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The old Leigh Hotel will spring back to life with an inaugural Leigh Midwinter Dance to be held in the Seaview Room on July 28.
It will be the first community-wide event held in the refurbished hotel, now known as Leigh Central. The dance is a combined initiative between the Leigh Business Group, the Leigh & Districts Ex-Services and Community Club and the owners of Leigh Central.
Organisers says the ball will be a chance for those in the Leigh community and their friends to have a fabulous night out and enjoy some great music and dancing right in their neighbourhood.
“It’s a fact that sometimes holiday towns can become a bit isolated and quiet in the winter – so the dance is a way to get people out, put on some of those special occasion clothes that need an airing and have some fun.”
Community Club member Guy Parkes says organisers are keen to involve those who have holiday homes in the area and friends from nearby Pakiri, Matheson’s Bay and beyond.
“In the past, we have had a local mid-winter Christmas do for our club, but we see this as a way of extending that goodwill to the whole community and bringing people together,” he says.
Organisers say there’s no need to spend big money on a new outfit. The dress code says, “Dress up or smart casual – whatever people prefer”.
There will be a live dance band, cash bar and late night supper for guests to enjoy.
Leigh Central has donated use of the venue for the event. The aim is to break even, but if there are any profits they will be set aside for a similar event next year.
Tickets are limited to 150 guests and cost $45 per person. Guests can book a table of ten for $450.
Cash sale tickets are available from the Leigh General Store. No door sales. Info: enquiries@leighcentral.co.nz; 021 246 0757.
