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This page is well documented with "ALL" the Special
Events and History of Dance Therapy.
BRIGHT FUTURE
April
16- 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dance
Class for Family Service Association at Botanical Gardens.
April
19- 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Judge
for "Dancing For Passion" at Rivercenter Marriott.
April
20- 1:00 to 1:45 p.m.
Dance
Class for Volunteers and Staff at Rhodes Middle School.
May
4- 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Dance
Class for Principal's Coffee at Rhodes Middle School.
May
4- 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Dance
Performance and Class at Lockspur Elementary Health Fair
THE CENTER FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES
6th Annual Bexar County Consumer and
Family Support Conference
AUGUST 17-19 2006 at the CROWN PLAZA
HOTEL
111 PECAN STREET
The conference is free to consumers
and their families.
Dance Therapy was invited to provide
the entertainment on Friday August 18 at 3:00 p.m.
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YOUTH EXPLOSION 2006
MAVERICK PLAZA @ LA VILLITA
SATURDAY JULY 8, 2006 & SATURDAY JULY 15, 2006
Maria and Jose Velez of Orquesta Tropicante invited Dance Therapy to
perform and teach the youth to dance Salsa and Merengue.
Gracias Maria y Jose!
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FUNDRAISER & DANCE! DANCE! DANCE!
CELEBRATING
FREEDOM FROM DEPRESSION
JULY 3, 2006
RUTA MAYA RIVERWALK
COFFEE HOUSE
107 E. MARTIN
210-223-6292
7:00 p.m. to
11:00 p.m.
MUSIC by: DJ
SKYWALKER
DONATION:
$ 5.00 Per Person
$ 8.00 Per Couple
A COMMUNITY
EVENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Dance Therapy is raising funds for
our counseling center and grant writing.
WE CAN DO IT!
SI PODEMOS!
501
C (3) Non-Profit Organization
www.rutamayariverwalk.com
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MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN
Our very good friend and student Robert Garcia is tighing
the knot this coming Saturday June 24, 2006.
WE WISH YOU THE BEST &
MAY GOD BLESS YOUR UNION
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DISTRICT 6
COUNCILWOMAN DELICIA HERRERA
THIS MONTH OF JUNE 2006, DISTRICT
6- CITY COUNCILWOMAN DELICIA HERRERA WILL BECOME OUR NEXT SUPPORTER.
DANCE THERAPY WILL BE IN THREE OF THE SENIOR
NUTRITTION CENTERS IN HER DISTRICT.
MIL GRACIAS DELICIA!
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COVER TO COVER
Ms. Pam Longoria, Jorge Alonso Perez,
Diane Costly, Margaret Mota, and Sonia Maranon.
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COVER TO COVER
Ms. Pam Longoria a long time friend of
Dance Therapy and hostess of Cover To Cover, Interviewed Jorge Alonso Perez and Diane Costly this past Tuesday March
7, 2006 for her television show.
This interview with a litttle bit of
dancing (Dance Ambassadors: Diane Costly, Margaret Mota, and Sonia Maranon) will air on Cable Channel 21, sometime in
April 2006.
BE ON THE LOOK OUT!
APRIL 2006
MONDAY- 3:30 p.m.
TUESDAY- 9:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m.
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APOYO EN EL WESTSIDE
Ms. Laura Cisneros a sido un gran respaldo y ayuda para nuestra
organizacion Terapia de Baile.
Laura fue instrumental a que nuestra organizacion este en una
gira nacional combatiendo la Artritis y la Depresion.
Atravez de Laura el programa Creaky Joints de Nueva York
se dio cuenta lo que Terapia de Baile a hecho todo este tiempo y sin ningun titubeo, nos invitaron a participar con ellos
y viajar en una gira nacional de cuatro cuidades: Los Angeles, Tampa, San Diego y Miami.
La gira a sido todo un exito y un orgullo para nuestra
cuidad de San Antonio, Texas.
MIL GRACIAS LAURA!!!
JT BRACKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Delivering toys for the greatest kids in the world.
RAUL JIMENEZ THANKSGIVING DINNER
26th YEAR CELEBRATION
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EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA!
READ ALL ABOUT IT!
"DANCE THERAPY"
ON NATIONAL TOUR
Below are the dates and locations of the events where
Dance Therapy will be giving the dance presentation.
San Antonio- Friday October
21, 2005
St. Jude Nutrition Center
Los Angeles- Saturday
October 29, 2005
Mexican American Opportunity Foundation
Tampa- Wednesday- November
2, 2005
Dave Barksdale Senior Center
San Diego-
Sunday November 13-17, 2005
San Diego Convention Center
Miami- Wednesday
November 28- December 2, 2005
Miami Beach Hispanic Community Center
Dance
Therapy class sends their prayers and goodwill to all our brothers and sisters that have suffered through the devastation
of Hurricane Wilma.
Our sponsor TGI Healthworks is a patient and physician
service organization dedicated to providing programs for Arthritis, COPD, Type 2 Diabetes, and Depression in the United States
and Europe.
LA GIRA NACIONAL A SIDO UN ROTUNDO EXITO Y TRIUNFO PARA NUESTRO
PROGRAMA!
DISTRICT 4 CITY COUNCILMAN
RICHARD PEREZ
On October 5, 2005 the City of San Antonio signed a one
year contract with a total buget of $16, 920.00 for "Dance Therapy" to do the dance instructions in six nutrition centers:
Harlandale, South San, Our Lady of Angels, St. Bonaventure, and St. Vincent De Paul.
Mil Gracias Councilman Richar Perez for given us an opportunity
to provide our senior community with a very special program like "Dance Therapy".
GRAND OPENING
Harlandale Civic Center Nutrition Center
On October 14, 2005, District 4- Councilman Perez and
District 3- Councilman Gutierrez were present for the grand opening of Dance Therapy at this site.
Mr. Henry Ross from the City of San Antonio was also present
and danced his heart away!
Univision Channel 41's Monica Navarro filmed this special
event for her news story.
"Dance Therapy" will be a special feature on
Univision's "LO MEJOR DE LO NUESTRO" segment.
IN LOVING MEMORY
August 1, 1953 to October 21, 2005
Mrs. Graciela Garza passed away Friday
October 21, 2005. She was a courageous and inspiring person that will be missed by many.
Graciela (best known as Tia Chela) was a
10 year breast cancer survivor. Tia Chela was a fun loving jokester and humorist. Everywhere She would go, She would
make people laugh, so her funeral was full of fun loving memories mixed with laughter, joy and sadness.
Her husband Vicente and children; Josue, Violeta
and Gabriela would like to thank everyone that helped keep tia Chela's memories alive.
Caribbean Fitness of Austin, Texas is going to participate
on a 5k Run/Walk against Breast Cancer on Sunday November 6, 2005 in her memory.
Thanks to Ms. Monique Pena for her support in representing
Tia Chela in the 5k Run/Walk.
May the Lord Open The Gates to Heaven For Tia Chela.
WE MISS YOU TIA CHELA!!!!
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This past Wednesday September 21, 2005 District
5 City Councilwoman Patti Radle honored us with her presence at the Bazan Branch Library and gave her testimony
during our "Circle of Life".
Patti is a woman filled with the spirit of the Lord and a heart
of gold. Her journey in life has been blessed with a very caring husband and four beautiful children.
Patti has accomplished her Passion in Life: To help the community
and make it a better place to live.
MIL GRACIAS PATTI FOR YOUR PASSION!!!!!
Que Viva El Westside!
LA FERIA DE LA HISPANIDAD
On October 12, 2005, we are going to celebrate the month
of "La Hispanidad" from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a great dance party with entertainment by DJ "JR in the
Mix", also food and drinks will provided by the Bazan Branch Library.
COME AND JOIN US!
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TRIAD/SALT
Fraud Prevention Conference
Friday, August 19, 2005
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This was a cooperative program sponsored by AARP, the International Association of Chiefs of Police and
the National Sheriff Association. The City of San Antonio Nutrtion Centers and Senior Centers attended this much needed
conference.
This included Speakers, Information Booths and Dancing!
Dance Therapy was invited to MC the dancing.
CONGRATULATIONS
On Friday June 24, 2005 "Dance Therapy" signed a
professional contract with the City of San Antonio Community Innititives for $4000.00 to teach dance lessons at
five Nutrition Centers: South San, Our Lady of Angels, St. Bonaventure, St. Vincent De Paul and Virginia Gill Community Center.
The starting and end date will be July 5, 2005 to
september 30, 2005.
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On Tuesday May 24, 2005 "Dance Therapy" and the
City of San Antonio Community Inititives discussed the possibility of starting a pilot program this summer 2005 for the nutrition
centers. We would provide dance classes for seniors and disabled persons.
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SENIOR MARDI GRAS
On Friday May 20, 2005 "Dance Therapy" was invited to give a
class at Comanche Park #2 for the Annual Senior Mardi Gras Parade.
Over seventy nutriton centers were present and as many as fifteen
hundred seniors participated in this wonderful event.
Kings and Queens representing their nutriton center were present
all over the place. "Dance Therapy" was a great success with many seniors dancing Merengue as they shook their hips with energy
and enthusiasm.
BRAVO!
DANCE THERAPY BOARD MEETING
The Board of Directors would like to invite you to our next quarterly Board Meeting
meeting on Tuesday June 7, 2005 at 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The address is 301 S. Frio Street (Conference room).
Opening of Meeting- Prayer: The Reverand Michael Sutton, Pastor
Mayfield Park Baptist Church
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RODRIGUEZ IMMIGRATION & NATURALIZATION
The Board of Directors of "Dance Therapy" would
like to thank Ms. Irene Rodriguez and Mr. Gene Treen and the Rodriguez Immigration & Naturalization Offices for their
donation and great support in making our program a great success in our community.
We would like to thank Rocio Chavez and everyone
that helped in the raffle and made this event a memorable one.
WINNERS
GRAND PRIZE: COMPAQ DESKTOP PC-
David Hernandez #0244
SECOND PRIZE: 25" COLOR TV- V P
Perez #0265
THIRD PRIZE: DIGITAL CAMERA- Mike & Patsy Sutton #0483
FOURTH PRIZE: DVD HOME THEATER- David
Delgado #0476
FIFTH PRIZE: CELL PHONE- Sarah
Marshall #0278
SIXTH PRIZE: 6 CD CHANGER- Val Martinez
#0345
SEVENTH PRIZE: KARAOKE - John
Marshall #0277
EIGHTH PRIZE: ROASTER- Patsy Menard #0492
NINTH PRIZE: CORDLESS PHONE- Hector
Navarrete #0006
TENTH PRIZE: LOTTO TICKETS- Terri
Galindo #0354
MIL GRACIAS POR SU AYUDA!
MANY THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!
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"DANCE THERAPY"
SECOND ANNIVERSARY DANCE
"SHALL We DANCE?"
This event took place on Wednesday March 30, 2005 at Azuca Restaurant. 132 people joined us
to celebrate our second year of existance. Great Music and Great Dancing.
LIVE MUSIC BY: ORQUESTA TROPICANTE
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CITY OF SAN ANTONIO DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
ELDERLY & DISABLED SERVICES DIVISION COMPREHENSIVE NUTRITION PROJECT
(A collaborator of "Dance Therapy")
PRESENTED
JAMAICA 2005
Senior Nutrition Centers Fundraiser
Friday April 8, 2005
ROSEDALE PARK
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
THIS WAS A GREAT TIME TO SUPPORT THE SENIOR NUTRITTION CENTERS. FOOD
BOOTHS AND GIFTS FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WERE AVAILABLE AT GREAT PRICES!
"DANCE THERAPY" PERFORMED FROM 10:30 TO
12:00 P.M.
IF YOU WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN A NUTRITION CENTER AS A VOLUNTEER PLEASE
CALL 210-207-7172
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WAL-MART
I-10 & Vance Jackson
Mr. Humby Gonzales, Store Manager and Mr. Robert Romo, Community Coordinator have been very
supportive and helpful in making our program a great success in our San Antonio community. The WAL-MART family will
join our "Dance Therapy" family in collaborating in different projects in the community.
WAL-MART (I-10 & Vance Jackson) and "Dance Therapy" would like to invite you and your family
to come on Saturday March 5, 2005 at 12:00 noon and dance.
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COUNTY COMMISSIONER- CHICO RODRIGUEZ
On Friday February 18, 2005 County Commissioner Chico Rodriguez
had a get together at Mi Tierra's Mariachi Bar. Many friends and co-workers attended this great function.
CONGRATULATION CHICO!
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PAST EVENTS
APRIL
2005
April 1, 2005- Noche de Poesia Y Pensamiento
Raza Poetry and Open Mic Night at Abuela's
Cafe 1828 Martin St. Doors Open at 7:00 p.m.
April 6, 2005- MEDICARE SEMINAR at Bazan Branch
Library 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
ALL SENIOR CITIZENS ARE WELCOMED
April 8, 2005- "JAMAICA 2005" SENIOR NUTRITION
CENTERS FUNDRAISER at ROSEDALE PARK 9:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
April 13, 2005- "Dance Therapy" and J.T. Brackenridge Elementary students will be performing
at the Guadalupe Theatre.
April 13, 2005- MEDICARE SEMINAR at Bazan Branch
Library 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
ALL SENIOR CITIZENS ARE WELCOMED
MARCH 2005
March 28, 2005- "Dance Therapy" will be at
Guadalupe Church Senior Nutrition Center.
March 26, 2005- Cesar E. Chavez March at Guadalupe Plaza
March 22, 2005- Cesar E. Chavez Dance at La Villita
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BIG ROG PHOTOGRAPHY
Mr. Roger Lopez became "Dance Therapy's " collaborator this
past Thursday as he filmed our class at the Central Library. He has many years of experience in the photography
industry. Please check out his website: bigrogphotography.com or call him at 210-275-3855.
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ATTORNEY FRANK HERRERA
On Thursday February 17, 2005, Attorney Frank Herrera will be
stopping by "Dance Therapy" as a guest and will be sharing his life's testimony. Make plans to attend and learn how this
prominent figure made it to the heights of success.
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SAISD PARENT SUMMIT 2005
"Dance Therapy" was invited for the second year to participate
in SAISD's Parent Summit 2005 at the Hilton Airport this Friday morning February 4, 2005 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Several Dance Ambassadors will be present to assist in
the class for about 50 parents.
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"DANCE THERAPY" BOARD MEETING
"Dance Therapy" will conduct its first board meeting this Friday
February 4, 2005 at 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at UTSA's BTC 301 S. Frio Conference
room.
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DANCE AMBASSADOR WORKSHOP
For the next ten weeks, the Bazan Branch Library will
be hosting the first Dance Ambassador Workshop every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The workshop will consist on "How to become a
Dance Ambassador" by increasing knowledge of latin dancing, community outreach, referral and advocacy, building "PASSION"
of life, benefits of Ambassadorship, public speaking and How to conduct "Dance Therapy" classes in the community.
On the week of 01.19.05, we had a special visit by
none other than San Antonio City Councilwoman, Ms. Patti Raddle.
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FELIZ ANO NUEVO 2005!
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2005!
My family and I would like to wish you and your family a "Happy
New Year 2005" full of Happiness and Prosperity with lots of Blessings from the Lord. Let this New Year be a year
of Love, Hope and Faith. I Believe God has a great plan for every single one of us, but "WE" need to let God work in
our lives. Let us "Spark the Fire Within" and let your "Passion" in your life come alive this wonderful year.
Be Passionate, Be Blod, Be Courageous, Be yourself!
GOD BLESS YOU!
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LAW OFFICES OF OLGA BROWN, P.C.
The Law Offices of Olga Brown, P.C. collaborated with
"Dance Therapy" by providing their expertice in the law of By-Laws for non-profit organizations on a pro-bono basis. Their
assistance was a memorable one, because we were able to become a 501(c) 3 non- profit organization. Mil Gracias Olga
Brown y Rocio E. Mendoza por su gran ayuda a nuestra gente hispana en el Westside de San Antonio. Feliz Ano Nuevo
2005!
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*"DANCE THERAPY" CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION*
This Christmas was a very busy time for everyone at "Dance Therapy". The
students and staff began this jolly season with a Toy Donation for disadvantaged children. We were able to received more than
one hundred toys in the last month and a half. "Dance Therapy" adopted Mrs. Wilson's third grade class from J.T.
Brackenridge Elementary School. Other children and families in the community also received toys with a lot of joy in their
hearts. "Dance Therapy" Board of Directors would like to thank everyone that donated toys and gifts certificates
for our future generation. Mil Gracias le damos a todos por su donacion de juguetes y por habrir sus corazones a nuestra
comunidad de San Antonio.
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DEBORAH DUKE HAWKINS, M.A. Intern, COUNSELING
On December 17, 2004, "Dance therapy" and The Deborah D. Hawkins
Counseling became collaborators in this journey of battling depression in our neighborhoods. "Dance Therapy" will be
referring individuals and families that need counseling for depression to D.D.H. Counseling. This service will be free
of charge for our students and their families. Anyone needing of this service please contact Jorge Alonso Perez.
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*UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS IN SAN ANTONIO*
UTSA's staff headed by Guillermo Barreto-Vega met
with "Dance Therapy" Board members. Mr. Barreto-Vega was gracious enough to meet with us and explore the possibility in
helping us find a way for "Dance Therapy" to get funds through a grant. We also would like to thank Dr. Romo and Dr. Valdez
for their time and effort in helping make our program successful in our Westside community .
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*DEFENSE LEAGUE INSTITUTE*
This past Saturday December 11, 2004 "Dance Therapy" was invited to the Defense
League Institute Christmas Party at Lackland Air Force Base.
"Dance Therapy" welcomes students from different parts of the world to our class
at the Bazan Branch Library.
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Annual Senior Citizen Luncheon & Dance*
Ms. Connie Rodriguez- District 3, Senior Citizen Representative invited
"Dance Therapy" to have lunch and dance with them this past Friday December 3, 2004 at St. Margaret Mary Church. Thank you Councilman
Ron Segovia and Ms. Connie (also a Dance Therapy student) for your wonderful invitation.
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RUMBO DE SAN ANTONIO
*DANCING IS THE BEST MEDICINE*
Ms. Raquel Ruiz, a reporter for the spanish newspaper
RUMBO did a terrific story on "Dance Therapy". We would like to acknowledge her professionalism and willingness to write a "Real
Story" from the heart about our Westside Barrio and the great effort we are making in battling depression through our dancing
and culture. Mil Gracias Raquel!
| RUMBO DE SAN ANTONIO |
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*RAUL JIMENEZ THANKSGIVING DINNER*
"Dance Therapy" attended THE RAUL JIMENEZ THANKSGIVING
DINNER, this event attracs over 25000 citizens every year and many volunteers from our san Antonio community are eager to
help in making this glorious dinner an unforgettable time.
Ms. Patricia Jimenez, daughter of the late Raul
Jimenez was the main organizer and the patriarc of carrying the legacy of Mr. Raul Jimenez.
25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
*THANKSGIVING
AT BAZAN*
On November 23, 2004 "Dance Therapy" celebrated
its second Thanksgiving Dinner at the Bazan Branch Library. Staff and students joined in with a pot-luck dinner and many
treats for the children. We were very fortunate this year to been able to register and serve over 700 students through our
dance program. "Dance Therapy" wishes for everyone to have a Happy Thanksgiving 2004. Mr. Rudy Ximenez donated food
and fruits for the families of our program. Mil Gracias and Many Blessings!
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SAN FERNANDO CATHEDRAL*
On Saturday November 13, 2004 The San Fernando Cathedral's
Guadalupanas Society invited "Dance Therapy" to come and participate in their monthly group meeting and teach and educate
them about Merengue dancing. We had Thirty Two Guadalupanas and community members attend the class. After the class, Father
Jake blessed the food and joined us for lunch. "Dance Therapy" would like to thank Ms. Graciela Sanchez, President of
the Guadalupans Society for her invitation to their beautiful Cathedral.
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Tonight, November 10, 2004 at "Dance Therapy" Cha-Cha-Cha
Class was an evening full of surprises, starting with the first arrival of Julian Castro, City Council District 7, followed
by his twin brother Joaquin Castro, State Representative District 125.
Julian and Joaquin are two dynamic young men raised
in the Westside of San Antonio that attended Carbajal Elementary and Rhodes Middle School. The Westside feels very proud of
them and this goes to show everyone that we have a high caliber of families living in our Westside neighborhoods.
Jorge Alonso Perez, Chairman/CEO of "Dance Therapy"
also raised in the Westside welcomed the "Dynamic Duo" to our humble Bazan Branch Library dance class with opened arms and
ready to dance Cha-Cha-Cha.
Ladies, please check out the next pictures where
Julian swing his hips and moves with "Ritmo Y Sabor".
"Lo Mejor De Lo Nuestro"
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HONOREE VALENTIN MARTINEZ
WEST SAN ANTONIO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND BEXAR MET WATER DISTRICT
PRESENTS
VETERANS IN BUSINESS TODAY
NOVEMBER 9, 2004
Master of ceremonies Judge Oscar J. Kazen welcomed the Veterans in Business
Today Luncheon at the Radisson Hotel Market Square. "Dance Therapy" Dance Your Depression Away! Inc. class was present being
that one of our Board of Directors; Valentin Martinez- Sgt. at Arms was recognized with several awards by the business communtiy
and the Sheriff Department.
The 2004 Honorees were: Henry Romo, Frank Wing, Benito Guerrero,
Joe Diaz, Rudy Di Lizio, Robert Rasmussen, Carlos Uresti, John Longoria, Bob Logere, Tyrone Johnson, Jesse Oviedo, Larry Stallings,
Roy Guerra, Ed Figueroa and our own Captain Val Martinez. Judge Kazen did an extraordinary job introducing the honorees. Kudos
to All.
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"DANCE THERAPY" BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
OCTOBER 28, 2004- The Board of Directors for "Dance Therapy" conducted their first
meeting since becoming a Non-profit 501 (c) 3 Tax Exempt Corporation at the Bazan Branch Library. The agenda was brief but
with a lot of impact. Board members are excited about the future of "Dance Therapy" and the many collaborators that are
assiting our great cause to battle depression through dancing, mental health; referral for counseling, spirituality and healing. We
also welcomed our new collaborator/partner: Mr. Joe Riojas, President of LULAC's Council for the Disabled. We welcomed him
with open arms.
OCTOBER 21-27, 2004- SAN ANTONIO CURRENT published BAILA! a story about
Latin Dance Revival in classrooms and on dance floors throughout the city. Everyone at the Bazan Branch Library was and is
still very excited about this story. "Dance Therapy" would like to thank Alejandro Perez for writing such a positive and touching
story. Mil Gracias from the students and staff of "Dance Therapy".
OCTOBER 29, 2004- Dr. Christopher Williams,
DDS of C. Williams, DDS & M. Cole, DDS Family Dentistry performed an Excellent Make-over on Jorge Alonso Perez, CEO
of "Dance Therapy". Jorge will be able to smile in front of the cameras without a broken tooth that Dr. Williams performed
his expertise and goodwill.
Dr. Williams is a caring christian man that is starting
his practice and wants to help people with medicaid, insurance and or low income. You can call (210) 434-8404 or
you can stop by and visit him at 2278 Bandera Rd. S.A. Tx. 78228.
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. WILLIAMS.
On October 23, 2004 Wal-Mart (IH10 & Vance Jackson) organized a Veteran's Parade and
Community Festival.
Mr. Robert Romo- Wal-Mart's Community Coordinator and "Dance Therapy" new Board Member
was the organizer for this event in company with Ms. Delia Guajardo- President of the Veteran's Association. In the midst
of a thunderstorm and rain the Veteran's Parade was a success. "Dance Therapy" came to dance and we did, Our dancers were great!
Entire families and community organizations participated in this unforgettable event.
Soon, "Dance Therapy" will be having a Dance Under the Stars at this Wal-Mart location.
Do you want to participate/dance? Stay tuned for more information later on this month.
GREAT PAST
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March 21, 2003 - "Dance Therapy" Dance
Your Depression Away! Inc. (a.k.a. Baila Caliente) was born.
December 20, 2003 - Our first Christmas Fundraiser. We were able to raise money to buy christmas
gifts for children in the westside of San Antonio.
February 8, 2004 - The first taping of "Cover to Cover" Channel 21 TV Show.
February 18, 2004 - The Express News ran a story on "Dance Therapy" on their
Neighborhood Section. Our student participation double.
February 25, 2004 - Ms.Sandra Pinto interviewed our staff and students for the
Channel 60 Nightly News.
March 4 & 25, 2004 - Participated on UTSA's Women's History Month. Between 30 -
35 UTSA students and community members came to our class.
March 20, 2004 - Our first "SPRING DANCE CELEBRATION", celebrating our first year of existence.
March 27, 2004 - UTSA's Economic Development Center began helping us put a business plan together
to improve our program. We started incorporating and writing our By-Laws to become a 501(C) 3 Non-Profit Corporation.
Attorney Olga Brown and Rocio Elizabeth Mendoza provided their expertice and helped put the By-Laws together.
April 2, 2004 - SAISD's Parent Summit. We participated in their program and introduced "Dance
Therapy" to about 150 - 200 parents in our community.
June, July & August 2004 - "Dance Therapy for the Golden Years" was done at the Central
Main Library every Monday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
July 31, 2004 - Susie Ramos Fundraiser. The Class raised over $3,000.00 for Susie and her
family. Susie is Jorge's assistant every Wednesday. Susie has Multiple Sclerosis and needs our help and prayers.
September 28-30, 2004- MaryAnn Hernandez-
Dance Therapy Board Member attended Advocacy Day Lupus Foundation in Washington, D.C.- Educating Latinas in the
community. The month of October is Lupus Awareness Month.
September 29, 2004- Time Werner Studio, interviewed
by Ms. Guajardo at Channel 20.
October 5, 2004- "Dance Therapy" became
a 501 (c) 3 Non-Profit tax exempt Corporation through the Internal Revenue Service. Hurray!!! This is the milestone that will
put us on the map.
October 7 & 14- Dance Therapy Class
will be at Westfalls Branch Library (IH 10 & Vance Jackson) for their Hispanic History month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
We would like to invite you and participate and dance your depression away!
October 12, 2004- Wal-Mart (IH10&Vance
Jackson) became our newest community
sponsor/contributor and has invited our organization to
participate on different events being organized by them.
October 15, 2004- We recommend for you to go
and see the movie "Shall We Dance?" with Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez- Excellent inspirational dance movie. Watch
it carefully and learn the basics!
October 18, 2004- Flora Guzman will receive
her Free Mini-Makeover by Licensed Hairstylist Ms. Irene Mendiola (The "DIVA"). Ms. Mendiola is graciously donating her time
and expertice. Many Thanks to the "DIVA" for sharing her gift with us.
October 18, 19 and 20, 2004- Lupus Fondation
of America will be in San Antonio at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
October 23, 2004- Wal-Mart (iH10&Vance
Jackson) will be having a Veteran's Parade at their site. "Dance Therapy" will perform and teach at 12-1 p.m. Please come
and join us!
LUPUS FOUNDATION SYMPOSIUM
THE ASSOCIATION OF RHUEMATOLOGIST WAS HELD AT THE
MARRIOTT RIVERCENTER ON OCTOBER 18-20, 2004. "DANCE THERAPY" WAS INVITED BY MARYANN HERNANDEZ- LUPUS AVOCATE AND "DANCE
THERAPY" BOARD MEMBER. IT WAS A DELIGHT MEETING SYBIL KING-SHAFER, SANDRA RAYMOND, CEO OF THE LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
AND SAMETA "SAM" KEMP, VICE- PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING. "DANCE THERAPY" WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME THE LFA, SOUTH
CENTRAL TEXAS CHAPTER, INC. TO OUR DANCE CLASS.
"LUPUS AWARENESS IN OCTOBER"
Did you know that October is not just "Breast
Cancer/Cancer Awareness Month", but that it is also "Lupus Awareness Month?"
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Did you know what "LUPUS" was until you or someone
in your family or that you met had it?
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How many people do you know that even know what "LUPUS"
is, much less heard its name?
Do you know that some people confuse Lupus with
AIDS/HIV or Cancer when the words "autoimmune" or "chemotherapy"?
Never would I lessen the impact that Cancer has
affected many families all over the world, but it took the dedicated families, friends, victims and supporters to get "Cancer"
known and not just called, "The Big C". Now it has come time to do the same for Lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that
affects many more people than we would imagine and we all have very different affects of Lupus. Lupus is a worthy adversary
in its own right.
October is not known to many people as as "Lupus
Awareness Month". It is up to those who endure Lupus, their families, and supporters to stand up, be proud, educate, and Thank
God that once a year we have a whole month to celebrate our lives and to realize the strength we thouht we would never have
had.
Lupus patients are strong, but we are susceptible
to things that affect our everyday life. Besides the fact, Lupus is one of those diseases that does not deform us so much
to seem "abnormal" to the other people, which is another challange we have because we always "LOOK FINE". Many people
are not aware what Lupus is, nor how many types there are, nor that we are all not the same. WE SHOULD UNITE, BE PROUD,
STAND UP (if you can), and EDUCATE those around us. So please pass it on that October is Lupus awareness month. Even
though we deal with it everyday of our lives, we have one month to use it to our benefit.
By: SYBIL KING-SHAFER
"Dance Therapy" Would like to invite the families,
friends and supporters of anyone who has been diagnosed with Lupus to come to our dance class. People with Lupus battle
depression on a daily basis, You need to know that You are not alone. "Dance Therapy" is here to help
you and give you moral support. We are working on a project to include a Lupus support group through our program at the
Bazan Branch Library. If you need more information about this please come to our dance class on wednesdays 5:30 p.m. -7:00
p.m. and speak to MaryAnn Hernandez- Lupus Advocate.
MANY MORE EVENTS ARE PROGRAMMED FOR 2005
JOIN US AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
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