"Dancing for the Arts" Saturday November 21st 2009 at Bulle Rock

...an event to raise money to build a Center for the Arts in Harford County

     John was invited by Dancing with Friends Studio in Harford County to come and partner and train a local celebrity, Joan Henderson Hodous.  Long time friend and colleague Debbie Howley contacted John and invited him to partake in this wonderful event!  Debbie, her partner Tom Rzepnicki, and a few other teachers were paired up to teach and then showcase a 2 minute routine with their local celebrities that best displayed their newly found dance talents.  These celebrities had never danced before with formal training!

      Joan and John hit it off immediately.  We had so much passion and creativity and drive.  Joan is a Painter, Poet, and Author....and I can now say, a good friend as well!  She and John trained for about 2 months prior to this event.  Joan held a private affair at her home to raise additional money for the event, she danced at our Fall Showcase, and she worked diligently and tirelessly through her arthritis, knee replacement, and more!  She is a winner on every account in my heart!  Thank you Joan for this opportunity!

      Tickets were sold to the event, people voted on their favorite dancer, and pledges were collected on line and by phone.  Jamie Costello from ABC2 News was our Emcee for the evening and the list of "Star Dancers" were:  Jesse Bane, Betsy Champion, Rick Dempsey, Alan Doran, Patti Dresher, Joan Henderson Hodous, Wini Roche, Lyle Sheldon, and Jay Young.  We all raised a total of $99,630!  WOW!  Patti Dresher was the winner of the Dancing for the Arts Judges Choice Award and she also raised the most funds for the event.  Way to go Patti!

pictures coming soon....... still UNDER CONSTRUCTION!