Get Out: Latin Dancing, Line Dancing and Sexy Lingerie!!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Look no further! We've got you covered with a round-up of the liveliest events and activities happening in the neighborhood this weekend. From Valentine's Day soirees, to Latin Dance parties, this is the weekend to grab a loved one and enjoy each other's company!

WHAT: LUSH: A Boogaloo Latin & Soul Dance Party

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, February 10, 8:00 p.m., Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, 1000 Washington Avenue

WHY GO: LUSH is an evening of local Latin-inspired cuisine, music, and revelry. Hosted by Brooklyn Botanic Garden, there will be an exclusive viewing of their coveted tropical orchids nursery - BBG is home to over 6,000 orchids! Barcelona-born and New York–based DJ Turmix launches the night spinning Latin rhythms before Spanglish Fly—one of only two boogaloo bands in the nation—rips through a set of the late 1960s dance music that took East Harlem by storm (the band will also offer a dance lesson for boogaloo newbies). Then, WFMU’s Mr. Fine Wine will continue the party with his collection of original 45s. BBG curator Dave Horak will bring guests behind the scenes of BBG’s orchid collection, introducing some of the world’s most remarkable specimens in BBG’s care. An open bar of fragrant juices and cocktails, as well as vibrant nibbles by Brooklyn foodmakers (many of which feature tropical fruits) will give guests the strength to dance all night.

HOW MUCH: $65; Buy tickets here

WHAT: Johntines Boutique Valentine’s Day Soiree

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, February 11, 2012, 332 Malcolm X Boulevard, Bklyn, NY

WHY GO: Come enjoy champagne and sweets as you sample plus-size lingerie and chic apparel all on sale

HOW MUCH: Free

WHAT: Balance Dance Theatre’s 1st Annual “Friends and Family” Fundraiser

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, February 10th at 7:00 p.m.  – 10:00 p.m. at Nova—The Village, 886 Pacific Street, Bklyn, NY

WHY GO: Meet and greet the company members of Balance Dance Theatre and its Artistic Director Baba Obediah Wright. Enjoy the casual atmosphere of The Village @ GUREJE - Renate Albertsen-Marton Gallery. There will be live entertainment, a light-buffet (come early), give-aways, and lots of positive energy to exchange.  Also, there will an exclusive sale of custom made "one-of-a-kind" fashions by Gureje "Jimi" reduced by more than 60-80%! All are welcomed. There will be alcoholic beverages served. Under age attendees must be accompanied by an adult/parent who will be responsible for their actions

HOW MUCH: $20 donation

WHAT: 1st Annual Get on the Good Foot Line Dancing Fundraiser

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m. – midnight, Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA, 1121 Bedford Avenue (corner of Monroe Street)

WHY GO: The event will be an instructional class that will work out your entire body while you boogie to R&B tunes. The fundraiser is to support the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA’s annual Strong Kids Campaign, which helps members of the Bedford-Stuyvesant community learn, grow and thrive through programs designed to bring families closer together, meet the fitness goals of health seekers, and engage youth in social activities that help to bolster self-esteem and self-awareness.

HOW MUCH: $12 in advance; $15 at the door

WHAT: “CIRCLE OF LOVE” DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE! 

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, February 11, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Bklyn, NY ,

WHY GO: Join us for our first ever Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance! Escort your Dad (or Mom!) to your first ever dress up dance.  Dress to impress, don’t be shy! Learn 2 dances from a Children’s dance instructor and enjoy light refreshments.

Each young belle of the ball will receive her own corsage at the door, and pose for a keepsake photo with her special date.

HOW Much: $30 per couple, $12 for each additional child. Members $20 per couple, $8 per additional child