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The Almond Harvest
(Tribute to a family tradition)

Vito A. Pietanza and Rosa Riccio Pietanza were both born in Mola di Bari (Puglia) Italy. They arrived in NYC at young ages and lived in a community in Red Hook Brooklyn (later to become Carroll Gardens).

Vito’s family celebrates a long tradition in agriculture.  Soon after Vito and Rosa were married (and later with their 3 children) they would spend a few weeks during the summer in Mola on the Pietanza family farm. It then became a tradition for them to spend several hours a day engaging in the almond harvest.

Via photos and videos, Vito and Rosa want to share with you their love and passion for the almond harvest and for everything  “Almond”.

Fresh Pasta Making: Bow Tie & Orecchiette with Marinara Sauce

Making fresh pasta is an art and skill worth learning. Join us as we make 2 different shape pastas and enjoy them with a homemade marinara sauce.

Ricotta Gnocchi with Roasted Butternut Squash Butter Sauce 

Let your little chef prepare this delicious fall dish. This comfort food is surprisingly easy to make and Enjoy!!

BEFORE THERE WAS VENICE…
With Anita Sanseverino and Louis Leonini.

Although the city of Venice is the most well-known part of the Veneto, there are islands, towns and cities that are far older,with a history all their own. In this presentation  Louis and Anita will explore the histories of great cities such as Verona, Padova, Treviso, smaller but equally important cities to the development of the region such as Aquileia, and Adria.

Join Anita Sanseverino and Louis Leonini as they discuss the places close to Venice, such as Torcello, the place that is considered the birthplace of Venice itself, the island of Burano, a fishing village of brilliantly colored houses, painted so that the returning fishermen could see their houses through the fog.

During the presentation Anita will share her photographs of the various areas being discussed.