They postponed this race to Sunday 1/9/11. Just in case anyone was interested. 

 http://www.nyrr.org/races/2011/r0108x00.asp

 Update: As a precaution against unsafe weather conditions, NYRR, along with our city partners, has decided to move the NYRR Fred Lebow Classic from Saturday, January 8, to Sunday, January 9. The start time and course will remain the same. All registered runners, regardless of whether they run or not, will receive the marathon qualifying credit. If you have additional questions, please e-mailreghelp@nyrr.org.