Raul Santiago — If you live in L.A. or are in town for a visit, treat yourself to a dance lesson with this fantastic instructor. He knows everything — salsa, cha cha, rumba, tango, hustle, and more! It's fun — I swear.

Justin Evans — Visit justinevans.com, the web site of my friend Justin and his spine-tingling, gorgeously written first novel, A Good and Happy Child. It's terrific — put it on your reading list.

Salsa New York — Check out NYC's mambo calendar page.

APA (American Poolplayers Association) — Find out how you can join a pool team.