Notiziario

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

It’s a new year, there’s a new Dante Alighieri Society website, and the newly elected and re-elected officers will be sworn in on January 13. Plans are already in place, or at least taking shape, to provide cultural information and education (monthly meetings, language classes, college scholarships), entertainment (concerts and performances), the opportunity to socialize (picnics and parties), and just plain fun for our members (and non-members for many events). Information on all activities is available via the Notiziario, our monthly newsletter, our website, dantealighieriofdenver.com and the Andiamo, Denver’s monthly Italian newspaper. And, of course, I’m always available for questions. Check it out, stay in touch and finally, Felice Anno Nuovo!

John Giardino, President

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HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

After two years, members of the Society will again gather for a Christmas party to be held on Saturday, December 3 at 12:30 p.m. at the North Park East Association Clubhouse, 9996 Grove Street, Westminster. As in the past, the Society will provide wine, coffee, and sodas along with cups, plates and plasticware. Members whose last name begins with A through M are asked to bring heavy hors d'oeuvres, and members with last names beginning with N through Z are asked to bring a dessert. For additional information and RSVP, please contact Rhonda Hopkins at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 720-596-4169. We are asking that you bring a white elephant gift for the member exchange; no need to go shopping, just look around your house for something you wondered why you bought in the first place. We hope you will all join us to usher in the holiday season.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

On Friday November 11, the Dante Alighieri Society of Denver held its required annual meeting. In addition to reports to be given, officers needed to be elected for the next two-year term. Following the reports, elections were held. Congratulations to Veronica Goodrich, our new Vice-president, Ida Casagranda, our returning Secretary and Nick D’Adamio, our new Treasurer. I was re-elected to serve a third term as President. I want to personally thank Susan Giamarvo (Gurule) and Carol Marsala for their years of hard work, dedication, and contributions to the Dante Alighieri Society of Denver. Finally, The Dante Alighieri Society of Denver has a new and improved website. Please see the article below for more information on all the features and benefits. Grazie, John Giardino, President

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OFFICIAL NOTICE. According to the Bylaws of the Dante Alighieri Society of Denver, the elections of new officers for the 2023-2024 term will be held at the general meeting of Friday, November 11, 2022. The nominating committee announced that the following Board members will run again: President John Giardino, Vice President Susan Gurule, and Secretary Idamae Casagranda. Carol Marsala will not continue as Treasurer but the committee has recommended Nick D’Adamio for that position.

PLEASE NOTE: Nominations for all four elected positions may be made from the floor the night of the election. All other Board positions are appointed by the elected President.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:

Grazie mille to Susan Gurule and her committee for making the 2022 Italian Heritage Month a successful celebration of the Italian culture. New and innovative events beginning with the Celebrazione Italiana, drew sometimes record numbers of Italophiles. Piazza Italiana, dinner at Colore, Tombola, Film Italiano, Concerto dall’Italia with Giulia Olivieri, three cooking classes and a panel discussion on dual citizenship were a feast for the eyes, ears, and taste buds of Denver’s Italians and wanna-be Italians alike. Election of officers, November’s soup exchange and December’s annual Christmas party round out the year with plans already in place for 2023’s programs. The Dante Alighieri Society of Denver remains strong and active and with your support and input, it will continue to provide wonderful cultural fare for the Italian community. Grazie! John Giardino

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:

With Governor Jared Polis again formally proclaiming October as Italian Heritage Month, the Dante Alighieri Society of Denver is proud to announce its Fourth Annual Italian Heritage Month celebration, an event worthy of participation by Italians and non-Italians alike. You will find the full schedule of events in this issue of the Notiziario as well as on our website and in the October issue of Andiamo! Mark your calendars now so you can attend as many events as possible. Most events are free but don’t forget to RSVP for those special events which require reservations. Whether it’s the Italian language, food, history, culture, or music, we have it all for your entertainment and educational desires. A special thanks must go out to Susan Gurule who first imagined such a celebration four years ago, and to her committee which had to plan, change, adapt, and rethink the logistics of this celebration in order to make it happen. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to indulge yourself in all things Italian! You’ll be glad you did. Buon divertimento! John Giardino

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