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This resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade for its cultural and community contributions.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of cultural preservation and community identity. by recognizing a longstanding festival that celebrates Italian American heritage, traditions, and shared history in Schuyler County.
Acknowledges significant community impact. the festival not only strengthens cultural ties but also reinvests proceeds into local charities and scholarships, directly benefiting area students and organizations.
Underscores the festival’s evolution and growing influence. over four decades, from a local religious procession to a major three-day event that draws broad participation and serves as a focal point for community gathering and pride.
Illustrates the legislative value placed on ethnic diversity and civic engagement. , signaling that such celebrations are essential to the social fabric and vitality of the broader New York State community.
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Honor Italian Festival Anniversary
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Senate Resolution No. 918 BY: Senator O'MARA COMMEMORATING the 40th Anniversary of the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to those organizations and events of true purpose and… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 918 BY: Senator O'MARA COMMEMORATING the 40th Anniversary of the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to those organizations and events of true purpose and worthy accomplishment which foster a spirit of community and service and, simultaneously, work diligently to preserve their rich cultural heritage; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade; and WHEREAS, The Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade has partnered with the Village of Watkins Glen, New York, to honor the county's heritage with the Lafayette Park Legacy Lane, located at the corner of Decatur and 4th Street; Legacy Lane provides opportunities to commemorate families, organizations or exceptional moments with engraved bricks; and WHEREAS, The celebration of this momentous occasion will begin with a pre-festival gathering on Wednesday, August 7, 2019, to officially unveil the bricks added to Legacy Lane, and will continue with its Annual Festival and Parade August 9-11, 2019; and WHEREAS, The Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade was founded by a small group of Italian Americans residing in Watkins Glen, as a way to honor the Feast of the Assumption which occurs each August; and WHEREAS, During this inaugural celebration, a procession of men carried the Virgin Mary statue on their shoulders through the streets of the village; and WHEREAS, Through the years, the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade has grown tremendously to become a three day event and the location was moved from Lafayette Park to Clute Park; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, proceeds from the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade are given back to charities within the local community, and scholarships are provided to a graduating senior from each of the three area high schools; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to recognize such events of significance which foster ethnic pride and exemplify the cultural diversity that represents and strengthens the fabric of the people and the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Schuyler County Italian American Festival and Parade Committee.
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