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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
UPcoming events
COMING SOON ……
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
Sunday Feb. 1st
Superbowl
Friday, Feb. 6th
Carnevale
Friday, Feb. 13th
Wild Game Party
Friday, Feb. 20th
Fish Fry Begins
Tuesday, Feb. 24th
Euchre Card Game
Saturday, March 21st
Annual Regional
Extravaganza
featuring Tuscany
Friday, April 24th
Wild Dame Dinner-“Girls just Wanna have Fun”
Dear Fellow Members,
Happy New Year to all. With the holidays behind us, it’s back
to work here at the IACL. Committees are busy meeting and
planning for 2015. Plans for the 2015 Regional Dinner are
underway and tickets are selling fast. We are planning on
another full house for the Annual Wild Game Dinner and be
sure to check the calendar for other upcoming events. With
the New Year, we are also looking at new volunteers to
serve at the committee level. If interested, please contact
Lucia in the Club office or myself via email. Please encourage everyone you know
to book their upcoming events at the IABC. The best advertising we can ask for is
that of personal referrals.
As I stated at the General Membership Meeting last month, we are making a
conscious effort to unite the Club members with our Charitable Foundation. It is a
most worthy cause which helps and promotes our great culture while also providing scholarship opportunities to young Italian Americans. All of this is done through
the hard work of the Foundation as well as your tax deductible contributions. So
please join us in our efforts to rejuvenate the IACL Charitable Foundation this year.
I am pleased to report that in 2014 we had over 30 new members join our Club. I
still think we can do better. Our Board of Directors is reminded at each meeting of
my challenge to them in recruiting new Club members. I now challenge members.
We have a first tier goal of reaching 1,000 members. So please, each of you try to
help by recruiting just ONE (1) new member in 2015. We can accomplish so much
together.
Until next time, stay safe and stay warm.
Sincerely,
Jerry Ruggirello
IACL President
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Italian American Club of Livonia
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
CHARITABLE FOuNDATION
Happy New Year. I hope that everyone had wonderful
Holidays.
As the newly appointed President of the Charitable
Foundation, I would like to take this opportunity to
acknowledge our past president, Anna Giammarco, for
the time, energy, commitment and leadership she has
contributed to the organization for the past eight years.
Grazie!
Welcome to our new member:
Anthony Di Paolo
sponsored by
As always, the Foundation Board has the fiduciary responsibility to administer the assets of the Foundation and will
continue to develop cultural and educational projects for
the benefit of the members of the Club and the American
Italian Community.
Nino Ruggirello
COMING SOON MEMBERSHIP DRIVE!
Membership Chairperson
Maryann Rea
Telephone 248 478-0663
to all members,
We invite all of you to share your club with
families, friends and neighbors so our membership can grow. together we can make
this the year we reach 1,000 families!
IACL NEWSLETTER IS IN COLOR ON-LINE
During the January General Meeting, the Scholarship
Committee awarded ten high school students of Italian
descent scholarships for distinguishing themselves
academically. The names of the recipients are: Andrea
Dalimonte, Adam Zaretti, Catrina Whitton, BreAnn
Urbani, Jacob Zelinski, David Matassa, Alyssa Fabrizio,
Jaclyn VanGilder, Camilla Cascardo and Dominic Polsirelli.
CHECK IT OuT!!!! www.iacl.us
To ensure prompt delivery of your IACL Newsletter
the deadline for any news/committee news,
information or advertising to be printed in IACL
Newsletter, is the 14th of every month. Any questions
or concerns please e-mail at: lucia@iacl.us or contact
IACL Clubhouse Office 734-953-1137 #2 to speak with
Lucia.
Since the time the Scholarship Program has been initiated,
the Foundation has awarded more than $75,000 in scholarships and will continue to do so. Every dollar you spend
buying 50/50 tickets and attending programs sponsored
by the Foundation you make a contribution to this program for the members of your family, children, grandchildren who could become our leaders of tomorrow.
Maria Harris, President
IACL Charitable Foundation
WE VALuE yOuR INPuT. PLEASE JOT DOWN yOuR
SuGGESTIONS, IDEAS AS TO WHAT yOuR INPuT IS
ON OuR VARIOuS PROGRAMS ETC. DROP
IN SuGGESTION BOX OuTSIDE CLuB OFFICE.
IN PARTICuLAR WE NEED yOuR INPuT ON
WHAT yOu WANT AVAILABLE AT THE
CLuB BAR, BOTH IN BEVERAGE & FOOD
SERVICE.
The IACL Charitable Foundation will continue the sponsorship to
Italian Film Festival - uSA for 2015. The Detroit chapter will host the
festival throughout the month of April, opening on Wednesday, April
1 at the beautiful Detroit Film Theatre of the Detroit Institute of Arts
(DIA). The festival will then continue each weekend thereafter at
Wayne State University in Detroit (Apr. 3-4), Henry Ford College in
Dearborn (Apr.10-11), University of Michigan in Ann Arbor (Apr. 1718) and Oakland University in Rochester (Apr. 24-25). The festival will
conclude on Sunday, April 26 again at the DIA . Additional information on the festival, like titles of the movies, can be found on the website (www.italianfilmfests.org).
thank You!
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
IACL Members Jerry and Kathy Jones are very excited and
blessed to announce the marriage engagements of sons.
We are so very proud of the growth of our family and the
love of ours sons’ hearts.
It was a night to remember, as family
and friends were invited to a Holiday
Night at Greenfield Village, Wayne
Anthony Kinney lowered to one knee
and asked Kellie Lynn Adamczak “to
be his wife forever” and she said
“Yes!”. Besides the chilled evening air
that night our hearts were warmed
by the love and embraces. Wayne A. Kinney of Livonia,
owner of Rock Out Entertainment, met Kellie Adamczak,
daughter of Harry and Alice Adamczak of Canton, hair
stylist at Charisma Salon Livonia while on Entertainment
Production at a mutual friends’ wedding. Since then, they
have continued to enjoy each others’ company.
Patrick and Phyllis Casey celebrated their 65th wedding
anniversary with their family (all 9 of their children were
able to attend) making a total of 91 guests from all over the
United States. This is a photo of their immediate family.
memBeRs on tHe move
Our own Gene Blanchard may be elderly but keeps busy.
A WWII Veteran,Gene is working with Yankee Air Museum
along with two fellow veterans to restore the two-seater
TG-3 used in training glider pilots during that era. Their
goal is to have the glider restored to its WWII specs in time
for the 2017 opening of the National Museum of Aviation
and Technology at Historic Willow Run. Way to go Gene.
Planning their wedding is the next step to begin a bright
future together. Kellie and Wayne plan to have children
very soon and looking forward to make the most of life
and love. A 2015 wedding planned
At beachside, breathing California air, feeling the warmth
of the sun, sounds of romantic music, there stood Jerad
Patrick Kinney awaiting the arrival of the love of his life
Kelly Marie Zagata, surprised Kelly and asked for her
heart and hand in marriage, still in shock, she did say
“Yes!”
GOLF LEAGuE CELEBRATES!
IACL Golf League members celebrated Christmas on
December 6th at their annual party. They dined on sausage
and peppers, ravioli and Mama Rita’s fabulous torte.
Don DiComo and his sister, Gerry Besh, brought in a
karaoke machine to add to the caroling which traditionally
follows dinner. The machine remains a work in progress;
however the singing – great job sibs and golfers! A jolly good
time was had by all.
Members look forward to Spring and resuming play of a
sport they love. If you would like to join us Thursday afternoons at Fox Creek Golf Course in Livonia and/or get more
information about the League, please call Ann Tavolacci at
734-591-0042 or Don DiComo at 248-207-1095.
Jerad Kinney, Mortgage Broker at
Gold Star Financial Group, met Kelly
of Livonia, daughter of Len and
Anita Zagata, through mutual
friends. Kelly is part owner with
family of Zagata Agency, Farmers
Insurance of Livonia. Kelly was in
California at a work conference,
when Jerad decided it was the perfect opportunity to travel to
California and plot the perfect proposal, at the perfect
setting of The Wedge on Newport Beach. A 2015 wedding is planned.
EuCHRE TOuRNAMENT
At the request of some members, dates have been
established to hold a Euchre Tournament once a month
at the Club. The dates are:
PRESENTING Vivianna Antonietta Filangi
Tuesday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Members Davy and Antonella Filangi announce the
birth of their daughter, Vivianna Antonietta, in
October of 2014. Vivianna was welcomed with love by
family and friends including grandparents the late
Anna Almerico Filangi and Vincenzo/Maria
Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Please contact Mario Stante @ gmail.com or Lucia Romano
at 734-953-1137 to reserve a spot or for more information
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
LINE DANCING CLASSES
IACL’s New Club Coordinator....
LuCIA ROMANO
Line Dancing Classes began Friday, January 30th at the
Italian Club with MARCELLA CORONA teaching. Next sessions will be held:
FRIDAy, APRIL 17th
FRIDAy, MAy 15th
From: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Classes are for beginners to advanced. Cost is $5.00 per
session, pay as you go. You do not need to call ahead. Just
show up. Fall classes may be offered.
After three months as Club
Coordinator of the IACL, Lucia
Romano feels she has made significant progress at a job more varied
and challenging than she ever imagined. But being detail-oriented and
appreciative of her Italian heritage,
she is determined to succeed.
ATTENTION: IACL WOMEN
Lucia grew up in Dearborn Heights,
the daughter of Vincenzo and Maria DiDomenico and
sister of Nino DiDomenico and Antonella Filangi. Her love
of the Italian culture came through her grandmother,
Lucia, who lived with the family and after whom she was
named. The Lucias shared a bedroom and in order to
communicate with her grandmother, Lucia had to learn
Italian (which she can also read and write). The
DiDomenico family was one that made their own wine
and sausage and jarred tomatoes from their grandmother’s garden.
If you like to play cards (poker, pinochle, etc.) or a board
game, join your Italian American Club ladies (non-members welcome) on the second Tuesday of each month
from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm in the lower level. We have a
lot of fun and we all bring a light snack to share. With the
exception of coffee and tea, beverages are not provided.
You must bring your own. Please contact Bea King 734420-4481 or Shirley Broccardo 734-464-7909 for more
information.
TO ALL MEMBERS WITH OuTSTANDING
PASTA NIGHT GIFT CERTIFICATES:
After graduation from Crestwood High, Lucia worked as a
hair stylist until her marriage to Gian Romano. She then
became the stay-at-home Mom of daughters Catarina and
Sofia.
Those with any outstanding Pasta Night Gift Certificates
not yet redeemed, would you please bring them into the
Club office. New 2015 Gift Certificates will be issued
to you. We ask that you bring them in no later than
March 3lst, 2015.
The years passed and Lucia found herself at the IACL
Banquet Center arranging a high school graduation party
for Catarina, then Sofia. She became friendly with the
staff in the process joking with them about her upcoming
status as an “empty nester” and the possible need of a
job to fill up her time. The staff remembered and when
an opening in the Club office came up, Lucia was called,
interviewed and hired.
IACL PASTA BuFFET
served every thursday night
Must make reservations by noon Wednesday.
Please contact:
IACL Clubhouse Office 734-953-1137 #1.
PASTA NIGHT – RESERVATIONS MANDATORy
OPEN SEATING
On the personal side, Lucia loves bowling and movies and
has been a volunteer raising funds for St. Mary Hospital
through their annual gala. She has done this for seven
years.
Check-in begins at 5 p.m. Dinner is served 6:00-7:30
Members: $10.00 • Non Members: $15.00
Children (5-12 age): $5.00
To reserve table of 8 or 10, check or credit card must be given prior.
So, after 25 years of marriage and a lifetime of immersion
in the Italian culture, Lucia Romano is happy to be an
integral part of an organization centered on the family
and her heritage. A “people person”, she loves planning
events (down to the smallest detail) and feels that with
the patience and support of Club members her new job “is
a match”.
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
CULTURAL COMMITTEE NEWS
Italian American Club of Livonia
December has come and gone and we are well into the
New Year 2015.
La Befana was held on January 9th to the delight of all
the children who attended. Some members complained about it being held on Friday night rather than
as part of Thursday night Pasta. It is hard to please
everyone but rest assured we are trying. Carnevale will
also be held on a Friday night, February 6th Make your
reservations early. Mike Wolverton and his band will
be playing so it should turn out to be a wonderful night
for our children and grown ups alike.
We need new members on our Committee. Come join
us and bring your ideas and talent with you. We meet
the last Thursday of each month at 7:30 p. m. Come
join us on 2-26-15. Hope to see you there.
The December events our annual Christmas Lunch,
Christmas Regional and Sing-a-Long were all well
attended and Santa’s appearance was surely and extra
that excited all who attended.
Keep in mind that Lenten Fish Dinners begin on Friday,
February 20th Hope to see a number of you fish lovers
there each week through Good Friday, April 3rd.
Sing-a-Long
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
CULTURAL COMMITTEE NEWS
La Befana
January 9th, 2015
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
GOOD & WELFARE NEWS
Prayers of heartfelt sympathy and peace to
IACL Member and families for their loss.
May their light always shine in our hearts
This Committee represents communication of the well-being
of our members to the general membership
Members in need of prayers of strength, healing, heartfelt
sympathy and any special announcements will be posted in
the newsletter. To honor the loss of IACL member it is customary to display the Italian American Club of Livonia flag during visitation. Sympathy intentions, healing prayer intentions,
family announcements, member news and pictures that you
would like shared in the Good and Welfare section, please
contact Kathy Iadipaolo-Jones at kjones0322@hotmail.com
or 734-462-9438.
IACL Member Rocco L. Grimaldi
b. March 23, 1945 - d. January 13, 2015
PLEASE JOIN uS
TO PRAy THE ROSARy
IACL Member Palmira Grimaldi family and dear friends for the
loss of beloved husband Rocco. Born in Rocca D’Orcia, Italy to
Pasquale & Virginia Grimaldi on March 23, 1945. On August 2,
The Italian Rosary is Every Wednesday 1964 married his beloved wife Palmira. In 1965 they took
at 7:30 p.m.
everything they owned and moved to the United States to
WE INVITE ALL TO ATTEND THIS WONDERFUL DEVOTION! start their new lives together. God blessed them with two loving children: Joanne (Benny) Troiani and Tony (Brenda)
Un sincero ringraziamento alle signore Anna Bonacchi, Clara DeLuca
Grimaldi. Proud grandfather of Sergio Troiani, Stefano Troiani,
and Maria DeFlaviis per il lavoro che hanno fatto nel rifare i libri
delle canzoni e preghiere che usiamo durante il rosario. Di nuovo Gabriela Grimaldi, Anthony Grimaldi and Nick Grimaldi. Dear
brother of Adele Pantanella and Bernardina Serra. Preceded in
grazie mille per il lavoro ben fatto. From Maria Vespa
death by brother Antonio Grimaldi. Also survived by many
brothers in laws, sisters in laws, nieces and nephews.
Prayers of strength and healing
during time of illness
are extended to members and families
Jim Hoomaian
Teresa Nascimbeni
Nancy Abramson
Reverend Father Alex J. Brunett
Almerinda DeLuca
Ann Vassallo Nelson (Vassallo family)
Jeannette Dechape (Rimanelli family)
Vernon Stubbe (Potestio family)
Americo Bianchi
Carol Zago
Amelia Robertson
Lawrence Oberti
Vernon Stubbe (Potestio family)
Gail Iafrate
Ed DeGeeter
Andrea Pacitto
Liz DeSimone
IACL Member Annette Kovalcheck
b.July 18, 1955 – d. January 20, 2015
IACL Member Michael Kovalchek , family and dear friends for the
loss of beloved wife Annette (Toni). Annette (Toni) Victoria
Kovalcheck age 59 of Livonia, passed away at Angela Hospice
Care Center in Livonia with her family surrounding her. Born in
Detroit to the late Chester & Henrietta Dombrowski. Survived by
her loving husband of 39 years Michael. Loving mother of
Michael Kovalcheck and Erin (Alexander) Lucas. Proud gramma
of Izzy & Xavier. Dear sister of Robert (Linda) Dombrowski, Nancy
(David) Robertson, Ronald (Kathy) Dombrowski and Michael
Dombrowski. Dearest daughter in law of Rose Kovalcheck.
Loving sister in law of Donald (Mhing) Masi, Stephanie (Rick)
Serrico and Mark (Rene) Kovalcheck. Numerous nieces and
nephews and friends also survive.
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
GOOD & WELFARE NEWS
LOVING HEARTS AND HANDS
KNIT AND CROCHET GROuP NEWS
IACL Member Joseph Andreassi
b. March 20, 1929 – d. January 20, 2015
IACL Member Ada Andreassi, family and dear friends for the
loss of beloved husband Joe. Loving Father of Mary (Mike)
Bawol and Ann (Wayne) Combs. Dearest Grandfather of
Michael, Andrew and Matthew.
IACL Members Joe and Anna Bonacchi and family
for the loss of son in law
Patrick Hespen,
beloved husband to daughter Gina and
brother in law to Stephanie.
We just finished a very exciting time of year for our Knit
and Crochet Group. Twenty ladies gathered on a lovely
winter’s day to celebrate the Christmas season with a
delicious luncheon.
IACL Members Hurley and Fran Fields for the loss of
beloved brother Doug Fields.
We had filled over twenty large, colorful holiday bags
with our knitted and crocheted items. These bags were
then delivered to area nursing homes: St. Mary Mercy
Cancer Center, U. of M. Mott Children’s Hospital and Villa
Maris Senior Home, among others. Our items helped to
brighten the holidays for their residents.
IACL Members Vince and Teresa Peruchietti for the loss of
beloved brother Joe Andreassi
//
o Dio ascolta la nostra preghiera per l'animi che hai
chiamato a te, concedi il riposo eterno nella beata pace
della tua dimora, in compagnia dei tuoi angeli e santi,
Amen.
This past year we also made prayer blankets for some of
our ailing club members. We donated items for the 2015
Saint Louis Center Extravaganza raffle. We’ve been busy!
Group members have been generous with their time,
donations and supplies. They have also supported each
other with their knowledge and friendship. Thanks to all
who helped us this year. We couldn’t have done it without you.
O God hear our prayer for the souls that you have called to
thee grant eternal rest in the blessed peace of your
dwelling and in the company of thy angels and saints
Amen.
Connie Vassallo (734) 464-2521
During the upcoming year, we will be putting together a
memory photo display to present at 2015 Memorial Mass,
we are asking families and friends to submit a photo of your
loved one by email kjones0322@hotmail or by mail to:
IACL/Good and Welfare
39200 Five Mile Road
Livonia, Michigan 48154
Please feel free to contact me regarding any questions
Kathy Jones – 734-377-5246. Any photo mailed please
enclose return address information.
Teresa Peruchietti (313) 274-0117
Carmela Sgroi (734) 464-2918
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
KIDZ KORNER
Note that at each Pasta Dinner the Band of the week
will play a special set for you. Don’t be afraid to ask the
band for your favorite fun dance or line dance.
REALLy WOuLD APPRECIATE A KIDZ’ MOTHER TO VOLuNTEER
TO WRITE THIS COLuMN MONTHLy. PLEASE CALL MARy
GALASSO @ (248) 957-6693 FOR FuRTHER INFORMATION.
JuST A LITTLE OF yOuR TIME AND TALENT TO KEEP THIS PAGE
GOING. ENCOuRAGE yOuR CHILDREN TO GET INVOLVED AS
WELL (Pictures, Stories, Drawings, Jokes)
PINTO BEAN AND CHEESE TACOS
SIMPLE BUT GREAT!
1 15 Ounce Can Pinto Beans, rinsed
¾ Cup mild salsa
1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
8 Taco Shells
1 Heart of Romaine
Directions:
1. In a small microwave proof bowl, combine the beans
& ½ Cup of the Salsa. Microwave on high until hot
2. Tear the lettuce into bite size pieces
3. Divide the taco shells among 4 plates. Divide the bean mixture
among the taco shells and top with Lettuce, Cheddar and
remaining ¼ Cup of Salsa
WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWS FROM yOu!
e-mail to lucia@iacl.us
YOUR
NAME________________________________________
WORD MATCH
SCuOLA
LIBRO
RAGAZZO
MAESTRO
RAGAZZA
SCRIVERE
BOy
TEACHER
TO WRITE
SCHOOL
BOOK
GIRL
ADDRESS
_____________________________________________
BIRTHDATE________________________ AGE _______
PHONE_______________________________________
CELL
PHONE_______________________________________
E-MAIL
ADDRESS______________________________________
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
TEEN TYMES
TEEN TYMES
WE HAVE HAD SOME VOLuNTEERS WORKING WITH OuR SMALL CHILDREN IN OuR PLAyROOM ON
THuRSDAy NIGHT PASTA NIGHTS. THANK yOu. HOW ABOuT A COuPLE DIFFERENT TEENS TO HELP
uS OuT. IF yOu ARE PLANNING ON A TEACHING CAREER IN FuTuRE THIS MIGHT GIVE yOu SOME
INSIGHT TO THAT PROFESSION AND BESIDES yOu WILL BE CREDITED FOR yOuR COMMuNITy
INVOLVEMENT. I AWAIT yOuR CALL. Mary Galasso @ (248) 957-6693 or mgalasso@mi.rr.com
HOW ABOUT STARTING A BOCCE LEAGUE?
WE CAN POST A SIGN uP SHEET FOR yOu & yOuR FRIENDS. LET ME KNOW IF yOu
ARE INTERESTED. Contact: Mary Galasso...See information above.
We are looking for a few teenagers to spend some
time with our small children in our playroom working
with them by reading to them, coloring projects,
chalkboard time, games etc during our Thursday
Pasta Dinners from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. If any of you
are willing to spend an hour with them it could serve
as your community time for school and probably
be fun besides. Call Lucia and let her know you are
interested, maybe even bring a friend along to help
out as well.
Answers: 1. Don’t worry. I’ve got you covered.
2. A garbage truck.
JOKES
#1 What did the blanket say to the bed?
#2 What has four wheels and flies?
#3 Why couldn’t the Pirate play cards?
#4 What goes through towns, up and over hills, but doesn’t
move?
#5 What three candies can you find in every school?
#6 Did you hear the joke about the roof?
3. Because he was sitting on the deck.
4. The road.
5. Nerds, DumDums and Smarties.
6. Never mind it’s over your head
WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWS FROM yOu!
YOUR NAME ___________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________________
PHONE__________________________________CELL PHONE____________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
YOUNG ADULTS
NOTICE FOR
YOUNG ADULTS...18-26 Years Old
A volunteer young Adult is needed
to spearhead establishing this
valuable link to your Italian
Heritage so please contact our Club
Coordinator at (734) 953-1137 or
via e-mail at lucia@iacl.us
Make it yOuR CLuB. If you aren’t
an official member, join now. An
annual membership is just $35.00
for young Adults.
• Establish a Bocce Team
• Plan a group trip
• Participate in our Euchre Tournaments
Call Mary Galasso with questions,
ideas at (248) 957-6693
HOW ABOuT A KARAOKE OR TRIVIA
NIGHT JuST FOR yOuNG ADuLTS? PLEASE
CALL ME SO WE CAN GET STARTED. Mary
Galasso (248) 957-6693
Please provide us with information
noted below and send to:
LuCIA@iacl.us. HoPe to HeAR
FRom YoU.
NO ONE HAS VOLuNTEERED TO
DATE....
PLEASE HELP uS GET THIS STARTED!
A reprint from HEALTH Watch magazine
STRESSING yOuRSELF SICK
BY Sari Harrar
A little stress can be good for you- helping you swerve your car
to avoid a crash, or giving you a burst of energy before you
give a speech. But nonstop stress speeds up the aging process.
It can make you tired, slow your body’s ability to make
infection-fighting blood cells, and add to problems with
memory and concentration Stress affects your health, from
head to toe. Stress can “rewire” our BRAIN, putting us at risk
for anxiety and depression. EMOTIONS Moodiness, Irritability,
or angriness. IMMUNE SYSTEM stress boosts inflammation as
your system releases more chemicals called cytokines. HEART
AND BLOOD VESSELS – Stress can increase heart disease risk
and slow down the healing after a heart attack. BONES AND
JOINTS Worsens the pain of arthritis and may weaken bones.
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM Stress can cause bloating, diarrhea, gas,
nausea, and flare-ups of irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s
disease and ulcerative colitis. SKIN Stress may cause skin
rashes, and worsen eczema and psoriasis.
SOLUTIONS Take care of you. Sleep, Exercise, gardening,
friends. Breathe away stress. Take three breaths each on
deeper than the last. RELAX FULLY Sit comfortably or lie down.
Take a calm breath as you tense and relax each part of your
body. KEEP A “FUN LIST” HANDY. Write down fun things you
like to do. When feeling stressed choose one. SMILE the next
time you’re stressed waiting in a long line or traffic jam smile
at others. You’ll feel better and they may too.
****** Y0UNG ADULT (18 TO 26)*******
YOUR NAME __________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________
PHONE _________________________________ CELL PHONE __________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________
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ATTENTION IACL WOMEN
If you like to play cards (poker, pinochle, euchre, etc.) or
a board game, join your Italian American Club ladies
(non-members welcome) on the second Tuesday of
each month from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM in the lower
level. We have a lot of fun and we all bring a light
snack to share. With the exception of Coffee and Tea
Beverages are not provided, so you must bring your
own.
Please contact Bea King (734) 420-4481 or Shirley
Broccardo (734) 464-7909 for more information.
A number of our members have expressed the wish
to sponsor a euchre tournament once a month on a
specific Friday. We are looking for interested parties
(male or female) who would like to participate in such
an activity. Please call Lucia Romano at (247) 9531137 if you wish to play. This could be a fun event.
Let’s make it happen.
ITALIAN AMERICAN CLuB OF LIVONIA ~ BAR MENu
CARRy OuT ~ 734 953 1137 AFTER 5:30 P.M. PRESS “4”
PIZZA
PASTA , CHICKEN AND SALADS
BIANCA (MOZZARELLA & SEASONING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.25
ITALIA (CHEESE, ARUGULA, TOMATOES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8.50
STAGIONI (CHEESE, MUSHROOM, OLIVES, PEPPERONI, SAUSAGE) . . . . . . .$9.00
RuSTICA (CHEESE, PEPPERONI, MUSHROOMS ONION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.50
CAPRICCIOSA (CHEESE, MUSHROOM, CAPICOLA, OLIVES, ARTICHOKE) . . . .$9.95
MARGHERITA (TOMATOES, MOZZARELLA, ASIAGO, BASIL) . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.50
PuTTANESCA (CHEESE, BLACK OLIVES, CAPERS & ANCHOVIES) . . . . . . . . . .$8.50
AMAZING (CHEESE, CHICKEN, GRAPE TOMATOES,
ARUGULA, ASIAGO, ARTICHOKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$11.95
CALZONE (CHEESE, PEPPERONI, SAUSAGE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.50
BRuSCHETTA (PIZZA BREAD,TOMATOS,GARLIC,BASIL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8.00
EXTRA ITEMS:
ONIONS, MUSHROOMS, OLIVES, ARUGULA, CAPERS, TOMATOES,
ASIAGO, BANANA PEPPERS, PARMESAN CHEESE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.00
6 GRANDE CHICKEN WINGS (BBQ, RANCH, OR HOT SAUCE) . . . . . . . . . . .$3.95
4 CHICKEN TENDERS (BBQ , RANCH OR HOT SAUCE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.65
ANTIPASTO SALAD BuLK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.95
GARDEN SALAD BuLK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.75
PASTA MARINARA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.00
DESSERTS
PANE FRITTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.75
SPuM0NI OR LEMON ICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.35
NuTELLA (DESSERT PIZZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.75
GELATO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.25
SAUSAGE, CAPICOLA, PEPPERONI, PROSCIUTTO, CHICKEN,
ANCHOVIES, ARTICHOKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.00
HAMBuRGER & SANDWICHES
(ADD ITALIAN FRIES FOR ONLy $1.00)
1/3 POuND CERTIFIED ANGuS ITALIAN BuRGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.75
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6.00
ITALIAN SuB (PROSCIUTTO, MORTADELLA, SOPPRESSATA, PROVOLONE) . .$5.25
ITALIAN STEAK FRIES SEASONED WITH ROSEMARy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.50
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Banquet Center
IABC
To All
Italian American Club of Livonia Members
THE ITALIAN-AMERICAN
BANQuET CENTER OF LIVONIA
Dear Members,
offers discounts to IACL members- LIFETIME MEMBERS
who have been fully paid for a period of two years to date
of deposit will receive a 10% discount on food entrée purchases only. ANNUAL MEMBERS who are in good standing
for a period of three consecutive years prior to date of
deposit will receive a 5% discount on food entrée
purchases only. IACL Membership Committee will verify
membership criteria to discount allocation.
Don’t forget to join us for your
Celebrations such as communions, graduations,
Showers and weddings.
We would welcome the opportunity to
assist you in planning your
At-Home Celebration
We offer full service catering on premise
as well as our carryout service
Please give us a call at (734) 953-9724
To discuss your specific needs
We would welcome the opportunity
Sincerely,
Fabiola Brace, General Manager
A wheelchair is available for use in our facility. If you need
to use it when attending one of our functions please call
The Italian-American Banquet Center Sales Office to make
arrangements (734) 953-9724.
We offer carry out service. Please see enclosed carry out catering
menu items. For further information or placing orders please
contact Sales office Fabiola or Linda 734-953-9724 ext. 202.
Please allow 2-4 days notice. Pick up only.
Please note: iAcL member discount does not apply to any carry out orders.
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
Italian American Club of Livonia
IABC
The Italian-American Banquet
Center would like to thank
Antonio and Mary Schimizzi
for their generous donation of
money that helped us purchase
the big screen TV in the lobby
for our digital signage. We
appreciate everything that you
do to help make our Banquet
Center beautiful.
Thank you again for your
gracious support.
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IACL NEWSLETTER
FEBRuARy 2015
GENERAL INFO
Italian American Club of Livonia
FROM THE CuCINA OF IACL MEMBERS
2011-2013 Standing Committee Chairpersons
Building Maintenance – John Zago
Cultural – Maria Stante
Good and Welfare – Kathy Jones
Finance – Frank Luscri
Membership – Maryann Rea
Featuring this month:
LEMON PEPPER SHRIMP SCAMPI
1 cup of uncooked orzo
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
l/2 teaspoon salt divided
7 teaspoons unsalted butter divided
l-l/2 pounds peeled and deveined fresh jumbo shrimp
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
l/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1. Cook orzo according to package directions omitting salt. Drain. Place
orzo in a medium bowl. Stir in parsley and l/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and
keep warm.
2. While orzo cooks, melt l tablespoon butter in large nonstick pan over
medium high heat. Sprinkle shrimp with remaining l/4 teaspoon salt.
Add half of shrimp to pan, saute 2 minutes or until shrimp are almost
done. Transfer shrimp to a plate. Melt 1 teaspoon butter in pan, saute
remainder of shrimp 2 minutes or until almost done. Transfer to plate.
3. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in pan. Add garlic to pan, cook 30
seconds stirring constantly. Add shrimp, juice and pepper to pan, cook
1 minute or until shrimp are done.
BuON APPETITO!
PLEASE NOTE! IF yOu HAVE A PARTy OF TEN (10) OR MORE
COMING FOR PIZZA, WINGS, ETC. PLEASE CALL A DAy IN ADVANCE
TO ADVISE uS SO THAT GOOD, PROMPT SERVICE CAN BE ASSuRED.
CALL LuCIA, OuR CLuB COORDINATOR AT (734) 953-1137 WHO WILL
COORDINATE WITH OuR BANQuET HALL MANAGER.
ALSO, PLEASE BE AWARE ANy PIZZA PARTy
OF 15 PEOPLE OR MORE WILL BE CHARGED A
15% GRATuITy.
Communication with our members is important.
Please feel free to call Lucia, our Club
Coordinator, to reach any of our Board Members.
Gianna will arrange to have the person you are
interested in talking with give you a call.
2014-2016 Board of Directors
Italian American Club of Livonia
Officers
Jerry Ruggirello
President
Vince Peruchietti
Vice President
Angela (Soave) Kelley Treasurer
Frank Luscri
Recording Secretary
Maryann Rea
Corresponding Secretary
Ernest Iafrate
Sergeant-at-Arms
Mary F. Galasso
Past President
Robert Ficano
Consul
IACL Directors
Robert Catanzarite
Reginaldo De Luca
Piero Di Stefano
Mark Merucci
Ron Robertson
Alice Rotondo
Silvio Scappaticci
Pete Soave
Mario Stante
John Zago
Board of Directors - as of Jan. 1, 2015
Italian American Charitable Foundation
Officers
President
Maria (Capicchioni) Harris
Vice-President
Anna Giammarco
Treasurer
Maria Stante
Secretary
John Colasanti
Directors
Tiffany Devon
Mary Galasso
Carmelo Greco
Franco Iaderosa
Teresa Nascimbeni
Jerry Ruggirello
Board of Directors Italian American
Banquet & Conference Center
Officers
Roger De Luca
President
Tony De Marco
Treasurer
Vito Guarano
Secretary
CALL LUCIA AT 734-953-1137 EXT 2
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PLACE
YOUR AD
HERE!
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IACL Member
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The Italian American Club of Livonia
39200 Five Mile Road
Livonia, Michigan 48154
Club Level - Tel: 734-953-1137 Fax: 734-953-2992
IACL Club Office HOuRS:
Mon. thru Fri. 10:00am--4:00pm
Sat-Sun - CLOSED
Banquet Center - Sales Office: 734-953-9724
Fax: 734-953-5736 • www.iabc-livonia.com
info@iabc-livonia.com
Charitable Foundation - Tel: 734-953-2664
Newsletter Coordinator:
Email: Lucia@iacl.us
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