years later. Children were included in every possible way. After the Mass, the parade reorganized and went back to the hall, where the traditional meal of sopas was served to the entire crowd. The meat for the feast was donated by local farmers, and was cooked all night by experienced cooks. The beef broth was poured over sliced French bread with a sprig of mint in bowls and served with platters of meat. Crowds waited anxiously outside to be in the next group to be seated. It was estimated that at least two thousand people were served each year. Later in the afternoon there was an auction to make money to help defray the costs. Tony Enos was our well-known local auctioneer who called for bids on a multitude of items that had been donated. Everything from livestock to artwork to handmade items was offered, along with big loaves of Portuguese sweetbread, which was sold in huge quantities. Monday evening was reserved for all the people who had worked so hard to put on this glorious celebration for the entire community. They enjoyed food and drink, but mostly they had a good time talking about what a wonderful thing they had been a part of, contemplating what they would do the next year. As they got older, there were not enough young people willing to tackle such a big project; the last Holy Ghost celebration in Pinole was held in 1959. It was a sad day, but lots of pleasant memories live on among those who were fortunate enough to be a part of that memorable occasion. Holy Ghost parade attendants Pinole Portuguese Band in the Holy Ghost parade David R. Baker Attorney at Law SenioR Citizen SpeCial for over 65 Simple WillS $100 2518 San Pablo Avenue Pinole, CA 94564 510-724-2020 REKHA MURALI M.D. INC. SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS ALWAYS WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS Dr. Rekha Murali, MD Internal Medicine Accepting Most Insurances & Cash Pay Welcome Everyones talking about nutrition but no one is measuring it. Come get your veggie and fruit intake scan. (ANTIOXIDANT SCAN) ANTIOXIDANT HELPS PROTECT AGAINST CANCER AND CHRONIC DISEASES. We specialize in Preventive Medical Care, Nutrition, Annual Physicals, Well‑Woman Exams, Senior Care, Skin Care, Immunizations, Allergy Shots, Anti‑aging. To schedule an appointment, please call (510) 724-6712 Se habla Español. MEDICAL OFFICE OF DR. REKHA MURALI MD 2160 Appian Way, Suite 105 • Pinole CA 94564 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm. NOVEMBER 2016 MARKETPLACECONTRACOSTA.COM 27
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