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VoL. 50 No. 11-12 NoVemBeR -d eCemBeR 2016 24th Annual Winter Charity Ball Announced gala event Set for January 27, 2017 ellmore, New York – Foundation President Carolyn Reres and the Board of Directors of the New York State Grand Lodge Foundation, Inc., Order Honoring BSons of Italy in America, are delighted to announce the upcoming “Twenty-Fourth Anniversary Winter Charity Ball.” This event will be chaired Carolyn Reres by Annette Lankewish, Past President of the Donatello Lodge No. 2559, Westbury, and Co-Chaired by Joanne Spera, State Trustee and Past President State President, grand Lodge of New York, oSIA of the Vigiano Brothers Lodge No. 3436, Port Jefferson. This gala affair will be held on Friday, January 27, 2017 at the Chateau Special Lifetime Achievement Award Briand, Carle Place, New York. The cocktail hour will begin at 7:30pm fol - lowed by dinner and dancing. The donation for our Winter Charity Ball will Victoria Schneps-Yunis be $100 per person. To commemorate this special event, a Souvenir Journal will be published. With over 250 guests expected to be in attendance, the evening promises to be a social and financial success. Special Recognition Award New York’s own State President Carolyn Reres , has graciously accepted Frank Primeggia our invitation to be one of the honorees for this evening. We are sure you will enjoy greeting President Carolyn, New York OSIA’s 32nd State President and Special Humanitarian Award an outstanding leader and true supporter of OSIA’s charitable endeavors. Carol and Rocco Berardi Our Special Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Victoria Schneps-Yunis. Mrs. Schneps is the Publisher of The Queens Courier. Her life-long quest is for sound communication with a public that oftentimes may not see both “sides of a story.” To that end, she has established herself with a wide, credible and beneficial communication effort with expanding publica - tions in the Greater New York City area. She is a noted benefactor for many charities and causes, especially for disabled children and adults. We will also have the pleasure of awarding Frank Primeggia with our Special Recognition Award. Mr. Primeggia is Managing Director of Rehabilitation Services and Facilities at Helen Keller Services for the Blind. Headquartered in Brooklyn, its mission is to help individuals of all ages and CARoLYN ReReS VICtoRIA SCHNePS -Y uNIS FRANk PRImeggIA degrees of blindness live independently within their own communities by pro - viding an array of rehabilitation services. He has proven himself as an extra - ordinary role model for all to admire. In addition, we are delighted to highlight the contributions and accomplish - ments of Carol and Rocco Berardi of Staten Island, by presenting them with our Special Humanitarian Award. This wonderful couple has worked tirelessly to raise funds for many philanthropic organizations, and we are delighted to honor them for their unselfish dedication and commitment to the Italian American community.

CARoL ANd RoCCo BeRARdI The objective of the NYSOSIA Winter Charity Ball is to help provide funds for various charitable endeavors. Support of this annual event enables the Foundation to continue its philanthropic mission in supporting charitable caus - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year es as in past years. For further information, please contact Winter Charity Ball Buon Natale e Un Felice Anno Nuovo Chairperson Annette Lankewish at the office of the New York Grand Lodge, ~ Ordine Figli d’Italia in America ~ Deadline The Golden Lion for the Official Publication Next Golden Lion Issue is of N.Y. Grand Lodge February 7, 2017 Order Sons of Italy New York State Grand Council in America All articles for publication must be typed and double spaced . Carolyn Reres ...... State President All photograph captions must be typed and all persons identified . 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parade path cheered as they spotted the region of their own ancestors. I hope you caught a glimpse of us on TV as we proudly represented OSIA. NY municipalities are holding celebra - tions for Italian heritage and culture month, and recognizing members of the Italian-American community. National 2nd Vice President Nancy DiFiore Quinn was honored by Queens Borough President Melinda Katz. As State President, I was pleased to accept honors from Thomas DiNapoli, New York State Comptroller; Edward Mangano, Nassau County Executive; Steve Bellone, Suffolk County Executive; and Frank Petrone, Town of Huntington Supervisor. At the Carolyn Reres Suffolk County event, the regional dress - es were modeled in a beautiful fashion State President show, and were the hit of the event. The At the NYC Columbus Day Parade on 5th Avenue, NY State President Carolyn Grand Lodge of New York regional costume committee was also Reres was invited on the steps of St. Patrick’s Cathedral to meet the clergy honored by County Executive Bellone. representing His Eminence Cardinal Dolan. Reres was welcomed by the Most Dear Brothers and Sisters of the New Rev. Domenick John Lagonegro, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of New I was honored and humbled to have York. He bestowed his blessings upon the OSIA family marching in the parade. York Grand Lodge: been honored as the Woman of the Year by the Italian American Labor Council at utumn in New York is definitely a its Four Freedoms Dinner at Leonard’s. wonderful time of the year. It was Amy pleasure to travel to the corners As we attempted to give back to our of New York State during fall foliage lodges and fulfill the dreams of our days, and was, once again, reminded of founder, the NY Grand Lodge the beauty of our state. The trees wore Foundation, Inc., funded several projects. their most gorgeous yellows, oranges, I am extremely grateful to them for their reds and purples as I drove from support of these programs. The Bella Binghamton, to Schenectady to White Linqua language award program is mov - Plains, flew to Rochester, drove from ing forward. The Lecturer in Residence Blauvelt to Mahopac, visited numerous program has been completed and was a hamlets on Long Island and the huge success as lodges took advantage of Boroughs. I was privileged to attend spe - this wonderful opportunity to learn about cial anniversaries celebrated by Stella various aspects of our shared heritage D’Argento #1916 – 75th; Rockland through dynamic and interesting presen - Lodge #2176 – 50th; and Giovanni tations by Salvatore Primeggia, Ph.D. Caboto Lodge #2372 – 40th. The dinner Through the talent, creativity and hard- dances sponsored by the Gabriele work of the members of OSIA, the D’Annunzio #312, Vincent Lombardi Traditional Dresses of the 20 Regions of Lodge #2270, Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Italy will be completed by the end of #2319, Captain Kathy Mazza #2163A, January. We are grateful to the Peter and On October 26, 2016, NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli (2nd from right), celebrat - and Antonio Meucci #213 were outstand - Jeri Dejana Family Foundation for its ed “40 Years of Italian Heritage and Culture in America,” by honoring prominent ing and I thank the brothers and sisters for generous donation to this particular proj - Italian American leaders in the NYC area. The ceremony was held at Pace the warm receptions extended to me. ect. After ten years of hoping, all the University in lower Manhattan. DiNapoli is shown presenting a recognition cer - The October plenary, held in Blauvelt aspects finally aligned, and the NY State tificate to honoree - NYS President Carolyn Reres (center). Also present at the at the Rockland Lodge #2176, had an Student Summit became a reality in ceremony were, from left: Mary and NYS 2nd VP Anthony Naccarato; and extensive agenda. Thanks to the profes - September. Please take a moment to read Nat/State PP Joseph Sciame. DiNapoli is a member of the Cellini Lodge #2206. sionalism of the members of the Grand about the Summit elsewhere in this publi - Council and the various committee cation. chairs, the work of the Order was accom - With all the extraordinary October plished in a timely manner and I com - events and programs, the Lion certainly mended all the presenters for their excel - lent work. Special thanks go to President roared! Greg DeCola and the lodge brothers for Chairperson Annette Lankewish, and their hospitality. her committee are working meticulously The Garibaldi Meucci Museum held a on the final preparations for the Winter superb luncheon on Staten Island. We Charity Ball. I hope you will join with were happy to welcome contingents from me on Friday, January 27, 2017 for this NJ and PA led by State President Ralph winter spectacular in support of our Capaccio of NJ and State President John Foundation. Oliano of PA. Afterwards, at a cham - As we approach this most joyous sea - pagne and cookie reception at the muse - son, my heartfelt appreciation is extended um, all eagerly searched the pathway for to all who have volunteered and worked their personalized bricks and viewed the so diligently for the good of the Order. interesting Museum artifacts. May the magic of Christmas fill your Columbus Day serves as a golden hearts with wonder. My sincerest best opportunity to celebrate our ancestors and wishes to you and your families for a the struggles they overcame to assimilate NYS President Carolyn Reres (left) attended the Garibaldi Meucci Museum Blessed Christmas and a healthy, happy Brunch on November 5, 2016. She is shown with the honorees and museum into the American way of life, while and prosperous 2017! retaining their pride in their rich heritage. officials. To the right of President Reres are honoree Cristina Fontanelli; That pride was evident as we marched in Fraternally, Museum Chair Madeline Matteucci; honoree Minister Francesco Genuardi, the annual NYC Columbus Day Parade. Italian Consul-General to NY; honoree Maria Tamburri; honorees - outgoing This year our contingent was even more Carolyn Reres commissioners: Mildred Mancusi and Colette Grillo; National 2nd VP Nancy impressive as several of our brothers and Carolyn Reres DiFiore Quinn; and Museum President Joseph Sciame. sisters wore the traditional dress of the State President regions of Italy. The crowds lining the The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 • 3 GL pg 04 Photo Gallery - Chap_Layout 1 11/23/16 12:35 PM Page 1

Down Memory Lane From Your Chaplain 2000 NYC Columbus Day Parade Dear Sisters and Brothers of the NY Grand lodge:

y mother’s father, Adolfo, came alone to this country at the age of M17 from a small town outside of Rome with the dream that life could be better in America. He was grateful for every opportunity in his new life: to be - come a serviceman, join the workforce, to marry and raise a family while tending Reverend R. Adam Forno to his enormous vegetable garden; much State and National of which he gave away. Grandpa never Chaplain, OSIA had the attitude that prevails today. in a mechanical, matter-of-fact world I imagine that you will agree with me when we can believe that God is right that we do indeed have an attitude prob - there in the middle of everything that At the 2000 NYC Annual Columbus Day Parade, the New York Grand Lodge lem in this country called ENTITLE - happens? contingent led the Sons of Italy marchers up 5th Avenue. They are shown dur - MENT. This is the cause for the lack of ing a stop in the parade on Central Park South (59th Street). From left, are: gratefulness; because we think we are Imagine how different life feels if we be - NY State Deputy Salvatore Lanzilotta, State Scholarship Committee Chair - owed something. lieve that God is showering miracles and person Michele Ment, State 2nd VP Carlo Matteucci, Barbara Carman, State gifts and blessings as a personal favor - Orator Edward Ward, Kay Ward, National Trustee Salvatore Marasa, State This problem exits because a gift is and we give back in return as a sign of Trustee Paul Oddo, National Trustee Bruce Lankewish, State Trustee Mari - something unearned as understood by our gratitude, as did my grandfather. anne Principe O’Neil, State Sellaro Award Chairperson Madeline Matteucci, my grandfather. If one feels entitled, State Principal Trustee Annette Lankewish, State Trustee Ralph Gangi, and however, then there is no call to be grate - If someone you know needs an “attitude State Trustee Joseph D’Amico. Also in the Grand Lodge Officers’ line of ful. We need not be grateful, for exam - adjustment,” begin by thanking them and march, but not in photo, were: State 1st VP Joseph DiTrapani and State Cor - ple, for a paycheck, an education, or a modeling for them an “attitude of grati - responding Secretary Valerie Gobbo. To respect a religious observance further car - because we earned them and they tude.” It is not unlike my grandfather up 5th Avenue, instead of marching to 79th St, the parade route was diverted are due us. That is an attitude of entitle - sharing the bounty of his blessings as he onto Central Park South and ending at the reviewing stand at the Columbus ment. gave away his prize produce. Monument at Columbus Circle. That is why gratitude is so difficult for Speaking of blessings, I wish to thank modern Americans. The average Amer - you for the concern and care shown me, ican see him or herself as completely au - from you members of New York OSIA, tonomous. Americans see themselves as as I faced a radical prostatectomy. I am entitled to good health, a decent job, a confident that I will receive the blessings happy family, a rich and powerful nation of fully restored health. to maintain and defend ones entitle - ments. May God bless you during these holy - days and holidays with a bounty of bless - That is why believing everything is sa - ings and a spirit of gratitude! cred, that miracles are abundant every - where, that blessings of beauty, justice, friendship and love abound is critical. Rev. R. Adam Forno , All of these things probably happen without our thinking about God or be - National OSIA Chaplain lieving in God’s providence. So why live Acting NYS OSIA Grand Lodge Chaplain

In Memoriam Nancy DiFiore Quinn, National OSIA 2nd VP and NYS Past President, was se - lected as one of this year’s Queens Italian Heritage & Culture Month honorees. The ceremony was a joint effort between the Honorable Melinda Katz, Queens District Lodge Member DOD Borough President; and the Italian Heritage and Culture Committee of Queens. This year’s ceremony “Celebrating the40th Anniversary of IHCC-NY, Inc. and 70th 1 2846 Carmine Marino 9/21/2016 Anniversary of the Republic of Italy” was held at St. John’s University, Queens, on Tuesday, October 25th. In photo, from left: Joseph Sciame, President/Chair, IHCC- 2 2180 Caroline Vasaturo 8/7/2016 NY, Inc. and Nat/State Past President; Honoree Quinn; and Boro President Katz. 2 2559 Bruce Lankewish 10/15/2016 National Foundation Trustee Past National Trustee Attention All NY State Officers and Chairpersons State Past Trustee, Treasurer, Financial Secretary Scheduled Plenary Sessions Lodge Past Presdent #2321

January 28, 2017 - Winter Session May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Hosted by: Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211; Arturo Toscanini Lodge #2107; Names as submitted by Lodges as of November 19, 2016 Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge #2319; Perry Como Lodge 2846; Giuseppe Nigro Lodge #2234; Sgt. John Basilone Lodge #2442; PleASe NOte : to give proper recognition to deceased members, Vigiano Brothers Lodge #3436; and Fr. John Papallo Lodge#2684 please submit their names soon after their passing to the editor of at Brumidi Lodge #2211 - Deer Park the Golden lion, so that members of the Order can pay their timely respects to the deceased’s families. April 22, 2017 - Spring Session Hosting Lodge - TBA

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Fall Plenary Session BELOVED ITALY STILL NEEDS OUR HELP Rockland Lodge #2176 - Blauvelt IN THE ITALY RELIEF FUND October 29, 2016 Destruction in Amatrice

Dear National Officers, State Officers, Lodge Presidents, Brothers and Sisters, one and all:

At the Fall Plenary Session hosted by the Rockland Lodge, Lodge President Greg Re: Italy Earthquake Relief Efforts DeCola, Jr,, is shown accepting, on behalf of the members of the lodge, an Appre - ciation Plaque from NYS President Carolyn Reres for the hospitality extended to Brothers and Sisters … there is still much to be done in the rebuilding of our the national, state officers and guests, attending the session. beloved Italy and the surrounding areas that was destroyed by the many major earthquakes and tremors over the past few months.

The New York Grand Lodge Foundation, Inc., Order Sons of Italy in America will continue to accept monetary contributions to help the region recover from these disasters. Please send all donation checks to the New York Grand Lodge, 2101 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710. All checks must be made payable to the NY Grand Lodge Foundation, Inc., earmarked “Lazio Earthquake Relief Fund.” In turn, our New York Grand Lodge Foundation will immediately begin to send checks to our National Sons of Italy Foundation. The SIF will be working directly with the Embassy of Italy to direct funds to emergency relief, and/or re - building as requested by the Italian Government.

On behalf of those that need our help, we THANK YOU for your support. If you have any questions, please call the Grand Lodge Office at 516-785-4623.

Fraternally, Carolyn Reres Carolyn Reres State President Grand Lodge of New York NY State Trustee Mildred Mancusi (center), donated $5,000 to establish a schol - ………………………………………………...... …..………… arship in the name of her late husband - Leonard Mancusi. Accepting the $5,000 YES, I WANT TO HELP LAZIO RECOVER! check are State President Reres and State Scholarship Chairperson Michele Ment (right). Donation: Lazio Earthquake Relief Effort Lodge r Personal r Amount: $ ______

Individual or Lodge Name & Number: ______

Address ______

City ______State ______Zip ______

Please Note: A list of donors’ names will appear in the next issue (January- February-March 2017) of the Golden Lion. #

State President Reres and NY Grand Lodge Executive Assistant Carol DiTrapani (right), accepted a check in the amount of $7,500, from the Lt. Joseph Petrosino Lodge #285 of NYC President William Bray to the Lazio’s Region Earthquake Relief Fund.

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i To celebrate Italian Culture Month, the Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 of Bell - more, gathered for an evening of Song, Pizza, and Pastries. Renowned So - n prano Danielle Davis enthralled the audience with her inspiring renditions of songs and arias by composers that included Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puc - A Little Bit of Italy made its yearly appearance at the Hofstra University’s 24th g cini. The evening ended with a standing ovation of enthusiastic applause for Annual Italian Festival on September 18, 2016. Members of the Order are Ms. Davis. State President Carolyn Reres honored the Caboto Lodge with her shown at the NY Grand Lodge’s membership table on the grounds of the Uni - presence. Pictured from left: Mary Ann Rispoli, Patricia Edick, State President versity’s Hofstra Italian Festival Chair Eleanor Jobbagy, seated in center. Carolyn Reres, Operatic Soprano Danielle Davis, Lodge President Josephine Capriola, Lodge Deputy Gina Ferrara, and PP Florence Gatto. The Committee O for Opera Culture Event was Mary Ann, Florence, and Patricia (chair). u r

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Loggia Glen Cove No.1016. As part of Heritage and Culture Month, the his - Progresso Lodge #1047 - Syracuse . Italian Festival in Syracuse. The tory of Italian American Comedy was presented by Professor Salvatore Primeg - I Josephine Federico School of Music provided students to perform at the Annual gia to members of Lodge at the October Meeting. The lecture follows the Festa Italiana in Syracuse. The students sang and danced to traditional Italian development of Italian American humor as it responds to and mirrors the status t songs taught by Josephine Federico of the Progresso Lodge. This is our way of the Italian American Community, from the immigrant era to the present. The of maintaining and promoting our Italian Heritage through music. Standing on Lodge also has displays in the Glen Cove and Locust Valley Libraries. Photo: far right is Josephine Federico, Director and Accompanist and Carmine Fed - from left: Kathryn Grande, Heritage and Culture Chairperson; Portia Ryder, a erico who acted as announcer. President; and Professor Salvatore Primeggia, Speaker. l i a n

C u l t TradiTioNaL reGioNaL aTTire of iTaLy . On October 27th, the NYSOSIA Grand Lodge Culture Committee was invited to the Suffolk County Executive Office u Annual “A Taste of Italy” Program to celebrate Italian Heritage and Culture Month, to display its regional attire project. NYS Grand Lodge State President Carolyn Reres was one of two honorees who were recognized for their contributions to their Italian Culture. She is shown in center, joined by Domenica Diane Biasi r Grauer, Committee Chair (4th from left) and Marianne Bortone Prince, Vice-Chair (4th from right) and thirteen other ladies and gentlemen wearing the traditional attires from 14 of the 20 Italian Regions, from the Alps to the tip of Sicily, and Sardinia. From left: Abruzzo, Apulia, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio (there are two – male and female for this region), Liguria, Lombardia, Marche, Piemonte, Sicily, Umbria, and Veneto. The attire of the other 6 e regions of Italy: Emilia Romagna, Molise, Sardegna, Toscana, Trentino Alto Adige, and Valle d’Aosta are in the process of being tailored and expected to be completed in January 2017. Editor’s Note : To fully appreciate the vivid colors of the attires, please access the NYS OSIA website at nysosia.org to view the above photo in color. 6 • The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 GL pg 07 CSJ_Layout 1 11/23/16 12:11 PM Page 1

the National Park Service of Luigi Del Bianco as the Chief Carver of Mount Rush - more! I was told by Luigi’s grandson Lou Del Bianco that sometime in April 2017 Commission For Social Justice there will be an unveiling of a plaque at the Mount recognizing Luigi as such. It was such an exhilarating feeling that after a 25-year campaign with CSJ and Doug Glad - stone, the author who wrote of Luigi’s exploits, a documentary and a book written by Lou, that we were all able to rejoice in the culmination of such a mission! The Long Island daily Newsday provided an article by the Associated Press commemorating the 75th anniversary of Mount Rushmore this year, but much to my chagrin I couldn’t “Fighting Bias, believe that the article did not mention Luigi at all! Having been piqued, I immediately forwarded a letter to the editor describing the slight against Luigi and educating the editor of the indispensable role of Luigi Del Building Pride” Bianco. Newsday printed the letter. Having toiled through another ordeal, Lou and I met for lunch on Long Island and basked in our euphoria of Luigi’s recognition. At the luncheon I gave Lou the Newsday article and my subsequent letter which both now appear on Lou’s website about Luigi. Louis J. Gallo Jr. Members of the Order should be so proud that NYS CSJ was able to lend a hand in achieving this mission! CSJ Chairman’s Message Another blossoming development is our “HIstory in a Box” program which is now at the CSJ forefront in promoting and showcasing our culture and educating the public Greetings Brothers and Sisters! as a counterpoint to stereotyping and defamation. I have done forty-one presentations to date over the last two years or so. Thanks to President Carolyn I was invited to the This past quarter can be characterized as both contentious and sublime as far as State Student Summit in Albany in September where I presented the program. In Oc - CSJ issues were concerned. tober I did six classes at W. Tresper Clarke High School in Westbury, Long Island, In late August an unexpected issue arose that forced us to take immediate action. and the America Lodge in Franklin Square, Long Island. I have offers from Yonkers The National Education Association (NEA), the national professional organization High School, the HH Rogers/Cabrini Lodge in Tuxedo, and District 5. Anyone in the for teachers, issued a public announcement that it would initiate a nationwide cam - state who may be interested please contact me. I’d love to do the program for you. paign to encourage school districts to change Columbus Day to either Indigenous Peo - As a spinoff from the program above, there has also been further activity by CSJ ples Day or El Dia de la Raza (The Day of the Race, referring to Latin America), and in the realm of positive image programming. We’ve just spent thousands of dollars it would spend $57,500 to do it! National CSJ responded finally by initiating a na - replenishing our storage facility with new orders for posters, bookmarks, and pam - tionwide online and ground petition entitled “Save Columbus Day.” NYS CSJ im - phlets that have been depleted as a result of the enormous interest by so many schools, mediately answered the call and sent out the petitions, encouraging all lodge lodges, districts, and convention delegates. Particularly, I want to graciously thank presidents, CSJ lodge liaisons, and CSJ Executive Board members to give this matter Executive Board member Rosemarie DiChiara from the Caboto Lodge for all the work top priority by circulating them at all and any public events or meetings, and to en - she has done in making the development a reality! Rosemarie has been so diligent in courage others, including those not members of the Order, to join the cause! We need coordinating our orders with Minuteman Press in Merrick and Superior Printing in 100,000 signatures nationwide online and on the ground by April 30, 2017. These pe - Brooklyn. Together she and I collaborated on revamping the Columbus bookmark in titions will be directed to the President of the United States to take action through fed - updating his portrait, and laminating and colorizing the bookmark. Golden Lion editor eral administrative activities that observe Columbus Day. These petitions will only be Sal Moschella, has worked so assiduously in producing brand-new, updated Medal honored by the President until they reach 100,000 signatures, much like when we en - of Honor and Baseball Hall of Fame posters, and he is presently working on updating gaged in the petition campaign to get Yogi Berra the Medal of Freedom, if you re - our MOH booklets that accompany our MOH display kits. Thank you Roe and Sal! member. So, everyone please do your part to make the threshold a reality! Furthermore, I was able to convert sixteen videocassettes in the CSJ library to We have compounded and publicized our effort through the sale of “Save Columbus DVDs. These cover subjects I think would edify lodge members in appreciating Italian Day” t-shirts. If interested please contact our NYS CSJ Treasurer Joe Vallone at culture and history. Eventually I will introduce them in the Golden Lion newspaper [email protected]. As the CSJ Chairman I have made it a point to attend with annotations attached so lodge members will have a synopsis of the subjects at five Columbus Day events and one cultural event (“A Taste of Italy in Suffolk hand. Lodges could then request to borrow them without charge and return them to County”) to wear a Columbus costume to outwardly highlight and remind everyone me, whereupon I would release them to other lodges and so on. It would amount to during our Italian Culture and Heritage Month of the seriousness of our commitment a revolving library and at the same time educate our members. Stay tuned for the re - to defend Columbus’ legacy and demonstrate pride for one of our Italian icons. As lease. expected, his legacy was challenged in October when an article appeared in the Southampton Press, a local weekly on Long Island. Fortunately, I also made contact with two gentlemen this quarter who allowed me to spread the operations of CSJ to the viewing public. In late September thanks to CSJ Thomas Clavin, a writer from Sag Harbor, wrote a piece in the Press’ Viewpoint Treasurer Joe Vallone, I met filmmaker Gerry Ferretti from Lindenhurst, Long Island, section as a guest contributor. In his essay he called Columbus’ first landing in 1492 and together we did an engaging half hour show on CSJ shown on You Tube. One an “invasion” that resulted in “genocide.” I immediately wrote a letter to the editor, can see the program at https://youtu.be/TPohOOAV7zo if you have the time, and I which was printed, where I took Clavin to task regarding the use of such terminology. hope you do. Dave Setteducati, a member of the Sellaro Lodge, has a program on pub - I argued that “invasion” means forceful entry with hostile intent. Such was not the lic access programming on the Hauppauge Cablevision system, Channel 20, entitled case with Columbus. His journal shows that initially relations between the natives “Italian America on Long Island.” His program on CSJ with me will air in January. and him were cordial. “Genocide” means a planned annihilation of a race or ethnic Hopefully, the public will understand that there is an organization ready to address group. Nothing could be further from the truth! Columbus did not embark on his jour - bias and bigotry against Italians and promote our rich legacy. ney on August 3, 1492 from Palos, Spain with some pre-ordained plan to annihilate anybody! When one pays careful attention to the semantics, one can discover that the Lastly, I am elated that finally after so much prodding that WCBS Radio did the analysis is flawed and distorted. I attest that NYS CSJ will remain ever so vigilant to piece on Antonio Meucci at the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum following its March pro - combat any unworthy challenges to our beloved Columbus and Columbus Day! gram on the Osgood File about Alexander Graham Bell. Grazie mille to Past National and State OSIA President and Museum President Joe Sciame and GMM Educator We’re also continuing a fight on another plane. A month or so ago we had a setback Marianna Randazzo for providing an informative, fact-based program that set the regarding our efforts to landmark Our Lady of Loreto Church. One of the community record straight on Meucci as the true inventor of the telephone! They were superla - members of our Brownsville Cultural Coalition was able to meet with Mr. John Tynan tive! from Catholic Charities POP, the development corporation handling requests for pro - posals for the OLL parcel. At the meeting Tynan was downright adamant that the Stay tuned for next quarter’s report on your CSJ, and do whatever you can as an church was now unsafe and it would not be landmarked or sold. Consequently, the integral part of the CSJ base. Thank you! Diocese has filed once again for a demo permit. Another community member was . able to gain entry to the church when a company worker was on site for the purpose Fraternally, of doing an estimate for the demolition. He observed that the basement was literally torn apart as piping and electric lines were savagely ripped out. The first floor was Lou pretty much intact and reparable, but the roof needed much restoration. Armed with such information, a flurry of conference calls ensued amongst us. We planned a strat - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ egy that focused squarely on contacting once again the local city councilman Rafael Espinal, Jr. We felt that if we could just gain his commitment to landmark the church, then the City Council and consequently the NYC Landmarks Commission would then landmark the Church. The Diocese then could not demo the building, and we would be entitled to restoration money from the state for the exterior. The coalition is doing all it can to meet with Espinal, of course! Despite these unexpected horrors and nagging setbacks that do occur with CSJ is - sues, there’s always some satisfying uplifts. One was the acknowledgment finally by Golden Lion • November-December • 7 The Big One - NYC PPrroouuddllyy SShhoowwiinngg OOuurr HHeerriittaaggee Long Island

Parade of Pride (Reflections on the Long Island Columbus Day Parade)

Today, we celebrate the Italian explorer, first to arrive in the New World. Today, we celebrate our Italian history. A gateway opened by vessels of voyage for steamships to cross in waves of migration, ancestral voices greeted by the Statue of Liberty. We are the Italian Americans . . . mindful to move forward onto unfamiliar soil to build a foundation of brick and mortar. We are the Italian Americans . . . mindful to overcome social injustice and poverty to cultivate an independent existence for our families. We march, today, to celebrate Christopher Columbus And the achievements of an Italian Entertainer, a Meteorologist, our New York State OSIA President and a costumed Columbus – leader of Social Justice. We march, today, to celebrate ourselves.

Robert J Savino Suffolk County Poet Laureate Past President – Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 Note: Italian Entertainer – Tony Babino; Meteorologist – Joe Cioffi; NYS OSIA President – Carolyn Reres; and costumed Columbus – Lou Gallo were Parade Grand Marshals.

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2016 Students’ Summit - Albany, NY n the weekend of September 23-25, 2016, eighteen A superb traditional Italian dinner had been prepared Donors students and four chaperones met at the Radisson and was served by lodge members. Dessert consisted of Donatello #2559 OHotel, Colonie, New York for the NY OSIA State an ice cream sundae bar and, of course, trays of fabulous R. Stutzmann & Son F. H. Student Summit in an effort to provide young adults with cookies baked by the lodge’s legendary bakers. All pres - Long Island Columbus Parade Committee an opportunity to learn more about their Italian heritage ent enjoyed a fantastic demonstration of the Tarantella and culture. by the Albany Dancesport Team, in full traditional dress. The team invited the students to join them on the dance Student Hometown School After introductions by Chairperson Mary Modica and floor for a very lively lesson. This group provided enter - Samatha Castricone Tuxedo Albertus Magnus HS greetings from State President Carolyn Reres at a wel - tainment with a cultural emphasis, and the students ob - Nicholas Cioffi East Northport Chaminade HS come luncheon at the hotel, the students boarded the bus viously enjoyed learning the time-honored dance. As Jake Cioffi East Northport Chaminade HS for the short trip to the State Capitol. The comprehensive they left, the students were presented with a gift bag from Carissa Clark Geneva College of St. Rose tour included the Senate and Assembly chambers and the the Italian Trade Commission. Carmela D'Arienzo Franklin Square H. Frank three major staircases which are the most prominent in - Carey HS terior features of the Capitol. They learned that Siena The finale of the weekend was the viewing of the MacKenzie Denofio Schenectady Niskayuna HS marble from Italy was used for the large arches above the movie, Uncle Nino. After decades of no contact with his Nicholas Fazzone Latham Shaker HS visitors’ gallery, and that many of the 500 stone cutters nephew’s family in the US, Uncle Nino flies to America Gabriella Frandino Garden City Garden City HS and carvers of the Capitol were artisans who mastered for an unexpected visit, with a suitcase full of homemade Nicholas Fronek Endicott Union Endicott HS their trade in their homelands of England, Scotland and Italian wine. Nino helps the family realize the true value Antonia Gambino Glen Cove Sacred Heart HS Italy. of family. Francesca Gambino Glen Cove Sacred Heart HS Joanna Humbert Garden City Garden City HS State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli was gracious Beautiful pictures by Gene Loparco provided the sum - Michael Lopes Bethpage Bethpage HS enough to come to the Capitol to talk about his role as mit with a marvelous permanent record of the weekend Alyssa Marano Geneva College of St. Rose Comptroller, his path to the position and his Italian Her - events, and the timely posting of these pictures on Face - Julianna Piccirillo Scotia Scotia-Glenville HS itage. Everyone appreciated his visit and thanked him book allowed those at home to follow the adventures of Ashley Polsinelli Franklin Square H. Frank for the certificates commemorating their participation in the students each step of the way. Carey HS the summit. Adam Robinson Old Bethpage Adelphi Uiversity Students also received gift bags from the committee Gina Wittek New Hyde Park New Hyde After a guided bus tour of the Albany places of interest, which included OSIA tee shirts and items from various Park HS the group returned to the hotel for dinner and the donors including: Estēe Lauder, Inc., Astoria Bank, evening’s activities. CSJ Chairperson Lou Gallo pre - Maspeth Federal, Bethpage Credit Union, Verizon, St. The Mentors, Speakers, and Participants sented “History in a Box,” informing students of the Ital - Joseph's Hospital. A special treat of cannoli was pro - Carolyn Reres NY OSIA State President ian lineage of such products as the fork, the telephone, vided by Gianpietro Ciminna of Sweet Passions Desserts. Hon. Thomas DiNapoi NY State Comptroller and the “Big Mac.” Grace Ferrara taught the students to Mary Modica Cellini Lodge #2206 play Tombola, the Italian bingo-like game and Luigi Chairperson Mary Modica, commenting on the fact that the students did not know one another at the begin - Luigi Squillante NY OSIA State Principal Squillante created impromptu questions based on the Trustee day’s activities. There was an enthusiastic competition as ning of the summit, compared it to the anxiety experi - enced as one anticipates the arrival of a blind date. Grace Ferrara Past President, Cellini Lodge students vied for gift certificates for donuts. The students #2206 also enjoyed a Wi-Fi Scavenger hunt, in which they President Reres, Chairperson Modica and chaperones Ferrara and Squillante were truly amazed at the coalesc - Louis Gallo NY OSIA CSJ Chairperson searched the internet for the answers to questions on Ital - Fred Gardaphé, PhD Italian American Studies - ian trivia. ing of the entire student contingent. The goodbyes on Sunday were heartfelt, and the students promised to keep Queens College in touch via social media. Alan Hartman, PhD Modern Foreign Languages - Saturday morning the students took a tour of the Amer - Mercy College ican Italian Heritage Museum offered by Prof./Cav. At the conclusion of the summit, President Reres ob - Philip DiNovo, PhD Italian American Museum Philip DiNovo and his expert staff, which afforded an op - served, “I had very high expectations for the Student Louis Fazzone President, Gabriele portunity to view the museum exhibits featuring Italian Summit, and the event far surpassed these expectations.” D’Annunzio #312 American sports and entertainment figures, artifacts and She expressed her gratitude to Chairperson Mary Mod - Dolores Scalise Gabriele D’Annunzio #312 other memorabilia honoring the Italian immigrant. ica, chaperones Luigi Squillante and Grace Ferrara, the Eugene Loparco Gabriele D’Annunzio #312 sponsoring lodges, our office staff, Carol DiTrapani and Gloria Maffettone President, America Lodge The demonstration on the making of rice balls by Do - Eileen Stavis, the staff of the Italian American Legislative #2245 lores Scalise was an interesting, entertaining and delec - Caucus, and all those who participated in this ambitious Albany Dancesport Team Albany, NY table portion of the program. The students not only endeavor making it the success it was, but most espe - enjoyed the lesson, they most definitely appreciated sam - cially to the fantastic students who were a credit to their pling the results! families, their schools and to the Italian American com - Student Summit Summaries munity.” Everyone enjoyed a most delicious luncheon of Italian favorites generously provided by Angelo Mazzone, a At her installation in 2015 State Convention, State I could not be any prouder to be an Italian-Amer - 2016 Golden Lion Dinner honoree, and catered by his President Carolyn Reres announced that the focus of her ican and OSIA has given me a true sense of who company, Mazzone Hospitality. administration would be on educational programs on cul - we are, what we are, and how we make a difference ture, heritage and language. The Student Summit, one in the world. Returning to the hotel the students participated in sem - of these projects, was funded by the New York State Nicholas Cioffi inars further exploring the Italian experience. Dr. Fred Grand Lodge Foundation, Inc., and the students received Gardaphé’s presentation provided insight into under - a sponsorship of $150 from various filial lodges through - This was such a great educational and inspiring op - standing the future and the past of our shared heritage. out NY. “The Study of the Italian Language and You, a Path to portunity. I’m so fortunate to have been invited to at - Success as an Italian American Professional” presented Sponsors tend “the Summit.” The people were wonderful and by Dr. Alan Hartman, offered the students a new insight very friendly. It was great to make new friends and into the reasons for studying the language of their ances - Gabriel D'Annuzio Lodge #321 learn a lot more about my Italian culture. The expe - tors. State Principal Trustee Luigi Squillante’s seminar, Duca degli Abruzzi Lodge #443 rience really changed how I looked at my Italian cul - Technology with an Italian Flair, noted that denim could Loggia Glen Cove #1016 ture. be traced back to the northern city of Genoa in the 17th H.H.Rogers Cabrini Lodge #1353 Joanna Humbert century; that as early as the 7th century BC, Etruscans in Atruro Toscanini #2107 northern Italy made partial dentures out of human or an - Columbus #2143 I very much enjoyed the Italian Student Summit. I had Rockland Lodge #2176 imal teeth fastened together with gold bands; and that a no idea that Italians made such a large contribution to cybernetic hand that communicates with a patient’s nerv - Cellini Lodge #2206 Cellini Lodge #2206 society and the world as we know it today, and we are ous system and perceives accurately the characteristics still making revolutionary things to this day, I think my of the object that it is touching was invented by the America Lodge #2245 Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna of Pisa. Vincent Lombardi #2270 favorite part was technology with an Italian twist. Per Sempre Ladies Lodge #2344A Michael Lopes After a short break, the students departed for Schenec - Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 tady. At the Gabriele D’Annunzio Lodge #321, they Geneva #2397 were warmly welcomed by Lodge President Louis Faz - Le Amiche Lodge #2550 Student Summit Summaries continued om page 12 zone, who had announced the visit on the lodge marquee. John D. 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2016 Students’ Summit - Albany, NY Student Summit Summaries It was a great experience learning more I made lots of new friends and experienced more about my Continued from page 10 about our culture. It made me appreciate culture through food, language, and through speakers. It my Italian heritage more and feel proud of has (been) very enjoyable I would do it again. The student summit was probably one of the all that we accomplished. Antonia Gambinol most valuable experiences I’ve ever had. I Carissa Clark learned more about my culture than I thought possible, and I made friends that all share a It was an amazing experience to get t o connect more common background with me The cooking class was my favorite. I did not with my heritage. I had an amazing time getting Sam (Samantha) Castricone expect such a warm welcome from the Sons of to learn about my family’s culture. I also go to Italy . spend the weekend with an amazing group of fellow I really enjoyed this experience a lot. Gina Wittek It has really showed me how influen - Italians and I have made many new friends along tial the Italians were and are today. I This experience has been so great! I got to learn so much about the way. definitely recommend this experi - my Italian heritage and got to meet so many people that I wouldn’t Nick Fazzone ence to all you Italian-Americans. have met otherwise. It was such an amazing bonding experience Francesca Gambin o First off, Luigi is the man. And every other chap - and was so enlightening. I’m so glad I got to really get in touch with erone/person who helped in coordinating this my Italian roots. event and taking part in making it possible, I would not change or replace this experience for anything. I came not Mackenzie Denofio you’re the best. This weekend was definitely one knowing what to expect and no I feel like I’ve learned so much about mu of the best experiences of my life, being able to en - heritage. This trip has been amazing and I hope many more kids can rich my Italian culture with a group of friends who I hold close to me. From the tour of the cap - enjoy it. I made so many friends and the chaperones were amazing. This experience was wonderful and I m grateful ital to Italian bingo with prizes and presentations Ashley Polsinelli to have been a part of it! I loved meeting new about Italy and all its history, this weekend was essentially a refreshing of my culture and my people and creating new friendships I will al- mother country. I was very glad to be a part of it The past two days have been stuffed full of informa - ways remember! and hope to participate in events like this in the tion and activities that made mere feel completely sub - Julianna Piccirilo future. merged in the culture and extremely linked to my Jake Cioffi heritage. This weekend has been so memorable. It’s truly amazing Alyssa Marano to see so many young students from high school and col - I’ve never thought so deeply about u culture be - lege come out here to gain knowledge about their her - fore. I was always proud of my heritage, but The experience I had at the student summit was not only a change to explore itage. These past 3 days have been truly amazing. I am seeing all these people and places so dedicated to Italian pride and knowledge! I’m so grateful other parts of my heritage but it was also a great change to meet new friends going to cherish everything that I learned. for this experience and I hope to find other pro - from all over the state. Adam Robinson grams like this in the future. Carmela D’Arienzo Gabrielle Frandina

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2016-2017 OSIA UPCOMING EVENTS NY Grand Lodge Awards for 2017 Announced State/National Events Dec. 3 - Columbus Lodge #2143 - Ladies and Members Christmas Party at Columbus Lodge The Annual Grand Lodge Awards to deserving individuals that will be Hall, 7:00pm, $35pp. Contact: Pauline Bove @ awarded during 2017 are listed below. Following is a brief qualification cri - 2017 516-798-3603. teria for each award. For detailed information please contact your lodge Jan. 27 - NYOSIA 24th Anniversary Winter Dec. 4 - Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 Sen - president or call the Grand Lodge office at 516 785-4623. Charity Ball honoring State President Carolyn ior Christmas Party at Brumidi Lodge Hall, Deer Reres, Victoria Schneps, Frank Primeggia, and Park, 2:00pm, $15pp. Contact: Fran Barone @ Carol & Rocco Berardi to be held at the Chateau 631-667-1543. BENE EMERITUS AWARD Briand, Carle Place, 7:30pm. Contact: Annette Dec. 11 - John Michael Marino Lodge #1389 To recognize an individual with the highest honor that can be bestowed Lankewish @ 516-933-7393 or Joanne Spera @ upon a member of the New York Grand Lodge, who has had distinguished 631-669-7295. Family Christmas Party at the Harbor Links, 1 West Fairway Drive, Pt. Washington, 12:30pm. and outstanding service to the Order and the New York Grand Lodge with Jan. 28 - NYOSIA Winter Plenary Session to be Contact: Marianne Prince @ 718-631-7917. conspicuous and exemplary achievements in cultural, moral, and social co-hosted by Constantino Brumidi Lodge, Arturo Toscanini Lodge, Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge, Dec. 11 - District III Presidents’ - Christmas conduct. Perry Como Lodge, Giuseppe Nigro Lodge, Sgt. Party at Greis Park Recreation Center, Lynbrook, John Basilone Lodge, Vigiano Brothers Lodge 1:00pm, $30pp. Collecting unwrapped gifts for and Fr. John Papallo Lodge at the Brumidi Toys for Tots. Contact: Mildred Mancusi @ 516- DR. VINCENZO SELLARO AWARD 295-0984. Lodge Hall, 2075 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park. To recognize and acknowledge NYS OSIA members who have distin - Contact: Eileen Stavis @ 516-785-4623. Dec. 11 - Columbus Lodge #2143 - Children’s Christmas Party at Columbus Lodge Hall, S. guished themselves in the ideals and principles exemplified by the Order's Apr. 4 - NYOSIA Grand Lodge Foundation 19th Founder. Annual Cooley’s Anemia Dine-A-Round at Farmingdale, 12:00pm. Contact: Chris Molina Verdi’s of Westbury, 7:00pm, $45pp. Contact: @ 516-220-9619. Mary Naccarato @ 516-921-7839 or Mildred Dec. 11 - Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 NYS OSIA FAMILY OF THE YEAR Mancusi @ 516-359-1745. Breakfast with Santa at Brumidi Lodge Hall, To honor an outstanding family of the New York State Grand Lodge which Apr. 21 - NYOSIA Grand Lodge Foundation Deer Park, 9:30am, $10pp. Contact: Laura Ca - 35th Anniversary Golden Lion Awards Dinner to pano @ 631-757-8301. best exemplifies the ideals of service to the Order while maintaining the high - be held at the Garden City Hotel, 7:00pm. Con - Dec. 17 - Progresso Lodge #1047 - Christmas est example of true family traditions. tact: Carol DiTrapani or Eileen Stavis @ 516- Party at Bella Domani Restaurant, 6:30pm, 785-4623. $40pp. Contact: Carmine Federico @ 315-457- CORNARO AWARD Apr. 22 - NYOSIA Spring Plenary Session - 5010. Host lodge and location to be announced. Con - Dec. 31 - Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 Recognition of an Italian American woman, holder of a Doctorate degree, tact: Eileen Stavis @ 516-785-4623. New Year’s Eve Party at Brumidi Lodge Hall, who projects a positive image and promotes the Italian and Italian American Apr. 30 - NYOSIA Grand Lodge Bowling Tour - Deer Park, 8:00pm, $85pp. Contact: Lucille Di - heritage and culture in the field of higher education. nament to be held at Farmingdale Lanes, Farm - Nardo @ 631-667-1912. ingdale, 9:30am, $20pp. Contact: Keith Wilson @ 516-633-1435. 2017 LITERARY AWARD May 6 - NYOSIA Grand Lodge Foundation 20th Jan. 21 - Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 To honor an Italian American writer, novelist, poet, or playwright who is in Annual Walk-A-Thon “Walk For A Cure” to be Comedy Night at Brumidi Lodge Hall, Deer the process of revitalizing the Italian experience in America. held at Eisenhower Park, Parking Field #1, East Park, 6:30pm, $45pp. Contact: Rose Dispinseri Meadow. Registration 8:30am, Walk Steps-Off @ 631-254-3015. 10:00am. Contact: Eleanor Jobbagy @ 516-358- SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS 9151 or Ernest Magliato @ 347-992-0637. Feb. 3 - Roma Intangible Lodge #215 - 103rd Lodge Anniversary Gala honoring James Barba Scholarships and Grants will be awarded to outstanding Italian American May 31-June 4th - NYOSIA 111th Annual State at the Shaker Ridge Country Club, 802 Shaker students. Convention to be held at the Villa Roma Resort Road, Albany, 7:00pm, $85pp. Contact: & Conference Center, Callicoon. Contact: Carol Francesco Pecoraro @ 518-312-4749. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ DiTrapani @ 516-785-4623, Annette Lankewish @ 516-933-7393 or Anita Rosato @ 631-271- Mar. 18 - Columbus Lodge #2143 - St. Joseph’s 1272. Dance at Columbus Lodge Hall, S. Farmingdale, 7:00pm, $30pp. Contact: Fred Bellise @ 516- June 10 - NYOSIA Grand Lodge Foundation 712-5534. Scholarship Program to be held at Tappan Zee High School, Orangeburg. Brunch at 11:00am. Mar. 31 - Cellini Lodge #2206 - Annual D/D at Scholarship Program to begin at 12:00pm. Con - the Chateau Briand, Westbury, 6:30pm, $90pp. tact: Michele Ment @ 845-225-1144. Contact: Gina Ferrara @ 516-770-3439. Letters June 24 - NYOSIA 112th Anniversary Event to Apr. 8 - Christopher Columbus Lodge #692 As I write this message, my heart is filled with be held in Little Italy. Additional details to fol - 100th Anniversary D/D at Villa Barone Hilltop low. Contact: John Fratta @ 646-261-8614. Manor, 466 Route 6, Mahopac, 7:00pm, $110pp. gratitude to you, my sisters and brothers of this Contact: Lisa Piscopiello @ 914-804-6830. Aug. 14-19th - OSIA 55th Biennial National great Order. I was overwhelmed by the love and Convention to be held at the Hyatt Regency Apr. 8 - Daughters of Columbus Lodge #1666 respect shown to Bruce and grateful for the sup - Hotel, Sarasota, Florida. Contact: Carol DiTra - Annual D/D at the Duca Degli Abruzzi Lodge pani or Eileen Stavis @ 516-785-4623. Sons of Italy Hall, 126 Odell Avenue, Endicott. port given to me and my family. Thank you Contact: Kathy Spatafora @ 607-754-5092. from my heart. Rest in peace, Bruce. You will Local Lodges Apr. 23 - Judge Frank A. Gulotta Lodge #2180 be sorely missed. 50th Anniversary & Testimonial D/D honoring 2016 State President Carolyn Reres and IPP Pasquale Greco at Pompei Caterers, 401 Hempstead Av - Fraternally, Nov. 29 - Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 enue, W. Hempstead. Contact: Pasquale Scida @ Family Movie Night “It Started in Naples” at the 516-817-1979. Annette Lankewish Brumidi Lodge Hall, Deer Park, 6:30pm, $10pp. May 7 - Loggia Glen Cove #1016 - 97th Annual Contact: Rose Dispinseri @ 631-254-3015. Anniversary D/D at Verdi’s of Westbury, West - Dec. 2 - Cellini Lodge #2206 - Adult Christmas bury. Contact: Kathryn Grande @ 516-922-6747. Party at Immaculate Conception Center, Little May 18 - Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 Annual Want to keep “in the loop” on the happenings in Neck, 7:00pm, $65pp. Contact: Joann Grossman Fashion Show at Verdi’s of Westbury, 6:30pm. @ 718-428-8725. Contact: Rosemarie DiChiara @ 516-458-0097. New York OSIA? If you do not receive our email Dec. 3 - Per Sempre Lodge #2344 - Christmas May 25 - America Lodge #2245 - Annual Fash - blasts ... please log on to www.nysosia.org and Party at the Lynbrook Vulcan Fire House, 216 ion Show at Verdi’s of Westbury, 6:30pm. Con - contact us with your name and email address. We Denton Avenue, Lynbrook, 7:00pm, $40pp. Con - tact: Gloria Maffettone @ 516-483-1151. tact: John Quinn @ 516-305-0630 or Anthony look forward to adding your name to our email Corsello @ 516-766-5518. June 16 - Capt. Kathy Mazza Lodge #2163A list. Grazie! Chinese Auction at the Bethpage Senior Center, Dec. 3 - Vincent Lombardi Lodge #2270 Christ - Bethpage, $10pp. Contact: Frances Valenti @ mas Party at the Lodge on the Green, Rochester, 516-681-0807. 12:00pm, $25pp. Contact: Sandy Meleca @ 315- 986-1097. July 31 - Loggia Glen Cove #1016 - Annual Golf Volunteers don’t necessarily have the time; they must have Dec. 3 - Perry Como Lodge #2846 - Adult Outing at Glen Cove Golf Course, Glen Cove. the heart. Christmas Party D/D at St. Philip Neri Parish Contact: Stephen Ryder @ 516-674-3562. Center, Northport, 6:00pm, $40pp. Contact: Source Unknown Rosemarie Simeone @ 631-368-7782. As of 11/21/16

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Membership 2016 New members initiated as of October 31, 2016 AT LARGE MEMBERS DISTRICT II (con’t) DISTRICT IV (con’t) Victoria A. Sferrazza 2372 2320 Olmpia Berte Michael Calvi DISTRICT I Marilyn Canarelli Calogero Pagano 2211 Nicholas Dinardo Michael Sabatino Paulette Cavuzzo Elizabeth Finlay 2550 Gayle Maleh Michael Lombardi Lisa Richards 2319 Laura Patello Nancy Magliari Nicole Arcanio John Patello John Avolese 2245 DISTRICT VII Joseph Bonura Virginia Zangaro 487 Susan Brozinsky 2559 Christina Versace Eleanor Chindamo Joseph Licata 1916 MaryAnn Lombardo Margaret Licata Donna DiStefano Joan McCourt Joann Domino Urban Linda Martone Michael Krozinsky DISTRICT VIII Vincenza Tranchee DISTRICT III 2270 285 Michael Arena DISTRICT II Sarah Cody America Lodge #2245 of Franklin Square, celebrated its 45th Anniversary at the Maritza Buitrago 2143 Felicia Dell’ollo September meeting. The members of the Lodge shared a cake in honor of the Joseph Coizona John Cautagione Archille Pirro Lodge's 45th year as a member of the Order and of the Grand Lodge of New York. Annette DeCarolis Anthony D’Angelo Johnathon Rizzocascio Pictured (from left to right) are: 1st Vice President John Barbagallo, 2nd Vice Pres - Angela Perrotto n Charles Dionurd Rosemarie Stein ident Janis Parazzelli, Lodge President Gloria Maffettone, State President and Charles Ferrante Tommy Wilkinson Lodge Past President Carolyn Reres, and Grand Deputy Vincent Iluzzi. Massimo Murdocca Get More Out Of Rocky Napoli DISTRICT IV 2211 213 Your Membership Joseph Grillo Rochelle Filasto Robert Necega John J. Scaramuzzo Join a Committee Robert Trqanchino Carmine Romano Sr. In Your Lodge Vincent Sacco

America Lodge #2245 - Franklin Square. The lodge recently awarded its 2016 Scholarships to deserving students. Joining the recipients, seated from left to right: Alyssa Kosubinski, Alyssa Giglio, Gina Sampinato, Emily Stiklickas, Victoria Maf - feo, are members of the lodge and dignitaries. Standing, from left - Vincent T. Mus - carella, Nassau County Legislature; Carol Sorace-Whalen, Ed.D., Scholarship Committee Co-chair; Gloria Maffettone, Lodge President; Guiseppe Battista, Ph.D., Columbus Lodge #2143 - Farmingdale. As part of Italian Heritage Month, 6 new Scholarship Committee Co-chair; Carolyn Reres, OSIA NYS President; and Joseph members were initiated into the Order on Columbus Day - October 12th. Shown L. Tromba, M.D., Key-Note Speaker. are the new brothers in alpha order, John Cautagione, Anthony D’Angelo, Charles Dionurd, Charles Ferrante, Massimo Murdocca, and Rocky Napol i. They are re - ceiving instructions on the protocol of the Order from Grand Deputy Al DeBlasio. Lodge President Anthony Musarra at far left, acted as Presiding Officer.

Progresso Lodge #1047 - Syracuse . At the 54th Annual Columbus Day and Ital - ian Heritage Celebration held on October 5th, the lodge awarded three scholar - Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge #2319 of Smithtown welcomes their newest mem - ships to recent high school graduates. Standing left to right are: Carmine Federico, bers. Pictured from left to right are Nicole Arcario, Vincenza Trancheff, Eleanor Lodge President; recipients Zachary J. Federico and Ashleigh R. Rausa; and Chindamo, John Avolese, Joan McCourt, Lodge President Tom Bandise, Joseph Scholarship Chairperson Josephine Federico. The 3rd recipient - Anthony J. Bonura, Mary Ann Lombardo, Susan Brozinsky, and Michael Brozinsky. We are Cooper, was not present for photo op. very happy to have you as our newest brothers and sisters of the lodge. Benvenuti! 14 • The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 GL pg 15 Contr Writers_Layout 1 11/23/16 12:27 PM Page 1

T h e n a n d N o w An indestructible spirit by Mike Cutillo - Contributing Writer by Florence Gatto - Contributing Writer My New Christmas Tradition strate. arthquakes and Italy just don’t mix. they did recently in Umbria and Lazio. My grandchildren took me literally and Especially the centuries-old towns that Dad was at a friend’s farmhouse when the know the Italian traditions for Christ - thought they could throw them to each Eare built in and around the craggy quake struck and was the last one out of mas very well. I grew up with the other in my kitchen. Luckily, they caught Apennine Mountains that run for 750 the stone house before it collapsed to the Christmas Eve dinner of seven fishes them before they hit the floor. I was call - miles down Italy’s spine. ground, the back of his legs scraped up a I ing upon the Saints for help! I have been Many of the buildings in those towns bit by falling debris. and then going to Midnight Mass. We had a presepio. We played Tombola. We making arancini as a special treat for my are made of concrete, limestone, even That’s how close he came to being roasted chestnuts. We fried Zeppole until grandson who needs to restrict gluten in stone from volcanic eruptions called tufa. trapped under hundreds of pounds of early morning. Then on Christmas day, we his diet. I use gluten free bread crumbs to They are natural insulators that keep the stone. transitioned to sumptuous pasta al forno coat them before deep frying. I sometimes interior of homes cool in the hot Mediter - Some of the dead were from his village, and meat dishes. I can put then in a box with a bow especially for ranean sun and some were friends. Those who survived still picture relatives him. He loves them and I wait for his smile warm during the didn’t dare return to their homes. They arriving with i dolci di and accolades. gray winters. spent the next week or so sleeping under Natale. There were My Nonna would be proud of me. I But they aren’t the stars in open fields where there was huge boxes of pastries watched her make them on many Sunday earthquake resistant, no danger of anything falling on them as - cannoli, sfogliatelle, afternoons “just in case” paesani popped and when the earth the aftershocks continued to shake the creampuffs, torrone, in after our 2PM pranzo. Arancini are a rumbles, they crum - area and the nerves. and homemade deli - snack, or as the Italians say “un spuntino.” ble like a child’s This was long before cell phones, cacies - like cuccidati They are really a hand held street food in building blocks. Skype and Facebook, so as difficult as it and cassatedde. I Southern Italy. Indeed, on one of my trips Pictures and videos was on dad, it was equally as difficult on loved to peek and I did savor a wonderfully crisp warm per - of those demolished us back home. All communications were look for my favorite, fect rice ball from a cart on the street in buildings are what down so there was no way to know if he struffoli - honey balls. Palermo. Just one delectable and oily treat you have seen in recent months from cen - was dead or alive. Recently there was an intruder on our was not quite enough for me. My middle tral Italy, which was hit first in August by Dad was due back on Thanksgiving Christmas buffet table - a 12 lb stuffed son also has a passion for arancini. One a major 6.2-magnitude earthquake fol - Day, and it was only then - when mom turkey! It was to honor our new British in- day, he ate seven of them at a fast pace. He lowed by dozens of significant after - called the airline and learned that a law’s tradition. I like turkey, but only in survived and I had to stop him from eating shocks, and then in October by a larger Michael Cutillo had indeed checked on November. It just did not look right amidst the eighth. 6.6-magnitude tremblor. for the overseas flight - that we began to the antipasto, stuffed artichokes, mush - They say fried rice balls probably date It broke my heart in August every time breath normally. rooms, eggplant, spidinni, and pork roasts. back to the Saracen occupation of Sicily. another body was pulled from the wreck - And after he stepped off the plane in So that is when I made an executive chef Today, many pizza places and bakeries age of formerly beautiful hilltop towns Syracuse, still haggard and unshaven, and decision to include a family favorite to our make them. They are satisfying in an like Amatrice and Accumoli. we welcomed him home, we went on to holiday menu. emergency but, not as good as homemade. In October, miraculously, no one died, have the most memorable Thanksgiving Everyone loves arancini, so why not Now the place of honor on our holiday but it broke my heart again every time I celebration of my life. make them for Christmas? Instead of rice buffet is an oversized silver platter in the saw footage or photos from the historic So those are the emotions for me as I balls we can call them Christmas balls! center of the table with the crisp golden and formerly lovely towns of Norcia and watched the recent recovery efforts unfold I also knew it was time to give my finger food. When we celebrate on Decem - Visso. in central Italy. I write this in early No - grandchildren a cooking lesson on how to ber 25th, we call the crunchy orange I have been to that gorgeous region — vember, and I realize you’ll be reading it make “little fried oranges!” Since I am the spheres “arancini” but they are really our noted for its great food and wine and its around the holidays, and while it may not official arancini maker in my family, I edible Christmas Balls! uber-friendly people — a number of seem like a typical uplifting holiday story, wanted them to learn the knack of making times, but it was so personal because the in a way, it is. the Italian specialty. You never know, I Buon Natale. recent quakes reminded me of my own I know the folks in central Italy will re - may go on strike - or worse! dad’s brush with a terramoto (earthquake bound - my dad’s village did. It is a somewhat complicated process, Florence is a Past President of the Giovanni in Italian) some 36 years ago. I also know, beyond a doubt, that while but oh SO worth it. After preparing the Caboto Lodge #2372, and a member of the It was 1980, and dad went home to the their homes, churches and hospitals may rice and meat filling, and adding a few NYSOSIA Scholarship Committee. Flo is southern Campania region for his be shattered, their spirit will never be. peas to make them authentic, the fun starts. the author of “The Scent of Jasmine - Vi - mother’s funeral. The sadness of that oc - And so, during this holiday season, it is Forming the rice mixture into balls is not gnettes from a Sicilian Heritage.” She has casion was intensified just a few days that indestructible, durable and never end - easy. studied in Italy under Fulbright and NYS after she was buried when an even more ing spirit of courage, resolve and most of “It’s like making a snowball!” I demon - Teacher Grants. staggering 7.1-magnitude earthquake all vitality that I wish for all of you and rocked the region. The epicenter of that your families. n quake was only 68 miles from dad’s vil - lage in a town called Conza; nearly 2,500 Our Italian Christmas Traditions cated the younger members of the commu - people died, 7,700 people were injured Mike Cutillo is past president of Geneva nity through historic rituals. Our Italian an - and an astonishing 250,000 people were Lodge 2397 and executive editor of the Helps Keep Us Rooted cestors have passed the collective memory left homeless. daily Finger Lakes Times newspaper in of our holiday traditions by celebrating as Dad’s village of San Salvatore Telesino upstate New York. Contact him at mcu - By Prof./Cav. Philip J. DiNovo a family. Our Christmas Eve tradition, the wasn’t wiped out but a number of homes [email protected]. 7 or more fish dishes is an example of a and other buildings crumbled - just like have been writing about our Italian tra - beautiful tradition. When we keep our ditions and customs for 25 years be - Christmas traditions we give younger Icause it is a very important subject. In members something to look forward to, a transient society, each family and indi - and keep them rooted! Christmas was the birth of Christ, it was but we don't have to give up our Italian vidual needs to feel grounded, rooted to a a religious holiday celebrated with family heritage. We must find ways to keep alive sense of history, community and values! If this was your last Christmas, how and very close relatives and friends. Many that which is a treasure. There is so much Each of us, at every stage of our life, must would you celebrate it? What made your sacrifices made the celebration very spe - that has been passed down to us that we maintain a sense of past Christmas memorable? Most likely it cial and they realized that in giving we re - must keep and pass on. Finding short cuts belonging to a much was not the gifts you received. I think our ceive. Children were loved but not spoiled that keep alive our Italian Christmas tradi - broader, historic tra - Italian ancestors had the secrets of a joyous and taught to appreciate what they re - tions are an example. Yes, people seem to dition. It is our re - Christmas. Religious faith, strong family ceived. Respect was very important to Ital - be so busy today but we must have priori - sponsibility to ties, and rich traditions. Many of us will re - ians, and children were expected to respect ties. Less money spent on gifts and fewer preserve the collec - call those wonderful Italian Christmas not only parents, grandparents but all of them might be a good start. Taking time tive memory of our dishes and desserts that were served by a adults. Since there were more children in to make that special family Italian Christ - Italian traditions. The loving grandmother or our mother. No TV, a family than now, children learned to mas dessert will mean so much more and holidays are a oppor - computer games, or other distractions. share and were given responsibilities at a connect your family to your ancestors. tunity to be enriched Christmas didn't began before Thanksgiv - early age. Buon Natale! n by our rich heritage ing, people didn't go crazy buying gifts or and traditions. go into debt to purchase them. They were We are still able to honor our Italian her - Prof/Cav. DiNovo, a member of the not stressed out when Christmas came but itage and traditions in essential ways and Gabriele D’Annunzio Lodge #321 of Sch - The Jewish community for thousands of were ready to celebrate. make it pertinent to modern needs in the enectady, dedicates his time and study to the years have celebrated traditions and edu - United States. Much of modern life is good Italian American communities of the U S.

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Accenting the Positive - World War II Italian Americans By Salvatore LaGumina, Ph.D. or more than half a century I have devoted my professional career to researching, teaching and writing about the Italian American experience, striving to emphasize Fthe positive. This pro-active approach allows me to concentrate on its immense contributions to our American way of life. Recently I have studied and written on the role of Italian Americans in the OSS (The Office of Strategic Services, predecessor of the CIA) which came to fruition dur - ing the Second World War. Primarily concentrating in acquiring vital and valuable in - telligence about Nazi and Fascist military activity, the OSS sought out recent immigrants from various countries who possessed substantial knowledge about lan - guage, dialects and customs about countries under Nazi and Fascist control. This ac - tivity was of great meaning for participant Italian Americans and for Italy—they were destined to play a decisive role in liberating the land of their ancestors. Sworn to secrecy –a pledge they honored for decades—OSS agents infiltrated be - Please join us as we experience hind enemy lines to gather intelligence that was absorbed and utilized by major Allied the amazing talents of Giada Valenti armies operating in Italy, such as the Fifth Army led by Gen. Mark Clark. Obviously this was dangerous work’ which in some cases led to capture and death by execution. MSC Musica Because the nature of OSS stealth operations were carried out clandestinely, they 7-Night Mediterranean: Italy, Greece, Montenegro remained secret for many years. However, as the historical records unfold they demon - (Venice Roundtrip) From $1,178 strate the enormous part played by Italian Americans. It is instructive therefore to mention a few of the Italian Americans who were to play significant roles in helping Remarkable Sailings the American cause in liberating Mussolini’s Italy. Patricia Ferrari* & Geralyn Ganci One of the most colorful OSS participants was Italian-born “Jumping Joe Savoldi” (800) 324-4745 who lived in Michigan, became a famous football player under legendary coach Knute [email protected] Rockne at the University of Notre Dame, and then became World Champion wrestler. [email protected] His wartime activity with the OSS was to infiltrate behind enemy lines and bring out a highly- regarded Italian admiral whose scientific knowledge about naval weapons www.giadavalenti.com was highly desirable. After Savoldi spirited him out of Italy, the admiral used his ex - www.giadavalenticruise.com pertise in behalf of the United States. *Patricia is a Past President of the Giovanni Caboto Lodge (O SIA) A second name is that of Ernest Cuneo whose family immigrated from Italy and lived in New Jersey. Cuneo attended Columbia University where he became a star football player. After playing professional football, Cuneo received a law degree from St. John’s University, became secretary to Congressman Fiorello H. LaGuardia, and also became an important journalist. President Roosevelt designated Cuneo to be his personal OSS liaison to Great Britain. In the course of this activity, on one occasion Cuneo had a memorable middle-of-the night meeting with Prime Minister Winston S. Churchill A third name is that of Albert R. Materazzi, the son of Italian immigrants from Tus - cany who settled in Hershey, Pennsylvania. His educational background included a degree in chemistry from Fordham University and an advanced degree in chemistry from the University of Rome in 1938. He volunteered for the service with the outbreak of war and was assigned to the Fifteenth Army headquarters. Known as the “brain,” Materazzi planned and participated in many of the behind-the-lines OSS missions. But the name that should be better-known is that of Biagio Massimo (Max) Corvo. Born in Sicily where his father published a small anti-Fascist newspaper that incurred the wrath of Premier Mussolini, the family came to the United States and settled in Patricia Ferrari Middletown, Connecticut. Max assisted his father in publishing the Middletown Bol - Travel Agent letino, an Italian-language newspaper. With America’s entry into World War II, 21 Remarkable Sailings year Max joined the army where within a short period of time, he astounded his su - 800-324-4745 periors with his knowledge about Sicily’s history and geography—he created one of the few topographical maps of the island. His knowledge and understanding was such CeLL 516-244-4825 l dIReCt 540-736-8075 that it dovetailed with Allied planning as to where the first invasion of continental [email protected] Europe should first take place. He argued effectively that history and logic dictated pferrari.dreamvacations.com that after ousting the Axis enemy from North Africa the target should be Sicily. To Past President of Giovanni Caboto Lodge (OSIA) aver that Corvo impressed his superiors is to understate what in fact was develop - ing—an unlikely meeting between a young buck private who had never finished high school and high ranking officers. Before long Corvo became a lieutenant and rose to the rank of major. He directed OSS intelligence operations in Italy and was able to land hundreds of agents behind enemy lines. Slowly but surely more people are coming to know the name of Max Corvo. In May 2015, a major Connecticut television station produced a documentary on his life as an Italian American from Connecticut who had huge impact not only his community, but also on his state and his country. n Editor’s Note: For further reading on this subject see: Salvatore J. LaGumina, THE OFFICE OF STRATEGIC SERVICES AND ITALIAN AMERICANS—THE UNTOLD STORY, Palgrave/Macmillan, New York, 2016, or check your library. If your library does not have this title request that they obtain it. Dr. Salvatore J. LaGumina, is Director of Center for Italian American Studies, Nassau Community College and a Charter member of Columbus Lodge #2143, Farmingdale.

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by Theresa M. Corey, Commissioner aturday, November 5th was not just an ordinary day. It was a spectacular day. A fitting tribute where over 230 brothers, sisters, friends and family gathered to support Sand celebrate the GMM. Pride filled LiGreci Staaten as the event progressed with the purchase of over 22 new bricks for our Brick Walkway. Among the many highlights was the presentation by the Grand Lodge to purchase a $1,000 brick in memory of Na - tional Foundation Trustee Bruce Lankewish; and Dean Anthony J. Tamburri Ph.D. an - nouncing the purchase of a $500 brick in memory of State Senator John D. Calandra. Honorees included outgoing commissioners, Colette Grillo and Mildred Mancusi. Hon - oree Minister Francesco Genuardi, Italian Consul-General to New York, spoke of the importance of preserving this historic site and praised the work of the Commissioners, Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253 - Hicksville . At the lodge’s Testimonial Dinner Dance Overseers, staff and countless volunteers and friends who keep the Museum alive and held on September 25, Lodge IPP Anthony Cuccia, Jr. and Lodge Past Deputy Mona thriving as a shining beacon in the community. Honoree Cristina Fontanelli, delighted Splendore, were honored for their commitment to the success of the lodge. Shown all with a short operatic performance. Maria Tamburri, Chair of the National Organiza - is Lodge President William Sanfilippo, center, flanked by Mona and Anthony. tion of Italian American Women, was also a distinguished honoree. Continuing support of our educational and cultural programs, a $20,000 donation by the NYSOSIA Grand Lodge Foundation and a pledge of $10,000 by the national Sons of Italy Foundation, brought cheers of appreciation. The festivities continued with a plentiful and superb full course luncheon, followed by raffles and prizes. After the Brunch the day continued with a visit to the GMM. The weather was just perfect for an outdoor champagne toast and the singing of the Italian national anthem by International Soprano, Cristina Fontanelli. All joined in the singing of the American national anthem. As has become tradition, the placement of a commemorative wreath at the Meucci Monument followed. I am very happy to report that many were first time visitors to the GMM and were truly impressed with the preservation of this historic land - mark and the Brick Walkway memorializing the names of many individuals, OSIA lodges, supporters and organizations wishing to maintain the ITALIANITÀ at the GMM for years and generations to come. The luncheon was a success due to the generosity of the brothers and sisters of the Order by attending, purchasing a journal ad, buying raffles, and donating gifts. The GMM was, is and shall forever be one of the jewels of the Order Sons of Italy in America, and it is so because we are filled with individuals who exemplify the request of the great Giuseppe Garibaldi: Dammi la mano pronta piuttosto che la linguetta di pronto . ”Give me the ready hand rather than the ready tongue…..” The Joe DiMaggio Lodge #2248 of Hopewell Junction, celebrated its 35th an - niversary on September 24th. John Hickman, East Fishkill Town Supervisor, was Sempre Avanti! honored for his support throughout the years, and David Totillo was honored as Member of the Year. Pictured are (left to right) Carolyn Totillo, David Totillo, Lodge President Donna Torrisi, JoAnn Hickman, John Hickman, Robert Ferrito (State 1st Vice President), Michele Ment (State Orator), and Joanne Alfonso (State Trustee).

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The 52nd Annual Loggia Glen Cove No.1016 and John Michael Marino Lodge On Sunday September 25th, on a great early fall day, Columbus Lodge #2143 No.1389 Wreath Laying Ceremony, was held on October 8th, at the Columbus Statue of Farmingdale , held its Feast and Festival in North Massapequa. The annual in Mineola. Ceremony was followed by a collation and lecture. Professors Harvey event, draws people from near and far, for a day of fun, food, and games. Pictured Sackowitz and Howard Ehrlich delivered a well-received presentation entitled The are members of the lodge who manned the hot dog and beverage stand. Story of Christopher Columbus – The Great Explorer and Navigator, Even for This Generation. Shown in photo, are members of both Lodges led by their respective Presidents - Portia Ryder (8th from left) and Marianne Prince (2nd from right). The statue dedicated in 1964, was made possible with donations from both Lodges.

John Michael Marino Lodge #1389, port Washington. With Mother Nature on their side and incredible enthusiasm, spirit, energy, and love for one another - vol - unteers, members and officers of the John Michael Marino Lodge provided long Lodge President Anthony Rotoli, partially obscured by Italian flag on left of photo, precious hours to their successful 37th Annual Italian Festival. The Festival took led members of the Vigiano Brothers Lodge #3436 , in their 8th annual 9/11 Me - place September 7th-11th and a special ceremony paying tribute to first respon - morial Ceremony held at Harborfront Park in Port Jefferson. In photo, a Deacon ders,Veterans, and our Troops was held the evening of 9/11. Pictured with Lodge from the Infant Jesus Church led the participants in prayer and reflection. The lodge President and Festival Chair Marianne Bortone Prince (back row 3rd from left) are is named in honor of 2 first responders, brothers - NYFD John Vigiano and NYPD but a few of the numbers of lodge officers and members who were the backbone Joseph Vigiano, 2 brothers who were killed on that horrific day. of this annual event, which raises funds for scholarships and charities supported by the lodge.

Galileo Galilei Lodge #2253, Hicksville - Support tHe MiLitary . On November 2, 2016, the lodge had its 9th Annual Support the Military Program. Lodge President William Sanfilippo (rear center), lodge members, family, friends, and Levittown Girl On October 2nd, members of the uguaglianza/Ne Bronx Lodge #83 went on a Scouts Troop #3151 packaged donated items that were collected and shipped to tour of West Point for a day trip. Lodge President Sal Mastrocola, third from right- the military and K-9 dogs serving overseas. Nassau County Legislators Rose Marie front row), gathered members together for a visit to the US MIlitary Academy. After Walker and Laura Schaefer visited with the members that evening. the tour the group enjoyed a luncheon together.

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CHRISTMAS GREET InG S Merry Christmas Buon Natale e Felice Capo D’Anno & Happy New Year A Tutti i Nostri Fratelli e Sorelle We Wish All Our Members of OSIA a Blessed and Joyous Christmas To Our OSIA Brothers & Sisters Joseph Sciame, President/CEO Madeline Matteucci, Chairperson and New Year! Keith Wilson & Patricia Ferrari Anthony Conetta, Co-Chairperson State Trustee, District II Stephanie Lundegard, Administrator We Thank You for All Your Support! In Loving Memory of GMM Commissioners Petrina Ganci & Ralph Wilson Ciro Capano • Theresa Corey NYS Commission for Social Justice God Bless! Joseph Fratta • Robert Graham • Pasquale Greco

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C H r i S t M a S G r e e t i N G S Warmest thoughts May Peace Be Your Gift Blessed Christmas Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! and best wishes for a & This Holiday Season Joyous Holiday Season May the Magic of Christmas And Your Blessing Through May the joys of this Christmas Season and a Happy, Healthy 2017 to All! The New Year! continue throughout the Year. New Year of Peace and Happiness Warm your Hearts! Carlo Matteucci Nancy DiFiore Quinn & John Quinn Thom & Barbara Lupo NYS Past President & National Trustee National/State Past President NYS Past President Joseph DiTrapani National OSIA 2nd Vice President My Sincerest Best Wishes National Financial Secretary Madeline Matteucci National/State Past First Lady Carol Per Sempre Lodge #2344 President To You and Your Families for a State Past First Lady & GMM Chairperson

Blessed Christmas and a M a y J o y B e Y o u r G i f t Merry Christmas! A A t C h r i s t m a s Wishing You Good Health CHRISTMAS GREETINGS TO ALL Blessed Christmas Healthy, Happy, and Prosperous 2017! H o p e A n d L o v e Y o u r T r e a s u r e and Happiness Throughout AND HAPPY NEW YEAR To All F o r T h e N e w Y e a r ! the New Year NYS President S a l v a t o r e & R a e L a n z i l o t t a NY State Orator Joseph Sciame JOSEPH & J OAN RONDINELLI N Y S t a t e P a s t P r e s i d e n t NY S TATE IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT N a t i o na l F o u n d a t i o n T r u s t e e Michele & Eric Ment National and State Past President Carolyn Reres NATIONAL TRuSTEE

Wishing All Our We Wish All Our Warmest Wishes for the We wish all of our OSIA family May God bless you Brothers & Sisters Sisters and Brothers From Our Family to Yours, Holiday Season a very Merry Christmas during these holydays and holidays A Very Joyous and A Very Merry Christmas & Merry Christmas and a and a A Healthy, Happy New Year! and a with a bounty of Holy Christmas Season Happy New Year Happy and Healthy New Year blessings and a spirit of gratitude! And A Very Happy New Year! Anthony Naccarato Healthy & Prosperous New Year NY State Second Vice President Jim & Kathy Spatafora The Rev. R. Adam Forno Robert Ferrito Acting NY State Chaplain NYS First Vice President Mary Naccarato NYS Recording Secretary Peter R. & Edith L. Zuzolo & Family Biagio & Natalia Isgro & Family State Cooley’s Anemia Chairperson and National OSIA Chaplain OSIA National & State Past President NYS Recording Secretary May the Christmas Season Merry Christmas Our Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas Bring Joy, Happiness To Our Brothers & Sisters May PEACE be your and Merry and Blessed Christmas & and Good Health! Gift at Christmas a Healthy and Prosperous New Year Merry Christmas & A and a Happy New Year and may to To All Our New Year Filled FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE Officers and Members of Happy, Healthy New Year My OSIA Family NYS OSIA Brothers & Sisters Per Sempre Lodge No. 2344 with Peace and Happiness be your treasures for the Joey & Beatrice Fratta New Year from John Quinn Elaine D’Arrigo Mendez, President Ernest & Anna Magliato GMM Commissioner John & Elena Fratta Luigi Squillante President Per Sempre Ladies #2344A District III Trustee NY State Financial Secretary NY State Principal Trustee

May This Special Season Warm wishes for a Merry Christmas Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Merry Christmas and May the meaning of this Be Filled With God’s Gifts Of Merry Christmas and a joyous holiday season fill your heart and Love, Family, Friendships New Year filled with happiness to All of Our Brothers & Sisters Happy New Year and home with many blessings Happy New Year And Good Health and love of OSIA to All My Brothers and Sisters! Gift of Sight NYSOSIA Frank Barone, Sr. Geraldine Iannello Graham John Maura Marianne Principe O’Neil NYS Financial Secretary Emeritus Arthur Spera, State Treasurer District I Trustee NY State Trustee Chairperson Mary Ann L. Barone Dr. Joe Rubé Robert Graham Past NYS Alzheimer’s Chairlady Joanne Spera, State Trustee District II And Committee GMM Commissioner 20 • The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 District VII State Trustee The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 • 21 GL pg 22 Greetings 4_GL pg 22 Xmas Ads 11/23/16 11:24 AM Page 1

CHRISTMA S GREETINGS A Very Merry Christmas Wishing a Merry Christmas Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year & Happy, Healthy New Year And A Happy New Year from our families to yours! to all our OSIA Brothers & Sisters! From the Members of Officers & Members of Marco Polo Lodge #2214 “The Dukes” Lodge #443 The Cangemi Family Levittown, New York Endicott, NY Joe – Beloved Husband Dad & Grandpa Ann Acquaviva, President Patrick Cerra, President “Family Love is Everlasting”

WITH JOYFUL HEARTS THE Merry Christmas Merry Christmas GALILEO GALILEI LODGE #2253 And A Happy New Year and WISH OUR OSIA BROTHERS & SISTERS From Happy New Year A MAGICAL MERRY CHRISTMAS The Officers & Members of the AND A To All Our Brothers and Sisters Columbus Lodge #2143 HAPPY, HEALTHY, PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR Anthony Musarra, President Mario Lanza Lodge #2491 WILLIAM SANFILIPPO PRESIDENT Pauline Bove, Ladies Auxiliary President Salvatore Cali, President

Merry Christmas & all the best to Blessed & Joyous Christmas Buon Natalizio Per Eccelenza our Brothers & Sisters of OSIA Greetings to Our OSIA e un for 2017! Brothers & Sisters Wishing you & your families a Felice Anno Nuovo from very Merry Christmas & a happy Ai Nostri Fratelli e Sorelle OSIA prosperous New Year. THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE Dalla JOHN MICHAEL MARINO LODGE #1389 Loggia Glen Cove #1016 Cellini Lodge No. 2206 Marianne Bortone Prince Alfonso Squillante, President President Portia Ryder, President

May the spirit of Christmas Vi auguriamo un Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Buon Natale be with you to All Our Brothers & Sisters! e un throughout the New Year Felice Anno Nuovo! President Vincent Giannantonio Eileen Stavis Carol DiTrapani & Members of the Michelangelo Lodge #2451 Office Manager Executive Assistant Vincent Lombardi Lodge #2270 Hampton Bays, NY Grand Lodge of New York Rochester, NY Charles Bivona, President

Warmest holiday greetings Wishing You A Merry Christmas The Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 & best wishes for a healthy, safe Touched With Wonder Wishing you & all those close to you & prosperous 2017! And Filled With Love a Joyous Christmas Season Fraternally yours, The Staff of the Golden Lion & a New Year filled with Happiness Roma Intangible Lodge #215, Albany Sal Moschella, Editor Francesco M. Pecoraro Marjorie Moschella, Co-Editor Anita Rosato, Advertising Manager Josephine Capriola Lodge President and the Contributing Writers President

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Italian American Heroes Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients Diciamolo In Italiano (Let’s Say It In Italian) Fr. Vincent R. Capodanno By Professor Emeritus Joseph A.Tursi - Arturo Toscanini Lodge #2107, Dix Hills. “The Grunt Padre” (LEZIONE NUMERO QUINDICI) LESSON NUMBER FIFTEEN L Born - February 13, 1929, Staten Island, NY Died - September 4, 1967 - Republic of Vietnam Ripassiamo la pronuncia delle vocali. (Let’s review the pro - nunciation of the vowels.) Rank and organization: Lt., U.S. Navy, Chaplain Corps, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein), FMF. Place and date of action: Quang Tin The words ENRICO CARUSO contain the five vowels in Ital - ian. The sound of each vowel pronounced in these words is Province, Republic of Vietnam, September 4,1967. Entered service at: Staten how the five vowels in Italian are always pronounced!! Island, NY. Repeat each of the following words, expressions, or sentences, Citation : For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above remembering that the vowels are always pronounced as in EN - and beyond the call of duty as Chaplain of the 3d Battalion, in connection with RICO CARUSO. operations against enemy forces. In response to reports that the 2d Platoon of "M" Company was in danger of being overrun by a massed enemy assaulting 1. ciao 17. Marta force, Lt. Capodanno left the relative safety of the company command post and 2. grazie 18. lo sono di Roma. ran through an open area raked with fire, directly to the 3. acqua minerale 19. Lui e lei non sono di Milano. 4. macchiato (cch is like K) 20. come beleaguered platoon. Disregarding the intense enemy small- 5. aranciata 21. dove arms, automatic-weapons, and mortar fire, he moved about the 6. A domani! 22. molto battlefield administering last rites to the dying and giving 7. A più tardi. 23. dottore medical aid to the wounded. When an exploding mortar round 8. ristretto 24. signora inflicted painful multiple wounds to his arms and legs, and 9. caffè 25. Sono di Napoli. severed a portion of his right hand, he steadfastly refused all 10. espresso 26. No, non sono Mario! medical aid. Instead, he directed the corpsmen to help their 11. bene 27. Scusa! 12. Che bello! 28. più wounded comrades and, with calm vigor, continued to move 13. A presto! 29. prosciutto about the battlefield as he provided encouragement by voice 14. Arrivederci! 30. lui and example to the valiant marines. Upon encountering a 15. io 31. tutti wounded corpsman in the direct line of fire of an enemy machine gunner 16. panino 32. Un cappuccino, per favore! positioned approximately fifteen yards away, Lt. Capodanno rushed a daring attempt to aid and assist the mortally wounded corpsman. At that instant, only Lettura (Reading) - IL BARISTA PIGNOLO (picky bartender)! inches from his goal, he was struck down by a burst of machine-gun fire. By his Un signore entra in un bar. (A man enters into a bar.) heroic conduct on the battlefield, and his inspiring example, Lt. Capodanno Signore: Un bicchiere (glass) di vino, per favore. upheld the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life Barista: Bianco o rosso? in the cause of freedom Signore: Rosso! Barista: Dolce (Sweet) o secco (dry)? Vincent Capodanno attended Fordham University for a year before entering the Signore: Secco! Maryknoll Missionary Seminary in Ossining, NY. He was ordained a Roman Barista: Locale o di marca (brand name)? Catholic priest in June 1957. After serving seven years as a missionary among Signore: Locale! aboriginies in the mountains of Taiwan, Father Capodanno was then assigned to a Barista: Di fiasco (flask) o di bottiglia? Maryknoll school in Hong Kong. Signore: Non importa! (It doesn't matter!). Un caffè, per piacere! In December 1965, Father Capodanno received his commission as a lieutenant in the Barista: Normale o macchiato (with a drop of milk)? Navy Chaplain Corps. He was assigned to the First Marine Division in Vietnam in April Signore: Normale! Barista: Ristretto (Strong) o lungo (somewhat watered down)? 1966. At 4:30 am, September 4, 1967, 500 men of the 1st Battalion 5th Marines Signore: Ristretto! encountered a large North Vietnamese unit of approximately 2,500 men near the Barista: Corretto (With some liqueur) o semplice (regular)? village of Dong Son. The outnumbered Marines were in desparate need of A questo punto, il signore scappa disperato! (runs away hopelessly) reinforcements. (From: Divertenti storie italiane di L. Fabbri) Father Capodanno’s heroic act on that faithful Labor Day of 1967, can be best described by an eyewitness: Over here [Vietnam] there is a written policy that if Esercizio A. you get three Purple Hearts you go home within 48 hours. When Father C Using the expressions Mi piace (I like) and Non mi piace (I don't like), say what (Capodanno) arrived on the scene with reiforcements, he had his work cut out for beverages you do and do not like. him. Early in the day, he was shot through the right hand which all but shattered his hand, a corpsman patched him up and tried to med evac him but Father C Modello: il cappuccino example: il cappuccino? Si, mi piace. declined saying he had work to do. A few hours later, a mortar landed near him 1. il vino bianco 4. il vino secco 7. il caffè ristretto and left his right arm in shreds hanging from his side. Once again, he was patched 2. il vino rosso 5. il caffè normale 8. il caffè lungo up and once again he refused evacuation. There he was, moving slowly from 3. il vino dolce 6. il caffè macchiato 9. il caffè corretto wounded to dead to wounded using his left arm to support his right as he gave Esercizio B absolution or Last Rites, when he suddenly spied a corpsman get knocked down outside the defense perimeter The corpsman was shot in the leg and couldn’t move Match the words or expressions in Column A with those in Column B: caught in the enemy’s crossfire. Fr. C. ran out to him and positioned himself between the injured boy and the automatic weapon. Suddenly, the weapon opened 1. bicchiere ___ a. with liqueur up again and this time riddled Father C. from the back of his head o the base of 2. barista ___ b. with a drop of milk his spine - and wit h his third Purple Heart of the day - Father C. went home! 3. dolce ___ c. brand name 4. bottiglia ___ d. dry In addition to the Medal of Honor, Capodanno was also the recipient of the Bronze 5. secco ___ e. picky Star, Purple Heart, and 6 other medals and citations. As of 1968, he was only the 3rd 6. corretto ___ f. glass Chaplain to receive the Medal of Honor. Many buildings and Chapels, mostly on 7. macchiato ___ g. strong militay bases throughout the world, are named in his honor. In his native Staten 8. ristretto ___ h. normal Island, a popular seaside boulevard, and an OSIA Lodge - Fr. Vincent R. Capodanno 9. pignolo ___ i. bottle Lodge #212 are named after him; a statue on the grounds of Ft. Wadsworth; and a 10. di marca ___ j. bartender US Navy ship (frigate class), bore his name between 1973 and 1993, when it was 1. sweet decommissioned. He is buried in St. Peter’s Cemetary in Staten Island. (Some of the above material was taken from Adesso by Marcel Danesi)

In 2002, Capodanno's “Cause for Canonization” was officially opened, and he is

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now referred to as a ”Servant of God,” the first of 4 steps to sainthood (at times, it A takes centuries). Vincent Capodanno was truly a man who served his country and God. # CLIP AND SAVE Researched and prepared by Sal Moschella OOOOOOOOOOOOO The Golden Lion • November-December 2016 • 23 GL pg 24 Greetings 5_GL pg 17a Gatto-Panza 11/23/16 11:43 AM Page 1

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS Buon Natale! The President, Officers & Members Blessed Christmas & of the Officers and Members of the Happy, Healthy New Year to Perry Como Lodge No. 2846 Northport, NY America Lodge No. 2245 My OSIA Brothers & Sisters Wish you a very MerRy Christmas Gloria Maffettone, President Domenica Diana Grauer & the happiest New Year. President Arturo Toscanini Lodge Home of the NYS President NYS Chair Italian Heritage & Culture Charles Sorrentino President Carolyn Reres

Merry Christmas Buon Natale Spero che questo Natale and Happy New Year Porta Tanta Felicita a Tutti Best Wishes for 2017 Wishing you the music of laughter, the e warmth of friendship & the love of Buon Capodanno Fraternally, family throughout the year Officers and Members of Guglielmo Marconi Lodge #2232 Lt. Joseph Petrosino Lodge #285 President Margaret Ripa Maier & The Officers and Members of the William Trinceri, President William Bray, President Sgt. John Basilone Lodge No. 2442

A Special Greeting to All Buon Natale e Felice Anno Nuovo Buone Natale E Felice Our Brothers, Sisters & Families of OSIA Anno Nuovo From the A Tutti Have a Very Holy, Blessed Christmas Officers & Members & a Happy, Healthy New Year of the Louis Fazzone, President Fr. John Papallo Lodge #2684 Father Vincent R. Capodanno Lodge #212 Ronald Roth - President Gabriele D’ Annunzio Lodge #321 Carl J. Ciaccio, President Schenectady NY

A Blessed Christmas and To All Our Brothers & Sisters in OSIA Happy New Year! May the message of Christmas from the fill your life with joy & peace Officers & Members Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 Daughters & Sons of Italian Heritage No. 2428 Daniel Calise Mark Mascioli, President President

National Arbitration Commissioner Merry Christmas Nick Mauro & Marian Palazzolo and A Happy New Year We Wish All Our Brothers & Sisters of OSIA From A Merry Christmas John Jutt & Staff & A Happy New Year Minuteman Press

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