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The last time King’s College staged a John Patrick Shanley play, it was “Doubt,” and student Allen Bonk, of Nanticoke, portrayed a priest suspected of molesting a child. The plot was heavy, disturbing, mystifying. Bonk, for one, is glad the theatre department’s next production, “Italian American Reconciliation,” also by Shanley, is more light-heart...

When: Thursday, November 16, 2017 From 6:30 pm To 9:00 pm - Where: Embassy of Italy, 3000 Whitehaven Street NW , Washington, DC 20008 - Organized by : Regione Sicilia, Embassy of Italy, IIC Washington - Entrance: Free On the occasion of the Second Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, join us for a virtual culinary tour of Italy as we present Disco...

Vito Perillo was roused from his sleep at 7:50 a.m. by a phone call from a neighbor congratulating him on winning the mayor's race.  The congratulatory phone calls and knocks on his front door kept coming. A national news network wanted an interview.  Another showed up on his porch. A borough public works employee stopped by to shake his hand.  "I...

Dear friends, You are cordially invited to the inauguration of the new headquarters of the Italian Cultural Society of Washington DC, at 4833 Rugby Avenue Suite 201, Bethesda MD 20814. Sunday, November 19th, at 4:00-6:00pm or Monday, November 20th, at 6:00-8:00pm. Join us for an Italian style Aperitivo, to celebrate our new space and learn about th...

In 1992, the high-profile Cafe Milano opened at 3251 Prospect St. NW and never looked back — and remains a favorite of Georgetown residents, visitors, politicians and celebrities alike. Its birthday celebration is Friday. “Many things have changed over the past 25 years in D.C. We’ve seen four presidents, changing neighborhoods and varying politica...

The Italian American Heritage Club of Hunterdon County will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017 at 6:45 p.m. at Mountain View Chalet on Route 173 in Asbury, New Jersey - a new location.  Dr. Balena will speak about Italian authors, other than the Florientine counterparts, that have significantly contributed to the making of Italian...

Whether you're looking for a full Italian meal, pizza takeout, or just a slice of cake Fratelli's in Barboursville has something for just about almost everyone. The small Italian restaurant in Barboursville was established in June 2015, opening in the former home of Tascali's. Fratelli's is of a number of restaurants owned in the Tri-State owned by...

When: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 From 6:30 pm To 8:30 pm - Where: Intercultural Center Auditorium, Georgetown University, 37th & O Streets NW, Washington, DC 20057 - Organized by : Georgetown Italian Research Institute - Entrance : Free On the occasion of the Second Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, the Georgetown University Italian Research...

Amidst the various holiday festivities throughout the month of December, Fairmont’s rich Italian history truly gets the spotlight during The Feast of the Seven Fishes. The two-day event kicks off with a cooking school, The Festival Cucina, on Dec. 8. On Dec. 9, authentic Italian cuisine, artisan stalls and live music will turn Monroe Street into a...

Having both Abe Lincoln and John F. Kennedy as his early idols, State Senator Joseph Pennacchio is a unique type of leader with a passion for helping the working man and woman.  Growing up in Brooklyn as the son of Italian immigrants, he was drawn to conservatism when the Democratic party moved away from it, which was about the same time that Ronal...

The Associazione Regionale Abruzzese Delco honored Chester native Dr. Michael D. Cirigliano and Brookhaven resident Raymond J. DelFera as Persons of the Year at its 26th annual dinner-dance Oct. 29 at Heritage Ballrooms at a festive gathering where guests celebrated the rich history and heritage of the Abruzzo region of Italy. Also honored with the...

Academy of Vocal Arts opens its opera season with its first production of Verdi’s immortal classic Il trovatore in 20 years. Count di Luna is infatuated with the beautiful Leonora, who does not return his affections. Instead, she falls in love with the Count's rival, a troubadour who serenades Leonora and keeps his identity a secret.AVA opens its o...