Feast of Saint Rocco, Fireworks and a Full Moon
Information about this celebration at St. Raphael’s in Morningside arrived in my inbox from the community list-serve. Said there would be fireworks. When I got there a band from Cleveland was playing Italian songs and couples were dancing. A large statue of Saint Rocco was illuminated and people would go up and kiss their hand and touch him. He is the protector of contagious disease and pestilence. There was a statue of a dog with a loaf of bread in his mouth right by his side and you can read his story here. At first I took a few timid photos with my phone as I felt conspicuous. But when the fireworks started I pulled out my regular camera and propped it against the chain link fence and caught the scene. The full moon looks less dramatic in the image than it felt in person. Used a 24-70 L series lens and the remote cable to reduce camera shake. The fireworks were fun and everyone thought they were over and then more would shoot up and an audible oooooh and aaaaah came from the crowd. A nice summer evening, it is 64 degrees right now! 
its almost chili weather
August 15, 2011 at 7:15 am
I love the statue and the way it is lit up. Kinda makes me feel hopeful.
August 15, 2011 at 7:55 am
Great photos! I’m still learning how to photograph at night, but you did a very good job of capturing the moon and the fireworks.
August 15, 2011 at 8:31 am
This is a beautiful picture and I enjoyed learning about St Rocco.
August 15, 2011 at 8:31 am
Looks like a great time!
August 15, 2011 at 9:40 am
Ruth, you always take the neatest pictures and I love the stories that go with them!!
August 15, 2011 at 11:10 am
Those were some fireworks!
August 15, 2011 at 12:26 pm
Enjoyed knowing about the “Feast” in Morningside!! and reading about Saint Rocco and his dog!
August 15, 2011 at 10:04 pm
What great pictures!
Your challenge cracked me up – I don’t know enough bloggers to pass it on to, but I will pick my posts this week. Thanks, Ruth!
August 16, 2011 at 9:33 am
It sounds like a very lovely night.
August 19, 2011 at 9:54 pm
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