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Humanitarian Committee Presents
23rd Annual Christmas Seals Program w/
"La Vigilia" Feast of The Seven Fish
Thursday, December 11th
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Union League Liberty Hill
Gray's Dining Room
Lafayette, Hill, PA
$150 Per Person
Tickets / Donations: Online link below
Venmo @alexis-virga, or check payable to Filitalia (see flyer for address)
Filitalia International's Humanitarian Committee is responsible for our Annual Christmas Seals Program. Through this program, we have been able to support families through the world with clothing, money, food and gift certificates during the Christmas Season. We have been doing so since 2003 and will continue to do so for decades to come.
Through our expansion of Chapters throughout the world, we have been able to help hundreds of families a year through kind donations. Our annual "La Vigilia Feast of The Seven Fish Dinner" raises money and contributes goods that we use to distribute gift cards and donated items to families in need. Additionally, we are always receptive to take individual charitable contributions for specific families through the year (outside of the Christmas season).
In the event someone has a specific charitable request, please contact us using the form below. Our Humanitarian Committee will review and we will do our best to help out prior to the Christmas season.
For more information, contact:
Nick Folwer – 609-784-2545
Marc Virga - 610-420-3220
Alexis Virga – 215-313-1634
Saverio Nestico - 215-669-9398
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The 38th Annual Gala Was A Smashing Success
Excerpt Message From Our President, Saverio Nestico During Gala
Welcome to our family of Filitalia International. Tonight, we open our hearts to you and invite you to be part of a community built on faith, culture, and service. For many of you, we hope this evening marks the beginning of a renewed journey—a journey to get closer to your Italian heritage and to celebrate the values that unite us.
Filitalia International was founded by a visionary man, Dr. Pasquale Nestico, whose dedication and passion for service, education, and preserving our Italian culture laid the foundation for the organization we celebrate today. Even he could not have imagined how far his vision would grow, nor the bright future before us. From one idea to a worldwide community, his legacy continues to inspire generations.
Our impact today is reflected in programs such as our Scholarship Programs, empowering young people to pursue education while staying connected to their roots; our History of Italian Immigration Museum, preserving the stories of Italian immigrants for generations to come; and our beloved Christmas Seal Program, which allows us to give back to those in need during the holiday season. These initiatives embody the heart of Filitalia and our motto: “Umiltà, Giustizia, e Onestà”—to live with humility, pursue justice, and act with honesty.
As we celebrate our 38th Annual Gala, we honor our distinguished honorees and the members who make our mission possible. I extend my deepest gratitude to our Board of Directors, to our Founder, Dr. Pasquale Nestico, whose vision guides us every day, and to Cav. Paula Bonavitacola, our 6th President and Chair of the Fundraising/Gala Committee, whose leadership and tireless efforts in spearheading this Gala have been instrumental in making tonight a success to celebrate some incredible leaders of our community and the entire Fundraising/Gala Committee that have done incredible work to make this years Gala the most successful yet!
There is a thirst out there for the culture, heritage, and traditions of which we cherish so much—and Filitalia is here to quench that thirst.
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Filitalia Event Calendar
We’d like to start using our Filitalia Google Event Calendar to help consolidate all chapter events, meetings, and activities in one convenient place. You can sync the Filitalia calendar to your personal Google Calendar by clicking "Add to Google Calendar," shown in the red box on the image below.
Stay organized and never miss an event!
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Chiacchiere e Carte
Every Saturday
1:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Filitalia International
1834 E Passyunk Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Come learn and play Italian card games! Practice your Italian language skills in a fun, relaxed setting.
No experience needed
Always call in advance to confirm
Michale Croce
(610) 675-5268
crocemike89@gmail.com
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Bojano, Molise Chapter Presents
"Molise's got Talent"
Saturday, November 29th
18:00 | 6:00pm EST
Join us at the Palazza Colagrosso, Bojano for an evening of excellence and talents from the Molise region.
The event is hosted by Mina Capussi and includes a presentation on the Filitalia International Study Grants.
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Vibo Valentia, Calabria Chapter Presents
"Christmas Seal"
Saturday, November 29th
18:00 / 6:00 PM EST
Join us on at the “Nilde Iotti” Hall in Vena di Ionadi for a special Christmas Seal Event hosted by the Filitalia International – Vibo Valentia Chapter.
Filitalia youth members will donate toys to the Diocesan Caritas of Mileto–Nicotera–Tropea, helping bring a smile to every child this Christmas season.
During the event, we will also present the Scholarship Awards for the 2024–2025 school year.
A beautiful moment of love, generosity, and community.
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Delaware County, PA Chapter Presents
"Annual Christmas Party"
Wednesday, December 3rd
6:30 PM EST
Overbrook Golf Club
799 Godfrey Road
Villanova, PA 19085
$55 Per Person
Pay by check or venmo @jbar50
Contact:
Ramona Fasula
healthyliving787@yahoo.com
610-513-3541
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Baltimore, MD Chapter Presents
"The History of Italians & Little Italy in Maryland"
Thursday, December 4th
5:30 PM EST
Chiapparelli's Restaurant
237 S High Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Discover the rich story of Italians in Maryland! Historian Nicolino Applauso, PhD will share how Italian immigrants shaped Baltimore, Little Italy, and our state from the 1600s to the present. The event will be held at Chiapparelli’s Restaurant in Little Italy.
Dinner at individual cost.
Please RSVP to Lori:
italiapaese1905@gmail.com
717-649-8430
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Hunterdon County, NJ Chapter Presents
"Buon Natale Event"
Sunday, December 7th
5:00 PM EST
Dorothea's House Casa di Cultura Italiana
120 John Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
Cost: No charge, please bring a dessert for the reception that follows the performance
Parking: Behind the Building or the YMCA across the street
You are invited to Dorothea's house in Princeton hosting Filitalia friends and family to a musical performance by acclaimed pianist Alessandra Tiraterra
The music of Ennio Morricone
More info: Janis Morelli
908-347-8600
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Camden County, NJ Chapter Presents
"Holiday Luncheon"
Sunday, December 7th
1:00 PM EST
Aldo Lamberti
2011 Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08002
$80 Per Person
Come celebrate the holidays with your Filitalia friends
Enjoy a festive four course luncheon Italian style, including wine, soft drinks and coffee or tea.
Seating is limited, RSVP is requested by November 30th
connie.mantilla@gmail.com
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Richmond, VA Chapter Presents
"La Festa di Santa Lucia"
Saturday, December 13th
6:00 PM EST
La Vita E’ Bella Ristorante
11363 Nuckols Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
We’ll enjoy dinner together and support the Filitalia Christmas Seals Program by donating Christmas candy and new or gently used clothing to St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store.
RSVP:
FilitaliaRichmond@gmail.com
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Thanksgiving Message from Filitalia
We extend heartfelt gratitude to all Chapter Presidents, Committee Chairs, and Executive Board Members who dedicate themselves to supporting Filitalia's programs and events every year. Your consistent effort and personal time are invaluable in making Filitalia stronger and better with each passing year.
Each year, our Famiglia continues to grow as new members join us, sharing in our common goal: to promote the Italian language and culture. This shared vision strengthens our community and further enhances our mission.
We take great pride in our contributions to America and to the world at large. Through your dedication, Filitalia will persist in its work to educate and inspire others about the richness of Italian heritage.
With your continued commitment, we will ensure the world remains a better place—one enriched by the enduring spirit of Italian culture.
President Emeritus and Founder Dr. Pasquale Nestico,
President Saverio Nestico
VP Janis Morelli Esq.
Buona Festa del Ringraziamento!
Esprimiamo la più sentita gratitudine a tutti i Presidenti dei Capitoli, Presidenti dei Comitati e Membri del Consiglio Esecutivo che si dedicano ogni anno a sostenere i programmi e gli eventi di Filitalia. Il tuo impegno costante e il tuo tempo personale sono preziosi per rendere Filitalia più forte e migliore ogni anno che passa.
Ogni anno, la nostra Famiglia continua a crescere con nuovi membri che si uniscono a noi, condividendo il nostro obiettivo comune: promuovere la lingua e la cultura italiana. Questa visione condivisa rafforza la nostra comunità e rafforza ulteriormente la nostra missione.
Siamo molto orgogliosi dei nostri contributi all'America e al mondo intero. Grazie alla vostra dedizione, Filitalia continuerà a lavorare per educare e ispirare gli altri sulla ricchezza del patrimonio italiano.
Con il vostro continuo impegno, faremo in modo che il mondo rimanga un posto migliore—arricchito dallo spirito duraturo della cultura italiana.
President Emeritus and Founder Dr. Pasquale Nestico,
President Saverio Nestico
VP Janis Morelli Esq.
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12-Week Cycle of Filitalia International Italian Language Lessons
Our language classes are taught by certified native Italian teachers and use up-to-date and motivating teaching materials that combine grammar, vocabulary, and conversation, leading students to acquire all language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The program consists of 12 weeks of 90-minute language lessons, for a total of 18 hours of instruction.
Our language courses are organized according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, an international standard developed by the Council of Europe, which describes the competence in a foreign language on a progressive scale from A1/A2 (Basic User) to B1/B2 (Independent User) to C1/C2 (Proficient User).
Registration is now open!
Have questions? Email or call anytime!
languageandculture@filitaliainternational.com
215-334-8882
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Visit Your History of Italian Immigration Museum & Volunteer To Help
1834 E Passyunk Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11am – 3pm
Wednesday: 11am – 3pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 11am – 3pm
Saturday: 12pm – 8pm
Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
Hours are subject to change depending on availability of volunteers. Please call in advance.
Contact
215-334 8882
help@filitaliainternational.com
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"Melodie Italiane" on WGBB Sundays
12:40 PM EST
Sponsored by Filitalia International & Foundation
This incredible program interviews many Italians in our community both in the USA and Italy.
If you would like to sponsor this incredible program, please contact Nicola Pirone, Assistant Executive Director of Filitalia at italia@filitaliainternational.com
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Orinudi
ORIUNDI recently sat down with Chicago Italian-American, Lisa Veronico, to talk about her heritage and her inspiring real estate project in Puglia, Italy. The conversation dives into raising a child within Italian-American culture, reconnecting with your roots, and the journey of buying property in Italy.
Stay tuned for more interviews and insights from the Italian diaspora — and follow ORIUNDI across social media to catch the next story.
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