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| Evviva San Vito! Photos by New York Scugnizzo |
Saturday I attended the Festa di San Vito in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. Members and expats made the trek back to the old nabe to partake in the festivities dedicated to Ciminna, Sicily's beloved patron. The Feast was sponsored by the Congrega San Vito Di Ciminna (7712 18th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214)
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| (Above and below) the color guard prepares to march |
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| Saturday was a glorious day for a Procession |
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| Devotees pin money on the Saint |
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| President Dom Quartara |
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| San Vito's relic at St. Dominic's Church |
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| After Mass members pose outside the Church |
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| The men carry the saint and processional carriage the final few yards |
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| Fireworks display outside the clubhouse |
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| After the Procession we enjoyed a terrific barbecue with all the fixings |
