The following photos were taken at the Columbus Day Committee Wreath Ceremony held at Saint Michael Church and the Columbus Statue on Wooster Square Park. Theresa Argento was chairman of the event and Richard DiPalma Jr. co-chairman.
Following the blessing of the wreaths Deacon Richard Santello and Saint Michael Church Pastor Rev. Ralph Colicchio carry out the wreaths representing Saint Anthony Church and Saint Michael Church.
Milford Volunteer Ancient Fife and Drum Corps leads the procession across Wooster Square Green to the Columbus Statue.
Theresa Argento, chairwoman of the event, is escorted by Richard DiPalma Jr., president of the Italian Youth Organization.
The Southern Italy Religious Societies presidents are all smiles. L‑R: Ruby Proto (Saint Maria Delle Vergine Society), Irene Cuticello Flynn (Saint Catello Society), Frank Gargano (Saint Andrew Society), and Julia Nicefaro (Saint Trofimena Society).
New Haven Mayor John DeStefano Jr. and 8th Ward Alderman Michael Smart.
Wreath Ceremony participants await their call to present their wreaths at the Columbus Statue.
Ceremony completed, Christopher Columbus gazes over the wreaths presented in his honor.