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country western dance big band dance On Thurs., Jan. 23, the we will present our January Dance. If you remember those days before you retired, there was a lot of advice floating around about best to guarantee a great retirement. For example: "You should have a hobby that interests you," "If you can afford it, travel the globe," etc., etc. We are made up of those guys and gals that took that advice to heart. Because what they wanted to do more than anything else is play music, entertain people and make people happy. Now, you have these talented people living among you. They make up the membership of the Big Band, all 15 of them. Thurs., Jan. 23, is the first dance of the year. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the music starts at 6 pm in the Main Clubhouse Ballroom. Sign ups are in the Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room on Wed., Jan. 15, from 1 to 3pm. Table selection at 1:15 pm, price is $10 per member and $15 per guest. We will have bar service and hors d'oeuvre menus on the tables for purchase. Bring checks to early sing up or mail or drop off at 1298 Green Island St. CHECKS ONLY, PLEASE, payable to BBDC. It's that time of year and dues are due. $25 pp for membership from Jan. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Payment is due by Jan. 31. You may include your dues and dance fee on the same check if you wish. Applications are available in the Main Clubhouse on the activities board. Info. Sheila, 845-0484 or Ted, 845-0359. 80s plus club Another holiday season is upon us and we have a full schedule for December. Our one Country Western dance will be on Mon., Dec. 23, in the Main Clubhouse Ballroom at 7 pm. Monday? Yes, a Monday. We know this is an unusual day and is late in the month, but it was the best we could get. We are making this a FREE dance to encourage you to come and enjoy some holiday music and decorations. Line dance instructions will be Mon., Dec. 2 and 9, from 7 to 8:30 pm at the South Clubhouse. There will be no couples dance instruction this month. Finally, make plans to attend our 14th Annual New Year's Eve Dance on Dec. 31. Come and join your friends for an evening of fun, dancing and entertainment with a full catered dinner. We will celebrate a Texas New Year with a champagne toast and a lot of noise. All this for $14 pp. This year we will be at the North Clubhouse, from 7:30 to 11 pm. Space is limited to the first 50 paid sign ups. We need a minimum of 45 sign ups. Everyone is welcome to come. Check the rack in the Main Clubhouse for our flyer. For questions and information on these activities, call Joe or Jean at 769-9148. international dancers Hope all had a fun and tasty Thanksgiving! Our members are attending multiple dance classes and welcome others who are interested. Members are busy practicing skills for our 2014 performance. Info., Joan Lau (Chinese), 769-3978; Nora (Flamenco), 845-8333; Sussy (Folkloric), 797-3758; Sarah (Hawaiian), 769-1164; Diane, 769-0286. This is season to be thankful as we are for the 80s plus club. We are looking for new members if you are interested call Carol 769-7382 or Barb 845-7904. We meet the second Saturday of the month at the South Clubhouse at 3 pm. Spouses and caregivers are welcome. Dues are $10 per year. We enjoy socializing, food and entertainment each month. We had a new type of entertainment for the first time at our last meeting. Vanessa Albalos led her ladies in two Flamingo dances and Blanca Martines performed with her group in two Folkloric numbers. The ladies looked lovely in their colorful authentic dresses. Thank you for an enjoyable afternoon. Info., Barb, 845-7904 or Carol, 769-7382. social clubs & groups | sun lakes lifestyles | december 2013 | 15