Sunday, March 20, 2022

DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday March 24, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a DANCE PARTY this Thursday March 24, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. It's the 6th anniversary of Thursday night dancing at Eastlake, except for a year and a half closure due to coronavirus. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, and beverages. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The great DJ Mel Zaragoza will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS required?  Well, the homeowners association still has a "masks recommended" sign on the door.  In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos and videos.)

  

ST. PATRICK'S DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, March 17th, with DJ Bing Villafuerte, and 50 dancers. Here are a few photos, some from Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ). 

 

 

BY THE LAKE.  Edith, Helen, Nene, Janet and Juliet posed by Eastlake on the 1st week of Daylight Saving Time in 2022. It won't end until November 5th.

 

 

 

NEDY BY THE LAKE.  Nedy, the Director of Photography, posed by Eastlake.  This and about 150 selfies from the St Patrick's Party are in Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ). Maybe some videos will be posted. 

 

 

 

LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, Edith and Bing were in the front line, more or less, dancing to "RING MY BELL" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBEf7ThR5VI&t=10s ). 

 

 

 

BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a blessing for the food, and a prayer that Ukraine gets peace quickly.

 

 

 

YMCA.  In the photo above, dancers went wild for the party favorite, "YMCA". ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8cM0xiLWmM )

 

 

 

IRISH STEW.  In the photo above, the Eastlake Dance Group were performing a special number in green St. Patrick's attire made by Faye.  It was a lively Irish dance called "Irish Stew" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-Png9YqBoA ).

 

 

 

BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Cindy & Chito were dancing. It was the night club 2-step "Yo Te Amo" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkVbgpXXR0M ).

 

 

 

WINNING COUPLES. In the photo above, couples with winning St Patrick's attire posed. Bing & Janet, Irish & Roland, Edwin & Jhosie, Helen & Juliet, and Eva & Dwayne.

 

 

 

 WINNING LADIES. In the photo above, ladies in winning St Patrick's attire posed. Nedy, Karina, Annie, Eleanor, Alice, Nene, Estrelle, Mayeth, Delia, Beth, Ofelia (who was the dancer from the farthest, Australia), Nanie, Faye, Lolit, Mae, Marivic (Victoria), Sheila, Edna, and Pat.  


FLASHBACK TO 2016:

 

 

THE FIRST THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE AT EASTLAKE. In the photo above on March 31, 2016, 6 years ago, Edith, Tess and Fe were in the front line, more or less, dancing the line dance "Let's Get Loud".


Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:

Thursday, March 24, 2022:  6TH ANNIVERSARY DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


Thursday, March 31, 2022:  NO DANCE.  Somebody else has an event in the clubhouse that evening.


Thursday, April 7, 2022:  APRIL BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, April 14, 2022:  NO DANCE in the clubhouse that evening in honor of Holy Thursday.


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night best swing dance party in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".

Sunday, March 13, 2022

ST. PATRICK'S DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday March 17, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a ST. PATRICK'S DANCE PARTY this Thursday March 17, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista.

 


  There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, beverages, and prize for best attire. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Now that we are in Daylight Saving Time, there'll be lots of photos by the lake.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The wonderful DJ Bing Villafuerte will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS required?  Well, the homeowners association still has a "masks recommended" sign on the door.  In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos and videos.)

 

A MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, March 10th, with DJ Nickie Bascos, and 48 dancers. Here are a few photos, some from Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ). 

 

 

LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, Edith and Beth were in the front line, more or less, dancing to "HEAR MY SONG" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqKLeIuFUII ). 

 

 

 

 BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a blessing for the food, and a prayer that Ukraine gets peace quickly. 

 

 

 

 BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Elsie and Ping were dancing. I'm not sure, but about that time it was the rumba "Esta Noche" ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwtDJ5Lu6dw ).

 

 

 

 BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS with birthdays in March lined up for photos by the cake while singing "Happy Birthday".  They were Joe, Ric, Aurea, Sally, Faye, Eva, Dwayne and DJ Nickie.

 

 


 THE CAKE was fabulous.  It was layers of chocolate and white cake separated by whipped cream, and it featured green shamrock cloverleafs on top.

 

 

 

 THE BAKER.  Once again a huge "Thank You!!" to Myra (Veronica) for baking the birthday cake.


FLASHBACK TO 2019:

 

 

2019 ST. PATRICK'S PARTY BEST ATTIRE WINNERS, in the photo above on March 14, 2019, were Olive, Sheila, Eleanor, Eva, Estrelle, Rosa, Nene and Nedy.



Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:

Thursday, March 17, 2022:  ST PATRICK'S NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Bing Villafuerte.

Thursday, March 24, 2022:  DANCE PARTY, the 6th anniversary at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Mel Zaragoza.

Thursday, March 31, 2022:  NO DANCE.  Somebody else has an event in the clubhouse that evening.

Thursday, April 7, 2022:  APRIL BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Bing Villafuerte.

  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night line dance party in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".

Sunday, March 6, 2022

MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday March 10, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY this Thursday March 10, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, beverages, roses for birthday ladies and balloons. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation, especially if you have a birthday in March.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The phenomenal DJ Nickie Bascos will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS required?  Well, the homeowners association has a "masks recommended" sign on the door.  In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos and videos.)

 

A DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, March 3rd, with DJ Bing Villafuerte, with 30 dancers. Here are a few photos, most from Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ). 

 


 LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, Connie, Nedy  and Bing were in the front line dancing to "HEAR MY SONG" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqKLeIuFUII ).

 

 


  BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a blessing for the food, and a prayer that Ukraine gets peace quickly.

 

 

 

JIVE BUNNY ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iDwk4n39R0 ) got everyone dancing the jive boogie in the photo above.

 

 

 

 BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Eva and Dwayne (Edwin) were dancing. I'm not sure, but probably it was a night club two-step.

 

 

 

COMING ATTRACTIONS. Edith held up notices of the upcoming dance parties.


Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:


Thursday, March 10, 2022:  MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Nickie Bascos.


Thursday, March 17, 2022:  ST PATRICK'S NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, March 24, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


Thursday, March 31, 2022:  NO DANCE.  Somebody else has an event in the clubhouse that evening.


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night Filipino-American dancing in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".

Friday, March 4, 2022

Services for Nick Enriquez on Monday March 21, 2022

We and the Eastlake Thursday Dancers and many others in San Diego were deeply saddened to hear that Nick Enriquez passed away on Sunday, February 20th. Nick Enriquez was a mainstay in many Filipino-American groups in the San Diego area for many years. We enjoyed being with Nick and Eden at the Thursday Night dances both at the former Point Point Joint, and then for the past 6 years at the Eastlake Shores Clubhouse in Chula Vista, where Nick and Eden were dubbed as the First Couple.  We'd see him at RMX dances in Miramar, too.  He also danced in choreographed "special numbers".  We'll miss the delicious food he prepared for the dances, and the lunch and dinner parties he hosted. He was a big financial supporter and he always paid for the DJs.  We love you Nick, forever.  - Bert & Edith Donaldson   

 

 

 NICK THE DANCER.  Nick was dancing with Eden in the photo above on September 9, 2021, at Eastlake. It looks like they were dancing the tango. Dancers were in white for the September Birthdays Party.



OFFICIAL OBITUARY:

( https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/bonita-ca/nick-enriquez-10599113 )

  


 OBITUARY

Nick Tuazon Enriquez
April 17, 1933 – February 20, 2022


Nick Enriquez was born on April 17th, 1933, in Balanga, Bataan. He started courting Norma Banzon in high school, and continued through their college years, finally getting engaged in 1955 after he completed U.S. Navy Basic training. They married on August 18th, 1956, only to be separated while Nick returned to his duty station in Hawaii. They had their first child, Pam, in May of 1957. Shortly thereafter, Nick was reassigned to Subic Bay Naval Base where they established their first home and had their second child, Arnie, in May of 1959. Their next assignment was in Vallejo, CA, where Eric was born in February, 1962. The last duty station of his meritorious Navy career was at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia, during which their fourth and last child, David, was born. After his Navy retirement in 1975 he accepted a position as General Manager of the American Embassy Recreation Association Club in Jakarta. During his tenure he greatly expanded the membership, benefits, and quality of life for thousands of American expatriates in Jakarta. In December, 1979, he accepted a position in Jakarta with the Continental Oil Company (CONOCO) as Director of Housing and Maintenance. Five years later he was promoted to a position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Due to Norma’s increasing need for advanced medical treatment, Nick opted to retire from CONOCO in 1989 and returned to San Diego with Norma and David, where he used his business experience to establish a property management company. In spite of excellent medical care, Norma passed away on April 8th, 2002. Nick continued to operate his property management business and to contribute prominently to the Filipino-American Community in San Diego, serving as an officer in the Bataan Association of Southern California, Knights of Columbus, and Kaibigan Ng Immaculate Conception Sa America. In addition, he generously helped countless individuals in many ways. Nick was blessed late in his life to meet and fall in love with Eden (Maria Lourdes Solis), whom he married on May 23rd, 2017. She was a great companion and loving caregiver to him, as he had been to Norma, through his final days. Nick passed away from a combination of medical complications on Sunday, February 20th, 2022. Nick is survived by - His wife Eden. - His daughter, Pam; her son, Bradley Loomis; her son Daniel Loomis and his wife Emily, and their children, Caroline and Chapman. - His son Arnie, and his wife, Susan; their son Nick and his wife Sarah Pearl, and their daughter Adelaide; their son Samuel and his wife Joyful; their daughter Sarah Brown and her husband, Samuel Brown, and their son Jack. - His son Eric and his wife, Cindy. - His son David.

A visitation for Nick will be held Sunday, March 20, 2022 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Glen Abbey's Magnolia Room, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A funeral mass will occur Monday, March 21, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St Charles Catholic Church, 990 Saturn Blvd, San Diego, CA 92154. Following the funeral mass a graveside service will occur Monday, March 21, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.glenabbeysandiego.net for the Enriquez family.

Sunday, February 27, 2022

DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday March 3, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a DANCE PARTY this Thursday March 3, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, and beverages. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The incredible DJ Bing Villafuerte will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS required?  Well, the homeowners association downgraded to a "masks recommended" sign on the door.  In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos and videos.)


A MARDI GRAS DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, February 24th, with DJ Mel Zaragoza, about 40 dancers. Here are a few photos, some copied from the Eastlake Shore Thursday Dancer Group Facebook  ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). 

 

 

TWILIGHT ON THE LAKE.  Nedy got a selfie of twilight on Eastlake just before 6pm.  Daylight saving time will be in place for the St. Patricks Dance Party.

 

 


 LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, Roland and Bing were in the front line dancing a special number line dance, "STYLE" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQhXss8dErA ).  Faye made the ladies' skirts and the guys' vests.  I learned that the traditional colors of Mardi Gras are purple, green and gold.

 

 


 BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a blessing for the food, a prayer that Nick's family has consolation and peace, and that the people and government of Ukraine get peace quickly.  Sadly, Nick passed away Sunday February 20th.

 

 

 

 BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Edna and Mae were dancing. I'm not sure, but the merengue dance "Linda Eh" was played about that time. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw9orjqEPOc ).

 

 

 

 WINNING COUPLES in Mardi Gras attire lined up for photos.  They were Romi & Geraldine, Tom & Nanie, Jhosie & Edwin (who won the Grand Prize), Janet & Bing, Roland & Irish, Connie & Ric, and Helen & Julius.

 

 

 

WINNING LADIES in Mardi Gras attire lined up for photos.  They were Josie, Beth, Nedy, Faye, Annie, Delia, Lolit, Edna, Alice, Pat, Eden, Mae, Nene, Carmen and Juliet.



Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:


Thursday, March 3, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, March 10, 2022:  MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Nickie Bascos.


Thursday, March 17, 2022:  ST PATRICK'S NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, March 24, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night cumbia dance in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".

Sunday, February 20, 2022

MARDI GRAS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday February 24, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a MARDI GRAS DANCE PARTY this Thursday February 24, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, beverages, and prizes for best Mardi Gras attire. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The marvelous DJ Mel Zaragoza will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS required?  Well, the homeowners association still had a "masks requested" sign on the door.  In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos and videos.)

 

A DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, February 17th, with DJ Bing Villafuerte, and 30 dancers. Here are a few photos, some copied from the Eastlake Shore Thursday Dancer Group Facebook  ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ).

  

 

LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, Lolit and Nedy were in the front line dancing a current favorite "Cold Heart" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1De2dpLmRas ).

 

 

 

 BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a blessing for the food and a prayer for quick recovery of Nick.

 

 

 

 DJ BING, in the photo above, kept the music and dancers going all evening.

 

 

 

 BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Irish and Roland were dancing, and I think it was the night-club two-step "Yo Te Amo" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkVbgpXXR0M ).

 

 

 

 SWING.  Susie and Leo got to do a bit of ballroom dancing in a circle of admirers, while they danced jive boogie to "Swing The Mood" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iDwk4n39R0 ).  And, Geraldine was recording the dance - the video is in the Eastlake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook.

 

 FLASHBACK TO 2019's MARDI GRAS NIGHT:

 

 

2019 MARDI GRAS NIGHT BEST ATTIRE WINNERS lined up for the photo above on Feb. 28, 2019.  DJ Mel was one of the winners, and he was kneeling for the photo.  Yes, it's been 3 years since we had a Mardi Gras Dance Party.



Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:


Thursday, February 24, 2022:  MARDI GRAS NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


Thursday, March 3, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, March 10, 2022:  MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Nickie Bascos.


Thursday, March 17, 2022:  ST PATRICK'S NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night Filipino-American dance in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".


Sunday, February 13, 2022

No Roses at Feb 17th Dance

 Oops !   Contrary to what I'd just sent, there will not be roses handed out at Eastlake on Thursday Feb. 17th.  The roses were all handed out last Thursday at the Valentines Dance.    --Bert


DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday February 17, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a DANCE PARTY this Thursday February 17, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, beverages, and roses for all ladies. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The spectacular DJ Bing Villafuerte will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS to prevent COVID spread?  Well, the homeowners association has requested mask-wearing to meet COVID coronavirus requirements. In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos.)

 

A VALENTINES & FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, February 10th, with DJ Nickie Bascos, and 50 dancers, and a lot of red clothing. Here are a few photos copied from various Facebooks:
  


 

BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a prayer and blessing for the food.  Line dancing and ballroom dancing alternated until 10pm.

 

 

 

LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, a SPECIAL NUMBER by the Eastlake Dance Group, Geraldine, Janet and Irish were in the front line dancing "Ten Guitars" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUbaCK7Mc3A ).

 

 

 

 BALLROOM DANCING.  In the photo above, Aurora was dancing with a friend of mine visiting from the East Coast, Julio, and I think it was the cumbia "Si Una Vez" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPoOiGUqbcc ).

 

 

 

THE CAKE.  Myra baked another fabulous birthday cake for us.  This layered cake featured layers of bananas and cream, and lots of little red Valentine hearts.  Yummy.

 

 

 

BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS lined up for photos.  Helen (filling in for Julius), me and Mayeth posed holding candles from the cake.

 

 

 

SPECIAL NUMBER #2.  The Eastlake Dance Group performed again in the photo above, dancing to "Cuando Me Enamoro" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DO8GsIYfhQ ).

 

 

 

HIGH ENERGY.  In the photo above, Merly and Helen displayed amazing energy dancing to "Wooly Bully" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcU3b_OfGrs ) inside a circle of admirers.


Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:

Thursday, February 17, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, February 24, 2022:  MARDI GRAS NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


Thursday, March 3, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, March 10, 2022:  MARCH BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Nickie Bascos


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night Filipino-American dance in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".

Sunday, February 6, 2022

VALENTINES & FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake Thursday February 10, 2022

Hello Dancers, 

   You are invited to a VALENTINES & FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY this Thursday February 10, 2022, at Eastlake Shores, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista. There'll be lots of dancing, fun, food, beverages, and roses for all ladies. It's a "private party" and this is your invitation.  Dancers are welcome to bring a dish of food to share. The adorable DJ Bing Villafuerte will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 10pm.

  MASKS to prevent COVID spread?  Well, the homeowners association has requested mask-wearing to meet COVID coronavirus requirements. In order to have a healthy dance, please do not come in if you have a fever, cough, or other cold or flu symptoms.  Anyone can wear a mask who chooses. Everyone should bring a mask, just in case the requirements change at the last minute.

DIRECTIONS: Take H Street east to Eastlake Drive.  Go right one block, then turn right onto Lakeshore Drive. Then, turn left immediately into the parking lot of 2050 Lakeshore Drive.  The Eastlake Shores Clubhouse is behind the gated fence.

 (Note: If the following photos do not appear when you look at this email, click the words at the top of this email that say something like "Show images which are still blocked to protect your privacy" - I already know who you are.  If that doesn't work, you can either click on the places where the photo should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.  You can see lots of photos and videos on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ), and at the EastLake Shore Thursday Dance Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ), which you should join and post your Eastlake photos.)

 

A DANCE PARTY AT EASTLAKE was last Thursday, February 3rd, with DJ Mel Zaragoza, and 16 dancers, the lowest attendance since May 2018, and a mere 7 weeks after an all-time high attendance. Here are a few photos: 

  

 

LINE DANCING and lessons were non-stop from 6pm - 7pm.  In the photo above, from Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/nedy.lao ) where I got most of the photos, Edith, Faye and Janet were in the front line for a current favorite, "Cold Heart" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1De2dpLmRas ).

 

 

 

BEFORE EATING, the dancers posed for the photo above, and then Nedy gave a prayer and blessing for the food.  Line dancing and ballroom dancing continued for hours.

 

 


SWING DANCING was common, and in the photo above Irish and Janet were dancing swing, possibly to Elvis's "Paralyzed" ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2iFJmo-hak ).

 

 

 

TANGO.  In the photo above, Edith and DJ Mel were dancing a tango. 

 

 

 

CHA CHA.  In the photo above, Ric and Connie were dancing a cha cha.

 

 

 

 RING GIRL EDITH held signs for the upcoming Eastlake dances in the photo above, including this Thursday's Valentines and February Birthdays party.

 

 


 CUMBIA.  I got to dance with Susie to the pretty cumbia, "Nunca Es Suficiete" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k76BgIb89-s ).

 

 


 WALTZ LINE DANCE ENDING usually involves a sideways tilt, which is what is shown in the photo above - another timely photo by Nedy.



FLASHBACK TO 2020:

 


February 2020 Valentines Party group photo is above.  That (February 13, 2020) was the last Thursday night dance at Eastlake prior to the 17-month shutdown.



Here's the dance party plan for the next few Thursdays at Eastlake:


Thursday, February 10, 2022:  VALENTINES and FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Roses for all ladies at this Valentines Dance Party. Balloons. DJ Nickie Bascos


Thursday, February 17, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


Thursday, February 24, 2022:  MARDI GRAS NIGHT DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. Prizes for best attire. DJ Mel Zaragoza.


Thursday, March 3, 2022:  DANCE PARTY at Eastlake, 6pm-10pm at the Eastlake Shores Beach Clubhouse, 2050 Lakeshore Drive, Chula Vista CA 91913. DJ Bing Villafuerte.


  It's a fun dance party most Thursday nights with line dances and ballroom dances like swing, cha cha, night club 2-step, cumbia, rumba and much much more. 

Hoping to see you on the dance floor,
Bert & Edith
619-224-3095 (house phone)

P.S. Other Notes: (1) These are really fun ballroom and line dance parties.  This is Thursday night ballroom and line dancing in San Diego. This is the best Thursday night Filipino-American dance in San Diego, with many types of dance. While the dancing and music are non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free dance one-on-one lessons during the dances, in case you don't know the steps of a particular dance. 

(2)  If you do NOT want these weekly emails anymore, you can "unsubscribe" by e-mailing me, or calling me (619-224-3095), or just "Reply" and type "unsubscribe".