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N o v i t à Your Cultural and Social Newsletter Volume 10 www.italianamericanclubofvenice.com October 2014 Have you ever gotten “sidetracked”? Sure you have ! Well in our September issue my corollary was to be the activities of the last half of the year…. so much for plans. Several acts of folks like Emma and Dixie called my attention to the wonderful attitude of helping without concern of a thank you or any other kudo. The attitude is all around us at the IACofV …we need only look. It is contagious and what has been a prime factor in our growth. This part of the year has so much happening. We had a birthday celebration in mid- September that was a true treat. Also, Justin, Howie, and crew put on another super Pig Roast . So much for the past tense … as we slip into October we are looking forward to the Columbus Day dinner /dance, the birthday disguising as OKTOBERFEST, two Halloweens, a cute one for the kids and a Costume Party for us old ghouls on the 25 th . Join us for all of these great events and enjoy your Club. I’m out of space with a lot left to tell… come on back next time and we’ll take you to the end of the 2014…….. Ciao, Dick C. N o v i t à Your Cultural and Social Newsletter Contents copyright of the Italian American Club of Venice, Inc. 1375 Ringling Drive, Venice, Fl 34286. 914 486-1492 Linda Bastian, Editor Bruce Bastian, Assistant Editor web: italianamericanclubofvenice.com Email: [email protected] All rights reserved, Copyright 2009 Children’s Halloween Bash Sun. Oct 26th 1 to 3 pm *Entertainment* Food* Fun* Prizes* Featuring ***Pony Rides*** Complimentary for children 10yrs & under! Costumes are required! Bridge Anyone? All welcome on Weds Oct. 1st & 15th 7 pm at Club Info: Karen Gatti 486-0729 The Nominations & Elections Committee The Board will appoint two members in good standing to the Nominations & Elections Committee at the Sept. 25th Board meet- ing. At the Oct 2nd General meeting, three more qualified members will be added from the floor. The Committee will present a slate of candidates for the 2015 elections at the Executive Board meeting on Oct.30th, then to the membership at the General Meeting on Nov 6th, at which time nominations from the floor will also be accepted. For qualifying criteria….. Please refer to The Bylaws Article XII Sections 1 & 2 for additional information. Elections will be held at the Dec 4th General Meeting. *Special Performance *One Night Only *Limited Seating* Coffee & Biscotti will be served. Tickets: At Club or 493-8883 Last Chance! Get Your Tickets now for a fabulous night of **Dining, Dancing & Socializing** Sat Oct. 4th –6pm Tickets available at the Club or by calling Barbara T 493-8883 Columbus Day Dinner/Dance with “Kim Jenkins’ The 5th (Annual?) PIG ROAST was the best yet! A smashing success with 95 people enjoying a fabulous feast! The talented chefs & helpers included: Justin, Howie, Carl W, Steve S, Marino, Ralph, Frank U, Mary, Emma, Linda P, Betty Lou, Grace, Shirley, Judy P, Barbara M, Dick C, Barbara T & Linda B. Once again, the Terzi’s, Justin & Barbara, chaired this popular event & want to thank all of their able helpers! As you can see it takes many willing helpers but also excellent “organizers” to make it a successful event! Mille Grazie to Justin & Barbara! You outdid yourselves & everyone appreciated it! SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 9/14/14 Pasta Broccoli Rabe was the treat of the day enjoyed by 67 lucky people! It was delicious. Betty Lou & Joe Carbone headed up the kitchen crew & helpers consisting of Justin, Ralph, Dick, Mary, Dixie, Emma, Leona, Karl B on Bar, Bruce on the mic & Linda B at the door. Celebrants Included: Birthdays– Dee Martorana, Carole Schmitz, Vito Mazzilli, Ron DeBacco, Fred McCarthy, Maria Tims, Betty Roselle & Sheila Sullivan. Anniversaries– the Terzi’s 39, the Bastian’s 19, the Carbone’s 28 & the Middaugh’s 52! Best wishes to all! There were 9 new/newer members enjoying the interaction with seasoned members. This event was conceived by Bruce in Jan 2010 to foster comaradie & to serve as a means of giving back to the members. It has been one of the most popular since then! Mark your calendars for Sun. Oct. 12th at 4pm for the next one! An Octoberfest theme featuring Traude Wilson’s special potato salad! Come & enjoy an afternoon of fun, food & friends.

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N o v i t à Your Cultural and Social Newsletter

Volume 10 www.italianamericanclubofvenice.com October 2014

Have you ever gotten “sidetracked”? Sure you have ! Well in our September issue my corollary

was to be the activities of the last half of the year…. so much for plans. Several acts of folks like

Emma and Dixie called my attention to the wonderful attitude of helping without concern of a thank you or any other kudo. The attitude is all around us at

the IACofV …we need only look. It is contagious and what has been a prime factor in our growth. This part of the year has so much happening. We had a

birthday celebration in mid- September that was a true treat. Also, Justin, Howie, and crew put on another super Pig Roast . So much for the past tense …

as we slip into October we are looking forward to the Columbus Day dinner /dance, the birthday disguising as OKTOBERFEST, two Halloweens, a cute

one for the kids and a Costume Party for us old ghouls on the 25th. Join us for all of these great events and enjoy your Club.

I’m out of space with a lot left to tell… come on back next time and we’ll take you to the end of the 2014…….. Ciao, Dick C.

N o v i t à Your Cultural and Social Newsletter

Contents copyright of the

Italian American Club of Venice, Inc.

1375 Ringling Drive, Venice, Fl 34286.

914 486-1492 Linda Bastian, Editor

Bruce Bastian, Assistant Editor

web: italianamericanclubofvenice.com

Email: [email protected] All rights reserved, Copyright 2009

Children’s Halloween Bash Sun. Oct 26th 1 to 3 pm *Entertainment* Food* Fun* Prizes*

Featuring ***Pony Rides***

Complimentary for children 10yrs & under!

Costumes are required!

Bridge Anyone? All welcome on

Weds Oct. 1st & 15th

7 pm at Club Info: Karen Gatti

486-0729

The Nominations & Elections Committee

The Board will appoint two members in good standing to the Nominations & Elections Committee at the Sept. 25th Board meet-

ing. At the Oct 2nd General meeting, three more qualified members will be added from the floor. The Committee will present a slate of

candidates for the 2015 elections at the Executive Board meeting on Oct.30th, then to the membership at the General Meeting on Nov 6th, at which time nominations from the floor will also be accepted.

For qualifying criteria….. Please refer to The Bylaws Article XII Sections 1 & 2

for additional information.

Elections will be held at the Dec 4th General Meeting.

*Special Performance *One Night Only *Limited Seating* Coffee & Biscotti will be served. Tickets: At Club or 493-8883

Last Chance! Get Your Tickets now for a fabulous night of **Dining, Dancing & Socializing** Sat Oct. 4th –6pm

Tickets available at the Club or by calling Barbara T 493-8883

Columbus Day Dinner/Dance with “Kim Jenkins’

The 5th (Annual?) PIG ROAST was the best yet! A

smashing success with 95 people enjoying a fabulous feast! The talented chefs & helpers included: Justin, Howie, Carl

W, Steve S, Marino, Ralph, Frank U, Mary, Emma, Linda P, Betty Lou, Grace, Shirley, Judy P, Barbara M, Dick C, Barbara T & Linda B. Once again, the Terzi’s, Justin & Barbara, chaired this popular event & want to thank all of their able helpers! As you can see it takes many willing helpers but also excellent “organizers” to make it a successful event! Mille Grazie to Justin & Barbara!

You outdid yourselves & everyone appreciated it!

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 9/14/14 Pasta Broccoli Rabe was the treat of the day enjoyed by 67

lucky people! It was delicious. Betty Lou & Joe Carbone headed up the kitchen crew & helpers consisting of Justin, Ralph, Dick, Mary, Dixie, Emma, Leona, Karl B on Bar, Bruce on the mic & Linda B at the door. Celebrants Included: Birthdays– Dee Martorana, Carole Schmitz, Vito Mazzilli, Ron DeBacco, Fred McCarthy, Maria Tims, Betty Roselle & Sheila Sullivan. Anniversaries– the Terzi’s 39, the Bastian’s 19, the Carbone’s 28 & the Middaugh’s 52! Best wishes to all! There were 9 new/newer members enjoying the interaction with seasoned members. This event was conceived by Bruce in Jan 2010 to foster comaradie & to serve as a means of giving back to

the members. It has been one of the most popular since then! Mark your calendars for Sun. Oct. 12th at 4pm for the next one! An Octoberfest theme featuring Traude Wilson’s special potato salad! Come & enjoy an afternoon of fun, food & friends.

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October Notable Dates: October 2nd- General Meeting 7:00 pm

October 4th– Columbus Day Celebration 6pm

October 12th–Birthday/Anniversary Octoberfest 4pm

October 25th– Adult Halloween Costume Party 6pm

October 26th– Children’s Halloween Bash 1-3pm. Bring

children, grandchildren, neighbor’s kids! FREE

October 30th—Executive Board Meeting

Wednesday’s Card Games continue

Wednesday’s BRIDGE GAME..All welcome 7pm

Monday Morning Coffee Club 9 to noon

Monday’s Bocce— every Monday after coffee!

Weekly Italian Classes/ Study of Italian Culture

Will resume this month: See flyer for times

Welcome New Members! Frank Benevenga, Vin Feudo, Anita and Peter Massoglia, Mimi Navratil, Lea and Bob Sherman

This month’s list for General Meeting goodies is N to Z. Your contributions are appreciated by everyone.

Luce del Sole Get well soon!

Justin Terzi, Lou Basso, Conrad Perkey, Norman Rao, Phyllis Angelastri

Note: Please call Vi Giancola 497-6942 or [email protected] if you know of someone needing the support of the members through cards, calls & prayers.

Buon Compleanno!

Enjoy one Complimentary Carafe of Wine During Friday Night Pasta Dinner for your Birthday in the Month of October!

Raymond Mariani , Amy Rose 3rd, Sandy McHenry, Joseph Kavanagh, Thomas Palguta 4th, Shirley Opipari 5th, Charles Derrick 6th, Dawn DiGirolamo, Pat Parziale 7th, Lou Sclafani 8th, Robert Cordero 9th, Michael Matarelli 10th, Diane Stabile 11th, Eugenia Navas 13th, Tullio Coccia 14th, Michele Clark, Linda Perhac, Emma Tarhalla 16th, Ivan Ciridnikov 17th, Rosemary Beere, Nick Cocomello 18th, Delores Cekola 21st, Evelyn Delorme 22nd, Victor Dina 26th, Mary Elinsky 27th, Joe DiMarco, 29th, Sonny Gioia 30th

*If we missed your Birthday, please call Barbara Moccia to update your information. Show ID at the Bar to add your name to the list for Oct..

*Save the Dates: Mark your Calendar

Nov. 2nd: 8th Annual Snowbird Appreciation Dinner at Club for Friday Nite workers (Your invitation is one of the benefits of Volunteering on Friday nites!) 3pm Nov. 4th: Sarasota Opera Studio Singers 7pm See Flyer. Nov.6th: General meeting 7 pm Nov. 9th: Birthday/Anniversary Member Celebration 4pm Nov. 16th: Italian Style Thanksgiving Dinner 3pm Nov. 18th: “Italian POWS” Presented by Carlo Ferroni Nov. 29th: Venice Holiday Parade. Walk the route! Ride the float! Hand out beads! Chairperson, Donna Sherman. Dec. 3rd: The Joseph Spinella Show Info coming soon. Dec. 4th: General Meeting 7pm. Club Election Dec. 7th: Board Hosts Member Bithday Celebration 4pm Dec. 13th: Children’s Christmas Party! Complimentary! Dec. 31st: New Years Eve Gala

E-Mail us: [email protected]

*Appreciation Dinner at ROSEBUD’S on Sun Sept.21 for the

Friday Nite workers will be reported on next time. *The new A/C system has been installed in the kitchen *Friday Nite Dinner price increase goes into effect Oct 1st, 2014. Now $10 (member price still $6. Best deal in town!)