Unlike their Gen-X children, Bruce and Linda Grider are not necessarily Jerry Seinfeld fans.

But the Oswego couple absolutely love the Paramount Theatre in Aurora. Which is why they not only purchased the pricey tickets to the legendary comedian’s show at the theater in January, they went in with another couple for a sponsorship of this performance that’s the focus of a fundraising gala for the Paramount.

This Seinfeld event is a big deal.

For one thing, booking marquee performers always requires “more finesse,” says Paramount President Tim Rater, who lists availability, marketing, cost and competition among the factors that must be considered.

“It takes a long time to do,” he tells me, adding that “for every one (act) you get there are 25 you don’t get.”

The Griders, as well as many

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