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Tuesday, January 8, 2013, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Upcoming dates

  • Wednesday, January 9, 2013, 12 - 8 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 10, 2013, 12 - 8 p.m.
  • Friday, January 11, 2013, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, January 12, 2013, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Monday, January 14, 2013, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, January 15, 2013, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, January 16, 2013, 12 - 8 p.m.
  • Thursday, January 17, 2013, 12 - 8 p.m.
  • Wednesday, January 18, 2012, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, January 19, 2013, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Program Locations:

Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center (Map and directions)
Fully accessible to wheelchairs
For children and teens

 The presepio, or nativity scene, is an important part of Christmas in Italy.  It is an old tradition that is said to date back to Saint Francis of Assisi, who created the first living nativity scene in the 13th century.  The presepio, is a miniature replica of the traditional nativity scene alongside vignettes that portray everyday life in 18th century Naples.

Presepio Italiano, from the collection of Joseph Nocerino, measuring six feet across by five feet deep, consists of figurines that were hand crafted in Italy.  Presented by the Enrico Fermi Cultural Committee.

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