The Generoso Pope Foundation sponsors several important cultural and civic events each year in New York City and the local community in Westchester County where the Foundation is based. Following is a chronological summary of the major happenings supported by the Pope Foundation.
Fall
Eastchester-Tuckahoe Columbus Day Parade and Festival
September 28, 2008
Location: Depot Square, Tuckahoe
Time: Parade kicks off at 1:00pm; festival begins at 12:00 pm.
Now in its fourth year, the parade and festival held on Columbus Day weekend represents the unity and pride of the community, with the participation of several local organizations. The parade begins at Lake Isle Country Club in Eastchester and ends at Depot Square in Tuckahoe. The festival in the Square includes musical performances and other traditional Italian entertainment and food. Additional sponsors and parade participants are welcome to join the festivities. www.tuckahoe.com
Columbus Day Celebration in New York City
October 13, 2008
Location: Fifth Avenue, New York City
Time: 12:00pm
A vibrant, long-standing New York tradition since 1929, the Columbus Day Parade travels north along Fifth Avenue from 44th Street to 79th Street and now involves over 35,000 marchers and more than one million spectators. The colorful parade, cosponsored by the Generoso Pope Foundation, was founded by the Columbus Citizens Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Generoso Pope in New York City to foster an appreciation of Italian-American heritage and achievement. www.columbuscitizensfd.org
Anthony J. Pope Memorial Dinner
November 14, 2008
Location: Fountainhead, New Rochelle, New York
Time: 6:30pm
It was Anthony J. Pope’s goal to continue his father’s dream to support those needing financial assistance in order to achieve higher education. The third annual Anthony J. Pope Memorial Scholarship Dinner honors the memory of these visionaries. This by-invitation-only event, sponsored by the Pope Foundation, will begin with a cocktail hour and a silent auction of exclusive gifts. The highlight of the evening will be the ceremony to award the Anthony J. Pope Memorial Scholarship prizes to worthy Westchester County graduating high school seniors, culminating with a top prize of $50,000.
Winter
Winterfest
December 6 & 7 2008
Location: Depot Square, Tuckahoe
Time: TBD
The charming village square provides the perfect setting for this annual celebration of the December holidays. Winterfest is an annual event co-sponsored by the Pope Foundation and the Village of Tuckahoe which offers special seasonal festivities, including a tree lighting, rides, a concert and a visit by Santa and his reindeer. The highlight of the event is the ice skating rink which is set up exclusively for the festival. www.tuckahoe.com
Spring
Easter Egg Hunt
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Local children are encouraged to find the eggs hidden throughout the park’s grounds, while also enjoying a visit from the Easter Bunny and other entertainment. www.tuckahoe.com
Crestwood Street Fair
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A day of family-oriented fun and games, sponsored by Tuckahoe Beautification Foundation, with live entertainment supported by the Pope Foundation. Children’s entertainment, rides, and tasty food round out the event. www.tuckahoe.com
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