JUNE GENERAL MEETING 1-4

CONVENTION 5

BUON COMPLEANNO 6

SAY IT IN ITALIAN 7

HARVEST GIFT CARD 8

LODGE EVENTS 9

DONATIONS 10

LADIES AT TEA 10

OSIA EVENTS 11

ROSEMARIE MANCUSO 12

REST IN PEACE 13

FROM THE DESK OF PRESIDENT BOB DONATO

Dear Lodge Brothers and Sisters,

Summer is upon us, and so far the weather has been pretty nice, warm

days and cool nights. Our Lodge will be busy with some fun events, Painting

Class Party, a Picnic at Pugliesi Vineyards, and the Liberata Festival.

Please do what you can to support our main fund raiser for the year, the

GIFT GARD RAFFLE. Mail your gift card donation to our Post Office Box #173

Blue Point NY 11715. Phyllis Auer and Madeline Brewster, and a few other

members, have been spending a lot of their time and energy collecting gift

cards, getting local businesses to donate to the Lodge. So please help.

We recently donated $500. each to the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, St.

Judes’ Childrens Hospital and the Independence Fund for Vets. We also

donate to Cooleys Anemia, the Gift of Sight and local organizations

throughout the year as well as our Lodge Scholarship. None of this

is possible without your help and generosity.

I am still working on selling some of the yard sale items, listing them on

Craigs list. So far, I sold the chandelier for $30.

I am attending the meetings for the Heritage Festival Committee as well as

the Columbus Day Parade Committee. This years’ Parade Theme is

“COLUMBUS DAY- THE LEGACY CONTINUES”. Plan to attend the Parade.

See you at the July 10th meeting, stop by for some Ice Cream, spend some

time enjoying the company of your co-members.

Happy 4th of July.

President Bob

LODGE # 2442 AVANTI NEWS LIBERTY EQUALITY FRATERNITY

JULY 2017 VOLUME 4 ISSUE 7 Editor; Angela Donato, con piacere, with pleasure

Lodge2442news@gmail.com P.O. BOX 173 BLUE POINT NY 11715

50-50 Winner, Financial Secretary, Lodge

Brother Larry, (who donated most of it back)

with Lodge Brother Pete Ficarra,

our 50/50 chairman.

Lodge Sisters, Phyllis Auer and

Madeline Brewster won Posters.

THANK YOU DOTTIE CURTO FOR ALWAYS MAKING THE TABLE FESTIVE

LODGE SISTER LUISA GAVE A CULTURE

PRESENTATION ABOUT WEDDING CUSTOMS.

THEN SHE PLAYED THE RECORD BY PAT

COOPER, “ITALIAN FOOTBALL WEDDINGS”,

BRINGING BACK MEMORIES

AND LEAVING US LAUGHING.

SEVERAL OF OUR LODGE MEMBERS

BROUGHT IN BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS OF THEIR

PARENTS & GRANDPARENTS.

THEY TOLD US THE STORIES BEHIND THE

PHOTOS, GIVING US A CHANCE TO LEARN A

LITTLE MORE ABOUT EACH

OTHERS FAMILY HISTORY.

MY PARENTS, WILLIAM & ANGELINA,

I LOOK LIKE MY FATHER, AND HAVE MY

MOTHERS ROUND FACE-ANGELA DONATO

ROSEMARIE MANCUSO

LYNN RUSSO

STEPHANIE STALTER

LUISA POTENZA

CAROLINE LASCALA

MADELINE BREWSTER

GRACE FICARRA

ANNE KOKUR

NYS IPP CAROLINE RERES THANKING HER

TRADITIONAL DRESS COMMITTEE

NEW NYS OSIA PRESIDENT; ROBERT FERRITO,

THANKING EVERYONE FOR THEIR SUPPORT

AND ALL THEIR HARD WORK FOR OSIA

GMM CHAIRLADY; MADELINE MATTEUCCI,

THANKING NYS PRESIDENT FOR

APPOINTING HER AGAIN.

CARLO MATTEUCCI, GIVING HIS BUDGET

REPORTS. CARLO WAS RE-APPOINTED AS

BUDGET CHAIR FOR THE UPCOMING 2 YEARS.

LODGE DELEGATES: PETE & GRACE FICARRA, ANGELA & BOB DONATO

CARLO & MADELINE MATTEUCCI AT THE SATURDAY NIGHT

TRADITIONAL INSTALLATION DINNER

Amedeo Obici was born in Oderzo, Veneto, Italy to Pietro Ludovico Obici and

Luigia Carolina Sartori JULY 15, 1877. His father died when Amedeo was seven

years old, leaving behind his widow, young Amedeo, another son, Frank and two

daughters. Amedeo was unable to speak English. When he sailed across the

Atlantic Ocean in March 1889, his destination was written on a label tied

through a buttonhole on his coat. Upon arrival in Brooklyn, New York, he rode a

train to Scranton Pennsylvania. Enroute to Scranton, he was misdirected, and

got off in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania. The people in the train station took him to

the fruit store owned by Enrico Musante and Enrico's daughter, Louise (whom

he would later marry in 1916), as they too were Italian and could translate and

assist. He worked at the Musante's fruit store, where they had a peanut roaster

and a fan that blew the fragrance of the roasting peanuts out to the street to

lure customers to buy fruit and peanuts. The time Amedeo spent with the

Musantes inspired him to get his own peanut cart. Later he joined forces with

another Italian Immigrant, Mario Peruzzi, who married Amadeo’s sister Lizzie.

Obici and Peruzzi founded PLANTERS PEANUT COMPANY in 1906. Planters

owned four factories by 1930. Obici invented a new method of skinning and

blanching peanuts so the roasted goobers came out clean. In 1913, they built a

new processing plant in the heart of peanut farming territory in Suffolk, Virginia.

The company, now known as Planters, is owned by KRAFT FOODS, It is the

Suffolk area's 11th largest employer.

Obici died in Suffolk in 1947. The generosity of Louise and Amedeo Obici to

their adopted community and his workers left an strong imprint in Suffolk and

the surrounding community.

The MR PEANUT character has become quite famous. A statue of Mr. Peanut is

prominently displayed in downtown Suffolk. Another was a gift to Suffolk's sister

city, Oderzo, Italy.

Enjoy your july birthday

Godetevi il vostro compleanno di luglio

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third

Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious

food that is enjoyed by over 90 percent of the nation's population. In the proclamation, President

Reagan called for all people of the United States to observe these events

with "appropriate ceremonies and activities."

ICE CREAM-gelato

HOT FUDGE SAUCE-Salsa calda del fudge

WHIPPED CREAM-Panna montata

WITH A CHERRY ON TOP -Con una ciliegia in cima

DELICIOUS- Delizioso

How do I get to the beach? Come a raggiungere la spiaggia?

I would like a glass of lemonade please. Vorrei un bicchiere di limonata per favore.

Can you direct me to a store that sells sunhats? Sunglasses?

Può indicarmi un negozio che vende Cappelli? occhiali da sole?

I really enjoyed this vacation. Ho apprezzato molto questa vacanza.

WHAT’S YOUR ICE CREAM TRUCK IQ? Pick your answer:

WHICH OF THESE POPULAR CHAINS STARTED AS AN ICE CREAM TRUCK?

a. Dairy Queen b. Carvel c. Baskin Robbins d. Cold Stone

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SNOW CONE AND AN ITALIAN ICE?

a. Snow cones are flavored after frozen. Italian ice is flavored before.

b. They are the same thing, Italian ice is just a regional term for a snow cone.

c. Snow cones were originally made with real snow, Italian ices were not made from snow.

WHAT IS THE MOST POPULAR POPSICLE FLAVOR IN THE U.S.

a. Grape b. Cherry c. orange d. blue raspberry

PLEASE DONATE GIFT CARDS,

ask your favorite businesses to make a donation.

WHEN YOU STOP FOR A COFFEE, PICK UP A GIFT CARD. FOOD SHOPPING, THE

GROCERY STORES HAVE GIFT CARDS. ASK YOUR FAVORITE PIZZA PARLOR OR

BAGEL STORE FOR A GIFT CERTIFICATE, FREE PIZZA, A DOZEN BAGELS,

THEY ALL ADD UP TO SUCCESS.

RESTAURANT.COM AND GROUPON HAVE DISCOUNT GIFT CERTIFICATES YOU

CAN PURCHASE AND DONATE. DOES YOUR CREDIT CARD GIVE GIFT CARDS

IN EXCHANGE FOR POINTS????

HOW ABOUT A FREE EYE EXAM OR DENTAL EXAM??

If you donated raffle baskets to our past auctions, this year please donate a gift card.

WE WILL SORT AND COMPILE GROUPS OF CARDS FOR

HOPEFULLY 3 HUGE PRIZE PACKAGES.

EACH PRIZE PACKAGE SHOULD HAVE A FEW HUNDRED DOLLARS

IN GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES

All gift cards must be turned into the Board by the July 10TH GENERAL MEETING.

After the prizes are grouped, we will sell chances. More information to follow.

PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ANGELA 589-5517

WE WILL HAVE THE DRAWING

AT THE NOVEMBER GENERAL MEETING.

YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN

JULY 10th NEXT GENERAL MEETING

JOIN US FOR ICE CREAM AT 6:30 p.m. Henrietta Acampora Cottage 39 Montauk Hwy Blue Point

JULY IS National Ice Cream Month We will also have a speaker from

ALMOST HOME ANIMAL RESCUE Please, We are seeking donations for the Animal

Rescue: old towels, throw rugs

NEW TOYS NEW DOG or CAT treats, canned food,

dry food LEASHES - COLLARS, can be used.

PLEASE BRING YOUR GIFT CARDS TO THE JULY 10TH

GENERAL MEETING Please PURCHASE A GIFT CARD TO DONATE – THE

BETTER THE PRIZE PACKAGE- THE MORE CHANCES WE SELL

THIS IS OUR BIG

FUNDRAISER FOR THE

YEAR

ALL GIFT CARDS MUST BE COLLECTED AT THIS MEETING TO BE GROUPED INTO PRIZE

PACKAGES SO WE CAN PRINT UP RAFFLE TICKETS TO SELL.

Thank you, Angela Donato & Jeanne Garcia Committee

More information will follow

BRING OUT YOUR INNER DAVINCI, PERHAPS YOU ARE AN ASPIRING

BOTTICELLI OR MICHAELANGELO….. I promise you will have fun trying…

THE TOWN of BROOKHAVEN is COLLECTING

FOOD FOR THE VETS, YOU CAN BRING IT TO THE JULY MEETING AND

LEAVE IT AT THE REC CENTER.

SEPTEMBER 16-SATURDAY

LIBERATA FESTIVAL MAIN ST PATCHOGUE

THE LODGE WILL HAVE A BOOTH SELLING APRONS, AND TO PURSUE NEW MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS

NEEDED

WE WILL ALSO MARCH IN THE VERY SHORT PARADE-VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

DOTTIE CURTO 289.7470 ROSE MANCUSO 714.4216

34515 Main Road Cutchogue, NY 11935

ON THE NORTH FORK

WHAT’S YOUR ICE CREAM TRUCK IQ? ANSWERS:

WHICH OF THESE POPULAR CHAINS STARTED AS AN ICE CREAM TRUCK?

B. TOM CARVEL started selling ice cream from a truck in 1929, then

opened his first brick & mortar store in Hartsdale NY 1934.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SNOW CONE AND AN ITALIAN ICE?

A. Snow cones are flavored after frozen. Italian ice is flavored

before WHAT IS THE MOST POPULAR POPSICLE FLAVOR IN THE U.S.

B. According to POPSICLE, CHERRY is the most consumed

flavor.

AND APPLE PIE

There is from an article in Readers Digest “As American as Apple Pie?” It talks about the ingredients of an apple pie and where

they originate from.

The British made savory little pies filled with meat called COFFYNS. In America the shells became flakier like German Strudels

and the meat was replaced with fruit.

Apples we use in pie are not native to America, we had crab apples. The Romans crossed them with astringent apples used for

cider. (sidenote: Johnny Appleseed really did sow his seeds across the land.)

In the late 1800’s Russian Immigrants brought a wheat variety which was well suited to our climate.

Lard and butter, from pigs and cattle brought over by CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS on his second journey in 1493.

Sugars and spices, COLUMBUS brought these to the new world too.

Once all the ingredients were here, it wasn’t so easy and it took nearly 500 years for APPLE PIES to catch on in AMERICA.

SGT. BASILONE SONS & DAUGHTERS OF ITALY LODGE # 2442

P.O. BOX # 173 BLUE POINT NY 11715

June 26, 2017

The Sgt. John Basilone Lodge #2442 is pleased to donate $500 00 to

ST. JUDE’S CHILDREN RESEARCH HOSPITAL to be used for your Mission to find cures and save children.

One of our Lodge Members brought your Charity to our attention and we found that it met with our

criteria. Thank you for all you are doing.

Sincerely, Bob Donato, President Lodge # 2442

SGT. BASILONE SONS & DAUGHTERS OF ITALY LODGE # 2442

P.O. BOX # 173 BLUE POINT NY 11715

June 26, 2017

The Sgt. John Basilone Lodge #2442 is pleased to donate $500 00 to

THE INDEPENDENCE FUND to be used for your Mission to empower our severely wounded Veterans to take control of

their lives through mobility.

One of our Lodge Members brought your Charity to our attention and we found

that it met with our criteria. Thank you for all you are doing.

Sincerely,

Bob Donato, President Lodge # 2442

OUR LODGE MADE THESE DONATIONS FROM

OUR CHARITY FUND. WE ALSO GAVE $500. TO

THE MUSEUM AT THE CONVENTION.

Helping a good cause THE FRIENDS OF CONNETQUOT RIVER.

CAROLINE LASCALA GINNY FIELDS

GRACE FICARRA ROSE MANCUSO STEPHANIE STALTER

SATURDAY AUGUST 5th 1- 5 pm

COLUMBUS DAY PARADE COMMITTEE BENEFIT

CLASSIC ROCK N ROLL SHOW $35. Per person, Heroes, Salads, Snacks, Drinks,

RAFFLES - PRIZES To be held at: ROCKY MARCIANO LODGE 3015 Long Beach Road Oceanside Contact Tony Rotoli: 631.928.7489 or Ciro Capano: 631.793.8027

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: RSVP BY AUGUST 1st

LODGE: NAMES: 1. 2. 3. #________ x $35 pp = $_____________ Please seat me with/near_____________________________ _(Maximum table size 10 people) Please send Reservations and Payments to: VAL HUGHES @67 Sycamore Lane, Levittown 11756 516-579-2146 for details.

GARIBALDI MEUCCI MUSEUM

TRAVEL & DREAM VACATIONS

ARE HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE A REMARKABLE VACATION EXPERIENCE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WITH A

MONETARY DONATION FROM DREAM VACATION TO THE MUSEUM.

THEIR MISSION FOR THE GARIBALDI MEUCCI MUSEUM

IS AS FOLLOWS: BASED ON THE VACATION VALUE SELECTED, “DREAM VACATIONS” WILL DONATE FROM $100 - $500

TO THE MUSEUM.

CONTACT, PATTY FERRARI, VACATION SPECIALIST AND PAST PRESIDENT OF

THE CABOT0 LODGE # 2372- LONGTIME MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING WITH OSIA.

800-324-4745 540-736-8075

Email: pferrari@dreamvacations.com

NYSOSIA

AUGUST 28TH

GOLF OUTING

HONORING

CARLO & MADELINE

MATTEUCCI

PLEASE JOIN US FOR

DINNER AT THE

WOODBURY

COUNTRY CLUB

5PM Talk to Carlo at the meeting for details

OYSTER BAY GOLF COURSE

REGISTRATION; 9:30 a.m.

Shotgun start; 11:00 a.m.

Contact Anthony Naccarato:

917-.539.9151

SEPTEMBER 17TH

NYSOSIA

CELEBRATES

THE 25th ANNUAL

HOFSTRA EXPERIENCE

Hofstra University Hempstead

11a.m. Contact

Eleanor: 718.551.3125

November 2nd-5th 2017

Giovanni Caboto Lodge In Conjunction with www.remarkablesailings.com Presents

Washington D.C. Trip Cost per person $510

Spirit of D.C. Dinner Cruise Dinner at Hill Country Barbeque

Tour of White House Tour of Capital Building

Smithsonian Museum Arlington National Cemetery

Welcome Dinner at Hotel Visit the War Memorials

Most meals included

Accommodations at the

beautiful Hyatt Regency

Crystal City, Virginia

Breakfast daily

Deposit of $200 may be made via PayPal or with credit card .

CALL CABOTO LODGE SISTER PATRICIA FERRARI at Remarkable Sailings, (540) 736-8075, for

questions and Insurance information.

November 11th

Garibaldi meucci museum luncheon

Honoring Past NYS President

Carolyn Reres

LiGreci’s Staaten Contact: Fran Cicero

718.902.3276

There will be a bus leaving from

Brumidi Lodge. Contact:

Madeline Matteucci 631.654.2578

OAKDALE; ROSE MANCUSO’S GRANDFATHERS FARM located Locust Ave Oakdale. Her Grandfather, (on her

mothers side) James Salvatore purchased the property from the Bourne Estate after Mr Bourne died. Mr.

Bourne, sponsored James Salvatore into this country. Bourne was President of Singer Sewing Machine

Company. James Salvatore was a herdsman in Petrolo, Italy. At 23, he arrived here with his 16 year old

brother in 1907. Roses Grandma arrived in 1915. James Salvatores Farm was named Indian Neck Farm, after a

room in the Hall at Lasalle Academy. He sold milk in Oakdale, Sayville, Bohemia, West Sayville and

Patchogue. The Farm was seized years later as PUBLIC USE LAND. Now Boces and School are located there.

REST IN PEACE CARLA FENDI FASHION ICON PHILANTHROPIST

Carla Fendi, one of 5 sisters who transformed the family leather goods business into a

luxury fashion house that was one of Italy’s first to win global renown, died June 19th in

Rome after a long illness. She was 79.

Her parents, Edoardo and Adele Fendi, founded the company in 1925. The 5 Fendi sister,

Paola, Anna, Franca, Carla and Alda took control of the company after their fathers’ death

in Rome in 1964.

The Fendi Brand, revolutionized WOMENS HANDBAGS in the 1990’s, making leather softer.

Carla Fendi will be remembered for her support of Italian Culture.

A coloro che mi hanno aiutato con questa newsletter,

To those who helped me with this newsletter,

Thank you

Sister Angela Donato, Editor

RIP

CARLA FENDI

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