Bob Marchese Gorgeous gowns, top hats, pearls, and tuxedos bespeckled the evening when the Italian American Club recalled the glory of Hollywood, through film and photo. Members were re-introduced to the stars who influenced a generation and more to spectacular song, dance, romance, and drama as shown with golden lights on silver screens; where love…
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.
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,…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…