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Humanities approach to reliving ancient Rome: using art, music, literature, cinema, and history in memory of the 50th anniversary of Spartacus, Film segments from Ben Hur and Gladiator; a discussion of two dozen films and Hollywood’s love affair with this era.

A Jenna Maria Constantine film New York Premiere.  A Sicilian Odyssey - coming to theaters in 2011. Meet the director, cast and the true stars. Official selection New York International Film Festival.

Bring your family and friends for a day filled with fun, good food and entertainment . Some of the activities planned include: egg-throwing, water balloons and pie-eating contests; bocce, music and entertainment, and swimming throughout the day. Please call for location and further information.

Admission: Members $12; Members children (6-17) $7; Non members $20; children (6-17) $10; Children 5 and under are free.

A very special women drumming and dance celebration inspired by the Brazilian and Southern Italian rituals of purification and rebirth in honor of the Goddess of Love and Waters. Presented by Alessandra Belloni and Daughters of Cybele.

Guest speakers: Juliet Papa, reporter for 1010 WINS Radio in New York and Peter Carravetta, Ph.D., Alfonse M. D’Amato Professor European Languages, Literatures and Cultures Stony Brook University. Please call for further information and to RSVP.

Admission: $75

Using literature and cinema, the true definition of “history” is revealed based on the Italian philosopher and writer, Benedetto Croce.

Admission: $15 includes lunch and new edition of the magazine

Italian Street fair with rides, games, music, entertainment and world famous Arthur Avenue food. The procession with the statue will take place on Sunday, July 18th at 5:00 pm.

Outdoor concert with “The People’s Tenor” Michael Amante.

Admission: free; open to the public

Wine and cheese reception for artist Antonio DeSantis and his show of paintings. DeSantis’ playful images encourage us to take action and make life-style changes to find alternative energy, curb air pollution and deforestation. The show can be seen through October 3, 2010.

A fiery “journey” through South of Italy featuring magic rituals and tarantellas used as music therapy and healing chants in honor of the Black Madonna, as well as original songs by Alessandra Belloni inspired by the rituals and rhythms of Brazil. Featuring Alessandra Belloni, vocals, percussion and ritual dance; drummer Vinnie Scialla, guest violinist Susan Aquila, acoustic and electric violin, guitarist Wiilson Montouri

Admission: $10