Eric L. Foxman, staff pharmacist at Linds Langley Drug and Linds Freeland Pharmacy, will return to Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Saturday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m. with a benefit performance for Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund.

In an evening of lighthearted storytelling called “Midwinter Light and Laughter,” Foxman will bring to life characters from some of literature’s best known authors, including P.G. Wodehouse and Anton Chekhov.

“There is so much fun in these stories, that I can’t think of a better way to beat the midwinter blues,” Foxman said.

Foxman balances humor and word-pictures in performance, along with a minimum of props. He relies instead on inspiring his audience to use their imaginations to make the many characters come alive.

“Everyone enjoys themselves,” he said. “I guarantee all will have a good time.”

“Midwinter Light and Laughter” is being underwritten by the Linds Pharmacies in Langley and Freeland in support of Friends of Friends.

The all-volunteer organization is South Whidbey’s medical safety net and is supported by donations and grants from individuals, businesses, churches, community groups and foundations in the community.

Since being founded six years ago, Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund has helped more than 250 people from Clinton to Greenbank with uncovered medical costs. In just the last year, more than 150 people were assisted with almost $50,000 in medical expenses for doctors, dentists, hospitals, prescriptions, laboratory tests, medical transportation and emergency utilities.

In addition to the gift of his performance, Foxman noted, Linds pharmacies are paying for all of the evening’s expenses.

Admission is by contribution at the door. Suggested contribution is $10. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts is in Langley

Call WICA at (360) 221-8268 for information Send donations to P.O. Box 812, Langley WA 98260.