'Salsa in the Park' offers free social dance throughout summer

Turning Anchorage's Town Square Park into a dance floor, salsa lessons are being offered all summer. "Salsa in the Park" is a community event held every Sunday 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. until August 12.

Sponsored by the Anchorage Downtown Partnership and Anaya Latin Dance, the group performs several different varieties of Latin dancing, with a focus on Salsa and Cuban music.There's also a chance to get in on some line dancing.

The event is open to dancers of all ages and levels of experience. Organizers say partners are not required.