Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 26, 2026

[Modesto Tango]

Kenny and Verna worked on back ochos with a focus on using the floor as our source of energy.  Recap in this video of the week.  They return to us on Valentine’s Day, February 14,  for another  group lesson at Studio V, 4459 Spyres (off Bangs) at 11 am. There are openings for private lessons. To schedule, text: 209 402-0923. Price of a group lesson $20.  Come as a couple for $30.  Private lessons are $100.   Hope to see you all there.Until later,  Mary Our website: http:// ModestoTango.com Our email mailto:Modest...@gmail.com Keep track with our on-line calendar https://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe   CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK TUESDAY: Jan 27  We  meet  for  our  practica  at  Urbanos Grill at 1016 H Street (behind the Gallo Center) . This is a great occasion to socialize, grab a meal or just a glass of wine, and dance some tango, working on material covered in class.  A great occasion to just come and get acquainted with us.   We  gather around 6:00 for a meal and start dancing after 6:30 pm. We hope to dance till a little after 8:00 pm when the salseros come in for their lesson. SATURDAY: February 14, 2026, at 11 am. Group lesson  with Kenny Bell and Verna Tennyson at  Studio V Pilates and Fitness, at 4459 Spyres. (Off Bangs)    MILONGA

MILONGAS OUT OF TOWN: Friday: Sacramento: Every Friday at Tango on Broadway, Mission Oaks Community Center - 4701 Gibbons Dr, Carmichael, CA 95608.  6 - 10pm, $10.  BYOB and anything you may want to add to the pot luck supper. Saturday:  Sacramento: At Tango By the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 2nd & 4th Saturday, 7 pm, $10. The dancing starts at 8:00 pm with traditional tango music until 11:00 pm, when the switch is to Nuevo tango and alternative music.  Light refreshments are provided, and you are welcome to bring your favorite beverage.  Cost is $10    At Firehouse 5: 2014 9th Street.  The 1st and 3rd Saturday milongas. In addition, lots of requests for more advanced classes, so the pre-milonga class  is int/adv.   Fresno: From Fresno Tango. ;  February is the month of love. You are cordially invited to spend a lovely night with your friends, lovers, or favorite valentine dancing Tango.  Let's practice those new moves and have some fun! Join us! Saturday, February 7th, 2026,  Pete & Carmen's Salsa Dance Academy,  4774 N. Blackstone Ave., Fresno Time: 6-9pm: $10 per person Newbies are welcomed. If you  would like a FREE lesson, please RSVP. The milonga starts at 6pm sharp. Lessons will not be conducted on the dance floor so  you can start dancing right away. DJ- Sasan Rahmatian will be playing the greatest Tango classics Come make new friends, socialize, and have a fun night of Tango!  Bring the adult drinks of your choice. For more info: David Figueroa 559-369-3882 From Marcelo Molina: A Todo Tango Milonga:  Every third Sunday, 7 - 9:30 at Diane’s Studio of Dance.: 826 N Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93728   Oakland:   Milonga Rubia:    AT JUST DANCE BALLROOM!!** 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month, 2500 Embarcadero, Oakland. 7-11pm. $20 cash only.    Proof of vaccination required.

CLASSES OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571. MONDAY: Sacramento: Tango on Broadway 7 TO 8:  Beginners,  8 - 9 Intermediate,  9-10 Practica $10 night, $30 for the month Mission Oaks Community Center, 4701 Gibbons Drive, Carmichael 95608   At Tango by the River: 128 J Street, Old Sacramento Tango every Monday): 6:30 - 7:30 Beginning Tango 7:30 - 8:30 pm Intermediate Tango   TUESDAY: Sacramento:  Tango Schema 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. Beginning Tango Class with Stephen Cahill and Madeline Abshier, who  placed in the finals at Atusa this year.  Their lessons are Tuesday, 8:45 p.m. -Int/Adv.   $15 drop-in    9:00 - Practica. Location: Firehouse 5, 2014 9th St, info: tango...@gmail.com   Danville:  Blackhawk  Tango - Sycamore Tango Club  635 Old Orchard Dr, Danville 94526 Every Tuesday another night of tango.  Classes  concentrate on fundamentals and basic steps plus Rhythm and Musicality. Golden Era music for the classes is preferred, and Practica with some variations of nuevo music. Always refreshments, wine, munchies, fruit, bottled water and more just $15 all night, students free.   WEDNESDAY: Sacramento: Tango On Broadway @ Spotlight Dance Studio, 2534 Industrial Blvd #150, West Sacramento, CA 95691   7 - 8 pm:  Adv Tango , 8 - 10 pm: Practica (open to the public) 2-songs tandas by DJ Gavin or DJ Montego Tango Venue: Tango On Broadway @ Spotlight Dance Studio, 2534 Industrial Blvd #150, West Sacramento, CA 95691   THURSDAY: Sacramento: At Tango By The River -   128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Argentine tango  for intermediate and advanced level dancers.    Every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at Tango by the River!  Followed by a Practica till 8:30 Fresno: 6-7 Beginners,  7-8 Advanced, Diane’s Studio of Dance.: 826 N Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93728 www.marcelomolinatango.com    (559) 360-9824 6pm Beginners/Int -7pm Advanced Polish your shoes and see you at the dance floor.   Coming Up In February in Ajijic, Mexico, check out: https://vivamexicotangofestival.com/ In May, Tango Championship:   https://tangousachampionship.com/?utm_source_platform=mailpoet May 21 - 25, 2026 @ San Francisco Airport Marriott Hotel Register now with Super Early Bird deal to lock in your spot and the best hotel group rate: $155 for a double room! Rooms are filling quickly - don’t wait!