June 12, 2014

A Look at the 2014 Festa di San Vito, Bensonhurst, Brooklyn

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)
(Above and below) the color guard prepares to march 
Saturday was a glorious day for a Procession 
Devotees pin money on the Saint 
President Dom Quartara 
San Vito's relic at St. Dominic's Church 
After Mass members pose outside the Church 
The men carry the saint and processional carriage the final few yards
Fireworks display outside the clubhouse
After the Procession we enjoyed a terrific barbecue with all the fixings