IAP 313: silk city sonnets. Maria Mazziotti Gillan on Italian American verse and vitality
Join us for a heartfelt journey through the intricate landscape of cultural identity and generational heritage as we sit down with the esteemed Italian American Poet, Artist, and Professor Maria Mazzotti-Gillan. Listen in as Professor Gillan shares her evocative poetry and personal stories at the Poetry Center at Passaic County Community College, p...
UNICO Scranton Chapter Lights Up the Night with 'A Night in Broadway' Charity Gala
It was a night where the glitz and glamour of Broadway met the heart and soul of Scranton, Pennsylvania. Over 250 guests, dressed to the nines, stepped into the Radisson Hotel, which for one night, transformed into a slice of New York City's famed theater district. The occasion? The UNICO Scranton Chapter's annual charity gala, this year themed 'A...
"Twenty-five women who shaped the Italian Renaissance"
Monday, March, 11 at 6:00pm. Doors will open at 5:45. 600 Chestnut Street, Suite 956 Philadelphia, PA. The Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia is pleased to announce the presentation of the book "Twenty-five women who shaped the Italian Renaissance" by Meredith K. Ray. The book is a dynamic account of some women who contributed to the develo...
Christopher Columbus lives to sail another day in Virginia
It appears that Christopher Columbus has lived to sail another day in the commonwealth. Before crossover at the General Assembly, the House Committee on Rules opted not to take up action on a measure, patroned by Del. Paul Krizek (D-Alexandria), to replace “Columbus Day” with “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” in the commonwealth. As similar effort has been...
Filitalia International Marks Milestone with Leadership Appointments & Distretto Italia
Filitalia International, the Italian-American organization committed to preserving and promoting cultural heritage worldwide, proudly announces significant developments in its organizational structure and leadership. On February 19, 2024, Filitalia International unanimously elected Alessandro Sparacio (Delaware County, PA Chapter) to its esteemed B...
Over 100 relics of Christ, Holy Family, saints to be displayed at New Jersey parish
An exhibit that includes more than 100 relics of Jesus Christ, the Holy Family, and numerous saints will be exhibited at a parish in northern New Jersey on Saturday, Feb. 24, from noon to 7 p.m. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Oratory in Montclair, New Jersey, will host the exhibit at its Capozzelli Hall on 94 Pine Street. The parish is located in the Dio...
Dunmore native to be honored at UNICO charity ball
The annual Scranton Chapter of UNICO National Charity Ball is set for Saturday at the Radisson at Lackawanna Station hotel in downtown Scranton, according to chapter President Peter Cognetti. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7. Reservations are needed and may be obtained by calling 570-499-1534 or email here. The chapter has been publicly r...
Across the Great Atlantic: art of the Italian diaspora in the Americas of the 20th century begins this week in DC
The OAS AMA | Art Museum of the Americas, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Cultural Center, the Permanent Observer Mission of Italy to the Organization of American States, and the Italian Cultural Institute of Washington announce Across the Great Atlantic: Art of the Italian Diaspora in the Americas of the 20th Century. This exhibition fea...
UNICO Rehoboth hosts Italian movie night, Carnevale celebration
UNICO Rehoboth Area Chapter celebrates Italian heritage and culture with the annual Italian Movie Night each year in January. A segment from the “Don Matteo” series is shown, in Italian with English subtitles, while members enjoy food from Nicola Pizza, popcorn and other snacks. Proceeds from this event are used to prepare Easter baskets for childr...
Philly is planning an expanded 'Rocky' festival to drive global tourism
Devoted fans of the "Rocky" franchise stunned Philadelphia planners in December when the city held its first Rocky Day outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Sylvester Stallone, the writer and star of the classic films, was greeted by.thousands of people – including some from distant countries – who had come to celebrate boxing's greatest fictiona...
Memorial Mass for Father Lydio Tomasi Celebrated at Holy Rosary Church
A memorial Mass for Lydio Francesco Tomasi was celebrated by Fr. Walter Tonelotto and Reverend Thabang Nkadimeng at Holy Rosary Church on February 17, 2024. Francesco Isgro, President of CISC Italian American Museum of Washington DC gave the eulogy. Maria Marigliano and the Holy Rosary Church Choir provided the music. In Memoriam: Fr. Lydio Frances...
Italian American Toddler Goes Viral With Spot-on Jersey Accent
Gia, an Italian American toddler from New Jersey, has become social media’s latest star, gathering millions of likes and views with her unmistakable East Coast accent. The newfound fame is all thanks to Gia’s Aunt Christina. “My niece has an accent, so I’m going to say words without an accent to show you all,” Christina said, holding Gia in her arm...