by Emma Davey A beloved local tradition returns for another year, kicking off this Wednesday, July 5. The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast (often shortened to OLMC Feast) will run until July 16.
“Since 1887, the Italian American community has been celebrating their faith, culture, and family traditions on the streets of Williamsburg, Brooklyn,” according to the event’s website. “Each July, the streets are filled with revelers from near and far to take part in a…
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Bring a bank loan. The treats there are great but super expensive.
Can you make purchases with a debit or credit card at the vendors or to purchase tickets for rides
the price got worse over the yr and due to all the gentrifiers you cant even really enjoy the feast. not worth it anymore