Stefano Catalani and the language of art
by Rita Cipalla A degree in petroleum engineering is not the usual training ground for a museum administrator. But then, Stefano Catalani, director of art, craft and design at Bellevue Arts Museum, located outside Seattle, Wash., is not your usual arts administrator. A native of Genazzano, south of Rome, Catalani seamlessly blends...
Stati Generali dell’associazionismo degli italiani nel mondo: l’assemblea di luglio approva la nascita del Forum e apre la fase nuova di costruzione della rappresentanza sociale
Con lo svolgimento degli Stati Generali dell'associazionismo degli italiani nel mondo, una lunga fase di discussione e confronto è stata portata a termine. Il processo di autoriforma delle associazioni ha rappresentato un forte e visibile dato di rinnovamento nell'analisi e di innovazione nelle prospettive, promosso all'interno della più vasta real...
In Defense of Napoli
To Whom It May Concern: This is an open letter to both Ms. Schmalbruch and the officials of Business Insider in response to the article of July 30, 2015, entitled "Why no one wants to travel to Naples." First and foremost, let me say no matter what city is being referenced, I think it is irresponsible for a journalistic institution to all...
Yankee Batboy: From Little Italy to Yankee Stadium
You are cordially invited to attend a book presentation and signing by author Anthony Florio at the Italian American Museum this Friday evening, August 21st. "Yankee Batboy, The Luckiest Kid in New York, From Little Italy to Yankee Stadium" tells the story of Anthony Florio, born and raised in New York City's Little Italy and a batboy for the New Y...
Le Strade del Vino del Veneto
"Le Strade del Vino" are paths within territories, wine growing areas, as well as vineyards, wineries, farms, natural attractions, cultural and historical sites that are particularly significant for the purposes of integrated tourism within Italy. The intent of our new ICCC series of Educational Wine Tasting is to promote and encourage the Ita...
Farmstay, Southern Italy-Style: The Masseria
by Silvia Donati Ever heard of the masseria? Take note because staying at one of these former fortified farms typical of Southern Italy is shaping up to become the latest trend in terms of holiday accommodation. Masserie were built between the 16th and 18th centuries, when Spain, which at the time ruled over Southern Italy,...
L’italiano di 22 anni inventore della «app» che legge le immagini
di Giuseppe Guastella Stai guardando un cheeseburger su un piatto», dice la voce dal telefonino. La donna resta senza parole, attonita, prima che l'emozione la faccia esplodere in un incontenibile «Oh, mio Dio». Ha appena provato un'applicazione in grado, se non proprio di ridarle la vista, almeno di far lavorare la sua sconfinata...
Public Invited to Reception to Meet Sister City Delegation From Imperia, Italy
Mayor Jeanne Marie Napolitano and the Newport City Council invite the public to join them at a reception on Friday, October 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the lobby of the Gateway Center at 23 America’s Cup Avenue to welcome members of a delegation visiting from Newport’s Sister City, Imperia, Italy. Light refreshments will be served. There wil...
Pittsburgh's 30th Columbus Day parade draws big crowds under sunny skies
by Tom Fontaine Pittsburgh's 30th annual Columbus Day Parade drew an estimated 10,000 spectators and participants Saturday — a record total since the event moved to the city's Bloomfield neighborhood about 13 years ago. The parade stretches more than a mile through the city's Little Italy and celebrates Italian heritage and cultur...
A month-long celebration of the Italian Heritage with Ciao Italia Santa Monica
by Valerio Viale For the last fifteen years, the U.S. president has been making an annual, official proclamation, nominating the month of October, as "National Italian American Heritage Month". In coincidence with the festivities surrounding Columbus Day (October 12), the designation acknowledges the numerous achievements, contributions, a...
Abruzzo Forte e Gentile Discover the old traditions, the beauties and hidden treasures of the Abruzzo region
November 4, 7:00 pm — 8:00 pm. Westchester Italian Cultural Center - 24 Depot Square - Tuckahoe, New York In Italy's long and narrow peninsula, dense with cities and great monuments, Abruzzo and Molise stand out for their unspoiled natural beauty and wilderness. Home to four national and regional parks, Abruzzo has one-third of its land reserv...
PrimiDieci USA 2016: il sistema delle eccellenze
di Maurita Cardone Si sente spesso parlare di sistema Italia, espressione che, intesa a raccontare un'Italia che sa fare tesoro delle sue risorse per creare un'economia competitiva, spesso resta incagliata nella realtà di un paese ancora troppo settoriale. Un esempio in controtendenza lo ha offerto la Italy-America Chamber of Commerce di N...