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last updated 07/30/09
Re: bellydance stalker
(in Sacramento Belly Dance)
Thx, Fajera. I was just wondering 'cause I got an email out of the blue from someone I didn't know wanting to drum. Nyla Crystal has worked with this Brian and she says he is friendly and harmless. I just don't have any work for him right now si...
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discussion post on Tue, October 20, 2009 - 8:15 PM
the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance TONIGHT!
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the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance bellydance showcase tonight, 7 p.m.! Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge. 20 different dance acts, plus Sahara Sands Band. Woohoo!
6240 Pleasant Valley Road
El Dorado, CA 95623
near Placerville
Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance Aug. 22nd 2009
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Join me as I host the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
at Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge
Aug. 22nd, 2009, 7 p.m.
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado
Over 20 different dance acts in an evening packed with talent.
See local are...
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Brothers of the Baladi at Cozmic Cafe
( events » arts ) Brothers of the Baladi hail from Oregon and bring forth infectious and authentic sounds from ancient instruments, adding Western influences to the delight of audiences everywhere. This versatile band of Brothers have been blazing trails in World M...
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event starts Saturday, August 8, 2009 - 8:00 PM
Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
( events » arts ) Vahana’s “Hips are for Helping” presents:
the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
Saturday, June 6th, 7 p.m.
Annabelle’s Chocolate Lounge
6240 Pleasant Valley Rd, El Dorado, 95623
FREE ADMISSION
100% OF DONATIONS BENEFIT THE MEL...
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event starts Saturday, June 6, 2009 - 7:00 PM
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Rakkasah West 2008 performing with Djinn
Casbah Lounge
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Saturday, December 1, 2007 - 7:00 PM
25 RSVPs
Annabelle’s Chocolate Lounge presents:
The Casbah Lounge
An Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
Sat., Dec. 1st, 7 p.m.
Featuring Vahana & Jewels of the North
Special appearances by:
Thea of Pasadena
Monifa of Oakland
Tezrah of Sacramento
Namira of Lake Tahoe
and many more
Benefitting Sierra Wildlife Rescue
(suggested donation $5 @ the door)
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado
for more info or to dance
contact Vahana at dancingesquire@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/vahanabellydancevahana-bellydance.tripod.com
Casbah Lounge Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
(events » arts)
Saturday, December 1, 2007 - 7:00 PM
38 RSVPs
Reminder - the Casbah Lounge Evening of Middle Eastern Dance is this Sat!!! 7 p.m., Dec. 1st, Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge, 6240 Pleasant Valley Road, in the historic foothills town of El Dorado. Wine, beer, handmade chocolate delights and over 20 different acts of different dance styles including Egyptian, Bangrah, Saidi, Morrocan, plus!
Special appearances by: Vahana, Jewels of the North, Mina from Santa Rosa, Monifa from Oakland, Namira of South Lake Tahoe, and Thea all the way from Pasadena!
No cover or drink minimum. 21 and over please.
This is a fundraiser for Sierra Wildlife Rescue, so suggested donation at the door is $5, but not required.
email Vahana for any questions: dancingesquire@yahoo.com
Open Bellydance Showcase Jan 10th
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Thursday, January 10, 2008 - 6:30 PM
30 RSVPs
OPEN BELLYDANCE SHOWCASE
at
ANDALOUSSIA
MOROCCAN RESTAURANT
Presented by Vahana Bellydance
Saturday Night, January 10th
Dinner* served at 6:30 p.m.
Show starts 7 p.m.
All level of dancers welcome!
Contact Vahana to sign up to dance or for more information: 818-326-5452
dancingesquire@yahoo.com
http:vahana-bellydance.tripod.com
v Please RSVP for Dinner by January 7th, 2009
Andaloussia Restaurant at 916-927-1014.
1537 Howe Ave , Sacramento CA 95825.
Located at Howe and Arden
* dinner price and menu items to be announced
April 19th, Casbah Lounge
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Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 7:00 PM
2 RSVPs
Casbah Lounge - Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge
Sat, April 19th, 7 p.m.
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado CA (near Placerville and Sacramento)
Featuring Vahana & Jewels of the North
Special appearances by
Monifa of Oakland
Cintia and Sarpika
Folk Infusion
J.R.
Janene
Cymbeline, and many more talented performers
Plus, a special presentation by local Capoeira masters!
Benefitting Earth Foundation in honor of Earth Day 2008
$5 suggested donation at the door
For more info or to request to perform contact
Vahana 818-326-5452
dancingesquire@yahoo.com
vahana-bellydance.tripod.com
vahana-bellydance.tripod.com
The Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance TONIGHT!
(events » nightlife)
Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 7:00 PM
37 RSVPs
The Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado
7 p.m., April 19th!
Performances -
Jewels of the North from Placerville (Egyptian troupe)
Janine from Sacramento (Arabic)
Salome from Placerville (Fusion)
Shiran from Auburn (Turkish)
Sarpika from Lotus (American Tribal Style troupe)
Namira from South Lake Tahoe (Arabic)
Mina and Jasmine from Santa Rosa (Tatib)
Fajera from Placerville (Fusion)
Monifa from Oakland (Arabic)
Moon Goddess Caravan from Folsom (Fusion troupe)
Vahana from El Dorado (Arabic)
10 min. Intermission
Folk Infusion from Sacramento (folkloric troupe)
Rochelle from Sacramento (Turkish)
Cintia from Lotus (Folkloric)
Najwa from Sacramento (Arabic)
J.R. from Placerville (Arabic)
Vasi Yabani from Auburn (Turkish Folkloric troupe)
Tasha from El Dorado Hills (Arabic)
Bo from Sacramento (Tribal Fusion)
Capoeira Demonstration by Aqua De Bebér
(Professór Joel and Chris
Live Drum solo w/ Joel and Vahana
Open dance floor with live drummers Joel, Isaac, Mike, and Tezrah
about me
I am an award-winning Middle Eastern dancer transplanted to Placerville via Hollywood, CA, and have been here now for 3 1/2 years. Lov'n it!!! I live on White Horse Ranch with my son, hubby, five - no - six cats, three - no - four horses, and three goats. I am the troupe founder/director for the fabulous group of women dancers known as "Jewels of the North" and the adorable "Jewelettes." I am also the founder and producer of The Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance, at Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge in El Dorado that is the premiere Middle Eastern Cultural Dance event in the Gold Country area. I teach bellydance, horseback riding lessons, and I am a law professor. Life is good.
Vahana Bellydance exclusively at Jammin' Dance and Fitness, 6090 Enterprise Drive, in the Placerville Performing Arts building
Class schedule:
Thursdays
6:00 p.m. Bellydance for Girls ages 7 to 12
7:00 p.m. all levels Egyptian/Lebanese bellydance technique class, beginners welcome
8:00 p.m. troupe Jewels of the North Rehearsals
Drop in rate $15 or $40/month
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***Belly Dance Sale***,
***Indian Clothing***,
**Bellydance Props!!!**,
*Bellydancing *Mamas!,
*Practice Makes Perfect,
Badi'a Fusion,
Belly Dance for Life!,
Belly Dance Instructors,
Belly Dance Swapmeet in Placerville,
Belly Dancer of the Year Competition,
Bellydance Feedback,
bellydance swap,
BellydanceCalifornia,
Bellydancer's Bazaar,
BellyDancerUSAContest,
bellydancesuperstars,
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"Best berry pie in California!"
the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance bellydance showcase tonight, 7 p.m.! Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge. 20 different dance acts, plus Sahara Sands Band. Woohoo!
6240 Pleasant Valley Road
El Dorado, CA 95623
near Placerville
Sat, August 22, 2009 - 2:47 PM
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Join me as I host the Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance
at Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge
Aug. 22nd, 2009, 7 p.m.
6240 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado
Over 20 different dance acts in an evening packed with talent.
See local area professionals and students, as well as not so local like the fabulous Jaisan from N. Carolina!
Never a cover charge, only a request to donate.
100% of donations go to The Center for Violence Free Relationships in El Dorado County
This is not...
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Thu, July 30, 2009 - 11:20 PM
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3 a.m., Wed morning, Tuesday night, far from sleep.
I'm still up and drivin' can't go back, obviously.
So I'll just change direction,
Cause they'll soon know where I am.
These things go through your head,
when there's a worry on your back.
(thx Tori)
Tue, February 10, 2009 - 11:39 PM
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Back from NVBDC
Well, I am back from North Valley Bellydance Competition in Oroville, CA, and I had a WONDERFUL time this year. Yes, you are going to hear some talk in the bellydance community about how the sound system at the State Theatre this year was so "awful" since the base speakers were blown out and no one could hear their drum solos. It wasn't just drum solos that were missing on dancer's cd's, but any base line in your music. This made performing in all categories very challeng...
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Sun, November 9, 2008 - 8:04 PM
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The next Casbah Lounge, Evening of Middle Eastern Dance at Annabelle's Chocolate Lounge near Placerville, CA, is December 6th.
This show is produced by Vahana's "Hips are for Healing" and is in its second year running.
It is always a charitable event with this evening's donations going to Animal Outreach of the Motherlode.
The December show is traditionally the "alternative" music show, so while you can still dance to Middle Eastern music, you can also branch out in December if you w...
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Sat, November 1, 2008 - 9:55 PM
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