I was in concert on October 20 in a documentary film screening on the life of Phil Ochs with a wider discussion of the role of protest songs in social action and change. The evening was a terrific opportunity for folks to reflect on Phil’s life and the social movements that he was a part of. I sang Billy Bragg’s “I Dreamed I Saw Phil Ochs Last Night” and Steve Earle’s “Jerusalem”.
In June, 2010 Supportive Housing of Waterloo opened its doors to 30 people who have experienced persistent homelessness on the streets of Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. This affordable housing project provides ongoing supports, such as counseling, to allow people to live independently in their own apartment. To date, this project has changed the live of 30 very deserving people.
Supportive Housing of Waterloo building at 362 Erb Street West, Waterloo, Ontario.
Shortly after the SHOW building opened, I played at the Black Walnut Folk Club and dedicated James Keelaghan’s song, “Safe Home”, to the spirit of the project. It was my thought that everyone is deserving of a safe place which they can refer to as home. James’ song carries the essence of that sentiment.
