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FESTA ITALIANA, presented by Southside Group, is a THREE-DAY CELEBRATION of
ITALIAN CULTURE HAPPENING AUGUST 14, 15, and 16 2009 at the BEAUTIFUL “PIAZZALIKE
SETTING” of the COVENT GARDEN MARKET, 130 KING ST. LONDON, ONTARIO.
Festival goers are invited to dance “in the piazza under the stars” with ORCHESTRA ITALIANA
LONDON nightly. From local to International talents, Festa Italiana is also featuring:
Friday, August 14 2009
ROBERT MICHAELS - Canada’s Most Accomplished Latin-Jazz Guitarist
Saturday, August 15 2009
CHARLES DI RAIMONDO – Acclaimed Canadian Tenor & Songwriter
Sunday, August 16 2009
I QUATTRO – Italian/Canadian Pop-Opera Vocalists
Returning just for Festa Italiana, direct from Sicily, Italy, renowned Folk Musician ANTONIO
MERULLA, will be playing traditional Italian melodies with his “organetto” all three days.
Festa Italiana brings a “Taste of Italy to Downtown London” with an emphasis on the best of the
culture of this romantic country. Festival goers will be exposed to savory Italian cuisine, wine
and beer patio bar, traditional and modern music, as well as literary presentations and the
Sunday on the Square - Summer Art Show.
Many contests and activities will take place throughout the daily festivities, from bocce games,
“mangia-cake” eating contests, grape-stomping, to pizza cooking classes for children and adults. Visitors can enjoy traditional Italian pastries and drinks, such as cappuccino and
cannoli.
The fabulous Festa Fashion Show, a must-see event, is Saturday and Sunday evenings at 6pm in the Market Square.
Come and enjoy this favourite local FREE event, August 14, 15, 16, 2009. |
