Sept. 1-2-3 Labor Day Weekend Thank you to our

Sept. 1-2-3 Labor Day Weekend Thank you to our

Noon Opening Ceremonies
12:30 Ron Leas’ Orchestra
1:30 Civic Dance Studio
2:00University Of Scranton
Jazz Band
3:00 Arabesque Dance Academy
4:00Italian Continentals featuring
Mike Lanza
5:30 The Magics
7:00Old Friends featuring
Jack Bordo
Old Friends
9:00Picture
featuring Jack Bordo
Perfect
Sunday, September 2th
10 amMass in Italian at St. Peter’s
Cathedral
NoonKing Henry and the
Original Showmen
1:00Al Grout, Juggler
1:30King Henry and the Original
Showmen
2:30Al Grout, Juggler
3:00Chris Macchio, La Festa’s
featured Tenor from NYC
4:00Marching Paci Band
on the Square
4:00Ballet Theatre of Scranton
4:30Comedian “Uncle Floyd”
Vivino from New Jersey
6:00 Frank Sinatra Tribute featuring
Chris DiMattio and the Brass
& Ivory Orchestra
7:30The POETS, La Festa’s
Premier Show Band
9:30 Fireworks Sponsored
by Fidelity Deposit
& Discount Bank
Monday, Septembr 3th
NoonThe Gene Dempsey Orchestra
1:30 Gerard Mayer Show Band
3:00Pat Aita and the Hi-Lites
4:30Damian the Magician
5:30Los Vega Show Band
7:30Dean Martin Tribute –
La Festa’s Featured Act
ALL WEEKEND LONG!
• Italian Trivia with
Andre’ DiMino
• S treet Magic with
Mike and Kate Simon
(Located in the Cappuccino Tent
N. Washington Ave.)
Saturday, September 1th
1:00Two for the Road
with Bob Mecca
2:30Carmelo Raccuglia
The Singing Pizza
Dude from New York
4:00 Guitarist John Andrews
5:30Carmelo Raccuglia
from New York
Thank you to our sponsors!
Celebrity Chef
Joseph Caputo
of Zuppa!
Sunday, September 2th
1:00Gabrielle Gnudi sings
the Italian Sounds
2:30 Janice Gambo
4:00Gabrielle Gnudi sings
the Italian Sounds
5:30Singer Nikki Ross-Rasmus
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11:30Celebrity Chef Joseph
Caputo of Zuppa!
1:00 Binky and Jack
2:30Celebrity Chef Joseph
Caputo of Zuppa!
3:30Sarah Marie and Joseph
5:00Frankie & The Calamari
Singers and Dancers
Sept. 1-2-3
Labor Day
Weekend
Picnic Area
Stage
Scranton, PA
Monday, Septembr 3th
Linden Street
Saturday, September 1th
12:30Jimmy C and Hippie
Pasta
2:15Take Three with Tony
Bouselli
4:30East Coast Trio with
Julian Sparacino, Phil
Rossi, Chuck Scrimalli,
Brian McGurl
Courthouse Square
CHRIS MACCHIO
La Festa’s featured,
Tenor from NYC
Su
nday, Sept. 2
NOON The Fab III
2:30 Bill and Donna Arnold
11:30The Fortunes
1:30The WANABEES
3:00Danny Rosato
and Katrina
2:00Classic Comedy
on the Square
performed by
The Piazza Players of
Marywood University
Main Acts Sponsored by
Fireworks Sponsored by
Saturday ­and Sunday,
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Monday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, September 2th
Monday, Septembr 3th
LaFesta Italiana
Saturday, September 1th
Espresso Stage
Celebrating 37 Years
(Located on Linden Street)
2012
Main Showmobile
LaFesta Italiana
Carmelo Raccuglia The Singing Pizza
York
Celebrity from New
Saturday, Sept. 1
Dean Martin Tribute
Monday Night…
to Scranton straight
from Las Vegas!
The Poets,
La Festa’s Premier
Show Band
Sunday, Sept. 2
POWELL’S RENTALS & SALES
Scranton Chapter
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La Festa Italiana
Entertainment Schedule
★ 2012
Check our Web site at www.lafestaitaliana.org for updated
information, including the entertainment schedule and directions.
Celebrate Italian-style with food, music and culture!
While you’re in town,
check out Railfest ’12,
September 1-2
For details,
visit www.nps.gov/stea
map inside
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
★
★
PRESIDENT: Christopher DiMattio
VICE-PRESIDENT: Joseph Guido
SECRETARY: Debra Meila
TREASURER: Sam Prudente
CHAPLAIN: Rev. David P. Cappelloni
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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Chaplain Emeritus: Msgr. Constantine Siconolfi
Diane Alberigi
Jack Costanzi, Jr.
Mary Marrara
Frank T. Blasi, Esq.
Andre’ DiMino
Tony Nicosia
Brian Cali, Esq.
Francene Pisano Dudziec
Margaret Pettinato
Frank Castellano, Esq.
William R. Genello
Peter Ruane, Esq.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
* LACKAWANNA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS *
Corey D. O’Brien, Jim Wansacz, Patrick M. O’Malley
Department of Arts and Culture
Maureen McGuigan
Dept. of Public Works - Dept. of Parks and Recreation,
Chester Lenceski - Bill Davis
Dep. Director of Community Relations - Insurance & Risk Mgmt.
Jim Rodway - Richard Jones
Lackawanna Heritage Valley –
Natalie Solfanelli, Dan Perry
Sheriff’s Department, John Szymanski, Dom Manetti
Lackawanna County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Tracy Angeli Barone
Karen Clifford
Frank Gervasi
Michael Semian
Lou Cossa
David Kontz
Frank Zazzera
Honorary Members
Patrick Fricchione, Sr.
Patrick F. Guido
Robert W. Pettinato
Nicholas Scandale
★
Discover
Your Italian
Heritage
★
In Memoriam
Tom “Budd” Finn Rev.
Patrick Genello
Allen Layne
James R. Minicozzi
Dr. Joseph Skettino
Tony Santilli
2012 VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE
Honorary Chairmen............... Pat Fricchione, Sr. & Pat “Bucky” Guido
General Chairman.......................................................Chris DiMattio
★
★
Vendor Coordinators ............. Joe Guido, Frank Castellano, Co-Chairs
Grounds..............................Dave Kontz and Mike Dudziec, Co-Chairs
Steve Andrichak, Frank Blasi, Carlo Celli, Carlo R. Celli,
Gary Greco, John Costanzi, Sr., Joe and Lou DiMattio,
Carl Noakes, Peter Ruane, Bob Montalbano, Tony Summa,
Richard Suraci, Pat Yanni
Publicity Committee ....................................William R. Genello, Chair
Elizabeth Frosini, Francene Dudziec, André DiMino
Security & Safety......... Frank Castellano, Chair, Dave Bird, Chet Merli
Entertainment............................................. Frank Gervasi, Lou Cossa
Printing.......................Francene Dudziec, Kip Conforti, Chris DiMattio
Cappuccino Tent........... Diane Alberigi, Chair, Mike Semian, Co-Chair
Ann DiMattio, Theresa Andrichak,
Jack Costanzi, Scranton UNICO Ladies
Souvenirs........................... Karen Clifford, Peggy Pettinato, Co-Chairs
Bill Buckley, Diane Scandale, Jane Carlonas, Rose Blasi,
Jenny DiMino, Francene Dudziec, Debra Meila,
Tony Nicosia, Bonnie Rosati, Sally Preate
Instant Bingo...... Brian Cali, Bob Pettinato, Jeff Belardi, Nick Scandale
Money Tree/Flowers .................................................. Mary Marrara
Bocce Supervisor ...................................................... Danny Lovaglio
Finance..........................Sam Prudente, Frank J. Blasi, Frank Zazzera
Electrical..............................................John Kearney, Paul Casparro,
Gino Arcurie, Rich Schraeder. I.B.E.W. Local 81
Mass.................... Rev. David Cappelloni, Joseph Moffitt, Linda Houck
N. WASHINGTON AVENUE
Sponsored by Bill’s Shop Rite
A. MAIN BANDSTAND
9. Snack Shack
1. INFORMATION-LOST AND FOUND 10.Mr. P’s Potato Pancakes
La Festa Novelties/Souvenirs
11.Nice’s Nuts
2. UNICO Porketta
12.Buona Pizza Restaurant
3. La Rosa Italiana
13.Pasquale’s Italian Pastries
4. Arcaro & Genell’s, Old Forge
14.Electric City Pizza
5. Dominick’s Jewelry
15.Sabatelle’s Market
6. The Big Game Company
16.Jersey Style Subs
7. Zina’s Homemade Fudge 8.La Festa’a Cappuccino Tent
Espresso Stage & Lawn Bocce
SPRUCE STREET
Sponsored by Lackawanna Heritage Valley
ADAMS AVENUE
Sponsored by Sundance Vacations
36. J & J Kettle Korn
47.Yogi’s Ethnic Delights
37. Sundance Vacations
48.Memorable Occasions
38. Goomba’s Pizza
49.Mendicino’s Pizza
39. Plumpy’s Pierogies/Mafalda’s Italian 50.Down Home-Home Made Pudding
40. M & M Concessions
51.Ronald McDonald House
41. Lil’ Tony’s Pizza
52.Saint Ubaldo’s Society
42. Notis the Gyro King
53.Kay’s Italian Restaurant
43. EJK’s Orange Drinks
54.DP’s Funnel cakes-apple dumpling
44. Nico’s Pizza
55.Two Fry Guys
45. New York’s Finest Italian Pastries
56.Jonathan’s Harbor
46. Grico’s 57.Lou’s World Famous
LINDEN STREET
Sponsored by Lackawanna County Arts Engage
59.
Amber
Donia
Bakery
70.Mickey’s London Broil
17. Dom Guzzi Gemstones & Silver
27.Italian Visions
60. La Trattoria Restaurant
71.Joey’s Hot & Sweet Sausage
18. Catering by Callahan
28.White House Hoagies
61. Thick and Thin Pizza
72.Sal’s Pizza
19. DeFilippi’s Bakery
29.Wood Grille
62. Roseanne’s Pizza
73.Bindi Desserts
20. Diana’s Pizza
30.Lou’s Concessions
63. Rachel’s Cheesesteaks
74.Popcorn Fantasy
21. W
ebby’s Concessions-
31.3 Cousins from Brooklyn
64. Dan Figura’s Concessions
75.Family of Saint Ubaldo
Middle Eastern Food
32.Lisa’s Speidies & Smoothies
65. The Original Scala Pastry
76.Roasati’s Italian Ice
22. Tony Thomas’ Deli
33.Brooklyn’s Best Pastry
66. Rice’s Concessions
77.American Cancer Society
23. Battiste & Miguel Delights
34.Villa Maria Restaurant
67. Giovanni’s on the Go
78.Pro Race Obsession
24. Crazy Cow Ice Cream
35.Carmella’s Italian Deli & Pastries
68. Grande Family Restaurant
80. Verizon Wireless
25. Drinker Mobile
69. EJK’s Seafood & Clams
58.Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation
26. Dave Colarusso’s Pizza & Pasta
Kiddieland
★ REST ROOMS & SANITARY SINKS (D) Port-o-Lavs
★ NO PARKING is enforced on both sides of the streets surrounding
Courthouse Square. Vehicles will be fined and/or towed at owner’s expense!
La Festa Committee
All proceeds defray festival expenses and benefit local charities.
KEEP THE SQUARE CLEAN ★ PLEASE USE TRASH CONTAINERS!!
* CITY OF SCRANTON *
Mayor Chris Doherty
Dept. of Police - Fire - Public Works Dept. & Parks, Recreation
Chief Carl Graziano - Chief Tom Davis – Mark Dougher
Bureau of Licenses – Mark Seitzinger, Mary Foley, John Bannon
Scranton Parking Authority- Robert Scopelliti
International Brotherhood Electrical Workers – Local # 81
Rich Schraeder, Paul Casparro, Gino Arcurie
Lackawanna Ambulance – Mike McCormick, Bruce Beauvais
DeNaples Auto Parts
Powell’s Equipment Rentals – Ken Powell
Simplex Industries, Inc.
Dunmore Appliance Outlet – Nick Gillette
Arcaro & Genell’s Restaurant
St. Peter’s Cathedral, Rev. Phil Altavilla, V.G.
Scranton Tomorrow- Leslie Collins
John P. Kearney & Associates Electrical Contractors
Revenue Stream Group – Richard Suraci
MAC Sign Systems – Kevin McDonough
Waste Managememt
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