This is old news by now, but I finally got around to posting this from an event last month at the West End Cultural Centre. My good friends Sean and Natasha put together an awesome night of music and art to raise funds for their adoption of a little Ethiopian baby boy. They have been going through the long, emotional and financially challenging process of international adoption for the past couple of years, and with every day, they are getting closer and closer to meeting their new son. There is no specific date they are waiting for - the call could come any day in the next several months. We are all eagerly anticipating with them!
The fundraising event in September was a great success - they fund raised the last amount they needed (thanks to very generous help from friends, family and their community) and everyone enjoyed the show. Marcel Desilets played an awesome show, and so did Tim Braun and the Earthtones and Oak Tree for the opener (better known as Chad Kroeker, my amazing husband). :) There was also a silent auction with prizes that consisted of baked goods, music CDs, jewelry, hand-made clothing and art. Here are some photos I shot throughout the night. We sure Rocked the Baby! Even other fellow babies showed up to offer their support. :)
Artwork and jewelry by Rose-Anne Harder
Cookies and illustrations by Natasha Boone.
Illustration by Natasha Boone and artwork by Gabrielle Touchette.
Dan and Joanna enthusiastically selling auction tickets.
The West End Cultural Centre is right across the street from the wonderful Ellice Street Cafe.
Future parents: Sean and Natasha.
Derek and Ronald.
Saying hello to little Leif with dad Ezra.
Sean Hogan, MC.
Oak Tree (Chad Kroeker)
