Fra Noi Embrace Your Inner Italian
Our Good Vibes feature spotlights websites, blogs, videos and podcast from around the world that celebrate Italy’s inimitable spirit. If you have a favorite online …
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A preview of music, film, theater, dance and more
The Rascals reborn Two founders of The Rascals will celebrate the band’s 60th anniversary with a 3 p.m. concert on July 26 at the Arcada …
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Whimsy and whammy
This month’s column comes to you under the auspices of current events. As most of you know, I’ve written the book “Petals from Roseland: …
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The many uses of “fare”
The verb fare, which means “to do” and “to make” is ubiquitous in conversational Italian, as it is found in innumerable special expressions. Fare is …
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Trove of Cardinale jewelry offered at auction
Jewels from the personal collection of legendary actress Claudia Cardinale were auctioned in June by Christie’s, drawing global interest from collectors and fans. The sale …
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Use the facts you gather to tell great stories
A newsman once interviewed Don Hewitt, who ran “60 Minutes” as executive producer for decades. (He was Mike Wallace’s boss!) He asked Don why “60 …
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When to draw up an Italian will
Many Italian Americans spend years restoring a family home in Italy, purchasing an apartment for retirement or holding on to property inherited from parents or …
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A winding linguistic road
While we were in Italy, we spent alternating weeks at the nearby farms of my two sets of grandparents. At each place, I was able …
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