Enjoy a country rock Halloween dance in October

GRF DANCES

Big band swing and jazz on Oct. 1

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing big band swing and jazz standards—music for dreaming and dancing.

The band is back in action on Sunday, Oct. 1 from 6-9 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. The Velvetones play regularly at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sunday evenings.

Classic rock, pop and Motown on Oct. 21 Cabaret Entertainers presents Vinyl Rock Saturday, Oct. 21, 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 and easily recognize.

The dance 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 Halloween party on Oct. 31

Abilene will be host its annual Halloween dance on Monday, Oct. 31, in Clubhouse 2 at 7 p.m., instead of the fourth Saturday. Costumes are optional, but don’t be late as it’s sure to be a packed house.

Abilene is Seal Beach Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band going strong for 20-plus years. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the music goes until 9.

Rules for GRF dances

• No table saving. People may bring their 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 (except New Year’s Eve).

• 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 peoples’ favorite bands.