Dateline: Mt View, CA, U.S.A., Saturday night, February 22nd,.
Becky & Dale celebrated their 10 year teaching anaversary with a free milonga. It was one of the largest turn outs for a milonga I have seen in a long time. The music was great and the food was fantastic! This is one of the few milongas in the Bay Area that can accommodate such a large crowd. ...ISM

Dateline: Sunnyvale, CA, U.S.A., Saturday, 1:30pm.
Dr. George Nicol, president of Silicon Composers, will be giving a talk on the design of a new 32-bit embedded microprocessor that is ready for chip frabrication. The talk will be held at Cogswell College, 1175 Bordeaux Dr, Sunnyvale, California. For more information, (650) 493-6427....ISM

Dateline: Burlingame, CA, U.S.A., Friday and Saturday, November 17th & 18th, 8:30pm.
The Dandi Argentine Tango Dance Company from Buenos Aires will perform for 2 days only in Burlingame at Strings of Art Performance Center, 1449 Oak Grove Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010, (650) 342-0202. Admission is $15.00. Refreshments served. Free parking in rear of building. After concert dance Tango from 10pm to 12 midnight. Take hwy 101 Broadway exit, go west to El Camino Real and turn left onto Oakgrove....ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., October, 2pm
Carlos and Elaine Lucha dance at the Poetry Mission, Saturday, October 21, 2000, 10 am to noon, Gerald Simon auditorium, Lagun Honda Hospital, 375 Laguna Honda Boulevard. Free AdmissionFree Admission - food afterwards. Information: elzcuya@aol.com and/or www.poetrymission.com. Mayor Willie Brown, San Francisco Poet Laureate Janice Mirikitani, The Reverend Cecil Williams, KCBS Anchor Rebecca Corral... and more will share their favorite poems with a special Tango performance by Carlos & Elaine.

Elz Cuya, a tanguera who works in the media (KNBR and now KCBS), belongs to a poetry group which is doing a community event at Laguna Honda and which, she says, Mayor Willie Brown has been very gracious in supporting and attending. Our official invitation letter to perform came from Willie Brown's office stating "...The Poetry Mission is hosting a Favorite Poem Reading (not a city-sponsored event) at Laguna Honda Hospital's Geral Simon Auditorium in San Francisco. ... as you know, tango lyrics can be very poetic, and I'd like to invite you to dance a tango at ... Join me and Emmy Award winning reporter Mike Sugerman, as well as a fast-growing list of community leaders and celebrities, by sharing the beauty of tango through dance and lyrics. ... your presence at the Favority Poem Reading will have a profound impact on our community and be an enriching experience to the residents of Laguna Honda Hospital." Good luck Carlos and Elaine ...ISM

Dateline: Vancouver, B.C., Canada, 6:00pm
Luis Bravo's FOREVER TANGO - played at the Vogue Theatre, Vancouver, thru May 14th. It's been three years since the provocative Forever Tango's hot and fiery flame set blood boiling at the Vogue Theatre. The passion that is Tango is as dramatic as ever. It smoulders, enthrals and continues to arouse. Forever Tango is a feast for the senses. The performers are nothing less than 'Tango gods'. Each couple dances with such defined ease and grace as they seduce a captivated audience with each intricate move.

Each number has it's own character that's highlighted by an 11 piece orchestra. The musicians are stars in their own right. They play our favourite tangos as the dancers lovingly entwine and caress during the intimate slow movements and dazzle while executing boleos and ganchos with lightening speed. Impresario Luis Bravo created, directed and designed the lighting for "Forever Tango". The show has toured the USA, Canada, Latin America, Europe and recently Japan and Korea. Each number is choreographed individually by the dancers. Carlos Morel, who has been with the show since it's premiered in San Diego, in 1990, sings songs of anguish with great style and charm. Renowned composer, conductor and arranger, Lisandro Androver, is the resident Musical Director. The stylish musicians are incomparable especially during "Bandoneon", a dialogue between four bandeoneons. The emotionally charged "Jealousy" and "El Musico Angel" are very effective. Don't miss it the next time it's in your city! Alexandra...ISM

Dateline: San Jose, California, U.S.A., April 29, 6:00pm
Viviana Guzman's concert with her World Music group "Performers of the World" (POW) at the Earth Day in San Jose last Saturday was a treat for the ears and eyes. It was an inspiring and fun concert. Not only is she an accomplished musician with the flute, but also a chrismatic and beautiful entertainer. She even did a little Middle Eastern dance. She is new to the Bay Area Tango scene and her Tango piece was surperb. Don't miss her next concert...ISM

Dateline: Palo Alto, California, U.S.A., April 29, 6:00pmm
A definite don't miss for Saturday and Sunday is FLOR DE TANGO. Catch this inspiring concert. Flor de Tango (photos) delivers a passionate and unusual musical evening with Argentine musicians Mirta Wymersberg on the flute and Guillermo Garcia on guitar, with guest appearances by accordionist Adrian Jost and bass player Chris Coulter. Their musical repertoire includes tangos from composers Anibal Troilo, Osvaldo Pugliese, Augustin Bardi, Julio De Caro and Astor Piazzolla.

Sharing the stage with Flor de Tango are Argentine dancers Marcello and Analia who captivate audiences with their fluid movements. They sizzle and smoulder their way through various tangos with exemplary technique.

Brilliant performances by San Francisco's modern dancers Tianne Frias, Tristan Ching, Amy Foley and Brian Brannan, who interpret the music with youthful enthusiasm. Their range varies from mischievous playfulness to serious and focused. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., April 20, 6:00pmm
Latin American art exhibit opening, Wednesday, May 3, from 5:30 to 8 pm. Tango dancers on the second floor between 6-8 pm. The Vorpal Gallery is located at 393 Grove Street in San Francisco, near the corner of Gough. The Vorpal Gallery received the 1999 "best of the Bay" for art galleries in the Bay Guardian. For information, contact Judy Einzig at 415 587-4622 or email at einzig@itsa.ucsf.edu. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., April 4, 2000, 6:00pmm
Marcos & Christy will be the guest teachers and will be giving an exhibition at the opening night of "Tango by the River", 128 J Street upstairs in Old Sacramento this Fri. April 7th....class is from 8-9pm and is just an additional $5 to the very low $10 cover charge...should be a great party. Marcos will be a the Verdi Club this Thursday. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., April 4, 2000, 5:00pm
Flor de Tango, now Mirta Wymerszberg (flute) and Guillermo Garcia (guitar), presents an evening of tango music and dance, featuring Forever Tango dancer Marcelo Varela and partner Analia Vega, in collaboration with San Francisco Modern Dancers Tianne Frias, Tristan Ching, Brian Grannan, and Jose Comoda. There will also be surprise guest musicians playing with Flor de Tango. TWO LOCATIONS: APRIL 28th, 8 PM, at Cubberley Theater, 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, and APRIL 29th & 30th, 8 PM, at Eureka Theater, 215 Jackson (bet. Battery and Front), San Francisco. TICKETS: $16 general, $14 students. For information please email flordetango@netzero.net, or call (650) 726-4472 / (650) 578-1482 ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., March 1, 2000, 2:00am
Metin Yazir world renowned tango master and choreographer will be visiting the SF Bay area for ten days March 24-April 2. For class schedule call Stella at 510-655-3585. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., March 1, 2000, 1:00am
This just in ... Last year, Tango Santa Barbara had the privilege of hosting the World Premiere of TANGO VIVO! created and directed by Sandor. After that sold-out performance, the Company toured throughout North America to rave reviews. They return to Santa Barbara for one night only: Thursday March 2. The dancers will be: Sandor & Daniela, Carolina & Diego, and Fernanda & Guillermo. The festivities coincide with the opening of the 15th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival, and will include an After Theater Cast Party on Thursday, a Milonga with LIVE MUSIC on Friday, and a Workshop by Sandor & Daniela on Sunday. Make your plans now for a weekend of Tango in Santa Barbara! You can get tickets by calling the numbers below or call Fay at 805-687-2113 or Julie at (805) 565-1332 Tango Santa Barbara is Julie McLeod, Brian Griffin and Fay Villanueva. TANGO VIVO! created and directed by Sandor, Thursday, March 2, 2000 @ 8 p.m. Granada Theatre 1216 State St. tickets available at Granada box-office or call Fay (805) 687-2113. After-Theater Cast Party - Argentine buffet, drink and dance Cafe Buenos Aires 1316 State St. $20.00--call the cafe at (805) 963-0242....or the box office or Fay ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., March 1, 2000, 1:00am
This just in ... SAUSALITO TANGO CLUB * WEDNESDAYS * 7:30-8:30pm: class. 8:30-10pm: practice. Sausalito Yacht Club, close to the Sausalito ferry landing, all of March (except Wed. March 8th when there is no class. Starting March 22nd, Classes will be held at the Sausalito Woman's Club, 120 Central Ave., Sausalito. $10.00. Teachers alternate monthly: GLEN CORTEZA (Mar), ROBERTO RIOBO, ALISA ADAMS, and Guest Instructors;. Info: Steve or Luz-Mary Harris: (evenings) 415-332-0935 ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., March 1, 2000, 1:00am
This just in ... a Willie Brown sighting was made at the Broadway Sunday night. It was reported by a reliable source that he stayed about half an hour and was (10-10:30ish) just watching. He came with someone who dances a little and knows someone in tango. Willie was asked if he was having a good time. He said he was "...digging it." ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., March 1, 2000, 1:00am
This just in ... Montreal, February 28, 2000. Here is the schedule of the lessons: 32 classes, 23 by the dancers of the show, and 9 by the teachers of the Tangueria. Only 1 class is given on the 19th, one on the 20th, and 2 on the 21st of April. The majority of the classes are on the 22-23-24 of April. This schedule was made so that the people from outside of Montréal can take the maximum number of classes. The 2 venues are at walking distance, but the majority of the classes will be held at Studio Bizz, a great location in front of the metro(subway) in the center of the Latin Quarter. You have until the 7th of April to register, so if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me, and I will be glad to answer all of them. Paul Montpetit, Gardien@TANGO.MONTREAL.QC.CA ...ISM

Dateline: Montreal, Canada, February 3, 2000, 5:00pm
This just in ... TANGO TANGO, the show that caps 5 days of Tango events, is a mega-production that will bring some of the world's top tango dancers and musicians together on the same stage in a thrilling show. These artists of international renown will dance to the music of the Montreal Tango Ensemble - with special guests Nestor Vaz Chaves and Julio Cobelli - under the artistic direction of Wouter Brave. It promises to be a breath-taking and unforgettable performance. The setting for this fabulous event, which takes place from April 19 to 24 inclusively, is multi-ethnic Montreal. Come discover the European atmosphere of the city that American tourists have voted a top vacation destination for its warm welcome, fine food and culture. For information send email to: Gardien@TANGO.MONTREAL.QC.CA ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., January 20, 2000, 3:00pm
This just in ... Due to misinformation from manager of Verdi to Victor. The milonga WILL NOT be at Verdi tonight, it will be at Monte Christo club on Missouri st @ 17th. Monte Cristo Club. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., January 19, 2000, 6:30pm
This just in ... Alex Krebs and 6 or 7 more dancers from Portland are coming to the Monte Cristo this Friday (1/21). Alex is bringing two young dancers from Buenos Aires, Maria and Javier, who want to dance and show off a little. Should be fun. Check it out! Monte Cristo Club. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., January 2, 2000, 2:30am
This just in ... Victor and Christy's new years day party at club Verdi was great fun. The theme was Caribbean and many wore Caribbean attire. The event was well attended and there were good party vibs in the air. Carlos Gavito was in attendance. Victor and Christy lead a candle-light Caribbean dance precession that was lots of fun to watch. Great way to start off the year. Mariposa Tango Club. ...ISM

Dateline: Palo Alto, California, U.S.A., January 1, 2000, 9:30am
This just in ... The Tangothon New Years Eve benefit party at the Cabana hotel was a blast! Lots of activities: there was a short film being made during the day with Carlos Gavito and some local dancers, Carlos Gavito and partner Marcela Durand, Christy Cote, and George Guim each conducted a class during the day, and at the party there was a performance art Tango dance/painting. Also at the party everyone was dressed in formal wear, there were two dance floors, Bob MacKenzie was the MC, there was a large buffet, and Victor out did himself with great Tango and Salsa music. If you missed this one you really missed out. Good job Donna! New Years Eve Benefit Party. ...ISM

Dateline: Palo Alto, California, U.S.A., December 17, 1999, 10:30am
This just in ...There will be classes with George Guim, Christy Cote, Carlos Gavito and Marcela Durand in Palo Alto at the New Years Eve Benefit Party. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., November 30, 1999, 1:30am
This just in ...December 10th is the last Milonga at George Guim's Lincoln University Milonga. Don't miss this one...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., November 25, 1999, 6:30PM
This just in ...Don't miss "A Night With Evita", presented by El Rio and Apex Pictures, for a sultry, Latin American Evening with Tango Dancers, Flamenco Guitarist, Flamenco Dancers, and Rare Evita Film Clips on December 7, 1999, 7pm-10pm, El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, SF, CA. $15 advance/$20 Door. No Host Bar. Must be 21 to attend. RSVP: 415.788.3408...ISM

Dateline: Fairfax, California, U.S.A., November 19, 1999, 6:30PM
This just in ...A special milonga for all, and FREE for Aficionado and Tanguero members of BA TANGO, will be held the Friday after Thanksgiving, November 26, at the Fairfax Women's Club, 46 Park Road, Fairfax, CA . Lo de Barbarita, the 4th Friday milonga, is hosting Viva ! BA Tango. Great music, Argentine goodies, great company, and a chance to find out about the Bay Area's only non- profit tango organization Join at the door and get in free! Al and Barbara Garvey, your hosts, will teach a lesson from 8-9 pm, then we'll party till midnight. $10 for non-BA Tango members. Call 415 453-5275, or e-mail: batango@slip.net for more info. ...ISM

Dateline: Palo Alto, California, U.S.A., November 18, 1999, 12:30PM
This just in...The Kick off for the New Years Eve Benefit Party for the MayView Community Health Center will be held this Monday night, November 22, at Cafe Fino, 544 Emerson, Palo Alto. (650) 326-6082. There will be CD music, interviews, and tv coverage. Local Tango dancers are invited to come, have fun, and be interviewed. ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., November 8, 1999, 3PM
This just in... The Danceasy is once again hosting Ruben Terbalca's visit o the Bay Area from December 1 to 4. As you may know, Ruben gives wonderful historic tango lectures, so if you or anyone you know is interesed in attending, please let Gale Robinson (510-524-9100, or the Danceasy e-mail at "danceasy@home.com") or myself know ASAP, along with how to get in touch with you. If enough people indicate interest, this lecture may occur either on the eve of Fri., Dec. 3, or Sat., Dec. 4, for 2 hours; cost approx. $30. Elaine Sirois ...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., September 6, 1999, 6:00AM
This just in...Tango Party/Harty group Tangoed in Golden Gate Park last night in celebration of Count's birthday. A little music, a little wine and cake, some fun people, and a beautiful night in San Francisco--what a night! Check out the photos at PartyScene...ISM

Dateline: San Francisco, California, U.S.A., September 3, 1999, 3:00AM
This just in...Marcelo & Yanina are back in town now for a while. They performed at the Mariposa Argentine Tango Club last night... They are two very elegant Tango dancers. They did a very beautiful Tango with some very smooth moves and elegant embellishments. They also did a fun milonga. It's good to have them back. ISM