"Fired Up Newburyport" to Assist the Victims of the Liberty Street Fire
It has been said that “It Takes a village to raise a child” – in the case when businesses suffer a devastating fire – it takes a community to come together to help each other. The greater Newburyport community has reached out to the businesses that suffered significant losses last month during the Liberty Street fire.
As usual, the community of Newburyport has rallied together as a community that cares and takes care of each other when something bad happens.
The City of Newburyport, Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Firehouse Center for the Arts along with members of the Newburyport business community have come together to plan a fundraising event entitled “Fired Up NBPT” to assist with financial needs that will not be covered by the business owner’s insurance.
On Wednesday, July 20, downtown Newburyport will be the centerpiece of this fundraising event. The Firehouse will offer musical entertainment from 5 – 9 PM. Billed as a “musical open house” – three local bands have donated their time and talent to offer entertainment for the event attendees.
Lux 5 PM
Henry Welch Band 6 PM
Cup of Joe 7 PM
Liz Frame and The Kickers 8 PM
In addition to the entertainment, a raffle of local retail items and beer and wine (donations suggested) will be available as well. Suggested donation for the event at the Firehouse is $25 per person
In addition to the musical open house, local restaurants and retailers will offer percentages on the proceeds from their sales that day to the relief fund. You can listen to some great music, enjoy fabulous dining, shopping and services all while supporting our neighbors and benefiting a great cause.
Agave 5% of total sales
Angie’s Restaurant 5% of breakfast sales
Brass Lyon 5% of total sales
Brine 5% of total sales
CEIA 5% of total sales
Fowle’s Market 5% of total sales
Giuseppe’s Italian Restaurant 5 % of total retail sales
Glenn’s Restaurant 5% of total sales
The Grog 5% of total sales
INTERLOCKS Salon + Spa 5% of all sales (service and retail)
Joppa Fine Foods 5% of total sales
Loretta 5% of total sales
Metzy’s 5% of total truck sales
Michael’s Harborside 5% of total sales
Mission Oak 5 % of total sales
Oregano's Ristorante & Pizzeria 5% of total sales
Port Plum/Newburyport Olive Oil 5% of sales
Port Tavern 5% of total sales
Orange Leaf 5% of total sales
Otto Pizza 5% of sales (pickup and delivery)
Starboard Galley 5% of total sales
The Poynt 5% of alcohol sales
Thirsty Whale 5% of alcohol sales
Mission Oak Grill has also donated (10) $50 gift cards that will be raffled off. Tickets are $5 each and are available at Inn Street Barbershop, 50 Inn Street, Newburyport. Also, Matt and Karyn Khatib are designing and working on a Newburyport necklace that will be available for sale at MK Benatti Jewelers in the near future and will support the effort as well. More information will be forthcoming.
Many members of the planning committee offered words of support.
Mayor Donna D. Holaday states “The fire that destroyed Abraham’s and impacted all the businesses on East Row was devastating to the owners and their employees. It is so heartening to see the local businesses, restaurants, Chamber and City come together so quickly in response to this crisis. I encourage all to come out and listen to music, visit shops and enjoy great food to show your support and help all impacted by the fire.”
Laurie Contrino, Firehouse Center for the Arts states "The Firehouse is honored to open its doors to the community as together we join efforts to rally around the downtown businesses affected by the fire in our precious downtown. Newburyport is truly a special place, where business owners and residents do not hesitate to rush to the aid of those in a time of crisis and need."
Local business owners on the committee as well offered the following. Ginny Eramo, Owner, INTERLOCKS Salon + Spa - “To see your business literally go down in flames, is every business owner’s worst nightmare. Insurance will help but it won’t be enough, and I’m compelled to lend my support to help Abraham’s and others overcome this setback.” Also Nancy Batista Caswell stated “At the drop of a quick email our food community responded with YES how can I help. Our community is special and any business owner is treated as family. Newburyport has heart.”
Funds raised during the event will assist businesses and employees of the businesses with loss of salary and other needs. The Provident Bank has set up a fund where donations will be kept and managed. Donations can be sent to:
Fired Up NBPT
The Provident Bank
66 Storey Ave, Newburyport, MA 01950
For more information on the event go to the FaceBook page – FiredUpNBPT – A Community Unites
For more information contact event organizers:
Mayor Donna Holaday, City of Newburyport, 978-465-4413
Laurie Contrino, Firehouse Center for the Arts, 978-499-9931
Ann Ormond, Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry, 978-462-6680
"Fired Up Newburyport" to Assist the ...
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 20, 2016
