Steve Shire, owner of the well-known Sammy Carlo’s food business on Bennington Street, and Barbara Puopolo, a leader of a seven-generation East Boston family, have announced plans for the first Italian Heritage Celebration, to be held Sunday, Oct. 9 at the Salesian Boys and Girls Club in East Boston.

Shire and Puopolo appeared at Monday’s Harbor View Neighborhood Association meeting where they made a brief presentation about the festive, outdoor celebration of Italian heritage. “There’s going to be a lot of entertainment and music, just a fun get-together,” said Scire. “The event will be similar to a block party.”