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CALENDARIO MEDIATICO PER ST. LOUIS Giovedì, 21 ottobre, 7:00 pm: La Traviata di Giuseppe Verdi; dalla Scala di Milano, in italiano con sottotitoli in inglese al Galaxy di Chesterfield. Costo $20.00. Domenica, 24 ottobre, 1:00 pm: La Traviata di Giuseppe Verdi; dalla Scala di Milano, in italiano con sottotitoli in inglese al Galaxy di Chesterfield. Costo $20.00. Mercoledì, 27 ottobre, 7:15 pm: Film italiano inedito alla Washington University, edificio Duncker, aula 101. Ingresso libero. Giovedì, 4 novembre, 7:00 pm: Rigoletto di Giuseppe Verdi; dal Teatro Regio di Parma, in italiano con sottotitoli in inglese al Galaxy di Chesterfield. Costo $20.00. Domenica, 7 novembre, 1:00 pm: Rigoletto di Giuseppe Verdi; dal Teatro Regio di Parma, in italiano con sottotitoli in inglese al Galaxy di Chesterfield. Costo $20.00. Mercoledì, 10 novembre, 7:15 pm: Film italiano inedito alla Washington University, edificio Duncker, aula 101. Ingresso libero. Lunedì, 22 novembre, 7:15 pm: Film italiano inedito alla Washington University, 7:15 pm, edificio Seigle, aula L002 (lower level). ingresso libero. Per ulteriori dettagli scrivi a franco@italiausa,com |
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GOOD NEWS: NY State Brings Back ITALIAN A.P. Classes Thanks to the hard work of the Italian Embassy and the advocacy of proud Italian-Americans, the (Italian AP Classes in the State of New York) Program is now fully funded. This is a great day for the Italian language, the Italian people and all of us who are enraptured by the culture of Italy and its beautiful language. |
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Obit: Dino De Laurentiis, 91, Greatest Italian Producer? Dino De Laurentiis, a mogul who moved from Italian postwar masterpieces to Oscar-winning Fellini films, cult flicks Barbarella and Conan the Barbarian and Hollywood smashes like Death Wish, King Kong and the Hannibal franchise, received the 2001 Irving Thalberg award for career achievement. |
"Foxy Knoxy" Indicted for Slandering Police in Italy This New Indictment to her False accusations of "Police Brutality", which are commonly done in the US, but have severe consequences in Italy. |
Italy Beats US to Win Tennis Fed Cup For Third Time in Four Years Led by Francesca Schiavone and Flavia Pennetta Italy won the Fed Cup title for the third time in four years. |
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COLUMBUS DAY EVENTS ACCORDING TO RICHARD ANNOTICO: The Parade will feature Italian music, dance and street performers, many floats that depict colorful and dramatic cultural icons, over a dozen marching bands, and national and international dignitaries. My good friend, Rosario A. Iaconis, is arguing that we in the US must give just due to the Roman Law. I whole heartily agree, but Christopher Columbus, Giovanni da Verrazzano, Giovanni Caboto (John Cabot) and Amerigo Vespucci, were all outstanding Explorers, Navigators, and Adventurers, and had NOTHING to do with the Spanish and Portuguese CONQUISTADORS that "raped' North and South America, and they had no concern for Roman Law, but only the Sword and the Cross. However a Panel Discussion, "Legacies of Columbus", is scheduled at Syracuse University sponsored by La Casita Cultural Center and the SU Native American Studies Department. intended to look beyond Columbus' legend to make a critical examination of his impact on indigenous peoples, South and Central Americans Professor Connell gives an eye opening historical view of Columbus Day. And while I have great respect for Prof Connell, I do take issue with his insistence that we celebrate the EVENT of the European discovery of the New World, rather than The PERSON who achieved that ACCOMPLISHMENT. For ten years Denver Italians have been fighting the 'illegal' protests of Native Americans against Columbus Day Celebrations, who "symbolically" charge Columbus with genocide of indigenous peoples in North America, when he never even set foot on the Continent. Strangely, that Colorado, the First State to recognize "Christopher Columbus" Day, on a bill introduced by the sole Hispanic state senator, Casimio Barela is the location of the Nation's annual most virulent Anti-Columbus Protest. |
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ITALIANO PER PIACERE - PROSSIMA RIUNIONE: MERCOLEDÌ 6 OTTOBRE 2010 “Genevra Sforza Bentivoglio tra fatti e leggende: Varie storie di una donna bolognese del Quattrocento” con Elizabeth Bernhardt Fatti e leggende di una donna italiana del Quattrocento, Genevra Sforza Bentivoglio (ca.1440/42-1507). A parlarne sarà la dott.ssa Elisabeth Bernhardt che ha vissuto per più di dieci anni a Bologna (e qualche anno a Firenze e in Basilicata) ed ha conseguito il suo PhD all’Università di Toronto. Ha insegnato alla Wash U e alla SLU; il suo corso di questo semestre alla Wash U è intitolato: “Women and Gender in Renaissance Italy". Arrivederci dunque a mercoledì 6 ottobre per una riunione che, come il solito, combinerà l’amicizia, la cultura e la buona tavola. L’incontro si terrà al ristorante 'Da Baldo' sulla Hampton Avenue dalle 18:30 in poi. Per prenotare chiamate Franco Giannotti al 314-373-3211. Se usate l’email, indirizzatela a Franco@ItaliaUSA.com. |
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ONLINE L’ULTIMO NUMERO DI "IT@LICO" IL PERIODICO DELL’ASSOCIAZIONE DI ST. LOUIS "ITALIANO PER PIACERE" ROMA\ aise\ 15/07/2010 - È disponibile online su www.italiaUSA.com l’edizione di agosto di "It@lico", il periodico di "Italiano per piacere", l’associazione italo americana di St. Louis, nello stato del Missouri, che da undici anni promuove la lingua e cultura italiana. "Questo numero", spiega Franco Giannotti, presidente dell’associazione, "ancora più del solito raggiunge mete di eccellenza letteraria con l’abile redazione di Maria Greca di Manna che oltre a occuparsi della revisione e miglioramento di tutti gli articoli ha trovato il modo ed il tempo di intervistare padre Lawrence Biondi, Magnifico Rettore della St. Louis University"... LEGGI |
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Obit: Francesco Cossiga, 82; Led Italy and Its Antiterrorism Battle Francesco Cossiga, who led Italy's fight against domestic terrorism in the mid-1970s and resigned from the government after the kidnapping and murder of former Prime Minister Aldo Moro. An astute politician, Mr. Cossiga held a number of crucial positions during his long political career, from interior minister to prime minister to president of the republic, Italy's highest office. |
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Venice's First Female Gondolier Passes Final Exam  Giorgia
Boscolo, will be Venice's first-ever female gondolier, (in 900 years),
a blonde 24-year- old mother of two who passed her final exam last week.
Boscolo says she inherited her passion for navigating Venice's canals from
her
gondolier father, Dante, when she was seven. |
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ITALIANO PER PIACERE BOCCE TOURNAMENT Friday, July 30 at 6:30 PM is when IPP will have its special summer meeting at Milo's on ther Hill. After last year's great success, the event has become an annual affair. Come join ius and have fun. |
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ONLINE L’ULTIMO NUMERO DI "IT@LICO" IL PERIODICO DELL’ASSOCIAZIONE DI ST. LOUIS "ITALIANO PER PIACERE" ROMA\ aise\ 15/07/2010 - È disponibile online su www.italiaUSA.com l’edizione di agosto di "It@lico", il periodico di "Italiano per piacere", l’associazione italo americana di St. Louis, nello stato del Missouri, che da undici anni promuove la lingua e cultura italiana. "Questo numero", spiega Franco Giannotti, presidente dell’associazione, "ancora più del solito raggiunge mete di eccellenza letteraria con l’abile redazione di Maria Greca di Manna che oltre a occuparsi della revisione e miglioramento di tutti gli articoli ha trovato il modo ed il tempo di intervistare padre Lawrence Biondi, Magnifico Rettore della St. Louis University"... LEGGI |
 Immediately after her victory, Francesa Schiavone climbed into a section of the stands, to a block of Italians wearing T-shirts bearing the words 'Schiavone: nothing is impossible', to be swallowed by their ecstatic embrace, and only then returned to field an on-court call from Italian president Giorgio Napolitano, then sang the Italian National Anthem. Francesca Schiavone, at 29, and 17th seeded... beat 7th seeded Australian Samantha Stosur was the favorite, of course, after beating four-time champ Justine Henin, No. 1 Serena Williams, and No. 4 Jelena Jankovic. The 5th rank, 28-year-old Elena Dementieva will play the 17th ranked, 29-year-old Italian Francesca Schiavone in the semis, who upended No.3 Caroline Wozniacki to become the first Italian woman to reach a Slam semi in the Open Era. |
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Italy's Republic Day - Hillary Rodham Clinton - Secretary of State  On
behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate
the people of Italy as you celebrate your 64th Republic Day. This is an
opportunity to honor the vibrancy of Italian democracy and reaffirm the
shared values that are the foundation of our alliance, including freedom,
equality, and respect for human rights and the rule of law.
The histories of our nations and our people have been intertwined since our earliest days -- from Christopher Columbus and Amerigo Vespucci, to the millions of Italian immigrants who helped build the United States, to the American soldiers who helped liberate Italy at the end of World War II. We are linked by strong ties of culture and commerce, and by the bonds of family and friendship. Today we are NATO allies working side by side to seize the opportunities and meet the challenges of the 21st century. From supporting the refocused mission in Afghanistan, to curbing nuclear proliferation, combating climate change, and spurring global economic recovery, we are working together as partners to advance peace, security, and prosperity around the world. On this Republic Day, I wish the Italian people the very best and look forward to building an even brighter future together. |
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ONLINE L’ULTIMO NUMERO DI "IT@LICO" PERIODICO DELL’ASSOCIAZIONE "ITALIANO PER PIACERE" ST LOUIS\ aise\ - È in rete – all’indirizzo www.italiausa.com – l’edizione di giugno di "It@lico", il periodico redatto da Maria Greca di Manna per l’associazione "Italiano per piacere" , un’organizzazione socio culturale nata a St Louis che ha lo scopo di promuovere la lingua italiana tramite letture e conferenze su soggetti d’interesse storico e contemporaneo. A darne notizia è Franco Giannotti, presidente di ItaliaUsa.com. Ad aprire questo numero un articolo di Stefano Pischedda, nipote di Italo Balbo, e il resoconto dell’ultima riunione dell’associazione, a cura di Marielle Molon. Nelle altre pagine un articolo di Baldassarre Sparacino sulla storia del cinema italiano e le ricette di Gianfranco Garganigo che questo mese spiega come cucinare l’ossobuco alla milanese. Quindi, Marielle Molon racconta la mostra itinerante "Andrea Palladio:500 Years", che lei stessa ha curato. Chiudono il giornale l’invito alla prossima riunione dell’associazione, in programma il 2 giugno al ristorante "da Baldo" dove Luisa Gabbiani Flynn parlerà di Andrea Palladio. (aise) |
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ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL - NEXT WEEKEND IN ST. LOUIS  In
the last week of the Festival we will see three more Italian films in Brown
Hall on the Washington University Campus: Friday, April 23, at 8:00 pm:“La
ragazza del lago”, voted the best Italian movie of 2008;
Saturday, April 24, at 5:00 pm:“Casomai ” , and at 8:00 pm:
"Ex"
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ANDREA PALLADIO: 500 YEARS Opens in St. Louis the exhibit of the most imitated architect in history, comprising a selection of photos displaying Palladio's architectural projects for private residences in the Veneto region. At Wash U, Steinberg Hall, Wednesday, April 21 at 4:00 PM. |
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LIVE AT WEHRENBERG CHESTERFIELD ONLY Live from the Gran Teatre del Liceu, Mozart's  "The
Abduction from the Seraglio", one day only, Wed., Apr 21
– 1 PM & Encore – 7 PM
FOLLOWING WEEK, LIVE AT WEHRENBERG CHESTERFIELD ONLY Live from Teatro alla Scala, Verdi's "Simon Boccanegra", one day only, Thu., Apr. 29 – 1 PM & Encore – 7 PM, featuring Placido Domingo in his last performance. |
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ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL - PAST WEEKEND IN ST. LOUIS In
the second week of the Festival we will see four more Italian films in
Brown Hall on the Washington University Campus: Friday, April 16, “Pranzo
di ferragosto” at 8:00 pm; “Gli amici del bar Margherita”
at 9:20 pm; Saturday, April 17, at 5:00 pm, “La ragazza del lago”,
voted the best Italian movie of 2008, and at 8:00 pm "Baaria".
Details and the entire program at www.italianfilmfests.org |
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Sicilian Fiat Manager to Manage Ohio Jeep Plants Mauro Pino, who has managed the Fiat Termini Imerese factory for three years, started work in Toledo on Monday, managing both plants. Chrysler makes the Jeep Wrangler at the Toledo Supplier Park factory, while the Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro are made at the adjacent Toledo North Assembly Plant. |
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"IL TROVATORE" - LAST WEEK AT WEHRENBERG From the Gran Teatre del Liceu, Verdi's famous opera will play at selected St. Louis area theatres Thursday April 15 at 7:00 PM and Sunday April 19 at 1:00 PM. |
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OPERA AND BALLET SERIES CONTINUES IN ST. LOUIS (St. Louis, MO – Jan. 8, 2010) Fans of opera and ballet have asked Wehrenberg Theatres to continue the digital presentations of “Opera in Cinema” and “Ballet in Cinema” and we have listened! Wehrenberg Theatres is proud to continue its partnership with Emerging Pictures to present world class cultural programming. This partnership will return the best in European opera and ballet presented in crystal-clear Hi-Definition and digital sound. The series will run from January 15 to July 1 2010. Three local theatres will boast this incredible series – Ronnies 20 Cine in South County, Galaxy 14 Cine in Chesterfield and O’Fallon 15 Cine in Illinois. READ THE PRESS RELEASE |
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"The Athlete of Fano" - Getty's Prize to Return to Italy?  "The
Athlete of Fano" aka "The Getty Bronze", an icon of the Getty Villa Museum's
collection, is displayed in its own climate-controlled room in Pacific
Palisades, Los Angeles, CA may be returned to Fano, Italy if an Italian
judge rules the Getty acquisition was not proper. |
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Rome Challanges Tuscany as Cuisine of Choice in New York  Simplicity
is the hallmark of the cuisine. Despite its ancient reputation as the voluptuous
capital of an empire with a taste for peacocks at banquets, Rome offers
more-basic satisfaction, food that fed shepherds and peasants reaching
back over time. Roman food is comfort food. |
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Obit: Joe Rollino, 104, World's Strongest Man, per Pound, EVER !!!  Joe
Rollino once lifted 475 pounds. He used neither his arms nor his legs but,
reportedly, his teeth. With just one finger he raised up 635 pounds; with
his back he moved 3,200. He bit down on quarters to bend them with his
thumb. At the height of his career, he weighed between 125 and 150 pounds
and stood about 5-foot-5. |
