NOVEMBER 2016 PUBLISHED BY THE ITALIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL SOCIETY VOLUME, XXXVI No. 11 43843 Romeo Plank Road - Clinton Township, MI 48038 - Phone (586) 228-3030 ext 15 - FAX (586) 228-1678 - Email [email protected]

NONNA’S TRIBUTE TO VETERANS & ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY HONOR & REMEMBER HAVE A DINNER ON US!

The Italian American Cultural Society invites veterans and active duty military to come have a dinner on us on Thurs- day, November 10, 2016. It's our way of saying thank you for their service. (Veterans and active duty military must show

proof of military service.)

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the Italian Cultural Center tion on gifts and reservations. Cultural Center; 10:00 a.m. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Mass; 10:45 a.m. Compli- December 1 – Thursday - The December 11 - Sunday - November 2 - Wednesday at Culinary Auditorium – mentary Breakfast; 11:30 a.m. Federazione Abruzzese del Madonna del Campo Annual State of Society Address & – IACS Senior Membership Trevarrow, 1295 N. Opdyke Michigan (FADM) will hold Christmas Party at San Marino meeting – 10:00 a.m. – Italian Road, Auburn Hills; From 6pm Interim Financial Statement; their membership meeting at Club - 1685 Big Beaver Rd. Board of Directors election Cultural Center to 9pm the DAS will host and the Italian American Cultural Troy, MI 48083. Doors open present "The Extraordinary Ital- results November 2 – Wednesday – Center starting at 7:00 PM. 12:30 p.m. Dinner served 1:30 ian Taste, prima settimana della Come join us in fellowship for p.m. For tickets please call: February 3, 2017 – Friday – Italian American Chamber of cucina italiana nel mondo" "The Commerce meeting at San Ma- the Christmas season. This is a Nino Brusca 586- 781-6748 or Captain Jack’s Seafood Dinner Extraordinary Italian Taste, first Pot Luck meeting. Bring your Angelo Soave 586-786-4123 or at the Italian American Cultural rino Club, 1685 E. Big Beaver, week of the Italian cuisine in Troy, starting at 6:30 p.m. favorite dish to pass around. Antoinette Forgione 586-739- Center; details forthcoming the world" SAVE THE DATE 0875 November 3 – Thursday - The more details coming soon! December 11 – Sunday - AN- March 23, 2017 – Thursday NUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY December 17 – Saturday – - IACS General Membership Federazione Abruzzese del November 15 – Tuesday – Michigan (FADM) will hold - The Federazione Abruzzese Breakfast with Santa at the Meeting/Complimentary Din- IACS Board of Directors meet- del Michigan, in conjunctions Italian American Cultural Cen- ner – Italian Cultural Center their monthly meeting at the ing, 6:30 p.m., at the Cultural Italian American Cultural Cen- with the club ter; seating for Breakfast, 9:30 – 6:00 p.m. Center and Club Pacentro, will hold a.m. Christmas Carols, 11 a.m. ter starting at 7:00 PM. We are June 29, 2017 - Thursday - having elections for office this November 16 – Wednesday - its’ annual Christmas Party at prepaid reservations required – the Penna’s of Sterling. Doors 586-228-3030, Ext. 15; Adults & IACS General Membership meeting, as well as, our annual Representative from the Italian Meeting/Complimentary Din- recipe competition. This year Consulate in Detroit at the open at 12:30 PM with dinner Children 11 years or older $13/ at 1:30 PM. Come join us in the members - $15/non-members; ner – Italian Cultural Center we are having a “Chef’s Sur- Italian Cultural Center. – 6:00 p.m. prise”. Bring your favorite recipe Christmas season with friends children 3-10 years old/$8; for our Judges to review. First November 16 – Wednesday and family and of course with children 2 & under free September 28, 2017 – Thurs- prizes will receive an award. - 1:00 PM IACS Book Club Saint Nick as we celebrate the day - IACS General Member- will meet. Please contact Ilene Holiday. Call Pete Fuciarelli at January 22, 2017 – Sunday Join us in fun and fellowship – IACS General Membership ship Meeting/Complimentary as we continue to celebrate our Stanko at 586-864-6171 for 586-248-159 or Elio Bucciarelli Dinner – Italian Cultural additional information. at 248-852-5346,for informa- Meeting & Board of Directors Italian and Abruzzese heritage. Election Results at the Italian Center – 6:00 p.m. Call Sergio Paglia at 586-759- November 16 – Wednesday 3114 for information and to – “The Roots of Italian Taste: enter the competition. Revisiting Seven Thousand November 4 – Friday – Sasa Years of Culinary Traditions”, a Salvaggio – Entertainment lecture by Laura Motta, at The & dinner hosted by the IACS Helen L. DeRoy Auditorium – Gioventu’ membership at the Room 146, 5203 Cass- Detroit, Italian American Cultural Cen- 6:30 p.m. – free and open to the ter; pre-paid ticket donation: public; film screening, 7:15 p.m. $60/member - $70/Non-Mem- La Cena by Ettore Scola ber; doors open 6 p.m. – din- November 20 – Sunday - The ner, 7 p.m. Call IACS office, Federazione Abruzzese del 586-228-3030, Ext. 15 Michigan (FADM) is sponsor- November 9 – Wednesday – ing a travelogue "Magical Abru- Madonna del Campo meeting zzo" at the Italian American - 7-9pm. – Italian Cultural Cultural Center. The Travelogue Center will be presented by Marcella Corona, a retired travel agent November 13 – Sunday – IACS and FADM member, who has 6th Annual Fall Craft Show traveled extensively in – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Admis- and around . The presen- sion/$2.00. For more informa- tation will include famous tion, contact Sandy Tornberg, locations and locations that are 586-907-6631 or sandratorn- off the beaten path. Presenta- [email protected]; IACS Office, tion begins at 1:00 PM. Call 586-228-3030, Ext. 15 – iacs@ Enzo Paglia at 586-207-1063 for iacsonline.com Food & bev- additional information. Free to erages available for purchase. the public. (see flyer) November 29 – Tuesday - 7:00 November 14 – Monday and p.m. – Federazione Siciliana November 16 – Wednesday – Election Meeting for 2017- – Live Cooking Demonstra- 2018; Dinner Meeting and tion coordinated by Iron Chef Group Photo will be taken – America Judge Mario Rizzotti Details at next meeting held at PAGE 4 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

The December 7th meeting IACS SENIORS will be our election of officers CHAIRPERSON for outgoing positions on our MESSAGE Senior Board of Directors. We will be enjoying our Christmas party following

the meeting. You must pur- chase your party ticket at our Dear Friend, November meeting. Cost is $21. We will be having a I’m writing to share good news about our efforts to get more support for Alzheimer’s sit-down family style dinner, patients and their caregivers. music, and prizes. Advance sale of tickets only. I have been working very hard to get the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to If for some reason you are fund care planning sessions for Alzheimer’s patients and their families under Medicare, and not able to attend our No- vember 2nd meeting, you they have finally agreed to do so! This will effectively implement my HOPE for can call me to reserve and Alzheimer’s Act. send me a check by mail. ESTHER BEAUDETTE Our November 16th trip to This is a huge step forward, but we know there’s more work to be done, and I need your As we get closer to the end Pointe Edward Casino in Sar- help. of 2016, we get the chance to nia, Ontario, Canada has a few seats available. Cost $20 reflect on all of our blessings. If you are willing to share the story of how you and your family have been impacted by As we celebrate Thanksgiv- – we will receive $10 on ar- ing, I wish everyone a very rival. Departure time is 8:45 Alzheimer’s, please take a few minutes and go to www.stabenow.senate.gov/story Happy Thanksgiving. a.m. Proper I.D. is needed Something I am happy for to enter Canada. Call me at By sharing your story, you will help me build a strong case for more research dollars to find is being a member of the (586) 286-2597. a cure and for additional measures to help families and caregivers. Italian American Cultural Looking ahead, we plan to Society and the opportunity go to Niagara Falls Canada I hope you’ll consider sharing your story at www.stabenow.senate.gov/story Thank you for in the spring. Stay tuned for to serve on the Board of Di- your continued advocacy in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. rectors and to also be your future information. chairperson for the Senior Suggestions are always wel- Sincerely, group. come for planning trips in Our November 2 meet- 2017. ing will be our bake sale so Enjoy each day, for each day please bake and purchase all is a gift! the goodies that will be for sale. Esther Debbie Stabenow IACS Officers and Board of Directors 2016 United States Senator Honorary Chairperson Board of Directors John Carlo Catenacci Anthony Apone President Esther Beaudette Sandra Tornberg James V. Bellanca, III U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow Immediate Past President Alfonso Chirco The United States Senate • Washington, DC 20510 Giovanni LoIacono Antonio DiGiorgio stabenow.senate.gov Mark Garagiola Past President Karen Mack Ronald A. DiBartolomeo Rosanna Maniaci First Vice-President Pino Marelli Mariano Evola Gregory Rogers Second Vice-President Ramo A. Salerno Domenico Ruggirello Joseph P. Ventimiglia Third Vice-President Past Presidents Dr. Mike Aiello Ronald A. DiBartolomeo Fourth Vice-President Giovanni LoIacono Giovanni Maniaci Mario Moceri Treasurer Frank J. Palazzolo Enzo Paglia Hon. Anthony Sanfemio Martin Reno Garagiola Recording Secretary Leonard D. Mannina Clarice Squillace Cav. Vincent J. Bruno Chaplain Cav. John Floreno Fr. Enzo Addari Hon. Sam Petitto Special Counsel Jack Grifo To the President Comm. Anthony J. Bellanca Hon. Judge Peter Maceroni NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 5 LARGE CROWD ATTENDS 6TH ANNUAL SPORTSMEN’S WILD GAME DINNER… WAS THE BEST! The It was a record-breaking organizations, Salerno was Italian American crowd attending the IACS honored as Italian Ameri- Sportsmen’s Wild Game can of the Year by the Italian EDITOR Dinner on Thursday, Sep- Study Group of Troy in Barbara L. Smith tember 22nd. This was the 2003. He is on the Board Venison Sausage sixth year the IACS hosted of Directors of the Italian ITALIAN EDITOR the fundraising event, with American Cultural Society; Sandra Tornberg enthusiastic guests enjoy- is the Goodwill Ambassador for the Coro LAYOUT & Italiano and DESIGN has been American Speedy actively Printing involved in the Italian We had a nice DISTRIBUTION crowd American Lelio D’Aristotile Chamber of Commerce WRITING STAFF of Michigan Esther Beaudette since 1990. Anna Grillo, State Representative Anthony Forlini, Antonio DiGiorgio Ramo Salerno For the past Barbara Smith 15 years, Sandra Tornberg ing a range of wild game Salerno has spearheaded the meats, prepared by Alex Columbus Celebration in Photographer Lozovoj, Executive Chef Lansing at his own expense. Elio Ripari and IACS-Banquet General He received proclamations Samantha Sandra Tornberg Manager. The wild game for each year the celebration Tornberg and menu included wild boar was held. In addition, he her friend Carlo 586/228-3030 ext 15 sliders, grilled quail, veni- was the Grand Marshal of DiVirgilio son sausage skewers, fried the 2001 Columbus Day [email protected] alligator & rattlesnake, trip- Parade and is a past Grand pa, smoked venison min- Marshal and Director of the www.iacsonline.com estrone soup, mixed Deadline for greens salad with pancetta and gorgon- submitting zola; ragu of rabbit Sportsmen's Din- material is the 10th of pappardelle, duck and ner Chairman the month. cherry ravioli with Dr. Mike Aiello, port wine cream, elk Ramo Salerno, We reserve the right to and venison short Sandra Tornberg edit all copy. ribs, Tuscan braised pheasant, wild Alas- Guns for raffle kan salmon, roasted tri Warren-Centerline Thanks- color potato with dried giving Day Parade. figs and thyme, balsamic Ernst Meats Resurrection Cemetery Proceeds from this event glazed root vegetables, and Ferrari Knife Rinaldi Sausage drunken pear and cranberry will begin the IACS Build- crostata for dessert. There ing Fund – planning a Il Fornaio Bakery Sysco Foods new building to house were outdoor sporting raf- Leonard’s Syrup Tri-County Beverage fles, among those, hunting classrooms, library, and a Cadillac Coffee rifles, shotguns, and various member’s room. A portion Mama Mucci’s Pasta Villa Bella Luxury Retire- of the proceeds will also be ment Community other door prizes distribut- Celani Family Vineyards Michi-Gun set aside for the Italian Lan- ed throughout the evening. Vince & Joe’s Gourmet guage Scholarship Program. Dave’s Sausage Nino Salvaggio Internation- Market Mr. Ramo Salerno was our Thank you to everyone who Del Bene al Marketplace Special Guest of Honor helped to make this fund- Vintage Wine Randazzo Fresh Market for the evening. Active in raising event an outstanding Detroit Arms, LLC several Italian American success! PAGE 6 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

Angels Scarves, Euchre Plus MEMORIAL CEREMONY IN ADRIAN More, AK’s Hidden Gems, When he taught history, Grand Linen Company, he would take his students the Craft Crew, Pearls and on field trips to the crash More, Snap Zip Clip, the site, where they would ask Crazy Craft Ladies, Pink what had happened to the Zebra, Young Living, and victims’ remains. “No one Ole Time Crafts. We also will ever have to ask, ‘Where have many new vendors, are they?’ And no one will including LuLaRoe, Arm ever have to answer, ‘I don’t Candy, Elegant Designs by Elizabeth, Yvonne’s Neck- know,’ ” said Dr. Griffith, his lace Creations, It’s All About voice full of emotion. that Jam, Partylite, Creative Mr. Berryman proclaimed, Cute, M&M Creations, JCA’s “Today starts a new chapter Jewelry, Color Wheel Craft- in the history of the 1901 SANDRA TORNBERG works, and more to come. events. The monument will This is a great opportunity November will be an Fr. Enzo Addari blesses the gravesite and monument serve as a reminder to all eventful month at the IACS, to start (or finish!) your hol- who visit this place that this in our community, and in iday shopping. Please come The Wabash Railway Com- Consul of Italy in Detroit, country of opportunity came our nation. To start off on and support our vendors pany refused to allow Fr. thanked Adrian Mayor Jim with the sacrifices of many.” an exciting note, the IACS and the IACS. Francis Beccherini, who had Berryman and the commu- Gioventù is organizing an- traveled from San Francesco nity for their commitment It was a very emotional other evening of dinner and The IACS is proud to collab- Church in Detroit, to say to honoring the Italian lives experience for all those in entertainment on November orate with the Consulate of Mass for the victims of the that were lost so many years attendance. We are grateful 4. We are proud to welcome Italy in Detroit, the Istituto train wreck that happened ago. She read a letter from to Mayor Jim Berryman and Italian actor and comedian di Cultura in Chicago, and in Seneca, Michigan on No- the Consiglio Generale degli the people of Adrian for Sasà Salvaggio to the IACS. the Dante Alighieri Society vember 27, 1901. However, Italiani all’Estero (CGIE), their dedication to honoring of Michigan to present the on September 24, a warm, which is reproduced on this our countrymen who lost On November 8, 2016, each very first Week of Italian sunny day, Fr. Enzo Addari page. their lives so many years ago. American citizen has the Cuisine in the World. On blessed the graves contain- Monday, November 14 Chef Before the cere- privilege of going to the ing the victims’ remains Mario Rizzotti will present a mony, many of the polls and casting our vote and the glorious monument live cooking demonstration guests attended a for a new president to lead created by Sergio De Gi- at the Trevarrow Culinary brunch held at Siena our country for the next usti to commemorate the Auditorium in Auburn Hills. Heights University. four years. Regardless of gravesite. There were about At 6:30 pm on Wednesday, Mr. Bruno Maestri, your political affiliation, two hundred people who November 16 Dr. Laura Vice President for please do not waste this op- participated in the beautiful Motta will present a lecture Government Rela- portunity, guaranteed to us ceremony at Oakwood Cem- entitled “The Roots of Ital- tions and Corporate by the sacrifices of so many. etery, including representa- ian Taste: Revisiting Seven Communications tives of the Italian American We honor those who served Thousand Years of Culinary for Norfolk South- community of metropolitan Sogni Persi unveiled by Dr. Maria our country as we celebrate Traditions.” This will be fol- ern personally donated the Detroit as well as citizens of Luisa Lapresa, Dr. Kyle Griffith, Veteran’s Day on November lowed by a screening of the cost of the brunch. Norfolk and Mayor Jim Berryman Adrian and the surrounding 11. This year the IACS will film La Cena by Ettore Scola Southern operates the rails areas. again offer a free dinner to at 7:15 pm. The menu and through Adrian, Veterans at Nonna’s Night details can be found inside The monument is entitled which were once on Thursday, November 10. the newspaper. Sogni Persi (“Lost Dreams”). part of the Wabash Mr. De Giusti described the main line. November 13 is the date of Finally, on November 24 elements of the sculpture: our sixth annual Fall Craft we celebrate Thanksgiving Dr. Kyle Griffith is the word “WABASH” the Show. More than sixty when we all reflect on the an assistant super- year “1901”, a female face vendors will be present- things for which we are intendent in the covered by a funeral veil, ing a wide variety of crafts grateful. I am thankful for Lenawee Intermedi- crowned with the towers of and products. Returning my family and friends, my ate School District San Gimigniamo, a railroad vendors include Aroma health my Italian heritage, and former history Scupltor Sergio De Giusti, Comites track surrounded by flames, Scents, Sweetpea Designs, and the privilege of being teacher whose passionate Vice President Giovanni Catalano, and maple leaves to symbol- Bonnie’s Royal Oils, Blair president of this wonder- interest led to the search Sandra Tornberg, IACS President, Adams Books, Homestead ful organization. Happy ize the city of Adrian. Adrian Mayor Jim Berryman, for records of the uniden- Italian Consul in Detroit Dr. Maria Honey, It Works, Mary Kay, Thanksgiving! Dr. Maria Luisa Lapresa, tified victims’ burial site. Luisa Lapresa, Dr. Kyle Griffith NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 7

THE ITALIANS TAKE THE STATE CAPITOL AGAIN On October 5, a large group of Italians traveled Alfonso Chirco (center) to the State Capitol for receives honor from State the annual Columbus Representative Anthony Day celebration. Known Forlini (left) and Ramo Salerno (right) as Cara- as the “Ramo Salerno binere Antonio DiPonio Trip to Lansing”, it was a looks on. fun as well as inspiring L to R Maria Cicchini, Ramo Salerno, Mark Garagiola, State Rep- day as always. It was also resentative Anthony Forlini. Maria and Mark were recognized for their contributions to the Columbus Day celebrations. bittersweet as Anthony Dr. Maria Luisa Lapresa, Forlini was our host for Consul of Italy in De- the last time since he is troit, receives honor from State Representative An- Fr. Pino Licciardi (cen- term-limited this year. thony Forlini (left) and ter) receives honor from Thank you to Ramo and Ramo Salerno (right) State Representative An- Anthony for organizing as Carabinere Antonio thony Forlini (left) and another wonderful day DiPonio looks on. Ramo Salerno (right) allowing us to celebrate our heritage. PAGE 8 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

Dr. Maria Luisa Lapresa, Italian Consul; Sandra Tornberg, IACS President; State Representative Anthony Forlini

Sandra Tornberg, IACS President & Enzo Paglia, FADM President

Music by Bella Musica

IN LOVING MEMORY Pearl Marie Ventimiglia, 87 Proud grandma of 9 and 1 took place on Saturday at www.bcfh.com years old, passed away on great grandchild. Dear sister St. Ronald Catholic Church, Pearl and Pat were mem- September 21, 2016. She of Frances Taormina and the 17701 15 Mile Road, Clin- bers of the Italian American was the beloved wife of the late Nick Billardello. ton Twp. (Btwn: Garfield & Cultural Society for over 30 late Patrick “Pat”. They had Visitation was at the Sterling Groesbeck). In State 9:30 am years and involved in many shared almost 65 years of Heights Chapel of Bagnasco until time of Mass 10:00 am. fundraising events; i.e., Vegas marriage together. Pearl & Calcaterra Funeral Home Cadillac Memorial Gardens Nights at the old Center in was the loving mother of 13650 E. Fifteen Mile Rd., East. Donation to Beaumont Warren working alongside Sam (Donna), Paul (Linda) (at Schoenherr) Friday 2:00 Hospice would be appreci- their friend John Floreno. & Angela (Rick) Allor. pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral ated. Memories shared at NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 9

ADVANTAGES TO BEING AN IACS MEMBER: IACS Membership - Levels and Benefits • Monthly home delivery of the Italian Membership in November - Membership begins November 2016 American Cultural Society newspaper; And expires December 2017 • Free dinner for children under 5 during Every member strengthens the Italian American Cultural Society to better educate and preserve our Nonna Nite with Family, Family & Friends, traditional Italian culture. Your membership helps to make the !ACS more responsive to the Italian Patron, Benefactor, or Lifetime member- Every member strengthens theAmerican Italian American community Culturalit serves. Society to better educate and ship levels; preserve our traditional ItalianYour culture. membership Your membership pays for itself. helps to make the IACS more • Special 10% discount Italian language responsive•One-year to subscription the Italian to American the Italian Americancommunity newspaper; it serves. classes; • Discounted Italian language classes; • Discounted IACS special events over $25; • Discounted IACS special events over $25. • Special discount off published Menu Pric- PLEASE CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP LEVEL: es given to IACS Members for any event over $500 booked at IACS Banquet & Con- Senior - $49 Senior Couples - $98 - Gioventu' Couple - $98 - Individual (Under age 60) - $67 ference Center (Maximum $1,000). For Family - $124 -Two adult members and children in same household. Gioventu' Family - $124 eligibility, minimum 60-day membership Family & Friends - $186 - Two adult members; all children or grandchildren 18 years and in order to receive special benefit; younger, and includes two (2) adult guests of the member at an !ACS event at member's price. • Special discount for IACS members on Patron - $375 -Two adult members in same household and all children or grandchildren 18 advertising in the IACS newspaper; years and younger; Includes four guests at member's prices. • Special 20% discount on all baked goods Benefactor - $623 - Two adult members in same household and all children or grandchildren including wedding cakes at Il Fornaio 18 years and younger; Includes six guests at member's price; $100 IACS gift certificate-good Bakery, 13689 23 Mile Road in Shelby towards all !ACS special events. Township; Lifetime - $5,000 - Two adult members in same household and all children or grandchildren • Giuseppe’s International Oil & Vinegars - 18 years and younger; Includes 10 guests at member's price; a $100 !ACS gift certificate - good $1.00 off each bottle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Aged Balsamic Vinegar (200ml towards all IACS special events. size & up); The Mall at Partridge Creek – Upon receipt of payment, you may start enjoying the benefits of membership. November 586/263-4200; www.giuseppesoils.com; 2016 Membership is prorated and good through December 2017. Make checks payable to • Dr. David Guzzardo – Chiropractor – IACS. New Patients – A free consultation, free exam, and half off on x-rays – 39725 Gar- field, Clinton Twp., 586/286-6616; www. guzzardochiropractic.com; • St. Clair Eye, Charles G. Shermetaro, O.D. – 15% discount on lenses, frames, and non-prescription sunglasses. Not to be used with insurances, other discounts, or on contact lenses. 48873 Hayes Rd. @ 22 Mile – (586) 247-2121; • SC Lawnscape LLC – FREE first lawn cutting with signed year contract. 10% SAVINGS on any landscape purchase of $2,500 or above. REFERRAL PROGRAM, our current, past, or new customers receive discounts or local gift cards with every signed referral. 586/263-0641 – www. sclawnscape.com; • Attorney Armand Velardo – Free consul- tation and 10% discount on legal services. (Acquisitions; Civil and Commercial Litigation; Corporate Planning; Estate Planning; Family Law; Mergers; Personal Injury; Probate; Real Estate Transactions; Shareholder Disputes; Tax Issues; Arbitra- tor; Facilitator; and Mediator.) PAGE 10 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016 PLEASE SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT THE IACS ATTORNEYS 586-566-8700 - J.B.Bieske and Jenifer Alfonsi 13441 13 Mile Rd 19991 Hall Road Warren, MI 48088 Macomb Twp., MI 48044 586-979-1010 800-331-3530 FUNERAL HOMES fax 586-977-8444 Bagnasco & Calcaterra www.ssdfighter.com Funeral Homes Aiello, Mark Anthony St. Clair Shores 535 Griswold St #1650 & Sterling Heights Detroit, MI 48226 586-777-0557 or 586-977-7300 313-964-4900 Lee Ellena Funeral Home, Inc. Lucido & Manzella, PC 46530 Romeo Plank Road Attorneys & Counselors at Macomb Twp., MI 48044 Law 586-412-8999 39999 Garfield Road Resurrection Funeral Home Clinton Twp., MI 48038 40800 Hayes Road 586-228-3900 Clinton Twp., MI 48038 Marchese, Giorgio 586-412-3000 43455 Schoenherr Rd Ste.7 Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Sterling Heights, MI 48313 54880 Van Dyke Ave 586-323-2300 Shelby Twp., MI 48316 BAKERIES 586-677-4000 Bommarito Bakery HOME MAINTENENCE Michigan Italian Bakery, Inc C & M Painting 21830 Greater Mack Ave Free Estimates St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 Senior Discount 586-772-6731 Interior/Exterior fax 772-6556 Call or Text Mario Evola Il Fornaio Bakery 586-744-5989 13689 23 Mile Road INSURANCE AGENCIES Shelby Twp., MI 48315 Lucido Insurance Agency 586-566-5280 39999 Garfield BANQUET HALLS Clinton Twp., MI 48038 IACS Banquet Center 586-286-8200 43843 Romeo Plank Rd Auto • Home • Business • Life Clinton Twp., MI 48038 • Health • Financial Planning 586-421-5155 LANDSCAPING Luxury travel to Italy. CustomITALY designed itineraries for the educated tourist www.iacsonline.com SC Lawnscape, LLC CEMETERIES Macomb Twp., MI looking to experience Italy in a truly distinctive and authentic manner. Resurrection Cemetery 586-263-0641 Luxury properties, private guides, private drivers, 18201 Clinton River Road PHYSICIANS Clinton Twp., MI Skardarasy, MD Charles villa and exclusive properties. 586-286-9020 Si’ Parla Italiano www.mtelliott.com 33464 Schoenherr Ste 160 Sterling Heights, MI 48312 Volare Travel Inc. DENTIST 586-258-3775 42500 Hayes, Clinton Twp., MI 48038 John A. Dobry, DDS 15870 19 Mile Rd Ste 160 RETIREMENT LIVING (586) 263-4500 Clinton Twp, MI 48038 Villa Bella of Clinton www.volaretravel.com 586-286-0790 Township www.dobrydental.com 15894 19 Mile Road Clinton Township, MI 48038 FRUIT MARKET 586-412-8190 Randazzos Fresh Markets www.Villa-Bella.net www.randazzofreshmarket.com TRAVEL AGENCIES 36800 Garfield Volare Travel Inc. Clinton Township MI 48035 42500 Hayes, Ste 400 586-293-3500 Clinton Twp., MI 48038 49800 Hayes Rd 586-263-4500 Macomb, MI 48044 www.volaretravel.com NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 11

IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY known for her kindness, 13650 E. 15 Mile December 12, 1929 - October 8, 2016 compassion, and generosity. Road in Sterling Lillian Anna Zuccaro She unconditionally loved Heights, Michi- her family and friends and gan. The funeral Zuccaro, her husband of selflessly gave to those in Mass was Tues- sixty-four years, along with need. She was a devout day, October 11; their four sons and daugh- Catholic who lived her life instate at 9:30 am ters-in-law: Alan (Anna as a shining example of the until 10:00 am Elena), Dino, Rick (Joanne), follower of Christ. Lillian Mass at St. Thec- and Mark (Cathy), four also enjoyed good food, la Church, 20762 nieces and nephews and world travel, Hollywood South Nunneley fourteen grandchildren. glamour and listening to Road, Clin- She was preceded in death Frank Sinatra. She will be ton Township, by her parents Antonio and deeply missed and fondly Michigan. In lieu Dirce Daniele, and her sister remembered. of flowers, please Lillian Anna Zuccaro Norma Chadwick. make donations peacefully passed on the Visitation was held on to St. Jude Chil- evening of October 8, 2016, Lillian was a skilled cook Monday, October 10 from dren’s Research while in the care of hospice and an integral part of the 2:00-9:00 pm with evening Hospital. and surrounded by family. family banquets and cater- prayers at Bagnasco & Lillian is survived by Albert ing business. She was best Calcaterra Funeral Home, PAGE 12 Italian American Cultural Society OCTOBER 2016

CLUB PACENTRO of DETROIT ANNUAL BOCCE TOURNAMENT & PIG ROAST

Featuring - Indoor Bocce Courts & Smoke Free Facility

DATE: Sunday, November 13th, 2016

TIME: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Must be present by 12:00pm to play)

DINNER: 2:00 pm (Family Style)

PLACE: Caboto Club of Windsor 2175 Parent Avenue (@ Tecumseh Road), Windsor, Ontario (519) 252-8383

**Don’t forget that your Government ID (Passport/EDL) is REQUIRED for the Border ***Ladies, homemade cookies or treats to share will be most appreciated

PRICE: ON or BEFORE November 5th $55.00 U.S.

AFTER November 5th $60.00 U.S.

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS CONTACT:

Chris Pelino (586) 286-3882 Steve Lucci (586) 263-0091 Dan DeMartinis (248) 650-0508

Make Checks Payable in US Funds to ‘Club Pacentro of Detroit’

Mail-In to Chris Pelino, 19805 Westchester, Clinton Twp., MI 48038

NOTE: ADMISSION TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE HALL ENTRY & THE DINNER TICKET STUB WILL BE COLLECTED PRIOR TO SERVING. (Tickets for mail-in reservations will be held at the front door.)

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Saturday, December 17, 2016 Group Health Insurance Seating for Breakfast begins at 9:30am Christmas Carols Sung by the Children of IACS Italian Education begins at 11:00am is CHANGING Pancake Fun Station - French Toast Variety of Cereals - Breakfast Pastries F luffy Scrambled Eggs - Ham & Sausage Businesses of all sizes are: Home Style Potatoes White & Chocolate Milk Orange Juice - Coffee - Moving to Sponsored by Tea IL Fornaio Bakery Prepaid Reservations Required - 586.228.3030 - Space is limited! Adults & Children 11 years or older $13/Members - $15/Non-Members Children 3 - 10 years old $8 • Children 2 & under are FREE! PRIVATE EXCHANGES Call, Email or Fax for a 15 Minute Personal Discussion TIMPA INSURANCE 39378 Aynesley, Clinton Township, MI 48038 James G. Timpa, LUTCF Authorized Independent Agent 586.421.5155 | [email protected] 43843 Romeo Plank Rd. | Clinton Twp., MI 48038 (586) 904-7142 or Fax (586) 286-7005 [email protected] PAGE 14 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

FINDING YOUR ROOTS, ITALIAN STYLE 11 By Karen Mack Community Marketing Coordinator

Last month we talked them as much informa- Curia Vescovile about how to research tion as you can. Diocese di Lanciano or obtain information in Good hunting! Via Finamore 66034 Lanciano (CH) Italy from the churches. You know how to do it Abruzzo Curia Vescovile but where do you go? Curia Vescovile Diocese di L’Aquila Here are the addresses of Diocese di Piazza Duomo 33 the Diocese Seats. They Corso Liberta 114 67100 L’A quila, Italy 67051 Avezzano (AQ) Italy Curia Vescovile are listed in alphabetical Curia Vescovile Diocese di order according to prov- Diocese di Chieti Piazza D Spirito 5 idences. You will contact Piazza Volignoni 4 63100 Pescara, Italy them for information. 66100 Chieti, Italy Please remember to give cont. on page 18 NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 15

FADM CELEBRATES SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS AND THE TREASURES OF ANCIENT ABRUZZO Michigan College of Engi- hand to thank the mem- is a very important com- neering where he carries a bership and tell them how ponent of the FADM, and 3.4 average in Mechanical valuable the experience the members are proud of Engineering. He has been was for them. the achievements of the on the Dean’s Academic students they have spon- Honor List and has won The scholarship program sored. numerous awards in engi- neering competitions. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout, which is achieved by only 5% of Boy Scouts. At U of M, he is also on the board of the Italian FADM Treasurer Tonino Corsetti, Sandra Tornberg, Enzo Paglia Club Italianissmo and tutors students of Italian. The Federazione Abru- impoverished families, Christopher will graduate zzese del Michigan held and Aquinas Dance for in May 2018. His par- its Festa Abruzzese on Youth with Autism among ents are Bob and Kathy October 16; which event, many others. She carries a Chiaravalli. Bob’s par- the membership is in- 3.6 average and is work- ents came from Gagliano FADM Coro Elio Ripari, David DiCicco, Tonino Corsetti, Carlo troduced to the students ing toward a Bachelor of Aterno(AQ) and DiVirgilio, Anna Grillo, Gina Serraiocco. Roberto Chcchelli, Enzo who have been awarded Science degree in Nursing (AQ). Bob is the president Paglia, being directed by Maria Cicchini scholarships. Display in May 2019. Annie-Ma- of the Gagliano Aterno boards featured photos rie was unable to attend Club. and information about the dinner because of a Abruzzo’s most famous previous commitment but Earlier in the year five outdoor ruins, including she sent a gracious letter students were awarded Alba Fucens. Abruzzo’s thanking the members for scholarships to participate ancient outdoor treasures their support. Her parents in the Wayne in Abruzzo are not as well known as are Michael and Cather- program this summer. those found in Rome, Sici- ine Calvano- Goddard. They were Christopher ly, and other locations, but Catherine’s family is from Chiaravalli, Suzanne Mc- are equally interesting and (AQ). Clellan, Ali Safa, Audrey important. Rizzo, and Laken Guza. In Christopher Chiaravalli addition to Christopher, Christopher Chiaravalli attends the University of Ali and Laken were on and Annie-Marie God- dard were each awarded a $1000 college scholarship for 2016. Annie-Ma- rie is a sophomore at Aquinas College, where she was selected to be a student ambassador. As student ambassador, she will represent the college at public functions and Available Fridays in 2016! school events until her graduation. Her volunteer activities include Aquinas Alternative Spring Break L to R FADM President Enzo Paglia, Dr. Vittorio Palladino from in Kentucky, building Italian Consulate, Christopher Chiaravalli, FADM Scholarship Wedding and Shower Combination Specials homes for economically Chairperson Sandra Tornberg. PAGE 16 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF NOMINATIONS TO THE IACS BOARD OF DIRECTORS PLEASE TAKE NO- TICE that the ITALIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL SOCIETY is accepting nominations to the Board of Directors of the Cultur- al Society. Seven (7) such Directors shall be elected at the Annual Meeting of the Society to be conducted on Sunday, January 22, 2017. The By-Laws of the Society provide for the election of seven (7) Directors. These Directors are elected by the general membership to serve a term of three (3) years. A Nomination Petition is listed below and is also available at the office of the Society at 43843 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Twp., Michigan, between 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Mon- day through Friday. All completed Petitions must be received no later than Friday, December 2, 2016. Any Nomination Petition arriving later will not be accepted. Nominating Petitions will be judged as being received as of the postmark on the envelope in which they are mailed or according to the date placed upon them by our staff, if hand-delivered. Please note that each Nomination Petition must contain the endorsement of four (4) other members of the Society, who are members in good standing of the Society, at the time Committee, which shall may accept nomination by Committee will be avail- 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., they endorse a Petition. occur on Friday, December signing the Nominating able to you by phone or in Monday through Friday. Note also that all candidates 2, 2016. Petition itself or by separate person on various dates and NOMINATING being nominated must have A candidate must be a letter. times to answer any ques- COMMITTEE accepted the nomination member of the Society at Should you have any tions you may have. Please call (586) 228-3030 during Italian American Cultural in writing prior to the final least ninety (90) days prior questions concerning this Society meeting of the Nominating to nomination. A candidate Notice, the Nominating normal business hours, NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 17

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FINDING YOUR ROOTS Diocese di Avellino cont. from page 14 Via Nappi 11 FEDERAZIONE SICILIANA DEL MICHIGAN 83100 Avellino. Italy 46080 Snowbird – Macomb, MI 48044 Curia Vescovile

T: (586) 243-0170 Diocese di Curia Vescovile “Uniting All Sicilian Organizations Under One Umbrella” Viale Roosevelt 7 Diocese di Battipaglia Visit us on-line at: www.FederazioneSiciliana.webs.com 67039 Sulmona (AQ) Italy Founded in 1985 Via gen. Gonzaga 94

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President Curia Vescovile Curia Vescovile ALFONSO CHIRCO Diocese di Lagonegro Diocese di Benevento Vice President SAM GENOVESE Piazza Trieste e Trento Piazza Orisini

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Recording Secretary ANNA GRILLO Curia Vescovile Curia Vescovile Treasurer The Federazione Siciliana del Michigan and its affiliated Associations Diocese di Caserta ANTONINO CAVATAIO Diocese diMatera (Alcamo Famiglie, Balastrate Famiglie, Conca D’Oro Club, Downriver Sicilia Piazza Vescovado Consigliere Club, Grammichele Club, Lodge Figli Della Sicilia, Madonna del Ponte, Madonna Via Riscotto 11 SALVATORE PREVITI 8110 Caserta, Italy VITO GIAMBANCO di Custonaci, Marsala Club, Mazzara del Vallo Club, Societa’ SS. Crocifisso 75100 Matera, Italy FILIPPO CUSUMANO Club Montelepre, San Giuseppe di Cinisi, Santa Fara di Cinisi, San Vito Lo VINCENT PICCICHE Curia Vescovile Capo, Terrasini Club, & Trappeto Club) are collaborating with the Pilgrims of Curia Vescovile Trustee Southeastern Michigan from the Shrine of the Sorrowful Mother in Diocese di Melfi GIOVANNI LoIACONO Diocese di Castellammare DOMENICO BONNI Bellevue Ohio along with the Calabria Club & Federazione Abruzzese to Piazza Vescovile GIOSUE TOCCO di Stabia present a: Coordinator - Italy 85025 Melfi (PZ) Italy Vicolo S Anna 2/3 ROSALINO LoDUCA “CHRISTMAS SPIRIT PARTY” 80053 Castellammare di Coordinator - USA JOSEPH TOIA For the Residents at the Curia Vescovile Stabia (NA) Italy

Past President “ST. LOUIS CENTER” Diocese di Muro Lucano Curia Vescovile FILIPPO CUSUMANO 16195 Old U.S. 12 in Chelsea, Michigan 48118 STEFANO DELIA Piazza Minzoni Diocese di Napoli SAM GENOVESE (734) 475-8430

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Saturday, December 3, 2016 80100 Napoli, Italy 11 a.m. Mass by Father Enzo Addari & Padre Pino Licciardi Italy & Lunch will be served at Noon Curia Vescovile Emilla-Romagna Please join us in serving lunch for the residents at the Saint Louis Center Curia Vescovile in Chelsea, Michigan. We need Volunteers to help serve food, but also Diocese di Potenza

need donations of food, toys, new and gently used clothing, electronics, Diocese di Bologna Affiliated Associations Via Pretoria 41 and of course any monetary gift would be greatly appreciated. Via Altobella 6 ALCAMO FAMIGLIE BALESTRATE FAMIGLIE 85100 Potenza, Italy 40100 Bologna, Italy CONCA D’ORO CLUB SECRET SANTA: We would also like to help “Santa” bring gifts to the 52 DOWNRIVER SICILIA CLUB residents there, please contact Andrea Pizzo (586) 843-3319 for their GRAMMICHELE CLUB Calabria LODGE FIGLI DELLA SICILIA name(s) and sizes for their wish list items! Curia Vescovile MADONNA DEL PONTE Curia Vescovile MADONNA DI CUSTONACI Help us celebrate the Christmas Spirit with the residents of St Louis Diocese di Capri MARSALA CLUB Center, let’s do this together! Please spread the word and let us know Diocese di Catanzaro Via Don Loschi2 MAZZARA DEL VALLO CLUB SOCIETA’ SS CROCIFISSO how you will be helping. Via Borrelli 41012 Capri (MO) Italy CLUB MONTELEPRE SAN GIUSEPPE DI CINISI Please call for more information, or to contribute in any way: 88100 Catanzaro, Italy Curia Vescovile SAN VITO LO CAPO SANTA FARA DI CINISI Alfonso Chirco Sebastiano Previti Diocese di Cesena TERRASINI CLUB Via Giovanni XXIII 13 TRAPPETO CLUB (586) 243-0170 (586) 206-5185 Curia Vescovile

47023 Cesena, Italy Alfonso Chirco Sebastiano Previti Diocese di Cosenza 46080 Snowbird 8903 Inverness Drive Piazza Arcivescovado 16 Macomb, MI 48044 Washington, MI 48095 Curia Vescovile (586) 243-0170 (586) 206-5185 87100 Cosenza, Italy Diocese di Faernza Piazza XI Febbraio 3 Curia Vescovile 48018 Faenza, Italy FINDING YOUR ROOTS Diocese di Ravenna Curia Vescovile Diocese di Locri cont. from page 14 Via Canneti 3 Diocese di Gorizia Corso Garibaldi 104 Curia Vescovile 48100 Ravenna, Italy Via Vescovado 2 89044 Locri (RC) Italy Diocese di Ferrara Curia Vescovile 34170 Gorizia, Italy Corso Martini Liberata 77 Diocese di Modena Curia Vescovile Curia Vescovile 44100 Ferrara, Italy Piazza Duomo 34 Diocese di Reggio Emilia Curia Vescovile Diocese di Reggio Calabria 41100 Modena, Italy Via Vittorio Veneto6 Diocese di Pordenone Curia Vescovile 42100 Reggio Emilia, Italy Via Reverdole 1 Via Cimino 24 89100 Reggio Calabria, Italy Diocese di Fidenza Curia Vescovile 33170 Pordenone, Italy Piazza A Grandi 15 Diocese di Piacenza Curia Vescovile 43046 Fidenza (PR), Italy Piazza Duomo 33 Diocese di Rimii Curia Vescovile Campania 29100 Piacenza, Italy Corso IV Novembre 35 Diocese di Trieste Curia Vescovile 47037 Rimnini, Italy Via Cavana 16 Curia Vescovile 34100Trieste, Italy FINDING YOUR ROOTS ADDRESSES OF THE DIOCESE SEATS Fruili-Venezia Giulia Curia Vescovile WILL CONTINUE IN THE DECEMBER ISSUE. NOVEMBER 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGE 19

September 20, 2016 September 24, 2016 October 3, 2016 October 7, 2016 October 12, 2016 Geno Morosi Carol Marie Callahan Theresa Marie Lazzeri Maria Domenica Polsinelli Helen Diamond September 21, 2016 Rev. Blaine Farley Slave Nikolovski Jeramie Jay Rouland Shirley Cecilia Donovan Halina Janina Kosciuch Marilyn Joan Guernsey October 4, 2016 Irene B. Sagert Margaret Eleanor Malinowski Kay Ann Lord September 25, 2016 Kathleen Marie Abraham Dennis Stanley Siekierski Benedetto Orlando Gunther Karlheinz Pautz Dario D'Angelo Francesco Ferrera October 8, 2016 Rita Ann Pienta September 22, 2016 Carlo Licata Dennis Wayne Kotwicki Melanie Louise Gramzow Jeannette Bernice Subjeck Georgann Cason September 26, 2016 Simone Anthony Randazzo Sandra Lee Kochevar October 13, 2016 Gloria Mary Fantauzzo Charles Francis DeYonker Michelle Marie Schrader Joseph John Quinci Frida Luise Bader Theodore Michael Waligora Oskar Pscheidl Robert Payette Trudeau October 9, 2016 Arline Susan Mancini September 23, 2016 September 28, 2016 October 5, 2016 Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Bernadic October 14, 2016 William Leroy Edwards Virginia Helen Krasiecko Richard Leon Kinderman Mircea Bojin Jean Evelyn Hook Gerald Robert Hand Richard Thomas Schutt Brian Francis Oliver Richard Michael Typinski Krstana Jovanovski Barbara Jane Piercy September 30, 2016 MaryAnn Paris Alice Mary Weiman Thomas Walter Kokowicz Stojce Djoce Serafimovski Raymond John Konen Maria Randazzo October 10, 2016 Immacolata Concetta Rosu Frances Louise Ruhig Paul Richard Wolfcale Louise Burgess October 15, 2016 October 1, 2016 October 6, 2016 October 11, 2016 Richard Joseph Sponkowski Louise C. Alsterberg Louis L. Logsdon Thomas William Bullaro October 16, 2016 Yvette Beverly Domanski Gloria Ann Richert Rosalia Midulla Richard Joseph Eovaldi October 2, 2016 Raymond Robert Schuholz Eleanore Pauline Wrona Donce Zivko Dimovski Ann Mary Nuttle PAGE 20 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBER 2016

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586.412.8910 www.Villa-Bella.Net Clinton Township, Michigan Tours available 7 days a week Sat & Sun by appointment only NOVEMBRE 2016 PUBLISHED BY THE ITALIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL SOCIETY VOLUME, XXXVI No. 11 43843 Romeo Plank Road - Clinton Township, MI 48038 - Phone (586) 228-3030 ext 15 - FAX (586) 228-1678 - Email [email protected] FELICE GIORNO DEL RINGRAZIAMENTO

LA STORIA DEL RINGRAZIAMENTO Nel 1621 i coloni della stenti. I coloni non erano di appartenenti al nucleo questo specifico raccolto insediarsi nel Nord Amer- Plymouth e gli indiani degli esperti agricoltori e familiare, le cose migliora- del 1621 essere la prima ica. La tradizione di ques- della tribù dei Wampanoag furono fortunati ad avere no notevolmente. Così per festa del Ringraziamento, in to “Thanksgiving” è così celebrarono insieme la festa l’aiuto delle tribù indiane festeggiare la risoluzione dei realtà feste del genere, che arrivata fino ad oggi, e si del raccolto d’autunno, nel locali. Inoltre i coloni erano loro problemi i coloni fecero seguivano la tradizione della festeggia il quarto giovedì di giorno che oggi viene rico- organizzati in “comuni”, una festa di tre giorni, a cui celebrazione del raccolto novembre, come proclam- nosciuto come il primo Rin- che raccoglievano prodotti invitarono i loro benefattori e del ringraziamento per ato dal Presidente Lincoln graziamento celebrato nelle alimentari e li consegnava- indiani. Questi portarono l’abbondanza del raccolto nel 1864. colonie americane. Questo no ad un unico negozio che cervo, tacchino ed altre stesso, erano già in pratica http://www.viagginewyork.it/feste-a-new- pasto, fatto in occasione li ridistribuiva a seconda del pietanze. da molto tempo. york/festa-del-ringraziamento-a-new-york/ del raccolto, divenne così il bisogno. simbolo della cooperazione Ovviamente il Ringrazia- I nativi ameri- e dell’interazione tra i coloni Questo problema, legato a mento in sé era soprattutto cani erano infatti inglesi e le tribù dei nativi quello delle scarse capac- legato alla religione e al rin- abituati all’or- d’America. ità agricole, portò i coloni graziare Dio per le pietanze ganizzazione di vicini alla decimazione. ricavate dai raccolti. Questa festival, di balli Durante i precedenti inverni Quando nel 1620 la propri- festa non era destinata ad e di cerimonie molti dei coloni soffrirono età privata fu ripristinata essere ripetuta ogni anno, in occasione dei la mancanza di cibo, la du- e ad ogni famiglia venne ma così fu in molte colo- raccolti, già prima rezza del clima e quasi metà concesso un lembo di terra nie del New England. Ed che arrivassero della popolazione morì di proporzionato al numero anche se in molti ritengono gli europei ad PAGINA 2 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBRE 2016

Tutti pazzi per l’italiano, è quarta considerato, ha offerto borse stanno alimentando l’ap- all’Italia anche le eccellenze di studio solo s 571 cittadini peal della lingua italiana dal Made in Italy, come la lingua più studiata stranieri, pari a complessive nel mondo da parte degli moda, il cibo e il design. Si 3.836 mensilita’. stranieri. Il nostro patrimo- tratta, secondo gli esperti, nio artistico, architettonico, di uno dei principali veicoli musicale e letterario resta attraverso cui attrarre le NON SOLO ARTE, L’AP- la prima ragione per cui gli nuove generazioni verso lo PEAL DEL MADE IN stranieri si avvicinano alla studio dell’italiano, anche ITALY lingua italiana, ma ultima- con prospettive di lavoro e Arte, cultura, letteratura, mente, rileva il documento di business. storia. Ma anche moda e degli Stati generali della design. Cambiano i fattori lingua, nell’immaginario TUTTI che secondo il rapporto collettivo vengono associati continua alla pagina 3

di Massimo Maugeri mondo, nell’anno scolastico 2014/2015 sono stati 2 mili- Firenze - Quarta lingua più oni 233 mila 373 gli studenti studiata nel mondo dopo stranieri di lingua italiana l’inglese, lo spagnolo e il ci- nel mondo. Un numero nese. E in crescita esponen- che gli esperti considerano ziale. L’italiano è sempre più “estremamente imponente” amato e diffuso, e i numeri e che segna “un incremento lo dimostrano: nel biennio notevole” rispetto al mil- 2015/16, oltre 400 mila ione e 700 mila studenti studenti in più rispetto al del 2013/14 e al milione biennio precedente, hanno 522 mila dell’anno scolas- iniziato a studiare la nostra tico 2012/13. Secondo le lingua il cui appeal continua statistiche, la maggioranza a essere legato alla passione assoluta degli studenti di per l’arte e la cultura. Negli italiano nel mondo (il 55%) ultimi anni tuttavia, una studia la nostra lingua a forte attrazione è esercitata scuola, mentre 324.386 anche dal Made in Italy persone lo fanno contesti in tutte le sue forme, dalla diversi da quelli scolastici. moda al design, fino al cibo Circa 42 mila studenti stra- e al vino. E lo studio della nieri hanno seguito corsi di lingua di Dante è consider- italiano presso enti come la ata da molti giovani stra- società Dante Alighieri o nieri anche un modo per altre associazioni culturali. trovare lavoro nei settori in In crescita anche l’albo degli cui l’Italia e’ ai primi posti, italofoni, il registro di tutti dal lusso all’enogastrono- coloro che parlano la lingua mia. Un impulso “decisivo” italiana e si sono distinti in alla diffusione della lingua vari ambiti professionali, sara’ dato in futuro dai che ha registrato un incre- nuovi media. mento del 70% nell’ultimo biennio, raggiungendo quo- I NUMERI, AUMENTA- ta 1.100 nominativi. Resta NO GLI STUDENTI ferma invece la voce borse In base ai dati diffusi di studio: la direzione gen- durante gli Stati generali erale per la promozione del della lingua italiana nel sistema Paese, nel biennio NOVEMBRE 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGINA 3

Continua da pagina 2 - assoluto di studenti della costante, nell’anno 2014/15 tare la tessera militare. TUTTI nostra lingua. La maggior sono stati oltre 270 mila. parte dei corsi di italiano in Germania si tiene soprattut- Il 13 novembre è la data EUROPA: FRANCIA E to nelle Università popolari USA E AUSTRALIA della nostra sesta mostra GERMANIA AL TOP in cui si concentra l’88% Stati Uniti e Australia sono artigianale. Più di sessanta In ambito europeo i Paesi degli studenti, grazie a tasse i paesi anglofoni con il produttori presenteranno che registrano una maggio- di iscrizione piu’ basse e of- maggior numero di studenti una vasta gamma di arti- re presenza di studenti di ferta di corsi e materiale in gianato e prodotti. Questa italiano sono la Francia e settori molto diversi. Anche è una grande opportunità la Germania. Quest’ultima, in Francia il numero di stu- TUTTI per iniziare (o finire!) il in particolare, è il primo denti di italiano è in crescita continua alla pagina 4 vostro shopping natalizio. Paese al mondo per numero Si prega di venire e soste- nere i nostri fornitori e la nostra società. SANDRA TORNBERG L’IACS è orgogliosa di col- Messaggio del Presidente laborare con il Consolato per novembre d’Italia a Detroit, l’Istituto di Cultura di Chicago, e la Novembre sarà un mese Società Dante Alighieri del ricco di eventi presso Michigan per presentare l’IACS, nella nostra comu- la prima Settimana della nità, e nella nostra nazi- Cucina Italiana nel Mondo. one. Per iniziare, l’IACS Lunedì 14 novembre alle Gioventù sta organizzando 18:00 Chef Mario Rizzotti un’altra serata di cena e in- presenterà una dimostra- trattenimento il 4 novem- zione di cucina dal vivo bre. Siamo orgogliosi di al Trevarrow Culinary dare il benvenuto all’ attore Auditorium di Auburn e comico italiano Sasà Sal- Hills. Alle 18:30 mercoledì vaggio al nostro centro. 16 novembre, la Dott.ssa. Laura Motta presenterà una conferenza dal titolo L’8 novembre 2016, ogni “Le radici del gusto ital- cittadino americano ha il iano: Rivisitare settemila privilegio di andare alle anni di tradizioni culina- urne a votare per un nuovo rie.” Questa sarà seguita da presidente che guiderà il una proiezione del film La nostro paese per i prossimi Cena di Ettore Scola alle quattro anni. Indipenden- 19:15 pm. Il menu e detta- temente dal tipo di appart- gli possono essere trovati enenza politica, si prega di all’interno del giornale. non sprecare quest’oppor- tunità, garantita a noi attra- verso i sacrifici di tanti. Infine, il 24 novembre si celebra la Festa del Rin- graziamento, quando noi Celebrando il Giorno del tutti riflettiamo sulle cose Veterano l’11 novembre di cui siamo grati. Sono onoriamo coloro che han- grata per la mia famiglia e no servito il nostro paese. gli amici, la mia salute, la Quest’anno l’IACS offrirà mia italianità, e il privilegio ancora una cena gratuita di essere il presidente di per veterani il giovedì, 10 questa meravigliosa orga- novembre dalle ore 17:00 nizzazione. Buona Festa del alle 20:00. Bisogna presen- Ringraziamento a tutti! PAGINA 4 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBRE 2016

di italiano. In Australia, in quello universitario e’ molto particolare, dove l’italiano limitata: si registrano infatti è parte del patrimonio cul- solo 2.900 studenti circa, turale ereditato dalla forte distribuiti nei 30 atenei immigrazione di nostri con- cinesi che offrono corsi di nazionali, sono stati conclu- italiano. si una serie di accordi per l’inserimento sistematico di SEMPRE MENO GLI corsi di italiano nei sistemi ‘ITALIANI D’ARGENTINA’ scolastici locali. L’italiano Malgrado il forte legame resta la seconda lingua piu’ culturale e l’ immenso flusso studiata e resiste all’’as- migratorio che nel secolo salto’ delle lingue asiatiche, scorso hanno caratterizzato soprattutto il cinese, che si il rapporto tra i due paesi, sta espandendo in maniera l’Argentina e’ solo il sesto molto forte. paese al mondo per numero Negli Usa, l’italiano è la assoluto di studenti d’ital- quarta lingua straniera piu’ iano, che rimane la terza studiata, e gli Stati Uniti lingua piu’ studiata dopo in- hanno il primato del Paese glese e francese. L’Argentina che ha il più alto numero resta il paese in cui si regis- di cattedre e di italiano e tra la piu’ significativa inci- dipartimenti di italianistica denza demografica e sociale nel mondo. Ad oggi negli di italiani, con oltre 900 Usa ci sono circa 50 diparti- mila italiani residenti, ma menti di italianistica e circa la popolazione più giovane, 400 corsi di italiano a livello secondo il rapporto, sta universitario. Crescono in- perdendo interesse per la oltre gli studenti americani lingua degli avi emigrati e che sono venuti a studiare rinuncia a studiare l’italiano in Italia: nell’ultimo biennio per la mancanza di even- sono au,mentati del 4,4% tuali sbocchi professionali rispetto al biennio prece- che invece sono più facilitati dente. Negli Usa, in circa dall’apprendimento di altre 800 scuole di ogni ordine e lingue. Migliora la situazi- grado, l’italiano costituisce one in Brasile invece: l’anno una parte dell’offerta curri- scorso, e’ stato concluso un colare. Il 60% di queste scu- memorandum d’intesa con ole si concentra sulla costa il ministero dell’Istruzione est, nella fascia Boston, New brasiliano per aumentare York, Philadelphia, Wash- i corsi di italiano a livello ington. universitario.

IL CASO ALBANIA, LA SFIDA CINESE L’ITALIANO E LA TV Dopo l’inglese, lo spagnolo L’Albania è oggi il Paese piu’ e il francese, l’italiano si ‘italianofono’ del mon- contende con il giapponese, do, dopo l’Italia. Grazie il coreano e il tedesco, il alla televisione. Il segnale quarto posto tra le lingue terrestre che arrivava sugli piu’ studiate in Cina. Il apparecchi dei cittadini numero degli studenti albanesi durante uno dei di italiano e’ in crescita, regimi socialisti piu’ chiusi e emerge dai numeri diffusi isolati dell’ex blocco dell’Est, dagli Stati generali, ma la presenza dell’italiano nel sistema scolastico cinese TUTTI e’ praticamente nulla e in continua alla pagina 5 NOVEMBRE 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGINA 5

Continua da pagina 4 - parte degli esperti, la nuova TUTTI sfida e’ quella di riuscire a veicolare il ‘prodotto Italia’ ha fatto sì che l’Italia si e la sua lingua attraverso trasformasse in un modello canali di comunicazione del culturale e linguistico di tutto nuovi, a cominciare riferimento per gli albanesi. dai social media. Ma per Ma paradossalmente la tec- fare questo servono due Referendum: cosa succede se vince il nologia ha bloccato questo cose: “Una strategia politica Sì o il No alla riforma costituzionale fenomeno: il passaggio al e istituzionale che promu- digitale terrestre infatti ha ova i contenuti in italiano Il 4 dicembre gli elettori sono chiamati a esprimersi per il referendum confermativo, il interrotto questo canale e la sul web” e “un piu’ pieno e cui esito determinerà l’entrata in vigore della riforma costituzionale o la sua boccia- conoscenza della lingua ital- consapevole coinvolgimento tura definitiva. Vediamo che cosa cambierà iana da parte delle giovani del sistema imprendito- generazioni di albanesi è riale”. L’invito e’ a creare molto meno diffusa che in piattaforme condivise tra le passato. L’Albania rimane imprese italiane impegnate comunque il Paese con una nei processi di internazion- maggiore presenza di stu- alizzazione e i soggetti che denti di italiano, in partico- operano per diffondere la lare nelle scuole locali. lingua e la cultura italiana nel mondo. Il futuro della MEDITERRANEO lingua italiana e dello stesso Tra i Paesi del Mediterra- sistema Paese, passa per neo, Tunisia e Egitto sono una linea rossa che unisce quelli dove l’italiano si sta economia, cultura e diffusi- diffondendo di piu’. L’Egitto one digitale. (AGI) in particolare è il Paese col più alto numero assoluto di http://www.agi.it/cul- studenti italiani e dove la tura/2016/10/18/news/ domanda di insegnamento tutti_pazzi_per_litalia- dell’italiano come secon- no_quarta_lingua_pi_ da lingua, dopo l’inglese, studiata1174983/?utm_ sta crescendo in maniera source=facebook. piu’ veloce. In Tunisia, dal com&utm_medium=Agi&utm_ 1989, la lingua italiana è campaign=AGI inserita come terza lingua opzionale, (dopo francese, considerata lingua madre, ANNUNCIO e inglese) in tutti i licei del Paese. Patronato ITAL-UIL Al Centro Culturale Italo IL FUTURO: IMPRESE, SOCIAL MEDIA E ‘MIL- Americano Continua il LENNIALS’ I giovani si avvicinano giovedì dalle ore 10:00 ai prodotti ‘lingua-cul- tura-economia-societa’ alle 12 Per maggiori italiana’, sempre di piu’ attraverso i nuovi media. informazioni, Moltissime aree del mondo un tempo non raggiunte Si prega di chiamare dall’offerta culturale italiana la signora e dal suo ‘fascino’, oggi sono invece a portata di mano. Rita Barile Dunque, secondo la gran 734-421-3460 PAGINA 6 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBRE 2016 Renzi a Washington, la cena di Stato è una festa. Scambio battute Barack-Benigni

Quattrocento ospiti per l’ultimo evento di questo genere della presidenza Obama. Brillano le first lady Michelle e Agnese dal nostro inviato GOFFREDO DE MARCHIS

WASHINGTON - Prima il la Waashington che conta: dovere poi il piacere, aveva il capo del Pentagono Ash detto in italiano Barack Carter, la consigliera per la Obama la mattina, all’inizio sicurezza nazionale Susan della visita di Stato. E infatti Rice, la presidente dell’op- nella notte, la sera per l’ora posizione democratica alla di Washington, è andata Camera dei rappresentanti in scena la State dinner in Nancy Pelosi, il vicepres- onore di Matteo Renzi e del- idente Joe Biden. In tutto la moglie Agnese Landini, 375 ospiti sistemati sotto un l’ultima cena di Stato della grande tendone. presidenza Obama. C’erano gli annunciati ospiti In primo piano Michelle e italiani, tra loro Roberto Agnese, in abito oro rosa Benigni con la moglie Versace la first lady amer- Nicoletta Braschi, Paolo icana, in argento lavorato Sorrentino, Bebe Vio, Giusi del fiorentino Scervino la Nicolini, Raffaele Cantone moglie del premier italia- e Giorgio Armani. C’era- no. “Non ti preoccupare di no anche il consigliere di come siamo vestiti, sono in- Renzi Giuliano Da Empoli, teressati solo agli abiti delle amico dello spin doctor Jim signore”, ha subito scherzato Messina, il commissario Obama salutando Renzi, in di Bagnoli Salvo Nastasi e smoking Armani, nel porti- il neocommissario per il co della Casa Bianca. digitale Diego Piacentini. Invitati da Obama erano Al tavolo principale era- presenti anche il presidente no seduti Obama, Renzi, della Fiat Chrysler Auto- mobiles John Elkann con la moglie, l’attore italo-amer- Rensi a Washington icano John Turturro e tutta continua alla pagina 7 NOVEMBRE 2016 Italian American Cultural Society PAGINA 7

Continua da pagina 6 - contemporanei di qualcu- Rensi a Washington no”. Il premio Oscar ha poi sottolineato quanto gli abbia Michelle, Agnese, Elkann fatto piacere sapere che una e il comico Jerry Seinfeld. figlia degli Obama ha visto In sottofondo musica jazz 20 volte il suo film La vita è e Dixieland, accanto a bella. E ha chiuso con una Funiculi funiculà e l’aria battuta: “Io probabilmente del Nessun Dorma. Un’at- resto qui, sto cercando una mosfera calda, illuminata cosetta nell’orto di Michelle, da candelabri di cristallo, le ho consigliato il cavolo per una festa in piena regola nero perché lei non capisce con menu a cura dello chef molto di cavolo. Siccome io Mario Batali, nel segno dei sono di origini contadine le sapori italiani: agnolotti di ho consigliato il cavolo nero patata dolce, insalata di zuc- che cresce in Toscana”. ca con il pecorino di New York, braciole con cremola- http://www.repubblica.it/ ta di rafano e friarielli, il tut- esteri/2016/10/19/news/ to innaffiato da Vermentino renzi_washington_cena_ e Sangiovese. di_stato-150084495/#gal- lery-slider=150085012 Al Obama si è concesso qualche gag nei confronti dell’ospite italia- no: “Una volta ero io quello giovane, ora è lui, stimo il AVVERTENZA AL suo ottimismo, la sua ener- PUBBLICO gia e la sua visione”, ha detto ricordando gli esordi di Renzi adolescente alla Ruota Si avverte che l’ufficio della Fortuna. E poi ha fatto del COMITES di Detroit, ridere gli ospiti assicurando situato al 48770 Van che “Benigni ha promesso Dyke Avenue - Shelby di non saltare sui tavoli”. Da Township, MI 48317- parte sua, Renzi ha scher- zato dicendo a Michelle 2571 Obama: il tuo ultimo dis- riceve il pubblico con i corso in sostegno di Hillary seguenti orari. Clinton “è migliore dei tuoi pomodori”. Lunedi e Venerdi dalle Anche alla Casa Bianca ore 13:00 PM alle ore Benigni non ha rinunciato a 16:00 PM stupire. A Barack Obama ha detto di “fermare Renzi”, a Michelle ha consigliato il ca- Per ogni informazione si volo nero per il suo orto alla prega di chiamare Teria Casa Bianca. “È stata una DeLorenzo al cosa bellissima, ci siamo 586-262-7482. parlati, abbracciati, scam- In caso di emergenza biati emozioni”, ha detto ai

giornalisti durante la cena, chiamare il Sig. sottolineando tra le sensazi- Domenico Ruggirello, oni più forti quella dell’am- Presidente del Comites, icizia e di “stare di fronte al 586-255-8228. a due persone irripetibili, straordinarie: ci si sente PAGINA 8 Italian American Cultural Society NOVEMBRE 2016

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FESTA DI TUTTI I MORTI, 2 NOVEMBRE

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