September - October 2013

SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2013SONS OF ITALY NEWS

SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2013(ISSN 0038-1446)VOL. LXXXVIII - NO. 5

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The 53rd Biennial National Convention was held August 11-28, 2013 at the Hyatt Re-gency, Penn’s Landing, Phila-delphia, Pennsylvania. The Massachusetts delegation in-cluded 10 National Delegates elected at our State Conven-tion, and 6 delegates based on previously held Supreme Council positions. Anthony Baratta, of Illinois, was elected National President. From Mas-sachusetts, Brother Joseph Russo was elected National First Vice President, Brother James DiStefano was elected National Recording Secretary, Brother Anthony Panaggio Jr. was elected National Historian, and Sister Florence Ferullo Kane was elected as National Trustee. Albert DeNapoli and Philip Privitera were appointed as National Foundation Trust-ees, and Joseph Boncore was appointed as the Vice Presi-dent of the Commission for Social Justice. Additionally, Albert DeNapoli was recog-nized as President Emeritus of the Commission for Social Justice.

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2013 National Convention

The Annual Kick-off event this year will be held on Tuesday, October 1st at the Grand Staircase of the State House, Boston, Massachusetts from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Coro Dante will be performing the American and Italian anthems and other musical selections. Attend with friends and family and show your support for “October Italian Heritage Month!” A proclamation by Governor Deval Patrick will be read. Honored Guest: Consul General of Italy, Guiseppe Pastorelli. A wonderful program has been planned, so please join us! Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For additional information contact: Dr. John Christoforo 781-648-5678, James DiStefano 617-909-5403, Lino Rullo 781-862-1633, Hon. Joseph Ferrino, Ret. 617-569-2110 or Hon. Peter Agnes.

OCTOBER IS ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH IN MASSACHUSETTS.CELEBRATE ITALIAN HERITAGE WITH A MONTH-LONG CALENDAR OF EVENTS.

2013 October Italian Heritage Month

Calendar of Events

James DiStefano, PresidentDr. John Christoforo, Chairman of the Board

Salvatore Bramante, Vice-President Fiscal AffairsMarisa Di Pietro, Recording Secretary

America in History Landing of ColumbusDesigns created & implemented by Constantino Brumidi (1805-1880), the Michelangelo of the United States Capitol

Giuseppe Pastorelli, Consul General of Italy, Honorary ChairmanDr. Spencer DiScala, Historian

Dr. Stephen F. Maio, Director of EducationEmanuele Capoano - Nicola Orichula

Public Relations

Carmelita Bello, State President OSIA, DirectorMaurizio Pasquale, COMITES, DirectorComm. Lino Rullo, President Emeritus

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

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

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THE ANNUAL KICK-OFF EVENT this year will be held at the Grand Staircase of the State House from 10:30 AM–1:00 PM. Coro Dante will be performing theAmerican and Italian anthems and other musical selections. Attend with friends and family and show your support for October Italian Heritage Month! A proclamationby Governor Deval Patrick will be read. Honored Guest: Consul General of Italy, Giuseppe Pastorelli. A wonderful program has been planned, so please join us! Freeand open to the public. Refreshments will be served.LOCATION: Grand Staircase, State House, Boston, MA. COORDINATORS: Chairman Dr. John Christoforo 781-648-5678, James DiStefano 617-909-5403,Lino Rullo 781-862-1633, Hon. Joseph Ferrino, Ret., 617-569-2110, Hon. Peter Agnes

Florence Ferullo Kane Joseph Boncore

Joseph Russo James DiStefano Anthony Panaggio Jr.

Philip Privitera

The 2015 National bud-get was passed without any increase in per capita, but

with a change to the amount of per capita collected for Social members. The delega-

tion approved of a plan to allow Social members to vote, though they still may not hold of-

fi ce.As a result, the Supreme Lodge will now collect full per capita for every Social member. The initiation fee collected for new members will also increase from $3.00 to $8.00.

Donations topped $300,000 for the National Charities, such as the Cooley’s Ane-mia Foundation, the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Au-tism, the Alzheimer’s Associa-tion, and other charities. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts contributed approximately $30,000.


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STATE COUNCIL CARMELITA BELLO State President ANTONIO SESTITO State First Vice President RONALD HILL State Second Vice President JAMES DI STEFANO Immediate Past President DENISE FURNARI State Orator MARIE JACKSON State Recording Secretary MARGARET OLIVIERI State Financial Secretary DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO State Treasurer

STATE PAST PRESIDENTS FLORENCE FERULLO KANE KEVIN A. CAIRA JOSEPH A. RUSSO JOSEPH S. GIUFFRIDA PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ. CHARLES H. PERENICK

STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT 1 STEPHEN COZZAGLIO

DISTRICT 2 MARY ANN BELLO

DISTRICT 3 CHARLES DE STEFANO

DISTRICT 4 RICHARD MATLAK

DISTRICT 5 MARISSA SESTITO

DISTRICT 6 JOHN SAVASTANO

DISTRICT 7 LARRY GIORDANO

AT-LARGE JOHN ARGIRO MARISA RANALLI RODOLFO VISCOMI

STATE CHAPLAINREVEREND GREGORY MERCURIO

BENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION ANTHONY J. PANAGGIO JR., President

MARJORIE CAHN, TreasurerPAUL DI BONA, Secretary

CHAIRMEN OF PERMANENT COMMISSIONS

NATIONAL OFFICERS JOSEPH A. RUSSO, National First Vice PresidentJAMES DI STEFANO, National Recording Secretary

ANTHONY J. PANAGGIO JR., National HistorianFLORENCE FERULLO KANE, National Trustee

PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ., National Past PresidentALBERT DE NAPOLI, ESQ., National Foundation TrusteePHILIP PRIVITERA, ESQ., National Foundation Trustee

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MARK MOBILIO - VINCENT PERRI - ROSS ZAGAMI

Dear Sisters and Brothers:We are moving into the won-

derful Columbus Day celebra-tions and parades. I urge all of our members to take part in their local parades and show your Italian-American pride.

Unfortunately, there are many forces trying to redact the holiday and discredit Columbus and his accomplishments. As Americans of Italian descent, this holiday represents all of the contributions to America and to the world by Italians and Italian-Americans. We are proud of the fact that much of the world’s art is in Italy, we revel in the genius of Leon-ardo DaVinci, Michelangelo, and others; we enjoy sharing the delicious food, music and warmth of our ancestral land. Humanitarian contributions by Mother Cabrini, educational progress through Maria Mon-tessori, leading-edge politics with Geraldine Ferraro, and the business acumen of Amadeo Giannini, founder of Bank of America, and Lee Iacocca, who turned around a bankrupt

Chrysler Corporation, make us proud.

Thomas Jefferson’s “all men are created equal” is credited to his contemporary Phillipo Mazzei, not to mention that the name ‘America” comes from Amerigo Vespucci, a map maker. We must be vigilant to ensure that Columbus Day is observed and respected.

I compare Columbus Day to St. Patrick’s Day. Every March, our Irish-American brothers and sisters celebrate this holi-day to revel in their heritage. Most stores sell decorations, t-shirts, fl ags, and much more that show Irish themes. There are no protests about it being a religious observation or who St. Patrick was, his motives or actions. It is a pure celebration of ethnic pride. St. Patrick’s Day in the middle of March has a large following whether it’s freezing, snowing, or other harsh weather. Irish progeny go all out to support this holiday.

I join in with my Irish friends and dress in green, eat corned beef and cabbage, and drink the

obligatory green beer. I’m happy to celebrate their heritage.

Yet every Columbus Day we are put on the offensive defending the man and the holiday. Let’s get out there and participate in a parade, get your friends and families to the parade route, organize a community celebration to edu-cate others in what Columbus Day is about. On Columbus Day weekend hang an Ital-ian fl ag, and wear something showing your pride in your heritage. Let’s work together to keep this holiday alive. Remem-ber, October is Italian Heritage Month.

I will defend the right of any-one to celebrate their heritage, their culture: just leave my holiday, Columbus Day, alone. Allow us to showcase contribu-tions of our community and celebrate the unique aspects of the Italian experience.

Let’s have a strong showing this holiday and let the world know that we are united in our resolve to keep Columbus Day alive.

Cari Sorelle e FratelliCi stiamo avvicinando alle

celebrazioni della giornata di-Colombo ed alle sfi late. Esorto tutti i membri dell’Ordine di partecipare alle sfilate locali mostrando il vostro orgoglio italo-americano. Sfortuna-tamente esistono delle cor-renti che si stanno adoper-ando di eliminare questa festa per screditare Colombo e cio’ che realizzo’. Da americani, di origine italiana, questa festa testimonia i tanti contributi dati all’America ed al mon-do dagli italiani e dagli italo-americani. Noi siamo orgo-gliosi del fatto che circa il 45% dei capolavori artistici si tro-vano in Italia. E ci piace festeg-giare i geni di Leonardo da Vinci, di Michelangelo (Buon-arroti), e di tanti altri artisti; ci piace condividere il bel cibo, la musica ed il calore della terra dei nostri avi, come pure il contributo umano di Madre Cabrini, il progresso educativo di Maria Montessori, la politica d’avanguardia di Geraldine Ferraro, l’acume degli affair di Amedeo (Pietro) Giannini, il fon-datore della Banca d’America (Bank of America), e Lee Iacocca che reorganizzo’ la fallimentare compagnia Chrysler, che ci rende tanto orgogliosi.

La frase che “… tutti gli uomini sono creati uguali ” fu ispirata a Jefferson dal suo con-temporaneo, e vicino di casa, Filippo Mazzei, e ci preme far presente che il nome (del nuovo continente) America origino’ da Amerigo Vespucci, un carto-grafo. Dobbiamo attentamente assicurarci che i festeggiamenti siano osservati e rispettati.

Mi piace tanto paragonare la festa di Colombo a quella di San Patrizio. Ogni anno, nel mese di marzo, i nostril fratelli e sorelle di origine irlandese festeggiano il Santo che fa parte del loro retaggio culturale. Molti

negozi vendono decorazioni, canottiere, bandiere, e tant’altro che rappresentano la cultura irlandesa. Pero’ non ci sono proteste per questa festa che e’ a sfondo religioso: chi era San Patrizio, i suoi motivi ed opere. E’ semplicemente una pura celebrazione di orgoglio etnico. La festa di San Patrizio, celebrato il 17 marzo, attira un largo seguito, che faccia freddo o nevica, spesso tempo cattivo. I discendenti irlandesi si mobili-tano in pieno per questa festa. Mi piace fare causa comune coi miei amici irlandesi, mi vesto in ‘verde’, mangio la carne di bue salata fatta con la verza, e bevo la tradizionale birra verde. Mi piace celebrare il loro retaggio.

Eppure in occasione delle celebrazioni colombiane siamo costretti a difendere l’uomo e la sua festa. Anche quest’anno partecipiamo alla sfi lata, esor-

tate i vostri amici a partecipare con le loro famiglie, seguiamo quelli che sfi lano, organizzate nella vostra comunita’ una festa celebrativa per educare altri sul signifi cato della festa di Colombo. Cerchiamo di lavorare insieme per mantenere viva questa festa. Ricordatevi che il mese di ottobre e’ il mese del retaggio culturale italiano. Io mi impegno a proteggere il diritto di chiunque per celebrare il proprio retaggio culturale, ma lasciateci celebrare la nostra festa, quella di Colombo. Con-cedeteci di mettere in vetrina i contributi della nostra comu-nita’ per celebrare gli aspetti particolari dell’esperienza itali-ana. Partecipiamo, tutti in mas-sa, a questa festa e mostriamo a tutto il mondo che siamo uniti nella nostra determinazione di perpetuare Cristoforo Colombo, con la festa.

Viva Columbus Day.Carmelita Bello, State President

Viva la festa colombiana.Carmelita Bello, Presidente Statale

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PIERO DELLA FRANCESCA’S “MADONNA DI SENIGALLIA” ON DISPLAY. Piero della Francesca’s painting “Madonna di Senigallia,” stolen, recovered and nowlent to the MFA in Boston will be on display at the Museum of Fine Arts. Museum’s Hours – please check schedule.SPONSORS: MFA, Consulate General of Italy, Friends of the Italian Cultural Center (FICC), National Gallery of the Marche Region and Italian Ministry of Culture,Carabinieri Command for the Protection of Cultural Heritage (TPC). LOCATION: Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston MA.

PIRANDELLO LYCEUM ANNUAL MEETING. 6:00PM. Pirandello Annual Meeting followed by a presentation on Healthy Eating with Italian Diet of Herbs and Spicesby Dr. Domenic Amara. Cafe e Dolci. Free and open to the public. SPONSOR: Pirandello Lyceum. LOCATION: Rosaria Ristorante, 190 Main Street, Saugus, MA(Adjacent to Joe Pace & Son). COORDINATOR: President Rosario Cascio 781-245-6536

HERITAGE MONTH DINNER DANCE. 6:00 PM. Kickoff event to Italian Heritage Month. Cocktail hour, dinner and dancing to music by Stephen Savio. Door prizesand raffles. $40.00 per person. SPONSOR: Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 520 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA. COORDINATOR: GrandLodge of Massachusetts 617-489-5234, [email protected]

CULTURAL COMMITTEE AWARDS LUNCHEON. 12 Noon to 4:00 PM. High Achievement Award and Recognition Awards will be presented to deserving recipientsand scholarships will be awarded to qualified students going to college. Multi-course Italian meal. $35.00 per person - Children ages 6 to 12 $15.00 per child.RSVP by September 21, 2013. SPONSOR: Augusta Boston Club. LOCATION: Anthony’s of Malden, 105 Canal Street, Malden, MA. COORDINATORS: SalvatoreBramante, Chairman, 781-393-9820; A. Costa 603-508-6432; V. Gabriello 781-395-9885; G. Lanzerotta 603-437-0055; J. Morello 978-455-9596

THE ANNUAL KICK-OFF EVENT this year will be held at the Grand Staircase of the State House from 10:30 AM–1:00 PM. Coro Dante will be performing theAmerican and Italian anthems and other musical selections. Attend with friends and family and show your support for October Italian Heritage Month! A proclamationby Governor Deval Patrick will be read. Honored Guest: Consul General of Italy, Giuseppe Pastorelli. A wonderful program has been planned, so please join us! Freeand open to the public. Refreshments will be served.LOCATION: Grand Staircase, State House, Boston, MA. COORDINATORS: Chairman Dr. John Christoforo 781-648-5678, James DiStefano 617-909-5403,Lino Rullo 781-862-1633, Hon. Joseph Ferrino, Ret., 617-569-2110, Hon. Peter Agnes

CELEBRATION OF ITALIAN CULTURE THROUGH PUBLISHED BOOKS. 6:00 PM. Lodge donates money for Library to buy books relating to Italian Culture.Refreshments served. Free. SPONSOR: Christopher Columbus Lodge #216. LOCATION: Brockton Public Library, 304 Main Street, Brockton, MA. COORDINATOR:Jacquelyn Bonarrigo 508-584-9450, [email protected]

FILM — “Sacco & Vanzetti.” 6:30 PM. Sacco & Vanzetti brings to life the story of two Italian immigrant anarchists who were accused of a murder in 1920, and wereexecuted in Boston in 1927 after a notoriously prejudiced trial. The ordeal of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti came to symbolize the bigotry and intolerancedirected at immigrants and dissenters in America, and millions of people in the U.S. and around the world protested on their behalf. Decades later, the story continuesto have great resonance, as America once again grapples with issues of civil liberties and the rights of immigrants. Cast: Tony Shalhoub, John Turturro, Arlo Guthrie,Studs Terkel. This movie is: Documentary. Free (must pre-register). 2006, NR, 80 minutes. Language: English. SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West EndMuseum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Kim Whitaker 845-270-2188, [email protected]., http://thewestendmuseum.org/

CONFERENCE “HEAVENLY IMPERFECTION: GALILEO’S DISCOVERY OF SUNSPOTS.” 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, followed by a concert at 5:00 PM. One dayinternational conference on Galileo and Sunspots, marking the 400th anniversary of Galielo’s discovery of sunsposts. Refreshments to be served.SPONSORS: Harvard University, Museo Galileo, Florence and Consulate General of Italy. LOCATION: Riesman Center for Harvard Hillel, Rosovsky Hall,52 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA. LOCATION OF CONCERT: Harvard University Science Center Lecture Hall A, 1 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA.COORDINATOR: Giuseppe Pastorelli [email protected]

FALL HARVEST DINNER/ DANCE. 6:30 PM. Multi-course Italian dinner and music for dancing provided by DJ Angelo Coviello. Mail check payable toALNM - Boston, C/O George Matelli, 40 Squire Road, Winchester, MA 01890. $45.00 per person. RSVP by September 24, 2013 to Marisa Guigli 781-235-3353SPONSOR: Lucchesi Nel Mondo. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 117 Swanton Street, Winchester, MA. COORDINATOR: Marisa Guigli 781-235-3353

4TH ANNUAL ITALIAN HERITAGE GOLF CLASSIC. 7:00 AM. 18 hole Best Ball Scramble Golf Tournament. Prizes to the first place men’s, women’s and mixed(2 men / 2 women) teams. Registration: 7:00 - 8:00 AM. Tee Time: 8:30 AM. $125.00 per golfer. Continental breakfast and buffet luncheon./ $30.00 buffet luncheon only.SPONSORS: Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Italian Heritage Month Committee. LOCATION: Merrimack Valley Golf Club, 210 Howe Street,Methuen, MA. COORDINATOR: Kevin Caira 978-657-7734, [email protected]

THE CAREER OF WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPION TONY DE MARCO. 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Former undisputed Heavyweight Champion Tony DeMarco will give atalk and show a documentary about his career. Tony will also discuss his book Nardo: Memoirs of a Boxing Champion. DeMarco held the title when boxing had onlyeight weight divisions and only eight champs of the world were crown.LOCATION: North End Library, 25 Parmenter Street, North End, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: For details call 617-227-8135.

NEW MEMBER DRIVE - POT LUCK DINNER. 6:00 PM. To celebrate Christopher Columbus Day, we’ve asked each member to bring a a covered dish and a friendwho may want to join our Order! Free. SPONSOR: Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 37 Washington Avenue, Natick, MA.COORDINATOR: Paul McKinley 508-653-9062, [email protected]

INCONTRO MEDAGLIA D’ORO 2013-FAA/USA. 6:30 PM. Awards, scholarship and donation to help fund Italian Language School. Full dinner and dance.$65.00 per person.SPONSOR: Federation of Abruzzi Associations, Inc. USA. LOCATION: Filippo’s Restaurant, Boston’s North End. COORDINATOR: RosettaRomagnoli 857-919-2730; D. Susi 617-924-7641

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS MASQUERADE BALL. 7:00 PM. Dinner, dancing, raffles, lots of fun with DJ Alan LaBella. $28.00 per person.SPONSOR: Figli d’Italia Lodge #2692. LOCATION: Knights of Columbus, 1 Knights of Columbus Drive, Saugus, MA. COORDINATOR: Angela Maraia781-233-7660, [email protected]

IMMERSION IN ITALIAN CULTURE DAY. 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Featuring Singers: Anita Ashur Wakim, Catrina Boncaldo, Jim Porcella; Accompanist: BradleyPennington; Italian Storyteller: Carolyn Martino; Dancers: Ricordi d’Italia with Roving Accordionists; Master of Ceremonies: Dr. Carmen Mariano; Italian Artists,Artisans, Authors, and Vendors. A “Taste of Italy” food sampling from regional Italian restaurants and pizzerias. $20.00/adults; $17.00/Seniors/Students$10.00/children 12-6; Free/under 5; Max. $50.00/per family.SPONSOR: Italian American Cultural Organization. LOCATION: Archbishop Williams High School, 80Independence Avenue, Braintree, MA. COORDINATOR: Virginia M. Polio, 617-842-7174

ITALIAN POTLUCK DINNER. 6:00 PM. Italian Pot Luck Dinner, music, and raffle. $15.00 per person.SPONSOR: Veturia Romana Lodge #1200. LOCATION:Christopher Columbus Society, 24 Endicott Street, Salem, MA. COORDINATOR: Rosemarie Connell 978-745-2560, [email protected]

WEST END MUSEUM ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH HONOREE. 7:00 PM. Honoring current and former West Enders of Italian heritage who have contributed topreserving the culture of the West End and its rich immigrant history ... This years’ honoree: Judge Domenic J.F. Russo. Judge Russo is the retired First Justice ofthe East Boston Division of the District Court. Prior to that assignment, he also served as First Justice of the Milford Division of the District Court, and as ManagingJustice of the Peabody, Lawrence, and Lynn District Courts. Judge Russo was twice elected Chairman of the seven member Commission of the Public EmployeeRetirement Administration Commission (PERAC). Judge Russo is a former recipient of the High Achievement Award of the Augusta Club of Boston, a former WestEnder and a longtime member of the board of directors of the West End Museum and the Old West End Housing Corporation. Refreshments served. Free.SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia [email protected], http://thewestendmuseum.org/

READING CLASSIC LITERATURE: Dante’s Inferno. 7:00 PM. One of three, in a series of three lecture/discussions will include close readings of great literature byDante, Milton and Goethe, with a special focus on the changing literary figure of Satan/Mephistopheles who navigates across these narratives as a mute monster, ananti-hero, and a philosophic companion. No registration is required and any version of Dante may be used. Free.SPONSOR: Friends of the Medford Public Library. LOCATION: 111 High Street, Medford, MA. COORDINATOR: Barbara Kerr (781) 395-7950, [email protected]

PORCHETTA DINNER. 7:00 PM. Porchetta Dinner catered by Oliva’s. $25.00 per person.SPONSOR: Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411. LOCATION: Sons of Italy,37 Washington Avenue, Natick, MA. COORDINATOR: Ben Polagruto (508) 653-4866, [email protected]



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Thursday,October 17 thruSaturday,October 19

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Saturday,October 19

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Sunday,October 20

Sunday,October 20

Monday,October 21

Tuesday,October 22 -Saturday,November 30

PORCHETTA PARTY. 6:30 PM. The Porchetta is our trademark event with a festive and lively celebration among club members and guests. Refreshments will beprovided. $65.00 per person.SPONSORS: Appian Club. LOCATION: 42 Pleasant Street, Stoneham, MA. COORDINATORS: Primo Giusti 781-729-4449 or John De Leo 781-391-5173

CALENDAR PARTY. 7:00 PM. Dinner, dance and raffle with the theme of the 12 months of the calendar. $25.00 per person.SPONSOR: Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, Wakefield Lodge #1734, Regina Margherita Di Savoia Mixed Lodge #1094. LOCATION: Knights of ColumbusHall, 27 School Street Ext., Wilmington, MA. COORDINATOR: Aldo Caira Jr. 978-657-8572, [email protected]

COLUMBUS DAY PARADE. 1:00 PM. North End, Boston, MA.

COLUMBUS DAY INVITATIONAL. 8:00 AM registration. Golf Tourney proceeds to support The Italian Home for Children and The National Italian AmericanFoundation. Buffet breakfast and dinner after golf. Sponsorship packages: Dinner $75.00. Corp Hole Sponsor $150.00, Bronze Foursome Sponser $1,500:00, SilverSponsor $2,500.00, Gold/ Premium Sponsor $5,000.00. SPONSOR: NIAF, Italian Home for Children, RMD Inc. LOCATION: Hopkinton Country Club, 204 Saddle HillRoad, Hopkinton, MA. COORDINATOR: Suzanne Delaney [email protected]

COLUMBUS DAY PARADE. 1:00 PM. Revere, MA.

EVENING OF ITALIAN SONG. 5:30 PM. Lovely timeless Italian traditional songs with audience participation. Beautiful and delicious Italian buffet. $30.00 per person.Reservations necessary. Make check payable to Pirandello Lyceum, PO BOX 565, Boston. MA 02128. Event Chairperson Maria Luisa Saraceni.SPONSOR: Pirandello Lyceum. LOCATION: Filippo’s Ristorante, 283 Causeway Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Nicolane Ciano 617-354-9400

ITALIAN POTLUCK NIGHT. 6:00 PM. Attendees are asked to bring an Italian potluck plate for the dinner buffet table. We will have Italian music and dancing. Free.SPONSOR: Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 520 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA. COORDINATOR: Gerri Cimino 781-772-1582,[email protected]

“SALVEMINI COLLOQUIUM” ON ITALIAN HISTORY AND CULTURE, (also part of the Week of Italian language in the World). 5:30 PM. A lecture, given by ItalianProfessor Emeritus of the University of Turin, Massimo Salvadori on the birth of the Italian Republic, followed by Q&A session. Refreshments.SPONSORS: Center for European Studies, Harvard University, Consulate General of Italy. LOCATION: Lower Level Conference Room, Center for EuropeanStudies, Harvard University: 27 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA. COORDINATOR: Giuseppe Pastorelli, [email protected]

FILM — “Marriage Italian Style (Matrimonio all’italiana)” Honoring Director Vittorio De Sica. 6:30 PM. Domenico Soriano (Marcello Mastroianni) is about to marry,but when he learns that his mistress Filumena Marturano (Sophia Loren) is ill, he stays by her side, learning later that it was a ploy by her to get him to marry herinstead. Cast: Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Aldo Puglisi, Tecla Scarano, Marilù Tolo, Gianni Ridolfi. Director Vittori De Sica. 1964, NR, 101 minutes.Language Italian. This movie is: comedy, drama, romance. Free (must pre-register). SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 StanifordStreet, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Kim Whitaker 845-270-2188, [email protected], http://thewestendmuseum.org/

C.A.S.IT., INC. BOOTH AT MAFLA ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE. SPONSOR: MAFLA.LOCATION: Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA. COORDINATOR: Maria Gioconda Motta [email protected], http://mafla.org/events-2/annual-fall-conference/

LECTURE “MATHEMATICS FOR INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION, LIFE SCIENCES AND THE ENVIRONMENT” (also as a part of the Week of Italian Language in theWorld). 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A lecture on “Mathematics for industrial innovation, life sciences and the environment” by Prof. Alfio Quarteroni followed by a networkingreception. SPONSORS: Consulate General of Switzerland/Swissnex Boston, Consulate General of Italy. LOCATION: Consulate of Switzerland/Swissnex Boston420 Broadway Cambridge, MA. COORDINATOR: Andreas Rufer [email protected]

WEST END ANNUAL DINNER DANCE. 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Hip Pocket Orchestra, Raso’s Catering and surprises. $40.00 per person.SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: Malden Irish American Club, 177 West Street, Malden, MA. COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia 617-416-0718,[email protected], http://thewestendmuseum.org/

MOIRA LO BIANCO TRIO “Lunaria” Release Concert. 7:30 PM. The Moira Lo Bianco Trio, featuring Sweden’s Bruno Råberg on double bass and Italy’s GiuseppeParadiso on drums, will perform her newly-released album “Lunaria.” Light refreshments. Admission $10.00.SPONSOR: Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts. LOCATION: 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA.COORDINATOR: Luisa Marino, VP for Cultural Affairs 617-868-6846, Dante Office 617-876-5160, [email protected], www.dantemass.org

FORT DEVENS GERMAN-ITALIAN REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY. 11:00 AM. The Italian and German community presents a Memorial Service for Italian andGerman prisoners of war who died in America during World War II. This year the graves of the Italian and German military will be decorated by the German-AmericanLadies Society. Attendance of the Italian community is recommended to support the spirit of Italian Heritage. In case of inclement weather a tent will be provided. Free.SPONSORS: Italian and German Community. LOCATION: Fort Devens, Ayer, MA (Signs at the entrance will direct you to the ceremony site). COORDINATORS:Giovanni Aurilio 617-484-3112 or Lino Rullo 617-447-0598

FILM NIGHT (as part of the Week of Italian language in the World). 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Showing of two movies: Le consequenze dell’amore (The Consequencesof Love) by Paolo Sorrentino and Tutti Giu’ (Everybody Sometimes Falls) by Niccolo Castelli. Refreshments. SPONSORS: Consulate General of Swizterland/Swissnex, Consulate General of Italy and the Dante Alighieri Society. LOCATION: Dante Alighieri Society, Carl A. Pescosolido Building, located in the corner ofHampshire and Cardinal Madeiros Ave., 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA. COORDINATORS: Andreas Rufer, [email protected]

COLUMBUS DAY GALA. 6:00 PM. Join the Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 as they celebrate their 100th Anniversary at a Columbus Day Gala.6:00 PM Cocktail Hour, 7:00 PM Dinner. Meal choices: Pork Tenderloin or Baked Haddock. Deadline to RSVP October 9th. $20.00 (Members) $35.00 (Guests).SPONSOR: Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169. LOCATION: Oak Hill Country Club, 840 Oak Hill Road, Fitchburg, MA. COORDINATOR: Sylvia PacettiPoirier (978) 582-1136, [email protected]

YOUNG WOMEN AND MEN IN RENAISSANCE ITALY. 5:00 PM. Join Professor Matteo Casini of Suffolk University at the Dante to find out what historians havediscovered on youth in Italy during one of the most fascinating periods in history. A lecture on society, culture and art. Light Refreshments. Free and Open to Public.SPONSOR: Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts. LOCATION: 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA. COORDINATOR: Luisa Marino, VP for Cultural Affairs617-868-6846, Dante Office 617-876-5160, [email protected], www.dantemass.org

WINE TASTING OF ITALY. 7:00 PM. Tasting of wines from various regions of Italy, with food courses. Description of wines and also music, raffles. etc.$25.00 per person. SPONSOR: Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 161 King Hill Road, Braintree, MA. COORDINATOR: Corinne Fasano781-848-1717, [email protected]

TASTE OF ITALY. 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM. Restaurants from Medford and other cities will be serving Italian food, pastries, ice cream, wine, beer, coffee (regular, espressoand capuccino). Billy Costa from TV Diner will be the host, live auction, many raffle items ... great evening not to be missed. $40.00 per person.SPONSOR: KiwanisClub of Medford. LOCATION: Accardi Foods of Medford, 85 Commercial Street, Medford, MA. COORDINATOR: Rita Cornelio, Mystic Valley Travel 781-396-0710

MEMBERS GALLERY EXHIBIT - “Tony DeMarco at the Boston Garden.” Photographic images of Tony DeMarco’s many boxing matches at the old Boston Garden.Hours: Tuesday – Friday 12:00 - 5:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Duane Lucia 617-416-0718,[email protected]



Tuesday,October 22

Tuesday,October 22

Wednesday,October 23 -November 27


Friday,October 25

Saturday,October 26

Sunday,October 27

Sunday,October 27

Sunday,October 27

Monday,October 28

Tuesday,October 29 &Wednesday,October 30

Tuesday,October 29


Friday,November 8

Wednesday,November 20

Thursday,November 21

FILM — “Salvatore Giuliano” Honoring the filmmaking of Francesco Rosi. 6:30 PM. When Salvatore Giuliano, Italy’s most wanted criminal (and hero), wasmurdered in 1950, his death led to an international media frenzy. In this gritty drama, director Francesco Rosi marshals the facts and myths surrounding the bandit’sdeath. Filming on location and using a cast of Sicilians who knew the real Giuliano, Rosi creates a riveting exposé of Sicily and the interface between Sicilians andthe Mafia. Cast: Salvo Randone, Frank Wolff, Federico Zardi, Pietro Cammarata, Sennuccio Benelli, Max Cartier, Ugo Torrente. Director: Francesco Rosi. 1961, UR,125 minutes. Language: Italian. This movie is: Cerebral and gritty crime drama. Free (must pre-register). SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West EndMuseum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Kim Whitaker 845-270-2188, [email protected], http://thewestendmuseum.org/

LECTURE AND BOOK SIGNING on Anthony Sammarco’s “The History of Howard Johnson’s: How A Massachusetts Soda Fountain Became a RoadsideIcon.” 7:00 PM. This fun event will have a cocktail hour with make-your-own ice cream sundaes. Then, well-known author and Renaissance Lodge, Sons of Italymember, Anthony Sammarco will do a presentation on his new Amazon best-sellers list book, “The History of Howard Johnson’s: How A Massachusetts SodaFountain Became a Roadside Icon.” You can purchase books and Anthony will sign them for you. You can also have a picture taken with the author. RSVP $20 perperson. SPONSOR: Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge #2614 & Stella Del Nord Lodge #1436. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 120 Quarry Street, Quincy, MA.COORDINATOR: Dean Saluti 617-285-6565, [email protected]

ELIO SONSINI - COLORS AND THOUGHTS OF THE SOUL - OPENING RECEPTION. Even in his most recent production, Elio Sonsini, who is defined by many as“An artist of the human soul” loves returning back to find out the personal and moral aspects of his character, and to retrace the most precious paths of his constantsearch of existence. The respect for the elderly-with their wisdom and understanding of life, the love for infancy- with the emphasis of protecting and preserving it fromall types of violence, and above all, the importance of social harmony having as seeds the antique honor codes such as characterized in small town life. This messageis to be given as pure as possible to a hardened and materialistic modern world. These same values exist as themes in all his works and are emphasized with thechoice of either acrylic or watercolor technique. Soft colors plunged in various intensities of light, which give the work a perspective of volume, while the idea of moralfeeling is portrayed. The highest morality of the artist is revealed when he makes a self interpretation of the scene, and by developing the colors of emotion andformulating the structure of its design, he creates a more personal and poetic form of work. On the canvas he expresses his intense desire to recover that which is mostprecious, the Nobility and Sensitivity of man. Refreshments served. SPONSOR: The Gene J. DeFeudis Italian American Cultural Center. LOCATION: 28 MulberryStreet, Worcester, MA. COORDINATOR: Joan D’Argenis, President of the Italian American Cultural Center, [email protected]

CANTI E CANTICI 2013: ITALIAN POETRY WORKSHOP. 9:30 AM. Professor of Italian Rala Diakite leads a project-based workshop in which participants explorethe exquisite poetry of St. Francis of Assisi through dramatic readings and translation. Participants will also create their own poem in English or Italian. Free.SPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University. LOCATION: Ellis White Lecture Hall (Hammond Building). COORDINATOR: Mary ChapinDurling, Cultural Affairs and Special Events of the President’s Office (978) 665-3709, [email protected]

SAINT THOMAS MORE STATUE UNVEILING (Patron Saint of Lawyers). 1:00 PM. The Privitera family, will be unveiling a statue that the family has donated toBoston College Law School in memory of the deceased Jennie “Jean” Privitera. All members of this family are also long-time members of the Renaissance Lodge.The deceased family matriarch, Jean, was loved dearly by all. The statue dedication in her name is wonderful in that she was married to an attorney, Frank, Sr., andall of her children, Frank, Jr., Philip, and Jeannine, are attorneys. This is very fitting and it will be a memorable event for Boston’s Italian community. RSVPs requestedby October 18 to event coordinator for the post-event reception. Free.SPONSOR: Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge #2614. LOCATION: Boston College LawSchool, 885 Centre Street, Newton, MA. COORDINATOR: Philip Privitera 617-666-0300, [email protected]

100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. 6:00 PM. This is the 100th Anniversary Celebration of Worcester Lodge #168. The event is a grand celebration – black tieoptional with food, music, entertainment, and dancing. All are welcome to come celebrate with us! $50.00 per person.SPONSOR: Worcester Lodge #168. LOCA-TION: Worcester Union Station, 34 Washington Square, Worcester, MA. COORDINATOR: Rose Porcaro and Kevin Mercadante 508-852-7154, [email protected]

FASHION SHOW 11:00 AM. Breakfast Buffet and a Fashion Show featuring fashions by TJ Maxx and Terry’s Bridal. $40.00 per person. SPONSOR: Norwood ItalianLodge #1235. LOCATION: Raffael’s, 1601 Main Street, Walpole, MA. COORDINATOR: Delia Bartucca 781-762-6813, [email protected]

MAKE YOUR OWN PASTA. 2:00 PM. Attendees will view a demonstration on how to make homemade pasta, and will have the opportunity to taste varioushomemade sauces provided by Lodge members. Refreshments. $15.00 per person. SPONSOR: Sgt. Guido Petrilli Lodge #1606. LOCATION: Sons of Italy, 30 BirchStreet, Roslindale, MA. COORDINATOR: John Boschetto (617) 417-7687, [email protected]

BOSTON BEL CANTO OPERA presents Duo Operatic Concert. 2:00 PM. Lisa Correnti, soprano; Joanna Porackova, mezzo-soprano and Bradley Pennington,piano. Arias from: Il Barbiere Di Siviglia, La Sonnambula, L’elisir D’Amore; L’arlesiana, La Vestale and Orleanskaya Dyeva. Duets from: Der rosenkavalier, StabatMater (Rossini), Lakmé and Norma. Admission $20.00, $17.00 seniors/students. LOCATION: Dante Alighieri Italian Cultural Center, 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge,MA. COORDINATOR: Bradley Pennington 617-949-6543

SEMINAR “Policies on Biomedical Research – Italian and American Models.” 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This event has the aim to exchange ideas and offer suggestionsand recommendations for biomedical research strategies, providing an analysis on the advantages of conducting research in Italy and the U.S. Speakers includeProf. Ruggero De Maria, Director Silvio Garattini, Prof. Bruno Coppi and Prof. Gary Pisano. Refreshments will be served. SPONSORS: PIB, Consulate General of Italy.LOCATION: American Academy of Arts and Sciences, 136 Irving Street, Cambridge MA. COORDINATOR: Giovanni Abbadessa [email protected]

CONFERENCE ON THE STATE OF ITALY” WITH THE PRESENCE OF THE ITALIAN MINISTER FOR TERRITORIAL COHESION, CARLO TRIGILIA, AND ROMANOPRODI. October 29th: 5:00-6:30 PM. October 30th: 9:00 – 4:00 PM. International Conference on the political and economic situation in Italy and its perspectives.Refreshments will be served.SPONSOR: Brown University. LOCATION: The Watson Institute for International Studies, 111 Thayer Street, Providence, RI. COORDI-NATOR: Massimo Riva, [email protected]

FILM: “The Boston Strangler.” 6:30 PM. The Boston Strangler, who brutally strangled eleven women in the Boston area over an eighteen month period in the early1960’s. Arrested on charges of robbery and assault, Albert DeSalvo admitted to killing 13 women, but the police couldn’t corroborate his story and never broughtmurder charges. While serving a life sentence in prison for sexual assault and robbery DeSalvo was stabbed to death. No one has been charged with the Bostonstranglings and the case remains open. Cast: Albert DeSalvo archive footage. Biography. 1996, NR, 50 minutes. Language: English. This movie is: Serial KillerDocumentary. Free (must pre-register).SPONSOR: West End Museum. LOCATION: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: KimWhitaker 845-270-2188, [email protected], http://thewestendmuseum.org/

CANTI E CANTICI 2013: The Poetry of St. Francis and its Afterlife in Literature, Music, Art and Film. 11:00 AM. Professor of Italian Dr. Rala Diakite sets the stagefor the Canti e Cantici: Il Cantico delle Creature (Praise of the Creatures) performance on November 21st. Dr. Diakite offers a multidisciplinary talk on St. Francis ofAssisi’s remarkable poetry and its resonance in the arts across the centuries. FreeSPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University. LOCATION: Kent Recital Hall (Conlon Music). COORDINATOR: Mary Chapin Durling, CulturalAffairs and Special Events of the President’s Office 978-665-3709, [email protected]

“THE MEANING OF MACHIAVELLI’S PRINCE” Lecture by Professor Maurizio Viroli (Princeton University). 4:30 PM. On the 500th Anniversary of The Princewritten by Macchiavelli, the Italian Consulate along with Emmanuel College will organize a talk on Niccolo’ Miacchiavelli as an Italian Renaissance politician,philosopher, diplomat and thinker. SPONSORS: Emmanuel College, Boston, Consulate General of Italy. LOCATION: Library Lecture Hall, Emmanuel College, 400The Fenway, Boston, MA. COORDINATOR: Giuseppe Pastorelli - [email protected]

CANTI E CANTICI 2013: Songs on Timeless Italian Poetry. 2:00 & 3:30 PM. Workshops with singer Maria Ferrante and composer Michele Caniato. The Canti eCantici 2013 workshops provide an overview and demonstrate singing techniques, compositional process, learning process for performers, collaboration amongmusicians, and recital preparation. The main focus will be on the new work on text by Saint Francis of Assisi to be premiered the following evening. Free.SPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University. LOCATION: Kent Recital Hall (Conlon Music). COORDINATOR: Mary Chapin Durling, CulturalAffairs and Special Events of the President’s Office (978) 665-3709, [email protected]

CANTI E CANTICI 2013: Il Cantico delle Creature (Praise of the Creatures). 6:30 PM. Exquisite songs about love and wonder, from all periods of Italian history,sung in Italian by celebrated soprano Maria Ferrante, including a new work exploring the universal poetic text by Saint Francis of Assisi Il Cantico delle Creature(Praise of the Creatures) composed by Professor Michele Caniato. Free.SPONSOR: Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University. LOCATION: Kent RecitalHall (Conlon Music). COORDINATOR: Mary Chapin Durling, Cultural Affairs and Special Events of the President’s Office (978) 665-3709, [email protected]

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Practice is needed to be sure the same amount of mixture is poured into skillet for the same size manicotti.

Break eggs into a bowl and beat eggs. Slowly add remaining ingredients one at a time to the bowl. Use an electric mixture on slow speed until it resembles a prepared pancake mix.

Rub inside of cast iron or non-stick skillet with some oil. Heat skillet over burner until it is hot. Remove from heat and with a small ladle, drop about two tablespoons of mixture at one end of skillet. Quickly tip skillet to allow batter to spread over the entire bottom. When fi rm but not browned (about fi ve seconds), remove by lifting round edge with a fork or small spatula. Place in a dish to cool. There should be no need to turn the round over for further cooking. If you do, be sure not to brown the round crepe. Layer eight or ten prepared rounds one on top of the other. Continue making these until all mixture is used. Stir mixture occasionally.

4 eggs2 cups fl our2 cups milkPinch of salt

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

1 small six-inch cast iron or a non-stick skillet

BAKED MANICOTTIin Tomato Sauce with Meat

In a strainer, remove any excess water from ricotta cheese. Then place in a bowl. Add beaten eggs, salt, pepper and grated cheese of choice if desired. Blend but do not whip with electric mixer.

Taking one Manicotti round at a time, place one to two table-spoon of fi lling in center. Then fold one end of round over the fi lling. Take opposite end of round and fold over to seal the fi lling in the stuffed Manicotti.

Using prepared tomato sauce, cover bottom of a Manicotti baking tray with the sauce. Line bottom of baking tray with rows of stuffed Manicotti (seal side down). Spread tomato sauce over them and then sprinkle grating cheese of choice over sauce. A second layer of Manicotti can be placed over the fi rst layer, or if preferred you can continue the process by using another baking tray.

Bake in preheated 400°F degree oven for twenty minutes. Check to see if ricotta mixture needs to bake longer before removing from oven. Ricotta is cooked when you pierce the Manicotti with a toothpick and it comes out clean.

Serves six.Manicotti rounds can be frozen. Wrap cooled Manicotti in wax

paper in groups of eight or ten. Place in seal-locked plastic bags. Wrap each bag in aluminum foil before freezing. To defrost, remove from freezer and then from wrappings. Prepare a large serving tray with a clean towel. Cover with wax paper and allow defrosting on the towel before stuffi ng.

FILLING:2 pounds ricotta cheese2 beaten eggsPinch of salt

Pinch of black ground pepper (optional)

3 tablespoons grated cheese of choice (optional)

From October 15th until December 7th we will be in what is known to many of you as the Medi-care Open Enrollment period, offi cially called the Annual Election Period (AEP). During this seven week period those of us who are enrolled in Medicare A and B will have an opportunity to enroll into a Medicare Advantage Plan or to switch from one plan to another. This is one of the most intense periods in Medicare Plan sales as millions of Americans are either switching plans or enrolling in a plan for the fi rst time. (I often wonder if they chose Pearl Harbor Day as the last day of AEP for a reason).

Ultimately the decisions we make about our Medicare coverage come down to three basic choices:

1. Stay on Medicare Part A and Part B; 2. Enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan with

Prescription coverage; 3. Enroll in a Medicare Supplement plan with

separate Prescription coverage As we enter this period, I thought it would be

useful to talk about Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Supplement plans so that our members understand the differences.

IS ONE BETTER THAN THE OTHER?Before you can make a decision on which Medi-

care option is best for your needs, you must fi rst understand the basics of Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans. They are very different insurance plans with distinct benefi ts. The answer to the question “Is one better than the other?” depends on your circumstances and needs.

Medicare Advantage (MA)MAs are health plans offered by private

insurance companies that provide the standard hospitalization and medical coverage of Medicare Part A and Part B. In some cases, a MA plan may include additional benefi ts that are not part of original Medicare such as prescription drug coverage. Medicare Advantage plans may deliver their benefi ts through one or more of the follow-ing options. A health maintenance organization (HMO) is a network of health care providers and facilities where you choose a primary care physi-cian to coordinate your care. A preferred provider organization (PPO) is also a network of health care providers and facilities but typically you do not need to select a primary care physician and you have more fl exible options regarding out-of-network care. A private fee-for-service (PFFS) is a mode of benefi t delivery where you are not limited to a network but there are no guarantees that your doctor or hospital will accept the plan. One of the most important features of a Medicare Advantage plan is the MOOP, or the “Maximum Out-Of-Pocket” cost.

Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap)A Medigap plan is an insurance policy designed

to pay for certain healthcare expenses not covered by Medicare Part A and Part B. In every state but Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, there are ten standardized Medicare Supplement plans (Plans A through N). Massachusetts has its own version of Medigap coverage that is in many ways superior to plans available in other states. There are two levels of coverage in Massachu-setts: basic coverage with the “Core Plan” and enhanced coverage with the “Supplement 1” plan. The Medigap plans have different combinations of benefi ts and deductibles that can be reviewed on the Medicare website at www.medicare.gov. While Medigap plans always have more benefi ts than Medicare Part A and Part B, they are no longer allowed to offer prescription drug coverage. Prescription drug coverage can be added through a stand-alone Medicare Part D plan.

SO WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO?

The standardized Medigap plans are uniform in the 47 states that offer them. Consequently, a given plan type (e.g. Plan F) has the same ben-efi ts regardless of the insurance company that provides the policy or the state in which you reside. On the other hand, Medicare Advantage

must provide all Medicare Part A and B coverage but, depending on the insurer and the specifi c plan, may cover more than Part A and Part B benefi ts. Excluding drug coverage, any standard Medigap plan with Original Medicare Parts A & B will have more benefi ts than a standard Medicare Advantage program since a Medicare Advantage program is only required to duplicate Medicare Part A & B benefi ts. However, as mentioned earlier, some Medicare Advantage programs offer benefi ts beyond those found in Part A and Part B.

Some Medicare Advantage plans offer pre-scription drug coverage (often for an additional monthly cost). These plans are referred to as MA-PD plans. With a Medigap plan, in contrast, you would need to enroll in a separate prescrip-tion drug plan. However, remember that the total cost of drug coverage, as well as coverage for the specifi c drugs you are taking, is of utmost importance when comparing your options. In some cases, you may fi nd that a Medigap with a stand-alone prescription drug plan has lower total costs than a Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage. In other cases, the reverse might be true.

COMPARISON IS KEYWhen choosing between a Medigap plan and

a Medicare Advantage plan, take the time to do your research. Remember that while the benefi ts of Medigap plans are standardized in the states having plans A through N, their prices are not. Plan F from one insurance company may be signifi cantly cheaper than Plan F from a differ-ent company in the same state. Read the benefi t descriptions of every Medigap and Medicare Advantage plan you are considering. Be certain to look at:• Monthly premium• Deductibles• Doctor and healthcare facility restrictions• Benefi ts• Anticipated plan costs given your typical use

of healthcare and hospitalization services• Prescription drug coverage cost sharing as it

relates to your medication usage

OVERVIEW COMPARISONAny comparison you make must be a detailed

comparison of your personal circumstances. You must ask yourself questions about your anticipated health as you age. Will you be a ‘high utilization’ individual, one who will require expensive medications, frequent hospital stays and expensive procedures (for example patients with diabetes and chronic heart disease)? If so Medigap may be your best choice. If you expect to be a ‘low utilization’ individual then Medicare Advantage is probably the way to go. Here is a very high level comparison:

MEDIGAP • Typically More Expensive • Offers significant additional coverage to

Medicare • Larger Network of Doctors• Does not cover RX• Recommended for those who can afford itMEDICARE ADVANTAGE• Typically Less Expensive• Usually offers same coverage as Medicare • Smaller Network of Doctors• Can include RX coverage• Recommended for those on a tight budget

WHERE SHOULD YOU GO FOR HELP?One of the best resources we have to fi nd

personalized help is the website www.medicare.gov. If you have not visited it, you should make it a priority. Another website that offers a com-parison of MA plans and Medigap plans available in your zip code is www.planprescriber.com. In coming months OSIA Comunita will be collabo-rating with the Benefi t Insurance Commission to deliver workshops that deal with Medicare. Our fi rst workshop is scheduled for the Watertown Lodge on October 12 at 11:00 AM. If you are not a member of the Watertown Lodge but would like to attend, please contact David Covucci at 978-855-9111 (or email at [email protected]) to reserve a place.

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LODGE NEWS

Thanks to the generosity of the Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183, several varsity

Wilmington Sons of ItalySupports Varsity Athletics

(L-R): Board Member Len Malvone, Lodge President Aldo Caira Jr., Wilmington Athletic Director Ed Harrison, and Varsity athletes Ryan Gautreau (Lacrosse), Savannah Hubbard (Track), Andrew Sears (Track), Brian Priem (Lacrosse), Tim Woods (Baseball), and Cam Owens (Hockey), Chairman of the Board Kevin Caira, Board Treasurer Bob Dicey, and Board Member Gerald Pupa.

by Michele Caira Nortonen

On July 20, 2013, the Peter B. Gay Lodge #540, in conjunc-tion with the Taunton Lodge of Elks #150 and Special Olympics Massachusetts, sponsored a Special Olympics Bocce Tournament.

PETER B. GAY LODGE #540Sponsors Special Olympics

Bocce Tournament

Patrick Massey, State First Vice President Antonio Sestito, Lodge President Richard Simmons, and State President Carmelita Bello.

Special Olympics Associate Corey Zarrella, Thomas Centofani, Gilbert Simmons, Carol Simmons, and Lodge President Richard Simmons.

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teams in Wilmington sport-ed new uniforms this past school year. The Lodge donated

over $20,000 for the new uni-forms, which include Varsi-ty Hockey, Boys and Girls

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Athletic Director Edward Harrison thanked the Wilming-ton Sons of Italy for their con-tinued support of the athletic department and the student

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LODGE NEWSWakefi eld Lodge #1734

Participates in Town Italian Festivalby Adriana Guida

Wakefi eld Lodge #1734 par-ticipated in Wakefi eld’s “Festival Italia” this past August. Several

members manned a booth in downtown Wakefi eld alongside local businesses and other

civic organizations as they celebrated Italian-American heritage. The festival was a

wonderful opportunity to promote the benefi ts of join-ing the Sons of Italy, and the

Lodge signed up several new members over the course of the day.

Accordion player Robert DiNanno entertained the festival patrons from the Wakefield Lodge booth as his grandfather,Lodge member Luco DiNanno looks on.

Lodge Vice President Jim Marino, members Joe Racamato, Rose Racamato, and Luco DiNanno, and Lodge President Paula Sasso.

Scholarship Committee member Russell Poirier and Scholarship Recipient Haley E. Caisse.

Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169Awards Scholarships

(L-R): Committee member Josephine Bilotta, Scholarship Recipients Alessandro G. Secino and Robert A Poirier, Lodge President Sylvia Poirier, and Scholarship Chairman Betsy Romano.

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The Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 recently held its Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner on June 4, 2013, at BonCaldo’s Restaurant in Norwood. Lodge President George Franco greeted members and guests.

Scholarship Chairman Toni Eosco welcomed the 60 mem-bers and guests in attendance. Mrs. Eosco recognized lodge members Barbara Campagna and Winnie Carfagno for their volunteer work on the scholar-ship committee. The scholar-ship award presentation took

place immediately following a delicious dinner.

Through the fundraising efforts of Lodge members, a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 was awarded to a 4-year college-bound student. Scholarship Committee mem-ber Barbara Campagna made the award presentation to Alys-sa Michelle Ciolfi , a graduate of Medfi eld High School. Alyssa is the daughter of John and Christine Ciolfi , as well as the granddaughter of lodge mem-bers Chuck and Palma Ciolfi .

Alyssa will pursue her degree at Bridgewater State University. Lodge members congratulated Alyssa and wished her good luck with her future plans.

Following the awards, Toni Eosco introduced guest speaker Carmelita Bello. State Presi-dent Bello delivered inspiring remarks to the scholarship winner and guests regarding the challenges of transitioning to college life. State President Bello received enthusiastic applause at the conclusion of her presentation.

(L-R): Scholarship Committee Member Barbara Campagna, Scholarship Committee Chairman Toni Eosco, Scholarship Recipient Alyssa M. Ciolfi, Lodge President George Franco, and Guest Speaker, State President Carmelita Bello.

Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 Awards Scholarships

by Toni Eosco

Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 had a very competitive pool of scholarship applicants this year. Topping the list were Scholarship Recipients Michael Ferrino, who will be attending the Maritime Academy to major in Emergency Management, Scott M. Boccio, who is beginning his pursuit of a career as a medical doctor at UMass Amherst, and Michael Lynch, who will be majoring in both history and political science at UMass. Also honored but unable to attend the awards ceremony were recipients Taylor Panza and David Gallo. The Winthrop Mixed Lodge congratulates these outstanding students and wishes them well in their future endeavors.

Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057Scholarship Awards

by Donna Segreti Reilly

Scholarship Recipients Michael Ferrino, Scott M. Boccio, Lodge President Joseph A. Boncore, and recipient Michael Lynch.

The Quattro Eroi Lodge #1414 of Franklin, MA, hosted their initiation of new members in June 2013 at the local VFW Hall. The initiation ceremony was part of the fi nal meeting of the year and refl ects the continued recent membership increases in the Quattro Eroi Lodge. The four new members are Pam Bonnell, Ric Bonnell, Jean Eplite, and Don Carlucci.

This summer has been the summer of Bocce for the Quattro Eroi Lodge. Each Wednesday at 5:30 PM, weather permitting, Lodge members and the general public gathered for a game of Bocce on the grounds of the VFW Hall. These gatherings have provided op-portunities for recreation, as well as a way to introduce the Sons of Italy to the greater Franklin community. If you’re interested in playing Bocce, please stop by on Wednesday evenings through the end of the summer.

Quattro Eroi Lodge #1414Lodge News

by Gino Carlucci

(L-R): New members Pam and Ric Bonnell, Lodge President Mario Carlucci, and new members Jean Eplite and Don Carlucci.

October 26, 2013 — Worcester Lodge Celebrates 100 Years at Worcester’s beautifully renovated Union Station, Washington Square, Worcester, MA. 6:00 pm. Dinner, music, entertainment and dancing — black t ie optional. $50.00 per person. Contact Rose Porcaro or Kevin Mercadante at 508-852-7154 or at [email protected].

LODGEEvents

On Tuesday, June 25, 2013 the Newton Sons of Italy lodges honored three deserving high school seniors at their annual scholar-ship awards night. The evening started when Anthony Panaggio Jr., Scholarship Chairman for the Newton lodges, welcomed members and guests. The Master of Ceremonies for the evening, Paul DiBona, introduced himself and the two other presenters for the evening, Tina Helton

and Alice “Bunny” Cotoia, as well as the guest speaker, Margaret Olivieri. Each presenter read a short biography of their recipient and presented them with their scholarship award. The deserving students were Alexander Marzilli, Carissa Cedrone, and Vanessa Battista. After the presentations, the recipients and their families enjoyed a dinner prepared by Chef Steven Cedrone.

Front: Scholarship Recipients Vanessa Battista, Alex Marzilli, and Carissa Cedrone. Back: Scholarship Chairman Anthony Panaggio Jr., Scholarship Secretary Tina Helton, State Financial Secretary and guest speaker Margaret Olivieri, Fiore D’Italia Lodge #1640 President Alice “‘Bunny” Cotoia, and Master of Ceremonies Paul DiBona.

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Scholarship Nightby Paul DiBona


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There was a big turn out this year for the 6th annual celebra-tion of St. Joseph, the proceeds of which are used for a Family Day Picnic later in the summer. Besides raffl es, including a fi fty-fi fty raffl e, the highlight is the designation of an individual to receive the St. Joseph’s Award, which celebrates that indi-vidual’s contributions to family, the Lodge, and the community. This year’s recipient was Susan Sousa, Vice President of the Vittorio Veneto Lodge # 1035.

Susan’s role in the Sons of Italy goes back as far as the 1980s when there was a separate women’s Lodge, Logia Giovenneza. There she rose through the ranks from Financial Secretary to Presi-dent. When membership began

VITTORIO VENETO LODGE #1035 Celebrates St. Joseph

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to decrease in 1997, the lodge joined with Lodge #1035. When the Lodges merged, Susan became Vice President of Lodge #1035, a position to which she continues to be elected.

But Susan’s organizational skills stretch through every facet of the Lodge, from Bocce Ball, a tournament from mid-June to late-July, to various celebrations from installa-tion dinners and scholarship ceremonies, to the signa-ture Columbus Day celebra-tions in October. Even on the night she was being honored, Susan was organizing the very St. Joseph’s dinner she was being recognized at. When asked if she ever thought of running for President, since she has had experience of being

president of two orga-nizations, she noted, “I prefer working in the background.”

Besides her ro le in the Lodge as our Vice President, Susan serves Holy Rosary as Eucharistic Minister, a role she fills at a nursing home in Fall River as well, and be-fore her Parish became a Chapel, she served as President of their Wom-en’s Guild. And if that weren’t enough, she coordinates the annual Victorian Tea for the Fall River Historical Society, serves on the Charlton Memo-rial Hospital Auxiliary in Fall River, and is a member of “We

Love Children” and an auxiliary group under the Lions Club.

In the Prayer to St. Joseph the Worker, there is a phrase that truly descr ibes our St. Joseph’s Award Recipient this year: “to toil conscien-tiously putting duty before my own inclination.”

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 Remembrances

LODGE NAME CITY NAME Bandiera e Concordia #240 Marlboro Maria T. NavinGiuseppe Verdi #278 Weymouth Angelo J. GraceffaGiuseppe Verdi #278 Weymouth Agnes NoceraVenezia #374 Rockland Anthony F.P. Muscato Sr.ITAM #564 Pittsfield Carmella BenoitITAM #564 Pittsfield Paul DowdMethuen #902 Methuen F. Sam Faro

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LODGE NAME CITY NAMEPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown Anthony J. InferreraPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown John LattanziFiore D’Italia #1640 Newton Concetta M. CummingsSouth Shore Ladies #1851 Hingham Lorraine V. ZonaLawrence Ladies # 2026 Lawrence Mary PaolinoAngelo Giuseppe Roncalli #2183 Wilmington Beverly J. DiCeccaGrand Lodge At-Large Belmont Emma G. Balukonis

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