DID YOU KNOW?
Festa della Repubblica,
commemorating the birth of the Italian Republic in 1946, is celebrated on June 2nd every year In Italy.
OSIA celebrates its 106th birthday on June 22nd!
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The Padre Pio Lodge (#2350) in West Orange, NJ celebrates its 10th anniversary on June 25. Auguri!
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Patriotism and Heritage Mark 2011 NELA Gala
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A celebration of leadership, sacrifice and Italian American heritage, the 2011 National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala was an evening to remember. See highlights from the 2011 NELA Gala |
Helping to Rebuild L'Aquila
|  La Fondazione Il Cireneo Onlus in L'Aquila, Italy unveiled its new center for children with autism, replacing the building destroyed by the devastating earthquake in 2009. The rebuilding effort was made possible with the help of $235,000 donated by OSIA/SIF. Read about OSIA's connection to this project here.
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Member Benefits Featured Discount
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Each month OSIA will feature an exclusive special benefit for all members and supporters.  Like most people, you probably recognize the need for long-term care insurance. It's not simply "nursing home" coverage, but insurance that helps assure you of continued independence as you age - without depleting the personal assets you've worked hard to acquire. Long Term Care Resources has partnered with the Sons of Italy to offer a comprehensive Long Term Care Program with a special discount on certain LTC plans.
Click here to learn more or contact LTCR Toll Free at (800) 616-8759 to speak with an authorized LTC Specialist in your area. OSIA MEMBERS: access this and all other benefits at any time by signing in to the Member Marketplace. Problems logging in to the Members Only Section? Email us.
SPECIAL FOR NON-OSIA MEMBERS: Enjoy free access to the above discount for the entire month of June.
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Alitalia Discount for OSIA Supporters
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 Celebrate 150 years of Italy's Unification with $150 off your next ticket purchased on alitalia.com's US site! Simply enter promo code 150ITALIA when prompted to automatically save $150 on your next business or economy class ticket purchase. Be a part of the festivities and visit Italy this year!
The coupon code is valid on purchases made between June 1 and June 10, 2011 for travel between June 15 and December 13, 2011 for roundtrip itineraries from the US to Italy and Europe. This offer is valid on tickets purchased on alitalia.com's US site for transatlantic itineraries from the US to Italy and Europe only. Travel must be on Alitalia operated flights only. The e-coupon discount is not valid on previous purchases or combinable with other e-coupon or promotional discounts of any kind. Airport taxes and government imposed fees up to $260, including the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10, are excluded from the discount.
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2011 Italian Festival Directory
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 The Sons of Italy 2011 Italian Festival Directory lists 358 festivals in 36 states and the District of Columbia.
This month, there are 60 festivals across the country... Click here to view the 2011 Directory of Italian Festivals in the U.S. |
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Lodge Photo of the Month
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The newly elected Winthrop (MA) Mixed Lodge #2057 officers pose for a photo. Seated, L to R: Secretary Kathi Young, Trustee Fred Martino, Vice President Billie Finocchio, President Atty. Joseph A. Boncore, Deputy Roger Marrocco, Trusttee Mary Boncore O'Keefe, and Mistress of Ceremonies Raffella Boncore. Standing L to R:Sentinel Laura Lopez, Treasurer Ed Amico, Past President Janice LaRosee, Trustee Michael Abbatessa, Orator Marylou Abbatessa, Mistress of Ceremonies Donna Segreti Reilly, Trustee Cathy Agostinelli, State Orator Atty. Robert A. Boncore, State Trustee/Guest Speaker Matthew J. Ezekiel, and Past National, State, and Lodge President Atty. Philip R. Boncore.
Do you have lodge photos to share? Email them to OSIA and they could be included in Questo Mese! |
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Advertising with OSIA
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 Interested in advertising your Italian related product or event through OSIA.org, Questo Mese Newsletter, or Italian America magazine?
Email us to learn more
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OSIA Back in the Day...
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A classic photo from the February 1957 Issue of OSIA News...and congrats to the 2011 NLGC scholarship recipients!
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Become a Part of OSIA Museum History
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Leave a lasting impression and purchase a brick on the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum Recognition Walkway, an inspiring sidewalk in front of OSIA's historic museum.
Your personalized brick can contain names, special dates, or a brief message.
It will serve as a permanent memory of someone, or something, special to you.
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| Leone d'Oro Wines |
OSIA's exclusive line of quality imported Italian wines, Leone D'Oro™ (Golden Lion), is garnering admiration across the country.
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OSIA Convention Save the Date
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 OSIA's 52nd Biennial National Convention When: August 7-14, 2011 Where: Orlando, FL Registration deadline: July 7, 2011 OSIA leaders, contact Anamarie Ford with any questions. |
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