A new scholarship program has been established for Maui County students interested in pursuing a career in education and with a strong commitment to environmental and social justice. The Victor C. Pellegrino Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 awards to college undergraduate or graduate students. Applications open Feb. 1., and the deadline is March...
READ MOREOn Dec. 20, World War II Army nurse veteran Regina Benson celebrated her 105th birthday. Born on Dec. 20, 1919 in Philadelphia to Italian immigrant parents, Regina was one of nine children and a twin. Inspired by a sense of patriotic duty, Benson served as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps in Hawaii, Okinawa and Japan from September...
READ MOREThe Amerigo Vespucci, the historic sailing ship and training vessel of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare), is sailing towards Honolulu and will reach the Honolulu Harbor (Pier 9 - Aloha Tower) on July 25th! This stop, from July 25th to 28th, 2024, will mark the 21st stage of its World Tour, following an 18/day, 2,500-mile-long voyage from Los Angel...
READ MOREEvent date: From July 26 2024 To September 08 2024 - Place: Velocity Honolulu, 888 Kapiolani Blvd - For a fee: No. The Italian seas are a vital source of biodiversity for our country, the Mediterranean, and the planet. The photo exhibit Siamo Mare – We Are Sea aims to present an international audience with a fresh perspective on the beauty of Italy...
READ MOREItalian-born Francesco Camuffo brings the art of pasta-making to the islands. His love for homemade pasta and keeping his Nona’s recipe and pasta-making techniques alive inspired him to create Bambino’s. Bambino’s is an authentic and homemade Italian pasta take-out and delivery service in Kakaako. Camuffo, who comes from a small town near Venice, a...
READ MOREGrants honoring Italian American Philanthropist Ms. Maria Manetti Shrem are available through the COMITES (Committee of Italians Abroad), under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in San Francisco, to support students taking the AP Italian Language and Culture Exam in 2024. As an effort to increase the number of AP Italian Language and Culture E...
READ MOREOn the bustling streets of Honolulu, a significant shift in the luxury retail landscape unfolded as Fendi bid farewell to its Ala Moana shopping center location, marking the end of an era. In a strategic move, the Italian fashion powerhouse inaugurated its expansive 3,186-square-foot store at the Royal Hawaiian Center, introducing a fresh chapter i...
READ MOREIt’s the winter season in Hawaiʻi; and while we don’t experience freezing temps, ice or snow, when that temperature gets below 75 degrees Fahrenheit, nearly everyone pulls out their sweaters and jackets. Italian comfort food is a great way to dive into these cold winter days; and by the number of Italian restaurants there are in the islands, it’s c...
READ MOREIt’s tough out there. With the rising cost of living, dining out isn’t as frequent as we’d like it to be. But if there’s one thing that locals don’t mind spending good money on, it’s a celebration. For birthdays, life’s special moments or just because, we love to gather around food. Since its grand opening on Aug. 15, La Bettola Waikīkī has become...
READ MOREHawaii may be a long way away from the rolling hills of Italy, but that hasn’t stopped the essence of Italy from seeping into the islands! Festa Italiana is Hawaii’s exclusive Italian festival, and a vibrant showcase of Italian culture and food. Despite the geographical distance between Hawaii and Italy, this festival manages to bridge the gap, off...
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