Scotch Plains Police Foundation Comedy Night to Feature Mike Marino

On April 5, the Scotch Plains Police Foundation will be holding a comedy night fundraiser sponsored by K-9 Resorts in Fanwood featuring comedian Mike Marino.

K-9 Resorts owners, Jason and Steven Parker have been working with the police department on the fundraiser for the past four years. In the first year, the event raised over $5,000 which gave the department the ability to buy two bullet proof vests for the dogs in the K-9 Unit.

“I wanted to get involved because I am a dog lover and wanted to help our town with their police k9 unit,” Jason Parker said. “Also, as a Scotch Plains resident, I feel we are much safer and better off having a police k9 unit.”

He added that dogs are greatly beneficial for the police department in a variety of ways including sniffing out bombs and school safety.

The fundraiser will take place on April 5 at Shackamaxon Country Club with a cocktail hour from 7pm to 8pm and the show beginning at 8pm. The price is $70 per ticket, which includes the comedy show, Hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.

“People who are looking for an amazing night of fun and laughs, that want to help contribute to a great cause should attend,” Jason told Patch.

The proceeds of the event will be donated to the Scotch Plains Police Department for equipment that is not included in the town budget.

To purchase tickets contact Jessie at 908-490-0808 or by email at jsapienza@k9resorts.com.

For more information on comedian Mike Marino, check out these websites: www.mikemarino.net and www.youtube.com/mikedmarino.