There’s a reason that Dance Images by BJ chose to name their annual Christmas event All That Glitters, and it’s because the evening of shopping and mingling has a special kind of holiday sparkle.
Studio owner Barb Jackman is excited for this year’s event, which will return to the Sahara Spa on Nov. 30 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
“It's not your regular craft show, it's just a special evening in a very beautiful atmosphere,” said Jackman.
All That Glitters is a classy evening perfect for some casual Christmas shopping from a number of great local vendors, but it’s also a little bit more. Jackman also detailed how the evening is a great way to enjoy a night out, while also supporting the studio’s local dancers.
The fundraiser is a ticketed event, with all of the funds raised returning to the studio to support Dance Images dancers on their semi-annual competition trip out of province.
The Dance Express senior dancers travel to a competition every other year, and raising funds with events such as All That Glitters helps cover travel and hotel costs to allow all dancers a chance to take part in the trip.
“We travel out of province this upcoming spring,” said Jackman. “[So fundraising] helps pay for some of the bus and hotel rooms and entry fees, so that enables all children that are part of the troupe to go, no matter what.”
All That Glitters is a popular evening each year, featuring music, cocktails, and appetizers perfect for a night out with friends or family.
The event will feature Fifth Avenue Jewellery, Thirty-One, Pampered Chef, among others. The Flower Station will also have a display, and will be taking pre-orders for gorgeous Christmas bouquets.
There will be a door prize available to win, as well as a Glitter Parade — which Jackman described as “like a penny parade, silent auction, but it's a pretty spiffed up version.”
Jackman promises the come-and-go fundraiser will be a special way to kick off the Christmas season.
“It is a beautiful evening,” said Jackman. “People can come and start their Christmas shopping, enjoy some socialization and visit our vendors, have something to eat, have a drink, and just start getting into the Christmas spirit.”
Tickets for All That Glitters are $25 and can be purchased from any Dance Images dancer as well as at Sahara Spa, at their location at 341 Stadacona St. E.
