Columbus Day Parade of North Jersey 2009
After enjoying a successful revival in 2008, the Columbus Day Parade of North
Jersey is coming back in 2009. The parade will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4,
stepping off at noon on Main Street in Hackensack.
“Last year’s parade was such a huge success. We were able to bring the community
together to celebrate not only Italian traditions but so many others as well,” said
Mayor Michael Melfi.
Parade Co-Chairman Jack Zisa was instrumental in bringing the tradition back to
Hackensack and is dedicated to keeping it alive.
“This event manages to bring all segments of the community to celebrate together,"
said Zisa, former mayor of Hackensack. “It is one of the few events that people of all
ages can truly enjoy.”
There was never a dull moment during the 2008 parade as marching bands, both
high school and professional, from across New Jersey carried their various styles of
music through the streets of Hackensack. Student organizations and recreational
teams joined the lineup as well as police and fire departments. There were even
characters from the Broadway production of Cirque du Soleil and belly dancers.
“After such a wonderful line up last year, we look forward to even more participation
for this year’s parade,” said Parade Co-Chairman Ralph Contini.
Anyone interested in participating or volunteering should visit www.
columbusdayparadeofnorthjersey.org or call 201-646-3902.
Event Information
What: Columbus Day Parade of North Jersey
When: Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 at noon
Where: Main Street, Hackensack, N.J.
Information Sheet
Sponsorship Form
After enjoying a successful revival in 2008, the Columbus Day Parade of North
Jersey is coming back in 2009. The parade will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4,
stepping off at noon on Main Street in Hackensack.
“Last year’s parade was such a huge success. We were able to bring the community
together to celebrate not only Italian traditions but so many others as well,” said
Mayor Michael Melfi.
Parade Co-Chairman Jack Zisa was instrumental in bringing the tradition back to
Hackensack and is dedicated to keeping it alive.
“This event manages to bring all segments of the community to celebrate together,"
said Zisa, former mayor of Hackensack. “It is one of the few events that people of all
ages can truly enjoy.”
There was never a dull moment during the 2008 parade as marching bands, both
high school and professional, from across New Jersey carried their various styles of
music through the streets of Hackensack. Student organizations and recreational
teams joined the lineup as well as police and fire departments. There were even
characters from the Broadway production of Cirque du Soleil and belly dancers.
“After such a wonderful line up last year, we look forward to even more participation
for this year’s parade,” said Parade Co-Chairman Ralph Contini.
Anyone interested in participating or volunteering should visit www.
columbusdayparadeofnorthjersey.org or call 201-646-3902.
Event Information
What: Columbus Day Parade of North Jersey
When: Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 at noon
Where: Main Street, Hackensack, N.J.
Information Sheet
Sponsorship Form
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| Columbus Day Parade of North Jersey, Inc. 65 Central Avenue Hackensack, NJ 07601 Phone: 201-646-3902 Fax: 201-646-8059 |