Sula Costa Daily NYC: Jan 3, 2017

Tuesday, January 3, 2017

Sula --

We're just a few hours away from our last fundraising deadline of the year. And it's not an overstatement to say that we need you now more than ever.

So this is your last chance -- help support OFA's work by chipping in whatever you can before we close the books on this critical quarter.

Across the country, OFA supporters and volunteers are already gearing up for the fights we'll face in the next few months. I'm not going to lie to you, it's daunting -- but if the last few years have taught me anything, it's that this movement can tackle huge things when we come together and fight like hell.

We have to keep up the fight if we're going to defend the progress we've worked so tirelessly for. Nobody ever said change was easy, but we've proven we can bring it. Protecting it is going to be just as hard, but if we stick together, we can do that, too.

That's why I'm asking you, Sula: Invest in this work. Help keep this movement going strong as we move into the new year. Pitch in $5, or whatever you can, before tonight's deadline.

Thanks for being a part of this.

Messina

Jim Messina
Co-Chair
Organizing for Action

In 1796, as George Washington set the precedent for a peaceful, democratic transfer of power, he also set a precedent by penning a farewell address to the American people. And over the 220 years since, many American presidents have followed his lead.

On Tuesday, January 10, I'll go home to Chicago to say my grateful farewell to you, even if you can't be there in person.

I'm just beginning to write my remarks. But I'm thinking about them as a chance to say thank you for this amazing journey, to celebrate the ways you've changed this country for the better these past eight years, and to offer some thoughts on where we all go from here.

Since 2009, we've faced our fair share of challenges, and come through them stronger. That's because we have never let go of a belief that has guided us ever since our founding -- our conviction that, together, we can change this country for the better.

So I hope you'll join me one last time.

Because, for me, it's always been about you.

President Barack Obama

Cécile McLorin Salvant and the Aaron Diehl Trio

Vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant with pianist Aaron Diehl, bassist Paul Sikivie, and drummer Lawrence Leathers.

Cécile McLorin Salvant is a breathtaking young vocalist who has taken the jazz world by storm. Through original compositions, timeless hits, and forgotten gems, Salvant assimilates a vast lineage of jazz vocalists into her own powerful and distinct expression. The 26-year-old recently won the 2016 Grammy Award® for Best Jazz Vocal Album, and she continues to lead critics’ polls and sing at top venues around the world. Our concert halls are always packed when Salvant performs, and these special New Year's Eve shows in our most intimate performance space are sure to sell out quickly.

Ticket price for 12/31/16 at 7:30pm includes a three course menu. Ticket price for 12/31/16 at 11pm includes a three course menu plus a midnight champagne toast. The set price covers the performance, menu, and tax; does not include gratuity or additional drinks. Seats will be sold general admission, table and high table seating. Depending on house availability, customers may be seated with another party. High tables accommodate two seats each. $7 fee applies per seat sold by CenterCharge. $7 fee applies per seat sold via jazz.org. $3.50 facility fee applies per seat sold. Maximum of eight seats per order. Exchanges are not available for this event.

New Year’s Eve 2016 Menu

Starter Choices

Lobster Bisque

Caviar Crème Fraîche, Crostini

Dizzy’s New Year’s Eve Salad

Baby Arugula and Baby Kales, Fennel, Roasted Baby Beets, Fines Herbs, Prosecco Vinaigrette

Crispy Spiced Cauliflower

Marinated Golden Raisins, Shaved Red Onion, Grain Mustard, Escarole

Pepper Crusted Beef Carpaccio

Frisée, Baby Vegetables, Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

Seared Diver Scallops (11pm set only)

Braised Leeks, Potato Nest, White Wine Fumet