During the annual assembly of the Rome Chapter of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA), Andrea Pietrini was elected President. Pietrini succeeds Massimo Cicatiello. Claudio Frasca, MBA SDA Bocconi and Immediate Past President of the Chapter, was appointed Vice President of the Rome Chapter."I am honored," Andrea Pietrini declare...

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Deputy Director of Veterans Services Joe Decaro attended a special Italian-American Veterans Ceremony hosted by the Sons and Daughters of Italy on Saturday, November 4th in the South End neighborhood of Springfield. Mayor Sarno states, “As we approach Veterans Day, I was honored to attend our annual Italian-American Veter...

While FDR had his fireside chats, I experienced porch side chats where I learned much about my heritage. It is well known that weekly Sunday suppers were a special time for large Italian families. It was a day of rest, except of course for Italian mothers — but they loved it, as they had an opportunity to enjoy the company of relatives and visiting...

The first ever Italian gala was held Saturday night hosted by the Springfield Son & Daughters of Italy. The Sons & Daughters of Italy celebrating its revitalization in the greater Springfield area, a rebirth thanks to an interest from younger generations in preserving Italian heritage and culture. The sold-out gala at the Sheraton featured dinner,...

Mary Elizabeth Bianchi Ferrante was born on Cleveland’s West Side to Francesco and Angelina Pasqualoni Bianchi, immigrants from Abruzzo, Italy. She is very passionate about and proud of her Italian heritage and is staunchly dedicated to its preservation and perpetuation. Mary has selflessly given years of service to the Italian American community i...

The Springfield chapter of the Sons & Daughters of Italy, St. Padre Pio #3013 will be hosting the first Annual Italian Gala at the Sheraton’s Grand Ballroom in Springfield on Saturday, October 28th 2023 at 6:00pm. The Gala will feature a five course Italian dinner, along with live music, dancing, and awards presentation. The black-tie optional affa...

Fresh off his appearance on America’s Got Talent as a solo act, Frank Sinatra tribute show artist, Joey Chiarenza will be teaming up with the 18-piece SOS Band to bring his show to the Sons of Italy in Quincy on October 28, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. The show is dubbed a Halloween Show with optional costumes and includes a complete Italian buf...

Italian Americans in Springfield, Massachusetts, gathered on Columbus Day Monday to honor its namesake. Some of those present said they oppose an effort to get rid of the holiday. The ceremony was held at a statue of Christopher Columbus in Springfield's South End and was hosted by the local chapter of the Sons and Daughters of Italy. Salvatore Cir...

We are looking for an efficient and driven Program Coordinator to join the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America’s Washington D.C. team. This position is a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant, exciting environment that focuses on supporting Italian-American culture and heritage. The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing effec...

Roma Lodge, a fraternal organization, is celebrating 100 years of “liberty, equality, and fraternity” this year. Throughout 2023, Roma Lodge members and the Racine community have spent time reflecting on this milestone and celebrating the success of the place that serves as a notable hub for Italian-Americans. The existence of their organization fo...