One of the great things about doing We the Italians is the opportunity to meet wonderful people, especially in the Italian American community. The vitality, the commitment, the passion that many people I have been fortunate enough to know and call friends is contagious, an inspiration. It is one of the reasons why Italy needs more America: these pe...

Join us on May 11th from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm on Zoom for a virtual discussion of Italian Faith & Culture: Crafting a Pathway Forward For Younger Generations. It is no secret that Italian-Americans are largely assimilated into American society. However, second and third generation Italian-Americans are now starting to realize that their religious and...

For countless Italian Americans, many of the best-loved hallmarks of our distinct culture are intrinsically tied to Catholic tradition.  Even for those who have let their personal practice lapse, or for others who come from different religious backgrounds, recollections of a special feast day in the old neighborhood, or holiday traditions rooted in...