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Hofstra University's 26th Annual Italian Festival 2018 Long Island New York |
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at Hofstra University South Campus in Hempstead, Nassau County, Long Island, New York |
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September 16, 2018 |
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11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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Admission: |
Admission: $6.00 adults; $5.00 seniors; free for children under 12. |
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Hofstra University South Campus |
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100 Hofstra University |
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Hempstead, NY 11549 |
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Hofstra University's 26th Annual Italian Festival 2018 at Hofstra University South Campus in Hempstead, Nassau County, Long Island, New York.
Please join us for the 26th Annual Italian Festival. Sunday, September 16, 2018 11:00AM- 5:00PM. Rain or shine.
The Italian Experience has grown to be a popular Long Island tradition, celebrating Italy's gifts of culture, education and commerce to America.
Each year Hofstra presents an Italian festival, drawing thousands of people from the tristate area. Unlike any other Italian festival, the Hofstra celebration emphasizes the many Italian contributions to American culture.
The festival features food, vendors, handmade crafts, exhibits by cultural organizations, music, dance, poetry and much more for the entire family to enjoy. Featured/returning acts:
- Emcee: Cav. Josephine A. Maietta, president, AIAE and host of Sabato Italiano on WRHU-88.7 FM
- Sons of Italy Square featuring a display of regional folk costumes
- The San Remo Duo
- Alessandra Belloni e I Giullari di Piazza
- Long Island Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra
- "Pop-era" featuring members of The Bronx Opera Company
Plus many Italian cultural organizations. Children's activities include bounce house, puppet show, face-Painting and magic show. For program information call the Festival Hotline at 516-463-6582. For vendor information, call 516-463-5067 |
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516-463-6582 |
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