World War II Victory Dance

Honor our Veterans and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Allied Victory in World War II. This 1940s-themed dance, held in the historic War Memorial Building in Shirley, will have a live band, refreshments, and a cash bar. (Snow Date: Sunday March 8.) Tickets are $30/person and $25/military (active or retired) World War II Veterans free (please contact us) Tickets: www.fortdevensmuseum.org/events In partnership with Greater Boston Vintage Society Additional Information: Honor our Veterans of “The Greatest Generation” and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Allied Victory in World War II. This 1940s-themed dance, held in the historic War Memorial Building in Shirley, will have a live band, refreshments, and a cash bar. Proceeds benefit the Fort Devens Museum. War Memorial Building, 8 Church Street, Shirley MA 6:00 PM: Free beginner Swing Dance lesson by Francis Floyd Studio 7:00-10:00 PM: Period music by the GreenLight Jazz Orchestra which is made up of Boston Conservatory graduates, members of the 215th Army Band, and talented jazz musicians from the Greater Boston area. Singles & Couples Welcome Period Dress Encouraged Guests will enjoy the American classic Dagwood sandwich and additional light refreshments. To make for an authentic 1940s event, the space will be decorated with the familiar designs of cans of SPAM and glass bottles of Coca-Cola. Classic Dagwood sandwiches and other light refreshments. Cash Bar The War Memorial Building in Shirley is home to the Shirley Legion Post and, that night, will have World War II and other military memorabilia on display.