The Italian American Alliance (IAA), led by CEO Dom Amara and President Jim DiStefano, will host the first annual Italian American Cultural Celebration on Monday, Oct. 10 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at The Tall Ship East Boston, 1 East Pier Drive, Pier One, in East Boston. The event will celebrate Italian-American culture and feature Italian food, fun activities for families, and musical entertainment.

A major sponsor of the event is NIAF (National Italian America Foundation. Italia Unita is also a sponsor. “It is our goal to promote and highlight our Italian legacy and the many contributions Italians have brought to this country,” said Dom Amara, IAA chief executive officer.