NIAF 2011 Convention Weekend Conferences
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Elissa Ruffino (NIAF) 202/939-3106 or elissa@niaf.org
EVENT: NIAF 2011 CONVENTION WEEKEND CONFERENCES
SPONSOR: The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF)
WHEN: Friday, October 28, 2011 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, October 29, 2011 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: The Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20009
NIAF will host its annual convention weekend from October 28-29, 2011 at the Washington Hilton in
Washington, D.C. The Foundation’s 36th Anniversary Gala will be held Saturday evening, concluding two
days of activities. The Foundation’s convention offers the best of Italy in Washington, D.C. All
conferences are free and open to the public,unless otherwise noted.
Friday, October 28, 2011
•Expo Italia – Showcasing the Best of Italy!
Columbia Hall – Terrace Level, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
•NIAF Walk of Honor Unveiling Ceremony
NIAF Headquarters, 1860 19th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009, 10-11 a.m.
•The Victoria J. Mastrobuono Education Luncheon – A special tribute to the late
Hon. Geraldine A. Ferarro
International Ballroom East – Concourse Level, noon to 2 p.m. Cost: $70/person
•“The Italian American Vote, Does it Count?” – A conference featuring leading political strategists and DC insiders discussing the impact of Italian Americans on national elections
Georgetown West – Concourse Level, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
•NIAF-Sbarro Health Research Organization International Workshop:
“New Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research” – presented by Dr. Antonio Giordano, MD, Ph.D.
Georgetown East, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
•NIAF Grant Recipient Presentation: “Reconstructing Italians in Chicago,” a new book release by Fred Gardaphè and Dominic Candeloro
Piscataway Room, Lobby Level 4-5 p.m.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
•NIAF National Council Network/Youth Networking Continental Breakfast
International Ballroom East – Concourse Level, 9-11 a.m.
•Expo Italia – Showcasing the Best of Italy!
Columbia Hall – Terrace Level, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
•Celebrity Luncheon with Live and Silent Auction Showcase featuring entertainers and sports figures
International Ballroom Center – Concourse Level, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $75/person
•Celebrity Cooking Demonstration featuring acclaimed culinary experts
and entertainment
Georgetown East/West – Concourse Level, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage and culture of Americans of Italian descent.
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