Though you might not see stories about the devastation from Hurricane Sandy and the people that it affected frequenting your news channels and programs as often as they once did these days, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t people still struggling out there to piece together their lives. This evening Tin Angel will open its doors for a showcase to benefit Union Beach, N.J., which is the hometown of Philly Weekly’s Tara Murtha who will be hosting the evening along with local storytelling funny lady Juliet Hope Wayne. Below are words from Tara about the place where she grew up and why you should come out tonight to show your support.
“Union Beach is a small town less than two square miles that on the edge of Raritan Bay in Monmouth County, N.J. The unique conditions of Hurricane Sandy caused the bay to surge, punching over 100 houses out of existence. Many other homes were ruined and all were damaged. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to a fund set up by the township, as well as one special family: the Smiths. Ray Smith built his house with his own hands. The hurricane ruined the house and like many other Union Beach families, he did not have flood insurance. Thank you for keeping these families in mind during the holidays. Union Beach may not be a boardwalk tourist town, but it is home to many good, struggling, hard-working people like Ray.”
Performers who will be donating their time and talents for the night will include The Doublewides, Foxhound (Chris Kasper & Kiley Ryan), Joey Sweeney and Suzie Brown as well as special guests to be announced. Tin Angel, 20 S. 2nd St., 8pm, $10, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman