Allegro Milonga
Allegro Ballroom, 5855 Christie Avenue, Emeryville, CA Map
This relaxed Thursday Milonga is hosted by Mat MaMoody and often hosts visiting instructors. DJ Emilio Flores plays a variety of traditional Argentine Tango music. After 11:15, be prepared for Nuevo, Alternative, and contemporary Tango’s such as late Pugliese with no tandas nor cortinas.
Two classes: 7:30 – 9pm, Milonga: 9pm – 12am
Admission: 2 Classes & Milonga $16, Milonga $8
Parking: Parking in lot in front of Allegro Ballroom
Bar: no, wine and snacks provided
Dress: Dressy
Milonga Malevaje – First Thursday Every Month
The Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa St at Potrero St., San Francisco, CA Map
Milonga Malevaje is held once a month at the classic Italian Dance Hall, the Verdi Club. It’s a wonderful space, with a stage for musicians, a large dance floor and a separate room for the bar. Hosted by Adolfo Caszarry and rotating DJs, it’s a fun and special milonga. Get there early to get parking and grab a bite nearby before the milonga.
WORKSHOP 8 to 9:00 pm
MILONGA from 9:00 to 1:00 pm
Admission: Class $10, Milonga $15, Both $25
Parking: Parking free on street near venue.
Bar: Yes
Dress: Dress to Impress
The Next Practica at the Beat
The Beat, 2560 9th Street, between Dwight Way & Parker, Berkeley, CA Map
The Beat is a dance studio in Berkeley offering a variety of dance classes. Homer and Cristina are teaching a “shoes optional” Gender Neutral All-Level Skills Class 8:15-9:00, followed by a Supervised Alternative Music Practica till 11:00. A very friendly and welcoming place for dancers of all levels to practice.
Admission: $10 practica with class
Parking: Easy street parking in front of venue
Bar: no
Dress: Casual