Shoray Wolfe The Italian American Club’s Gala at Gatsby’s was grand! If you missed it, check out the Italian American Club’s website at pciacaz.org and find out about exciting events throughout the season.
April 2026, Clubs & Classes
A Grand Gala!
Tag: Italian American Club
April 2026, Clubs & Classes
Italian American Club Holds Seasonal Aperitivo
Shoray Wolfe Aperitivo is a cherished Italian pre-dinner ritual, occurring daily around 6 to 8 p.m. to socialize and unwind. It’s similar to happy hour with drinks like Aperol Spritz paired with small snacks. The theme for February’s Italian American Club’s Aperitivo was “Italian Carnevale,” a vibrant pre-Lenten festival celebrated across Italy with elaborate masks,…
Clubs & Classes, January 2026
Italian American Club Meeting: 14 Winners!
Kathleen Ripley Leo The November meeting of the PebbleCreek Italian American Club was jam–packed with fun and winners! Fourteen members won free olive oil, panettone, and DJ raffles, in addition to the 50/50 raffle. Eighty-seven members in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom first pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and then…
December 2025, Clubs & Classes
PebbleCreek Italian American Club October Luncheon
Ken Minichiello The PebbleCreek Italian American Club gathered for its annual October luncheon at Vero Chicago Pizza (true Chicago pizza) … a much-anticipated tradition among members. Thanks to club members Joe and Judy Scarnato, attendees enjoyed an impressive buffet spread that showcased the restaurant’s signature Chicago-style flavors. The menu featured eight varieties of buttercrust, deep-dish,…
December 2025, Clubs & Classes
Aperitivo … It’s an Italian American Club Tradition!
Ken Minichiello Aperitivo … it’s the Italian American Club’s favorite way to celebrate Happy Hour, and this November, it was time again! Five member couples opened their homes to host this lively Italian gathering, welcoming 40 members who arrived with their favorite appetizers and beverages to share. The gracious hosts were Roberta Diles and John…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Mangia! Mangia! Italian American Club Celebrates Aperitivos
Kathleen Ripley Leo Aperitivo is Italian for appetizers, cocktail hour, wine, and cheese. Four homes hosted about 10 members each on Oct. 1 and all had a friendly, relaxed time of it with the guests bringing a favorite appetizer and their choice of drink. People talked, joked, and got to know each other better. Francey…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
Italian American Club Celebrates Italian Explorers
Kathleen Ripley Leo The Oct. 8 meeting was a singular event beginning first with about 90 members having a chance to explore seven artists’ offerings organized by Social Director Shelly Carnevale. Pottery, jewelry, scarves, pumpkins, and glass sculptures were on display and for sale in the club’s first ever Mistletoe Market, designed to introduce club…
Clubs & Classes, November 2025
Everything Italian Kickoff: Wine and Dessert Extravaganza
Kathleen Ripley Leo The PebbleCreek Italian American Club held its first meeting on Sept. 8 at the Tuscany Falls Ballroom and it was an extravaganza for all of the 70–plus members who attended. The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance as always. After wine, courtesy of Realtor Donna Strand, our Program Director Bob Marchese…
Clubs & Classes, October 2025
Italian American Club’s Save the Dates: October 8 and December 5
Kathleen Ripley Leo October 8 marks the second meeting of the Italian American Club and the program will feature celebrating Christopher Columbus. Meetings are held in the Tuscany Club Ballroom beginning at 7 p.m. sponsored by realtor Donna Strand. If you would like to attend as a guest, or become a member, call president Ken…
Clubs & Classes, June 2025
Kentucky Derby at the Italian American Club
On May 3, the Italian American Club celebrated the 151st Kentucky Derby. The Derby winner was Sovereignty and Journalism took second place. Seven club members took home prize money by winning a raffle based on having correctly selected the horses for Win, Place, and Show. The Mint Juleps flowed, and the Southern picnic buffet was delicious! Before the…