L'Italo-Americano

L'Italo-Americano THURS DAY,   MAY  30,   2013  PAGE  15 The celebration of the 67th Anniversary of the Italian Republic Continued from page 1 Heads of State from several countries in Europe, USA, Russia, Brazil, Argentina and many more will attend the ceremony. Right after honoring all the soldiers who have died to preserve the freedom and independence of the Bel Paese, a military parade will be held in central Rome, presided over by the President of the Italian Republic, the highest offices of state and thousands of young and old Italians. All the Armed Forces, the Police Forces of the Republic, the National Corps of Firemen and the Italian Red Cross will take part. Also take usually part in the military parade a few military delegations of NATO and European Union. The ceremony will then continue in the afternoon with the opening of the gardens of the Quirinale Palace, seat of the President of the Republic and with musical performances by a variety of martial bands including those of the Italian army, navy, air force, Carabinieri, and Guardia di Finanza. As every year, one of the highlights of the day will be the Despite the efforts up to 175 species disappeared and many other at risks The Marsican brown bear in central Italy is believed to have a population of just few dozens ROME - Up to 175 species and 10 natural habitats have disappeared from Italy's landscape while another 161 animal species and 194 plant specimens risk extinction. Those are the harsh numbers compiled in a report by the Environment Ministry and the National Federation of Parks (Federparchi) as part of a wider project championed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Among the species at risk are several of the lake and river fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals and sea fish, as well as flora, the Environmental Ministry said. "The geographic, climatic, and historical characteristics of Italy have permitted the instatement and permanence of a variegated and rich biodiversity over time," said Giampiero Sammuri, president of Federparchi. "We have the responsibility of monitoring and safeguarding this natural capital from the many threats it comes up against". The figures have drawn particular alarm cause they come from a country that counts on a massive and well-distributed designation of protected areas. In Italy there are over 100 "Oasis" area managed by WWF (World Wildlife Fund) accounting for more than 30,000 hectares of land. The organization says the Oasis sites have become one of its main tools for protecting biodiversity and achieving sustainable development. Such work becomes even more critical, according to studies such as the latter which have shown that habitat and natural species are under attack by everything from climate change to habitat destruction. flyover by the Frecce Tricolori. Officially known as the Pattuglia Acrobatica Nazionale (National Acrobatic Patrol), the nine Italian Air Force aircraft, in tight formation, put up a glorious show of color and flying acrobatics passing over the Vittoriano monument drawing in the sky the colors of Italy's flag. The festivities will not take place just in Rome, as various Italian cities has organized events dedicated to Italy and all of those who 65 years ago had the courage to change. June 1, Sat.-Families of Italian Lineage Bus Trip to the Festa di San Gennaro in San Diego. Cost of Bus $15.00, entrance fee to the Stadium $5.00. For information call (949) 3635348. June 1, Sat.: Grandsons of Italy in America Meeting at Victorio's Ristorante, 10901 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood, 11:30 a.m. For info call (805) 529-9726. June 2, Sun.-Santo Padre Pio Society- Rosario a San Padre Pio at St. Peter 's Italian Church (1039 N. Broadway, Los Angeles), 10:30 a.m. For information please call President Maria Bruno at (818) 241-4672. June 2, Sun.-Gran Fondo Giro d'Italia, a mass pedal fest.- in Pasadena (CA)! Three courses offered (25, 68 and 94 miles with a maximum of 5134 vertical gain and 7.7 % max grade), some will be along the historic Route 66. To register and to get lodging information visit www.gfgiro.com. June 7, Fri.-, Federated Italo-Americans of Southern California celebrates the 67th Anniversary of The Republic of Italy and recognizes the leaders of our Italo-American Organizations. Casa Italiana (1051 N. Broadway, L.A. 90012). 6pm Cocktail Hour; 7pm Dinner; 8pm Ceremony; 9pm Music. $40 per person. Please RSVP by Friday, May 31 to Teresa thompson@dishmail.net or (323) 721-1673. June 9, Sun.- Mother Cabrini Chapel & Library Open House (3801 Scott Road, Burbank, CA). 9 am to 1 pm hosted by San Gabriel District. For information contact Carmelo Sabatella at 626 372-7812. June 9, Sun. - ICF Mother Cabrini Chapel & Library Committee Meeting at 1 pm. (3801 Scott Road, Burbank, CA). For information contact Carmelo Sabatella at 626 3727812. June 9, Sun.-Feast of St. Anthony of Padua at St. Peter's Italian Church. Mass 11:00 am; Procession follows; Dinner Dance at Casa Italiana 1:00 pm. Reservations: 323-2258119, ext 10. June 15, Sat.: Grandsons of Italy in America Meeting at Victorio's Ristorante, 10901 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood, 11:30 a.m. For info call (805) 529-9726. June 15, Sat.- OCAIW Meeting- 11:00am Roma D'Italia (611 El Camino Real, Tustin) $25.00 Introduction of new Board members. Call Linda 714.812.4410 June 17, Mon.-San Padre Pio Society Dinner Mtg. 6:30 pm, Casa Italiana. Una serata piacevole per stare con amici. Cost: $15.00 per person. For Reservations and information please call the president Maria: 818-241-4672. June 19, Wed.-IALA Dinner at Casa Italiana (1051 N. Broadway, L.A. 90012). Special guest speaker: Robert Davi. Cocktails 6pm, Dinner 7pm. Price: $35 with 48 hrs. reservation otherwise $40 per person, $20 students, free for sitting judges. For reservations: call (213) 891-4845 or iala07@yahoo.com June 20, Thurs.-Federated Italo-Americans of Southern California General Meeting at Casa Italiana (1051 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012). 7:00pm Dinner ($15 pp), 8:00pm Meeting. Please RSVP by Monday before meeting to: Maria Borgese (818) 846-5764, Palmie Crispie (818) 246-5749 or annpotenza@aol.com. June 23, Sun.-Feast of Sacred Heart of Jesus at St. Peter's Italian Church. Mass 11:00 am Procession follows; Dinner Dance at Casa Italiana 1:00 pm. Reservations: 562-9472819. June 24, Mon.- ICF Branch #67 Dinner Meeting 6pm at Casa Italiana (1051 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, 90012). $15.00 per person. For reservations contact: Nick M. D'Egidio (President) (562) 947-2819, Guy Masciotra (Life Member Emeritus, Past President) (818) 848-1862, or Pat Mages (Recording Secretary) (805) 492-9658. June 26, Wed.-Abruzzesi & Molisani di California Dinner Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Villa Scalabrini. The cost of the dinner is $15.00. For reservations, please call Adelio Di Gregorio at (818) 985-0951 or Sam Petrilli at (818) 768-1956. June 29, Sat.-Santo Padre Pio Society celebrates the birthday of San Padre Pio with picnic at Live Oak Park (2820 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007). 10am-6pm. Wonderful lunch provided by Johnny e Vito Nicola Angiuli of Eastside Market. Games for adults and children, Raffle. Cost: Adults $25, Children $10 (ages 4-11). We invite members and friends to join us for a fun day with friends. Please RSVP to Pres. Maria Bruno before June 25, (818) 241-4672.

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