On Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 7:30 p.m., the Hoboken Quality of Life Coalition conducted its sixth year of presenting Hoboken Thanksgiving Awards. Three citizens and, for the first time, a for-profit organization were honored. The three citizens were lauded for their free contributions of time and talent for the betterment of the City of Hoboken. The fourth award focused on sustainability and utilization of new techniques in the workplace. The event was held at the Hoboken Historical Museum, Hudson at 13th St. There were over 45 people in attendance including the return of former awardees Leah Healey and Jim Doyle as well as Larry Henriques. the event was supported with a grant from PSE&G as well as donations of wine from Jospeh Branco owner of Room 84 on lower Washington Street, and Anthony Pino owner of Anthony David and Bin 14. A delicious finale came in the form of profiteroles from the French baker Nichole who owns With Love from the Cupboard an online bakery.
Recipients of the awards are as follows:
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Community Service Award to Valerie D’Antonio for being a volunteer for many causes and on many committees.
Environmental Award, In Memoriam to Marj Laue for her efforts in the development of green gardens in the city.
Community Awareness Award to Mark Singleton for his extraordinary work involving the care of the poor and shelter for the homeless.
QLC’s Green Award to Jason Scott and Chris Viola, owners of The Taco Truck and restaurant for their “green” store and contributions to the city’s tree planting program.
Attached are reward certificates for the recipients:
The Hoboken Thanksgiving Awards were initiated in 2005 by the Hoboken Quality of Life Coalition as a means of expressing gratitude for the energy and talent provided by ordinary citizens who volunteer their time and talent without remuneration for the benefit of the city. “These awards provide an opportunity for the Hoboken community to bring its many-times unspoken expressions of thanks and gratitude to full voice,” says Helen Manogue, Coordinator of QLC. “The new QLC Green Award has been created in order to point out what a business entity can do to assist the city in reducing carbon dioxide emissions and clearing the air.”