2010 Calendar of Coming Events

August 1, 2010 at 9:00 AM –  Messa in Italiano la Prima Domenica di Ogni Mese

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is continuing to have an Italian Mass on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 AM. It is a great opportunity to practice the Italian language and a challenge to keep up with Fr. Tim's Italian. Handouts include both Italian and English prayers, so it's easy to follow. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall following the Mass. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

August 1, 2010 –  Golf Tournament

The Dante Alighieri Society, Denver, will host their annual golf tournament at the Indian Tree Golf Course on August 1, 2010. For the first time ever, they will have a shot gun start and will once again have prizes on all par 3 for hole in one. The application and sponsor forms will be mailed out shortly. As always they need golfers, helpers and sponsors. Please volunteer by calling chairman Len Guida at 303.425.6359 or Gianfranco Marcantonio at 303.494.3080. Prestige Chrysler and Dodge of Longmont is again this year sponsoring all five par 3 with fantastic prizes for hole-in-one, including a $25,000 automobile for hole # 13. Please spread the word and invite some friends. Download the Notiziario July 2010 newsletter for more information.

August 4, 2010 from 7:00 PM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade Comm. Meeting
The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 PM at Vincenzašs in Wheat Ridge. Everyone is welcome to attend.

August 7, 2010 from 8:00 AM –  2nd Annual Bocce Tournament

The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its 2nd Annual Bocce Tournament at Mickeyšs Top Sirloin, 6950 N. Broadway. This yearšs tournament will be on Saturday August 7th, check-in at 8 AM, start time is 9 AM.

Entry fee is $25 per player with four players per team. Each team is guaranteed two games with 1st Place awarded $200 and 2nd Place $100. In addition, we will have a fifty-fifty drawing and raffle a variety of donated prizes from local restaurants and businesses.  Make sure to get your entries in early as last year we filled up quickly. Download the registration form. Make checks payable to Columbus Day Parade Committee and mail to Fred Marzano, 12381 Hickman Pl., Denver, CO 80239. Call Fred Marzano at 303.373.4132 or send an e-mail for more info.

August 8, 2010 from 1:00-4:00 PM –  Old Fashioned Italian Picnic

The Italian American Business Association is holding an "Old Fashion Italian Picnic" on August 8th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at Prospect Park located at 11300 W. 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge. Please bring your favorite side dish to share. Italian sausage sandwiches with buns, sauce, provolone, and peppers will be served. Sausage donated by Clyde's Sausage - Theda and Clyde Archer. See the flyer for more details.

August 8, 2010 at 3:00 PM –  Cinema Paradiso

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is showing a series of five films showing a progression of history via Italian films. The film that will be shown at the Church Hall, 3541 Navajo Street , Denver starting at 3:00 PM is Cinema Paradiso [1988: Giuseppe Tornatore; Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1989]. For those who have never seen GiuseppeTornatore's masterpiece ŗCinema Paradiso˛ we invite and offer you the opportunity to view it with us. It is unquestionably a "must see" film, widely regarded as one of the best foreign language films ever to grace American screens. In Cinema Paradiso director Tornatore displays his skills and excites our emotions. This film is sometimes funny, sometimes joyful, and sometimes poignant, but it's always satisfying, warm and wonderful.  Cinema Paradiso will affect you on many levels, but its strongest connection is with our memories. We relate to Salvatore's story not just because he's a likable character, but because we relive our own childhood movie experiences through him. There has always been a certain magic associated with the simple act of projecting a movie on a screen. Tornatore taps into this mystique, that is one reason you will find Cinema Paradiso a great motion picture experience. Substituting for Dr. Vincent Pitturro, in the critique and discussion that follows, will be  Michel Mc Lane, who has just returned from three weeks in Italy. The Italian pop corn substitute are bread sticks from Pasquinišs Highlands, Italian  Lemonade and Gaetanošs Italian Salsa. A donation of $10 per person will be appreciated. View map to Mt. Carmel Church.

August 11, 2010 from 7:30 PM –  Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Monthly Meeting
Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado will hold its monthly meeting at the San Marino Retirement Community; 7425 Xavier Street, 2nd floor-Social Room. For more information, visit http://www.trentini-club-colorado.com/.

August 14, 2010 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM –  Circolo's Summer Picnic

Circolo is having its Summer Picnic on Saturday, August 14th, in the courtyard of 1890 Gaylord Street. Plenty of food, drinks, and desserts. Remember to wear your Circolo T-shirt! Members $20, Guests $22. RSVP no later than Aug. 9th. Send to Joann Zamboni; 3844 Newton Street; Denver CO 80212. Call Joann for more information at 303.477.3161. Download the flyer.

Aug. 15, 2010 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM –  La Festa celebration
The Louisville Society of Italian Americans is hosting their annual La Festa celebration on Sunday, August 15, 2010 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Memory Square Park in Louisville, CO.

Sign up for the Bocci Tournament will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Memory Square bocci courts and competition will commence at 11:00 a.m. The entry fee is $5.00 per person with prize money awarded to the top three teams. Vendors this year include the Blue Parrot, Papa Frank's, Paulies Italian Ice, Carrabba's, Martino's Pizza and Domenico Designs. The Italian club will offer Italian pizzelles, soda, and apparel. Additionally, Blue Dragon Amusement will have jumping bags for children and the Italian club will provide music. This year the Italian club will honor our two scholarship winners, Kaylyn Ferrera and Lily Batchelor. The club will also recognize recently deceased members and the Centaurus High School class of 1980.

For more information, contact Ron Buffo at 303.666.9508 or by e-mail at ronbuffo@yahoo.com.  

August 17, 2010 at 6:00 PM –  OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 Meeting (Pueblo)
The OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 meeting will be on August 17th at Jones-Healy Realty, 119 W 6th St. in Pueblo. Please come & join us. If you would like more information, please contact Ronda at rosar20@hotmail.com.

August 20-22, 2010 starting at 5:00 PM –  121st annual celebration of Saint Rocco's Feast

The 121st annual celebration of Saint Rocco's Feast will be celebrated by the Potenza Lodge from August 20 - 22nd  at the Potenza Lodge Hall, 1900 W. 38th Ave. and Shoshone Street in Denver. This also is the 111th Celebration of the Societa Nativi di Potenza Basilicata. Come join us for  food, games, beverages, raffel and live music ! If you are nterested in purchasing raffle tickets, contact Theda Archer at 303.771.8602 or the Potenza Lodge at 303.477.1722. Visit the Potenza Lodge website for more information. And also note that there is a Facebook page for Societa Nativi di Potenza Basilicata.

August 20-22, 2010 –  Zoppe Italian Family Circus

The Zoppe Italian Family Circus will be performing at a limited engagement at the Mile High Marketplace from August 20th thru 22nd. The Marketplace is located at I-76 and 88th Avenue.Call 303.4events for more information ! Download the flyer for show times for the 14 performances to be held under the big top.

August 27-29, 2010 –  Zoppe Italian Family Circus

The Zoppe Italian Family Circus will be performing at a limited engagement at the Mile High Marketplace on August 27th thru 29th. The Marketplace is located at I-76 and 88th Avenue.Call 303.4events for more information ! Download the flyer for show times for the 14 performances to be held under the big top.

Sept. 1, 2010 from 7:00 PM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade Comm. Meeting
The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 PM at Vincenzašs in Wheat Ridge. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Sept. 5, 2010 at 9:00 AM –  Messa in Italiano la Prima Domenica di Ogni Mese

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is continuing to have an Italian Mass on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 AM. It is a great opportunity to practice the Italian language and a challenge to keep up with Fr. Tim's Italian. Handouts include both Italian and English prayers, so it's easy to follow. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall following the Mass. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Sept. 8, 2010 from 7:30 PM –  Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Monthly Meeting
Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado will hold its monthly meeting at the San Marino Retirement Community; 7425 Xavier Street, 2nd floor-Social Room. For more information, visit http://www.trentini-club-colorado.com/.

Sept. 11, 2010 from 12:00 to 6:00 PM –  Festa Italiana

The 2nd Annual Festa Italiana is being held at River Run in Keystone, Colorado on September 11th. The day's activities include Italian cuisine, live entertainment, wines, a fabulous marketplace, and family activities. All the festivities will start at noon, including the first of two live performances of Mario the Peddler featuring bestselling author Tony Bottagaro at Warren Station. A second performance will be held from 5:00 - 6:00 PM. For more information, visit the festival website.

Sept. 11-12, 2010 –  7th Annual Festival Italiano at Belmar

The 7th Annual Festival Italiano at Belmar will be held on September 11th and 12th, 2010. The festival features 75 vendors of the finest Italian artisan food, wine and products, authentic Italian entertainment including wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, kids' activities, Italian lessons and more!

Sept. 11-12, 2010 –  8th Annual Bocce at Belmar Tournament

The 8th Annual Bocce at Belmar Tournament during the 7th annual Festival Italiano on September 11th and 12th, 2010. This year's Bocce at Belmar tournament will be held over two days as part of their weekend Italian Food and Wine Festival. This year's tournament will be a double elimination format. Colorado's Italian-American Organizations will compete in a tournament against each other on Saturday, September 11th. An Italian Lover's Tournament will take place on Sunday, September 12th, and will open to the general public to register for in advance. The winning team from the Italian-American Organization Tournament will return on Sunday afternoon to play the winner of the Italian Lover's Bocce Tournament for the grand prize of $500. For more details, download the event information. NOTE THAT THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 1ST!!! Download the registration form.

Sept. 15, 2010 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM –  IABA Member Meeting
The Italian American Business Association will hold its monthly member meeting starting at 5:30 PM at Mrs. Condišs Salad Company at 3225 Denargo St, Denver. Gary Cucarola will host. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Sept. 21, 2010 at 6:00 PM –  OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 Meeting (Pueblo)
The OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 meeting will be on Sept. 21th at Jones-Healy Realty, 119 W 6th St. in Pueblo. Please come & join us. If you would like more information, please contact Ronda at rosar20@hotmail.com.

October 3, 2010 at 9:00 AM –  Messa in Italiano la Prima Domenica di Ogni Mese

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is continuing to have an Italian Mass on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 AM. It is a great opportunity to practice the Italian language and a challenge to keep up with Fr. Tim's Italian. Handouts include both Italian and English prayers, so it's easy to follow. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall following the Mass. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Oct. 6, 2010 from 7:00 PM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade Comm. Meeting
The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 PM at Vincenzašs in Wheat Ridge. Everyone is welcome to attend.

October 9, 2010 from 10:00 AM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade
Our 2010 Denver Columbus Day Parade this year will mark the 103rd Anniversary of the Columbus parade here in Colorado and will be held on Saturday, October 9. The parade route will remain the same as last year as well as our 10am start. Letšs hope the weather is not same too. Check our website at www.columbusdayparade.org for event schedules, current and back issues of the newsletter, photo archives, committee contact info, etc.

October 9, 2010 immediately following Parade –  Post Columbus Day Parade Party
Nativi di Potenza Lodge and its members have graciously agreed to host the post parade party again this year. Our returning party chairperson Rose Mary Puma, who did a wonderful job last year, is planning an even better event this year. The party will commence immediately following the parade. We will of course have sausage sandwiches, beer, wine, pop, bottled water. Our country store will feature a variety of meats and cheeses, fresh bread, wine cookies, Pizzelles, and other homemade goodies along with Columbus apparel and souvenirs. At 1 PM our Award Ceremony will begin with the honoring of our 2010 dignitaries. At 2 PM we will conduct our big raffle for the $1,000 Grand prize. Second place receives $500 and third place receives $500. Potenza Lodge is located at 1900 W. 38th Ave., Denver.

October 13, 2010 from 7:30 PM –  Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Monthly Meeting
Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado will hold its monthly meeting at the San Marino Retirement Community; 7425 Xavier Street, 2nd floor-Social Room. For more information, visit http://www.trentini-club-colorado.com/.

Oct. 19, 2010 at 6:00 PM –  OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 Meeting (Pueblo)
The OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 meeting will be on Oct. 19th at Jones-Healy Realty, 119 W 6th St. in Pueblo. Please come & join us. If you would like more information, please contact Ronda at rosar20@hotmail.com.

Oct. 20, 2010 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM –  Italian American Heritage Month
The Italian American Business Association will celebrate Colorado Italian American Heritage Month at the Mt. Carmel Men's Club at 36th Ave. and Navajo Street, Denver. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Details to follow.

Nov. 3, 2010 from 7:00 PM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade Comm. Meeting
The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 PM at Vincenzašs in Wheat Ridge. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Nov. 7, 2010 at 9:00 AM –  Messa in Italiano la Prima Domenica di Ogni Mese

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is continuing to have an Italian Mass on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 AM. It is a great opportunity to practice the Italian language and a challenge to keep up with Fr. Tim's Italian. Handouts include both Italian and English prayers, so it's easy to follow. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall following the Mass.View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Nov. 10, 2010 from 7:30 PM –  Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Monthly Meeting
Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado will hold its monthly meeting at the San Marino Retirement Community; 7425 Xavier Street, 2nd floor-Social Room. For more information, visit http://www.trentini-club-colorado.com/.

Nov. 16, 2010 at 6:00 PM –  OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 Meeting (Pueblo)
The OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 meeting will be on Nov. 16th at Jones-Healy Realty, 119 W 6th St. in Pueblo. Please come & join us. If you would like more information, please contact Ronda at rosar20@hotmail.com.

Nov. 17, 2010 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM –  IABA Picnic
The Italian American Business Association will hold its monthly member meeting starting at 5:30 PM at Mt. Carmel Menšs Club at W. 36th Ave. & Navajo St, Denver. Mike Solma will host. Everyone is welcome to attend. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Dec. 1, 2010 from 7:00 PM –  Denver Columbus Day Parade Comm. Meeting
The Denver Columbus Day Parade Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 PM at Vincenzašs in Wheat Ridge. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Dec. 5, 2010 at 9:00 AM –  Messa in Italiano la Prima Domenica di Ogni Mese

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is continuing to have an Italian Mass on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 AM. It is a great opportunity to practice the Italian language and a challenge to keep up with Fr. Tim's Italian. Handouts include both Italian and English prayers, so it's easy to follow. There will be a reception in the Parish Hall following the Mass. View map to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.

Dec. 8, 2010 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM –  IABA Christmas Party
The Italian American Business Association will hold its Christmas Party starting at 5:30 PM at Delmonicošs Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Dec. 8, 2010 from 7:30 PM –  Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Monthly Meeting
Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado will hold its monthly meeting at the San Marino Retirement Community; 7425 Xavier Street, 2nd floor-Social Room. For more information, visit http://www.trentini-club-colorado.com/.

Dec. 21, 2010 at 6:00 PM –  OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 Meeting (Pueblo)
The OSIA Cabrini Lodge #2826 meeting will be on Dec. 21th at Jones-Healy Realty, 119 W 6th St. in Pueblo. Please come & join us. If you would like more information, please contact Ronda at rosar20@hotmail.com.