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Final preparations are made before the procession
Photo by New York Scugnizzo
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Saturday, October 18th, I returned to Astoria, Queens to join the Societá Gioventú Quagliettana (3704 28th Ave, Astoria, NY 11103) for the annual Fiaccolata di San Rocco. Thank you Vincenzo Carpinelli and all the members of the society for your warmth and hospitality, it’s always a pleasure to celebrate with you. Evviva San Rocco!
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| (Above and below) Devotees gather outside the club for the fiaccolata |
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| Gina and Peter's smiling faces lead the march |
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| The procession makes its way through the neighborhood |
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| (Above and below) Members carry candles and sing hymns for San Rocco |
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| After celebrating Mass with Father Vincent, we depart St. Joseph's Church |
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| Rocco Fasano leads the marchers in song |
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| After Mass the procession makes its way back to the clubhouse |
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| Outside the club, the ladies sing in praise of San Rocco |
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| Inside, we were treated to some caffè and pastries |
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| I enjoyed a sfogliatelle |
