler-Gilbert Community College Belly Dance Class
(Located West of Gilbert Rd on the North side of Pecos Rd)
A 2nd session will be offered Oct. 28th - Dec. 9th, 2008
Learn The Art of Belly Dancing by Samia
Register for this non credit All Level Belly Dance Class through the college..details below.
This is a 6 week class, however, the classes are one-and-a-half hours in length. (9 hours of belly dancing in total)
Tuesday nights 7pm-8:30pm ($36) ROOM B151
Questions? Contact samiadancer@qwest.net
To register....here's the details....
Go to www.cgc.edu/cont_ed you will have 2 choices:
1. Click on "non credit classes", then "spring 2008". Adobe opens up to
our actual schedule. Look for Belly Dancing.
2. Click on "calendar of events", then go to date needed.
You can click on the title and get info.
The college doesn't have a link at the class description.
There is a new site at my.maricopa.edu where students can register online but it might be a bit of a maze.
Any student is welcome to call Continuing Education at 480.732.7080 to register.
Payment can be done at the same time, over the phone with a credit or debit card.

10th
**Yasmina's Mesa Art Center classes
classes start 9/10/08 - 12/3/08
next session starts - January 2009
classes held at the Art Studios at the Mesa Art Center
1 East Main Street (south east corner of Main and Center)
beginning dance (drum solo) - 6:00 - 7:00
class code - 732716-03 Mesa resident ($47)
class code - 732716-93 non resident ($55)
beginning tribal style (tribal fusion) - 7:00 - 8:00
class code - 732706-01 Mesa resident ($47)
class code - 732706-91 non resident ($55)
intermediate tribal style (1.5 meter silk fan) - 8:00 - 9:00
class code - 732707-01 Mesa resident ($47)
class code - 732707-91 non resident ($55)
register by calling the Mesa Art Center, (480)644-4449, or drop off your registration at the Art Studios at the Mesa Arts Center lobby.
late registration call (480)644-6520
brochures are at the Mesa Art Center or visit the City's website, http://www.mesaartscenter.com/registration.htm and register via WebTrac.

**Samia's Tempe Belly Dance Classes - FALLSession Begins
Edna Vihel Building - 350-5287 for registration information
Brochure available online www.tempe.gov/brochure
(Southern Ave. West side of Rural Rd.)
6 Week Session - $33
New six week session, however, classes are 1 Hour 15 Minutes in length, instead of 55 minutes.
6:30pm-7:45pm - Beginning Belly Dance
8pm-9:15pm - Intermediate/Advanced Combination Belly Dance Class
Instructor: Samia 480-855-3566 samiadancer@qwest.net

11th
2^nd Thursday of the Month Class with Yasmina
This month's topic – 7 veils, ever wanted to learn more about this dance? Bring 7 veils of all sizes, small to large and make sure to wear something to tuck the veils into.
Class is held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Classes are 1 hour from 7 – 8 p.m. the 2^nd Thursday of the month.
Class fee is $5 and limited to 10 students.
Please email or call to reserve your spot – 480/962-6303
NOTE: classes are held outside on a covered brick patio that has carpeting and there are mirrors.

13th
Way Out West
A new beginning Over Coffee
live, laugh, love and belly dance
Al Bash, Kirk Douglas, Jennifer Lancaster, Roxanne Gallo - owners & hosts of a great new relaxing coffee & scones shop with entertainment featuring - belly dancing
2nd Saturday of every month
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
MC Antarctica
all professionals, instructors, students and drummers welcome
bring CD's, cassettes, friends, family to Surprise Greenway Rd. Crossing Shopping Center at Greenway Rd. and 303
call Antarctica 623/266-2480 or Over Coffee 623/546-4442 for directions

19th - 21st
Tantric Dance Meditation Retreat with Carrie
Sedona HeartWalk Center
2855 Southwest Dr., Suite 6, Sedona, AZ
Full Itinerary & Registration Details coming soon!
Early bird special: $250 pre-paid by August 1st or $295 after August 1st.
Hotel, meals & travel expenses not included.
The retreat is limited to 25 participants. pre-registration is required
More information

21st
Belly Praise Night
A time from music, dance and praise
3rd Sunday of Each Month)
6:30 PM to 9:30ish PM
At
BellyDanceShoppe
14848 N Cave Creek Road
Phoenix Az 85032
This month: A Special Evening at BellyDanceShoppe
Enjoy Open Dance and Open Drumming. We would really love to have you! We will have some refreshments, some gifts and lots of fun!
We will have lots of open dance and open drumming but you are also invited to perform. If you would like a time reserved please let us know.
Dancers bring a costume or party wear. Drummers bring your drums, riks, etc.. Bring a friend. Bring a snack if you like. But most of important, bring YOU!
For More Info Colleen at theredheadedbellygirl@yahoo.com
or BellyDanceShoppe (602)997-4149
Please Come....... Sing...... Dance....... Praise & Enjoy each others Company.

27th
Egyptian Cartouche hosts dance night at
Maui Wowi
Dancers, drummers and audience all welcome
check out their website for more info
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Maui Wowi Coffees and Smoothies
3722 E. Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 840-3444

October

3rd
Burning Bush Drum, Fire Drums and Dance
8:45 PM
Location: Wagon Wheel Building on the Melrose Curve
7th Ave . ( not street ) and Montecito just N. of Indian School
Central Phoenix
More Info: Sue @ 602.828.6373
This is a Fire Drums and Dance event every first Friday of the month . We have massive West African beats with Middle Eastern shots. This is community drumming and we welcome ALL drummers to jam . There is community dance for all and belly and African dance welcome at all levels. Fire performances from YardZ and crew and many others!

4th
Mini workshop with Yasmina
This month's topic - Fan
Workshops are held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Workshops are 1 1/2 hours in length from 10 - 11:30 the 1st Saturday of the month.
Workshop fee is $5
NOTE: please wear shoes workshops are held outside on a covered brick patio and there are mirrors. During the summer months (June, July & August workshops will be moved inside)
Please call and reserve your spot since space is limited - 480/962-6303

9th
2^nd Thursday of the Month Class with Yasmina
This month's topic – Cane, learn single and double cane technique..
Class is held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa
Classes are 1 hour from 7 – 8 p.m. the 2^nd Thursday of the month.
Class fee is $5 and limited to 10 students.
Please email or call to reserve your spot – 480/962-6303
NOTE: classes are held outside on a covered brick patio that has carpeting and there are mirrors.

11th
Way Out West
A new beginning Over Coffee
live, laugh, love and belly dance
Al Bash, Kirk Douglas, Jennifer Lancaster, Roxanne Gallo - owners & hosts of a great new relaxing coffee & scones shop with entertainment featuring - belly dancing
2nd Saturday of every month
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
MC Antarctica
all professionals, instructors, students and drummers welcome
bring CD's, cassettes, friends, family to Surprise Greenway Rd. Crossing Shopping Center at Greenway Rd. and 303
call Antarctica 623/266-2480 or Over Coffee 623/546-4442 for directions

17th - 19th
Midnight Caravan II - It's back! Mark your calendars for a fantastic multi-artist weekend including a live music concert event, music and dance workshops.
For updates and more information, please visit: www.phoenixhafla.com

19th
Belly Praise Night
A time from music, dance and praise
3rd Sunday of Each Month)
6:30 PM to 9:30ish PM
At
BellyDanceShoppe
14848 N Cave Creek Road
Phoenix Az 85032
This month: A Special Evening at BellyDanceShoppe
Enjoy Open Dance and Open Drumming. We would really love to have you! We will have some refreshments, some gifts and lots of fun!
We will have lots of open dance and open drumming but you are also invited to perform. If you would like a time reserved please let us know.
Dancers bring a costume or party wear. Drummers bring your drums, riks, etc.. Bring a friend. Bring a snack if you like. But most of important, bring YOU!
For More Info Colleen at theredheadedbellygirl@yahoo.com
or BellyDanceShoppe (602)997-4149
Please Come....... Sing...... Dance....... Praise & Enjoy each others Company.

25th
Egyptian Cartouche hosts dance night at
Maui Wowi
Dancers, drummers and audience all welcome
check out their website for more info
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Maui Wowi Coffees and Smoothies
3722 E. Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 840-3444

November

1st
**Mini workshop with Yasmina
This month's topic - Fan
Workshops are held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa.
Workshops are 1 1/2 hours in length from 10 - 11:30 the 1st Saturday of the month.
Workshop fee is $5
NOTE: please wear shoes workshops are held outside on a covered brick patio and there are mirrors. During the summer months (June, July & August workshops will be moved inside)
Please call and reserve your spot since space is limited - 480/962-6303

**Arizona’s MECDA Chapter
Levant al Sonora
presents a
2nd Anniversary Celebration
Festival of Music & Dance
Sat. Nov. 1st 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
First Congregational Church
1407 N. Second St. (1/2 blk S of McDowell) Phoenix
Featuring:
Ongoing performances on the formal indoor stage
Drop-In Workshops
Vending in the Courtyard Marketplace
Enjoying a day with your friends – both new and old!
Help make this a community-wide
celebration of our local talent!
There are plenty of ways to get involved:
Solo & Group Performers
Musical Groups
Guest Workshop Teachers
Vendors
Volunteers to keep things running smoothly!
For more information: info@levantalsonora.com

7th
Burning Bush Drum, Fire Drums and Dance
8:45 PM
Location: Wagon Wheel Building on the Melrose Curve
7th Ave . ( not street ) and Montecito just N. of Indian School
Central Phoenix
More Info: Sue @ 602.828.6373
This is a Fire Drums and Dance event every first Friday of the month . We have massive West African beats with Middle Eastern shots. This is community drumming and we welcome ALL drummers to jam . There is community dance for all and belly and African dance welcome at all levels. Fire performances from YardZ and crew and many others!

8th
Way Out West
A new beginning Over Coffee
live, laugh, love and belly dance
Al Bash, Kirk Douglas, Jennifer Lancaster, Roxanne Gallo - owners & hosts of a great new relaxing coffee & scones shop with entertainment featuring - belly dancing
2nd Saturday of every month
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
MC Antarctica
all professionals, instructors, students and drummers welcome
bring CD's, cassettes, friends, family to Surprise Greenway Rd. Crossing Shopping Center at Greenway Rd. and 303
call Antarctica 623/266-2480 or Over Coffee 623/546-4442 for directions

13th
2^nd Thursday of the Month Class with Yasmina
This month's topic – Cane, learn single and double cane technique..
Class is held at Yasmina's place in downtown Mesa
Classes are 1 hour from 7 – 8 p.m. the 2^nd Thursday of the month.
Class fee is $5 and limited to 10 students.
Please email or call to reserve your spot – 480/962-6303
NOTE: classes are held outside on a covered brick patio that has carpeting and there are mirrors.

16th
Belly Praise Night
A time from music, dance and praise
3rd Sunday of Each Month)
6:30 PM to 9:30ish PM
At
BellyDanceShoppe
14848 N Cave Creek Road
Phoenix Az 85032
This month: A Special Evening at BellyDanceShoppe
Enjoy Open Dance and Open Drumming. We would really love to have you! We will have some refreshments, some gifts and lots of fun!
We will have lots of open dance and open drumming but you are also invited to perform. If you would like a time reserved please let us know.
Dancers bring a costume or party wear. Drummers bring your drums, riks, etc.. Bring a friend. Bring a snack if you like. But most of important, bring YOU!
For More Info Colleen at theredheadedbellygirl@yahoo.com
or BellyDanceShoppe (602)997-4149
Please Come....... Sing...... Dance....... Praise & Enjoy each others Company.

22nd
Egyptian Cartouche hosts dance night at
Maui Wowi
Dancers, drummers and audience all welcome
check out their website for more info
show time 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Maui Wowi Coffees and Smoothies
3722 E. Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 840-3444

Events outside of Arizona

Calendar of Events (Belly Dance Florida page)
Gilded Serpent Calendar
Upcoming Events (Merhaba calendar page)

July

19th & 20th
Mediterranean Fantasy Festival
Hiawatha Community Center
2700 California Ave SW
West Seattle WA
www.babylonianensemble.com

August

17th - 24th
Middle Eastern Music & Dance Camp

September

5th - 7th
Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive

18th-21st
Triboriginal

October

18th & 19th
Khadejah & Mustapha El Oueslati, Masters of Tunisian Dance and Raks Sharki
4 workshops and gala show at South Broadway Cultural Center, Albuquerque, NM.
For details contact Joan Kafri: jkafri@peoplepc.com

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Great gift idea!
Available online and in Ottawa Stores now!
Clean and clear instructions for the basics of belly dance for any fitness level - no previous experience needed!

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Halyma@bellydancingforfun.com

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Saturday, July 12
Sakti Rinek

Drum Solo Workshop
1:00 - 4:00 Devi Yoga, Sedona
$55 ($45 by June 30)

This exciting drum solo workshop will feature dramatic isolation combinations and accents, various shimmies and layering with shimmies and hip articulations.

• Bazaar with costumes/props!

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Saturday, August 16
Yasmina

Spicy, Playful, Fun Combos and More
Need some new combinations to spice up your dance? Do you feel like you dance at the same speed all the time? In this workshop you will learn new combinations from the basic combo and adding layers to it to really spice up your dance. These combos are great for both cabaret and tribal dance styles. We will also work on slowing your dance down. Learn tips and techniques to add variety and spice to your performance.
1:00-3:30 Devi Yoga, Sedona
$50 ($40 by Aug 1)

• Evening Performance at the Rock Café $40
Together with The Gypsy Chicks! 6:30-8:30pm

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For complete details please contact Holly: 928.300.4452
bodyandmindholly@esedona.net www.gypsychicksdance.com

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allow these beaded heavenly adornments to carry your imagination to a place of joy and spirituality as you experience the mystical language of dance

Even if you don’t dance barefoot – consider our lovely foot jewelry as a finishing touch to your photography session while in full costume.   Many of our designs are made with genuine Swarovski crystals that sparkle like the sun. You’ll look like a Goddess! And if you’re planning a beach wedding, be sure to take a look at our Beach Bride Collection

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Handcrafted on durable,
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An array of designs and colors to match your costumes

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Voted Best Teacher in Sedona, Kudos 2007 Readers choice award

Weekly classes in Sedona (beginning - advance),
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Traditional Raqs Sharqi , Tribal & Gypsy Fusion

www.gaiadance.net
carrie@gaiadance.net

(928) 282-1587

http://thebellydancetrainer.com/

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