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NOVEMBER2024 | ITALIANAMERICANHERALD.COM 31 ITALIAN-AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL PROFILES
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Let the leaves of autumn leaves fall, and step inside for crafts, wine tastings and a pair of cultural galas
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A first-generation Italian American born and raised in Westchester, N.Y., Anthony Rodia has been making people laugh since day one. He brings his Totally Relatable Tour to Borgata’s Music Box for two nights of stand-up comedy. (Nov. 1-2, Borgata,
1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, N.J., borgata. mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-music- box/anthony-rodia.html)
The Filitalia International & Foundation’s 37th Annual Gala: A Night of Elegance, Philanthropy & Italian Culture honors Judge Basil Russo with the Citizenship Award, Riccardo Gottardi with the Education Award, Dr. Nicholas DiNibule with the Humanitarian Award, and Consul General Cristiana Mele with the Leadership Award. (Nov. 3, Overbrook Country Club, 815 Godfrey Road, Villanova, Pa., Call to reserve tickets at 215-334-8882 or email help@filitaliainternational.com.)
The Rocky Run, which begins on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, has several race categories for runners at every level. There are awards for 5K, 10 miles, or the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge/Half Marathon plus Best Costume, Best Team Costume,
and Largest Team. (Nov. 9, Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, Pa., rockyrun.com)
The Italian Cultural Foundation of South Jersey presents the 35th annual Spirit of Achievement Gala Ball which recognizes and honors hometown heroes. 2024 honorees are Sen. Michael L. Testa Jr. and Christina Genovese Renna. (Nov. 9, Eastlyn Golf Course & The Greenview Inn, 4049 Italia Ave., Vineland, N.J., icfsnj.com/2024icfspiritofachievementgalaball)
Ensemble Arts presents The Pasta Queen LIVE! Known for humor and dramatic story- telling in the kitchen, join Nadia Caterina Munno aka The Pasta Queen for an evening filled with drama and all things all’Italiana celebrating her newest cookbook The Art of Italian Cooking. All tickets include a copy of “The Art of Italian Cooking.” (Nov. 13, Perelman Theater, 300 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, Pa., ensembleartsphilly.org/ tickets-and-events)
The 48th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show returns November 15 to Nov. 17, with a preview gala on Nov. 14. The show features unique, one- of-a-kind works by artists from across the United States. The 2024 show will welcome a total of 195 talented artists representing 13 diverse categories of art and design plus 24 guest artists from Italy. (Nov. 14-17, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall F, 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa., pmacraftshow.org)
France and Italy are going toe-to-toe at
Italy vs. France: The Wine Tasting Class.
Four rounds of wine-on-wine action will determine who will claim the coveted title of “The Greatest Wine of All Time.” (Thursday, Nov. 14, Wine School of Philadelphia, 109 S. 22nd St., vinology.com)
Philly Wine Fest: Fall Edition, an elevated wine-tasting experience that aims to stimulate all of your senses, provides an amazing wine sampling experience where you can sample dozens of different wines from renowned local, regional, and national wineries. Enjoy great food and live musical performances too. (Nov. 16, Live! Event Center, Live! Casino and Hotel, 900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, Pa., phillywinefest.com)
All aboard DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express! Fun for all ages, experience a train ride through millions of Christmas lights, meet Santa and his elves in his workshop, chat with Mrs. Claus, and so much more! (Nov. 6, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, DiDonato Family Fun Center, 1151 S. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, N.J., didonatofuncenter.com/ magical-express)
At Noël at Nemours Estate, you’ll be able to tour the festive displays in the 77-room mansion, chauffeur’s garage, and gardens and enjoy live music performances throughout the season. (Nov. 19-Dec. 29, Nemours Estate, 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, Del., nemoursestate.org/events.html)
At just 25 years old, singer/songwriter Matteo Bocelli has already performed on some of the world’s biggest stages and tasted musical stardom – sharing his sensitive songs and dynamic vocal performances with listeners around the globe. As the son and sometimes collaborator of renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli, he’s been instilled with a lifelong musical education and an endlessly curious nature, which are on full display on his debut solo album “Matteo,” a bold step into his own spotlight. (Nov. 30, Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J., casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event- calendar/matteo-bocelli)
Looking ahead to December ... Penn Cinema & Media Studies and N.I.C.E. – New Italian Cinema Events, in collaboration with PI-Philly and the Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia, present the 24th edition of New Italian Cinema Events. The three- day festival has been curated by Nicola M Gentili (Penn Cinema & Media Studies) with N.I.C.E. directors Viviana Del Bianco, Mila Tenaglia, and Matilde Castagnoli, and aims at showing new and original Italian feature films in Philadelphia. The festival is free and open to all. (Dec. 6-8, Rainey Auditorium
at the Penn Museum, 3260 South St., Philadelphia, Pa., cinemastudies.sas.upenn. edu/events/2024/12/06/new-italian-cinema- 2024-edition)