‘Don Giovanni’ at University of Maryland’s Maryland Opera Studio
by Sam Hall Interesting fact –Lorenzo da Ponte , librettist for Don Giovanni, was the first professor of Italian literature at Columbia University in New York City; he was also the first ethnically Jewish member of the faculty, and the first to be a Catholic priest. Before that, he worked at various points in his life as grocer, among oth...
Italy in the White House: A Conversation on Historical Perspectives in Washington
March 2, 2016. Wednesday 9:00 AM - White House Historical Association - 748 Jackson Place NorthwestWashington, District of Columbia Long before the emergence of the United States and Italy as nations, close connections between our two peoples influenced political philosophy, architecture, culture, and more. Over time, these...
Mary Ann Pessolano Mattone, NOIAW Board Member, Honored by OSIA
We are proud to announce that NOIAW Board member and Secretary, Mary Ann Pessolano Mattone, will be honored at the Sons of Italy Foundation's 28th Annual National Education and Leadership Awards on May 26, 2016 in Washington, D.C. A philanthropist and community leader, Mrs. Mattone will receive a National Education and Leadership Award, as will he...
Pasta Cook-Off expected to attract hundreds on Saturday
By Ashlie Walter The 25th annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Pasta Cook-Off is expected to be fun for both cooks and eaters alike on Saturday in Jackson Square Parking Facility. Cook time is at 9 a.m. and taste and judging begins at noon. Read more Source: http://www.exponent-telegram.com
Who had it tougher? Mom or Grandma?
Today's mom has learned to adapt to a barrage of digital computerized appliances that would have scared the daylights out of Grandma. She's the family member who sets the digital alarm clock every night and the automatic coffee maker every morning. Today's savvy Mom carries her own smart phone and she can be located quickly. But even with...
The holiday spirit -- Children enjoy movie sponsored by UNICO
By Warren Howeler Over 100 children and their parents from throughout the Valley took part in a special showing of "The LEGO Movie" in the Sayre High School auditorium, which was sponsored by the Sayre chapter of UNICO National. For over 10 years now, the Sayre chapter of UNICO National has sponsored a free movie for local children and the...
Allan Attanasio, Chief of Police in the Mountainside Police Department
The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey is proud to announce that Allan Attanasio will be sworn in as the Chief of Police in the Mountainside Police Department on Tuesday, February 17th at 7:30 pm in the Mountainside Borough Hall. We are extremely proud of our Executive Board member and know that he is an outstanding choice to le...
2nd Annual Spring Gala Release
On the heels of a banner first year in existence, The Society of the Italian American Businessmen, SIAB, hosted their 2nd Annual Spring Gala on Friday, April 17th, to a sold out crowd of 360 people at the Richlin Ballroom. SIAB put on another first class event that began at 7:00pm and went until midnight. In true Italian style, a 2015 Fiat...
Ciao Philadelphia 2015
Ciao Philadelphia 2015 was a rich series of events promoting Italy and the Italian-American contribution to this great City and Region. During the entire month of October, Ciao Philadelphia gained an exceptional level of popularity within the cultural settings of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. Ciao Philadelphia i...
NIAF Christmas Open House
'Tis the season for food, fun and Christmas karaoke! Join NIAF for our Christmas Open House, Wednesday, December 14, beginning at 6 p.m. at NIAF Headquarters at the Ambassador Peter F. Secchia Building, 1860 19th St NW, Washington, D.C. Stop by in festive attire and enjoy light appetizers, drinks, music and the presentation of the future Victoria J...
Italian Festa by the Sons of Italy and Mall "Mercado" Sale!
The Sons of Italy New Jersey Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA), the oldest and largest national organization for men and women of Italian descent, will hold its Columbus Italian Cultural Festa! Hundreds are expected to attend and enjoy Italian-themed food, vendors and novelties, a bocce tourname...
Tavola Rotonda: Un Ritratto degli Italiani e Italo-Americani a Washington
Italians in DC, insieme all'Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Casa Italiana, la National Italian American Foundation, Sons of Italy, il Lido Civic Club, e' lieta di sponsorizzare l'evento organizzato dalla Holy Rosary Church (la chiesa italo-americana a Washington) all'interno dell'Anno della Cultura Italiana. La tavola rotonda offrira' un pro...