Belly dancing, culture, and the energy of a great audience combine to raise funds October 13
What do hip shimmies and good works have to do with each other? They are connected – at
the “hip,” you might say -- to The Helping Hips, a group of belly dance devotees who commits
its sparkles, its energy, and its collective swaying hips each year to raise funds for a worthy
organization. This year’s Belly Dance Charity Gala is scheduled for Saturday, October 13,
2012, at the Roseland Ballroom, 174 Broadway, in Taunton. Proceeds will benefit The Family
Coalition for Medically Involved Children, a nonprofit organization that assists families whose
children are facing serious medical challenges. Tickets are limited and on sale now.
This star-studded show features renowned professional dancers from all over the region,
performing Arabic, Turkish, and fusion styles of belly dance. Some of the finest dancers in the
country will be showcased, as well as opportunities to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and a
silent auction with prizes to meet all interests. Details about the show and all the dancers can be
found at www.thehelpinghips.org.
The silent auction features highly desired items, such as sports paraphernalia and tickets,
massage gift certificates, artwork, services, and more.
Show producers, The Helping Hips, include belly dance fans, students, dancers, and volunteers.
Belly dance studio director, Aurel D’Agostino, of Ancient Art Studios in Berkley, MA founded
The Helping Hips to organize and promote charitable acts with the belly dance students who
studied with her. In time, the group redefined itself to include dancers from all over New
England who are now members of The Helping Hips. In the past four years, The Helping Hips
have raised more than $23,000 for nonprofit organizations.
Tickets are $40 through midnight October 11 or $50 after. To reserve tickets for pickup at the
door, call 508-822-6449 with your credit card or pay with PayPal at www.thehelpinghips.org
