June iacn2015 - Italian American Community Center
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June iacn2015 - Italian American Community Center
“Sharing a Past to Build a Future” IACN Volume 23 Where to find it Number 6 ITALIAN AMERICAN Community News June 2015 FREE Festa Della Repubblica For Your Information.......... 2 Membership News............. 3 Culture.........................4, 5 Pagina Italiana.................. 8 Feature Stories............ 9, 10 IACC Calendar.................11 The Italian American Community News is the monthly publication of the Italian American Community Center 150 Frank DiMino Way, Rochester, NY 14624-1128 Tel: (585) 594-8882 Fax: (585) 594-8506 Email: editor@iaccrochester.org Website: www.iaccrochester.org Please become a Facebook friend of the Italian American Community Center! IACC June Events 2 3 3 10 17 17 17 18 24 Festa Della Repubblica Luncheon Karaoke Karaoke Luncheon IACC General Membership Meeting Karaoke Italian Cinema Karaoke Italian American Community Center 150 Frank DiMino Way Rochester, New York 14624-1128 The Italian American Community Center will host the Festa Della Repubblica on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 with a ceremony at 5:30pm. The event is sponsored by Mario Daniele, Honorary Vice Consul of Italy. Coffee and dessert will follow the ceremony. Show your support of our Italian heritage and let your Italian colors shine at this community friendly event. The Festa della Repubblica Italiana is celebrated every June 2 to commemorate the birth of the Italian Republic. On June 2 and 3 1946, following the fall of Fascism and the end of World War II, an institutional referendum was held in which Italians were asked to vote on what form of government they preferred, either a monarchy or republic. The majority of Italians favored a republic, so the monarchs of the House of Savoy were exiled. On May 27, 1949, lawmakers passed Article 260, cited June 2 as data di fondazione della Repubblica (date of the founding of the Republic) and declared it a national holiday. Like many other Italian holidays, the Festa della Repubblica Italiana has a tradition of symbolic events. Currently, the celebration includes the laying of a wreath at the alter of the Unknown Soldier, Altare della Patria, and a military parade in central Rome, presided over by the President of the Italian Republic in his role as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. The Prime Minister, formally known as the President of the Council of Ministers, and other high officers of state also attend. One of the highlights of the day is the flyover by the Frecce Tricolori. Officially known as the Pattuglia NON-PROFIT Acrobatica Nazionale US POSTAGE Paid (National Acrobatic Rochester, NY Patrol), the nine Italian Permit #909 Air Force aircraft, in tight formation, fly over the Vittoriano monument trailing green, white, and red smokethe colors of Italy's flag. July 16, 17, 18 Ernie Capone Suzanne Goulet as Liza Pino Gioia Pino Gioia Suzanne Goulet IACC Festa Italiana The IACC will host its 15th annual Festa Italiana on July 16, 17, 18, 2015. Featuring great food and entertainment for the whole family this year Pino Gioia (www.pinogioia.it) from Potenza, Italy will be performing on the main stage. Also direct from Las Vegas, Suzanne Goulet (www.gouletasliza.com) who will give a Stellar tribute performance of Liza Minnelli. Master of Ceremonies will be Ernie Capone who will be performing our favorite Italian-American hits. Other headliners include “Franco Ciffa & Nova,” “The Coupe DeVilles,” and others artists who will be announced later. There will be amusements for the whole family and again this year children 16 and under are free. The grounds will open for lunch every day starting at 11:30am. Additional Sponsors, Vendors, Exhibitors and Crafters for our expanded event are still welcome to register. If you or somebody you know would be interested in being a part of the IACC Festa Italiana, please call (585)453-0893 or (585)955-3989. Again this year we will be offering authentic Italian Food and Entertainment for all ages. For Your Information IACC General Membership Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 7:30 pm Paul V. Ciminelli,Esquire Phyllis Glover Food & Beverage Manager Serving individuals, families and business in the Rochester Community since 1987. Errico Mannoni Marketing Director Our trusted attorneys are committed to providing the highest level of professionalism in representing you. ◆ Probate, Wills, Estate Planning & Trusts ◆ Real Estate – Purchase & Sale ◆ Civil & Criminal Litigation & Appeals ◆ Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice ◆ Business Representation ◆ Powers of Attorney / Healthcare Proxies ◆ Life Care & Special Needs Planning Gerry Pellegrino Facilities Manager Deborah Ford Graphic Artist/Office Assistant Laurie Wilson - Bookkeeper 421 PENBROOKE DRIVE, SUITE 2 • PENFIELD, NEW YORK 14526-2045 www.CiminelliLaw.com IACN Staff Publisher Joe Sirianni Editor Rosalba Pisaturo Pagina Italiana Editor Joseph Capogreco Graphic Artist/Sales Deborah Ford Contributing Writers Angelo Coniglio Deborah Ford Jeannine Guilyard Kristen Hess Giovanna Bellia La Marca Edward Albert Maruggi Mike Mollica Jennifer Niejadlik John Ninfo Mary Amabile Palmer Rosalba Pisaturo Joe Sirianni Volunteer Distributors Ezio Bonanni Antonio DiMarco Deborah Ford Joseph Galante Frank Gasbarre IACC OFFICE Alex Massa Gerry Pellegrino Printed By Messenger Post Media IACN NEWS is published monthly by the Italian American Community Center, Inc. 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Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 5:00pm Tel: 585-594-8882 Fax: 585-594-8506 2015 IACC OFFICERS Joseph Sirianni - President Frank Ciardi - Vice President Richard Santo - Assistant Treasurer Mary Joyce D’Aurizio Recording Secretary Quintino DiCesare - Board Liaison COMMITTEE CHAIRS Membership Edward Merante, Jerry Bartholomew, Quintino DiCesare Finance Richard Santo, Frank Ciardi Ways and Means Edward Merante, Dr. Anthony Ragusa House Rules & Grievance as needed Building & Grounds Gerry Pellegrino Radio Italiana Italian Carousel, WROC 950 AM Host Joseph Capogreco Sunday, 8:00am - 10:00am La Dolce Vita, WRUR 88.5 FM Host John Sebaste Saturday, 12:00pm - 2:00pm Sunday Music Festa, WGMC 90.1 FM, Host Otto Bruno 12:00pm - 2:00pm ITALIAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY NEWS Subscription Rate: $25.00 per year News and Features for Upstate New York’s Italian American Communities. Published monthly by the Italian American Community Center of Rochester. Complete the form below and mail today. 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News: The IACN is pleased to accept unsolicited articles for review and possible publication. Articles are reviewed based on literary quality, appropriateness and timeliness of the subject matter. All items will be edited for length, content, and style. Send dated items by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Type if possible; include a day phone number. Opinions: The IACN will provide space for our readers to express their opinions. All letters must be signed and include a phone number. Unsigned letters will not be used. The IACN Editorial Board reserves the right to edit for space reasons. Mail letters to Publisher/Editor, Italian American Community News, 150 Frank DiMino Way, Rochester, New York 14624. Advertising: All ad material must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The editorial board reserves the right to reject ads that use stereotypical images in text and pictures that compromise the positive depiction of Italian Americans and other ethnic groups. Mission Statement The mission of the Italian American Community News is to publish a monthly newspaper that supports and promotes a positive image of Italian Americans, and provides information, news and activities of the Italian American Community. Italian American Community News 150 Frank DiMino Way, Rochester, NY 14624 Tel: 585-594-8882 • Fax: 585-594-8506 Website: www.iaccrochester.org Email: editor@iaccrochester.org June 2015 Membership News Message from the President Dear Members, if progress can be measured by achievements, then looking at where we are coming from and where we are today, one must assume that the IACC Joe Sirianni has made significant steps to measure up on the scale of achieving the goals that will make the organization better and more transparent. Many factors are necessary requirements to make the engine run similar to a car or any other motorized equipment, such as and not limited to the fuel that makes the engine run. In our case, first and foremost are the membership, the clients, the benefactors, the staff, the board members and its leadership. We, the board, assumed the responsibility to guide the organization at a time when it was in need of help. Many difficult decisions needed to be made, and much work was required to be done. The secret to success depends mostly on a business plan that addresses the short term needs as well as the long term ones. Many factors are vital, such as the location of the business, the reputation that the business has achieved, the ownership, and the public perception of it. The IACC has been fortunate to have at its helm Board members who hold the organization as a priority. There are others who claim to have left the IACC in good financial condition, but the truth is that it was not the case. An important factor in life is if an individual claims to have been the savior and boasts about it, is similar to the bird that looks at himself in the mirror and claims to be beautiful. Let others be the judges of the achievements made as an organization and not as an individual. The IACC in on its way to prosperity and new visions. Villa Capri will soon be the housing of circa 160 plus tenants. The Padre Pio Chapel will be visited by many people and the IACC campus will soon be the talk of the town because of its accomplishments, not only in Gates, but also in the city of Rochester and in the neighboring towns. Phyllis Glover has been hired as the new Food and Beverage Manager, do to the fact that Errico Mannoni has been promoted to IACC Marketing Director in order to garner more business for our Community Center. New memberships are forthcoming and more interest will be generated by promoting more cultural events, and other programs that will attract a new generation. We are optimistic that our future is bright and that we will be recognized as one of the better member organizations in New York State. July will be a busy month for us as we will have our annual Festa Italiana on July 16, 17, 18. We invite all of you to participate, to taste the many foods that are the Italian tradition, to listen to Italian and American music, and in general have a great time with your loved ones and the many acquaintances that you will meet and reunite with. See you there!!! At the June Membership Meeting a Nominating Committee will be Elected At the June 17, 2015 Membership Meeting, as is required by the by-laws of the IACC, the membership shall elect four members for the Nominating Committee for the 2015 election by Parliamentary Procedure. Only members in good standing qualify to participate. Welcome New Members ~ Christine Butkowsky Ronald G. and Janet Evangelista 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebrated IACC Members Mary and Alex Massa were married on April 24, 1965 by Father Sbrocco at St. Claire Parish. Fifty years later they celebrated their 50th Anniversary at the IACC Seafood Feast on April 24, 2015. Congratulations from the IACC. Mary and Alex Massa Ronald G. and Janet Evangelista Gene Ferrari "Love Fest" at the IACC Deborah Ford and Joe Sirianni On Sunday, May 3, 2015, "Vegas Forever" starring Gene Ferrari rolled into the IACC. The concert was held with much anticipation from his loyal fan base. Attendance was large with guests from as far as Pennsylvania, an indication of Gene's popularity and appeal. After a 5:00pm hors d'oeuvres reception, the guests entered the Grand Ballroom for a delicious family-style dinner of Chicken Saltimbocca, Pork Tenderloin, with traditional pasta and delicious sides, before settling down for the show. The "Vegas-style" concert lived up to its expectations due to Gene's talent, personality, and humor. He bantered with the audience, exchanging good humored teasing and excited the crowd with his imitations of classic performers such as Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck, and in particular a splendid rendition of "Coming to America" by Neil Diamond. After the show, many lingered at the Center with Mr. Ferrarri, to shake his hand, hug, laugh, compliment and reminisce on days gone by with him. With the success of this show still fresh, another Gene Ferrari concert is tentively scheduled for November 8, 2015. Old fans will be pleased and new fans are welcome. Save the date for another special "Vegas-style" event. June 2015 3 Culture Cultural Committee Update Rosalba Pisaturo The Culture Committee is working very hard at implementing new educational and cultural programs. With the assistance of teachers of Italian in the Rochester area schools, we are planning to sponsor more programs for a younger audience. The well known and successful 'Ballo Divertentissimo' is scheduled for the coming fall. Two classes of Italian have successfully been completed with the new instructors Marisa Vattana and Daniela Varone. The students have already given very positive evaluations and have asked to continue with the next level of the language later in the summer. Meanwhile, they have formed an independent group to meet weekly for informal conversation in Italian. The Italian Cinema Nights are very well attended and we are grateful to Frank Lanzafame for continuing to assist in showing monthly a good selection of Italian movies. The food drive we held in March to benefit Foodlink collected 150 pounds of foods items, many thanks go to all who dropped off items throughout the month. The exhibit of Gaetano Scollo's photographs and the book signing of his latest publication 'Trazzera' generated profit which will be donated to the Mary Cariola's Children Center. The 18th Annual Women of the Year Awards were given to four ladies who have distinguished themselves in many different categories. We congratulate Linda Gruttadauria, Stephanie A. Squicciarini, Dorothy R. Pecoraro, and Arline Liberti for their outstanding contributions to our community. With an attendance of 150 guests, the Award Ceremony event on May 22nd. was a memorable one. Let's continue with the good work. Proud to be Italian! Congratulations to Alexander! Cinema Night Alexander Vivinetto received a Bachelor of Arts degree from SUNY Fredonia on May 16, 2015. He graduated Cum Laude, with a dual-major in Criminal Justice and Political Science. Alex is the son of Mary Beth and Joseph Vivinetto of Greece and grandson of IAAC members Anna and (the late) Cosimo Vivinetto. He received the Steven C. Croglio Scholarship in the Fall of 2014, an annual scholarship given to a Senior Criminal Justice major exhibiting academic excellence. In 2010, Alex was the Italian-American Community Center Young Man of the Year and was awarded the D’Agostino General Contractors Scholarship in recognition of his volunteer efforts in the IACC Richard Di Marco Library. Alexander Vivinetto Sebastiano Vassalli, candidato al premio Nobel 2015 per la Letteratura Salutiamo con soddisfazione la notizia odierna della candidatura ufficiale di Sebastiano Vassalli al premio Nobel 2015 per la Letteratura, come riportato su un quotidiano da fonte sicura dell’Università di Göteborg legata all'Accademia di Svezia. I romanzi dello scrittore novarese, che si è definito un «viaggiatore nel tempo» nella sua autobiografia Un nulla pieno di storie, riportano indietro nel tempo parlando dei problemi attuali, a cominciare dal capolavoro La chimera, che continua a essere tradotto nel mondo e adottato nelle scuole a fianco dei Promessi sposi. Sebastiano Vassalli I libri di Vassalli, da L’oro del mondo, tra i suoi prediletti, al recente Terre selvagge, editi da Einaudi, Rizzoli e Interlinea, raccontano l’Italia, le sue epoche e i suoi luoghi a partire dalla pianura (la Terra d’acque di un suo titolo) presa come metafora della condizione umana. Per cercare le chiavi del presente, e per capirlo, bisogna uscire dal rumore: andare in fondo alla notte, o in fondo al nulla; magari laggiù, un po’ a sinistra e un po’ oltre il secondo cavalcavia, sotto il «macigno bianco» che oggi non si vede. Nel villaggio fantasma di Zardino, nella storia di Antonia. E così ho fatto. (Sebastiano Vassalli, La chimera, in questi giorni nella nuova edizione BUR Rizzoli) 4 June 2015 Culture The Lyric Theatre Rochester’s First True Opera House Rosalba Pisaturo April 8, 2015 will be an unforgettable day in the music history of Rochester. Susan Cotroneo, managing director of Rochester Lyric Opera and Fine Arts Award recipient of the 2013 IACC Women of the Year Award, announced that the historic building on 440 East Avenue, formerly owned by the First Church of Christ, Scientist, will now be the first theater owned by an opera company in Rochester. Rochester has certainly had opera productions in the past; but whether homegrown, brought from New York, or given by European touring companies, none had a theater which was its local home. “Many opera companies have come and gone in Rochester. I believe if they had a home they may have survived,” said Cotroneo. “This theatre will be our home, and it will be available for other performers, even national acts.” Rochester Lyric Opera made this vision come true with the hard work of its team over several years. Now this beautiful building with exceptional acoustics will be a “house of worship” for all of music from opera to jazz, chamber music, and recitals, and a gathering place for everybody who loves music. The Opera Guild of Rochester is proud to be part of the users and supporters of this magnificent building that rivals European opera houses and concert venues and will enrich Rochester’s cultural life. We call on all the people in Rochester and beyond to join us in support of this jewel, where we can find joy and peace listening to music. Rochester Lyric Opera has already scheduled some events for the building, including an August 28 presentation of Mozart’s The Impresario. The Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival will use the venue for five shows June 21 through June 25. The Jazz Fest’ co-producers, John Nugent and Marc Iacona, will manage the new venue. “Once the building is renovated, I will program a year-round series of shows,” Nugent said, estimating 50 to 60 each year. The Lyric Theatre also will be a venue for September’s First Niagara Fringe Festival. 101 Despatch Dr. (corner of Washington) in East Rochester 585-249-1000 LeosBakeryAndDeli.com $1 Loaves of French Bread! Featuring... Sunday Morning Breakfast Buffet 8am-12pm all you can eat $9.99 Baked Fresh Three Times a Day! 30 Varieties of Pies! Cookie Trays for Office Parties and Gift Giving Party Platters & Cold Cut Trays from Our Deli Featuring Subs (Always with a Free Cookie), Soups, Coffees, Cappuccino & More Monday-Saturday 8am-8:00pm Sunday 8:00am-6:00pm Rochester Lyric Opera House WATCH & JEWELRY REPAIR “Si Parla Italiano” Member GIA Alumni Assn. 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Show Date - October 8, 2015 The Dinner takes place at Roam Cafe - 260 Park Avenue For Reservations call Roam Cafe at 585.360.4165 Cost - $50.00 per person Menu: Opening Act Sister Salad (Roams signature Calamari Salad) Served with Butera Chardonnay The Climax Beef Braciole with Greens and Beans Served with Los Vascos Grand Reserve Cabernet The Lead up.... Stuffed Arancini paired with meatballs Served with Morande Pinot Noir Curtain Call Tiramisu Fig-Get-About it Cocktail Don’t miss combining wine - good food and humor with the Calamari Sisters! 6 June 2015 Y L A T I E L T LIT Gates rk a P l a i emor M FIREWORKS SATURDAY! ly a t I e l t t i L s s i M by presented $1,0 enefit: ner & Oth n i W r o f 00 er Prizes! FRI • JUNE 12 oB Event t n sheiso s i r, n Y. te m oc ongr es in r o d ing Liv n a h oesptorineg Hope and C HUGE Disco Party! Best Disco Outfit Wins $250 r featuring ONY FEAST OF ST. ANTH urch St. Theodore’s Ch ne 13 11AM, Saturday, Ju ININI, C.P. FR. CLAUDIO PICC Italy in Italian Mass Celebrated to the Park Grand Procession Anthony with statue of St. SAT • JUNE 13 o, From Ascoli Picen T! H G I N N A I L I SIC Gates Memorial Park June 12 presented by & 13, 2015 SICA MAR DINGS LittleItalyFest.com HOL $5 General Admission at the Door Advance tickets at Limited R ng available eserved Seati only at Notice: Event & its details may be subject to change. Portion of net proceeds to benefit listed charities. Organizer & copyright: Gates Little Italy Festival ® ©. All rights reserved. Flyer by June 2015 7 Feature Stories Pagina Italiana Gande successo in Joseph Capogreco Canada del programma radiofonico “La Bella Italia”. E’ condotto dall’autore, produttore e discografico Mario Marasco Pubblicato da Redazione NEWS FUORI REGIONE 15 marzo 2015 Abita a Toronto da ben 54 anni ed è un artista ultra noto in Canada, in Italia ed in altre parti del mondo. Sempre disponibile con gli artisti di ogni nazionalità che nel corso degli anni, dal 1970, portando così la canzone italiana nel mondo ospita e intervista, trasmettendo anche le loro canzoni, attraverso le tante trasmissioni radiofoniche condotte dai primi programmi radio del 1970 (Cable 10 e Cavo Televisivo n.10) a Ciao Radio (790 AM e 530 AM), a CHIN Radio International -1430 AM (Stazione Radio Cinese), sino a. programma di gran successo trasmesso da “Voces Latinas” (La voce della comunità) – CHHA 1610 AM – con “La Bella Italia – Notturno italiano – “La Radio Amica” – in onda dal lunedì al venerdì dalle 23.00 alle ore 24.00 e la domenica dalle ore 21.00 alle ore 22.00. Stiamo parlando di Mario Marasco già nel 1974 Premio Campidoglio per aver contribuito a diffondere la canzone italiana nel mondo. Personaggio non è solo conduttore di programmi radiofonici. E’ noto anche, infatti, come autore di centinaia e centinaia di testi di canzoni, come produttore discografico, nonchè come titolare e direttore artistico della casa discografica Riviera Music Publishing e delle Edizioni Musicali Riomar Music Publishing & Schermo che, tra l’altro, hanno diffuso diversi singoli ed album, co-prodotto le colonne sonore di alcuni film (“Amore a due ruote”, “Il padrone dei ragni” e “Il vescovo Rosaz”) e, in sub-edizione, stampato canzoni di autori italiani, canadesi, argentini, spagnoli, ecc. Diversi sono, infatti, gli artisti portati alla ribalta con le sue produzioni. Un personaggio speciale e simpatico, molto attento alle produzioni artistiche e sempre rispettoso degli impegni intrapresi. Ama da sempre la musica che nella sua famiglia è stata in primo piano (il fratello Luigi e suo padre Vittorio Emilio suonavano tromba e flicornino MI bemolle come musicisti professionisti). Mario ha iniziato come poeta-autore, vincendo da ragazzino un concorso poetico a Messina con “Amor di mamma” (dedicata appunto alla mamma Giuseppina, morta nel 1950), inserita, come altre sue tante liriche, nell’antologia “L’anima del poeta ’95″). Come giornalista ho conosciuto personalmente “questo eccezionale personaggio” oltre trent’anni fa e poi l’ho rincontrato in occasione di suoi brevi rientri in Italia (l’ultima volta nel 2008) per motivi artistici o per trascorrere qualche giornata in Calabria (è nato a Decollatura, vissuto per alcuni anni a Locri e poi in Piemonte, prima del suo definitivo trasferimento in terra canadese ove all’inizio continuò il 8 lavoro di decoratore iniziato a Torino). Sin d’allora nacque tra noi una collaborazione artistica ed un’amicizia che continua con “incontri video-telefonici”, ai quali partecipa a volte anche un altro personaggio calabrese: l’amico Fortunato Rao di cui abbiamo già parlato in queste pagine. La nostalgìa è una malattia che non si può curare e non si può certo nascondere. E Mario (anche Fortunato) non l’ha mai nascosta. E la mette in evidenza anche nella sua canzone di grande successo dedicata all’Italia, “Terrà lontana”, che ha spopolato ovunque incisa in Italia (dal cantante Bruno Berri, una voce tra Tajoli e Sergio Bruni, e in versione strumentale dal M° Roberto Fogu), in Canada (dall’italo-canadese Giulio e dal pianista Bob Liddel’s), in Germania (da Carmelo Rizzo) e da tanti altri artisti in altri paesi. Tante, comunque la sue canzoni di successo, tra le quali ci piace ricordare: “Numeri pazzi” (brano rock degli anni ’70) incisa fra l’altro dal complesso Gli Asternovas di Bruno Di Silvys (dopo la scomparsa di Fred Buscaglione); “Incontrarti qui”, incisa dal cantante Serafino Burreci che nel ‘74 l’ha portata al primo posto al “Gonfalone d’Argento” di Viterbo, al “Gonfalone d’oro” di Roma e al 1° Festival di Lugano in Svizzera); “Senza di lei” e “Dopo anni” (incise dal cantante inglese Grant Smith), “Sei rimasta nell’anima” (incisa da Gianni Drudi, Amadeus, Marco Rey, Biagio, ecc.); “’Na storia comm’a chest” (presentata al XV Festival di Napoli da Biagio); canzoni in dialetto calabrese incise dal cantautore Romano Scarfone; “C’è l’amore – That’s amore”, Terra mia” e “Innamorata” (incise da Mimmo Di Gioia nel CD “Il menestrello” – Edizioni Musicali Koral; – Riviera Music Publishing SOCAN – Four Joys Music Publishing – USA); “Friends Forever” (Once We Were Lovers), “Because of You” (Desiderio), “The Love We Shared”, “Sound of Love”, “Due Amici” e “Falling in Love” (incise da Daniela nel CD “Falling in Love”); “Caliente Caliente” e “Como una Diosa” (incise da Gustavo Clerico nel CD “Caliente Caliente (Special Edition); “Incontrarti Qui”, “Vorrei”, “La luce degli occhi” e “Solo Per Lei” (Sung by Serafino), inserite nel CD “Musicalmente Insieme con I Grandi Successi Italiani Degli Anni ’70 (Recorded at Toronto Sound Studios (1974), ecc. Ed ancora tra le sue produzioni: il cantante Paolo Argento (CD “Realtà”), Daniela (CD “Falling in Love”, la cantautrice Tina Zanotto con l’incisione de “Il mio cuore vivrà”, versione italiana di “My Heart Will Go On” del film “Titanic”) Michela Castaldo (“Calabrisella mia”) e tanti 45 giri e cd incisi da artisti canadesi e di altri Stati: Pino Cea, Giulio Paonessa, Leda Iamonico, Loretta Tonello, Caterina Sciortino, Danya, Joe King, I Giuvigar, Mary Show, Claudia Scirè, Ninni Maina, L. Maddaloni, Stella Isapola, S. Polidori, Elisa Brancacci, Corinna, Marta Lami, Lina De Lima, Lorena Cioni, Franco Mazzitelli, Franco Mercia, Jack Cerrito, Franco Lettieri, Mrs. Galizia, Gianni Grammicchia, Peter Marino, Mike Napolitano, Biagio Bucaro, Nando Di Prete, Cristina, Jean, Angelina, Little Joe, Tony & Josy, Tony Lima, Tony Ieluzzi, Vinz Paparo, Daniela Taurasi, Mariarosa Criscuolo, Cesare Revera, Wilred Gonzales, Angelo Luna, David, Royalty, Sam Giresi, Homil, Nast Brother, Arturo Sorano, John Fautley, Norma Fortino, Mr. Yaria, Ken Tobias, Damon Carro, Joseph Jay, Cecilia Galizia, Wilfred Gonzales, Gustavo Clericlò, Ricky Daniele, Tonia, Sonia, Fausto Finessi, Peter May, Rossana Valco, Tony Bellis, Chris Barbieri, Marco Rey, Elio Basile, lo zufolista Joe Da sinistra: Padre Hernan Astudillo e Castellana, Joe Ruscica (che Mario Marasco ha vinto nel 1983 il Festival di del concorso poetico del Nord America “Sanremo Giovani” di Cupisti con una (“Voce d’oro” con la poesia “Si dici e u canzone scritta dalla cantautrice Diana dicemo a Riggiu”). Insignito del titolo di Doris (autrice – già cantautrice – figlia di Delegato per il Canada dell’Accademia Mario Marasco, il quale ha anche un altro Artisti Europei (1990), del titolo di Cavafiglio: Marco Emilio). Ultima produzione liere dall’Accademia Federico II (1990); “Mamma mi diceva” di Armando Pulente, Premio Canada Circolo Musicale (2000); prodotto da Pino Gioia che ha arrangiato e Premio Europeo Tindari (2001); Premio “I registrato tutte le canzoni in Italia presso magnifici delle 7 note” per meriti artistici l’Enjoy Music Studio. Grande artista Pino (2005); Premio “Maria Augimeri” City Gioia che con Mario Marasco ha scritto of Toronto (2005) e Premio Community tante canzon ed effettuato numerosi ar- Work Multicultealis 2010”. Inoltre in rangiamenti. Canada ha ricevuto 18 diplomi di riconMario Marasco ha fra l’altro scritto oscimento dal quindicinale “Vita Italiana” canzoni in collaborazione anche con Ma- (dal 1990 al 2005) ed è stato premiato teicich. Bassetti, Bosi, Caputi, Giordani, per gli anni 2004-2005-2009-2o13-2014Papaluca, Cannizzaro, Sorano, Cassia, 2015 dalla CHHA 1610 AM per la sua Pamieri, Durante, Di Girolamo, Can- trasmissione “La Bella Italia”. nalla, Crisologo, Tancredi, Giallombardo, Da ricordare che ebbe anche ad orRezza, Somma, Farinella, Flipper, Monti, ganizzare con l’amico Roky Ferrari il Rattazzi, Pat Noto, Pesce, Censorio, Festival della Canzone in Canada che ha Tancredi, Deodato, Angelone, Pionca e avuto tra gli ospiti il M° Nello Segurini, tanti altri. Tony Silys che rimase in Canada, l’attore E’ stato premiato in varie manifestazi- Carlo Croccolo, Ontario Sarracini,…). oni e ne citiamo solo alcune: Premio USA Complimenti a Mario Marasco per tutto “Certificate of Award” per “Terra lontana” quello che è riuscito a fare e che continu(1961), Premio Festival della Canzone erà a fare. Personaggio con il quale ci si Italiana in Canada” (1965), medaglia può mettere in contatto per collaborazione d’oro al Concorso Int.le “Renato Macri o per essere ospitati nel suo programma 1968”; primo premio al Festival di Lu- radiofonico. Segnaliamo il suo indirizzo gano 1974, Premio Canadian Accademy in particolare alle case discografiche, ai Of Recording negli anni 1975-1976- produttori e naturalmente ai cantanti, 1977; Primo assoluto al Muliculturale complessi ed autori per l’invio di cd. Songwrigt Competition CHIN Radio Mario Marasco – 1901–2645 Kipling Ave International; Award Disco D’oro Radio – Etobicoke ON M9V 3S6 (Canada). Tel. Vancouver e Radio Montreal nel 1976 e 001.416.7441214. Fax 001.416.7442972; 1977; Premio Cable 10 Televisione per e-mail: m.mario2006@yahoo.com. www. il programma “Mondomusica” (1980); rivierarecords.ca/mario primo premio al Festival di Sanremo dei giovani 1983; Premio 1990 Canada (Nino Bellinvia) Sicilian Cultural Society; Premio 1999 Etnic Press Concil of Canada “Riviera Record”; finalista al XV Festival di Napoli ’92; primo premio nella sezione dialettale Cari connazionali, come vi avevamo comunicato nel 2010 solo il Consolato Generale avrebbe rilasciato il passaporto italiano con le impronte digitali, per cui i richiedenti avrebbero dovuto recarsi personalmente presso il Consolato Generale d'Italia in New York, la settimana scorsa cioe' l'8 e 9 Maggio scorso alcuni componenti del Consolato di New York sono venuti a Rochester per la rilevazione delle impronte digitali , e' stato un vero successo, per cui, se il vostro passaporto e' scaduto, sta per scadere o e' ancora valido potete avere l'occasione per richiedere un nuovo passaporto - telefonateci in modo da prendere il vostro nome e numero di telefono e di contattarvi in prossimita' della loro venuta in Rochester, probabilmente sara' la prossima primavera. Per maggiori chiarimenti o per informazioni generali relative a pensioni, documenti, traduzioni ecc. si prega contattarci telefonanche dalle 9:00 alle 2:00 il martedi e mercoledi' e il Vice Console Mario Daniele sara' lieto di assisterVi. Si prega telefonare per appuntamento. Mario Daniele Honorary Vice Consul of Italy For any information regarding passports, pensions and documents, please call the Italia Vice Consul at (585) 594-8259 Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00am until 2:00pm. Please call for an appointment. Mario Daniele Honorary Vice Consul of Italy June 2015 Feature Stories Culture In Search of Our Ancestry Angelo Coniglio Family Trees vs DNA Testing I usually encourage genealogy researchers to share their family trees online, in order to make connections with others who may be researching similar information. Some folks are hestitant to do so, often because of privacy issues, but even more often because it strikes a sour note for them to have worked hard and long to develop and verify all the records, collect images of documents, photos, family stories, etc, and then to post all that on-line, for others to simply copy and use. I argue that most folks develop a family tree not only to find ancestors, but where possible to identify living relatives who have some of the same ancestors; to broaden their own and others’ knowledge of blood relations. Posting a tree on-line can attract others who are researching the same surnames and towns, and correspondence between you and them may benefit both parties. To those who complain that others may take ‘your tree’ and incorrectly use it to show spurious or undocumented, unsourced information, I say “You can keep your tree accurate and documented. If someone else uses your information and mistakenly adds something to their tree, that’s their problem, and does not reflect on you.” Such concerns, I believe, are minor when compared to the great gains that can be made when you find a distant cousin who has dozens of welldocumented folks in his tree, who are your previously unknown relatives, and you have ‘connected’ because he or she saw your family tree on-line. That being said, why, then, do I hestiate to upload my tree to a DNA testing site? Simple skepticism. I do have a family tree on-line, atr www.rootsweb.com, not connected to any DNA testing site. And after contacting someone identified as a relative by 23andMe or GEDmatch, I have no problem exchanging my off-line genealogical database or my on-line rootsweb information with that person. This lets us compare names and dates that we ourselves have researched, and possibly find relatives or common ancestors who we didn’t already know about. But I resist having the information I found merged on a DNA site into some ‘world tree’ that can contain errors, or at best unsourced and uncorroborated information. Add to that my concern that the software which analyzes my genome could conceivably, by ‘circular reasoning’, access my ‘tree’ and then report results ‘confirming’ the information in the tree, when really, it’s information that I myself entered. Maybe I’m too much of a ‘doubter’, but I’d rather separate the DNA analyses from the ‘paper genealogy’, and infer connections only after I have considered each separately. In summarizing the topic of DNA testing, I feel that the $100 I paid to have my genetic material (saliva) tested by 23andMe was money well spent, even though it has not yet allowed me to identify a relative who has more information about my ancestry than I’ve already accumulated. It has introduced me to several ‘2nd to 6th cousins’ who share ‘significant’ portions of their genome (biological ‘blueprint’) with me, as well as an already known great-grandniece whose many DNA matches with mine conirm that relationship. We all are making strides to connect our ‘paper genealogies’, a feat that will hopefully identify common ancestors and enlarge that group of souls, living and deceased, that make up our combined families. I would recommend genealogical DNA testing for anyone who has more than a passing interest in their genealogy and ‘personal ancestry’. With the proper approach to it (recognizing its capabilities and limitations) you can expand the broad knowledge of your roots, and combined with conventional research, it can even put leaves on those elusive branches of the ‘tree’ of your direct ancestors. Coniglio is the author of a novella, The Lady of the Wheel, inspired by his Sicilian genealogical research. You can order the paperback or the Kindle version at amzn. to/racalmuto Coniglio’s web page at bit.ly/AFCGen has helpul hints on genealogic research or e-mail him at genealogytips@aol.com. Giorgio Armani Celebrates 40 Years in Fashion Armani and actor Leonardo Di Caprio Iconic Italian designer Giorgio Armani celebrated forty years in fashion April 30th, 2015. His party was a star-studded gala and opening of a museum dedicated to his designer business. The 80-year old designer was joined by celebrities, such as Tom Cruise, Leonardo Di Caprio, Cate Blanchett, Janet Jackson, Hilary Swank and Tina Turner for the bash in Milan, Italy at the headquarters of his fashion empire. Armani's is known for his clean-cut and elegant style. His gowns have graced a number of Red Carpet events around the world. Nicknamed King Giorgio, the designer, who once worked as a window dresser, is known for being hands-on in creating one of the most recognized fashion brands in the world. “There have been many moments, from the beginning until today,” Armani told reporters upon arrival at the Jennifer Niejadlik gala on Thursday evening. “Maybe, my most emotional moment was when I saw my cover on Time,” he added, referring to the magazine. Armani, who designs both couture and ready-to-wear, has dressed celebrities, royals as well as sportsmen. Stars, such as Beyonce, David Beckham and Megan Fox have modeled his perfumes and underwear. “Madison Avenue in 1985, I think it was, so not very long after he came to our country and I have a closetful still of those beautiful suits, those classic suits, and I still wear them,” actor Glenn Close reminisced about when she bought her first Armani piece. James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan paid a tribute to the stylist, calling him ‘a mighty man’, while Italian star Sophia Loren simply said the designer “is her friend". For the anniversary, Armani converted a 1950's building that once stored cereals for a new exhibition dedicated of his designs. The event took place ahead of the Friday May 1st, 2015 opening of Milan Expo, of which Armani is special ambassador for fashion. Officials expect nearly 20 million people to visit over the next six-months the exhibition of worldwide products and technologies. During the celebrations Armani also opened up about his latest project, an autobiography, which is set to be published by Rizzoli during Milan Fashion Week in September 2015. He said: ''I wanted to share personal thoughts and moments, the ones that I choose to share - there are others nobody will ever pull out of me.'' “Benvenuti a Tutti!” Authentic Italian Bacco’s Ristorante Oral candidosis Ask the Dermatologist What is it? Oral candidosis is a fungal infection of the mouth caused by a group of yeasts called Candida. it is not contagious and is usually successfully treated with antifungal medications. What are its symptoms? - white patches (plaques) in the mouth that can be often wiped off, leaving red areas that might bleed - lost of taste or unpleasant taste in the mouth, a painful Dr. Victor Rotoli- burning sensation Dermatologist - redness inside the mouth and throat - cracks at the corner of the mouth Eating and drinking may be difficult. What causes oral candidosis? Low numbers of fungus candida are naturally found in the mouth. There are a number of reasons that make them grow: - taking antibiotics or corticosteroid over a long period of time at high doses - wearing dentures, particularly if they don't fit properly - having poor hygiene or a dry mouth - smoking - having chemiotherapy, radiotherapy, diabetes, iron deficiency, hypothyroidism or HIV Remember oral candidosis is not contagious. What is oral candidosis therapy? Use of antifungal medications either gel or liquid that can be applied directly in the mouth; tablets or capsules are also used. These medications should be used several times a day for around 7 to 14 days. June 2015 Conveniently located near Downtown Cultural Events Authentic Italian Dishes • Homemade Desserts Exceptional Service • Charming Ambience Serving Dinner Tuesday - Saturday Bring your own wine, no corkage fee on Tuesday and Wednesday nights Reservations recommended 263 Park Ave | 442-5090 baccosristorante.com Private Parking in the Back 9 Feature Stories Remembering Mario Cuomo President William Clinton wrote the obituary in Time Magazine which gave Cuomo the full page. An excerpt: “Mario Cuomo’s America of community, compassion and responsibility will live as long as there are people who believe in it strongly as he did, who define our success by the chances we give others who have dreams and the determination to chase them.” America has lost a fine man of integrity, honesty and compassion. We shall miss him born to immigrant parents, Mario paired his faith in God and faith in America to live a life of public service—and we are all better for it. He rose from chief executive of the state he loved, determined champion of progressive values, and an unflinching voice for tolerance, inclusiveness, fairness, dignity, and opportunity. His own story taught us that as Americans, we are bound together as one people, and our country’s success rests on the success of all of us, not just a fortunate few.” Mary Amabile Palmer Mario Cuomo A beloved gentleman, Mario Cuomo was Governor of New York for three terms from 1983 to 1994. Prior he was Lieutenant Governor of New York from 1979 to 1982 and Secretary of State of New York from 1975 to 1978. A staunch Democrat, he was particularly remembered for his keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention in 1984 where he dazzled the audience and jumped into national prominence such that he was widely considered a frontrunner for the Democratic nomination for President in 1988 and 1992. He declined. Cuomo’s son, Andrew, became Governor of New York as well. Cuomo was born in New York City. His father, Andrea Cuomo, and his mother, Ommaculata, were born in Italy. He graduated tied for first in his class of 1956 from St. John’s University School of Law. At the same time, he was a Professor at St. John’s Law School. In 1972, Mayor John Lindsay appointed him to conduct an inquiry of a dispute over low-income public housing for the middle-class neighborhood of Forest Hills. When Walter Mondale ran for President in 1984, Cuomo was on Mondale’s list of Vice-Presidential candidates. While Geraldine Ferraro was ultimately chosen, Cuomo was chosen to give the keynote speech. In Cuomo’s first term as Governor, the budget was balanced, providing him the state’s highest credit rating it had in a decade. In his second term, sweeping fiscal reforms were enacted. He succeeded in his effort to rebuild bridges and roads, increased assistance to law enforcement agencies, was the first in the nation to enact the seat belt laws. Cuomo authored several books, “Forest Hills Diary: The Crisis of Low-Income Housing,” “Reason to believe” about his parents’ struggles when they came to America but in the end prospered, and "Why Lincoln Matters.” In 1983, Barnard College awarded Cuomo its highest honor, the Barnard Medal of Distinction. Cuomo was married to Matilda Raffa for 60 years. She graduated from St. John’s University Teacher’s College. They have five children. In addition to Andrew, Mario and Matilda have 4 other children, Chris, Maria, Margaret and Madeline. All are fine, upstanding and successful young people. Upon his death, President Obama stated “An Italian Catholic kid from Queens, Casual Italian Cuisine at its Finest! The Fedele Family The Brook House Supports Italian Culture and the Italian American Community Center Let’s Build Your Project (Left to right) • Valerie Gautieri Tidwell • Vito J. Gautieri, Jr. and son Vance • Vito J. Gautieri, Sr. • Michael A. Fasano • Victor J. Gautieri and son Nicholas Together! Construction completed in 2008. DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc. Family Owned Since 1931 Medicaid and Pre-Need Counseling Members of the IACC Dominic A. DiPonzio Christopher B. DiPonzio Joseph D. DiPonzio 219 Spencerport Road 429-6700 (Across from St. Theodore’s Church) It was an honor for our company to build the Chapel for Olindo & Filomena DiFrancesco Offices of V. J. Gautieri Constructors, Inc. with office space donated to the Boy Scouts and the Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation. V.J. Gautieri Constructors, Inc. 45 Liberty Street · P.O. Box 322 · Batavia, NY 14021-0322 Phone: 585-343-0852 · Fax: 585-343-4601 · Web Site: www.gautieri.com · e-mail: info@gautieri.com (585) 343-0852 Building Success Since 1954 Vito & Marjorie Gautieri are IACC Members Photo by Nino Cusanno 10 June 2015 2015 Calendar of Events The public is welcome to all events. For Your Convenience, Please Cut Out & Save or Send Your E-Mail Address to editor@iaccrochester.org to Receive Event Info JUNE 2 Festa Della Repubblica 3 Luncheon 3 Karaoke 10 Karaoke 17 Luncheon 17 IACC General Membership Meeting 17 Karaoke 18 Italian Cinema 24 Karaoke JULY 1 Luncheon 1 Karaoke 8 Karaoke 15 Luncheon 15 IACC General Membership Meeting 15 Karaoke 16,17,18 Festa Italiana 22 Karaoke 29 Luncheon 29 Karaoke AUGUST 5 Karaoke 12 Luncheon 12 Karaoke 16 Ferragosto Picnic 19 IACC General Membership Meeting 19 Karaoke 26 Luncheon 26 Karaoke SEPTEMBER 2 Karaoke 9 Luncheon 9 Karaoke 16 IACC General Membership Meeting 16 Karaoke 23 Luncheon 23 Karaoke 30 Karaoke OCTOBER 7 Luncheon 7 Karaoke 11 Wine Bus Tour 14 Karaoke 16 Reverse Raffle 21 Luncheon/ 21 IACC General Membership Meeting 21 Karaoke 24 Vendemmia 28 Karaoke 31 Halloween Party NOVEMBER 4 Luncheon 4 Karaoke 8 Gene Ferrari 11 Karaoke 13 Veterans/Volunteer Appreciation 18 Luncheon 18 IACC General Membership Meeting 18 Karaoke 25 Luncheon 25 Karaoke DECEMBER 2 Luncheon 2 Karaoke 9 Karaoke 11 St. Lucy TBT 12 Christmas Gala 16 Luncheon 16 IACC General Membership Meeting 16 Karaoke 20 Brunch with Santa 30 Luncheon 31 New Year’s Eve Party All events subject to change at Center Café e k o a r a K do Radiccia eSantis with Riccar Karaoke DJ Sal D UR 7:30-8:30pm 11pm HAPPY HO m 0p 7:3 ay sd can Idol” Every Wedne nal Italian Ameri “Home of the Origi unity Center American Comm n lia Ita dte ca lo 585-594-8882 Center Café is ay, Rochester, NY W o in M Di k an 150 Fr ecials Weekly Dinner Sp er Charge ov C o ic- N Open to the Publ June 2015 11 Feature Stories 12 June 2015
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