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‘Building Our Future Together’ was the emphasis of the Bronx Children’s Museum’s second annual awards gala on Tuesday, May 8 at the Edison Ballroom. The star-studded evening raised $465,000 and honored such local illuminaries as Sonia Manzano, Maria from ‘Sesame Street,’ author and activist; Kerry Malawista and Alan Heilbron, donors of the Museum On The Go! bus and Chazz Palminteri, Bronx-born actor, director and ‘A Bronx Tale’ creator.

(l-r) Sunny Hostin, Richard Abrons, Kerry Washington and Rafael Collado enjoyed this year’s gala celebration at the Edison Ballroom.
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“Kids need a place to help them follow their dreams. So every time you give money to a great cause like the Bronx Children’s Museum, you’re not just helping a child, you’re helping a universe. It’s a ripple effect,” stated Bronx native and Oscar-nominated actor Chazz Palminteri.
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“I love to learn about nature and explore more about the art in the Bronx. I want people to aspire to go outside, explore trees, bugs and flowers located all around,” expressed Cerenity Blanding.
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Carla Precht (l), Bronx Children’s Museum executive director and Hope Harley, Bronx Children’s Musuem Board of Directors president introduced the honorees.
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Alan Heilbron and Kerry Malawista proudly displayed their award.
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