Immigrants stories shared by Professor Vincent J. Cannato
by Lavinia Pisani Growing up in the suburbs of New York City among a big Italian-American community, Professor Vincent J. Cannato has respect for his Italian origins. "My grandfather was born in Sicily and grew up in Calabria and came to America when he was 17. My grandmother was born on Elizabeth Street in New York City's Little...
Dining decor: Papa Razzi Metro
by Kara baskin Where: Papa Razzi Metro. What: An Italian children's book library at the Burlington restaurant's host stand. Whose idea Restaurant operations director Corey Barreira has two small children, and he knows how hard it can be to dine out with them. The solution? Books. "Kids can ask for something from our Italian book sele...
Italian in CT: Learn your family history
by mistykowska In celebrating Italians in Connecticut this week, Louis Nesci and Don Maleto are telling their family history. Lots of families' stories get lost throughout the years. They say to always ask the elders in your family about your history – you may just be surprised from what you learn! The Nesci Institute of Genealogi...
Weston resident gets award from Boston's Sons of Italy
Boston's Sons of Italy recently held its 28th annual Black Tie Ball at the Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy. The organization's highest award, the Inspiration Award, was given to Richard DeVito Sr. of Weston for his remarkable business career. Three generations of the DeVito family were there to support him. Source: http://w...
Comedy and pasta in East Hanover Saturday
The East Hanover Italian American Club will be hosting A Halfway to Columbus Day Comedy and Pasta Night on at 6:30 p.m. Saturday April 20, at Holy Family Church Gym in Florham Park.Comedian and radio host Goumba Johnnie and Comedian and impressionist Rob Magnotti will provide a guaranteed night of laughter and fun. Also DJ Romulus will provide musi...
Il maestro professore
By Chiara Trebaiocchi Devo ammettere che ero un po' intimorita dall'idea di intervistare un direttore d'orchestra. Quelle figure di spalle al pubblico mi hanno da sempre messa in soggezione: la concentrazione, l'impeto e la fermezza che servono a guidare un'orchestra nella mia mente si associavano solo a maestri dall'aspetto un po' burbero e sever...
Michéal Castaldo to Grace the Bandstand Stage for the 92nd Annual Feast of the Three Saints in Lawrence, Massachusetts, on Labor Day Weekend
International Italian tenor Michéal Castaldo will perform at the 92 Annual Feast of the Three Saints in Lawrence, Massachusetts, which takes place every Labor Day Weekend. Castaldo will perform on the Bandstand stage at 9:00 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, which is opening night of this three-day event. The feast is a celebration of the Italian-Ameri...
Columbus Day Parade stirs memories
By Antonio Planas The Columbus Day Parade march yesterday from downtown through the North End evoked memories of Boston's longest-serving mayor, the late Thomas M. Menino, whose Italian heritage made the day special for him. "I know that he loved this day," Mayor Martin J. Walsh said. "He loved almost every day of being the mayor....
Braccio Di Ferro (Popeye) Pays Tribute to Nicola Orichuia of I AM Books
by Matt Conti Popeye the Sailor and his crew have been enjoyed by Italian audiences for decades. The Italian leader Benito Mussolini banned American comic strips in Italy before the Second World War. Popeye's comic strip adventures were so popular the ban had to be lifted due to public outcry. According to Fred Andrieu from The Grand Comi...
Italian-American History Of New Haven
This 1999 photo of Mary Ginnetti by Anthony Riccio is featured in Riccio's book "The Italian American Experience in New Haven: Images and Oral Histories." Riccio will show his photos and discuss his book at an event at the New Haven Museum on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The 5:30 p.m. event (snow date: Thursday, Dec. 5) coincides with the current exhibition...
The Maione Family of Capitol Coffee House
by Brittany McDonough When thinking of iconic Boston buildings it is impossible not to think of the State House. The Golden Dome can be seen from all over the city and is a testament to the culture and history of Beacon Hill. Right behind the State House there is a tiny shop called Capitol Coffee House that has just as much culture an...
Hitting the Right Note: Federico Cortese on his 15 years with the BYSO
Over the last 15 years, under the leadership of Federico Cortese, the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra has grown tremendously. The list of accomplishments includes new ensembles, record numbers of applicants, a community outreach program, overseas tours and exciting partnerships. For Cortese, though, it's all just part of the job."I can tal...