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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE
GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTS New England’s Largest Italian-American Newspaper Email: newspaper@osiama.org • Website: www.osiama.org
VOL. LXXXIX - NO. 3
JULY / SEPTEMBER 2014
(ISSN 0038-1446)
2014 October Italian Heritage Month OCTOBER ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH COMMITTEE Cav. James DiStefano, President Dr. John Christoforo, Chairman of the Board Salvatore Bramante, Vice-President Fiscal Affairs Marisa Di Pietro, Recording Secretary Dr. Spencer DiScala, Historian Dr. Stephen F. Maio, Director of Education Cav. Kevin Caira, Immediate Past President Nicola Orichuia, Director/Public Relations Richard C. Bardi, President Justinian Law Society, Director
America in History Landing of Columbus Designs created & implemented by Constantino Brumidi (1805-1880), the Michelangelo of the United States Capitol
Nicola DeSantis, Consul General, Honorary Chairman
Carmelita Bello, President Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, OSIA, Director Anthony Cassano, President Dante Alighieri Society, Director Rosario Cascio, President Pirandello Lyceum, Director M. Gioconda Motta, President C.A.S.IT., Director Maurizio Pasquale, President COMITES, Director Anna Quadri, President Federation of Italian Associations of N.E., Director Hon. Peter W. Agnes, Jr., Chairman Emeritus, Co-Founder Hon. Joseph V. Ferrino, Ret., Chairman Emeritus, Co-Founder Comm. Lino Rullo, President Emeritus, Co-Founder
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GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTS
100th Annual State Convention Highlights by Michelle DiPlacido
Some OSIA memorabilia shown at Convention.
State President Carmelita Bello being escorted by John Bagen and Rosemarie Connell.
On Saturday, June 21, 2014, officers and delegates gathered at the Burlington Marriott in Burlington, Massachusetts for the 100th Annual State Convention. State First Vice President Antonio Sestito greeted delegates and acknowledged the members of the State Council, Benefit Insurance Commission, Chairmen of Permanent Commissions, National Officers, and State President Carmelita Bello as they filed into the hall. State President Carmelita Bello was handed the gavel and called upon Chairman Barbara DeStefano to give a preliminary report of the Credentials and Registration Committee. Sister DeStefano reported that 156 delegates were registered out of 184 authorized. There being a quorum, the officers donned their regalia and the first session of the 100th Annual State
Convention was declared officially opened. State First Vice President Antonio Sestito read the Principles of the Order, and the colors were presented by the assigned flag bearers. The National Anthems of Italy and America were sung by Benefit Insurance Commissioner Ross Zagami, and the entire delegation recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The colors were posted and State Chaplain Reverend Father Gregory Mercurio delivered the invocation, asking all delegates to keep in mind the fraternity on which our Order is based. State President Carmelita Bello dedicated the convention in memory of our departed members. State Recording Secretary Marie Jackson was asked to read communications from various lodges and to note any
corrections in the schedule or Convention book. The delegation voted to accept the reports of the State President (with the exception of her proposals), the State officers (with the exception of the proposals of the State Orator), and the Chairmen of Permanent Commissions, with the exception of the Budget and Judiciary Commissions. The Committee on Budget and Finance and Committee on Laws broke out into sessions at 10:15. In the general session, Author Anthony Sammarco gave a slide show presentation to demonstrate the kinds of photos that will go into the 100th Anniversary pictorial history book that the Historical Commission is working on. He reiterated a request that Lodges send in photos for this book. State First Vice President Antonio Sestito spoke on behalf
of the Organization and Education Commission and asked Lodges to contact him if they have questions. State Second Vice President Ron Hill spoke on behalf of the Membership Commission and distributed a packet on membership retention and recruitment guidelines and recommendations. Charity Commission Chairman Carol Rossi presented a new initiative from the Commission to send “get well,” sympathy, and “thinking of you” cards to Lodge members in need. Benefit Insurance Commissioner Ross Zagami spoke on the many different kinds of policies and services the Commission offers, and encouraged delegates to remind Lodge members that confidential services are available to all members. 100th Anniversary Gala CoChairman Margaret Olivieri reminded the delegation that
tickets are available to the Gala on October 4th, and that more information would be forthcoming about hotel and transportation arrangements. Pot of Gold Co-Chairman Rudy Viscomi reported that any sold tickets should be turned in, and that he has unsold tickets if anyone would like to purchase one. He reminded the delegation that the prizes are determined by the number of tickets sold. Executive Director Paul Guida reminded Lodges that it is very important to file their annual Form 990-N information return to the IRS. He reminded the lodges that have lost their nonprofit status to complete the reinstatement process, if they haven’t already done so, and to send a copy of their favorable determination letter to the Grand Lodge so it could be (Continued on Page 2)
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SONS of ITALY NEWS Pamela Donnaruma, Editor Dom Campochiaro, Photographer
NO. 3 - JULY / SEPTEMBER 2014 89TH YEAR OF PUBLICATION The Sons of Italy News (ISSN 0038-1446) is published quarterly by the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America, a fraternal non-profit organization with offices at 93 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478. Phone (617) 489-5234. All manuscripts, photos, art work and editorial material should be type written and mailed to: Editor, Sons of Italy News - 93 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478. Photo and copy will be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed envelope and return postage. Closing date for publication is February 10, May 10, August 10, November 10. Photos should be clear and sharp and people must be identified on a separate sheet. Direct all subscription correspondence, orders, change of addresses, etc., to Sons of Italy News, Subscription Dept., 93 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478. Subscription price is $2.00 per year. When changing address, please allow six weeks advance notice. Send old address (clip address from past issue) along with new address. Please include lodge name and zip code. Periodical postage paid at Boston, MA, and additional mailing offices. Postmaster, address corrections requested — send to Sons of Italy News, 93 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478. STATE COUNCIL CARMELITA BELLO State President ANTONIO SESTITO State First Vice President RONALD HILL State Second Vice President JAMES DI STEFANO Immediate Past President DENISE FURNARI State Orator MARIE JACKSON State Recording Secretary MARGARET OLIVIERI State Financial Secretary DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO State Treasurer
STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT 1 STEPHEN COZZAGLIO
STATE PAST PRESIDENTS FLORENCE FERULLO KANE KEVIN A. CAIRA JOSEPH A. RUSSO PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ. CHARLES H. PERENICK
AT-LARGE JOHN ARGIRO MARISA RANALLI RODOLFO VISCOMI
DISTRICT 2 MARY ANN BELLO DISTRICT 3 CHARLES DE STEFANO DISTRICT 4 RICHARD MATLAK DISTRICT 5 MARISSA SESTITO DISTRICT 6 JOHN SAVASTANO DISTRICT 7 LARRY GIORDANO
STATE CHAPLAIN REVEREND GREGORY MERCURIO BENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION ANTHONY J. PANAGGIO JR., President MARJORIE CAHN, Treasurer PAUL DI BONA, Secretary COMMISSIONERS JOSEPH BONCORE, ESQ. - DAVID COVUCCI - BRIAN MC NAMARA MARK MOBILIO - VINCENT PERRI - ROSS ZAGAMI CHAIRMEN OF PERMANENT COMMISSIONS BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION ARTHUR BENNETT CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL TRUST ANGELO ROSSI CHARITY COMMISSION CAROL ROSSI HISTORICAL COMMISSION THERESA FARINA ITALIAN CULTURE COMMISSION JOAN D’ARGENIS
MAGAZINE COMMISSION PAMELA DONNARUMA MEMBERSHIP COMMISSION RON HILL ORGANIZATION AND EDUCATION COMMISSION ANTONIO SESTITO PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMISSION MICHELLE DI PLACIDO SCHOLARSHIP COMMISSION DONNA GIULIANI COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE ALBERT DE NAPOLI, ESQ.
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SPORTS COMMISSION STEVEN CEDRONE
JUNIOR DIVISION COMMISSION STATE DEPUTY CHARLES DE STEFANO MARY COOPER NATIONAL OFFICERS JOSEPH A. RUSSO, National First Vice President JAMES DI STEFANO, National Recording Secretary ANTHONY J. PANAGGIO JR., National Historian FLORENCE FERULLO KANE, National Trustee PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ., National Past President ALBERT DE NAPOLI, ESQ., National Foundation Trustee PHILIP PRIVITERA, ESQ., National Foundation Trustee
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The
President’s
Message
from Carmelita Bello
Dear Brothers and Sisters: I hope you all had a wonderful summer with your families and friends. The Grand Lodge officers, committees, and staff are preparing for the 100th anniversary of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts on October 4 at Demetri’s in Foxboro. This celebration commemorates the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices that the founders and early members of this Order endured to create the organization at a time when Italian immigrants needed a community that embraced them and helped them. Over the years our organization has changed as the needs of the community changed. We have developed from an organization that offers support to members, to one that offers support through scholarships, donations, and working within the local communities. We still strive to preserve Italian customs, heritage, and language.
Come and celebrate with us, bring your family, and show everyone what the Sons of Italy is all about. On September 21, the Grand Lodge bocce tournament will be held at the Watertown Sons of Italy. The tournament is always a fun event. Even if you’re not able to play, come and see the action. October is Italian Heritage Month and this is how we do it: On October 1 at 6:00 pm at the Massachusetts State House there is a free reception open to our members celebrating the beginning of Italian Heritage Month. The Italian Heritage Golf Classic will be held on Friday, October 3 at the Merrimack Valley Golf Club. As I previously mentioned, the 100th Anniversary Gala is on October 4 at Demetri’s Function Facility in Foxboro. The Grand Lodge invites all Lodges and members to march with us in the East Bos-
ton Columbus Day Parade on Sunday, October 12. Many of our local lodges also have celebrations planned, so check our website at www. osiama.org for full details on all local and Grand Lodge events. Remember that we’re in this Order to work together to keep our traditions alive. This October, show your Italian pride. Bring your children, grandchildren, friends, and family to a local Columbus Day parade, or an event held by your lodge or one nearby. Take this time during Italian heritage month to share your family history, bring out the old photos, and connect where you are today with where you came from. Let’s celebrate our Italian heritage. I look forward to seeing you at one of these events. Viva Columbus and Italian Heritage Month. Fraternally, Carmelita Bello State President
Cari Fratelli e Sorelle: Mi auguro che abbiate tutti trascorso una piacevole estate in famiglia, e con amici. I dirigenti della Gran Loggia, delle Commissioni e loro membri, sono al lavoro in preparazione della festa centennale della Gran Loggia del Massachusetts il prossimo 4 Ottobre, da ‘Demetrio’s’, a Foxboro. Con questa celebrazione festeggiamo l’arduo lavoro, la dedizione e di sacrifici a cui furono soggetti i fondatori e di primi membri di quest’Ordine per creare l’organizzazione in un periodo quando gli immigranti italiani avevano bisogno di una comunita’ che li accogliesse e li aiutasse. Quest’anno la nostra organizzazione e’ cambiata in relazione ai cambiamenti in se no alla comunita’. Da una organizzazione che aiuta i membri abbiamo sviluppato una che concede aiuto mediante borse di studio, offerte e d’attivita’ nell’ambito della locale comunita’. Noi faccia mo ogni sforzo per preservare i costumi italiani, il retaggio culturale e la lingua. Venite a (questa) festa e
celebrate con noi e con la vostra famiglia, e mostrate a tutti cosa sono realmente I Figli d’Italia. Il 21 Settembre avra’ luogo il torneo di bocce della Gran Loggia alla loggia di Watertown. Questo torneo e’ sempre un evento divertente. Anche se non siete in grado di parteciparvi venite lo stesso per godervi la giornata. Il mese di Ottobre e’ quando celebriamo il mese della cultura Italiana che consiste: il primo Ottobre, alle ore 18, al palazzo del Governo, a Boston, ci sara’ un ricevimento gratis aperto a tutti i membri nostri, iniziando le celebrazioni del mese del retaggio culturale Italiano; il 3 Ottobre, al Merrimack Valley Golf Club avra’ luogo il Torneo Classico dedicato al nostro retaggio culturale. Come indicatosopra, il Centennale di Gala avra’ luogo da “Demetrio’s”. La Gran Loggia sollecita tutte le logge, ed i loro membri, a partecipare alla sfilata del Giorno di Colombo Domenica, 12 Ottobre, ad East Boston. Molte delle logge locali hanno
pianificato le loro celebrazioni Colombiane. Consultate il nostro sito Web (www.osiama.org) per dettagli sugli eventi locali e della Gran Loggia. E’ bene tenere in mente che siamo tutti membri di quest’Ordine, per aiutarci l’un con l’altro, per tenere vive le nostre tradizioni. Quest’Ottobre manifestate il vostro orgoglio Italiano. Portate le vostre famiglie intere, ed i vostri amici, ad una delle sfilate Colombiane, o ad un evento organizzato dalla vostra loggia, o da un’altra limitrofa. Durante questo evento celebrativo della cultura Italiana cercate di condividere la vostra storia mostrando vecchie foto, e riflettete sul progresso raggiunto oggi rispetto al passato. Celebriamo questo retaggio cultural Italiano. Sono ansiosa di incontrarvi tutti ad uno degli eventi. Viva Colombo ed il mese della cultura Italiana che celebriamo. Fraternamente, Carmelita Bello Presidente Statale
100 th Annual State Convention Highlights (Continued from Page 1) forwarded to the National office. Credential and Registration Committee Chairman Barbara DeStefano reported that the final registration numbers included 158 registered delegates out of 184 authorized, and 28 guests. Once everyone had rejoined the main session, Alpha Paradella gave a presentation on the Casa Monte Cassino, one of the Grand Lodge’s charities, and representatives from the Massachusetts Special Olympics talked about some of their programs. Chairman of the Charitable and Educational Trust Angelo Rossi spoke on charity donations and then accepted donations from the filial lodges. The Chairman of the Bud-
get and Finance Commission, Arthur Bennett, presented the report of the Committee on Budget and Finance, which included the 2015 budget. After much discussion, the delegation passed the 2015 budget as it was presented. The Chairman of the Committee on Laws, State Orator Denise Furnari, reported on the recommendations of the committee on the proposals submitted at this convention. Proposal # 1, submitted by the Venezia Lodge #374 of Rockland, suggested a change to the number of delegates a Lodge is required to send to each convention, as well as a change to the fine assessed for absent delegates. The committee recommended rejec-
tion of this proposal, and the delegation accepted their recommendation. State Orator Denise Furnari submitted six proposals for consideration. The first sought to change the wording regarding the fine for absent delegates at a state convention. The committee recommended approval, with a small amendment, and the delegation accepted their recommendation. The second proposal aimed to change the number of issues of the Sons of Italy News from six to four, to be consistent with the funding provided in the 2014 budget. The committee recommended rejection of the proposal, and (Continued on Page 3)
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the delegation accepted their recommendation. The remaining four proposals sought to change the wording of bylaws related to Social Members in order to bring the wording up-to-date with changes already made at the previous National Convention. The committee recommended acceptance of each proposal, and the delegation accepted their recommendation. State President Carmelita Bello submitted four proposals for consideration. The first proposal requested a change in the bylaw regarding the State President’s Testimonial to remove the mandate that one must be held for every state president. The committee recommended rejection of the proposal, and the delegation approved their recommendation. The second proposal aimed to add a bylaw requiring the State Council to set and approve
reimbursements for state officers, the Benefit Insurance Commission, and Chairmen of Permanent Commissions. The committee voted to table the proposal. The third proposal sought to streamline the number of members required for each permanent commission to be more in-line with current membership numbers. The committee
recommended acceptance of the proposal with one amendment (to remove a maximum restriction). The delegation approved their recommendation. The fourth proposal concerned the election process and term limits for Benefit Insurance Commission members. The committee recommended rejection of the proposal, and after a vote by secret ballot, the delegation approved their recommendation by a vote of 106 to 30. State First Vice President Antonio Sestito spoke about the selection of a site for the 2015 State Convention, and reported that after considering several options, the recommendation of the site committee was the Hyannis Resort and Conference Center. He played an informational video for the delegation, and the delegation approved the recommendation. After the Welfare of the Order, the Pot of Gold prizes were drawn before everyone made the trip back home. The Grand Lodge and State Council would like to thank everyone who helped make the Convention move so smoothly.
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Joseph Boncore, Esq. Appointed President of the National Commission for Social Justice This past June, Joseph A. Boncore, Esq. of Winthrop was appointed by the Supreme Council as the President of the National Commission for Social Justice (CSJ). Boncore, who has been the President of Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 since 2009, accepted this prestigious honor to lead the CSJ in its efforts to fight the stereotyping of Italian Americans by the entertainment, advertising, and media industries. “I look forward to leading the Commission for Social Justice, the antidefamation arm of the Order Sons of Italy in America, the biggest and oldest national organization for men and women of Italian descent in the United States,” Boncore said. Founded in 1979, the CSJ also collaborates with other groups to ensure that people of all races, religions, and cultures are treated with dignity and respect. The CSJ monitors the entertainment, advertising, and news industries, contacts offending parties, and alerts
other Italian American organizations, e-mail networks, and concerned individuals to the problem so that they too can take action. Through its Positive Image Program, the CSJ regularly informs the media and general public about Italian American achievements, contributions, history, and culture. The CSJ conducts research, produces studies, teaching tools, pamphlets, exhibits, and other materials on the achievements and contributions of Italian Americans. The CSJ also conducts campaigns at both the community and the national levels that support cultural and social issues of importance to Italian Americans, such as legislation, commemorative stamps, Columbus Day, and Heritage Month. To achieve its objectives, the CSJ engages in community and government relations as well as in grassroots campaigns and fundraising efforts.
LODGE NEWS Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411
JULY / SEPTEMBER 2014
Junior Division Commission Family Outing by Charlie DeStefano
Larry Lavagna and Charlie DeStefano grilling up a delicious lunch. On Saturday, July 12, 2014 the Junior Division Commission hosted a Family Outing at Salisbury Beach State Reservation. There were over 80 Junior and Senior Lodge members, family, and friends in attendance. Early morning arrivals to the Outing were treated to coffee, muffins, and munchkins for their enjoyment, and at 1:00 P.M. a lunch was served consisting of grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, potato chips, watermelon, soda and water. The weather was beautiful for the outing and many people enjoyed sun bathing at the beach, playing at the playground, while others enjoyed just sitting in the shade conversing. Guests brought snacks that were shared with everyone. Overall, it was an enjoyable day for everyone who made the trip.
Awards Scholarships to Local Graduates by Janet Pecorari
Barbara DeStefano and Sally Radomski helping serve food to hungry guests.
(L-R): Scholarship recipients Kyle Collins, Linsey Malia, Kathryn Lentoni, Lucia Cavacini, Jacqueline Barr, Victoria Wilder, and Jessica Williams. (Not pictured: Timothy Lonergan) During the June 9, 2014 meeting of the Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411, members gathered to present eight deserving high school graduates with scholarships; four awarded by the Lodge and its members, and four memorial scholarships awarded by families in memory of their departed loved ones. Lodge members host fundraising events throughout the year, such as Wednesday pasta nights, porchetta dinners, and other profit generating social dances and festive occasions with proceeds used to make these scholarships possible. The four recipients of the Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411 scholarships are: Timothy Lonergan, Kyle Collins, Linsey Malia, and Jacqueline Barr. Lucia Cavacini was awarded the Faustino Piccioli Memorial Scholarship, presented by Faustino’s wife Milly and daughter Diane Piccioli. Faustino “Tino” Piccioli joined the Lodge in 1994. He held many offices, including those of Guard and Financial Secretary for the Board of Directors for many years. A valued mentor, Tino was also a skilled bocce player. Upon his passing, lodge members contributed towards the first memorial scholarship and his family will work to raise funds to annually award this scholarship. Kathryn Lentoni is the recipient of the Francis Cristofori Memorial Scholarship which was
awarded by Lodge President Marisa Pilette. Fran passed February 3, 2011. “Friendly Fran, the Pasta Man” was the manager of the lodge’s Wednesday pasta nights for many years. When turning over management to Lodge brother Francis “Benny” Polagruto, Fran continued serving as host and greeter, often seen dancing with small children as the volunteer accordion entertained dinner guests. Fran was a long serving member and recipient of the Golden Lion of the Year Award. A scholarship recipient himself, Fran graduated from Northeastern University after returning from serving as a pilot during WWII. Jessica Williams was presented with the Anna Massa Memorial Scholarship by Anna’s husband, Robert Massa. Robert Massa and the Lodge lost Anna on April 1, 2012. A woman of beauty and grace, Anna joined the Order in 2004 and worked tirelessly alongside members planning and attending fund raising events and dances. She was most generous with her time and energies to promote the Lodge and was a skilled bocce player. Victoria Wilder received the Pearl Oliva Memorial Scholarship. Pearl Oliva Cristofori joined the lodge in May 1999, and passed on October 10, 2013. She was married for twelve years to the love of her life, Francis J. Cristofori, who preceded her in death. She hosted the Guido Oliva Italian hour, a Sunday morning radio program and the longest running Italian themed program in the US.
Mark Mobilio, Mary Ann Bello, and Susan Mobilio.
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Tewksbury Lodge #2872 Hosts Pizza Warz by Chris Parrella
(L-R): Barbara Parrella, Mary Iannuzzo, Paula Coppola, and Lodge Chairman of the Pizza Warz event Joel Vice President Debbie Deputat. Deputat.
Ralph Carbone and Anthony Ippolito.
On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, the Tewksbury Lodge #2872 held its second successful Pizza Warz to raise funds for the Lodge’s charitable programs. About 400 people attended the event, held at the Tewksbury Country Club, where they could sample a variety of pizzas provided by eight local vendors and then cast votes for their favorites.
Linda Aiello, Lodge President George Iannuzzo, Robert Soldani, Charles Coppola, Paula Coppola, and Mary Iannuzzo.
(L-R): Tony Tedesco, Lodge President George Iannuzzo, Andover Selectman Alex Vispoli, and Chris Parrella.
(L-R): Front: Kathleen Anderson, Joan Tashjian, and Rosemarie Tedesco. Back: Malcolm Anderson and Tony Tedesco.
Attendees fill the Tewksbury Country Club as they participate in the second Pizza Warz event.
Tewksbury Lodge #2872 Hosts an Afternoon with Galileo by Chris Parrella On May 24, 2014, Tewksbury Lodge #2872 and the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library co-sponsored “An Afternoon with Galileo Galilei,” the father of modern science. In the program, titled “Galileo: The Starry Messenger,” Michael Francis, portraying the 17th century professor at the University of Pisa, told Galileo’s story in a dramatic and fun-filled fashion, describing how he made many discoveries in the fields of astronomy, mathematics, physics, and philosophy. He also described how he invented the first refracting telescope and used it to observe the stars, the moon, and other planets and their moons. In addition, the telescope allowed him to prove Copernicus’s theory that the Earth and other planets in the solar system revolved around the sun, and not the other way around. (L-R): Charles Coppola, Michael Francis as Professor Galileo Galilei, Paula Coppola, and Chris Parrella. (Photo by Chris Parrella)
(Photos by Chris Parrella)
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Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183 Scholarship Night
Granite State Lodge #2380 Scholarship Awards
by Michele Caira Nortonen
by Michael Dello Iacono The first annual Granite State Lodge #2380 scholarship fundraiser dinner was held on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at St. Mary’s Church in conjunction with the Marion Society. On Sunday, June 29, 2014 the scholarship award was presented to Lauren Foster, a third year student attending Merrimac College. The award was given by Lodge President Michael Dello Iacono, Helen Poisson of the Marion Society, and Reverend Fr. Dan Sinaboldi. Our best wishes and congratulations go to Lauren Foster.
(L-R): Scholarship recipients Corey Stillings, Marina Otis, Brianna Fruciano, and Shianne Carmona, Scholarship Chairman Jennifer Bolanos, and Lodge President Aldo Caira Jr. At its June meeting, the members of the Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183 of Wilmington honored six graduating high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships, as well as with membership in the lodge for four years. Corey Stillings, who plans to attend Western New England University and double major in Finance and Accounting, received the Laura Caira Award. Marina Otis, the recipient of the Fr. Francis Mackin Memorial Award, will attend the University of Rhode Island in the fall to study Nutrition. Brianna Fruciano received the Past Presidents’ Award. Her plans are to attend Johnson and Wales University to study Hotel Management. The Christopher S. DiCecca Memorial Award was presented to Shianne Carmona, who will attend Boston Architectural College. Nicholas Troy received the Gerald Esposito Memorial Award. After attending the Citadel, he will serve our country in the military. The Sons of Italy Memorial Award was given to Kory McGilvray, who will attend Westfield
(L-R): Marion Society representative Helen Poisson, Reverend Fr. Dan Sinaboldi, and Lodge President Michael Dello Iacono.
(L-R): Laura Caira, a founder of the Wilmington Lodge; Corey Stillings, recipient of the scholarship bearing Laura Caira’s name, and Jennifer Bolanos, Scholarship Chairman. (Photos by Lennie Malvone) State College. In addition to these awards, member Leonard Malvone presented a personal scholarship in memory of his late wife, Rosemary, to Celina Calo, who will pursue a degree in nursing. For the third consecutive year, the Lodge also awarded a
$2,000 scholarship to a member pursuing graduate studies. Susie Schainost will work toward an advanced degree at CUNY School of Professional Studies. The members of the Lodge salute these fine scholars and wish them every success in academia and beyond. (L-R): Scholarship recipient Lauren Foster, Reverend Fr. Dan Sinaboldi, Lodge President Michael Dello Iacono, and Marion Society representative Helen Poisson.
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ITALIAN CUISINE MASTER CLASSES — Program and Menu – Fall 2014 — Dante Alighieri Society, 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA Discover your inner chef and Italy’s incredibly diverse culinary landscape to create your own three-course masterpiece! Six classes introduce the distinct and exciting cuisines of six Italian regions. Each class lasts 4 hours. You will cook in a newly-equipped kitchen at the Dante Alighieri Society in Kendall Square, Cambridge, and enjoy your meal in intimate and beautiful surroundings. Each 1-day class is $90 for individual students. Couples discount at 50% for second couple member. If you want it all, it is only $430 for the complete six-class course. All menus include an appetizer, one or two entrées, and/or dessert. A wine pairing with the food will also be provided! For more information, visit Chef Angelo Guida’s website at www.angelochef.com. Offered by UMass Boston, College of Advancing and Professional Studies in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts. Classes meet on Wednesday or Thursday nights from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM on the following days: Region Campania – October 1 or 2, 2014 Region Liguria – October 15 or 16, 2014 Region Puglia – October 23, 2014 (One class only) Region Veneto – October 29 or 30, 2014 Region Piemonte – November 5 or 6, 2014 To register for cooking classes visit web page www.dantemass.org and click on Events Tab/Cooking Classes Wednesdays
ITALIAN HERITAGE FILM SERIES October 1 – La Strada (1954, 108 minutes, not rated) October 8 – Reality (2013, 123 minutes, rated R) October 15 – The Great Beauty (2014, 141 minutes, not rated) October 22 – Caesar Must Die (2013, 76 minutes, not rated) October 29 – The Best Offer (2014, 131 minutes, rated R) SPONSOR: The Friends of the West End Branch Library LOCATION: West End Branch of the Boston Public Library. CONTACT: 617-523-3957, www.bpl.org.
Now through October 25
MEMBERS GALLERY EXHIBIT — Tony DeMarco at the Boston Garden. Photographic images of Tony DeMarco’s many boxing matches at the old Boston Garden. West End Museum hours: Tuesday – Friday 12:00-5:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Reception: Saturday, October 4, 2014 @ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Now through March 20, 2015
CASIT ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH CONTEST. Contest rules will be distributed to all teachers of Italian in the Boston consular district in October. Contest entries are due Friday, March 20, 2015 and prizes will be awarded at the Festa della Repubblica celebration at Christopher Columbus Park, Boston, in June 2015. CASIT is sponsoring a contest for Italian students through grade 12. Students will prepare written and oral projects that expand their exposure to Italian culture and broaden their knowledge of the Italian language. Cash prizes will be awarded to the best work in elementary, middle school, high school and advanced placement categories. Refreshments will be served. SPONSOR: CASIT (Centro Attivita Scolastiche Italiane). COORDINATOR: Katherine Lopez Natale at klnatale@casit.org.
Sunday, September 28
AUGUSTA BOSTON CLUB CULTURAL COMMITTEE AWARDS LUNCHEON. 12 Noon to 4:00 PM. High Achievement Award and Recognition Awards will be presented to deserving recipients and scholarships will be awarded to qualified students going to college. Multi-course Italian meal. $35 per person (children 6-12 $17 per child). RSVP by September 20, 2014. SPONSOR: Augusta Boston Club LOCATION: Anthony’s of Malden, 105 Canal St., Malden, MA COORDINATORS: Salvatore Bramante, Chairman, 781-393-9820; A. Costa 603-508-6432; V. Gabriello 781-395-9885; G. Lanzerotta 603-437-0055; S. Magro 617-653-0334; J. Morello 978-455-9596
Wednesday, October 1
THE SUNNY SKIES OF ITALY - From “O Sole Mio” to “Funiculi” to “Volare” performed by Soprano Ruth Harcovitz.10:30 AM. Soprano Ruth Harcovitz with a clear, scintillating voice gives joy and warm personality everywhere she performs. She is bound to please you! Free concert preceded by a Breakfast Buffet at 9:45 AM Donation $2.00. Refreshments will be served. SPONSOR: Woburn Senior Center LOCATION: 144 School Street, Woburn, MA CONTACT: Senior Center 781-897-5963
Wednesday, October 1
THE ANNUAL KICK-OFF EVENT. 6:00 PM–10:00 PM. This year the Annual Kick-off will be held at the House Chamber, 3rd Floor of the State House. Coro Dante will be performing the American and Italian anthems and other musical selections. Attend with friends and family and show your support for October Italian-American Heritage Month! A proclamation by Governor Deval Patrick will be read. Honored Guest: Consul General of Italy Nicola De Santis. A wonderful program has been planned, so please join us! Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. LOCATION: House Chamber, 3rd Floor, State House, Boston, MA COORDINATORS: Chairman Dr. John Christoforo 781-648-5678, James DiStefano 617-909-5403, Lino Rullo 781-862-1633, Hon. Joseph Ferrino, Ret., 617-569-2110, Hon. Peter Agnes
Fri-Sun October 3-5
89TH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH’S FEAST. Hanover Street, Boston’s North End, Friday, October 3rd join San Giuseppe Society on Hanover Street for an evening of friends. Special presentation will be made to John Romano. Saturday, October 4th in the Prado: 10:00 AM Blessing of St. Joseph - Procession. Join us for a Family Day of entertainment with Street Magic, Ray Cavicchio and his Orchestra, Frank Zarba, Cecilia Colucci, Gian Faraone, NEMPAC Singers. Fun for the children ... Free face painting, Balloons, Sand Bracelets, Pumpkin Painting and much more. 6 PM to 11 PM: Join us at St. Joesph’s Society’s Sidewalk Cafe - Music by Ray Cavicchio. Sunday, October 5th, Mass at 11:00 AM at St. Stephen’s Church; 1:00 PM St. Joseph Procession thru the Streets of the North End with Marching Bands.
Friday, October 3
5TH ANNUAL ITALIAN HERITAGE GOLF CLASSIC. 8:30 A.M. 18 Hole Best Ball Scramble Format Tournament. Includes: Continental breakfast, breakfast sandwich at the turn, green fees, golf cart, gift, contests on course, raffle table, silent auction, prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. Buffet lunch at conclusion. Donation: $125 per player. SPONSORS: Italian Heritage Month Committee, Wilmington Sons of Italy and Grand Lodge of Massachusetts OSIA LOCATION: Merrimack Valley Golf Club, 210 Howe Street, Methuen, MA COORDINATOR: Kevin Caira 978-657-7734
Saturday, October 4
NORTH END MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER ITALIAN OPERA CONCERT ON THE PRADO WITH THE ST. JOSEPH’S FEAST CELEBRATION. Noon to 6:00 PM. Six singers will be featured on stage who will warm your hearts and bring joyous comedic scenes to Boston’s Little Italy. The St. Joseph’s Feast has changed their usual festival to create a community, family celebration this year in the Prado — drawing out attention to Italian Heritage Month as well. NEMPAC is proud to be a part of such a wonderful community celebration. Free Admission. SPONSORS: NEMPAC and St. Joseph Feast LOCATION: Hanover Street, Paul Revere Mall (Prado), North End, Boston, MA COORDINATORS: Sherri Snow, Executive Director ssnow@nempacboston.org, Rebecca Rapoport-Cole, Private Music Instruction Coordinator rrc@nempacboston.org
Saturday, October 4
100TH ANNIVERSARY GALA. 6:00 PM. A celebration of 100 years of charitable giving, community involvement, and promoting Italian culture in Massachusetts and beyond. Sit-down dinner. $100.00. SPONSOR: Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, OSIA LOCATION: Demetri’s Function Facility, 2 Washington Street, Route 1, Foxboro, MA COORDINATOR: Paul Guida 617-489-5234, pguida@osiama.org
Saturday, October 4
MUSIC PERFORMANCE — The Pillars: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Boston’s latest Italy-inspired musical project will kick-off the West End Museum’s fifth annual celebration of Italian Heritage Month. Headed by Milan-native singer-songwriter Cristina Vaira along with guitarist Alejandro Ramirez Cisneros, the Pillars blend their Italian and Mexican heritages with the American culture and incredible international environment they’ve encountered as students at Berklee College of Music. The project’s mission is to create musical and filmic content that uplift people’s lives, based on the proverb: “If you want to go fast go alone, but if you want to go far go together.” Their music is a mix of original songs and original arrangements in the style of Pop, Soul, Funk, Jazz, R&B and Latin. $10 donation / $5 members. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Saturday, October 4
MISS/MR EAST BOSTON COLUMBUS DAY PAGENT. 12:00 Noon. Light Refreshments. Pageant to select a Miss & Mr. East Boston for Columbus Day Parade. SPONSOR: Columbus Day Parade Committee LOCATION: Topsider Room, Suffolk Downs, 111 Waldermar Ave, East Boston, MA 02128 COORDINATOR: Buddy Mangini 857-615-2549
Sunday, October 5
HERITAGE LUNCHEON AND 45’s TOURNAMENT. 12:30 PM. We will be holding a large, public 45’s tournament, accompanied by a full Italian meal in honor of Italian Heritage Month. Tournament is Bring Your Own Partner. Please join us as we celebrate our mutual heritage, and our family of friends. Contact our Lodge at 978-372-1509 for details. $20 per person. SPONSOR: Victor Emanuel Lodge #1646 (Haverhill), OSIA LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 124 Washington Street, Haverhill, MA COORDINATOR: Nicholas Thomson 978-766-3234, MisterNicholasT@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 7
WEST END MUSEUM ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH HONOREE NIGHT. 7:00 PM. Honoring current and former West Enders of Italian heritage who have contributed to preserving the culture of the West End and its rich immigrant history. This years’ honorees: Joseph Caruso (posthumously d.March 5, 2008) and Theresa Raso. Joseph Caruso, was an activist who worked to save the West End during urban renewal in the late 1950s. He was born in Italy and moved to the West End with his family when he was 7. When the city decided to raze the neighborhood, Mr. Caruso made the area’s preservation his goal. With five of his friends, Mr. Caruso, who lived with his family on Green Street above a fish market, started a committee to save the West End and turned a store on Staniford Street into the committee headquarters. The committee sent out fliers to rally residents. Herbert Gans, a professor at Columbia University and author of the Urban Villagers said: “This was a time when local neighborhood activism was unknown. They [the committee] labored bravely.” In the 1980s Mr. Caruso continued working to preserve West End history by helping Jim Campano establish a West End newsletter. Theresa Raso grew up in South Boston and married former West Ender Vincent Raso in 1961. They lived in Acton for most of their marriage raising 4 boys. Theresa taught school in Cambridge and later worked as an accountant while raising a family. In 1996, after her children had grown up, she and her husband Vinnie moved to Whittier Place in the West End. Immediately she got involved with St. Joseph’s Church and also volunteered with Neighborhood Action (now Oasis) to help feed the homeless. A few years later she put her accounting skills to work as longtime treasurer of both the West End Civic Association and the West End Community Center; Theresa is also one of the founders and organizers of the West End Children’s Festival. Free refreshments served. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Tuesday, October 7
MUSIC PERFORMANCE — From Russia to Italy. 7:30 PM. North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) welcomes musicians, Italian Cellist Dr. Francesco Mastromatteo and Boston University Pianist, Dr. Christina Wright-Ivanova, to the North End of Boston for this special performance in celebration of Italian Heritage Month. Dr. Mastromatteo joins us from Lucera, Italy where he is the artistic director of The Concert Society “Amici della Musica G. Paisiello” of Lucera (Foggia) which was founded in 1984 to divulgate classical music, to promote young musical talents, particularly from Puglia, and to open the city of Lucera to an international artistic landscape. http://www.amicimusicapaisiello.com/. The concert is free and open to the public. Suggested donation is $10-15. SPONSOR: North End Music and Performing Arts Center LOCATION: St. Stephen’s Church, 401 Hanover Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Sherri Snow, Executive Director ssnow@nempacboston.org
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Wednesday, October 8
SPAGHETTI LUNCHEON. 11:00 AM. Spaghetti Luncheon SPONSOR: Columbus Day Parade Committee LOCATION: Spinellis, Day Square, 292 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Buddy Mangini 857-615-2549
Wednesday, October 8
LECTURE / SLIDE PRESENTATION AND BOOK TALK — Carmela Cattutti’s novel Between the Cracks: One Woman’s Journey from Sicily to America. 6:00 PM. Carmela Cattutti’s novel Between the Cracks: One Woman’s Journey from Sicily to America is a fascinating look at the life of her great aunt, who emigrated to America from Sicily in the 1920’s. Ms. Catutti presents, in her lecture, the history and turmoil experienced by her aunt and thousands of other Sicilians when in 1908 Mt. Etna erupted and devastated Messina, Sicily. Join Angela Lanza, the main character of Cattutti’s novel, as she experiences the tumultuous world of early 20th century Sicily and New York. SPONSOR: North End Branch of the Boston Public Library LOCATION: 25 Parmenter Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Susan Voloshin 617-227-8135
Wednesday, October 8
ITALIAN LANGUAGE CLASS. Adult classes in the beautiful Italian language, Levels 1 an 2, start on Wednesday, October 8. These classes taught by professionals are presented by CASIT. For additional information call 781-640-3637. SPONSOR: CASIT CONTACT: 781-640-3637
Thursday, October 9
MOVIE: “Two Women” (La Ciociara) Honoring Joseph E. Levine. 6:30 PM. Hollywood producer Joseph E. Levine came from the West End; in 1961 he bought North American distribution rights for Two Women after seeing no more than three minutes of its “rushes.” Two Women, which was based on a novella written by Alberto Moravia, had been directed by Vittorio de Sica, and starred Sophia Loren and Eleanora Brown, who acted out the respective roles of a mother and her young daughter whom World War II had displaced from their home. Levine’s promotional campaign focused on one still photograph, which showed Loren, as the mother, wearing a torn dress, kneeling in the dirt, and weeping with rage and grief. Predicting that she would win the Academy Award for her performance, Levine brought Loren to the United States for interviews, bought space for, and placed, large advertisements in newspapers, and saw to it that Two Women appeared in the cities of residence of Academy Award jury members. Levine’s efforts paid off when Loren became the first cast member of a foreign-language film to win the Academy Award for best actress. It came to be said of him that he “nursed” Two Women towards its ultimate popularity and success. Drama, 1960, NR, 100 minutes, Language: Italian (English Subtitles). FREE (must pre-register). LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Thursday, October 9
GIUSEPPE VERDI’S MUSIC AND THE UNIFICATION OF ITALY. A Lecture by Francesco Castellano. 7:00 PM. Join lecturer Francesco Castellano for a look at the music that served as the “soundtrack” of the Italian Risorgimento. Recent scholarship, inspired by the 2011 150th Anniversary of Italian Unity and Verdi’s bicentennial in 1813, has brought to light the profound influence the composer and his music had on the events that led to the Unification of Italy in the 19th century. Join us for this interesting look at the historical influence of this favorite composer. Francesco Castellano is a professional linguist and a music lover. He is an opera enthusiast who has lectured on music in general and especially opera. He has lectured here on Verdi and presented the opera Cristoforo Colombo by Alberto Franchetti. Last fall, at Boston College, he participated in a round table discussion on the Anniversary of Verdi’s birth. SPONSOR: The Friends of the Medford Public Library LOCATION: Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA COORDINATOR: Barbara Kerr, Assistant Director, Medford Public Library, 781-395-7950, www.medfordlibrary.org
Fri., Oct. 10 thru Sun., Oct. 19
VERDI’S LA TRAVIATA. 7:30 PM or 3:00 PM depending on date. Opera performance. For tickets visit http://blo.org/events/la-traviata/. SPONSOR: Boston Lyric Opera LOCATION: Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont Street, Boston
Friday, October 10
COLUMBUS PARADE BANQUET. 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM . Dinner Banquet for Columbus Day Parade, Chief Marshall. SPONSOR: COLUMBUS DAY PARADE COMMITTEE LOCATION: Spinellis, Day Square, 292 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA 02128 COORDINATOR: Buddy Mangini 857-615-2549
Friday, October 10
ITALIAN NATIONAL POLICE VISIT BOSTON FOR COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND. 7:00 PM. Welcoming remarks by hosts and introduction of various officers from different regions of Italy; buffet dinner to follow. Please RSVP by October 5, 2014. Free. SPONSOR: Paesani d’Italia and Tartufo Restaurant LOCATION: Paesani d’Italia, 149A Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA COORDINATOR: Rocco DiRenzo, President of Paesani d’Italia, 781-391-5281.
Saturday, October 11
PORCHETTA PARTY. 6:30 PM. The Porchetta is our trademark event with a festive and lively celebration among club members and guests. $55.00/person. SPONSOR: Appian Club LOCATION: 42 Pleasant Street, Stoneham, MA COORDINATORS: Primo Giusti, 781-729-4449 or John De Leo, 781-391-5173
Saturday, October 11
INCONTRO MEDAGLIA D’ORO 2014-FAA/USA. 6:30 PM. Awards, Scholarship and Donation to help fund Italian Language School. Full dinner and dance. $70 per person. SPONSOR: Federation of Abruzzi Associations, Inc. USA LOCATION: Filippo’s Restaurant, Boston’s North End COORDINATORS: Rosetta Romagnoli 857-919-2730, Domenico Susi 617-605-5099
Sunday, October 12
COLUMBUS PARADE BREAKFAST. 7:30AM. Breakfast for Columbus Day Parade. Free Event. SPONSOR: Columbus Day Parade Committee LOCATION: Spinellis, Day Square, 292 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Buddy Mangini 857615-2549
Sunday, October 12
CARDINAL O’MALLEY WILL CELEBRATE MASS. 11:00 AM. Meet and greet the Cardinal after the Mass in the Prado. All are welcome to atttend. SPONSOR: Saint Joseph Society LOCATION: St. Stephen’s Church, Hanover Street, North End, Boston.
Sunday, October 12
EAST BOSTON COLUMBUS DAY PARADE. 1:00PM. A parade celebrating the discovery of the Americas by Christopher Columbus. Free Event. SPONSOR: Columbus Day Parade Committee LOCATION: East Boston COORDINATOR: Buddy Mangini 857-615-2549
Monday, October 13
COLUMBUS DAY INVITATIONAL. 8:00 AM registration. Golf Tourney. Proceeds to support the Italian Home for Children & the National Italian American Foundation. Buffet breakfast and dinner after golf. Sponsorship packages: Dinner $150, Corp Hole Sponsor $250, Bronze Foursome Sponsor $1,500, Silver Sponsor $2,500, Gold/Premium Sponsor $5,000. SPONSORS: Italian Home for Children, NIAF, RMD Inc. LOCATION: Hopkinton Country Club, 204 Saddle Hill Road, Hopkinton, MA COORDINATOR: Suzanne Delaney sdelaney@rmd-inc.net
Monday, October 13
COLUMBUS DAY CELEBRATION. Open bocce play at 3:00 PM, Italian dinner buffet served at 5:30 PM. $15 per person. SPONSOR: Peter B. Gay Lodge #540 (Taunton), OSIA LOCATION: Columbia Cultural Center, 775 John Quincy Adams Road, Taunton, MA COORDINATOR: Richard Simmons 508-930-2898, richardsimmons60@verizon.net
Monday, October 13
EVENING OF ITALIAN SONG. 5:30 PM. Lovely timeless Italian traditional songs with audience participation. Music provided by Enzo Amara. Beautiful and delicious Italian buffet. $30.00 per person. Reservations necessary. Make check payable to: Pirandello Lyceum, P.O. Box 565, Boston, MA 02128. SPONSOR: Pirandello Lyceum LOCATION: Filippo’s Ristorante, 283 Causeway Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: President Rosario Cascio 617-569-7388
Wednesday, October 15
MOVIE: Rehearsal for a Sicilian Tragedy. 6:00 PM. In Rehearsal for a Sicilian Tragedy, actor John Turturro takes audiences on a haunting, intimate journey to his maternal homeland of Sicily. There, while exploring the island’s vanishing traditions, he is taken under the wing of one of the puppet theater’s few remaining practitioners, Mimmo Cuticchio. SPONSOR: North End Branch of the Boston Public Library LOCATION: 25 Parmenter Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Susan Voloshin 617-227-8135
Thursday, October 16
MOVIE: Life and Death in Herculaneum — October is Archaeology Month. 6:30 PM. Professor Andrew Wallace-Hadrill presents a documentary following the scientific investigation that aims to lift the lid on what life was like in the small Roman town of Herculaneum, moments before it was destroyed by a volcanic eruption. Just 10 miles from Pompeii, 12 arched vaults are telling a whole new story about what life was like before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. They contain the skeletons of no less than 340 people, just 10 percent of the local population, killed by the volcano. Amongst them are the first new skeletons to be found in the area for 30 years which are now the subject of a groundbreaking scientific investigation. This movie is a BBC Documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TkAU1rLyRw. 2013, NR, 60 minutes, (Language English.) FREE (must pre-register). LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Friday, October 17
WEST END ANNUAL DINNER DANCE REUNION. 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM. DJ, Raso’s Catering and Surprises. $40 per person. LOCATION: Malden Irish American Club, 177 West Street, Malden, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia 617-416-0718 http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Friday, October 17
NOTTE DELLA TARANTELLA. 8:30 PM. (There will be a brief intermission at 9:15 followed by another set of 45 min.) Newpoli’s live shows are renowned to be a passionate journey, full of infectious rhythms and dances from the south of Italy. This show will also mix in some of the most beautiful love songs from the Newpoli repertoire and will present original music from a much awaited upcoming 4th album. Bring your dancing shoes if you wish to join the party! There will be refreshments during intermission. There will also be a cash bar with beer, wine and mixed drinks. Tickets $20 and $15 for children/students with ID. SPONSORS: Newpoli and the Dante Alighieri Society LOCATION: Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts, 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA COORDINATORS: Mario Zanca 617-876-5160, Sandy Askin 617-876-5160, Angela Rossi 617-308-9244
Saturday, October 18
FOOTPRINTS OF VENICE-1650. Time to be announced. Celebration of Venice’ s architecture, its canals, and the importance of music as seen through the eyes of Antonio Vivaldi. The magic and allure of Venice will be brought to life through the formation of a one-hundred strong student movement chorus, running and curving through space, building shapes, and creating level change in a choreographic work that hearkens the majesty of 17th century Venice. Refreshments will be served. Donations welcome. SPONSORS: Eliot Innovation School and CASIT LOCATION: The Paul Revere Mall (Prado) Hanover Street, North End, Boston (Behind the Eliot Innovation Lower School COORDINATORS: Traci Griffith, Principal of the Eliot School, tgriffithe@bostonpublicschools.org, M. Gioconda Motta, CASIT, mgmotta@casit.org For further information about Italian Heritage Month visit www.ItalianHeritageMonth.com Not to be reproduced without the permission of the Post-Gazette
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Saturday, October 18
2ND ANNUAL METHUEN ITALIAN FESTIVAL. 10:00 AM. Community event featuring food and craft vendors, live bands, children’s activities, a “Best Meatball” contest, and more. $25 (per booth for vendors). SPONSOR: Methuen Lodge #902, OSIA LOCATION: St. Lucy’s Church, 254 Merrimack Street, Methuen, MA COORDINATOR: Armand Buonanno 978-688-2258, methuenitalianfestival@gmail.com
Saturday, October 18
FORT DEVENS GERMAN-ITALIAN REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY. 11:00 AM. The Italian and German community presents a Memorial Service for Italian and German prisoners of war who died in America during World War II. This year the graves of the Italian and German military will be decorated by the German-American Ladies Society. Attendance of the Italian community is recommended to support the spirit of Italian Heritage. In case of inclement weather a tent will be provided. SPONSORS: Italian and German Community LOCATION: Fort Devens, Ayer, MA (Signs at the entrance will direct you to the ceremony site). COORDINATORS: Giovanni Aurilio 617-484-3112; Lino Rullo 617-447-0598
Saturday, October 18
SPAGHETTI SUPPER. 4:30 PM. Dinner includes all you can eat spaghetti, meatballs, Italian bread, salad, coffee and dessert. Adults: $10. Children 10 and under: $3. Portion of adult ticket goes toward 50/50 raffle. SPONSOR: Quattro Eroi Lodge #1414 (Franklin), OSIA LOCATION: Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, 1034 Pond Street, Franklin, MA COORDINATOR: Valerie Carlucci 401-488-5510, vcarlucci@gmail.com
Saturday, October 18
TEACHING OF THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE THROUGH ART AND THEATRE. Time to be determined. Symposium/Professional development. Free. SPONSORS: Harvard University, Boston Conservatory LOCATION: Harvard University, Barker Center, 110 Thompson Room, 12 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA COORDINATOR: Domenico Teker ufficioscuole.boston@esteri.it
Saturday, October 18
COLUMBUS DAY BANQUET. Cocktails 5:30 PM, Dinner 6:30 PM. Pork Tenderloin or Baked Haddock. ENTERTAINMENT: Tony Cerbo as Michael Buble. We sold out last year, so if you would like to celebrate with us please don’t wait! $40 per person. SPONSOR: Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 (Fitchburg), OSIA LOCATION: Oak Hill Country Club, 840 Oak Hill Road, Fitchburg, MA COORDINATOR: Sylvia Pacetti-Poirier, 978-516-8899, italianprincess213@gmail.com
Sunday, October 19
BEL CANTO OPERA CONCERT. 2:30 PM. Pianist Bradley Pennington plays works of Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms; and transcriptions from Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana and Massenet’s Thais. Soprano Catrina Boncaldo and countertenor William Peacock sing operatic selections. Tickets are $20, $17 for seniors and students. LOCATION: Dante Alighieri Italian Cultural Center, 41 Hampshire St., Cambridge, MA CONTACT: Please call 617-949-6543, BBCO@comcast.net for further information.
Tuesday, October 21
“SALVEMINI COLLOQUIUM” ON ITALIAN HISTORY AND CULTURE. 5:30 PM. A lecture, given by Professor Charles Maier on the “Great War: A Centennial Perspective,” followed by Q&A session. SPONSORS: Center for European Studies, Harvard University, Consulate General of Italy LOCATION: Lower Level Conference Room, Center for European Studies, Harvard University, 27 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA CONTACT: segreteria.boston@esteri.it
Wednesday, October 22
TASTE OF ITALY. 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Tastings of many restaurants and pastry shops from the surrounding area, including wine tasting and beer. $40 per person, tables can be reserved for groups of 8 or 10. SPONSOR: Kiwanis Club of Medford LOCATION: Tufts University, Carzo’s Cage, College Avenue, Medford, MA COORDINATOR: Rita Cornelio 781-396-0710
Thurs.-Sat, October 23-25
CASIT AT MAFLA’S 47TH ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE. 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. CASIT’s exhibit of teachers’ textbooks, K-12, teachers’ realia, and CASIT mission in the promotion of the Italian language. SPONSOR: MAFLA-MA Foreign Language Association LOCATION: Sturbridge Host Hotel, Sturbridge, MA COORDINATOR: Maria Gioconda Motta, CASIT, mgmotta@casit.org
Thursday, October 23
MOVIE: Love and Anarchy (D’amore E D’anarchia) Honoring the filmmaking of Lina Wertmuller. 6:30 PM. Giancarlo Giannini won Best Actor at the 1973 Cannes Film Festival for his role as Tonino, the shy young farmer who goes to Rome intending to assassinate Mussolini. His contact there is an anarchist prostitute with sad eyes, and he starts living in the brothel, where he falls in love with another young girl who works there. Vivid color, the melodic Italian musical score, the sounds of the women’s chatter and laughter, form a strong sense of atmosphere, in which a passionate story unfolds against a stunning Italian backdrop with exquisite camera work. Cast: Giancarlo Giannini, Mariangela Melato. Director: Lina Wertmuller. Romance/Drama, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eR7iYv-mRB4. FREE (must pre-register). 1973, UR, 125 minutes, Language: Italian (English subtitles). LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Sunday, October 26
PLAQUE UNVEILING BY MEMBERS OF THE PRIVITERA FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION Honoring Gottlieb Graupner of Germany, Francis Mallet of France and Filippo Trajetta of Italy, the Three Multicultural Founders of the American Conservatorio of Boston; The First Conservatory of Music in Boston and perhaps in the United Sates. 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Welcome greetings from MC Sal Bramante to be followed by the video streaming of the plaque unveiling at the Bedford Street location to the attendees at the West End Museum. After the plaque unveiling, historical researcher Terri Mazzulli will offer her commentary about the American Conservatorio founders, and to conclude the program and in celebration of Italian Heritage Month, musical selections composed by Italian co-founder of the American Conservatorio Fillipo Trajetta will be performed by Berklee College of Music students. Light luncheon. Free and open to the public. SPONSOR: Pirandello Lyceum LOCATION: Plaque unveiling Bedford Street, Boston; post unveiling activities at the West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston. COORDINATORS: Rosario Cascio 617-227-8135; Domenic Amara 617-913-6842; Sal Bramante 781-393-9820
Sunday, October 26
A CONCERT OF THE MUSIC OF SALVATORE ARNÒ. 3:00 PM. The concert celebrates the music of Salvatore Arnò, a Sicilian immigrant who, after many musical successes in Italy, brought his music with him to the Boston area in the early 1900s. This concert revives some of his voice and piano, some of which has not been heard since his lifetime. Performing in the concert are soprano Victoria Bartolomeo and pianist Sarah Troxler. Coffee and light refreshments served after the concert. Suggested donation of $10. SPONSORS: Stephen Loikith and Vena Coco – Co-organizers. LOCATION: Multi-purpose Room of the Beech Street Center, 266 Beech Street. Belmont, MA COORDINATORS: Stephen Loikith 201-317-3815, sll002@lvc.edu; Lavinia (Macauda) Coco 978-475-4565, vccoco@aol.com
Monday, October 27
BILINGUALISM AND THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE. Time to be announced. Conference on the connections between linguistics and neuroscience with a particular focus on Bilingualism. Guests speakers will be Prof. Gennaro Chierchia (Harvard University), Prof. Eddo Rigotti (Italian Swiss University) and Prof. Andrea Moro (IUSS University). Free. SPONSOR: Swiss Consulate LOCATION: To be determined. CONTACT: 617-876-3076, info@swissnexboston.org.
Wednesday, October 29
THE SACCO-VANZETTI CASE REVISITED. 6:00 PM. The Lecture: This presentation is a one hour slide lecture that chronicles the saga of two immigrant Italian anarchists Niccola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti. The Sacco-Vanzetti Revisited lecture slide presentation contains period photographs of all the major players in the case. Many of these photographs are rare and are not published anywhere. SPONSOR: North End Branch of the Boston Public Library LOCATION: 25 Parmenter Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Susan Voloshin 617-227-8135
Wednesday, October 29
ROLL THE DICE FOR CASIT! 7:00-11:00 PM. Join us for a real casino experience with tables of Roulette, Black Jack and Texas Hold’em Poker and help us achieve our mission of assisting communities that wish to introduce, preserve, rejuvenate or broaden the study of the Italian language. Live Music provided by SPAJAZZY. Food and cash bar available. Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased at www.casit.org. SPONSOR: CASIT (Centro Attivita Scolastiche Italiane) LOCATION: Spinelli Function Facility, 10 Newbury Street, Peabody, MA COORDINATOR: Adelaide Guarracino aguarracino@casit.org
Wednesday, October 29
MENOTTI’S The Consul. 8:00 PM. Gil Rose, Music Director of Odyssey Opera and the Boston Modern Orchestra Project will conduct The Consul. Donation requested. SPONSOR: New England Conservatory LOCATION: Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough Street, Boston, MA
Thursday, October 30
MOVIE: The Great Beauty (La Grande Bellezza). 6:30 PM. Jep Gambardella has seduced his way through the lavish nightlife of Rome for decades, but after his 65th birthday and a shock from the past, Jep looks past the nightclubs and parties to find a timeless landscape of absurd, exquisite beauty. Cast: Toni Servillo, Carlo Verdone, Sabrina Ferilli. Director: Paolo Sorrentino. Comedy / Drama https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dyt430YkQn0, 2013, NR, 142 minutes, Language: Italian (English Subtitles). FREE (must pre-register). LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia, 617-416-0718, http://thewestendmuseum.org/
Thursday, October 30
FACULTY TALK: Saint Francis of Assisi. 12:30 PM. Rala Diakite, chair of the Humanities Department, will offer an interdisciplinary talk on Saint Francis and the continuing relevance of his thought and action. Diakite will highlight St. Francis’ revolutionary contributions regarding the problem of poverty, animals and the environment, conflict resolution, the equality of women, language innovation and popular culture. SPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University LOCATION: Fitchburg State University, Center for Italian Culture, HA 408A, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA COORDINATOR: Carolyn Garrahan 978-665-4789; cgarrahan@fitchburgstate.edu
Wednesday, November 5
WORKSHOP. 2:00 PM & 3:30 PM. In each session, Italian-American soprano Maria Ferrante and Italian born composer Michele Caniato will provide an overview and demonstrate singing techniques, the composition process, learning process for performers, collaboration among musicians and recital preparation. The main focus will be Caniato’s work based on poetry by Saint Francis of Assisi. SPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University LOCATION: Fitchburg State University, Center for Italian Culture, HA 408A, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA COORDINATOR: Carolyn Garrahan 978-665-4789; cgarrahan@fitchburgstate.edu
Friday, November 7
ARIA DI COMMEDIA. 7:00 PM. An Evening of Italian Renaissance Theatre and Music. Two original Commedia dell’Arte scenes in English with music by Renaissonics. Will Dottor Balanzone find a cure for his “little problem” and will Arlecchino really help him? Will Pulcinella finally propose to Colombina or will he be distracted by the seductive noblewoman Flaminia? Tickets: $15 at the door, $12 advance. Purchase tickets at pazzi-lazzi-aria-di-commedia.eventbrite.com. SPONSOR: The Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts. LOCATION: The Dante Alighieri Society, 41 Hampshire St., Cambridge MA. CONTACT: www.PazziLazziTroupe.com
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ITAM Lodge #564 Hosts Polenta Dinner by Alba Wendling Mario DeMartino was the chairperson for the Polenta Dinner at the ITAM Lodge #564 in May. The dinner consisted of polenta, chicken parmigiana, salad, dessert, and coffee. The event garnered 164 attendees and was a successful fundraiser for the Lodge.
(L-R): Sylvia Noto, Anoinette Brada, and Elaine Costanzo.
(L-R): Tina Pularo, Sylvia Noto, Donna Merletto, Joe Sinopoli, and Jean Piegza.
Nina Mastrangelo and Jean Piegza.
Guests enjoying the evening.
Guests enjoying the evening. Carol and Joe Renzi.
Di a ne F lor i a n i a nd L i l i a Roberts.
Enrico Giardina (left) and friend.
Rinaldo and Barbara Dagnoli. Frannie and John Bonacquisti.
Guests enjoying the evening.
Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena #169 Scholarship Awards by Ann Pacetti
(L-R): Scholarship Chairman Russell Poirier, Committee Member Josephine Bilotta, scholarship recipients Rachael Lanni, Ashley Lanni, Olivia Zeena, Olivia Osborne, and Lodge President Sylvia Poirier. (Not pictured: recipient Mary Lodigiani). On Monday, June 16, 2014, the Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 of Fitchburg awarded five scholarships to deserving students. Russell Poirier, Chairman of the Scholarship Committee, welcomed everyone in attendance, congratulated the recipients, and extended an invitation to them to join the Lodge when they are able. Olivia Zeena is the granddaughter of Francis and the late
Gloria Leclair and is a graduate of St. Bernard High School. She is planning to attend Assumption College to study Physical Therapy. Olivia played field hockey, lacrosse, and basketball, was the Historian of the Latin Club, and a member of the dance committee and campus ministry. She also worked several jobs including at Rollon America, the Airport Diner, and Allen’s Department Store, and volunteered at the Sunrise
Living Residence. Olivia Osborne is the granddaughter of Phyllis and the late Candido Caligaris, and is also a graduate of St. Bernard High School. She will attend Roger Williams University and major in Psychology. Olivia participated in track and field, cheerleading, basketball, and volleyball, including managing the volleyball team in her senior year. She was a member of the Spanish club, mock trial team,
TV-club, and campus ministry. She was part of the juniorsenior choir and won Gold and Silver awards from the Mass Instrumental & Choral Conductors Association. Olivia worked as a restaurant hostess and volunteered as a mentor for a special needs teen as a member of the Best Buddies Club. Mary Clare Lodigiani is the granddaughter of Nenay Schultz, a graduate from Ridgefield High School in Connecticut, and will attend Boston College where she will be studying Political Science. Mary’s academic awards include the Bay Path Book Award, and she was the recipient of the American Association of Teachers of German Study trip to Germany. She was Key Club President, and the school newspaper editor-in-chief. Mary was a flautist in the marching and orchestral bands, studied piano, and is a self-taught accordion player. She has worked in child care, and her community service included being a religious education teacher for second and third graders. Rachael Lanni will graduate from Fitchburg High School and will attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute to study in the Pre-Veterinary/Biology program. Rachael served as Treasurer of her class for four
years. She ranked 3rd in her class of 217, and was awarded the Edward CJ Healey Scholarship from the North Central Chamber of Commerce. Rachael was a member of the National Honor Society, serving as Vice President her senior year, and served as a student ambassador for the past two years. She has been honored on multiple occasions as a nationally recognized Renaissance recipient, was awarded the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship, and was chosen to attend Girls’ State. Rachael played DEK hockey and field hockey, was named captain of the field hockey team her senior year, and works at her family’s farm stand. Ashley Lanni is graduating from Fitchburg High School and is planning to attend Johnson & Wales University to major in Hotel and Lodging Management. Ashley was a member of the National Honor Society, and has been honored on multiple occasions as a nationally recognized Renaissance recipient. She was awarded the John & Abagail Adams Scholarship, and was chosen to attend Girls’ State. Ashley was president of the prom committee for two years, works at her family’s farm stand, and volunteered for Toys for Tots program throughout high school.
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ITAM Lodge #564 Hosts Italian Delight Dinner
Wakefield Lodge #1734 Annual Charity Auction
by Alba Wendling
by Sharon Nikosey
Volunteers Marisa Sasso and Adriana Guida assist auctioneer Paul Guida with some of the auction items.
Our faithful servers for the evening. The ITAM Lodge #564 hosted an Italian Delight Dinner on March 29, 2014. The dinner was prepared by Antoinette Breda (who used to own her own restaurant in Pittsfield with her son Paul) and lodge volunteers. Everything on the menu was homemade, including pasta, manicotti, polenta, eggplant parmigiana, sausage and peppers, Italian green beans, salad, dessert, and coffee. The event was very successful with 213 attendees who helped raise money for the Lodge.
auction, including wine, household items, blankets, themed baskets, toys, and decorations. Some lucky bidders left with gift cards, lottery tickets, and even a pair of Celtics tickets. All items at the auction were donated by Sons of Italy members and local businesses. Everyone in attendance left with a delicious “door prize” of Cora Bella pasta from Wakefield business Jagg Marketing, Inc. who distributes genuine “Made in Italy” pastas. Thank you to their President, James Corradino. The auction is open to the public, so look for announcements about next year’s event. Thank you to all the businesses, members, and friends for making this evening such a success.
Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 Holds Charity Raffle
Linda Curley (center) and guests enjoying the appetizers. (L-R): Alba Wendling, Tom Delano, and Sato Valenti.
(L-R): Judy Culver, Alba Wendling, and Rita Kane.
The Wakefield Lodge #1734 held their annual charity auction on Tuesday, June 10, 2014. This year’s event raised $2,000, which will be used to benefit the Lodge and its many charities, including college scholarships, the Alzheimer’s Association, Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, Casa Monte Cassino, Wakefield Council on Aging, and Wakefield Public Schools Special Needs Christmas Party. The night kicked off with the Lodge’s regular monthly meeting and a dinner from Harrow’s Chicken Pies of Reading. Master of Ceremonies and auctioneer Paul Guida was quite entertaining, as well as great at getting those bids for charity. Over 50 items were up for grabs during the blind
by Dottie D’Onofrio
(L-R): Bonnie Mele, Elaine Costanzo, and Lodge President Guy Noto.
(L-R): Bette Federico, Therese McNamara, Margaret Pacifico, and Tom and Dottie D’Onofrio.
(L-R): Joe DiCroce, Rita Gordon, and Joan Dugway
Angelo Borsello and friends enjoying the evening.
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Summer time is a time to be with friends, having picnics, lazy days at the beach, the pool or boating. This year the ladies of the lodge ended their summer with a wonderful charity raffle down in Winthrop’s French Square at the open farmers’ market. The members’ donations were warmly received and the proceeds from the raffle will help defray the cost of the lodge’s Thanksgiving charity baskets, which enable the lodge to feed four less fortunate families come this holiday season.
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Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 100th Anniversary Celebration by Jacquelyn Tricomi Bonarrigo
(L-R): First Row: Mary L. Santoro, Stella Holmes, Dolores Amoroso, Denise Pratt, Tina M. Vella, Jody Brunet, Gloria Cesarini, Linda Pietrantonio, Rita Cormier, Sophie Saviski, Lucille LaFranchise, Norma Jantomaso, Lois Alfonso, Jeanne Daxberger, Marianne Nedell, Roberta Richard, and Irene Litchfield. Second Row: Gene Panzini, Alfred Amoroso, Ralph Fedele, Phyliss Fedele, Paula Fedele, Pat Ciaramella, Laurie Monahan, Thomas Monahan, Linda Balzotti, Dr. Flaviano DiFalco, Louise Ferrari, Jacquelyn Bonarrigo, Kathy Petti, Todd Petti, Charles Tartaglia, Danielle Ross, and Margaret Curtis. Third Row: Charles Holmes, Lisa Silvia, Michael Picanzi, Carol William, Mark Petti, Pasquale Urbano, Richard Alfonso, Joseph Alfonso, Michael Lombardo, Louis Tarantino, Joseph Daxberger, Charles Sammarco, and Robert Sammarco.
Lodge Member Charlie Tartaglia (left), owner of George’s Café, which where the Lodge meets each month, receives an Appreciation Award from Lodge President Richard Alfonso in recognition of his generosity, dedication and support to the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216. The Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 celebrated their 100th Anniversary with a gala at the Shaw’s Center on Friday, September 6, 2013, with over 50 Lodge members in attendance and many State officials and other Sons of Italy Lodge members joining in the festivities. The Christopher Columbus Lodge # 216 was founded in 1913 when Constantino F. Ciampa, Giovanni Giannini, and Italo Bendinelli received the Charter. But it began in 1901, five years before the birth of the Order of Sons of Italy in America, with a meeting on Center Street in Brockton, Massachusetts. An independent organization of Italians was united by the common desire to protect the dignity of the Italian community because they were beset by constant harassment. The purpose of the organization was to unite the Italian community in the spirit of Christopher Columbus and to help the members understand their civic responsibility. A purpose manifested with efforts to
(L-R): Enjoying the festivities: Committee member Dr. Falviano DiFalco, State Immediate Past President James Di Stefano, Lodge President Richard Alfonso, and State First Vice President Antonio Sestito.
assist the victims of the 1908 earthquake in Messina, Sicily. In the spirit of cooperation offered by that committee, the premise of the Order of the Sons of Italy was to “unite in one family all the Italians scattered through the USA,” and was translated into a “Fatto compiuto” or “fait accompli” in Brockton with the formation of the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 in 1913. Today the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 is proud to continue to uphold this premise. They are determined to keep a positive presence in the City of Brockton with charitable and social work. They have provided annual scholarships through their C&E Trust to over 100 students, and created an annual donation to the Brockton Public Library to purchase books and films that promote Italian culture and literature. Additionally, they help fund and promote local and historic artists of Italian descent through exhibits at the library. They continue to help fund the charitable efforts of the Grand Lodge and participate in annual food-gift baskets given to local families in need.
Brockton Mayor and Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 Member Linda Balzotti (left) presents a Proclamation from the City of Brockton to Committee Chair Todd Petti (center) and Lodge President Richard Alfonso (right). They strive to continue their efforts to improve the pride of local Italian Americans as well as to continue and increase charitable efforts. They wish to portray beneficial awareness in the community and to welcome new members with new and innovative ideas to keep the Lodge vibrant and alive moving forward. Thesuccess of the 100th Anniversary Gala Celebration held on September 6 was due to the vigilant efforts of the Committee, chaired by Todd and Kathy Petti, and co-chaired by Dr. Flaviano DiFalco. Committee members Jody Brunet, Michael Lombardo, and Jacky Bonarrigo helped to make this event such a success. The event was attended by over 250 people who not only enjoyed a sumptuous Italian meal but enjoyed wonderful singing performances by Brocktonians Nancy Gustafson and Matt Cunningham. Lodge member Al Amoroso gave the blessing and Sister Danielle Ross sang a beautiful rendition of The Lord’s Prayer before dinner. Guests listened to the music provided by DJ George “The Silver Fox” Cataldo, and laughed to the comedy of local Comedian Dave Russo. A sing-a-
State Representative Michael D. Brady (left) presents a citation from the State House signed by State Senator Thomas P. Kennedy, Representatives Clair Cronin, Christine Canavan, and Michael Brady, and Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo to Committee Chair Todd Petti (center) and Lodge President Richard Alfonso (right). along of Dean Martin’s “That’s Amore” helped to keep the fun spirit of the night. Master of Ceremonies Todd Petti introduced the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts officials who were in attendance. State President Carmelita Bello presented a Testimonial of Appreciation in recognition of the Lodge’s 100th birthday. A proclamation was presented by Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti and City Councilor Dennis Eaniri presented a citation on behalf of the City Council. State Representative Michael D. Brady presented a citation on behalf of Brockton Representatives Canavan, Cronin, and Senator Kennedy from the Massachusetts State House. Lastly, an Appreciation Award was presented to Lodge Member Charles Tartaglia, owner of George’s Café in Brockton, in recognition of his generosity and dedicated support to the Lodge.
State President Carmelita Bello, on behalf of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, presented a Testimonial of Appreciation in recognition of the 100th birthday of the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216. It was accepted by Committee Chair Todd Petti (left) and Lodge President Richard Alfonso (right).
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Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 Presents Eight Scholarships
Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422 Awards Scholarship
by Donna Segreti Reilly
by Angela Geso
On June 24, 2014, Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 had the pleasure of presenting scholarships from its Charitable and Educational Trust to worthy Winthrop graduates. In attendance from the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts were Benefit Insurance Commission President and National Historian Anthony J. Panaggio Jr., State Financial Secretary Margaret Olivieri, and Lodge Deputy Matt Ezekiel. The scholarship recipients are: Christina Polsonetti, who will major in Social Work at Wheelock College, Shawn Preble, who will major in Marine Engineering at the Mass Maritime Academy, Michael Gennaco, who will study Dentistry at Framingham State University, Jianna Balian, who will attend Merrimack College and specialize in Special Education (Moderate Disabilities),
(L-R): Christina Polsonetti, Shawn Preble, Lodge President Joseph A. Boncore, Esq., Michael Gennaco, Jianna Balian, and Gianna Famolare. (Not pictured: Benedetto Spinazzola, Diandra Gillis, and Cassandra Harris.) Gianna Famolare who is head- will attend Salem State Unied to Villanova University to versity, and Cassandra Harris, study Science, Benedetto who will attend Colby-Sawyer Spinazzola, who will attend College. Southern New Hampshire Congratulations and best University, Diandra Gillis, who wishes to all of the recipients.
METHUEN LODGE #902 “Run for the Vets” Road Race
Dominic Calapa Jr. was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422 at a dinner and ceremony in his honor in May. He is the son of Dominic and Pamela Calapa of Marshfield and the grandson of Bill and the late Marie Calapa, and Frank and Jean Bocchino, all of Braintree. Jean is a current officer and long-time member of the Lodge. Dominic will be attending Stonehill College in the fall to study Business Management. He is a National Honor Society member, played hockey, golf, and rugby at Marshfield High, and volunteered with the Boys and Girls Club. We wish Dominic the best of luck in his academic pursuits.
Scholarship recipient Dominic Calapa Jr.
Tewksbury Lodge #2872 Scholarship Awards by Chris Parrella
by John Mele and Marshall McClosey Memorial Day Weekend started off appropriately this year on a cool, overcast Saturday morning with the running of the 25th Annual Sons of Italy “Run for the Vets” race. This race benefits the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center in Haverhill and the Merrimack Valley Hospice. There were 142 runners who completed the 5K course, which started from the Sons of Italy at 459 Merrimack Street in Methuen. The Methuen High School ROTC Honor Guard presented the colors, followed by Joey Grieve of Andover singing the national anthem. Methuen Mayor Steve Zanni started the race. At a pace better than 5 minutes a mile on a challenging course, local running star Nate Jenkins of Andover took first place among the men with a time of 15:26. Repeating last year’s second place finish was Scott Mindel of New London, Connecticut, and finishing in third place was Sam Fazioli of Salem, NH. Alexandra Varanka of Amherst, New Hampshire finished first among women with an excellent time of 18:00 minutes flat. Laura Brustolan of Lawrence finished second, and Alexandra Sartori of Medford finished third. A number of veterans also participated in the race, including Joe Fischetti (Groton), Mark D’Amato (Methuen), Matt Rivet (North Andover), Stavros Kanaracus (Lowell), Dennis Larocque (Lawrence), Stephanie Sabando (Methuen), Leo Dubois (Lawrence), Charlie Farrington (Methuen), David Clark (Haverhill), Herb Cunha (North Andover), George Bisson (Hooksett, New Hampshire), Yvonne Canuel (Danville, New Hampshire), Bob Hendry (Salem, New Hampshire), and George Leslie (Chelmsford). In the Sons of Italy Members Division, members Mark Jackson, Mark Cederman, Chris Mele, Dennis Privatera, and
(L-R): Race Director Marshall McCloskey, Veterans Northeast Outreach Center Executive Director John Ratka, Race Director John Mele, and State Representatives Linda Dean Campbell and Diana DiZoglio. Joseph DiPrima participated. State Representative Linda Dean Campbell, also a veteran, presented the Methuen Lodge #902 with a certificate of appreciation for their 25 years of service to the community with the race. Fellow State Representative Diana DiZoglio honored race director John Mele with a similar award. Proceeds from
the race totaling $1,500 were donated to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center. As usual, the Methuen Sons of Italy provided an excellent pasta meal after the conclusion of the races. Complete race results are available at www.coolrunning.com.
(L-R): Scholarship recipients Rachel Eatherton, Britnee Dell’Arciprete, and Dezrae Dixon. (Photo by Chris Parrella) On June 23, 2014, Tewksbury Lodge #2872 awarded three $500 scholarships to three outstanding local scholars. Rachel Kathleen Eatherton will be attending UMASS Lowell, majoring in Physical Therapy, Britnee Marie Dell’Arciprete will be attending Salem State University, majoring in Biology and Pre Med: Veterinary, and Dezrae Ann Dixon will be attending Johnson and Wales, majoring in Hospitality. Tanti Auguri!
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Tewksbury Lodge #2872 Celebrates Memorial Day
Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071
by Charles Parrella
by Dottie D’Onofrio
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(L-R): Members Joel Deputat, Deborah Deputat, and Charles Coppola race for the Wounded Warrior Project. On May 26, 2014, members of the Tewksbury Lodge #2872 celebrated Memorial Day by showing their support at Tewksbury’s Memorial Day Parade. Several members also participated in a race held at the Tewksbury Country Club to raise funds for the Wounded Warrior Project. Member Paula Coppola. (L-R): Tewksbury Lodge #2872 members Joan Tashjian, Sharon Chalmere, and Maria Mazzola, watch the Memorial Day Parade in Tewksbury.
Members of the Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 and State Trustee Richard Matlak. The Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 held a May luncheon meeting at J. Kendall’s in Winthrop. State Trustee Richard Matlak took time from his
busy schedule to attend and bring the greetings of the Grand Lodge. The ladies will resume their lodge activities come the fall.
Peter B. Gay Lodge #540 Scholarship Awards
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Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 Scholarship Dinner
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Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 Scholarship Award
by George Franco
by Dottie D’Onofrio
(L-R): Scholarship Committee member Barbara Campagna, recipient Pellegrino Conte, Lodge President George Franco, recipient Anthony Rodriguez, and Scholarship Committee Chair Toni Eosco. The Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 recently held its annual scholarship awards dinner on June 3, 2014, at BonCaldo Restaurant in Norwood. Lodge President George Franco greeted members and guests. Denise Furnari, lodge member and State Orator, delivered warm greetings as well as the invocation before the meal. Scholarship Committee Chair Toni Eosco thanked the nearly 55 members and guests for their support of the event. She also recognized lodge scholarship committee members Barbara Campagna, Winnie Carfagno, and Linda Renzi for their volunteer work, and especially for their serious evaluation of the candidates’ application materials for selection of the scholarship recipients. Scholarship award presentations took place immediately following a delicious dinner. Through the fundraising efforts of its lodge members, and with additional donations to the scholarship fund made in loving memory of past longtime lodge members, two scholarships in the amount of $1,000 were awarded to college-bound students. Barbara Campagna made the first presentation to Pellegrino Conte, a graduate of Xaverian High School. Pellegrino is the son of Iva and Walter Conte of Westwood, and the grandson of lodge members Sylvia Conte and Pellegrino Conte of Westwood. Pellegrino will pursue interests in robotics and electrical
engineering at the University of Rochester. Winnie Carfagno presented the second award to Anthony Rodriguez, a graduate of Norwood High School, son of William and Diane Rodriquez of Norwood, and grandson of longtime lodge members Andy and Toni Ciarletta, also of Norwood. Anthony will pursue a major in education at Northeastern University this fall. The Lodge congratulated both recipients and wished them good luck with their future plans. Following the awards, Toni Eosco introduced the guest speaker, Nicholas Rodriguez. Mr. Rodriguez, a Lodge scholarship recipient 5 years ago, is now a graduate of Northeastern University with concentrations in marketing, entrepreneurship, and management of information systems. He is the son of Diane and William Rodriguez and the grandson of lodge members Toni and Andy Ciarletta. Mr. Rodriguez gave an inspiring talk about his various college experiences and the value of community. During his college years, he was able to study rural poverty in the countries of Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic where he worked on developing methods to increase sustainability and promote economic growth. He is currently employed by Bluewolf. He received enthusiastic applause at the conclusion of his presentation and he encouraged the scholarship recipients to get the most out of their next several years in college.
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organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes: Has Not Changed During Preceding 12 Months. 13. Publication Name: SONS OF ITALY NEWS 14. Issue Date for Circulation Data Below: September/October 2014 15. Extent and Nature of Circulation (average No. copies) Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months and Actual No. of Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date): A. Total No. copies: 5396 average, 5396 actual; B. Paid Circulation: 1. Paid/Requested Outside-County Mail Subscription Stated on Form 3541: average 5346, actual 5920; 2. Paid In-county subscriptions stated on Form 3541 average 0, actual 0; 3. Paid Distribution through dealers and carriers, street vendors, counter sales, average 0, actual 0. 4. Paid Distribution by Other Classes of Mail average 0, actual 0. c. total paid and/ or requested circulation average 5346, actual 5346; d. 1. Free or Nominal Rate Outside-county copies included on PS Form 3541: average 0, actual 0 2. Free or Nominal Rate In County average 0, actual 0; 3.Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed average 0, actual 0; 4. Free or nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail average 0, actual 0. e. Free distribution or Nominal Rate Distribution: average 0, actual 0; f. Total distribution: 5346; g. Copies not distributed: average 50 actual 50; h. Total: average 5376, actual 5376; I. Percent Paid: 100%. 16. Total circulation includes electronic copies. Report circulation on PS form 3526-X16. 17. Publication of Statement of Ownership will be printed in the July/September 2014 issue of this publication. 18. Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager or Owner. Paul Guida, September 24, 2014 I certify that all information furnished on his form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including civil penalties).
(L-R): Chuckie and Nancy Famolare, State Senator Anthony Petruccelli, Scholarship Recipient Gianna Famolareand sister Kayla, Lodge President Dottie D’Onofrio, and Reverend Father Gregory Mercurio, State Chaplain. The Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 recently hosted lodge members, family, and guests of Gianna Famolare, this year’s Scholarship Award recipient. Gianna was a recent honors graduate of Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, and will be heading on to Villanova University to continue her studies. For over 50 years the Lodge has recognized the scholastic achievements of an area high school graduate. This most worthwhile program is achieved through the support of our membership, area merchants, and friends, and we thank them. Father Gregory, from the Holy Family Church in Lynn and State Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, offered the invocation. Everyone enjoyed dining at the Porthole
Scholarship recipient Gianna Famolare. Restaurant in Lynn. Senator Anthony Petruccelli, representing the First Suffolk and Middlesex counties, recognized Gianna’s achievements and
leadership skills. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Model UN Club, Liturgical Dance, Economics Club, and two school singing groups. She was also the Captain and member of the varsity cross country, dance, and sailing teams. Cary Shuman, Editor of the Winthrop Sun Transcript, and Pam Edwards, Community Organizer with the Massachusetts Senior Action Council, were also present to help the Lodge celebrate. President D’Onofrio presented Gianna with a check and gifts for her dorm room. In her remarks, she offered these words: “Wisdom is knowing the right path to take, integrity is taking it. Life will unfold in a series of chapters, and our little ladies lodge wishes you continued success in all your endeavors.”
Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 Hosts Paint Nite by Donna Segreti Reilly
(L-R): Mary Jane Boncore (on stairs), Goldie Boncore, Mary Boncore O’Keefe, Raffella Boncore, Donna Segreti Reilly, Chrissy Boncore Sciaraffa, Jane Howell Marcella, and Kathy Young.
Forty-nine amateur artists attended “Paint Nite” on Tuesday, July 22, sponsored by Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057. Lodge Trustee Chrissy Boncore Sciaraffa organized the fundraiser at Winthrop’s Rustic Table restaurant. The funds raised will benefit the Lodge’s charitable and scholarship efforts. Past State President Kevin and First Lady Cheryl Caira also participated in this fun night of painting and music. Artist Peter Roux demonstrated painting techniques to everyone in attendance.
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SONS OF ITALY NEWS
JULY / SEPTEMBER 2014
LODGE NEWS
Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 Annual Scholarship Awards by Jacquelyn Tricomi Bonarrigo
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014, 16 scholarships were awarded by the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 at a celebration dinner at George’s Café in Brockton. President Richard Alfonso welcomed the scholars, their families, and guests. Mary Santoro, the Scholarship Committee Chairperson, awarded 16 scholarships to the talented recipients as their application letters and biographies were read, describing their athletic and academic successes as well as their many accomplishments. Twelve of the sixteen recipients were in attendance. We were pleased that nine recipients hailed from Brockton High School. They are, with their respective higher learning institutions of choice: Matthew Kenny, Brandeis University; Amy Connor, Bridgewater State University; Alicia Davis, unsure; Adrianna Fredo, UMass Boston; Lindsay Gomes, Stonehill College; Nicholas Merriam, Bridgewater State University; Fallon Raithel, Massasoit Community College; Sarina Shinko, Syracuse University; Khelsea Stewart, Framingham State University. Shannon Locke attended Cardinal Spellman High School and will be attending American University. Two recipients with direct member affiliations are: Derek Nedell, Mass Maritime College, and Lodge member Jason Ross, Bridgewater State University. Other scholarships were given to: Emily Argiro, Pratt Institute; Matthew Connelly, University of South Carolina; Emily Cummings, Catholic University of America; Angelese Revaleon, unsure. The Scholarship Committee consisted of Chairperson Mary Santoro, and members Sandy Bishop, Gloria Cesarini, and Lucille LaFranchise. The Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 sends congratulations to each recipient and their families and wishes them much success in their coming years of study. It is our hope that someday these wonderful creative and inspired youth will remember this kindness and join a local Sons of Italy lodge and give inspiration to other young aspiring scholars.
Front row: recipient Amy Connor, Gloria Cesarini and Lodge President Richard Alfonso. Second Row: recipient Sarina Shinko, Vice President Jacky Bonarrigo, recipients Fallon Raithel, Adrianna Fredo, Shannon Locke, Lindsay Gomes, and Khelsea Stewart. Last Row: State Trustee John Argiro, recipients Derek Nedell, Emily Cummings, Nicholas Merriam, Matthew Kenny, and Jason Ross.
In Memory In Remembrances The Grand Lodge received notification of the death of the following members. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts extends sincere condolences to the members of their families. LODGE NAME Worcester #168 Worcester #168 Christopher Columbus #216 Giuseppe Verdi #278 Giuseppe Verdi #278 Giuseppe Verdi #278 Venezia #374 Cambridge Italian #506 ITAM #564 ITAM #564 ITAM #564 Massimo D’Azeglio #760 Veturia Romana #1200 Quincy Men #1295 Quincy Men #1295 Quattro Eroi #1414 Quattro Eroi #1414 Stella Del Nord #1436 Stella Del Nord #1436 Stella Del Nord #1436 Sgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Sgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 G. Marconi #1620 Victor Emanuel #1646 Victor Emanuel #1646 Alessandro Volta #1712 Wakefield #1734 Wakefield #1734 Minerva #1846 Melrose #1931 Lawrence Ladies #2026 Lawrence Ladies #2026 Lawrence Ladies #2026 Lawrence Ladies #2026 Winthrop Ladies #2071 St. Catherine of Siena #2215 Walpole Foxboro #2641 Santa Famiglia #2834 Santa Famiglia #2834 Santa Famiglia #2834
CITY Worcester Worcester Brockton E. Weymouth E. Weymouth E. Weymouth Rockland Cambridge Pittsfield Pittsfield Pittsfield Braintree Salem Quincy Quincy Franklin Franklin Quincy Quincy Quincy Roslindale Roslindale Lee Haverhill Haverhill Stoughton Wakefield Wakefield Stoughton Melrose Lawrence Lawrence Lawrence Lawrence Winthrop Canton Walpole Lynn Lynn Lynn
NAME Josephine Genatossio Antonio Marchese Joseph S. Guerra Edwin Amoroso John P. Braccia Edward G. Keegan Christine Muscato Walter J. Sullivan Mary Domenichini Cecelia S. Dupuis Philip M. Mogavero Edward R. Marquis Rosalia Ochipinti Robert M. Panico Alfred M. Volpini Patricia Genoa John Dominic Vozzella Natalie T. Barbadoro Rose C. Herbert Norma Paccioretti John A. Boschetto Sr. Frank M. Gentile Josephine Privitera Edith Basso George D. Forte Anthony Caruso Michael J. Finamore Mary A. Gallucci Lorraine Foxx Mary Bramante Antoinette Perrone Susan M. Ricci Maria A. Rizzo Mary Rizzo Rose LoConte Mary R. Patriarca Rachel M. Berluti Robert A. Dalferro Edith A. Mendes Louis J. Panakio Jr.
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