Choose from two bands on New Year’s Eve

RECREATION

The GRF Recreation Department will host two consecutive New Year’s Eve celebrations this year: one for early birds and one for night owls.

The Velvetones from 5:30-9 p.m.— The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing Big Band Swing and jazz standards. This year, by popular demand, they will be back on New Year’s Eve in Clubhouse 4. Doors open at 5:30 and the band will play from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31.

Abilene from 9 p.m.12:30 a.m.— If you’re looking for a different vibe, Abilene will be holding its annual New Year’s Eve party on Saturday, Dec. 31, in Clubhouse 2 at 9 p.m. Abilene is Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band going strong for 20 years. Terry Otte leads Abilene, joined by Tina Schaffer, Rod Anderson, Doug Decker and Jim Greer. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and the music goes till midnight.

See page 11 for GRF dance rules.