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Volume 11 www.italianamericanclubofvenice.com Novembre 2015

The annual Snowbird Appreciation Dinner is being held on Nov.1st for the

9th time. It heralds the return of many of our volunteers who work at the

Friday nite dinners. We are happy to see you back all rested & ready to go! Things are picking up already as the tourists

seem to come back earlier each year. Who can blame them..we do live in Paradise! This month the Nominating Committee

presents a slate of candidates for the annual election in December, so that means another year has passed. They seem to go

faster every year too! The club is thriving & I encourage you to attend as many functions as you can since your fellow

members give of their time, energy & talents to bring you the special dinners/dances/parties/classes/concerts for your

enjoyment. We have a good thing here, let’s show our appreciation with our support. Ciao, Bruce

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Contents copyright of the

Italian American Club of Venice, Inc.

1375 Ringling Drive, Venice, Fl 34286.

941- 486-1492 Linda Bastian, Editor

Bruce Bastian, Assistant Editor

web: italianamericanclubofvenice.com

E-mail: President@italianamericanclubofvenice.com

All rights reserved, Copyright 2009

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VENICE SUN FIESTA PARADE OCT. 17th…….

The parade, based on everybody's comments was very successful.

28 Participating club members were very enthusiastic and full of

energy waving their Top hats to the bystanders. Joe DiMarco was

the gondolier. Ben Petrone and Julia Griffith were the club's ban-

ner carriers. Tony Rondello and Randy Pistone were the flag men.

Upon returning to the club everybody enjoyed pizza by Joe Di-

Marco and Joe Carbone and Patsy. Bob Houston opened the bar

and all had something to drink and celebrate another great event

with fellow members of the great IAC of Venice. Thanks to Doug

McPeek and his helper for pulling the gondola float. Report by

Mike Alexandratos who did a fine job, along with Donna Sherman,

of organizing this event. Congratulazione! (Next outing Nov.28th)

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November Notable Dates: Nov 1st– Snowbird Appreciation Dinner 3 pm

Nov 5th - General Meeting 7:00 pm

Nov 8th– Member Birthday/Anniversary 4 pm

Nov 11th- Sarasota Opera Studio Singers 7pm

Nov 19th—Executive Board Meeting

Nov 22nd– Italian Style Thanksgiving Dinner. A Turkey

on every table! Tix available. Kathy 941-928-0902

Nov 26th— Happy Thanksgiving to all !

Nov. 27th– Closed for Fri Nite dinner. Nov 28th– Venice Holiday Parade See info for details.

Monday Morning Coffee & Bocce too 9 am

Tues, Wed & Fri Morning coffee.

Wednesday’s Card Games continue

Wed Mahjong 2-5 Maria Tims 497-0655

Weekly Italian Classes/ Study of Italian Culture.

Various classes on Mon, Tues & Wed. Open to ALL

Bible Study discussions could resume Nov. 4th Noon-1:45

if enough interest from members. Call Donna Sherman to

register 941-587-1058 or creationcardsbydj@gmail.com

Welcome New Member! Rose Attreuter

Luce del Sole Get Well Soon:

Rich Serino, Tom Santurri Thinking of you Ken Russell

Note: Please call Vi Giancola 497-6942 if you know of someone needing the support of the members through cards, calls & prayers. E-mail: missvig007@comcast.net

Buon Compleanno!

Enjoy one Complimentary Carafe of Wine During Friday Night Pasta Dinner for your Birthday in the Month of Novembre!

Vince Amato 22nd, John Burrafato 27th, Betty Lou Cattelona 1st, Irene Ciridnikov 23rd, Dixie Clark 5th, Alice Dallas 12th, Anthony DiPietro 28th, Pat Eldridge 11th, Rosemarie Francavilla 22nd, Beatrice Fumei 30th, Ercole Gaudioso 17th, Julia Griffith 11th, Dennis Hord 20th, Tina Locastro 3rd, Art Magnotti 13th, Carmella Marchesello 8th, Mary Kay Matarelli 7th, Orazio Petrilli 27th, William Piscione 7th, Janet Provino 22nd, Sandro Ravagnani 2nd, Teresa Romano 28th, Joseph Rose 25th, Mike Roselle 19th, Joanna Santaguida 11th, Jeannette Stead 2nd, Delores Trethewey 13th, Faye Weiss 29th, Traude Wilson 21st, Norman Young 9th.

*If we missed your Birthday, please call Kate Antico to update your information. Show ID at the Bar to add your name to the list for Nov.

*Save the Dates: Mark your Calendar Dec. 3rd: General Membership Meeting /Election 7:00 pm Dec. 6th: Member Birthday/Anniversary Pot Luck 4 pm Dec. 12th: Children’s Christmas Party Compliments of Club Dec. 31st: New Year’s Eve Come & celebrate with us! Dinner/Dancing/Midnight Toasting /Ring in 2016!

Jan 10th: Venice Symphony Sampler at the Club. Feb. 3rd, 2016: Watch for Duo Romantico Feb 13th, 2016: Valentine’s Celebration March 5th, 2016: Opera “AIDA” Info: Gene 426-7081

VENICE HOLIDAY PARADE

Featuring The Gondola! Yes, that time has come again! All

“walking & riding” volunteers planning to represent the

Italian American Club of Venice for the Holiday Parade,

Sat. Nov. 28th are asked to sign up at the Nov 5th General Meeting or contact Donna Sherman at 587-1058. Meet at the club at 5:30 PM, wear red shirts/jackets and dark slacks according to the weather. A social will follow the parade at the club.

E-Mail us: president@italianamericanclubofvenice.com

This month’s list for General Meeting goodies is A to M. Your contributions are appreciated by everyone.

COLUMBUS DAY CELEBRATION: Oct. 10th/15 The dining room was buzzing with excitement as everyone shared

greetings with smiles, hugs & handshakes. This event is the start

the season’s activities. There were 100 people served by a crew of

well attired wait staff & chefs. Workers included: Frank U, Ben P,

Joe C, Patsy S, Mike A, Ron D, Lyn F, Alain T & Betty Lou C.

Bar: Bob H, Décor: Linda B/Janet R, Raffle: Tom M. Tickets &

Door: Kathy C. Chaired by Joe DiMarco, Marino Roncari & Bruce

Bastian. It was a successful way to begin a busy, upcoming season.

OCTOBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Oct. 12th The “Octoberfest” birthday was attended by 99 appreciative

people! Hosts were Carl & Traude Wilson backed up by

helpers Joe C, Ralph M, Ben P, Frank U, Emma T, Betty Lou

C, Dee M & Jean Trapani. Bob H on Bar, Tom M raffle &

Julia Griffith, who also made the fabulous German Chocolate

cake! The food had a German flavor of course! Wunderbar!

Birthdays celebrated: Emma, Tullio C, Ivan C, Victor D &

Mike M, Joe D, Dawn DiGirolamo. Anniversaries: Kate &

John Antico, Karl & Carole Schmitz, Carolyn & Paul Longo

(50 yrs!) Thank you Traude for making your delicioso potato

salad! Next Birthday/Anniversary Nov. 8th. All welcome!

NOMINATING COMMITTEE: The Board appointed Nancy

Canto & Karl Bicknese to the committee. 3 members came off the floor 10/1: Maria Tims, Johanna Giordano & Marino Roncari They are charged with producing a slate of Board candidates for the Dec 3rd elections.

CALLING ALL SINGLES! Do you want to get together to enjoy

dinners/shows/theatre/activities? Contact Vi Giancola 497-6942