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Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Famed Pianist ELEW to Perform at Rebuild Hoboken Gala

The famous pianist is scheduled to perform Saturday night.

The organizing committee of the Gala to Rebuild Hoboken announced that pianist ELEW will headline the event with a performance. ELEW — who doesn't sit down when he plays the piano — will perform two sets throughout the evening, the committee announced. Silent auctions throughout the night are meant to raise extra money. (the biggest donation was received earlier this month, when Haven Savings Bank donated $250,000) Other treats include cake from Buddy Valastro, an appearance by the Manzo brothers and the emcee qualities of CBS entertainment reporter Katie McGee. And of course, beside all the celebs, the who's who of Hoboken will also be in attendance. The gala starts with cocktail hour at the W Hotel at 7 p.m. on Saturday night.

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Rebuild Hoboken Gears Up for Star Studded Fundraiser

A gala will be held on February 2.

Rebuild Hoboken, the city's relief fund, is currently in the process of organizing its biggest event to date. After receiving a $250,000 donation last week from Haven Savings Bank, the committee is now in the midst of preparing a star studded event at the W Hotel on February 2. The Manzo Brothers — Hobokenites Albie and Chris — told The Dish that they will be present at the event, and may show up with more family members. According to Jackie Burton, who is on the Rebuild Hoboken committee, said the organizers are currently "reviewing teams, traffic flow, décor, required staff numbers and starting a list of what celebrities could be approached to attend." Hobokenites can attend the event, tickets will be available at multiple price points. …

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puzzledone

12:47 pm on Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Talk to Mike Russo. First, he is similarly situated, and given that he paid $1 for his property, the damage is likely substantially in excess of his purchase price. Second, he promised to give the money he would have spent on christmas cards to help statewide victims. Not sure how much cheaper a robo-call to folks like me outside of his district was then sending a card.   more ›

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