A local furniture store is set to host a unique comedy show this Saturday. And the aim is not only to entertain but also to support families affected by addiction.
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The event, which is organized by nonprofit Ezra’s Hope, will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Raymour and Flanigan’s Oxford Valley location at 9 Cabot Boulevard East in Falls Township.
Dubbed a “sit-down” comedy show, the afternoon will feature performances by local comedians in partnership with Laughs For Recovery.
“The nonprofit hopes that the event will bring smiles and laughter to the community while also raising awareness to a topic that’s no laughing matter –– addiction,” organizers said.
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Cindy Ritter, president of Ezra’s Hope, was excited about the event, which marks the nonprofit’s first fundraiser since the pandemic.
“Help has been pretty hard to find. The last time Ezra’s Hope held a fundraiser was in September 2019, before COVID-19 shut the world down. Since then, we have been unable to organize any events to help raise the funds necessary to help families in need,” Ritter said.
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In addition to laughs, the event will offer raffles and giveaways with prizes donated by businesses and organization’s such as The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, Crayola, Longwood Gardens, and Chipotle.
Ezra’s Hope has been around since 2017.
The Montgomery County-based nonprofit provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to families dealing with the aftermath of addiction.
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“By helping families pick up the pieces from this terrible disease in a positive light, we hope to prevent the same behavior from continuing,” Ritter said.
Recent federal data underscores the severity of the addiction crisis. There were more than 110,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2023, including 4,823 in Pennsylvania.
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Tickets for the comedy show are available for sale online.
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