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THE NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION
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Italy’s Best Kept Wine Secrets
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February 11th
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NIAF West Palm Beach Dinner
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February 21st
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West Palm Beach, Florida
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The 2nd Annual NIAF Celebrity Golf Classic
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March 30th
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Valencia, Calif.
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NIAF Leads Fundraising Efforts for Southern Italy
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Cyclone Harry has left a trail of devastation across Eastern Sicily, Southern Calabria, and Sardegna. In this critical moment, NIAF stands with our Italian brothers and sisters. We have activated our Italian American Relief fund to support immediate recovery efforts. Your donation will go directly to Italy's Protezione Civile, the national agency coordinating emergency response across all affected regions.
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NIAF Opposes Virginia HB858 to Eliminate Columbus Day
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NIAF strongly opposes Virginia House Bill 858, legislation that would eliminate Columbus Day as an official state holiday and replace it with Indigenous Peoples Day. This marks the third consecutive year that similar legislation has been introduced in the Virginia General Assembly.
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NIAF Statement on the Passing of Rocco Commisso
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NIAF mourns the passing of Rocco B. Commisso, a visionary entrepreneur, proud Italian American, and former NIAF Board Member.
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NIAF Statement on the Passing of Valentino Garavani
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NIAF joins the world in mourning the passing of Valentino Garavani, a visionary fashion designer whose name became synonymous with elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty who passed way at age 93 in his home in Rome.
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Business and Political Tour in Italy for Young Adults
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NIAF is now accepting applications for the 2026 NIAF DiLella Fellows Program--an all-expenses paid strategic business and political tour in Italy for young Italian American and Italophile professionals between the ages of 25-40.
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NIAF Scholarship Program
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Apply now for a scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year. These scholarships are open to outstanding college students across various fields of study.
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AISE: Arcobelli (Cgie): vicinanza e supporto per la Sicilia devastata dal Ciclone Harry
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| Curt Cignetti |
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Congratulations to University of Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti on leading the Hoosiers to winning their first national championship, subsequently becoming the first FBS team to compile a perfect 16–0 season since the 1894 Yale Bulldogs. The Hoosiers defeated the #10 seed University of Miami Hurricanes by a score of 27–21 at Hard Rock Stadium. Auguri, Coach!
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| Italian American Happenings & Resources
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Italian Heritage Night at MSG
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Feb. 9: St. John's Basketball is inviting you to celebrate Italian Heritage Night on February 9th at Madison Square Garden as they face Xavier. In addition to discounted tickets, the first 500 purchasers will get a commemorative St. John's Italian Heritage Night hat. Come celebrate and show your Italian pride and root on the Johnnies as Rick Pitino and the Red Storm take on his son Richard and the visiting Musketeers.
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Italian American Events in Naples, Fla.
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Welcome snowbirds and neighbors! Upcoming events: Feb. 6: Carnevale—masks, music, laughter and a little mischief; Feb. 12: NIAF Italian Cinema Night at Paragon Pavilion; Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance—dining, dancing and romancing—Italian style; Feb. 16 — NIAF Italian Cinema Night at NIAF D’Annunzio Hall; Feb. 18: Researching Your Italian Roots at NIAF D’Annunzio Hall; Feb. 25: Unveiling Italy: Exploring Tuscany Together; Feb. 28: To Hell with Dante—a lively and irreverent evening inspired by Dante’s Inferno. Ongoing at NIAF: Monday Italian classes, Tuesday card parties, Thursday Coed Bocce.
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Cooking Class in Glen Cove, N.Y.
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Feb. 7: Join NOIAW for a special live cooking celebration in honor of the recent UNESCO recognition of Italian cuisine as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (inscribed in December 2025). La Bussola's Head Chef Marco will demonstrate authentic Italian culinary traditions, showcasing timeless recipes, artisanal techniques, and the sustainability and bio-cultural diversity that make Italian cooking truly extraordinary. The cooking demo will be followed by lunch.
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Relic of Saint Carlo Acutis coming to Cincinnati
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Feb. 10 – 12: Catholics of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and surrounding tri-state area will be able to venerate a first-class relic of Saint Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager canonized as the First millennial saint by Pope Leo XIV in 2025. Known as “God’s Influencer,” he is celebrated for using his computer programming skills to document Eucharistic miracles and for his deep devotion to the Catholic faith.
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Language and Culture: An Italian Perspective in Orange, Calif.
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The 10th edition of the Italian Perspective series will be held February 21st in the Musco Center for the Arts on the campus of Chapman University. This year the series will host a thought-provoking celebration of the languages of Italy, explored through both artistic and scholarly lenses. From 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. followed by a reception with light refreshments.
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Wise Women Celebrations in New York during Women's History Month
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The National Organization of Italian American Women's Greater New York Region will celebrate Women's History Month by honoring Three Wise Women on Tuesday, March 3rd at 7 pm at Becco Restaurant, 355 West 46th Street. More details forthcoming. If you have questions, email noiaw@noiaw.org.
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You're Invited to Savor Piemonte: A Taste of Torino June 9-14th
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An intimate, small-group culinary and cultural experience set in Italy’s Piedmont region, birthplace of the Slow Food movement, hosted by Italian American, award-winning cheesemonger Emilia D’Albero. Experience the region's iconic flavors through hands-on culinary workshops. Designed by Vita Casalinga, each journey is personally hosted and thoughtfully curated, offering rare access to regional food traditions, artisans, and everyday Italian life. Explore this exclusive experience and other hosted Italian culinary & lifestyle journeys for 2026. Some dates have already sold out!
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‘Cinema Paradiso’ Director Giuseppe Tornatore Set for Biopic of Bank of America Founder A.P. Giannini
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Oscar-winning Italian director Giuseppe Tornatore (“Cinema Paradiso,” “Ennio”) is set to direct “The First Dollar” a biopic of Bank of America founder Amedeo Peter Giannini who, besides pioneering modern banking, supported Hollywood’s emerging film industry.
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Now on Amazon: Journey to Highclere Castle with The Sicilian Tenors
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Filmed in England at the beautiful Highclere Castle, the special features The Sicilian Tenors, the acclaimed international singing sensations, performing some of their classic repertoire. The Sicilian Tenors are joined by Lady Fiona Carnarvon, who provides fascinating anecdotes about Downton Abbey, the Queen's visits, and the 5th Earl of Carnarvon.
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Edited by Gabriella Mileti
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NIAF is an America250 Supporting Partner.
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