Scenes From the 40th Anniversary Feast of Santa Rosalia in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
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Evviva Santa Rosalia!
Photos by New York Scugnizzo
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Brooklyn's eleven day celebration in honor of Santa Rosalia, beloved patroness of Palermo, Sicily culminated Sunday (August 30th) with Mass and procession through the neighborhood.
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| This year's Grand Marshals, Sal, Michele and Alison Strazzullo |
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| Last year's Grand Marshal, Angelo Timoneri with Gino, Charlie and Anthony |
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| (Above and below) God bless the Associazione Culturale Pugliese Figli Maria SS. Addolorata for their continuous support and dedication to our community |
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| Special thanks to Villabate Alba Pasticceria, who provided refreshments for the marchers. Every year they go above and beyond with their generosity |
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| Cannoli, a Villabate masterpiece |
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| Our new friend Brother Gregory Cellini joined the celebration |
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| The float makes its way down Bay Ridge Parkway |
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| Devotee made pilgrimage from Florida to venerate Santa Rosalia |
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| Members of the Associazione Culturale Pugliese Figli Maria SS. Addolorata greet Santa Rosalia by the steps of St. Dominic's Church |
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| Devotees help fix the statue's hair |
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| After Mass, organizers take a group photo |
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| The statue is returned to the outdoor chapel on 18th Ave. |
