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The Columbus Day Giglio
Photos by New York Scugnizzo
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By Giovanni di Napoli
After enjoying a beautiful day in Manhattan at the
Columbus Day Parade on 5th Avenue, my friends and I headed to Williamsburg, Brooklyn for the
4th Annual Columbus Day Giglio. Hosted by the Giglio Boys Club, partygoers were treated to an amazing
soirée celebrating our faith, culture and community.
This year, instead of
rain, revelers were showered with tons of confetti. Neighborhood legends, Danny Vecchiano and the Giglio Band performed many of our favorite Italian American songs and patriotic standards. There was food galore at the clubhouse, generously donated by neighbors and local businesses. I salute the chefs who made the stuffed peppers and the tripe, they were absolutely delicious.
The highlight of the evening, of course, was the lifting of the giglio, a 40-foot-tall spire made of wood and papier-mâché in honor of San Paolino, patron saint of Nola. Spectators took much delight in watching the young men parade the ornate structure up and down Lorimer Street.
I want to thank the members of the Giglio Boys Club for their hard work and warm hospitality. As always, they did a magnificent job. Special thanks to our friend
Dom Varuzza for inviting us. My friends and I had a fantastic time and we look forward to celebrating with you again next year.
Happy Columbus Day and Evviva San Paolino!
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| Danny Vecchiano and the Giglio Band kept the party rolling all night long |
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| Our pal John Perrone had the giglio rockin' |
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| (Above and below) The giglio was "danced" up and down Lorimer Street |
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| A couple of mischievous "confetti commandos" bombarded us with paper |
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| The neighborhood came out in force for the celebration |
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| (Above and below) There was enough food to feed a small army |
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| A good time was had by all |
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| Its always great to see our friends from the Our Lady of the Snow Society |
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| Members of the East Harlem Giglio Society show their support |
