New Yorkers really love children. Â Last night close to $1.85 million was raised to benefit children in New York’s foster care system at the 9th Annual New Yorkers For Children Fall Gala. Â It is comforting to know that despite of economy decidedly choking itself to death, there are stilll people who are willing to shell out $1000 minimum for a ticket to a charity event. Â Although this year’s event did see an 8.10% decrease in total funds raised…
Patti LaBelle and Jimmy Fallon performed to the likes of (OMFG!) Blake Lively and Taylor Momson, Aerin Lauder, Beyonce and Jay-Z, Zac Posen, Julianne Moore, and Fabiola Beracasa. Â Deep down I’m wondering if the cameo of Gossip Girl cast members prompted a room full of mental countdowns involving the day Dan and Serena get back together (again). Â I know it’s not just me.
With a live auction and dinner at Cipriani 42, the ev
ening honored Kevin Liles, Executive VP of Warner Music Group, for his work with underprivileged childen. Â For more information, or to
 donate, please visit www.newyorkersforchildren.org
~Aliza Zelin~
