St. Patrick Is a Paesano
March 17 is the feast day of St. Patrick, known to Italians as San Patrizio. Although Patrizio’s celebration is overshadowed – in Italy at least – by that of San Giuseppe (St. Joseph) on March 19, Patrizio has his own ties to Italy. His parents were Romans.

Viva St. Joseph
Two days after we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Italians and Italian-Americans celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph on the 19th of March. The Feast of St. Joseph began in Sicily when during the middle ages the country was hit with drought and famine. The people of Sicily asked their Patron Saint, Joseph, to intervene. If he intervened and ended the drought the people of Sicily would have a feast honoring him.

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Greek temple at Segesta

The ancient Greek temple at Segesta was constructed around 430 BC. The doric temple is 6 columns by 14 columns long and it is situated on the hilltop just outside the city. Construction on the temple was never finished.

* Proverb
Necessità è madre dell’invenzione.

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Here is a great recipe for St. Joseph’s day bread.

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Volume 22, No. 9

March 9, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 9

Life of Frank Sinatra
Chairman of the Board was born Francis Albert Sinatra on December 12, 1915, in an apartment at 415 Monroe Street in Hoboken, NJ. He was the only child of Italian immigrants. Ol’ Blue Eyes is among the world’s best-selling music artists.

How to Dye Easter Eggs Using Onions
Did you know that you could make golden brown Easter eggs with the skin of onions? This Italian tradition has been in my family for generations and it is a great way to make dyed eggs for Easter. Here are some step-by-step instructions for you to make your own dyed eggs using onion skins.

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Scopello

The beautiful town of Scopello is situated on the gulf of Castellammare in the province of Trapani, Sicily.

* Proverb
Nulla nuova, buona nuova.

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Here is a great recipe for stuffed peppers.

Volume 22, No. 8

March 1, 2023March 9, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 8

Vintage photo of Italian immigrants How Italians Went From Being Italian to Italian American
When Italians from the southern portion of the boot began arriving in the U.S. in mass numbers during the late nineteenth century to seek the American Dream, they were not considered white by the Anglo-Saxon population, specifically in the South.

Observe Lent in Italy
Italy, with Venice’s annual festivities, is much more famous for Carnevale, the day before Lent begins, than it is for the 40-day countdown to Easter. However, among Catholics, who make up the majority of Italy, Lent is the holiest time of year. And there is much work to do in preparation of the anniversary of when Jesus rose from the dead.

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Sassi di Matera

A beautiful view of the Sassi di Matera, which means stones of Matera. These are ancient cave dwellings located in the city of Matera, Basilicata.

* Proverb
I frutti proibiti sono i più dolci.

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Here is a great recipe for chicken saltimbocca.

Volume 22, No. 7

February 23, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 7

Chiesetta di Piedigrotta
Italy is blessed with many beautiful basilicas and churches. One of the most beautiful and unique churches is in the town of Pizzo Calabro along the Costa degli Dei in Calabria.

I Am Considered to be One of the Great Renaissance Polymaths
In addition to writing mathematical books and practicing medicine I also invented a number of mechanical devices. Two of these devices are the gimble and drive shaft.

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Cala Granu

This breathtaking view is of a little cove called Cala Granu, which is located north of the town of Porto Cervo. This cove is located on the famed emerald coast (costa smeralda) of Sardinia.

* Proverb
In bocca chiusa non entrano mosche.

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for Sicilian style stuffed meatballs.

Volume 22, No. 6

February 16, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 6

Carnival of Putignano
Carnevale is a tradition celebrated throughout Italy and marks the beginning of the Lenten season. One of the oldest and definitely the longest event in the world takes place in the ancient town of Putignano in the Puglia region of Italy.

Battaglia delle Arance
For three days the northern town of Ivrea, which is in the province of Turin, Piedmont, turns orange as they celebrate the Battaglia delle Arance (Battle of the Oranges). This is just one of the many festivals that takes place throughout Italy during Carnevale, which marks the beginning of the Lenten season. What makes this festival just a bit crazier than the other celebrations throughout Italy is that the people literally throw oranges at each other.

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St. Ann Statue

This is the statue of St. Ann, who is the Mother of the Virgin Mary, located in the Santuario della Madonna della Civita. The little girl standing next to St. Ann is the Virgin Mary.

* Proverb
Cuor forte rompe cattiva sorte.

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for linguini and clam sauce.

Volume 22, No. 5

February 9, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 5

La Zinghenésta
Carnevale is a magical time in Italy. The entire country celebrates this long-standing tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages. Towns all over Italy celebrate this event in their own unique way. The comune of Canale d’Agordo in the province of Belluno within the Veneto region is no different as they celebrate La Zinghenésta.

Who Am I?
Traditionally women could only study to become teachers. Instead, I focused my attentions on engineering. Before I graduated I decided to switch my attention to medical school and study to become a doctor. Did you know that I became the first woman in Italy to attend a medical school when I enrolled at the University of Rome?

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Lighthouse Rena Bianca beach

The Rena Bianca beach in Santa Teresa Gallura. On the top of the hill you can see the Torre spagnola di Longosardo.

* Proverb
L’onestà è la miglior politica.

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for minestra.

Volume 22, No. 4

February 2, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 4

Festa di Sant'Agata Festa di Sant’Agata
For three days the city of Catania in Sicily celebrates the Festa di Sant’Agata. In fact, it is the largest religious festival in Italy and the third largest in the Christian world rivaling Holy Week in Seville, Spain and Corpus Domini in Cuzco, Peru.

Italian Folktales, Legends, Myths, Lores and Fairytales
Every culture is blessed with many tales and legends. Here is a collection of stories for you to read and enjoy.

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Lighthouse

The lighthouse (faro) at San Vito Lo Capo, which is a small town in North-Western Sicily.

* Proverb
Finché c’è vita, c’è speranza.

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for bolognese sauce.

Volume 22, No. 3

January 18, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 3

Chazz Paminteri The Bronx Tale of Chazz Palminteri
Chazz Palminteri is perhaps best known as an actor, but he is also a gifted screenwriter, producer, and playwright. He was born in the Belmont neighborhood in the NYC borough of the Bronx on May 15, 1952.

Witchcraft: Evil or not?
Witchcraft is one part of the practice of an ancient religion. Those who practice the Craft generally believe in a loving god (and goddess), or in multiple gods, who reign over the many facets of our daily lives. This is derived from the earliest religions of great societies, like Rome, Greece, Anatolia, etc. Those worshipers were not creating evil to harm their enemies, nor were they attempting to cause havoc in the world.

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Sea & Lemon Orchards

On the autostrada just outside of San Giovanni you get a beautiful view of the sea and lemon orchards.

* Proverb
Di buona volantà sta pieno l’inferno.

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Here is a great recipe for ricotta cheese.

Volume 22, No. 2

January 11, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 2

The Italian American Community in Philly is Still Going Strong
New York City definitely has the largest Italian American population in the nation, yet Philadelphia is in second place. Italian Americans in the city primarily live in South Philadelphia.

Italian Wedding Customs & Traditions
What makes Italian weddings so intriguing is that the customs and traditions vary from region to region as well as town to town. This will give you a great look at the traditions and customs that occur during the engagement, mass and reception and whether they are still carried on today.

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Via San Matteo

No matter where you are you can always look up and see one of the many towers located throughout the city. This view is from the Via San Matteo.

* Proverb
Il denaro è fratello del denaro.

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Here is a great recipe for creamy avocado pasta.

Volume 22, No. 1

January 2, 2023 italiansrus

Volume 22, No. 1

Cavalcade of the Magi
January 6th marks the 12th day of Christmas and it is called the Epiphany. To commemorate this special day the city of Florence, Italy hosts a pageant called the Cavalcata dei Magi (Cavalcade of the Magi). This is the biggest street procession in Florence and there are over 700 participants who dress in medieval costumes.

The Tale of La Befana
Traditionally, the Epiphany or Little Christmas is a holiday for children in Italy. La Befana goes around on the eve of the Epiphany giving gifts to good kids and lumps of coal to the bad ones.

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Terrazzo Belvedere o Calvario

Terrazzo Belvedere o Calvario. The Belvedere terrace gives you a great view of the town of Sambuca.

* Proverb
Chi s’aiuta, Dio l’aiuta.

* Recipe
Here is a great recipe for cannoli pie.