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Activism shows comedian Serenity Jones’ serious side Comedian Serenity Jones is hosting a local radio show, starting a new comedy series, and helping to try and save The Bridge. ASHLEY GREEN/ TELEGRAM & GAZETTE
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Liz Fay Special to Worcester Magazine USA TODAY NETWORK
Whether she’s advocating for Worcester’s youth at The Bridge Academy and Community Center, making you laugh out loud at One-Eyed Jacks, or campaigning for size matters on her comical talk show, “Stand Up and Stand Outs” at Unity Radio 97.9 FM, Serenity Jones is Worcester’s main squeeze, appreciated as both a sassy comic and passionate activist. While comedy is a talent that comes naturally to her, it’s her role as a local advocate that sets her apart from the rest of the local comedy arena. “I am not all talk about wanting to make a diff erence. I am about getting the job done and getting my hands dirty. I physically went into local homeless camps to hand out protective masks, sanitizer and food supplies into Worcester’s homeless tent cities. I’ve taken time to know these forgotten ones’ stories as to how they have ended up where they are. When I was made aware of The Bridge having their space possibly be taken away I was quick to jump into action. I reached out to fellow performers and asked them to step up as well”. Originally from Marlboro, Jones’ appreciation for Worcester — including its diversities and inequalities — is what motivates her to keep fi ghting for the city’s underdogs all while making Worcester residents
belly laugh as often as she can. “Growing up in Worcester is a lot diff erent from the suburbs where I grew up. These kids need safe places to go. We all don’t come from the same background and The Bridge can be some of these kids’ main support system. I know what it is like to struggle. I know what it is to choose to buy groceries or pay bills, which is why I run a monthly benefi t show for Feed a Neighbor along with Steve Dembro of Stevie’s Eatery in Hudson. As of now, we have raised just under $2,000 and have been able to supply 370 meals to families in need.” Billed as “Thick Chick Comedy,” Jones’ “Stand Ups and Stand Outs” has gained in popularity over the last six months since showcasing guest appearances by comedy headliner Jimmy Cash, nationwide act Mike Marino, and Boston’s own Dave Russo. Jones’ success has carried her to her latest role as host for the exotic “Get Laid Luau” event on April 29 at One Eyed Jacks. Jones describes the event as a “Warm, beach-ready, anythinggoes comedy show extravaganza.” Worcester’s fi rst Get Laid Luau will feature comedians Jamie Lee Simmons, Eoghan Gallivan, Liz Moniz and Casey Crawford as headliner, with DJ Coley Cole behind the sound desk. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a $10 cover. See JONES, Page 9D
