August 18 ~ Ottoman Trading Co. Summer Hafla Melody and Gilana will be performing there!! Come see the new bellydance calendars that Ottoman will be putting out. Melody is Miss May!!!!!!!! August 23 - 26 ~ Emerald Sanctuary This is a great event that is put on by the fabulous dancer INDIGO at Sun Lakes Resort. September 28 - 30 ~ Double Crown A wonderful bellydance competition put on by Zaina Hart in Portland OR. September two new classes with Melody!!! Please see our Workshop page for more information. November 25th ~ The Gypsy's Sword A two hour workshop with Melody that will focus on the proper use of the sword in dance, as well as it's history and origins. Learn the tricks of the Basque Gypsies as well as some Turkish and Middle Eastern influences. Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm Place: Ottoman Trading Company in Country Village on Bothell/Everett Hwy. January 20TH, 2008 ~ Call in for Fete (open or hafla style) dancers for the 2008 Emerald Rain Bellydance Competition!!!!!!! Call in will start at Noon on Sunday Jan. 20 and go until all spaces are taken. Please call (425) 970-9161. DO NOT LEAVE A MESSAGE ON THE LINE. You must speak with a real person to confirm your spot. Spots are limited so call early and call until you talk with an actual representative of Emerald Rain Bellydance Co.