All-trad music with guest DJ Erik O'Banion at Bailonga tonight! (No live music, sorry.)

[Bailonga Eugene]

Traditional Night with Guest DJ Erik O'Banion 

Update: Unfortunately, the live music we had originally scheduled for tonight was canceled. But special guest DJ Erik O'Banion will still be making a trip down from Portland to DJ for us!

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Tonight, please welcome back guest DJ Erik O'Banion! He DJed 50/50 for us back in June, and now he returns to DJ a full night of traditional music.

Erik O'Banion, a passionate social dancer, began his tango dancing journey in Eugene Oregon in 2003. He was soon introduced to alternative tango after moving to Portland and that's been his passion ever since. In 2015, Erik launched his DJing career with a monthly alternative music event at the Velocult Bike Bar. He has since DJ'd at various events, including traditional and alternative tango gatherings, and most recently at the Portland Valentango Festival in 2024.

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Reminders:

-No street shoes, please ~ they can damage the floor. Please bring clean non-marking footwear such as dance shoes or sneakers. Thanks!

-A 30-minute desk shift gets you in for free! First come first served to sign up for shifts, but there are virtually always open slots available.

-Please avoid fragrances/perfumes. Some of us are allergic. Thank you!

-Masking is encouraged but not required. Free masks and hand sanitizer are available at the front desk.

This Week’s Event

Wednesday, September 4th

Schedule:

• 7:00PM - Beginning and Intermediate lessons
• 7:45–10:00PM - DJ Erik

Intermediate teacher: Robin Chappell

Lesson topic: Telepathy in Your Dance, Part 1 Slow Stepping. When the song asks, and your partner agrees! Using shaping to communicate intention.

Beginner teacher: Galen Wright-Watson

Lesson topic: Week 1: From zero, the very basics.

DJ: Erik O'Banion

Music: 100% Traditional

Confirm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1271098330529899

Location: Upstairs Ballroom at the Vet’s Club, 1626 Willamette Street Eugene, Oregon

Cost: $7 – $10 (Cash or check only)

Volunteer: 30-minute desk shift gets you in free!

Parking: To the left of Vet’s club building or nearby street parking.

Accessibility: The Vet’s club’s ramp is on the front-right corner of the building. There is an elevator directly to the right once inside the main entrance.