Annual Paolo Busti dinner highlights contributions of Italian-Americans to nation's heritage
A dedication to family and friends and the Italian-American community in Batavia is why James Saraceni was recognized on Wednesday night at Batavia Downs as the Paolo Busti Foundation's Italian-American of the Year. In his remarks, Saraceni spoke about his friends and family more than about himself and recalled the difficulties that immigrant Itali...
Campo Italiano set to get under way
Members of the Italian American Cultural Club who serve on the Campo Italiano planning committee, got together at Scaffidi’s Restaurant and Tavern to discuss final preparations for the week-long day camp set for June 19-23 at the Italian Village. Following the registration’s deadline of May 31, members reviewed the current number of campers, youth...
History in the Hills: The King of Cool in Steubenville
June in Steubenville is busy. Summer concerts are in full swing, festivals and events are kicking off and soon, the annual Dean Martin Celebration will be here before we know it, this year taking place June 16 and 17. While I was working at Historic Fort Steuben, the Dean Martin event was something that the Visitor Center took pride in being a part...
Michigan Author/Filmmaker Conferred Prestigious Knighthood Award from the Italian Government
At an official ceremony in Detroit during Italy’s national day celebration on June 2, Novi (MI) resident, Pierette Domenica Simpson, received the esteemed knighthood award which recognizes outstanding expatriates for their efforts in the preservation and promotion of Italy’s prestige abroad. Ms. Simpson was nominated by the Consul of Italy in Detr...
Italian Street Festival returns to Indy
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of Italy at the upcoming Italian Street Festival. Taking place on June 9th and June 10th from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 520 Stevens Street, this event promises to be a celebration of all things Italian. Best of all, admission and parking are completely free! Food enthusiasts and It...
New Cabrini statue boasts an Italian back story
A new statue of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini was unveiled on Oct. 15, 2022, in the courtyard of Chicago’s Holy Name Cathedral in celebration of the 75th anniversary of her canonization. Born in Italy, Mother Cabrini was the first American citizen to be canonized, and her statue in Chicago has a great Italian backstory. The sculpture was created by Lo...
Consulate of Italy in Detroit Hosts Italian National Day Celebration
On June 2, 2023 the Consulate of Italy in Detroit hosted a celebration to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Republic of Italy. Consul Allegra Baistrocchi and her staff welcomed almost 500 invited guests to The Eastern, in Detroit’s Historic Eastern Market, an homage to the rich Italian immigrant community of centuries past, with a wink to th...
Italian Workmen’s Club share culture with Madison community for Festa Italia
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, the Italian Workmen’s Club has you covered. The group is hosting a Festa Italia at McKee Farms Park to celebrate Italian culture, and share it with the Madison community. The picnic started Friday and will go until Sunday. Organizer David Rizzo said the itinerary is jam-packed with food, games and...
Paolo Busti Foundation names Jim Saraceni its Outstanding Italian American
Jim Saraceni, whose grandparents immigrated to America from Italy, has strong Italian roots that have shaped his life and earned him the Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation’s award for Outstanding Italian American. Saraceni’s grandparents, Arthur and Amelia (Soccio), immigrated to America from Vasto, Italy, which is on the Adriatic Sear. They had the c...
Nella Piccolin: a force for good in Frankfort
In 1926, 16-year-old Onorato Piccolin came to America from Falcade, province of Buluno, region of Veneto, Italy. He arrived at Ellis Island, settling in the Kensington section of Chicago. A blacksmith in the old country, he eventually found work in Gary, Indiana, at the steel mills. Many of you share this same story. A father, a mother, coming to...
Guardians Marker Unveiled in Cleveland’s Little Italy Neighborhood
In May, Random Road was closed down in Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood for the unveiling of a historical marker that pays tribute to the Italian immigrant stonemasons who carved some of the city’s most iconic stone works. The marker was placed at the site of the former Ohio Cut Stone Co., where Cleveland’s “Guardians of Traffic” were hand-car...
Park district holds off decision on Columbus statue
The future of Peoria’s Christopher Columbus statue is not fully known, but it may not be seen in the River City again. The park district voted to remove the statue in the fall of 2020 after national controversies were raised in that time over Columbus’ treatment of Native Americans. Peoria Park District Executive Director Emily Cahill says there’s...