Why is a homeless shelter throwing a dance party?

Because life is a lot right now. For all of us.

As staff at a homelessness service provider organization, we know firsthand how heavy the world can feel, especially when fighting day after day to keep people safe and get them housed while dealing with many levels of uncertainty.

So, we decided to crank up the cheer with live music and dancing at our new annual fundraiser, Shake It Out!

You are invited to dance through the ages as the Bad Habits Band plays live music. Come move, groove, Dougie, jam, and maybe do a bit of disco dancing with us.

The idea is to head out of work on a Friday night and get down on the dance floor while supporting a critically needed service - emergency shelter for members in our community.

Think cool wedding reception meets networking meets philanthropy.

There will be table seating, and sponsors can reserve entire tables. However, plan to bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to get on your feet. Bring colleagues, loved ones, anyone who loves to see and be seen.

We aim to have this be a fundraiser that you don’t forget

Rest assured that even though this is a dance-based fundraiser, you are welcome to come as you are. Dance or don't dance. Nodding along and enjoying the vibe is just fine… don't forget about the auction.

We hope that our first official fundraising event will not only be a success but also a gathering that brings us closer together, making it an event everyone looks forward to each year.

Please keep an eye out for emails and social media posts with updated information as the event draws nearer.

Tentative schedule:

6 pm - arrival + mingling

6:30 pm - welcoming remarks and band kicks off

7 pm - auction reminder + group dance lesson (type TBD)

8 pm - auction closes + directors speech

11:00 pm - party animals close it down

Details:

Warehouse 635 at 635 New Park, West Hartford

easy, free parking

Friday, October 3rd, 2025

6 PM - 11 PM

Questions?

Contact jellerbe@southparkinn.org