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| NELA Gala Auction Sneak Peak- Win a trip from the SIF! |
We're celebrating our 25th Anniversary NELA Gala by auctioning off 3 travel adventures! Here's a sneak peak of the prizes
before they open for auction later this month!
Roman Adventure for 2
Be treated like a king (or queen) as you fly Lufthansa to Italy. During your four-night stay, be sure to take in the sites of Italy's capital city from your centrally located, premium four-star hotel in downtown Rome. No need to deal with other tourists while you're there; enjoy a privately-guided tour of the Vatican or the Roman Forum & Coliseum with an English-speaking guide. This trip is sure to leave you feeling like Eternal City royalty.
Sicilian Adventure for 2
Looking to see a new side of Italy? Fly Alitalia to Sicily's eastern coast for an adventurous getaway for two. Feel the sea breeze on your face as you spend four nights in a premium four-star hotel in Giardini Naxos, located right on the water. Chart your own path as you choose between a privately-guided tour of Catania, Syracuse or Mt. Etna with an English-speaking guide. For those looking to travel off the beaten path, this adventure is calling your name.
Exotic Caribbean Cruise for 2
Leave your worries on the dock as you sail away on a seven-night cruise aboard the MSC Divina. Divinely inspired by screen legend Sophia Loren, the MSC Divina will depart from Port Miami to cruise the brightest gems in the eastern or western Caribbean, from St. Thomas to St. Maarten and the Cayman Islands. Whether you choose to explore the sites on land or take in the luminous views from your private balcony, this cruise on MSC's Goddess of the Seas simply can't be beat.
Proceeds from the auction will support the Sons of Italy Foundation's National Scholarship and Education Fund, related charities
and cultural preservation programs.
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Join us at the 25th Annual NELA Gala
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On Thursday, May 23, 2013, the Sons of Italy Foundation's
25th Annual National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala returns to the National Building Museum to honor: Sergio Marchionne, Gen. Colin Powell, Robert Corrao and Gary Sinise.
The NELA Gala is the SIF's most important fund-raising and public affairs event, highlighting the foundation's commitment to educational excellence, leadership and the betterment of society. To date, the NELA Gala has helped the SIF raise nearly $125 million for education, medical research, disaster relief, cultural preservation, and other special projects, with $51 million in scholarships awarded.
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| 2013 NLGC Scholarship Recipients |
Adrienne Visani
The Frank D. Privitera Family Scholarship
Mia DiRienzo
The Italian Language Scholarship
Christopher Pagliarella
The National Italian-American Bar Association/Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarship
Harrison Balistreri
The Frank J. DeSantis Scholarship
Elizabeth Gaccione
The Henry F. Salvatori Memorial Scholarship
Donata Secondo
The Banfi Educational Scholarship for a Finer Wine World
Adam Zufall
The Charles Evans Foundation Scholarship
Raymond Bartolucci
The 2013 National Education & Leadership Award
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Social Media Post of the Month
| Have you joined the conversation? Check out our most popular post from last month on the OSIA Twitter and Facebook pages!
Also, make sure to check out the latest blog post on the OSIA Blog! |
| 2013: Celebrate the Year of Italian Culture in the US | |
America discovers Italy. The Italian Embassy and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working to communicate and promote Italy, engage and enthuse Americans, strengthen the bonds that unite Italians and Americans and create new ones in 2013.
Check out the official Italy in US 2013 website for events celebrating Italian language, art, technology and more at a location near you during the month of May!
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| Member Benefits Featured Discount: Motel 6 | |
Each month OSIA will feature an exclusive special benefit for all OSIA supporters:
Now that the weather is warming up and you're traveling more often, take advantage of the OSIA member discount of the month at Motel 6. Since Motel 6 is the lowest priced hotel of national brand, this discount will help you save even more on your next stay!
To book your reservation during the month of May, either click the Motel 6 logo or call 1-800-4-Motel6 and use the OSIA discount code: CP565776.
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2013 Italian Festival Directory Now Available
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The Sons of Italy 2013 Italian Festival Directory lists 371 festivals in 39 states and the District of Columbia. This month, there are 19 festivals across the country.
Click here to view the 2013 Directory of Italian Festivals in the US.
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Advertising with OSIA
|  Interested in advertising your Italian related product or event through OSIA.org, Questo Mese Newsletter or Italian America magazine? We offer discounted rates to OSIA members!
Email us to learn more. |
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