ROAR hosts jazz concert to raise funds for LGBTQ refugees in Nanaimo.

ROAR Team 8 will present Radical Acceptance, a jazz concert at Brechin United Church on Feb. 21 to raise money for sponsoring LGBTQ refugees.

ROAR Team 8 is hosting a concert called Radical Acceptance at Brechin United Church to raise money for LGBTQ refugees. The concert is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21 from 2-5 p.m. Performers Joshua Holloway and Kenton Willem will offer a mix of jazz and uplifting music, and organizer Antoinette Spoor said the event aims to create a welcoming environment for all. While the music is tailored for adults, Spoor said it will be appropriate for children. Event details: - Date and time: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2-5 p.m. - Location: Brechin United Church in Nanaimo. - Performers and music: Joshua Holloway and Kenton Willem, presenting a combination of jazz and uplifting pieces. - Fundraising elements: ticket sales and a dessert sale during intermission; the article lists desserts such as Portuguese pudding, chocolate cake, carrot cake, gluten-free options and a fruit coupe. - ROAR background and recent activity: ROAR is a Nanaimo-based non-profit marking its 10th anniversary; sponsorship groups have welcomed nine refugees and local teams are working to support another six, with the most recent arrival about two weeks ago. - Ticket and contact information: the article reports an Eventbrite listing and a local contact number were provided for more information. Summary: The concert is intended to raise funds to support ROAR's sponsorship and settlement work for LGBTQ refugees and to mark community support during the group's 10th anniversary. Local teams have welcomed nine refugees and are working to secure support for six more, and the most recent arrival was reported about two weeks ago. The event is scheduled for Feb. 21 and the article notes ticketing and contact details were made available.