2019
Performances
2019 PERFORMANCES
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New Year's Eve at RCL Branch 643 | Tuesday December 31, 2019
NOW SOLD OUT! We are heading back to this Legion where our dances are quite popular! The address is 110 Jutland Rd., in Etobicoke. It's just north of The Queensway, west off of Islington Avenue. Tickets were $60/person and available to the public. No refunds and no tickets will be sold at the door. If the Legion parking lot is full when you arrive, please park across Jutland Rd. in the Holy Angels school parking lot. Please enter the Holy Angels church parking lot, directly opposite the Legion driveway, drive in and then it's a left turn into the school parking lot. There is a seating plan inside the Legion based on the name of the person from whom you bought your tickets. It's a catered buffet dinner with a choice of three entrees! Call Peter at 416-464-8067 with any questions. Doors open at 5:00pm, dinner from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, and dancing from 8:00pm to 12:30am. Party favours and champagne at midnight. A door prize. Call the Legion at 416-259-0285. Visit www.rcl643.cac
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Christmas 50s/60s Dinner Dance | Saturday December 14, 2019
Only a few tickets left! The band has been invited to return to RCL Branch 643 for a hot turkey dinner with trimmings followed by a dance. A sellout in the last two years! The address is 110 Jutland Rd., in Etobicoke. Doors open at 5:00pm, dinner from 6:00pm to 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Open to the public! Tickets are $30/person. No refunds and there will be no tickets for sale at the door. Call the Legion at 416-231-2021 or Peter at 905-274-6131​. Visit www.rcl643.ca
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Halton Dance Party | Saturday December 7, 2019
We return for a twelfth dance with the Halton Dance Party at the Oakville Banquet Hall, 1494 Wallace Rd. in Oakville, near Third Line and Speers Rd. Open to everyone! Doors open at 6:30pm and dancing from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. Tickets are $20/person. $5.50 drinks. Chips and such can be purchased at the bar for $1.00. Coffee and sweets at 9:30pm. Great dancing for singles, couples and groups! Nearby parking and easy access to enter. For information, please contact: haltondanceparty@gmail.com or 416-209-5744 and leave a message. HDP supports several Halton Charities-view them at www.haltondanceparty.com/about/ Phone Peter for tickets at 905-274-6131.
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Private Function | Thursday December 5, 2019
A community group has asked the band to return and perform for the 3rd time, in an attractive banquet hall, at its Christmas dinner dance!
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Private Function | Sunday November 24, 2019
The band will perform for a special couple celebrating their 50th anniversary with friends at a golf club east of Toronto.
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Toronto Swing Dance Society's Friday Night Swing Dance | Friday November 8, 2019
The Toronto Swing Dance Society has invited the band to return for a special dance. Open to the public! There will be a DJ on the breaks, with dance styles ranging from East Coast Swing to West Coast Swing and even a little Ballroom, Hustle and Country 2Step. It will take place at the Lithuanian House, 1573 Bloor St. W., east of Keele St. and west of Dundas St. W. It is one block west of the Dundas West subway station, on the south side of Bloor St. Parking is available until midnight on Bloor St. and on the side streets. There is a Green P parking lot 50 yards north of Bloor St. on Dorval Rd.The dance fee is$5.00 for TSDS members and $10.00 for non-members, paid at the door. Doors open at 7:30 and there will be dancing until 11:45. Bar service is available but not required. A large wooden dance floor! Founded in 1989, TSDS is Canada’s longest-running and largest Swing Dance group. It is a not-for-profit community organization, run entirely by dedicated and unpaid volunteers. Visit www.TSDS.ca.
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Music To Remember Dance | Saturday November 2, 2019
Fewer than 20 tickets are left to buy! It will be the George Lake BIG Band and Little Peter and the Elegants returning to bring you terrific music from the 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s. Visit their website at www.georgelakebigband.com. The dance will be upstairs at the Port Credit Legion Br. 82, 35 Front St. N. in south Mississauga. A large dance floor and an elevator provided. Reserved seating! The upstairs doors will open at 7:00pm (not before) and then dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am with the two bands alternating sets, using two stages. Tickets are $30/person, $35 at the door. Sandwiches will be served by 9:00pm. Purchase tickets in Port Credit at Impressionable Gifts & Decor, 74 Lakeshore Rd. E., 905-271-8999 (closed Mondays) or phone Peter for tickets or with questions at 905-274-6131. We will bring back wonderful musical memories for you!
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Rockin' Rollin' Halloween Hop | Saturday October 26, 2019
CANCELLED due to a date conflict at the Legion. The band is very sorry! It was to be our 9th dance at the Burlington Legion, Br. 60. Tickets were $20/person and you should ask the Legion for any refund. The address is 828 Legion Rd., in Burlington. For information, call the Legion bar at 905-639-6060 or email Linda at lindiefle@hotmail.com. Visit www.burlingtonlegion.com
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Dakota's Sports Bar and Grill | Friday October 18, 2019
The band makes its debut at this special Club where great bands come to play. We hope our strong Etobicoke following will come out to support us! The band will perform from 8:00pm to 12:00am on the raised stage. You will enjoy the food quality and there is no charge at the door. There is a dance floor! The address of Dakota's is 2814 Lake Shore Blvd. W., near Third St., east of Islington Ave., in Etobicoke. Please phone for reservations at 647-352-2814. Visit www.dakotassportsbarandgrill.com
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Private Function | Sunday October 6, 2019
We have been invited to perform at a party in a Brampton banquet hall.
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50s & 60s Music Hop | Saturday October 5, 2019
We return to the Kincardine Legion Br. 183 for the 8th time, 219 Lambton St. in Kincardine. Tickets are $20/person and munchies are provided. Doors open at 7:00pm and the band plays from 8:00pm to 12:00am. The public is welcome. Purchase tickets at Harbour Rose Boutique, 787 Queen St. or at the Legion bar. Phone 519-396-3837. Visit www. kincardinelegion.com
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Private Function | Saturday September 28, 2019
A golf club, north of Toronto, has asked the band to return for a 2nd year to perform at this Fall bash!
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Halton Dance Party | Saturday September 7, 2019
We return for an eleventh dance with the Halton Dance Party at the Oakville Banquet Hall, 1494 Wallace Rd. in Oakville, near Third Line and Speers Rd. Open to everyone! Doors open at 6:30pm and dancing from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. Tickets are $20/person. $5.50 drinks. Chips and such can be purchased at the bar for $1.00. Coffee and sweets at 9:30pm. Great dancing for singles, couples and groups! Nearby parking and easy access to enter. For information, please contact: haltondanceparty@gmail.com or 416-209-5744 and leave a message. HDP supports several Halton Charities-view them at www.haltondanceparty.com/about/ Phone Peter for tickets at 905-274-6131.
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Labour Day Rock 'n' Roll | Monday September 2, 2019
The band will perform on this long weekend from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at RCL Branch 643. The address is 110 Jutland Rd., in Etobicoke. Open to the public and no admission charge, however, you will want to buy a meal and drinks at the BBQ! Call the Legion at 416-231-2021. Visit www.rcl643.ca
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Private Function | Friday August 30, 2019
A Mississauga-area golf club has asked the band to perform on the outdoor patio following a special BBQ!
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Bowmanville Concerts in the Park | Thursday August 29, 2019
We are returning for a 9th consecutive year and we're again the closing act like last year. You, your family and friends are invited to join us in Rotary Park, 194 Queen St. in Bowmanville. It is a beautiful park with the band performing under the gazebo. Concerts are free to the public and held, rain or shine, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. Check this year's Thursday night line-up! June13-Charles Street Band, June 20-ABBAMANIA, June 27-Fade Kings, July4-Rainstone, July 11-Clarington Concert Band, July 18-Swing Shift Big Band, July 25-Emily Creek, August1-Toronto All-Star Big Band, August8-Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band, August 15-Fleetwood Mac Mania, August 22- Green River Revival (CCR tribute band), August 29-Little Peter and the Elegants
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Private Function | Saturday August 24, 2019
The band looks forward to performing at a special birthday party.
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Wheels on the Danforth | Saturday August 17, 2019
We return to this street festival for a 4th time, near 3400 Danforth Ave. at Danforth Rd. in Scarborough. Our performance will be from 1:00pm to 2:15pm. The band will include the 11 song set list that ShaNaNa performed at Woodstock 50 years ago! This family-friendly community event is Toronto's only street-judged car show. Come out and enjoy bands, DJs, food vendors, a kid's zone and 100s of Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Exotics! Visit www.wheelsonthedanforth.com
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Private Function | Friday August 16, 2019
The band heads to Prince Edward County where we help a couple celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary!
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Anglo-Indian Association Dinner Dance | Friday August 2, 2019
This Association proudly celebrates Anglo-Indian Day with a special evening at the Grand Taj Banquet & Convention Centre, 6915 Dixie Rd. Unit 20, Mississauga (north of Hwy. 401, just south of Derry Rd). The price is $40 per member and $45 per non-member. The public is welcome! You will love the sumptuous (not too hot) Indian buffet, door prizes, cash bar and large dance floor. There is a 50s and 60s dress code! The event runs from 6:30pm to 1:00am. Still some tickets are left to buy! Phone Leslie for tickets at 416-561-6249.
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50s/60s Dance | Saturday July 27, 2019
We return to the Long Branch Legion Br. 101 upstairs where we sold out in May with close to 200 people on the large dance floor. The address is 3850 Lake Shore Blvd. W. in Etobicoke. You can take the GO train to the Long Branch station or a TTC streetcar to the Long Branch loop and it's a short walk to the Legion. Lots of parking at the Legion and in the GO train parking lot. Open to the public and an elevator is available. Doors open at 7:00pm, dancing 8:00pm to 12:00am, late night snacks served. Tickets are $20/person. For information, please call the Legion at 416-255-4535 or Peter at 905-274-6131. Visit www.legion101.com
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Gore Park Summer Promenade | Friday July 26, 2019
The Downtown Hamilton BIA has invited the band back to perform for a 5th year in Gore Park, downtown Hamilton. We will be on stage outdoors from 12:00 noon to 2:00pm. The park is near James St. and King St. Check the BIA website at downtownhamilton.org/gore-park-summer-promenade
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Classics and Rods Review Show | Sunday July 7, 2019
We hope you will come out to the Mississauga SportZone at 5600 Rose Cherry Place, part of the Paramount Fine Foods Centre in Mississauga. It will be the largest show in Mississauga for all makes and years of vehicles. The event takes place from 9:00am to 4:00pm, rain or shine, and the band will perform from 11:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Admission is $20 per vehicle to park your car in the “auto field” for showing. Spectators are asked to contribute to the charity ErinOaksKids Centre when you arrive. There will be vendors, door prizes and trophies to registered vehicles. It supports ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development. Food and drinks for sale. Visit www.mississaugaclassiccarclub.com
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Social House Harmonies | Monday July 1, 2019
The band makes its debut at the Port Credit Social House, 1 Port St. E., from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm outdoors on Canada Day. The location is in the Marina parking lot, just south of Port St. E., east of Stavebank Rd. S. and west of Elizabeth St. S. It's an easy-going bar and guests of all ages are welcome. There will be an outdoor Beer Garden and BBQ near the outdoor stage. As you approach the parking attendant's cabin, mention you are going to the Social House so you don't pay the $10. Why not reserve a few chairs in the Beer Garden at 905-815-7515?
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Music on the Barge | Sunday June 30, 2019
The band is heading to Gull Lake Rotary Park in Gravenhurst where live music is enjoyed by the water Sunday evenings during the summer. A tradition for over 50 years! Admission is by a free-will offering. We will perform from 7:30pm to 9:00pm.The Park is located at Brock St. and Bethune Dr., in Gravenhurst. Visit www.gravenhurst.ca/en/explore-and-play/music-on-the-barge.aspx
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Private Function | Monday June 24, 2019
A seniors centre in Burlington has hired the band to perform at noon as a way to kick-off summer with a barbeque
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The Queensway Butter Tart Festival | Saturday June 22, 2019
This community festival takes place in Etobicoke's Queensway Park, 8 Avon Park Drive which is between Islington Ave. and Royal York Rd., just north of The Queensway. It's the 6th annual summer festival and runs from 11:00am to 8:00pm. We perform twice! The entertainment schedule is: 11:00 to 11:45 Little Peter and the Elegants, 12:30 to 1:00 GFORCE, 1:30 to 2:30 The Dreamboats, 3:00 to 4:00 Little Peter and the Elegants, 4:30 to 5:30 Polky Village Band, 5:45 to 6:45 Sweet Derrick, 7:00 to 8:00 Material Men. You will love the Superdogs dog show near the main stage! A beer garden, too. Visit www.queenswaybuttertartfestival.com
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Halton Dance Party | Saturday June 8, 2019
We are returning for a 10th dance with the Halton Dance Party. 150 people are expected at the Oakville Banquet Hall, 1494 Wallace Rd. in Oakville, near Third Line and Speers Rd. Open to everyone! Doors open at 6:30pm and dancing from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. Tickets are $20/person. $5.50 drinks. Chips and such can be purchased at the bar for $1.00. Coffee and sweets at 9:30pm. Great dancing for singles, couples and groups! Nearby parking and easy access to enter. For information, please contact: haltondanceparty@gmail.com or 416-209-5744 and leave a message. HDP supports several Halton Charities-view them at www.haltondanceparty.com/about/ Phone Peter for tickets at 905-274-6131.
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Private Function | Wednesday June 5, 2019
The band has been invited to perform for a community group, in Burlington, following its AGM and dinner.
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Pickering Ribfest | Sunday June 02, 2019
The band returns to the Pickering Ribfest which takes place in The Esplanade Park in Pickering. Our show will be from 5:00pm to 7:30pm. Exit Hwy. 401 at Brock Rd., head north, then west on Kingston Rd., south on Valley Farm Rd. and park at the Pickering Recreation Complex on your left at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. It is then an easy walk across Valley Farm Rd. to The Esplanade Park and you will see the stage as soon as you enter. This ribfest is brought to you by the Rotary Clubs of Ajax and Pickering. You will enjoy the midway rides, games and food. There will be 9 award-winning ribbers. Free parking, free admission, free entertainment. Please no pets and no smoking. Visit www.pickeringribfest.com
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Private Function | Friday May 31, 2019
A Mississauga-area golf club has asked the band to perform on the outdoor patio following a special BBQ!
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50s/60s Dance | Saturday May 25, 2019
NOW SOLD OUT! The band heads back to the Long Branch Legion Br. 101 upstairs where there is a large dance floor and stage. The address is 3850 Lake Shore Blvd. W. in Etobicoke. You can take the GO train to the Long Branch station or a TTC streetcar to the Long Branch loop and it's a short walk to the Legion. Lots of parking at the Legion and in the GO train parking lot. Open to the public and an elevator is available. Doors open at 7:00pm, dancing 8:00pm to 12:00am, late night snacks served. Tickets were $15/person. For information, please call the Legion at 416-255-4535 or Peter at 905-274-6131. Visit www.legion101.com
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Spring Fling Fund Raiser Dance | Saturday May 4, 2019
We return to the Ajax Legion Br. 322 for a 5th time where these dances tend to sell out. The address is 111 Hunt St. in Ajax. It's upstairs and there's an elevator. Doors open at 7:00pm, dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Tickets are $20/person and a snack will be served at 9:30pm. Phone 905-683-2927. Visit www.rcl322.com
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50s & 60s Music Hop | Saturday April 27, 2019
We return to the Kincardine Legion Br. 183 for the 7th time, 219 Lambton St. in Kincardine. Only a few tickets are left! Tickets are $20/person and munchies are provided. Doors open at 7:00pm and the band plays from 8:00pm to 12:00am. The public is welcome. Purchase tickets at Harbour Rose Boutique, 787 Queen St. or at the Legion bar. Phone 519-396-3837. Visit www. kincardinelegion.com
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50s/60s Dinner & Dance | Saturday April 20, 2019
NOW SOLD OUT! The band is returning to The Moose Lodge, on the main floor, in Etobicoke. This will be a special evening, open to the public. Tickets were $20/person and includes a hot buffet dinner of roast beef or chicken. The address is 3753 Lake Shore Blvd. W., on the south side, just east of Brown's Line. You can park in the No Frills parking lot across the road. Doors open at 6:30pm, the hot dinner will be served at 7:00pm, with dancing to follow from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Contact Marlene Wright at 416-720-6454 or Peter Toller at 905-274-6131 with questions.
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Rock 'n' Roll Forever 8 | Saturday April 13, 2019
The band returns to the Burlington Legion Br. 60 for an 8th dance with a large dance floor. The address is 828 Legion Rd. (upstairs) in Burlington. Open to the public and an elevator is available. Doors open at 6:00pm, dancing 7:00pm to 11:00pm, sandwiches served at 9:30pm. Tickets are $20/person. For tickets, please call Linda at 905-639-6060 or email her at lindiefle@hotmail.com. Visit www.lara.on.ca/~rcl60/
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50s & 60s Dinner & Dance | Saturday March 30, 2019
The band is returning to the Guelph Legion Br. 234 where we sold out last year. 200 tickets have now been purchased and only a few tickets remain! It's a Royal City Ringers Fund Raiser taking place at the Guelph Legion, 57 Watson Pkwy. S. in Guelph. Tickets are $40/person. Doors open at 6:00pm, a hot roast beef buffet dinner served at 6:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Phone the Legion 519-822-1565 or Tom 519-824-3531. For table reservations contact Tom at horseshoez@hotmail.com. Visit www.legionguelph.com
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Private Function | Saturday March 9, 2019
The band has been invited to return to a retirement community's dance that is now a sell-out for the 2nd year!
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Halton Dance Party | Saturday March 2, 2019
We return for a ninth dance with the Halton Dance Party, at the Oakville Banquet Hall, 1494 Wallace Rd. in Oakville, near Third Line and Speers Rd. Open to everyone! Doors open at 6:30pm and dancing from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. Tickets are $20/person. $5.50 drinks. Chips and such can be purchased at the bar for $1.00. Coffee and sweets at 9:30pm. Great dancing for singles, couples and groups! Nearby parking and easy access to enter. For information, please contact: haltondanceparty@gmail.com or 416-209-5744 and leave a message. HDP supports several Halton Charities-view them at www.haltondanceparty.com/about/ Phone Peter for tickets at 905-274-6131.
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50's – 60's Sock Hop | Saturday February 23, 2019
The band is returning for the 11th Annual Fundraiser, in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, hosted by Hands and Hearts for Africa. It will be held from 5:30pm to 9:30pm in the lower gym at Richmond Hill United Church, 10201 Yonge Street, in Richmond Hill. The objective is to raise money to support programming for African AIDS orphans and their grandmothers. Tickets are $20/seniors and students, $25/single and $55/family. Dinner buffet starts at 6:00pm and there will be a choice of meat, gluten-free or vegetarian pasta with salad and biscuits or rolls. Tea, coffee, water as beverages. Cookies and squares for dessert. You will love the silent auction! Phone 905-884-1301 ext. 5 for tickets.
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Private Function | Saturday February 16, 2019
The band has been invited to perform at a retirement community's dance, east of Toronto, and it's now sold out!
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Valentines Dance | Saturday February 9, 2019
Not many tickets left! The Dundas Legion, Br. 36 in the Town of Dundas, has asked the band to return for a 7th year in a row celebrating Valentine's Day. The Legion offers a large dance floor. Everyone is welcome. We will be upstairs and an elevator is available. The Legion is located at 280 King St. W. in Dundas, near Hamilton. Tickets are $25/person. There will be a 50/50 draw, door prizes and raffles. Doors open at 7:00pm, dancing starts at 8:00pm. A late night buffet is included. Call 905-627-7221 for tickets. Visit www.br36dundas.org
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Valentines Dance | Friday February 8, 2019
130 tickets sold so buy yours now! The band returns to the RC Legion Br. 258 for a 3rd dance. Located in the Port Union area of Scarborough, the address is 45 Lawson Rd. Tickets are $20/person. Everyone is welcome; the dance is on the ground level. Doors open at 7:00pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Snacks will be served. Contact Irene Stevens for tickets at 647-982-3089. Visit www.rcl258.com
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Dancing for The Compass | Saturday January 26, 2019
NOW SOLD OUT! The 12th annual Dancing for The Compass returns to the Port Credit Legion, Br. 82 (upstairs), 35 Front St. N. in Mississauga. An elevator is available. Tickets were $25/person. Phone Peter with any questions at 905-274-6131. Doors to the upstairs hall open at 7:00pm and the band performs from 8:00pm to 12:00am. We'll give you a floor plan with reserved seating. There is a cash bar open at 7:00pm and a light buffet will be served around 9:30pm. Fabulous raffle prizes! The Compass responds to and helps those from all walks of life who are currently experiencing economic, social or emotional challenges by offering practical and spiritual support. Visit the website at www.thecompass.ca
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