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Compaq Big Band
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Party like it's 1945! To celebrate the 80th anniversary of WWII VE Day the Compaq Big Band with Vocalist Aviana Gedler will be featured at this USO-themed dance co-presented by the Fort Devens Museum and the Greater Boston Vintage Society.
Doors Open 6:00 PM. Free group-friendly introductory dance lesson at 6:00 PM presented by Francis Floyd Ballroom Dance. The Compaq Big Band plays from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Fill up on 1940s eats: Dagwood Sandwiches, potato chips, and cookies from Marty's Corner Café.
Two bars for your beverage of choice - CASH ONLY. ATM on-site.
Admission is $40 per individual and $75 per couple. Online purchase in advance is recommended at fortdevensmuseum.org/events/. Walk-ins welcomed as space permits. No admission charge for veterans of WWII and the Korean War. Please email info@fortdevensmuseum.org for more information.
Period dress is encouraged – but not required. Browse the War Memorial Building's display of military patches, insignia, and medals. Raffle tickets for a chance to win a WWII-themed prize will be available, and there will be a dance contest.
This event is sponsored in part by the Devens Enterprise Commission and Toreku Tractor.
For more details see fortdevensmuseum.org/events/ and www.facebook.com/events/9335463723186677.
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