November / novembre 2021
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Italian class takes field trip to Little Italy |
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Eighteen students of an Italian class at Mount Saint Joseph High School, Baltimore, enjoyed an immersive Italian lunch and bocce learning experience on a field trip to La Scala Ristorante Italiano November 4. Coordinated by alum Ray Alcaraz, co-founder of Promotion Center for Little Italy, Baltimore, students were gifted books about Little Italy. Here are a few of their comments about the field trip:
"I wish we could go there
once a month."
"It was the perfect school day."
"The best Italian food I ever had."
"The chef is a cool guy; service is excellent."
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An Italian American's passion with Cefalu
leads to creation of "Family Ties" facebook group
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"My paternal grandparents were born in Cefalu, Sicily, a small town in the Province of Palermo. They separately immigrated to the U.S. and ended up in Baltimore, and married at St. Leo's in June 1917 (photo below). I have been conducting family research for several years and came across a 1928 article from the Baltimore Sun. I was thinking about how many ancestors of these 20,000-plus Cefalu immigrants there must be by now! In 2020 while trying to connect with others who have relatives from Cefalu, I created the Facebook group, Family Ties to Cefalu, Sicily, Italy. My group has 727 members and growing. Many live(d) in the greater Baltimore area or their family had been from - or immigrated to - Baltimore. Some live around the U.S. and a few in other countries. We share photos, family stories, recipes, and more. Several of us have found extended family members through the group. I also share this Neighborhood News with the group ... several generations who have been a part of the Baltimore area for well over 100 years."
~ Sandy Marsiglia Berry
Pasadena, MD
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Cefalu, a Neighbor of Baltimore |
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by Albert K. Weinberg
The Baltimore Sun
19 Feb 1928
The Baltimorean’s adventure begins when he subscribes to his city of origin in the register of the would-be albergo. There is a delighted exclamation from the innkeeper - “Signore e di Baltimore!” Then in brave, broken English: “You know Petro - Francesco - Arturo? Francesco and Petro my cousins, Arturo my uncle - all in Baltimore."
This may seem somewhat casual, but the real mystery appears when the Baltimorean starts going around the town and strikes up conversations for the practice of his little Italian. Every time he happens to mention his origin people will get excited in the same Italian way ... By the end of the day, the Baltimore tourist will wonder whether the whole town has relatives in Baltimore. >>>
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Vincenzo (Vincent) J. Marsiglia (1894-1971) and Anna J. Vinci (1893-1982) were married at St. Leo’s Church on June 3, 1917. Both were born in Cefalu, Sicily, Italy and died in Baltimore. [Photo courtesy Sandy Marsiglia Berry]
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Sons of Italy Foundation
scholarship applications open
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Through the Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF), and hundreds of thousands of family members in all 50 states and D.C., the Order Sons & Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA) has awarded nearly $61 million in scholarships to date. In past years, SIF has offered up to 15 merit-based scholarships between $4,000 and $25,000 in a nationwide competition. In 2020, students received a total of $85,000. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2022. Eligibility is that students must be a U.S. citizen of Italian descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent) and enrolled for the Fall 2022 term in a four year undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited academic institution. |
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For the Kids!
FEAST FOR SAINTS
& PEROGI-MAKING
Wednesday, December 8
6:30 pm, School Hall
For children ages 3-11, Father Bernie Carman, pastor of St. Leo's Church, will present information about Carlos Acutis, the youngest contemporary person to be beatified a saint. Cara Joyce, chef/teacher, will lead children in perogi-making. If attending, email Maryellen Woodward.
Please bring donations of canned goods for Beans & Bread,
a Baltimore food bank.
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A Joyful Cookbook was created by Daughters of Isabella (of St. Leo's Church) and the Pandola Learning Center in Little Italy. It includes recipes submitted by D of I members, Pandola students, and friends. For ordering information email Carmela Walsh.
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JOE BENNY'S FOCCACERIA IS HIRING: If you or someone you know is looking for a side job and extra cash, Joe Benny's has a gig with your name on it. Servers are needed one to two weekday evenings for 5 to 10 hours per week and will also help to host, bartend, bus tables, bar back, etc. Definite restaurant experience needed, along with the intention to hustle in this small but mighty Little Italy restaurant. Serious inquiries and questions about the job, email Joe Gardella.
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Holiday Mass Schedule
St. Leo the Great Church
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THANKSGIVING
Thurs., November 25
9:30 am
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CHRISTMAS EVE
Fri., December 24
(no 8 am Mass)
- 4:00 pm Children's Mass
- 6:30 pm
- 12 am Midnight Mass
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CHRISTMAS DAY
Sat., December 25
(no 8 am Mass)
- 9:30 am
- 4:30 pm Vigil Mass for Feast of Holy Family
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NEW YEAR'S EVE
Fri., December 31
(no 8 am Mass)
6:30 pm Vigil Mass
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NEW YEAR'S DAY
Sat., January 1, 2022
(no 8 am Mass)
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"TO OUR HEROES: Our Carryout Pasta Dinner volunteers are ALL wonderful! Our heroes. You show up, with smiles, and ask what needs to be done. Many of you wear many hats. You go from cutting bread, to packing bags, to making salad, to a seamless kitchen crew - anything needed. We are proud to be associated with you! Thank you for giving so much to Saint Leo's."
~ Parish Office Staff
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"It was just a great experience, once again, to be together with friends, making people happy with good food and adding to the St. Leo coffers. Making this event happen takes a lot of pre-planning, coordination, and just plain hard work on the day - what a wonderful, supportive team!! It is a privilege to share this work and time with you."
~ Salli Alborn
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"It was a great day seeing everyone again.
Glad to help for
St. Leo’s."
~ Sharon Tamassia
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"You all do the lion’s share of the work and make it really easy for us to come in and enjoy a day helping raise $ for the heart of the neighborhood. Thanks to Audrey, Arthur and the kitchen crew, too! That is a heck of a heavy lift back there! It feels like a family in that school hall. I am uplifted by everyone's presence."
~ Maureen Chandler
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Submitted by Anthony DePalmer, Jr.
circa 1930s, Little Italy / Baltimore
"This is my grandmother, Rose Gentile (right). Behind her is my Uncle Jake Gentile (Little Italy resident Arthur Gentile's father). The woman on the left is my mother, Mary Gentile DePalmer. [The middle woman and the two kids are unidentified.] My grandmother was an Italian immigrant, born as Rosa Maria Belfiore November 12, 1897 in Marina di Caronia, Messina, Sicily. She lived in Little Italy at 914 Fawn Street. Her husband was Vincent Gentile, who called for her after he came to this country."
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Include caption, people ID, location, approximate year, and your name.
Photos must be Little Italy or Italian immigrant-related.
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St. Leo's 140th anniversary campaign
close to goal
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St. Leo's parish anniversary campaign has reached close to $120K in four months. The Anniversary Committee is appreciative to the Italian Heritage Festival Committee for its recent donation of $15,000 from the October 3rd festival proceeds. When the campaign reaches its goal of $140,000, a generous donor has committed a matching donation of $140,000. The campaign ends December 31, 2021. Haven't had a chance to participate? See campaign form below. Donations also can be made online.
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Little Italy books on SALE
(think Christmas gifts!)
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With memories of beloved local figures like Mugs Mugavero and artist Tony DeSales, interviews with lifelong locals and a few classic recipes, this book creates a spirited history of our enduring Italian community.
SALE! $16.99
(reg. $19.99)
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200 captivating vintage photos submitted by Baltimore families
SALE! $16.99
(reg. $21.99)
Books are signed by the author. If you want one signed to a specific person, specify the name in the appropriate field when ordering.
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GET A FREE BOOK!
coffee-table book, Baltimore's Own Little Italy: The Artwork of Tony DeSales.
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"Best newsletter yet. I read every piece - captivating and inspiring. I thought the vignette on Carmelo Iacoboni was achingly heroic … what our ancestors went through to give us what we got! Well done. Promotion Center for Little Italy is a gifted promoter!"
~ Paul Rao
"Thank you for all you do to promote Little Italy and the Italian culture – fabulous newsletter."
~ Salli Alborn
"Ciao! Very nice. Thanks for promoting the neighborhood and our Italian Heritage!"
~ Luigi Mazzulli
"Thank you, Suzanna! You’ve captured the excitement created in Little Italy!"
~ Cyd Wolf
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