VOLUME 48 SEPTEMBER 2016 NUMBER 9. Happy Labor Day to all members and their families! Wishing everyone a happy and safe September and fall!!!

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1 PUBLISHED BY CELLINI LODGE NO ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA CELLINI NEWS VOLUME 48 SEPTEMBER 2016 NUMBER 9 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Cari Fratelli e Sorelle di Cellini, Happy Labor Day to all members and their families! Wishing everyone a happy and safe September and fall!!! I sit here writing this newsletter just coming home from the last day of the feast. I feel somewhat conflicted; I am proud that we have held another successful feast, but this is my last feast as your President. With that comes many mixed emotions, not only for the feast itself but for the two years gone by. The ghosts of all our fallen members are still alive and well during this time of year. As I walk around the feast I can still see Candy making the sauce and Mickey dropping the 23 Zeppoles and I will never forget Marie in the ticket booth and most recently Barbara and her bell at the pull aparts, and so many others that we have lost but will never forget! If for no other reason, let us come together once a year to honor these fantastic people who have touch all of us during our Cellini years. Being President is no easy task, at times decisions are made they may not always be popular but need to be made for the benefit of the Lodge. The goal of any President it to make decisions that benefit the Lodge and I know that within my two years I definitely gave my all to our members and the Lodge. This has been a crazy and emotional ride, but I am so privileged to be the President of Cellini Lodge. Being able to join all our wonderful past leaders that have each left a mark in Cellini s history. For that I thank you. Please remember to mark your calendars for our Feast Thank You on September 16 th. I expect to see everyone there; we all deserve some time to relax, have fun and enjoy our success. I would like to share a poem with you that summarizes what we are all about, it s called BROTHERHOOD. Side by side we work; Brothers and Sisters by choice More than a shake of a hand Damned for the choices we make Wanting to be felt and heard Like the desperados of old Riding together being bold From old and young From large to small From sunrise to sunset Success is what we long to feel Brothers and Sisters in arms protecting each other from harm Brothers and Sisters not by blood But family still and always we show love (Modified by me) As far as the Feast is concerned, I want to give a big THANK YOU to Mark Ventimiglia. As all Chair persons before him, Mark had many obstacles to face and he handled then just and fair. He was always present, took control and led this feast with dignity. To all the various committee Chair-People thank you for all the hard work and dedication, not only this year but during my two years a Feast Chair person and my two years as President. I have always said that the volunteers are what makes our Feast successful, without all of you we could not do what we do. Orgoglio in Eredita Porta Unita Pride in Heritage brings Unity! Sincerely, Alfonso Squillante Alfonso Squillante, President Cellini Lodge # th Anniversary Year 2016

Cellini Lodge no. 2206 ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA 2208 JERICHO TURNPIKE NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040 (516) 747-1680 www.cellinilodge2206.org FIRST MONDAY AND SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH MARCUS J.

Squillante Mark A. Ventimiglia Anthony Calabro Vincent R.

(516) 596-0910 PRINCIPAL TRUSTEE Juliette Milazzo TRUSTEES Jerry Baldassaro Artie Conte Angelo J.

2 Cellini Lodge no ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA 2208 JERICHO TURNPIKE NEW HYDE PARK, NY (516) FIRST MONDAY AND SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH MARCUS J. CHRIST COMMUNITY HALL or CLINTON MARTIN PARK RECREATION CENTER CELLINI NEWS STAFF Editor... Joseph Sciame Feature Editors.... Jean Gagliardo....Carole Lynn Marino Advertising Editors... Vincent R. Illuzzi.....Artie Conte For information regarding advertising in the CELLINI NEWSLETTER, please contact: Joseph Sciame. (718) Fax... (718) COUNCIL OF OFFICERS President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Immediate Past President Orator Recording Secretary Financial Secretary Treasurer Corresponding Secretary Alfonso Squillante Mark A. Ventimiglia Anthony Calabro Vincent R. Illuzzi Maria D Urso Joann Grossman Gina Ferrara Framk Ruggieri Amanda Mulea (516) (917) (516) (917) (516) (718) (516) (718) (516) PRINCIPAL TRUSTEE Juliette Milazzo TRUSTEES Jerry Baldassaro Artie Conte Angelo J. Ferrara Joseph Manzello Carol Lynn Marino Anthony Milazzo Juliette Milazzo Antonio Russo Salvatore Squillante MASTERS OF CEREMONY Jerry Pecora & Anthony D Urso SENTINELS Linda Falco & Ellen Randle Chaplain Grand Deputy Jean Gagliardo Adele Balsamo PAST PRESIDENTS Joseph Graziano* Anthony Persico* Natale C. Tedone* James J. Terlizzi* Joseph Sciame Joseph Lacalamita* Joseph M. Dantone* Joseph Fulgenzi *Deceased National/ State Past Pres. State Trustee State Deputy Good and Welfare Dues Chairman Membership Chairperson Gene Morrone* Anthony Bellucci* lsalvatore LoPinto* lanthony D Urso lvincent M. Quatraro lmichael J. Mele Angelo J. Ferrara Jean DiPaolo* Kenneth J. Miller Joseph Rando Anna Mulea* Grace Ferrara Anthony Milazzo Jean Gagliardo Gina Ferrara Luigi Squiliante Joseph Sciame (718) Luigi Squillante (516) Vincent R. Illuzzi America Lodge Jean Gagliardo Donatello Lodge Grace Ferrara Ann Bambino Lodge Gina Ferrara Giovanni Caboto Lodge Phyllis Capasso (Men) (516) Grace Ferrara (Women) (516) Grace Ferrara (516) LeeAnn Lack (917) Emma Milazzo (516) COMMISSIONERS OF ARBITRATION Denise Alfarone Jean Gagliardo Tom Giacomaro MaryLou Rando Neil Sirignano Revised:

3 Calendar of Events 2016 Feast Thank You Friday, September 16, 2016 Fashion Show Feast Critique POSTPONED Monday, September 26, 2016 Italian Night Saturday, October 1, 2016 Grab Bag Bingo Thursday, October 6, 2016 Sand's Casino Trip New date is Saturday, October 8, 2016 Columbus Day - Huntington Sunday, October 9, 2016 Columbus Day - Manhattan Monday, October 10, 2016 Culture & Heritage Night Thursday, October 13, 2016 Sand's Casino Trip Saturday, October 15, 2016 Halloween Hop New date is Saturday, October 22, 2016 Calendar Night Thanksgiving Social Adult Christmas Party Monday, November 14, 2016 Saturday, November 19, 2016 Saturday, December 10, 2016 Children's Christmas Party Sunday, December 11, 2016 Note: These dates are subject to change so please confirm as event nears. If you will take the time to read these. I promise you'll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis. They're written by the late Andy Rooney (ex-60 Minutes USA), a man who had the gift of saying so much with so few words. Enjoy... I've learned... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person I've learned... That when you're in love, it shows. I've learned... That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day. I've learned... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world. I've learned... That being kind is more important than being right. I've learned... That you should never say no to a gift from a child. I've learned... That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way. I've learned... That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with. I've learned... That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand. I've learned... That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult. I've learned... That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes. I've learned... That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for. I've learned... That money doesn't buy class. I've learned... That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. I've learned... That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved. I've learned... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts. I've learned... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you. I've learned... That love, not time, heals all wounds. I've learned... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am. I've learned... That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile. I've learned... That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them. I've learned... That life is tough, but I'm tougher. I've learned... That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss. I've learned... That when you harbour bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere. I've learned... That I wish I could have told my Mum and Dad that I love them one more time before they passed away. I've learned... That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them. I've learned... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. I've learned... That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you're hooked for life. I've learned... That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it. I've learned... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

4 Date Event Time Location/Phone Sept. 9 Card Nite 7:30 PM Lodge Office Sept. 12 General Meeting 7:30 PM Clinton Martin Park Sept. 16 Feast Thank You 7:30 PM Clinton Martin Park Sept. 17 NHP Street Fair 10:00 AM New Hyde Park Road. Sept. 22 Fashion Show POSTPONED POSTPONED Sept. 23 Card Nite 7:30 PM Lodge Office Sept. 26 Feast Critique 7:30 PM Lodge Office Sept. 29 Officers' Meeting 7:30 PM Lodge Office Oct. 1 Italian Night 6:00 PM Clinton Martin Park Oct. 3 General Meeting 7:30 PM Clinton Martin Park Oct. 6 Bingo Gift Card Night 7:30 PM Marcus Christ Hall Oct. 8 Sands Casino Trip 8:30 AM 3333 New Hyde Park Rd Oct. 9 L.I. Columbus Day Parade 9:00 AM Huntington Oct. 10 Columbus Day Parade TBA Manhattan Oct. 13 Culture and Heritage Night 7:30 PM Marcus Christ Hall Oct. 14 Card Nite 7:30 PM Lodge Office Oct. 22 Halloween Sock Hop 6:00 PM Clinton Martin Park Oct. 24 Investment and Foundation 7:30 PM Clinton Martin Park Oct. 28 Card Nite 7:30 PM Lodge Office Notes: Scholorship Dinner Dance March 21st, 2017 Question Mark???? by Mark Anthony Ventimiglia Information for New Members and for other Members that didn t know. Q.) I hear Grand Lodge, Cellini Lodge etc. What are the differences? A.) There are 3 levels of the Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA): your Local Lodge is Cellini Lodge #2206 (New Hyde Park) with current President Alfonso Squillante; your State Lodge, which is the Grand Lodge of New York with current President Carolyn Reres of Nassau County; and your National Lodge which is the Supreme Lodge, with current President, Daniel J. Longo of Maryland. Q.) What is the Annual Italian Festival? A.) The Annual Italian Festival or Cellini Feast is a place for good food, rides, fireworks etc. It has a twofold purpose as a give back to our community and beyond, plus our biggest fundraiser that supports our lodge and the good deeds we do. All able members are urged to attend (and bring family and friends) our Feast (August 24 to August 28 this year). Mark A. Ventimiglia is this year s Chairperson. Q.) How do I know when there are events? A.) Your monthly newsletter gives you two calendars, one with 2 months of meeting dates and event dates. The second gives the current month through end of year events (sans meetings). NEW AUGUST 1, 2016 INITIATED MEMBERS Lombardo, Gina A th Street Flushing, NY (H) Papagina977@yahoo.com Initiated: Pisani, Louis A. POB 34 Franklin Sq. Franklin Square, NY (H) (W) Initiated:

8 Reservations and payment required by October 1st The event will take place on October 8th, 2016

CELLINI LODGE #2206- New Hyde Park, held its 48 th Annual Scholarship Awards, presenting a total of over $17,000 in scholarships to students who attained the highest of academic achievements.

9 CELLINI LODGE #2206- New Hyde Park, held its 48 th Annual Scholarship Awards, presenting a total of over $17,000 in scholarships to students who attained the highest of academic achievements. Presented were Post High School On-Going Gold and Silver Awards, Grandchild Awards and Graduate Studies Award. Cellini Lodge also gives an annual award to one student from each of ten public schools for excellence in Italian Language Studies. Congratulating the students on their achievements are at back row center Cellini Lodge President Alfonso Squillante, to his right, State President NY OSIA Carolyn Reres, and to his left, Guest Speaker Dott. Berardo Paradiso, President of the Italian American Committee on Education. Also in back row from left are Scholarship Committee members Artie Conte, Michael Mele, Diana Servinskas, Vincent Illuzzi, Grace Ferrara, Jean Gagliardo, Joseph Sciame, Juliette and Anthony Milazzo. Recipients pictured in front row from left are Alena Como, Leanna Marciano, Isabella Marchiselli and second row from left Nicholas Messina, Giuseppe Sposito and Nicholas Illuzzi. Thank You Letters from our Recipients Thank you for the honor of receiving the Edward J. Speno Lodge NYSOSIA #2568 Scholarship in memory of Joseph Grasso and the Carlo and Concetta Quatraro Memorial Scholarship. I was very appreciative to learn that I have the privilege to be the recipient of these New York State Grand Lodge prestigious awards. I plan to attend the College of the Holy Cross this fall and major in Biology and continue my studies in Italian. By awarding me these scholarships you will allow me to concentrate more fully on my education. I am very proud of my Italian heritage and extremely thankful for the generous support of the New York State Grand Lodge, the Cellini Lodge, and the OSIA community. I hope to one day have the opportunity to combine my love of science and Italian to give back to the community and help other students achieve their goals. Thank you again for your generous support. Sincerely, Caroline Arrigliano How are you? I hope all is well! I am writing you to thank you for the wonder award I was given. I am so happy to have received this award. My family and I were so happy to have received your call regarding the award. For a moment I had no words because I could not believe that this prestigious award we being given to me. Last summer I traveled to Italy with my family, the views are indescribable. I can wait to visit Ischia and Florence. In addition, I was president of the Italian club at my school for the past two years and we raised money for my Italian teacher who passed away. But I am so glad that all my hard work and efforts have paid off. This award from your organization serves as an inspiration for the students to work hard and take Italian AP classes as well as to understand our culture more. If there is anything I can do for you, I am always here to help. Feel free to call us or send us an and we ll try to help in every way possible. Take care and best wishes, Giselle Rosario Herricks H.S. I would like to thank you and the Cellini Charitable Foundation once again for the generous scholarships you awarded me. I am honored to be this year s recipient of the Cellini Lodge s Gold and Sciame scholarship awards. The scholarship night was a great night for me and my family and I enjoyed getting the chance to give a speech. These scholarships will be a great help to me as I pursue my college education. I hope I will be able to be active in the Cellini Lodge and the Sons of Italy in the future. Mille Grazie. Sincerely, Nicholas Illuzzi Thank you for awarding me the Italian Language Award Scholarship and beautiful certificate. I am honored to receive such a generous scholarship and hope to continue my studies of Italian in college. Thank you again! Sincerely, Olivia Giarraputo Thank you for taking the time to congratulate me, and for your kind words. Being awarded the New York State Grand Lodge Scholarship is truly an honor, and I am humbled to be this years recipient. In May I start my doctorate of Physical Therapy at NYIT, I will be sure to keep in touch. Thank you! Sincerely, Giuseppe Sposito

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PUBLISHED BY CELLINI LODGE NO. 2206 ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA CELLINI NEWS VOLUME 47 MARCH 2015 NUMBER 3 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Caro Fratelli e Sorelle di Cellini, First let me say what an honor it is