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ITALIAN HERITAGEAND CULTURE MONTHMESE DELLA CULTURA ITALIANAITALIANNEW YORK • OCTOBER 2003CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL OFENRICO CARUSO’S AMERICAN DEBUTFOR MORE INFORMATION:WWW.ITALYCULTUREMONTH.ORGINFO@ITALYCULTUREMONTH.ORG • 212.642.2094CALENDAR OF EVENTS CREATED BY THEJOHN D. CALANDRA ITALIAN AMERICAN INSTITUTE, QUEENS COLLEGE/CUNY

italian heritage and culture monthmese della cultura italianaItalian Heritage & Culture Monthis now onlineExperience Italy atwww.italyculturemonth.orgNew York's Italian Heritage and CultureMonth Committee has for more than a quartercentury organized special events, concerts,exhibits and lectures to celebrate Italian culturein NewYork, the largest Italian city outsideof Italy. Each year focuses on a specific themerepresentative of the history and culture ofItaly and Italian Americans.

ContentsMembers of the Board............................................................ 2Acknowledgements................................................................. 4Financial Supporters.............................................................. 5Open Letter from the Chairperson...................................... 6Italian Opera andthe Great Enrico Caruso........................................................ 7Official Proclamation from theGovernor of the State of New York....................................... 8Official Proclamation from theComptroller of the State of New York................................ 10Official Proclamation from thePresident of the Borough of Brooklyn.............................. 12Official Events andProclamation Ceremonies................................................... 13Calendar of Events................................................................ 16Participating SchoolsElementary through Secondary.......................................... 70Italian American Institutions.............................................. 72Borough Contact Persons................................................... 74Bookmark ............................................................................. 77

Members of the BoardItalian Heritage and Culture Committeeof New York, Inc.Honorary ChairpersonsMin. Antonio BandiniConsul General of ItalyDr. Irene ImpellizzeriVice President, NYC Board of EducationCav. Joseph V. ScelsaVice President, Queens College/CUNYCav. Joseph SciameNational President, Order Sons of Italy in AmericaBaronessa Mariuccia Zerilli-MarimóTrustee, New York UniversityPresident and ChairpersonComm. Angelo Gimondo, Ph.D.Vice PresidentClaudia Massimo BernsTreasurerHon. Jack ComoSecretaryJohn Mustaro, P.E.Legal AdvisorJosephine Belli, Esq.Chair, FundraisingHedy RomaCo-Chairs, MembershipJohn DabbeneJohn Battista De SantisCo-Chairs, ProgrammingRosa Casiello O’DayGeoffrey Claroni, Esq.Chair, Special ProjectsBerardo ParadisoChair, Public RelationsGiuliana Ridolfi Cardillo2

Board of DirectorsStefano AlbertiniCav. George AltomareRosanna CosciaMario D’EliaCav. Maria FoscoDr. Mario FrattiDr. Barbara GerardNancy J. IndelicatoRaffaele M. La GambaMico Delianova LicastroCav. Uff. Leonard A. Mancusi, Esq.Joseph MartinoAngelo MerendaCav. Joan MiglioriDr. Paul J. PatanéDet. Giovanni PorcelliWanda RadettiLea SerraBoard of AdvisorsDr. Stephen R. AielloAnthony BruscoDr. Rocco CaporaleProf. Antonino CiappinaDr. Gaetano CipollaCav. Vincent IanneceHon. Dominick MassaroAnn Meresca, Esq.Dr. Francesco NicotraFrances M. RelloHon. G. Jack SpatolaAdministrative AssistantsTina AlfanoJoseph Mongitore3

AcknowledgmentsWe wish to express our deep gratitude to:Dr. Philip V. Cannistraro, Executive Director of the JohnD. Calandra Italian American Institute, Queens College ofThe City University of New York and his assistants, Ms.Maria Fosco, Ms. Marianna Prestigiacomo, Mr. CarminePizzirusso and Mr. Geoffrey Claroni for their technical assistanceand the use of the Institute’s facilities in the preparationof this Calendar of Events;The Director of l’Istituto Italiano di Cultura for permittingus to use the Institute for the purpose of holding ourmeetings and conducting our administrative operations;Ms. Rosa Casiello O’Day and Mr. Geoffrey Claroni fortheir coordination of the Calendar of Events and the editingof this booklet;Ms. Marianna Prestigiacomo of the Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute for the preparation of this booklet;Mr. John Battista De Santis for generously donatingthe artwork and design of the poster, the cover pages of thisCalendar of Events, our bookmark and our new excitingwebsite www.italyculturemonth.org;Mr. Berardo Paradiso, President of the Italy-AmericaChamber of Commerce for coordinating and underwritingthe Memorial Concert and supporting the cost of the poster;The Fondazione Verona per L’Arena for underwritingour bookmarks;Ms. Josephine Belli and Mr. Michael Capasso, GeneralDirector of the Dicapo Opera Theater, for coordinating andunderwriting our Caruso Centennial Concert;Ms. Maria Fosco, Ms. Marianna Prestigiacomo and Mr.Geoffrey Claroni for reaching out to the community and universitiestoward the preparation of this booklet; andMrs. Tina Alfano and Mr. Joseph Mongitore for theirtireless assistance and dedication to the work of this Committee.4

Financial SupportersWe wish to express our deep gratitude to our financialsupporters:Special thanks to our Primary Benefactor:Columbus Citizens FoundationPatron AngelNew York State Grand Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmericaJoseph J. DiTrapani, PresidentPatronAltria Group, Inc.SponsorConstantino Brumidi Lodge #2211, OSIACav. Elsie CardiaJack Como, Italian Heritage and Culture Committee of NYDr. Rosalie H. ContinoItalian American Labor CouncilItalian American MuseumGiovanni Porcelli, NYPD Columbia AssociationFrances Rello, NIAFRobert Rose Enterprises dba Media Link CommunicationsTina M. SalandraContributorJohanna F. FrighettoVirginia M. GiovincoJeanne KruithoffPaula WebsterBoosterGeorge Altomare, United Federation of TeachersAntoinette Astorina, NOIAWNicolina Astorina, NOIAWGino Di Napoli, Music DirectorKaren A. DiSanto, Long Island City High SchoolRegina R. DeRise, Queens College PublicationsLisa Downward, Long Island City High SchoolFaith J. Felix, Bella Italia Mia, Inc.Dr. Carl Mazza, Lehman CollegeFrances MorielloAnn & Claire Pipolo, Bella Italia Mia, Inc.Rodolfo G. Sarchese, Queens Federation of It. Am. Org.John & Jacqueline Snowber, Am. It. Cultural Roundtable5

Open Letter from the ChairpersonOctober 2003Dear Friends,Welcome to the 27 th celebration of Italian Heritage andCulture Month. This year’s event is dedicated to the centennialof Enrico Caruso’s American debut at the MetropolitanOpera on November 23, 1903.Enrico Caruso, the most famous tenor of his era, wasborn in Naples on February 25, 1873 to a poor family. He wasthe third of seven children whose mother provided him withhis primary education.“A LONG CRESCENDO” is the way a New York Timesheadline described Caruso’s career. Caruso attended aschool for choral singing in the evening while working as amechanic in the daytime. His skills as a singer were developedunder the tutelage of Guglielmo Vergine and VincenzoLombardi. Before coming to the United States, he performedin theatres throughout Italy as well as other countries inEurope and South America. In 1901, he sang La Boheme atLa Scala under Toscanini. He also sang in other operasconducted by Toscanini with whom he traveled to BuenosAires. Nearly all his splendid career was in America wherehe created, among other operas, The Girl of the GoldenWest. He continued to perform at the Metropolitan Operauntil his death which occurred while visiting his nativeNaples in 1921.This year, in keeping with the theme of Enrico Caruso’sanniversary, many of our activities will focus on Italian opera.We invite you to join us in this special celebration andto participate in as many events listed in this booklet as youpossibly can.Grazie di cuore e buon divertimento!Angelo GimondoChairpersonMese Della Cultura ItalianaItalian Heritage and Culture Month6

Italian Opera and The Great Enrico CarusoThe art of opera originated in Italy in the 1600’s, whichwas its Baroque period. The word opera is actually theshortened term for “opera in music”, a work set to music.The first opera of which music has survived, Euridice, wasperformed in 1600.However, it was the more ambitious, dramatic and opulentwork of Claudio Monteverdi, several years later, thatbrought out the virtuosity of the singers and served as amodel for the operatic composers to follow. Among themost prominent of these composers were Domenico Gabrielliand Giovanni Bononcini, in the 17 th century and, in the 19 thcentury, Gioacchino Rossini (who initiated the Romanticperiod in the early part of the century), Vincenzo Bellini,Gaetano Donizetti and Giuseppe Verdi (who actually transformedthe nature of operatic writing).(L’Arena di Verona)The long list of Italians who continued to distinguishthemselves in this most significant medium of musical, literary,artistic and dramatic expression includes Giacomo Puccini,Ruggiero Leoncavallo and Pietro Mascagni.In the realm of opera the great tenor Enrico Caruso’ssovereignty is undisputable. His life and career began in ahumble environment of Naples, Italy, but as a young boyCaruso’s extraordinary voice drew the attention of tutorsand supporters who helped pave his way to world renown.Caruso’s career flourished and he became the star ofthe Metropolitan Opera of New York, where he presentedthe greatest number of performances of his career. It caneasily be said that Italian opera and the work of the greatEnrico Caruso remain among the most vivid examples of thecontributions of Italians and Italian Americans to cultureand world civilization.7

Official Proclamation from theGovernor of the State of New YorkProclamationWhereas, the Empire State proudly salutes the contributionsof our Italian community of friends, neighbors andfellow citizens who have played a vital role in introducingand sharing with the world a long and distinguished traditionof musical excellence; in recognition of one of the greatestartists of Italy, this year’s chosen theme for Italian Heritageand Culture Month in New York State is “Italian Opera- Celebrating the Centennial of Enrico Caruso’s AmericanDebut”; andWhereas, opera had its birth in Italy in the 1600’s andquickly spread beyond the Italian peninsula, today enjoyedglobally by music lovers of all backgrounds and especiallyappreciated for its colorful sets, rich costumes, drama andpassion blended into a supreme musical and performing artsmedium; opera’s melodies performed as solos, duets andchorus arias, are beloved by the public and encompass thesenses through singing, instrumental backgrounds, interludes,and dancing – all of which add to an imaginative andartistic portrayal that captures and delights audiences; andWhereas, opera was first introduced to the new worldby Italian immigrants and resounded in Little Italy communitiesacross the United States, embraced as a source of nostalgicpleasure and entertainment in the native language;throughout history, the timelessness of many classic workshave proven that opera is indeed one of the greatest Italianexports to this country; and8

Whereas, New York is home to one of the most prestigiousopera houses in the world, the Metropolitan Opera,where Italian works have always been the most popular andwell-received productions; each season, the ‘Met’ offersmore operas in Italian than in any other language, its renownedstage drawing the most widely acclaimed Italianopera singers, some choosing to make their careers exclusivelyin New York; andWhereas, Naples, a worldwide center of music, gave usEnrico Caruso, one of the greatest opera singers ever, whodebuted at the Metropolitan on November 23, 1903 and becamethe regular opening night performer for the ensuingseventeen seasons; Enrico Caruso was the Metropolitan’stop tenor, performing many Italian Opera premiers in theNew York opera house, and during his Metropolitan career,this legendary singer gave 607 performances in 37 differentoperas; andWhereas, Caruso’s glorious voice is forever immortalizedon recordings, providing a legacy for the world and astandard to which all tenors have been compared; the GreatCaruso was indeed the operatic world’s first star and ItalianOpera could not have had a more perfect interpreter thanthis celebrated and enormously talented man who chose tobase his career in the greatest city of the world – New York –we therefore pay tribute to the brilliant career of Enrico Carusoand to Italian Opera, a rich and wonderful art form that remainsuniversally loved;Now, Therefore, I, George E. Pataki, Governor of the State ofNew York, do hereby proclaim October 2003 asItalian Heritage and Culture Monthin the Empire State.G i v e n under my hand and thePrivy Seal of the State at the Capitolin the City of Albany this twentyfourthday of September in the yeartwo thousand three.GovernorSecretary to the Governor9

Official Proclamation from theComptroller of the State of New YorkOFFICE OF THE STATE COMPTROLLERSTATE OF NEW YORKPROCLAMATIONWHEREAS, since 1976, New York’s Italian Heritage & CultureMonth Committee of New York, Inc. has organized specialevents, concerts, exhibits and lectures, to celebrate thevibrancy of Italian culture in New York, the largest Italiancommunity outside Italy; and,WHEREAS, this celebration grew out of an idea from Dr.Angelo Gimondo, Senior Instructional Manager for the Arts& Special Projects, New York City Department of Education,who, as President and Chairman of the Committee, has beenat the head of a group of volunteers who coordinate theseannual celebrations of Italian heritage and culture in the fiveboroughs; and,WHEREAS, soon after the committee’s inception, the ideato dedicate each year’s event to a specific theme or personalityrepresentative of the history and culture of Italy andItalian Americans evolved; and,WHEREAS, this year’s festivities will commemorate theCentennial of Enrico Caruso’s debut at the MetropolitanOpera; now let it bePROCLAIMED, that the Comptroller of the State of NewYork, Alan G. Hevesi, does hereby congratulate and applaudDr. Gimondo, the Board of Directors and all the friends and10

supporters of the Italian Heritage & Culture Month Committeefor their dedication and steadfast commitment to thepreservation and fostering of Italian culture and Italian Americanheritage; and be it furtherPROCLAIMED, that Comptroller Hevesi joins all New Yorkersin expressing appreciation for the efforts of the ItalianAmerican people, whose accomplishments and achievementshave brought a message of hope and possibility toevery corner of the State of New York.Alan G. Hevesi11

Official Proclamation from thePresident of the Borough of BrooklynOFFICE OF THE PRESIDENTBOROUGH OF BROOKLYNCITY OF NEW YORKProclamationWhereas, it is a time-honored tradition in Brooklyn to recognizethe extraordinary contributions made by members ofthe many diverse ethnic groups that live and work in ourgreat borough, and to join in our communities importantcelebrations of cultural heritage; andWhereas, during the New York City-wide celebration of ItalianHeritage and Culture Month, with the theme of ItalianOpera, Brooklyn residents gather to celebrate the rich Italianheritage that can be found throughout our great borough,and to pay tribute to those distinguished citizens of Italiandescent who have made outstanding contributions to thebetterment of our borough, state and nation; andWhereas, on behalf of all Brooklynites, I salute our borough’sproud Italian-American community for their many outstandingachievements, and I encourage all people to acknowledgethis important month of observance;Now, therefore, I, Marty Markowitz, President of the Boroughof Brooklyn, do hereby proclaim the month of October,2003Italian Heritage and Culture Month in BrooklynIn witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and causedthe seal of the Borough of Brooklyn to be affixed this 1 st dayof October, 2003.President of the Borough of Brooklyn12

Official Events and Proclamations CeremoniesComptroller’s Proclamation and Awards CeremonyOctober 16:00 pmThe Honorable William C. Thompson, Jr., Comptroller of theCity of New York, will host a celebration in honor of ItalianHeritage and Culture Month.Council Chamber, City Hall, ManhattanContact: Yvette Hibbert-Taylor (212) 669-3899Staten Island Italian Heritage Month Ceremony andColumbus Day ParadeOctober 511:00 amThe Honorable James P. Molinaro, Staten Island BoroughPresident, hosts a special celebration to honor Italian Heritageand Culture Month. Followed by the Staten IslandColumbus Day Parade.New Dorp High School465 New Dorp Lane, Staten IslandContact: Joanne Nuzzo (718) 816-2133Westchester County Executive Proclamation CeremonyOctober 87:30 pmOfficial proclamation by the Honorable Andrew J. Spano,County Executive of Westchester County, to celebrate ItalianHeritage and Culture Month. Honoring “OutstandingStudents of the Italian Language” and their teachers. Receptionto follow. Sponsored by the Westchester Coalitionof Italian American Organizations.Antonio Meucci Lodge279 Maple Avenue, White PlainsContact: Geoffrey Claroni (212) 642-2038e-mail: GClaroni@forbin.qc.eduBrooklyn Borough President’s Proclamation CeremonyOctober 14This event will be hosted by the Honorable Marty Markowitz,Brooklyn Borough President, in honor of Italian Heritageand Culture Month. By invitation.Borough Hall, Brooklyn13

Westchester County Board of Legislators ProclamationCeremonyOctober 206:00 pmOfficial ceremony by the legislative branch of WestchesterCounty to celebrate Italian Heritage and Culture Month.Honoring “Outstanding Students of the Italian Language”and their teachers. Reception to follow. Sponsored by theWestchester Coalition of Italian American Organizations.Michaelian County Office Building148 Martine Avenue, White PlainsContact: Geoffrey Claroni (212) 642-2038e-mail: GClaroni@forbin.qc.eduManhattan Borough President’s Proclamation CelebrationOctober 22The Honorable C. Virginia Fields, Manhattan Borough President,celebrates Italian Heritage and Culture Month with amusical concert and ceremony in honor of Italian opera.Reception to follow. Sponsored in collaboration with theItalian Heritage and Culture Committee of New York, Inc.Location to be announcedContact: Nancy Indelicato (212) 662-8264Italian Heritage and Culture Month Proclamation Ceremonyin the BronxOctober 2410:30 amThe Honorable Adolfo Carrión, Jr., Bronx Borough President,will host this proclamation ceremony in honor of ItalianHeritage and Culture Month. Reception to follow. Byinvitation.Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, Belmont Branch of the NewYork Public Library610 East 186th Street at Hughes Avenue, BronxContact: Frances Fusco (718) 590-5665Queens Proclamation Ceremony:“A Tribute to Italian Opera”October 287:00 pmThe Honorable Helen Marshall, Queens Borough President,will host a proclamation ceremony to celebrate Italian Heritageand Culture Month.St. John’s University, Bent Hall Auditorium8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, QueensContact: Cav. Joseph Sciame (718) 990-1941e-mail: sciamej@stjohns.edu14

To Be AnnouncedGovernor’s Proclamation CeremonyDate and Time to be announcedThe Honorable George E. Pataki, Governor of the State ofNew York, will host a reception and ceremony during whichhe will proclaim Italian Heritage and Culture Month 2003 inNew York State. By invitation.City Council of New York Proclamation CeremonyDate and Time to be announcedThe City Council of New York celebrates Italian Heritageand Culture Month. Presented by the City Council andGifford Miller, Speaker of the Council.15

Calendar of EventsThe Italian Heritage and Culture Committee of New York,Inc. proudly announces that, this year, we are sponsoringtwo special events.Memorial Concert at the United NationsSeptember 116:00 pmFeaturing Vitallano Gallo, bassoon, Yasuko Ido,mezzosoprano and Cristiana Pegoraro, pianist. Receptionto follow. Sponsored by the Italy-America Chamber ofCommerce, Circolo Italiano of the United Nations,Fondazione Verona per l’Arena and Italian Heritage andCulture Committee of New York, Inc.United Nations, Dag Hammarskjold Library AuditoriumFirst Avenue at East 45 th Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 459-0044A Concert to Celebrate the Centennial of Enrico Caruso’sAmerican DebutNovember 234:00 pmOpera recital of works by Puccini, Rossini, Verdi and moreto celebrate the centennial of Enrico Caruso’s Americandebut at the Metropolitan Opera on November 23, 1903.Reception to follow featuring tasting of Italian foods andwine. Sponsored by the Italian Heritage & CultureCommittee of New York, Inc. and the Dicapo OperaTheatre.184 East 76 th Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 288-9438The following events are arranged in chronological order.Italian Heritage and Culture Month Poster CollectionSeptember 12 - December 31Collection of theme posters through the years of theannual celebration of Italian Heritage and Culture Month.Sponsored by the Italian American Museum in transitionalresidence at the John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute.28 West 44 th Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanContact: (212) 642-2020e-mail: info@ItalianAmericanMuseum.org16

The Piccirilli Studio: Public Sculpture for the NationSeptember 12 - December 31Traveling exhibition presented by Bill Carroll to feature thegreat sculptures (such as the ‘Lincoln Memorial,’ ‘LibraryLions,’ ‘Firemen’s Memorial,’ ‘Maine Monument’) thatwere carved in the famed Piccirilli studio in the Bronx.Mott Haven Branch of the New York Public Library321 East 140 th Street at Alexander Avenue, BronxContact: (718) 543-1544The History of ItalySeptember 13, 20, 27 & October 4 2:30 pmProfessor Louis Leonini will present a four part series oflectures on the history of civilization in this great nation,from the origins of its people to the present. Reservationsare required.September 13: Early Settlers of ItalySeptember 20: The RenaissanceSeptember 27: The RisorgimentoOctober 4: Modern Italy.Sponsored by the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sonsof Italy in America.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandAdmission: $5 for each lectureContact: John Cicero (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comA Tribute to Enrico CarusoSeptember 15 - November 15Exhibition celebrating the life and work of Enrico Caruso.Memorabilia and artifacts will be on display. Sponsoredby the Enrico Caruso Museum of America and ItalianAmerican Museum in transitional residence at the John D.Calandra Italian American Institute.28 West 44 th Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanContact: (212) 642-2020e-mail: info@ItalianAmericanMuseum.orgThe Italian Authors: Gay Talese and Bill TonelliSeptember 177:00 pmInformal reading and discussion. Part of “A ReadingSeries” moderated by Robert Viscusi.Brooklyn Public Library, Central Library, Trustees RoomGrand Army Plaza, BrooklynContact: (718) 230-210017

Shining Eyes, Cruel Fortune: The Lives and Loves ofItalian Renaissance Women PoetsSeptember 183:30 pmLecture and book signing by author Irma Jaffe, Emerita,Fordham University. Sponsored by the Center for ItalianStudies, SUNY at Stony Brook.Frank Melville Memorial Library, E 1337Stony BrookContact: (631) 632-74442ROMESeptember 18 – October 13Exhibition of forty black-and-white and color photographsby Marco Anelli and Simona Filippini. Opening receptionon September 18 at 6:00 pm. Sponsored by Casa ItalianaZerilli-Marimó, New York University.24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanContact: Frank Calabrese (212) 998-8730e-mail: frank.calabrese@nyu.eduCooleys Anemia Miles for Smiles Bike-a-ThonSeptember 20Starts and finishes at the Atlantis Marine World Aquariumin Riverhead. Participants may choose a 62-mile ride, a 20-mile ride or a 4-mile walk. Featuring a Kiddie Korner withentertainment for children. Sponsored by the Cooley’sAnemia Foundation, Leading the Fight Against Thalassemia.Contact: (631) 863-0532Hofstra Italian ExperienceSeptember 2110:00 amFesta Italiana featuring handmade crafts, exhibits bycultural organizations, music, dance, the “Poets andWriters Piazza” presented by the Association of ItalianAmerican Educators and much more for the entire family toenjoy.Hofstra University, South CampusHempstead Turnpike, HempsteadAdmission: $3Contact: (516) 463-658218

Bob & Eva: A Concert of Popular Italian MusicSeptember 213:00 pmOutdoor concert featuring Bob and Eva Gabriel. In fulltraditional costume, the Gabriels present an outstandingand memorable night of songs, duets and sing-alongs thatpresent a musical tour of the different regions of Italy.Please bring blankets or lawn chairs. Sponsored by theGaribaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy in America.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandAdmission: freeContact: John Dabbene (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comTo Walk the Streets Where My Grandparents WereBorn: Italian Genealogy For BeginnersSeptember 227:30 pmPresentation by Geoffrey Claroni, Assistant Director forCommunity Programs, John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute. Reception to follow. Sponsored by the NewRochelle Italian American Association.Beckwith Pointe700 Davenport Avenue, New RochelleContact: Virginia Andriola (914) 946-8309ITALICS: The Italian American MagazineSeptember 2410:00 am, 3:00 pm, 8:00 pmSeptember 27 at 8:00 pm and September 28 at 10:00 amMonthly television program documenting the ItalianAmerican experience. Produced by the John D. CalandraItalian American Institute, Queens College/CUNY andCUNY-TV. CUNY-TV airs on cable channel 75 in Manhattan,Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx.Check your local cable listings.Contact: (212) 642-2044In Spite of MyselfSeptember 24, 25, 268:00 pmSeptember 272:00 pmOne-woman show, starring and written by AntoinetteLaVecchia, about the outrageous, hysterical and, ultimatelymoving struggle between an immigrant Italianmother and her Americanized daughter.Urban Stages Theater259 West 30 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: $20Contact: (212) 421-138019

Italians and War Crimes in Yugoslavia, 1941-1943September 256:30 pmPresentation by Jim Burgwyn, West Chester University.Part of the Seminar Series in Italian American Studies.Sponsored by the John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-2035La Terra Trema (The Earth Trembles)September 257:00 pmFilm directed by Luchino Visconti. Guest speaker: RichardPeña. Campari cocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of the ItalianAcademy Film Festival. Sponsored by the Italian Academyfor Advanced Studies in America at ColumbiaUniversity.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-2306The Lost Village of Kensico: The Building of theKensico DamSeptember 257:30 pmSlide presentation that among other things features theskill and hard work of the more than 1000 Italian stonemasons and laborers who toiled to build the majesticKensico Dam circa. 1916. Reception to follow.Chappaqua Public Library195 South Greeley Avenue, ChappaquaContact: Joan Kuhn (914) 238-4779 ext. 119The Missing LeonardoSeptember 25 – October 10Exhibition by Vittoria Chierici of canvas paintings inspiredby digital reconstructions of Leonardo’s lost work ‘TheBattle of Anghiari.’ Opening reception on September 25 at6:00 pm. Sponsored by the Italian Cultural Institute.686 Park Avenue, ManhattanContact: (212) 879-424220

CIAA GalaSeptember 267:00 pmHonoring Joe Bologna, John Catsimatidis, Arturo ‘Thunder’Gatti, Kathleen M. Pesile, Anthony Principi and CurtisSliwa. Reservations required. Black-tie event. Sponsoredby the Coalition of Italo-American Associations, Inc.Waldorf-Astoria, Grand Ballroom301 Park Avenue at 50 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: $350Contact: (718) 767-9000 ext. 507Amato Opera-in-Brief Family Series: La BohemeSeptember 2711:30 amAbbreviated version of Giacomo Puccini’s opera for theentire family to enjoy. Fully costumed performance inItalian with English narration.Amato Opera319 Bowery at Second Street, ManhattanAdmission: $15Contact: (212) 228-8200Italian Opera: A Celebration of LifeSeptember 271:00 pmPresentation by Lou Barrella. Social hour at noon.Sponsored by Bella Italia Mia, Inc.Christ the King High School68-02 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, QueensAdmission: $5, $7Contact: Diego Lodico (718) 426-1240The Gaylords in ConcertSeptember 278:00 pmFeaturing master of ceremonies John LaBarca from the“Italian House Party” radio program and the Angie RubinoOrchestra.Port Chester Middle SchoolBowman Avenue, Port ChesterAdmission: $20Contact: (914) 937-3550Pinocchio’s Journey from ItalySeptember 27 - October 27Library display of marionettes, dolls, toys, posters, andmore to commemorate the Italian origin of Pinocchio. Fromthe collection of Geoffrey Claroni, Assistant Director for21

Community Programs, John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute. Sponsored by the Antonio Meucci Lodge, OrderSons of Italy in America.White Plains Public Library, Children’s Room100 Martine Avenue, White PlainsContact: (914) 422-1476Sellaro Lodge Scholarship Dinner DanceSeptember 2812:30 pmHonoring Immediate Past President Antoinette Baldi.Sponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America.Watermill Restaurant711 Smithtown Bypass, SmithtownAdmission: $70Contact: (631) 363-4268Jewels of Song: Opera and Operetta SelectionsSeptember 282:30 pmConcert performance by soprano, Arlene Garguilo.Reception to follow. Reservations required. Sponsoredby the Center for Italian Studies, SUNY at Stony Brook.Siena Spirituality Center, Villa Maria615 Montauk Highway, Water MillAdmission: $15Contact: (631) 632-7444Opera Night: Enjoy Verdi’s Greatest AriasSeptember 296:30 pmChef demo with Paolo Villoresi, Editor in Chief, ItalianCooking & Living and Cladys Magagna, House Chef,Italian Culinary Center. Business attire.302 Fifth Avenue at 31 st Street, ninth floor, ManhattanAdmission: $75Contact: Salvatore Rizzo (212) 725-8764 ext. 25e-mail: rizzo@italiancookingandliving.comTreasures of a Lost Art: Italian Manuscript Painting ofthe Middle Ages and RenaissanceSeptember 30 - February 1Presenting the magnificent collection of Italian illuminatedmanuscripts formed by Robert Lehman. Included areworks by some of the most famous names in Italianpainting, such as Duccio di Buoninsegna, Stefano da22

Verona and Cosimo Tura, as well as visually stunningexamples by leading figures in the history of Italianmanuscript illumination.The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Robert Lehman Wing1000 Fifth Avenue at 82 nd Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 535-7710NOIAW Commemorates Italian Heritage & CultureMonthOctober, Date and Time TBAThe National Organization of Italian American Women willhost special events that commemorate Italian heritage andculture and foster cross-cultural appreciation.Contact: (212) 237-8574e-mail: noiaw@aol.comItalian and Italian American IdentitiesOctober 1NoonPoetry panel/poetry reading by author Maria Terrone andother poets, to celebrate the richness and diversity ofItalian and Italian American identities through poetry. Ms.Terrone is the author of The Bodies We Were Loaned.Sponsored by the Department of European Languagesand Literatures, John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute and Italian clubs of Queens College.65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Maria Terrone (718) 997-5591e-mail: mterrone@qc.eduPuccini’s La BohemeOctober 112:30 pmGuest speaker Bridget Paolucci discusses La Boheme, themost beloved of operas. Sponsored by Il Club Italiano diWestchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclfani@sunywcc.edu23

Antonio Meucci: The True Inventor of the TelephoneOctober 1 - 31Permanent exhibit featuring Meucci’s telephone modelsand original documents. Sponsored by the Garibaldi–Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy in America.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandAdmission: $3Contact: Emily Gear (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMMuseum@aol.comGeneral Giuseppe Garibaldi: The Legendary Hero of TwoWorldsOctober 1 - 31Permanent exhibit featuring Garibaldi’s “Red Shirt” whichhe wore during the 1849 defiance of the Roman Republicand original handwritten documents. Sponsored by theGaribaldi–Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandAdmission: $3Contact: Emily Gear (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMMuseum@aol.comItalian OperaOctober 1 - 31Permanent display of libretti, photographs, posters, andartifacts of famous Italian operas.Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, Belmont Branch of the NewYork Public Library610 East 186 th Street at Hughes Avenue, BronxContact: Marisa Parish (718) 933-6410Enrico CarusoOctober 1 - 31Permanent exhibit of costumes, photographs, caricatures,and personal artifacts of Enrico Caruso. Please call tomake reservations. Sponsored by the Enrico CarusoMuseum of America.1942 East 19 th Street at Avenue T, BrooklynContact: Cav. Uff. Aldo Mancusi (718) 368-3993e-mail: CarusoMuseumNY@aol.com24

The Baldizzi Family TenementOctober 1 - 31Permanent exhibit. Visit a re-creation of the tenement ofthis Italian family as it was in the 1930s. Discover thespirited and imaginative means that the Baldizzi familyemployed to make their way through hard times and forgenew lives for themselves in America.Lower East Side Tenement Museum90 Orchard Street at Broome Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 431-0233CarusoOn display October 1 – November 2Exhibition of Enrico Caruso memorabilia and artifacts onloan from the Enrico Caruso Museum of America tocelebrate the life of this renowned performer. Sponsoredby the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandContact: Emily Gear (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comThe Influence of Andrea Palladio on AmericanArchitecture Through Thomas JeffersonOctober 1 - 31Library display of photographs from the collection ofMaria Massimi on the villas designed by Andrea Palladiowith historical notes of his influence on Thomas Jeffersonand American architecture.New Rochelle Public LibraryOne Library Plaza, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 632-7878A Tribute to Italian OperaOctober 1 - 31Library display of libretti, albums, photographs and more.Sponsored by the Antonio Meucci Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America and Il Club Italiano di WestchesterCommunity College.White Plains Public Library, Adult Alcove100 Martine Avenue, White PlainsContact: (914) 422-148025

“Emblems and the Ages of Life”October 25:30 pmPresentation by Daniel Russell, University of Pittsburgh,Department of Italian and French. Sponsored by theDepartment of Romance Languages and the Italian Club ofHunter College.Chanin Club Room B126, West Building695 Park Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Monica Calabritto (212) 772-5098e-mail: mcalabri@hunter.cuny.eduA Piano Concert by Massimo MercelliOctober 26:00 pmProgram from the Emilia Romagna Festival that featuresBeethoven, Chopin, Clementi and others. Sponsored bythe Italian Cultural Institute and Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó, New York University.24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Frank Calabrese (212) 998-8730e-mail: frank.calabrese@nyu.eduViaggio in Italia (Journey to Italy)October 27:00 pmFilm directed by Roberto Rossellini, starring IngridBergman and George Sanders. Guest speaker: IngridRossellini. Campari cocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of theItalian Academy Film Festival. Sponsored by the ItalianAcademy for Advanced Studies in America at ColumbiaUniversity.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-2306The Life and Times of Enrico CarusoOctober 27:00 pmDinner meeting with a presentation by Cav. Uff. AldoMancusi of the Enrico Caruso Museum of America.Sponsored by the Circolo da Vinci Organization ofYorktown Heights.Miraggio’s RestaurantTriangle Shopping Center, Yorktown HeightsAdmission: $25Contact: Richard Scarchilli (914) 962-2446e-mail: captaincarvel@optonline.net26

Columbus Celebration ConcertOctober 27:30 pmAnnual performance by the 30-piece Yonkers ConcertBand, under the direction of Maestro Joseph Stamboni,joined by guest tenor and soprano. Featuring symphonicmarches, overture, operatic highlights and a special“Grand Canzoniere” sing-along of twelve Neapolitansongs with words provided to the audience. Presentationof Miss Columbus 2003. Sponsored by the YonkersColumbus Day Celebration Committee and YonkersDepartment of Parks and Recreation.Saunders High School Auditorium183 Palmer Road, YonkersAdmission: freeContact: Frank Cardone (914) 476-2907Italian Economy and the EuroOctober 28:00 pmGuest speaker Dr. Pellegrino Manfra, The City Universityof New York, discusses perspectives in globalization.Sponsored by Il Club Italiano di Westchester CommunityCollege.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduMarconi International Fellowship Awards DinnerOctober 37:00 pmBlack-tie dinner. Marconi International Fellowships will beawarded to Robert Gallager and Robert Metcalfe. Sponsoredby the Guglielmo Marconi International FellowshipFoundation at Columbia University.Waldorf-Astoria Hotel301 Park Avenue, ManhattanContact: (212) 854-7676e-mail: media@marconifoundation.orgYonkers Columbus Dinner DanceOctober 37:00 pmSponsored by the Yonkers Columbus Day CelebrationCommittee.Maestro’s Caterers1703 Bronxdale Road, BronxContact: Ilmo Carozza (914) 476-552727

MalenaOctober 37:30 pmMonica Bellucci stars as a young man’s object of desire inthis romantic drama set in Sicily during WWII. Part of theWestchester Italian Film Festival. Sponsored by the Officeof County Executive Andrew Spano.Iona College, Ryan Hall715 North Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 995-4516e-mail: iis3@westchesergov.comThe Great CarusoOctober 38:00 pmBiographical film of Enrico Caruso starring Mario Lanza inthe title role. Sponsored by the John Michael MarinoLodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comBreast Cancer BrunchOctober 410:00 amHonoring Legislator Cameron Alden. Sponsored by theNew York State Grand Lodge Foundation, Order Sons ofItaly in America.La Grange InnMontauk Highway, West IslipAdmission: $45Contact: Michelle Ment (845) 225-1144Autumn in New York LuncheonOctober 4NoonFundraiser to benefit children in need featuring a fashionshow and silent auction. Honoring Helen Barolini andTony May. Sponsored by the Italian Welfare League.The PlazaFifth Avenue at Central Park South, ManhattanAdmission: $125Contact: Diana Femia (212) 861-8480e-mail: drfjunegirl@aol.com28

Yonkers Columbus Day Concelebrated Massand ReceptionOctober 45:00 pmSponsored by the Yonkers Columbus Day CelebrationCommittee.Church of Our Lady of Mount CarmelPark Hill Avenue at Linden Street, YonkersContact: Father Terzo Vinci (914) 963-4766Ezio Pellitieri: Una Serata di Musica ItalianaOctober 47:00 pmInternationally acclaimed Maestro Ezio Pellitieri plays avariety of Italian musical numbers on accordion and piano.Sassinoro Café50 Main Street at South Lexington Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: $10Contact: Francesco Mastracchio (914) 993-0471e-mail: sassinoro@palm.net“Festivale Culinario Italiano”October 4, 11, 187:00 pmAn evening of fine Italian dining and entertainment.Music by Maurizio and Ugo. Reservations required.Carmela Ristorante Italiano912 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin SquareContact: Anthony Calia (516) 488-9898Marriage Italian StyleOctober 47:30 pmSophia Loren heats up the screen with MarcelloMastroianni in this farce about the modern marriage,directed by Vittorio De Sica. Reception to follow. Part ofthe Westchester Italian Film Festival. Sponsored by theOffice of County Executive Andrew Spano.Iona College, Ryan Hall715 North Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 995-4516e-mail: iis3@westchestergov.comYonkers Columbus Day BreakfastOctober 510:00 amSponsored by the Yonkers Columbus Day CelebrationCommittee.29

Dunwoodie Golf CourseTwo Wasylenko Lane, YonkersContact: Susan Campanile (914) 779-3912Speno Lodge Dinner DanceOctober 5NoonHonoring Joseph Sciame, National President, Order Sonsof Italy in America. Sponsored by the Edward J. SpenoLodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.Verdi’s of Westbury680 Old Country Road, WestburyAdmission: $70Contact: Connie Conte (516) 794-1089Town of Huntington vs. Town of BabylonBocci TournamentOctober 5NoonCelebrate a day of family fun and bocci. Sponsored byCouncilman Mark Cuthbertson, Supervisor Steven Belloneand the Order Sons of Italy in America.Elwood ParkCuba Hill Road, East NorthportContact: Jack Fass (631) 351-3071Staten Island Columbus Day ParadeOctober 51:00 pmAssembles at New Dorp High School following the StatenIsland Proclamation Ceremony and marches along NewDorp Lane.New Dorp High School465 New Dorp Lane, Staten IslandContact: Joanne Nuzzo (718) 816-2133Domenica al Bar Gioccando ScopaOctober 5, 12, 19, 261:00 pmLessons and open games of scopa, the traditional Italiancard game.Sassinoro Café50 Main Street at South Lexington Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: freeContact: Francesco Mastracchio (914) 993-0471e-mail: sassinoro@palm.net30

Italian Opera: A Celebration of LifeOctober 51:30 pmLou Barrella presents a lecture on the wonderful art formthat is opera. Including musical examples and videoexcerpts, he shares his insight into the minds and souls oflegendary composers. Sponsored by the Garibaldi-MeucciMuseum, Order Sons of Italy in America.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandAdmission: freeContact: John Cicero (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comYonkers Columbus Day ParadeOctober 52:00 pmBeginning at South Broadway and McLean Avenue,proceeding along Nepperhan Avenue and New MainStreet to the reviewing stand in Columbus Park on ParkHill Avenue. Sponsored by the Yonkers Columbus DayCelebration Committee.Contact: Rocco Massello (914) 423-1371L’Ultima Diva (The Last Diva)October 52:00 pmDocumentary film, directed by Gianfranco Mingozzi, aboutItaly’s most famous silent film star: Francesca Bertini.Sponsored by the John Michael Marino Lodge, OrderSons of Italy in America.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comPinocchioOctober 52:00 pmFilm screening of the Walt Disney adaptation of theclassic tale by Carlo Collodi.White Plains Public Library100 Martine Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: freeContact: (914) 422-147631

The Life and Times of Enrico CarusoOctober 5, 12, 262:00 pmLecture, film screening and tour of the Enrico CarusoMuseum. Presentation by Cav. Uff. Aldo Mancusi. Pleasecall for reservations. Sponsored by the Enrico CarusoMuseum of America.1942 East 19 th Street, BrooklynAdmission: $10Contact: Cav. Uff. Aldo Mancusi (718) 368-3993e-mail: CarusoMuseumNY@aol.comPutnam County Columbus Day ParadeOctober 52:30 pmThe assemblage of marchers will be along Route 6, liningup at 1:30 pm and commencing at the KMart ShoppingCenter Plaza and concluding with music and food at theMahopac Chamber Community Park on Route 6N indowntown Mahopac. The Grand Marshal is Michael J.Piazza, Jr., and Honorary Grand Marshals are Anna Creccoand Pasquale Cipollone. Raindate is October 19. Sponsoredby the Italian American Club of Mahopac.Contact: (845) 628-1695The Legend of “La Befana” and the Feast of the EpiphanyOctober 52:30 pmPresentation by Emelise Aleandri. Sponsored by theLoggia Glen Cove, Order Sons of Italy in America.Glen Cove Public Library4 Glen Cove Avenue, Glen CoveContact: Kathryn Grande (516) 676-7436Italian American CelebrationOctober 53:00 pmShort lecture and film screening of The Great Carusostarring Mario Lanza. Reception to follow. Sponsored byIl Club Italiano di Westchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.edu32

Apostolato Italiano Procession and MassOctober 54:00 pmProcession and mass with the newly appointed BishopNicholas DiMarzio of Brooklyn and participation of allItalian priests. The procession begins at 4:00 pm from theChurch of Saint Dominic, 2001 Bay Ridge Parkway at 20 thAvenue, Brooklyn. High Mass begins at 5:00 pm at theChurch of Saint Athanasius, 2154 61 st Street at BayParkway, Brooklyn. Sponsored by the Italian Apostolateof the Diocese of Brooklyn.Contact: Deacon Carlo Mellace (718) 965-7300 ext. 1403Mamma RomaOctober 54:00 pmFilm by Pier Paolo Pasolini, starring Anna Magnani as asingle mother forced into prostitution to support hertroubled teenage son. Part of the Westchester Italian FilmFestival. Sponsored by the Office of County ExecutiveAndrew Spano.Iona College, Ryan Hall715 North Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 995-4516e-mail: iis2@westchestergov.comStrega Nona’s Pasta DayOctober 62:00 pmListen to Strega Nona and Big Anthony stories and makecrafts with pasta. For children ages seven and up.Riverfront Branch of the Yonkers Public LibraryOne Larkin Center, YonkersAdmission: freeContact: (914) 337-1500Italian Opera’s Impact on Musical Theatre and theAmerican SongbookOctober 71:50 pmA lecture and discussion for students on the influence ofItalian opera on the American music scene. Acclaimedfilmmaker and songwriter Tony DeNonno will be the guestspeaker. Sponsored by the Committee to AdvancePluralism and Equity of Kingsborough CommunityCollege.2001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: APappagallo@kbcc.cuny.edu33

Cinema Italia: Featuring Cinema ParadisoOctober 72:00 pmThis classic film about the story of a lifelong love affairwith the movies will be presented to students. Sponsoredby the Office of Student Life and College Center Programsof Kingsborough Community College.College Center, Television Lounge2001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: APappagallo@kbcc.cuny.eduBernini and the Bell TowersOctober 76:00 pmA lecture and book signing with Sarah McPhee. Receptionto follow. Sponsored by Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó,New York University.24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: $20, $15, free for members and students,faculty and staff of NYUContact: Frank Calabrese (212) 998-8730e-mail: frank.calabrese@nyu.eduEnrico Caruso: His Food and MusicOctober 7, 14, 21, 287:00 pmShowcase of Neapolitan music and Neapolitan specialdishes. Music with Gianni and Lisette.Carmela Ristorante Italiano912 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin SquareContact: Anthony Calia (516) 488-9898The Italian American World of Enrico CarusoOctober 89:00 amItalian Heritage Day. Review the time and culture of ItalianAmericana during the period that Enrico Caruso came tothe United States. Sponsored by the Center for ItalianAmerican Studies, Nassau Community College, LongIsland Chapter of the American Italian Historical Associationand the Order Sons of Italy in America.Nassau Community College, College Center BuildingOne Education Drive, Garden CityAdmission: freeContact: Dr. Salvatore LaGumina (516) 572-9649e-mail: Quinnsal@aol.com34

Charles Joseph Bonaparte: “The Real Father of the FBIand the First American of Italian Heritage to be a Memberof a President’s Cabinet”October 811:30 amA special pictorial slogan hand cancellation will beavailable by a “Temporary Postal Station” to mark the 95 thanniversary of the foundation of the Federal Bureau ofInvestigation through the effort of Charles J. Bonaparte.Sponsored by Dr. Comm. Joseph Zagame, Philatelist ofBrooklyn.Italian Cultural Institute686 Park Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Dr. Comm. Joseph Zagame (718) 256-6877Fabio Morgera and BandOctober 8NoonJazz concert. Fabio Morgera was born in Naples in 1963,lives in New York City and has performed all over theworld. Sponsored by the Department of EuropeanLanguages and Literature, John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute and Italian clubs of Queens College.Klapper Hall65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Maria Terrone (718) 997-5591e-mail: mterrone@qc.eduAssisi: City of Middle Ages and Saint FrancisOctober 82:00 pmFilm presentation. Sponsored by Il Club Italiano diWestchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduContemporary Classic Italian: Music ofthe Last 50 YearsOctober 8, November 5, December 3 8:00 pmPart of the Italian Academy Concert Series. Sponsored bythe Italian Academy for Advanced Studies in America atColumbia University.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan35

Admission: $12, $7Contact: Rick Whitaker (212) 854-1623e-mail: rw2115@columbia.eduItalian American Recipients of the Congressional Medalof HonorOctober 91:30 pmScreening of a documentary honoring the Italian Americanrecipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Sponsoredby the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum and the Commissionfor Social Justice, Order Sons of Italy in America.College of Staten Island, Building 1C, Green DolphinLounge2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten IslandContact: John Dabbene (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comDivorzio all’Italiana (Divorce, Italian Style)October 97:00 pmFilm directed by Pietro Germi, starring MarcelloMastroianni and Daniela Rocca. Guest speaker: AntonioMonda. Campari cocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of theItalian Academy Film Festival. Sponsored by the ItalianAcademy for Advanced Studies in America at ColumbiaUniversity.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-2306The Columbus Day Society of Harrison Dinner DanceOctober 97:00 pmHonoring Vincent Garziano, Columbus Day MedallionRecipients the Honorable Francis Nicolai, Richard Salernoand the Honorable Phillip Trifiletti, Jr., and scholarshipwinners.The Fountainhead55 Quaker Ridge Road, New RochelleAdmission: $80Contact: Mary Riguzzi (914) 761-5358Italian Film Festival: Leggenda di una voceOctober 98:00 pmFilm on the life of young Enrico Caruso featuring GinaLollobrigida and Ermando Randi. In Italian. Sponsored by36

Il Club Italiano di Westchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 10075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduVerdi and Puccini – The Epitome of Italian OperaOctober 10NoonThis presentation will examine the historical context inwhich opera blossomed in Italy in the 19 th century, and willassess the specific impact of these composers on theoperatic form. The lecture by Mr. James Kolb will beaccompanied by audio and video illustrations. Sponsoredby the John Michael Marino Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.com“Enrico Caruso in the American Photographic Imagination”October 101:00 pmDiscussion of pre-circulated paper, written by RutgersHistory Ph.D. candidate Dominique Padurano. Sponsoredby the American Studies Department of Rutgers University.Douglass Campus, Ruth Adams BuildingNew Brunswick, New JerseyAdmission: freeContact: Dominique Padurano (732) 266-7736e-mail: padurano@yahoo.comNational Unity, Federalism, and the European UnionOctober 106:00 pmPresentation, in Italian with English translation, featuringItalian Parliament Representative, Senatore LearcoSaporito, “Il Sottosegretario di Stato per la FunzionePubblica” and National President of ANFE. Receptionpreceding the lecture. Sponsored by the Center for ItalianStudies, SUNY at Stony Brook.401 Park Avenue South, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (631) 632-744437

NYCTA Columbia Scholarship Dinner DanceOctober 108:00 pmHonoring Rosanna Scotto, Michael J. Landi, Ralph Penzaand Angela Pellicani.Sponsored by the Columbia Association of the New YorkCity Transit Authority, Inc.Micali Terrace1521 86 th Street, BrooklynAdmission: $65Contact: Paul Gallo (646) 252-3823OSIA Columbus Day Empire State Building LightingCeremonyOctober 108:00 pmDinner honoring Joseph Sciame, National President, OrderSons of Italy in America and to mark the beginning ofColumbus Day weekend celebration with a viewing of theillumination of the Empire State Building in the colors ofthe Italian flag – green, white and red. Sponsored by theNew York State Grand Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.Giando-on-the Water400 Kent Avenue, BrooklynAdmission: $60Contact: Sylvia Summa (718) 384-7915e-mail: caramia713@aol.comAn Evening of Jazz and Pop StandardsOctober 108:00 pmConcert featuring Linda Ciofalo Musical Trio. Sponsoredby the John Michael Marino Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comResearching Ancestors Using Voter RegistrationsRecordsOctober 1110:30 amPresentation by Jordan Auslander, professional genealogist.Sponsored by the Italian Genealogical Group.Bethpage Public Library47 Powell Avenue, BethpageContact: (631) 586-474038

Brooklyn Columbus Day ParadeOctober 11NoonParade marches along 18 th Avenue between 61 st Street and84 th Street. The Grand Marshals are Robert M. Buonvino,Domenic M. Recchia, Jr. and Gina Romano. Sponsored bythe Federation of Italian American Organizations ofBrooklyn, Ltd.Contact: G. Jack Spatola (718) 259-2828e-mail: fiaob@aol.comQueens Columbus Day ParadeOctober 11NoonAssemble at Kaufman Studios, 34-12 36 th Street, Astoria.Sponsored by the Federation of Italian American Organizationsof Queens, Inc.Contact: Angie Markham (718) 204-2444e-mail: fiao@juno.comSleepy Hollow Columbus Day Parade and FestivalOctober 11NoonParade in conjunction with annual street fair and festival.Beekman Avenue, Village of Sleepy HollowContact: Office of the Mayor (914) 366-5107Fun with Italian: Italian ExplorersOctober 111:00 pmPresentation of games, crafts and dancing for childrenages four and up by Geoffrey Claroni, Assistant Directorfor Community Programs, John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute. Sponsored by the Antonio MeucciLodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.Crestwood Branch of the Yonkers Public Library16 Thompson Street, YonkersAdmission: freeContact: (914) 337-1500Gender Roles Italian StyleOctober 112:00 pmHave the traditional roles changed? Are they an asset oran obstacle to personal development? A participatoryworkshop led by Dr. Ted Laquercia and Dr. Rose FicheraMcAloon. Includes an Italian lunch. Sponsored by theItalian American Psychotherapy Center and the ExtensionDivision of the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies.39

16 West 10 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: $30, $35Contact: Dr. Rose Fichera McAloon (212) 316-0310e-mail: RFMcAloon@aol.comOssining Columbus Day FestivalOctober 11, 125:00 pmFesta Italiana: old fashioned Italian feast. Sponsored bythe Christopher Columbus Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.Harbor SquareWater Street, OssiningContact: (914) 923-2514Columbus Day Genoese DinnerOctober 116:00 pmAuthentic five course Genoese dinner to celebrate theColumbus Day weekend. Reservations required.Beatrice Inn Restaurant285 West 12 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: $50Contact: Vivian Cardia (212) 929-6165The 59 th Annual Columbus Day Weekend GalaOctober 116:30 pmBlack-tie gala dinner. Sponsored by the ColumbusCitizens Foundation.Waldorf-Astoria Hotel301 Park Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $500Contact: (212) 249-9923e-mail: ccfoundtn@aol.comPort Chester Columbus Day Dinner DanceOctober 117:00 pmHonoring Grand Marshal Nick Mecca. Sponsored by theColumbus Day Celebration Committee of Port Chester andRye Brook.T & J Restaurant223 Westchester Avenue, Port ChesterAdmission: $45Contact: Toni Ganim (914) 937-526240

West Harrison Columbus Celebration Fireworks DisplayOctober 117:30 pmProgram of music, fun and fireworks. Sponsored by theHarrison Recreation Department.West Harrison FirehouseLake Street, West HarrisonContact: (914) 670-3035Port Chester Columbus Day Wreath Laying CeremonyOctober 129:00 amSponsored by the Columbus Day Celebration Committeeof Port Chester and Rye Brook.Christopher Columbus Statue, Columbus ParkRyan Avenue, Port ChesterContact: Toni Ganim (914) 937-5262Bronx Columbus Day MassOctober 129:30 amSponsored by the Bronx Columbus Day Parade Committee.Church of Saint Dominic1739 Unionport Road, BronxContact: Maria Fosco (212) 642-2048Port Chester Columbus Day Flag Raising CeremonyOctober 129:45 amSponsored by the Columbus Day Celebration Committeeof Port Chester and Rye Brook.Village Square, Port ChesterContact: Toni Ganim (914) 937-5262White Plains Columbus Day Wreath Laying CeremonyOctober 1210:00 amFormal dedication and ceremony. Reception to follow.Sponsored by the Antonio Meucci Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.Statue of Cristoforo ColomboNorth Broadway at Lake Street, White PlainsContact: Antonio Capicotto (914) 948-6741Bronx Columbus Day BreakfastOctober 1211:00 amFollowing the Bronx Columbus Day Mass. Reservationsrequired. Sponsored by State Senator Guy J. Velella.41

Bishop Mestice Center, Church of Saint Dominic1739 Unionport Road, BronxContact: Maria Fosco (212) 642-2048Bronx Columbus Day ParadeOctober 12NoonStarts at Morris Park Avenue and White Plains Road. TheGrand Marshal is Father Louis Gigante. The HonoraryMarshals are the Honorable Dominic Massaro, LouiseDeLucia and Sergio Cavalli. Sponsored by the BronxColumbus Day Parade Committee.Contact: (718) 409-9881PinocchioOctober 122:00 pmFilm screening of the recent adaptation by RobertoBenigni of the classic tale by Carlo Collodi.White Plains Public Library100 Martine Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: freeContact: (914) 422-1476Port Chester Columbus Day ParadeOctober 122:00 pmMarches along Hawthorne Avenue and WestchesterAvenue. The Grand Marshal is Nick Mecca. Sponsoredby the Columbus Day Celebration Committee of PortChester and Rye Brook.Contact: Toni Ganim (914) 937-5262Opera Pops ConcertOctober 124:00 pmA two-hour concert of popular opera arias and ensemblesfeaturing soloists of the Regina Opera Company.Regina Hall65 th Street and 12 th Avenue, BrooklynAdmission: $8Contact: Marie Cantoni (718) 232-3555e-mail: reginaopera@yahoo.com42

Columbus Day MassOctober 139:30 amCelebrating the 511 th anniversary of the discovery ofAmerica. Sponsored by the Columbus Citizens Foundation.The Cathedral of Saint PatrickFifth Avenue at Fiftieth Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 371-1000 ext. 3055Great to Live in Harrison: Columbus Day Paradeand FestivalOctober 1310:00 amSponsored by the Harrison Recreation Department.Halstead Avenue and Riis Park, HarrisonContact: (914) 670-3035The 59 th Annual Columbus Day ParadeOctober 13NoonLeading the parade will be the U.S. Marine Corp Band,Grand Marshal Roberto Cavalli, renowned fashiondesigner, special honored guest Italian Minister ofDefense Antonio Martino, Disney characters , Broadwayperformers, elaborate floats representing the regions andprovinces of Italy and more. Marches along Fifth Avenue,from 44 th Street to 79 th Street, Manhattan. Sponsored bythe Columbus Citizens Foundation.Contact: (212) 249-9923e-mail: ccfoundtn@aol.comPat CooperOctober 136:00 pmDinner and show featuring the opening act of Armonia, asensational Italian music review. Dinner served at 6:15 pm,show begins at 8:00 pm.Westchester Broadway TheatreOne Broadway Plaza, ElmsfordAdmission: $70Contact: (914) 592-2222NRIAA Columbus Day Celebration GalaOctober 137:00 pmDinner dance honoring Sebastian Bulfamante, HonorableFrank Garito, Father John Nazzaro, Dominic Procopio andProfessor Carlo Sclafani. Sponsored by the New Rochelle43

Italian American Association.Beckwith Pointe700 Davenport Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: $55Contact: Glorianne Mattesi (914) 422-7397Cinema Italia: Featuring MoonstruckOctober 142:00 pmThis film about an ‘unlucky in love’ Italian widow whofinds romance through the intervention of the Manhattanmoon will be presented to students. Sponsored by theOffice of Student Life and College Center Programs ofKingsborough Community College.College Center, Television Lounge2001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: APappagallo@kbcc.cuny.eduItalian Clubs Open HouseOctober 143:00 pmOpen house and membership drive for students. Sponsoredby the Italian Clubs of Kingsborough CommunityCollege.Club Office, West Academic Center, Room C-2022001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: APappagallo@kbcc.cuny.eduItalian American Women WritersOctober 147:00 pmPresentation by Mary Jo Bona, SUNY at Stony Brook.John C. Hart Memorial Library1130 East Main Street, Shrub OakAdmission: freeContact: (914) 245-5262Italian American Congressional Medal ofHonor RecipientsOctober 15Sponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America and the Smithtown Library.Library GalleryOne North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.us44

Nassau Columbus Day CelebrationOctober 156:00 pmHonoring Anthony J. Califano and Carl Lizza, Jr. Sponsoredby the Nassau Italian Americans in GovernmentService, Inc.Chateau Briand440 Old Country Road, Carle PlaceAdmission: $65, $75Contact: Nicholas Bartilucci (516) 364-9890e-mail: nbartilucci@db-eng.comLecture and Tasting: Neapolitan Culinary Dishes ofEnrico CarusoOctober 157:00 pmJoin us in getting to know and to taste some of the greatNeapolitan dishes that were favorites of Enrico Caruso,with chef Tony Buonasera. Reservations required.Carmela Ristorante Italiano4151 Merrick Road, MassapequaContact: Gaspare Buscaglia (516) 799-1871Italian Heritage Month at the Belmont LibraryOctober 157:30 pmThe video The Musical Biography of Enrico Carusotraces his career from early café days to his triumphs at theMetropolitan Opera. Discussion and refreshments tofollow. Sponsored by the Enrico Fermi Cultural Committee.Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, Belmont Branch of the NewYork Public Library610 East 186 th Street at Hughes Avenue, BronxContact: Frances Fusco (718) 933-6410Sculptures and Paintings by Nino De SimoneOctober 15 - 30Exhibition opening on October 15 at 7:00 pm.Angel Orensanz Foundation Center for the Arts172 Norfolk Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 529-7194Children of FateOctober 167:00 pmDocumentary film about a family struggling in poverty inSicily.Jacob Burns Film Center45

364 Manville Road, PleasantvilleAdmission: $12Contact: Abby Popper (914) 773-7663Are Italians White?: How Race is Made in AmericaOctober 176:00 pmBook presentation and panel discussion with editorsJennifer Guglielmo and Salvatore Salerno. Sponsored byCasa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó, New York University.24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Frank Calabrese (212) 998-8730e-mail: frank.calabrese@nyu.eduMoreno Fruzzetti in ConcertOctober 177:20 pmSponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America and the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.usMeucci Lodge Columbus Dinner DanceOctober 177:30 pmHonoring Man of the Year Luigi Di Nota. Entertainmentby the Carozza Brothers. Sponsored by the AntonioMeucci Lodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.The Surf Club280 Davenport Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: $80Contact: Rose Tassone (914) 949-9472Over the River and Through the WoodsOctober 17, 18, 24, 258:00 pmOctober 262:00 pmStaged full-length comedy by Joe DiPietro celebratingItalian American values of family, traditions and love.Directed by Elaine Hartel.Van Cortlandtville School TheaterRoute 6, Mohegan LakeAdmission: $12, $10Contact: Phyllis Kirigin (914) 271-3698e-mail: kiriginp@bestweb.net46

Fun with Italian Games and CraftsOctober 1811:00 amPresentation of games, crafts and dancing for childrenages four and up by Geoffrey Claroni, Assistant Directorfor Community Programs, John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute. Sponsored by the Antonio MeucciLodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.New Rochelle Public LibraryOne Library Plaza, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 632-7878Enrico Caruso Lecture and ReceptionOctober 181:30 pmAldo Mancusi, founder and curator of the Enrico CarusoMuseum of America lectures on the extraordinary accomplishmentsof Enrico Caruso. Reception to follow.Sponsored by the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sonsof Italy in America.420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten IslandContact: John Cicero (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.comGaribaldi-Meucci Museum LuncheonOctober 1912:30 pmHonoring New York State Senator Carl L. Marcellino.Sponsored by the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sonsof Italy in America.Leonard’s of Great Neck555 Northern Boulevard, Great NeckAdmission: $60Contact: John Cicero (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMMuseum@aol.comArt Words: The Poetry of MichelangeloOctober 192:00 pmConceived and performed by Bob Spiotto. This uniqueperformance enhanced by a compelling musical score andinspiring images will take you on a moving and poignantjourney through the art of the word.Ward Melville Heritage Organization Educational &Cultural Center111 Main Street, Stony BrookContact: (631) 751-224447

Assunta SpinaOctober 192:00 pmFlorid silent film melodrama starring Francesca Bertini.Sponsored by the John Michael Marino Lodge, OrderSons of Italy in America.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comItalian Proverbs … What Do They Really Mean?October 192:00 pmSponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America and the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.usViva Verdi – Part IIOctober 193:00 pmSpecial concert of classic arias highlighting GiuseppeVerdi’s operas performed by renowned artists of the NewRochelle Opera Company. Sponsored by Il Club Italiano diWestchester Community College.Academic Arts Theater75 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: $18, $15Contact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduMichael Amante in Concert with the Nassau PopsSymphony OrchestraOctober 193:00 pmGala benefit concert for Special Olympics on Long Islandfeaturing the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra under thedirection of Maestro Louis Panacciulli.Tilles Center, C.W. Post CollegeBrookvilleContact: (516) 299-310048

The Life and Times of Enrico CarusoOctober 193:00 pmLecture and film screening about Enrico Caruso with adisplay of memorabilia. Presentation by Cav. Uff. AldoMancusi. Sponsored by the Cellini Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.Clinton Martin Park Recreation Center611 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde ParkContact: Angelina Spero (516) 488-4062Settimana Internazionale della Lingua ItalianaOctober 20 - 25With the participation of novelist and journalist AlbertoBevilacqua. Sponsored by the Italian Cultural Institute.686 Park Avenue, ManhattanContact: (212) 879-4242Cinema Italia: FeaturingHeaven Touches Brooklyn in JulyOctober 212:00 pmThis documentary by Tony DeNonno about the traditional‘Dancing of the Giglio’ in Italy and the United States ofAmerica will be presented to students. Sponsored by theOffice of Student Life and College Center Programs ofKingsborough Community College.College Center, Television Lounge2001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: Apappagallo@kbcc.cuny.eduBenvenuto Cellini: Sexuality, Masculinity,and Artistic Identity in Renaissance ItalyOctober 216:00 pmBook presentation by Margaret A. Gallucci. Sponsored byCasa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó, New York University.24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Frank Calabrese (212) 998-8730e-mail: frank.calabrese@nyu.edu49

Sicily: A Day in the LifeOctober 21 – December 12Two American and two Sicilian photographers view thelandscape and people of Sicily. Featuring the photographyof Paul Blanchard, Bernardo Tortorici di Raffadali,Thomas Roma and Enzo Sellerio.Art Gallery, LaGuardia Hall, Brooklyn College2900 Bedford Avenue, BrooklynContact: (718) 951-5181“A Little Italian Immigrant Girl in Manhattan”October 2212:30 pmGuest speaker Nives Cappelli, a novelist, speaks about herongoing memoirs, entitled Manhattan, When I Was anImmigrant Girl. Sponsored by Il Club Italiano diWestchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 10075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.edu“Il romanzo rinascimentale e la nascita di una retoricadelle passioni”October 225:30 pmLecture, in Italian, by Sergio Zatti, Universita` degli Studidi Pisa. Sponsored by the Department of RomanceLanguages and the Italian Club of Hunter College.Chanin Club Room B126, West Building695 Park Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Monica Calabritto (212) 772-5098e-mail: mcalabri@hunter.cuny.eduFatsoOctober 226:00 pmFilm screening and discussion. A comedy about love,food and Italian American culture. Directed by AnneBancroft, starring Dom DeLuise and Anne Bancroft.Sponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America and the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.us50

The Italian Authors: Gioia TimpanelliOctober 227:00 pmInformal reading and discussion. Part of “A ReadingSeries” moderated by Robert Viscusi.Brooklyn Public Library, Central Library, Trustees RoomGrand Army Plaza, BrooklynContact: (718) 230-2100Il Vecchio Romagnano al Monte, Abandoned HistoricTown and the Metaphors it InvokesOctober 235:30 pmOn display October 23 – November 14Opening reception for the exhibition of photographs takenby Rosaria Vigorito, artist and faculty member at CUNYSchool of Law, of the abandoned mountain town ofVecchio Romagnano al Monte, devastated during the 1980earthquake. Sponsored by the Columbian Law StudentsAssociation and the CUNY School of Law.65-21 Main Street, Flushing, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Rosaria Vigorito (718) 340-4366e-mail: vigorito@mail.law.cuny.eduThe Golden Age of Enrico CarusoOctober 237:00 pmThe Italian Opera Company will be performing the greatopera arias of Enrico Caruso. Light refreshments will beserved. Reservations required. Sponsored by the ItalianHistorical Society of America.Dr. Parisi and Dr. Patel Medical Center1835 Bay Ridge Parkway, BrooklynAdmission: freeContact: Nina DiGregorio (718) 232-8162The Great CarusoOctober 238:00 pmFilm based on the life of Enrico Caruso, starring MarioLanza. Sponsored by Il Club Italiano di WestchesterCommunity College.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.edu51

The Artistry of Commedia Dell’ArteOctober 24NoonIn Risorgimento Italy, troupes of accomplished actorsdeveloped and perfected this uniquely improvisationalform of comedy. They performed on portable stages,using colorful costumes and distinctive masks, andinfluenced comedians through the ages. Slide presentationby Barbara Meredith Waldinger. Sponsored by theJohn Michael Marino Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.Port Washington Public LibraryOne Library Drive, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comThe Work of Elisa D’ArrigioOctober 246:30 pmSlide presentation of drawings and sculptures. Sponsoredby the Artists & Audiences Exchange and John D.Calandra Italian American Institute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-2035Angelo Giudici: Una Serata di Musica ItalianaOctober 247:00 pmMaestro Angelo Giudici of “I Forestieri” plays traditionalItalian folk music on the accordion.Sassinoro Café50 Main Street at South Lexington Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: $10Contact: Francesco Mastracchio (914) 993-0471e-mail: sassinoro@palm.netThe Life and Times of Enrico CarusoOctober 247:30 pmLecture and film screening about Enrico Caruso with adisplay of memorabilia. Presentation by Cav. Uff. AldoMancusi.Chappaqua Public Library195 South Greeley Avenue, ChappaquaAdmission: freeContact: Joan Kuhn (914) 238-4779 ext. 11952

Caruso Commemorative ConcertOctober 248:00 pmMaestro Vincent La Selva and his opera soloists with anacknowledgment of the centennial celebration debut ofEnrico Caruso. Sponsored by the John Michael MarinoLodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.The Landmark232 Main Street, Port WashingtonContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comNIAF ConventionOctober 24 and 258:00 amThe 28 th anniversary of the largest annual meeting ofItalian Americans in the United States will include cultural,economic, and tourism conferences, seminars, exhibits,receptions, entertainment and luncheons. Sponsored bythe National Italian American Foundation.The Washington Hilton Hotel1919 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.Contact: Jerry Jones (202) 387-0600e-mail: jerry@niaf.orgItalian Singing for ChildrenOctober 2510:00 amFun for children in grades 2 – 4. Sponsored by the Dr.Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sons of Italy in Americaand the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.usFun with Italian: Italian ExplorersOctober 2510:30 amPresentation of games, crafts and dancing for childrenages four and up by Geoffrey Claroni, Assistant Directorfor Community Programs, John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute. Sponsored by Italian Charities ofAmerica, Inc.83-20 Queens Boulevard, Elmhurst, QueensContact: Rose Sproviero (718) 478-310053

Italian American Congressional Medalof Honor RecipientsOctober 251:00 pmPresentation by Joseph and Josephine Truglio. Socialhour at noon. Sponsored by Bella Italia Mia, Inc.CNL Anne & Henry Paolucci International ConferenceCenter, Christ the King High School68-02 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, QueensAdmission: $5, $7Contact: Diego Lodico (718) 426-1240Part of What We Do OSIA –Order Sons of Italy in AmericaOctober 252:00 pmAn overview on the mission and outreach programs of theCommission for Social Justice by Santina Haemmerlefeaturing the documentary Italian American Recipients ofthe Congressional Medal of Honor. Plus an overview onthe history and outreach programs of the Garibaldi-MeucciMuseum by John Dabbene and Emily Gear. Sponsored bythe John Michael Marino Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.The Landmark232 Main Street, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comNIAF Gala Awards DinnerOctober 256:00 pmThe 28 th anniversary of the NIAF convention and galadinner in Washington is an important high-profile event,generating funds that support NIAF programs andactivities. It attracts nearly 3,000 people each yearincluding every president of the United States since 1975.Virtually every leading Italian American in business,politics, sports and entertainment has also attended.Sponsored by the National Italian American Foundation.The Hilton Washington and Towers1919 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.Contact: Bonni Celini (202) 387-0600e-mail: bonni@niaf.org54

Mazzei Lodge Dinner DanceOctober 257:00 pmSponsored by the Filippo Mazzei Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.Nyack Grande65 Main Street, NyackAdmission: $70Contact: (845) 786-5372An Evening in ItalyOctober 257:00 pmHonoring Jo Falcone. Sponsored by Westco Productions.Graziella’s Ballroom95 South Broadway, White PlainsAdmission: $75, $100, $125Contact: (914) 761-5721Calabria Society Dinner DanceOctober 257:00 pmSponsored by the Calabria Society of New Rochelle.The Surf Club280 Davenport Avenue, New RochelleAdmission: $85Contact: Domenico Procopio (914) 632-9742Festivale Culinario NapoletanoOctober 257:00 pmItalian dining and entertainment highlighting the music ofEnrico Caruso. With Nat and Diana Carbo.Carmela Ristorante Italiano912 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin SquareContact: Anthony Calia (516) 488-9898Mount Pleasant Columbus Dinner DanceOctober 26Honoring Donald A. Antonecchia. Sponsored by theMount Pleasant Italian American Association.Villa Barone Hilltop ManorRoute 6, MahopacAdmission: $70Contact: (914) 747-384455

Italian Charities of America Dinner DanceOctober 261:00 pmHonoring Salvatore J. Cumella, M.D., Mrs. MargaretLagana Pataki, Russell Hotzler, Ph.D., Leon Da Silva andJames C. Lisa. Sponsored by Italian Charities of America,Inc.Roma View160-05 Cross Bay Boulevard, Howard Beach, QueensAdmission: $75Contact: Rose Sproviero (718) 478-3100A Tribute to the Sand Miners of Port WashingtonOctober 262:00 pmPresentations by Dr. Philip Cannistraro, Executive Directorof the John D. Calandra Italian American Institute, Dr.George Williams, author, Elly Shodell, oral historian andthe Sand-Miners Monument Committee. Sponsored bythe John Michael Marino Lodge, Order Sons of Italy inAmerica.The Landmark232 Main Street, Port WashingtonAdmission: freeContact: Glen Andersen (516) 883-8547e-mail: Giufa21@aol.comFun with PinocchioOctober 262:00 pmFeaturing a visit from Pinocchio. Presentation of games,crafts and dancing for children ages four and up byGeoffrey Claroni, Assistant Director for CommunityPrograms, John D. Calandra Italian American Institute.Sponsored by the Antonio Meucci Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.White Plains Public Library, Children’s Room100 Martine Avenue, White PlainsAdmission: freeContact: (914) 422-1476Festival of OperaOctober 263:00 pmTenor Enzo Citarelli and soprano Grace Hart will performarias from Puccini and other Italian composers. Sponsoredby the Avanti Cultural Society.Long Beach Public Library56

111 West Park Avenue, Long BeachAdmission: freeContact: Carol Arnone (516) 431-8961Italian Heritage & Culture Month CelebrationOctober 266:00 pmItalian Heritage Dinner Dance. Sponsored by the WilliamC. La Morte Lodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.Staaten Restaurant697 Forest Avenue, Staten IslandContact: John Dabbene (718) 984-5404e-mail: johndabbene@hotmail.comLooking for Andrea Palladio Throughout WestchesterOctober 277:00 pmSlide presentation on the influence of Palladian architecturethroughout Westchester, by Maria Massimi.New Rochelle Public LibraryOne Library Plaza, New RochelleAdmission: freeContact: (914) 632-7878Italian Heritage Month’s Book DiscussionOctober 282:00 pmFeaturing Umbertina by Helen Barolini. Refreshments willbe served.Grinton I. Will Branch of the Yonkers Public Library1500 Central Park Avenue, YonkersAdmission: freeContact: (914) 337-1500Cinema Italia: Featuring It’s Carnival in VeniceOctober 282:00 pmThis documentary about the beauty and excitement of thetraditional celebration of carnevale in Venice will bepresented to students. Sponsored by the Office ofStudent Life and College Center Programs ofKingsborough Community College.College Center, Television Lounge2001 Oriental Boulevard, BrooklynContact: Dean Angelo Pappagallo (718) 368-5597e-mail: APappagallo@kbcc.cuny.edu57

The Joy of Italian OperaOctober 287:30 pmPresentation by Lou Barrella. Insights with audio andvideo examples celebrating a wide range of operaticcomposers, singers and styles. Sponsored by the Societyfor Italian Culture of Long Island.Garden City Library60 Seventh Street, Garden CityAdmission: freeContact: Lillian Alessi (516) 674-3090Ciphers in Time: Recent Italian Mixed Media ArtOctober 28 – December 23Mixed media art exhibit of works by Angela Biancofiore,Luisella Carretta and Gian Carlo Pagliasso. Curated byProfessor Peter Carravetta, Queens College.Queens College Art Center, Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Suzanna Simor (718) 997-3770e-mail: suzanna_simor@qc.eduAn Evening Dedicated to ApuliaOctober 29Sponsored by Bridge Apulia-USA.Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó, New York University24 West 12 th Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 998-8739ITALICS: The Italian American MagazineOctober 2910:00 am, 3:00 pm, 8:00 pmNovember 1 at 8:00 pm and November 2 at 10:00 amMonthly television program documenting the ItalianAmerican experience. Produced by the John D. CalandraItalian American Institute, Queens College/CUNY andCUNY-TV. CUNY-TV airs on cable channel 75 in Manhattan,Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx.Check your local cable listings.Contact: (212) 642-204458

Italian Americans: A Beautiful SongOctober 292:00 pmOctober 307:00 pmThis film celebrates a particular Italian way of understandinglife and universal family connections. Sponsored by IlClub Italiano di Westchester Community College.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduGive Us This DayOctober 296:00 pmFilm screening and discussion led by Professor FredGardaphé. Directed by Edward Dmytryk. Based on thebest seller Christ in Concrete by Pietro di Donato.Sponsored by the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sonsof Italy in America and the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.usOnly YouOctober 301:00 pmFilm screening and discussion. An enchanting romanticcomedy with spectacular Italian scenery as a backdrop.Directed by Norman Jewison, starring Marisa Tomei,Robert Downey and Bonnie Hunt. Sponsored by the Dr.Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Order Sons of Italy in Americaand the Smithtown Library.One North Country Road, SmithtownContact: Janice Sibilia (631) 361-9157e-mail: jsibilia@suffolk.lib.ny.usLittle ItalyOctober 304:00 pmBook talk by Emelise Aleandri and entertainment by theFrizzi & Lazzi Olde Time Italian American Music andTheatre Company. Refreshments and a light supper will beserved. Sponsored by the United Federation of TeachersItalian American Committee and Educators Chapter of theItalian American Labor Council.52 Broadway, ManhattanAdmission: $15Contact: George Altomare (212) 598-777159

Gallery Talk - Ciphers in Time:Recent Italian Mixed Media ArtOctober 305:00 pmGallery talk and reception.Queens College Art Center, Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Suzanna Simor (718) 997-3770e-mail: suzanna_simor@qc.eduAngelina Napolitano and Virgilia D’Andrea: Workers’Internationalism, First-Wave Feminism, and Two DefiantItalian Immigrant Women in North AmericaOctober 306:30 pmPresentation by Franca Iacovetta, University of Toronto.Part of the Seminar Series in Italian American Studies.Sponsored by the John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-2035Bridge Apulia-USA Award CeremonyOctober 316:00 pmPresentation of the “Bridge Personality of the Year Award”to Westchester County Executive Andrew Spano.Italian Cultural Institute686 Park Avenue, ManhattanContact: (212) 879-4242VendettaOctober 317:00 pmFilm presentation featuring an introduction and follow-updiscussion with Richard Gambino, author of the book,Vendetta. Part of the “Italian Labor-American Unions:From Conflicts to Reconciliation to Leadership” symposium.Sponsored in collaboration with the Office of theProvost, Center for Excellence and Innovation in Education,Center for Study of Working Class Life, HistoryDepartment and Center for Italian Studies of SUNY atStony Brook.Student Activity Center Auditorium60

Stony BrookAdmission: freeContact: Mario Mignone (631) 632-7444e-mail: mmignone@italianstudies.orgAMERICA! AMERICA!October 31, November 1 8:00 pmNovember 25:00 pmA two-act play by Enzo Carollo and directed by VittorioCapotorto of a young Sicilian family emigrating to theUnited States in the 1960s. Sponsored by Teatromania.New Utrecht High School Auditorium16-01 80 th Street, BrooklynAdmission: $15Contact: (718) 782-3901e-mail: Teatritaly@aol.comFellini !October 31 – January 25Panel and opening of a film retrospective and exhibition ofrarely seen drawings by the Italian filmmaker.Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum1071 Fifth Avenue at 89 th Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 423-3500Italian Labor-American Unions:From Conflicts to Reconciliation to LeadershipNovember 1 – 28:30 amNovember 1: Symposium: Speakers will include scholarsand American and Italian labor leaders. Admission is freeto the Student Activity Center Auditorium, SUNY at StonyBrook.November 2: Symposium: Speakers will include scholarsand American and Italian labor leaders. Admission is freeto SUNY Stony Brook Manhattan Site, 401 Park AvenueSouth.Sponsored in collaboration with the Office of the Provost,Center for Excellence and Innovation in Education, Centerfor Study of Working Class Life, History Department andCenter for Italian Studies of SUNY at Stony Brook.Contact: Mario Mignone (631) 632-7444e-mail: mmignone@italianstudies.org61

ACIM BreakfastNovember 29:00 amHonoring Joseph Sciame, National President, Order Sonsof Italy in America and Councilman Anthony Santino.Sponsored by the American Committee on Italian Migration.Chateau Briand440 Old Country Road, Carle PlaceContact: Nancy DiFiore Quinn (516) 593-4036Meucci Lodge Memorial MassNovember 210:30 amCelebrated in Italian for “All Souls Day” in memory ofdeceased members of the Lodge. Reception to follow.Sponsored by the Antonio Meucci Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel92 South Lexington Avenue, White PlainsContact: Antonio Capicotto (914) 948-6741Papallo Lodge Dinner DanceNovember 212:30 pmHonoring Immediate Past President Maria Misso. Sponsoredby the Father John Papallo Lodge, Order Sons ofItaly in America.Watermill Inn711 Smithtown Bypass, SmithtownAdmission: $70Contact: Fran Rella (631) 269-5990Grand Opera IINovember 23:00 pmSlide presentation provides a backstage peek of how anopera is produced at the Met, by Winnie Klotz. Sponsoredby Il Club Italiano di Westchester CommunityCollege.Classroom Building, Room 20075 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.edu62

International Music FestivalNovember 24:00 pmTake a trip around the world at this two-hour concertfeaturing songs in Italian and other languages. Sponsoredby the Regina Opera Company.Regina Hall12 th Avenue at 65 th Street, BrooklynAdmission: $8Contact: (718) 232-3555The Holocaust in ItalyNovember 52:30 pmDescription of the efforts of the Italian people to saveJews during World War II. Sponsored by the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy in America.College of Staten Island, Building 1P, Room 1192800 Victory Boulevard, Staten IslandContact: John Dabbene (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.com“Prince Eugene: The Swift Sword of the Savoys”November 56:15 pmSavoy History Lecture Series and Cocktail Reception.Inaugural lecture on the history of the Savoys (Savoia),Italy’s royal family. Featuring a focus on Prince Eugene ofSavoy the extraordinary military commander who defeatedthe Turks at Vienna in 1683 and the forces of Louis XIV atthe Battle of Blenheim (1704). Sponsored by the AmericanDelegation of Savoy Orders.Knickerbocker Club807 Fifth Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $55Contact: Carl Morelli (212) 972-1100e-mail: amsavoy@aol.comSalvatore GiulianoNovember 67:00 pmFilm directed by Francesco Rosi, starring Salvo Randoneand Frank Wolff. Guest speaker: Gaetanna Marrone-Puglia. Campari cocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of theItalian Academy Film Festival. Sponsored by the ItalianAcademy for Advanced Studies in America at ColumbiaUniversity.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-230663

Music Presentation and Italian ComposersNovember 67:00 pmDinner meeting with a presentation by Peter Piacquadioand Susan Kafer, music instructors, Ossining Union FreeSchool District. Sponsored by the Circolo da VinciOrganization of Yorktown Heights.Miraggio’s RestaurantTriangle Shopping Center, Yorktown HeightsAdmission: $25Contact: Richard Scarchilli (914) 962-2446e-mail: captaincarvel@optonline.netItalian Genealogy PresentationNovember 810:30 amSponsored by the Italian Genealogical Group.Bethpage Public Library47 Powell Avenue, BethpageContact: (631) 586-4740Amato Opera-in-Brief Family Series: Il TrovatoreNovember 811:30 amAbbreviated version of Giuseppe Verdi’s opera for theentire family to enjoy. Fully costumed performance inItalian with English narration.Amato Opera319 Bowery at Second Street, ManhattanAdmission: $15Contact: (212) 228-8200The Story of a Holocaust Survivor in Germany and ItalyNovember 10NoonSlide presentation by Walter Wolff. Sponsored by theJohn D. Calandra Italian American Institute and the Centerfor Jewish Studies of Queens College.Student Union Building65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, QueensContact: (212) 642-2094Bronx Italian and The Bodies We Were LoanedNovember 126:30 pmPresentations by poets Rosette Capotorto and MariaTerrone. Sponsored by the John D. Calandra Italian64

American Institute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-2035SocratesNovember 122:00 pmLecture/performance centers around Socrates’ last fewmonths. Composer and pianist, Alejandro Feo will performscenes and discuss his new opera. Sponsored by Il ClubItaliano di Westchester Community College.Academic Arts Building, Room 10475 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: freeContact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduOpera Showcase: Brava Italia!November 135:30 pmConcert featuring highlights from great Italian operas.Presented by Musica Reginae Productions with artisticdirector Maestro David Close providing narrative background.Sponsored by the Italian American HeritageMonth Committee of Queensborough Community College.Student Union Lounge222-05 56 th Avenue, Bayside, QueensAdmission: freeContact: Raymond Volel (718) 631-6233e-mail: Rvolel@qcc.cuny.eduDangerous Politics: Why the Sacco and VanzettiCase Still MattersNovember 136:30 pmPresentation by Michael Miller Topp, University of Texasat El Paso. Part of the Seminar Series in Italian AmericanStudies. Sponsored by the John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-203565

L’Avventura (The Adventure)November 137:00 pmFilm directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, starring GabrieleFerzetti and Monica Vitti. Guest speaker: Nelson Moe.Campari cocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of the ItalianAcademy Film Festival. Sponsored by the Italian Academyfor Advanced Studies in America at ColumbiaUniversity.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-2306Italian Entertainment NightNovember 157:00 pmDinner and show featuring Don Felice, MarcantonioPezzano and guest Neapolitan singer. Sponsored by theAntonio Meucci Lodge, Order Sons of Italy in America.279 Maple Avenue, White PlainsContact: Luigi Di Nota (914) 769-8987Michael Amante in ConcertNovember 158:00 pmAn evening of Broadway classics, Italian favorites andAmerican standards. Also featuring Tony-winning FaithPrince.Brooklyn College, Brooklyn Center for the Performing ArtsFlatbush Avenue at Nostrand Avenue, BrooklynAdmission: $40Contact: (718) 951-4500Una Storia SegretaNovember 162:00 pmDisplay on the internment of Italians in the United Statesof America during World War II. Sponsored by theGaribaldi-Meucci Museum, Order Sons of Italy in America.College of Staten Island, Center for the Arts2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten IslandContact: John Dabbene (718) 442-1608e-mail: GMPublicity@aol.com66

“Prophecy, Power and Patronage: Medicine,Astrology and Politics in Renaissance Milan”November 185:00 pmLecture by Monica Azzolini, University of Washington,Department of Italian Studies. Respondent: Nancy Siraisi,Hunter College and Graduate Center, CUNY. Sponsoredby the Department of Romance Languages and the ItalianClub and History Department of Hunter College.Chanin Club Room B126, West Building695 Park Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: Monica Calabritto (212) 772-5098e-mail: mcalabri@hunter.cuny.eduThe Joy of Italian OperaNovember 191:30 pmPresentation by Lou Barrella. Insights with audio andvideo examples celebrating a wide range of operaticcomposers, singers and styles. Sponsored by the GardenCity Community Club.Garden City Casino51 Cathedral Avenue, Garden CityContact: Paula Howe (516) 488-3246Ceremonies and Exhibition Recognizing thePresentation of the Poet John Ciardi CollectionNovember 194:00 pmThe collection was donated to the Stony Brook UniversityLibrary Special Collections Division by Edward Cifelli, anoted Ciardi scholar and biographer. Wine and cheesereception. Sponsored by the Center for Italian Studies,SUNY at Stony Brook.Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E2310Stony BrookContact: (631) 632-7444The Italian Authors: Louise DeSalvoNovember 197:00 pmInformal reading and discussion. Part of “A ReadingSeries” moderated by Robert Viscusi.Brooklyn Public Library, Central Library, Trustees RoomGrand Army Plaza, BrooklynContact: (718) 230-210067

Pasqualino Settebellezze (Seven Beauties)November 207:00 pmFilm directed by Lina Wertmuller, starring GiancarloGiannini. Guest speaker: Ruth Ben-Ghiat. Camparicocktail hour at 6:00 pm. Part of the Italian Academy FilmFestival. Sponsored by the Italian Academy for AdvancedStudies in America at Columbia University.1161 Amsterdam Avenue, ManhattanAdmission: $5Contact: (212) 854-2306Golden MilestonesNovember 207:30 pmAuthor Russell Esposito will discuss his book whichdepicts contributions of Italians from the time of theRoman Empire in the fields of art, music and politics.Sponsored by the Avanti Cultural Society.Long Beach Public Library111 West Park Avenue, Long BeachAdmission: freeContact: Carol Arnone (516) 431-8961Classical Violin Concert with Albert MaludNovember 232:00 pmSponsored by the Avanti Cultural Society.Long Beach Public Library111 West Park Avenue, Long BeachAdmission: freeContact: Carole Arnone (516) 431-8961A Concert to Celebrate the Centennial of Enrico Caruso’sAmerican DebutNovember 234:00 pmOpera recital of works by Puccini, Rossini, Verdi and moreto celebrate the centennial of Enrico Caruso’s Americandebut at the Metropolitan Opera on November 23, 1903.Reception to follow featuring tasting of Italian foods andwine. Sponsored by the Italian Heritage & CultureCommittee of New York, Inc. and the Dicapo OperaTheatre.184 East 76 th Street, ManhattanContact: (212) 288-943868

ITALICS: The Italian American MagazineNovember 26 10:00 am, 3:00 pm, 8:00 pmNovember 29 at 8:00 pm and November 30 at 10:00 amMonthly television program documenting the ItalianAmerican experience. Produced by the John D. CalandraItalian American Institute, Queens College/CUNY andCUNY-TV. CUNY-TV airs on cable channel 75 in Manhattan,Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx.Check your local cable listings.Contact: (212) 642-2044Italian Show: Music and ComedyDecember 73:00 pmFeaturing renowned comedian Floyd Vivino and internationalsinger Gino Di Napoli. Sponsored by Il Club Italianodi Westchester Community College.Academic Arts Theatre75 Grasslands Road, ValhallaAdmission: $12, $10Contact: Prof. Carlo Sclafani (914) 785-6790e-mail: Carlo.Sclafani@sunywcc.eduBehind the “Bollettino dell’Emigrazione”:Politics, History and Migration in Italy, 1886-1913December 116:30 pmSlide presentation by Peter Carravetta, Queens College.Part of the Seminar Series in Italian American Studies.Sponsored by the John D. Calandra Italian AmericanInstitute, Queens College/CUNY.25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th floor, ManhattanAdmission: freeContact: (212) 642-203569

Participating SchoolsElementary through SecondaryBronxOur Lady of Mount Carmel SchoolEssay ContestThroughout the month of OctoberStudents will conduct research and write essays aboutItalian and Italian American contributors to society.2465 Bathgate AvenueContact: Susan Cotronei (718) 295-6080e-mail: B213@adnyschools.orgManhattanLa Scuola d’Italia Guglielmo MarconiCelebrating Italian OperaOctober 179:00 amInterdisciplinary projects in art, history of art, music andhistory of music for the elementary, middle and highschools.12 East 96 th StreetContact: Marisa Larocca-Riccioli (212) 369-3290e-mail: secretary@lascuoladitalia.orgP.S. 42A Tribute to Music and the Arts in Commemoration ofItalian Heritage and CultureThroughout the month of OctoberInterdisciplinary projects and activities will focus on thegreat Enrico Caruso and Italian Opera.71 Hester StreetContact : Rosa Casiello O’Day, Principal (212) 226-8410NassauRobbins Lane Elementary SchoolCelebrating Enrico Caruso and Other Famous ItaliansThroughout the month of OctoberInterdisciplinary activities to commemorate the contributionsof Italians and Italian Americans: navigators,explorers, artists, architects, educators, composers by the70

second, third and fourth grades. The Italian Club willdedicate a full range of programs with films, operas andsongs depicting the life of Caruso. Students will also learnand sing Caruso’s favorite arias and songs.157 Robbins Lane, SyossetContact: Josephine Maietta (516) 364-5804SuffolkHauppauge High SchoolAATI American Association of Teachers of Italian, LongIsland ChapterOctober 177:00 pmItalian film screening in the classroom with analysis andpresentation by Professor Gino Balducci of SUNY atStony Brook.500 Lincoln BoulevardContact: Rita Fasano (631) 877-356271

Italian and Italian American Institutionsin New YorkManhattanItalian American Museum(in transitional residence at the John D. Calandra ItalianAmerican Institute, Queens College/CUNY)28 West 44 th Street, 17 th Floor, New York, NY 10036(212) 642-2020, info@ItalianAmericanMuseum.orgwww.ItalianAmericanMuseum.orgJohn D. Calandra Italian American Institute, QueensCollege/CUNY25 West 43 rd Street, 17 th Floor, New York, NY 10036(212) 642-2094, calandra@qc.eduwww.qc.edu/calandraThe Italian Academy for Advanced Studies in America atColumbia University1161 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027(212) 854-2306, itacademy@columbia.eduwww.italianacademy.columbia.eduNew York University, Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimó24 West 12 th Street, New York, NY 10011(212) 998-8739, casa.italiana@nyu.eduwww.nyu.edu/pages/casaitalianaIstituto Italiano di Cultura686 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10021(212) 879-4242, segr@italcultny.orgwww.italcultny.orgStaten IslandGaribaldi-Meucci Museum420 Tompkins Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305(718) 442-1608, GMMuseum@aol.comwww.GaribaldiMeucciMuseum.org72

BronxEnrico Fermi Cultural Center, Belmont Branch of theNew York Public Library610 East 186 th Street, Bronx, NY 10458(718) 933-6410www.arthuravenuebronx.com/enrico_fermi.htmBrooklynEnrico Caruso Museum of America1942 East 19 th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229(718) 368-3993, CarusoMuseumNY@aol.comwww.EnricoCarusoMuseum.com73

Borough Contact PersonsPosters and Calendars of Events can be picked up throughthe following contact persons:BronxMs. Frances M. Rello2765 Throop AvenueBronx, NY 10469(718) 882-2331Ms. Patricia FilomenaUFT Bronx Borough Office2500 Halsey StreetBronx, NY 10461(718) 379-6200BrooklynMr. Anthony SclafaniUFT Brooklyn Borough Office335 Adams StreetBrooklyn, NY 11201(718) 852-4900ManhattanMs. Nancy Indelicato310 West 106 th StreetNew York, NY 10025(212) 662-8264Mr. Geoffrey ClaroniJohn D. Calandra Italian American Institute25 West 43 rd Street, 17th FloorNew York, NY 10036(212) 642-2038Mr. George AltomareUFT Headquarters52 Broadway, 12 th FloorNew York, NY 10004(212) 598-777174

Mr. James MorganIstituto Italiano di Cultura686 Park AvenueNew York, NY 10021(212) 879-4242QueensMr. Joseph SciameVice President for Government and Community RelationsSt. John’s University, Administration BuildingNewman Hall, Room 1558000 Utopia ParkwayJamaica, NY 11439(718) 990-1486Ms. Harolyn FritzUFT Queens Borough Office97-77 Queens Boulevard, 5 th FloorRego Park, NY 11374(718) 275-4400Cav. Vincent IanneceFederation of the Italian American Organizations ofQueens, Inc.29-21 21 st AvenueAstoria, NY 11105(718) 204-2444Staten IslandMs. Joan MiglioriJohn D. Calandra Italian American Institute25 West 43 rd Street, 17th FloorNew York, NY 10036(212) 642-2033John DabbeneGaribaldi-Meucci Museum420 Tompkins AvenueStaten Island, NY 10305(718) 442-160875

Mr. John RobilottiUFT Staten Island Borough Office4456 Amboy RoadStaten Island, NY 10312(718) 605-1400WestchesterMr. Geoffrey ClaroniJohn D. Calandra Italian American Institute25 West 43 rd Street, 17th FloorNew York, NY 10036(212) 642-2038(914) 948-1490GClaroni@forbin.qc.edu76

Italian Heritage & Culture Month Bookmark✃OperaITALIANITALIANON EW YORK 2003Celebrating the Centennial ofEnrico Caruso's Debut in AmericaEnrico Caruso (1873-1921)The most famous tenor of histime, Enrico Caruso is renownedfor his contributions to the modernschool of singing. He was born onFebruary 27, 1873 to a poor familyin Naples, Italy. As a child, he sangin churches and made his debutas a tenor in Naples in 1894. As a young man, heperformed in small theaters throughout SouthernItaly. In 1897 he auditioned for Puccini with an ariafrom La Boheme--after which the baffled composeruttered the celebrated line, "Who sent youto me? God himself?" Soonafter, Caruso began performingin the great opera housesof Italy and by the turn of thecentury had already achievedinternational fame performingin Argentina, England, France,Russia, Spain, Germany andAustria.On November 23, 1903,Caruso made his Americandebut in Rigoletto at the MetropolitanOpera in New York City,and for the next seventeenyears, he opened each seasonat the Metropolitan, appearing in 36 different roles.While still in his prime, Caruso took violently ill onChristmas Day, 1920. He returned to Naples anddied there on August 2, 1921.Ciao Italia...Experience Italy onlinewww.italyculturemonth.org

OperaITALIANITALIANON EW YORK 2003Celebrating the Centennial ofEnrico Caruso's Debut in AmericaNino Martini (1902-1976)Born in Verona in 1902, tenorNino Martini studied in Paris,made his debut in Milan in 1925and came to the U.S. in 1929.Martini had his Hollywood moviedebut in 1930 with Parade andappeared in four additional films.He performed throughout the country and on CBSradio. During 13 consecutive seasons at theMetropolitan Opera, from 1933-46, he gave 110 performances.Martini died in Verona in 1976.The Italian Heritage & Culture CommitteeFor more than a quarter century the committee hasorganized events, concerts, exhibits and lectures,celebrating Italian culture in New York, the largestItalian city outside of Italy. Each year a theme representativeof the history and culture of Italy andItalian Americans is highlighted.New Web Site-www.italyculturemonth.orgThe committee promotes Italian culture focusing onschools and taking a leadership role promoting Italyand its cultural contributions. The web site(www.italyculturemonth.org) is the place to go foranything Italian: language, newspapers, culture, traveland other resources on Italy and Italian culture.The Fondazione Verona per L’ArenaThe foundation supports and promotes all theatres inVerona. It is a global foundation with 350 members inItaly and abroad. The American Foundation for Veronapromotes Verona as a center of Italian opera andgives scholarships to American musicians andsingers to study in a Verona based masters program.Italian Heritage & Culture Month Bookmark✃Ciao Italia...Experience Italy onlinewww.italyculturemonth.org

OperaITALIANITALIANON EW YORK 2003CELEBRATINGTHE CENTENNIAL OFENRICO CARUSO'SAMERICAN DEBUTBELLINI • DONIZETTI • LEONCAVALLOMASCAGNI • PUCCINI • ROSSINI • VERDIL'ELISIR D'AMORE • LA FIGLIA DEL REGGIMENTOLA BOHEME • I PAGLIACCI • CAVALLERIA RUSTICANATOSCA • GUGLIEMO TELL • TURANDOTMADAMA BUTTERFLY • IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIALA TRAVIATA • IL TROVATORE • RIGOLETTO • OTELLONORMA • DON CARLO • AIDA • FALSTAFF • MACBETHCiao Italia...Experience Italy onlinewww.italyculturemonth.orgInformation: 212.642.2094CALENDAR OF EVENTS CREATED BY THEJOHN D. CALANDRA ITALIAN AMERICAN INSTITUTE, QUEENS COLLEGE/CUNYWWW.QC.EDU/CALANDRA/COMMUNITYLOGO DESIGNJOHN BATTISTA DE SANTISWEBB COMMUNICATIONS WWW.SITESPAN.COM

THECOLUMBUSCITIZENSFOUNDATIONproudly presents…The59th AnnualColumbus Day ParadeMonday, October 13, 200312:00 Noonhonoring2003 Grand MarshalRoberto CavalliRenowned Fashion DesignerandSpecial Honored Guest from ItalyAntonio MartinoMinister of DefenseFifth Avenue from 45th to 79th StreetBroadcast live on WNBC Channel 4