Back by popular demand, the National Italian American Foundation's (NIAF) Friday evening extravaganza is part of NIAF's 38th Anniversary Gala Weekend. Join us at the Foundation's first-ever Casino night in the atrium of the Ronald Reagan Building. Try your luck at the casino tables and place your bids at our popular live and silent auction table with exclusive auction packages, including a six-night Photo Safari Package, and three-nights in the Pavarotti Suite at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, Italy. Also up for bids are two of Piaggio's chic Vespas to ride around town!

SPONSORS: The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) and Alitalia, the flag carrier and national airline of Italy

WHAT: Besides the action at the casino tables, an open bar, hors d'oeuvre stations and dancing are part of the evening's entertainment. The Casino Night includes a live and silent auction. The renowned Radio King Orchestra will fill the room with music for dancing. Vice President of Alitalia, Salvatore Mancuso, will accept a special award on Alitalia's behalf.

WHERE: The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW - Washington, D.C.

WHEN: Friday, October 25, 2013 - 8 p.m. to midnight

COST: $175 per person all inclusive (members); $200 non-member ticket;
$250 VIP ticket includes access to "High Rollers" area and increased amount of "funny money"

DRESS: Cocktail attire

Source: NIAF