The International Society of SS Cosma & Damiano held its 25th Gala Dinner Dance Celeberation on March 23, honoring four Italian Americans and one of its late founding members. Angelo Gurino was declared the Italian American Man of the Year, Jack LaSala the Italian American Businessman of the Year and Angela Gozzi the Italian American Businesswoman of the Year.

Joann Ariola was named Italian American Woman of the Year, but was unable to attend the dinner dance. She accepted her award via a video that was screened for the guests. More than 325 guests enjoyed the festivities at Russo’s On The Bay.