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Stamford hosts St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal Dinner

STAMFORD–On Saturday, February 24, the Irish American Cultural Society of Stamford (IACSOS) hosted the Grand Marshal dinner for the 2024 Stamford St. Patrick’s Day Parade at the Italian Center’s Serafina. Kathleen A. Silard, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Stamford Health System (SHS), was honored as this year’s Grand Marshal.Entertainment for the evening included the Stamford Police Honor Guard, Fairfield County Police Pipes and Drum and Anam Cara Irish Dance School.Along with Ms. Silard, Ellen Riemer was honored for her role as Building One Community’s Board of Directors Chair. Dignitaries in attendance included Mayor Caroline Simmons and Connecticut Attorney General William Tong.Stamford St. Patrick’s Day ParadeThis year’s parade will be held on Saturday, March 2 at 2 pm in downtown Stamford. With participation from more than 100 community marching units, pipe bands, dancers and school organizations, the Parade is Stamford’s premier spring event and is the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in Fairfield County. The Parade and its associated events are run by the IACSOS which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.For more information about the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and to stay updated on upcoming events, please visit www.stamfordstpatricksdayparade.com.