In 2007 the Italian Community in Rochester celebrated our first Columbus Day parade. This year the Italian Civic League will again host the parade in downtown Rochester, in addition to our traditional Columbus Day Luncheon. Please join us as we celebrate our community.

• Columbus Day Parade Saturday, October 11th, 2008 at 11:30am
• Columbus Day Luncheon Monday, October 13th, 2008 at 11:15am

We are looking for groups to participate in the parade, sponsors, spectators, and children of all ages to fill Main Street Rochester for this great community event. Also, we will be honoring people in the Italian community at both the luncheon and the parade. You are welcome to submit nominations for all recognition categories. Use the Contact Us form to send in your suggestions.

Columbus Day celebrations are only a part of the many events planned during the month of October. October is Italian Heritage Month. For more information on upcoming events, visit our website www.italiancivicleague.org.

Download an application for participation in the 2008 Columbus Day Parade, or information on the various sponsorship opportunities available. The most up-to-date information about the parade will be listed here at www.ColumbusDayRochester.org so check back often. Thank you for your continued support of community events and the Italian Community.

-- Italian Civic League -- The Columbus Day Parade Committee