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New Zealand: Cambridge – Maori Neighborhood Gathering

Just like all over the world, people of similar backgrounds form social circles to keep their heritage intact. In Cambridge, NZ, we were invited to this Maori gathering to make our own poi balls. The balls are attached to long strings and swung rhythmically, one in each hand. Today, the women dancers perform the Maori poi. Men used it for strength and coordination and they were also used as a weapon during a battle. It is really hard to spin those balls.

France, Paris: Liberty Leading the People in the Louvre

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Though foreigners flock to see the Mona Lisa, to the French, the most important painting in the Louvre – the unofficial national painting of France is this one, Liberty Leading the People by Delacroix. The bare-breasted female figure, who is called Marianne became a symbol of Liberty for the French Republic. Though Delacroix painted the July Revolution of 1830, the broken bodies beneath the flag depict the 40 years of civil war, political and social upheavals necessary to conquer the monarchy in order to win a representative government. The huge 8′ by 10′ scale adds to the dramatic patriotism.

US: Alexandria, VA – DC’s Area Big Fall Latin Dance Party

Experience four days and nights of Latin dance lessons, meeting new people, enjoying dance performances and social dancing with world renown instructors at DC’s 3rd Annual Fall Salsa and Bachata Dance Festival.

Four Days of Non-Stop Dancing with 5 Nights of Theme Parties, Over 50 Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and Zouk Workshops, amazing talent from around the world and dance performances and social dancing with world renown instructors.

Experience this Latin Dance Fest and hangout with new people, learn to dance and even ask one of the artists to dance with you.

Event Schedule:                                                

Workshops:
Thursday – 8pm until 10pm
Friday – 2pm until 9pm
Saturday – 10am – 9pm
Sunday – 11am – 9pm

Performances:
Friday – Sunday – Starting at 9pm

Social Dancing:
Thursday -starting at 10pm
Friday – 10:30pm – 6am
Saturday – 10:30pm – 6am
Sunday – 10:30pm – 6am

Location: Westin Alexandria Hotel, 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314
Dates: Sept 27 – 30, 2018
Time: Various- See Schedule Above
Tel: 703-409-0443
dcsalsabachatafest.com
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: visitalexandriava.com

US: Fredericksburg, VA – Tiny Houses – Dream Big about Tiny Living Expo

Tiny houses have become a huge thing, checkout the Mid-Atlantic Tiny House Expo and see why. It’s all about simpler living in a smaller, more efficient space.Woolywagons-Mid-Atlantic-Tiny-House-Expo-e1517886648842

Tiny house living is a social movement in which people decide to downsize the space they live in. It’s all about simpler living in a smaller, more efficient space. A typical tiny house is about 100 – 400 square feet, and come in all shapes and constructions. Building a tiny house costs significantly less than purchasing a traditional house, and are generally eco-friendly; reducing your impact on the environment and lowering energy costs.

cropped-tiny-house-exhibits_home_thow-interiorWhether your curious or serious, attendees will be able to see the latest trends in tiny living.  Two action packed days, learning from builders, project experts and lifestyle authors at the educational conferences or panel discussions and meet other tiny house enthusiasts. See the latest in finished THOWS and shells, trailer frames, building materials, plans, products, furnishings and  appliances, and anything else you could possibly need or want to know about tiny houses. Parking FREE.Unforgettable-3
To buy tickets: tinyhouseexpos.com/tickets/#va-show-ticket-sales

If you can’t make this exhibition, there will be another one at: Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship, MD on October 6-7, 2018

Location: Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401Beautiful-Interiors
Date: May 12 – 13, 2018
Time: 10am – 5pm
Tel: 301-775-1363
tinyhouseexpos.com
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