‘Mr. St. John’s’ Joseph Sciame retires after six decades of service — and finally dishes on secret he shared with Silvio Berlusconi
A man known as “the face” of St. John’s University has retired after 61 years – and he finally revealed a secret he shared with former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi. Longtime Vice President Joseph Sciame, 82, helped educate generations of students including a high-profile bishop and Berlusconi’s daughter, whose presence on campus he kept...
OSDIA Grand Lodge President Biagio Isgro joins Garibaldi Lodge at its new members’ induction in Eastchester, New York.
The initiation of the new members of OSDIA* Garibaldi Lodge in Eastchester turned out to be a very special evening for all members in attendance, with the presence of two Officers from the Grand Lodge and two National Officers. The surprised members had the remarkable opportunity to hear their Grand Lodge President Biagio Isgro Jr. speak about the...
After years of visiting Italy and extensive research, Arrochar resident pens book of hearttfelt recollections of her maternal grandfather
Because of her inherent love for her maternal grandfather and as a way to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his passing back in the year 1974, Frances R. Curcio has authored a biography of “Nonno,” her grandfather whose formal name was Salvatore Cipolaro. The title of the book is “Mio Nonno Totore and the American Dream,” and Curcio’s work has be...
Giovanni da Verrazzano and the Naming of the Bridge
Five hundred years ago, on April 17, Giovanni da Verrazzano and his crew were the first Europeans to sail into the estuary of what is now New York Harbor. Under Verrazzano’s command, they first landed at Cape Fear in North Carolina in March of 1524 and then traveled northeast along the coast of North America, leading into the New York Bay. Sailing...
Initial plans announced by Italian American Leadership Forum (IALF) for the 500th Anniversary of Giovanni da Verrazzano
The Board of Directors of the Italian American Leadership Forum (IALF), founded in 2023, recently announced plans for coordinating initiatives to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the arrival of Giovanni da Verrazzano, an Italian navigator and explorer who traveled under the flag of France in his voyages across the Atlantic. While there may be a g...
2024 NOIAW Luncheon
Saturday Aril 13, 2024. The St. Regis New York - 2 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022, USA. Please RSVP here by Saturday, April 6th | Gentlemen always welcome. 11:30 am - Networking Reception 1pm - Luncheon. The National Organization of Italian American Women annual Gala Luncheon is back to the St. Regis New York. NOIAW honors two accomplished women who...
Hidden In Plain Sight: The Statue Honoring Fiorello La Guardia
Fiorello La Guardia, the 99th Mayor of New York, who was of Italian heritage, is pictured here in a combative pose in Neil Estern’s statue in LaGuardia Place, Greenwich Village. La Guardia was served as mayor for nine years during the Depression era, leaving a mark both on the history of the city and the image of the Italian-American New York comm...
Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish: a little corner of Italy in the Bronx
On a grey, rainy January day, the Fordham Road section of New York’s Bronx district isn’t exactly inviting, but the smile on Father Fredy Patino’s face is warm as he welcomes me to Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish. Since a diocesan reorganisation, the parish is now combined with the nearby St Martin of Tours one. The fact is, the process of combinin...
Celebrating Naples, Honoring Anthony Correra, Music, Food, Friendship
Friday, April 26 - 6PM Seating | Musical Performance of Neapolitan classics featuring Mara Adler-O’Kelly, Ivan Dalia, Patricia Lazzara. Dinner to Follow in the Oak Room. Columbus Citizens Foundation | 8 East 69th Street, New York, NY. RSVP Today. The evening will be in tribute to Anthony Correra, a longtime member and avid supporter of bringing art...
“Corporate art” by Arvedo Arvedi - Book presentation
April 19 2024, 18:00 (Local time). IIC-NY 686 Park Avenue, NY. The Institute is pleased to host the presentation of the book: “Corporate art. Embracing a new mentality in marketing and sales strategies” by Arvedo Arvedi. The author in conversation with Fabio Finotti, Director of IIC-NY, and special guest. On the occasion of the Exhibition: Corporat...
Edie Falco Dishes On Carmela Soprano, Life During Visit To John Jay
John Jay seniors studying the craft of an unfolding story were treated to a special insider's take on how those tales get told. One of the most iconic cast members on one of the most highly acclaimed television series of all time, "The Sopranos," walked down the aisle of John Jay High School's auditorium, stepped up on a chair and sat on the edge o...
500 Years Later: Who was Giovanni da Verrazzano?
Monday, April 15, 2024, 7 to 8 pm in The Galleria - Casa Belvedere - 79 Howard Ave, Staten Island, NY. Light refreshments will be served. Get ready for the 500th anniversary of Giovanni da Verrazzano’s exploration of New York Harbor with an immersive journey through time to commemorate the life and enduring legacy of this legendary explorer. Join u...