Lynda Baquero to convene Gala

Lynda Baquero to convene Gala

NBC4 New York Consumer Reporter Lynda Baquero is Mistress of Ceremony of "Newark's Treasures," La Casa de Don Pedro's 40th Anniversary Gala this Thursday, April 4th at the Prudential Center.

The event celebrates the social service and community development corporation's 40th Anniversary and recognizes the city's treasured places, institutions, and rising leaders. Honorees include Branch Brook Park, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark City Hall, Newark Museum, Newark Public Library, Newark Symphony Hall, Rutgers-Newark, The NJ Historical Society, WBGO Jazz88 Radio, and Monsignor William J. Linder of New Community Corporation.

Exclusive entertainment is the Mambo Legends Orchestra, featuring the former All Stars of the Tito Puente Orchestra. The Mambo Legends Orchestra is led by John "˜Dandy' Rodriguez, Mitch Frohman, and musically directed by Jose Madera, each having spent over 25 years working with Tito Puente.

"Newark's Treasures" is one of five events in celebration of La Casa's 40th Anniversary. To learn more or to purchase tickets to the gala (each @ $200) visit www.lacasanwk40th.org or call 973.482.8312.

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