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First Lady’s Receptionby Dorothy Berlandi

Walk-a-thonby Dorothy Berlandi

2010 Grand Lodge Bocce Tournamentby Ron Hill

Mother Nature provided the sunshine, our Filial Lodges provided the players and the Watertown Lodge, Piave Fiume #1036, provided the coffee donuts, bocce courts and the collation. All that was left was to have the teams play bocce. State Sports Commis-sion Chairman Steve DeAngelis, his Co-Chairmen Marcello Stisi and Loreto Pellegrini and the members of the Sports Com-mission organized the selec-tion of brackets for teams to compete.

FIRST PLACE – JUNIOR DIVISION — State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, David Caira, Mark Caira, State President James DiStefano, Amy Caira, Alessandra Farina and Sports Chairman Stephen DeAngelis.

As play began on all four bocce courts, the crowd grew to watch the best of the lodges compete against each other. There were some accurate and some not so accurate shots among the Men’s, Women’s and Junior Divisions.

First place in the Men’s divi-sion went to a Watertown Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 team, with players Lucianno Camilli, Anto-nio Baccari, Romeo Cardarelli and Gino Salvucci.

Second place also went to a Piave Fiume #1036 team, with

members Lino Rullo, Rocco Bottega, Renzo Rullo and Louis D’Amico.

In the Women’s Division, fi rst place went to a team from the Watertown Ladies Lodge, Cor-nelia dei Gracchi #1583. The team members were Donna Mazzola, Lisa Cimino, Mary Grinley and Mary Ann Bourque. Second place also went to a Cor-nelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 team, featuring Gerri Cimino, Phyllis Tortolla, Jose Mazzullo

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On Sunday, September 26, 2010 our annual Walk-A-thon was held at Breakheart Res-ervation in Saugus, Massa-chusetts. It was a clear, crisp morning just perfect for a Walk-a-thon. Committee members arrived early to help set up the registration table, the cook-ing area, food, hot coffee and donuts for the early workers.

Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr., Chairman of the Walk-a-thon, handed out assignments. Sister Dorothy Berlandi and Sister Anna Sacca handled the registration table. Sister Michelle Bertoldi was in charge of the t-shirts, which were a beautiful shade of yellow with

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On Sunday, October 3, 2010 at the Crestview in Woburn, our First Lady Kathy DiStefano was honored.

The festivities commenced at noon with a cocktail hour fo l lowed by a luncheon. The chairmen for this event were Immediate Past Presi-

dent Florence Ferullo Kane, National Recording Secretary Rita Maletta-Robak and Ann Hill. The Master of Ceremonies was Executive Director Paul Guida.

Our First Lady Kathleen Theresa (Kimberley) DiStefano was born in Cambridge, Massa-

chusetts. Her father emigrated from England as a teenager and her mother was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Kathy grew up in Belmont and attended Belmont Schools and Bryant and Stratton Business School. She has a brother, John, who lives in Connecticut with his wife Lucy, their two daugh-ters and four grandchildren.

Kathy is the mother of two children, Michael and Kimberley DiStefano, who have grown up around the Sons of Italy. Kim is the Financial Sec-retary of the Belmont Mixed Lodge and Michael is the State Treasurer of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts.

In 1972, State President James DiStefano, his father and brothers started their own construction business. To help out fi nancially, Kathy went back to work part-time for twelve years at a local phar-macy. As her parents aged and were in failing health, Kathy

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The Grand Lodge of Massa-chusetts, in conjunction with Worcester Lodge #168, cel-ebrated the 21st Annual Memo-rial Mass on Sunday, October 17, 2010 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Saint Ann Parish in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Our celebrant and homilist was Worcester Lodge member Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini. Monsignor Piccolomini gave a very interesting homily nar-rating the travels of his par-

Grand Lodge Memorial Massby Dorothy Berlandi

ents and grandparents from Italy and the hardships they endured. He noted that this Mass was a memorial mass for all the departed members of the Order Sons of Italy and touched on how the Order has grown over 105 years and what it stands for.

The lector for the fi rst reading was State First Vice President Carmelita Bello, and Charitable

Msgr. Rocco Piccolomini, Chaplain of Worcester Lodge #168, exhorting attendees of the Memorial Mass to continue to pray and remember those who came before us.

Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 President Joan Wilson, State First Lady Kathy DiStefano and Kitty Ruggiero.

State President James DiStefano, Salem Lodge members and Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr.

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STATE COUNCIL JAMES DI STEFANO State President CARMELITA BELLO State 1st Vice President ANTONIO SESTITO State 2nd Vice President FLORENCE FERULLO KANE Immediate Past President ROBERT BONCORE, ESQ. State Orator RON HILL State Recording Secretary CATHERINE BOURASSA State Financial Secretary MICHAEL DI STEFANO State Treasurer

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STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT NO. 1 LOUIS E. FLORIANI, JR.

DISTRICT N0. 2 MARGARET CAMPBELL

DISTRICT NO. 3 FRANCO BATTISTA MATTHEW J. EZEKIEL

DISTRICT NO. 4 DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO

DISTRICT NO. 5 DENISE FURNARI

DISTRICT NO. 6 MARIE JACKSON

DISTRICT NO. 7 THERESA FARINA

AT-LARGE CAROL ROSSI RICHARD R. SACCA JOHN J. SILVA, JR.

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BENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION WALTER ROBAK, President

ANTHONY PANAGGIO, JR., TreasurerPAUL DI BONA, Secretary

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DIANE MODICA - RICHARD PICONE - ROSS ZAGAMI

CHAIRMEN OF PERMANENT COMMISSIONS

BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION ARTHUR BENNETT

CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL TRUST ANGELO ROSSI

CHARITY COMMISSION MARYLOU ABBATESSA

COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE ALBERT DE NAPOLI

HISTORICAL COMMISSION DELIA BARTUCCA

ITALIAN CULTURE COMMISSION PATRICK MORENO

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JUNIOR DIVISION COMMISSION CHARLES DE STEFANO

MAGAZINE COMMISSION PAMELA DONNARUMA

MEMBERSHIP COMMISSION ANTONIO SESTITO

ORGANIZATION AND EDUCATION COMMISSION STEPHEN A. COZZAGLIO

PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMISSION DOROTHY BERLANDI

SCHOLARSHIP COMMISSION DONNA GIULIANI

SPORTS COMMISSION STEPHEN DE ANGELIS

STATE DEPUTY RITA MALETTA-ROBAK

NATIONAL OFFICERS KEVIN A. CAIRA, National 2nd Vice President

RITA MALETTA-ROBAK, National Recording SecretaryPHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ., National Past President

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On Friday, October 1, 2010 the October Italian Heritage Month Committee held a kick-off celebration at the Massachusetts State House. Many members of the committee along with Italian organizations and dignitaries attended the event. October Italian Heritage is celebrating its 12th year in Massachusetts. Please check out www.italianheritagemonth.com for a complete list of events. Front row, left to right: Honorable Joseph V. Ferrino, Ret., OIHM Chairman Emeritus; Tom Materazzo, Veteran Commissioner, Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Gena Ricciardi, Segr. Public Relations Italian Cultural Society at Northeastern University, Honoree of the Dr. Carlo Cipollone Educational Award; Lucia Clark, OIHM Recording Secretary. Back row, left to right: Honorable Peter W. Agnes, Jr.; Luigi Munno, Acting Consul General of Italy, and Honorary Chairman; Comm. Lino Rullo, President Emeritus; Yolanda Cellucci, National Fashion Leader, Honoree Entrepreneurial Award, Sal Bramante (Rear) Vice-President of Fiscal Affairs; State Auditor Joe DeNucci, Honoree Italian American Heritage Month Award; Anna Quadri, OIHM Director of Public Relations; James DiStefano, State President OSIA, Director; Kevin Caira, President of OIHM; Dr. Spencer DiScala, Historian and Post-Gazette Editor and Publisher Pamela Donnaruma.

(Photo by Rosario Scabin, Ross Photography)

October Italian Heritage Month Kick-off Event

Dear Sisters and Brothers;Kathy and I would l ike

to welcome to Boston our new Consul General of Italy Giuseppe Pastorelli, and his lovely wife Lilla and their three-month-old son Andrea Richard. We look forward to working together with the Consul Gen-eral in the Italian American Community.

On September 19, we held our annual Bocce Tournament at the Watertown Lodge; the men’s champs of 2009 from Watertown got knocked off, as another team from Watertown is our new State Champs for 2010. In the Ladies Division the Watertown Ladies knocked of the 2009 champs from the Natick Lodge. The Junior Divi-sion Champs from Wilmington won again.

Thanks to brothers Angelo Rossi Chairman of C&E Trust and Anthony Panaggio Jr. for the great work done at our annual Walk-a-thon, at Break-heart Reservation in Saugus. It is through their great effort that our Scholarship program can continue. Thank you Brothers Angelo and Anthony.

On October 1st the Kick Off for Italian Heritage Month was once again on full display at the State House, a large crowd assembled to get the month of October as Italian Heritage Month underway. A thank you

goes out to Brother Kevin Caira, the President of the October Heritage Committee, for all the great work that is done by that committee. Also thanks to the founders of October Heritage Month, Judge Joseph Fer-rino, Judge Agnes, Dr. Stephen Mayo, and of course Mr. Emeri-tus for the Italian Community Mr. Lino Rullo.

On October 3rd, the First La-dies Reception was held at the Crestview in Woburn. Kathy was elated to see the members who attended have such a great time. It was absolutely a beau-tiful afternoon and Kathy and I would like to thank all those who attended.

We all know that the lifeline of our organization is member-ship, and Brother Tony Sistito as chairman of Membership, put together five great Open Houses in each district. The response for a fi rst time event like this was good, but I’m sure next year’s will be even better. Each lodge where the event was held put out a great meal, and prospective members enjoyed the presentation and natu-rally the delicious Italian food. Thanks to Brother Tony and his Membership Committee.

Our Italian pride was out in full bloom on October 10th for our Columbus Day Parade, held in East Boston. The parade was lead by the Renaissance

Lodge’s 80 antique cars, thanks to Brother Dean Saluti and his Auto Club for the great turnout to help support the Order Sons of Italy. The number of march-ers this year was a little disap-pointing. Division 2, which is the Sons of Italy division, was a bit light this year. Thanks to all those who brought fl oats or low bed trucks, bands and the marchers who all had a great time. It’s just too bad more Brothers and Sisters didn’t enjoy the great experience.

Our annul Mass for our de-parted members was held in Worcester this year, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel church. The beautiful church held about 150 members who enjoyed the mass and the wonderful Homily given by Monsignor Rocco. After the celebration of mass we all had a fantastic breakfast, thanks to Sisters Kathy Bourassa and Carol Rossi for putting together a beautiful day.

The Sports Committee put on a great day of cribbage at the Quincy Lodge. Fifty members came to show off their cribbage skills, a great day was had by all, and a thank you goes out to Sister Michelle Bertoldi and Sister Donna Baker along with their committee for putting together a great meal. Brother Steve DeAngelis is already ex-

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Hometown: Revere, MassachusettsItalian Roots: Occupation: College ProfessorJoined OSIA: May of 1994Current Lodge: Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge #2614Chief Duties State: State Trustee-at-LargeInitiatives, Plans, Goals: Assist the Grand Council Offi cers in serving our Filial Lodges and our statewide members.OSIA’s Greatest Strength: Our strength is the open heartedness of our members.Advice for Lodge Presidents: Continue to recruit new members – Stress networking of all OSIA members across the state and nation.

Hometown: Natick, MassachusettsItalian Roots: Paternal Grandparents – Caserta in Campania Region – DeFilipoOccupation: Was a paralegal, full-time. Now working part-time as an Insurance Adjuster.Joined OSIA: April 1994Current Lodge: Belmont Mixed Lodge #1094Current Position and Main Responsibilities in OSIA: My duties as a State Trustee-at-Large are the coordination of the Memorial Mass in November, Liaison to the Charity Commission, and the Sunshine Lady of the Grand Council. Initiatives, Plans, Goals: My fi rst plan/goal is to visit lodges meeting offi cers and members and listen to their needs and concerns and to let them know that the Council is here to serve them. I am also hopeful to attend as many Lodge functions as possible. Another way I want to show that our Council is concerned for each member is to extend my role as “Madame Lady Sunshine” by sending remembrances from the Council to any Lodge member who has an extended serious illness or is in need of a word of condolence for the loss of a loved one.OSIA’s Greatest Strength: It is my belief that our greatest strength is our heritage and the pride that we have in that heritage. We must keep this alive. OSIA Could Improve: The membership in our Order is declining and on this we must improve. We must pass this pride in our heritage on to our children and our children’s children.How Can We Do Th at: We must change our focus to embrace these generations and revive within them the same pride we have in our heritage. We must sponsor/promote events that will be of interest to their generation while at the same time keeping our heritage alive and vibrant. We must make their membership in our Order meaningful to them. Advice to Lodge Presidents: One of the principles upon which our Order is based is “Fraternity” which I believe is essential if we are to grow. Each one of us is different but we all share the same pride in our heritage. Each of us has our own unique talents and abilities to offer; yet we are all a part of a rich legacy. We may not all have the same opinion as to the pattern of the line up; however, we are all Italian at the core. If we do not pull our weight in the line-up or there is discord, the end result will be affected. We are all important to our lodges and to the survival of OSIA as an organization. We must be united in the lineup and work together in “Fraternity” for the organization to grow and reach out to our younger generations.

Hometown: Arlington, MassachusettsItalian Roots: Naples and SicilyOccupation: Construction/Operating EngineerJoined OSIA: Early 1970’sCurrent Lodge: Arlington Men’s Lodge #1349, Arlington,MassachusettsCurrent Position and Main Responsibility: State Trustee-at-LargePlans, Initiatives, Goals: To do whatever I can as a State Trustee to help the Order. OSIA’s Greatest Strength: The entire membership, because without members there is no Order Sons of Italy.OSIA Could Improve: 1. Membership 2. Compliance with the By-Laws of the Order by all.How Can Th is Be Done: Encourage people to join the Order Sons of Italy, and by allowing the authorized person(s) to enforce the By-Laws.Advice to Lodge Presidents: To always conduct themselves in a positive manner, showing respect for all members, especially at monthly meetings. Take the time to include all members in lodge meetings and functions.

Meet JOHN SILVA, JR., State Trustee-at-Large

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Meet RICHARD SACCA, State Trustee-at-Large

The new Consul General of Italy in Boston Giuseppe Pas-torelli, his wife and three month old son arrived in Boston a few days ago. Upon arrival he quickly noted how beautiful Boston is and commented on the beautiful weather. Appar-ently he was warned of the harsh New England winters and was encouraged to bring a heavy winter coat and much more importantly he was told to never wear a Yankees cap. With this sound advice he was ready to go!

I met with Giuseppe at the Consul General Offi ces located on Atlantic Avenue overlooking a spectacular view of Boston. From his new offi ce, the Consul General of Italy Boston, Pas-torelli, remarked on the beauty of our city. “This is my first time in Boston. Although I have been to other cities such as Washington, D.C., Miami, New York, and San Francisco, I am overwhelmed by the beauty of this great city that I would like to call a “small big city.”

He remarked that “Boston so far, has been nothing but welcoming in every aspect.” On his immediate arrival at Logan Airport he said with laugh that he didn’t feel like “a foreigner.” As he is starting to meet members of the Italian community he notes that even walking through parts of Boston he feels a sense of familiarity and friendship. Being appointed as Consul General of Italy in Boston, Pastorellli at the young age of 37 took this position and moved here with his wife Lilla and three month old son Andrea Richard.

In 1997 he entered the For-eign Ministry in Rome and spent approximately three years working from the Rome offi ce. In 2000 he was sent to Turkey as head of the Commercial section of the Embassy. He oversaw trade between Italy and Tur-key and assisted in the billion dollar growth that took place there. He was later appointed to the Embassy in Budapset as Deputy Head of Mission. It was during his appointment in Hun-gary that he met his lovely wife who incidentally also worked at the Embassy. She was born in Hungary but studied Italian. Their business relationship soon turned into personal and

Boston Welcomes Giuseppe PastorelliNew Consul General of Italy in Boston

by Pamela Donnaruma

they wed on March 12, 2008. As husband and wife they moved to Rome at the end of his ten-ure and Lilla began working in an Italian law fi rm and she also worked for a short time in the Hungarian Embassy to the Vatican. Meanwhile, Pastorelli worked at the Foreign Ministry handling the Eastern African department where he worked closely with the United States Embassy throughout those years.

Pastorelli was then given the option to take on another overseas position or remain working in Rome. The couple decided that it would be a great opportunity to move to Boston with their child and experience the United States.

It had always been a dream for Pastorelli to work in the States, in fact as he applied for his next posting, Boston was his fi rst choice and fortunately he got it. “This new position is a fi rst for me in many ways. It’s my fi rst consular position. I’ve always worked in the Embassy and Ministries and it has been a personal goal of mine to work in the Consular division. This position is brand new for me as I oversee the entire staff that serves over 15,000 registered Italians in the New England area. I also take on this posi-tion with a family which is very comforting to me.”

When asked what he would like to see happen at the Con-sulate of Italy, Boston under his leadership he said, “I want to continue the excellent work from my predecessors by keep-ing the Consul General Offi ce open to everyone. We must be close to the people. I would like for the people of Boston to know that the Consul General offi ce is not just an institution you visit when seeking visas and passports. Some of my goals are to streamline Italian talents, promote culture, and economic events, to increase the instruction of Italian lan-guage to adults and specifi cally children, to educate and inform non-Italians who are interested in Italy. But most of all I want to join the Italian community together and other communities as a whole.

He emphasized the excellence he feels in Boston; the cul-ture, institutions, educational facilities, entertainment and sports.

He will get the opportunity to do this and more as 2011 will mark the 150th Anniversary of the unifi cation of Italy. “I will work on this celebration with the help of the Italian com-munity to celebrate our history and present it to the American people.” He is looking forward to meeting everyone and is eager to begin his position as Consul General of Italy, Boston. For now he will continue to famil-iarize himself with Boston “I will enjoy the remaining days of autumn before I have to pull out my winter coat”, he laughed. Pastorelli missed baseball sea-son and now has more than enough time to purchase his Red Sox cap.

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JANUARY 30, 2011 Dart Tournament Sons of Italy Newton, MA

FEBRUARY 5, 2011 Carnevale Veneziano The Crestview Woburn, MA

MAY 1, 2011 Law & Justice Breakfast Lombardo’s Randolph, MA

JUNE 23-26, 2011 State Convention Radisson Hotel Nashua, NH

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gave up work to care for them for many years.

Kathy’s granddaughter, Val-erie, was born in 1997 and grandson, Michael, was born in 2002. Kathy helped out with the grandchildren when her daughter-in-law Maura went back to work.

As a member of the Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 since 1986, Kathy has been very active in all their activities.

As First Lady of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Kathy’s love of family and friends, and her love and support of Jimmy as State President is something that is evident to all Brothers and Sisters.

To begin the program Brother Guida introduced the First Lady’s Reception Co-Chairs, Rita Maletta-Robak, Ann Hill escorted by State Recording Secretary Ron Hill, and Flor-ence Ferullo Kane escorted by State Second Vice President Antonio Sestito.

This was followed by the introduction of State Past

First Lady’s Reception (Continued from Page 1)

First Ladies by Brother Guida: Mrs. Loretta Caira escorted by State Second Vice President Antonio Sestito, Mrs. Nata-lie Furnari escorted by State Recording Secretary Ron Hill, Mrs. Goldie Boncore escorted by National and State Past Presi-dent Philip R. Boncore, Esq., Mrs. Pauline Russo escorted by State Past President Joseph Russo and Mrs. Cheryl Caira escorted by National Second Vice President and State Past President Kevin Caira.

Co-Chair Ann Hill introduced the family and head table guests as they were escorted to their seats: Mrs. Adriana DiStefano, mother of our State President, escorted by State Recording Secretary Ron Hill; Mr. John Kimberley, brother of our First Lady, and Mrs. Lucy Kimberley; State Chaplain Reverend Gregory Mercurio es-corted by Joan Wilson; grand-children Valerie and Michael DiStefano escorted by Paula Van Horn; daughter Kimberley DiStefano and Chris Patria; son

Michael and Maura DiStefano and fi nally our honoree, State First Lady Kathy DiStefano and State President James DiStefano.

State Immediate Past Presi-dent Florence Ferullo Kane brought greetings from the Grand Lodge of Massachu-setts, and Reverend Gregory Mercurio gave the invocation.

A very delicious luncheon was served and all enjoyed the music by Brother Ross

Zagami.During the program a digital

collection of photos of our First Lady through the years was shown. Brother Dean Saluti and Sister Marjorie Cahn put the collection together.

S tate P res ident Ja mes DiStefano then presented his remarks and thanked all who had worked so hard in making this reception a success.

The First Lady’s daughter and

son, Kimberley and Michael DiStefano, made their presenta-tion to their mother. Others who wished to make a presentation followed, and fi nally the Recep-tion Co-Chairmen, Florence Ferullo Kane, Rita Maletta-Robak and Ann Hill made their presentation.

It was a beautiful recep-tion for a lovely First Lady, Kathleen Theresa (Kimberley) DiStefano. Kathy, you make us proud!

State President James DiStefano and wife First Lady Kathy DiStefano.

First Ladies Family: Seated, L to R: Mikey, Kimberley, Kathy, James and Mrs. Adriana DiStefano. Standing, L to R: Maura, Michael and Valerie.

OSIA Grand Lodge Former 1st Ladies, L to R: Pauline Russo, Natalie Furnari, First Lady Kathy DiStefano, Loretta Caira, Cheryl Caira and Goldi Boncore.

First Ladies Reception Committee

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First Ladies Family and Friends Worcester Lodge

Belmont Montessori Ladies Waltham Ladies, Franklin Lodge Renaissance Lodge

Waltham Ladies-Franklin Lodge Watertown Mens-Watertown Ladies-Winchester

Winthrop Ladies-Watertown Ladies Watertown Lodge Belmont Mixed

Wilmington-Rochester, NH Walpole Foxboro Lodge-Pittsfield-Lee Burlington-Salem-Norwood

Newton-Belmont-Rockland-Quincy-Medford Watertown Ladies Lodge Winthrop

Watertown LodgeCornelia Dei Gracchi Lodge

Belmont Mixed, Roslindale, Hingham Ladies Mens Friends

Canton-Belmont Mixed-Braintree Ladies-Winchester-Saugus

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On Thursday, September 16, 2010, a fundraiser for the Walk-a-thon was held at Shooters Bar and Grill at 355 Ferry Street, Everett, Massachusetts. Immediate Past President Florence Ferullo Kane and Sibby Birritteri of the Lt. Alexander Santilli Lodge #2852 of Everett collaborated to make this fundraiser a success.

The success of the annual Walk-a-thon is necessary, as the funds raised from the event are used to support our annual schol-arships. There were members in attendance from the Belmont Mixed Lodge, Piave Fiume and Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodges of Water-town, Angelo Giuseppi Roncalli Lodge of Wilmington, Granite State Lodge of Roch-ester, N.H., Lt. Alexander Santilli Lodge of Everett, Braintree Ladies Lodge, Winchester Ladies Lodge, Medford Lodge, Figli D’Italia Lodge of Saugus, and the Winthrop Mixed Lodge.

A delicious buffet was served consisting of two different types of pasta: chicken, broccoli and ziti and bow ties with a tangy marinara sauce, sausages, peppers, onions

Walk-a-Thon Fundraiserby Dorothy Berlandi

and potatoes, and garden salad. Sister Kane donated dessert and coffee. A cash bar was also available.

Sister Kane welcomed and thanked every-one for supporting the Walk-a-thon Fund-raiser. She then introduced Walk-a-thon Chairman Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr., who spoke on the upcoming Walk-a-thon and its importance. He reminded all that it was to be held on Sunday, September 26, 2010 at the Breakheart Reservation in Saugus, Mas-sachusetts. Brother Panaggio also thanked Sibby Birriteri for hosting the event at his restaurant. He encouraged members to get the pledges out and advertise the need for walkers.

State President James DiStefano was in-troduced and he reiterated the need for this Walk-a-thon to be a success. He thanked everyone who attended the fundraiser and Sister Kane for her support.

Before the evening came to a close there was a raffl e of items donated by members in attendance, and it was evident that the evening was a great success.

purple printing. They carried the names of members and businesses that donated to the fundraiser, and were distrib-uted to all of the participating walkers.

Special thanks were given to our chefs from the Newton Men’s Lodge, Stephen Cedrone, Savio Cedrone and Robert Luchetti. They did a fantastic job feeding our hungry walkers upon their return.

T h i s y e a r t h e p r i z e s were awarded as fol lows: the f i rst walker to f inish was Kristen Faelica, and the first junior walker to finish was David Caira. The individ-ual who brought in the most money was Immediate Past President Florence Ferullo Kane, and the Lodge that brought in the most money was the Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183 (Wilmington).

Charitable and Educational Trust Chairman Angelo Rossi and State President James DiStefano gave a special gift to each winner.

Chairman Anthony Panaggio, Jr., thanked his committee who helped to make this Walk-a-thon a success.

As we all know, the Walk-a-thon is held as a fundraiser for our perpetual scholarship fund, so that we may continue to support our students as they pursue their goals of higher education each year. Keeping all this in mind, let us all make a special effort to participate in the Walk-a-thon in the year 2011.

Before the day came to an end State President James DiStefano reappointed Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr. to be the 2011 Chairman for the Walk-a-Thon.

Walk-a-Thon (Continued from Page 1)

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Walk-a-Thon (Continued from Page 6)

(Photos by Dom Campochiaro, D&S Video www.dsvideophoto.com)

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The annual Columbus Day Parade was held on Sunday, October 10, 2010 in East Boston. The parade assembled behind the Grandstand in the Suffolk Downs Parking Lot at 11:00 A.M., and the parade commenced at 1:00 P.M. The Sons of Italy contingent was in the 3rd Division.

Our photographer Domenic Campochiaro captured many interesting photos of this parade and we will let the pictures tell the story, as pictures are worth a thousand words.

Columbus Day Paradeby Dorothy Berlandi

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Columbus Day Parade (Continued from Page 8)

(Photos by Dom Campochiaro, D&S Video www.dsvideophoto.com)

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Merry Christmas and

Merry Christmas &Happy New Year

Cornelia dei GracchiLodge #1583

Watertown, Massachusetts

Wishing you lots of treats and aWoofy Christmas and Barky New Year

Diamond O. Guida

Merry Christmas andHappy New Year

Dorothy BerlandiPublic Relations Chairman

Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411NATICK, MA

Merry Christmas and aHappy New Year

Buon Natalee un

Felice Anno Nuovo!

Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584

Happy & Healthy Holidaysto My Sisters & Brothers

Carmelita BelloState 1st Vice President

The Officers and Members of theQuattro Eroi Lodge #1414

FRANKLIN, MA

We wish you a Blessed andMerry Christmas and Happy Healthy 2011

Buon Natale eFelice Anno Nuovo

State 2nd Vice PresidentAntonio and Marieanne

Sestito

Ron & AnnHill

Happy Holidays

Buon Natale eFelice Anno Nuovo

South Shore Ladies Lodge #1851HINGHAM, MA

Wishing all our Lodge Brothers and Sistersa Healthy and Happy New Year

Christopher Columbus Lodge #216BROCKTON, MA

Merry Christmasand

Happy New Year

BRAINTREE LADIES LODGE #1422

Best Wishes for aHappy, Healthy Holiday Season

Sgt. Guido Petrilli Mixed Lodge #1606ROSLINDALE, MA

May peace by your gift at Christmas andyour blessing all year through

Stella Del Nord Lodge #1436QUINCY, MA

Happy Holidays

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2010 PAGE 11SONS OF ITALY NEWS

nd a Happy New Year

A Very Merry Christmasand a Most

Happy and Blessed New YearMaria Montessori Lodge #1744

BELMONT, MASSACHUSETTS

G. MARCONI LODGE #1620Lee, Massachusetts

Wishing Everyone aMerry Christmas anda Happy New Year

Pamela DonnarumaEditor, Sons of Italy News

BurlingtonLodge #2223

A Blessed and PeacefulNew Year to all of us

Buon Natale, e Felice Anno Nuovo

Peabody LadiesLodge #1964

Merry Christmasfrom the

Officers and Members ofCRISTOFORO COLOMBO

REGINA ELENA LODGE #169FITCHBURG, MA

Merry Christmasand Happy New Year

Angelo Giuseppe RoncalliLodge #2183

WILMINGTON, MA

All the members of theLAWRENCE LADIES LODGE #2026

extend their best wishesfor a Blessed, Joyous Christmas!

May the New Year be filled with goodhealth, happiness and prosperity!

Merry Christmas andHappy New Year

Caira

National 2nd Vice PresidentKevin, Cheryl, Amy and David

Granite State Lodge #2380Rochester, NH

Buon Natale &un prosperoso

Anno Nuovo a tutti

Wishing everyone warm and friendly wishesfor a Very Merry Christmas and aHappy and Healthy New Year!!

The Officers and Members ofVENEZIA LODGE #374

ROCKLAND, MA

Buon Natalee Felice Anno Nuovo!!

Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057JOSEPH A. BONCORE, PRESIDENT

Il suono allegro delle campanericorda a tutti che sono arrivati le feste sante.

Che questi giorni siano pieni dell’allegria per voi,per la vostra famiglia e per i vostri soci.

Wishes you all a Happy, Joyous& Safe Holiday Season!

Buon Natale!

Worcester Lodge #168

Merry Christmas and aHappy Healthy New Year

to all our Brothers, Sisters and friends

from the Members of theARLINGTON SONS OF ITALY #1349

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Billerica Mixed Lodge #2268 andDr. Robert J. Calabrese Junior Lodge #2863

State President

James and Kathy

DiStefano

Buon Natale,e

Felice AnnoNuovo

PAGE 12 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2010SONS OF ITALY NEWS

The annual Grand Lodge Cribbage Tournament took place on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the home of Quincy Lodge #1295. Sports Commis-sion Chairman Steve DeAngelis and his committee of Francis Cedrone, Steve Cedrone and Loreto Pellegrini announced the rules to over fourteen teams. Cribbage is very popular in the United States with many cribbage leagues and clubs in existence, and is one of the most popular games in the Eng-lish-speaking world. For over 400 years the game has been played virtually unchanged. Weird statements like “Fifteen-Two?”, “Fifteen-Four?”, “A Pair for Six?” a “Run for Three?” the

Sports Commission Chairman Steve DeAngelis, Shirley DeRoma, State President James DiStefano, Terry Rezendes and State Treasurer Michael DiStefano.

GRAND LODGE CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENTby Ron Hill

Sports Commission Chairman Steve DeAngelis, Bill Graham, State President James DiStefano, Ed Dempsey and State Treasurer Michael DiStefano.

Sports Commission Chairman Steve DeAngelis, Peter Johnson, State President James DiStefano, Kevin Mulligan and State Treasurer Michael DiStefano.

Sports Commission Chairman Steve DeAngelis, Ed Roche, State President James DiStefano, Ann Marie Moreno and State Treasurer Michael DiStefano.

“Right Jack?” could be heard in the hall all day. After a fantastic lunch provided by the Stella Del Nord Lodge #1436 (Quincy Ladies), play resumed. When the Tournament was over, the 2010 Grand Lodge Cribbage winners were:

First Place: Bill Graham & Ed Dempsey – Quincy Lodge #1295

Second Place: Peter Johnson & Kevin Mulligan – Quincy Lodge #1295

Third Place: Ann Marie Moreno & Ed Roche – Quincy Lodge #1295

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Mr. James DiStefano, State PresidentGrand Lodge of Massachusetts, OSIA93 Concord AvenueBelmont, MA 02478 Dear Jim:

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Board members and all the OSIA members that attended our recent Executive Session in Cambridge, Massachusetts, please accept my heartfelt thanks and congratulations on a marvelous job and meeting. We all were warmly taken by your and the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts’s generous hospitality and fraternity.

The Thursday night Clambake at your lodge was certainly a highlight, enjoyed and much appreciated by all.

Thanks and kudos, of course, is also owed and to be given to the Massachusetts Grand Lodge and its members for making the group feel so welcome. Well done!

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Sincerely & fraternally,

Joseph DiTrapaniOSIA National President

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Mass (Continued from Page 1)

(L-R): Co-Chairman Carol Rossi, State President James DiStefano and Co-Chairman Cathy Bourassa.

State President and First Lady James and Kathy DiStefano with members of the State Council.

State President James DiStefano with Benefit Insurance Commissioner Mary Ann Bello and Chairmen of Permanent Commissions.

Charitable and Educational Trust Chairman Angelo Rossi delivers the second reading.

(L-R): State President James DiStefano, State First Lady Kathy DiStefano, Immediate Past President Florence Ferullo Kane, State Past First Lady Pauline Russo and State Past President Joseph Russo.

and Educational Trust Chair-man Angelo Rossi gave the second reading. The Offertory Procession was lead by State President and First Lady James and Kathy DiStefano, State Second Vice President Antonio Sestito and State Financial Secretary Cathy Bourassa. Eucharistic Ministers Helen Aromando, Mary Ann Bello, Donna M. Giuliani and Maria Sciannameo were from Worces-ter Lodge #168, as were the ushers. Frank Goyette directed the music.

After the Mass a delicious brunch, catered by the Gar-den Fresh Courthouse Café of Worcester, was served by Angelo Rossi, Carol Rossi and Cathy Bourassa at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Recre-ation Hall.

The Mass was well attended, and I would encourage mem-bers to attend in the future. The Church, Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini and the Worcester Lodge members made this a very special day for all. We congratu-late co-chairmen State Finan-cial Secretary Cathy Bourassa and State Trustee-at-Large Carol Rossi for making this 21st

Annual Memorial Mass such a success.

A special note: Never let it be said that Italians run out of food! Carol Rossi and Angelo Rossi donated the leftover food to veterans at a homeless shel-ter not far from the church, who were overjoyed with the special treat.

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members while looking for ways to generate income for the Grand Lodge. I have been spending the past few months designing a program that I believe has value for all Sons of Italy Members.

It is therefore with great pleasure that I am announcing an insurance program designed to provide savings directly to you on your auto and home insurance while generating income for our beloved Grand Lodge of Massachusetts.

The program operates like a Cooperative. When we all buy together we benefi t directly through special discounts and the Grand Lodge benefi ts through increased revenue.

Participation in the program does not require any extra effort on your part. The Grand Lodge Auto and Home Program functions this way:

1. You contact Ross Zagami – Benefi t Insurance Commissioner 2. I provide you with a quote3. You receive savings 4. The Grand Lodge receives a marketing fee for every policy that is writtenWe all know how challenging it is for the Grand Lodge to meet its fi nancial obligations locally as well as nationally. Every dollar

counts. You will see that the Grand Lodge Auto and Home Program can help meet this challenge by generating meaningful income for our Grand Lodge.

GETTING STARTED IS EASYTo start helping yourself and the Grand Lodge call for a no obligation quote:Ross Zagami 617-484-4466 (phone) 617-484-4467 (fax)Keep in mind that a large percentage of Massachusetts auto insurance policies renew in January.

Call today and you can IMMEDIATELY start saving money while generating a marketing fee for the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts.

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place was awarded to the team from the Wilmington Junior Lodge #3729, with players Alessandra Farina, Amy Caira, David Caira and Mark Caira. Second place in the Junior Di-vision was awarded to Gianna Buscone, Michelle Soel, Stan-ley Dancewitz and Katelyn Stevens.

Additional photos of the Grand Lodge Bocce Tournament can be viewed on our website at: http://www.osiama.org/photos

The State President and State Offi cers would like to thank all who contributed to this great event and to all the participants who made this day a tribute to our fraternity.

FIRST PLACE – MEN’S DIVISION — State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, Sports Chairman Stephen DeAngelis, Luciano Camilli, Antonio Baccari, Romeo Cardarelli, Gino Salvucci and State President James DiStefano.

SECOND PLACE – WOMEN’S DIVISION — State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, Sports Chairman Stephen DeAngelis, Gerri Cimino, Phyllis Iortolla, Josie Mazullo, Lena Farese, Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge President Joan Wilson and State President James DiStefano.

SECOND PLACE – MEN’S DIVISION — State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, Sports Chairman Stephen DeAngelis, Lino Rullo, Rocco Bottega, Luigi D’Amico, Renzo Rullo and State Presi-dent James DiStefano

FIRST PLACE – WOMEN’S DIVISION — State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, Sports Chairman Stephen DeAngelis, Donna Mazzola, Lisa Cimino, Mary Grinley, Mary Ann Bourque, Cornelia dei Gracchi Lodge President Joan Wilson and State President James DiStefano.

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Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 CelebratesItalian Heritage Month

Grand Lodge Charity Commission Chairman and Lodge Trustee Marylou Abbatessa, former Lodge President David Lounsbury and Mary Ann Lounsbury enjoy the homemade Italian delights.

Vice President Billie Finocchio (R) congratulates Mistress of Ceremonies and Publicity Chair Donna Segreti Reilly on her 65th birthday.

Past Presidents Janis LaRosee (L) and State Orator Robert Boncore, Esq. (R) help Donna cut the cake.

At the prompting of its matriarch and Mistress of Ceremonies, Raffella Boncore, the Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 celebrated October is Italian Heritage Month by having members bring their specialty dishes to a Pot Luck Dinner that was held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010.

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Peel and chop onion and celery. Place cooking oil, onion and celery in skillet to simmer slowly until onion is opaque. Add capers including some of the liquid from bottle and stir. Simmer slowly. Add chopped fresh tomatoes, cover and simmer a few minutes. Add bay leaf (optional). If used, be sure to remove bay leaf before serving meal. Allow ingredients to cook about ten minutes being careful not to dry them out.

Peel, wash and cut potatoes into two-inch wedges. Add to skillet. Spoon some tomato sauce from skillet over potatoes. Cover and simmer slowly, about ten to twelve minutes. Rinse cod loins. Cut into four-inch pieces before adding to skillet. Add water if needed to extend sauce. Spoon some sauce over the cod pieces. Cover and cook slowly. When fi sh and potatoes is fork tender, add wine and bring to slow boil. Cover and remove from burner. Reheat slowly for serving.

NOTE: During the mid-eighteen hundreds, my ancestors in Sicily prepared this as a special Christmas Eve meal. My parents and relatives continued the tradition in this country. Two or three days before preparing this recipe, the dried pesci stocco (which I believe to be dried cured haddock) was soaked in water. The water was changed daily to remove the salt. However, the briny taste remained. This was not a popular meal with many young children because of the strong unpleasant aroma while the fi sh cooked. But eventually it became a favorite meal served with fresh bread.

Since dried salted haddock is diffi cult to fi nd today, fresh or dried salted cod (baccala) can be used instead. When I prepare the meal now, I use fresh skinned cod loins, free of bones. This eliminates the unpleasant aroma of the preserved fi sh. To obtain the “old briny” taste, I add two small pieces of presoaked dried, cured baccala.

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1 pound codfi sh loins1 medium chopped onion3 small potatoes1 celery stick (chopped)1/4 cup olive or canola oil

3 medium-ripe tomatoes, or 1 four-ounce can tomato sauce2 tablespoons capers in vinegar2 tablespoons white wineSalt

cepting names for next year’s tournament.

Well, last year I told everyone to get their tickets early for this year’s Purple Aster. The event was held at the Spinelli’s Function Facility in Lynnfi eld,

• Presidents Message (Continued from Page 2)the food was out of this world, everyone had a great time and are already talking about next years. Thanks to Sister Denise Furnari and Sister Margaret Campbell, for another great job. Our guests were Consul

General Giueseppe Pastorelli and his lovely wife Lilla, along with their four month old son Aadrea Richard. The Consul General received a citation and was made an Honorary Member of the Massachusetts Grand

Cari Fratelli e Sorelle.Kathy ed io desideriamo dare

il benvenuto al nuovo Console Generale d’Italia a Boston, Giuseppe Pastorelli come pure alla sua consorte Lilla ed il fi glioletto, di tre mesi, Andrea Richard. Saremo sempre di-sponibili a collaborare col Con-sole nell’ambito della comunita’ italo-americana.

Il 19 settembre scorso ha avuto luogo il torneo di bocce alla loggia di Watertown. I cam-pioni maschili del 2009 furono battuti da un altra squadra di Watertown, che ora sono i nuovi campioni 2010. La squadra

femminile di Watertown ha sconfitto le campionesse in carica (2009-loggia di Natick) diventando cosi’ le campi-onesse per il 2010. La compag-ine juniores di Wilmington ha vinto e rimane campione anche per il 2010.

Ringraziamenti ai Fratelli An-gelo Rossi, Presidente del ‘C & E Trust’, e ad Antony Panaggio per l’immenso lavoro compiuto in occasione dell’annuale ‘Walk-a-ton’ svoltosi al Breakheart Res-ervation di Saugus, MA. Grazie al loro impegno il programma ‘borse di studio’ puo’ continu-are. Grazie Fratelli Angelo ed

Antony.Il 1 ottobre scorso ebbe luogo

l’inizio del nostro ‘Mese del Retaggio Culturale Italiano’ al Palazzo del Governatore, a Boston, alla presenza di una grande folla intervenuta al lan-cio delle attivita’ culturali per tutto il mese. Un sincero Grazie va al Fratello Kevin Caira, che e’ il Presidente del Comitato Celebrativo, al Giudice Joseph Ferrino, al Giudice Peter Agnes, e naturalmente all’Emerito gentiluomo della comunita’ italiana, Lino Rullo.

Il 3 ottobre ebbe luogo il rice-vimento in onore della ‘Prima Signora dell’Ordine, Kathy’, al Crestview di Woburn. Kathy era esultante nel vedere tanti mem-bri presenti, che si sono tutti divertiti. Fu di certo un mer-aviglioso pomeriggio; sia Kathy che io vogliamo ringraziare tutti coloro che presenziarono alla festa.

Siamo tutti ben consapevoli che la linfa vitale della nostra organizzazione sono i ‘membri’, ed il Fratello Antonio Sestito, Presidente del Comitato che re-cluta nuovi membri, organizzo’ ben cinque pomeriggi preposti al reclutamento di futuri mem-bri. Il response partecipativo ai cinque pomeriggi, un evento senza precedenti, fu lusinghiero, ma son certo che nei prossimi anni avra’ maggiore successo. Ciascuna loggia che ospito’ gli eventi offri’ un pranzetto gus-toso, mentre potenziali nuovi membri rimasero entusiasti

Lodge Order Sons of Italy in America.

Boy how time fl ies, another year is coming to a close and hopefully all your New Year’s wishes have come true.

Kathy and I would like to wish

all of our Sisters and Brothers a very Holy and Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Happy New Year. GOD Bless you all, and GOD Bless the Order Sons of Italy. Buon Natale e un Felice Anno Nuovo.

per i discorsetti, ed ovviamente per il gustoso pasto all’italiana. Grazie, Fratello Antonio ed i membri del suo comitato.

L’orgoglio nostro italiano fu manifesto il 10 ottobre alla sfi lata del ‘Giorno di Colombo’, che si tenne ad East Boston. La sfi lata vide la ‘Renaissance Lodge’, con la sue 80 auto d’epoca, tutto grazie al Fratello Dean Saluti che marcio’ alla testa del suo ‘Auto Club’, e per la grande partecipazione di membri dell’Ordine a sostegno dei ‘Figli d’Italia’. Mi duole dire che il Secondo Gruppo, riser-vato ai Figli d’Italia, non fu quest’anno numeroso, a differ-enza degli anni passati. Grazie a tutti coloro che parteciparono con carri allegorici, o camion speciali, a bande musicali, e a tutti quelli che presero parte alla parata. Peccato che altri Fratelli e Sorelle non erano presenti; si sarebbero divertiti, come gli altri partecipanti.

La Messa annuale, per on-orare i membri defunti, ebbe luogo quest’anno alla Chiesa di Nostra Signora del Monte Carmelo, a Worcester. Circa 150 membri erano presenti nella bella chiesa per assis-tere alla Messa, ed all’Omelia di Monsignor Rocco. Dopo la Messa segui’ una deliziosa co-lazione organizzata dalle Sorelle Cathy Bourassa e Carol Rossi, che ringrazio per il bel lavoro svolto.

La Commissione ‘Sport’ or-ganizzo’ un gran torneo di

‘Cribbage’ alla loggia di Quincy. Cinquanta membri si presen-tarono per esternare le loro qualita’; tutti si divertirono un mondo, ed i nostri ringrazia-menti sono estesi alle sorelle Mi-chelle Bertoldi e Donna Baker, come pure ai membri del loro comitato, per aver messo su un bel pasto. Il Fratello Steve De Angelis sta di gia’ raccogliendo i nomi dei competitori per i pros-simi tornei.

Beh, l’anno scorso proposi a tutti di acquistare i biglietti per il ballo di ‘Purple Aster’ di quest’anno (2010). L’evento ebbe luogo al Centro Ricevimen-ti ‘Spinelli’ di Lynnfi eld. Il cibo risulto’ eccezionale, e tutti si divertirono tanto, e gia’ parlano dell’evento del prossimo anno. Grazie alle Sorelle Denise Fur-nari e Margareth Campbell per un bel gran lavoro. Fra i nostri ospiti c’erano il nuovo Console Italiano, Giuseppe Pastorelli con la moglie ed il bimbetto. Il Console ricevette un attestato di Membro Onorario della Grande Loggia SOI in America.

Miei cari: come passa il tempo. Un altro anno sta’ per scadere, e spero che tutti i vostri desideri, per l’anno che sta per fi nire, si siano avverati.

Kathy ed io desideriamo au-gurare a tutti i Fratelli e Sorelle un Santo e Felice Natale ed un Prospero Anno Nuovo.

Che Dio benedica voi tutti, ed anche l’Ordine Figli d’Italia.

Buon Natale e Felice Anno Nuovo.

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LODGE NEWS

The Sgt. Guido Petrilli Mixed Lodge #1606 recently established and awarded the fi rst Angelo Furnari Scholarship to Mark Cham-pagne. On hand to make the presentation was former First Lady Natalie Furnari and State Trustee Denise Furnari. Accepting the award on Mark’s behalf was his grandmother, Angie DeNapoli. An additional scholarship was also awarded to Cassandra Curran and accepted by her mother, Terry Grosse Curran. The Lodge would like to thank State First Vice President Carmelita Bello for being the guest speaker at the event.

President Shirley DeRoma (left) and State First Vice President Carmelita Bello at the presentation of the first Angelo Furnari Scholarship.

SGT. GUIDO PETRILLI MIXED LODGE #1606Scholarship Awards Luncheon

by Shirley DeRoma

State Trustee Denise Furnari, Terry Grosse Curran and Natalie Furnari.

State Trustee Denise Furnari, Angie DeNapoli and Natalie Furnari.

Pictured taking a break from scooping ice cream and serving meatball subs during Wilmington’s Fourth of July activities are Wilmington lodge members Cheryl Caira, President Aldo Caira Jr., Sharon Caira and Lucille Clark.

Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Lodge #2183Fourth of July Celebration

The 5th Annual Golf Tournament of the Worces-ter Lodge # 168 was held on Monday, September 20, 2010 at the Raceway Golf Club in Thompson, CT. With a shotgun start at 9:00 A.M. It was a great day for golf, a great day for getting together with friends and especially a great day for the winners!

Joining the members and friends of Lodge #168 were State President James DiStefano, State First Vice President Carmelita Bello and Worcester’s State Deputy and President of the Benefi t Insur-ance Commission, Walter “Sonny” Robak. The winning foursome was Anthony Vigliotti, former president of Lodge #168, and his team of Joseph Simone, Joseph Ursoleo and Roy Sama.

After a great day of golf, players and guests sat down to a wonderful steak dinner with salad, baked potatoes, coffee and dessert. A raffl e of many donated prizes was held after dinner.

Co-Chairmen of the Golf Tournament were Kenneth Simoncini, Ralph Aromando and State Trustee Margaret Campbell. Rosemarie Mikitar-ian, Mary Jane Simoncini, Linda Dattis and Jen-nifer Samberg once again volunteered to work the registration and raffl e committees. It was a great time for all and one sure to be remembered! Thank you to all for another successful tourna-ment, and see you all next year!

Worcester Lodge #168Holds 5th Annual Golf Tournament!

by Maria Sciannameo

(L-R): Co-chairs of the Golf tournament Kenneth Simoncini and Ralph Aromando. Not pictured: Margaret Campbell.

Members and friends of the Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 gathered to celebrate a special Memorial Mass for family and former lodge members. ‘Serve the Lord in your Heart and the World’ was the theme our good friend and State Chaplain Father Gregory Mercurio offered to those present. Carol Lemereise served as the Eucharistic Minister and State Deputy Josephine Tanner gave the reading. Following the mass, Center Café owners Roger and Layla served a macaroni supper. Over coffee, folks got to taste

Winthrop Ladies #2071Memorial Mass

Thanksgiving baskets.

Fr. Gregory Mercurio celebrating Mass.some wonderful homemade desserts from the kitchen of Francine D’Andrea. Remembering that Thanksgiving is a time to care and refl ect, the Lodge’s annual Thanksgiving Food donations are now ready to be delivered to the tables of four area families. A holiday tradition in the Italian home is a table fi lled with food. Each year it is our hope that in some small measure this will bring a loving thought and a smile to those less fortunate.

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LODGE NEWS

On October 21, 2010 the Lawrence Ladies Lodge # 2026 hosted a special event in honor of Italian Heritage Month at the Lawrence Heritage Park. Professor Richard Padova, instructor of history and geography at Northern Essex College, was the guest speaker. His talk, “Etna and Vesuvius: Living on the Edge,” explored the history of the volcanoes, including the miracles and tragedies that have happened to the residents living in their shadow. Richard and his wife Lori also shared photographs taken during their travels to Italy. This free event was well attended and everyone enjoyed calzones from Napoli Pizza and cake from Tripoli’s Bakery. A raffl e, conducted by Vice-President Adeline Lavigne, concluded a most enjoyable time!

Lawrence Ladies #2026Celebrates Italian Heritage Month

On Sunday, October 17, 2010, Worcester Lodge #168 continued their tradition of laying a wreath at the statue of Christopher Columbus in memory of their deceased members. Present at the wreath-laying ceremony were members of Worcester Lodge #168, members of the Grand Lodge and members of the local community, including city council members and repre-sentatives. Remarks were made by State First Vice President Carmelita Bello, who welcomed everyone and thanked them for attending the ceremony. Lodge President Donna Giu-liani, briefl y addressed those present, as did State President James DiStefano.

WORCESTER LODGE #168 Lays Ceremonial Wreath

Community member Dr. James Lukes; Gladys Bello; Worcester City Councilor, Konstantina Lukes; State First Lady, Kathy DiStefano; State President, James DiStefano; Chaplain, Msgr. Rocco Piccolomini; State First Vice President, Carmelita Bello; Worcester Lodge #168 President, Donna M. Giuliani; Helen Aromando; Mary Jane Simoncini; Representative, John Fresolo; State Trustee, Margaret Campbell; Kenneth Simoncini; Elena Olivieri; Rose Marie Mikitarian and Ralph Aromando.

by Maria Sciannameo, EdD

State First Vice President Carmelita Bello at the statue of Christopher Columbus.

James DiStefano, State President at the wreath laying ceremony at the foot of the statue of Christopher Columbus.

The Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169, held their annual Columbus Day Din-ner Dance on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 6:00 P.M. at the Monoosnoc Country Club in Leominster, MA. The Italian and National Anthem were played to open the festivities. Head table invited guests were: Rev. Robert Brusso, Pas-tor at St. Anthony’s Church in Fitchburg, MA; State Representative Stephen DiNatale and his wife Joanne; Mr. Robert Pacetti, President of the Cristoforo Colombo Regina Elena Fitchburg Lodge #169; Mrs. Anna Pacetti and Mrs. Phyllis Leblanc. Also invited was Ms. Margaret Camp-bell, their State Trustee from District 2, who was unable to attend due to a prior commitment at her Lodge, and Frank Bovenzi, State Deputy, who along with his wife Midge were also unable to attend at the last minute.

The Master of Ceremonies was State Represen-tative Stephen DiNatale, with remarks made by Mr. Robert Pacetti, Lodge President, who gave some history about Italian traditions and culture

CRISTOFORO COLOMBO / REGINA ELENA LODGE #169

Columbus Day Dinner Dance

State Representative Stephen DiNatale and his wife Joanne.

President Bob Pacetti addressing the members.

while stressing the importance of the Italian family. He made note of some famous Italian people, past and present, and pointed out the Fitchburg Lodge is extremely proud of their Ital-ian heritage and culture. President Pacetti then thanked all who worked on making the night special as well as all who attended. The dinner, catered by Asiago’s Catering, consisted of salad, pot roast, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and for dessert, apple crisp. Escorting in the head table guests were Josie Bilotta, Florence Volpe, Fiore Brogan and Charlie Phaneuf. Ritter for Flowers provided the fl oral centerpiece arrangements. All danced to the music of DJ Ron Farrell and had a good time. The Ad Book committee consisted of Phyllis Sacino and Irene Brogan, as well as Josie Bilotta covering the Jewel Ads. The Dinner Dance committee members were Chairperson Phyllis LeBlanc-Sacino, Joe Leblanc, Irene Brogna, Fiore Brogna, Anna Pacetti, Florence Volpe, Sylvia Poirier and Robert Pacetti. It was a memorable evening for all who attended.

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LODGE NEWS

On Saturday, October 2, 2010, Lawrence Lodge #902 held its 75th Annual Columbus Day Dinner Dance. The Lodge honored its President, Armand Buonanno, for his dedication to the principles and purposes of our Order, as well as his tire-less devotion to the continued health and preservation of the Lawrence Lodge.

On October 13th, State Presi-dent James DiStefano came to Lawrence and presented cita-tions from the Grand Lodge to Armand as well as the Lodge.

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James E. Milano, former Mayor of Melrose, celebrated his 101st birthday on October 17, 2010. He has had a long and distinguished career of public service to the city of Melrose, having served for seven years as an alderman and twenty years as Mayor. Since his retirement in 1991, he has remained active in the community by playing the or-gan at St. Mary’s Church and attending many local athletic and community events. He has been a dedicated member of the Melrose Lodge #1931 for almost forty years.

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On Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. the Junior Division Commission hosted a Bocce Tournament in conjunction with the Wilmington Junior Lodge #3729 and the newly instituted Dr. Robert J. Calabrese Junior Lodge #2863 of Billerica to celebrate Italian Heritage Month.

Teams from both Junior Lodges competed in a series of Bocce matches throughout the afternoon and were treated to a barbeque of hotdogs and hamburgers at the completion of the matches.

The Juniors enjoyed the day and there were many friendships made between the two Ju-nior Lodges, so much so that they have decided to hold some joint activities together in the upcoming months.

Wilmington and Billerica Junior LodgesCelebrate Italian Heritage Month

with a Bocce Tournament

Members of the Wilmington Junior Lodge and Dr. Robert J. Calabrese Junior Lodge The Junior Division Commission would like to

thank supervisors Mary Buscone, Karen Scalzi and Janice Stevens of the Wilmington Junior Lodge, and Joan Parcewski of the Billerica Junior Lodge for helping the Junior Division Commis-sion put this tournament together.

The Junior Division Commission would also like to give a special thanks to Wilmington resi-dent Jack Cushing who made his Bocce Courts available for our use.

With the success of this Bocce Tournament the Junior Division Commission would like to hold this event again next year, possibly in a central location in the state so all Junior Lodges can have a chance to participate.

On a beautiful New England fall Tuesday afternoon, mem-bers of the Winthrop Ladies Lodge gathered at the Winthrop Center Café to celebrate Italian Heritage Month in a social din-ner meeting setting.

Café owners Roger and his lovely wife Layla cooked up some great food and our wait-ress, Kim, greeted the ladies with her warm welcoming smile. The highlight of the afternoon’s meal was a spe-cial dessert called Pudim de Leite (caramel pudding) that Layla makes for her family and special occasions. This can be specially ordered, and the ladies agreed that it would be a delicious dish to bring to any holiday table. Senator Anthony Petruccelli made a surprise visit to the lodge, taking time from his busy schedule to break

WINTHROP LADIES LODGE #2071Celebrates Italian Heritage Month

Café owners Layla (L) and Roger (R) with Senator Anthony Petruccelli.

Standing: Bette, Babe, Peggy, Milly, Elli, State Deputy Jo Tanner, Senator Anthony Petruccelli, Mary, Marie and Anne. Seated: Rose, Dottie and Ruth.

bread and share how his Sen-ate re-election campaign was progressing. The ladies love Anthony and his family, and

have followed his career with a deep sense of pride, knowing how much his constituency means to him.

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Valentine’s Day Card?The Charity Commission is requesting that fi lial lodges send in the names and addresses of their

Shut-In Senior Members who are ill or may not be able to attend meetings, especially during the winter months. The Charity Commission will send them a personalized Valentine’s Day card as a mid-winter pick-me-up. We know that it can be diffi cult to reach many of our Shut-In Senior Members and we hope that this small note

will bring a smile to their faces after the Christmas Holidays and before the onset of spring.

We ask that you please use discretion when submitting your lists. This program is intended for those members that are housebound or ill.

An electronic copy of the form can be requested by e-mailing pguida@osiama.org. Please put “Valentine Card List” in the subject line of the e-mail.

All names and addresses must be received by January 21, 2011.

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On September 27, 2010, Co-Chairpersons Marisa Pilette and Marguerite Sacchetti held the Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411 (Natick) bocce banquet at J.J. McKay’s. A buffet was

On Monday, June 14, 2010, the Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411 (Natick) held their Scholarship Ceremony. A b r i e f c o l l a t i o n w a s

Left to Right: Bryany Burke, Christian Losurdo, Chairperson Grace Burke, Matthew Doyle and Jordan Crespi.

Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411Scholarship Ceremony

by Madeline Piccioli

held followed by a meeting. Chairperson Grace Burke congratulated the recipients and each received a $500 scholarship and a certificate

f o r the i r ach i evements . Family members and friends were invited to extend their congratulations on this special occasion.

Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411Bocce Banquet

by Madeline Piccioliserved for our palates to savor. State President James DiStefano and First Lady Kathy DiStefano were honored guests. The State President congratulated the bocce

players and elaborated on some of the upcoming activ-ities and fundraisers for the Grand Lodge. It was an evening of camaraderie enjoyed by all.

On the evening of October 13, 2010, the Watertown Sons of Italy, Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 presented life member Frank Cannalonga with their annual “Outstanding Member Award”. Frank has been a member of the Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 since 1965 when the Lodge was located at the Whitney Plaza. During his tenure he has served as Lodge President, Vice President, Chaplain, Land Trust Chairman, Land Trust Offi cer, Chairman of the Char-ity Committee, Chairman of the Beano Committee and as State

Watertown Sons of ItalyLodge Piave Fiume #1036

Presents their Annual“OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD”

by Ron Hill

Left to Right: Frank Cannalonga and Lodge President Stephen DeAngelis.

Delegate to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts annual conven-tion. During his tenure he has been Chairman and Co-Chair-man of numerous committees including Fiesta’s, Carnivale’s, New Year’s Eve celebrations, Children’s Christmas Parties, Thanksgiving Open Houses, and Foxwoods trips, just to name a few.

He has served the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts as Chairman of the Sports Com-mission, Chairman of the State Deputies and Benefi t Insurance Commissioner.

Worcester Lodge #168 dem-onstrated the importance of keeping the Italian Heritage alive as they showcased their pride to the Worcester com-munity by displaying just a fraction of their long-loved and prized memories at the Worcester Public Library. Donna Giuliani and Mary Ann Bello’s second and fourth grade classes of Worcester’s

WORCESTER LODGE #168Demonstrates Italian Pride

by Maria Sciannameo, EdD

St. Peter’s Central Catholic Elementary School showed off their artistic talents as they drew and painted their depic-tions of Cristoforo Colombo and his ships: the Niña, Pinta and Santa Maria.

These art masterpieces were displayed in the Worcester Pub-lic Library’s children’s section. Also showcased for the Italian Heritage Month celebration

were prized possessions from members of Lodge #168, includ-ing traditional toys, ancient cookbooks, maps, photographs of Italian immigrants as they struggled to become part of their new home and society, photos of Italian families taking the oath as they became United States citizens, and of course the Italian Flag! In addition, there were many books that taught of and about our beloved Italy, her famous regions, food and drink, artists such as Michel-angelo and Leonardo da Vinci, musicians such as Giuseppe Verdi and Gioachino Rossini, vocalists like Luciano Pavarotti and Enrico Caruso, and books that introduced great cities like Rome, Naples and Venice and all their splendors.

Margaret Abboud spear-headed this great undertak-ing. Her countless efforts were greatly appreciated by all — especially the visitors to the Worcester Public Library who enjoyed and learned much about our beloved Italian heritage!

Grade 2 and 4 drawings and paintings for Italian Heritage Month.

Margaret Abboud, right, with Maria Sciannameo, with show-case filled with memorabilia depicting Italian Heritage.

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