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Photographer Harry Connolly stood up in front of the parishioners at St. Leo the Great Church in Baltimore's Little Italy, and he nervously introduced himself. He explained to the congregation that, if they were willing, he'd like to wander the neighborhood during the year ahead, taking pictures of the local residents.   They approved – skep...

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by Kirsten Dize   For more than 60 years St. Leo's Catholic Church has been hosting an annual dinner that's about more than just food. St. Leo's has pictures of its annual Ravioli and Spaghetti Dinner dating back to 1948.   "We're not sure when it started, but it's an event that includes the whole parish and now the whole Italian...

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In Italia, Ferragosto is a national holiday celebrated on August 15th at the beach or in the mountains with picnics and all-day celebrations. All of Italy shuts down to enjoy it! You should too! Divertiamoci!   Bring a covered dish!Grills provided!This is a fundraiser for the Pandola Learning Center in Little Italy - a donation of $5 or more...

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The Promotion Center for Little Italy began with an idea in November 2009 and was established by January 2010, celebrating its FIFTH anniversary! With a devoted board of 13 members, this nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization has gained legs and a strong reputation in Baltimore's Italian community as it has promoted Little Italy as a neighborhood, along...

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The world has changed, but the world still needs a great meatball. I do not mean a meatball made from Kobe beef and retailing for $14. I certainly do not mean frozen supermarket meatballs. I mean a simple, delicious and comforting meatball that people make at home.   Except that they don't. Americans think meatballs are so easy to make...

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One of Little Italy's more popular events, sponsored by the Original Little Italy Restaurant Association, the Open Air Film Fest has thrived since 1999. Movies are projected onto the outside wall of Ciao Bella Restaurant in the Da Mimmo Ristorante parking lot from a row home across the street.   Folks arrive early to set up lawn chairs, list...

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St. Padre Pio's spiritual life inspired many veterans of the Second World War – and now, his example has helped inspire support for homeless veterans in Maryland."Wherever there is suffering in the healing process, Padre Pio has been known to bring relief," Luciano Lamonarca, president and CEO of the Saint Pio Foundation, told CNA March 30.  ...

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by Richard Gorelick    Venti Tre (3731 Boston St., 410-563-0302, venti-tre.com), opening March 18 at The Shops at Canton Crossing, is a new fast-casual concept from Fazoli's, the nation's largest chain of quick-service Italian restaurants.   Venti Tre (which means 23 in Italian) features a customizable menu with 23 fresh toppings...

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NEW BOOK! Publication Date: February 23, 2015 ($19.99; 160 pages)Before outdoor films, mouth watering cuisine and the spectacle of bocce brought thousands of visitors to its streets, Baltimore's Little Italy was a haven for generations of immigrants. With Saint Leo's Church at its heart, The Neighborhood is a place where lifelong friendsh...

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An $8,000 banner project is complete thanks to several community groups, restaurants, residents, and longtime supporters of Little Italy, who donated the necessary funds to produce and hang three giant banners on the Old Bay parking garage at the northwest entrance to Little Italy.   This was in an attempt to 'mark' the location of Little It...

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