"Little Italy San Jose" Park
Little Italy San Jose has launched a petition to change the name of the park that borders our Italian business district to "Little Italy San Jose Park". The current name of this particular park is the Guadalupe River Park East Confluence and the adjacent park next to the SAP Pavilion is referred to the "Arena Green" would remain the same. Little I...
A new Speaker of the House, once again an Italian American
We congratulate Italian American Kevin McCarthy as the next Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. Speaker McCarthy's mother, Roberta, is the daughter of an Italian immigrant. Her maiden name is Palladino. Speaker McCarthy was first elected to Congress in 2006 after serving one term in the state legislature. He represents California's 23rd d...
Bernadette Tarantino Named "Italian American of the Year" 2022
Bernadette Tarantino was named "Italian American of the Year" for 2022. The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA) Fratellanza Garibaldina Lodge #1627 honored her and presented her with a plaque at the organization's 90th Anniversary Dinner Dance in San Diego on Saturday, November 5th. For more than 40 years, Bernadette Tarantino has...
The Italian Heritage Museum of Fresno is now also online!
Located inside the 14,000 sq. ft. Museum is the Community Cultural Center, which is where you will find the Italian Heritage Museum Exhibit – one of the most comprehensive exhibits on Italian culture in the Western United States. The exhibit focuses on the rich history of Italian traditions, culture and achievements. Now, they’re bringing this exhi...
Little Italy in Los Angeles welcomes Emilia Romagna
This past weekend, our President Mr. Mario Amalfitano and our Cultural Affairs Ambassador Anna Manunza were honored to meet an Italian Delegation from Emilia-Romagna. The Delegation came to Los Angeles to attend the final phase of celebrations in tribute of the beloved tenor Luciano Pavarotti, who received a posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of...
Our Lady of the Rosary Church: ‘Garland of Roses’ in San Diego
Today, Our Lady of the Rosary Church of San Diego — popularly known as “The Jewel of Little Italy” — shines even brighter after undergoing a major, award-winning restoration in 2021 to highlight its original liturgical art and beauty. The church was built by its first pastor, Father Sylvester Rabagliati, a native of Italy and student of St. John Bo...
San Francisco's Italian American Heart (Greetings From Italian America: California Adventures, Pt 4)
San Francisco, California has been called "Everybody's Favorite City," and we like to think that the nickname owes a lot to the significant Italian American community that has long called the City by the Bay home. Come along with hosts Rossella, Pat and John for the Grand Finale of our Adventure through Italian California; with visits to a truly hi...
Crews break ground on Piazza Miramare in San Pedro
After years of planning, ground was finally broken on what will soon be Piazza Miramare in San Pedro, a dedication to the large Italian community living in the area. The ceremony was held in accordance with Italian-American Heritage Month, and when finished, the spot will be home to the country's newest Little Italy, along 6th Street and Harbor Bo...
A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio
The IAMLA is delighted to announce the opening of a new original exhibition produced by the museum. A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio explores the cultural origins, interpretations, and enduring appeal of one of the most popular characters in children’s literature. Written in 1883 by Italian author Carlo Collodi, The Adventures of Pinocchio h...
San Francisco: the first Italian Culture and Innovation Hub opens
On October 20 2022, the first Italian Culture and Innovation Hub - INNOV.IT, which integrates the Italian Cultural Institute, Agenzia ICE's foreign investment attraction and innovation desks and the new Innovation Center, opened in San Francisco on October 2022: an initiative promoted by our Embassy in Washington and the Consulate General in San Fr...
Sons & Daughters of Italy in America San Diego Lodge #1627 90th Year Anniversary Dinner Dance
Hey friends and family!! I need you to help us celebrate our 90th Anniversary! With the great entertainer Frank DiSalvo, an awesome venue (Veloce Motors The Vault - Miramar ), and great food, this will be a dinner dance and party you'll never forget! Italian Style! Celebrating the 90th Year Anniversary of the Sons of Italy San Diego- Lodge No. 1627...
Via Arte Italian Street Painting Festival returns to Bakersfield for 24th year
The Via Arte Italian Street Painting Festival is set to return on the weekend of October 22nd and October 23rd. The event has been celebrated since 1998. The Via Arte Italian Street Painting Festival is an annual event that brings people together to appreciate the visual arts. Each year artists get to unleash their creativity through paint and side...