FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.qns.com OCTOBER 13, 2016 • buzz • The Queens Courier 59 buzz An Italian celebration at Astoria’s Columbus Day Parade Photos by Walter Karling Italian pride was celebrated in Astoria’s annual Columbus Day parade on Saturday, Oct. 8. The parade wound its way through the neighborhood from Kaufman Astoria Studios to Columbus Square. The parade was held two days before Columbus Day, which recognizes Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the New World. New York National Army Brigadier General Thomas Principe served as the grand marshal of the festivities. The Aviation High School Junior ROTC poses for an official group photo at the parade conclusion. St. Joseph Grammar School marchers enjoy the festivities. Along Crescent Street, the parade approaches Columbus Square Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Parade Grand Marshal NY Army National Guard Brigadier General Thomas Principe greets 92-year old Battle of the Bulge WW II veteran Luke Gasparre. St. Joseph Grammar School marchers enjoy the festivities. Former City Council Speaker Peter Vallone Sr. The annual laying of the wreath at the base of the Great Navigator’s statue.
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