Richard Baker

Groundhog Day Party to benefit Steps to HOPE

Published 9:13am Thursday, January 24, 2013

On Saturday, Feb. 2 landscape and portrait artist Richard C. Baker will host a benefit for Steps to HOPE – the first annual Groundhog Day Party – at the Richard C. Baker Studio from 6 – 9 p.m.

Wine, light hors d’oeuvres and sweets will be served. Admission is free and open to the public, with a requested donation to Steps to HOPE, Polk County’s domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and treatment center.

There will be a costume contest so come dressed for an evening of fun.

Baker’s studio is located at 18 Church Street in Saluda. Above is Richard C. Baker at his Saluda studio. (photo and article submitted by Debra Backus)

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