On Saturday, Feb. 15, you can get down on the dance floor and do something good for the community at the same time. Evolve Life Group will hold a Sweetheart Dance from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hellam Fire Company's banquet hall, 163 E. Market St. Proceeds from the event will benefit Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley.

The dance will feature live music from The Modern Age, with snacks and drinks provided by Evolve Life Group. There is no charge to attend, but a freewill offering will be received.

"People attending can expect to have an enjoyable time of fun and fellowship," said Joe Bachman, director of Evolve Life Group. "You don't need to be a great dancer or even like to dance. Just come out and enjoy great music, and you can sit at the table and tap your toes!"

Bachman has coordinated events with the band over the past 15 years, with proceeds from concerts supporting mission trips taken by members of York Youth Revolution, a community youth group based in Hellam.

"This year, we have the opportunity to help Make-A-Wish that has directly benefited one of the people in the band and has done so much for children nationwide," he shared. "I really enjoy seeing people come together that haven't seen each other in a long time and get to fellowship and catch up. I'm excited for a new group of people that will be coming to help support Make-A-Wish and also new people from the Evolve Life Group that have never come before."

As Bachman explained, Evolve Life Group is open to people who are age 45 and up, and the group began in September of 2023.

"We are a community life group that has three core values. We support ourselves. We support each other. We do community service," he shared. "In between, we do fun events together. In 2024, we had activities such as '60s to '80s trivia, '70s nostalgia night, an escape room visit, the Evolve Amazing Race and a Christmas party. We have done community service such as (supporting) Unto, cookies to the local fire companies and Christmas caroling."

Bachman noted that both the dance and Evolve Life Group are open to anyone who's interested in having fun and making new friends.

"We are very excited for this event," he commented. "We look forward to it every year."

Attendance at last year's event was maxed out, and Bachman encourages people to make a reservation early even though the event is free. To make a reservation, call 717-424-1136 and leave a message with a name and the number of people attending. People will also be admitted at the door as space allows.