September - October 2009

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009SONS OF ITALY NEWS

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009(ISSN 0038-1446)VOL. LXXXIV - NO. 5

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GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTSNew England’s Largest Italian-American Newspaper

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The 54th Annual Grand Lodge of Massachusetts Scholarship Awards Luncheon sponsored by the Charitable & Educational Trust Scholarship Commission, was held on Sunday, May 17, 2009 at the Braintree Sons of Italy Hall.

One of the most signifi cant contributions we make as an organization to our commu-nity is through our Scholarship Awards Program. Every year our Charitable and Educational Trust, along with many individ-

ual donors provide over $40,000 to approximately 50 graduating high school students who are continuing their education.

This year there were a total of forty scholarships awarded. Twenty-six of which were given in the name of Massachusetts Past Grand Venerables and State Presidents, and fourteen which were donated by indi-vidual members and/or fi lial lodges.

54TH ANNUAL GRAND LODGE OF MASSACHUSETTSScholarship Awards Luncheon

by Dorothy Berlandi

BOWLING TOURNAMENTby Dorothy Berlandi

Scholarship Chairwoman Patricia Provenzano presents President Florence Ferullo Kane with flowers in appreciation for being Guest Speaker.

On Sunday, April 19, 2009 the Woburn Bowl-adrome was the setting for the Bowling Tourna-ment. Sports Commissioners in attendance were: Chairman Steven Cedrone, Commissioners, Anthony Cucchi, Tina Helton, Richard Sacca and Liaison Offi cer Anna Sacca.

Women’s Division – 10 Teams:Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057, Woburn Ladies

Lodge #1584, Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 (2 teams), Fiore D’Italia Lodge #1640 (2 teams), Venezia Lodge #374 (2 teams), Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183 (2 teams).

High Single: (96) Jean McGovern, Fiore D’Italia Lodge #474, Newton; (96) Lori Cotton, Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584, Woburn. Team: Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington, (Mary Patterson, Beth Alfonso, Lois Landry, Lynne Martell. High Triple: (276) Beth Alfonso.

Men’s ‘A’ Division – 3 Teams:Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilm-

Left to Right: James DiStefano, Richard Sacca, Tina Helton, Sports Chairman Steven Cedrone, Anna Sacca, Anthony Cucchi and Anthony Panaggio, Jr.

ington; Piave Fiume Lodge #1036, Watertown; Venezia Lodge #374, Rockland.

High Single: (144) Chris Appiani, Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington. Team: Venezia Lodge #374, Rockland (Brian Nastasia, Mark Mahoney, Bob Rota, Chris Pasciuto). High Triple: (341) Chris Pasciuto.

Men’s ‘B’ Division – 9 Teams:Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057, Winthrop;

Joseph Gorrasi Lodge #1406, Woburn (2 teams); Sgt. Guido Petrilli Lodge #1606, Roslindale; Venezia Lodge #374, Rockland (2) teams; Piave Fiume Lodge #1036, Watertown; Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington (2 teams).

High Single: (138), Angelo Giuseppe Ron-calli Lodge #2183, Wilmington. Team: Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington, (Ernie Marttoli, Arnie Aprile, Joe Martell, Tom Bamberg). High Triple: (319) Joe Martell, Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183


2009 OctoberItalian Heritage Month

Post Office Box 185, Medford, MA 02155-0185 ■ [email protected] 617-499-7955 ■ www.ItalianHeritageMonth.com

Honorary ChairmanDr. Liborio Stellino, Consul General of Italy,

Dr. Stephen Maio, ChairmanCav. Kevin A. Caira, President

Cecile Bianco, Vice President for AdministrationSalvatore Bramante, Vice President Fiscal Affairs

Lucia Clark, Recording SecretaryDr. John Christoforo, Director of Education

Rina Crugnale Burgey, Co-Director of Public RelationsAnna Quadri, Co-Director of Public Relations

Dr. Spencer DiScala, HistorianJim DiStefano, State President OSIA, Director

Hon. Joseph V. Ferrino, Chairman EmeritusHon. Peter W. Agnes, Jr., Chairman Emeritus

Comm. Lino Rullo, President Emeritus

America in History Landing of ColumbusDesigns created & implemented by Constantino Brumidi (1805-1880)

the Michelangelo of the United States Capitol

OCTOBER IS ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH COMMITTEE

Thursday,October 1

DeadlineOctober 15

Months ofOctober, November

Tuesday,September 22 toNovember 24

The Annual Kick-off event this year will be held at the Grand Staircase of the State House from10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attend with friends and family and show yoursupport for October Italian Heritage Month! A proclamation by Governor Deval Patrick will be read. Honored Guest: Consul General of Italy, Dr. Liborio Stellino.A wonderful program has been planned, so please join us! Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

C.A.S.IT. joins with the Consulate General of Italy to sponsor a poster and essay contest celebrating the 400th anniversary of Galileo Galilei. The contest forstudents of elementary through high school age offers prizes from $50 to $250. Selected winners will be invited to join Dr. Carlo Cipollone at a special exhibit ofGalileo’s instruments at Harvard University. The contest deadline is October 15th so top prize winners can be recognized at the Harvard University GalileoConference the following week. Teachers affiliated with C.A.S.IT. will be notified of contest guidelines by mail. Other interested parties may contact C.A.S.IT. fora copy of the guidelines at [email protected]. will also be present at the annual conference of the Massachusetts Foreign Language Association held in Sturbridge at the Host Hotel onOctober 30th and 31st. Materials and other resources for teachers of Italian will be available in the Exhibition Hall.

Participate in the October Italian Heritage Month Committee’s Essay Contest! Middle School & High School students write a 300 word essay on the “ContributionsMade by Italians or Italian Americans to World Civilization”. Prizes, cash awards and certificate of participation. Essays are due by Dec. 1, 2009.

Italian Language Classes, beginner. Fall Session, September 2009 REGISTRATION TUESDAY, SEPT. 15 at 7-8:30 p.m.Realty World Advantage Office, 880 Boston Rd., Billerica. Sponsored by the Sons of Italy Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584.

Grand Staircase, State House, Boston, MAContacts: Dr. Stephen Maio (781) 245-6536Kevin Caira (978) 657-7734,Lino Rullo (781) 862-1633,Hon. Joseph Ferrino (617) 569-2110

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Mail essays to 473 Appleton St.,Arlington, MA 02476Contact: John Christoforo: [email protected].

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NO. 5 - September/October 200984TH YEAR OF PUBLICATION

STATE COUNCIL JAMES DISTEFANO State President CARMELITA BELLO State 1st Vice President ANTONIO SESTITO State 2nd Vice President FLORENCE FERULLO KANE Immediate Past President ROBERT BONCORE, ESQ. State Orator RON HILL State Recording Secretary CATHERINE BOURASSA State Financial Secretary MICHAEL DISTEFANO State Treasurer

STATE PAST PRESIDENTS KEVIN A. CAIRA JOSEPH A. RUSSO CHARLES H. PERENICK ANGELO FURNARI PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ. JOSEPH S. GIUFFRIDA HON. STATE PAST PRESIDENT PETER B. GAY, ESQ.

STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT NO. 1 LOUIS E. FLORIANI, JR.

DISTRICT N0. 2 MARGARET CAMPBELL

DISTRICT NO. 3 FRANCO BATTISTA MATTHEW J. EZEKIEL

DISTRICT NO. 4 DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO

DISTRICT NO. 5 DENISE FURNARI

DISTRICT NO. 6 MARIE JACKSON

DISTRICT NO. 7 THERESA FARINA

AT-LARGE CAROL ROSSI RICHARD R. SACCA JOHN J. SILVA, JR.

STATE CHAPLAINREV. GREGORY MERCURIO

President’sMessage

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from James DiStefano

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Dear Brothers & Sisters,I would fi rst like to thank all

the state delegates who showed their belief and trust in me to acclimate me as your new state president.

I must thank immediate past state president, sister Florence Ferullo Kane, for the outstand-ing job she did in her two years as our state president. She was an inspiration to many of our sisters and brothers. Thank you for all that you did for us.

To the outgoing members on the state council, I would like to thank you for all the hard work that you put into your positions.

To all the new members of the state council, I welcome you and ask you to roll up your sleeves and get ready to work.

This year’s convention at the Radisson hotel in Nashua New Hampshire brought many changes to our state council, with myself as the new state president, Carmelita Bello as the new 1st. State president, Antonio Sistito as 2nd state president, Robert Boncore as our new orator, Ron Hill as the recording secretary, Mike DiSte-fano as our new treasurer, and Cathy Bourassa as our fi nancial secretary, the new trustees are Margret Campbell, Franco Bat-tista, Denise Furnari, Dr. John Cristoforo, John Silva and Carol Rossi.

Conventions just don’t hap-pen, there is much work that goes on to make a convention successful, and those people who worked hard must be thanked.

My thanks go out to the con-vention coordinator, Michele Caira Nortonen, secretary Rita Maletta-Robak, treasurer Theresa Farina, ad book chair people, Mary Ann Bello, Michael DiStefano, and Ron Hill, Ital-ian night, Marie Jackson, Lisa Luther, Rita Maletta-Robak, raffles, Michael DiStefano, Antonio Sestito, Richard Vitali; appreciation luncheon, Ron Hill; candidates night, Past State Presidents Charles Peren-ick, Joseph Russo; Memorial Mass, Mary Ann Bello, Eleanora

DiRuzza, our Chaplin Fr. Greg-ory Mercurio; Golden Lion Re-ception, Tina Helton; Golden Lion Banquet, Richard Farina; Installation of Offi cers, Dorothy Berlandi, Phil Boncore, Charles Perenick, Joseph Russo; Pot of Gold, Michael DiStefano, Matthew Ezekiel, Theresa Farina; merchandise sales, Orazio Buttafuoco, Edmund Demko, Louis Floriani, Tina Helton, Marie Jackson, Anna Sacca, Adriana Guida; also thanks to John Saladino and Stephen DeAngelis for directing Sergeant-at-arms, Monitors, Master & Mistress of Ceremo-nies, and Flag Bearers.

A special thanks for a great job done by sister Barbara DeStefano and her committee on Credentials & Registration, Arthur Bennett and his com-mittee on Budget & Finance, Kevin Mercadante & Robert Pacetti, and their committee on elections, James Ficco & Antonio Sistito State Orator and their committee on laws, and to all Presidents who at-tended the President’s Cabinet Meeting, thank you all for your participation.

A special thanks goes out to the Benefi t Insurance Commis-sion, President Walter Robak, Treasurer Anthony Panaggio, Secretary Catherine Bourassa, and all the Commissioners for the efforts on behalf of the Grand Lodge.

To Paul Guida and the offi ce staff, all I can say is thank you, thank you, and thank you.

At this convention, the del-egates listened to many great speeches during Candidate’s Night, where many last minute decisions were made, to vote for candidates of their choice.

Summer is usually a slow time of year in the sons of Italy, but our summer has been very busy.

On July 13 & 14, I was in-vited to a national leadership meeting in N.Y., along with Past President Joe Russo and Benefi t Insurance Treasure Anthony Panaggio Jr., to discuss upcom-ing national convention issues.

August 9 to 15, Kathy and I spent in San Diego California at

our National Convention, where Massachusetts had Kevin Caria elected as 2nd National Vice President, Rita Maletta-Robak elected as National Recording Secretary and Walter Robak and John DiPinto were elected as National Trustees. We in Massachusetts should be very proud to have these Brothers and Sisters representing us at the National level, along with the 20 delegates that attended the National Convention.

I would like to thank the Walpole Foxboro lodge for in-viting Kathy and me to their cookout, and I look forward to attending a function at all lodges.

As we all know October is Ital-ian Heritage month. We should all show the great pride we have as Italian and as members of the Order Sons of Italy. Please help support all the different functions during the month of October, starting with the kick off at the State House on October 1st.

Attention all bocce players! On Sunday October 4th we will hold our annual bocce tourna-ment at the Watertown lodge. Come see if you can beat the defending champs from Water-town, and Natick.

The best way to show your support for the Order Sons of Italy is to participate in our functions, and show your pride by attending our Columbus Day Parade on October 11th. This year’s parade will be held in the North End of Boston, please let’s have a great showing.

On November 8th we will cel-ebrate our Memorial Mass at the Don Orione Madonna Queen Shrine, in East Boston. This is our way of remembering and thanking our deceased mem-bers for all their hard work for the order.

Once again I ask that you support all of our functions and enjoy the fraternity that you get as a member of the Sons of Italy.

Kathy and I would like to wish all our brothers and sisters a healthy and happy fall season.

God Bless you all and God Bless the Order Sons of Italy.

Members of the DiStefano family.

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009 SONS OF ITALY NEWS PAGE 3

The dream that Dr. Vincent Sellaro, our founder, envisioned is clearly stated in section © under PURPOSES of our Con-stitution; “to encourage the dissemination of Italian culture in the United States and up-hold the prestige of the people of Italian heritage in America.” I fi rmly believe that the core mission of our Grand Lodge, all fi lial lodges, of each and every member is the cultivation and dissemination of our very rich heritage. Absent that mission, our agenda becomes social and charitable only. Our name defi nes us.

I write out of gratitude for having been appointed Cultural Commissioner for the Grand Lodge by our newly acclaimed president, James DiStefano. The task of discovering, culti-vating and disseminating all aspects of the Italian language and culture is daunting. I write to ask for your support and encouragement.

I am a retired secondary teacher of Italian and French for the past twenty-seven years. More recently as vice-president of my lodge, I have directed a Culture Series for the past three years with growing success. In that capacity I was able to connect with untold sources of expertise in the Italian culture from academia, the business world and private enthusiasts. This will be my model.

A defi nition of the word cul-ture can be pervasive. I sub-scribe to a defi nition of culture as the best that an ethnic com-munity produces to advance civilization. The pervasiveness and influence of the Italian culture is immeasurable. Was Mazzei the father of American vintners? To what extent did Beccaria’s words infl uence our

Declaration of Independence? Did Sacco and Vanzetti force a review of American justice? How important was Michelangelo in completing the cupola of St. Pe-ter’s? There is an untold wealth of stories and questions in the worldwide spread of the Italian culture.

My immediate task is to write to each lodge, by district, to es-tablish a rapport with the presi-dent or a designated cultural offi cer. I wish to apprise each lodge of a list of expert speak-ers within the purview of each lodge. I will do everything pos-sible to help each lodge generate and maintain a cultural agenda. This is a venue for reaching out to the general public, in effect potential members. These ex-pert speakers are of high quality and most entertaining.

The fi rst item on my commit-tee’s agenda will be fund raising in order to help defray visitor ex-penses. My personal task will be to connect with as many lodges as possible. All lodges will be apprised of eligible speakers and their fi eld of expertise.

A look to our demographics will validate a somewhat strati-fi ed, aging population. In part, our mission must be to reach out to a continuously homog-enized American youth. Our junior lodges are few. Universal admiration for the Italian cul-ture is sought after and can be the vehicle with which to induce membership.

Yes, this task is daunting but possible. I plead your sup-port and in return I promise enlightenment, entertainment and pride in our heritage.

In closing I ask that you heed my call. My last thought recalls wonderful words of Giuseppe Verdi, “You may have the Uni-verse, if I can have Italy.”

OUR MISSION IS

Dr. Sellaro’s Dream

Culture Commission News ...

Submitted by Patrick (Patrizio) MorenoItalian Culture Chairman

[email protected]

Hello, my Brothers and Sisters. Here we are ready to begin another productive year and with your help it will be assured. We had a great Grand Lodge Convention in June and National Convention in August in San Diego. I con-gratulate all of those who were elected to or appointed to vari-ous positions.

I thank President James DiStefano for appointing me as Chair of the Organization & Education Commission. If any-one is interested in becoming a member of this commission, please let me or the Grand Lodge offi ce know. Thanks!

To refresh the memories of those who might have forgotten, the Organization and Education Commission instructs the fi lial lodges on the ideals, purposes and rules of the Order through visitations, publications, semi-nars and meetings. It also oversees the organization of new

lodges, including the proper installation of offi cers and ini-tiation of members.

Our Organization & Educa-tion web site which is linked to our Grand Lodge web site has been updated. We are in the process of developing a page that allows you to contact those lodges that have e-mails/web sites. This will give us all the opportunity of communicat-ing easily with each other. To visit the web site, go to: www.osiama.org and click on Organi-zational & Education link.

In checking our National Sons of Italy web site: www.osiama.org under Massachusetts Lodg-es, I found that there were a few who had e-mails listed, but in some cases were no longer functional. I contacted those lodges and others who had web sites to contact National with their updated web sites and/or e-mail addresses. If your lodge has a web site and/or e-mail ad-

dress that’s not on our web site, I would appreciate you contact-ing me at [email protected] with that information.

I am happy to announce that the Grand Lodge through National has received a gentle-man’s name who wishes to start a new lodge in Manchester, NH. We are, presently, in contact with him. We are also in contact with the group in Gorham, ME who still want to become mem-bers of the Order Sons of Italy in America.

We have available electroni-cally a “New Membership Book-let” that you might want to reproduce for all the new mem-bers in your lodge. If you want an e-mail copy, contact me at my e-mail address.

I will keep you all updated as the year progresses. The O & E’s fi rst meeting was held on Thursday, September 10th, at the Grand Lodge Conference Room.

Organization & EducationNews Corner ...

by Stephen A. Cozzaglio, Chair

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54th Scholarship Awards Luncheon (Continued from Page 1)

Speaker; Scholarship Chairman Patricia Provenzano; Commis-sioner Margaret Cedrone; and Commissioner Debra Cedrone.

At this time State Chaplain Reverend Gregory Mercurio of-fered the Invocation.

Fasano’s Catering of Brain-tree served a very delicious luncheon of salad, roast stuffed pork with vegetables and des-sert. We thank Fasano’s Cater-ing for the delicious meal and always going that extra step.

It was now time to commence with the Scholarship Awards and Scholarship Chairman Patricia Provenzano greeted all and thanked her commission for their unflagging commit-ment and hard work in the success of this year’s Scholar-ship Awards Luncheon. And, again she added “Without their enthusiasm and dedication to the scholarship program, this luncheon would not be the suc-cess it is today.”

The first presenter of the Scholarship Awards was Com-missioner Debra Cedrone. The recipients were invited forward

Scholarship Commissioner Michael Maresco served as Toastmaster for this luncheon. He acknowledged the recipients as they fi led into the hall and then introduced the head table guests, State Trustee Mary Ann Bello, Liaison to the Scholar-ship Commission; Jr. Divi-sion Chairman President Lisa Panzieri Hill; Chairman of the C&E Trust Ruth-Ann Berlandi; National 3rd Vice President and Public Relations Chairman Dor-othy Berlandi; State President Florence Ferullo Kane, Guest

Jamie KangBelmont

The Saverio Romano Award

Christine GangneJohn B. Breglio Award

Charlie ChungJohn B. Saporito Award

David BakerMillis

Luigi Fiato Award

Erin HanniganJoseph T. Zottoli Award

Nicholas AvanzatoVincent Brogna Award

Marisa MorinGreenland, NH

Felix Forte Award

Laura MurphyBoylston

Michael A. Fredo Award

Michelle RizzaAnthony Julian Award

Philip TabernerMethuen

Joseph Silverio Award

Gabriella RiggieriJohn Guarino Award

Emma SantoroPaul D’Agostino Award

Maria CarabelloDublin, NH

Peter E. Donadio Award

Michelle A. PriorAldo A. Caira Award

Kelsey GayLouis W. Salvatore Award

Evelyn OrlandoMilton

Guy Arigo Award

Lena CavalloEast Weymouth

Henry Frissora, Jr. Award

PHOTOUNAVAILABLE

Lisa MazzottaNorwood

Joseph Gorrasi Award

to accept their awards from State President Florence Ferullo Kane and Chairman of the C&E Trust Ruth-Ann Berlandi.

The Saverio Romano Award was presented to JAMIE KANG of Belmont who ranks 3rd in a class of 280 students. Jamie will attend Massachusetts Insti-tute of Technology with a major in Biology. She is one of twelve students nationally selected to participate in a summer lab research internship at the Clark Scholars Program.

CHRISTINE GANGNE is the recipient of the John B. Breglio Award and ranked 1st in a class of 137 students. Christine will be attending Dartmouth Col-lege with a major in Romance Languages. In a demanding program of exclusively Hon-ors and Advance Placement courses, she has maintained a 4.2 GPA. Among her many notable recognitions are a Com-mendation from the National

Merit Scholarship Program and an AP Scholar from the College Board.

The recipient of the John B. Saporito Award is CHARLIE CHUNG. He will be attending Cornell University with a ma-jor in Chemistry and Chemical Biology. Charlie ranks 2nd in a class of 350 students. With a grade point average of 4.9, is evidence of his strong academic ability. He is the recipient of the Harvard University Book Award, National Merit Scholar-ship and the Worcester County Superintendents Association Scholar Award.

DAVID BAKER from Millis will be attending Williams Col-lege, and is the recipient of the Luigi Fiato Award. David is the recipient of the Harvard Book Prize, History Award for high-est average and Massachusetts Association of School Superin-tendents Award.

The Joseph T. Zottoli Award was presented to ERIN HAN-NIGAN. Erin ranked 2nd in her class of 159 students. A member of the National Honor Society and a recipient of the Holy Cross Book Award and the All-Around Academic Achieve-ment Award. Erin will attend American University with a major in Musical Theatre.

NICHOLAS AVANZATO is the recipient of the Vincent Brogna Award. Nicholas will be attend-ing UMass Amherst majoring in Sports Management with a minor in Communications. He is Co-chairperson of the Massa-

Vanessa GueliMethuen

Charles H. Perenick Award

Sam IngemiFitchburg

Angelo Furnari Award

State President Florence Ferullo Kane (center) with 1st Vice President James DiStefano and wife Kathy.



Julia BindaPhilip R. Boncore Award

George CiocioloJefferson

Joseph S. Giuffrida Award

Steven FavazzaRockland

Joseph Russo Award

Susan ConsolatiLee

Kevin A. Caira Award

Tomas FullerWoburn

Florence Ferullo Kane Award

Stephen MoscaThe Honorary President

Peter B. Gay Award

Joseph ZucchiAngelo Giuseppe Roncalli

Lodge #2183 Award

Richard SaulnierAldo A. Caira Memorial Award

Nicholas MagliozziWoburn Ladies Lodge

#1584 Award

Shelby HornAndover

Wakefi eld Lodge #1734 Award

Megan LuppiWakefi eld Lodge #1734 Award

Molly RomanoSouth Berwick, ME

The Benefi t Insurance Commission Award

(In Memory of Elizabeth Cipolla)

Andrew SacconeFather Licata Memorial

Scholarship Award

Aaron McCabeLucy Ann Walach Memorial

Scholarship Award

Annalisa FaroPasqualina Ciardello Memorial

Scholarship Award

Matthew GordonCommission for Social Justice

Award

Angela BauerMansfi eld

Alex Cedrone Memorial Scholarship Award

Armando McLaughlinLawrence Ladies

Lodge #2026 Award

Krista MuzzioliBelmont

Maria Montessori Lodge#1744 Award

chusetts Interscholastic Athlet-ic Association Student Advisory Committee, and a member of the Class Council.

MARISA MORIN from Green-land, NH will be attending Georgetown University majoring in Government with a minor in Psychology. She is the recipient of the Felix Forte Award. Marisa is the winner of the Portsmouth High School Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award, National Music Theory Award and a pin for outstanding volunteer service at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

The recipient of the Michael A. Fredo Award is LAURA MUR-PHY from Boylston, MA. She will be attending Guilford Col-lege with a major in Chemistry. Laura has won the Wellesley College Book Award, Telegram and Gazette Student Achiever and Highest Honor Roll. She is President of the National Honor Society and Treasurer of the Model United Nations.

LISA MAZZOTTA of Norwood, is the recipient of the Joseph Gorassi Award. Lisa will be attending UMass/Dartmouth majoring in Business. Lisa is a member of the Spanish National Honor Society and Students Against Destructive Decisions as well as Spirit and Friendship Clubs. She is also the recipient of the Junior Achievement Titan Award.

The Anthony Julian Award is presented to MICHELLE RIZZA. She will be attending Hofstra University majoring in Theatre Education. Michelle is a mem-ber of the National Honor Soci-ety, recipient of many Theatre Awards. She is the President of the Drama Club, Board Member of the Interact Club and Vice President of the Honors Choir.

The second presenter Lisa Panzieri Hill continued on with the following recipients.

PHILIP TABERNER of Meth-uen will attend the University of Connecticut. He is the re-cipient of the Joseph Silverio Award. Philip is a member of the National Honor Society. Has re-ceived awards and prizes in All-Star Track, Junior and Senior year. Philip has been a valued member of the Peer Leaders Program and was selected as a Student Ambassador of Central Catholic.

GABRIELLA RIGGIERI is the recipient of the John Guarino Award. She will be attending Massachusetts College of Art & Design majoring in Graphic Design. Gabriella was the Ju-nior and Senior Class Treasurer and all four years played on the jazz, a guitar and percussion ensembles.

The Paul D’Agostino Award was presented to EMMA SAN-TORO. Emma will be attending Colgate University where she will major in Biology to pursue her goal of becoming a physi-cian. She was president of the National Honor Society, on the Presidents List four years, and she was a National Swim Coach

All-American Award Winner for three years.

The Peter E. Donadio Award was presented to MARIA CARA-BELLO from Dublin, NH. Maria will be attending the Univer-sity of Vermont majoring in Nutrition/Pre-Med. She was a member of the Spanish Club, and Band all four years. She has volunteered teaching Span-ish to Kindergarten students, tutored Algebra and has done roadside cleanup for the town of Dublin.

MICHELLE A PRIOR is the recipient of the Aldo A. Caira Award. Michelle will be attend-ing Miami University (of Ohio) majoring in Anthropology. Mi-chelle was Vice President of the Student Council, a member of the National Honor Society, and a recipient of the Presidential Award for Academic Excellence and Book Award from the Uni-versity of Rochester.

KELSEY GAY is the recipient of the Louis W. Salvatore Award. Kelsey will be attending Bentley University majoring in Account-

ing. She is President of Student Government, member of the National Honor Society, DECA, and a Peer Leader. Kelsey at-tained High Honors for all four years.

The recipient of the Guy Arigo Award is EVELYN ORLANDO of Milton. She will be majoring in Physics with a minor in English Literature. Evelyn is the recipi-ent of the Cornell Book Award, French Book Award, and a

Benefit Insurance Com-mission President Walter “Sony” Robak presents Molly Romano with the Benefit Insurance Commis-sion Scholarship Award.


Adam J. RussoCornelia dei GracchiLodge #1583 Award


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Sunday,September 27

Wednesday,September 30

Wednesday,September 30

Entire month ofOctober

Thursday,October 1

Thursday,October 1

Thursday, Oct. 1 andMonday, October 5

Friday,October 2

Saturday,October 3

Saturday,October 3

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Sunday,October 4

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Monday,October 5

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Monday, Oct. 5, andFriday, October 9

Tuesday,October 6

Tuesday,October 6

Club Italia is hosting their Annual Dinner Dance. Dinner and Dancing Italian Style! 7:00 p.m. $65.00 per person.

Chicken Barbeque. 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Sponsored by OSIA Marlboro Lodge #240. Refreshments. $10.00 adults, $5.00 children.

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias. 3 p.m. Refreshments served. Free and open to the public.Join us at our Italian Festival in downtown Haverhill. Music, Food and Games. Sponsored by the Sons of Italy Victor Emanuel Lodge #1646 of Haverhill.

Pomeriggio Italiano 4:00 p.m. Once again Lucia Clark invites you to spend an Italian afternoon at her house in Boxford in celebration of our Italian Heritage.She’ll have Italian food and drinks, films and music, bocce and Italian cards games. A donation for the October Italian Heritage Month is suggested.

Travel and Cruise Night. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Travel show with representation from several cruise lines and vacation companies. Mediterranean and Caribbean Cruises,Coastal Cruise Lines, etc. Sponsored by Orsogna Women’s Club and Mystic Valley Travel. Refreshments. Free admission.

Italian Book Club: The Saint of Lost Things by Chris Castellani 6:30 p.m. It is 1953 in the tight-knit Italian neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware. In the shadow ofSt. Anthony’s Church, named for the patron saint of lost things, lives the Grasso family. Maddalena and Antonio express the emotions of many new immigrants —longing for home, family and olive groves; dreaming about the seemingly endless opportunity in the land of the American Dream. Castellani’s book continues thediscussion begun with Sogni d’Oro’s oral history project. Facilitated by professor Susan Williams. Admission: free. Sponsored by the Center for Italian Culture atFitchburg State College.

Lee Library display of Italian American & History of G. Marconi Lodge #1620. Mon.-Wed.-Fri. (10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) Tues.-Thurs. (10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.) Books,pictures, pamphlets, trophies, artifacts. Includes the great immigration from 1880 -1923. Sponsored by the OSIA — G. Marconi Lodge #1620.

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias. 1:00 p.m.

Kiwanian of the Year, Nicholas Moscaritolo, East Boston Club.Social Hour. 6:00 p.m. Dinner: 7:00 p.m. $60.00 per person. Black Tie optional. RSVP

Antonio Meucci—Inventor of the Telephone. Time: 8:30 p.m. (Monday & Thursday) Comcast Cable TV in English, Easton, MA. The cultural programs are alsorebroadcast in Brockton, Stoughton, Avon, Reinham. Speaker: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsored by OSIA John A. Volpe Mixed Lodge #2677.

“Omaggio Alla Musica Italiana” 7:30 p.m. with Leonardo Ciampa, composer & pianist; Bülent Güneralp, bass-baritone; Olga Lisovskaya, coloratura soprano. Programwill include the World Première of an Italian song cycle by Mr. Ciampa based on Dante’s Vita Nuova, also selections from opera, Broadway, pop and Neapolitansongs. Free admission. Donations appreciated.

“Festa Del Raccolto (Harvest Festival)”. 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. A dinner dance with music, door prize, 50/50 raffle. Sponsored by the Burlington SOI Lodge.Tickets are $45.00 by reservation only.

Anniversary Dinner Dance. Celebration of the Augusta Boston Club. A night of Italian music and Italian food. High Achievement Award will be presented to adeserving recipient and a scholarship will be awarded to a qualified student going to college. Music by the Italian Connection. Time: 6:30 p.m. Ticket Price $65.

“The Revelation to Ti Jean”, A presentation by Dr. Benedict Giamo, Professor of American Studies at Notre Dame University and Author of Kerouac, the Word andthe Way. 2:00 p.m. In observance of the 50th Anniversary of the publication of Doctor Sax.

74th Annual Columbus Day Dinner Dance. 6:00 p.m. Sponsored by OSIA Lawrence Lodge #902. Catered dinner dance with music and an Italian meal. A special“Couple of the Year” will be honored. $30.00 per person.

Grand Lodge Bocce Tournament at the OSIA Watertown Lodge beginning at 9:00 a.m. Entry fee $70.00 per team, which includes continental breakfast, lunch andprizes to the winning teams.

Photo Exhibit. Daily from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Through Saturday, October 31st. Exhibit features a collection of Italian posters from the ’50s and ’60s.Co-sponsored by Sons of Italy – Lawrence Lodge #902 and the St. Alfio Society. Light refreshments. Free and open to the public.

Live Broadcast: 1-2 p.m. Radio station AM 1460, Brockton, MA. Topic: entertainment—Italian contributions from Frank Sinatra to Al Martino, etc. Special guest:Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsor: ITALIA OGGI (Italy today), in Italian.

Roslindale Day Parade 1 p.m. Organized by the Roslindale Day Committee. Washington Street, Roslindale. OSIA Sgt. Guido Petrilli Lodge #1606 will sponsor a floatRefreshments served after the Parade at the Sons of Italy Sgt. Guido Petrilli Lodge. Free and open to the public.

The Great Italian Poets. 7 p.m. A panoramic journey of Italian poets, from Dante to modern poets, read in Italian and English translation, followed by a briefdiscussion in which the public is encouraged to participate. Sponsored by the Boxford Town Library and the Boxford Cultural Arts Council. Refreshments served.

Italian Night Dinner. 6:30 p.m. Pot Luck Italian Dinner. Sponsored by OSIA, Veturia Romana Lodge #1200 of Salem. $10.00 per person.

Exploration and discoveries. The contributions of Italian explorers on behalf of European Powers. Broadcast days: Monday at 9:00 a.m., Friday at 6:00 p.m.The show is broadcast in Italian. Comcast Cable TV in Italian, Weymouth, MA, Channel 10. Sponsor: “PROGRAMMA ITALO AMERICANO”.

The Bicycle Runner – A reading by Gwen Romagnoli from the book by G. Franco Romagnoli. 7:00 p.m. The Bicycle Runner is a memoir of the early life of FrancoRomagnoli, a writer on Italian culture and cuisine and host of the PBS series The Romagnolis’ Table. Sponsored by the Medford Public Library. Refreshments.Free and open to the public.

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias. 2:00 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Montvale Plaza, 54 Montvale Ave., Stoneham,Contact: Alberto Mustone (617) [email protected]

Italian American Veterans Post111 Neil Street, Marlboro, MAContact: Frances Brescia (508) 485-4312

Haverhill Chamber of CommerceWashington St., HaverhillContact: Leanne Eastman (978) [email protected]

Call or email Lucia for reservations anddirections: [email protected](H) 978-769-5040 (C) 781-883-2946

Orsogna Plaza, 316 Main St. Everett, MAContacts: Rita Cornello and Sara Sagarese(781) 396-0710 [email protected]

Center for Italian Culture (4th floor)Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library,Fitchburg State CollegeContact: Michèle Wronski [email protected]

Lee Library, 100 Main Street, Lee, MAContact: Stephen A. Cozzaglio (413) 243-3204Sacozzaglioyahoo.com

Adams Senior Center, 20 East St.,Adams, MA Contact: (413) [email protected]

Hyatt Harborside Boston, Harborside Drive,Logan Airport, East BostonContact: Buddy Mangini (617) 650-3442

For information, call Andrea Urdi, Producer:(508) 238-4238 or Orazio: (781) 331-4256

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center41 Hampshire Street Cambridge, MA(617) 876-5160

Crestview, 36 Montvale Ave. Woburn, MAContact: Joanne Squires/Marie Patrick at(781) 245-8255, Rhoda (781) [email protected]

Spinelli’s Function Facility, Route 1 South,Lynnfield, MA Contacts: Sam Pustizzi(781) 667-7776, Andrea Costa (781) 662-2752

Lowell National Historical Park, Visitor’sCenter, 246 Market Street, Lowell

Sons of Italy, 155 Marston St., Lawrence, MAArmand (781) 688-2258, Larry (978) [email protected]

Grand Lodge of Massachusetts OSIA(617) 489-5234

Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.,Lawrence, MA (Gallery located on 3rd floor).Contact: Armand Buonanno (978) [email protected]

For information, call Andrea Urdi, Producer:(508) 238-4238

Contact: Ron Crowell (617) 323-1600

Lincoln Hall, 561 Main Street, Boxford, MAContact: Diane Giarusso (978) [email protected] Clark: (978) [email protected]

Christopher Columbus Club,24 Margin Street, Salem, MAContact: Rosemarie Connell (978) 745-2560

Announcer & Executive Producer:Orazio Z. Buttafuoco (781) 331-4256

Medford Public Library, 111 High St. (Rt. 60 inMedford Square) Contact: Barbara Kerr,Assistant Director of the Medford PublicLibrary (781) 395-7950 www.medfordlibrary.org

1344 Hyde Park Ave., Hyde ParkContact: Ruth Harcovitz (781) [email protected]

Tuesday,October 6

Thursday,October 8

Thursday,October 8

Thursday,October 8

Thursday, Oct. 8 andMonday, Oct. 12

Friday,October 9

Saturday,October 10

Saturday,October 10

Sunday,October 11

Sunday,October 11

Sunday,October 11

Sunday,October 11

Monday,October 12

Monday,October 12

Monday,October 12

Monday, October 12

The Italian Americans (1977, 90 min) 3:00 p.m. Documentary film. Free and open to the public.


That’s Amore. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., Showtime at 8:00 p.m. Tribute to such Italian American singers as Dean Martin, Louis Prima, Frankie Valli.$35.00 per person includes dinner/show/dance.

Mystery Trip. 8:15 p.m. Trip includes luncheon, afternoon mystery ride & activities—transportation via deluxe motor coach.Sponsored by OSIA Maria Montessori Lodge#1744 of Belmont. Refreshments. $60.00 per person.

Five Italians (out of 10) who contributed to the progress of mankind. Broadcast: 8:30 p.m. (M. & Th.) Comcast Cable TV in English, Easton, MA. The cultural programsare also rebroadcast in Brockton, Stoughton, Avon, Reinham. Speaker: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsored by OSIA John A. Volpe Mixed Lodge #2677.

First presentation of the Justinian Law Society Lifetime Achievement Award honoring the Honorable Joseph V. Ferrino. Music by Al Vega Orchestra.Black tie optional. 6:00 p.m. Social hour; 7:00 p.m. Dinner. $65 per person.

Sons of Italy Dinner with the Lowell Devils. Join us for an Italian dinner and enjoy a Lowell Devils hockey game. Sponsored by the Billerica, Wilmington and WoburnLadies Sons of Italy Lodges Dinner 4:45 p.m Tickets: $30 per person..

L’ Arte della Danza: Ieri, Oggi e Domani. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Lyrics from New York, Boston and Sicily. $26.00 per person. Refreshments served.Sponsored by the Federazione Siciliana del Massachusetts.

Columbus Day Parade: 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Italian dinner, featuring Providence’s Stephen Palumbo for entertainment. Sponsored by Shrewsbury Street AreaMerchants Association. $25.00 per ticket. Also included in this week’s events is a Bocce Tournament. Wednesday through Saturday with the Finals on October 11,2009. Public school Columbus Day poster contest. To the top 10 winners savings bonds and 200 T-Shirts to the participants.

Book presentation “North End” by author Alex Goldfeld. Introduction by Professor Spencer Di Scala, President of the Dante Alighieri Society. A lecture anddiscussion will follow by author Goldfeld. Books will be available at the event. Begins at 5:00 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Columbus Day Parade in the historical North End of Boston. The parade will assemble at City Hall Plaza on the Cambridge Street side beginning at 11:00 am. TheSons of Italy and members of the Italian Heritage Committee will be in the 3rd Division. The parade will kick-off at 1:00 pm sharp and proceed past ChristopherColumbus Park on the waterfront and through the North End.

Live Broadcast:, 1-2 p.m. Radio station AM 1460.Topic: Entertainment—Italian showmen, from Enzo Stuart to Jerry Vale, et. al. (Mario Lanza).Special guest: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsor: ITALIA OGGI (Italy today), in Italian.

Evening of Italian Song 6:00 p.m. Audience joins in singing old and new Italian songs. Special thanks to Filippo and Anna Frattaroli who provide the beautifulFilippo’s Ristorante, and delicious Italian food and wine for the Pirandello Scholarship Fund. Reservations must be made by callingRosario at (617) 569-7388. Proceeds go to Pirandello Scholarship Fund. $25 member, $35 non-members.


Columbus Day Spaghetti Dinner. Bocce 4:00 p.m. Dinner 6:15 p.m. Our Bocce courts will be open for open Bocce play between 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. followed bya spaghetti & meatball dinner at 6:15 p.m. To be held at the Columbia Cultural Center, 775 John Quincy Adams Rd., Taunton. $10.00 per person.Sponsored by OSIA Columbia Lodge #540 of Tauntion.

UNICO is sponsoring the “Taste of Italy” at the Eastover Resort starting at 6:30 p.m.

West End Branch Boston Public Library,151 Cambridge St., Boston (617) 523-3957

420 Reservoir Ave., Revere, MAContact: Ruth Harcovitz (781) [email protected]

Kowloon Restaurant, 948 Broadway (Rte. 1)Saugus. Contact: Pat Benti (617) 291-3619(781) 233-0077 [email protected]

Departs from VFW Hall, 310 Trapelo Road,Belmont, MA. Marie Bortone (617) 244-2015

For information, call Andrea Urdi, Producer:(508) 238-4238 or Orazio: (781)331-4256

Lombardo’s, Randolph, MA.Contact Justinian President Mario Capano,(781) 599-6056-ext.1 [email protected]

Tsongas Arena, 300 Martin Luther King Jr. WayLowell, MA. Call Lisa Luther (978) 667-1848

The Chevalier Theatre, 30 Forest Street,Medford, MA. Contact: Joanna Bonomo at(781) 461-9950 [email protected]

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church,53 East Central St., Worcester, MAContact: Mark J. Mobilio (508) [email protected]

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center,41 Hampshire Street Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 876-5160

City Hall Plaza on the Cambridge Street side,Boston, MA. For information call the GrandLodge of Massachusetts at (617) 489-5234

For address & Info. Call Andrea Urdi,Producer: (508) 238-4238

Filippo’s Ristorante, 283 Causeway St.Boston’s North End. Contact: Rosario Cascio(617) 569-7388 for reservations

933 Central St., Framingham, MA. Contact(781) 433-0660 [email protected]

Richard A. Simmons, Lodge President(508) [email protected]

For info: Richard Gregory (413) 442-8936




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Monday, Oct. 12 andFriday, October 16

Tuesday,October 13

Wednesday,October 14


Thursday,October 15

Thursday,October 15

Thursday, Oct. 15 andMonday, Oct. 19

Friday,October 16

Friday,October 16

Friday,October 16

Saturday,October 17

Saturday,October 17

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Sunday,October 18

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Monday,October 19

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Monday, Oct.19, andFriday, Oct. 23

Tuesday,October 20

History of Colonial America and Italian contributions. (Wed.) Broadcast days: Mon., at 9 a.m., Fri., at 6 p.m. Comcast Cable TV in Italian, Weymouth, MA,Channel 10. Sponsor: “PROGRAMMA ITALO AMERICANO”.

Film: Big Night (1977, 109 min.) 3:00 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Sun, Light, Water, Flowers—exhibition of paintings by Rosetta Nasisi. The exhibition will continue through November 18, 2009.Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Thursday, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Beginning Italian Utilizing the Sheltered Approach 11:00 AM – 12:00 noon. Class size limited to 20, seven weeks. Tuition: $50.00. The $50.00 will be contributed toRosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women. Tax deductible. The Sheltered Foreign Language Approach is a customized program tailored to teachingforeign language specifically for adults. This approach is based on research conducted by Cummins and Krashen who indicated that adults learners benefit fromusing visual as well as auditory materials when learning a new language. Mr. Trifiletti has prepared his own teaching materials.

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias. 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.

America Dreaming: Joys and Sorrows of Little Italy. 5:30 p.m. Though many common themes run throughout stories of the “immigrant experience,” no single storydefines it. Each immigrant, each community, tells his or her own great American tale, informed by tradition and expectation, family and geography, hope and loss.In this presentation, novelist Christopher Castellani will read excerpts from his novel The Saint of Lost Things, set in an Italian-American community in 1953, anddiscuss its inspirations and backstory. The novel is the second in a trilogy that began with A Kiss From Maddalena, set in Italy during World War II, and will end witha forthcoming novel set in the mid-1990s. Come prepared to share your own stories, and to ask questions about both the novels themselves and the writing process.Facilitated by Professor Susan Williams. Potluck dessert reception. $10/general public; $7/faculty, staff and seniors; $5/FSC students (at the door).Free with CenterStage membership card.

Charles Joseph Bonaparte—Frank Capra: Two great contributors to America. Broadcast: 8:30 p.m. (M. & Th.) Comcast Cable TV in English, Easton, MA. The culturalprograms are also rebroadcast in Brockton, Stoughton, Avon, Reinham. Speaker: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsored by OSIA. John A. Volpe Mixed Lodge #2627.

Porchetta Night. 7 p.m. Dinner and dancing. Dinner includes salad, soup, pasta, porchetta, roasted potatoes, dessert and coffee. $22.00 per person.Sponsored by OSIA Francesco De Santis Lodge #1411 of Natick.

Sicilia Mondo honors Dottore Liborio Stellino, Consul General of Italy in Boston as Man of the Year. 6:30 p.m. 9th Anniversary Dinner-Dance; $50 per person;Music by Enzo Amara. Maria’s Catering.

Italians and Food: Cultural Meanings and Stereotypes, Past and Present. 11:00 pm. - 12:15 p.m. a talk by Maria Concetta Costantini, a visiting scholar from Italy,University of Chieti - Pescara. Dr. Costantini will explore the way Italians are associated with habits of food preparation and consumption (especially abroad), theway they construct their idenity in relation to food and the extent to which cooking and eating habits are changing in Italy (a change that is not easily perceivedabroad). Refreshments. Free and open to the public.

Worcester Sons of Italy Columbus Day Dinner Dance. Cocktails 6:30 and Dinner to follow. $45.00 per person.

Porchetta Party. 7:00 p.m. Full course dinner featuring Porchetta with DJ entertainment. $40.00 per person. Refreshments.

Joe Petrosino: A Centennial Celebration of the Legendary Police Detective. 5:00 p.m. Artistic Director: Luisa Marino, special guest: the Honorable Nino Melito,Grand nephew of Joe Petrosino.

Pasta Dinner & Dancing. 7:00 p.m. Pasta dinner including meatballs, sausage, salad, bread and desserts. Bar will also be available. Dancing to follow dinner.Sponsored by OSIA South Shore Men & Ladies Lodge (Hingham) $20.00 per person.

The Italian Songbook: 1,000 Years of Italian Life and Legends by The Emiliano Loconsolo Ensemble. 8:00 p.m. Cost: $12 advance / $15.00 day of show.Refreshments.

The XVIII Annual Dinner Dance of the Federation of Abruzzesi Organizations (FAA/USA). 6:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening of fine dining complete with wine, music anddancing. The Gold Medal will be awarded to a deserving member of the community. Gold pins will be awarded to distinctive members of each Abruzzese Organization;and a Scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student. Donation: $65.00 per person.

2nd Annual Pre-Halloween Party 6:00 p.m. Event benefits St. Jude’s Research Hospital. Refreshments – Raffles.Sponsored by Sons of Italy – Lawrence Lodge #902. $15.00 per person.

Columbus Day Dinner Dance, 6:00 p.m. sponsored by the OSIA Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Sons of Italy Lodge #169 of Fitchburg.Donation is $25.00 per person.

The Great Italian Immigration and Leopardi’s L’Infinito by Prof. John Alcorn of Trinity College. 2:00 p.m. Followed with a piano concert by internationally acclaimedpianist Maestro Antonio Sottile from Sicily. Sponsored by the Pirandello Lyceum. Free and open to the public.

Live Broadcast: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Radio station AM 1460. Topic: Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro and the founding of the Order Sons of Italy in America, his great legacy.Special guest: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsor: ITALIA OGGI (Italy today), in Italian.

Italian Cultural Lecture: Sicily … where it is … where it came from. 7:00 p.m. Lecture by Attorney Alfred Zappala. Life in Sicily as it is today and its future.Sponsored by OSIA Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584. Refreshments. Free and open to the public.

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. 2:00 p.m. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias.

“L’eredità di Galileo Galilei e la sua funzione educativa nel tempo” 12:00 p.m. A conference on Galileo and the legacy he left, with introduction by Dr. Carlo Cipollone,held by the Italian Department at Boston University. Sponsored by the Consulate General of Italy, Boston. Free and open to the public.

How Italians have influenced the world with their music, literature and art. Broadcast days: Monday at 9:00 a.m., Friday at 6:00 p.m.Comcast Cable TV in Italian, Weymouth, MA. Channel 10. Sponsor: “PROGRAMMA ITALO AMERICANO”

The Kiwanis Club of Medford presents … “A TASTE OF ITALY ” 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Tasting of fine foods and fine wines from some of the areas finest restaurants,bakeries, food and wine establishments. To be held at Accardi & Sons, 85 Commercial St., Medford, MA - Tickets: $35.00.

Announcer & Executive Producer:Orazio Z. Buttafuoco (781) 331-4256.


Consulate General of Italy600 Atlantic Ave., (Federal Reserve Building)17th Floor, Boston, MA RSVP (617) [email protected]

317 Hanover Street, 2nd Floor, BostonTo register please [email protected]

Stoneham Public Library, 431 Main St.,Stoneham, MA. Contact (781) [email protected]

Kent Recital Hall (Conlon Music)Fitchburg State College,160 Pearl St., Fitchburg, MAContact: Mary Chapin Durling (978) [email protected]

For information, call Andrea Urdi, Producer:(508) 238-4238 or Orazio: (781) 331-4256

Natick Sons of Italy, 37 Washington Ave.,Natick. Contact Ben Polagruto (508) 653-5619

Post 440, California St., Newton, MA Contact:Antonio LoNigro, President (339) 206-0817Enzo Amara, Secretary (617) 650-2152

Salem State College, Central Campus,Martin Luther King Room, 352 Lafayette St.,Salem, MA - Anna Rocca: (978) [email protected]

Coral Seafood, 225 Shrewsbury St., Suite A,Worcester, Kevin Mercadante (508) 757-0050

Appian Club, 42 C-4 Pleasant St., Stoneham.John De Leo (781) 391-5173 [email protected]

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center,41 Hampshire St., Cambridge, MA For tickets:(617) 876-5160 (617) 772-9409 (617) 868-6846

88 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, HinghamContact: John Argiro (781) [email protected]

Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad Street,Cumberland, RI. Contact: Emiliano [email protected]

Filippo’s Restaurant, 283 Causeway St.Boston. Rosetta Romagnoli (617) 924-7641Domenico Susi (617) 742-2791 [email protected]

Sons of Italy, 155 Marston St., Lawrence, MA(978) 688-2258

Monoosnock Country Club, 40 MonoosnockAve., Leominster, MA. For tickets call SylviaPoirier (978) 582-6423 or (978) 582-6423

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center,41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA 02139Contact Dorothy Maio, (781) 245-6536

For address & info call Andrea Urdi,Producer: (508) 238-4238

Woburn SOI Hall, 168 Lexington Street,Woburn, MA Elizabeth Sarcia (781) [email protected]

Nahant Town Hall, 334 Nahant Road, Nahant.Contact: (781) 433-0660 or the Library(781) 581-0306 [email protected]

Boston University, Boston, MAContact: Dr. Carlo Cipollone, Director ofEducation, Italian Consulate, Boston(617) 722-9409 [email protected]


For info. call Rita Cornelio, (781) 396-0710Barbara Carli (781) 858-7450

Tuesday,October 20

Tuesday,October 20

Tuesday,October 20

Tuesday,October 20


Thursday, Oct. 22 andMonday Oct. 26

Friday,October 23

Friday,October 23

Friday,October 23

Saturday,October 24

Saturday,October 24

Saturday,October 24

Saturday,October 24

Saturday,October 24

The Sunny Skies of Italy sung by acclaimed soprano, Ruth Harcovitz. 3:30 p.m. Neapolitan songs and operatic arias. A light supper is provided.

“La rivoluzione galileiana: un nuovo modo per guardare il mondo” 6:00 p.m. A conference on Galileo’s contribution to science with speakers, Adolph Caso (of theGalileo Foundation, Boston) and Dr. Carlo Cipollone. The Italian Section at Northeastern University, the Student and Scholar Institute (ISSI) and the Italian CultureSociety at Northeastern University will be participating. Refreshments. Free and open to the public.

Wine Tasting Night. 5:00 p.m. Benefit for Lodge Scholarship and Cystic Fibrosis. Silent auction items include Celtics tickets, Merrimack Golf Club, signed Red Soxbaseball and one year membership to Latidues Gym. Food donated by the Colosseum Restaurant – Wine by Rolivia Wine Imports. $35.00 per person. Sponsoredby OSIA Lawrence Lodge #902.

And They Came to Chicago: The Italian American Legacy (2007, 76 min.) Documentary Film. 3:00 p.m. Free and open to the Public

L’influenza delle scoperte galileiane nel pensiero e nell’arte 12 p.m. A lecture by Dr. Carlo Cipollone on the influence of Galileo’s discoveries on thinking and onart for the students of Italian at Harvard University. Sponsored by the Consulate General of Italy, Boston. Free and open to the public.To be held at Harvard Sackler Museum, 485 Broadway, Cambridge, MA.

Philip Mazzei, Cesare Beccaria, Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro: The inspirators to Thomas Jefferson and to John Adams, and the founder of the Order Sons of Italy inAmerica. Broadcast: 8:30 p.m.(Mon. & Th.) Comcast Cable TV in English, Easton, MA. The cultural programs are also rebroadcast in Brockton, Stoughton, Avon,Reinham. Speaker: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsored by OSIA John A. Volpe Mixed Lodge #2677

Ham and Bean Supper. 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Sponsored by Sons of Italy, Lawrence Lodge #902. $7.00 adults, $4.00 children under 12.For more information or tickets call Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tridenti (978) 688-2258.

Christopher Columbus Halloween Masquerade Ball. 6:30 p.m. Sons of Italy - Figli D’Italia Lodge #2692 of Saugus. Italian Heritage Get Together - Dinner, Dancingand raffles. Dinner catered by Jean’s Caterers. $35.00 per person.

Beer and WineTasting at 6:30 p.m. A tasting of over 65 different wines and beers will be available. Cheese and hors d’oeuvresTo be held at the Columbia Cultural Center, 775 John Quincy Adams Rd., Taunton. $15.00 per person. Sponsored by OSIA Columbia Lodge #540 of Tauntion.

“Galileo’s Telescope and the Beginning of Scientific Revolution and Space Exploration.” 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. An international symposium featuring speakers fromHarvard University, the Agenzia Spaziale Italiana, M.I.T., the Department of Astronomy at UMass Amherst, the Smithsonian Institute, and the Unione Mondialedei Geografi. Also includes a guided visit of the Museum of Science and the observatory at Harvard. Refreshments. Free and open to the public.

Italian Heritage Night. 6:30 p.m. Honoring special individuals of the town and bocce players’ championship team from the league with Italian food, music anddancing. Sponsored by the OSIA Piave Fiume Lodge #1036 of Watertown. $47.00 per person.

Dinner Dance Reunion. Cocktail Hour begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be $55.00 per person. Valet parking is available for $7.00 per vehicle.Joe Tecce’s, 61 N. Washington St., Boston

Pasquale Esposito in Concert A BRAND NEW ME. Concert begins at 8:00 p.m. Pasquale will perform original musical compositions from his new CD in Italian,Neapolitan, Spanish and English as well as some classic Italian and English standards arranged in his distinctive pop-opera style.

Pasta Abbondanza 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Sponsored by the OSIA Burlington Mixed Lodge #2268. Dinner includes pasta, fruit and dessert. Enjoy the music andcamaraderie. $10.00 per adult, $5.00 for children under 12.

Malden Senior Center, 7 Washington St.,Malden, MA Contact: (781) 433-0660 or(781) 397-7153 [email protected]

Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Ave.,Boston. Contact: Dr. Carlo Cipollone, Directorof Education, Italian Consulate, Boston(617) 722-9409 [email protected]

Sons of Italy, 155 Marston Street, Lawrence.Contact: Armand Buonanno (978) [email protected]


Contact: Dr. Carlo Cipollone, Director ofEducation, Italian Consulate, Boston(617) 722-9409 [email protected]

For information, call Andrea Urdi, Producer:(508) 238-4238 orOrazio Z. Buttafuoco: (781) 331-4256

Sons of Italy, 155 Marston St, Lawrence, MA(978) 688-2258 [email protected]

K of C Hall, 1 Knight of Columbus Drive,Saugus, MA. Angela Maraia (781) 233-7660

Richard A. Simmons (508) [email protected]

Harvard Science Center, Harvard UniversityContact: Professor Lucia Lovison Golob,[email protected]. Carlo Cipollone, Director of Education,Italian Consulate, Boston, (617) 722-9409

Watertown Lodge OSIA, 520 Pleasant Street,Watertown. Marcello Stisi (781) 891-5688Steve DeAngelis: [email protected]

Contact: Louis Strazzullo (617) 803-1247 orTina Abate (617) 678-4433

National Heritage Museum, Maxwell Auditorium,33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA. For tickets,call Luisa (617) 484-1557 or (408) 528-6308

St. Margaret Parish Hall, 109 Winn St.,Burlington, MA. Contact: Patrizio Moreno(781) 272-5375 [email protected]

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Comedy Night. 7:00 p.m. Join us for a good laugh as well-known Comedian Bucky Lewis will be performing. Some snacks will be served, but please feel free tobring whatever you like for your table. Cash bar. $20.00 per person. Sponsored by the OSIA Walpole-Foxboro Regional Mixed Lodge #2641.

Fort Devens Memorial Service. 11:00 a.m. Memorial service for Italian and German prisoners of war, who died in America during World War II.

Lunch and Cabaret Show. 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Catered lunch and cabaret show featuring the “Hot Spots” Cabaret Productions.Sponsored by the OSIA Maria Montessori Lodge #1744 of Belmont. $50.00 per person.

Margherita by Anthony E. Gallo, Directed by Roland Branford Gomez, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. presented by The Italian Center of New York City, North End Boston Officeand The Region of Calabria. Margherita Sarfatti and Benito Mussolini, former lovers, meet after a three-year separation. The play takes place during a three-dayencounter in 1939 in Calabria. Margherita is trying to leave the country when a mysterious man wearing a mask arrives. He is her former lover, Benito Mussolini. Theyspar back and forth, and then we immediately learn that there is a love hate relationship, with more hate than love on Margherita’s part. A number of bizarre incidentsfollow. She is well aware of what he wants—the 1,300 letters he has sent her during their 25-year affair. He knows she wants out of the county. And he does playwith her mind. Panel Discussion of Mussolini’s Role in World War II, The Racial Laws, Interment Camp in Calabria and Italy’s involvement with the Holocaust. Thisevent is part of a series beginning with “Italy and the Holocaust: The Calabria Connection.” Free and open to the public.

Live Broadcast: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Radio station AM 1460, Brockton, MA. Topic: Frank Capra—how he revolutionized the world’s cinema.Special guest: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco. Sponsor: ITALIA OGGI (Italy today), in Italian.

Heritage Month Spaghetti Luncheon. 2:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m. Entertainment by Dan and Tony.Sponsored by OSIA Stella Del Nord Ladies Lodge #1436 of Quincy. $15.00 per person

La Tigre y L’Avecita (The Tiger and the Bird) Photo exhibition by Dr. Claudia Camerino. Reception 6:30 p.m. Artistic Director, Dr. Luisa Marino.The exhibition will continue through November 10, 2009.

Authentic Italian Feast (Dine-in or Take Out) 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Come join us for Mamma Romano’s homemade meatball and eggplant sandwiches, frittate, bakedziti, and potatoes and eggs. We will also serve beverages and sweets. $3.50 minimum suggested donation for sandwiches and frittata. $1.00 minimum suggesteddonation for coffee/soda. $1.50 minimum suggested donation for cake, donuts and cookies. $3.00 minimum suggested donation for baked ziti and potatoes andeggs. Bake sale: priced on site. All proceeds to benefit elder programs and English classes at the North End/West End NSC.

Dr. Vincenzo Sallaro, the Founder of the Largest and Oldest Italian American Organization in America: The Order Sons of Italy in America (1905)Broadcast days: Mon. at 9 a.m., Fri. at 6 p.m. Comcast Cable TV in Italian, Weymouth, MA, Channel 10.Sponsor: “PROGRAMMA ITALO AMERICANO”.

Film Primo Levi’s Journey - (2007 - 92 min.) 3:00 p.m. Free and open to the public.

The Ancient Republic of Venice in the Renaissance. 6:45-8:30 p.m. Lecture by Dr. Matteo Casini on the formation of the Republic of Venice and Venetian art ofthe Renaissance. Sponsored by the OSIA Burlington Mixed Lodge #2223. Culture Series. Refreshments included. Free and open to the public.

Italia Unita will host a reception from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to meet the artist, Valentina Oppezzo, a young artist from Casale Monferrato, Italy. She will have herphotographic works on display at the Cultural Center, 80 Border Street, East Boston, MA from October 12 through October 31 Among her photos scenes from Trieste.

An Evening with Roland Merullo 7:00 p.m. Award- winning author Roland Merullo, will talk about his writing and read from his works.There will be time for questions and answers. Sponsored by the Medford Public Library. Refreshments. Free and no registration required.

Polenta Dinner sponsored by the Sons of Italy ITAM Lodge #564 of Pittsfield. Menu: salad, polenta, chicken, sausage, rolls & butter, dessert and coffee.Tickets sold at door.Starts at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds to benefit ITAM Charities. Donation $15.00 per person.

Massachusetts Foreign Language Association 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Very brief description of the event exhibit of Italian books at the primary,elementary and high school level, instructional material and new curriculum.

Giuseppe Uddo, John Messina, A.P. Gionmiri: how they contributed to the progress of the United States. Broadcast: 8:30 p.m.(Mon. & Th.) Comcast Cable TV inEnglish, Easton, MA. The cultural programs are also rebroadcast in Brockton, Stoughton, Avon, Reinham. Speaker: Orazio Z. Buttafuoco.

43rd Annual Banchetto celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Founding of the Don Orione Home and the starting of its Renovation. Reception & Cocktails: 6:30 p.m.Seating: 7:30 p.m. Don Orione Man of the Year Award recipient, Joseph A. Milano, K.M. Tickets: $150 per person. Formal attire.

The Status of the Italian Language in the United States. 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m Presentation will include an overview of the U.S. Department of Education proposalwriting, submission and grant administration and status of the Italian language within the U.S. Department of Education. Presenter: Mr. Robert Trifiletti retired fromthe U.S. Department of Education Foreign Language Division, Washington, D.C. and the Washington Post Company. Mr. Trifiletti was born in Sicily, Italy, graduatedfrom Ohio State University and received his MA from Kent State University and the University of Americas in Mexico City.

Italian Heritage Month Gala. Votto Vines Importing LLC event. The event will feature greater than 50 booths of Italian merchants, organizations and companiesfeaturing food, wine, olive oil, pasta and other products and services and is expected to attract 1,000 visitors from the Southern New England and Tri-State areas.There will also be private seminars, a VIP trade and press hour and prominent guests from the Italian-American community.

Halloween Spooktacular with Lil Paul and Katy. Buffet: 7:00 p.m. Show 9:00 p.m. Halloween Party with optional buffet. Performance by Lil Paul and Katy.Costumes optional – Prize awarded for the best costume. $20.00 – Buffet & Show / $7:00 Show only. Sponsored by the OSIA Venezia Lodge #374 of Rockland.

The History of the Dante Alighieri Society. 4 p.m. This event will present a television program and a book on the history of the Dante Alighieri Society ofMassachusetts, prepared respectively by Stefano Salimbeni of RAI International and Lucia Clark, historian of the Dante Alighieri Society. Refreshments served.Free and open to the public.

The Golden Door (Nuovomondo) film. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. In the early 1900s, a poor Sicilian family leaves Italy in search of a better life in America. Before leaving theymeet a mysterious woman named Lucy, a Brit, who wants to marry someone before the ship reaches the opposite shore. The tough—and sometimes cruelpractices of Ellis Island—are also explored. Miramax Films · D: Crialese · PG-13 · 120 min. · 2007 · in Italian and English with English subtitles Tickets: $7/generalpublic; $5/staff, faculty and seniors; $3/FSC students (at the door). Sponsored by the Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State College.

Ron Della Chiesa to Host “Strictly Sinatra Music America dance party. 8 p.m. Tribute to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Tony Bennett. Dance to Rico Barr’s premieredance band, as they pay tribute to Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Louis Prima, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin & Harry Connick Jr.

Naples—19th Century (Through the works of Matilde Serao). 7:00 p.m. Lecture by Professor Daria Valentini. Refreshments. Free and open to the public.Sponsored by the OSIA Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584

The Hidden History of “The Widow in White” now revealed. How abandoned Southern Italian women suffered untold anguish from 1885 to 1930 by Robert Trifiletti.After literally decades of silence about one of the saddest periods of suppression and ill treatment of Southern Italian women (from 1885 to 1930), this saga will bebrought to light. This topic has been kept “in the dark” because it tells about the horrible consequences of women in Southern Italy whose only fault was that theyhappened to be married to men who deserted them and their children. The story came to life when the spouse of a woman in white divulged his personal story tome, come hear this revelation and its historical significance.

FILM: Vienna of Fuscaldo, Mother of San Francis of Paola (Calabria).The childhood of San Francis is the theme of this touching film which was filmed last springin Fuscaldo. The strength and the ability of this man, who was able to speak to the mightiest on earth and to the weakest, suffering individuals is noted. The filmfocuses on the origin of the mysticism and grandeur surrounding San Francis of Paola presenting his roots and his land of origin. The film crew, mostly Calabresereenacts medieval history in Calabria. Free admission.

Norwood Elks, 152 Winslow Ave., NorwoodContact: Nicole Dwyer (508) [email protected]

Fort Devens. Contact: Lino Rullo orGiovanni Aurilio (781) 862-1633

Lexington Elks, 959 Waltham St., LexingtonContact: Carmela LaFauci or Marie Bongiorno(781) 893-5064 or (781) 646-1124

Harvard Club374 Commonwealth AvenueBoston, MA 02215http://www.harvardclub.com/

For address & Info. Call Andrea Urdi,Producer: (508) 238-4238

Sons of Italy Hall, 120 Quarry St., Quincy, MAContact Michelle Bertoldi (617) 481-1740

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center41 Hampshire St., Cambridge, (617) 876-5160

ABCD North End/West End NeighborhoodCenter, 1 Michelangelo St., Boston. Contact:Lia Tota (617) 523-8125, Ext. [email protected]



Burlington Public Library, 22 Sears StreetBurlington, MA. Contact: Patrick Moreno(781) 272-5375 [email protected]

Please call (617) 561-3201 orwww.italiaunita.org

Medford Public Library,111 High St. MedfordContact: Barbara Kerr, Assistant Director(781) 395-7950 www.medfordlibrary.org

Pittsfield Sons of Italy Hall, 22 Waubeek Rd,Pittsfield, MA. Justin DiNicola (413) 443-0478

Sturbridge Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MAMaria Motta (617) [email protected]

Andrea Urdi, Producer: (508) 238-4238 orOrazio Z. Buttafuoco: (781) 331-4256

Hilton Boston Logan Airport Hotel, E. Boston,Don Orione Home (617) 569-2100

317 Hanover Street, Second Floor,Boston, [email protected]

Downtown at the Omni Hotel at Yale University,New Haven, CT. Contact: Leah Votto, Directorof Public Relations (203) [email protected]

Sons of Italy, 276 Pain Street, Rockland.Contact: Joe Pasciuto (781) 878-8464

Dante Alighieri Society Cultural Center,41 Hampshire St, Cambridge - Lucia Clark(978) 769-5040, [email protected]

Ellis White Lecture Hall, (Hammond CampusCenter), Fitchburg State College Park atWallace Civic Center, take the FSC shuttle.

Raffael’s, 1601 Main St. (Rt. 1A), Walpole.(617) 633-5100 www.MusicNotNoise.com

Woburn SOI Hall, 168 Lexington St., WoburnElizabeth Sarcia (781) [email protected]

Presentation date and location to beannounced. (Please check the Post-Gazette)

Presentation date and location to beannounced. (Please check the Post-Gazette)

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Men’s “B” Division 1st place winners Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington: Ernie Marttoli, Arnie Aprile, Joe Martell, High Triple; Tom Bamberg, Liaison Anna Sacca and Chairman Steven Cedrone.

Women’s Division 1st place winners Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wilmington: Mary Patterson, Beth Alfonso, High Triple; Lois Landry, Lynne Martell, Liaison Anna Sacca and Chairman Steven Cedrone.

Men’s “A” Division 1st place winners Venezia Lodge #374, Rockland: Brian Nastasia, Mark Mahoney, Bob Rota, Chris Pasciuto, High Triple; Liaison Anna Sacca and Chairman Steven Cedrone.

This calendar is current as of the date of this printing.For updates and further information, please visit www.ItalianHeritageMonth.com or call the contact individual listed for each event.




member of the National Honor Society, and the Tri-M Music Honor Society.

LENA CAVALLO from East Weymouth will be attending Boston University majoring in Biology. She is the recipient of the Henry Frissora, Jr. Award. Lena is the recipient of the Grossman Foundation Award and the Underclassman Award in Music. She is a member of the National Honor Society.

The Charles H. Perenick Award was presented to VANESSA GUELI of Methuen. Vanessa will be attending Springfi eld College majoring in Graphic Design and a minor in Communications. Vanessa is a member of the National Honor Society, also the Secretary of the National Art Honor Society. She was on the Yearbook staff and a Senior Citizens Olympics volunteer.

The next presenter was Schol-arship Commissioner Dorothy Berlandi.

The Angelo Furnari Award was presented to SAM INGEMI of Fitchburg, who will be at-tending Fitchburg State College majoring in Graphic Design. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Campus Min-istry, Music Ministry, and the Drama Club. He has been the recipient of Book Awards in his Freshman, Sophomore and Junior years.

JULIA BINDA is the recipi-ent of the Philip R. Boncore Award and she will be attend-ing Boston University majoring in International Relations. She is a member of the National Honor Society as Co-president; Co-editor-in-chief of the school newspaper, a Peer Advisor and a valued member of the Lacrosse team. Her awards include the Trustee Award for Academic Excellence in English, Latin 2, History; Achievement Award Spanish 2, National Latin Exam, the Maxima Cum Laude Award in 2006 and the National Latin Exam Award Summa Cum Laude in 2007.

The Joseph S. Giuffrida Award was presented to GEORGE CIOCIOLO of Jefferson, MA. He will be attending Holy Cross College majoring in Pre Med/Biology with a minor in Span-ish. He is the recipient of the National Honor Society Excel-lence Award in Spanish and the American Legion Leadership Award.

The Joseph Russo Award was presented to STEVEN

FAVAZZA of Rockland. Steven will be attending the University of New Hampshire majoring in Psychology with a minor in Art. He received the “Excellence in Education” Award having com-pleted four years of high school with honor roll status.

SUSAN CONSOLATI of Lee is the recipient of the Kevin A. Caira Award. Susan will be attending the University of Ver-mont. She was the Class Secre-tary of the Student Council. A member of the National Honor Society and the 2007 State Champion on the uneven bars for Gymnastics, and a Mock Trial Anchor for Lee Live.

The Florence Ferullo Kane Award was presented to TOMAS FULLER of Woburn. Tomas will be attending Holy Cross College majoring in Political Science with a minor in Law. Tomas is involved in Youth and Govern-ment, High School Bands, Leo Club, S.T.A.G.E., Student Re-source Offi cer, Math Team and Science Team.

The Honorary President Peter B. Gay Award was presented to STEPHEN MOSCA. Stephen will be attending the University of Toronto majoring in Anthro-pology with a minor in Chinese. He is the recipient of the Nunzio Award for Leadership — Sailing and Leadership Award for Ath-letics. Stephen has also traveled in China.

At this time it was noted that the following Scholarships are the Special Awards. These Scholarships are donated by individual donors and filial lodges of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America. The Scholar-ship Commission acknowledges

these scholarships with sincere thanks and appreciation.

The Angelo Giuseppe Ron-calli Lodge #2183 Award was presented to JOSEPH ZUC-CHI. Joseph will be attending St. Anselm College majoring in Pre-Med/Biology. He is a mem-ber of the National Honor Soci-ety, Bowling Team, Computer Club, Theater Guild, Newspaper Staff, Math League, and Cam-pus Ministry. Recipient of the Distinguished Honors, CCHS Tennis – Unsung Hero Award, Coaches Award, MVC All-Star.

RICHARD SAULNIER was the recipient of the Aldo A. Caira Memorial Award. Richard will be attending either Emerson College or Keene State College majoring in Communications. Richard is a Honor Student, Eagle Scout, a Camp Counselor and a Band Member of the Lon-donderry Marching Band.

The next presenter was Margaret Cedrone.

The Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 Award was pre-sented to ADAM J. RUSSO of Arlington. He will be attending Wheelock College majoring in History with a minor in Educa-tion. Adam is involved in the Alcohol Awareness Program to advise middle school students about drugs and alcohol dan-gers, SADD Students Against Destructive Decisions.

NICHOLAS MAGLIOZZI was the recipient of the Woburn La-dies Lodge #1584 Award. Nicho-las will be attending Framing-ham State College majoring in Psychology/Social Work and a minor in Sociology. He is a member of the National Honor Society, and a recipient of the 2007, 2008 Sportsmanship Award for Cross Country.

SHELBY HORN was the re-cipient of the Wakefi eld Lodge #1734 Award. Shelby of Andover will be attending Northeastern University majoring in Nurs-ing. She is a member of the National Honor Society and the Philosophy Club. Shelby has volunteered at the Lawrence General Hospital in the “Shad-ow-a-professional Program.”

The Wakefi eld Lodge #1734 Award recipient was MEGAN LUPPI. Megan will be attending Quinnipiac University major-ing in Occupational Therapy (a 5 year Masters). She was the Senior Class President, Na-tional Honors Society Historian, Student Council Secretary and involved in Peer Leadership.

The Benefi t Insurance Com-mission Award (In Memory of Elizabeth Cipolla) recipient was MOLLY ROMANO of South Ber-wick, ME. Molly will be attend-ing Endicott College, majoring in Business with a minor in Photography. Molly was a home schooled student attending school in her senior year. She was involved in Varsity Softball, a member of the Interact Club and Recycle Club.

ANDREW SACCONE is the recipient of the Father Licata Memorial Scholarship Award. Andrew will be attending Bryant University majoring in Finance. He is a member of the school’s Life Smarts Team and DECA Chapter. He is also a member of the Massachusetts State Champion Life Smarts team. Andrew is also involved in var-sity soccer.

AARON McCABE is the re-cipient of the Lucy Ann Walach Memorial Scholarship Award. Aaron will be attending Fitch-burg State College majoring in Liberal Arts with a minor in Criminal Justice. Aaron is a member of the Robotics Club, Entrepreneurship Club, and the Humanitarian Club. He is a Rebel Award recipient – Varsity hockey.

The Pasqualina Ciardello Memorial Scholarship Award recipient is ANNALISA FARO. Annalisa Faro will be attend-ing Fisher College majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Man-agement. She is the President of the Sons of Italy Junior Lodge of Lawrence. She is involved in Skills USA. She is the recipient of the 1st Place Techspo Cake Award.

MATTHEW GORDON is the recipient of the Commission for Social Justice Award. He will be attending St. Anselm College majoring in Criminal Justice. He is a member of the National Honor Society, DECA and the Yearbook Committee. He is the recipient of the DECA District and State Achievement Awards.

The Alex Cedrone Memorial Scholarship Award was pre-sented to ANGELA BAUER of Mansfi eld. Angela will be at-tending Worcester State College majoring in Occupational Ther-apy with a minor in Psychology. She is a National Honor Society member and High Honor Roll student. Angela is involved with the Student Mentor Program and Girls Tennis Team.

The Lawrence Ladies Lodge No. 2026 Award was presented to ARMANDO McLAUGHLIN. Armando will be attending Clemson University where he has been accepted to their

Scholarship Committee: Patricia Provenzano, Debbie Cedrone, Michael Maresco, Margaret Cedrone, Lisa Hill and Dorothy Berlandi.

PGA Certifi ed Professional Golf Management Program, where on average only 60 students worldwide are accepted each year. Armando will have a dual degree in Business and Profes-sional Golf Management.

KRISTA MUZZIOLI of Belmont is the recipient of the Maria Montessori Lodge #1744 Award. Krista will be attending either Fairfi eld University or Boston College majoring in Nursing. Krista is considered a dedicated student with nine honors class-es and has distinguished herself in soccer as well as indoor and outdoor track.

At the conclusion of the Awards Ceremony, Chairman Patricia Provenzano thanked State President Florence Ferullo Kane for her support, guidance, and outstanding leadership; to Ruth-Ann Berlandi, Chairman of the Charitable and Educa-tional Trust; and the many special donors who make it pos-sible every year to award these scholarships, to please accept her heartfelt thanks, gratitude and appreciation for their con-tinued support.

She thanked the Grand Lodge Offi ce Staff, Executive Director Paul Guida and Evelyn Belmon-te, to Magazine Editor Pamela Donnaruma and photographer Dom Campochiaro for their professionalism, cooperation and kindness.

C h a i r m a n P r o v e n z a n o thanked the Braintree Men’s Lodge for their warm, gracious and fraternal hospitality. Also thanking all who had helped to make this 54th Annual Scholar-ship Program a success.

The principal speaker this afternoon was State President Florence Ferullo Kane, who thanked Chairman Patricia Provenzano and her committee for an outstanding Scholarship Awards Ceremony. President Kane wished the recipient’s suc-cess in all they undertake, not-ing that success does not come by accident, it comes through planning, believing in one’s self and hard work.

She spoke of the journey that would challenge them as adults and that they should meet these academic goals they have set forth and meet the challenge. She told the recipients “May you continue to pursue excel-lence in the furtherance of your education and be mindful of the values, commitment and dedi-cation your family has shared with you. Today is your day ... Enjoy it ... and be proud of your accomplishments.”

This brought to a close the 54th Annual Scholarship Awards Program for 2009.

Guest Speaker OSIA State President Florence Ferullo Kane.

For more information contact Lisa Luther at 978-667-1848


Thank You Thank YouThank YouDear Grand LodgeSons of Italy,

Thank you for choosing me as one of your scholarship re-cipients. The scholarship will help to defer the cost of my education. I am looking for-ward to my college career. Thank you for assisting me on my journey.

Sincerely,Emma E. Santoro

Dear Mrs. Provenzano and Grand Lodge Members,

Thank you so much for your very generous scholarship. I am very honored to receive it and sincerely appreciate your gener-osity. I am enrolled at Worcester State College in the 5 year Oc-cupational Therapy program be-ginning in September, and I will work hard there and continue to volunteer whenever possible. On behalf of my grandparents, Dick and Pauline McGurin and my family, thank you again.

Sincerely,Megan Luppi

Dear Scholarship Committee,Thank you for selecting me for

this scholarship from the Sons of Italy. It will be greatly appre-ciated and will help me dearly in paying off my college tuition. Also thank you for such a beau-tiful scholarship dinner.

Sincerely,Nick Magliozzi

To whom it may concern,Thank you for the generous

scholarship you have awarded me. It will greatly reduce the burden of college tuition and allow me to pursue challenging intellectual endeavors.

Sincerely,Erin Hannigan

To whom it may concern,Thank you so much for choos-

ing me as the recipient of the Anthony Julian Award. This scholarship means so much to my family and me. It will help me further my education in a great way. I appreciate the thought that was put into this decision. I promise to make the Sons of Italy proud in the future.

Sincerely,Michelle Rizza

Dear Scholarship Committee,Thank you for choosing me

to receive the Commission for Social Justice Award. I am hon-ored to receive this scholarship. Your assistance will help as I begin my journey to becoming a police offi cer.

Sincerely,Matt Gordon

Dear Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America,

Thank you for selecting me as one of the scholarship recipients given by the Charitable and Educational Trust of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America. I am so honored to have received this and proud of my Italian heritage. I look forward to con-tinuing my education in the fall. Thanks again!

Sincerely,Lisa Mazzotta

Dear Ms. Provenzano and the Scholarship Selection Committee,

Thank you so much for select-ing me as the recipient of the Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183 Scholarship Award. I am truly honored to have been chosen to receive this generous award. My family and I greatly

appreciate the Sons of Italy’s contribution towards my edu-cation at St. Anselm College, as well as the delicious luncheon that SOI provided. Thank you again for your generous support. Grazie mille!

Respectfully,Joseph Zucchi

Dear Order Sons of Italy,I am honored to have received

the Michael A. Fredo Award. I would like to sincerely thank you for choosing me. The money will most defi nitely help with my tuition, books and other fees.

Thank you again!Laura Murphy

Dear Patricia Provenzano and the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts,

I am writing to you to thank you for the scholarship that I received from you. Next fall I will be attending Bentley Uni-versity and will be majoring in Economics-Finance. I am ex-cited to start this new chapter in my life and I am lucky that your generosity will help me in my new beginning.

Thanks again,Tomas Fuller

Dear Ms. Provenzano and Members of the Scholarship Commission,

Thank you very much for awarding me the Philip R. Bon-core Scholarship Award. It will definitely help me to have a successful fi rst year at Boston University, and it is an honor to be recognized for both my achievements and my pride in my Italian heritage. I enjoyed the scholarship luncheon. When I receive my fi rst tuition bill I will send it to you along with the scholarship claim form.

Thank you again,Julia Binda

Dear Chairman,I received your letter inform-

ing me that I have been selected to be one of the recipients of this year’s scholarships awarded by the Sons of Italy Grand Lodge. I cannot thank you enough for this honor. Working in the fi eld of Occupational Therapy will be very rewarding where I will have the opportunity to help reha-bilitate those in need. Therapy is a slow process requiring pa-tience and perseverance, but I know that I will be able to help those who are less fortunate. The month of April has been very busy for me as I needed to fi nalize my plans for college. My mother and I revisited my two top choices, Husson Uni-versity in Maine and Worcester State College. After revisiting both campuses, reviewing the curriculum offered by both colleges for the Occupational Therapy Program, meeting with professors in my fi eld of study, and taking into consideration internship opportunities that are offered by both colleges, I have decided to attend Worces-ter State College. Their program is excellent and I feel that it is the right choice for me. I look forward to attending the Schol-arship Award Luncheon on May 17th at the Braintree Sons of Italy and I thank you again for this honor.

Sincerely,Angela M. Bauer

Dear Charitable and Educational Trust of the Grand Lodge of MA,

Thank you so much for honor-ing me with the Special Award

of the Aldo A. Caira Memorial Award. It means a great deal to me. Thank you for helping contribute to the taxing fi nan-cial burden that college is. My parents thank you too. The scholarship awards luncheon was a special event that I felt privileged to attend. Thank you for all you do to help others and make a difference in the world.

Sincerely,Richard Saulnier

Dear Sons of Italy,Thank you so much for award-

ing me a college scholarship, I am both honored and incredibly grateful. I can assure you that it will be of great help as I prepare for my upcoming college career. Thank you again for investing in my future, and rest assured that I will take full advantage of the generosity you have showed me.

With sincere thanks,Maria Carabello

Dear Order Sons of Italy, Grand Lodge of Massachusetts members,

Thank you so much for grant-ing me the Aldo A. Caira Award this spring. The awards cer-emony was beautiful, my Nonie and Grampy were so proud, and your gift was so generous. Know that it will be going towards a very valuable education.

Sincerely,Michelle Prior

Dear Scholarship Commission,Thank you for your generous $1,000 scholarship that I was recently awarded. I was very appreciative and excited to learn that I was selected as a recipient of your scholarship.

I will be beginning my fresh-man year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst this fall majoring in Sports Manage-ment. I plan to pursue a career working in Baseball Operations upon graduating from UMASS. Thanks to you and your generos-ity, I am one step closer towards achieving my college education and pursuing my future goals.

You have lightened my fi nan-cial burden, which allows me to focus more on my education. Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. I hope one day I will be able to help students achieve their goals just as you have helped me.

Sincerely,Nicholas J. Avanzato

Dear Grand Lodge of Massachusetts,

I am honored to be the re-cipient of the Lucy Ann Walach Scholarship. I am the fi rst of my family to attend college out of my siblings, and this generous award will help ease the fi nan-cial burden.

I have enjoyed speaking to many of the lodge members in-cluding the family of Lucy at the award ceremony.

I have just begun my under-graduate career as a freshman at Fitchburg State College and focused on a fi rst rate academic start. My plans, at this stage, are to complete all the prerequisites I will need and then make a fi nal decision on my major after my sophomore year.

Once again, I offer my sincer-est thanks for your continued generosity to the Lucy Ann Walach Scholarship.

Sincerely,Aaron McCabe

Dear State President Jimmy,There are no words to really express our thanks for the

kindnesses extended to us during your convention. You, Immediate Past President Florence Ferullo Kane and the entire Massachusetts delegation were so thoughtful to us and neither of us knows how to properly say “thank you.” Know that we were grateful for every deed afforded us dur-ing our stay.

The convention was truly unique with all of the elections that were held and now that is behind you, and there defi -nitely will be some mending to do. We realize it may be a tough task, however, with your kind, gentle manner this will occur and you will do everything to unite your state. We certainly support you with this diffi cult duty and your administration.

Please accept our best wishes for a wonderful productive term of offi ce with many accomplishments.

Fraternally and sincerely, Lucy F. Codella Joseph E. Fay National Past Historian Past New York State Grand Venerable

Thank You

Recipes from the HomelandHomelandby Vita Orlando Sinopoli

COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

1 pound veal meat1/2 cup chopped celery2 cloves garlic (optional)1 medium onion chopped2 large carrots2 large potatoes1 sprig of bay leaf (optional)1 chicken bouillon cube1 cup water1 full tablespoon capers (in vinegar and water)1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil3 medium-size ripened tomatoes chopped1/2 pound fresh string beans, or 8 oz. can of cut beans, or frozen cut beans.

Line a twelve-inch skillet with canola oil and heat over medium fl ame. Leave bone in if using shoulder chop but remove extra fat from veal shoulder chop. Place veal in heated skillet to sear and brown. Remove meat from skillet and set aside. Add celery, onions and capers to the skillet. Stir until onion is opaque. Do not brown onion. Add a little of the vinegar and water from the capers’ bottle. Add bay leaf (optional) and simmer about two or three minutes before adding chopped tomato pieces. Stir occasionally and cover. Simmer slowly for about three minutes. Meanwhile, dissolve bouillon cube in warm water. Slowly stir in bouillon mixture into skillet. Add garlic and veal into skillet. Cover and cook about ten minutes over medium heat.

Peel and slice carrots into wedge about two inches long. Cut tips of string beans if using fresh beans and wash thoroughly. Peel potatoes and cut into two-inch wedges. Add carrots fi rst to skil-let. Cover and cook them about fi ve minutes before adding string beans and potato pieces.

Add additional water if needed. Cook until potatoes and veg-etables are tender. Season to taste. If bay leaf is used, remove before serving meal.

NOTE: I learned from my mother to vary the recipe by occasion-ally adding a can of mushrooms to the skillet. Another option is to add sliced green peppers or some green peas. In place of potatoes, I sometimes prepare some of my favorite rice and serve it plain or topped with a few tablespoons of sauce from the skillet.

VEAL CACCIATOREVeal Stew Meat or Veal Shoulder Arm Chop

Vita can be reached at [email protected]

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of her memories as a child

growing up in

Boston’s “Little Italy”

and a collection of

Italian family recipes

from the homeland.

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009 SONS OF ITALY NEWS

LODGE NEWS

Every Thursday — Italian Buffet at Cape Cod Lodge #2404, Route 28, Cotuit. For reservations, please call (508) 540-2407 or 420-3172.Every Friday — Dancing at Cape Cod Lodge #2404, Route 28, Cotuit. For reservations (508) 540-2407 or 420-3172.The First Friday of Every Month — Come Come Dance to Live Music Dance to Live Music from 7:30-11:00 P.M., at the Sons of Italy Hall, 520 Pleasant Street, Watertown. A light collation is served. For additional information, please contact Sal at (781) 894-5749 or Mary at (781) 646-8578. Proper dress is required.The Last Friday of Every Month — Arlington Men’s Lodge #1349 sponsors Ballroom Dancing at 7:30 P.M., with music by Trilogy. In October and November the dance is held on the third Friday of the month. For further information contact George Arena at (781) 646-1252.Second Sunday of Every Month — Quincy Sons of Italy Lodge, 120 Quarry Street, Quincy, MA — Meat Raffl e at 1:00 P.M. For information, please call (617) 773-1295.Every Thursday – Progressive Raffl e at the Quincy Sons of Italy, 120 Quarry Street, Quincy. 7:00-9:00 P.M. Tickets: 3 for $5.00. Jackpot grows weekly until hit. For more information, please call (617) 773-1295.November 1-3, 2009 — Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge presents a Trip to Atlantic City. Tour incluces: Deluxe hotel accommodations for 2 nights and 3 days at Bally’s Resort Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Deluxe motor coach transportation with coffee and muffi ns, box lunch, all necessary taxes, gratuities and baggage handling (one bag per person), $20.00 casino slot bonus, two $5.00 food and beverage coupons or $30.00 casino slot bonus. $145 double occupancy. For further information, contact Kitty Ruggiero at 617-924-7774 or Marie Caloggero at 781-899-6879.November 5-14, 2009 — Figli D’Italia Lodge #2692 (Saugus) Trip to Greece. Join us for a specially priced package tour to Greece featuring 4 Nights in Athens PLUS a 4-Night Cruise on a Louis Cruises’ ship to Mykonos, Rhodes, Patmos, Crete, Santorini and Kusadasi. The package includes sightseeing to the most beautiful and famous attractions in Greece as well as most meals. Price of $1799 (for inside cabin on cruise) or $1899 (for outside cabin) includes round trip airfare, 4 nights accommodations in Athens and 4-night Greek Isles Cruise plus more!!! Contact Angela Maraia at 781-233-7660 for complete details and itinerary.

Lodge Events

The Lawrence Sons of Italy presented checks totaling $4,000 to the Veterans Northeast Out-reach Center on August 20, 2009, raised from their 5K and 5 Mile races, Youth races and 5K walk held at Veteran Memorial Stadium last 4th of July at their celebration noting their re-cently received $500,000 grant to provide training and placement for veterans in “green” jobs.

VNOC, located in Haverhill, also offers drug-

Left to Right: State Representative Linda Dean Campbell, Tom Kelley, Secretary of Veterans Services (Medal of Honor Recipient), John Ratka, Director of the VNOC, Lt. Governor Tim Murray; Race Directors Marshall McCloskey and John Mele and Lodge President Armand Buonanno of the Sons of Italy, and Mayor James Fiorentino of Haverhill.

and-alcohol-free transitional and permanent housing to veterans, as well as providing a num-ber of other benefi ts to veterans. Last July 4th

marked the 20th running of the Lawrence Sons of Italy races, and the second year they have been run from Veterans Memorial Stadium. Over this period of time, the Sons of Italy has donated over $75,000 to community based organizations in the Merrimack Valley.

Lawrence Sons of Italy Makes Donation to Veterans Northeast Outreach Center

The Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 of Fitchburg, MA awarded scholarships at its last regular meeting.

William J. Leahy, a graduate of Leominster High School, will attend Assumption College majoring in Biology/Pre-Med.

Danielle L. Jennison is a graduate of Fitchburg High School and is planning to attend the Univer-sity of Amherst majoring in Communications.

From left (back): Scholarship Commissioner Betsy Romano. Front: Ann Savall; William J. Leahy; Danielle L. Jennison; Cameron Trodello; Scholarship Chairman, Russell Poirier; Lodge President, Robert (Bob) Pacetti. Missing from photo were Commissioners Frances Mercadante and Josephine Bilogna.

Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169Awards Scholarships

Cameron Trodello, a graduate of Fitchburg High School, will attend the University of Cali-fornia majoring in Business Administration/Accounting.

In addition to the high school scholarships, Lodge #169 also gives an annual award schol-arship to a student of St. Anthony’s elementary school, which is chosen by the school staff. This year’s recipient is Ann Savall.

The ITAM Lodge #564 of Pittsfi eld awarded scholarships to ten Berkshire County students at a ceremony held on July 6, 2009, at the lodge home. The scholarships were awarded to the following students: Nicholas Avan-zato, son of Joseph and Marianne Avanzato, Taylor DiSantis, son of Nicholas and Dana DiSantis, Jeremy Kratka, son of Larry and Katrina Kratka, Markus Pallos, son of Mark and Marisa Pallos, and Ryan Storie, son of

ITAM Lodge #564 Awards Scholarshipsby Jeanne Bresnehan

Jeffrey and Deborah Storie. The following continuing education stu-

dents were also awarded scholarships: Meaghan Columbari, daughter of Peter and Carol Columbari, Jillian Culver, daughter of John and Judie Culver, Jeffrey Fields, son of James and Joan Fields, Michaela Penna, daughter of Joseph and Teresa Penna, and Liza Valenti, daughter of John and Diane Valenti.

20TH Annual Memorial MassGrand Lodge of Massachusetts

In Memory of our DeceasedBrothers and Sisters

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2009 - 11:00 A.M.

Madonna Queen National Shrine(Main Chapel)

111 Orient Avenue, East Boston, MA

Reception immediately following MassPlease R.S.V.P. with the names of all attendees

NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 23RD

via e-mail to: [email protected]

STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBERSONS OF ITALY NEWS

LODGE NEWS

In Memory

The Grand Lodge received notifi cation of the death of the following members. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts extends sincere condolences to the members of their families.

In Remembrance

INFORMATION ON OSIA MEMORIAMS

DECEASED: _________________________________________________________________________

BEREAVED: _________________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

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Lodge Name and Number City/Town NameWorcester #168 Worcester Libera L. FerdellaVenezia #374 Rockland James W. DurfeeVenezia #374 Rockland Joseph FamuloroITAM #564 Pittsfi eld John C. QuiricoMassimo d’Azeglio #760 Braintree Alfred A. MauceriGiuseppe Mazzini #1115 Revere John A. RussellPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown Joseph R. PuglielliVeturia Romana #1200 Salem Louise McElmon Francesco DeSanctis #1411 Natick Ralph C. DiGiandomenicoStella Del Nord #1436 Quincy Pauline RoyCornelia dei Gracchi #1583 Watertown Eva Aubert Woburn Ladies #1584 Woburn Mary BenulloMaria Montessori #1744 Belmont Mary (Ferolito) BiancoMaria Montessori #1744 Belmont Eleanor (Cardillo) CalogeroMaria Montessori #1744 Belmont Ann MessinaMinerva #1846 Stoughton Lillian TheriaultSouth Shore Mens #1850 Hingham Sylvester A. RaySouth Shore Womens #1851 Hingham Eileen ButtafuocoBillerica Mixed #2268 Billerica Frank ColantuonioSeacoast Area # 2303 Portsmouth, NH Theresa Hersey Greater Boston Renaissance #2614 Boston Jeanne PriviteraJohn A. Volpe #2677 S. Easton Charles J. Peracchi

In Memory ofJean Privitera

by James & Kathy DiStefano

One Line Donation $10.00Small Box 1-1/2 by 1” Donation, $20.00

Medium Box 3-1/2 by 1” Donation, $35.00Large Box 5-1/2 by 1-1/2” Donation, $100.00

Make all checks payable to the Charitable and Educational Trust and mail it tothe Grand Lodge, 93 Concord Ave., Belmont MA 02478.

In Memory ofAngelo Furnari

by Nicholas & Ann Butera

In MemoriamJoseph Tecce by Wakefi eld Lodge #1734

Philip Trapasso by Wakefi eld Lodge #1734

On August 14, 2009, Fr. Rocco Piccolomini was elevated to Monsignor by Pope Benedict XVI. On Sunday, September 13, 2009 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann Parish of Worcester, MA honored him during a Mass and reception. Concelebrating Mass with Msgr. Piccolomini (affec-tionately called Msgr. Rocco), were Rev. Michael Bafaro, se-nior priest and former pastor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann Parish and Msgr. Piccolomini’s long-time friend and fellow priest, Rev. Frank Listro.

Members of 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, members of Mt. Carmel’s Knights of Co-lumbus and organizations of Mt. Carmel Parish including altar servers, Lectors, and Ex-traordinary Ministers of Holy Eucharistic, were among the

many parishioners attending Mass and reception.

During his homily, Msgr. Piccolomini recalled, with hu-mor, the time he fi rst learned from Bishop McManus of his elevation to Monsignor. His deep emotions were clearly felt by all as he explained why he accepted the title of Monsignor; fi rst of all, to honor his parents, who taught him and raised him in and with faith. Secondly he accepted the title to honor his parish the people of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel who had only two monsignors prior to him, Msgr. Giaccomo Maffei and Msgr. Carpinella both of the Diocese of Springfield before Worcester became a diocese. “I grew up with you. I lived with you.” said Msgr. Rocco. “This is a witness of faith that

Chaplain of Worcester Lodge #168 Elevated to Monsignorby Maria L. Sciannameo, EdD

Volunteers for Msgr. Rocco Piccolomini.I received through my parents. Mt. Carmel is a continuation of that faith growing up. I would not have accepted it for myself.” he continued, “... I have found a wonderful spiritual family — Thank you!”

Fr. Frank Listro spoke a few words in honor of his friend, Msgr. Rocco, explaining that all the work Msgr. Rocco has done for the diocese, all the work he has done in serving the four bishops and the work he has done at Mt. Carmel, deserves the recognition. Fr. Listro con-tinued as he explained that as priests, they ...” answer to God and we honor Fr. Rocco for all he’s done and will continue to do.” “But,” he added, “… he cannot do it by himself … and ‘you are the wind beneath his wings’.”

A reception after Mass was attended by many, many mem-bers of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish and members of OSIA Lodge #168. The reception was catered by Michael & Maria’s Catering with many volunteers who served food and refresh-ments, from roast beef to pizza to cheese and crackers, to fresh fruits and homemade desserts

Msgr. Rocco and longtime friend Fr. Listro.

Msgr. Rocco, Fr Listro and Fr. Bafaro concelebrating Mass.

prepared by members of Mt. Carmel which were enjoyed by all in attendance. The festivities lasted through the afternoon.

Worcester Lodge #168 is proud to have Msgr. Rocco as its chaplain. His humor, presence and spiritual guidance have supported its members through the years and we are blessed to have him.

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