Two upcoming events at Club 240 (Crescent Beach Legion) offer novel retro Christmas themes 鈥� a return to the '90s and the Lindy Hop dance style of the swing era.
On Saturday, Dec. 7, Arts Rock Society is inviting everyone to "party like it's 1999" at A Very 90s Christmas Volume 2, 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., at the Legion (2643 128 St.)
All proceeds will be donated to Whole Way House's The Orchard (housing for low-income tenants).
A follow up to last year's successful dance party, it's billed as "a night filled with all your favorite '90s hits."
Jim's Boutique (Jim Black), Richard Tichelman and his band and DJ Bob Rawz will be playing all the best music from the decade that brought us grunge, boy bands and so much more.
Attendees are invited to break out their ugliest Christmas sweater 鈥� plus flannel shirts, butterfly clips, and platform shoes 鈥� for a totally rad time (with prizes for best outfits).
The evening will also feature a photo booth and a 50/50 draw.
Tickets ($33.28) at available at
On Sunday Dec. 8, it's a chance to swing out to traditional jazz vibes, as Warrior Swing Dance Community presents a Christmas Lindy Hop Adventure.
The fun begins at 12:30 p.m. with a beginner Lindy Hop dance lesson at the WSDC studio on 16 A Ave.
The adventure continues with A Sparkle Swing Dance with the famed Arntzen Family Band (including Holly, Tom and Lloyd) at the White Rock Traditional Jazz Society's session, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the legion.
Total cost for lesson and dance is $30 per person, but participants must act fast 鈥� sales close Dec. 1.
For full information and tickets contact marielindyhop@proton.me or call 604-536-0195.
