Louis R. Santoro Elected State President at 85th New Jersey State
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Louis R. Santoro Elected State President at 85th New Jersey State
ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA HERALD OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY 510 MARLBORO AVENUE, CHERRY HILL, NJ 08002 THE ORDER SONS OF ITALY IS THE OLDEST AND LARGEST ORGANIZATION OF ITALIAN AMERICAN MEN AND WOMEN IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA Louis R. Santoro Elected State President at 85th New Jersey State Convention The 85th OSIA New Jersey State Convention closed on a positive note on Saturday April 30, 2011 at the outstanding Seaview Resort and Spa in Galloway, New Jersey. Louis R. Santoro was installed as New Jersey State Grand Lodge President at a black tie dinner officiated by National 1st Vice President Anthony J. Baratta along with Past National President and National Foundation President Vincent Sarno and attended by over 200 state delegates, officers, family, and friends. President Santoro, in his installation speech, made it very clear that his main goal and objective was to retain membership, and continue to grow our Order. President Santoro also stressed the importance for his administration to continue on the path set by his predecessors to remain unified and move the Grand Lodge forward for the common good of the Order. The convention began successfully on Friday, April 29th with the required quorum present. Mr. Robert S. Polillo once again beautifully sang the Italian and American National Anthems as the Color Guard of the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Department presented the Italian and American flags. A luncheon was held on Friday afternoon to honor and recognize all the State filial lodge presidents for all their hard work and dedication to the Order over the previous two (2) years and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey. President Bergbauer presented all lodge presidents and Grand Lodge officers with a token of his appreciation. Mr. Leonard Wood Jr., Esq., Chairman of the Sons of Italy NJ Foundation provided a very informative presentation on the charitable works of our Foundation. A highlight of this presentation was a very emotional video about the Alicia Rose Victorious Foundation. Presentations were also made by the Cooley’s Anemia and Arthritis Foundations. Mrs. Grace Olivo organized a very informative CSJ presentation. Writer, photographer, historian and world traveler, Cassandra Vivian gave a very enlightening presentation on the history of Italian foods and the regions they originated. On Saturday afternoon, a buffet luncheon was held to celebrate and acknowledge the 2011 New Jersey OSIA Foundation Scholarship recipients. Sixteen (16) well deserving young men and women throughout the state were recognized and awarded $17,500 in scholarship monies. HERALD 510 Marlboro Avenue Cherry Hill, N.J. 08002 Order Sons of Italy in America PAID South Jersey, N.J. PERMIT 366 NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION US POSTAGE On Saturday morning, April 30th, 2011, following a hearty buffet breakfast, the convention reconvened. Mr. James Daloisio Esq. and the Electoral Committee did an outstanding job organizing and carrying out the election proceedings during the session. The following officers were elected along with State President Louis R. Santoro: Dominic Pucci - 1st Vice President; Robert Bianchi, Esq – 2nd Vice President; Ralph Capaccio - 3rd Vice President; Frank Gatusso. - State Orator; Frank Boultinghouse - State Recording Secretary; Dominick Cinalli - State Financial Secretary; Toni Kerchersky- State Treasurer and Salvatore Gambino – State Historian. The convention ended with a black tie gala with plenty of fun, food and dance. The delegates, officers, families and friends were entertained by the great sounds of “Pure Joy” and were also given a special treat as Joey M. delighted all with a few melodies. Page 2 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY- August 2011 S O N S O F I TA LY HERALD of the Grand Lodge of New Jersey Sons of Italy in America Circulated among 3,000 Members and Friends of the Order Sons of Italy in New Jersey and nearby States. Louis R. Santoro, - State President Raymond A. DiSanto, CPA - Herald Commissioner PUBLISHED QUARTERLY FOR THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY O.S.I.A. AT 510 MARLBORO AVENUE, CHERRY HILL, NJ 08002 PHONE: (800) 545-OSIA Subscription -One Year $5.00 ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY 510 Marlboro Avenue, Cherry Hill, N. J. 08002 Rita Marie Campbell, Executive Director 2011 -2013 GRAND COUNCIL MEMBERS STATE OFFICERS Louis R. Santoro - President (*) Dominic Pucci- 1st Vice President (*) Robert A. Bianchi, Esq - 2nd Vice President (*) Ralph Capaccio - 3rd Vice President (*) Thomas A. Bergbauer, Jr., P.E.- Immediate Past President (*) Frank Gattuso., Esq. - Orator (*) Frank Boultinghouse - Recording Secretary (*) Domenick Cinalli- Financial Secretary (*) Toni Kerchersky- Treasurer (*) Salvatore A. Gambino, Jr., CPA - Historian (*) Rev. Joseph Capella - Chaplain STATE TRUSTEES Nick Cinalli., P.E. Allen Cohen Rosemary Feterick Alfonso Giampola Agnes Grasso Dominic Manganello Dan Marconi (*) Barbara Miraglia Joseph Piccari MaryAnn Ragone (*) Joseph V. Repa (*) Vincent Romeo Jack Sparacio Vincent Spena Philip Tranio Joesph Valenti PAST STATE PRESIDENTS William Bisirri (Honorary President) Louis Cappelli, Sr. James J. Daloisio, Esq. (President Emeritus) Sam Fumosa Vincent Sarno Dante Sarubbi, Esq. Angelo DeClemente (Deceased) Henry D’Andrea STATE COMMISSION CHAIRPERSONS Herald Newspaper: Raymond A. DiSanto, CPA (*) Commission for Social Justice (CSJ): Grace Olivo (*) Sons of Italy NJ Foundation: Leonard Wood, Jr., Esq. (*) STATE ARBITRATION COMMITTEE Michele Daloisio Frank DeMarco Mark DelRossi Jim Tomasello Albert Olizi ALTERNATE STATE ARBITRATION COMMITTEE Joseph DeAngelo Richard Lubonski Joseph Mattio Joseph Taylor NATIONAL CONVENTION DELEGATES Frank Boultinghouse Philip Sconyo, P.E. ALTERNATE NATIONAL CONVENTION DELEGATES Sam Fumosa Leonard Wood, Jr., Esq. (*) - Denotes Executive Board Member SONS OF ITALY NEW JERSEY FOUNDATION, INC. Louis R. Santoro - Foundation President Leonard Wood, Jr., Esq. - Foundation Chairman Thomas A. Bergbauer., Jr. P.E. William Bisirri Louis Cappelli, Sr Nicola Cinalli, P.E. Henry D’Andrea. Carla Ferrara Salvatore A. Gambino, Jr., CPA Michael Guggino Dominic Pucci Dr. Lawrence Ragone Samuel A. Ross, Jr. James Tomasello Vincent Spena Tara Wood Ralph Capaccio James J. Daloisio, Esq. Edward S. Forte, Jr. Pepe Piperno Stephen Ripa Philip Sconyo, P.E. FOUNDATION COMMITTEES Charities Chairperson: Arthritis Association: Dominic Pucci Alicia Rose Victorious Foundation: Tara Wood Cooley’s Anemia Foundation: Alzheimer’s Foundation: Scholarship Committee: Louis Cappelli, Sr. 2011Columbus Day Festival: Nick Cinalli & Agnes Grasso 2012 Purple Aster Charity Ball: Dominic Pucci COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Louis R. Santoro. - President Grace Olivo - Chairperson NATIONAL OFFICERS Vincent Sarno - Past National President & SIF President Albert Riccelli - Past National President Sam Fumosa - National Historian Philip Sconyo, P.E. - National Trustee Angelo Bianchi, Esq. - National Foundation Trustee Grace Olivo - National Commission for Social Justice Vice President Rosemary Feterik - National Commission for Social Justice Recording Secretary President's Message by Louis R. Santoro State President Order Sons of Italy in America Grand Lodge of New Jersey Well, it’s only been a few months as your State President and I must tell you that holding this position and leading the State of New Jersey, as we head into our second century, has been both challenging and rewarding. I feel the convention we just had was one of great camaraderie and respect for not only each other but the Order. A special thanks goes out to the Co-Chairman of our 85th Biannual Convention, Toni Kerchersky and Ralph Capaccio and their committees for putting on a spectacular event. I am well aware of the commitment that was made in order to make this convention a success. Their untiring devotion and their attention to detail was amazing and I once again commend them. As I mentioned to you in my inaugural speech, at the convention, an installation ceremony generally marks a new beginning, a new dedication within our Order, and a new spirit among us all. A President may sense and proclaim that new spirit, but it is only its members who can provide it. My administration will continue to be pro-active rather than reactive. We will continue to be visible and always accessible. I will challenge not only myself but my officers on Grand Council to do all they can to keep the lines of communication open with each and every lodge and lodge member throughout this state. Please remember that we are here for you. Do not feel that any issue , whether how big or small, is not worthy. One way to do this is to bring back a re-vamped deputy program. As my Vice Presidents and I discussed, we feel that it is “key” to keep the lodges and their members informed and give them a voice to express their thoughts and concerns. So, that being said, the state will be divided into three (3) regions with each Vice President along with State Trustees will conduct quarterly meetings with lodge presidents and their officers to discuss ideas, questions or concerns they may have. I feel this administration faces many demanding challenges ahead, with the ever increasing age of our membership and tough economic times, will force us to think “outside the box” to increase revenue and retain membership. Growth in membership is most vital to our continued success. We will need to be proactive rather than re-active in our thought process and decision making. In doing so, this has made us the fifth largest Grand Lodge in the country. This administration must and will show courage by confronting any problems that should arise instead of passing them on to future generations. We must adjust to the changing times and still hold on to unchanging principals. Even though I am only in my infancy as State President, I have worked closely with all of my Vice Presidents and Grand Council and feel that we are all on the same page and thought process to what is needed to keep the Grand Lodge of New Jersey moving in the right direction. I am sure that we may have our differences throughout my tenure, but I know we can and will work them out as they may arise. I strongly believe that each and every member of my administration has the best interest of this Order at heart. As I also mentioned in my speech, I feel that my family has grown by more than 3,000 and I could not be happier. I look forward to visiting all of the lodges, breaking bread and working together to make this family something to be proud of. With all the travelling and time away from home, I want to thank, in advance, my wife Cristina and two sons Nicholas and Matthew, for their continued support for the nesx two years. Knowing I will not be able to accomplish all that I propose, alone. It will take a ‘team” and the team that I have been blessed with will work hard for each and every member. I will also lean on the expertise and knowledge of my past presidents for their guidance. Once again, not only will I challenge myself, but I will challenge all my Vice Presidents and Grand Council members to commit all they have to grow and continue to unite New Jersey and lead us toward our next one hundred years. HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 Page 3 Immediate Past State President's Message by Thomas A. Bergbauer, Jr., P.E. Immediate Past State President Order Sons of Italy in America Grand Lodge of New Jersey As we have just completed the Grand Lodge of New Jersey’s 85th State Convention I have noted that it’s very hard to believe that 4 years have passed…it has been a long road…but it has been very rewarding to watch the organization grow. Before I go any further I would again like to thank our convention co-chairpersons Toni Kerchersky and Ralph Capaccio, our Executive Director Rita, and the entire convention committee for all of the work that went into putting this convention together. For all of you who were not in attendance, I am proud to say that you missed one of our best conventions ever and I’m sure that others will agree. To serve in this position is an honor; an honor that I could never explain. To begin in this organization as a 22 year old kid out of college and then end up 22 years later in the highest position in the Grand Lodge is an amazing ride. I’ve seen a lot and given it my all and in the end I hope that it has benefited the organization, after all, that’s why we do this; to help others and to perpetuate our heritage. If we’re in it for any other reason we’re doing ourselves and the Order a huge disservice. We are also celebrating the 100th Anniversary of our Charter as a Grand Lodge. The Grand Lodge of NJ was chartered only 5 years after Dr. Sellaro founded the organization in 1906 in New York City. The organization has had to adapt to an ever changing society over the years in order to survive a century of existence. But in order to survive this long it also takes a certain strength and it is that strength not only from its members but from the inter core of leaders – Grand Council Officers and filial lodge presidents that keeps us moving during the good times as well as the not so good times. As I said, I consider it an extreme honor and a privilege to have been able to serve as your State President over the last 4 years. It has been a long road – the first 2 years we accomplished many things and I feel that the last 2 years we just refined things and tried to keep things moving. This was all done with the help and support of my 3 Vice Presidents, Lou Santoro, Dominic Pucci, and Bob Bianchi as well as the Grand Council. I’m not going to waste your time telling you of the accomplishments… I would however like to highlight just a couple things that occurred over the last two years. Of course one of the things that happened early on in the administration was that we were fortunate enough to host then Governor Jon S. Corzine at our June 2009 Grand Council meeting held at Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ. This marked the first time in over a decade that a sitting NJ Governor attended any function hosted by the Grand Lodge of NJ. I am very proud of the fact that we were able to accomplish this and it took many people to make it happen. This happened mainly because of two people: National Historian and Past State President Sam Fumosa worked diligently with the Governor’s office to get a commitment for the visit while Past State President Lou Cappelli worked to arrange and coordinate the use of the College facilities. The Governor was very well received and did an outstanding job talking about the accomplishments and contributions of Italian – Americans not only to the country but to NJ. Later in 2009, a group of us were fortunate enough to witness Governor Corzine signing the Bill into law which declared the month of October each and every year as Italian – American Heritage Month in NJ. Thank you to National Foundation Trustee and Past National CSJ President Angelo Bianchi for setting this up. Another accomplishment that I am very proud of is that we were able to surprise a very good friend of ours, Joe E. Fay. At our October 2009 Grand Council meeting we were honored by the presence of our then newly elected National OSIA President Joseph DiTrapani as he bestowed the honor of National Deputy Emeritus to the Grand Lodge of NJ on our special friend from New York, Joe E. Fay. Joe’s excitement and love of the Order were evident to everyone there that night and as always, we thank Joe for his presence and his wisdom. I have mentioned many times as we visited your lodges that we are the 5th largest of 19 Grand Lodges in the country and we have maintained this status. Also, a year ago when we distributed raffle tickets to support OSIA National, all of you stepped up to the plate. We sold the (60) or (65) tickets that we were given and then we took more to help one of the other Grand Lodges. Our Grand Lodge ended up selling the third most tickets in the country – that is something that I think that we can be proud of. Last May a group of us got together and attended the NELA Gala in Washington, D.C., taking a limousine down and back. We did this on our own, but it was also a way that we sent a message. That message is that the Grand Lodge of NJ is back…back in the fold. Our performances have earned us respect from National and has given us much success which has allowed us to rebuild relationships coast to coast. A lot of the credit here goes to Past National and State President Vince Sarno. I also would be remiss if I didn’t thank our National President Joe DiTrapani for always being there for me for guidance and for having the confidence in me and the Grand Lodge of NJ. Unfortunately, I have been experiencing some personal issues over the last two years and so fulfilling the obligations of this office have been even more difficult, but because of the values that my parents instilled in me, I have not given up. I tried my best while dealing with them to keep focus on the organization. If there is anything that I overlooked, I apologize to all of you. It certainly was NOT intentional. But I could not have done it alone as I had a huge support circle and it began with 2 people who I could never thank enough. Too many times, and Carrie reminds me of this at least once a week, we don’t realize what we have until it’s gone and too many times we take things for granted. I’m glad that I had a wake-up call at 46 years old. My parents have been amazing; Tom and Doris…I owe this to you; everything that I’ve been able to accomplish, for everything that you’ve done for me throughout my life, but especially over the last 2 years, thank you – I love you both. Also my sister Terri…after nearly 20 years of not really communicating with each other, she stepped up to the plate, reaching out and grabbing me and she kept me from falling many times. A thank you also to my children Andy and Samantha for their understanding when I was conducting OSIA business and may not have been with them. Finally, nearly a year ago, I was lucky enough to have a very special person walk into my life. She has been my strength and support each and every day since then with her constant encouragement and love. Carrie, I can never begin to thank you enough for all that you’ve done for me and taught me. My support staff within the organization has also been a formidable one beginning with our Executive Director Rita for her continuous support, hard work, and most of all her friendship always encouraging me that we were on the right track and during those tough times she covered for me and at times shielded me when necessary. Of course our Vice Presidents and our Past State Presidents played a huge role in what we’ve accomplished not only during this administration but over the years. I can only say THANK YOU…we were a wonderful team!! The Past State Presidents of this organization gave their time away from home, and as I said, if you’re going to do this job right it is like having another full time job. I respect each of them for what they accomplished when they were in this position as they were the guiding force to bring us to where we are today. They each accomplished things in their own way but no matter what they did or how they did it, it worked. I have been in this organization for nearly 26 years now and so I was lucky to serve under each of them. No, we didn’t always agree, in fact sometimes it was not pretty at all. State Conventions in the past were very stressful at times over the years, but we ALL persevered in our own ways and didn’t give up, and eventually, and I’m proud to say that it happened during this administration, we came together. To further explain it my friend, Past State and National President Vince Sarno said it best when we were discussing a couple issues on the phone one day when he said, “…you know, I think that you and I were always in the same church, we were just sitting in different pews.” We were all out for the good of the Order; we just had different ways of going about it. How true that was, but I think that we’re now in the same pew. I would like to thank them each for their contribution to get this organization through 100 years. Past State and National President and National SIF President Vincent Sarno, Past State President and National Historian Sam Fumosa, State President Emeritus Jim Daloisio – my friend and boss – who I thank for his immeasurable support in allowing me to fulfill the requirements of this position, Past State President Lou Cappelli, Immediate Past State President Hank D’Andrea and Honorary State President Bill Bisirri. I also thank all of our Grand Council officers and filial lodge Presidents who stepped up and went the extra mile to become involved and to help achieve the accomplishments that I spoke of, and my good friend and confidant Lucy Codella of NY – she has been there for me and has never hesitated to offer her support, opinion, and most of all her friendship. Finally – I would like to ask that you show your new State President Lou Santoro and his administration the cooperation that you’ve shown me. I am not going anywhere; I will be around; my focus may change a little and I may take a little time off, but I will be here to support and work with Lou and his administration and I hope that you will do the same. Thank you again for all of your cooperation, hospitality and support over the past four years. Ciao!! Page 4 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 Sons of Italy NJ Foundation Foundation awards 16 Scholarships at the 85th State Convention This year the Foundation granted 16 scholarship’s 13 of which were awarded at the foundation awards luncheon on Saturday April 30th.The recipients were: Matthew Dezii -Mr. & Mrs. Alfonso Daloisio Memorial ,Jennifer McIlvaine -Domenica Foundation,Taylor Huizenga- Frank P. Gambino Memorial, Brittany Yodis-Haddon Heights Lodge Scholarship, Amanda Santosusso-William Bisirri, Sr Memorial,Robert S. Vanisko ( not pictured) Dr. Vicenzo Sellaro Memorial,Louis John DeStefano,IV-Amy Guggino Masso Memorial , Maria Catanoso-Joseph Santoro Memorial, Victoria Lonero-Fiorito-FayMemorial , Daniel della Peruta-Daniel & Lillian Ragone Scholarship, Michael J. dePierro-Dorothy A. Bianchi Memorial Scholarship ( not pictured),Patrick Hennessey-Louis Sweeney Memorial Scholarship,Angelina DiPasquale-Giuseppe & Maria Ripa Memorial Scholarship, Karly Miranda-Angelo DeClemente Memorial Scholarship,Kathryn Parrotta-Michael Pichino Memorial scholarship, Louis Cappelli III ( not pictured)- Leonard Wood Sr, Memorial Scholarship. On June 27, State President Louis R. Santoro presents Robert S. Vanisko the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Memorial Scholarship which is funded by Dr. Sellaro’s great niece Mrs. Rosemarie Nicholas 2011 Arthritis Walk SOI NJ Foundation Makes Charitable Donations Dear Brothers and Sisters: The Arthritis walk was held on May 15th at Challenge Grove Park, Cherry Hill N.J. Our Partnership with Arthritis and the Order Sons of Italy continue to grow and move together. I would like to thank all our Walkers, Our President Lou Santoro, Lodge 494 President Larry DiGiovanni and his wife Betty, Ellie Connell, Barbara Miraglia, Joseph and Denise Lovallo Steve and Doreen Ripa, and our Man holding the Sons of Italy Sign Peter Ripa, Luis and Colette Quinones, Alicia Waltz. l-r Thomas A. Bergbauer Jr. P.E., Kaitlyn Woods, Dominic Pucci, Leonard J. Wood , Esq THANKS TO ALL OUR WALKERS AND OUR MEMBERS WHO MADE A CONTRIBUTION.TOGETHER WE RAISED ANOTHER $ 1500.00 PLUS OUR FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTION OF $5000.00. Special thanks to Ben and Maria Lopresti of Lodge 494 we appreciated your support! Fraternally Dominic Pucci State 1st VP Arthritis Chairman l-r Thomas A Bergabuer., Jr. P.E. , Giselle DiNatale, Mario DiNatale, Leonard J. Wood, Esq. HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 Page 5 Historian’s Corner- Sal Gambino Wishing All our Members and Officers A Safe & Enjoyable Summer L’Angolo di Nicola SONS OF ITALY NEW JERSEY FOUNDATION, INC. 2011 Charity Walk Proceeds Benefit: It’s Sunday night, May 1st, 2011. A couple of hours ago, Celeste and I drove home from the Seaview Resort where the Bi-Annual NJ SOI Convention was held beginning Friday, April 29th. We discussed our experiences on the drive home and I’d like to share them with you. The Seaview Resort facility is first class in appearance, service, and amenities. While we definitely had the feeling of being in a resort with continental influence and the majority of guests were Italian-American, the interior decorations lead me to believe that I came right off a golf course in the Main Line, Princeton, or East Hampton. How ironic that the hotel is, in fact, now run by a company started by an Italian-American, Andy Dolce. If we go there again, we’ll have to lobby to get a picture of a golfer with a first name like, Pasquale next to “Biff, Herbert, Babs, or Scott.” Our convention was managed under the care of our new third vice president, Ralph Capaccio and new treasurer, Toni Kerchersky, along with our “energizer bunny”, Rita Marie Campbell They deserve the highest accolades for a professionally organized event. I especially appreciated the “Italian-ish” touches that have been missing from the previous conventions that we attended. The parliamentary aspect of the convention was proper, orderly, and mundane with an occasional light moment caused by Lou Capelli Sr, Bob Bianchi, and yours truly. These moments were few and far between. We need much more of them. The best parts of the weekend were the in-between moments when the delegates had time to fraternize. During those times, I enjoyed my friends and made new ones. We need more fraternization time and less business time. We are a fraternal organization not a business. The only somewhat lively part of the formal proceedings was a discussion following a motion from the floor to hold future conventions in one day. It failed by general vote. The motion was made because the business part of the convention could, in fact, be conducted within one day and would reduce costs. Saturday October 8, 2011 Registration 8:30 AM Walk Starts at 9:00 AM Cooper River Park Pennsauken, NJ In current economic times, the cost reduction is warranted and the general agreement to move the convention site away from the Atlantic City area will help substantially in 2013. While the convention business can easily be done in one day, to hold the entire convention in one day goes against all logic for a fraternal organization. We need the time for doing what Italians do best…enjoy each other while renewing or making friendships from all over New Jersey. The above are my opinions alone. Let me know if you agree at DonNicola@verizon. net. If you disagree, you can write my next column with your comments. Page 6 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY -August 2011 Commission for Social Justice Mayor Matteo Renzi Office of the Mayor Florence, Italy MAY 2011 The National Commission for Social Justice (CSJ) is the anti-defamation branch of the National Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA) and as such represents over 500,000 family members. We are headquartered in Washington, D.C., our nation’s capital. The National CSJ is the leading Italian anti-defamation group fighting bias, bigotry and defamation of Italian Americans. We have also promoted the positive image of Italian Americans through our many programs for over 30 years. We have received many e-mails, faxes, letters and phone calls from OSIA members and others with regard to the cast of “Jersey Shore” filming episodes of this negative image reality series in Florence. Italian Americans are shocked and thoroughly disgusted that this show is planning to film in Italy and we want to lend you our support and congratulate you on the strong stance you have taken in issuing strong guidelines and important limitations as to when and where they will be doing their filming. Bravo for your brave and courageous comments reported in the media regarding the MTV reality series “Jersey Shore.” We have been waging a battle with MTV/Viacom over the negative stereotypical reality series “Jersey Shore” since November, 2009 and its influence and negative effects on adolescents and young adults. While I represent the National CSJ, Grace Olivo, represents the New Jersey CSJ and Stella Grillo represents the New York CSJ. Along with the National OSIA President Joseph DiTrapani, National OSIA Foundation President Vincent Sarno, NYS OSIA President, Salvatore Lanzilotta and the NJ OSIA President Tom Bergbauer, National OSIA Historian, Sam Fumosa, who both happen to be residents of New Jersey, we have been collectively trying to deal with the calls, e-mails, faxes and letters of complaint we have received from our membership in both New York and New Jersey and also in Florida and California where some shows have been taped. Most of the actors are not Italian Americans but yet they had an Italian flag on the house used in the series and used terms such as “guidos and guidettes” to describe their characters. As Mayor of Florence, we are certain that you’ve noticed how Italian Americans are depicted in the American media as buffoons, gangsters, and now immoral, baseless characters. The show, highlighting ten or more “stereotypical Italian-American New Jersey participants”, showcases their outrageous behavior and attitude. This defamatory show, which began on December 3rd, 2009, has joined the ranks of some of the lowest forms of television “entertainment.”; I would like to make you aware that I attended a meeting with MTV/Viacom on March 18, 2010 along with the NYS CSJ Counsel, Michael Santo, National CSJ Past President Emeritus, John Dabbene, and NYS CSJ President, Stella Grillo, whereby we requested that the Italian flag be removed immediately and that a disclaimer be stated before the program that the program “doesn’t represent the Italian American heritage and culture in any way.” We were thrilled when we learned that the flag has been removed from the house which is a huge victory for our organization. We also held a second meeting with MTV which resulted in more changes but not the elimination of the reality series. Unfortunately the characters have not been removed and are now residing temporarily in Florence. We formed a coalition of Italian American organizations supporting our stand including UNICO, the Columbus Citizens Foundation and NIAF. We know that this reality series doesn’t represent the majority of Italians and Italian Americans. This series demeans an entire ethnic group and helps to perpetuate the negative image of Italian Americans. The contributions of Italians and Italian Americans to the world and to our society today are being ignored. The "Godfather" movies and the HBO series "The Sopranos" perpetrated the myth that a large portion of Italian Americans were less than desirable citizens and were associated with organized crime. Television series of this kind distort the image of all Italians and should and must be eliminated. . Recently, American television has become sensitive to the feelings of most racial and ethnic groups. Consequently, television series that portray African Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, Jewish Americans and other ethnic or racial groups tend to avoid stereotypes. Unfortunately, producers and directors of television series do not extend the same sensitivity to the nation's 26 million Italian Americans, whose values and customs are frequently distorted in the media. We are proud of your efforts to limit the exposure of this defamatory reality series in Florence. We have to eliminate the constant barrage of anti-Italian sentiment and negative stereotyping of Italian Americans so prevalent in the media today. The coverage you received in the press and television media, was watched closely by those of us who’ve been in the trenches trying to eliminate such negative images of Italians and Italian Americans, and also making people aware of the positive contributions of Italians and Italian Americans. Thank you again for having expressed your feelings about the reality series and your honesty, courage and commitment to your heritage and the people of Florence. Yours truly, Santina A. Haemmerle National CSJ President Order Sons of Italy in America 219 E. Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-2900 (202) 546-8168 (FAX) Find us on facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/OSIA-National-Commission-for-Social-Justice/164418176966446 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY-August 2011 150 ANNIVERSARIO UNITÀ D’ITALIA | 1861>2011>> EXPLORE A WHOLE NEW WORLD WITHOUT LEAVING NEW JERSEY COLUMBUS CULTURAL FESTA 2011 an Italian-American celebration of the Risorgimento OCTOBER 15 rain date 10.16 All-day entertainment, cultural expositions & educational events, open invitation calcetto & bocce, homemade food & desserts prepared by Figli D'Italia members & top local restaurants including real Italian gelato & espresso, plus a wine garden, Italian novelties, & kids activities! @ the Columbus statue in Cooper River Park, Pennsauken, NJ Sponsored by the NJ Sons of Italy Foundation For more information visit our website: http://www.njsonsofitaly.com/festa Find us on facebook ! Search “2011 Columbus Cultural Festa” Email: [email protected] Page 7 Page 8 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 Filial Lodge News Vita Nuova Lodge # 2327 Vita Nuova Lodge 2327 of Bellmawr and Mount Ephraim honored three people on April 2, 2011 at a dinner dance in Lucien’s Manor in Berlin, NJ. More than 115 people attended the black tie optional dinner. Diane Santoro, vice president/manager for PNC Bank, and currently vice president of the lodge was honored as the Person of the Year 2011. The lodge also honored James and Wendy Tomasello, owners of Gardner Funeral Home in Runnemede, NJ. The Tomasello’s were the 2011 Primio Umanitario recipients (The Humanitarian Award) for 2011. Diane has been a member of the Sons of Italy since 1995 when she joined William Paca Lodge in Bellmawr. She is a big supporter each year of the lodge’s Breakfast with Santa where she volunteers along with her colleagues in assisting children of the Bellmawr and Mount Ephraim community which are less fortunate and bringing the families together during the Christmas season. Before the merger of William Paca and Mount Ephraim lodges she served William Paca as mistress of ceremonies, orator, sergeant at arms, trustee, and was a delegate to the state convention. Jim and Wendy are not only successful business partners; they are also humble contributors to mankind. Over the years, both have made significant contributions to various local charity organizations. Some of them include donations to at least 11 local schools including Friends School in Mullica Hill and LARC School. Donations to nine local athletic associations include Mount Ephraim Little League, Glendora Girls Softball and Bellmawr Tigers Baseball. Their donations also included local organizations, namely Cub Scout Pack 117, Runnemede Fire Company #1 and the Bellmawr Fire and Rescue. They have generously given to local church affairs as well as local fraternal organizations. They have also sponsored golf outings for at least 12 organizations. Vicin ‘al Mare Lodge # 2601 “Vicin’ al Mare Lodge Visit to the Meucci -Geribaldi Museum President Alex Cioffi is at lower right of picture." The Vicin' al Mare (near the sea) Lodge of Margate celebrated Italian Heritage month by hosting a bus trip to Little Italy in Manhattan where one of the highlights was a visit to the Italian American Museum on Mulberry Street. It is housed in the former Stabile Bank, which was founded in 1885. The bank offered newly arrived immigrants more than financial services. It provided telegraph, post office, steamship travel and notary public; a kind of immigrant community center. The museum exhibits collections of objects and memorabilia which tell the story of the struggles and achievements of Italians and their heirs to the American way of life. The group also dined at one of the great Italian restaurants in the area, visited the Most Precious Blood of St. Gennaro Church, and enjoyed free time shopping for the delectable foods found in Little Italy. The final leg of the journey was a visit to the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum on Staten Island. The group was given an excellent presentation and tour of the museum by the director, It was the home of Antonio Meucci and his wife in 1850. Meucci was recognized by Congress in June of 2002 for his original work in the invention of the telephone. Having been hospitalized for months, and on the brink of poverty, he could no longer renew his patent. Meucci submitted plans to the New York Telegraph Company; they "lost" the plans, and soon after, Alexander Graham Bell received a patent for a nearly identical device. Giuseppe Garibaldi visited the Meucci home in 1850 and lived and worked with Meucci for 4 years. He returned to his native Italy and is celebrated worldwide as the one who led volunteer legions to the victories that resulted in Italy being united from the Alps to Sicily on November 7, 1860, for the first time since the fall of ancient Rome. It was a beautiful day of education, inspiration, and friendly camaraderie. Vicin' al Mare Lodge participants in the Cooley's Anemia Care Walk on May 1st Some of the local participants on the Ventnor City boardwalk left to right: Marie Craver, Alana & Jerry DePrisco, Lodge President Alex & Eileen Cioffi, and Marge Jacobs . HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 Page 9 Filial Lodge News Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge #1658 Giuseppe Garibaldi of Hammonton awarded six scholarships for the year 2011 Toni Marie Capaccio after receiving the Vincent and Paula Sarno Scholarship from Past National President / Sons of Italy Foundation President Vincent Sarno. The Vincent and Paula Sarno Scholarship was funded by OSIA National 1st Vice President Anthony Baratta. Standing left to right Past National President / Sons of Italy Foundation President Vince Sarno, Keith Gazzara Lodge 1658 Treasurer, Charles Baldi Lodge 1658 President, Frank DiMarco Lodge 1658 Vice President and David Bonanata Lodge 1658 Financial Secretary. Sitting left to right this years recipients Maria Elizabeth Capella, Samatha Giorno, Caitlyn Repa, Toni Marie Capaccio, Daniel DellaPeruta and Louis DeStefano IV. Giuseppe Garibaldi Golf Outting The Golf outing was held at White Oaks with 120 golfers participating Kristin Ciraolo- Photographer , Santo Ciraolo- Lodge Recording Secretary. The winners " The Communale Foursome” with Lodge President Charles Baldi " The Rat Pack "Joe Piccari OSIANJ Trustee, Charles Baldi 1658 President, Frank DiMarco 1658 Vice-President, Sal Genovese 1658 Member Page 10 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 State Convention HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEYJERSEY -August August 2011 2011 State Convention Page 11 Filial Lodge News Padre Pio Lodge # 2350 On Wednesday, March 23rd a swearing in ceremony was held at Bella Italia Restuarant in Orange, NJ for some of the new members of the Padre Pio Lodge#2350. Lodge membership has risen from 27 members to 79 members this past two months. Performing the Swearing In Ceremony was our State President Tom Bergbauer and 2nd Vice President Dominic Pucci. John Marcantonio, Joe DeFeo, Dom Pucci, John Petrillo, Anthony Trezza and Tom Bergbauer. Jr. Dominic Pucci, Frank Rossi,Joe DeFeo, Dom Rocco, Jerry DellaSalla, Bob Montuore, Tony Benevento, John Petrillo, Etta Rizzuto, Tom Bergbauer. Tom,Frank Rossi, Dom, Joe DeFeo, Dom DiRocco, Tony Benevento, Bob Montuore, John Marcantonio, Paul Leonardo, John Petrillo, Anthony Trezza. Anthony Trezza, Etta Rizzuto. Tom, Joe McArdle, Tony Benevento, Peter Apito, Pat DeMeglio, Nick Lombardi, Dominic Pucci. Tom, Dom, Dom DiRocco, Tony Benevento, John Marcantonio, Roy Winfield, Paul Leonardo, John Petrillo, Etta Rizzuto, Anthony Trezza, Anna Fusco. Padre Pio’s Visit to Cape Cod Padre Pio takes trip to Cape Cod where they went to Plymouth, Sandwich, New Port Rhode Island, Hyannis and Boston with our lodge members and guests of Padre Pio Lodge. Filial Lodge News Antonio Meucci Lodge #2613 Antonio Meucci Lodge 2613 2011 Bocce Championship & Picnic 2011 Bocce Championship Winners: Team Napoli From the left: Tony Cupani, Joe Valenti, Teresa Timchal, Harry Vanore. The Antonio Meucci Lodge 2613 held a great Bocce Championship & Picnic in June, hosted by Bocce Chairperson, Mary Ann Vergulti. The event took place at Birch Grove Park in Northfield, on Sunday, June 26, 2011. It was a beautiful and sunny day with 90 people attending the event, enjoying the bocce games that the four final teams were playing, eating some of the delicious food that was brought by the bocce players and the food that was delivered by Giovanni’s, relaxing under the shade of the many trees, listening to the Italian music (courtesy of Dino). Ten teams played in this year’s Bocce Tournament. The teams were named after cities and small towns of Campania, a Southern Italian region. Four teams made it to the finals and played on Sunday for the st Championship. Congratulations to: 1 Place - Team Napoli , 2nd Place - Team Sorrento, 3rd Place - Team Benevento, 4th Place - Team Avellino. Many thanks to Mary Ann Vergulti and her Committee for chairing and scheduling the Bocce teams and games as well as hosting and organizing the Bocce Championship & Picnic. Dino Giacona made a video of the event. It’s about 3 to 4 minutes long. If you are interested, you can watch it on the “Antonio Meucci NJ Sons of Italy” FaceBook page. Grazie, Dino! • NJ Order Of Sons Of Italy Antonio Meucci Lodge #2613 P.O. Box 509 Northfield, NJ 08225 May 5, 2011 NJ Order Of Sons Of Italy Grand Lodge 510 Marlboro Avenue Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 Dear President Santoro, We have and active Lodge; here are some of our activities over the last two years: - A Bus Trip to St. Anthony’s Italian Festival in Wilmington, Delaware. - A Spring Breakfast at St. Gianna Baretta Molla Parish Hall. - We have 10 Bocce Teams. Our league starts in April and ends in July with a Championship play off and a great picnic. Last year 90 members and guest attended. - Our ladies have a special committee to make hand crafted gifts for 210 residents at Our Lady’s Multi Care Center which they give out at Christmas with Santa and singing Christmas carols. - In lieu of our December meeting we have a Dinner Dance at a local establishment. - Occasionally, we have dinner meetings with the average attendance of 75 members, - We have upgraded our monthly newsletter and it is not printed in color, thanks to our Editor and two Assistant Editors. We try to have speakers as often as possible; we have had: U.B.S. Financial presented by the Scarpa Wealth Management Group. A presentation by the Holy Redeemer Hospice Volunteer Program. The Vice Chairman for the State of New Jersey Organ Donor Awareness Program gave a presentation on Organ and Tissue donations. Joe Marcascian who was Chairman for Cooley’s Anemia Foundation and Ralph Culasanti spoke about the disease and how to live with it. The author of the Book “The Secret Sin Of Opi” Peter Cimini came from Connecticut to speak about his book. The Atlantic County Branch Manager for Alzheimer’s spoke about the signs and treatment of the disease. A local woman from Ocean City, Marion Talese, told her life story about growing up italian in Ocean City, NJ. Lodge Presidents: Please Submit your lodge’s calendar of events to the Grand Lodge Office for the next edition of The Herald. Page 14 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY - August 2011 DO YOU KNOW: THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS ITALIAN TOMATO SAUCE! TWO BOOKS BY CASSANDRA VIVIAN TELL YOU MORE: If you eat chicken on New Year you will scratch backward all year! People in the Mezzogiorno eat pine nuts & raisins because of Arab influence! Most Italian-Americans never heard of the Feast of the Seven Fishes. 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For Information and available dates, call 609-522-8300 LaPiazza Cucina Italiana 4600 Pacific Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260 Page 18 HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY -August 2011 Local Italian Festivals BayonneOur Lady of the Assumption September 201/436-8160 BellevilleSan GiuseppeSeptember 973/779-0643 CliftonOur Lady of Tears August 973/778-1177 Clifton St. Cosmo and Damiano September 973/778-1177 Fort Lee San Rocco’s Festa August 551/574-1473www.stroccofortlee.org Garfield Our Lady of Mt. Virgin August 973/772-2295 Garfield St. CiroAugust973/772-2295 Our Lady of the AssumptionAugust609/561-0181 Hawthorne St. Joseph March800/831-9801 Hoboken Hoboken Italian FestivalSeptember201/216-0252 www.hobokenitalianfestival.com [email protected] Our Lady of MartiriSeptember201/659-1772 Calendar of Events 2011-2012 August 26, 2011 Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Spaghetti dinner, clam sauce & meatballs, $8 adult $2 child 10 & under 7:30pm . 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Lodge building 153 Haddon Ave., West Berlin, NJ 08091 Lodi St. Joseph September 973/779-0643 [email protected] www.saintjosephsociety.org Montclair St. Sebastian August973/943-0733 www.saintsebastiansociety.com Netcong Our Lady of Assumption August 973/347-0032 New Brunswick Our Lady of Mount Virgin September732/545-5090 Newark St. Gerard October 973/484-4899 October 8, 2011 SOI NJ Foundation Charity Walk Cooper River 8:30 am 856-663-5800 October 15, 2011 Columbus Festa Cooper River For more information visit our website: http://www.njsonsofitaly.com/festa Find us on facebook ! Search “2011 Columbus Cultural Festa” Email: [email protected] Nutley Our Lady of Sorrow September 973/667-0026 Ocean Italian Festival August 732/531-5768 [email protected] www.iaato.com Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Hoagie Sale - $4.50 each 10a.m-2p.m Lodge Building,153 Haddon Ave, West Berliin, NJ 08091 Orange Italian American Festival September 973/296-5169 October 22, 2011 Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Kids Ha;;oween Party Paterson St. Rocco August 973/742-9695 Paterson St. Michael September 973/523-8413 Pennsauken Columbus Cultural Festa October www.njsonsofitaly.com/festa Scotch PlainsSt. Bartholomew September 908/322-5192 South Amboy Gigilio New Jersey Festa Italiana September 908/322-5192 [email protected] www.giglionj.com Trenton Our Lady of Cassantrino September 609/695-6089 Union Columbia Italian Club Feast September 732/281-1244 www.columbiaitalianamericanclubofunion.com Vineland St. Pio September 856/691-7526 West Deptford Gloucester County Italian FestivalOctober856/467-0096 [email protected] October 28, 2011 Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Spaghetti dinner, clam sauce & meatballs, $8 adult $2 child 10 & under 7:30pm . Lodge building 153 Haddon Ave., West Berlin, NJ 08091 November 18, 2011 Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Spaghetti dinner, clam sauce & meatballs, $8 adult $2 child 10 & under 7:30pm . Lodge building 153 Haddon Ave., West Berlin, NJ 08091 December 2011 Amici Lodge Breakfast with Santa.... Details to follow. December 4, 2011 Mario Lanza Lodge- 856-768-0335 Breakfast with Santa, $5 adult $2 child, 5 & under free 9a.m.-12p.m. West Windsor Mercer Italian American Festival September 609/631-7544 www.ItalianAmericanFestival.com [email protected] March 20, 2012 Amici Lodge St. Joseph’s Day Dinner....Details to follow Whitestone Our Lady of Angels August 718/746-8102 Wildwood Italian Festival September 609/522-8300 March 31, 2011 SOI- N.J. Foundation Purple Aster Ball Trump Taj Mahal April 2012 Amici Lodge Breakfast with the Easter Bunny...Details to follow HERALD - ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA - GRAND LODGE OF NEW JERSEY- August 2011 Page 19 Membership #494 AlighieriGarbaldi Joseph Bove Carol Ann Bove Linda Sammartino Matthew Dezzi #783 C. Columbo Salvatore Spina Jennifer Spena #1215 Monmouth County Taylor Huizenga #2229 Enrico Fermi Maria C. Russo #2296 Amici John Farma John DiGregorio Joseph J.Riviello III Chetty Riviello Frank A. Bove Thomas Bove Mark Bove Rev. Nicholas Dudo Emanuel J. Russo Nicholas Pascale Deborah Pascale Mary Ann Vadino Bob Richards #2308 Mario Lanza Michael Tavani Anthony Cipriano IV Anthony Cipriano III James Cruz George DiMatteo Albert Hallworth III Al Rhodes Judith A. Tartaglione Glen Olson #2311Haddon Heights Manuela LaRagione Michael McCloskey Steve Lembo #2580 Carmel S. Morina #2601 Vicin al’Mare Charles Blasetto, Jr. Ronald D.Todd Anthony Bruno Salvatore V. Pastino #2350 Padre Pio Frank Granato Peter Apito Anthony Battista Joseph DeFeo Jerry Della Salla Joseph Durante Victor Facchiano Gloria LaMorgese Paul Leonardo Nicholas Lombadi John Marcantonio Joseph McArdle Paul Modugno Robert Montuore Rose Marie Montuore Anthony Rega Frank Rossi Joseph Saraceno Anthony Trezza Anthony C. Trezza Joseph Trezza Pat DeMeglio Leonard A. Vassallo Jerry DelSordo Dominic DiRocco Thomas Williams Frank Domenic John A. Petrillo Roy Winfield Bill Calisanti Charles Rothenberger Mickey Wolf Michael Trezza James Egnezzo Anthony Paglucci Mario Peluso Carl J. Perrello #2561 Morris County Paul Carifi, Jr. Dominic Paldino Nunzio Martucci Richard Ferera #2315 Marlton Michael dePierro Judy DiGilio Frank Bonaccorsi Rosaria Ventura Lawrence Appet Anthony Ventura Robert Zwigard Jane A. Pellegrini-Vigna John A. Scannelli, Jr. John DiPeri Charles DiPeri #2567 Cherry Hill Millie Gaskins Noella Basile #2327 Vita Nuova #2601 Vicin al’Mare Ernest Anjelo Antonini Mary Ann Baduini Gerald Scott Orlando Emilio Chila William J. Boyle, Jr. Dominic Delicci, Sr. Paul M. Campana #2343 Micheal Angelo Anthony Collemacine Eleanor Bochonok #2520 Pat Campitelli Jerry J. Key Christell Marie Lauletta Frank DeFrancesco Vincent Sarno Ann Naile Phelps Dominic Delicci, Jr. Angela Marie Kelly Irene Martucci Joanne C.Muskett Thomas M. Paratore Bill DeCroce Anthony V. Canuso Pamala Ciccotelli Brittany Yodis #2613 Antonio Meucci Gerald DelRosso Lynn DelRosso Licia A.Sheridan Paul A. Wagner Remigio Romito Evelyn T. Roberts # 2634 Marconi Membership Spotlights From: Ralph Capaccio State 3rd Vice President Membership Chairman Ralph Tursini Arthur F. Toto John Kalamar # 2838 Purple Aster Franco Rifici Denise Black Alexander Nicolo Josephine T. Zuccarino Dr. Jerry Fortunato John Douris Claire Douris Dora Maurer Joe Zaccone Frank Amabile Ursula Amabile Mario Tomaino Joseph LoSasso Kara LoSasso #2829 Tri-Valley Kevin Hand Christopher Arbolino #2844 Middletown Sean Cervone Vincent Caprio Roy DiMaria John Moccaro Micharl Neri Gina Cioffi Membership, Retention, Membership! GREAT JOB!! • Congratulations to all those lodges who submitted new members!! • Keep up the great work and to all the lodges in our state of New Jersey lets work together to grow our membership to this Fraternal Order. Thank you for all your efforts & support Fraternally Yours Ralph Capaccio #2847 Fr. victor Yanitilli Nicholas J. Grillo Anthony Pagano Vincent J. Ruggiero Nick Falotico Fr. Rocco C. Danzi 2011 Scholarship Membership Matthew Dezii- Alighieri Garibaldi Lodge # 4949 Jennifer McIlvaine - Amici Lodge # 2296 *** Taylor Huizenga- Monmouth County Lodge # 1215 Brittany Yodis-Vicin’ al Mare Lodge # 2601 Amanda Santosusso-Antonio Meucci Lodge # 2613 Robert S. Vanisko-Mercer County Lodge #2799 Louis John DeStefano,IV-Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge # 1658 ( At Large Member) Maria Catanoso--Sylvester Grande Lodge # 1838 Victoria Lonero-Morris County Lodge ( At Large Member) Daniel Della Peruta Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge # 1658 ( At Large Member) Michael J. dePierro-Morris County Lodge #2561 Patrick Hennessey-Rev. 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