FDNY Columbia Association

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12/25/2025

The National Italian American Foundation wishes you and your loved ones a Buon Natale! 🎄🇮🇹

May the star of Christmas which gives light to the world shine in your hearts this blessed season. Merry Christmas!

12/24/2025

Buona Festa della Vigilia di Natale! 🇮🇹🎄Merry Christmas Eve!

On this special night, Italian families gather to celebrate La Vigilia, a cherished tradition of togetherness, love, and gratitude. From the Festa dei Sette Pesci (Feast of the Seven Fishes) to midnight Mass, it’s a time to honor our roots and create memories that last a lifetime. ❤️🇮🇹

As we light the way to Christmas Day, NIAF wishes you and your loved ones a holiday filled with joy, peace, and the warmth of Italian traditions.

12/13/2025

Buona Festa di Santa Lucia! Happy Feast Day of Santa Lucia!

Although typically associated with Scandinavian countries, St. Lucy’s Feast Day is also celebrated in Italy - largely, Sicily, as she was born in Siracusa and is the patron saint of the city. This specific timing, and her name meaning light, are important factors in the particular devotion to Saint Lucia, as both her name and the way she is represented points towards the celebration of light or solar worship. Be sure to wish “Buon Onomastico” to your friends and family with the names: Lucy, Lucia, Lucille, Lucio, Luciano, Luciana.

12/11/2025

Today, we were honored to participate in Community Mayors Operation Santa Claus, enabling over 4,000 children with special needs to meet Santa, alongside the FDNY Holy Name Society, UFA, UFOA, and DSNY Columbia.

12/04/2025

Did you know the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has Italian roots? 🌲 🇮🇹

In 1931, Italian immigrant laborers building Rockefeller Center started this beloved tradition. Amid the construction, they put up a humble tree, decorating it with tin cans, paper, tinsel, cranberry garlands, and even foil from blasting caps—symbolizing hope and resilience during tough times.

Now, over 90 years later, this tradition shines brighter than ever!

Don't miss the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony tonight at 8 PM EST on NBC and Peacock.

A beautiful legacy of Italian craftsmanship and holiday spirit lives on! 🇮🇹🎄❤️

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the FDNY Columbia Association! 🇮🇹🦃🚒 Today we express gratitude for our families, our heritage, and our colleagues on duty. May your homes be filled with warmth, good food, and great company. Buona Festa del Ringraziamento!

11/12/2025

Volunteers Needed for the 2025 Community Mayor’s Operation Santa!

Join us in spreading holiday cheer alongside the Holy Name Society, UFA, and UFOA at this incredible event, where 4,000 NYC children with special needs get to meet Santa.

Follow link below to register as a volunteer:
Volunteer Registration Form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWm2Cpg9iVDM4eo_LoFBBfpxRb8mNFnPYOV7oPqJRsxOK1AA/viewform

11/11/2025

Today, the FDNY Columbia Association proudly salutes the brave men and women of our Armed Forces. We honor all who have served and continue to serve our great nation with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. 🇺🇸