Dance central in Carmichael, the Mission Oaks Community Center has scheduled dances to celebrate the Holidays. Sponsored by Supervisor Susan Peters, a free Dec. 17th party offers refreshments and dance music. The John Skinner Band will perform a variety of ballroom and pop selections.

On Dec. 29th, patrons will ring in 2016 at a New Year preview party. This event costs $8. Favors, snacks, a balloon drop, and dancing to Eddie Lovato’s Band are included. Both events kick off at 1:15 p.m. Mission Oaks Community Center is at 4701 Gibbons Drive, Carmichael. For information, visit www.MORPD.com.