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    <title>Queen Contestants...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/647116fd-161e-4dde-b9da-1a503c470a3b</id>
    <updated>2008-05-07T19:18:58Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-12T19:17:50Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Guess what I just got...videoooo! Keep an eye out for a group email, it will have all the ordering details...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:creator>shabnamorama</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2007-11-12T19:17:50Z</dc:date>
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    <title>23rd Annual Empowering Women of Color Conference "decolonizing creativity: FIERY WOMYN, FIERCE EXPRESSIONS"</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/2946d677-3a96-4c1f-b916-4ad5e8f81ed5</id>
    <updated>2008-02-10T22:35:45Z</updated>
    <published>2008-02-10T22:35:45Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Essentially, this is what I was hired to do at the Graduate Assembly. It's already less than a month away and it's so cool to see it take shape.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The website is: ewocc.berkeley.edu. If you're around Berkeley on March 8th, I highly encourage you to come and check it out! It's going to be amazing!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This year's theme, "decolonizing creativity: FIERY WOMYN, FIERCE EXPRESSIONS," explores the theme of creativity by focusing on art as an expression of a woman's life and identity. We hope to inspire and highlight the work of women of color who share their personal, political and professional voices through the arts. These women continuously put their effort towards building a world in which their work is foregrounded and esteemed.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The main conference event will take place on Saturday March 8th, beginning at 9:30 AM and running through 5:30 PM, and will include a panel of acclaimed Bay Area activists and leaders in community art and women's issues, vendors, cultural performances, workshops on a variety of creativity and art-related topics. The keynote speaker will be Climbing PoeTree, the tag-team, two-spirited, boundary-breaking artistic duo, Alixa and Naima. Delivering explosive lyrics that leave listeners outraged and inspired, Climbing PoeTree tracks footprints across the country and globe on a mission to overcome destruction with creativity.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Our vision of creativity and art means movement toward: an understanding of art that redefines the connection for women of color among mind, body, and spirit; artistic expressions as cultural resistance to oppression; a unity among women of color that allows for identity difference; exposing and exploring the ways in which institutions shape our access to art; listening to and advocating for the artistic needs of queer, intersex and transgender people; research and scholarship on artistic issues that are particularly significant for women of color; individual and community models of using artistic forms to heal from systemic violence and trauma; understanding the intersections among issues of art, poverty, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia, militarism and imperialism; advocating for balance within personal and professional artistic boundaries; exploring the ways in which artistically minded amateur artists can transition into the professional world of art; and embracing women of color's familial roles and supporting the mother, wife, girlfriend, partner, daughter, niece, grandmother, and friend that is found in all of us.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-02-10T22:35:45Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Shabnam's Classes</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Lee</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/1e187c5a-9e2e-4ccf-a259-51deb8056f47</id>
    <updated>2008-01-02T18:45:24Z</updated>
    <published>2008-01-02T18:45:24Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I just got this email and want to pass this along. She is a wonderful teacher and an inspiration.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;For those of you that inquired about classes, the next session begins Monday January 7, 2008.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Basics
&lt;br/&gt;Wednesdays 6:30pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Graceful Hands, Veil &amp;amp; Chest Isolations
&lt;br/&gt;Mondays 6pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Hip Locks and Booty Intensive
&lt;br/&gt;Mondays 7:15pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Zills and Conditioning
&lt;br/&gt;Wednesdays 7:50pm $50 for 5 weeks (for current students only)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Workshops meet once a week for 5 consecutive weeks. Small class size format for personalized instruction. All classes have been sold out for over a year. Pre Registration required.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;For full schedule, class descriptions, online registration and information:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.oaklandbellydance.com
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Class Fees for 2008:
&lt;br/&gt;1 class $95
&lt;br/&gt;2 classes $180
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2008-01-02T18:45:24Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Congrats to my students</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/1e8c87e8-231b-4a99-921b-8e83b9454a51</id>
    <updated>2007-11-15T06:11:04Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-12T19:19:31Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;All of them placed 2nd in their categories at North Valley:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Novice
&lt;br/&gt;Intermediate
&lt;br/&gt;Professional
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;xoxo shake it!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-11-12T19:19:31Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Queen Website Updated!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/9f198820-2919-4a7f-b7d7-f534d9bb3d5d</id>
    <updated>2007-11-13T00:53:04Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-09T16:53:38Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;It's about time moluv ;^V
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-11-09T16:53:38Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>December Workshops</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/3c7454c9-de8b-4a55-932f-84d21c963d6f</id>
    <updated>2007-11-09T17:00:19Z</updated>
    <published>2007-11-09T17:00:19Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;BASICS
&lt;br/&gt;Wed, December 5, 6:30-8:30pm $40
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;ISOLATION INTENSIVE - ABS
&lt;br/&gt;Mon, December 3, 6:30 -8:30pm $40
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;UNDULATION INTENSIVE 
&lt;br/&gt;Mon, December 10, 6:30-8:30pm $40
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;ZILLS &amp;amp; CONDITIONING
&lt;br/&gt;Wed, December 12, 6:30-8:30pm $38 or $28 if registered in 1 workshop
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;All are at 388 9th St Oakland
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.oaklandbellydance.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-11-09T17:00:19Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Thank you!</title>
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      <name>Lil April</name>
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    <updated>2007-10-31T17:20:13Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-30T04:30:44Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;For that spectacular Blood Moon Performance!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-30T04:30:44Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Floorwork Starts Tonight, Ballet on Wed</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-10-25T03:33:08Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-22T20:45:48Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Floorwork workshop starts tonight 7:15pm, and Ballet for Bellydancers on Wed 7:50pm.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Full class schedule/info:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.oaklandbellydance.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-22T20:45:48Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Videos from QOTB?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>cera</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/7b3b2e7d-0ea4-40fb-aa7c-505fd0b2467e</id>
    <updated>2007-10-24T20:18:04Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-22T20:11:14Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;coming soon!?!
&lt;br/&gt;cant wait cant wait!!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:creator>cera</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2007-10-22T20:11:14Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Class Schedule fer October</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-10-03T19:26:29Z</updated>
    <published>2007-10-03T19:26:29Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The next workshop session begins October 17, 2007 this is last full session of classes for 2007!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ballet for Bellydancer Workshop is Wednesday October 24th 7:50pm
&lt;br/&gt;$15 current students $17 non students
&lt;br/&gt;Class taught by master Ballet Teacher Susan. Her last workshop was awesome and a real butt kicker!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;BASICS
&lt;br/&gt;Wednesadays 6:30pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;HIPS&amp;amp; HANDS
&lt;br/&gt;Mondays 6pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;LEGS, LEVELS, FLOORWORK
&lt;br/&gt;Mondays 7:15pm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;ZILLS &amp;amp; CONDITIONING
&lt;br/&gt;Wednesdays 7:50pm
&lt;br/&gt;$53 for current students only
&lt;br/&gt;5 week class
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Full descriptions/schedule:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.shabnampena.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-10-03T19:26:29Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>new videoclip</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-10-03T19:18:27Z</updated>
    <published>2007-09-19T18:59:36Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;troupe:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6N8rqcqqh-0&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-09-19T18:59:36Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Conditiong class tonight and Monday classes!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-09-19T23:40:49Z</updated>
    <published>2007-09-12T20:22:10Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Conditioning class starts tonight - woo -hoo. Last Weeks Ballet was a butt kicker and really, really great. Susan was such an awesome teacher, that I will have her teach a ballet workshop every month. Foot positions, legs,turns, arms - my butt and thighs hurt for days...I will build it into the monthly conditioning series. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Monday classes begin Sept 17th. Only 1-2 spaces left...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-09-12T20:22:10Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Photographer's name or URL?  My previous post didn't print my message.</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Dalila</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/ef3063ac-aef5-4fae-84c0-80ced4635c37</id>
    <updated>2007-09-17T16:13:21Z</updated>
    <published>2007-09-14T17:34:48Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hello all,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I was wondering if anyone knows the name of a photographer that was at the Queen of the Bay competition.  He said his name was "Dimsdale" or something similar.  I can't remember exactly.  Anyway he said he would be posting pictures of the show on his website.  Does anyone know his name or his URL.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Thanks,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Dalila Jasmin
&lt;br/&gt;www.dalilajasmin.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:creator>Dalila</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2007-09-14T17:34:48Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Sept Dance Goals</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/29022231-8c72-4014-a300-d734e4b7fc1d</id>
    <updated>2007-09-12T20:14:20Z</updated>
    <published>2007-09-04T19:45:06Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hello Beautiful Tribe Peeps,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I've been a bad Triber I know...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Your Dance Goals for Sept?
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mine:
&lt;br/&gt;Make my students and 3 Troupes Fabulous...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-09-04T19:45:06Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Poll- What do you love about your body?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/813bae45-2a18-4b06-a274-3828250f0df8</id>
    <updated>2007-08-27T05:27:14Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-15T19:33:16Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt; I have dancers with beautiful bodies wanting liposuction, breast implants, surgey etc - I told them if they got implants they would be out of my troupe ;) 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;So..got me thinking...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I think many women spend too much time obsessing about their bodies, and wishing to change things about ourselves . I think it's silly to feel that way especially if you're into Belly Dance -Ballet maybe, Bellydance, nah. I think it is a dance form that  appeals to many body types.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Do men obsess about their bodies and compare what they have with other men? I wonder.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Anyhoo, so I think it's time to appreciate what we have and feel blessed to have the things that make us unique.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I'll go first:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I like my strong shoulders and wings.
&lt;br/&gt;I like my flat tummy and lil bootie
&lt;br/&gt;my thighs...
&lt;br/&gt;Oh, and the boobs I prayed for when I was 11 and my small feet.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Your turn&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-15T19:33:16Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Ballet Workshop and Sept Classes</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/221bbbe7-6afe-46bf-aa10-17766814fc2c</id>
    <updated>2007-08-16T08:27:12Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-15T18:37:21Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The Ballet for Bellydance workshop is on Wednesday September 5. 
&lt;br/&gt;$15 for current students $17 drop in. 
&lt;br/&gt;This is an all level workshop taught by former Ballerina Susan who has 30+ years of experience. 
&lt;br/&gt;Class will focus on arms positions, posture, foot and leg strength, extension and position.
&lt;br/&gt;388 9th St Downtown Oakland.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Next Session of classes begins Wednesday September 5.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Wed Basics 6pm
&lt;br/&gt;Wed starting Sept 12 -Zills and Conditioning
&lt;br/&gt;Monday  6pm - Arms, Hands and Chest Isolations
&lt;br/&gt;Monday 7:15pm - Internalized Isolations -ala Dina style -tiny tight isolations and muscle control
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Classes have been Sold Out for awhile - please PM me if you are interested and I'll try to work you in, thanks!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;All my classes&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-15T18:37:21Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>video from Queen?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>cera</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/f46a6ea4-8e50-47f5-8ed8-bb6667cdb623</id>
    <updated>2007-08-14T06:04:48Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-11T16:27:39Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;hey awesome ladies!
&lt;br/&gt;what's the ETA on QOTB video?
&lt;br/&gt;i cant wait to see it!!!
&lt;br/&gt;-cera&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-11T16:27:39Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Looking for Reviews!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/a799a196-ed14-434f-a0c0-4f86e95bcf2d" />
    <author>
      <name>Ambrossy</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/a799a196-ed14-434f-a0c0-4f86e95bcf2d</id>
    <updated>2007-08-10T22:21:13Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-06T17:07:28Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Anyone who went to Queen of the Bay and want to share their thoughts? Navel Magazine is looking for a review for this event! Please contact me ASAP =)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-06T17:07:28Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>any1 go to IBDC thingee in LV?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b185a4fb-9d6b-4613-a4ef-69648c7e12d0</id>
    <updated>2007-08-10T22:19:20Z</updated>
    <published>2007-08-04T19:48:35Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;details, details...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-08-04T19:48:35Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>thank you</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/ddb8ec45-b99d-48de-9415-921375b6e756</id>
    <updated>2007-07-24T23:01:37Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-22T17:53:39Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Thanks to each and every one of you for making this year's Queen another success &amp;amp; Sold Out Show. Dancers, judges, performers, volunteers - Thank You! We couldn't have done this without you.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;All the competitors brought their A game, and level of talent this year was AMAZING:
&lt;br/&gt;Nitara -gorgeous veil, Katarina -very lovely, Summer-super hips, Adriana-super grace, Cera-fluid fierce, Mina- super stage presence, Dalila-amazing sword and Jamilla -personality plus!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This year's crown went to Summer - A lovely dancer  who made a beautiful gesture by donating her prize money to the Lupus foundation.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Performers -Nanna, Ariellah, Frederique, Mandanah, Ooh La La's, Etana, Zahara, Terry, Lunatique thank you for sharing your talents.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Workshop participants -Thank you all for coming and  making the workshops a success!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;As for me, I will be taking 2 weeks off to rest and will be away from the computer &amp;amp; Tribe for a week. Please  share any questions, ideas, announcements here to keep it alive - I'll be back on Sunday ;)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;hugs, kisses &amp;amp; shimmies
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-22T17:53:39Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>This Weekend Ya'll</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/2a668566-64f0-4050-a19e-ee831bd99ac3</id>
    <updated>2007-07-16T18:20:53Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-16T18:20:53Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Queen is this weekend, yay! See below for revised line up.This years fundraiser goes to the Lupus Foundation of America, and we're hoping to raise alot of $$$ for the foundation, so please spread the word!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Queen of the Bay II is Dedicated to Rhonda "Baseema" Williams
&lt;br/&gt;December 28, 1973 - March 1, 2007 http://www.gildedserpent.com/art39/ShabnamRhonda.htm
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;In honor of Rhonda this years fundraiser is going to:
&lt;br/&gt;www.lupus.org/newsite/index.html
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Performer Line Up:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Etana Hayal
&lt;br/&gt;Frederique
&lt;br/&gt;Terry
&lt;br/&gt;Ooh La La
&lt;br/&gt;Mandanah
&lt;br/&gt;Ariellah
&lt;br/&gt;Zahara
&lt;br/&gt;Lunatique
&lt;br/&gt;Nanna
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-16T18:20:53Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Sim Moda Website????</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/4e27c014-bc74-43e5-8347-6d9fe39e6d04" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/4e27c014-bc74-43e5-8347-6d9fe39e6d04</id>
    <updated>2007-07-16T18:18:57Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-18T20:00:28Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ack!!I registered, but still can't check out the lovelies.  Anyone know how to log on? &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-18T20:00:28Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>if you've got knee problems...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/e9ecdef0-c70c-4310-92cb-0ffc0af6be0f</id>
    <updated>2007-07-13T17:29:54Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-02T21:59:21Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ride your bike! Ok, well, maybe it only worked for me, but try it and see...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I tweaked my knee, from backbends, splits, who knows, but I took a week off from dancing and decided to ditch the car for a while. Started riding my bike and my knee feels so much better, yay! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The pain is in the front, the patella/knee cap which is a good thing because it just means it got popped out of place or a bone chip or something- no ligament tear.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;If you've got knee issues try these:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Riding a bike
&lt;br/&gt;Swimming (really good 4 yer knees)
&lt;br/&gt;No cute shoes 4 a while  only  tenni's ;(
&lt;br/&gt;Keep calves, thighs, butt strong (will be sharing some good stregtheners in floorwork workshop,yay!)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Injured knee dancers, share your tidbits, would be great to know what works for you...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-02T21:59:21Z</dc:date>
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    <title>We've got Nanna too!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/308a588b-030a-4638-970f-86a62be4aec3" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/308a588b-030a-4638-970f-86a62be4aec3</id>
    <updated>2007-07-12T17:46:16Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-12T17:46:16Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;We are thrilled to have Nanna judge and perform @ Queen again wooo hoo! Ordered the tiara too, it's perrrrrty ;)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-12T17:46:16Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Bellydance Swap Meet???</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/607f8b41-0301-4fb7-aea3-b762f977a2dd" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/607f8b41-0301-4fb7-aea3-b762f977a2dd</id>
    <updated>2007-07-10T19:25:41Z</updated>
    <published>2007-07-09T22:42:56Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I have alotta costumes/sets and fabrics I would like to sell...anyone interested in doing a Bellydance Flea Market/ Swap Meet at Queen? Wanna sell some stuff, email me let me know...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-07-09T22:42:56Z</dc:date>
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    <title>2007 Queen of the Bay Website is Live</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Mo</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/e28cb6c9-4c24-4f20-a3a2-a03387a50ad3</id>
    <updated>2007-07-02T22:03:19Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-26T02:59:58Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;One page web sites aren't supposed to take this much time.  The 2007 Queen of the Bay site is finally up.  Too bad it only has a shelf-life of one month.  This year, thanks to YouTube, we have videos of some of the performers and all of the workshop instructors.  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ariellah and Frederique are both mesmerizing.  Terry and Mandanah both bring some flash and skill to the table too.  It's great being a guy surrounded by sexy, sexy bellydancers (that'll be yours truly on July 21st).  Which reminds me, we need some Zahara videos.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Oh, and Shab, you dance pretty good too.  :-) 
&lt;br/&gt;Oh, and Shab, YOU'RE WELCOME!!!!  Can I unchain myself from the desk now?
&lt;br/&gt;Just kidding. Only for you pretty lady.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-26T02:59:58Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Shabnam Rak'ed the House at EDF!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/5b2cecee-383d-4805-9b64-10d56062e4cf" />
    <author>
      <name>Jennifer</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/5b2cecee-383d-4805-9b64-10d56062e4cf</id>
    <updated>2007-06-26T18:30:00Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-10T17:34:16Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Shabnam's performance was wonderful last night at Ethnic Dance Festival opening night!  In fact, the whole event was fabulous.  Her double veil routine was amazing, the sword portion was so beautiful, and then, the finale, a hot, hot drum solo with HELM  Congratulations, Shabnam!!!!!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-10T17:34:16Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>naughtly indulgence</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/10456c3b-07ad-471a-8074-9697a910962c" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/10456c3b-07ad-471a-8074-9697a910962c</id>
    <updated>2007-06-23T09:55:34Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-15T17:20:04Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;My new favorite indulgence is iced coffee, love it, need it. I know it's supposed to be bad for you, so I try to have it  3x a week, max...but it's yummy, I can't resist. Oh and ice cream - chocolate, mint with chunks of bad sweet bits...naughty, naughty need to slap my hand&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-15T17:20:04Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Adriana Lira from Brazil is here for the summer!!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/be90c8e5-f71a-45e3-a251-231e03ac2345" />
    <author>
      <name>shaynaz</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/be90c8e5-f71a-45e3-a251-231e03ac2345</id>
    <updated>2007-06-16T22:46:02Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-16T22:46:02Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Dont miss your chance to study from Brazil's best!  Adriana Lira is here for the summer!  Weekly classes are being held in Fremont.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Beginners
&lt;br/&gt;Tues 7-8pm  6/19-7/31
&lt;br/&gt;Wed  7-8pm  6/20-8/1
&lt;br/&gt;Thurs Noon  6/21-8/2
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Intermediate
&lt;br/&gt;Mon  Noon   6/18-7/30
&lt;br/&gt;Tues  8-9pm  6/19-7/31
&lt;br/&gt;Wed   8-9pm  6/20-8/1
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;On top of weekly classes there will be a weekend of workshops!
&lt;br/&gt;July 7 &amp;amp; 8
&lt;br/&gt;Subjects include Sword, Rhythms and Improv, and Debke w/Cane
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;All classes are held at
&lt;br/&gt;Steps Styles &amp;amp; Spotlights
&lt;br/&gt;36400 Fremont Blvd
&lt;br/&gt;Fremont, CA 94536
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contact Adriana or Shayna at (510) 366-1450
&lt;br/&gt;Sign up online at www.shaynaz.com/classes.htm&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>whoops..trying again- New Website!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/0cfe3032-f34d-4641-a721-cb1304813410</id>
    <updated>2007-06-11T21:18:51Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-11T21:18:51Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.shabnampena.com
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Not fully functional yet -pics, class info, bio etc coming soon
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Wondering why the Queen site hasn't been updated..that's why. Moluv is working overtime, likes things to be Flash -Y (ha, ha, inside programming joke)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>New Website too...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/92e07538-d6a6-4d85-a7ba-df157449689e</id>
    <updated>2007-06-11T20:49:19Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-11T20:47:52Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;My new website launched Saturday, if you haven't already, take a peek:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.shabnampena.com
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;It's not complete and fully functional - email, pics and more class info is coming...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;If you're wondering why the Queen of the Bay website has not been updated with performers, that's why.  Moluv is working overtime, and likes things to be fancy and flasy...(Flash -y, ha, ha inside programmer joke)&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>New Website too...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/feffa453-4bfa-44cc-ba80-3e17420a3bc2</id>
    <updated>2007-06-11T20:48:50Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-11T20:47:09Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;My new website launched Saturday, if you haven't already, take a peek:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.shabnampena.com
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;It's not complete and fully funcional - email, pics and more class info is coming...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;If you're wondering why the Queen of the Bay website has not been updated with performers, that's why.  Moluv is working overtime, and likes things to be fancy and flasy...(Flash -y, ha, ha inside programmer joke)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-11T20:47:09Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Some pics from EDF</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/c67b24fd-f514-479a-8148-ec2b360abd82</id>
    <updated>2007-06-11T20:38:11Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-11T20:38:11Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;It was truly a magical weekend. All the performers were top notch, friendly, wonderful. Hope to work with them again sometime.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-11T20:38:11Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>i'm gonna be on TV</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/65deb52d-ca21-47f4-a7fa-98aeba9f742b</id>
    <updated>2007-06-09T16:46:14Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-30T19:45:32Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The publicist for the SF Ethnic Dance Festival called and said I was one of 2 performers to be interviwed  on KGO and NBC 11 to promtoe the event. It's live I think on June 5...I'm supposed to perform somethin flashy for a short segment on the show. Ok...now what to wear...I'll keep ya'll posted with the details...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-30T19:45:32Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>I'm in Oakland Magazine?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/1c38c974-45af-4df1-b6c3-ce4415226061</id>
    <updated>2007-06-01T23:53:01Z</updated>
    <published>2007-06-01T22:41:46Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Apparently there's a big pic of me in the June issue? &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-06-01T22:41:46Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Shab on youtube</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/d0ab5fd1-bfa5-4cce-863d-127149588a32</id>
    <updated>2007-05-30T19:40:25Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-25T23:08:14Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;so, i got tired of searching for shab and ooh la la on youtube every so often so i created a playlist with all things related to the oakland powerhouse...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=CC1D26BCAF72CE49
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;always imitated, never duplicated...
&lt;br/&gt;did i get it right this time? you know how i'm bad with sayings...lol&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-25T23:08:14Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Oriental Dance TV</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/773ed13a-4233-4af0-a3ed-65a63bfa29cc</id>
    <updated>2007-05-25T16:24:57Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-25T16:24:57Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;have you all seen this?  ran across it today so...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid769566577/bclid895238456/bctid901084178
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;or 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;www.orientaldance.tv&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-25T16:24:57Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Tribal Fest Update???</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/a3335813-cb5c-46f3-84b4-a2b62eca3c57</id>
    <updated>2007-05-25T04:42:11Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-21T18:06:37Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Any1 out there go to TF7? If so, please share- favorite performances, costumes...pls,pls. Bummed I couldn't make it this year :(
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Jennifer if you're out there, I know you have the goods...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-21T18:06:37Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Belly in Brazil</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/415866b9-6b53-4e97-a694-3ee77688963c</id>
    <updated>2007-05-24T16:05:52Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-01T01:10:53Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Shab asked me to post this link of my pics of Belly here in Brazil.  Hope you all enjoy!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.kodakgallery.com/Slideshow.jsp?mode=fromshare&amp;amp;Uc=cr37b1en.43ybiufn&amp;amp;Uy=wbmenq&amp;amp;Ux=0&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-01T01:10:53Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Queen of the Bay</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Kiore</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/035e37b2-8fcb-45d7-b544-1e84df895300</id>
    <updated>2007-05-14T15:38:24Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-01T06:21:39Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey Shab!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I was wondering if you would consider putting in a People's Choice Award for Queen of the Bay this year. I was there last year and it rocked! :)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-05-01T06:21:39Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Queen of the Bay Workshops!!!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/36fdb88c-79dc-4ac4-ab60-74a9f7702b80</id>
    <updated>2007-05-04T19:49:52Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-04T19:49:52Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;"Shake it Don't Break it!"
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday July 21, 2007
&lt;br/&gt;390 27th St Oakland CA
&lt;br/&gt;10:30-1:30pm
&lt;br/&gt;$58.00 for all 4 workshops!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Queen of the Bay Bellydance Competition &amp;amp; Show presents a super
&lt;br/&gt;sampler of workshops for the Complete Bellydancer:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;FAST &amp;amp; FIERCE FINGER CYMBALS
&lt;br/&gt;Mandanah "zillmaster" Gallegos 10:30am
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0KEZP5E_z0
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv_1vlAl5bk&amp;amp;mode=related&amp;amp;search=
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;FLOORWORK TECHNIQUE &amp;amp; COMBOS
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam 11:30am
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qv9FJT7P4m4
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;CHARMED ARMS-LIQUID HANDS &amp;amp; ARMS
&lt;br/&gt;Frederique 12:30
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X2Rn1Po70E&amp;amp;mode=related&amp;amp;search=
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;ARABIC STYLE DRUM SOLO -POPS &amp;amp; SHIMMIES
&lt;br/&gt;Terry 1:30
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSZuLCItr-k
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whEdn_dSIFo
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Advanced Registration:
&lt;br/&gt;Check or MO
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam
&lt;br/&gt;Po Box 119 Evening Dew Drive
&lt;br/&gt;Canyon CA 94516
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Online Registration available in June
&lt;br/&gt;More Info:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>tips vs. flat fee in dancing</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/a12bd669-699b-4b46-8b98-cd70fcd5de7b</id>
    <updated>2007-04-30T15:03:53Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-12T18:30:29Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;first of all, hi all!! miss everyone!  ok, so the reason for the post...
&lt;br/&gt;as most of you know, i'm in brazil for another 4 months...
&lt;br/&gt;have had the opportunity to interact with some folk from the belly scene here and some who are just passing through from other parts--
&lt;br/&gt;ok, so at dinner the other night, the topic of dancing at restaurants came up.  I'm studying here in Sao Paulo at Lulu Sabongi's school which has a cafe attached to it, Khan el Khalil.  One of the girls mentioned that it was a very respectful place to dance because the clients are presented with a history of the dance upon entering.  She mentioned that one of her pet peeves was people trying to tip her and how horrible that made her feel and that it relates back to the prostitute/dancer dichotomy.  So, then I asked about what she prefers and she told me that requires payment from restaurants and won't dance for tips/meals like i've seen happen in the bay area...she believes that that helps to elevate dancers by having people pay for the culture and not simply making the dance feel like a way of selling your sexuality. which i must admit, can sometimes feel weird--i mean, what happens when you tell people you dance?  do you say you belly dance and see that weird look in their eyes?  do you say you dance raks sharki? just musing and wondering what you all think...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-12T18:30:29Z</dc:date>
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    <title>what i learned in Raqia's workshop</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-04-26T18:42:16Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-25T19:51:54Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Finally got to take a workshop with Raqia Hassan. Missed her the last time she was around -think it was LA a few years back.  Had a great time. She did some breakdown of movements, but toward to end was more the 'follow the bouncing butt' old school style. Drove me crazy when she kept doing directional changes. Nevertheless a great experience, and really enjoyed watching her dance the choreography. Beeeuuutiful. Hope she comes back soon. My favorite steps:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;*Scoop back L leg, scoop front with L leg back -look at your butt
&lt;br/&gt;*Soheir step with pelvic lock in and reverse camel pop
&lt;br/&gt;*Egyptian Arabesque step
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I'm teaching some of these steps in class , so I can never forget them!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-25T19:51:54Z</dc:date>
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    <title>carpool to Raqia workshop</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/3f07a01e-5acb-47b9-a0e0-0ccd43e67dfe</id>
    <updated>2007-04-18T21:25:18Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-18T21:25:18Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Anyone want to carpool to Raqia workshop Sunday? I'm taking the civic, we can split the gas. Whoo hoo.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-18T21:25:18Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Aziza Show!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/76295246-8ca4-45b5-9b46-cd741868143d</id>
    <updated>2007-04-16T19:25:26Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-16T19:25:26Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;What a blast. Shook our tail feathers in Watsonville. Unfortunately I was too busy to mingle and watch. Who knew Watsonville could be so much fun. Great show, good times...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-04-16T19:25:26Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>dancer lookalikes...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/ac8769c2-7460-4475-a54d-eab374cff910</id>
    <updated>2007-04-11T08:04:49Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-29T19:17:10Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Sandra
&lt;br/&gt;AND
&lt;br/&gt;Selma Blair:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.actressarchives.com/display.php?img=10706&amp;amp;return=%2Fselma%2F
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Amy Sigil
&lt;br/&gt;AND
&lt;br/&gt;Mini Driver:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.all-pictures-photos.com/images/minnie-driver/minnie-driver-047-img.jpg
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Frederique : http://www.bellygroove.com/files/b633e45d-ac5c-4b1c-b935-7f464f37d7e1.jpg
&lt;br/&gt;AND
&lt;br/&gt;Nelly Furtado:
&lt;br/&gt;http://us.ent2.yimg.com/musicfinder.yahoo.com/images/yahoo/dreamworks/nellyfurtado/0302_nelly_furtado_s.jpg
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Alimah WA
&lt;br/&gt;AND
&lt;br/&gt;Hilary Swank:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.showbizz.net/uploads/stars/HILarySwank.JPG
&lt;br/&gt;http://cdn-channels.netscape.com/gallery/i/s/swank/Swank_AG02589088.jpg&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-29T19:17:10Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>What a THROW DOWN!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>MinyaMonster</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/807f3f6c-ea42-4b80-bc10-5b4e0270b93c</id>
    <updated>2007-04-09T20:58:54Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-22T16:43:57Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Awesome job!!  You done brought it!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-22T16:43:57Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Queen of the Bay II!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/40204a63-ea6a-4a65-90de-8ea119a3bc1a</id>
    <updated>2007-04-04T17:59:22Z</updated>
    <published>2007-04-04T17:59:22Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Yes, we are gearing up for another event. Last year's event was so successful we had to move it to a bigger space. This year we will also feature some great workshops:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Frederique http://www.bellygroove.com
&lt;br/&gt;Really the best when it comes to slow liquid arms and hands
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Moi http://www.shabnampena.com
&lt;br/&gt;Yes, finally! I will be teaching floorwork technique and combos.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mandanah "zillmaster" Gallegos
&lt;br/&gt;This girl knows how to shake it, and really one of the best zillists  out there. She is known for her aggressive zill playing and is a classically trained musician.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Terri Anne 
&lt;br/&gt;A favorite of the arabic wedding circuit. Saw her perform in San Rafael, and was blown away - Can best describe her style as very 'Egyptian' or 'Arabic' . She will be teaching combo's.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Applications for contestants are now online. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>Oh, Shabnam!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>scottsquatch</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/93e01d54-738e-4cf7-bc2b-f0173610775a</id>
    <updated>2007-03-30T15:31:57Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-30T15:31:57Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I sent you a message, but I need an address to send your photo CD from Rakkasah to :).
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Lob me a message, please :).&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-30T15:31:57Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Competition Advice</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/64850922-76f6-487b-bbc7-1d96945e999a</id>
    <updated>2007-03-23T19:44:39Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-28T19:30:13Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Oakie Dokie,
&lt;br/&gt; I've gotten many emails the last few weeks, asking for advice on competitions, so here it goes...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;* Do your thing, do your best, rock the house and forget about it! Yes, this is golden. Don't let your placing in contests define you. Ultimately the audience knows. If you get props (compliments) from people in the audience (complete strangers A+ !) then that is what you should listen to.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;There have been many times I haven't won (troupe especially) sometimes warranted, sometimes not , all I can say is, if you win the audience and perform your best - you win, regardless if you have an 'award' or not.  People talk and if people liked what you did, it will spread like wildfire  regardless of your placing. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;So that's my advice. Just do it, have fun, than forget about it and move on to the next thing. Hope this helps ;)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Oops 1 more...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;* BE NICE!! No not the fake nice, but be genuine and congratulate people. When I won BDY in 05,  2 dancers (from LA I think) came up to me, gave me a hug and congratulated me. It was one of the nicest sentiments, and I will never forget that. They were beautiful and genuine and I was touched. 
&lt;br/&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-28T19:30:13Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>myspace?</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/7f4574cf-d883-42cb-b5fd-10f61178c646</id>
    <updated>2007-03-23T19:17:47Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-05T20:49:08Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Do any of you use Myspace? If so, do you have a preference for myspace or tribe?  Maybe I'm not doing something right, but when I go to myspace it hurts my eyes and makes my head hurt. I guess it's the layout. Wonder if you can change it.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-05T20:49:08Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Holy Moly</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/7018d840-b083-4629-8d36-d4392b908237</id>
    <updated>2007-03-20T05:11:02Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-20T04:56:45Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I'm tired...between getting 2 troupes ready to perform, practicing, teaching, gigs, performing, birthday fun and battling insommia for a week, I'm pooped. Bellydance hangover. Anyone else feel the same? 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;A big thank you and hug for my dancing peacocks and Joie's, so proud of you, and so blessed to be able to work with such dedicated and lovely women. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Will see most of you Wed for Norooz event in Berkeley. I'll be performing around 7ish..
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ahhh my pillow's calling...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-20T04:56:45Z</dc:date>
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    <title>rakkasah, TT roll call</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/a21e4832-3ac6-4dea-a083-0786740271d3</id>
    <updated>2007-03-15T19:36:44Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-13T17:26:11Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Anyone going? I'll be at Rak for a few hours Sat and all day Sunday, and at TT @3pm. Please, please, please be sure to flag me down and say "hi". I generally  walk  around like a zombie at Rak, overwhelmed with all the vendors and performances, so be sure to snap me out of it ;)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-13T17:26:11Z</dc:date>
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    <title>S.F. Ethnic Dance Festival</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Mo</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/8556d412-ba08-41aa-bcef-6339cab8ca9e</id>
    <updated>2007-02-28T19:02:09Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-26T04:08:46Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey cutie.  Congrats on landing the Ethnic Dance Festival.  Opening night, huh?  Even if I did have a choice I'd be there.  :-)  It was a great audition.  I guess all those days of practicing paid off.  Are there any other performers you're looking forward to seeing?  Oh, and when are you going to post the audition video?&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-26T04:08:46Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Sequins!!!!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/01936647-add9-4afe-aeb1-b5453f4cb310" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/01936647-add9-4afe-aeb1-b5453f4cb310</id>
    <updated>2007-02-24T15:41:07Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-12T21:35:41Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Looking for hologram gold sequin strips (the ones on a roll), if any of you guys know of a good resource, please share. Looked everywhere in Oakland.emeryville/Berekeley...goin nuts now ;^0&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-12T21:35:41Z</dc:date>
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    <title>No Class Presidents Day!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/30254d78-4719-4e27-ab78-700f6458d6b0" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/30254d78-4719-4e27-ab78-700f6458d6b0</id>
    <updated>2007-02-17T20:50:15Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-17T20:50:15Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;See ya in 2 mondays. enjoy the sun....&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-17T20:50:15Z</dc:date>
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    <title>best drummers/musicians in Sf/East Bay</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/0acc5014-2ae9-4251-a441-34e8336ab288" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/0acc5014-2ae9-4251-a441-34e8336ab288</id>
    <updated>2007-02-17T03:33:49Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-13T19:52:11Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Any suggestions pleeez...thanks!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-13T19:52:11Z</dc:date>
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    <title>totally OT</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/5b53c812-0ea6-4c1b-a3e3-f828910f03da</id>
    <updated>2007-02-12T21:31:53Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-08T23:00:27Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;This made me laugh...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.catenema.com/cat1.html&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-08T23:00:27Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>i love you guys</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/ddf20aa6-0c01-432b-ac0a-6c4379c13b53</id>
    <updated>2007-02-09T01:08:40Z</updated>
    <published>2007-02-01T20:42:44Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Just wanted to say thank you to everyone out there for your feedback, opinions and support. I started this Tribe mainly to just have a place to post photos from recent events and share info on upcoming events. But I have to say, it's become so much more than that . It's been such a blast getting to know you all and having the opportunity to connect with people, that I normally would never have a chance to.  I'm not the most outwardly extroverted type, especially when it comes to meeting new people, so the opportunity to connect with ya'll and see your photos, and read your blogs has been a joy.  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ok, I'm gettin a lil too mushy...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-02-01T20:42:44Z</dc:date>
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    <title>farewell cabaret</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b881a85e-1bbf-43c1-b6cd-b278877877c1</id>
    <updated>2007-02-02T00:41:19Z</updated>
    <published>2007-01-27T03:33:46Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Been thinking about this for some time... I had to write a paper some time ago discussing my element of style, influences etc, and got me thinking. Looked up the word Cabaret and the definitions were:
&lt;br/&gt;1.	a restaurant providing food, drink, music, a dance floor, and often a floor show.
&lt;br/&gt;2.	a café that serves food and drink and offers entertainment often of an improvisatory, satirical, and topical nature.
&lt;br/&gt;3.	a floor show consisting of such entertainment: The cover charge includes dinner and a cabaret.
&lt;br/&gt;4.	a form of theatrical entertainment, consisting mainly of political satire in the form of skits, songs, and improvisations: an actress whose credits include cabaret, TV, and dinner theater.
&lt;br/&gt;5.	a decoratively painted porcelain coffee or tea service with tray, produced esp. in the 18th century.
&lt;br/&gt;6.	Archaic. a shop selling wines and liquors.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Well, I do not work in a restaurant and Tribal style dancers perform in restaurants sometimes, so for me to call myself a Cabaret Style dancer, because thats what I was told that  I should  label myself,  is kinda silly.  Because I wear sparkly costumes, and smile when I dance does that mean I label myself as a restaurant dancer? lf I was to describe my style it would be  modern, urban and with elements of masculinity.  Hmm...so from now on I will not be labelling myself as Cabaret. In fact, I hate labels...what to do? Your thoughts....&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-01-27T03:33:46Z</dc:date>
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    <title>HTG videos!</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/810a494f-2984-4b58-b057-f706e31c241e" />
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/810a494f-2984-4b58-b057-f706e31c241e</id>
    <updated>2007-01-24T21:14:45Z</updated>
    <published>2007-01-24T20:22:51Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Beautiful Dancers,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Just want to give you an update. Video is being worked on, a new hard drive had to be installed to take in all the footage. Looking at about another month.  Once it's done I wil send an email asap!  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Blessings&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Rakkasah Baby</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/569ae026-4c06-4b55-900d-5e56cef84709</id>
    <updated>2007-01-21T20:50:17Z</updated>
    <published>2007-01-04T20:56:08Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;If you don't already know, the call in is this Sunday.  Hey, does anybody know who the live bands are? There is no listing on the website. If anyone can recimmend a good band, please share.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Schedule so far for 2007</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-01-12T19:21:50Z</updated>
    <published>2007-01-12T19:21:50Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey All,
&lt;br/&gt;My website will be updated soon (in addition to complete overhaul in the next few months) but wanted to give you a heads up for upcoming performances and workshops:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Performances:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday January 13 
&lt;br/&gt;Ethnic Dance Festival Auditions
&lt;br/&gt;11:55am
&lt;br/&gt;Palace of Fine Arts
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.worldartswest.org
&lt;br/&gt;$7
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&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Friday March 17
&lt;br/&gt;Tribalthrowdown Bellydance Festival
&lt;br/&gt;Live Oak Center in Berkeley
&lt;br/&gt;Time TBA
&lt;br/&gt;www.tribalthrowdown.com
&lt;br/&gt;free
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday March 18
&lt;br/&gt;Rakkasah The worlds biggest Bellydance festival
&lt;br/&gt;1:25pm Cabaret Stage
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam's troupe Joie De Vivre 
&lt;br/&gt;Richmond Auditoruim Richmond CA
&lt;br/&gt;$15
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&lt;br/&gt;Sunday March 19
&lt;br/&gt;Rakkasah the biggest Bellydance festival in the world
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam Solo performance
&lt;br/&gt;6:45pm Cabaret Stage
&lt;br/&gt;$15
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday April 14
&lt;br/&gt;Cairo Nights BellyDance Show
&lt;br/&gt;Ooh La La has been invited to perform at this spectacular event
&lt;br/&gt;8pm
&lt;br/&gt;$20 in adv
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.bellydanceodyssey.com/CairoNightswithAZIZA.html
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Workshops:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;“Super Flashy Combos”
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday, June 23, 2007~3:00-5:00
&lt;br/&gt; Unleash your inner diva! Shabnam will be teaching her sassiest, flashiest combos.
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;“Hipwork Intensive: Locks and Breaks”
&lt;br/&gt;Sunday, June 24, 2007~12:30-2:30
&lt;br/&gt; A must class for all dancers looking to get sharp, precise hipwork and add new hip moves to their arsenal!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;$35 in adv for one workshop
&lt;br/&gt;$60 in adv for 2 workshops
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Veterans memorial building Santa Cruz CA
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.bellydanceodyssey.com/Haflaworkshops.html
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&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Summer 07
&lt;br/&gt;2nd Annual Queen of the Bay Belly Dance Competition
&lt;br/&gt;Another great show brought to you by Shab and Mo
&lt;br/&gt;Don't miss this amazing event, featuring Bay Areas best Bellydancers. Workshops, competition and show.
&lt;br/&gt;More details to come
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com
&lt;br/&gt;
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&lt;br/&gt; &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-01-12T19:21:50Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Classes start January 8</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2007-01-05T16:42:33Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-29T22:53:37Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Beautiful Dancers, just a reminder that classes start up again on the 8th. Can't wait to see all my lovelies.
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&lt;br/&gt;If you have any dance resolutions, please share...&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-29T22:53:37Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>gymnastics in Oakland???</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/f8dbcdf9-c5f5-4543-b439-bd64dd043592</id>
    <updated>2006-12-25T08:30:23Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-15T22:15:17Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Looking for a gymnastics school/training place in Oaktown/East Bay that teaches adults. If you know anything, please share. Gracias.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-15T22:15:17Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>A major belated thank you</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Waggs</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/7e1dc21b-4825-48a3-b5cf-3341876d01f8</id>
    <updated>2006-12-23T21:21:16Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-22T09:34:37Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;took me forever to get signed in here *duh*.  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Your Sho was so wonderful I'm still glowing.  I don't even know who to rave about first Shab of course, you are truly Wonder Woman, your energy is amazing and only eclipsed by your talent.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;You and both the troups looks sooooo incredibly beautiful and you were so much fun.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I love the diversity of dancers you had and what amazing dancers they were.  It just wouldn't be fair to single out any one.  You know you did something overwhelming when my husband was having a ball ;~)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I predict you will succeed in anything you truly want in life and you will do it with grace and charm.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Thanks for the wonderful experience, Gabi&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-22T09:34:37Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Hi Shabnam, Test Message from Lisa (LeeLee) Stewart for Class Reservation</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Leelee</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/9a191d04-2f2e-46ef-affa-a6e27793c7ed</id>
    <updated>2006-12-22T22:14:20Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-21T21:19:22Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ok, Girleen, 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt; I would like to take both Monday classes...my usual and I am thinking about trying to get a few ladies together to do a small class format...maybe "Joi de Vivre"  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Lisa&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-21T21:19:22Z</dc:date>
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    <title>F@$%*&amp;amp;$ COLD!!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/2e4953d9-280a-4583-bf0e-0f526e90c3bf</id>
    <updated>2006-12-21T19:47:54Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-21T19:38:34Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;It's so cold. Maybe I'm just a big sissy being from California an all, but it's cold! My feet are cold, my butt is cold, my legs are cold, my face is cold. I've been practicing, and I bounce and jump around forever trying to warm up my poor muscles. Leg warmers and extra thick puma tracksuit helps..but it's cold, ahhhhhh!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-21T19:38:34Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Thank You!!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/3a68ec12-3d79-4f87-8a86-1d65a9fb3e27</id>
    <updated>2006-12-12T06:14:11Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-11T21:15:18Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Big kisses and hugs to all the dancers for rocking the house on Sat! Many stated it was the best Belly Dance show they've seen in a long time if not ever. With this line up I understood why:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ahava -  Egyptian Godess
&lt;br/&gt;Glaucia, Tais - sexy adorable 
&lt;br/&gt;Mandanah - firecracker
&lt;br/&gt;Zahara - Pure joy
&lt;br/&gt;Una - Superstar
&lt;br/&gt;Zaheea - Power hips
&lt;br/&gt;Unmata -Fabulous, awe inspiring (they can  shimmy in sqaut position!) 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Just got the zip file of Liza's photos and they are amazing. Gonna have em up in a sec. In the meantime, all I have are a handful of  post show pics...
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    <dc:date>2006-12-11T21:15:18Z</dc:date>
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    <title>December 9th Show</title>
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      <name>Jennifer</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/76d29b2b-8c75-47fb-a7e5-a0a6c1f39475</id>
    <updated>2006-12-11T23:04:49Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-10T18:01:27Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Thank you so much, Shabnam, for the great day yesterday.  The workshops were so fun and so informative!  And the show was AWESOME!!!  The dancing was outrageous-such wonderful talent!   And each act outdid the others!  Your dancing left me speechless, and Unmata's performance was simply off the hook!  All I can say is-"unbelievable"!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-10T18:01:27Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Yummy Yummies!!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/dec53a23-948a-49a1-9c04-e5f8bdc8cfd9</id>
    <updated>2006-12-06T22:38:45Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-06T19:35:21Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Just wanted to let ya'll know that there will be some really really yummy food to eat at the show.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Ooh La La lemon cake
&lt;br/&gt;Homemade Brownies
&lt;br/&gt;Hot Cider
&lt;br/&gt;Hot Tea
&lt;br/&gt;Yalla Spicy Masala
&lt;br/&gt;Homemade Middle Eastern Food
&lt;br/&gt;And the BEST Tabouli you've ever had... I mean that!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I will be making my famous Rose Tea for the dancers. yum, yum.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-12-06T19:35:21Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Da big show!!! + Queen of the Bay on GS!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/8e6f9d03-9380-45b1-956d-328d65d7f4fc</id>
    <updated>2006-12-04T19:36:05Z</updated>
    <published>2006-11-29T17:34:42Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ok, I am just too excited about the HTG show, I can't sleep. The stress hasn't totally kicked in yet, but everythings coming together, and can't wait to see all the amazing dancers. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Also, Mo submitted photos from the Queen of the  Bay show to the Gilded Serpent  last week, photo spread should be posted soon. It was important to us to have all  all the lovely competitors and show dancers acknowledged. Thank you Micheal B!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-11-29T17:34:42Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Vending for December 9th show???</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/9ee560ec-4acc-480c-a456-f29f7efea510</id>
    <updated>2006-12-04T19:26:48Z</updated>
    <published>2006-12-04T19:26:48Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hi ta'll, we have room for 1 more vendor if anyone is interested, let me know asap. We can email you a paypal link to register online.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt; $25 for the whole show 6:30-9:30pm.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Things that would be great:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Jewelry
&lt;br/&gt;Ethnic style accesories,jewelry
&lt;br/&gt;Hip scarves
&lt;br/&gt;Music
&lt;br/&gt;zills&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Shabnam's Gettin' Her Freak On...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>brandonoasisdc</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/f54772d3-52bc-4c86-bd1a-6c4ab187ef8a</id>
    <updated>2006-11-28T00:38:56Z</updated>
    <published>2006-11-27T03:17:40Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;...and then some. :)~
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.shabandmo.com/
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Almost makes ya wanna move out to the West coast for this event.
&lt;br/&gt;(Shameless Plug: If ya wanna know how to handle a sword in your routine, take Shabnam's workshop, she's one of the best out there...)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;And yay for ''Princess Z'' (aka Zaheea)!! :) She's an angel and a better human being, bellydancing's lucky to have the both of them.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;B.
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&lt;br/&gt;(When will some1 give Shabnam her own performance DVd for the world to share??????)&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-11-27T03:17:40Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Farewell 2 my Zelie Bellie</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2006-11-27T18:18:18Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-07T03:06:42Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;One of my students, troupemates and right hand woman is leaving. She will be in Japan and Brazil for a year. She has been with me for 2 years and I remember when she couldn't even shimmy or play a simple triplet on her zills. Now look at her, she has one of the biggest shimmies, and not only play a triplet, but a masmoudi with a roll fill AND dance at the same time. The Middle Eastern's  (men especially) love her dancing, and when she dances, they all ask if she is from Egypt. She got her first tip the other day, and I was so proud of her.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Her dedication and generosity is inspiring, and we will miss her dearly. The road trips and competitions were so much fun, especially when her and Mandy get together...oh boy...too much silliness for one car to bear.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Just wanted to pay homage to a super woman. Please look at her profile page. I'm in love with her starfish costume.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-07T03:06:42Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Whoo hoo!!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2006-11-22T19:18:38Z</updated>
    <published>2006-11-15T21:13:33Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;We got Madonna's photographer Liza to photograph our show on the 9th and...we have the fabulous, amazing...ZAHEEA. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Tickets are going fast, at this rate we may need to discontinue the pre sale tickets early...
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&lt;br/&gt;Can't wait to see everyone kick bootie.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-11-15T21:13:33Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Congratulations to Mandy and Rhonda!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2006-11-05T22:04:43Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Mandy and Rhonda won 3rd place at the North Valley Competition!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mandy took 3rd in the Pro category and I am so proud. Her first award as a pro soloist! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Rhonda took 3rd in the Novice. She's only been dancing and performing for a year, so much kudos.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;You made me a proud mama. Congratulations guys.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Photos, photos, please!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-11-05T22:04:43Z</dc:date>
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    <title>New Website!!</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <updated>2006-11-02T19:15:58Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt; Website is up! You can now register for workshops and show online.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.shabandmo.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Happy Halloween! What/who are you today???</title>
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      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/8e406735-aef8-4098-9a9e-59e58a266a07</id>
    <updated>2006-11-01T01:06:03Z</updated>
    <published>2006-10-31T20:13:37Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;My favorite holiday. Luuuuuv the Halloween. Plans 4 2nite? I have a booking until 9pm, but free afterwards....
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;No time to make a costume this year, but  could put some blood on my face and be a dead  Belly Dancer. &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-10-31T20:13:37Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Triple Threat Workshops - December 9, 2006!!!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/4e01d6da-0276-44cd-92ca-f91f88d3d5a3</id>
    <updated>2006-10-02T19:30:55Z</updated>
    <published>2006-10-02T19:30:55Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Triple Threat Workshops
&lt;br/&gt;A day of instruction by award winning dancers
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday December 9, 2006
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sword Balancing - Techniques and Combo's
&lt;br/&gt;11am-12noon
&lt;br/&gt;Shabnam will be teaching core control and her cutting edge combinations. All levels welcome. No prop necessary for beginner's. Advanced dancers, please bring sword or balancing prop of your choice.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Fast Combo's- Modern Tribal Style
&lt;br/&gt;12noon-1pm
&lt;br/&gt;Amy Sigil from Unmata will be teaching her awe-inspiring fast combinations. All levels welcome. Get ready to sweat!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Belly Rolling Intensive
&lt;br/&gt;1pm-2pm
&lt;br/&gt;Una will be teaching her amazing Belly Rolling techniques and introduction to belly beads. A workshop not to be missed!!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;$25 per workshop
&lt;br/&gt;$48 in advance for all 3 workshops
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;For more info:
&lt;br/&gt;queenofthebayraks@yahoo.com
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;390 27th Street
&lt;br/&gt;Oakland CA&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>Triple Threat Workshops and Show</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/edf1e92f-58ea-4b02-8d5d-fcbebfa5fd42</id>
    <updated>2006-09-27T18:11:04Z</updated>
    <published>2006-09-27T18:11:04Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Get ready ya'll .....more info coming soon...&lt;/div&gt;
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  <entry>
    <title>diff'rent but i like...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/174a4837-b019-4f62-83da-92c736a64a77</id>
    <updated>2006-09-24T16:47:10Z</updated>
    <published>2006-09-18T18:52:31Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09pPEwHMVR8&amp;amp;mode=related&amp;amp;search=
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;What a trippy dancer, but I like. Her posture is very relaxed, even limp, but it works well due to her height. What I like most is her 'F*** You'  stage presence. I dig it.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I first heard about Asena, from a student I had that came from Turkey. She was a trip too. She barely spoke any english, and showed me how to do the snake index finger move. &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-09-18T18:52:31Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Thank U Deeta!!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/bc67154e-789f-4655-b167-3388d5991831</id>
    <updated>2006-09-11T21:19:58Z</updated>
    <published>2006-09-11T21:19:58Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey Deeta, Modern Gypsy,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I just got my Belly Dance Extravaganza T. I LOVE it! I'm gonna wear it in class tonite.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Kisses.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-09-11T21:19:58Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>videos 4 u...</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/5b2facf2-7187-4799-b4da-c4c57c89c4e5</id>
    <updated>2006-09-11T01:15:24Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-25T20:42:43Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Troupe:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znwjh88Irrc
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eVR7QmQrUA
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jqkpr78KS4
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Moi:
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jqkpr78KS4
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnY4ZYX4_f4
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Thank U  T Dogg!!!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-25T20:42:43Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Cleaning Costumes</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b4ac68ad-7a27-4460-b4c4-26422f69da05</id>
    <updated>2006-09-07T22:22:31Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-29T19:55:09Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Usually after I dance, as soon as I get home I  hang/lay it in a clean dry place with lots of ventilation, near a window usually. I air dry it for a few days. I then inspect it for any stains. On spandex, you can usually dab them with water and soap to get stains out. Test a little bit first. Bellas are usually colorfast, Topkapi's sometimes aren't... color can rub off when you dance and sweat. The costumes I make are the easiest to clean. I make sure I use colorfast fabric and washable chiffon. The mermaid Turquoise one, I wash all the time. Dip it in some cold water with light soap and voila! clean.  L. Roses stuff is very easy to clean too.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;It's also a good idea to confirm with clients what type of surface you will be dancing on.  I determine what I wear by the floor surface sometimes. Dancing on a grass - dark velvet. Especially with outdoor weddings/receptions. They usually  like you to dance on the grass.  Just be sure to wear darker colors.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-29T19:55:09Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Persian Dance</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/ae4f8578-6156-49e8-9c63-a30728e5863c</id>
    <updated>2006-09-04T19:22:27Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-31T18:40:23Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I'm thinking of learning  Persian Dance. Since I am half Persian and a dancer, figured I should learn it, since it is part of my culture and all.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I'm part Irish too, but step dancing doesn't really appeal to me. I haven't studied a new dance form in 8 years or so, so I am a bit nervou and  excited to learn this.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Soooo, if anyone out there has any knowledge of this dance form, please share. I'm hungry.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-31T18:40:23Z</dc:date>
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    <title>me new dance goals fer Sept</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/e623955b-ebec-424d-a486-10a50836c9a3</id>
    <updated>2006-08-22T17:42:54Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Reverse figure 8 with egyptian shimmy..yea&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-22T17:42:54Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Bella</title>
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    <author>
      <name>zelideth</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/3a6efe4b-634f-4b8b-bad4-084146a6c326</id>
    <updated>2006-08-08T21:28:38Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-08T19:08:40Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Ok, so I was looking at someone's bella on-line and there was a one-line thing that said:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;There are terrible rumors that Bella might be retiring soon
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Is this true???????????????????  NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Has anyone else heard anything like this?&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-08-08T19:08:40Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Classes start again August 7</title>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b08ead30-843f-418d-a63d-187d2699292e" />
    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b08ead30-843f-418d-a63d-187d2699292e</id>
    <updated>2006-08-06T20:11:39Z</updated>
    <published>2006-08-06T20:11:39Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Can't wait to see my dancers again and welcome all the new one's. Yea! ...Wow that 'vacation' went fast.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>my dance inspiration</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/de6b3f08-341c-4514-a4da-5c579bb18d4b</id>
    <updated>2006-07-30T17:33:00Z</updated>
    <published>2006-07-25T22:05:56Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHSnHrWDsdc
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I rented a video from Sami Rami's years ago and never forgot her. She wore a fire dress and was so adorable. She was the first dancer I saw do a full backbend and i have been inspired ever since. One of my favorites!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>"A Night in the Oasis, Oriental Bazaar" July 29th 2006 730pm - 10pm</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Dalloua</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/01615c31-b865-4af5-b747-32faba354046</id>
    <updated>2006-07-18T00:35:22Z</updated>
    <published>2006-07-18T00:35:22Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Date &amp;amp; Time: Saturday, July 29, 2006
&lt;br/&gt;7:30 PM  - 10:00 PM
&lt;br/&gt;Location: Java Cafe 
&lt;br/&gt;11755 Fair Oaks Blvd 
&lt;br/&gt;Fair Oaks, CA 95628 view map  
&lt;br/&gt;More Info: (916) 961-2739
&lt;br/&gt;www.dalloua.com  
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Dalloua Dance Company is Proud to bring you 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;"A Night in the Oasis, Oriental Bazaar" July 29th 2006 730pm - 10pm 
&lt;br/&gt;This has become a semi annual event for Dalloua and their friends, and they 
&lt;br/&gt;are excited to bring you a fun and thrilling event. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;So without further ado... 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Please come and Join Dalloua and Friends in celebrating the summer season 
&lt;br/&gt;with an Oriental Bazaar! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Come and enjoy the splendid atmosphere of Java Cafe while sipping their on 
&lt;br/&gt;tap beers and enjoying delectable handmade food. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sit back and be prepared to be swept away with the enchanting dance 
&lt;br/&gt;performances put on by some of the Sacramento area's and beyond best 
&lt;br/&gt;dancers! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Seating is limited so please arrive early!! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Location: 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Java Cafe 
&lt;br/&gt;(916) 961-2739 
&lt;br/&gt;11755 Fair Oaks Blvd (on the corner of Madison and Fair Oaks) 
&lt;br/&gt;Fair Oaks, CA 95628 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;**If you are interested in performing, there is still room availible, please 
&lt;br/&gt;contact Mina at dalloua@dalloua.com or Samirah at samirah@dalloua.com.** 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;PS, I advise if you have folding chairs to please bring them as seating is 
&lt;br/&gt;always limited and we seem to always have a full house. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Thank you for your continued support and interest! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mina 
&lt;br/&gt;Dalloua Dance Co Director 
&lt;br/&gt;dalloua@gmail.com 
&lt;br/&gt;dalloua@dalloua.com 
&lt;br/&gt;mina@dalloua.com 
&lt;br/&gt;Dalloua.com 
&lt;br/&gt;dallouadance.tribe.net 
&lt;br/&gt;phone: 707-623-6959 
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-07-18T00:35:22Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>OOh La La Rocked at Wiggles</title>
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    <author>
      <name>samirahdalloua</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/fc6e8f8b-be93-4110-afd1-4903f2b9b27c</id>
    <updated>2006-07-12T16:39:55Z</updated>
    <published>2006-07-10T20:54:00Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;thank you ladies for puting on such a beautiful and fun routine. It was great to see you ladies there and, as always, your smiles and talents are very inspiring.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Can't wait to see you ladies perform again. ...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;I will see some of you at our next Java Cafe on July 29th.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;****HUGS*****
&lt;br/&gt;Samirah with Dalloua Dance Company&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-07-10T20:54:00Z</dc:date>
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    <title>Congrats Shab and Mandy!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>Dalloua</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/f2036674-fc83-48b3-992e-1969d2979e2e</id>
    <updated>2006-07-10T19:29:43Z</updated>
    <published>2006-07-10T17:43:00Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;WOOOHOOO!!! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;You ladies always kick so much ass!!! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Shake it and break it! Hands down you rule!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mina&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-07-10T17:43:00Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>sorry tribe</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/3caba14b-c549-4fa6-90bb-e134215c9c63</id>
    <updated>2006-07-05T19:10:43Z</updated>
    <published>2006-07-05T18:34:36Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I've neglected you. Been too busy to post and update. I'll be back soon.....&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-07-05T18:34:36Z</dc:date>
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    <title>videos ready....</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b2cccd48-f456-4b4d-a272-fd401b91147d</id>
    <updated>2006-06-28T01:38:31Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-28T01:38:31Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;DVD's are ready for all performers that shook it at QoB event. Contestants dvd's are being worked on now and should be done by next week at the latest. If you would like a copy of your performance please send an email to:
&lt;br/&gt;info@queenofthebay.com.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;We can mail dvd's  and score sheets together if you like. Let us know.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Sorry for not updating my tribe...too busy to go online lately ;(.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Please continue to shake it everyone.
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    <dc:creator>shabnamorama</dc:creator>
    <dc:date>2006-06-28T01:38:31Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Queen of the Bay - Results</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/6aaf8ed7-ac81-489a-bd63-fa26109a0d17</id>
    <updated>2006-06-21T05:33:31Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-19T03:56:00Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Thank you all for making this event such a huge success! I will be rifling  through the hundreds (1000's?) of photos Micheal Baxter took, and will have them posted soon.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Congratulations to all the wonderful dancers that participated! Much love to everyone...
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;1st Place - Zahara
&lt;br/&gt;2nd - Mina
&lt;br/&gt;3rd - Leylah Jamal
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-19T03:56:00Z</dc:date>
  </entry>
  <entry>
    <title>Shake It Don't Break It!!</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/b3e349e0-12df-469d-abd7-3c4433788d3e</id>
    <updated>2006-06-18T15:20:45Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-16T20:12:54Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Saturday June 17, 2006
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;See ya'll soon!
&lt;br/&gt;http://www.queenofthebay.com&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-16T20:12:54Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Pre Sale Tickets end Wednesday</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/45f85a58-288e-46a8-89ef-523bc13d205f</id>
    <updated>2006-06-13T22:09:38Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-13T19:00:12Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Beautiful Dancers,
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Just want to give you a heads up:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Pre-Sale tickets for Queen of the Bay will end Wednesday June 14!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;www.queenofthebay.com &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-13T19:00:12Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>queen of the bay categories</title>
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    <author>
      <name>kamille</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/23f5ee26-9d1e-4dd7-9a19-8bf9ac5f2784</id>
    <updated>2006-06-09T18:31:57Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-08T18:59:56Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Where can I find what the categories are?  I was searching the website, but somehow I'm missing it!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-08T18:59:56Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Stage dimensions / Info</title>
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    <author>
      <name>shabnamorama</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/shabnam/thread/4f0b2bc7-f7ef-4b93-af9b-3f0f81a726f7</id>
    <updated>2006-06-07T06:45:13Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-07T06:45:13Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Dancers and Queen contestants, you will be receiving this info soon but:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The stage dimensions are 29" x 31"  and  is a flat floor surface with seating on the same level. The floor is wood. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;There will be a videographer and a photographer at event.  No outside videotaping  or  photograpy will be allowed.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;See ya'll soon!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-07T06:45:13Z</dc:date>
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