Adult Prom on July 10 to benefit John Baker

All islanders are invited to enjoy “The Prom You Never Had” on Friday evening, July 10, 2009, to benefit John Baker.

Baker, who has lived on Orcas for nearly two decades, has performed in many local plays and had also performed in Las Vegas. As an artist, he has had several shows on the island. Most recently, he worked at Orcas Island Ace Hardware until this year.

Earlier this spring, John was diagnosed with multiple cancers. For the last month he has been staying with his family in Portland, and it is rumored he may be able to come to Orcas for the Prom.

“The Prom You Never Had” was the idea of Gordon Koenig, owner of Gordeaux’s fine clothing shop behind Ecotopian Restaurant in Eastsound . “There’s seldom an opportunity to dress up on Orcas – so why not for an adult prom perhaps one never had….and the proceeds benefit a great guy – John Baker,” commented Karen Key Speck, band member of Orcatrazz Swing Band.

Orcatrazz will be performing the music for the Prom, under the direction of Ken Speck. Beth Baker, renowned island vocalist and Baker’s best friend, will sing several numbers at the Prom.

There will also be items for bid in a silent auction including four tickets to “Imagine,” the Orcas Center gala next weekend, sailing cruises aboard Tony Lee’s boat, the Morning Star, and artwork.

The Prom will begin at 8 p.m. at the Discovery House, below the Moran Mansion at Rosario. Tickets are  $20 per person and include dessert and one beverage. Tickets at sold at Darville’s Book Store, Ace Hardware, and Gordeaux’s.

For further information or to help support the event, contact Koenig at 376-4673.

The Prom you never had will be held at Discovery House, Rosario.  This is a benefit get together to help Orcas island resident John Baker as he battles multiple cancers.  All proceeds donated to John.  Dust off your finery, dig out that dress you’ve been dying to wear and dance to the sounds of Orcas’ own Big band sound, “Orcatrazz” with the lovely Beth baker on classic vocals.  Tickets $20 per person on sale soon at Darvill’s Books, Ace Hardware and Gordeaux’s.

For info or to volunteer to help, call Gordon at 376-4673 or 5197.