The 104th Fisherman’s Feast opened on Thursday night, August 14, 2014 in Boston’s North End on North, Fleet and Lewis Streets. The statue of La Madonna Del Soccorso di Sciacca left her permanent chapel for a solemn procession to Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park for the Annual Blessing of the Fishing Waters.
Joining the celebration this year was the Santa Rosalia society that is marking its 75th year. Mayor Marty Walsh was also on hand to open the Fisherman’s Feast with a proclamation. See the full schedule of events at FishermansFeast.com.
Jeff Tamagini of Tamagini Visuals shares his photos from opening night in the following gallery.
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The 105th Fisherman’s Feast in Honor of Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca is scheduled for Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 16, 2015 in Boston’s North End at North, Fleet and Lewis Streets. Opening ceremonies start at 7pm on Thursday night where the staute of La Madonna Del Soccorso will leave her permanent chapel on Read More…
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