The Timbers of Shorewood Rings in Christmas With Ballroom Dance

Anyone who loves the music of the Big Band era is invited to a “Christmas Ballroom Dance” from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, at retirement community, 1100 N. River Road.

The Jay Mau Orchestra will provide the music of the Big Band era. This 10-piece band has been tempting couples onto the dance floor at 35-40 gigs a year, The Timbers being a favorite.

“Jay plans an interesting mix of music to dance to — foxtrots, waltzes, cha-chas, and all the rest,” said Shelly Goggins, activities director at The Timbers of Shorewood. “It should be a wonderful event. The Timbers will be all decorated for the holidays.”

While World War II tunes were heard over America’s airways, young Jay Mau was slicing through the air with pointed index fingers leading other five-year-olds as the director of his kindergarten rhythm band. Mau would later find his way to real instruments, a seat in several bands, and his ultimate beat as leader of his own orchestra.

The Timbers of is a rental retirement community. The Timbers provides independent and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Furnished apartments are also available for a short-term stay — a weekend, a week, a month or longer.

The dance is open to the public and admission is free, but space is limited. Reservations are required. For more information or to register, call Goggins at 815-609-0669 or visit The Timbers website.