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climb_maintain5_10 t1_j5r8zff wrote

Reply to Salsa bars or dance classes?! by Status_Quail_2559

West Coast Swing - A great social style and rhythm. An incredible community.

https://www.thedancingfools.com/

http://www.xgenboston.com/local-venues

As far as Salsa. I’ve never been, but seems like it is more of a college hang-out with the occassional exhibition style choreographed or partner-patterend performances vs a true social salsa club. But, I’ve never been so I could be wrong.

Once upon a time Providence had popular monthly dance that pulled dancers from all around the region.

Contact folks at https://www.twirlthegirl.com/

Your caveat about not looking for the “wedding style” dance lessons tells me you have a clue about what true social dancing provides. Also, your emphasis on movement translating to potential dance interests is really telling of your interest and appreciation. Good luck!! I’ve been away from the social dance scene for too long, but pandemic has definitely had an impact. I sense the community anchors have somewhat lost hold, but hopefully I am wrong.

DM me if you’d like to chat more. I hope you and your partner the best. Also, remember, Love to Dance, Don’t Dance to Love. Dance with as many people as possible!!!

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Proof-Variation7005 t1_j5r1ar8 wrote

Reply to comment by Julia_Seizure in American Wire Residential Lofts, Regency Plaza, US Rubber Lofts ect. Are any of these places better than the others or worth it? by UnlikelyAd7598

>The second year was much worse since we had an awful neighbor who loved to play old town road on repeat all day and night, and the walls are really thin

That's just what people did in 2017. Can't fault this person at all. They were a product of the times.

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boop-snoot-boogie t1_j5qws1n wrote

Reply to comment by boop-snoot-boogie in Commute to Boston commuter rail by Annual_Account9238

A lot of people don't utilize the Peter Pan bus either - at one point I was alternating between Amtrak, MBTA, and Peter Pan. Between the three of those you basically have the flexibility to get from here to there at any time during the day. It's not super luxurious, but it's good in a pinch if you miss your train and they also offer 10-packs at a discount.

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boop-snoot-boogie t1_j5qwaj1 wrote

Reply to Commute to Boston commuter rail by Annual_Account9238

Sometimes driving into Quincy and taking the red line the whole way makes sense, especially if you're not starting in Providence (highly recommend living within walking distance to the train station - truly life-changing with that commute). That said, if you don't mind the short drive to Providence from EP the move is to park in the mall garage because you don't have to play parking chicken. Also a monthly Amtrak pass is not that much more that a monthly MBTA pass, there's also the 10-packs of tickets at a flat rate - everything you need to know is here https://www.amtrak.com/deals-discounts/multi-ride-rail-passes/multi-ride.html

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theVulture t1_j5qri6v wrote

Reply to Coffee shops downtown by AJP51017

Not a coffee shop but my favorite lunch spot downtown is Serendipity. They have a great buffet but they also have a little deli window with amazing breakfast and lunch sandwiches that don’t break the bank.

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dillydilly9999 t1_j5qodgm wrote

Reply to American Wire Residential Lofts, Regency Plaza, US Rubber Lofts ect. Are any of these places better than the others or worth it? by UnlikelyAd7598

Lived in Regency for a year. Good place if you’re willing to shell out the money. Place was generally quiet (I was on the highway side), secure, and property management was pretty quick to respond to things.

Biggest downside was the cost. $1800 for a one bed, parking and utilities. Some units were definitely dated so you’d want to see which exact one you’d be living in. Price was supposed to include the amenities (gym, pool, movie theater, tennis court) which might make the cost worth it, but I found myself rarely using any of them.

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Junior_Ambition_6624 t1_j5qd806 wrote

Reply to comment by Automatic-Attempt-81 in American Wire Residential Lofts, Regency Plaza, US Rubber Lofts ect. Are any of these places better than the others or worth it? by UnlikelyAd7598

They have serious noise problem. Thin floor and wall. You can hear every foot step of your higher level. Music and conversation from next door and street. Loud club music nearby bar every Friday night. It feels like i’m living in a college dorm paying $2.5k. I think you have good experience because the building is only occupied less than 50% so far.

Also I guess it depends who you have as next door and sharing the floor.. aside from that it’s a nice building but noise issue is a deal breaker for me. I can’t wait to move out from this building.

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