Those mid-20th-century decades saw the ravages of World War II and the Communist takeover in China as well as a lighter side of life. This is the time when ballpoint pens, microwaves and bikinis were new, when Dr. Spock and Dr. Seuss became household names, Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier and NASA was established. Think poodle skirts, the first color television, Elvis on Ed Sullivan, Charles Shultz’ new comic strip Peanuts, hula hoops, LEGOs, Disneyland and the first ascent of Mount Everest.

 Older folks recall these times firsthand, while to the young it’s all so non-electronic and quaint. Yet the songs of the era continue to have universal appeal, said Terrie Ashbaugh, music director of the 90-voice women’s chorus founded in 1981.

The program will be presented Friday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. at Catalina Foothills High School, 4300 E. Sunrise Dr. and on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1220 W. Magee Rd. (just east of La Canada).

Tickets can be purchased for $18 in advance from chorus members, by calling 404-3148 or online at southernarizonawomenschorus.org. Tickets purchased at the door are $20. Children age 10 and under are admitted free. Discounts are available for groups of 8 or more, including 8 tickets for $120.

SAWC is known for its eclectic and versatile repertoire that spans from classical music to Broadway, folk, jazz, spiritual, seasonal and other popular songs. SAWC presents two ticketed concerts each year, plus numerous sing-out performances at festivals, events, schools and senior communities throughout Southern Arizona. The chorus has entertained the metro area for three decades.

For more information, visit www.southernarizonawomenschorus.org or call 404-3148.