2018 Chicopee Colleen Contest & Coronation Ball Program Book

Chicopee Colleen C O R O N AT I O N B A L L

2017 CHICOPEE COLLEEN AND COURT

Saturday, February 24, 2018 THE CASTLE OF KNIGHTS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 4044 SPONSORED BY THE CHICOPEE ST. PATRICK’S PARADE COMMITTEE

Congratulations To The 2018 Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee & The New Colleen and Her Court

Marvin Kathleen, Richard, Thomas & Carly Michael , Lili, Persephone, Maxwell & Samuel Bailey & Tootsie

Edward A. Kenfield,

2 0 1 8 PA R A D E C O M M I T T E E P R E S I D E N T Good evening ladies and gentlemen, honored guests, family, friends and our lovely Contestants. It is my privilege as the Chicopee St. Patrick's Parade Committee President to welcome you to the 2018 Chicopee Coronation Ball.

It is a huge honor to lead the Committee this year. Our work begins the day after the parade and continues throughout the year. Our Colleen and court will be making appearances at various community events, we'll be awarding scholarships at a ceremony held in May, participating in the Chicopee Memorial Day Parade, the East Longmeadow Independence Day Parade and Chicopee Day at the Big E, and now the Big Balloon Parade held in Springfield the day after Thanksgiving, just to name a few of our annual events. As the season draws to a close, the members start thinking about the next season's events and making plans.

I would like to thank a wonderful group of people, our committee members, who have worked so hard for our success. I want to thank each of these members- they are all special people who bring their own skills and talent to a job that combines hard work and lots of fun.

I would also like to thank our sponsors; without them, we would not be here this evening.

They provide the fuel that allows our committee to operate. Please be sure to patronize their businesses and let them know you saw their ad in our program book.

Tonight, we welcome 17 of the finest young ladies in the City of Chicopee. Congratulations to the parents, family and friends of these contestants - you all must be so proud! Thank you for touching their lives and encouraging them to shoot for the stars and their dreams.

Before you realize it, the evening will be over and we will have crowned our 2018 Colleen and court. We will be proud to say the City of Chicopee, and the Parade committee, have done our best to introduce you to a new Colleen, bringing together family, friends, leaders and businesses in the process, each sharing in the pride of our community.

So sit back, enjoy your evening and I promise this event will be one that you will always remember!

Sincerely, Edward Kenfield 2018 Chicopee St. Patrick's Parade Committee President

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C H I C O P E E S T. P A T R I C K ’ S P A R A D E C O M M I T T E E , HONOREES, AND OFFICERS

2018 HONOREES

2018 OFFICERS

Left to Right: President Edward Kenfield; Parade Marshal Laura McCarthy, and Woods Award Recipient Marvin Hill

Secretary Michelle Liswell-Zimmek and Vice President Mary O'Brien Rodowicz, Seated: President Edward Kenfield Not pictured: Treasurer Kathy Sliwa

Laura McCarthy 2 0 1 8 PA R A D E M A R S H A L

Laura McCarthy will lead the Chicopee contingent in the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 18, 2018.

McCarthy, an elected assessor in the City of Chicopee for over 20 years, has been a member of the Parade Committee since 2016. Self-described as an “Irish Catholic Democrat”, she has served on numerous boards and committees that involve legislative action, health care, schools, and democratic politics. The daughter of Regi Sullivan and James McCarthy, she is a life-long resident of the city. She has participated in parade committee events since 1998 with her late husband, Stephen Waldron, and their son, James “JJ”, who will accompany her on parade day.

McCarthy practiced law in the City with former Chicopee mayor Michael Bissonnette from 1992 to 2004, served on the Board of Aldermen as an alderman-at-large, and worked as a research analyst for the Joint Committee on Commerce and Labor in the Massachusetts State House. In addition to serving as a member of the Parade Committee, she is a member of the Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers, Chicopee Bar Association, and serves as the Ward 7 chairperson for the Chicopee Democratic City Committee.

McCarthy is a 1982 graduate of Comprehensive High School, a 1986 graduate of the University of Massachusetts, and a 1991 graduate of the New England School of Law. In reference to this honor, she said, “I am overwhelmed by this honor and look forward to an exciting year.”

Marvin J. Hill

2 0 1 8 W O O D S AWA R D R E C I P I E N T Originally from Flint, Michigan, the ninth of eleven children, Hill attended Northern High School and then enlisted in the Air Force where he was stationed in Greenland and then Westover Air Force Base. It was there that he met his late wife, Irene, and settled in Chicopee. Together they shared a daughter, Kathleen, married to Rich Niemiec; and a son Michael, married to Lili Aramali. Hill also has five grandchildren, Thomas, Carly, Persephone, Maxwell and Samuel.

Hill is a third degree and Life Member of the Knights of Columbus Council #69, where he has enjoyed volunteering through the years at the family picnics, spaghetti suppers and bingo nights. He has volunteered with the Connecticut Special Olympics for fifteen years and for FIRST Robotics through International Fuel Cells (a division of United Technologies where he worked for forty years prior to retirement). He has volunteered for the Red Cross and has donated a total of over thirteen gallons of blood. Hill was very active with Boy Scout Troop 132 for many years and is proud to note that his son is an Eagle Scout. He was an active member of the former Assumption Parish and is now a parishioner of Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Hill is an active member of the Moose, Tiger AC, and Eagles 404 clubs in Chicopee and loves to fish, hunt and watch his grandchildren play sports.

In addition to his long list of community activities, Hill has been an active member of the Parade Committee for 17 years, where he has served on the ball committee, helped to build the Colleen’s award-winning float, and volunteered to be the “unofficial” photographer. He has thoroughly enjoyed his participation over the years and was both surprised and honored to have been chosen for the 2018 Woods Award. He looks forward to the committee’s many events and activities leading up to the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade in March.

Best Wishes and Congratulations to the Chicopee Parade Committee and Chicopee’s Colleens

James E. Grise Angela J. Belz Jeffrey M. Belz Please visit. www.Grisefh.com

A very special thank you to our friend

John Sullivan

who leads us in the singing of the National Anthem each year.

Parade Committee Scholarships

The Chicopee Parade Committee is proud of its commitment to award generous scholarships to our contestants each year.

The Chicopee Parade Committee is proud of its commitment to award generous scholarships to our contestants each year.

The following scholarships were awarded in 2017:

The following scholarships were awarded in 2013: Health New England Health & Wellness Scholarship Mikaela Montemagni Ashley Rouleau

Andrea Coleman - Parade Committee Scholarship William and Ruth Corridan Scholarship Ashley Dion - Parade Committee Scholarship Samantha Kielbania Taylor Berube - Health New England Scholarship Interstate Towing Scholarship Emily Simpson - Interstate Towing Scholarship Lauren Brill Olivia Korell - Shuback Scholarship Alyson Sliwa Chicopee - Corridan Scholarship Parade Committee Scholarship, in memory of Charles Pepe Hannah Chapdelaine Laura Gibb - Parade Committee Scholarship Parade Committee Scholarship, in memory of Walter “Charlie” Daviau Emily Byrnes Rodowicz Family Scholarship, in memory of Leo O’Brien Kelsey Kreminec

Congratulations to the colleen and her court!

CONGRATULATIONS LAURA McCARTHY CHICOPEE PARADE MARSHAL

Those we love don’t go away,

They walk beside us every day.

Unseen, unheard, but always near

Still loved, still missed and very dear.

In memory of Stephen, who is smiling down on you always, but especially on Parade Day. Your loving Family, The Waldrons

Located in East Forest Park at 110 Island Pond Rd Springfield, MA, 01118!

home of the free because of the brave Thank you to all those who have served to protect our nation and our freedom Donated in memory of Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan

MARVIN HILL -

Thank you for your years of dedicated service to our community and our committee!

Grandpa I am so proud of you that you are the 2018 Parade President! I love you and will always be there for you.

Congratulations, Laura McCarthy!

From the Liswell Family

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To a wonderful friend, and hard working committee member, may a song fill your heart every step of the way as your committee follows you on St. Patrick’s Day!

Hill

2018 Woods Award Honoree

Congratulations to the Colleens and Award Winners!

Congratulations Colleen, Court, Committee & Chicopee!

Atty. Vic Anop, Chicopee Assessor

Mary Quinn CLADDAGH SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE

Good luck to the 2018 Colleen Candidates!

Congratulations to our President, M arshal and W oods A w ard R ecipient!

M ay you alw ays have...

W alls for the w inds A roof for the rain Tea beside the fire Laughter to cheer you Those you love near you A nd all your heart m ight desire.

-A n Old Irish Blessing

Mary, Joel, Brian and Kate (2008 Court) Rodowicz

Good luck Megan!

We are so proud of you.

Love, Mom, Dad, Tommy, and Michael

Dear Amelia,

We are so proud of the independent, bright, beautiful, young woman you have become. You encompass all that is good in the world, and are willing to share it. That's what makes you so special. We love you.

Proud to be your parents, Love, Mom and Dad

Best Wishes

to the New Colleen and Her Court!

- Stanley Iwanicki City Collector

To the Chicopee Parade Committee: Thanks for all you do!

Congratulations to our 2018 Colleen, her Court, Parade Marshal Laura McCarthy and all of the award winners!

Keith Rattell, Chicopee City Clerk

Parade Marshals PastPast Parade Marshals Kathleen Ryan-Balakier

Timothy O’Shea 2013 Timothy O'Grady Sr. Mary Reap, IHM 2012 Rep. Joseph F. Wagner Atty. Susan Conlin Philips 2011 Denise Doyle Nowak Fr. Rick Turner 2010 Timothy O’Shea Edward Murphy 2009 Sr. Mary Reap, IHM Thomas F. Moriarty 2008 Atty. Susan Conlin Philips John O’Connor 2007 Fr. Rick Turner William Wagner 2006 Edward MurphyO’Malley Captain Brian McCue 2005 Captain Christopher Robert O’Malley 2005 Thomas F. Moriarty Neil F.John O’Leary 2004 O’Connor Sr. Edie McAlice, SSJ 2003 William Wagner Thomas P. Collins Captain Brian McCue O’Malley 2002 Sr. Kathleen Keating, SSJ 2001 Captain Christopher Robert O’Malley Mike Hurley 2000 Neil F. O’Leary Bill Hurley, Jr. 2000 McAlice, SSJ JamesSr.E.Edie Doyle 1999 Thomas Collins Rev. James J. P.Flahive 1998 Kathleen Keating, SSJ DanielSr. O’Donnell 1997 Mike Hurley Sr. Nora Harrington, SSJ 1996 Atty. Michael J. Murphy 1995 Bill Hurley, Jr. Brian James Q. Corridan 1994 E. Doyle Atty. John P. Moylan 1993 Rev. James J. Flahive Hon. Robert F. Kumor, Jr. 1992 Daniel O'Donnell John (Jack) Moran 1991 Sr. Nora Harrington, SSJ Atty. Wilfred P. Conlon 1990 Atty.

Michael J. Murphy Herbert Curry 1989 Brian Q. Corridan Grover O’Brien 1988 Atty. John MoylanJr. Atty. Thomas D. P. Murphy, 1987 Robert F. Kumor, Jr. MartinHon. Sweeney 1986 Richard Sweeney 1986 John (Jack) Moran Rev. Father Daniel P. A.Conlon Doyle 1985 Atty. Wilfred Edmund Dowd 1984 Herbert Curry SisterGrover Mary Dooley 1983 O’Brien Donald Tylunas 1982 Atty. Thomas D. Murphy, Jr. John F. Corridan, Jr. 1981 Martin Sweeney Thomas Casey 1980 Richard Sweeney Daniel D. Buckley 1979 Rev. Father Daniel A. Doyle Clifford Brochmyre 1978 Edmund Dowd John Saunders 1977 John L. Fitzpatrick 1976 Sister Mary Dooley Roy Scott 1975 Donald Tylunas Richard Balakier 1974 John F. Corridan, Jr. Cornelius W. Phillips 1973 Thomas Casey Atty. Thomas D. Murphy 1972 Daniel D. Buckley Clifford Brochmyre John Saunders John L. Fitzpatrick Roy Scott Richard Balakier Cornelius W. Phillips Atty. Thomas D. Murphy

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Irish Blessing May the road rise up to meet you.

May the wind always be at your back.

May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields.

And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

The Hurley Family offers our sincere Congratulations to the 2018 Chicopee Colleen and Court.

Marvin Thanks for capturing our committee memories throughout the years! You're the best "unofficial" photographer around!

Best Wishes Carly!

You will always be our Colleen!

Love, Mom, Dad, Tom Grandpa, Babci, Cioci Theresa and Cioci Helen

Past Woods Award Recipients

A distinguished service award will be presented each year to a member in good standing of at least ten (10) years of the Committee who has rendered extraordinary service to the Committee. This award shall be known as the E. Jack Woods Award.

John Beaulieu Elin Gaynor Joe Morissette Dan O’Reilly Paul Rouilliard Raymond LeHouillier John “Jack” Kelly Judith Corridan Danek and William Corridan Robert Liswell William Keating Joe Couturier Gerald & Anne-Marie Darcy Peter Graham Bernice and Daniel Shea Tom Conroy Timothy A. O’Grady Judy & George Green Cecilia & Edward Costello

Tim O’Shea Mike O’Brien Larry Perreault Richard J. Dupuis Jack Thomson Paul Mettey Joseph (Gene) Brassard Fran Cerruti Thomas (Tommy) Collins Mike Regan George Atkinson Bill Meara Mike Cavanaugh, Jr. Bernie Kane Don LaDuke Daniel O’Donnell Henry Kopeski Kevin Topor

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Isle Brassard and Darlene Cortis Bud Shuback, Shuback Photography

Ted & Barbara Hebert

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Dennis Croteau, McClelland Florist & the Ingleside Gift House

John Whalen, formerly City Clerk

John & Christine Malikowski, Ryans Jewelers Analia & Bernie St. George, Bridal Corner & Ron’s Formal Wear Chicopee Electric Light Department Ladies of the Colleen Contest Allen J. Chandonnet, AJC Limo Chicopee Falls Moose Family Center #1849 The Topor Family Zenon & Jane Lemanski, Sign Tech David Grey, Empire Limousine Chris Buendo & Dan Buendo, Chicopee Herald John Dumont, Chicopee Schools

John Saunders, former of A.G. Spaulding, Co. James E. Doyle, Doyle Travel Center Captain John Quinn, US Air Force, Westover Richard Balakier, Balakier’s Department Store Joseph Batista, Chicopee Undergarment Ron & Terry Boudreau, The Bridal Shop Robert Gaboury, Greater Media Cable Tiger AC, 1995 Board of Director W. Guy Ormsby, Chicopee Savings Bank Joe Solock, K of C Elder Council 69

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We Salute Our Past Colleens 2017 Finn Murray

2000 Toni Ferreira

1983 Debbie Jamrok

2016 Kyleigh Morin

1999 Darlene Darcy

1982 Maureen O’Boyle

2015 Shannon McAndrew

1998 Jordan Boesh

1981 Pamela Schot

2014 Kristen Hubert

1997 Brianna Kane

1980 Joni Streit

2013 McKenzie Vershon

1996 Maura Culloo

1979 Virginia Kapinos

2012 Erin MacDonald

1995 Tara Hamre

1978 Denise Lampron

2011 Amber Legare

1994 Eva Szulc

1977 Linda Tuzzor

2010 Tanya Hryn

1993 Michelle Carvalho

1976 Kathleen O’Donnell

2009 Kristy LaPlante

1992 Angelica Gorman

1975 Elizabeth Lacoste

2008 Jennifer Welsh

1991 Michelle Pelland

1974 Patty Rosenbalm

2007 Maura MacDonald

1990 Shannon Holt

1973 Susan Menard

2006 Rachel Feyre

1989 Wendy Tolpa

1972 Angela Ondrick

2005 Kara Aberdale

1988 Erica Banas

1971 Denise Laflamme

2004 Julie Wightman

1987 Martha Potyrala

1970 Kathleen Wytryck

2003 Megan Hill

1986 Melissa Ann Holt

1958 Judith Buckley

2002 Jennifer Kuc

1985 Corina Cutter

2001 Amanda Foisy

1984 Mary Duval

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Beannachtai na Féile Pádraig (Happy St. Patrick’s Day)

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Congratulations to the 2018 Colleen and Court!

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Congratulations

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May Your Day Be Filled With Blessings Like the Sun Lights the Sky

Love

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Welcome

T H E C H I C O P E E S T. PWelcome AT R I C K ’ S PA R A D E C O M M I T T E E TheW Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade welcomes E L C O M E S Y O U T O TCommittee HE ANN U A L Cyou O LtoL the EEN C47th O RAnnual O N A TColleen I O N Coronation A N D A Wand A R Awards D S P RPresentation.

E S E N TAT I O N We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who so generously gave

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who so generously gave of their time and effort to help make this such a success. year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities such a success.

of their time and effort to help make this year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities

The selection of our new Colleen and marching with the float in the St.

The selection of our new Colleen and marching with the float in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade are special highlights, but there that goes intomore the work thisinto committee.

Our appreciation goes is so much thatof goes the work of deep this committee. to Our all the family and friendsgoes of our and volunteers deep appreciation to members all the family members who and shared theirfriends loved ones with us...longand hours building who the float, planning Irish night, of our members volunteers shared their loved hosting a special Mass, andhours coordinating takes timeIrish and talent. ones with us...long buildingthe thecontest float, planning Night, hosting a special Mass and coordinating the contest The businesses and individual sponsors you talent. see in this book make it possible for Chicopee to takes time and Patrick’s Day Parade are special highlights, but there is so much more

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The Committee also wishes to extend a special note of thanks to Elin Gaynor, Ball Chair, who worked so hard to make this evening a success. Thank you also to the staff of the Castle of Brenda Guiel, Contestant Coordinator, and Lisa Smith, Contest Chair, as well as their teams Knights, to the high school students who are filming the event, and to the committee members and who worked so hard to make this evening a success. Thank you also to the staff of the Castle volunteers who - at this very moment - are working to prepare our contestants for their time in of Knights, to the high school students who are filming the event, and to the committee memthe spotlight. special thank you our judges, who have thecontestants most difficult bers and volunteersAdditionally, who - at thisa very moment - aretoworking to prepare our fortask for tonight’s their time in thecontest. spotlight. Additionally, a special thank you to our judges, who have the most difficult task for tonight’s contest.

At the end of this evening, we will welcome our incoming Colleen. The Committee is very grateful

our Murray, for representing the Chicopee Patrick’s Committee At the to end of2017 thisColleen, eveningFinn we will welcome our incoming Colleen. St. The Committee is veryso ably throughout theColleen, year. We McKenzie thank her and the young who served in the Court year: Kelsey grateful to our 2013 Vershon, for ladies representing the Chicopee St.this Patrick’s Kreminec, Rebecca Duffy, Samantha Kielbania, Sereda.

We who would be remiss if we did Committee so ably throughout the year. We thank and her Anastasiya and the young ladies served in the theirBerube, familiesLaura who supported them throughoutand the Ashley year. Sanocki. We Court not this also year:thank Taylor Gibb, Kari Ribadeneyra, would be remiss if we did not also thank their parents and families who supported them We hope throughout the you year.enjoy tonight’s Colleen Ball.

Thank you,

We hope you enjoy tonight’s Colleen Ball.

The Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee

Thank you, The Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee Members

2018 Chicopee Colleen Contestants O R D E R O F P R E S E N TAT I O N

1. Hannah Maynard 2. Melissa Feilen 3. Payton Sliwa 4. Caitlyn Feeley 5. Hannah Robinson 6. Amelia Gibson 7. Paige Provenzano 8. Katherine Wagner 9. Carly Niemiec 10. Laura Bertrand 11. Sarah Champigny 12. Shelby Ouimette 13. Stephanie Mahar 14. Victoria Guay 15. Madison Clark 16. Megan Senecal 17. Morgan Davis

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Program Welcome Remarks

9 Announcements and Introductions

9 Presentation of Contestants

9 Brief Intermission

9 Introduction of the 2018 Honoree

9 Introduction of the 2018 Chicopee Parade Marshal

9 Legislative Proclamations

9 Announcement of Five Finalists

9 Crowning of Colleen and Court

COHOSTS Kathleen Ryan Balakier | Bernie St. George | MaryLynn Ostrowski Ireland, PhD

PRESIDENT’S WELCOME Edward Kenfield CONTESTANT COORDINATORS Ms. Brenda Guiel and Mrs. Alicia Bourdeau TABULATOR Ms. Malissa Naylor JUDGES’ LIASON Ms. Laurie Kivel PANEL OF JUDGES Anne Holiday Amy B. Trombley Michael Walsh Michelle Wirth

COLLEEN ESCORTS Zach Clapp, Chicopee Comprehensive High School | Kyle Ingram, Chicopee Comprehensive High School Griffin Langlois, Chicopee Comprehensive High School | Sean McCormick, Chicopee High School Lukas Soja, Chicopee High School | Marcus Stevenson, Chicopee Comprehensive High School

Awards and Prizes THE COLLEEN’S GIFTS Crystal Tiara Presentation Bouquet Scholarship Large Engraved Revere Bowl Provided by Mayor Richard Kos Gemstone Necklace Courtesy of Furnari Jewelers Official 16x20 Color Portrait and 8x10 Color Picture of Colleen and Court Courtesy of Live, Laugh Photograph Studios

THE COLLEEN’S COURT GIFTS Engraved Revere Bowl Provided by Mayor Richard Kos Irish Theme Fine Jewelry Courtesy of Furnari Jewelers Official 16x20 Color Portrait and 5x7 Color Picture of Colleen and Court Courtesy of Live, Laugh, Photograph Studios

The Colleen and Court are provided with their gorgeous ball gowns courtesy of Bridal Corner.

Tuxedos for the escorts are provided courtesy of Ron’s Formals.

Each Contestant will receive a memento to remember this special gift courtesy of the Parade Committee.

SCHOLARSHIPS All Contestants are eligible to apply for the Parade Committee Scholarships provided by: William and Ruth Corridan Scholarship Fund Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee Rodowicz Family Scholarship, in memory of Leo O’Brien

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Best Wishes to the Chicopee Parade Committee and award winners!

We would like to salute and thank all of the Chicopee firefighters who serve as local heroes and are always there WHEN WE NEED THEM

In Memory of James F. Waldron and Stephen E. Waldron “The Consummate Irish Gentlemen” From their Loving Family

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2016

To allCHICOPEE the ST. PATRICK’S PARADE COMMITTEE 2018 Colleen Candidates & THE NEW COLLEEN AND HER COURT

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THE LUCK OF THE IRISH SMILE UPON YOU THAT DAY”

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Congratulations to the 2018 Chicopee Colleen and Court

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Tony Furnari 1189 Memorial Drive Chicopee, MA 413-593-6506

Knowing you loved this time of year so much…

George “Buddy” Atkinson, Jr.

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We will always remember you with much love and laughter!

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Congratulations to the 2018 Chicopee Colleen and her court.

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Congratulations to Edward Kenfield On a successful Parade Season Your support of community fundraising and charitable events is amazing!

Thank you for your heartfelt commitment to your family, your friends and your community.

Sincerely,

Friends of Eddie

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With Sincere Appreciation to the Chicopee Electric Light Department The Parade Committee and the float Team are grateful for the exceptional support provided by our friends at CELD.

Thanks for Keeping the Lights on!

Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Colleen and Her Court!

U From Jerry and Marilyn Roy Councilor at Large

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Congratulations on a successful Parade Season!

From your friends at Council 4044

Grand Knight Thomas Charette Chaplain Father Joseph Benicewicz Deputy Grand Knight Daniel Mashia

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2018 COLLEEN AND HER COURT from the Castle of Knights Board of Directors and Staff

Castle of Knights Meeting and Banquet House The Castle of Knights is a full service Banquet and Meeting House providing wonderful food and exceptional service. We offer complete banquet service and expert catering and can comfortably seat up to eight hundred guests.

Our professional staff provides assistance with every detail, assuring your event is all that you expect, from your first planning visit to the event itself.

Whether celebrating a wedding, 50th Anniversary, class reunion or fundraiser, The Castle of Knights is pleased to host your important social occasion.

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Keeping the Irish arts and culture alive The Irish Cultural Center works to preserve, share, and promote Ireland’s cultural heritage, for all to appreciate its rich legacy.

Our programs and events offer education and entertainment.

Irish House Restaurant and Trinity Pub We invite you to visit for dinner or a drink, and experience our Irish hospitality, plus our weekly Wednesday seisiún and live music evenings. Currently open to the public.

429 Morgan Road West Springfield, MA

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Visit our website for more info about our new home, restaurant hours and menu, events and future plans.

Become a Patron Today Support from our Patrons is vital for the ICC’s operating expenses, museum/library renovation, program development, and building improvement. Patrons receive added benefits – learn more online.

The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.

Donate online, or give us a call!

TWO IRELAND TOURS OFFERED THIS FALL • VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO

Proud to provide safe, elegant transportation to the Chicopee Colleen and Court throughout the Parade Season!

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Congratulations to the 2018 Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee & The New Colleen and Her Court

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And Staff Tim, Becky, Carol, Kayla and their Families 5 McCarthy Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020

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Thanks to the Chicopee St. Patrick's Parade Committee for all of their hard work and dedication!

BEST WISHES TO THE NEXT COLLEEN AND COURT!!

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Eddie -

Thank you for being our fearless leader and for keeping us "afloat" as our award-winning master-builder!

Best Wishes

and Congratulations on a Great Parade Season!

from your friends at the Holyoke Parade Committee!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Parade on Sunday, March 18!

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR POLICE OFFICERS WHO RISK THEIR LIVES TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE

Parade Day 2017 HIGHLIGHTS

Colleen Coronation Ball 2017 HIGHLIGHTS

Colleen and Court Events 2017 HIGHLIGHTS

For your years of dedicated service to our committee and the city of Chicopee! It will be an honor to march behind you on Parade Day!

CONGRATULATIONS, MARVIN HILL

On being named the 2018 Woods Award Recipient!

Elder Council No. 69 Knights Of Columbus Congratulations to Bobby Liswell on a well- deserved honor from your friends at the Elder Council 69 Home Association

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AndAnd BestBest Wishes to Wishes our Friends to our Friends Ed Kenfield, Bobby Liswell, LauraJoe McCarthy, Jay Buckley, Wagner, and Marvin Hill! and Joe Morissette!

Congratulations, Laura McCarthy Chicopee’s 2018 Parade Marshal You have always loved The St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Enjoy Your Day!

Love, Mom & JJ

The Rumbleseat Bar and Grille is proud to support the Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee!

Bill Stetson, Proprietor 482 Springfield Street, Chicopee We are Really Proud of our boss Billy, President of the Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee

Have a great From Your popular Bartenders, Join us March 17th Amy, for ourseason! wildly Jackee, Jay, Chief, Mace, Robin, Allison, Leanne, Mel, Monica, Hodgie annual Road Race DayLauren, Event and Bus Trip!

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Congratulations to Chicopee’s first “Future Colleen”!

Billy Stetson, Proprietor • 482 Springfield Street, Chicopee We are so proud of you!

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Thank you to the Chicopee Parade Committee and good luck to this year’s contestants!

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