Festa Nazionale della Repubblica Italiana 2013 at Christopher Columbus Park [Photos]
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The 67th Anniversary of the Italian Republic was celebrated at the annual Festa Nazionale della Repubblica Italiana on June 2, 2013, held outdoors with a “Piazza Italia” at Christopher Columbus Park. The day long festa featured various exhibits, children’s games and Italian treats including gelato from Caffe Paradiso. Earlier in the day, there were some awards and speeches by local officials, including the Italian Consulate-General in Boston. Some photos later in the day are shown below.
Exhibits at Christopher Columbus Park for Festa della Repubblica
Under the shade of the trellis at Festa della Repubblica
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