Orange Business Bella Italia Honored at Essex County Italian Heritage Month Celebration
On Wednesday evening, October 16, the Essex County Board of County Commissioners held its annual Italian Heritage Month celebration, continuing a tradition of more than 30 years of honoring the accomplishments of individuals of Italian heritage. This year, special recognition was given to the Granata family, owners of Bella Italia Restaurant in Ora...
art exhibition > Mosaico | Italian code of a timeless art
The Embassy of Italy to the United States, the Italian Cultural Institute of Washington, and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation present the exhibition “Mosaico | Italian code of a timeless art”, a multimedia immersive exhibition hosted at Dupont Underground conceived with the artistic and creative direction of Mag...
Beloved Italian market on College Hill opens 2nd location in Palmer Township
Giacomo’s Italian Market and Grille on College Hill, a favored place by locals looking to grab a cheesesteak, has expanded to a second location. The owners of Giacomo’s opened their new shop at 4041 Penn Highway in Palmer Township, the site of the former Miller’s Paint & Wallpaper building, on Saturday. Owner Sal Famularo said that opening second l...
The Grapevine: Sons and Daughters of Italy Gather in Marion County in Observance of Columbus Day
Over 100 members of the Morgantown Sons and Daughters of Italy and the William Marconi Lodge Sons and Daughters of Italy gathered to observe Columbus Day. The combined clubs met at Muriale's Restaurant in Fairmont WV on Monday, Oct. 14 for a buffet dinner. The two lodges have been planning combined meetings throughout the year to exchange ideas and...
Rehoboth UNICO opens 2024-25 season with pizza get-together
The Rehoboth Area Chapter opened its 2024-25 season with a get-together at Nicola Pizza on Sept. 19. A calendar of events and meetings continuing “Service Above Self” and supporting local and national charities was presented with special emphasis given to Italian heritage and culture. Members benefit from association in a national organization off...
Discover the Untold Stories of Italian Immigrants: A Tribute to Long Branch's Rich Heritage
Italians in Long Branch, at the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center, NJ, celebrates the history and legacy of Italian immigrants who made Long Branch their new home in the early 20th century. This exhibit pays tribute to the strength and spirit of the Italian immigrants who settled in Long Branch and whose legacy continues to shape the city. “It’s b...
Scholarships and Celebrations: Primavera Lodge Honors Young Achievers and Gears Up for a Joyful Christmas Party
Primavera Lodge returned to the Edgewood Country Club, in June 2024, for its annual Lodge Memorial Mass and Luncheon to honor our deceased members. As always, the mass is celebrated with the reading of the names of all our deceased members. Thank you to Father Carmen D’Amico for joining us and celebrating the mass. In addition to the memorial servi...
Italian Heritage Fall Festival in Towson, MD
Saturday, October 19 · 11am - 7pm EDT. Courthouse Court - 401 Bosley Avenue - Towson, MD. Come join us for a celebration of all things Italian in Towson at the Towson Court House Square and surrounding streets. Indulge in delicious Italian cuisine, enjoy live music, and participate in fun activities for the whole family. Immerse yourself in the ric...
Parsippany Honors Italian Heritage with Flag Raising Ceremony on Columbus Day
On October 14th, Columbus Day, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio was joined by the Morris County Sons of Italy Chapter 2561 for a special Italian Flag Raising Ceremony at Town Hall. Mayor Barberio, along with Sons of Italy President Joe Jannerone and former Council President and Sons of Italy member Mike dePierro, raised the Italian flag f...
Hudson County Executive Craig Guy Honors Italian Americans
Hudson County Executive Craig Guy, Board of Commissioners Chairman Anthony Romano, and the Board of Commissioners celebrated Italian-American heritage with a flag raising and celebration at the Historic Brennan Courthouse on October 13, followed by the Annual Columbus Square Park wreath laying on October 14th. These events honored and recognized t...
Woodland Park (NJ) and Roma Club Celebrate Italian Heritage with Columbus Day Flag Raising
On Sunday, Woodland Park and the Roma Club gathered for the annual raising of the Italian flag to commemorate Columbus Day, marking the event’s ninth year. The event celebrated not only Christopher Columbus but also the rich heritage and contributions of Italian Americans. The flag-raising was a moment of pride for the community, with attendees ref...
Westfield (NJ) Celebrates Columbus Day with Speakers, Music, Treats
Several dozen members of the community gathered in Mindowaskin Park Sunday, Oct. 13 for the annual Westfield Christopher Columbus Day ceremony, sponsored by the Westfield Italian-American Club and the Greater Westfield chapter of UNICO. Beyond discussions regarding the voyage Christopher Columbus sailed centuries ago, speakers praised the many achi...