Artesia News

Blurring the Years at Artesia Park

Women with swirly skirts dancing, men with cigarette boxes tucked into the sleeve of their shirts, and jeans cuffed high above their creepers; 2005 became 1955 for a few hours at Artesia Park’s Community Center.

Seniors enjoyed ice cream served by park staff, a cool refreshment contrasting the summer heat outside during their ‘50’s Party from 10 a.m. to early afternoon. Food, beverages, and snacks were also served.

Dorothy Hoekstra, senior coordinator at Artesia Park, announced her retirement to all attending.

The ‘50’s DJ was Jerry Benton.

Photos of the 50's Party at Artesia Park

These two danced, and danced, and danced!	The ever popular Dorothy and another friend.	DJ Jerry Benton provided the music during the lunch.	Little hotrods adorned the tables

These two folks are excellent dancers.	City Manager Maria Dadian (right), and staff talk to Dorothy Hoekstra (second from right) after she announced she will retire.	Dorothy and food server Britney Romero.	A sample of the many delicacies offered during the ‘50’s party.

Dorothy Hoekstra and a friend.	.Dorothy Hoekstra announced that she will retire by the end of the year. She will be missed.	City Manager Maria Dadian and Senior Coordinator Dorothy Hoekstra.	Dorothy Hoekstra applies whip cream to a friend’s ice cream.