Tag Archives: Jerry Blavat

Jerry Blavat

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Tina Garceau

I found out this morning that Jerry Blavat passed away. He was a Philadelphia DJ/institution who hosted Philly’s annual Columbus Day Parade. As a popular DJ, he was as important to Rock and Roll music as the musicians. He seemed … Continue reading →

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Columbus Day Parade 2022

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Tina Garceau

Yesterday was The Columbus Day Parade on South Broad Street. Dean Martin’s daughter, Deana presided as the Grand Marshal, with Jerry Blavat. More photos under the cut.

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Italian Market Festival 2022

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Tina Garceau

After two years, The Italian Market Festival returned to 9th Street over the weekend. Despite the high temperatures, turn out was tremendous. The food, entertainment, and people watching did not disappoint! More photos behind the cut.

Posted in Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged 9th Street, ethnic food, Food, ham, Italian Market, Italian Market Festival 2022, Jerry Blavat, pig, pigs, pork, roast pork, sandwich, South Philly | 2 Comments

Italian Market Festival 2018 – Day Two

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Day two of the annual Italian Market Festival – the weather cooperated, there was a good crowd, great food, music, and the Procession of the Saints! More photos after the cut!

Posted in Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged Cannoli's House of Pork, Isgro's pasteries, Italian Market Festival, Jerry Blavat, Procession of the Saints, South Philly, Verdi Band | Leave a comment

Philadelphia Columbus Day Parade 2017

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Who’s Sorry Now? Not me, I got to meet the magnificent Connie Francis, Grand Marshal of Philadelphia’s Columbus Day Parade held yesterday on Broad Street. Pictured is Ms. Francis with disc jockey Jerry Blavat – “The Geator with the Heater”. More photos … Continue reading →

Posted in Holiday, News, Photography, South Philly Safari | Tagged "The Geator with the Heater", Broad Street, Columbus Day Parade 2017, Connie Francis, Jerry Blavat, Mummers, South Philadelphia | 4 Comments

Italian Market Festival 2017 – Day 2

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Day two – the sun made an appearance, along with Jerry Blavat, The Verdi Band from Norristown, and some Saints! It was a blast!!! More photos behind the cut.