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JULY / AUGUST 2012SONS OF ITALY NEWS

JULY / AUGUST 2012(ISSN 0038-1446)VOL. LXXXVII - NO. 4

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The Charitable and Educa-tional Trust Walk-a-thon was held on Sunday, June 10, 2012 at DCR’s Breakheart Reserva-tion at 177 Forest Street in Saugus, Massachusetts.

Although the walking com-menced at 10:00 a.m., the committee arrived much earlier to set up for this important walk. The day was perfect for walking and those who attended helped to make it a success.

The walkers registered, returning their sponsor lists and monies collected. Each walker received a T-Shirt printed with the names of businesses and individuals who donated to the walk.

This year the proceeds from the Walk-a-thon were dedicated directly to the annual scholar-ships given by the Charitable and Educational Trust. We all know the diffi culties we each face during these uncertain economic times, but we must remember the future of our children and the help that we can provide as an organization.

At 10:00 a.m. the Chairman of the Walk-a-thon Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr. announced the start of the walk, noting that there would be prizes for the individual and the Lodge that raised the most funds. Additionally, the first young boy, young girl, adult man and adult woman to cross the fi nish line would receive prizes.

Registered were members from surrounding lodges: Gran-ite State (NH), Quincy Men, Stella del Nord (Quincy Ladies), Piave Fiume (Watertown Men), Cornelia dei Gracchi (Water-town Ladies), Peabody Ladies,

On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 a fundraiser for the Walk-a-thon was held at The Meat Market in Winthrop, Massachusetts. Immediate Past President Florence Ferullo Kane chaired this very successful event.

The success of the annual Walk-a-thon is necessary as the funds from the event are used to support our charities; this year, the money raised will go directly to our scholarship program. Although space was limited, it was a full house for the event.

CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL TRUST

WALK-A-THONWALK-A-THONby Dorothy Berlandi

The walkers

WALK-A-THONFUNDRAISER

Santa Famiglia (Lynn), Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli (Wilmington), South Shore Men (Hingham), Worcester, Figli d’Italia (Sau-gus), Veturia Romana (Salem), Ambrose D. Cedrone (New-ton), Belmont Mixed, Braintree Ladies, and Braintree Juniors.

Awaiting the walkers was a very welcoming table with hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fi xings, fruits, water, and juices. All the food was donated by members of the committee and various business estab-lishments. We thank Steven Cedrone for doing the cooking, the food was great!

Chairman Anthony Panaggio announced the winners. The individual who raised the most was Sister Marisa Ranalli, Pres-ident of the Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422. The Lodge that collected the most funds was Worcester Lodge #168. The fi rst young boy to complete the walk was Patrick Massey (the grandson of State Second Vice President Antonio Sestito) and the fi rst young girl was Felicia McDevitt (granddaughter of Public Relations Chairman Dorothy Berlandi). The fi rst man to fi nish was Ed Roche, Presi-dent of the Quincy Men’s Lodge #1295. There was a tie between Cynthia Ranalli, member of the Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422, and Kristen Fallica from the Veturia Romana Lodge #1200 (Salem) as the fi rst female to fi nish.

State Pres ident James DiStefano thanked all the walkers and the committee for their help in making this

by Dorothy Berlandi

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PHILIP PRIVITERA, National Foundation TrusteeJOSEPH RUSSO, National Foundation Trustee

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STATE COUNCIL JAMES DI STEFANO State President CARMELITA BELLO State 1st Vice President ANTONIO SESTITO State 2nd Vice President FLORENCE FERULLO KANE Immediate Past President ROBERT BONCORE, ESQ. State Orator RON HILL State Recording Secretary CATHERINE BOURASSA State Financial Secretary MARIE JACKSON State Treasurer

STATE PAST PRESIDENTS KEVIN A. CAIRA JOSEPH A. RUSSO JOSEPH S. GIUFFRIDA PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ. CHARLES H. PERENICK

STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT NO. 1 STEPHEN COZZAGLIO

DISTRICT NO. 2 MARGARET CAMPBELL

DISTRICT NO. 3 STEPHEN DE ANGELIS CHARLES DE STEFANO

DISTRICT NO. 4 DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO

DISTRICT NO. 5 DENISE FURNARI

DISTRICT NO. 6 LUCINDA NOLET

DISTRICT NO. 7 THERESA FARINA

AT-LARGE JOHN ARGIRO MICHELLE BERTOLDI CAROL ROSSI

STATE CHAPLAINREVEREND GREGORY MERCURIO

BENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION ANTHONY PANAGGIO, JR., President

MARJORIE CAHN, TreasurerPAUL DI BONA, Secretary

CHAIRMEN OF PERMANENT COMMISSIONSBUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION ARTHUR BENNETT

CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL TRUST ANGELO ROSSI

CHARITY COMMISSION MARYLOU ABBATESSA

COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE ALBERT DE NAPOLI

HISTORICAL COMMISSION DELIA BARTUCCA

ITALIAN CULTURE COMMISSION PATRICK MORENO

JUDICIARY COMMISSION PHILIP PRIVITERA

JUNIOR DIVISION COMMISSION CHARLES DE STEFANO

MAGAZINE COMMISSION PAMELA DONNARUMA

MEMBERSHIP COMMISSION ANTONIO SESTITO

ORGANIZATION AND EDUCATION COMMISSION LOUIS FLORIANI, JR.

PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMISSION DOROTHY BERLANDI

SCHOLARSHIP COMMISSION DONNA GIULIANI

SPORTS COMMISSION ALDO CAIRA, JR.

STATE DEPUTY MARY COOPER

NATIONAL OFFICERS JOSEPH A. RUSSO, National 2nd Vice President

RITA MALETTA-ROBAK, National Recording SecretaryPHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ., National Past President

FLORENCE FERULLO KANE, National TrusteeALBERT DENAPOLI, National Foundation TrusteePHILIP PRIVITERA, National Foundation Trustee

COMMISSIONERSMARY ANN BELLO - JOSEPH BONCORE, ESQ. - STEVEN CEDRONE

DAVID COVUCCI - BRIAN MC NAMARA - ROSS ZAGAMI

Dear Brothers and Sisters,At our Convention on June 16

in Mansfield, the delegates voted that the 2013 State Con-vention should be held at the Villa Roma Resort in New York. We will be negotiating with Villa Roma to insure that our Lodges and delegates get the best price possible. I believe the Villa Roma has much to offer our delegates and their families, and also any member who would like to join us for a long weekend with their family. The delegates also approved the 2013 budget, and through the hard work of this State Council, there was no per capita increase.

It was unfortunate that we did not get the response that we expected for what would have been our fi rst Family Picnic in a number of years, at the Salis-bury Beach State Reservation. The committee will try again next year and hopefully the response will be better.

The Grand Lodge will host a kickoff to Italian Heritage Month with a Dinner Dance on September 29 at the Watertown Sons of Italy. Tickets are avail-able at $35.00 per person by contacting the Grand Lodge.

On Saturday, November 3, we will host our annual Purple As-ter Dinner Dance at the Ameri-can Legion Nonantum Post 440 in Newton. Tickets will be available at the Grand Lodge.

October is Italian American Heritage Month, and we as Italians and Italian Americans have an opportunity to show-case our heritage to the rest of Massachusetts. Through the many programs and events held throughout the State, our Italian customs, folklore, entertainment programs, and our well established traditions, language classes, opera, musi-cal programs, art shows, fi lm festivals, and sporting events will all become an integral part

of our communities.Through these many cultural

activities we are able to promote our Italian heritage in an ex-tensive outreach program and bring awareness to our com-munity. Lodges that are spon-soring Italian themed events during the month of October are encouraged to submit in-formation about the event to the Grand Lodge so that it may be included in a special edition of the Sons of Italy News as well as on the 2012 October Italian Heritage Month calendar of events.

Kathy and I hope that all of our Brothers and Sisters enjoy the rest of this beautiful sum-mer, and we look forward to seeing you all at our upcoming events.

May God bless you all and the Order Sons of Italy in America, and all our service men and women overseas protecting our freedom.

Cari Fratelli e SorelleAl Cogresso Statale del 16

giugno scorso, a Marshfi eld, i delegate votarono, decidendo di tenere il Congresso 2013 al Ritrovo Villa Romana, nello Stato di New York. Nelle trat-tative con Villa Roma ci assi-cureremo che sia le logge che i delegati ottangano un trat-tamento economico favorevole. Sono certo che Villa Roma abbia molto da offrire ai nostri dele-gati ed alle loro famiglie, come pure a membri che vorranno venire assieme ai loro familiari a presenziare assieme a noi, al Congresso durante il fi ne set-timana. I delegati hanno anche approvato il bilancio 2013, e grazie al gran lavoro del nostro Consiglio Statale non ci sara’ alcun aumento “pro-capite.”

E’ stato spiacevole che il ‘fam-ily picnic’ pianifi cato molto bene per il Salisbury Beach State Reservation non sia avvenuto per il mancato responso che ci si attendeva. Il comitato ci provera’ di nuovo nel prossimo anno, sperando in un responso migliore.

La Grande Loggia ospitera l’avvio delle celebrazioni del Mese per il Retaggio Culturrale Italiano che si terra’ alla Loggia di Watertown. La data e’ il 29 settembre, 2012. I biglietti del costo di $35.00 a persona si possono acquitare telefonando alla Grande Loggia.

Sabato 3 novembre ospitremo l’annuale ‘Purple Aster Dinner’ all’American Legion Nonan-tum Post #440, a Newton. Per biglietti, rivolgersi alla Grande Loggia.

Il mese di opttobre e’ dedicato alle celebrazioni del Retaggio Culturale Italo-Americano, e da italiani, o italo-americani, ab-biamo l’opportunita’ di mettere in vetrina il meglio del nostro re-taggio al resto dello Stato (MA). Mediante I moltepici programmi ed eventi vari tenuti ovunque nello Stato, i nostri costumi italiani, il folklore ed i program-mi di intrattenimento, oltre alle nostre stabilite tradizioni, lezioni d’italiano, musica da Opere, vari programmi musi-cali, mostre d’arte, fi lm festival, ed eventi sportivi, diventeranno

parte integrante delle nostre comunita’.

Mediante questi moltepici eventi culturali siamo in grado di promuovere il nostro Retag-gio Culturale con program-mi a vasto raggio, per offrire un senso di consapevolezza alle nostre comunita’. Le logge che stanno organizzando eventi con particolari intenti cul-turali italiani durante il mese di ottobre, sono pregati di fornire informazioni riguardo i loro eventi alla Grande Loggia, per essere inclusi in un’edizione speciale del nostro giornale, come pure nel calendario degli eventi, che viene pub-blicato dal Comitato statale delle manifestazioni che si terranno.

Kathy ed io speriamo che tutti i nostril fratelli e sorelle si godano quel che rimane di questa magnifi ca estate, e siamo ansiosi di incontrare tutti ai prossimi eventi.

Che Dio benedica voi tutti, unitamente agli uomini e donne delle Forze Armate che all’estero proteggono la nostra liberta’.

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Showcases Strong Positive Opinionsby Adriana Guida

A survey completed by delegates at the 98th Annual State Convention on June 16, 2012, shows that opinions toward the new program are overwhelmingly positive, and that members are enthusiastic about what OSIA Comunita will have to offer.

Forty-two delegates fi lled out surveys after the OSIA Comunita presentation at convention, providing invaluable feedback for those working to get the program up and run-ning. Every person who fi lled out the survey indicated that they believed OSIA Comunita should play a role in bringing members together to help each other. Delegates were also very positive about several other aspects of the program, including the OSIA Comunita website, and seminars and educational opportunities. Over 90 percent of people noted that they would refer someone who was struggling to OSIA Comunita, and they would hire another OSIA member if they themselves needed help.

A majority of delegates indicated that they are already “enthusiastic supporters” of the project.

Delegates also provided useful feedback on the challenges OSIA Comunita would likely face. The majority of those comments were focused in three main areas: encouraging those running the program to reach out to involve mem-bers, keeping everything organized and up-to-date, and advertising within the Grand Lodge and to prospective new members.

Members involved in the development of OSIA Comu-nita plan on using this feedback as they look forward to fully implementing the program. The committee welcomes feedback at any time, and encourages members to visit the Grand Lodge website for more information about the program and progress updates.

For full results and analysis, visit osiama.org/osiacomunita and click on “OSIA Comunita Results.”

The Organization & Educa-tion Commission of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts pre-sented its fourth and fi nal in a series of Educational Work-shops on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Portsmouth Public Library at 175 Parrot Avenue, Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The facilities for this meeting were truly unbelievable! A mod-ern library building taking up a rather large area in a com-plex of new buildings featured side rooms for meetings, events or presentations, and other amenities.

This workshop covered lodges in Districts 6 and 7, and attendees from the Granite State Lodge #2380, Seacoast Area Lodge #2303, and the Gorizia Lodge #467 were pres-ent, along with Organization & Education Chairman Louis Floriani and members of his commission, and a contingent of State Offi cers and Commis-sion Chairmen.

Although the weather was not favorable for those traveling any distance, we were graciously received by the host lodge, the Seacoast Area Lodge #2303 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The ladies of the Seacoast Lodge had prepared a morning col-lation on the very wet, dreary morning. It certainly hit the spot and we thank the ladies of that Seacoast Lodge for their delicious morning snack.

Chairman Louis Floriani opened the meeting by intro-ducing State President James DiStefano who informed the members of some of the hap-penings on the State level. He spoke on the increase of the per capita tax by the Supreme Lodge and how the State had absorbed this increase without passing it on to individual lodges. State President DiStefano also noted that our By-Laws are listed on our website, along with other vital information.

Brother F lor iani intro-duced State Trustee Stephen Cozzaglio, Liaison Offi cer to the Organization & Education Com-mission, who spoke on our orga-nization and what it is all about. State President DiStefano read in its entirety the speech given by Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro at the time of the inauguration of the Order Sons of Italy in America. (For anyone interested in this speech, it can be also found on our website osiama.org). Also on the website is the Ritual

for Installation of Offi cers, the President’s Handbook, and the Membership Handbook.

And, once again, the duties of the Lodge Offi cers was read and explained in detail by Brother Stephen Cozzaglio and Public Relations Chairman Dorothy Berlandi, followed by a question and answer period. It is important to know that by simply following these duties, your lodge will run smoothly and effi ciently.

The importance of the State Deputy was again brought to everyone’s attention. The State Deputy is a representative of the State President and the State Council. It is important to note that at least once every three months, a detailed report of what he or she observes should be sent to the State Council. The State Deputy also has the responsibility of bringing to the attention of the membership the various functions and impor-tant memos originating from the Grand Lodge offi ce. These forms are available by calling the Grand Lodge offi ce.

Brother David Covucci spoke on our newest venture, OSIA Comunita: Italian-Americans helping Italian-Americans. This project is in the planning stages and as this project develops, updates will be made available to everyone.

After a very busy morning, the ladies of the Seacoast Lodge prepared a most delicious colla-tion. We were treated to seafood chowder prepared by Lodge President John Semprini, which was just what was needed on this rainy day. There were sand-wiches, wraps, salad, and des-sert. It was diffi cult to go back to a meeting after this meal!

Brother Floriani introduced State First Vice President Carmelita Bello who spoke on the rules governing Parliamen-tary Procedure and its impor-tance. A copy of this section was made available to all who attended.

State Trustee and Junior Division President Charles DeStefano read the composi-tion by Angelo Bianchi, Esq. of New Jersey entitled “I am an Italian-American.” Sister Dorothy Berlandi spoke about the twenty-fi ve Italian-American Medal of Honor recipients, starting with a Major during the Civil War and spanning to the present in Afghanistan. She highlighted one in particular,

John Basilone, who served as a Marine during World War II and who now has a postage stamp in his honor and had a book written about his life.

Brother DeStefano also spoke about the Junior Lodges and the proposal submitted to the 98th Annual Convention by the Burlington Lodge #2223. They asked that M.L. ART. 117(a) be amended to read: “The Grand Lodge established a minimum of 18 years for admission to local lodges, and a minimum of 10 years for admission to the Junior Division and a maxi-mum age of 21 with eligibility for admission to a senior lodge before their 22nd birthday.”

Brother Floriani introduced Italian Culture Chairman Patrick Moreno who brought us up-to-date on the many pro-grams available to us. Brother Moreno is available to visit your lodge or arrange to have a guest speaker on Italian Culture.

Commissioner David Covucci of the Benefi t Insurance Com-mission spoke on the insurance available through the Commis-sion. If any Lodge desires a speaker from this Commission they are encouraged to contact the Grand Lodge offi ce.

State Second Vice President and Membership Chairman Antonio Sestito spoke about membership. He noted that our newest lodge, the Tewksbury Lodge, is growing by leaps and bounds. He noted that we have a membership brochure avail-able and we should all be fi nd-ing new ways of increasing our membership.

Braintree Ladies Lodge #1422 President Marisa Ranalli spoke about the most celebrated Italian legend, La Befana. Brother Moreno read the article in Italian and Sister Ranalli in English.

Sister Berlandi spoke on the Public Relations and Historical commissions. Sister Berlandi reminded everyone to send information on their functions so that we can share it with all our brothers and sisters via the Sons of Italy News. She also reminded everyone to check if they had fi led a Lodge his-tory with the Grand Lodge or with Historical Chairman Delia Bartucca. At present, we have approximately 40 lodge histo-ries listed on our website.

Chairman Louis Floriani thanked everyone who attended this fourth and fi nal workshop.

Special thanks are extended to the Seacoast Lodge #2303 for hosting the workshop and for providing the wonderful food, especially the seafood chowder!

We thank all the lodges that participated, the State Presi-dent, Grand Lodge Officers, Benefi t Insurance Commission members, and Commission Chairmen, for making this series of workshops a success.

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Know Your BICBENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION (BIC)

JOSEPH A. BONCORE, ESQ.Benefit Insurance Commissioner

Brother Joseph A. Boncore, Esq. is an attorney licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and federal courts.

He has been an active member since 1995 and has held various positions in the Grand Lodge, and is currently the President of the Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057.

Brother Boncore is well versed in the Massachusetts General Laws and Regulations dealing with the insurance industry and hopes that his legal expertise will serve the Benefi t Insurance Commission well.

Brother Steven Cedrone has been a member of the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge #1069 for the past 29 years. He has held many positions at the fi lial lodge level, including President.

He was appointed by the Grand Lodge to serve as Sports Commissioner and held that position for a two year term. Brother Cedrone has also served on other Grand Lodge committees such as the Walk-a-thon.

He is now serving his second term as a Commissioner on the Benefi t Insurance Commission, a position that is very important to him because he knows that the Benefi t Insurance Commis-sion is important to the success and future of the Grand Lodge.

STEVEN CEDRONEBenefit Insurance Commissioner

Brother Covucci is a member of the Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge and is very active in working toward the start-up of our new venture OSIA Comunita.

Brother Covucci brings excellent business and investment management credentials to the Benefi t Insurance Commission. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School and has spent more than 25 years as a management consultant to large and small companies in a variety of industries. After many years in his management consulting career, Dave moved into invest-ment management with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. He has recently left Morgan Stanley to focus on helping families with their college fi nancial planning.

Brother Covucci plans to use his expertise to help families in the Sons of Italy via OSIA Comunita as they navigate college selection and fi nancial planning challenges.

Dave’s Italian roots are in Potenza, his father’s birthplace. He and his wife Elaine, a psychiatric nurse at Emerson Hospital, live in Concord. Th ey have two daughters; Cristina, a struggling artist in New York, and Alexandra, a budding specialist in Cambridge.

DAVID COVUCCIBenefit Insurance Commissioner

Brother Ross Zagami has served on the Benefi t Insurance Commission for three years, having most recently been elected at the 2011 convention for a four-year term.

Brother Zagami has been in fi nancial services for the past twenty-three years, specializing in family planning, retirement planning, risk management, estate planning, and most recently as an Exclusive Agent with Horace Mann Insurance, serving the teach-ers in the Boston Public School system as their fi nancial planner.

Brother Zagami has a property and casualty insurance agency in Belmont, Ross Zagami & Associates Financial Services. He has a Masters in Business Administration.

Ross resides in Arlington with his wife Bernadette and two children, Joselin and Gaetano.

ROSS ZAGAMIBenefit Insurance Commissioner

Brother McNamara is a longstanding member of OSIA, having been with the Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge for over twenty years. During that time he has been a State Delegate representing the Lodge for over fi fteen years and, among other things, has served as the Lodge’s Financial Secretary and Trustee. He has also served on the Grand Lodge Sports Commission.

Brian lives in Concord and is married to Carol, who is also a twenty-year member of OSIA. Th ey have two children: Brendan and Carol Ann.

Brother McNamara is a Boston College “double eagle” having received both a BS as well as an MBA from the school. Brian is also a FINRA registered securities representative,

and a Massachusetts licensed insurance agent. He brings a viewpoint and knowledge to the Commission for dealing with insurance issues and making informed decisions.

BRIAN McNAMARABenefit Insurance Commissioner

Sister Mary Ann Bello has been a teacher in the Worcester Diocesan School System for 40 years, the past 15 as an Intermediate Grades Head Teacher.

She is the Treasurer of the school system’s union as well as a member of the Executive Board and negotiating team. Part of her responsibility as Treasurer is to see that they are in compliance with both the IRS and the Department of Labor’s rules and regulations.

Sister Bello’s job is to provide accurate records for both of these organizations as well as providing proper records and reports for their annual audit.

MARY ANN BELLOBenefit Insurance Commissioner

Paul DiBona has been a member of the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge #1069 in Newton since February 1983. He has held the following offi ces within his lodge: Master of Ceremonies, Treasurer, Vice President, and President for 3 years.

Brother DiBona was appointed as a Commissioner to the Benefi t Insurance Commission in 2007 and was elected to the position of Secretary of the Benefi t Insurance Commission at the 95th Annual State Convention in 2009.

Brother DiBona has chaired many annual events at his lodge, and is a member of the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge and Fiore D’Italia Lodge Scholarship Committee.

Paul has been married 19 years to Lisa and has 2 daughters, Leah and Julianna.

PAUL DiBONASecretary

Marjorie Cahn is in her third year of service on the Ben-efi t Insurance Commission. She served as a Commissioner for nearly two years and then as Acting Treasurer. She was elected to the Treasurer position at the State Convention in 2011.

Marjorie has been a member of the Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge for 21 years. Her other Italian-related community awards and involvements include: “Woman of the Year” Awards from the Saints Cosmas and Damian Society, and membership in the Fieri Italian Youth Organization and the Rita-Carlton/Boys Town of Italy. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Pirandello Lyceum for over twenty years and is a member of the Dante Alighieri Society and Italia Unita.

She and her husband Dr. Dean Saluti, President of the Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge, own a 33-year-old banking/financial services consulting firm. Authorities on work efficiency, their clients include the Rockefeller Family, Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, Great-West Insurance, Lincoln Financial, Bank of America, Citizens, Sovereign, Wells Fargo, State Street Bank, and many others. Marjorie holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Columbia University (Barnard College), and a Master’s Degree from the State University of New York.

Marjorie resides in Boston and has two daughters.

MARJORIE CAHNTreasurer

President Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr. has been a member of the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge #1069 for twenty-one years. On the local level he served as president of his lodge for two years. Brother Panaggio is also a past National and State Offi cer.

As a member of the Benefi t Insurance Commission he served fi ve years as Treasurer and is currently in his second year as President.

Brother Panaggio is the CEO of AJ Printing & Marketing. As President of the Benefi t Insurance Commission he has set the following goals for his administration:

1. To serve all members and to pay off policies within a week after the loss of a loved one.

2. Ensure that every member of the Order, who so desires, has insurance with the Benefi tInsurance Commission.

3. Have all Commission members visiting lodges throughout the state and to report back at the Commission meetings.

4. To watch investments closely.5. To be a fully-operational insurance company licensed to sell every type of insurance available.

ANTHONY J. PANAGGIO, JR.President


Walk-a-thon a success. He announced his appointment for the following years’ Walk-a-thon chairman; naturally, we all knew it had to be Brother Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr.

We thank State Recording Secretary Ron Hill for his photography; the photos help to enhance our story.

To all the committee members and walkers, we thank you for helping make this a successful Walk-a-thon.

Chairman Panaggio, thank you for guiding us in the right direction.

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Mary Ann Bello (representing Worcester Lodge #168) with State President James DiStefano

Marisa Ranalli with State President James DiStefano

Cynthia Ranalli with State President James DiStefano

Patrick Massey with State President James DiStefano

Ed Roche with State President James DiStefano

Felicia McDevitt with State President James DiStefano

A delicious buffet was served with a very luscious salad, penne pasta with marina sauce, chicken parmigiana, and sausage and peppers with potatoes.

Sister Kane welcomed everyone and thanked them for supporting the fundraiser. She introduced Walk-a-Thon Chairman Anthony J. Panaggio, Jr. who spoke on the upcoming Walk-a-thon and its importance. He reminded every-one that it would take place on Sunday, June 10, 2012 at DCR’s Breakhart Reservation in Saugus, Massachusetts. Brother Panaggio thanked everyone in attendance and encouraged members to get pledges out and recruit more walkers.

State President James DiStefano re-iterated the need for this Walk-a-thon to be successful, and thanked everyone who attended the fundraiser and Sister Kane for her support.

Before the evening came to a close there was a raffl e; the prizes had been donated by members in attendance. It was evident that the evening was a great success.

Our thanks go to our photographer for the evening, Brother Ron Hill, who took some great photos.

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LODGE HISTORIES

In this issue we are featuring the Seacoast Area Lodge #2303. If you have not yet sent in your lodge history, please do and send it to the attention of our Historical Chairman Delia Bartucca at the Grand Lodge Offi ce, 93 Concord Ave., Belmont, Massachusetts 02478.

In the course of a conver-sation among three Italian-American friends, they agreed on a lack of a local club or organization that would unite into one social entity people of Italian lineage residing in the area. Contacting other mem-bers of the Italian community, they found them very receptive to their idea, and the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America was contacted. Grand Venerable Louis W. Salvatore responded by assigning Grand Officers Guy Arigo and Frank Costanzo to investigate and assist the local group in their quest. At fi rst, the undertaking was slow and tedious, but after many meetings and deliberations the idea became a reality. On Janu-ary 27, 1974, at the Pannaway Club — owned by Colombo “Babe” Marconi, future member and benefactor — the Seacoast Area Lodge #2303 was char-tered. The Pannaway Club be-came the fi rst lodge home. The name of the Lodge was derived from being located in the Sea-coast area of New Hampshire.

Gathering at the Lodge on various occasions, observing the many items of memora-bilia donated by individuals and lodges that helped insti-tute the new Lodge, helps us remember their generosity and goodwill. Among those who contributed were Quincy Lodge #1295 Venerable Jack Brown, Peabody Ladies Lodge #1964 Venerable Ida Cottone, Loggia

Riunite #889 Venerable An-thony DiFillipo, Winthrop Lodge #2057 Venerable Anthony J. Bonocorso, Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 Venerable Gloria Ferullo, Wakefi eld Lodge #1734 Venerable Marilyn Butfi loski, Revere Ladies Lodge #1601 Venerable Rose Francis, Lynn Roma Ladies Lodge #1072 Ven-erable Angela Costanza, Salem Ladies Lodge #2123 Venerable Rosalie Croteau, Medford Lodge #1358 Venerable Frank J. Miceli, Erico Fermi Lodge #2182 Venerable Anthony Finodicaro, Lawrence Ladies Lodge #2026 Venerable Eleanor B. Fulgione, East Boston Lodge #1600, and Winchester Lodge #1580.

Above the podium is the Charter bearing the signatures of Tony Vaccaro, Fred Ferrara, and Sam Faragi, chosen by their fellow members to represent the more than 125 members initiated at the institution of the Lodge. They are recognized as the Lodge’s founders, and mem-bers honor them for conceiving the idea and doing the work resulting in the establishment of our Lodge.

The fi rst offi cers elected as-sumed the task of chartering the course of the new Lodge. They were Venerable Albert DiPaolo, Assistant Venerable Michael Canino, Ex-Venerable Antonio Vaccaro Sr., Orator Alfredo Ferrara, Financial Sec-retary Paul Anania, Treasurer Salvatore Canino, Recording Secretary Joseph Maiolino, Trustees Salvatore LaCava,

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Antonio Vaccaro Jr., John Vinciguerra, Colombo “Babe” Marconi, and Sam Faragi, Mas-ters of Ceremony Vincenzo Comperchio and John Cresta, and Sergeant-at-Arms John Faragi.

At present the lodge is lo-cated in a registered historic building, owned by the city of Portsmouth, built as a school house in 1845. It is located at 1 Plains Avenue, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where the meetings are held — the execu-tive council on the fi rst Tuesday of the month, and the regular membership meeting on the third Tuesday of the month.

The Lodge has become established in the community, participating with other local organizations in various func-tions, including fundraising for the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Operation Blessing, and soup kitchens, organizing and super-vising the Walk-a-thon for the March of Dimes, and supporting Grand Lodge fundraisers and programs by attending various Grand Lodge functions and establishing an annual scholar-ship for graduating high school seniors.

We are thankful for all the Venerables and Presidents who came before us for their service and leadership. The fruit of their labor is evidenced by the fact that the Seacoast Area Lodge #2303 continues to perform well.

John Semprini, President Paul Anania, Orator/Historian

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In a bowl mix ricotta cheese, beaten eggs and salt. Add fl our gradually to the mixture, mixing by hand, until dough is soft. Remove dough from bowl and place dough on a fl oured pastry board to knead. If dough sticks to your fi ngers or hands, add a little fl our and continue kneading until the dough is soft, smooth and pliable.

Cut and roll portions into long 8- or 10-inch rolls of about one-inch thickness. Place in bowl and cover. Taking one roll at the time, fl atten roll slightly with your hand or a rolling pin. Cut into one-inch portions. With index and middle fi ngertips, press into each piece of dough and roll fi ngers forward in the dough. This will curl the dough into gnocchi. Continue until all dough is used.

For cooking gnocchi, boil about 4 quarts of salted water. After dropping gnocchi into the boiling water, stir and cover. Watch carefully because water boils over quickly. Gnocchi will fl oat to the top as they cook. They cook rapidly. Check for consistency desired. Drain and place in a bowl. Add your tomato sauce and serve.

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made macaroni in our home. They didn’t seem to have a written recipe. It was all stored in their minds. Through the years, I decided their recipes should be written out. I watched Mama measure out the fl our, add the water or beaten eggs and all the necessary ingredients for gnocchi. Papa kneaded the dough. Mama always took out her extra-long wooden rolling pin when the dough had to be rolled into thin round portions before Papa could fold it and then cut it into linguine. For gnocchi, Papa cut up the dough after kneading it. Mama, with her fi ngers, patiently formed the small portions of cut-up dough into gnocchi. Before my brother Peter and I knew it, the homemade macaroni was ready to serve at noontime for Sunday dinner. They always made it seem that it was such a pleasure serving homemade macaroni, and it was.

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On September 23, 1952, Rocky Marciano made history by knock-ing out Joe Walcott and claiming the world heavyweight champi-onship. He went on to become the only heavyweight to retire undefeated at 49-0. Now, sixty years to the day later, he’ll make history again as a record-size statue will be raised in his honor on September 23, 2012 in Brock-ton, Massachusetts.

Join the World Boxing Coun-cil and President Jose Sulai-man, the Rocky Marciano Statue Committee, Rocky Marciano’s family, and the City of Brock-ton on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 1:00 pm for the Statue Dedication at Champions Park/Marciano Stadium located on the Brockton High School grounds off of Forest Avenue.

The event to unveil the statue will be monumental and historic — not just for the City, but for the sporting world. Not only are several dozen current and former boxing champions planning to attend, but celebrities from vari-ous sports, movies, and politics. National and international media will be in attendance, as the box-ing world, and especially Brock-tonians and Italian-Americans celebrate what they have so long desired — a tribute to their be-loved Rocky Marciano. Champi-ons Park will undoubtedly grow to become a worldwide destination.

There will be various events scheduled throughout the week-end. Check www.rockystatue.org for more information.

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LODGE NEWS

At a dinner meeting on Thursday, June 7, 2012, Worcester Lodge #168 initiated new members and awarded three $1,000 scholarships to deserving young people. In attendance were State First Vice President Carmelita Bello and State Trustee Margaret Campbell.

Lodge President Donna Giuliani addressed the guests. After a short history of the Order was given, new members were sworn in with the help of State Deputy Al Nardacci, State First Vice President Carmelita Bello, Lodge Vice President Mary Ann Bello, and Lodge Orator Helen Aromando. She welcomed the new members and encouraged them to be willing to serve the lodge and get involved in promoting our Italian heritage. She then turned her attention to the scholarship recipients and reminded them not to forget their Italian heritage or the Order of Sons of Italy. She congratulated the

Worcester Lodge #168 Initiates New Members and Awards Scholarshipsby Maria Sciannameo

Lodge Members and guests enjoying dinner and pleasant conversations.

New members of the Lodge taking the oath of membership.

Ashley Bradley’s mother (left) accepting her daughter’s scholarship with Vice President and Committee Chairman Mary Ann Bello (center) and President Donna Giuliani.

Rose Porcaro with the recipient of the Arthur Porcaro memorial scholarship Christine DeSimone, Vice President Mary Ann Bello and President Donna Giuliani.

Scholarship Recipient Mollie Jasper (left) accepting her award with Vice President Mary Ann Bello (center) and President Donna Giuliani.




scholarship recipients on their achievements and encouraged them to remember the Order and become members when they return home.

Dinner was provided by Mike & Maria’s Catering and as usu-al, it was delicious. Members and guests enjoyed the atmo-sphere and each other’s compa-ny as they were re-acquainted. Receiving scholarships this year were the following talented young women:

The Worcester Lodge #168 Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Ashley Bradley

of Holden, MA. Ashley is the daughter of Edward and Renee Bradley and the granddaughter of Lodge member Rosemarie Mikitarian. Ashley is a gradu-ate of Notre Dame Academy in Worcester where she was a 3-sport athlete and a member of the Student Council. She plans to attend St. Anslem College to major in Nursing. Ashley’s guid-ance counselor describes her as a “very caring and supportive young woman” whose “high intelligence, empathy for others and leadership skills will serve her well.” Accepting the award

for Ashley was her mother, Mrs. Bradley.

Christina DeSimone was awarded The Arthur Porcaro Memorial Scholarship. She is the daughter of Victoria and Joseph DeSimone, Jr., and the granddaughter of Lodge members Joseph and Rita DeSimone. Christina is a grad-uate of St. Peter-Marian High School where she played soccer, was a member of the National Honor Society, Co-President of Centre Mentors, and attended the National Youth Leadership Forum on medicine. Christina plans to attend Quinnipiac University majoring in Biol-ogy. Her biology teacher says she “demonstrates the highest standards of honesty … and shows courtesy and respect for others.”

Mollie Jasper of Worcester is the recipient of the Worcester Lodge #168 Scholarship. She is the daughter of Karen and Peter Jasper. Mollie graduated from Tahanto Regional High School where she participated in a two-year Early Childhood Program. As a result, she gradu-ated earning a Massachusetts Department of Early Education Certifi cation to be a preschool teacher. Mollie’s Child Devel-opment teacher describes her as a “confi dent … take-charge type of person who enjoys leadership roles.”

Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients. We wish you much success in your future endeavors!

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LODGE NEWS

Lodge EventsEvery Thursday is Bingo Night at the Watertown Sons of Italy. Come press your luck to win the $3,000 Progressive Pot. Thursdays 6:45 p.m.-10:00 p.m. For more information please contact Frank Cannalonga at 617-484-3894.

August 19, 2012 — Watertown Sons of Italy Summer BBQ. 12:00 p.m. 520 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA. Come enjoy the end of Summer with an afternoon full of food, music, dancing and raffl es. Menu includes: steak tips, chicken, sausages, corn on the cob, salad and watermelon. A cash bar will also be available. Tickets are $30 for adults, children under 10 are free. For tickets and more information contact Tony Mastantuono at 617-799-8819.

October 20, 2012 — Dinner-Dance. Figli D’Italia Lodge #2692 of Saugus at the Knights of Columbus, Saugus, MA $30 p.p. 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Contact Angela Maraia 781-233-7660.October 28, 2012 — 80th Anniversary Celebration. The G. Marconi Lodge #1620 80th Anniversary Celebration will be held at Cork ‘N’ Hearth on Route 20 next to Laurel Lake. Cocktails: 1:30 p.m. Dinner: 2:00 p.m. Donation: $40.00 per person. For tickets contact Steve Cozzaglio via email: [email protected] or phone 413-243-3204.

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On Wednesday, June 6, 2012, fourteen scholarships were awarded by the Brockton Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 at a celebratory dinner at George’s Café in Brockton, Mas-sachusetts. President Richard Alfonso welcomed the schol-ars, their families, and guests. He introduced fellow member and Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti who extended her con-gratulations to the scholarship recipients.

Mary Santoro, the Scholar-ship Committee Chairman, awarded fourteen scholarships to the talented recipients read-ing their application letters and biographies describing their athletic and academic suc-cesses as well as their many accomplishments. Twelve of the fourteen recipients were in attendance.

We were pleased that nine recipients hailed from Brock-ton High School. The students (and their colleges of choice) are: Sydney Falcone (UMass Lowell), Victoria Hancock (Bent-ley University), Kelsey Lynch (Bridgewater State University), Megan Golding (Stonehill Col-lege), Matthew Crocker (Suf-folk University), Austin Vella (Stonehill College), Sabrina Lynch (Brandeis University), and Nicole Hathaway and Dani-elle Sanda (colleges not known).

There were fi ve recipients with member affi liations: Anthony Cesarini from Cardinal Spell-man High School (Framingham State University), Anthony D. Scenna from Maine’s Thornton Academy High School (Maine Maritime Academy), Anne Stuart from New Hampshire’s Londonderry High School (Saint

(L-R): Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 Scholarship Award Celebration at George’s Café. Back Row: Recipients Anthony Scenna, Megan Golding, Matthew Crocker, Victoria Hancock, Austin Vella, Vanessa Lopes-McCoy, Anthony Cesarini, Nicole Spano, Sabrina Lynch, and Scholarship Committee Chairman Mary Santoro. Front Row: Recipient Kelsey Lynch, Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti, Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 President Richard Alfonso, Orator Gloria Cesarini, Vice President Todd Petti, and recipient Anne Stuart.

Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 Annual Scholarship Awards

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Michael’s College), Vanessa Lopes-McCoy from Stoughton High School (Merrimack Col-lege), and Easton’s Nicole Spano from Southeastern Regional Voc-Tech High School (Bridge-water State University).

Mary Santoro and the Schol-arship Committee, which consisted of members Sandy Bishop, Gloria Cesarini, and Lucille LaFranchise, awarded a total of $9,000 to these worthy scholars. The Lodge wishes to congratulate each recipient and their families and wishes them much success in their upcom-ing four years of study. It is our hope that someday these wonderful creative and inspired youth will remember this kind-ness and join a local Sons of Italy chapter and give inspira-tion to other young aspiring scholars.

The Venezia Lodge #374 scholarship recipients for 2012 and their families joined us at our June meeting to introduce themselves and inform us of their plans and goals for the future. Each recipient received a scholarship for $1,000 toward their college costs.

Charles Lawson, Jr. graduated Silver Lake Regional High School with a GPA of 4.33 and plans to attend Bridgewater State University with a major in Accounting.

Devin Barbati graduated Pembroke High School with a GPA of 2.75 and plans to attend UMass Dartmouth with an interest in Engineering.

Andrew Marrese III was not able to be present but sent a letter to thank our members for grant-ing him this award. He is a graduate of Norwell High School, is very active in extracurricular

activities, and had a GPA of 3.05. He is in-terested in attending the University of New Hampshire or Mass Maritime Academy.

Br ianna Per fe tuo graduated of Norwell High School with a GPA of 3.60 and has dem-onstrated talent with her art work. She is planning on attend-ing the University of New Hampshire with an interest in Business and Marketing.

Congratulations and best wishes to all the re-cipients for their future successes!

Venezia Lodge #374 Scholarship Awardsby Catherine Muscato


LODGE NEWS

The Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 recently held its Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner on June 5, 2012, at Boncaldo’s Restaurant in Norwood. Lodge President George Franco greeted members and guests.

Scholarship Chairman Toni Eosco welcomed the nearly 70 members and guests in atten-dance. Mrs. Eosco recognized lodge members Barbara Campagna and Winnie Carfagno for their volunteer work on the Scholarship Com-mittee. Scholarship award presentations took place immediately following a delicious dinner.

Through the fundraising efforts of the lodge members, and with additional donations to the scholarship fund made in memory of longtime lodge member Ann Rizzo, two scholarships in the amount of $1,000 were awarded to college-bound students. Winnie Carfagno made the fi rst presentation to Julia Bilotta, a graduate of Medway High School. Julia is the daughter of Frank and Joan Bilotta, as well as the grand-daughter of lodge members Frank and Barbara Bilotta. Julia will pursue a chemical engineering major at Northeastern University.

(L-R): Lodge President George Franco, Scholarship Committee member Barbara Campagna, recipient David Nethercote, Scholarship Committee Chairman Toni Eosco, Scholarship Committee member Winnie Carfagno, recipient Julia Bilotta, and speaker Jennifer Fraone.

Norwood Italian Lodge #1235 Awards Scholarshipsby George Franco

Barbara Campagna presented the second award to David Nethercote, a graduate of Bishop Feehan High School. He is the son of William and Lucille Nethercote and grandson of lodge members Leon and Mary Niro. David intends to pursue a chemistry major at UMass-Am-herst. The Lodge congratulated both recipients and wished them good luck with their future plans.

Following the awards, Toni Eosco introduced guest speaker, Jennifer Fraone. Mrs. Fraone, daughter of lodge members Phyllis and George Sabatini, and a pervious local and Grand Lodge scholarship winner in 1987, delivered inspir-ing remarks to the current scholarship winners and guests. Mrs. Fraone is the Assistant Director for the Center of Work and Family at Boston College, Carroll School of Management. She addressed the challenges of the workplace, choosing career paths, caring for family, defi n-ing success, and the importance of taking time to pause and enjoy the present. Mrs. Fraone received enthusiastic applause at the conclusion of her presentation.

On June 2, 2012 the City of Brockton, under the administra-tion of Christopher Columbus Lodge #216 member Mayor Linda Balzotti, celebrated Italian Republic Day with a Proclamation in recognition of the historic vote taken in 1946 to establish Italy as a Republic. After 85 years as a monarchy, it was decided by a vote of 54 to 46 percent that the leaders of the country should be elected by popular vote.

Christopher Columbus Lodge #216Celebrates Italian Republic Day

by Jacquelyn Bonarrigo

Lodge Immediate Past President Louis Tarantino, Lodge President Richard Alfonso, and Lodge member and Brockton Mayor Linda M. Balzotti raise the Italian flag during the ceremony.

Lodge President Richard Alfonso receives a proclamation from Lodge member and Brockton Mayor Linda M. Balzotti while Immediate Past President Louis Tarantino looks on.

(L-R): Brockton City Councilor Robert Sullivan, Lodge President Richard Alfonso, Immediate President of Italian American War Veterans George Cataldo, Lodge Immediate Past President Louis Tarantino, Lodge member and Brockton Mayor Linda M. Balzotti, and City Councilor Dennis Earniri help raise the Italian flag.

Richard Alfonso, President of the Christopher Columbus Lodge #216, and Anthony O’Brien, Commander of the Italian American War Veterans Brockton Post, were invited to speak during this event. During his remarks, President Alfonso noted that it was also on this date that women were fi rst granted suffrage in Italy.

Today in Italy, June 2 is known as Festa della Repubblica, and is celebrated and treated the same as July 14 in France and, of course, July 4 in the United States. President Alfonso thanked Mayor Balzotti and her team for hosting the event.

Everyone followed the Mayor outside to the Brockton City Hall Courtyard on a beautiful sunny June morning to raise the Italian fl ag.

After the fl ag raising ceremony, all guests were treated to Italian rum cake, assorted Italian cookies, and biscotti donated by the Brockton Sons of Italy.

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LODGE NEWS

The Lawrence Ladies Lodge #2026, Order Sons of Italy in America held their Scholarship Reception at St. Lucy’s Parish Hall in Methuen on May 23, 2012. Three students were honored and each received the Josephine I. Rizzo Scholarship in the amount of $1,500. The

Lawrence Ladies Lodge #2026 Scholarship Reception

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who will attend Boston Univer-sity and major in biology. The Josephine I. Rizzo Scholarship Awards are sponsored by the Service Center of Greater Law-rence, Inc. Everyone enjoyed the buffet which included sand-wiches, calzones, pizza, and cake with ice cream.

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Following a brief lodge business meeting, over sixty members, friends, and guests gathered at the Winthrop Senior Center for the annual presentation of two signifi cant awards the lodge is proud to give. This year’s scholarship recipient was Harrison Trubitt, grand-son of Peggy Pacifi co, for his outstanding academic achievements along with his community service and athletic abilities. Harrison is a graduate of Cathedral Catholic High School and resides in San Diego, California with his family. Harrison graduated with a class rank of 139 out of 410 graduates, and has a wonderful history in peer mentoring, volunteering, and scouting.

His ten years in scouting have helped shape this well-rounded young man, who is also a champion swimmer, water polo player, and coach. This year Harrison was inducted into the National Eagle Scout Association. This young man exemplifi es a strong commitment in wanting to make a difference. Across many miles we extend our very best wishes to Harrison as he heads off to Cal Poly Tech State University in San Luis Obispo, CA this fall with a goal of one day becoming an attorney.

Real heroes don’t fl aunt their heroic actions – they quietly go about their day-to-day lives, doing what they do best. This year Winthrop Fire Chief Paul E. Flanagan was the recipient of the “In Recognition and Appreciation” Award. Six years ago this award was established by our Lodge president to honor people who have both played a signifi cant role in the community and have befriended our Lodge. Often we just expect things to happen and we forget to say “thank you.”

The town will never realize all of Paul’s contributions and accomplishments both within and around the town, as a graduate of Winthrop High in 1974 and joining the fi re department in 1978. Dating back to 1904, Paul’s grandfather served as Winthrop’s Fire Chief and his son Charles, (Paul’s father), followed in his footsteps. One can only imagine the family pride when the third generation, Paul and his brother Chuck, joined the department and to have Paul rise to the rank of Chief. Sharing in the celebration with Paul was the Flanagan family: lovely wife Susan, son Andrew, his brother Captain Chuck Flanagan and his mom, Marilyn.

Presenting citations from the Commonwealth were Senator Anthony Petruccelli and Valentino Capobianco, legislative aid representing House Speaker Robert DeLeo. Town Council Presi-dent Peter Gill and his wife Maureen brought greetings from the Town of Winthrop. Offering prayers was Rev. Father Bourke from St. John the Evangelist and Chaplin to the Winthrop Police and Fire Departments.

State President James DiStefano accompanied by First Lady Kathy shared in making this awards program a memorable suc-cess. All enjoyed the bountiful Italian buffet catered by Cimino’s Meat Market.

Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071JUNE AWARDS PROGRAM

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State Senator Anthony Petruccelli, Town Council President Peter Gill, Peggy Pacifico, Winthrop Fire Chief Paul Flanagan, Lodge President Dottie D’Onofrio, and State President James DiStefano.

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The Regina Margherita Lodge #1402 held their Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at the Sons of Italy in Waltham. Three scholarships were awarded to three deserving students from Waltham High School: Bebelin Arevalo received the Sons of Italy At Large Scholarship, Ryan Profi ta received the Sons of Italy Member Scholarship, and Alicia Vautour received the Italian Profi ciency Award Scholarship.

The guest speakers were our Mayor, the Honorable Jeanette McCarthy, and State President James DiStefano.

Regina Margherita Lodge #1402 Scholarship Awards Ceremonyby Nadia Mummolo

Front Row: State President James DiStefano, Bebelin Arevalo, Ryan Profita, Alicia Vautour, and the Honorable Mayor Jeanette McCarthy. Back Row: Scholarship Committee member Lucille LoPresti, First Lady Kathy DiStefano, State Deputy Ann Hill, State Recording Secretary Ron Hill, and Scholarship Committee members Nancy Juskin and Nadia Mummolo.

(L-R): State President James DiStefano, Bebelin Arevalo, Ryan Profita, Alicia Vautour, and The Honorable Mayor Jeanette McCarthy.

With the help a class of computer students at the Tri-County Vocational School in Franklin, the Quattro Eroi Lodge #1414 recently launched its own website at franklinsonsofi taly.org.

Members of the Lodge were looking for new ways to attract new members, and Treasurer Mario Carlucci came up with the idea of going on the internet with a Lodge website. With the help of Brother Joseph Genoa, a former teacher at the Tri-County Vocational School, the Lodge was able to get permission from the school authorities to go forward with the project.

On May 29, Brother Carlucci, Brother Genoa, Vice President Valerie Carlucci, and Recording Secretary James Ficco met with the teacher and students of

Quattro Eroi Lodge #1414 Lodge Newsby James Ficco

the computer class to view the website, which can be tweaked at any time.

On June 24, representatives of the Lodge returned to the school to award a plaque in thanks to the computer information systems instructor Kimberly Zogalis, as well as to present citations to the following members of the Junior class who were instrumental in putting the site together: Kelsey Miller, Peter Holyoak, Michael McLauhan, Cameron Krasner, Thomas Crowley, Kayla Resendes, Nicholas Vacca, Edward Purtell, Jordyn Swensen, Jake Hobson, Zacharay Machado and Dustin Winters. President Donald Gelineau, Vice President Valerie Carlucci, Recording Secretary James Ficco, Financial Secretary Dora Brett, and Treasurer Mario Carlucci were on hand to make the presentation.

In other Lodge news, the Lodge recently competed construction of two bocce courts, which they also hope to use to attract new members. Matches will be held Wednesday evening’s beginning at 5:30 and are open to anyone in the general public interested in joining the Order as a regular or social member.

Two scholarships were recently awarded to Julia Geromini and Joseph Seaver, grandchildren of mem-bers Peter and Dolores Brunelli and Carlo Geromini. Both students were 2012 graduates of Franklin High School.

In conjunction with the 2012 October Italian Heritage Month, a Spaghetti Night will be held on October 20 at the VFW Hall, 1034 Pond Street, Franklin. The event is open to the public.

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