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last updated 01/27/09
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Open Slot for This Saturday's July 25 HaflAdira ( events » arts ) We just received a cancellation from one of this Saturday's performers. If you would like to dance at HaflAdira this Saturday, July 25, the open time will be somewhere between 3:00pm and 4:30pm.

We are expecting a larger crowd this month. No... read more
event starts Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Adira Dance and Costume Announces "HaflAdira" ( events » arts ) Adira Dance and Costume is proud to announce “HaflAdira”, a summer series of 4 traditional belly dance haflas to be held on the Saturdays of June 13, July 25, August 22, and September 26, 2009, and open to the general public.

Saturday, June 13,... read more
event starts Saturday, June 13, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Seeking Dancers for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA ( events » arts ) On behalf of the Willow Glen Business Association, I'm in charge of booking dance performances for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA. Scheduled for the evening of Saturday, June 20, this long-running street festival draws over 35,000 people... read more
event starts Friday, May 8, 2009 - 11:00 AM
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photo posted 01/27
Adira Dance and Costume 2009 Hours Update (blog entry) For 2009: now open on Mondays, closed on Sundays.
Mon - 11am to 7pm
Tue - 11am to 7pm
Wed - 11am to 7pm
Thu - 11am to 9pm
Fri - 11am to 7pm
Sat - 11am to 6pm
blog entry posted Tue, January 27, 2009 - 2:41 PM permalink - 1 comment
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Owner of Adira Dance and Costume in San Jose, CA (www.adiradance.com). This retail store and online store specializes in dance costumes and unique sub-culture attire. Dance costumes for belly dance, square dance, flamenco, Bollywood, and ballroom. Elizabethan and Victorian attire for Renaissance and Dickens Faires, and Steampunk. Bohemian styles and distinctive dress for clubbing and raves.

Hi-tech sales person by day, lover of dance by night...
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Adira Dance and Costume Sep 20 Grand Opening Celebration (events » arts) Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 11:00 AM 148 RSVPs Grand Opening Celebration
Saturday, September 20 11:00am to 8:00pm

Adira Dance and Costume
Belly Dance Apparel and Accessories

Featuring Performances by
Amanda * Ashley * Celena * Dunia * Elayna * Fatima
Jameerah * Judy * Saida * Zephyra
Raks Hakohaveen * Jewel of Opar * Hala Dance Troupe
Mailia & New Moon Belly Dance * Ashley Lopez & Orchid Belly Dance

In the Heart of San Jose's Willow Glen District
1202 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 107
San Jose, CA 95125 " (408) 280-0110

For coupons and sale notifications, subscribe to our mailing list at www.AdiraDance.com.
Adira Dance & Costume Grand Opening Celebration Saturday Sep 20 (events » arts) Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 11:00 AM 148 RSVPs Grand Opening Celebration
Saturday, September 20 - 11:00am to 8:00pm

Adira Dance and Costume
Belly Dance Apparel and Accessories

Featuring Performances by
Amanda * Ashley * Celena * Dunia * Elayna * Fatima
Jameerah * Judy * Saida * Zephyra
Raks Hakohaveen * Jewel of Opar * Hala Dance Troupe
Mailia & New Moon Belly Dance * Ashley Lopez & Orchid Belly Dance

In the Heart of San Jose’s Willow Glen District
1202 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 107
San Jose, CA 95125 • (408) 280-0110

For coupons and sale notifications, subscribe to our mailing list at www.AdiraDance.com.

Want to dance at the celebration? A few slots have been reserved for dancer requests. Email adira@adiradance.com or call (408) 280-0110.
Holiday Wish List Reception (events » community) Friday, November 7, 2008 - 4:00 PM 149 RSVPs Holiday Wish List Reception at Adira Dance and Costume

Friday, November 7th, 4:00pm to 8:00pm

Join us for Wine & Cheese & Cheer
and
Register Your Personal Belly Dance Wish List

Come try on costumes, jewelry, and accessories.
Register your Holiday Wish List to enable your family and friends to easily select gifts.

at

Adira Dance & Costume
1202 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 107
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 280-0110

www.AdiraDance.com

Don't forget to print out the coupon!
Shout Out for Models for Adira Dance and Costume Web Site Photo Shoot (events » other) Saturday, January 10, 2009 - 1:00 PM 150 RSVPs We're seeking models for a photo shoot for the Adira Dance & Costume web site on Saturday, January 10 from 1pm to 4pm. In exchange for modeling, participants receive a DVD of their shots. Refreshments will be available during the shoot.

Check out www.adiradance.com to see how the photos will be used.

Models should wear make up.

Photo Shoot Address:
Adira Dance and Costume (retail store)
1202 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 107
San Jose, CA 95125
408.280.0110

Park in the lot directly in front of the store.

If you would like to participate, email Adira at adira@adiradance.com by Tuesday, December 16.
Seeking Dancers for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA (events » arts) Friday, May 8, 2009 - 11:00 AM 38 RSVPs On behalf of the Willow Glen Business Association, I'm in charge of booking dance performances for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA. Scheduled for the evening of Saturday, June 20, this long-running street festival draws over 35,000 people to the downtown Willow Glen District of San Jose.

We are seeking a diverse number of dance performances, from youngsters to adults. All dance genres are sought, including but not limited to ballet, ballroom, belly dance, Bollywood, flamenco, hip hop, jazz, modern, tap, and ethnic dances.

Details:
- Each performance is for 5-12 minutes depending on number of dancers
- Only one performance per school/troupe
- Performances are on a 20’ x 20’ stage
- Notice of acceptance will be sent by 5/15 confirming your performance and time slot
- A table will be available for promotional information of your school and troupe
- Performances will be listed on the festival website and on festival signage

Completed applications are due by May 8, 2009. Please feel free to contact me at adira@adiradance.com if you are interested. The application can also be found on my web site at www.adiradance.com/dance_co...ion.html.


- Adira


Adira Dance and Costume Announces "HaflAdira" (events » arts) Saturday, June 13, 2009 - 2:00 PM 157 RSVPs Adira Dance and Costume is proud to announce “HaflAdira”, a summer series of 4 traditional belly dance haflas to be held on the Saturdays of June 13, July 25, August 22, and September 26, 2009, and open to the general public.

Saturday, June 13, 2009 HaflAdira Details
Time: 2:00pm to 4:30pm
Location: Adira Dance and Costume Parking Lot
In the Heart of San Jose’s Willow Glen District
1202 Lincoln Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125

Requests for performance slots are now being accepted from dancers of all styles and experience levels.

Solos/Duets will be allotted a 7-minute performance, and Trios/Troupes will be allotted at 12-minute performance. All performances will be to pre-recorded music.

If you are interested, email Stephani at charmedonesam@aol.com or Adira at adira@adiradance.com. requesting a slot. Include the following information:
- Your request for either a 7-minute Solo/Duet slot or a 12-minute Trio/Troupe slot.
- Name of Solo/Duet/Trio/Troupe.
- Requested performance date(s).

We will do our best to accommodate time requests.
Open Slot for This Saturday's July 25 HaflAdira (events » arts) Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - 6:00 PM 158 RSVPs We just received a cancellation from one of this Saturday's performers. If you would like to dance at HaflAdira this Saturday, July 25, the open time will be somewhere between 3:00pm and 4:30pm.

We are expecting a larger crowd this month. Not only is HalfAdira listed on Socialwave.com, but it is also listed on SanJose.com and the Mercury News web site. The Willow Glen Resident Newspaper spotlighted the event.

Saturday is also Willow Glen's annual Sidewalk Sale, so Willow Glen stores will have racks out on the sidewalk with great bargains.


Email interest to adira@adiradance.com.
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The Haps

Open Slot for This Saturday's July 25 HaflAdira ( events » arts ) We just received a cancellation from one of this Saturday's performers. If you would like to dance at HaflAdira this Saturday, July 25, the open time will be somewhere between 3:00pm and 4:30pm.

We are expecting a larger crowd this month. No... read more
event starts Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Adira Dance and Costume Announces "HaflAdira" ( events » arts ) Adira Dance and Costume is proud to announce “HaflAdira”, a summer series of 4 traditional belly dance haflas to be held on the Saturdays of June 13, July 25, August 22, and September 26, 2009, and open to the general public.

Saturday, June 13,... read more
event starts Saturday, June 13, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Seeking Dancers for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA ( events » arts ) On behalf of the Willow Glen Business Association, I'm in charge of booking dance performances for "Dancin' on the Avenue" in San Jose, CA. Scheduled for the evening of Saturday, June 20, this long-running street festival draws over 35,000 people... read more
event starts Friday, May 8, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Adira Dance and Costume 2009 Hours Update (blog entry) For 2009: now open on Mondays, closed on Sundays.
Mon - 11am to 7pm
Tue - 11am to 7pm
Wed - 11am to 7pm
Thu - 11am to 9pm
Fri - 11am to 7pm
Sat - 11am to 6pm
blog entry posted Tue, January 27, 2009 - 2:41 PM permalink - 1 comment
Adira Dance and Costume Retail Hours Update (blog entry) Holiday Hours:
Wednesday, Dec 24 Closed at 2:00pm
Thursday, Dec 25 Closed
Sunday, Dec 28 Closed
Monday, Dec 29 Closed
Wednesday, Dec 31 Closed at 4:00pm
Thursday, Jan 1, 2009 Closed

2009 Change: Closed Sundays, Open Mondays

Year End Sa... read more
blog entry posted Tue, December 23, 2008 - 1:13 PM permalink - 0 comments
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25% Off Hip Scarves Through March 31 at Adira Dance & Costume ( for sale » other ) March Hip Scarf Sale at Adira Dance & Costume

* All Hip Scarves 25%... read more
listing posted Tue, March 11, 2008 - 8:54 PM
Save on Dance Pants from Adira Dance & Costume! ( for sale » other ) Harem Pants! Jazz Pants! Practice Pants!

Through February 29, 2008,... read more
listing posted Tue, February 19, 2008 - 7:04 PM
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For 2009: now open on Mondays, closed on Sundays.
Mon - 11am to 7pm
Tue - 11am to 7pm
Wed - 11am to 7pm
Thu - 11am to 9pm
Fri - 11am to 7pm
Sat - 11am to 6pm
Tue, January 27, 2009 - 2:41 PM permalink - 1 comment
 
Holiday Hours:
Wednesday, Dec 24 Closed at 2:00pm
Thursday, Dec 25 Closed
Sunday, Dec 28 Closed
Monday, Dec 29 Closed
Wednesday, Dec 31 Closed at 4:00pm
Thursday, Jan 1, 2009 Closed

2009 Change: Closed Sundays, Open Mondays

Year End Sale:
Hand-dyed 100% Silk Tie-Dye harem pants, gypsy tie tops, and fringe scarves 30% off.
Brocade sari coats, Ghawazee style 25% off.

Tue, December 23, 2008 - 1:13 PM permalink - 0 comments
 
Wow! What a great time was had on Saturday, September 20 at the Adira Dance and Costume Grand Opening Celebration. I’d like to thank the dance community that turned out in force to support the event.

Thanks to The Bay Area’s Best Dancers:
Rockin’ Jokers Square Dance Club & Caller Roger Smith
Etana
Jameerah
Celena
Jewel of Opar
Amanda
Judy
Saida
Mysterious
Ashley Lopez & Orchid Belly Dance
Hala Dance Troupe
Zephyra
Raks Hakohaveem
Farima
Malia & New Moon Belly Dance
Sabib... read more
Wed, September 24, 2008 - 5:01 PM permalink - 2 comments
 
At last!

Adira Dance and Costume will be open for business in its new San Jose location on Tuesday, September 2. It is in the heart of the Willow Glen District of San Jose, halfway between Minnesota and Willow. Look for the "Adira Dance and Costume" sign over the entry way.

The new location also affords space for events such as haflas, and there is a parking lot right in front of the store.

New Address:
Adira Dance and Costume
1202 Lincoln Avenue, Suite #107
San Jose, CA 951... read more
Fri, August 29, 2008 - 2:31 PM permalink - 5 comments
 
Old walls are down. New walls are going up. The contractor says it will be August 15 before the new shop will be ready.
This picture is from inside, looking out to the parking lot.
Wed, July 23, 2008 - 4:57 PM permalink - 2 comments
 
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