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Italia Unita Film Series
'Le Chiavi di Casa' (The Keys to the House)
Where: Boston Public Library, 276 Meridian St., East Boston
When: Monday September 27, 2010 at 6 PM
For those of you who remember the Seville Theater on Meridian Street we are bringing it back at the Boston Public Library in East Boston! Film Night is FREE and open to the public.
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Synopsis: "Prepare yourself for suffering if you intend to be close to him." So speaks the mother of a young woman with severe disabilities, speaking to Gianni, the father of 16-year-old Paolo, himself developmentally disabled. Gianni abandoned the boy at birth, when the child's mother died, and Paulo's aunt and uncle have raised him. They have contacted Gianni and asked him to take Paulo to Berlin for a battery of medical tests. Images of people walking, running, skating, and dancing dot the screen as Gianni and Paulo get to know each other. Over a few days, Gianni tries to sort out his obligations and his desires. Will he accept his role as father to this engaging, mercurial, disabled youth?
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Italia Unita Sponsors
Il Circolo
When: The first Wednesday of the month.
Where: Rino's Place, 258 Saratoga Street E. Boston, MA.
Il Circolo is a club for those who speak Italian and for those interested in learning the language. Membership is open to anyone who speaks Italian and to anyone at any level of learning the language who would enjoy an opportunity to speak or practice their language skills in a friendly, social setting. The club meets one evening each month for dinner and conversation. One simply pays for his or her own meal. No commitment is required; one attends as he or she is able. The only requirement is a desire to share a fun evening out in an environment where Italian is spoken! Dinner includes appetizers, pasta course, main course and coffee/dessert. All other beverages and gratuities are not included. Dinner is a set price of $35 which includes house wine. (Cash only. Tax and gratuities not included).
This event is only open to Italia Unita members. To become a member fill out this application and send it to us. Call 617-561-3201 or e-mail ItaliaUnita@verizon.net to reserve your space.
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Our Annual Italia Unita Festival
This is our signature event is the Italian Festival. It has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in New England. This three-day Italian Festival is held every third week in July an is a celebration of the Italian culture. Central Square transforms itself into a Italian "piazza" style setting where people capture the essence of community and a feeling of unity. Thousands flock to East Boston to enjoy it. During the festival people can sample authentic Italian cooking from various food carts, while enjoying the free entertainment and cultural attractions. It's here that they can greet family and see friends they haven't seen in years or meet new people just the same! While second and third generation Italian-Americans can come and appreciate the richness of their culture, people of all other different cultures can enjoy the festival and gain an education in Italian traditions. The festival has something for everyone from kiddies to seniors.
Directions:
Parking is limited. Our festival is MBTA accessible via the Maverick Station stop on the Blue Line. From there head two blocks on Meridian Street to the festival. Click here for MapQuest Directions to the festival!
For more information about our Annual Festival click here.
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