IRVINGTON — The Irvington Development Organization (IDO) will host a major fundraiser, “A Red Letter Evening: Classy Fundraiser for the Rehab of the Former Irvington Post Office,” on Oct. 12 from 7-9 p.m. at the Bona Thompson Memorial Center, 5350 University Ave. Tickets are $75 for “First Class”, or $125 for “Priority.” The First Class ticket includes food, complementary drinks, and live jazz entertainment from 7-9 p.m Priority ticket holders will enjoy a private pre-reception at two stately Irvington homes, including live entertainment, signature cocktails, and hors d’ouerves beginning at 6 p.m., and transportation to and from the Bona for the festivities.Tickets are available online at https://irvingtonpostoffice.eventbrite.com/
Featured performers include jazz vocalist Cathie Layne. This is also an opportunity to meet friends and neighbors for a good cause.
The 110-year old building on the corner of Ritter and East Washington St. was purchased in a partnership agreement between IDO and the Irvington Historical Society earlier this year, thanks to a loan from Citizen’s Energy Group. They have been working on raising funds to stabilize and rehab the building, which had fallen into disrepair over the years. After the work is completed, IDO will seek out a buyer or renter for the commercial building.
