Salty Jen Happy Dance

03/04/2026

Get ready to spring into action, Central Florida! 🍀🌷

March is officially here, and the dance floor is heating up. We have a packed calendar of classes, socials, and events for all skill levels. Whether you are a regular or new to the community, come join the fun and make some happy memories.

See the full March schedule on our website:
https://saltyjenhappydance.com/march-dance-opportunities-2/

👟 Dancer Perk: Don't rely on luck to stay comfortable on your feet! Get 10 percent off shoes, boots, orthotics, and accessories from Dance Connection using: https://www.danceconnection.com/desireejennings

02/04/2026

Fall in Love with Dancing this February! ❤️💃

The month of love is here, and we have a schedule packed with opportunities to do what makes your heart happy—dance!

Whether you are looking for a fun date night idea, a way to meet new friends, or just want to keep your line dance skills sharp, we have a spot for you. Check out the full calendar of classes and socials for both Villagers and the general public.

See the February lineup here: https://saltyjenhappydance.com/february-dance-opportunities-2/

👟 Dancer Perk: Treat yourself (or your Valentine) to the best gear! Get 10 percent off shoes, boots, orthotics, and accessories from Dance Connection using: https://www.danceconnection.com/desireejennings

01/28/2026

What a joy! 💛

Here’s a highlight clip from the SHINDIG! 2026 Country Couples Workshop with Paul & Linda — connection, laughter, and some seriously smooth dancing.

Thank you to everyone who jumped in and made this workshop so special.

🎶 Relive the moment below

01/10/2026

🎉 SHINDIG! 2026 – What a Dance-Filled THREE days! 🎉

We officially had (26) dances planned on the roster, and yes, the step sheets were displayed and ready for everyone! But honestly… we kind of lost count of how many we actually danced.

We had SIX incredible Line Dance instructors teaching at least 17 dances (and counting). Big love to:

DJ Bobby Laredo first to arrive, last to leave, spinning over 30 hours of SHINDIG! 2026!

Dan Albro – amazing, danced along, called steps when needed, and made every class feel magical (THANK YOU for Day of the Dead – Love It!).
Ed Evangelista – unstoppable energy; we honestly don’t know how many dances he taught!
Local favorite Dawn Lesick
Lynn Hicks
Miller
Paul Brown

And our 9 Partner Dances kept the floors full, taught by:
Dan-Kelly Dan Albro
Paul Brown & Linda Byrum
Stetsen & Tianna Miller

Impromptu teach on the floor with Jason Sutton & Sharon Haynes

What fun! Every dance, every instructor, every dancer brought so much energy and joy.

Here’s a look at the official step sheets, Line dances first, then Partner:

LINE DANCES
Boots On – Ed Evangelista
Sink or Swim – Ed Evangelista
It Goes Like This – Dawn Lesick
It Goes Like This – Wendy Mager
Buy My Own Drinks – Lynn Card & Tianna Miller
Blowin’ Smoke – Joy Kennedy
6 Months Later – Dan Albro
Cowboys & Dreamers – Dan Albro
Stomp 2,3,4 – Rob Fowler
Boots – Ed Evangelista
Hate A Small Town – Ed Evangelista
Shuttin Down The Holler – Lisa M. Johns-Grose
Back Of My Truck – Jerri Lynn Hicks
Love in the Country – Jerri Lynn Hicks & Tammy Depascale
Kick Drum – Jerri Lynn Hicks
Texas – Dan Albro
PARTNER DANCES
H***y Tonk Till It Hurts – Dan & Kelly Albro
We’re Choosin’ Texas – Dan & Kelly Albro
Much 2 Late – Dan & Kelly Albro
Strangers – Dan & Kelly Albro
Never Ever – Paul Brown & Linda Byrum
Careless Whisper – Jason Sutton & Sharon Haynes
I Wish You Would – Paul Brown & Linda Byrum
Sweet Hurt – Paul Brown & Linda Byrum
The Getting By – Dan & Kelly Albro

💃 To everyone who danced, cheered, or supported SHINDIG! 2026 — we want to see your highlights! Share your favorite photos and videos, tag us, and let’s relive all the joy, laughter, and magical moments together.

01/10/2026

💃✨ An unforgettable 3 days of dancing! ✨🕺

Our hearts are full. Thank you to every dancer, instructor, performer, and friends who showed up and helped make this event so special.

There were so many magical moments, too many to count…
🎶 Dan performing Sweet Delight live while dancers moved to Sweet Delights
💍 Longtime dance lovers Burt & Sheryl getting engaged — yes, really!
💃 Laughter, connection, surprise friendships, and full dance floors

We’ll be sharing highlight photos and videos over the next few days, and we invite YOU to do the same — tag us, share your favorites, and relive the magic together.

From the bottom of our dancing hearts — thank you for being part of the Salty Jen Happy Dance story. 💖

Paul Brown
Little Red's Chicken and BBQ
Bobby Laredo

01/02/2026

🍔🌟 January 6 ONLY - That One Place, LLC Food Truck Menu for SHINDIG! 2026 🌟🍔

We’re pleased to share the specially curated food truck menu for SHINDIG! 2026 – Country Couples with Paul & Linda, happening Tuesday, January 6 in Wildwood, FL.

This delicious lineup is being provided by a family- and veteran-owned food truck from Dunnellon, serving artisan meals and desserts on wheels throughout Florida. They’ve created a menu just for our dancers — satisfying, easy to enjoy, and perfect for a night of dancing 💃🕺

✨ Gluten-free buns available!

We invite you to plan to grab a bite before class or between dances — tasty food will be on site 4:00–7:00 PM, so you can fuel up without missing any of the fun!

📅 Tuesday, January 6
📍 Wildwood Community Center

Take a look at the menu below 👇 and let us know what you’re most excited to try!

12/31/2025

Happy New Year, Dancers! Welcome to 2026! 🥂✨

It is time to turn the page and start a brand new year of fun, friends, and floor time. We hope your holidays were wonderful and that you are ready to get moving again!

Let's start 2026 on the right foot (literally). The January calendar is ready and packed with opportunities to dance, whether you are looking to learn something new or just enjoy your favorite songs with the community.

Check out everything happening this month: https://saltyjenhappydance.com/january-dance-opportunities-2/

👟 Dancer Perk: Start the year with comfortable feet! Get 10 percent off shoes, boots, orthotics, and accessories from Dance Connection using: https://www.danceconnection.com/desireejennings

12/31/2025

🚨 THIS IS THE ONE, SHINDIG DANCERS! 🚨

We’re bringing Dan & Kelly Albro here so you don’t have to travel across the country. They’re coming for our local dance community — and this only works if YOU show up.

Events like this don’t happen by accident. They require real participation. When attendance is strong, we can keep bringing in top instructors and creating experiences like this right here at home.

If you want more local dance events, this is your moment.
Register. Show up. Be part of it.

https://www.tixtree.com/e/shindig-2026-country-workshops-dances-featuring-dan-kelly-albro-cd6250b8928a

💃🕺 Let’s make SHINDIG 2026 one to remember.

by Salty Jen Happy Dance

12/29/2025

We listened to your feedback! This Jan 7–8 event has:

More workshops
More instructors
Limited tickets for more space to dance

Plus prizes including a chance to win a cruise and open dances with DJ Bobby Laredo

🎟 Tickets:

by Salty Jen Happy Dance

12/29/2025

Guess we've eaten our way to the top! You should too, simply delicious. Little Red's will be at the Wildwood Community Center on January 7 starting at 11 am. Come hungry!

With Little Red's Chicken and BBQ – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

12/22/2025

This January in Wildwood, Florida, we’re creating the kind of dance event people talk about after it’s over.

✔️ Spacious floor
✔️ Friendly, welcoming dancers
✔️ Workshops you actually use
✔️ Social dancing that goes late because no one wants to leave

🎟️ Limited tickets so everyone gets space, attention, and connection.

If you wait and it sells out… you’ll be watching the photos instead of being in them.

Join us in January. https://www.tixtree.com/e/shindig-2026-country-workshops-dances-featuring-dan-kelly-albro-cd6250b8928a

Little Red's Chicken and BBQ Bobby Laredo

by Salty Jen Happy Dance