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That '70s fundraiser for Douglas College students

Douglas College Foundation is hoping people will join them in grooving the night away Saturday at its annual fundraiser for student aid. The theme for the 14th year of A Class Act will focus on the 1970s.

Douglas College Foundation is hoping people will join them in grooving the night away Saturday at its annual fundraiser for student aid.

The theme for the 14th year of A Class Act will focus on the 1970s.

"We're focusing on the fashion and fun from the '70s," said Hazel Postma, Douglas College's associate vice-president, external relations.

Forty Hospitality Management students are working with foundation staff to create a psychedelic scene that honours that era. Guests will be able to have their photo taken in front of a 1979 Trans Am and compete to win prizes at the Black Jack table. The fun gets underway at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Coquitlam's Executive Plaza Hotel.

Guests are encouraged to come in costume and be prepared for a groovy evening of wine and beer sampling, live and silent auctions, and dancing to the live tribute band Drive, led by Bob Caldwell of the Douglas College Community Music School.

Tickets cost $85 and can be reserved by calling 604-777-6176. Proceeds from A Class Act will go to student bursaries at Douglas College.