The friends and family of Nancy Peregrine are hosting a benefit dinner-dance at Beginnings in Briceland, on Friday, November 8^th from 6:00-10:00.  Nancy suffered a devastating stroke in June. This fund-raiser will help her on the road to recovery.  Long term resident of Whale Gulch, Nancy has been the heart of the Whale Gulch Volunteer Fire Company since its inception. She has also graced our community as a teacher, animal advocate, herbalist and naturopath.  A gourmet Mexican dinner will be prepared by Surati , Nancy Miyamoto, and friends.  Dinner music will be offered by the Jay’s – Jessie Modic, Jeanne York, Joseph and Jani Cook, & the Whitethorn Singers. Opening the show will be Jesse Lea and Lozi Gibbs with Brian Sykes.  Salsa dance music by the Latin Peppers will follow. There will be homemade desserts, libations, and a pocket raffle.   Entry fee $10-$20.   Dinner $15.   No dogs, please.