GRF will host dances every Saturday in January

WEEKEND DANCES

People who love music and dancing can enjoy a month of music right here in Leisure World. The schedule is as follows: Big bang swing on Jan. 7 and 21 in Clubhouse 4

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing big band swing and jazz standards. The Velvetones play regularly at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sunday evenings, and the band will return on Sunday, Jan. 7 and the 21 from 6-9 p.m. in Clubhouse 4.

Vinyl Rock on Jan. 13

The Cabaret Entertainers will present Vinyl Rock on Saturday, Jan. 13, in Clubhouse 4 at 7 p.m. All are welcome but guests must be accompanied by the resident who invites them.

Vinyl Rock is an Orange County-based band consisting of eight members who passionately perform classic rock, pop and Motown tunes primarily from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. The band keeps the audience engaged, inviting them to participate in sing-alongs and mingling with them on the dance floor. They’ll have everyone smiling, singing, swinging and swaying to the songs they grew up listening to. The show is free to GRF members and their guests (over 18). Leisure suits, Fu Manchu ‘staches, mullets and big hair are welcome, but not required.

Country rock on Jan. 27

Abilene will host its monthly dance on Saturday, Jan. 27, in Clubhouse 2 at 7 p.m.

Abilene is Seal Beach Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band going strong for over 20 years. Terry Otte leads Abilene and shares singing duties with Tina Schaffer. Rounding out the group are guitarist Rod Anderson, drummer Jim Greer and bassist Doug Decker. Doors open at 6:30 and the music goes till 9.

GRF dance rules:

• No table saving. You may bring your own snacks.

• Attendees must be out of the clubhouse no later than 10 p.m. to permit adequate time for the custodian to tear down the setup and arrange the setup for the following day.

• No announcements are permitted from the stage, except by the bands

• Clubhouse lighting and audio- visual equipment can only be adjusted by the custodian according to the instructions they have been given

• Be sure to sign in, either as a resident or guest, in the proper spot. This is the only way GRF can judge the popularity of your favorite bands.

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra will perform Jan. 7 in Clubhouse 4.