Local residents can get a chuckle out of helping the Harrison City Volunteer Fire Department this weekend.

Tammy Pescatelli, a finalist on the second season of "Last Comic Standing," will bring her comedy routine to the Harrison Room at 9 p.m. Saturday.

The performance is a fundraiser for Harrison City Volunteer Fire Department.

He said comedy shows were appealing to him because they were rare in the area.

"We felt this was something no one was doing and thought, 'Gee, what a great idea,'" Fergusen said. "It's the same show you'd get at The Improv or the Funny Bone, except it's in Harrison City."

This is Pescatelli's second show in Harrison City.

"She was an opening act for us six years ago. People loved her," Fergusen said. "When I saw her on TV, I couldn't believe it. We're fortunate to have that kind of talent available to us and to bring her back."

This year, the audience can enjoy an opening act by Pittsburgh native Auggie Cook, who regularly visits WDVE's Morning Show with Jim Krenn.

Cook is no stranger to performing for volunteer fire departments.

"I've done some shows where the firemen have had calls in he middle of the act," Cook said with a laugh. "What are you going to do, though?"

Of the many fundraising events for the fire department, Fergusen said, the comedy show is his favorite.

"It's only one piece of the puzzle as far as funding goes, but it's probably the most fun," he said.

Cook agreed.

"These shows have my favorite crowds. A lot of people know each other, so they all laugh with each other," Cook said. "At comedy clubs, you only know the people you came with."

Though it's fun, people who support the event play a big role in giving back to the community and the fire department.

"We're no different than any volunteer fire department. We need money to sustain the level of service to our community," Fergusen said. "It's about helping us to help you. Only through the support of the community can we do that."

Sometimes the comedians give back, too.

"I sell my CDs, and I'll give a portion of the sales to the fire hall," Cook said. "I'm glad to help."