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Gabi's Gold Family Fundraiser Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Lisette Olivo
lisette.olivo@gmail.com


GABI'S GOLD FUND ANNOUNCES 'GABI ROCKS NEUROBLASTOMA' CONCERT AND FUNDRAISER
Partners with Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club to Beat Childhood Cancer

MAMARONECK, NEW YORK - Gabi's Gold Fund today announced it will host an inaugural 'Gabi Rocks Neuroblastoma' fundraiser sponsored by Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club (MBYC) on Sunday November 17th from 3:30 - 5:30 PM> The nonprofit organization has partnered with MBYC to host the benefit children's concert and auction in honor of Gabi Olivo, a Throgs Neck 3-year-old, currently battling Stage 4 neuroblastoma, an aggressive form of childhood cancer.

"We are so pleased that Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club has graciously donated their beautiful venue and services in support of finding a cure for neuroblastoma," said Gabi's Gold Chief Financial Officer Jamie Flesher. "Gabi is a strength and inspiration to us all and we are committed to finding a cure for her and all the children battling this horrific disease."

The event will feature a children's concert with musical performances by the acclaimed L.I. Aardvarks' Lisa Ammon and Friends and Zev Haber and Pretzelstein along with children's games and activities, a silent auction and raffle, a consumption bar featuring a "Gabitini" and vendors that include Dove's Chocolate, Stella and Dot, Pampered Chef, Initials, and more. For tickets and information visit: http://www.gabirocks.com

Date: Sunday, November 17, 2013
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club
555 South Barry Ave, Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Cost: $10 in advance and $15 at door

ABOUT GABI'S GOLD FUND/GABI OLIVO

Gabrielle Paige Olivo was a typical sweet and adventurous two year old who loved all things princess, Dora the Explorer, and her ballet classes until August 2013, two and a half weeks before her third birthday, she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. Neuroblastoma is a particularly aggressive form of cancer that affects only children.

ABOUT MAMARONECK BEACH AND YACHT CLUB

Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club is Westchester's premiere waterfront venue. Located on the stunning multi-acre waterfront estate designed by Stanford White in 1885, Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club offers breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound, historical landmark main house, spacious lawns, stunning gardens, and private beach. Voted "Best of Weddings" by the Knot magazine, Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club is the perfect setting for a special occasion corporate outing or nonprofit event. 

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