The Passion of Stracci: Pier Paolo Pasolini’s La Ricotta
In this presentation, I will analyze the Passion of Stracci, the poor film extra in Pier Paolo Pasolini's La ricotta. I will focus on his characteristics as homo sacer and point out the visual dynamics of his Passion, in contrast to his counterpart, the cynical director of a mannerist movie on the Crucifixion who observes his death as the subprolet...
Chef at 279 Bar and Grill fuses Italian-American cuisine
BY Kristen Gaydos Executive Chef Jim Guasto of Pittston brought his expertise to the kitchen at 279 Bar and Grill in Plains Township about four months ago. Prior to that post, he honed his culinary skills at the Glenmaura National Golf Club in Moosic. He brings a fresh outlook to Luzerne County's food scene and frequently hosts his fellow...
Italian Families In The Delaware Valley Prepare For Feast Of The 7 Fishes
By Michelle Durham It's a Christmas Eve tradition for thousands in the Delaware Valley, especially those of Italian descent, the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Why seven? What is the meaning behind this treasured tradition? Vice President of Anastasi Seafood, Janet Anastasi-Stechman explains why seven fishes are prepared the night before...
A tribute to Ferrari: Demo day - april 12 at Simeone Foundation
The Simeone Automotive Museum's April 12th Demonstration Day will be a tribute to the most recognized automotive marque in the world: Ferrari. The red cars from Maranello achieved this recognition largely from their success on the racetrack. There will be a talk about the history of Ferrari, and six outstanding examples of the greatest Ferrari rac...
Dinner Dance
The 2014 AIAC Annual Dinner Gala is upon us once again! The annual black-tie event has been the premier AIAC Charitable Event for years with upwards of 1100 people in attendance each year, and 2014 stands to be no different. From the upscale VIP DaVinci Gaming Reception, to the spectacular entertainment, to the silent auction, there truly is someth...
Columbus' travels continue on the way to Marquette Park
by Bob Kalinowski When Zelino Vici opened his barber shop in Nanticoke, the United States president was Franklin Delano Roosevelt, baseball legend Babe Ruth was about to embark on the final year of his Hall of Fame career and canned beer was just hitting the market. Vici charged 25 cents for haircuts and competed against dozens of...
NIAF - Regione Lombardia Global Economic Forum - 9 a.m., Friday, October 24, at Cannon House Office Building
SPONSOR: The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) WHEN: Friday, October 24, 20149 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Cannon House Office BuildingC Street SE, Caucus Room 345Washington, D.C. 20003 WHAT: To open the event, dignitaries from Italy will give an overview of 2015 World Expo in Milano and explore its theme "Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life....
Governor McAuliffe congratulates Luca Paschina on presentation of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today that Luca Paschina, General Manager and winemaker of Barboursville Vineyards, was inducted into the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in recognition of his leadership in the establishment of Barboursville Vineyards as the standard of excellence in Virginia wines. His Excellency Claudio Bisognie...
No more waiting in line – make your passport appointment with just a click of a button! The new on-line appointment system in Philadelphia
by Andrea Canepari - Italian Consul General in Philadelphia Dear Co-nationals, In an attempt to make the passport application process more efficient and to reduce waiting times in the office, the Passport Department of this Consulate General has decided to introduce a new system by which you can make your appointment online&...
John Addeo, Jr. named IAATO 2016 Man of the Year!
The IAATO has the privilege of recognizing a very special individual. Each year, we do our best to single out a member of our association who exemplifies what the Italian American Association of the Township of Ocean truly stands for. That is, brotherhood, volunteerism, and a positive example and concern for our association, italian cultur...
Delco woman turns her passion for Italian cooking into lifeline of purpose and hope
If ever there was a bad year for Newtown Square resident Elisa Costantini, 2013 was it. After the loss of her best friend, sister-in-law, brother and mother-in-law, the year was drawing to a close when her husband of 56 years passed away. Her only son Frank was working in China. He came home for the funeral but then had to return to Shangh...
Famous Luxury Fashion Houses: A Remarkable Family History
When: Tuesday, October 4 2016 from 18:00 to 10:46Where: Intercultural Center Auditorium, Georgetown University, Washington, DCFREE BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - PLEASE REGISTER HERE The Georgetown University Italian Research Institute, in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy, the Italian Cultural Institute, and the...