Boston City Council recognizes October as Italian-American month
Boston City Council announced a proposal on Wednesday that would recognize October as Italian-American month in Boston. The proposal was introduced by city councilor Gabriela Coletta and accepted by City Council during their weekly meeting. In her presentation of the resolution, Coletta — who represents East Boston, the North End and Charlestown —...
Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena lands in Boston
Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena PDO (traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena) has made its debut in Boston, one of the United States’ oldest cities, at an exclusive masterclass tailored for retailers, chefs, and influential figures within the American food and wine industry. Enrico Corsini, President of the Protection Consortium, expressed, “...
How women played a bigger role in the Renaissance and beyond
The Italian Renaissance did indeed produce Renaissance men—architect-goldsmiths, sculptor-painters, statesmen-patrons and the like—but they were only part of the story. From the perfecting of perspective in 15th-century Florence to the peninsula-wide triumph of the Baroque two centuries later, women were distinguishing themselves in the arts as eve...
Everett To Celebrate Italian American Heritage Month
Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett will host an Italian American Heritage Month Celebration event on Saturday, Sept. 30. The event will begin with a flag raising at City Hall, 484 Broadway, from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Immediately following the flag raising, attendees will parade from City Hall to the Tufts Ave. entrance of...
The Warner Theatre To Present Gigi D'Alessio In Concert, October 13
The Warner Theatre will welcome popular Italian singer and songwriter, Gigi D'Alessio, to the Oneglia Auditorium (Main Stage) on Friday, October 13 at 8 pm! The Naples-born artist has sold over 26 million records throughout his career. Don't miss Italian Superstar, Gigi D'Alessio as he brings his talent from Italy to Connecticut for an incredible n...
Gioia opening on New Haven's Wooster Street with restaurant, market and gelataria
Gioia of New Haven, the upcoming multi-use space featuring an Italian restaurant, market and gelataria, plans an Oct. 19 opening on Wooster Street. Restaurateurs Tim Cabral of Ordinary and Avi Szapiro of the former ROÌA, have partnered with Anthony and Gerard Bianco (A&G Contracting) to bring the concept to life. The new venue at 150 Wooster Street...
That’s Amore Italian Festival Returns for 2023 with Celebration of Italian Food and Family Traditions
That’s Amore Italian Festival presented by the Italian Center of Stamford kick’s off on Friday, October 6th with Pizzapalooza! On Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th it’s a two day celebration of Italian culture and amazing Italian food! After a successful launch at this summer’s Hey Stamford! Food Festival, “CT’s Ultimate Pizza Party” re...
Monument Honors Newport Italian American Community
It was a dream for 23 years, even though it lacked funds. Shipped from Italy in seven crates, it has survived car crashes, vandalism, erosion and more. Today, standing at the intersection of Memorial Boulevard and Bellevue Avenue, the monument is a tribute to the Italian people who forged it. On Oct. 9, Newport Festa Italiana will celebrate the 70t...
Greater New Haven Italian-American Heritage Festival
Saturday Oct 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM. Town Center Park, 2761 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT. Attention Greater New Haven area! The Town of Hamden, Connecticut is excited to host The Greater New Haven Italian American Heritage Festival at Hamden Town Center Park on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 12-6. This is a six-town event and we’re excited to welcome Branford, East...
91-year-old cobbler Vincenzo DiRado retiring after 80 years of repairing shoes
After spending nearly 80 years as a cobbler, a Braintree craftsman is hanging up his apron. He believes he's one of the few remaining tradesmen in a dying profession. Vincenzo DiRado is 91 years old. He came to the United States in 1966 after his family fled their home in Italy during World War II. For months they hid with another family in the cou...
Special Evening at RISD Museum: Anna and Laura Tirocchi, Premier Dressmakers of Providence
Thursday September 21 at 5:30 PM EDT. RISD Museum, 20 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903. Kate Irvin, Curator and Department Head of Costume and Textiles, will give a presentation on Anna and Laura Tirocchi, skilled seamstresses, who immigrated to the US from Italy in 1905 and established A. and L. Tirocchi Gowns in Providence, Rhode Island in 1911. T...
Italian Grand Opera on Tour
From September 16 to September 30, 2023 at 7:00 PM. 339 Pleasant St, Malden, MA, 02148. Discover the Splendor of Italian Grand Opera in this Limited Engagement Special Event! Prepare to be enraptured by the ethereal voices of today's top opera vocalists, as they weave a mesmerizing tapestry of emotion, drama, and passion through the timeless art of...