For all of the events, doors open 30 minutes before start time. The price for each of the four events is $20.00 per person.
If you choose to attend all four events and reserve by October 3, you will enjoy a 15% discount!
Reservations required please call 239-597-5210 Please press 1
CELEBRATION 2013
THE YEAR OF ITALIAN CULTURE
MONDAY OCTOBER 14, 2013
DOORS OPEN 5:30pm / DINNER SERVED 6:00pm
Discussion on controversial 16th century artist Caravaggio, (the other Michelangelo) outlining how his naturalism movement influenced other great artists. Presented by art historian Edith Coleman.
Buffet Dinner of Classic Lasagna, Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Penne Pasta, Italian Meatballs, Flame Grilled Veggies, Italian Market Salad, Assorted Italian Breads, Dessert & Coffee
SUNDAY OCTOBER 20, 2013
DOORS OPEN 5:30pm / DINNER SERVED 6:00pm
Evening of Film and Food. Dsicussion of Italian neorealiasm; with film excerpts and a comparison with contemporary film. Presented by Dr. Charles Lommanto.
Buffet Dinner of Baked Stuffed Shells, Flame Grilled Chicken Picatta, Farfalla Pesto Cream Pasta w/ Grilled Shrimp, Sausage and Peppers, Grilled Crimini Mushrooms, Caesar Salad, Assorted Italian Breads, Dessert & Coffee
SATURDAY OCTOBER 26, 2013
DOORS OPEN 11:30am / LUNCHEON SERVED 12:00pm
An Illuminating and fascinating lecture on Canto V of Dante's Inferno that will delve into depths of this masterpiece. Presented by Dr. Deana Basile Kelly.
Luncheon of Marinated Flame Grilled Chicken, Walnut Salad w/Red Onions, Grape tomatoes, Gorgonzola, Red Grapes, Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette over a Spring Blend, Assorted Italian Breads, Dessert & Coffee
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2013
DOORS OPEN 4:30pm / DINNER SERVED 5:00pm
Lecture on Composer Giacomo Puccini interspersed with arias performed by ONcore of OperaNaples. Presented by Dr. Ron Bowman.
Buffet Dinner of Antipasto Bar – assortment of Italian Cheeses, Cold Cuts, Roasted Vegetables, Pomodoro Salad and Italian Breads. Pasta Bar – Penne Pasta, Farfalle, Rigatoni Pastas prepared by our Chef with Guests choice of Pesto Cream, Pomodoro or Sauce Alfredo
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2013
DOORS OPEN 3:30pm / MOVIE STARTS 4:00pm
Fun for the entire family when we show PINOCCHIO, the classic Walt Disney film. Cookies and refreshments. Admission is FREE
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2013
COCKTAILS & DINNER 5:30pm
Gala Dinner and Festivities
Guests of Honor:
Concul General of Italy-Miami
Honarable Adolfo Barattolo
Professionals of Italian Heritage
Louis D. D'Agostino. Esq.
Dr. Michael F. D'Angelo
Domenico A. Lucarelli, Esq.
Dr. Antonio G. Zampogna
Entertainment by the young singers of Opera Naples, the ONcore group.
Reservations required please call 239-597-5210 Please press 1
Formal Attire
$75.00 per Person
Naples Hilton Inn