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July / August 2015 • Italia • 1

Summertime in Wisconsin!

Barbeque grills, cold beverages, neighbors, friends and family vacations. I hope

you’re all taking some time to slow down, unwind and enjoy life.

I’d like to review our recent Festa Italia celebration and recognize a number of individuals who played significant roles in the planning and execution of Festa.

Festa Italia (May 29 – 31)Although weather was not our friend (especially during the day on Saturday) this year, we still welcomed over 3,000 guests to McKee Farms Park to enjoy great food, incredible entertainment and a sampling of Italian cultural history. We measure the success of Festa by answering two questions.

Did our members and guests enjoy themselves?

Yes. With the addition of Benvenuto’s, our food offerings were better, our musical acts provided something for every ear

IWC President David Rizzo, 608-852-3665 • IWC Membership Secretary: John Troia (608) 271-0582 Italia Editor Phyllis DeGioia • IWC phone: 608-258-1880 • www.iwcmadison.com

and we entertained kids like never before. The smiles were apparent throughout the weekend.

Did we make money?No. The final numbers won’t be

in for a few more weeks, but we’ll struggle to cover our costs. Losing most of Saturday to inclement weather was just too much to overcome.

Making Festa HappenFesta Italia doesn’t just

happen. It’s a large-scale outdoor festival that requires months of planning and scores of volunteers to execute. It’s an immense undertaking for our club, and I want to personally thank everyone who volunteered their time and effort.

I also want to recognize the leaders of our various planning committees.

Tri – ChairsFrank Alfano and Ross DePaola joined me in forming the executive committee. We shared committee management responsibilities, maintained open

and regular communication and collaborated on critical decisions.

BeveragesFrank Zampardi worked to obtain a contract with Wisconsin Distributors, providing cold Bud Light and other refreshing beverage options.

MarketingRon Giordan managed production of our tv spot and purchased media.

Trevor Conti executed print media buys and creative.

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Phyllis DeGioia

CONTRIBUTING REPORTERS Catherine Tripalin Murray

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(608) 238-8406 (if no answer - 233-9654) We treat every family as our own . . .

Matthew Court, the 11-year old boy who was hit and

killed by a car while bicycling on University Ave. on July 13, is the son of Kristin Phillips-Court, a professor in UW’s Department of Art History Italian, specializing in Italian Renaissance literature and culture, and Ricardo Court, a historian of Italy and faculty associate in Political Science, also at UW-Madison. The family spent time in Italy, working and playing; friends told him that he had a beautiful accent. He was working through DuoLingo in preparation for next year’s trip. He loved the family friends’ farm in Italy, visual art, and the Mediterranean Sea. Matthew heroically pushed the “two gelati per day rule.” He ordered politely, saying vorrei rather than voglio (I would like rather than I want). Matthew loved Italy, soccer, swimming, his friends, and music, and wanted to be a musician. Madison’s Italian community grieves for the family.

Mary Grignano Jorstad, age 99, of Middleton, died on May 30th. She was born on Sept. 7, 1915, in Madison, the daughter of Leonardo and Antonina Grignano. She grew up in the Greenbush neighborhood. She was a graduate of Madison Central High School. While working at Melster Candy Co., she met the love of her life, Arne Jorstad. They were married on May 7, 1941, and spent 56 wonderful years together.

IWC Birthdays

JulyRobert Schiro (8); Henry Cuccia (9)

Gregory Rossetti (9); Butch Pullara (10)

Joe Cabibbo (14); Anthony Bonanno (16);

Dan Dyer (16); John Scalisi (17)

Michael Stassi (22)

William Czajkowwki (26)

Steve Loniello (27); Leonard Novara (30)

AugustRobert Battaglia (7); Phillip Clementi Jr (9)

Michael Heald (9); Tim Gatti (12)

Joseph Cerniglia (20)

Richard Alexander (22); Charles Belz (23)

Tiny Urso (27); Bob DiLorenzo (31)

IAWC BirthdaysRenee Schmitt July 2

Charmaine Pelliteri July 3

Caroline Bonano July 13

Doris Wallsch July 21

Mary Caravello Aug 13

Kathy Nauman Aug 27


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By Catherine Tripalin Murray

Mike

Cammilleri is described as being a proud young member who exudes

an incredible amount of energy, and that includes some pretty remarkable ideas along with being a busy and talented musician in a local band (or two or three). It’s no wonder as a member of Festa’s entertainment committee these past two years that all the pieces fit so well together to produce a weekend of performances we’d like to witness and enjoy again. Mike also serves as an IWC Council member as well as being a really nice guy.

Having the great pleasure of shedding a little light on the ingredients of what makes the IWC one of the oldest continuously active clubs of its kind in the country has everything to do with members like Mike, whose father’s side is 100% Sicilian. Mike’s grandfather, John, (and Mary) Cammilleri is from Aragona, Sicily, and immigrated with his family in the 1930s. Grandpa became a butcher who owned Cammilleri Grocery in Beloit that proudly sold his homemade Italian sausage. Mike’s father, also named John, still resides in Beloit with Mike’s Polish mother.

Mike grew up in Beloit, graduating from Beloit Turner High School in 1999. He attended

Amichevole Novita (friendly news)UW-Madison and received a B.A. in Economics and Political Science in 2003. Mike works for the Department of Statistics at UW-Madison as their systems administrator, working with high throughput computing projects and other projects he describes in comical fashion.

His sponsor in 2012 when joining the IWC was Jack LeTourneau, a friend Mike met through the local music recording industry. Jack recorded Mike’s band, The Kissers (Irish rock) at the High Noon Saloon for a live double album in 2008. Since then, Jack has recorded other albums for various other groups Mike plays with around the Madison area. If you wondering what Mike’s expertise is in the music world that surrounds us in our beloved

Mad City, it has everything to do with keys, as in the accordion, piano, and organ. And there’s more. He performs with The

Kissers (accordions), the Mike Cammilleri Organ Trio (jazz), and occasionally with Wifee and The Huzz Band (they’ll be at Jazz at Five this year) and The Hometown Sweethearts.

Mike’s true hometown sweetheart is his wonderful wife of seven years, Andrea, who also works for the UW- WIDA Consortium and Education Research. Sometime in November they will become proud parents of their first child.

And with more great pleasure, to you, Mike, Salute!

Wifee and Huzz Band kicked off a rousing Saturday night!


President’s Message continuedPasta TentTravis Hunter once again did a masterful job organizing and operating this important venue with the assistance of Dr. Dan Malone.

RafflePhil Clementi Jr. reprised his role in managing our raffle.

BocceRaul DeLuna and Gary Berger prepared the courts for play, registered the players and coordinated the officials for singles and doubles competition.

Culture TentAntonio Re, Tony Bruno and Tim Gatti coordinated cooking demonstrations, display of priceless photos of the Greenbush neighbor-hood and small stage musical acts.

GroundsCharlie Belz, Ed Nauman, Todd Cambio, and Butch Pullara managed everything ranging from security fence and tent set up to providing necessary electrical power and post event tear down.

ManpowerGreg Schroeder managed volunteer sign up and allocated resources to meet particular needs.

SecurityJohn Troia contracted with Fitchburg Police and JBM to ensure that we provided a safe environment for our guests.

AdministrationDan Dyer obtained all necessary permits, licenses and insurance protections.

EntertainmentMike Cammilleri contracted with a wide range of musical acts that attracted audience members of all ages . . . broadening our festival’s appeal.

FinanceLed by John Benjamin with the assistance of Tom Pisapia and Jack Parino, our entertainers were paid on site and the cash flow process was smooth.

SponsorshipSteve Tortorici and Jim DiUlio secured a record level of sponsorship dollars by levering relationships and new ideas.

UpdatesHonor The PastLater this summer we’ll be making sausage at the clubhouse and of course in the early fall we’ll begin the process of making wine. What better way to honor our fathers and grandfathers than by participating in these activities. Take some time to join us.

Celebrate The PresentSign up for our Golf Outing on August 23 at Sun Prairie Golf Club.

Come to our club picnic on August 30 at McKee Farms Park.

Envision The FutureWe continue to make progress in our effort to establish an Italian Center on the UW – Madison campus. We’re working with faculty from the French & Italian department and officials from the Consul General’s office in Chicago.

President’s Mail BoxSend me an e-mail ([email protected]) or drop a note in the box I’ve provided in our club’s office. If there’s something you like or don’t like about our club, I really want to hear from you. I can’t promise that we’ll address every need, or implement every idea, but I can promise you the courtesy of a response.

Fino alla prossima volta, essere bene e che Dio benedica.

David Rizzo

Oldest/longest serving members receive awards: Dino Novara, Nick Baldarotta, George Schiro, Vito and Peter Cerniglia


IAWC sold a lot of cookies, including the sought-after cucidati made by Linda Belz, Jean Musillami’s famous sesame seed cookies, and Katie LeTourneau’s perfect biscotti. No matter how many cucidati we make, they sell out, usually by Saturday night. Many thanks to Mary Katic for her significant contribution, and deep thanks to Vito Cerniglia for letting us use the refrigerated truck overnight. Charmaine Pelliterri staffs the booth. This winter some of us who don’t know how to make cucidati will practice and learn so we can step up production for next year. Also, thanks to IWC for the nice new sign!

IWC Annual Award Nominations!

Nominations for the annual awards for the Columbian of the Year, Community Service, Outstanding Service and Athlete of the Year are due by Friday, August 28th. See the enclosed forms for details.

Alfonso Ponticelli headlined Sunday's entertainment.

Festa RoyaltyFor the first time, we had not only a Festa Queen, but also two Little Miss Festas! Kaia Troia (5), Annemarie Newman, and Sophia Bettinger (9, named after Sophia Loren) dressed their parts perfectly and looked absolutely lovely. They mingled with the crowd, and people lined up to have their photos taken with these lovelies. Kaia is the granddaughter of Mary Troia, Annemarie is a member of IAWC, and Sophia is the granddaughter of Phyllis Masino and Jan Barbone.

Cucidati, Biscotti, Cookies as Popular as Ever!

Nick Mattioli of Novanta Restaurant demonstrates making fresh mozzarella.

Festa: Fun, Food and Friendship


WISITALIA –Madison ANNOUNCESITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CLASSES AT THE IWCFall 2015

Are you interested in learning to speak the language of the “Bel Canto” and of the Arts, and discover the beauties and artistic traditions of Venice, Florence, Rome and more? Do you appreciate Italian style in fashion, cuisine, and craftsmanship? Are you planning to realize your dreams and finally travel to Italy? Then enroll in ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN. Classes emphasize developing Italian speaking and listening skills and students are encouraged to speak and build their skills with every lesson. In addition to regular classes, the program includes a number of enrichment lectures by guest speakers.

Adult classes are offered at the Beginning, Low Intermediate and Advanced level during week evenings. Classes for children are held on Saturday mornings.

• Adult classes: Beginning Italian*: 5:45 – 7:15 PM –Monday, Sept. 21-Dec.7, 2015 Low intermediate Italian* 7:30- 9:00:-Monday, Sept. 21-Dec.7, 2015 Continuing Italian* 6:00 – 7:30PM–Wednesday, September 23 –Dec 9, 2015 Advanced level: 6:00 – 7:30 PM - Thursday, Sept. 24-Dec. 17, 2015

Cost: $145.00 (senior citizen, over 65, $100.00; IWC members $85.00) *Textbook for Beginning & Continuing levels: Arrivederci 1for English speakers-http://www.edilingua.it/en-gb/Prodotti.

aspx?ElementID=09d58634-d02a-4971-86f7-ce8f1d47abdd** Textbook for Low interm: Ârrivederci 2 for English speakers- http://www.edilingua.it/en-gb/Prodotti.

aspx?ElementID=09d58634-d02a-4971-86f7-ce8f1d47abdd • Children’s class (ages 4 to 9): Saturdays, September 20 –Dec. 20, 2014

Saturdays 9:30-11:00 Cost: $120.00 (scholarships available upon request)

Location: All classes are held at the Italian Workmen’s Club (IWC), 914 Regent (corner of Park St.)For information and registration call Giovanna @ 238-1991; e-mail: [email protected]

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REGISTRATION FORMName(s): ________________________________________________ tel: ____________Mailing Address:___________________________________________ ______________________________ email:______________________

Children Only: Age: _____ School currently attending: _____________________________

Previous exposure to Italian_______________________________________________________

Please check course you in which you wish to enroll:______ Mondays: 5:45- 7:15 p.m. Beginning Italian: basic communication 1______ Mondays: 7:30–9:00 p.m. Low Intermediate Italian: basic communication 3_______Wednesdays: 6:00-7:30 p.m. Continuing Italian: basic communication 2_______Thursdays: 6:00- 7:30 p.m. Advanced Conversation and Reading

Make check payable to WISITALIA-Madison and mail to:

Attn: Giovanna Miceli Jeffries5517 Greening LaneMadison, WI 53705


Sausage Sandwiches, Drinks andpaper products will be provided.

Please bring a dish to pass!

We will eat at 12:30pm

For more info, contact Butch Pullara at 332-6632

Welcome!

Italian Workmen’s Club

914 Regent Street, Madison, WI 53715Phone: (608) 258-1880

GolfITALIAN CLASSIC BENEFIT

WHERE: Sun Prairie Golf Course

WHEN: Sunday, August 23, 2015

TEE TIMES: 12:00 noon – Shotgun Start

ENTRY FEE: $90 per person ($25 of fee is tax deductible)

INCLUDES: Green Fees, Golf Cart, Ital. Sausage Lunch at 11:15, Steak Dinner,Complimentary Drinks, Prizes on Several Holes, Raffle Prize Drawings, and a Contribution to Badger Childhood Cancer Network.(Dinner only - $30 – includes donation to BCCN. Dinner at 5:30)

WHO: IWC Members & Friends, IAWC Members & Friends

SIGN-UP DEADLINE: September 1 (Monday).(Checks only).

MAKE UP YOUR OWN FOURSOME, SEND IN THIS FORMAND YOUR MONEY. IF YOU DON’T HAVE A FOURSOME,WE WILL PUT YOU IN A COMPATIBLE GROUP. IN CASEOF RAIN, DINNER ONLY AT 4:30pm; GOLF FEESRETURNED.

COMPLETE FORM WITH CHECK MADE OUT TOGREENBUSH HERITAGE FOUNDATION , AND MAIL TO: TONY BRUNO, 3746 Robinhood Way, Madison, WI 53718

1. Name _____________________ Phone: ______________

2. Name _____________________ Phone: ______________

3. Name _____________________ Phone: ______________

4. Name _____________________ Phone: ______________

PHONE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!


914 Regent Street, Madison, WI 53715 Phone: (608) 258-1880

Columbian of the Year 2015 Award Nomination Form: Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________________________ State: ______ Zip Code: ____________ Telephone: ____________________ E-mail: ___________________________________________

1. Italian Heritage: _______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

2. Member of the Italian Workmen’s Club: ____________________________________________ 3. Membership in other Italian Organizations: __________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

4. Involvement with the Italian Workmen’s Club: _______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

5. Contributions and benefits to the Madison Italian American Community: __________________

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

6. Non- Italian American Community Involvement: _____________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

Submitted by: _______________________________________________________________________

Date: ______________________________________________________________________________

Complete form and return by Friday, AUGUST 28, 2015 to: Italian Workmen’s Club • 914 Regent Street • Madison 53715



2015 Italian Workmen’s Club Outstanding Service Award Person being nominated: Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ City ________________________ Zip Code ___________ Telephone: _______________________ Involvement with Italian Community: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Involvement with Greater Madison Non-Italian Community: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Your name __________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________________________________________________




Italian Workmen’s Club 2015 Community Service Award Person being nominated: Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ City ________________________ Zip Code ___________ Telephone: _______________________ Involvement with Italian Community: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Involvement with Greater Madison Non-Italian Community: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Your name __________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________________________________________________ Form to be filled out and returned to Italian Workmen’s Club 914 Regent

Street Madison 53715 by FRIDAY AUGUST 28, 2015



2015 Italian Athlete of the Year Award Person being nominated: ____________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________ State: ______________ Zip Code: ___________________ Telephone: _________________________ E-Mail: ______________________________________ Athletic Achievements: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Scholastic Achievements: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Italian Heritage: __________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Submitted by: ________________________________________________ Date: ______________


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