BEVERLY, Mass. - s4story -- This summer, the City of Beverly will be hosting two separate "Summer Salsa By The Sea" events in Lynch Park, on Wednesday, July 13, and Wednesday, Aug 24, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. These two free outdoor events are where participants can learn the basics of salsa, or practice their moves.

The evening starts with an hour of instruction given by Yaya Rodriguez, founder of the Cultura Latina Dance Academy in Lynn. Then on to social dancing to Latin tunes provided by DJ Franklin Condori. Participants are encouraged to come on their own or with a partner. No experience necessary.

"Social dancing is everywhere in Latin American countries -- it's such a wonderful part of the culture where music and dancing just happens no matter where you are," says Katherine Shao, organizer of the event. Shao, who is a musician, had the idea to create a similar type of vibe on the North Shore, and applied for support from the Beverly Cultural Council to make it possible. "In the Boston area one can find a variety of wonderful dance socials for salsa, bachata, tango and other Latin specialties. We just thought it would be wonderful to have something like that, but right on the ocean -- imagine!"

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Participants are encouraged to bring their own water, non-alcoholic drinks, or picnic dinner. Dancing will take place both in the concert shell and on the lawn.

Basic listings info:
"Summer Salsa By The Sea" held outdoors* on Wednesday, July 13, & Wednesday, Aug 24, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. With dance instruction given by Yaya Rodriguez and music provided by DJ Franklin Condori. Free and open to all; no experience or dance partner required to participate. For further information, visit http://www.bevrec.com/classesevents and http://www.facebook.com/summersalsabeverly/. Lynch Park, 55 Ober St., Beverly, MA 01915. [*In case of rain, event will move to the park's Carriage House.] Contact information: jpaddol@beverlyma.gov, 978-921-6067.

"Summer Salsa By The Sea" was FKA "Summer Salsa in the Park". This program is supported in part by a grant from the Beverly Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.