Local to the St. Louis and Metro-East areas Lotus Arts Studio is my dance and yoga studio in Belleville. The home page of this site usually has upcoming events in the St. Louis area and information on when and where you can see Lauren and Hips Afire perform.
Aya Sofia Turkish restaurant has great food and great dancing. (Look for me the first Friday of every month -- make reservations!)
St. Louis Bellydancers is a local website with great info on local teachers, venues, and upcoming events.

Learn more about bellydancing Shira's comprehensive website is a great place to begin.
Belly Dance Stuff is my own growing site about the art form.

More to come...