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Rumson St. Pat's Parade & Festivities Support the Y
Annual Community Parade is Sunday, March 13
The Community YMCA has been selected as a beneficiary of the Fourth Annual Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The parade brings the Rumson community together to honor St. Patrick and celebrate the many contributions by Irish-Americans to American culture.
Leading up to Parade Day, there are several fundraising events with Irish music, food and surprise guests. Proceeds of these events will benefit both The Community YMCA and 180 Turning Lives Around.
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“The Y is honored to be selected as a recipient of the Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade and festivities,” said President and CEO Rhonda Anderson. “We are grateful for the support in helping us to strengthen kids and families in our community who need us the most.”
The donation to the Y will support the organization’s Annual Campaign to help provide financial assistance to individuals and families in need of Y programs and services.
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Join the Y and Parade Grand Marshal Jack C. Howley on Sunday, March 13 at 1 p.m. to enjoy floats, bag pipe bands, marching bands from area high schools, Irish Step Dancers, antique cars and more!
2016 Schedule of Events
Saturday, Feb. 27, 5 – 6 p.m. - Lighting of the Green Tree at Victory Park
Saturday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m. - Fundraiser at Val’s Tavern with a Family Dinner & Irish Entertainment followed by music with the Black Water Band 8 – 11 p.m.
Wednesday, March 9, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. - Investiture Cocktail Reception at the Salt Creek Grille
Sunday, March 13, 1 p.m - Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade with VIP Reception at 11:30 a.m.
For more information, visit www.rumsonstpatricksdayparade.org.
About The Community YMCA
The Y is a leading nonprofit charity that strengthens communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Community YMCA serves more than 20,000 residents in greater Monmouth County through programs such as: preschool, before and after school care, health and wellness, leadership, arts enrichment, personal and family counseling and summer day camp. With a mission to serve all, more than $350,000 in direct reduced and free membership fees and programs is provided by the YCares financial assistance program to individuals and families in need. For more information, visit TheCommunityYMCA.org
