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Jerry Blavat
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
Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged "The Geator with the Heater", Connie Francis, Danny Aiello, Deana Martin, DJ, Jerry Blavat, Philadelphia
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Columbus Day Parade 2022
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.
Posted in Holiday, News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged Columbus Day Parade, Deana Martin, Jerry Blavat, Marconi, Philadelphia, Philly, Plaza, South
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Italian Market Festival 2022
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
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Italian Market Festival 2018 – Day Two
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!
Philadelphia Columbus Day Parade 2017
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
Italian Market Festival 2017 – Day 2
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.
Philadelphia Columbus Day Parade 2016
Along the parade route on Broad Street – Jerry Blavat and Grand Marshal Danny Aiello.
Italian Market Festival 2016
The festival was in full swing yesterday – we weren’t gonna let a little rain get in the way!
Posted in Italian Market, Philadelphia
Tagged 9th Street, Italian market Festival 2016, Jerry Blavat
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