Description

Hamilton Township Mayor Jeff Martin accepted the request of the Trenton Columbus Statue Restoration Committee to conduct a commemorative flag raising for Columbus Day on October 14.

This special event is organized by the Honorable Cav. Gilda Rorro Ed.D. for every Italian American in the NJ/Philly area to show solidarity and support for their Italian heritage. There will be inspiring guest speakers.

Refreshments will be served.

Schedule of Events:

11:30-11:35 am
Greetings and Remarks - Moderator Cav. Dr. Gilda Rorro Baldassari, Honorary Vice Consul for Italy, in Trenton, Emerita

11:35-11:45 am
Pledge of Allegiance - Maria Elena Jones, President Emeritus, Trenton NAACP
National Anthem - Steinert High School students
Invocation - Deacon Michael Scanella, Our Lady of the Angels Parish

11:45 am-12:05 pm - Welcome and Greetings from Mercer County - The Honorable Daniel Benson, Mercer County Executive; and John Cimino, Chairperson, Board of County Commissioners
Welcome and Greetings from Hamilton Township - Anthony Carabelli, President, Hamilton Township Council; and Robert DiBiase, Chairperson, NJ Italian Heritage Commission (NJIHC)

12:05-12:20 pm - VIP Introductions and Greetings - Bianca Jerez, to Mayor Martin; Paul Harris, Director, Trenton Parks and Recreation; Saverio Nestico, President, Filitalia International

12:20-12:25 pm - Presentation of Gift - Margaret Fontana, Exec. Director, (NJIHC) to Bianca I. Jerez

12:25-12:30 pm - Flag Raising

12:30-12:35 pm - Benediction - Deacon Michael Scanella, Our Lady of the Angels Parish

12:35-1 pm - Refreshments and Networking