There are just two weeks left until the 13th annual Italian-American festival hits the downtown on July 28-30, and the planning committee is putting together the final arrangements. Attendees should bring their appetite because the lower portion of Center Street will be lined with traditional Italian favorites such as sausage and peppers, pizza, pasta fagioli, sweet treats, and more.

While locals can attend and benefit from the cultural activities and food, organizations benefit as well. Each year, two organizations are selected to receive some of the proceeds, this year’s recipients being United Way of Southington and Southington Community Services.