A local VFW will host a 1940s canteen style event, featuring a national touring group.
Pin-Ups on Tour will return to VFW Post 5864 in Greenwood, 333 S. Washington St., at 8 p.m. Saturday.
The group’s goal is to recreate the magic of the Hollywood Canteen that operated during the 1940’s as a club offering dancing, drinks and entertainment for servicemen, usually on their way overseas.
The evening will feature dancing showgirls, comedy, variety acts, soulful lounge singers and raffle-tickets.
Veterans may attend free of charge however, they must get tickets ahead of time or the cost is $25 at the door, while tickets last.
General Admission tickets are $25 at the door. Reserved seating $35 and VIP Reserved seating is $50. Vintage attire is encouraged.
A chicken dinner, mashed potatoes, green beans, a cobette and a roll will be served. The cost is $10 per person and serving will begin at 5:30 p.m.
After the program is completed, “Super Dave” will play karaoke on the bar side. that evening.
Pin-Ups on Tour tickets are available at the VFW from 2 p.m. to closing. Tickets online can be purchased at greenwoodpinups.brownpapertickets.com
