PITTSTON -This year marks the 50th anniversary of the placement of the Columbus Statue at the intersection of Columbus Avenue and South Main Street.
As much as the statue celebrates the journey of Columbus’ trek to America, it also celebrates the migration of hard-working Italians to America, more over Pittston.
The Columbus Statue committee recently completed the final statue site development with lighting the statue, flags and a commemorative 50th anniversary plaque.
To mark the anniversary, a parade, program at the statue and dinner will take place on Sunday, Oct. 13.
A full-day of celebration is scheduled starting with a parade stepping off at 2 p.m. on Main Street at the corner of William Street and traveling south to the Columbus statue. A rededication ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the parade.
The day will culminate with a celebration dinner and program at Parish of St. Barbara’s Hall, 28 Memorial St., Exeter, with cocktail hour from 4 to 5 p.m. followed by dinner.
Tickets are $40 per person and can be purchased by contacting Mary Kroptavich at 570-885-2323. Tables of eight may be reserved at the time of purchase. RSVP by Oct. 9.
