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The Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association and The Montclair Orchestra are pleased
to invite the public to an interactive and opulent ball celebrating the 1883 Inauguration of President
Grover Cleveland at the Upper Montclair Women's Club in Montclair, New Jersey on Saturday,
November 10th, 2018 at 6:30pm.
Montclair, NJ, September 14, 2018 --(PR.com)-- The Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial
Association and The Montclair Orchestra are pleased to invite the public to an interactive and opulent ball
celebrating the 1883 Inauguration of President Grover Cleveland at the Upper Montclair Women's Club
in Montclair, New Jersey on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at 6:30pm.
Designed to be an immersive experience, the black-tie affair pays tribute to the life and accomplishments
of New Jersey's only native-born President, Grover Cleveland. All money raised will go to increase
awareness of Cleveland's birthplace located in Caldwell, New Jersey and his historical significance.
Playing the President during the reenactment of the inauguration will be his grandson, George Cleveland
and playing Vice President Adlai Stevenson, will be his great grandson, US Ambassador Thomas
Robertson IV. John Elliott of CBS Morning News along with former White House pastry chef to five
presidents, Chef Roland Mesnier will serve as Masters of Ceremonies. Mesnier's appearance will include
a book signing, the sharing of humorous stories about his life and time in our nation's presidential
residence.
A formal and upscale gathering, guests will take part in an enchanting and historical evening complete
with dinner and dancing to the music of the Montclair Orchestra, directed by David Chan, the
Concertmaster of the Metropolitan Opera. An exhibition of historic memorabilia from the Grover
Cleveland Birthplace will be on display highlighting various elements of the President's early life.
Transporting attendees back in time will be a display of elegant ballgowns and formal men's attire
including a gorgeous1890's gown, courtesy of the Morris Museum. The evening's cuisine will feature
delicacies reminiscent of the time Cleveland was in office.
Inaugural Gala Chair, Alice W. Gibson notes, “It's important to remember history and teach the next
generation about the past. We are fortunate to have a presidential birthplace in our state; fundraisers like
this support its mission. We've planned an evening that will feel like you are stepping back into a moment
in time and I am personally very excited to witness this historic event.”
To relive the romance of the late 19th Century, guests may purchase tickets for $300 per person and $500
for Patrons, who will receive a copy of Chef Mesnier's book and preferred ballroom seating. Sponsorship
opportunities are also available and all proceeds benefit the Grover Cleveland Birthplace. To purchase
tickets or for more information, visit www.presidentcleveland.org or contact 973-226-0001.
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The Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association (GCBMA) is a conservancy and advocacy group
dedicated to preserving the home and legacy of President Cleveland, the only U.S. President born in New
Jersey. Through volunteer-based initiatives, our goal is to increase awareness and support of the Grover
Cleveland birthplace and its heritage. The GCBMA activities include fundraising in support of
educational programs and lectures, interpretation and preservation of the birthplace and its collection of
historic objects, and history-themed social activities which engage the public. Working in partnership
with the State of New Jersey, we look forward to implementation of our plan to build a Visitor Center on
site, providing state of the art space for educational and programming activities, as well as to display
historically significant artifacts and exhibitions related to Grover Cleveland and his Presidency.
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Contact Information:
Seven Degrees Communications
Jessica Levin
908-912-4418
Contact via Email
www.sevendegreescommunications.com
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