In case of inclement weather it will be held at Priori Hall at the church. Each person attending is to bring a dish to share with other members. Beverages, plates and utensils will be provided by the Society. Bring lawn chairs, bocce, there is a playground for the children. Also accordionist Bob (Roberto) Klemm will play Italian music. […]
IHSI Board Member and local author, Carol Faenzi will take us on a trip through the place where many of our ancestors passed into America. What did an immigrant experience during the first 24 hours? A fascinating walk through its history and photographs. Lawrence Public Library 7898 Hague Road Sunday, June 2, 2019 2:00 pm Refreshment served
Holy Rosary presents this year's ethnic event of the summer! Come out to enjoy Live Music, Dancing, Amusement rides, and Italian food including; Fried Raviolli, Spaghetti, Antipasto Salad, Meatball & Sausage sandwiches, Breadsticks, Fettuccine Alfredo, Bruschetta, Italian Sausage, Pizza, Meat Tortellini, Tiramisu, Cannolis, Cheesecake,and Italian Wines. Follow this link to Learn More This is one […]
The IHSI Scholarship Golf Tournament will be on Sunday, June 23 at Sarah Shank Golf Course. Matt Iaria and David Page have organized this ongoing event. We need individual or businesses to sponsor each of the 18 holes for $100 each. So please contact Matt at 317-443-5335 to sponsor one of the holes and to […]
The Medici family first attained wealth and political power in Florence in the 13th century through its success in commerce and banking. Beginning is 1434 with the rise to power of Cosimo de Medici, the family’s support of the arts and humanities made Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance. A must read. “A superb […]
Italian Heritage Society Lecture Series Back By Popular Demand! Obtaining Dual Citizenship: What You Need to Know! Sunday, August 18, 2019 at Nora Library 2:00-4:00 pm Always Free - No RSVP required. IHSI member Marlene Adami walk us through the complex process of applying for Italian Citizenship. This is not to be missed if you […]
Dear Members and 'future members' of the Italian Heritage Society of Indiana, IHSI would like to personally invite you to our fundraising event. A reception to meet Lidia Bastianich. Lidia will be at the WFYI PBS studios at which she will be taping an interview for WFYI. Afterwards she will be the guest at a […]
Italian POW Chapel in the Meadow at Camp Atterbury Collage of 2018 Reunion Join IHSI for 30th Annual Celebration of Mass & Picnic 11:00 a.m. Presentation of Colors Ceremony and Mass The Picnic will follow nearby, bocce and games are planned. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. A main […]
Led by Ray E. Brown Jr., this 2-mile walking tour explores the history of Italian legacy of the near southeast area of Indianapolis. The tour will start at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, which has been the heart of Indianapolis' Italian community, the bocce courts at Lacey Park, and other historical places in the area. After […]
October is Italian American Heritage month, so we will read a new biography of Christopher Columbus’ legacy, which is being hotly debated. Our reading this book will bring about interesting discussions as we learn of actual circumstances and the consequences that befell Columbus during his four voyages to the American continent. Book: Columbus, the Four […]
