* July 18th, 2008:
Taxim-- The Student/Teacher Showcase
Hosted by Berna of Khafif!
Maria's level 2 students will perform as well as local student performance!
Location: Your Inner Vagabond, Lawrenceville
Date: Friday July 18th, 2008
Time: 7-10 pm (Doors 6:30)
There will be a nominal door charge only to cover costs for friends, family and other guests. A portion of the proceeds from the door fee will be donated to charity!
Swap Meet....please bring any items for sale/trade!!
There will be an open dance at intermission/close of the show just to get people up and dancing!

* July 19th, 2008:
Pittsburgh, Pa
Olivia Shimmy Series!Combinations!
Breathe Yoga Studio, South Side
click on above link to register and more info....

* July 25 - August 10, 2008:
Slippery Rock, Pa
Pennsic Wars!!
A WHOPPING good time! Free workshops and shows the second week, including some by Zafira!
Class:
"Bellydance Drillz" has been scheduled for Mon 8/4 from noon to 1pm in the Middle-EasternTent.
Taught by OOla and assisted by members of Zafira
"This class is high energy and inspiring. Learn to drill from the basics to "think quick" combos and layering. It will kick your butt and drill bellydance moves to promote muscle memory and precision. It is designed for any level, although some experience always helps!"

Performance:
Mon 8/4
Cure Salee - In North Africa, the Cure Sallee is when nomads come together during the summer months for the "salt cure" or gathering of salt from briny ponds. It is a time for disparate tribes to come together from around the Known World to share their traditions of music and dance. Join us for a Middle Eastern music and dance show of friends, music, and excitement. Performances by many, we will be a part of the show as well.... 8-10PM in the Performing Arts Pavilion
Heres the link to the Performingarts schedule

Tues 8/5
Middle Eastern Dance Exhibition - An exciting exhibit of new talent and new performances of Middle Eastern dance.
1-4PM in the Performing Arts Pavilion
Heres the link to the Performingarts schedule

* August 15-17, 2008:
Athens, Ga
Southern Fusion Fest!
A Fabulous event, just look at the line up! Tamalyn Dallal, Gypsy Caravan, Tamra-henna, Moria Chappell, Mardi Love, Zafira Dance Co., Gina , Amani Jabril Aziza Nawal, Fatina, Sha'ni, Liora
Hosted by Fatina

* September 19-21, 2008:
Asheville, NC
TRIBORIGINAL!
YET another FANTASTIC Triboriginal! If you haven't been to 'em, GO!!!!!
Hosted by Baraka Mundi!

* Oct 25th, 2008:
Pittsburgh, Pa
JUST KEEP THAT WEEKEND IN PITTSBURGH OPEN, All We have to say for now....
More info coming this spring! BELIEVE US>>> KEEP IT OPEN!

****Also gigs in the werks....

We would like to teach in your town! Workshop!