POUGHKEEPSIE – at Mahoney’s Irish Pub and Steakhouse was the location for the Comedy Cares fundraiser for the of the Hudson Valley. The event, hosted by Darion Edwards, raised money for the charity that prepares and delivers free meals to children with cancer and their families.
Sponsored by Dutchess Roots, the fundraiser featured Mike Sicoli, Dan McRitchie, and Darion Edwards, with Ken Krantz headlining the night of laughter.
With more than a hundred supporters in attendance, Sparrow’s Nest Founder and Executive Director Krista Jones stopped laughing long enough to express her appreciation to . “This was such an incredible night made possible by a bunch of selfless comedians who traveled from all over to raise money and bring laughter during a time when laughing is hard to do. I can’t thank them and everyone who came out to support us enough. It’s heartwarming.”
“Sparrow’s Nest does a tremendous amount of work for patients and families suffering from cancer,” said funnyman Dan McRitchie. “This night of laughter gives the community a chance to help Sparrow’s Nest while enjoying a night out with friends.”
Laugh It Up has more comedians gearing up to perform. .
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