Lovers of the Old Country will be happy to learn that the Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce will once again be hosting its annual Joseph Raffetto Italian Fest on Saturday, Sept. 24. The event’s rain date is Saturday, Oct. 1.

The event, which has been held by the Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce for over a decade, will take place from noon to 5 p.m. along Morris Avenue. “The food is amazing! It just is a wonderful day,” Chamber Executive Director Ellen Manger said.