2021
Performances
2021 PERFORMANCES
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Dancing-at home-for The Compass | Now On-Line!
Please enjoy this event on-line anytime at www.thecompass.ca/dancing. Click on “DANCE NOW” to watch the band together on the same stage performing over 50 songs. Click on “Donate Now” to donate to The Compass. The band's set list covers hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Christmas Dance Fund-Raiser | Saturday December 18, 2021
POSTPONED! A date will be selected that follows COVID-19 guidelines. We return to the Ajax Legion Br. 322 for a 6th 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
Timothy's Pub | Friday December 10, 2021
We have been invited back to Etobicoke's friendly neighbourhood meeting place! It will be a safe evening with photo ID and proof of a 2nd vaccine shown at the entrance, all the staff wear masks, all customers wear masks when not seated at their tables, each table is numbered and attendance is recorded, hand sanitizer is on each table and you must wear a mask when dancing.
The band enjoyed its debut on August 20 and the full house of people loved our show. The band will perform from 8:00pm to 12:00am on the raised stage. We will include songs of the season and there will be a $10 cover charge. The address of Timothy's Pub is 344 Brown's Line, south of Horner Ave., in Etobicoke. Parking can be found along Brown's Line and on neighbouring streets. Reservations are encouraged at 416-201-9515. Visit www.timothyspub.ca
Christmas Tree of Hope Tree Lighting | Friday December 3, 2021
The Downtown Hamilton BIA has invited the band back to perform in Gore Park, downtown Hamilton. We will be on stage outdoors from 5:30pm to 6:30pm with a portion of the show on live television. We will certainly include some songs of the season! You will enjoy the local restaurants, the tree-lighting and the Ferris Wheel rides! The Park is near James St. and King St. Check the BIA website at www.downtownhamilton.org
Music To Remember Evening | Saturday November 6, 2021
NOW SOLD OUT! It will be the George Lake BIG Band and Little Peter and the Elegants returning to bring you terrific music from the 30s to the 70s. Visit their website at www.georgelakebigband.com. The event will be upstairs at the Port Credit Legion Br. 82, 35 Front St. N. in south Mississauga. An elevator is available. We are now planning to allow dancing with masks worn. There is reserved seating and proper distancing between the tables. All COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed such as proof of 2nd vaccine and picture ID at the door, a COVID-19 screening form we provide, a Medical Grade HEPA Filter Air Purifier in the upper hall, distancing, masks worn and individual food items. The upstairs doors will open at 7:00pm and then live music from 8:00pm to 12:00am with the two bands alternating sets, using two stage areas. Tickets were $30.00/person. For any questions phone Peter Toller at 905-274-6131 or Steve Pettafor of the GLBB at 905-767-2516. We will bring back wonderful memories for you!
Halloween Hop | Saturday October 30, 2021
CANCELLED! The band hopes to return in the Spring to the Burlington Legion Br. 60 for a 9th dance with a large dance floor. More details to come. The address is 828 Legion Rd. (upstairs) in Burlington. Open to the public and an elevator is available. Phone Peter at 905-274-6131.
Ajax Rotary Ribfest |
Saturday September 11, Sunday September 12, 2021
The band will make its debut at this Ribfest, performing on Saturday from 5:00pm-5:40pm, 5:50pm to 6:30pm and 7:10pm-8:00pm and then on Sunday from 5:00pm-5:50pm and 6:10pm-7:00pm. It will be an outdoor masked event. The location of the 3-day Ribfest is Ajax Downs Casino at 50 Alexander's Crossing, off of Kingston Rd. E. in Ajax. Please open this link for COVID-19 screening questions: Screening Form
Everyone has to submit the form online and then they will get a confirmation email. The email confirmation will have to be shown to gain entry. The form has to be filled out for each day giving you a confirmation for each day. There are tables and chairs already set up with distancing. Visit ajaxrotaryribfest.com
Port Credit Memorial Park | Sunday August 22, 2021
Over 100 people enjoyed the experience of 3 separate afternoon concerts in Port Credit Memorial Park. Using Eventbrite, attendance was taken and people sat a distance apart. Everyone completed a COVID Self-Assessment Questionnaire. The band appreciates the generous support at this community concert of The Peterson Team, Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage in Port Credit. Please visit www.PetersonTeam.ca The afternoon of live music in the Park was one of the summer highlights in Port Credit!
Timothy's Pub | Friday August 20, 2021
The band made its debut at Etobicoke's friendly neighbourhood meeting place. All the reserved seats were used with people sitting a safe distance apart. Masks were worn when you left your table. Each guest paid a $10 cover charge and there were compliments on the tasty food. The band performed from 8:00pm to 12:00am on the raised stage with two 30 minute breaks. We will return on Friday December 10. Details soon. The address of Timothy's Pub is 344 Brown's Line, south of Horner Ave., in Etobicoke. Parking can be found along Brown's Line and on neighbouring streets. The phone number is 416-201-9515. Visit www.timothyspub.ca
Bradford's Music in the Park | Thursday July 29, 2021
The band made its debut at this popular outdoor music series and close to 100 people enjoyed both shows. The band appreciated the great organization and the number of safety steps that were taken. The website was www.townofbwg.com/music
Burlington's Concerts in the Park | Wednesday July 14, 2021
CANCELLED! The City of Burlington has cancelled the 2021 Concert in the Park series due to COVID-19. The band was hoping to return for a 5th year to the Central Park Band Shell, 2299 New St. in Burlington for a free 90 minute concert beginning at 7:30pm. If the concert can be re-scheduled to a later date information will be here. Any concert details would be at www.burlington.ca/concerts
Brampton Rib 'n' Roll | Saturday May 22, 2021
CANCELLED! The band will make its debut at this popular event in Gage Park, Brampton. A new date is being considered for Spring 2022. The Rotary Club of Brampton raises money at this three day event to meet the needs of children in the community. Gage Park is at 45 Main St. S., just south of Queen Street in Brampton. We will perform in the afternoon. More details to come! Visit ribnroll.com
50s & 60s Dinner & Dance | Saturday April 17, 2021
POSTPONED! The band is returning on Saturday October 23 to the Guelph Legion Br. 234 where we sold out in 2019 and 2018. It's a Royal City Ringers Fund Raiser taking place at the Guelph Legion, 57 Watson Pkwy. S. in Guelph. Doors open at 6:00pm, a roast beef buffet dinner starts at 6:30pm with dancing from 8:00pm to 12:00am. Tickets are $40.00/person. Phone the Legion 519-822-1565 or Tom 519-824-3531. Visit rcl234guelph.ca
Private Function | Saturday April 10, 2021
POSTPONED! The band looks forward to returning to this retirement community, north of Toronto, for a dance that has sold out each year! We are hoping for a new date in the Fall.
Private Function | Wednesday March 17, 2021
POSTPONED! We are helping a community club celebrate 50 years of service with a special dinner! A new date will be announced later.
Private Function | Saturday February 13, 2021
POSTPONED! The band has been invited to return to a retirement community's dance, east of Toronto, a sellout each year! A new date will be announced later.
