2026 Bristol Fall Classic
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Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people who make a difference in the lives of Bristol Borough students — while raising funds to support STEM education as required by the federally sourced, state administired, and locally distributed 21st Century Community Learning Center grant awarded to the Bristol Borough School District.
🌟 PERSON OF THE YEAR — DOMINIC “DONNIE” PETOLILLO
Cesare’s Ristorante
For generations, Donnie has been a mentor, employer and role model to young people in our community. He estimates that he has mentored more than 1,000 young people, with at least a dozen former employees going on to establish their own restaurant businesses. His story is one of hard work, responsibility, opportunity and giving young people a seat at the table.
🎤 SPECIAL GUEST — KATHY ROMANO
Philadelphia radio personality and one of the region’s most recognizable voices, Kathy Romano will join us for a special conversation with Donnie — exploring his life, his family’s remarkable restaurant legacy, and the lessons he has shared with generations of young people.
🍎 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
• David Chichilitti — Bristol High School
• Mike Crossan — Snyder-Girotti Elementary School
• Maureen Lynch — Bristol Middle School
• Kelly Pekala — St. Mark Parochial School
🎓 STUDENT OF THE YEAR — GRACE BOYLE
The Bristol Fall Classic is more than an evening out. It is an opportunity for the entire community to come together, celebrate achievement, honor those who invest in our children, and help prepare Bristol’s students for the world beyond the classroom.
There’s a seat at the table for everyone.
Come celebrate. Come support our students. Come be part of the Bristol Fall Classic.
🎟️ Tickets are available online at www.https://bblearningcenters.com/events/bristol-fall-classic/, and/or the Bristol Borough Tax Office, and at Mignoni Jewelers during normal hours.
Bristol Fall Classic — A Seat at the Table.
🌟 PERSON OF THE YEAR — DOMINIC “DONNIE” PETOLILLO
Cesare’s Ristorante
For generations, Donnie has been a mentor, employer and role model to young people in our community. He estimates that he has mentored more than 1,000 young people, with at least a dozen former employees going on to establish their own restaurant businesses. His story is one of hard work, responsibility, opportunity and giving young people a seat at the table.
🎤 SPECIAL GUEST — KATHY ROMANO
Philadelphia radio personality and one of the region’s most recognizable voices, Kathy Romano will join us for a special conversation with Donnie — exploring his life, his family’s remarkable restaurant legacy, and the lessons he has shared with generations of young people.
🍎 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
• David Chichilitti — Bristol High School
• Mike Crossan — Snyder-Girotti Elementary School
• Maureen Lynch — Bristol Middle School
• Kelly Pekala — St. Mark Parochial School
🎓 STUDENT OF THE YEAR — GRACE BOYLE
The Bristol Fall Classic is more than an evening out. It is an opportunity for the entire community to come together, celebrate achievement, honor those who invest in our children, and help prepare Bristol’s students for the world beyond the classroom.
There’s a seat at the table for everyone.
Come celebrate. Come support our students. Come be part of the Bristol Fall Classic.
🎟️ Tickets are available online at www.https://bblearningcenters.com/events/bristol-fall-classic/, and/or the Bristol Borough Tax Office, and at Mignoni Jewelers during normal hours.
Bristol Fall Classic — A Seat at the Table.
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Where is it happening?
92 Maple Beach Rd, Bristol, PA 19007-4706, United States
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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Host or PublisherAmy McIlvaine







