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Loggia Glen Cove Revives Beloved Annual Picnic

Members and Friends Gathered for a Day of Celebration and Camaraderie

P. Frome, Community Contributor
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After close to a decade hiatus, members and friends gather for Loggia Glen Cove’s Annual Picnic.
After close to a decade hiatus, members and friends gather for Loggia Glen Cove’s Annual Picnic. (Photo courtesy Loggia Glen Cove.)

The historic Loggia Glen Cove #1016, the oldest lodge on Long Island, proudly hosted its Annual Picnic on Sunday, July 21st, at the YMCA of Glen Cove. This marks the first time in nearly eight years that the lodge has brought back this cherished community event.

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Loggia Glen Cove President, Marisa Gambino, who spearheaded an effort to bring back the lodge's beloved annual picnic, stands with 1st Vice President Mark Galluccio as they proudly display a poster created by the Vice President noting opportunities for members.
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Several of Mario and Evelina Totino’s grandchildren enjoyed the picnic, including Isabel Valdivia, pictured here. Isabel is the daughter of Jessica and Brian Valdivia, two of the lodge's newest members.

The picnic was a resounding success, thanks in no small part to the dedication and hard work of Lodge President Marisa Gambino and other key members of the lodge. The event served as a wonderful reminder of the lodge's commitment to bringing together members and the community for a day of fun, fellowship, and celebration.

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Family from Near and Far - Visiting from Canada, Antonietta Sasso and her husband Antonio Sasso (at right) joined her cousin and longtime Loggia member, Frank Stanco, along with Frank’s wife, Grace Stanco, at the lodge’s highly successful picnic held on the grounds of the Glen Cove YMCA..
Maestri della Griglia! Chefs ensuring that the burgers and hotdogs are grilled to perfection. L-R: Marciano Cipriano, Angelo Stanco, and Rocco DiSibio.

In her remarks about the event, President Gambino stated, "It was important to bring back the Annual Picnic to rekindle a tradition that has been a cornerstone of our lodge for so many years. Seeing everyone come together like this was truly heartwarming, and I am grateful for the support of all those who made it possible."

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County Legislator and longtime Loggia member, Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (left), and Lodge President, Marisa Gambino, enjoying the lodge’s Annual Picnic.
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Vice President Mark Galluccio holds his daughter, Madison, while Immediate Past President Joe Gallo joins them for a photo

To learn more about Loggia Glen Cove, including membership opportunities and upcoming events, please visit www.loggiaglencove.com.

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