Retired teachers flash back to the 50’s

For the variety show’s big finale, the Nifty Fifty Dancers perform to “Born too Late.” Chris Rinaldi photos

Variety show attendees include, from left, Sandy Bell, co-president, Division 81, Area 11; Kathy O’Leary, area director; and Sally Whitlock, co-president, Division 81, Area 11.

Lenora Sears, one of the announcers for the show’s radio-inspired “Nifty Fifties,” presents a flashback to the Fifties. Recorded commercials for Rice Krispies, Brylcream, Cracker Jacks, Bosco, Ajax, Alka Seltzer, Chevrolet, and Rice-A-Roni were played between the performer’s segments.

Jack and Marilee Ragland perform a patriotic salute, which included “Proud to be an American,” for the variety show at Fallbrook Golf Club.

Judy Igoe reads the story “Pete the Cat” to the variety show audience.

Jean Dixon and Maryls Holman play in duet the songs “Tea for Two” and “I Love Paris” on the piano.

Bud Roberds provides the accompaniment for the show in addition to his solo performance of “An Affair to Remember.”

Marilee and Jack Ragland enjoy a dance with the audience that was invited to join the Nifty Fifty dancers on the dance floor for “Rock Around the Clock.”