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| Evviva Sant'Amato! Photos by New York Scugnizzo |
Sunday, September 28th, members of the Società Sant'Amato di Nusco of Long Island City, New York (47-39 Vernon Boulevard) gathered at Saint Mary's Church (10-08 49th Avenue), to celebrate the Annual Mass and Procession in honor of Saint Amato, patron saint of Nusco, Avellino. I would like to extend my sincerest thanks and appreciation to the society for maintaining our beloved cultural and religious traditions, as well as for their kindness and hospitality. Warmly welcomed, I was treated like one of their own. I had a terrific time and look forward to celebrating with them again next year. Evviva Sant’Amato!
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| Standard bearers stand sentinel outside the club |
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| To the delight of the crowd, Sant'Amato makes his appearance |
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| Before the parade, society members pose for a photo |
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| The procession begins on Vernon Boulevard |
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| Altar servers participate in the festivities |
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| Marching with pride and devotion |
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| There were plenty of friendly faces at the Feast |
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| The marchers proceed through the neighborhood |
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| Antonio was one of many good people who welcomed me at the celebration |
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| Danny Vecchiano and the Giglio Band did another outstanding job |
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| Proudly carrying the flags |
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| Marchers pose for a photo with One World Trade Center in the background |
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| After a short break by scenic Gantry Plaza State Park the procession starts again |
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| (Above and below) Stopping by Ladder Company 115 to offer thanks and prayers to New York's Bravest |
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| Outside the 108 Precinct, we offer thanks and prayers to New York's Finest |
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| Heading toward Saint Mary's Church for Mass |