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The Desert Classic Times
Official Newsletter of the Desert Classic DanceSport Championships
Ballroom Enthusiast,

It's less than 3 weeks until Heat #1 of the Desert Classic. Our early registration deadline has passed but you can still participate! Our online registration is closed. Please submit entry forms by regular mail, email or fax through June 25th. Visit our website for more information.
 
Remember to mention the Desert Classic when you are making your hotel reservations. Our special rate is only $125 per night plus $1 for gym/spa. And you'll also receive a $15 room credit to use in the hotel. This is a fantastic deal for such a fabulous resort.
 
Our Desert Classic Times subscribers are AWESOME! We had about 130 entries for our Desert Dancer Caption Contest!! They were funny, brilliant, wonderful, witty and simply superb! It was so much fun to read them all. We have picked a winner. The announcement will come soon! Thank you so much for participating.
 
Calling all kids!! We have added a special FREE event just for you. Also, just added are "solo single-dance entries." Get details on these events in this newsletter.
 
Have you made your reservation for Breakfast Under the Stars, our most popular dining adventure? Read more below.
 
We have so many things planned for you at Desert Classic. Don't miss out on one minute of fun-in-the-sun and grrrrrreat dancing-- register today.
 
See you on deck very soon!
Igor & Irina
Igor & Irina Suvorov
Organizers
Best-of-the-best dance duets are coming from all over the world to dance DC!!
Enjoy dancers from around the world!You will not want to miss the IDSF International Open events on Friday and Saturday evening or the Professional Championships on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Fantastic couples from all over the globe will be competing and performing!
 
Be sure to book your tickets in advance for Luca & Loraine Baricchi's show. The best seats may be sold out by the day of the show. Price: $50 for front row tables or front row risers; $45 for general admission. If you already ordered your tickets, you can pick them up at "will-call" at the front desk any time during the weekend.
 
Show 'em your love--let's pack the ballroom!
BUTSThe hot ticket is definitely "Breakfast Under the Stars!"
Star-Studded Event - Breakfast Under the StarsAfter the Saturday evening ballroom events, nearly 150 attendees will gather at The Pointe to dine under the Palm Desert night sky. We offer a fantastic breakfast buffet in a fun and casual atmosphere. Relax with your dance friends old and new, re-live the evening's events or simply enjoy the star-studded desert sky.
 
Breakfast Under the Stars has become one of our most popular and well-attended events.
 
Buy your tickets for this fabulous event today!
ContestCalling all kids under 15! We've added a FREE event & solo single-dance events.
Laugh and have fun doing the chicken!
Chicken Dance
Sunday, July 11th FREE
12:00: Olga Ginsberg will be in the practice room to teach you the Chicken Dance. Come on over for a complimentary learn and practice session!
1:00: Join us in the ballroom for the Desert Classic's first annual Chicken Dance Contest! And, if you want to start practicing now, click the chicken on the left, to see a funny video.
 
The Chicken Dance is a FREE event. Please join us! You will have a blast!  
 
JUST ADDED.
NEW! For kids without partners we have added "Solo Single-Dance" competitions during the Sunday Matinee. $15 per dance. Use the pre-teen and junior entry form and choose your age group.
Dear Parents and Junior Teachers...
No running please...Videotaping: If you wish to record your child's performance, you are required to purchase a video pass for $25. The pass is valid only for the Sunday Matinee during Junior events. Please inquire at the front desk. Professional videography is also available from Paradigm DVD.
 
Ballroom Etiquette: Please help us to make the experience of the Desert Classic pleasant for all dancers, spectators and officials by not allowing your children to run or shout inside the ballroom, stand on the seats or otherwise block others' view of the dance floor. 
 
Tickets: Parents, relatives and other spectators must also purchase admission tickets to the ballroom for the Sunday events.
 
Thanks for your help. It's sincerely appreciated.
In This Issue
Fantastic IDSF and Pro Events Planned!
Experience Star-Studded Dining!!!
FREE Kids Event Plus Junior "No Partner" Competitions Just Added!
Message to Parents and Junior Teachers
Showtime with Luca & Loraine Baricchi
Special Discount On Menswear

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Showtime Saturday July 10th!
Luca & Loraine BarrichiLuca & Loraine Baricchi will perform their all--new show for you on Saturday night!
 
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