October 20 (Thursday) 6:00 pm. Meet The Editor-in-Chief of The Florentine in NYC! Thinking about moving to Italy? Curious about life as an expatriate in the gorgeous Renaissance city of Florence? Or do you just want to indulge your senses in an evening celebrating la dolce vita italiana? The National Organization of Italian American Women invites you to meet Helen Farrell, Editor-in-Chief of The Florentine, Florence's English-language news magazine, and the Tuscan Times, the insider's guide to Tuscany.

Join in a conversation with Helen and networking with members over small plates and a guided tasting of Ruffino Wines at Mi Garba, New York City's authentic Tuscan wine bar. Visit www.NOIAW.org to RSVP. Mi Garba - 129 4th Ave, Manhattan. Admission: $20. Contact: Beth Connolly 212-642-2003. bconnolly@noiaw.org