L'Italo-Americano

L'Italo-Americano PAGE  18 The Patrons of Italian Culture announce the establishement of the "Albert J. Casola Prize" continuing their long standing commitment of funding for worthy students of Italian descent, the Patrons of Italian culture are pleased to announce the establishment of the "Albert J. casola Prize", to be awarded for the first time during the summer of 2013. This annual scholarship follows a long standing Patrons tradition of student awards and scholarships over the last many decades, reports Paul Romano, Patron President. The Patrons were selected as 'administrators' for this important task by Anthony olivero, Sr., Trustee for The Albert J. casola Trust. Mr. casola, who was a resident of Bohemia, new york, was interested in education and concerned about the many young Italian children displaced and orphaned by W.W.II. Board Secretary, Robert De Pietro, first received information about Albert J. casola's bequest through Lou and Margaret Bisetti, with little information as to how Mr. casola's wishes were to be fulfilled. After discussion with Mr. olivero, the Patron's Board of Directors proposed to establish a 'perpetual' endowment to fund annual scholarships for college or graduate students, having an interest in the Italian Language or culture and an interest in promoting the awareness of the importance and contributions of the Italian Language and culture to the world. The Patrons have established an investment portfolio and will be in a position to award its 'first' scholarship during the summer of 2013. Awards in following years will be larger. Eligible students are encouraged to complete the entry form attached to this Press Release and submit their letter and other required documentation prior to the deadline. Inquiries or other information may be obtained by writing the Patrons at the address shown on the entry form. The knights of Columbus John J. Shea Assembly 0081 will celebrate their 50th anniversary and honor Richard Contreras The Knights of columbus John J. Shea Assembly 0081 will be celebrating their 50th anniversary honoring past faithful navigator Richard contreras on Saturday Evening April 20 6:00 PM in the Mary Star of the Sea Auditorium, 870 West 8th 0081 with 220 4th degree members is the elite local color Guard Group of the Knights of columbus that is seen in our community in many functions. Its members are 4th degree from eight different parishes: Mary Star of the Sea, Saint Peters, Richard Contreras (left) to be honored on April 20 Street in San Pedro california. Social hour at 6:00 pm. Introduction of dignitaries followed by dinner served at 7:00 pm, dancing by the Duo Domino with Latino and Filipino Music. Dinner catered by Mary Star own chef Danny Maricich MEnU: chicken Parmigiana, with all the trimmings, Garlic Bread, Tiramisù Dessert, coffee. Beer, Wine, Soda, Water, sold at the Bar for nominal Prices. Reservation are required and must be paid in advance by calling chairman Sir Knight Tony De Girolamo at 310 519-8885 or faithful navigator SK nick Vilicich at 310 833-4537 or PDD SK John Perez at 562 743-3074 or SK Francisco camacho at 310 386-8617 .or by e-mail: antoniodg@sbcglobal.net Please, reserve early we expect a sellout. Tickets are $ 25.00 a person. Full table of 16 members and guests is $ 400.00. We suggest for church organizations to reserve a full table for their respective members. The John J Shea Assembly Holy Trinity in San Pedro, Saint Peter and Paul Parish in Wilmington, Saint Margaret Mary Parish in Lomita, St Philomena Parish in carson, and Saint Lucy Parish in Long Beach…. Members meet the third Wednesday of the month at the Knight of columbus Hall located in the Mary Star of the Sea parish in San Pedro, Membership dues is $ 25.00 a year. only 3rd degree K of c Members can advance to 4th degree and join the Elite color Guard Group. After the dinner there will be a program honoring past faithful navigator SK Richard contreras. Master of ceremony for the evening will be: past District Deputy SK John Perez, chairman SK Tony De Girolamo, co-chairmans Fn SK nick Vilicich. PDD SK John Perez PFn SK Francisco camacho. VIVAT JESUS Tickets courtesy of: Buono's Pizza of San Pedro and Long Beach. THURS DAY,   MARCH  14,   2013

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