celebrate the year of italian culture

4th Annual Italian America
Heritage Festival
Year of Italian Culture
Italian Food, Culture, Authors, Artists and Entertainers
Sunday, June 2nd at Rose Tree Park, Media, PA
11:30 AM - 6 PM • RAIN OR SHINE • FREE ADMISSION • FREE ON-SITE PARKING
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Boy in Black Band
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Opera Highlights
Car Exhibit
Italian lessons on the lawn
NEW Sports Pavilion
Bocce
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Kids Activities
• Pasta activities
• Scavenger hunts
• Story time
• Fitness games & Bouncy Houses
• Theatre activities
Italian
• Specialties
• Products
• Sweets
• Entertainment
Italian American Festival Association member organizations
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Associazione Regionale
Abruzzese of the
Delaware Valley
Festival produced by Italian American Festival Association and Eventfully Yours, Int.
For information: Charlotte Higler ([email protected]; 610-742-0462) or Rose Vaconne ([email protected]; 610-203-3969)
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Welcome to the 2013 Italian American Heritage Festival
WITH SINCERE BEST WISHES
ON THE 4TH ANNUAL
ITALIAN AMERICAN
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
AND WITH THANKS
and
APPRECIATION
For all you do for our
community!
Compliments of
MARIO J. CIVERA, JR.
Vice Chairman
Delaware County Council
Paid for by Citizens for Mario Civera
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Welcome - Benvenuto!
Welcome to the 4th Annual Italian American Heritage
Festival. The Festival Association and Eventfully Yours, Int.
are particularly grateful to Marc Manfre and his entire staff at
the park for helping us to produce this event. Special thanks
to Norm Bennett and his grounds crew and to Captain John
Deihl, Captain of the Park Police for working with us shoulder to shoulder.
T
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ajority Lea
der
Senate of Pennsylvania
DOMINIC F. PILEGGI
9TH DISTRICT
Hear the fabulous musicians performing in the
Rose Tree Park Summer Concert Series!!
THE STATE CAPITOL
HARRISBURG. PA 17120
PHONE: (717) 787-4712
TOLL FREE: 888-9TH-DIST
FAX: (717) 783-490
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Fabulous Foods - Mange...
Jules & Elia Esposito
Traditional Boneless Roasted Pig
Sliced Pork And Beef
Graduation
Parties
Any Occasion
www.Espositiosporchetta.com
1627 S. 10th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19148
Tel: 215-271-8418 • Fax: 215-271-8459
Our food vendors offer
fabulous Italian favorites!!
Chrissy Cipolloni Catering
Meatballs, chicken tenders, sausage scaloppini,
Broccoli Rabe
Cocco's Pizza
Pizza
DiFabio's Catering
Pistachio Chicken, roasted potato spears, pizza capricci
700 W. Haverford Road
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
T: (610) 520-7300’ • F: (610) 520-7301
www.d9catering.com
Esposito's Porchetta
Roasted Pig,
broccoli Rabe, cheese, peppers
La Locanda To Go
Lobster ravioli, sausage/ peppers (white) pizza, &
crab cakes
Luigi & Giovanni
Parma prosciutto Panini, hoagies, Stromboli,
sausage and peppers, cheese steaks
Lupi's Catering
Carved roast Beef & Sausage Sandwiches
MAMMA MARIA
1637 East Passyunk Avenue
215 463- 6884 • Serving Lunch and
Dinner Private Party Facilities
Kevin A. Bruton
www.Purple-Picnic-People.com
President
Cell: 610-368-1515
Email: [email protected]
Mamma Maria's
Gnocchi - Chicken
a La Mamma, sausage w/broccoli rabe
EAT IN - TAKE OUT
DELIVERY
5003 West Chester Pike
Edgemont, PA 19028
Narberth Café
Tuscan style lemon
chicken, arugula, eggplant and caponata sandwich
610-325-5200
610-325-3439
Primal Pit
Lamb --- Braised dandelion greens
HOURS: Mon-Thurs 10:30am-9:00pm
Fri-Sat 10:30am-10:00pm
Sunday 12:00 Noon-9:00pm
Purple Picnic People
Mussels, clams, Chicken Parmigiana sandwiches,
Hand cut fries
Rocky's Catering
Tripe - BBQ -- sausage - chicken with broccoli rabe
Rose Tree Inn
Crab balls with sauce & shrimp Louie with Russian dressing
on a bun
P.O. Box 1425
West Chester, Pa. 19382
Div. of SGMS, LLC
109 NORTH NARBERTH AVE
NARBERTH PA
610-664-9263
Springfield Pasta
Cheese Ravioli & Meatball sandwiches
FAX: 610-325-2287
Lupi Catering
Presents The Phoenix Ballroom
1661 Mill Road
Boothwyn, PA 19001
484•353•9737
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Fabulous Foods - Mange...
Rocky’s
Frank Boyle
[email protected]
Catering
2413 W Darby Rd
Havertown, PA 19083
1243 N. Providence Road • Media, PA 19063 • 610.891.1205
www.RoseTreeInnMedia.com
(610) 789-8770
Luigi & Giovanni
Cocco’s Pizza Media
433 Manchester Ave
Media, PA 19063
Specialty Food Market
Catering Ristorante
ANTHONY PROCOPOS
215.873.5098 • THEPRIMALPIT.COM
[email protected]
Specialty Foods: 3601 Chapel Road • Newtown Square, PA 19073
610-353-2080 • FAX 610-353-3517
email: [email protected]
on the web at: www.LuigiandGiovanniCaterers.com
Ristorante/Catering Hall: 259 Church Street Downingtown, PA 19355
610-269-9039
610-892-5900
www.coccosmedia.com
Enjoy Goodies From
The Sweet Table Vendors!!
A Taste of Olive - Olive oil tastings
Bella Biscotti - biscottis
Christopher's - Chocolate
D&L Coffee Service - Cappuccino / coffee
D'Ascenzo's Gelato - Gelato
Fresh Fruit Cup - fresh fruit
Maui Wowi - smoothies
La Gelato - gelato
Isgro's - baked goods
Testa's - baked goods
A Bella Rose original
Pampered Chef - Cookware
Origami Owl - Jewelry
Roxeanne's Craft Collection
Novelty Items - Gregory Rowe
Robin's Craft Collection
Minutella's Florist
Five Star Home Foods Organic Foods
Italian novelties -Tutto Italiano
Jewelry - Ashley
Italian Stallion - Rocco
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CONTINUOUS ENTERTAINMENT
--------------- Luigi’s Jam --------------A native of Calabria, Oreste
began his passion for the accordion at age 15. As Oreste Music,
he provides entertainment for all
occasions. The festival, once
again, welcomes Oreste.
Greg Farnese’s
unique vocal ability creates an
experience that
resonates with
both young and
old. His crooning
interpretation of
the
American
Classic songbook
has captivated
fans around the
country. His tone is soulful and his phrasing of this inspired
music is evocative and compelling. See Greg at both stages of
entertainment. Check the calendar for time and location.
Christine Kinslow - With acoustic guitars and passionate vocals,
singer/songwriter Christine
Kinslow spins out tales of
country charm while crafting
melodies that breathe life into
real situations. Her songs are
mesmerizing tales of simple
people, with human stories to
tell.
Joseph A. Morinelli
Host/Producer
484.324. TAPE
[email protected]
PO Box 502
Pilgrim Gardens, Pa 19026
TUNE IN @ WWW.RADIOVOICEITALIAUSA.COM
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT, 7:00 - 10:00PM (ET)
Anthony Caserta and the Boy in
Black Band provide an authentic Johnny Cash show. From
the way Anthony dresses, does
his hair and acts towards his
audience, he has been recognized by Delaware County and
Nashville as an amazing tribute
to Johnny Cash. The 18 year
old impresses audiences by
how well he can portray the
character of Cash, but he is
totally respectful of the man.
“I have been studying him, my
whole life. “
The Ant Hill Mob Band is High
Energy Rock Band with a
Dance twist! Covering the
music of the 50’s thru today,
THE ANT HILL MOB is rock
and roll defined!
Musian and sound engineer Mike
Gallagher has been involved with coordinating and performing hundreds of events
in the Philadephia area since 1998. He is
currently serving as an Arts Missionary for
Inner-City Movement (a non-profit organization that engages youth through arts and
spiritual development). With his versatile
background in
Sound, Theater
and Production,
Mike is truly a
wonderful asset
to have involved
in this year’s Italian Festival.
Sound by Mike Gallagher & Steve E.
Love Sound
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Opera at the Festival
Our tenor, Paolo Antognetti, graduated Conservatorio G. Puccini
di La Spezia with the highest honors. He comes to the festival
from the soloist roster at The Arena in Verona Italy’s famous outdoor opera coliseum which annually draws 500,000 people to its
concerts. He is a soloist with many prestigious Italian companies
and is the winner of “Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano “Giuseppe
Verdi Competition.” This is Mr. Antognetti premiere US appearance.
A lyric soprano, Fumiyo
Batta first received media
attention at the age of 16
when she sang the title
role of Hansel and Gretel
on Kansai television. She
received her graduate and
undergraduate degrees at
the Kunitachi College of
Music in Tokyo. She has
won prizes at the
Mainichi
Music
Competition and at the
prestigious Nichii Vocal
Consoro in Tokyo. Mrs.
Batta was awarded a study
at the Conservatorio di
musica “Giuseppe Verdi”
in Milan, Italy. She has
appeared in leading roles
for the Forum Opera
Company of Philadelphia, The Opera Company of Philadelphia,
and the New York City Opera.
The Foot and Ankle Center
at the Healthplex
CARLINA TORRI
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WILLIAM M. URBAS, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S.
CORY R. HAWLEY, D.P.M.
FRANK M. ZISKOWSKI, D.P.M.
214 Fairmont Ave., Phila. Pa 19123
Podiatric Medicine. Foot & Ankle Surgery
610.996.7400 • 215.923.8500
[email protected] • Torrilnsurance.com
100 West Sproul Road, Suite 122
Springfield, PA 19064
Phone: (610) 604-0734
Fax: (610) 604·0846
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CONTINUOUS ENTERTAINMENT
--------------- In the Piazza --------------Coro Gabriele
D ’A n n u n z i o
(The Coro)
established in
1994, is under
the direction
of Maestro
Federico
Piantini and
sponsored by
the Associazione Regional Abruzzese of the Delaware Valley.
Dressed in traditional costume, they have performed folk songs,
Italian classics, and operatic selections at festivals, parades, colleges, and churches throughout the area.
Sal Masi, Jr., entertainer,
singer, musician and comedian
with forty years in the spotlight
again joins the festival as
Master of Ceremonies. Well
known for his work with the
band, the Untouchables, Sal is
a sought after cruise ship, night
club and casino performer.
This dynamic and magical
entertainer combines fantastic
and original vocals with great
music and comedy to put on a
sensational show.
Mary Lou Koch has directed for Murder Mystery Players and
MC’d at ARA DelCo events. She has also appeared as one of the
bridesmaids in Tina and Tony’s Wedding.
Carmen Vitanza’s musical
career goes back to 1935 when
he received his first accordion.
He has played in every medium from night clubs to cruise
ships. Carmen is also a noted
author, and in his autobiography, My Accordion: The
Music in My Life Carmen tells
his story of big bands, dance
bands, and playing on a troop
ship in Pearl Harbor in 1945.
This will be Carmen’s third
year performing for the festival.
The De La Salle String Band Orchestra was formed 3o years ago
as the Knights of Columbus De La Salle Council #590 String
Band. Now, a 30 member “Community Band” the group performs more than 25 concerts and events each year. The band is
supported by Media VFW Post #3460 and West End Boat Club
in Essington. Band Leader, Paul DelRossi, President, Steve
Althouse, and Manager, and Dave Daltry keep the band humming and strumming.
The Philadelphia Mandolin & Guitar Ensemble perform the exciting music of classical mandolin
and guitar. The musical selections combine classical and
folkloric music with rhythms
including rumbas, tangos,
mazurkas, polkas, waltzes,
tarantellas and marches.
Mandolins, mandalas, mandocellos and Spanish guitars create a sound both romantic and
dynamic. Join them as they perform the music they love on these
wonderful stringed instruments.
B & S Deli/Sunoco
MARIO’S AUTO BODY INC.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH AT ITS BEST
All Type Body Work • Frame and Paint Specialist
Complete Collision Work • Insurance Claims
Towing Available
Dan Banta
2200 West Second Street
Owner
(Rt 291 at Engle Street)
610 485-2327
Chester, PA 19013
610 494-4848 Fax
[email protected]
mybandsdeli.com
Alfio captures the very essence
of Italian music. His natural
phenomenal vocal ability showcases his innate passion for
Italian songs and is enjoyed by
music lovers throughout the
world. The 2013 festival is
thrilled to welcome this magnificent artist to our stage.
Amelia Scalies, 8th grader, is an Alternative/Indie singer/songwriter from our area. Since
winning her first writing contest, this talented young lady,
has been connecting and moving audiences in a manner that
belies her youthful years.
Amelia’s deep and powerful
lyrics offer universal insight
into the human experience.
Her 13 song CD is scheduled
for release in June, 2013.
Hot Club of Philly: Jean Django Reinhardt and Stephane
Grapelli invented an entirely new style of hot jazz guitar in the
1930’s. Reinhardt, known as the “greatest guitar player of all
time” called the band the Hot Club of France. Inspired by the
music and style, Barry Wahrhaftig and Mark Campiglia started
the Hot Club of Philly
Band. There is universal
appeal to Gypsy Jazz. It’s
honest and from the
heart…just Hot Swing
played
Sweet
and
Lowdown! The festival is
pleased to welcome Hot
Club for its second consecutive year.
Law Offices of
SPADEA & ASSOCIATES, LLC
Attorneys at Law
GREGORY J. SPADEA, Esquire
Voice: 610-521-0604
EXPERT
IN
510 Church Lane
Yeadon, PA 19050
FINE CARS AND CUSTOMIZING
610-623-1373
Fax: 610-626-7880
email: [email protected]
Website: SpadeaLawFirm.com
Fax: 610-521-4515
Email: [email protected]
Parkwoode II, 204 East Chester Pike
P.O. Box 122
Ridley Park, PA 19078
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FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES
Bring the family and visit the Kids Field of Fun!!
3 Bocce Courts!!
--Italian Lessons
--Magic with Cards by Fantastic Frankie
Story time with
Author Ruth Zavitsanos
Join the tournament….or just try your hand…
--Creating Pasta Activities
--RSVP Clowns - Face painting and
balloon animals
--Maryanne with Tweens and Teens Kid Fit
--Little Gym Activities
4 member teams will compete until
winner is determined.
The Villa Dog, The Old Fortress
Dog, The Kona Dog, Flight of Little
Dove, Sisters Inn
This talented children's author
makes her home in Chester County
and has her office in a tree house.
She was nominated for the Epic Book Award for The Villa
Dog.
Registration is required.
Register on-line at
www.celebrationsitalianstyle.org or
call Rose Vaccone (610-203-3969)
Fee: $10 per person
--Sand Art
First prize for tournament...Pizza dinner with wine for 4
team members and their 4 guests!!
Provided by ARIANO'S, Media, PA
--Tween's and Teen's Scavenger Hunt Teams
--Hedgrow Theater presents Story Telling
and Italian Characters
One court and equipment will be available for open play for
experienced or first time players.
RSVP Clowns
Fantastic Frankie
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Over 20 TV’s to watch
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A Beautiful
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Fantastic Menu
Great Lunch Specials
with quick, full service
610-522-5400
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Holmes, PA 19043
email: [email protected]
www.barnabysofamerica.com
Book your next event
at Heritage Ballrooms
Accommodating 35 to 500 people
Graduation Parties • Christenings
Anniversary Parties • Business Meetings • Corporate Events • Showers
Funeral luncheons • Wedding Receptions • Rehearsal Dinners
Let us display a level of excellence for beyond your expectations
610-522-1100
2107 Macdade Boulevard
Holmes, PA 19043
email: [email protected] • www.heritageballrooms.com
CHRISTENINGS
• BIRTHDAYS • ANNIVERSARIES
EAT IN • TAKE OUT • DELIVERY • BYOB
TO SEE FULL MENU GO TO
WWW.SOPRANOSCATERING.NET
MON. - TUES. - WED.
9:00 AM TO 8:00 PM
THURS. - FRI - SAT. 9:00 AM TO 9:00 PM
SUNDAY - 11:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
• GRADUATIONS
• PRIVATE PARTIES
• SHOWERS
• THEMED EVENTS
• CORPORATE
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AUTHORS & ARTISTS
Visit with renowned authors and artists!
George Anastasia - Blood and Honor, Mob Fathers, Mob Files,
The Last Gangster
George Anastasia, a veteran reported for the Philadelphia
Inquirer, is the grandson of Sicilian immigrants who settled in
South Philadelphia. He is the author of five books of non-fiction
including "Blood and Honor," which has been called the best
gangster book ever written. He has won awards for investigative
journalism and for magazine writing, and has been seen in Fox
29 TV. We are very excited to welcome Mr. Anastasia back to
the festival.
Cynthia Goch - MaMa Mia Cucina
Inspired by a lineage of cooking teachers, old world recipes,
and family favorites, cooking is a way of life for Cynthia.
GochYa Cooking offers services that include cooking classes and
party demonstrations. Her book, MaMa Mia Cuciana includes
more than 120 recipes. Visit Cynthia at her booth and watch her
cook!
MATERIALS
EQUIPMENT
610.544.2586
Dr. Frank Salvatore - Janus: Two Countries, Two Love Stories
A professor of Italian, this award winning novelist is also an
authority on Italian emigration.
725 OLD MARPLE ROAD
SPRINGFIELD, PA
Natalie Stone - Actress & Reality TV Chef
Stone grew up in Norwood until moving to Medford, NJ at age
13. She is an actress whom HBO Boardwalk Empire fans will recognize as Babette. Others may have seen her on Rocco's Dinner
Party with famed chef Rocco DiSpirito. As a result of her appearance on Bravo's Rocco's Dinner Party she now has her own cooking/comedy show in development,
WWW.GALANTINO.COM
Ruth Zavitsanos- “The Villa Dog,” “The Old Fortress Dog,” “The
Kona Dog,” “Flight of Little Dove,” and “Sisters Inn”
This talented children’s author makes her home in Chester
County and has her office in a tree house. She was nominated for
the Epic Book Award for “The Villa Dog.” Visit her web site and
make sure you visit her in the Kid’s Pavilion.
Brigida DiGenova Michopulos - Artist
Born into a family of musicians and educated at the Academy of
Fine Arts in Tirana, Brigida was employed as an architectural
illustrator when she came to the US in 2000. Her vivid imagination, meticulous attention to detail and architectural background
are all prevalent in every piece she creates. Brigida has participated in numerous competitions and has displayed her work
throughout the Northeast. We thank her for creating and donating the original festival logo to us in 2010.
Ursula Ippoliti - Artist
Beloved and cherished artist, Ursula Ippoliti, will be at the 2013
festival with all her glorious artwork. Mrs. Ippoliti spent a great
deal of time in Italy creating much of her enchanting artwork.
See her "Doors of Italian Cities" artwork and spend some time
chatting with this delightful and world famous artist.
LAW OFFICES
VINCENT B. MANCINI & ASSOCIATES
ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW
Vincent B. Mancini, Esquire
Louis M. Kodumal, Esquire
Paul J. Toner, Esquire
Brian C. LeGrow, Esquire
Gina M. Gerber, Esquire
Formerly of Counsel:
Hon. Joseph T. Doyle
(1931 – 2012)
Retired President Judge
Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania
Land Development and Zoning Law
Real Estate Law (Transactional and Litigation)
Civil Litigation (Including Commercial and Real Estate Litigation)
Eminent Domain
Tax Assessment Appeals
Municipal Law (e.g. Taxation, Solid Waste Disposal Under Act 101, etc.)
Appellate Practice
Practice Before State Administrative Agencies
Commercial Transactions and General Business Law
Wills, Estates and Trusts
414 EAST BALTIMORE PIKE
MEDIA, PENNSYLVANIA 19063
(610) 566-8064 • Fax (610) 566-8265
www.vmancinilaw.com
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CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF ITALIAN CULTURE
THE LAW OFFICE OF
MICHAEL P. DIGNAZIO,
ESQUIRE
RICHARD BACCARO
SALUTES
THE
ITALIAN AMERICAN
HERITAGE FESTIVAL!
229 N. OLIVE STREET
MEDIA, PA 19063
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CARPETS • BINDING
610-544-6380
610-544-0443
Fax 610-544-1865
794 BALTIMORE PIKE
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
pandolfi[email protected]
Website: pandolficarpets.com
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CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF ITALIAN CULTURE
We are pleased to welcome the following dignitaries and are grateful for their
support and encouragement of the festival and for joining us
in celebration of 2013, the Year of Italian Culture.
Dominic Pileggi,
PA State Senate Majority Leader
On. Salvatore Ferrigno,
President of COMITES, Philadelphia
Dr. Luigi Scotto,
Console Generale d’Italia a Filadelfia
Hon. Amato Berardi
PA Senator Ted Erickson
Mario J. Civera
Greg Vitali, PA State Representative
Judge Christine Fizzano-Cannon
Nick Miccarelli,
Joseph Hackett
PA State Representative
Hon. Judge Linda Cartisano
Hon. Judge George Pagano
Hon. Judge Cappelli
Hon. Judge Capuzzi
Hon. Judge Perfetti
Hon. Judge Puppio
Hon. Judge Berardocco
Hon. Judge Sandone
Hon. Judge Lacianca
Hon. Judge Micozzie-Aquirre
Dr. Rosalie Mirenda,
President of Neumann University
Claudio Cifoni
Donna Mancini
Tore Fiore,
Director of Brandywine Visitors and
Convention Bureau
David J. White
Colleen P. Morrone
Jack Whalen, Delco DA
Peter De Feo
Michael N. Paolucci
Judge Paul Panepinto
Joseph Cirilli,
Director of Delaware County Athletes
Hall of Fame
Robert A. Mahon
Jeffery A. Smith
Thank you to the following supporters who have
graciously contributed their time,
expertise and complementary funds.
--Rose Tree Park
--Delaware's County's Brandywine Conference and Visitors
Bureau
--Delaware County Council
--Radio Italia
--Upper Providence Police Department
--Delaware County News Network
--Comcast
--C.O.M.I.T.I.E.S.
--Hedgerow Theatre
--International Opera Theatre
--Mickey Vernon Sports Museum of DelCo
--Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
--Center for the Arts in Wallingford
--Jack A.Collazzo, MD
ITALIAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
Delaware County
Christopher Columbus
Memorial Association, Inc.
Proud sponsors of the
2013 ltalian American Heritage Festival
~ celebrating ~
The Year of ltalian Culture
Joseph A Stephano, President
[email protected]
Associazione Regionale Abruzzese Delco
A major contributor to this year’s Italian American Heritage Festival,
wishes to thank the community, sponsors, vendors, and other participating
organizations for helping make the event possible and to celebrate with us the “Anno
della Cultura Italiana negli Stati Uniti”, (Year of the Italian Culture in the U.S.A.).
We proudly sponsor:
Italian Language School in conjunction with Neumann University, the Italian Club
at St. Mary Magdalen Elementary School, Bocce Club, Youth Soccer, Italian Music
Festival, and Italian Cinema Night in conjunction with Widener University.
Nicholas Rapagnani, President
www.abruzzidelco.com
Justinian Society
Promoting Italian American Heritage through
lawyers and judges in Delaware County
Please join us at our monthly meetings this summer!
Dining Under the Stars!
Ariano’s
114 S Olive St.
Media, PA 19063
The Justinian Society of Delaware County proudly
sponsors the Italian American Heritage Festival, with
heartfelt appreciation for the efforts of Eventfully Yours
International and all of the other sponsoring Italian
American associations.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: CONTACT PAUL MONTEFIOERE AT 610-325-6115
Founder & First Chancellor • Francis G. Pileggi, Esquire
Sons of Italy
District 5
Bob D’Anjolell, Trustee
Clubs:
Guido Baccelli Lodge, Frank J. Falcone, President
Twelfth October Lodge, Dr. Samuel Cimino, President
Benvenuto Lodge, Anna Forte, President
Central Delco Lodge, Ronald Gionta, President
Ardmore Lodge, Joseph Bianco, President
Mother Cabrini Lodge, Rita Faia, President
Associazione Regionale Abruzzese
of the Delaware Valley
Box 526 Ardmore, PA 19003
Proud sponsors of :
Coro Gabriele D’Annunzio,
Scholarships for students
of Italian descent
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ITALIAN FESTIVAL LOCATION MAP OF VENDORS, EVENTS, & REFRESHMENTS
Grand Flag Stage
Italian
Food Delights
Information
Booth
Main Stage
EMS - Thanks to Keystone Crozer Healthplex
Gazebo
Restrooms
Food Vendors
Bocce Ball Tournament & Courts
Italian Car Exhibit
Novelty Vendors
A Bella Rosa original
Craft Collection - Roxanne
Craft Collection - Robin
Five Star Home Foods
Italian Stallion - Rocco
Wine Glasses by Ashley
Minutellas Florist
Novelties by Gregory
South Hill Design - Kim
Pampered Chef
Tutto Italiano
Chrissy Cipolloni Catering
Cocco’s Pizza
DiFabio’s Catering
Esposito’s Porchetta
La Locanda To Go
Luigi & Giovanni
Lupi’s Catering
Mamma Maria’s
Narberth Cafe’
Primal Pit
Purple Picnic People
Rocky’s Catering
Rose Tree Inn
Springfield Pasta
Roving Attractions
Fantastic Frankie Poliafico
RSVP Clown of Del. Co.
Hedgerow Theater - Italian Characters
Italian American Festival Association
Italian Sweet Delights
A Taste of Olive
Bella Biscotti
Christopher’s Chocolate
D & L Coffee, Cappuccino
Fresh Fruit Cup by Ruby
Isgro Pastries
La Gelato
Maui Wowi
Testa Bakery
Water Ice Stand
Water Ice Stand
Sponsors
Berardi, Carmine
Carmen Fiat
DeLallo Authentic Italian Foods
Dental Health Care Associates
Creative Financial Group
Crozer Keystone Healthplex
Springfield Country Club
Associazione Regionale Abruzzese
Delco
Associazione Regionale Abruzzese
Delaware Valley
Christopher Columbus Memorial
Association
Filitalia Delaware County
Justinian Society of Delaware County
Saint Anthony of Padua Society
Sons of Italy District 5
Neumann University
Widener University
Specialty Tables
Suburban Travel Agency
Weichert Realtors
Authors & Artists
George Anastasia
Dr. Salvatore & Brigida Michopulos
Ursala Ippoliti
Cynthia Goch
Sports Legends Pavilion
Mickey Vernon Sports Museum of
Delaware County Exhibit -Jim Vankoski
Rich Pagano, author of “Sports Legends
of Delaware County”
Tony Iacone, author of “Chronicles of Pride”
Rich Westcott
Roz Trosley, Pilates instructor & author of
Pilates CD
Special Attractions
Andy’s Friends Cat Rescue
Center for Cultural Exchange
Delaware County SPCA
Radio Voice Italia
Kids Field of Fun
Author Ruth Zavitsanos
Fun Time
Hedgerow Theater
Italian Lessons given by Anna
Jewelry by Carla
Kids & Teen Fit - Maryanne Marucci
Little Gym of Newtown Square
Pasta Crowns - Community Art Center
Sand Art
Scaventer Hunt - Casilda Quarciari
Eventfully Yours, Int - Executive Producers,
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Ever dream of zipping through the Tuscan hills behind the
wheel of a gorgeous Italian car? Think it might be just as
exciting to maneuver along roads closer to home?
Wander over to the Italian Car Exhibit and picture yourself in
any of the legendary models, from the Classic models to the
Exotics and Supercars, from luxury street models to racing
cars. Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Fiat, Alfa Romeo,
Bertone and more will be represented.
A big hit at the festibal over the last three yesrs, everyone
loves to check out the gorgeous styling, unique features and
aerodynamic design of these extraordinary vehicles. Chat
leisurely with the owners about their interest in Italian cars.
Discover the history of their particular car, how it's been
restored, how it handles on the road…the sheer thrill of driving a high performance car.
Be sure to vote for your two favorites: Best of Show and
People Choice.
If you can't be driving every Italian's dream car, live vicariously!
Vote for your favorite car!!
1. Cut out these ballots - or pick them up at the festival
2. View the cars on exhibit
3. Complete your ballot
4. Drop in the box!!
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THE SPORTS PAVLION
Visit the Sports Pavilion - Brand New This Year!!
Rich Pagano - Delaware County Sports Legends Mr. Pagano's
tremendously interesting book about Delaware County sports
giants representing every sports category will be available at the
festival. The book is packed with photos and stories going back
to the earliest beginnings of every sport at every level. Rich
Pagano is the foremost sports authority in Delaware County, and
he is a member of the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association,
the oldest organization of its kind in the nation. Visit Rich,
Delaware County's most knowledgeable sports historian, at the
new for 2013 Sports Pavilion.
Rich Westcott - Philadelphia's Top 50 Baseball Players This distinguished author has written 23 books including "Shibe Park/
Connie Mack Stadium," "The Philadelphia Phillies - Past and
Present" and the recently published, "Philadelphia's Top 50
Baseball Players." Westcott was the founder, producer, and editor of "Phillies Report," and a member of the committee assigned
to plan and produce the permanent historical exhibits at
Citizens' Park. Rich writes for the "Philadelphia Inquirer,"
"Sport's Illustrated," Delaware County Daily News," and a host
of other newspapers, journals, and magazines.
Roz Trosley - Pilates with Roz Swarthmore born and bred, Roz is
a Delaware County legend unto herself. After leaving a career in
broadcasting in California, Roz studied aerobics under the
famous Jane Fonda. On her return to Swarthmore, she opened
her own aerobics studio. For more than thirty years, Roz has
taught "the right way" to exercise properly. Take home her CD,
and be on your way to fitness and health. Visit Roz at the Sports
Pavilion.
Tony Iacone - Chronicles of Pride Mr. Iacone is a 1963 graduate of St. James High School. His book
is a meticulously detailed history of his high school and covers the years from 1940 when the
school first opened its doors to 1993 when St. James closed its doors. This tremendously interesting book includes the photos of all 22 of the first graduating class with special pages devoted to
special people like Francis "Bear" Brennan, the football coach credited with developing the great
St. James Bulldog spirit. Mr. Iacone is now completing a second edition of the fascinating history
of one of Delaware County's most beloved high schools.
Jim Vankoski, Director
Sports Legends Exhibit at the Mickey Vernon Sports Museum of Delaware County
Named for Mickey Vernon, one of Delco's most decorated and famous professional baseball players, the Mickey Vernon Museum showcases artifacts and memorabilia of more than a hundred
Delaware County sports legends. The museum opened on
April 21, 2013 at its new location on the second floor of
Granite Run Mall. The Exhibit
at the festival will showcase
items from the museum and
provide information about its
development and management. Visit Jim to chat about
notable Delaware County
sports figures.
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OUR SPONSORS - Grazie!
The Italian American Festival Association and Eventfully Yours, Int. are extremely grateful to our Sponsors for their generosity and commitment. Their financial contributions allow
the festival to remain free of charge for all attendees.
A special thanks is extended to Delallo Foods for their assistance in making the 4th Annual
Italian American Heritage Festival the best yet. As partners in this endeavor, DeLallo helps
bring first rate entertainers to the stage for a full day of enjoyment.
In addition to the financial support received by so many organizations, unpaid volunteers,
in-kind support and contributions from our member organizations are vital for the on-going
success of this annual festival.
A note of heartfelt thanks, as well, to Charlotte Higler and Rose Vaconne, festival producers. Their tireless work makes the event possible and also maintains the exceptional quality of
the performances, activities, food and facility arrangements.
Thank you to all who have given their time and talents. Your contributions have helped us to
honor and truly celebrate the Year of Italian Culture!
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
At the Piazza
Luigi's Jam
10:45 AM: De La Salle String Band
Orchestra
Noon: Anthony Caserta and the
Boy In Black Band
11:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
1 PM: Carmen Vitanza
Noon: Paolo Antognetti (Verona, Italy),
Tenor,
International Opera Theater
2 PM: Greg Farnese
12:30 PM: Soprano Fumiyo Batta, Widener
University
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2 PM: Amelia Scalies
2:30 PM: Alfio
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3:30 PM: Hot Club of Philly
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For information:
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