Sons of Italy...Questo Mese

October 2011

IN THIS ISSUE


 
DID YOU KNOW?

 

October is National Italian American Heritage Month. Discover your roots this month and celebrate your heritage! 


Ottimo Ottobre!

OSIA Trips to Sicily   

OSIA Trips

Sons of Italy Presents:
Grand Tour of Sicily 2012

    

Take advantage of this amazing deal and travel from March to October!  

Featuring:

  • Nine day tour of Sicily, including stops in Palermo, Erice, Catania, and more!
  • Prices starting at less than $2,800 USD
  • Multiple departure dates
  • Round trip airfare from US/Italy on Alitalia
  • Four-start hotel accommodations
  • Breakfasts and dinners
  • English-speaking tour guide  

View brochure for more details and to register for the trip. 
 

Check out OSIA's travel program and see the beauty of Italy for yourself!  


Trips to other regions also available.

Questions? Please call 1-800-777-7432 or email [email protected].

 

OSIA National Charity News

A cure is in sight
Major hurdle passed for Cooley's anemia patients; vital treatment expected to get FDA approval soon.   

 

The Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) recommended to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of the new drug application of Ferriprox, a decision which CAF heartily applauds. 

 

Read the full story, Committee Recommends Approval of Ferriprox to FDA 

 

Columbus Day Celebrations  


Celebrate your Italian-American heritage at any one of the nation's Columbus Day celebrations.  

 

Denver Columbus Parade
Columbus Day Parade in Denver, CO.

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Please note: This is only a limited selection of Columbus Day events and is not intended to be an inclusive list.

Member Benefits Featured Discount: CruisesOnly

Each month OSIA will feature an exclusive special benefit for all members and supporters.  

 

Cruises Only The OSIA Vacation Center has partnered with America's largest cruise agency, CruisesOnly, to offer the lowest prices in the industry to OSIA Members and supporters, backed by the only 110% Best Price Guarantee in the industry. Shop and compare thousands of cruises from 18 of the world's top fleets departing from 22 U.S. ports. Browse the latest in new promotions and last-minute offers or shop by category weekend cruises, family cruises, honeymoon cruises, and more.   

 

Trained cruise consultants are ready to answer your questions, help you choose the right cruise for your needs and even help arrange land excursions. All members and non-members, visit CruisesOnly to book your perfect winter getaway now!  

 

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. 

 

EXTENDED SPECIAL FOR NON-OSIA MEMBERS: Enjoy free access to the above discount for the entire month of October by visiting CruisesOnly.       

Garibaldi-Meucci Museum's 23rd Annual Fundraiser Brunch

 

Garibaldi-Meucci Museum's 23rd Annual Fundraiser Brunch will honor Salvatore Lanzilotta and John Dabbene on November Garibaldi-Meucci Museum5 at Li Greci's Staaten in Staten Island, NY.   

 

Lanzilotta is being honored as he completes his term as state president of OSIA's Grand Lodge of New York. Dabbene, long-time chairman and president/CEO of the museum, is being honored posthumously for his 30 years of fighting discrimination and promoting a positive image of Italian-Americans.

For more information or to reserve a ticket, call the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum at 718-442-1608.
          

2011 Italian Festival Directory 

 IA Festival directory

The Sons of Italy 2011 Italian Festival Directory lists 363 festivals in 36 states and the District of Columbia. 

 

This month, there are 38 festivals across the country... 

   

Click here to view the 2011 Directory of Italian Festivals in the U.S.  

 

Lodge Photo of the Month

Missing the Lodge Photo of the Month? We need your help!

 

If you have lodge photos to share, email them to OSIA and they could be included in Questo Mese!   

OSIA National Leaders: Save the Date


OSIA National President Joseph DiTrapani will be holding the 2012 OSIA Winter Plenary Session from February 9-12, 2012, in Baltimore, MD. The Session will take place at the Hyatt Regency Baltimore, overlooking the Baltimore Inner Harbor.

More information to follow.

Advertising with OSIA 


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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