by Robin Zimmerman

On the surface, the street carnival segment of the 122nd annual Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel (OLMC) in Melrose Park could serve as a backdrop for a Martin Scorcese movie.

Whether it's Caliendo's Banda Napoletana marching around or the brash vendors calling out to customers looking to sample arancini, lupini beans, baked clams, and other delicacies, this outdoor street party pays homage to the suburb's Italian heritage and traditions.

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