Festa Italiana in Mokena, IL
Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM. Yunker Park, 10824 W La Porte Rd, Mokena, IL. Live music, a large selection of food, beverages, children's entertainment, games, magic, ballons, a splash pad, a spaghetti eating contest, an Italian car show, and more, all at the Fest. Special prayer service for Our Lady of Mount Carmel and procession at 10:30, s...
West Michigan Italian Festival 'Festa Italiana' to return after 25 year hiatus
The West Michigan Italian Fest, or Festa Italiana, is set to return this weekend in Byron Center in Grand Rapids (MI) after a quarter-century hiatus. Hosted and ran by the newly-formed 501c3 West Michigan Italian Cultural Center, the festival celebrates Italian culture and heritage in our area. "We all have a rich history of immigrating here, you k...
Festa Italiana Brings the Heart of Italy to Schererville, IN
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of Italy at Festa Italiana, Northwest Indiana’s premier celebration of Italian culture! Hosted by Villa Cesare Events & Banquets, this beloved annual festival returns July 25-27, 2025, with free admission for all ages. Join us for a weekend packed with authentic Italian cuisin...
Seven Hills to host Italian sister city with gala event
Mayor Simone Costanzo of Coreno Ausonio, Italy, is coming to Seven Hills. The mayor of the Italian municipality will be hosted by his sister city counterpart, Seven Hills Mayor Anthony D. Biasiotta, at a special gala event Aug. 2 at the Community Recreation Center. The upcoming international visit so far has exceeded Biasiotta’s expectations.“Worki...
We Have a New Home!
Dear Friends of the Italian American Veterans Museum,Great news! The Italian American Veterans Museum has landed at its new location in Addison, Illinois. And better yet, we have allies to help us make the transition, including you! We are pleased to announce that we will occupy a splendid new space in a stately 100-year-old building situated acros...
Wickliffe (OH) honors Italian American roots with commemorative tree planting
In a heartfelt ceremony Friday, the city of Wickliffe (OH) celebrated its deep Italian American heritage by planting a tree dedicated to generations of Italian families who shaped the community. The event, held at Coulby Park, brought together civic leaders, descendants of early immigrants, and members of the local Italian-American Club. Mayor Joe...
Mother Cabrini's sisters carry on missionary's zeal to 'heal the wounds of humanity'
On the 175th anniversary of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini's birth July 15, the sisters of the order she founded continue on with her tireless work of service to those in need, especially immigrants. The Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus have a presence in 15 countries. Though they are only a few hundred around the world according to the...
Honoring Heritage and Building Legacy: Pamela Dorazio Dean Receives Donna Distinta Award for Italian American Leadership
The June 2025 Donna Distinta Award goes to Pamela Dorazio Dean, a historian, archivist and director of the Italian American Museum of Cleveland (IAMCLE), in recognition of her preservation and celebration of Italian American history and culture. A dedicated leader whose work bridges scholarship, community, and personal legacy, Pamela stands as a po...
Summit County Italian-American Festival returns for 3 days
The Summit County Italian-American Festival will return to Lock 3 in downtown Akron (OH) starting today, July 10, and running through Saturday, July 12. This year marks the 75th year for the festival, which is organized by the Council of Italian American Societies of Summit County. Admission is free for the fest, which offers Italian and American f...
Italian Workmen's Club to be recognized with national status
The Italian Workmen's Club building in Madison (WI) will be receiving a national recognition next Tuesday. The Italian Workmen's Club, located at 914 Regent Street, is set to receive the prestigious designation of a National Historic Landmark. This recognition underscores the building's cultural and historical significance, having served as a corne...
Finding the Missing Family Link
Sometimes, finding family information begins in a non-suspecting way! Flight attendant Raymond DiBiasi was having a discussion with his mother about the family lore of being Armenian since having Italian cousins living in Sicily appeared to be a dead issue according to his late grandfather. Raymond’s grandfather implied that there were no relatives...
2025 Columbus Day Queen Contest
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - Des Plaines Theatre - 1476 Miner St., Des Plaines, IL . 1:00pm. In a tradition as old as the JCCIA, every year the Columbus Day Queen Pageant is held to select a new reigning young woman. Be part of history! Apply now to become the next Bella Regina! Eligibility Requirements:Contestants must be between the ages of 17-26; C...