The Mother Lode Remembers Musician/Actor, Teacher Rick Restivo
The Mother Lode is mourning the unexpected loss of a colorful, beloved personality whose life literally touched thousands. Two weeks ago, while teaching his music classes at Foothill Leadership Academy, and that weekend, while turning in what turned out to be his last public performance, singing and playing bass with his mates in the Black Irish Ba...
Carol Togneri: exposing new “gems” from the Norton Simon Museum’s vault
Carol Togneri’s pivotal moment of discovery occurred in Alhambra, CA, when she was a child and her Tuscan grandma showed her the reproductions of the art treasures, stored in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. No expensive travels, or “Grand Tours” to Italy, but simply the images imprinted on a little book, favored Carol’s intimate revelation. Carol...
The Foundation of the Etruscan city: the Example of Bologna
Massimo Maracci, Director of Cultura Italiana, Italian Language School of Bologna, Italy, will lead a conversation with Mary Tolano-Noyes, author of the book Bologna Reflections: An Uncommon Guide, about the developmental elements of the Etruscan city and its influence on the Roman and Medieval city. The event will be followed by wine and refreshme...
Italian Americans of Merced County
It was their belief in hard work and an unbreakable family bond that enabled the Italian immigrants to build a new life in America. “Grazie America” (Thank you, America) is not only an exhibit that conveys their gratitude for such opportunity but also a testament that showcases the success of the America dream. In the exhibit, looking at the faces...
Famed accordionist, Fresno native, Dick Contino has died
On the list of famous Fresnans, Dick Contino ranks as a superstar. In the 1950s, Mr. Contino was a high-profile musician and actor who married starlet Leigh Snowden and appeared multiple times on “The Ed Sullivan Show;” more than 40 over his whole career. Author James Ellroy used parts of Mr. Contino’s life and name for his 1994 novella, “Dick Cont...
The Children of Rome. Photographs by Jeffrey Blankfort
Wednesday, May 10 - 6:30pm Opening and Artist Reception. On view: May 11 - June 9 - Italian Cultural Institute. 601 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco In January 1966, San Francisco-based photojournalist Jeffrey Blankfort, arrived in Rome on the first of his many trips to Italy, where he stayed for six months, learning the language, enjoying the food...
75 years later, Bay Area Italian Americans remember wartime restrictions, internment
“This is old Italian neighborhood,” Al Bronzini says. “That’s the house I was raised in, right there.” Al is showing me some of the places that were important to him growing up in East Oakland, almost 80 years ago. “Boy this is different,” he says. “Wow.” He’s a little too uncomfortable to park the car, so he points things out from the driver’s sea...
The Lure of Italy: Artists' Views
When: DA Tuesday, May 09, 2017 a Sunday, July 30, 2017 - Organized by : J. Paul Getty Museum - Entrance : Free - For more information, please visit www.getty.edu From the crumbling ruins of ancient Rome to the crystal clear light of Venice, Italy has fascinated travelers and artists for centuries. Painters and draftsmen have found inspiration not...
A day of Italian Culture and Tradition. Sunday ~ May 7, 2017
Sunday - May 7, 2017. 9:30 am to 8:00pm. Oshman Family JCC. Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life. 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 9430 Enjoy the second Silicon Valley Italian Festival – a dive into the Italian Fashion and Food. To start a series of events for both adults and children ranging from cooking classes for adults and children, a series of co...
“All Roads Lead to Rome”...even from San Francisco
The strong connection existing between Rome and San Francisco is timeless, so is the quote used for the exhibition that opened at San Francisco Airport’s International Terminal a few weeks ago. With its grand opening on March 11, “All Roads lead to Rome” showcases magnificent old master paintings as well as the world’s largest collection of archite...
Olive Oil in Focus - Public event
When: Monday, May 08, 2017 From 6:00 pm To 7:00 pm - Where: Italian Cultural Institute, 1023 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Organized by : IIC - In collaboration with : Filipo Berio & LIngua Viva - Entrance : Free On the occasion of the Los Angeles Times Food Bowl and the 150th anniversary of Filippo Berio a special presentation on one of the m...
SBCC Italian club shares culture with students after 2-year hiatus
The Italian Club was reestablished this semester after being on hiatus for two years due to the lack of students enrolled in higher-level Italian-language courses. Global studies major Lorenzo Marchetti, a third-year international student from Italy, serves as club president. Marchetti is in charge of coordinating the club’s meetings along with Lau...