Following a recent fire at the S.O.S. Children’s Village which claimed the life of two children, the appeals went out. A musical evening at Red Bones Cafe last night was pulled together with the proceeds all going to S.O.S.. The event was organized largely by the waiters of Red Bones, many of whom grew up at S.O.S.

Audience members were asked to contribute whatever they could and bring a wrapped gift for a child if possible. The small venue was packed to the hilt with the Christmas spirit. For music lovers, the night presented an collection of artistes that had volunteered their time to perform. We were treated to Della Manley, Kai and members of Rootz underground among others.

The highlight of the show, however, was the children of S.O.S. who had prepared a variety of items - poetry, songs, skits. Despite the destruction of their costumes in the fire, their modernized, Jamaicanized story of the Nativity was one of the great moments, with several of the children hamming it up for the audience.

The spirit of these children was evident in their gleaming smiles and the enthusiasm with which they took to the stage. A moment of silence was held for the two children lost in the fire, and many praises heaped upon the young man who had attempted to save the children from the fire, which happened while he was visiting the Village. This night served as a reminder that there are always those who need our help, not just at Christmas but all year long.