italian heritage - Center for the Biology of Natural Systems - CUNY

A Journey of Operatic Italy
September 24 2:00 pm
Louis Barrella, well known musicologist, will present a
slide presentation accompanied by operatic selections that
highlight places important in the lives of Giuseppe Verdi
and Giacomo Puccini. Sponsored by the Italian American
Culture Club of Seabrook.
Village Square
3000 Essex Street, Tinton Falls, NJ
Admission: Members and Guests
Contact: Josephine Arminio (732) 918-9711
Festa della Vendemmia
September 24 6:30 pm
Display of wine press and related accessories used in the
art of wine making. Wine contest using wine products
created by our members. Sponsored by the Kensico Italian
American Society.
Heydorn Hall, Hawthorne Reformed Church
65 Broadway, Hawthorne, NY
Admission: $25 for dinner; open to the public
Contact: Brigida (914) 769-8846
MoliseBC@aol.com
Mercer County Italian American Festival
September 24 – 26 12:00 noon – 10:00 pm
The festival celebrates the rich heritage and culture of
Italian Americans and includes a Food Piazza featuring
regional Italian restaurants; an Italian Market with
Italian specialty products; Heritage Pavilion with art,
memorabilia, and historical artifacts; Cultural Theater
with cooking demonstrations and authors; entertainment
on two stages including national recording acts;
amusement rides; bocce, children’s entertainment; and
fireworks. Imagine a picnic with your closest friends
sharing food, laughter, music and a good time and you
will capture the essence of the Mercer County Italian
American Festival. Named one of the Mid-Atlantic
region’s top events by aaaworld.com. Sponsored by
Mercer County Italian American Festival Association.
Mercer County Park
Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ
Admission: Adults - $3; Children 12 and under – free
open to the public
Contact: Barry Chiorello (609) 695-5007
barry@barrychiorello.com
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