Tim and Donna Frances
Tim and Donna Duets
Open Door Rehearsal
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New Year’s Eve in New York City
🗽✨ OUR AROUND THE WORLD JOURNEY ENDS IN
NEW YORK CITY! ✨🗽
What a year it has been!
We’ve traveled from the bright lights of Shanghai to a Roman Holiday in Italy escaped to the beautiful Greek Isles danced through Hot Havana Nights in Cuba crossed the pond for the British Invasion in Liverpool and now there’s only one stop left!
Join DWOP and Friends for the grand finale of our 2026 Around the World Dance Series.
🎉 NEW YEAR’S EVE IN NEW YORK CITY
📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026
📍 Eisenhower Recreation Center
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
💃 Dance: 6:00–9:00 PM
🎶 Swing Theory Band featuring vocalist Becky Sinn
✨ DRESS GLAMOROUS OR CLASSY! ✨
It’s New Year’s Eve in New York City, so this is your chance to dress it up! Think sparkle, sequins, cocktail attire, jackets, bow ties, or your favorite classy night-out look.
📸 Step into our photo booth and pose against a spectacular 2027 New York City skyline with the Statue of Liberty.
🛂 DON’T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT!
If you’ve traveled with us to all six destinations, we’ll have a special gift waiting for you to celebrate completing your journey around the world!
🎟️ Tickets: $15 per person
A Village ID or valid guest pass is required to attend.
📧 dwopandfriends@gmail.com
📞 352-530-0359
❤️ DANCE FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
Proceeds after expenses will benefit the KLT Foundation, helping to provide a scholarship to a deserving senior at The Villages Charter School while honoring the memory and legacy of Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland.
Learn more about the KLT Foundation: https://www.kltfoundation.com/about
It’s October and it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month. Proceeds after expenses from this event will benefit The DONNA Foundation, supporting individuals and families affected by breast cancer
We are looking for donations for our gift baskets. Funds collected will go directly to the charity. Please contact the team below:
Joyce Gilette: jyfl1@aol.com or 609-617-7321
Robin Smith: mdsrnnurse@yahoo.com
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THE RAFFLE AFTERNOON EVENT2:00 – 5:00 PM
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of friendship, laughter, prizes, and giving back!
Gather your friends and spend an enjoyable afternoon supporting a wonderful cause. This special free afternoon event will benefit The Donna Foundation, helping provide hope, support, and assistance to those impacted by breast cancer.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Everglades Recreation Center
Raffle tickets on sale: 1:30 PM
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Basket Raffle Bundle
Take a chance on 25 amazing gift baskets filled with gifts, treats, gift cards, and surprises.
Pre-Purchase a bundle of 25 raffle tickets for just $17. Raffle Tickets are $20 the day of the event.
You do not need to be present to win. First basket raffle will take place at 6:15 before the evening show. For those not attending the show, Remember to put your name and phone number on the back of each ticket.
Wine Pull
Every bottle is a winner! Select a mystery bottle and discover what you’ve won.
50/50 Drawing
One lucky winner will take home half the pot. Drawing to be held at 4:00 PM after the Foolish Fashion Show.
Foolish Fashion Show
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Enjoy an afternoon of laughter as our models showcase some delightfully creative and “foolish” fashions. This will also be your chance to make a special donation.
Cookies & Refreshments Available for Purchase
Provided by The Red Rooster Cookie Jar Bakery
Please remember to bring cash to purchase refreshments, buy 50/50 tickets, and make any additional donations to The Donna Foundation.
BOSOM BUDDIES THE SHOW – 6:30 – 8:30 PM
The evening concludes with the Bosom Buddies Show, featuring six talented women who have entertained audiences throughout The Villages for many years.
With four breast cancer survivors among them, this heartfelt performance will celebrate friendship, resilience, hope, and the power of support through music, laughter, and inspiring stories.
with special guests
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Everglades Recreation Center
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Doors Open: 5:30 PM
• Show: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Tickets: $20 per person
• Reserved Seating
Casandra Barrett – one half of the popular duo The Village Chicks and a breast cancer survivor
Dodie Fisher – popular singer with the Savoys Show Band, and a breast cancer survivor
Donna Francis – singer with the Shades of Blue Octet, and one half of the MR and MRS Duo, Breast cancer survivor
Jeri Lynn Fraser – professional career in show business since she was 12 years old, she performs throughout the villages
Rhonda House – one half of the duo The Village Chicks, and a breast cancer survivor
Barbara Petrizzo – popular singer in the Villages performing for various clubs and organizations.
For those wishing to make an additional donation, checks may be made payable to The Donna Foundation. Representatives from the foundation will be present to accept donations, and cash donations will also be gratefully accepted.
October 11, 2026
Please save the date for a very special event:
🎀 Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Fundraiser
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
📍 Everglades Recreation Center – The Villages, FL
DWOP and Friends are joining together for a full day of fun, entertainment, raffles, and inspiration — all benefiting the incredible The DONNA Foundation, which helps breast cancer patients and families navigate one of life’s most difficult journeys.
💗 In my own family, breast cancer has touched three generations. My mother lost her battle many years ago when treatments were limited, and both my sister and I have faced the challenge ourselves. Like so many families, we know firsthand how important support, guidance, and hope can be.
✨ HOW YOU CAN HELP ✨
We are currently seeking donations for our raffle baskets and would be so grateful for any contribution, including:
🍷 Bottles of wine
🎁 Gift certificates
🧺 Basket items or themed baskets
💝 Merchandise or specialty items
🎟️ Any donations that can help us raise funds for this meaningful cause
All donated items will be featured in our fundraising basket raffle during the event.
🎁 Pre-sale raffle vouchers for the basket drawings will be available beginning July 1, 2026. Winners do not need to be present to win.
💝 To donate items or baskets, please contact our “Dynamic Duo”:
Joyce Gilette: jyfl1@aol.com or 609-617-7321
Robin Smith: mdsrnnurse@yahoo.com
BOSOM BUDDIES
🎶 The evening will also feature a very special “Bosom Buddies” performance with talented entertainers from The Villages — including several breast cancer survivors sharing music, laughter, and friendship together on stage.
🎟️ Reserved seating tickets for the evening show will go on sale July 1, 2026. Watch for more details to come.
For more information, please contact Donna Francis: 919-602-5062 or send me an email:dwopandfriends@gmail.com or donna.francis@dwopandfriends.club
Please help us spread the word by sharing this announcement with friends, neighbors, local businesses, post it on your Facebook pages, and anyone who may wish to support the cause.
Together, we can truly make a difference for those facing breast cancer.
Contact Info
Phone: 919.602.5062 Email: donnamf923@gmail.com