May 2015
 
Maggio Magnifico!
Join us at the 27th NELA Gala!
Have you thought about attending the 27th Annual National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala? Join us on May 21, 2015, as we proudly honor:
   
For tickets and additional information visit the NELA webpage.

Questions? E-mail nelagala@osia.org or call 202-547-8115.


 OSIA members (both lodge and at-large) can receive discounts on tickets. Call 202-547-8115 to learn more! 
(Pictured center - Senator Sachs & Mottola Jr. at awards gala)
OSIA Trustee Honored
This year Il Circolo, the Italian Cultural Society of the Palm Beaches, recognized Immediate Past State President of the Grand Lodge of Florida & National Trustee Edward Mottola, Jr. for his work in promoting and preserving Italian culture. State Senator Maria Lorts Sachs was also recognized. Congratulazioni!
Social Media Post of the Month
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Travel to Italy
Sons of Italy® and Unitours have teamed up to present you with extraordinary trips to Italy. 
Click here for more information on this
once in a lifetime adventure!

 Questions? Ready to book? Call (1-800-777-7432) or e-mail Unitours today!

Due to a law from 1562, gondolas in Venice must be painted black. 
Click here to learn more.
Lodge Anniversary
The Grand Lodge of Ohio is celebrating its 100th anniversary this month on May 16! Auguri!

Lodge Photo of the Month

This photo comes from the 
Sons of Italy Denver Lodge #2075. The lodge recently inducted their 2015 officers. 
The Ernest M. Strollo Lodge #683 (Germantown/Philadelphia, PA) held an installation of officers on Tuesday, March 10th. National Past President Joanne L Strollo and National Past President Bob Messa presided. Aguiri!
Member Benefit of the Month
Avis Car Rentals are having a Spring Special for OSIA Members and Supporters. Get SUV rates as low as $22/day!
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