Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame to honor Admiral Franchetti
Chief of Naval Operations, four-star Admiral Lisa Franchetti will receive the Rhode Island Italian-American Hall of Fame’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award at RIIAHF Honors & A Salute to Sinatra on Saturday, Nov. 2, at The Vets in Providence. The Hall of Fame will also honor physician and author Dr. Edward Iannuccilli and former New England Patriot...
'That's Amore Italian Festival' Returns To Stamford This Weekend
Stamford (CT) will once again celebrate Italian heritage and Columbus Day this weekend at the 5th annual "That's Amore Italian Festival" from Mill River Park. Presented by UNICO Stamford, Blackstone Products, Napoli Foods and the Italian Center of Stamford, the event is free and will take place on Oct. 12 and Oct. 13 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. "This fe...
The Wadsworth acquires important work of 14th-century Italian art
The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art acquired an exceptionally rare 14th-century Italian painting, the Rasini Crucifixion, (c.1350), a foundational work of northern Italian art representing the impact of the new painting style set in motion a decade earlier by Giotto and his disciples—a decisive turning point in European art history. While the pain...
West Haven’s Italian American Of The Year To Be Honored At Regional Festival
The Greater New Haven Italian American Heritage Festival is sailing into West Haven, this year’s host community. The free festival will take place on the city’s historic Green from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 13. The cultural event celebrates the region’s deep-rooted Italian heritage with food trucks, live music, c...
Opera: Training and Performing in Vermont
Being a recipient of the Vermont Italian Cultural Association’s grant opened a great opportunity for my personal growth and an amazing experience for my career as an opera singer. With the generous help of the association I was able to attend the summer program “Classic Lyric Arts of 2024” in Novafeltria, Italy, and spend one month immersed in the...
Tradition grows at third annual Italian Heritage Parade in Worcester (MA)
Hundreds of people gathered in Worcester for the annual Shrewsbury Street Italian Heritage Parade and Festival. Now in its third year, the parade was lead by grand marshal Kevin Marcadante, president of Mercadante Funeral Home. Some may also know him for running the annual Memorial Day veteran flag placement at St. John Cemetery, or his work as com...
33rd annual Taste of Italy celebrates Italian Heritage Month
The Taste of Italy returned to the South End in Springfield. “This…bringing our people together, that’s all that matters to me,” shared Rosemarie Rueli Costa, former Taste of Italy chairperson for 32 years. Each year baystaters from all over come together for homemade Italian meals and pastries while raising funds for Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish....
The Italian Diaspora Through New Cummings Art Exhibit
Located on the first floor of Cummings, Don Porcaro’s art gallery Everybody Knows speaks to the dual-identity of many Italian-Americans, and the recognition of one’s Italian heritage through the medium of marble — a material of great historical and cultural significance in Italy. Porcaro illustrated it best in his artist’s statement, a description...
Solart Inc. Introduces Italian-Designed and Manufactured Solar Panels to the U.S. Market
Solart Inc., a premium provider of solar power solutions, is proud to announce its exclusive partnership with Italian company Invent. As its exclusive U.S. distributor, Solart is committed to offering businesses access to state-of-the art solar energy systems. Solart's Italian-designed and manufactured solar panels are more than just a source of re...
You Can Visit Connecticut’s First Italian Restaurant That Has Been Around For Decades
Craving an authentic Italian meal? One of those hearty meals that leave you happy and full for hours? Fortunately, we can find plenty of Italian restaurants throughout Connecticut. But, if you're also craving a classic experience at a restaurant that's been around for decades, you'll definitely want to add this Italian restaurant in Connecticut to...
Geppetto Review: A Beautifully Casual Dining Experience
Right outside of the Lechmere Station in Cambridge Crossing lies Geppetto, a quaint, Italian-inspired eatery. This dinner-only establishment opened in 2021 and offers high quality Italian food with innovative techniques. Headed by two chefs — Chef Will Gilson covering the cuisine and Chef Brian Mercury as the pastry chef — Geppetto is sure to offer...
Italian American Recollections in Stamford
When: Wed, Oct 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM - Where: Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Rd, Greenwich, CT, 06807 Come hear Kim Harke talk about her book: Italian American Recollections in Stamford, Connecticut, a rich portrayal of Stamford in the 1930s through the 1960s from the experiences of Italian American descendants. Their memories of war, ro...