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The Italia Unita Film Series
'La Tigre e la Neve'
Where: Boston Public Library, 276 Meridian St., East Boston
When: June 14th, 2010 at 6 PM
Monday, June 14, 2010 at 6PM Please join Italia Unita for the viewing of the 2005 Italian film La Tigre e la Neve (The Tiger and the Snow) starring and directed by Roberto Benigni. Movie will be shown with subtitles (running time 118 minutes).
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This romantic comedy takes place in Rome and Baghdad at the onset of the Iraq War. When news that Attilio, an endearing literature professor’s unrequited love Vittoria has been critically injured in Iraq, Attilio travels to the war torn country in an attempt to save her life. Along the way, he finds himself in comical situations, relying on his positive spirit, charm and perseverance to save her. In war and devastation, will the spirit of love conquer all
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Italia Unita Sponsors
'Gravy Wars' Book Signing
Where: 80 Border Street, East Boston, MA
When: June 12th, 2010 at 3 - 5 PM
Please join Italia Unita and author Lorraine Ranalli at the upcoming book signing of 'Gravy Wars'.
Gravy Wars is a humorous narrative about the flavor of Italian culture in South Philadelphia, Gravy Wars describes a way of life that is unique to the region where gravy, a.k.a. tomato sauce, is a distinct hallmark. Italian immigrants in other parts of the United States scoff at its usage. Rather than acquiesce to the common term for sauce, however, this sector of Americana takes pride in the moniker and readily defends it.
Most Italian-Americans are competitive when it comes to culinary skills, especially when it comes to preparing gravy. In a comically deprecating style, Gravy Wars exposes this and many other idiosyncrasies characteristic of South Philadelphians. In addition to a heap of nostalgia, the book includes dozens of family recipes split among eleven chapters in categories that relate to each chapter’s topic.
Download the Gravy Wars Book Synopsis and One Sheet Promo.
Visit the Official Gravy Wars website for more information.
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The Italia Unita Film Series
Marty
Italia Unita will begin an Italian and Italian/American film series at the East Boston Public Library located at 276 Meridian Street East Boston, MA. For those of you who remember the Seville Theater on Meridian Street we are bringing it back at the BPL once a month! Our first film is “Marty” Monday, May 10, 2010 at 6PM 'Marty' - The film stars Borgnine as Marty Piletti, a heavy-set Italian-American butcher who lives in the Bronx with his mother. Unmarried at 34, the good-natured but socially awkward man faces constant badgering from family and friends to get married. Not averse to marriage but disheartened by his lack of prospects, Marty has reluctantly resigned himself to bachelorhood.“Ma, sooner or later, there comes a point in a man's life when he's gotta face some facts. And one fact I gotta face is that, whatever it is that women like...I ain't got it.”
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After being importuned by his mother into going to the Stardust Ballroom one Saturday night, Marty connects with Clara—a plain school teacher who has been nastily abandoned by her blind date. Spending the evening together, Clara and Marty realize their emotional connection. The two part with Marty's promise to call the next day. Fearing the romance could spell her abandonment, Marty's mother belittles Clara. Likewise, Marty's friends are unimpressed with her plainness, and try to convince Marty to forget about her. Harangued into submission, Marty doesn't call Clara. Back in the same lonely rut, Marty realizes that he is giving up a chance at love with a wonderful woman.
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Italia Unita Presents
SpaJazzy
Founded in 1998 by Sergio Bellotti and Tino D'Agostino,Spajazzy is a musical project where labels find no meaning. What about if John Coltrane grew up in Naples or Andrea Bocelli lived in Washington D.C.? A great song starts with a beatiful melody. Whether an original or a rendition of a classic we strive to make sure the melody remains the center of what carries the rhythm, the harmony and all the colors in between these elements. Come to a show to hear what a funk groove sounds like over a Neapolitan classic by Toto' or Edoardo De Crescenzo. Or simply kick back and enjoy some originals where our musical heritage meets the usa jazzy sound we grew up to since the mid 90's.
To view a video of SpaJazzy visit www.spajazzy.com.
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Italia Unita Sponsors
Boston Blazers Lacrosse Team's
Italian Heritage Night!
Was held on April 3rd, 2010
Tickets are only $20 -- see link below to order your tickets today.
Complete information is on the attached flyer.
“Whether your Italian by blood or by heart, come celebrate at Italian Heritage Night! Featuring a performance from the Dante Alighieri choir! A portion of the proceeds will go to supporting Italian Language Education.”
Visit the Boston Blazers official site at www.blazerslacrosse.com.
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Italia Unita Cena Dinner 2010
Hosted by Rino's Place Restaurant in East Boston, MA
Here are some photos from the Italia Unita Cena that was held on March 3rd, 2010 at Rino's Place Restaurant in East Boston, Massachusetts.
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October Heritage Month 2009
Featuring the works of Photographer Valentina Oppezzo.
About the Exhibit
Beginning October 12 through October 31, 2009 an exhibition was organized by “Italia Unita” at 80 Border Street, East Boston; works by the artist were on display. Her works include pictures from her photographic works about toys and food, and landscape photos taken in Trieste, Italia, where she lived for eight years. Join us on October 29th from 6:30 – 8:30 at 80 Border Street, East Boston (Atlantic Works Building) for a cocktail reception. Please RSVP to 617-561-3201 or ItaliaUnita@verizon.net. Donations are accepted.
About the Artist
Valentina Oppezzo is a young Italian photographer now living in Cambridge (MA). After a training of a couple of years as a drawer, she has decided to work in the medium of the Fine Arts Photography. Her photographic work reflects both her previous experience as illustrator and her Master studies in Cinema. She’s specialized, in fact, in creating tiny photographic “sets” using as subjects everyday objects (like her toys, or things bought at the supermarket, or food), that become the “protagonists” of indefinite, magical, ambiguous stories. Her still life pictures have been displayed in several groups and solo exhibitions in Italy, and recently at the ArtMarket Gallery of Downtown Boston, at the Exhibition area of the Harvard Medical School and during the 3DB event organized by the Duplessy Foundation.
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Italia Unita Cena Dinner 2009
Hosted by Sofia’s Restaurant in Hudson, MA
Here are some photos from the Italia Unita Cena held at the Sofia's Restaurant in Hudson, Massachusetts.
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Tutto Dante Inferno!
Saturday, June 6th, 2009
Berklee Performance Center
1140 Boylston Street
Boston, MA
Actor/Comedian Roberto Benigni in his first U.S. Tour! Benigni starts in a poetic journey through Dante's divine comedy in Italian with English titles. Tickets go on sale March 10th, 2009!
You can purchase tickets through italia Unita by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting ticketmaster.com
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Italian Heritage Month 2008
'Calabria' Photo Exhibit by Nicole Connolly
Italia Unita celebrated Italian Heritage Month on October 7th, 2008 at the Atlantic Works Building on 80 Border Street in East Boston with sample Calabrese refreshments provided by Rino's restaurant. Nicole Connolly's photo exhibition "Calabria - Italy's Southern most province" was the main attraction. and the entire event was offered to Italia Unita members for FREE with non-members getting in for only $8.00!
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Italia Unita Presents
Dinner Dance 2007
These photos are from our 2007 Dinner Dance. Italia Unita wishes to thank everyone who came out to support us as well as to dance and have fun at this wonderful event!
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Italia Unita Presents
Cucina Rustica 2006
These photos are from our 2006 Cucina Rustica held at Rino's Place in East Boston. Italia Unita wishes to thank everyone who came out to support us through this event.
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Italia Unita Presents
Italo-Australian Comedian, Joe Avati!
Italia Unita celebrated Italian Heritage month with Italo-Australian comedian, Joe Avati. This was Joe's first time in Boston and he was well received by the Boston crowd. Below are some photos from Joe's visit to Boston.
For more information about Joe Avati please visit these sites.
www.joeavati.com or www.myspace.com/joeavati.
Sample Clips: 01 :: 02 :: 03
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Italia Unita Presents
Columbus Day Parade 2006
The Columbus Day Parade is shared between East Boston and the North End and is alternated every year between each community. Italia Unita hosts a float every year to commemorate Christopher Columbus and the achievements of Italians.
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Italia Unita Presents
World Cup Soccer 2006
Italia Unita Celebrated the World Cup Italy Victory on Sunday July 9, 2006 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in East Boston. Over 200 people packed the place cheering on Italy! The East Boston streets were filled with people waving flags from cars.
Italia Unita was formed 12 years due to Italy's participation in the '94 World Cup. The streets were filled with people celebrating Italian pride and it was then that a few members of Italia Unita decided to form an organization to produce an annual festival. This victory is very symbolic for Italia Unita as we celebrate our 12 year anniversary with a double celebration.
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Italia Unita Presents
Night of Song at Victory Gardens 2006
Italia Unita held an evening of Italian songs for the Victory Garden residents in East Boston. The entertainment was well received by the residents who felt nostalgic about the music. Most of the residents were either born in Italy or 1st generation Italians. "We feel that our elder residents in East Boston deserve to experience the entertainment that we offer and unfortunately some may not be able to attend the festival, so we brought the festival to them." said Gene Schepici, Italia Unita Board Member and Cultural Chairperson. The event was sponsored in part by Verizon Communications and pastries donated by Napoli Pastry on Salem Street, North End.
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Italia Unita Presents
“Our Italian Husband”
Written and directed by Ilaria Borrelli
In this charming romantic comedy, Maria (Il Postino’s Maria Grazia Cucinotta) daringly travels across the Atlantic Ocean in pursuit of the wayward husband who left her and their children in Italy to pursue his career as an artist in New York City. Soon after arriving in New York, Maria learns that her husband married another woman, the very pregnant Charlotte (Brooke Shields). Through a series of comical mishaps, Maria and Charlotte forge an unlikely friendship as they struggle to sort through the upheaval their shared husband has unexpectedly caused. Although Maria came to New York to reclaim her husband, she instead re-discovers herself and in the process creates her own definition of marriage, friendship and family.
Directed by Italian actress and first time director Ilaria Borrelli, Our Italian Husband is inspired by 60’s Italian comedy. The film is in English and Italian with subtitles.
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Italia Unita Presents
“Uncle Nino”
“An elderly Italian peasant, Uncle Nino (Pierrino Mascarino) comes to America for the first time to spend some time with his nephew, Robert Micelli (Joan of Arcadia’s Joe Mantegna), and his family. With his violin, a suitcase full of homemade wine, and a photo of his hero, Abraham Lincoln, in tow, Nino expects to be embraced by the country of his dreams. What he discovers instead is a place of take-out food, manicured lawns, teen smoking, processed vegetables, and a barely communicative family---each disconnected from the others, caught up in lives of multi-tasking.
For more info go to: www.uncleninothemovie.com
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Italia Unita Presents
Cena Dinner 2006
Scenes from the Italia Unita Cena held the first Wednesday of the month at the Rino's.
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Italia Unita Presents
Chianti Classico 2005
Chianti Classico sponsored a wine tasting on September 1, 2005 at the Ritz Carlton in Boston. Italia Unita assisted in promoting the event. Italia Unita members enjoyed an evening of fine wine and olive oil tasting.
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Italia Unita Presents
Caturano Photography Exhibit
In addition to the Italian festival here are a few samples of past events:
Italia Unita recently hosted a black and white photo exhibit "La Vendemmia ~ The Harvest" by Christina Caturano at the John Raimondi Gallery located at the Vitale, Caturano & Co, in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
"The small, mountaintop village of Prezza is located in the Italian region of Abruzzo. It is an area rich with traditions and culture. My love for wine and desire to learn my family history brought me to the area for this simple picture story on “La Vendemmia,” or “The Harvest.” Getting out into the fields gave me a great and unique perspective on rural Italian life as I witnessed the livelihood of the people who hold family and tradition so close to their hearts."
- Christina Caturano
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Italia Unita Presents
Strictly Sinatra!
Was held on Friday,
October 17, 2003; 7pm - Cocktail Hour; 8pm - Dinner
Join us for an evening of entertainment and celebration with Al Natale's Classic Swing Orchestra featuring vocalist Jim Baramante and Al Vega singing Sinatra tunes. Go back to the days of the supper clubs as we pay tribute to one of Italian-American's finest singers, Ol Blue Eyes.
Hosted by WPLM/WGBH Broadcast personality, Ron Della Chiesa.
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Italian Heritage Month
The Bel Canto Opera
Throughout the month of October Italia Unita sponsors a variety of activities and celebrations in honor of Italian Heritage Month. In 2000 Italia Unita presented an opera brunch to celebrate Italian Heritage Month and continues to honor October as Italian Heritage Month in Massachusetts.
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