UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 3 - LADIES MOVIE NIGHT 4 - VETERANS APPRECIATION CENA 7, 14, 21, 28- MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 11 - REGIONAL CENA - BASILICATA 12 - BASILICATA COOKING CLASS 13 - CARLO PEZZIMENTI CONCERT 17 - BOOK CLUB 18 - GUEST CENA 19 - SCOTCH TASTING 20 - FALL/WINTER MEMBERSHIP MEETING & BOARD ELECTIONS 20 - 2011 ANTHONY MUNGIOLI MEMORIAL BOCCE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 25 - ENTERTAINMENT CENA DECEMBER 2, 23, 30 - CENA 3 - CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS PARTY 5, 12, 19, 26 - MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 7, 14, 21, 28 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 9 - REGIONAL CENA 10 - REGIONAL COOKING CLASS - FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA 16 - GUEST CENA & CHRISTMAS CAROLING 18 - SEVEN FISHES 31 - NEW YEARS EVE BASH JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 4, 11, 18, 25 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 5 - LADIES MOVIE NIGHT 6 - CENA 7 - LA BEFANA 13 - REGIONAL CENA 14 - REGIONAL CENA COOKING CLASS 20 - GUEST CENA 27 - ENTERTAINMENT CENA
LANGUAGE CLASSES HELD ON MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS. SEE CALENDAR ON WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.

NOTIZIARIO UFFICIALE DEL CIRCOLO ITALIANO DI DALLAS

NOVEMBRE 2011

VOL 32 NUM 11

FALL/WINTER MEMBERSHIP MEETING NOVEMBER 20

Save the date - Sunday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. to attend the Fall/Winter Membership Meeting at the Clubhouse. As a Member there is no more important single duty for you to perform for your Club than to attend this meeting and for you to listen and be heard. Attend and listen to your Board discuss the Club's financials. Listen as the board speaks to the strategic direction of the Club. Listen as the candidates standing for election to the three open positions on the Board introduce themselves. Listen to Committee Chairs briefly review the activities of their committees this year and their plans for next year. Listen to an overview of the proposed major revisions to the Club's bylaws. Then speak. Let your opinions and recommendations be heard. This meeting is the time for you to speak up and tell the Club's leadership and your fellow Members what you believe is good about the Club and constructive criticism about what can be improved. Speak about your suggestions regarding ways to make the ICD a better Club. It's been said that people get the government they deserve. Let your vote speak to the two major issues regarding the governance of our Club, namely our bylaws and the elections to the Board. According to Club bylaws, a quorum at a membership is composed of Members present. Attend the Membership Meeting so that a substantial quorum is achieved and a broad base of opinions is heard. Refreshments will be served. Ben Parlapiano

ICD VETERANS, WE WANT YOU TO COME TO CENA ON NOVEMBER 4

ICD veterans, this Veterans Day week we want to honor you and what you've given through your military service. While we can never do enough to thank you for your sacrifice, we hope you will come to the Clubhouse on Friday, November 4, for our Second Annual Veterans Appreciation Cena. Whether you served in active duty or in the reserves, in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Bosnia, one of the Gulf conflicts, your Cena will be on us. We hope your family and friends will join us that evening as we celebrate you, our military Members! (Please note, Cena will be provided at no cost only for those Members who served in the military; regular prices will apply to other Cena diners.) Please be sure to RSVP at the Clubhouse or at www.italianclubdallas.org so we can prepare enough food. Sure, Veterans Day is officially on the 11th and we are recognizing your contribution a week early, but every day is a great day to honor our nation's heroes! Barbie Gumin & Mary Ann Webster

NOVEMBER'S CENA REGIONALE: BASILICATA

Wine Tasting: Time: Price: Wednesday, November 9 Doors open at 6:00 pm Wine tasting is free with dinner; Members may purchase bottles of featured wines at a discounted price. Friday, November 11 Doors open at 6:00 pm; dinner service begins at 7:00 pm $23 Members, $32 Guests Reservations are required!!! Reserve at cena.eventbrite.com or call the Club. Saturday, November 12 Noon 2:00 pm $25 Members, $35 Guests Reservations are required!!! Reserve at basilicatacooking.eventbrite.com or call the Club.

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

EVERY MONDAY CLUB OPENS AT 6PM

2011 ANTHONY MUNGIOLI MEMORIAL BOCCE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

The Anthony Mungioli Memorial Bocce Club Championship is just around the corner! Teams comprised of two players each will compete for the title of ICD Club Champion. The winners' names will be engraved on the ICD Clubhouse Trophy, and additional awards for first and second place will be awarded. Sausage & pepper sandwiches and drinks will be served. Secure your team entry by e-mail to Nick Bonvino at nbonvino@aol.com. When: Sunday, November 20 at 9 a.m. Where: Bent Tree Country Club Bocce Courts Cost: Entry Fee of $50/team

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT GIVING THANKS

I recently attended a seminar, and one of the topics covered a worklife balance. In the session they challenged us to make a gratitude list where each day for 30 days, we list three things for which we are grateful or thankful. In total I'll have 90 things that I am grateful for on the list when I complete it. While that might sound simple to do, once you move beyond the obvious like family, friends, a job, etc. it really does challenge you to think a bit deeper, and it starts to make you realize how much you have in life to be thankful for. This month, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I thought I'd make my own gratitude list about the Italian Club of Dallas. I am grateful for our Members. You support us enthusiastically and you talk to me often and honestly about what we can do to make our Club better. I am grateful for Angelo Vaccaro who contributes so much and in so many areas to ensure our Club's success, and I am grateful to Chef Tommaso for always striving to make our culinary and experience offerings better. I am grateful to my predecessors, as President, who have spent their time sharing with me what they have learned. I am grateful to many of our founding and long-time Members who take their time to help educate me about the Club's history and give me a foundation for our future direction. I am grateful to our many financial contributors who take it upon themselves to find ways to help support the Club's financial growth. I am grateful to the many people who oversee and support our committees such as Cultural, Communications, Charitable Outreach, Events, Membership and Marketing. I am grateful to the Members whose entire families get involved in supporting our Club regularly on many levels. I am grateful to the Members of I Colori Italiani for their continued participation and representation of the Club. I am grateful for the many very diverse offerings that we present in our facility to showcase our Italian heritage. I am grateful we can play bocce together, we can learn to speak Italian together, we can learn to cook together, we can sample wines together, and I am grateful that we have the freedom to celebrate Italian holidays together and a place to do it. While my list could go on much longer, my space is running out, so I'll conclude this by saying that I am grateful that I am an ItalianAmerican and I am grateful that I have the support of so many people to help our Club present our culture to those who wish they could be Italians! Before I close I would like to remind everyone of our General Membership Meeting on November 20. I encourage you to attend and have your voice heard as we discuss the future direction of the Club. This year has been one of financial stabilization and operational refinements for the Club. Moving forward we have to look to the growth of our Club in many areas. With the lack of a capital campaign in 2011 we are forecasting a downturn for the end of 2011 compared to last year. In order to sustain our financial stability it will require even more effort than last year and it will require new thinking, new ideas and a renewed focus on areas such as rentals and offerings to keep our momentum. Some of the best ideas this year have come from you, our Members. I encourage you to bring your voice and your ideas to the Membership Meeting on November 20, so we can work together to grow our Club. I hope each of you have a festive, safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Michael Trovalli, President ICD.Mike.Trovalli@gmail.com

September 2011 Income Revenue = $50,559.57 Expenses = $38,773.99 Net GAIN = $11,785.58

Year To Date 2011 Revenue = $340,347.79 Expenses = $328,688.86 Net GAIN = $11,658.93

CULINARY EVENTS

** We depend on our members to bring small items to be used for the raffle. Re-gifting is acceptable. The point is to have lots of fun. Raffle tickets are sold at the table at a price of $1 each and get one free when you buy 6 for $5. Lunches: Monday through Friday 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. fixed menu is available including a soup, salad, entre and pasta for only $14 (beverages and gratuity not included). If you are looking for something very particular Chef Tommaso is always ready to make sure your palate is satisfied. Bring your friends and business associates for a delicious mealAND support your Club! Call for reservations (972) 931-9167. Pasta Night: Nov. 2, 9,16,23,30; Join us for Pasta Night every Wednesday night where you can enjoy the antipasti bar and then select from several pastas or pizza. Add extras as the mood suits you meats, sea food and vegetables. Prices: Enjoy your choice of pasta (options available on line or at the Club) for $8 for Members and $10 for Guests or one of Chef Tommaso's nearly-world-famous pizzas for $10 for Members and $12 for Guests, with veggie antipasto included with either option. Doors open at 6 p.m. and reservations aren't required. Wine, beer and soft drinks sold separately. Look for the Wednesday night occasional wine tasting. Date and price information will be sent through ClubMail. Cena: Come, visit and enjoy the company of friends with a glass of wine while waiting for the delicious meal Chef Tommaso has prepared for our enjoyment, usually served around 7 p.m. Reservations are appreciated by calling (972) 931-9167 or through the eventbrite link: http://cena-ehome.eventbrite.com. This will make it easier for our management to plan and will assure your place for dinner. Check the weekly ClubMail for the menu. Look for the weekly wine specials.

SAVE THE DATE CHRISTMAS CAROLING CENA 12/16

SCUOLA DI ITALIANO SCHEDULES 2011/2012

For registration information, see the "Italian Language School" page under the culture tab at www.ItalianClubDallas.org Cost per session is $100 for ICD Members or $200 for non-members. Children's class is $30 per child for each 10 week session. Summer classes will cost $80 for ICD Members or $160 for non-members. All classes are held at the ICD Clubhouse (14865 Inwood Rd., Addison TX). Schedule and classes are subject to change. For further information please contact: languageschool@italianclubdallas.org or go online to our web page http://www.italianclubdallas.org/default.asp?pg=language&x=r Italian for Beginners 1-2 These two courses are your opportunity to step into Italian Language. While you are developing your language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) you will learn the basic grammar, how to build your first sentence, and to communicate your very basics needs. Book: MARIN, T., & MAGNELLI, S. (2009). The Italian project: an Italian course for English speakers. 1a. : Beginners A1, Student's book and workbook. Rome, Edilingua. Italian for Advanced Beginners 1-2 These two courses will take you deeper into grammar and conversation. They are planned for students who took Beginners 1 and 2 or have already studied those topics. Book: MARIN, T., & MAGNELLI, S. (2009). The Italian project: an Italian course for English speakers. 1b. : Beginners A2, Student's book and workbook. Rome, Edilingua. Units: 9, 10, 11. Intermediate Italian Intended for students who want to enhance their Italian proficiency through the study of grammar and conversation. Italian for Travelers - BRAND NEW!!!! If you are planning to go to Italy for a vacation or for work and you want to learn just the basic vocabulary and how to deal with specific situations this could be your class. There are no specific requirements. Basic Conversation - BRAND NEW!!!! This class focus is only on conversation. To join the class, knowledge of basic grammar is required. Topics of conversations will be guided by the instructor. Advanced Conversation For students who want to speak freely about every topic and learn more about Italian culture and contemporary Italy. A good knowledge of Italian is required. Children (5 years or older) Children learn Italian while playing games, singing songs, doing arts and crafts, and watching cartoons.

THREE MEMBERS STAND FOR ELECTION TO 2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

On Sunday evening November 20, at 6:30 p.m., during the Fall/Winter Membership Meeting at the ICD Clubhouse an election will be held for the three positions coming open on the Italian Club of Dallas' Board of Directors currently held by President Mike Trovalli, Vice-President Ron Miglini and Director Carlo Strippoli. Incumbents Mike and Ron are standing for re-election. Carlo will be retiring. Our sincere thanks go to Carlo for his years of dedication and service to our Club. Also standing for election is long time Club Member and former Board Treasurer Dan Ficco. Please go to our Club website www.italianclubdallas.org to view profiles of the candidates. Copies of the profiles will be available for review at the Clubhouse by Members who do not have e-mail capability. Ben Parlapiano

ICD GROUP OUTING TO KIMBELL ART MUSEUM'S CARAVAGGIO AND HIS FOLLOWERS IN ROME
The Kimbell Art Museum is know nationally for the quality of the touring exhibits it offers to the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex, and few exhibits have been as highly anticipated as the one currently featured ~ Caravaggio and His Followers in Rome. You'll want to be part of the group of Italian Club Members and guests who will go to view this exhibit on Saturday, December 10, 10:00 a.m. at its only United States stop! One of the most influential figures in the history of art, Caravaggio (15711610) overturned the artistic conventions of the day and created singularly dramatic paintings, both sacred and worldly. This ambitious exhibition explores the profound impact of his work on the wide range of painters of Italian, French, Dutch, Flemish, and Spanish origin who resided in Rome. Arranged by theme, it includes over 50 paintings, with Caravaggio's compelling images juxtaposed with those he inspired. This is the second largest display of his paintings in North America and only the third Caravaggio exhibition to be held in the United States. Carpooling will be arranged for our trip out to Fort Worth. And, in what has become a favorite post-Kimbell activity, those who want to discuss the exhibit and any other topic that might arise! will go to lunch at the Taverna Risotteria & Pizzeria in Sundance Square. Prices for the exhibit are $14 for ICD Members, $16 for ICD guests, $12 for ICD Members aged 60+, $14 for ICD guests aged 60+, $12 for students with ID, and, as always, FREE for Kimbell Members. Space is very limited, so ICD Members only will be able to RSVP until Nov. 23 ~ remaining spaces will be made available to ICD guests at that point. Please RSVP at icdcaravaggio.eventbrite.com, and contact Mary Ann Webster at culture@italianclubdallas.org with any questions. Don't miss this singular opportunity to learn about one of Italy's most innovative and influential artists. Though he lived only 38 years and had a life filled with controversy, the beauty and maturity of his art are undeniable. Come spend an afternoon with Caravaggio and His Followers in Rome! Mary Ann Webster

PROPOSED REVISIONS TO ICD BYLAWS

At the Fall/Winter Membership Meeting on Sunday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse our Members will be asked to vote on recommended revisions to the Italian Club of Dallas bylaws. The proposed revisions are published on the Club's website www.italianclubdallas.org. Deletions to the bylaws are noted in red print and additions are noted in blue print. Unchanged existing bylaws copy is noted in black. A clean version incorporating all the changes is also provided. Please read these documents carefully. It is recommended that you print out a copy of each document to bring with you to the Membership Meeting. For Members who do not have access to e-mail, a limited number of copies of the recommended revisions and clean copies will be available for review at the Clubhouse. Ben Parlapiano

NOVEMBER BOOK CLUB NEWS

In Amore: The Story of Italian American Song, author Mark Rotella brings to life the great Italian American voices of the twentieth century, as he recounts the tremendous contributions to American music made by Italian immigrants and their children. Rotella poignantly describes the bigotry and challenges faced by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Mario Lanza, Tony Bennett and other great voices as they rose from humble beginnings in their adopted country to achieve fame and fortune through the strength of their musical talents. Join the Book Club to reminisce about these great voices on Thursday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact the Book Club Coordinator, Norma Iacovo at niacovo@tnsk.com or 972-386-4321. Remember that Christmas is just around the corner, and CDs of many of these talented Italian-American artists can be purchased through the ICD's portal to Amazon. CDs make great stocking stuffers, and Amazon donates to the Club a percentage of any purchase made through the Club's portal. Norma Iacovo

CHILDREN'S CRANIOFACIAL ASSOCIATION EVENTS

It seems impossible that we are once more closing out the Children's Craniofacial Association's calendar. Save these dates: Final address labeling mailing of the year on Wednesday, November 16 and CCA's children's Christmas Party Saturday, December 10. The address labeling will be held as usual at CCA's offices at 13140 Coit Rd. Ste 517, Dallas, TX 75240 starting at 8:00 a.m. Morning coffee, snacks and lunch provided. CCA's children's Christmas Party will once more be held at South Fork. Volunteers are asked to arrive at South Fork by 11:00 a.m. Party will end by 2:30 p.m. Please contact me at 972 699-0243 or email benparlapiano@sbcglobal.net. if you are able to participate in either or both of these events. Ben Parlapiano

SIDEWALK SALE
Thanks to all of you who participated in any way helping to make the Sale a success. I do not have the final figures but know that Angelo, Doug and Vito who grilled the sausage sandwiches were a big hit! Again the DiCarlo family donated the ingredients. Thanks, Paul and Mike! Carrie Pollinzi Harris

Book your holiday party at the Club!

Call Angelo at 972-931-9167 for information

FREE LADIES MOVIE NIGHT IN NOVEMBER MOONSTRUCK

Love arrives with the full moon in New York's Little Italy, and you are invited to share the laughter and the tears with the Castorini family in this classic romantic comedy. Ladies Movie Night continues our popular series on Thursday, November 3, 7:00 p.m., with Moonstruck. In her most memorable role, Cher stars as Loretta Castorini, the unmarried older daughter of a second-generation Italian family, who blossoms under the attention of a young baker and finally finds passion and true love. The movie also features a very young and handsome Nicolas Cage as Loretta's new love and Olympia Dukakis as her wise Italian mama. Sharply written, incisively directed, and beautifully acted, Moonstruck has earned its place among the screen's classic comedies. This romance is a charming slice of Italian-American life that is a joy to watch. The movie also includes some scenes and memorable arias from Puccini's opera La Boheme at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. This event is FREE and open to all ladies. The Clubhouse will open at 6:30 p.m. A light pasta and salad buffet dinner will be provided by our own Chef Tommaso. Invite your girlfriends to the Italian Club for a relaxing night of dinner, trivia, and the movie. Bring a dessert to share, if you wish. Beverages will be available for purchase. We will be in the bar area for this month's film, which will make for even more fun and familial viewing ~ as if in your own Castorini-like Italian home! Please remember to register your attendance (no charge) so we'll know you are coming. Contact Mary Ann Webster at culture@italianclubdallas.org if you have questions, and please RSVP at http://ladiesmoviemoonstruck.eventbrite.com. We'll see you at the movies on November 3rd! Sue Robertson & Mary Ann Webster

SPECIAL OLYMPICS BOCCE A WIN-WIN EVENT

There were no losers at the Special Olympics Bocce Tournament held at Oran Good Park in Farmers Branch on Saturday, September 24. The Special Olympians and their families, tournament administrators, monitors, and scorekeepers participated in an event where everyone came away winners. While the scoring might seem to prove otherwise, the intensity and spirit of good sportsmanship demonstrated by all the participants; the dedication to, and almost palpable love families and friends had for the Olympians; the hard work of Tournament Director Julia Scott and her staff; and the onfield positive interaction of monitors and scorekeepers with the contestants and their astute handling of the games made winners of them all. It was indeed a day of celebration of all that is good in the human spirit. Very special thanks go to the Italian Club of Dallas members whose participation helped to make it a very special time: Annettee DiCarlo, Tony DiCarlo, Lisa Newman, Megan Sparks, Tina Neal, Karen Mungioli, Kathy Miller, Fred Hansen, Nick Parigi, John Pulley, Jay Laurenzi, Luigi Mungioli and Nick Bonvino. As Julia Scott said at the end of the day, See you all next year. Ben Parlapiano

Save The Date For New Years Eve!

SAVE THE DATE for The Feast of the Seven Fishes

December 18

Olivia Carleo, O.D.

Cantina di Casteggio Barbera $ 17.00-btl. Guasti Clemente Barbera D'Asti $ 28.00-btl. Guasti Clemente Barbaresco Riserva $ 72.00-btl. Branciforti Nero D'Avola $ 22.00-btl. Firriato Santagostino Nero D'Avola & Syrah $ 45.00-btl. Firriato di Faltognano Chianti $ 18.00-btl. / $ 5.00-glass San Felice Chianti Classico $ 26.00-btl. San Felice IL Grigio Chianti Classico Riserva $ 42.00-btl. San Felice Perolla Rosso Maremma $ 24.00-btl. Campogiovanni Rosso Di Montalcino $ 42.00-btl. Vaona Valpolicella Classico $ 26.00-btl. Vaona Amarone Valpolicella $ 74.00-btl. Cantina di Casteggio Pinot Grigio $17.00-btl. / $5.00-glass San Felice Vermentino Maremma $ 18.00-btl. Branciforti Bianco Sicilia $ 18.00-btl. Cantina di Casteggio Moscato $ 20.00-btl. Le Albare-Vigna dello Stefano Soave $ 22.00-btl. San Felice Vin Santo Toscana $ 36.00-btl. Vaona Recioto Le Peagne Classico $ 36.00-btl.

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BUON NATALE CELEBRATION FOR THE CHILDREN AT THE ICD

Christmas was first celebrated in Rome near the year 300 A.D. Join us as we continue our traditions at the Italian Club of Dallas on Saturday, December 3, from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Your children will enjoy a variety of holiday activities including a shadow puppet show in which the children make the stick puppets and participate in the story; readings of favorite Italian Christmas stories; decorating our ceppo, an Italian Christmas tradition long before the Christmas tree; playing tombola; and hearing zampognari play our favorite Italian carols on their ancient bagpipes. We will learn about and enjoy some of the traditional Italian foods served for the December feast days of San Nicola (Dec. 6), Santa Lucia (Dec. 13), LaVigilia (Christmas Eve), and Natale (Christmas Day). Holiday breads, cakes, and cookies will provide sweet treats for everyone. And if the children have been good, we will have special surprise visitors who will present each child with a bag of goodies. The cost is $5 for each child or adult. RSVP by November 30 to Carrie Harris (972) 242-8283 or Maria Chobany (972) 235-4920, so we will be sure to have enough food for everyone and treat bags for the children. Be sure to save the dateJanuary 7for our children's Visit with La Befana!

DID YOU KNOW?

The historical figure most celebrated in Italy is Giuseppe Garibaldi ( July 4, 1807 June 2, 1882) a great Italian general and political figure. Garibaldi took part in the War of the Farrapos in Brazil and the Uruguayan Civil War, leading the Italian Legion. Afterwards he returned to Italy as a commander of the Risorgimento and had a decisive role in the unification of Italy. He has been dubbed the "Hero of the Two Worlds" in tribute to his military expeditions in both South America and Europe. He is an Italian national hero and towns across Italy have named 5,500 streets and squares after him. Enio Elisei

MEMBER NEWS
Giacomo and Beverly Butera would like to thank all their ICD friends for thinking of their family when their Aunt Gerry Turano passed away on October 8 after a five month illness. Aunt Gerry was like a second mother to Beverly. Thanks to each and everyone who called and sent cards. Your friendship means a great deal to Beverly and me. Sincerely, Giacomo and Beverly Butera Tony Bellissimo had back surgery and we wish him a speedy recovery.

Please Remember the Italian Club of Dallas in Your Year-End Charitable Giving.
The ICD is a 501(c)(3) and all donations are fully tax-deductible.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Join us in a warm welcome of new Member to the ICD family: The Mecaer Aviation Group K. Little (Corporate Member) Tindaro and Zarina Ioppolo

Grazie Mille!

CLASSICAL GUITARIST CARLO PEZZIMENTI TO PERFORM AT ITALIAN CLUB OF DALLAS

Plan to enjoy an evening of beautiful, world-class music when internationally recognized classical guitarist and ICD Member Carlo Pezzimenti, performs at the Italian Club on Sunday, November 13, at 6 p.m. Mr. Pezzimenti, accompanied by violinist Melody Sadjadi and guitarist Brian Rowe, will perform selections from Isaac Albeniz, Manuel de Falla, and Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco as well as works composed specifically for him by James Chenevert and Garcia de Leon. Mr. Pezzimenti began refining his passion for music at the age of 13 after his family moved to Florence, Italy, and has since studied with such guitar masters as Sergio Notaro, Jose Tomas, Oscar Ghighlia, Federico Moreno-Torroba, and the legendary Andres Segovia, with whom he became lifelong friends. Mr. Pezzimenti premiered at

Carnegie Hall in 1982 and has performed throughout the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and China in his long and heralded career. His concerts have been televised and broadcast nationwide in the U.S., Spain and China (the Chinese audience was three million). Playing over 60 concerts a year for three decades, Carlo has grown into the foremost proponent and interpreter of the guitar composers of this century and the lastparticularly composers from the Spanishspeaking world. Officially recognizing that role, in 2000 Spain invited him to play before King Juan Carlos at the national festival honoring Hispanic culture. Cost for the evening is $15 ICD Guest, $10 ICD Member; and $5 Students with ID. Antipasto will be served after the performance and cash bar also will be available before and after the concert. Please contact Mary Ann Webster at culture@italianclubdallas.org with any questions, and please RSVP at pezzimentiicd.eventbrite.com or at (972) 931-9167. Prepare yourselves for a night of amazing music by one of the preeminent artists in his field, all at the Italian Club of Dallas! Mary Ann Webster

For more information, visit italianclubdallas.org Buon Natale!

HOLIDAY MEAL ORDERS AT THE CLUB! Call Angelo at 972-931-9167

Half Pan with one of the following Lasagna, Cannelloni, or Baked Pasta for $40
Serves 10-12 people

OR

Whole Pan with one of the following 1 Whole Pork Loin, 3 Rotisserie Chicken, 1 Beef Tenderloin, 1 Whole Leg of Lamb, 1 Whole Ham, or 1 Whole Turkey with Sauce, Veggies & Potatoes for $80
Serves 10-12 people

The Mission Statement of the Italian Club of Dallas

To explore, preserve, and promote Italian culture, language, history, and traditions; perform charitable works; and foster social interaction within the community.

La Missione del Circolo Italiano di Dallas

Conoscere, conservare e diffondere la cultura Italiana, la lingua, la storia e le tradizioni; fare opere benefiche; promuovere i rapporti sociali all'interno della comunit.

Clubhouse 14865 Inwood Rd. Addison

Michael Trovalli, President 702-818-2530 Ron Miglini, Vice President 972-234-5567 Damian Caruso, Treasurer 972-359-1827 Frank DeSimone, Secretary 972-814-2634 Barbie Gumin 972-849-0141 Dennis Williams 214-284-3851 Carlo Strippoli 469-742-8966

ICD Board of Directors

WARM UP

WITH

SCOTCH

ON

NOVEMBER 19

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

AGNELLO CON LE CIPOLLINE STEWED LAMB WITH BUTTON ONIONS
From Basilicata, here is a very tasty, simple recipe for stewed lamb with button onions. Serves 6

When it comes to what to drink with a great meal, Italians don't limit themselves to wine and limoncello ~ they also enjoy good scotch! Why don't you branch out, too, on Saturday, November 19, when the Italian Club of Dallas presents a scotch tasting and dinner featuring the exceptional Scotch of Dalmore. Established in the Scottish Highlands in 1830 and acquired by Whyte & Mackay in 2001, Dalmore produces the finest of single malt Scotches. Chef Tommaso will create one of his excellent four-course dinners, with each course designed to complement each individual scotch. Whyte & Mackay representative Trent Roberts will guide participants through the tasting, with products ranging from a 15 year-old single malt to the magnificent 1263 King Alexander III single malt. Door prizes and a raffle featuring gifts donated by Whyte & Mackay will add the final touch to the festivities. You may think that all scotches are the same ~ or that scotch isn't really the drink for you ~ but this event will show you otherwise. Each pour will highlight the individuality of the product and will show that there is a scotch for every palate. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind evening featuring outstanding cuisine, drinks, and fellowship in the Clubhouse's warm and welcoming setting. Cocktails will be served at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Look for the menu to be posted online. The cost for the event is $60 for ICD Members and $80 for ICD Guests. Reservations are required, and we ask that you RSVP at 972-9319167, whiskydinner.eventbrite.com, or at the Clubhouse by November 17. Contact Dennis Williams at (972) 931-9167 with any questions. May the hinges of friendship never rust or the wings of love lose a feather! Do sheagh sla'inte! (To your good health!) Dennis Williams

Ingredients:
2 1/2 pounds (1.2 k) boned lamb, cut into pieces 1 pound (500 g) button onions, cleaned A rib of celery, finely sliced 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary 1/3 cup olive oil Salt & pepper to taste

Preparation:
Combine all the ingredients in a pot, add boiling water to cover, and simmer until almost all of the water has evaporated and the meat and the onions are very tender.

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