Una bella festa: The day of the Italians

Oct 12, 2015 586

by Paula Mitchell

The recreated Italian Festival at the Kingston waterfront on Sunday showed plenty of potential and sent many people home with full bellies and a tune or two in their heads. Backed by the newly formed Ulster County Italian-American Foundation, the festival flexed its muscle as an up-and-comer among the region's many cultural celebrations.

Internationally known opera stars like Maria Todaro lit up the stage at T.R. Gallo Park, while street-side accordion players commanded a presence of their own. There were even such novelty attractions as fully dressed Roman soldiers on hand to take pictures with visitors, a kissing booth and plenty of vino, heaps of lasagna and vats of deep-fried dough to endear visitors.

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Source: http://hudsonvalleynewsnetwork.com/

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