CHINOOK — Put on your dancing shoes and join the Peninsula Association of Performing Artists (PAPA) at the historic Fort Columbia Theater as they present The Dukes of Swing this Saturday, Nov. 8, from 5 to 8 p.m.

No Discover Pass will be required to park at Fort Columbia and attend the event.

The 18-piece Dukes of Swing Band will wow audiences with music of the Swing and Big Band Era performing authentic recreations of the timeless swing music of the great Big Band leaders. Appetizers and non-alcoholic refreshments will also be available during the event for a small donation.

The Dukes of Swing has been playing great dance music since 1948, according to a PAPA news release. “The Dukes generate excitement everywhere they perform. During the last two years the Dukes have been asked to be the opening act for some big name groups such as Manhattan Transfer and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, receiving standing ovations at both performances. The Dukes play the big band hits that you will remember. They specialize in making your occasion just what you want it to by playing an assortment of great dance music including Latin, fox trots, waltzes, ballads, swing and they have been pleasing crowds with their music for years.”

All ages welcome, there will be a suggested minimum donation of $5 per person for admission with all donations directly benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. The Wounded Warrior Project serves veterans and service members who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound coincident to military service, and their families. For more information, call 206-441-7096 or visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org.

PAPA brings the world of music and theater to both locals and visitors in south Pacific County. “An amazing array of local volunteer talent creates community theater that is family oriented, high quality and fun,” PAPA said. “Audiences are entertained by skilled actors, dancers, singers, musicians, artists and technicians.” The group is locally famous for their professional-level musicals.

For more information, call 360-271-2879 or visit www.papatheater.com.