L'Italo-Americano

L'Italo-Americano THURS DAY,   JUNE  6,   2013  PAGE  15 Message by the Italian Ambassador Claudio Bisogniero to the Italian Community on the Occasion of Italy's National Day Ambassador Claudio Bisogniero Dear fellow Italians, I am happy to celebrate this June 2, 2013 with you, the 67th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Italy. It is an occasion that fills us with joy and that has deep meaning, also because it is another opportunity to celebrate the excellent relations of friendship between Italy and the United States. A relationship that is based, among many things, on the presence of over 25 million Americans of Italian origin and more than 200,000 Italian citizens who have made the United States their home. I do not need to emphasize Italy's extraordinary contribution to the growth and development of the United States, the sacrifi- ces and the exceptional outcome that this contribution has produced. The celebration of 2013 the Year of Italian Culture in the United States, with more than 200 events in over 50 cities, provides us with the opportunity to reflect on the contribution of our great country to culture as a whole, in terms of art, music, literature, but also on what Italy continues to give even now in the most advanced and innovative areas of scientific research and technology and which have drawn great admiration from the United States and the global community. How can we forget the 700 plus research agreements between and American Italian Universities, which encourage the exchange of researchers and produce results that contribute daily to the advancement of knowledge and overall wellbeing? How can we not think of the tens of thousands of Italian students studying in America or Americans studying in Italy? Not to mention the economic and trade relations between our two countries, which are constantly growing, as well as the contacts between our two peoples, also thanks to the flow of tourism which has become more and more significant. The solid friendship between Italy and the United States is also based on the common respect for the values of freedom and human dignity that Italian and American soldiers defend together in some of the most important international theaters. Italy and the United States have a common vision of international relations and a common commitment to peace and stability in the world. I cannot conclude without stressing the importance of keeping our common cultural heritage alive, especially by promoting the teaching of the Italian language, including at the AP level. We must not forget the goal of enrolling 2,500 students in 2015, an objective that we must work toward together. It is for this reason that I wish to thank all of those who, with their daily commitment, contribute to the dissemination of our beautiful language: schools, teachers, associations, and our government sponsored Enti Gestori. Aware of the immense contribution of Italians living in the United States and of Americans of Italian descent, I would therefore like to extend my sincerest "Grazie!" And I wish all of you a happy National Day! Claudio Bisogniero Ambassador of Italy to the United States The Bel Paese ready to showcase its 5.000 miles of unique seacoast Earlier this year, the most famous international travel website, TripAdvisor, conducted a survey that ended up awarding, as world's most beautiful beach, a well known spot in Sicily, beating sand-and-sea destinations in the Caribbean and Australia. "Spiaggia dei Conigli, or Rabbit Beach, at Lampedusa in Sicily boasts white sand and a crystal-clear sea in an unspoiled setting near a nature reserve where each spring, sea turtles lay their eggs", said TripAdvisor. Ranked below Lampedusa were such beaches as Grace Bay, Providenciales, in the Turks and Caicos islands; Whitehaven Beach in Australia; and Brazil's Baia do Sancho. Italy also ranks in TripAdvisor's European-specific best beach ratings with La Pelosa di Stintino, in Sardegna, ranked as eighth best. When it comes to water purity, a health ministry study last year said the best waters for bathing in Italy are in Sardinia, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, EmiliaRomagna, Basilicata and Sicily. June 6, Thurs.-The Garibaldina Society "La Famiglia Afternoon Dinner Dance". Dinner 5pm. Dancing 6-8pm. Dress Casual. Reservations are required. Members: $12, Guests: $14. For more information call Reservations Chairman Marie Mor (818) 249-9363. 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 10, Mon.-The Garibaldina Society Council Meeting7:00pm. All members are welcome to attend the monthly Council Meeting. Coffee and Dessert will be served. For information, call (323) 223-5005. 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 15, Sat.-The Garibaldina Society "Il Ballo Per La Festa Del Pap à (Father's Day Ball)". Cocktail Hour 6:00pm, Gourmet Italian Dinner 7:00pm. Dancing to The Summerwind Band. Dress Semi-Formal: Gentlemen: Coat & Tie, Ladies: "Party" Attire. Adults only please! Reservations are required and must be received no later than June 10, 2013. Lady Members: $32, Guests: $37 (no admission charge to gentlemen members who have paid their 2013 dues). For more information or reservations call Chairman Marie Mor (818) 249-9363. 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 22, Sat.-Club Italia's Father's Day Dinner Dance at St. John Eudes Catholic Church (9901 Mason Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311). Live Band (Duo Domino) and Catered Food. Reservations must be made by Thursday, June 20, 2013. Call Sigrid Ravizza (661) 297-0507 or (818) 426-1489. 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. CA LE NCE D

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