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38 WAC Magazine | wac.net A Seattle soirée A good party never dies. Beautiful dress, treasured compa- ny, and wonderful entertainment create lasting memories of laughter, friendship and festivity. Jubilee, the WAC's anniversary party, is no exception. at's why we've been at it since 1931. Admittedly, the gathering was a little more modest back then—$2.50 got you a night of dinner and dancing that first year—but the spirit of the gala hasn't changed. Take a look back on the history of Jubilee and you'll see a community of members coming together to honor a club that has shaped Seattle as surely as the Space Needle or single tall lattes. e WAC celebrated its early years amid the Great Depression. Despite the country's worst financial down- turn, the Club managed to throw a birthday party for its dedicated members. Early-day Jubilees—or "Anniversary Dances"—gave members a chance to enjoy food, drinks, and good company. By 1936, organizers had adopted the name Jubilee and began giving out prizes such as radios and war bonds. As the Club grew, so did the party. During the post– World War II boom of the early 1950s, prize packages included extravagances such as television sets and outboard boat motors. While the men of the WAC enjoyed one party, the women attended "Jubilette." Entertainment highlights through the years have includ- ed e Kingsmen of "Louie Louie" fame; e Paris Sisters, who hit No. 5 on the charts with "I Love How You Love Me;" and jazz sax great James Moody. Peeking back at the WAC's biggest bash—Jubilee! By Mae Jacobson