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JULY/AUGUST 2004
On May 1 st we had a meeting/luncheon and a marvelous time socializing while
playing an old, but fun game of cards. Many of us recalled the past as we played
the game of “settemezza”. Many Italian families played this game during the
holidays. I wonder how many of you remember.
Our 50’s Dinner-Dance was held on June 4 th . It was lots of fun. The “Male Figura
Sisters” performed and we are told that we are getting better and better. We have
to guard against getting too good. We might have to change our name. The dance
floor was full all night as everyone enjoyed the music of the 50’s.
Our next event will be Festa della Madonna. Please call Pati @ 874-2897 or
Rosalie @ 886-7595 for tickets and seat reservations. This is one of our most
attended events, so please call early. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The
deadline for reservations is August 22 nd . Your advance check insures your
reservation. An Italian dinner will be served. De Leon will play many of our
Italian favorites as well as American tunes. Children are needed to participate in
the program. Please call Violet @877-6836 or Rosalie@886-7595 for information.
This is a wonderful way to teach your child some of our culture.
Ben Venuti to the following new members: Josie Moreno, Rosanne Ligori, Joanne
Bernaldo, and Diane Anastasi. We are happy that we are growing, however, we
will be missing two of our recently departed sorelle, Gussie Naples and Evelyn
Darrigo.
Our ladies always make us proud. Please note the following:
‣ Loretta Traina Campo was appointed principal of Yates Elementary.
‣ Jeanette LaRussa Fenton was appointed Director of Lobbying for
Hillsborough County.
‣ Rose Barbie and Rosalie Perrone retired after teaching in the
Hillsborough County School System with 33 and 35 years, respectively.
‣ DON’T FORGET….La Festa della Madonna!
‣ Ci vediamo…LE DONNE…
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