MOOSE JAW — Residents were treated to an electrifying evening as North America’s top Elton John tribute act, Elton Rohn, took the stage at the Mae Wilson Theatre for the third annual “Healthcare Rocks!” fundraiser on March 15.
, the event was organized by the Moose Jaw Health Foundation (MJHF) to support the dedicated health care professionals at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital.
From the first notes of “Tiny Dancer” to the rousing chords of “Bennie and the Jets,” Elton Rohn and his six-piece band faithfully recreated the magic of an Elton John concert, complete with high-energy performances and dazzling showmanship.
“We asked people to join us for a night where we’ll prove that Saturday nights are all right for fighting, but this time we’re going to be fighting for better health care,” said Kelly McElree, director of the MJHF, before the show.
Attendees were encouraged to embrace the rock-and-roll spirit by dressing in their best ‘80s-era outfits, while a silent auction featuring Elton John-themed merchandise and specialty “Rocket Man” cocktails added to the fun. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres from the Grant Hall Hotel rounded out the evening.
Proceeds will go toward purchasing life-saving equipment for the Women’s Health Unit, including new isolettes for newborns and cardiac monitors.
“Our health care workers are real rock stars in our community, and so we always call them the ‘health care heroes’ of our community,” McElree said.
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