Employees of Compassion Café, a nonprofit organization in Beach Haven, performed an energetic and uplifting production of “Footloose the Musical” at the Stafford Township Arts Center in Manahawkin on Wednesday, May 7. More than just entertainment, the production was a fundraiser, celebration and opportunity to show off the actors’ hard work and dedication to rehearsals. Additionally, it was a way for the café to say thank you to the community for its support.

Founded in 2020, Compass ion Café provides individuals with disabilities an opportunity for paid employment to give…