Viva San Vito!
Photos by New York Scugnizzo
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I want to thank President Dom Quartara and all the members of the Congrega San Vito di Ciminna for their warmth and hospitality. As always, I had a terrific time and look forward to celebrating with you again next year. Viva San Vito!
A close-up of the dogs |
The celebration starts inside the clubhouse |
The color guard beams with pride |
(Above and below) The procession saunters down 18th Avenue |
A good time was had by all |
The Giglio Band |
The statue is brought into St. Dominic's Church |
San Vito's relic on the altar |
After Mass participants take a group picture |
(Above and below) Members carry the saint back to the clubhouse |
After the procession there were some fireworks |
Celebrants pose with their beloved patron |
We enjoyed a terrific barbecue with all the fixings |
Needless to say, there was enough food to feed a small army |