Main Street First and Rock City Development invite the community to celebrate The World Series of Bocce with a special film and lunch event on June 22. The film is produced by Rome natives Francis DiClemente and Bill Vinci, Lafayette Cunningham serving as cinematographer, and Mary Kasprzyk as editor.
“The World Series of Bocce: A Celebration of Sport, Family and Community” is a documentary short that captures the intense competition at the annual World Series of Bocce tournament in Rome, NY, while highlighting the event’s economic, social, and community impact. The tournament takes place this year from July 19 to 21 at the Toccolana Club in Rome, NY. For one weekend in July, teams from across the U.S. and Canada and thousands of spectators descend on Rome, New York, for the annual World Series of Bocce. Men’s and women’s teams—composed of four players per squad—compete for thousands of dollars in prize money.
It’s a tradition connecting the past with the present, a celebration of Italian American culture and an event that contributes to Rome’s economy while bolstering civic pride. The film depicts the competition of the tournament and highlights the enduring bonds of family, friendship and community. Through interviews with players, organizers and spectators, viewers are immersed in the passion and skill that define this beloved sport.
“Main Street First is excited to partner with Rock City Development to bring this unique, regionally-focused film to our independent theater,” said Rob Richard of Main Street First. “We believe community events like this are an important part of building community and supporting our local businesses.”
The event takes place at noon June 22 at the Valley Cinemas located at 20 Albany St. in Little Falls. Guests should arrive at 11:45 a.m. Following the film at 12:45 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy lunch and meet and greet with producers of the film at The Venue at Stone Mill, located at 410 Canal Place in Little Falls.
All film ticket proceeds benefit Main Street First, a grassroots, not-for-profit 501(c3) organization composed of active and engaged community members of Little Falls, NY, who work together to organize, create, implement, and support sustainable initiatives to revitalize the City.
Tickets are $10 for the film only and $25 for the film, lunch, and meet and greet with producers. To purchase tickets, visit https://bit.ly/3K0xbjo or https://boccefilmandlunch.eventbrite.com.
Overnight accommodations are available at the Canal Side Inn at 395 Canal Place in Little Falls or the Inn at Stone Mill at 410 Canal Place in Little Falls, just footsteps away from the Valley Cinemas theater.
To book, visit www.canalsideinn.com or www.theinnatstonemill.com. Enter code bocce10 to save 10%.
