Sat., Sun., Mon., 8/31–9/2. Our Lady of Angels Feast Grounds, 7 Jesse St., Sat., 5 p.m.–Midnight; Sun. Noon– Midnight; Mon. Noon–10 p.m.. Procession on Main St. Monday at 1:00 p.m.
A traditional, weekend-long Portuguese “festa” featuring live music, game booths, Portuguese and American foods, auctions, kids’ activities. On Monday at 1:00 p.m. a procession is held from St. Mary’s Church to Benoit Square and back, with marching bands, clergy, local officials and invited guests. The carved wooden statue of Our Lady of Angels is carried along the route on the shoulders of members of the club.
Sponsored by Our Lady of Angels Catholic Association. For more info: 508-990-0502.
Entertainment/Activities
Saturday, grounds open 5 p.m.–midnight. Opening ceremonies at 6 p.m., followed by a concert by Our Lady of Light Band of Fall River. 8 p.m.–mid., Music by Over the Edge
Sunday, grounds open from noon to midnight, featuring Richard Canastra & Paul Sovoie Show from 3–7 p.m.; Eratoxica from 8 p.m.–mid.
Monday, Feast Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church. Procession on Main Street at 1 p.m. followed by auction on feast grounds. Music by Hardwire, 6–10 p.m. Grounds close at 10 p.m.
NEW THIS YEAR: You must purchase tickets for food and beverages. All three days, Portuguese and American foods will be served.
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