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Library Lions Gala Raises $3.4M, Advocates for Arts Funding

11/5/2025

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The Library Lions gala on November 4, 2025 raised over $3.4 million for the New York Public Library system.
Bruce Springsteen attended the gala.
The gala honored Shonda Rhimes and James McBride.
Rhimes expressed hope for a mayoral candidate who would support arts and culture, specifically mentioning Mamdani.
Attendees emphasized funding for the arts and education in the upcoming mayoral election.

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Story summary

The Library Lions gala on November 4, 2025 raised over $3.4 million for the New York Public Library system.
Bruce Springsteen attended the gala.
The gala honored Shonda Rhimes and James McBride.
Rhimes expressed hope for a mayoral candidate who would support arts and culture, specifically mentioning Mamdani.
Attendees emphasized funding for the arts and education in the upcoming mayoral election.