2026-2027 Membership Events
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Cancellation policies: No refunds on Gold or Silver Packages; individual tickets may be sold on the Ticket Exchange. Events: no refunds on tickets; may be sold on the Ticket Exchange. |
* Luncheon: Columbus Day Monday, October 13th 2026 1130 AM Casa Cotzelli - 6175 Towncenter Circle, Naples, FL October is National Italian Heritage and Culture Month. Celebrate our rich culture and pay tribute to Cristoforo Colombo, for his courage, determination and navigational skills. His voyages opened a new chapter in the history of the world. Join us for a delicious luncheon and friendly conversation. (not included in Gold or Silver packages) |
Luncheon: Pranzo del Rientro! Welcome Back! Wednesday, November 11th 2026 - 11:30 AM, Vineyards CC “Basilicata: 3000 Years of History & Culture" speaker: Franco Mormando Discover the quiet magic of Basilicata—a land where time lingers, traditions endure, and beauty reveals itself to those who look closer. We invite you beyond Italy’s well-trodden paths into a region of rugged mountains, ancient villages, and soulful cuisine shaped by centuries of history. Chair: Adam Crescenzi Doors Open 30 minutes before start time. |
Festa di Natale Dinner Dance Sunday, December 13th 2026 - 6:00 PM Vineyards Country Club Get into the holiday spirit and festive mood of Christmas at the beautifully decorated Vineyards Country Club for an elegant holiday evening with just the right amount of jingle bell rock! Enjoy hot and cold hors d'oeuvres with a flute of sparkling Prosecco. After cocktails we will follow the music into the dining room for a delicious three course dinner followed by dancing to the music of Brylcream, back by popular demand! Cocktail attire. Doors Open 30 minutes before start time. |
Lecture/Luncheon Thursday, January 21st 2027 - 11:30 AM, Vineyards CC "Olive Groves, Ancient Stone, & Azure Sea: Life in Puglia" by Pasquale Cetera Puglia (in english Apulia) is one of the most fascinating regions in southern Italy, famous for its extraordinary variety of landscapes, traditions and flavors. Often referred as the “heel of the boot”, Puglia overlooks the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, offering kilometers of coastline with crystal clear waters, spectacular cliffs and golden beaches. But its uniqueness is not only the sea: in the hinterland are centuries-old olive groves, quiet countryside and white villages rich in history. |
* HD Opera: Live from the Met: Puccini's La Fanciulla del West Saturday, Jan 23, 2027 11 am- Paragon Pavilion Theater
Giacomo Puccini lived a life as dramatic and emotionally rich as the operas he created, blending personal passion with extraordinary musical sensitivity. Born in 1858 in Lucca, Italy, he rose to become one of opera’s greatest composers, carving out an intensely human style. His works—like La Bohème, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly—are beloved for their soaring melodies, vivid characters, and heart-wrenching realism, often portraying love, sacrifice, and longing with cinematic intensity. By the time of his death in 1924, he had transformed opera into an art form that felt immediate and deeply relatable, leaving behind a legacy that continues to move audiences around the world. (not included in Gold or Silver packages) |
Concert: Echoes of Italy: an afternoon with the Ricciardi's Saturday, February 6th 2027, 2:00 PM 1st Congregational Church The sights and sounds of Italy! Husband and wife duo, Vincent and Emily Ricciardi, bring to life beloved Italian songs, Italian Opera classics, and Italian-American favorites. Enjoy some of the most treasured and memorable pieces of music from artists like: Mario Lanza, Connie Francis, Andrea Bocelli, and Maria Callas, as they take you on a journey from Italy to Little Italy, and beyond. Reception to follow catered by Casa Cotzelli. Doors Open 15 minutes before start time. |
| Lecture/Luncheon Tuesday, February 16th 2027, 11:30 AM, Naples Hilton "Matera: the Miracle City" speaker: Carla Gambescia Learn about the dramatic transformation of the Italian city of Matera from a national symbol of poverty and filth—the "shame of Italy"—in the 1950s into a thriving, UNESCO-listed tourism hotspot and 2019 European Capital of Culture. Doors Open 30 minutes before start time. |
* Italian White Dinner aboard the Naples Princess Saturday March 6th, boards at 4:15 p.m. An evening of elegance under a sea of white. Join us for a sunset dinner cruise featuring Italian music, candlelight, and special dinner. All are invited to dress in white and enjoy this atmosphere inspired by the timeless charm of southern Italy. Limited spaces, register early. |
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| * Presentation / Reception Thursday, March 11th 2027, 1:30 PM, Norris Center "Sun, Soil & Soul: Wines of Southern Italy" with wine expert: Marcello Palazzi In the comfort of the Norris Center, learn the history and secrets of the wines of Basilicata, Calabria and Puglia from a local sommelier. Reception to follow. |
Lecture/Luncheon Tuesday, March 16th 2027, 11:30 AM Naples Hilton "Between Two Seas: the Soul and Secrets of Calabria" speaker: Karen Haid Explore a land less traveled, from spectacular landscapes to compelling history, deep-rooted traditions and outstanding cuisine. Join this cultural journey to Southern Italy! Doors Open 30 minutes before start time. |
Farewell Luncheon: Looking Forward to Next Year End of Season Farewell, Annual Meeting & Elections Friday, April 2, 2027 - 11:30 AM. Audubon Country Club Includes a preview of next season's events, and election of new board members. Doors Open 30 minutes before start time. |
