NO DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday January 29, 2026

Hello Dancers,  
  Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday January 29th at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, because we reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  So, come to the February Birthdays Party on February 5th, especially if you have a birthday in February. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with some regular customers.

 (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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

A 70's DISCO DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, January 22, 2026, with DJ Nickie Bascos.  On a cool night with occasional light rain, there were 45 in attendance.  Here are 7 photos from last Thursday's Dance Party, all were copied from Facebooks.

  

  GROUP PHOTO.  Dancers posed for the photo above early in the evening, most in 70's DISCO attire. 

 

 

  BALLROOM DANCING was abundant. In the photo above, Ver and Beth danced what I think was a cha-cha in their disco attire.

 

 

  UPCOMING THURSDAY NIGHTS signs for Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro were held by "Ring Boys" Ver, Gody, Chris and Mark, all in 70's Disco attire, in the photo above.

 

 

  LINE DANCING was a favorite.  In the photo above, Roland's Inspiring Dancers, in 70's Disco attire, performed "YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I WANT" line dance ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9X2zce3Jf4Y ).  In front was Lolit and Irish, behind them were Eva, Remy, Nila and Gody.  In back were Mary Jane and Roland.

 

 

  "THE FRIENDS" PERFORMED.  In the photo above "The Friends", in 70's Disco attire danced "Dancing Queen" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFrGuyw1V8s ) dance choreographed by Angie.  In the photo Connie, Karina, Sheila and Josie were in front.  Belen, Beth and Rei were in back. 

 

 

  WINNING COUPLES in 70's Disco attire posed for the photo above.  They were Remy & Chris, Ver & Ditas, Connie & Ric (who took this photo), Mark & Rei, Aurea & DJ Nickie, and Irish & Roland.  Estrelle, Josie and Rei were prize donors.  Josie, Rei and Lydia handed out prizes.

 

 

  WINNING SINGLES in 70's Disco attire posed for the photo above.  In this photo we see May, Luz, Amor, Gody, Eva, Nila, Belen, Beth, Karina, Mary Jane, Josie, Sheila, Estrelle and Lolit. 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 


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

Thursday, January 29, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 5, 2026:  FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all February celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm. 


Thursday, February 12, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 19, 2026:  MARDI GRAS DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some Mardi Gras attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 (  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Mardi Gras-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos. 


Thursday, February 26, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, March 5, 2026:  MARCH BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all March celebrants, PLUS the 1st Anniversary at Lola Happy Bistro celebration, at 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  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) This is the best combination of Filipino-American ballroom dance clubs and Filipino-American line dance clubs in San Diego -- Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing -- Thursday night dance club in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/  

70's DISCO DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday January 22, 2026

Hello Dancers,  
   You are invited to a 70's DISCO DANCE PARTY at Lola Happy Bistro this coming Thursday January 22nd, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), with the wonderful DJ Nickie Bascos, especially if you have some disco attire.  There'll be lots of dancing, fun, and food and beverages off the menu (don't bring any food or beverages - you are urged to buy a dinner, even if you just take it home). DJ Nickie will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 9:30pm. Disco-attired dancers vie for prizes. A cool and dry night is currently forecast. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (Note:   If the following photo does 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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 


There was NO DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, January 15, 2026.  

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 
  

FLASHBACK TO 2025 (for the previous 70's Disco Dance Party, January 23, 2025):

  

  FLASHBACK TO 2025 for the Winning Couples at our previous 70's Disco Dance Party, January 23, 2025, in the photo above.

 

 

 

FLASHBACK TO 2025 for the Winning Singles at our previous 70's Disco Dance Party, January 23, 2025, in the photo above.



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


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos.  


Thursday, January 29, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 5, 2026:  FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all February celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.


Thursday, February 12, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 19, 2026:  MARDI GRAS DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some Mardi Gras attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Mardi Gras-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  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) This is where you find great Thursday night dancing in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

 

NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday January 15, 2026

Hello Dancers,  
    Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday January 15th, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, because we reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  BUT, be sure to come to the 70's DISCO DANCE PARTY on January 22, 2026, especially if you have some disco attire.

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

A JANUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, January 8, 2026, with DJ Willie Paje for the 1st time in Lola Happy Bistro, on a cool and dry night.  There were almost 60 in attendance thanks in part to 12 Birthday celebrants (!!!) and 8 first-timers.  Here are 6 photos from last Thursday's Dance Party, most were copied from Facebooks:

  

  GROUP PHOTO.  Dancers posed for the photo above early in the evening.

 

 

  BALLROOM DANCING was abundant. In the photo above, Ver and Josie were dancing what I think was the night club 2-step "Lady In Red" ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hy0pZ_JvL4k ).

 

 

  DJ WILLIE was the DJ at Lola Happy Bistro for the first time.  He came with great references, and he did a great job DJ'ing.  He is in the photo above with Nedy, Irish and Roland.

 

 

  UPCOMING THURSDAY NIGHTS signs for Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro were held by "Ring Girls" Jhosie, Mayeth, and first timers Leony and May in the photo above.

 

 

 LINE DANCING was a favorite.  In the photo above, in black and white, Roland's Inspiring Dancers performed the line dance "Girl In The Mirror" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AwUX1_zZ2Y ).   In front were Roland and Eva.  Behind them were Lolit, first timer May and Merely.  Behind them were Irish and Remy.  

 

 

BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS Chris, Mel, Leo, Nora, Connie, Jannette, Irish, Jhosie, Ruben, Josie, Joel and Marylou, with birthdays in January, posed for the photo above.  
 

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 

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


Thursday, January 15, 2026: NO DANCE 


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos. 


Thursday, January 29, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 5, 2026:  FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all February celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.

 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) This is where Filipino-Americans go dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego -- a dance at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dancing, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/ 

JANUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday January 8, 2026

Hello Dancers,  
  You are invited to the JANUARY BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Lola Happy Bistro this coming Thursday January 8, 2026, especially if you have a birthday in January, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), with DJ Willie Paje.  There'll be lots of dancing, fun, and food and beverages off the menu (don't bring any food or beverages - you are urged to buy a dinner, even if you just take it home).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Willie Page will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 9:30pm.  A cool and dry night is currently forecast. 


  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (Note:   If the following list of events and photo 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 place where the images should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.
 


There was NO DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, January 1, 2026 (New Years Day). 

  

  UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 

  

FLASHBACK TO 2025 (for the previous year's January Birthdays Dance Party):

  

 FLASHBACK TO 2025 for the Birthday Celebrants in last year's January Birthdays Dance Party, January 9, 2025, in the photo above.



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


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie Paje


Thursday, January 15, 2026: NO DANCE 


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos. 


Thursday, January 29, 2026: NO DANCE


Thursday, February 5, 2026:  FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all February celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.


 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) This is where to find great dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dancing, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

NO DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO this Thursday January 1, 2026 (New Years Day)

Hello Dancers,  
  Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday January 1st (New Years Day)  at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), also because we reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  So, I hope you had a MERRY CHRISTMAS and will have a HAPPY NEW YEAR.  Come to the January Birthdays Party on January 8th, especially if you have a birthday in January. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with some regular customers.

 (Note:   If the following photo does 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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)



There was NO DANCE PARTY at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day). 

 

   

UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule.



FLASHBACK TO 2024 (for the previous New Year's Masquerade Night Dance Party):

  

  FLASHBACK TO 2024 for the Winning Couples in last year's Masquerade Ball Dance Party, December 26, 2024, in the photo above.


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


Thursday, January 1, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie Paje


Thursday, January 15, 2026: NO DANCE 


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  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) This is where you find great dancing on Thursday nights in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

 

 

 

 

NO DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)

Hello Dancers,  
  Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday December 25th (Christmas), or on the following Thursday January 1st (New Years Day) at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), also because we reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  So, have a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR, and come to the January Birthdays Party on January 8th, especially if you have a birthday in January. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with some regular customers.

 (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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

A CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, December 18, 2025, with DJ Nickie Bascos.  On a mild and dry night, there were over 70 in attendance, the most dancers in 2025, thanks in part to 8 first-timers, and Christmas celebrators.  Here are 5 photos from last Thursday's Dance Party, all were copied from Facebooks.

  

 GROUP PHOTO.  Dancers posed for the photo above early in the evening, most in Christmas attire.    

 

 

  BALLROOM DANCING was abundant. In the Nedy's selfie above, Annie and DJ Nickie danced what I think was the swing/hustle dance "Casablanca" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R_dtZ_qnjM ), in their Christmas attire. 

 

 

  UPCOMING THURSDAY NIGHTS signs for Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro were held by "Ring Girls" Luz, Nila (a 1st-timer), Christia (a 1st-timer) and Joy, all in Christmas attire, in the photo above.

 

 

  LINE DANCING was a favorite.  In the photo above, Roland's Inspiring Dancers, in Christmas attire with colored lights, performed "LAST CHRISTMAS" line dance ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnbdnC1q3l4 ).  In front was Remy, with Roland, Merely (hidden) and Lolit behind her, and Eva and Irish in back.

 

 

 "THE FRIENDS" PERFORMED.  In the photo above "The Friends", in Christmas attire with colored scarves, had just finished dancing a Christmas song "Pasco Na Naman" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TACvpEza7Wk ) dance choreographed by Angie.  In the photo were Rei, Connie, Josie, Nedy, Angie and Beth.   

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 


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

Thursday, December 25, 2025: NO DANCE (Christmas Day)

Thursday, January 1, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie Paje


Thursday, January 15, 2026: NO DANCE 


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes.  6pm - 9:30pm.  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) This is where to find a great dancing on Thursday night in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/  

CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday December 18, 2025

Hello Dancers,  
   You are invited to a CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY at Lola Happy Bistro this coming Thursday December 18th, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), with the fabulous DJ Nickie Bascos, especially if want to celebrate Christmas.  There'll be lots of dancing, fun, and food and beverages off the menu (don't bring any food or beverages - you are urged to buy a dinner, even if you just take it home). DJ Nickie will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 9:30pm. There won't be a contest or prizes, but you can wear Christmas attire. A mild and dry night is currently forecast. This dance will be the last Thursday night dance party of 2025 at Lola Happy Bistro.

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (Note:   If the following photo does 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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)


There was NO DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, December 11, 2025. 

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 

  FLASHBACK TO 2024 (for the previous Christmas Dance Party):

  

 

FLASHBACK TO 2024 for the Group Photo at our previous Christmas Dance Party, December 19, 2024, in the photo above.

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

Thursday, December 18, 2025:  CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY  at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  There won't be a contest or prizes, but you can wear Christmas attire.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos.  This dance will be the last Thursday night dance party of 2025 at Lola Happy Bistro.


Thursday, December 25, 2025: NO DANCE (Christmas Day)
Thursday, January 1, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie Paje


Thursday, January 15, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 22, 2026:  70's DISCO DANCE PARTY, especially if you have some 70's disco attire, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  70's disco-attired dancers vie for prizes. attire.  6pm - 9:30pm.  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) This is where you find great dancing at a Thursday night party of Filipino-Americans in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday December 11, 2025

Hello Dancers,  
    Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday December 11th, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), because we reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  BUT, be sure to come to the CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY on December 18th, especially if you would like to experience joy this holiday season.

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

A DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, December 4, 2025, with DJ Bing Villafuerte, on a cool and dry night.  There were almost 50 in attendance thanks in part to 2 Birthday celebrants.  Here are 5 photos from last Thursday's Dance Party, most were copied from Facebooks: 

 

 

 GROUP PHOTO.  Dancers posed for the photo above early in the evening.

 

 

  BALLROOM DANCING was abundant. In the photo above, Edna and Leo were dancing what I think was the cumbia "Ven" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPwcUW-BXrQ ).

 

 

  LINE DANCING was a favorite.  In the photo above, in yellow and gold, Roland's Inspiring Dancers performed the line dance  "Drink Champagne" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wg2LqZK1cMY ).   In front were Remy and Roland.  Behind them were Irish, Lolit, Merely, and (hidden) Eva.

 

 

  UPCOMING THURSDAY NIGHTS signs for Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro were held by "Ring Girls" Marie, Chona, Edna and Merely in the photo above.

 

 

 BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS Edna and Estrelle, with birthdays in December, posed for the photo above.

 

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 

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

Thursday, December 11, 2025: NO DANCE


Thursday, December 18, 2025:  CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY  at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  There won't be a contest or prizes, but you can wear Christmas attire.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos.  This dance will be the last Thursday night dance party of 2025 at Lola Happy Bistro.


Thursday, December 25, 2025: NO DANCE (Christmas Day)
Thursday, January 1, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie Paje


 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) This is where Filipinos go dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dancing, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

 

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday December 4, 2025

Hello Dancers,  
  You are invited to the DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS DANCE PARTY at Lola Happy Bistro this coming Thursday December 4th, especially if you have a birthday in December, at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), with the great DJ Bing Villafuerte.  There'll be lots of dancing, fun, and food and beverages off the menu (don't bring any food or beverages - you are urged to buy a dinner, even if you just take it home).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons. DJ Bing will play for line dancing 6pm-7pm, and mixed ballroom & line dances until 9:30pm.  A cool and dry night is currently forecast. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with a few regular customers.

 (Note:   If the following list of events does 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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

There was NO DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, November 27, 2025 (Thanksgiving Day).  

 

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 

  

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

Thursday, December 4, 2025:  DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all December celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Bing Villafuerte


Thursday, December 11, 2025: NO DANCE


Thursday, December 18, 2025:  CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY  at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  There won't be a contest or prizes, but you can wear Christmas attire.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos.  Last Thursday night dance party of 2025 at Lola Happy Bistro.


Thursday, December 25, 2025: NO DANCE (Christmas Day)
Thursday, January 1, 2026: NO DANCE (New Year's Day)


Thursday, January 8, 2026:  JANUARY BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all January celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Willie

 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) This is where to find a great party place on a Thursday night in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dancing, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/

 

 

NO DANCE PARTY at LOLA HAPPY BISTRO Thursday November 27, 2025

Hello Dancers,  
  Well, there will be NO THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY this coming Thursday November 27th (Thanksgiving), at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ ), also because we  reduced the schedule to have dances only for special events, usually every other week.  So, come to the December Birthdays Party on December 4th, especially if you have a birthday in December. 

  DIRECTIONS:  Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950, is almost a mile east of the 805-Plaza Blvd exit, at the signal-lighted intersection of Plaza Blvd and Manchester Street. We will be in the restaurant with some regular customers.

 (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 place where the image should be, or go to http://bertdonaldson.blogspot.com to see the whole email.   You can see many great photos and videos from previous dances on Nedy's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565637576717 ), on Ric & Connie's Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista ), and on the Thursday Night Dancers Group Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1891499784211962 ). You should join the Thursday Night Dancers Facebook and post your Thursday night photos and videos there.)
 

A COWBOY & WESTERN NIGHT DANCE PARTY was at Lola Happy Bistro on this past Thursday night, November 20, 2025, with DJ Nickie Bascos.  Braving a cool & light rainy night, there were over 60 in attendance, thanks in part to 6 first-timers, and birthday celebrants.  Here are 7 photos from last Thursday's Dance Party, most were copied from Facebooks (see Ric & Connie's Facebook for more complete photos ( https://www.facebook.com/connie.b.bautista )). 

 

  GROUP PHOTO.  Dancers posed for the photo above early in the evening, most in Cowboy & Western attire. 

 

 

  BALLROOM DANCING was abundant. In the photo above, Jannette and Robert danced what appears to be a swing dance, in their Cowboy & Western attire. 

 

 

  LINE DANCING was a favorite.  In the photo above, Roland's Inspiring Dancers, in Cowboy & Western attire, performed "I'VE GOT MEXICO" line dance ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Xc6VpJMRo ).  In the front line more or less, were Eva, Roland and Remy.  Behind them were Merely and Irish (hidden).

 

 

  "THE FRIENDS" PERFORMED.  In the photo above "The Friends", in Cowboy & Western attire, danced a "Boot Scootin' Boogie" ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d05tQrhNMkA ) line dance choreographed by Angie.  In the front line were Connie and Josie.  Behind them were Sheila and Angie and Belen.  And, behind them were Beth and Rei.

 

 

  UPCOMING THURSDAY NIGHTS signs for Thursday nights at Lola Happy Bistro were held by "Ring Girls" Fe, Emma, Angie and Belen, all in cowgirl & western attire, in the photo above.

 

 

  WINNING COUPLES (most of the winners) in Cowboy & Western Night attire posed for the photo above.  They were Mark & Rei, Roland & Irish, Nora & Joe, Aurea & DJ Nickie, Janet & DJ Bing, and John & Fe.  Other winning couples not in this photo were Ver & Ditas, Chris & Remy, Ric & Connie, Willy & Merely, and Joel & Rima.  Along with Edith, Josie and Rei were prize donors and handed out prizes.

 

 

 WINNING SINGLES (most of the winners) in Cowboy & Western Night attire posed for the photo above.  In this photo we see Robert, Lumi, Annie, Estrelle, Grace, Gemma, Emma, Edna, Pat, Marylou, Luz and first-timer Rome.  Jannette, Jhosie, Eva, Belen, first-timer Gody, Beth, Sheila, Angie, Minda, Frank and Alice were also winners but were not in the photo above of winners. 

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS for Thursday night dancing at Lola Happy Bistro, per the above schedule. 



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

Thursday, November 27, 2025: NO DANCE (Thanksgiving Day)


Thursday, December 4, 2025:  DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS NIGHT DANCE PARTY for all December celebrants at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  Cake and ice cream.  Roses for birthday ladies. Balloons.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Bing Villafuerte


Thursday, December 11, 2025: NO DANCE


Thursday, December 18, 2025:  CHRISTMAS DANCE PARTY  at Lola Happy Bistro, 3421 E. Plaza Blvd., National City 91950 ( https://lolahappybistro.com/ and https:// and  https://www.facebook.com/lolahappybistro  (619) 434-7371)).  There won't be a contest or prizes, but you can wear Christmas attire.  6pm - 9:30pm.  DJ Nickie Bascos.  Last Thursday night dance party of 2025 at Lola Happy Bistro.


Thursday, December 25, 2025: NO DANCE (Christmas Day)

 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) This is where to find a great dance on a Thursday night in San Diego -- at Lola Happy Bistro in National City, with ballroom and line dances, Filipino dances, cha cha cha dancing and swing dancing on a Thursday night in San Diego.  While the dancing and music will be non-stop, there are dancers who are happy to give free one-on-one ballroom and line dance 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".

(3)  Some other FilAm dancing choices in San Diego are on https://www.sandiegofilamdancing.com/