The Buzz: A celebration of Italian heritage through sport, music, education, food, and friends is planned for May 31 through June 2. Hosted by Convivio, the three-event series will channel and celebrate the colorful history of Italian Republic Day (June 2), while treating participants to three distinctive Italian American cultural experiences involving baseball, scholarship, and music.

The Scene: The journey will kick off Thursday evening, May 31, with Italian Heritage Night at Petco Park, in partnership with the San Diego Padres, the Little Italy Association, and the Italian Cultural Center. Guests will don complimentary Italian Heritage Night commemorative hats before cheering on the Padres as the team squares off against the Florida Marlins.