‘Italy on the Patio’ at Cobb’s Mill Inn in Weston
By Easton Courier Cobb's Mill Inn on Old Mill Road in Weston is hosting an 'Italy on the Patio' dinner show on Sunday, July 26. If you've ever been to Italy, or have dreamed of going, this special dinner will evoke the flavors, sounds and allure of Sicily. On Sunday, July 26, the theme of 'Italy on the Patio is' Voyage throug...
Editorial: Goodbye, Columbus
Columbus Day, celebrated since 1792 and as a federal holiday since 1937, evolved from a remembrance of the discovery of lands of the Western Hemisphere into a celebration of all things Italian because the discoverer, Christopher Columbus, was an Italian from Genoa working for the king and queen of Spain. The decision of the Cambridge City...
Life on the Corner: La Musica
Italians are a musical people. When you walk down the side streets and alleys of any Italian city or town you can hear music being sung and played in many of the apartments. Grand opera began in Italy and when Italians emigrated to this country they brought their musical heritage with them. The Live from the Met opera performances on Saturday after...
88th Annual St. Joseph’s Feast
When: July 26-28Where: North End Started in 1925, the Saint Joseph Feast is an annual authentic festival in the North End featuring parades, strolling singers, marching bands, live entertainment, souvenirs, mementos and the best Italian street food and desserts.The St. Joseph statue permanently resides at 467 Hanover Street and has been lovingly r...
Sondra Celli: Fashion Designer with that Special Bling
"It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that bling" is Sondra Celli's exclusive approach to fashion industry, and her Swaroski-glittered garments stand to prove just that. Celli's elegant studio in Waltham is the epicenter of her unique and creative work. Since 2010, Celli's fancy couture has even been recognized nationally on TLC's hit "My Big Fat...
Southington's Annual Italian Festival Coming July 24
By Bill Leukhardt The annual Italian-American Festival, revived in 2004, is expected to draw thousands to downtown later this month. The three-day event, from July 24 to July 26, features Italian-American performers and music, Italian-American foods, a children's show, a magic show and an outdoor Mass at 10 a.m. Sunday that e...
Book launch event - "Not My Mother's Kitchen"
Tuesday September 6, from 5,30 pm to 7 pm EDT - I Am Books, 189 North St, Boston 02113 "When life gives you lemons, make limoncello! Not My Mother's Kitchen is a funny, loving and oh so useful manual on food, family and survival when your mom is a terrible cook." —Mo Rocca, host of "My Grandmother's Ravioli" Award-winning chef Rob C...
Italian heritage group growing
By Jeff McMenemy A group created to preserve, celebrate and share members' Italian heritage is holding its second annual membership drive Sunday, April 6, at the Portsmouth Public Library. The Italian American Heritage Association of Greater Portsmouth will hold the membership drive from 2 to 4 p.m. in an effort to reach out to potential...
Handling of Sexual Harassment Case Poses Larger Questions at Yale
A sexual harassment case that has been unfolding without public notice for nearly five years within the Yale School of Medicine has roiled the institution and led to new allegations that the university is insensitive to instances of harassment against women. The case involves a former head of cardiology who professed his love to a young It...
Stolen Italian treasure recovered on Boston container ship
A centuries-old treasure found in Boston came from Italy, but now customs agents are trying to track the route taken to get it here. "It ultimately ended up being a 17th century Venetian swivel gun," C. Shane Campbell from Customs and Border Protection said. The canon-like weapon wasn't easy to find, it was packed into a piece of heav...
Stamford theater classic gets holiday update
by Joe Meyers After skipping last year, "A Merry Mulberry Street Musical" is back at Curtain Call in Stamford, where ticket sales have been very brisk. "We're virtually sold out," Executive Director Lou Ursone reported last week of the sequel to "Mulberry Street," a Stamford favorite for 75 years. "It's great to get an extra financial...
Venice Baroque Orchestra with Avi Avital, Mandolin
Friday, March 13, 2015 at 8pm | Purchase TicketsFirst Church in Cambridge, Congregational Music of Vivaldi, Albinoni, Marcello, Geminiani, and Paisiello Back by popular demand! The Venice Baroque Orchestra has been hailed as "one of the world's most adventurous and dramatic period-instrument ensembles" (NPR). Enjoy thrilling Italian Baroq...