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A Message from the President |
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Written by Richard SaBell
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Sunday, 11 October 2009 18:15 |
Thank you all for your support and participation! The parade was a success despite the weather and the weak attempt at cancellation. The October newsletter will be out shortly with a full recap of the day. The following is copy of the letter sent to all the same people that received the phony cancellation email.
Letter to the Media October 11, 2009
As evidenced by the wonderful but cold Columbus Day Parade on Saturday, the parade was not cancelled and was never in danger of being cancelled. Some have called the attempt to disrupt the parade a hoax but in truth the criminal impersonation of anyone is a serious matter. Denver Police have informed me the investigation is ongoing. As a private citizen, as President of the Columbus Day Parade committee, and as a member of the National Order Sons of Italy in America and Grand Lodge of Colorado, I will pursue this matter to the fullest extent of the law.
It is important to remember that in addition to honoring a brave explorer and acknowledging Italian American contribution to this country, Columbus day commemorates the beginnings of America itself. A National American holiday of great importance. I feel it is long overdue for a close look at who and what opposes this celebration. We have multimedia documentation of protestor signs reading "I hate the U.S.A.," "Victory to Afghanistan," "Death to Empire," and an effigy of Uncle Sam used as a pinata and beaten with a shoe. Shouted slogans over a loudspeaker of "occupier go away," and "hey little kid, your dad is a racist." This yearly abuse of the Italian American community at the hands of individuals with no regard for the law of the land or the rights of their fellow citizens is a disgrace. Know that the Columbus Day Parade will take place next year despite any opposition, even Mother Nature.
To avoid any confusion or misunderstanding in the future I suggest you check ou! r website for up to date info and a full contact list of anyone you may need. You may also call me direct 720-323-4260. If you reach my voice mail, please leave a message and I will return your call directly.
G. Richard SaBell
President
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Last Updated on Sunday, 11 October 2009 18:24 |
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Come Celebrate the 102nd Parade!! |
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Friday, 26 June 2009 22:25 |
When: October 10, 2009, 10:00 AM,
Where: Downtown Denver
 We parade through the streets of downtown. See everything you love about a parade: floats, colorful costumes, fire engines, motorcycles, cars and more! Float Contest!! T-Shirt Design Contest!! Nominate Parade King & Queen!! Nominate Parade Starter, Grand Marshall, Italian of the Year!! . Bocce Tournament Saturday, August 8, 2009 , Raffle Drawing (details here)
On Saturday, October 10, 2009, at 10:00AM, we will celebrate the American National Holiday which commemorates Columbus' contribution to the formation of this great nation. It will also remind each one of us of the blood, sweat and tears our ancestors shed so that we might live and enjoy our lives in the land of the free. The Columbus Day Parade Committee has made it its goal not only to organize the parade, but also to use it as a means of bringing all Americans of  Colorado together. Therefore, we invite all organizations, clubs and individuals to participate in the parade or come downtown and just enjoy the day.
Committee membership is open to the public and anyone wishing to join may submit an application for membership. If you would like to take part in this year's Parade; however, we ask that you complete this registration form.
This years Parade recognition goes to:
| Italian of the Year: |
George Mazzotti Sr. |
| Parade Starter: |
John Carochi |
Grand Marshall:
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Mike Broncuci
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Parade Queen:
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Amanda Busnardo
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Parade King:
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Michael Filbin
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Congratulazioni to all winners! |
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Last Updated on Friday, 02 October 2009 21:35 |
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