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Evviva Sant'Antonio!
Photos by New York Scugnizzo |
It was a beautiful Sunday for the Festa di Sant'Antonio at St. Athanasius Church in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn (2154 61st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204). As always, there was a fantastic turnout. I saw many friends, and members of several Societies were in attendance. A popular event, many locals came out of their homes to watch and greet the marchers. The Feast Bazaar will be held between 6—11 PM from Wed. June 11th through Mon. June 16th in the school parking lot at 61 st. and Bay Parkway. There will be plenty of food, music, games and rides. Admission is free.
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| As bread is distributed, Rev. Monsignor Cassato offers a benediction to the participants |
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| Stephen La Rocca, President of the St. Rocco Society of Potenza in New York City, pins a donation on the Statue of Saint Anthony |
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| A beautiful family on a beautiful day |
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| Gruppo Italiano S. Atanasio (G.I.S.A.) |
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| Red Mike Festival Band were fantastic |
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| Rev. Monsignor Cassato blesses parishioners |
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| Residents greet the marchers |
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| The community provided food and water to the marchers |
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| (Above and below) Community members erected altars and shrines outside their homes |
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| After the Procession, St. Anthony is returned to the church |
