Columbus Day Grand Gala
Columbus Day Grand Gala
The Italian American Community Center gathers yearly to celebrate Italian Americans' contributions to our community.
The special event is open to the public and will include great food, drink, music, and fun.
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2025 Columbus Day Grand Gala
October 18, 2025 | 5:30PM
Annual Awards
Italian American of the Year
This annual Award is given to someone of Italian American descent who has significantly contributed to their community. What we say about this honoree is, "Look at them," "Look at what they have accomplished, "They are one of us," "They are Italian American."
Italian Spirit Award
Each year, the I.A.C.C. bestows the Italian Spirit Award on someone not necessarily of Italian American descent. This Award is given to someone who embodies the Italian Spirit and has made a difference in the lives of Italian Americans.
Presidents Award
The recipient of the President's Award is chosen solely by the current I.A.C.C. President and is given to an individual who has exhibited exemplary leadership, volunteer service, dedication, and devotion to the I.A.C.C.
Pasquale Tirino Service Award
The Pasquale Tirino Award is named for Charter Member Pasquale Tirino, who was our beloved and long-tenured daily volunteer manager of our outside facilities. In his name, this Award recognizes individuals for their many years of service and commitment to the I.A.C.C.
Cuore de Oro Award
This Award celebrates club members who have made significant contributions to this organization by giving unselfishly. They always put others first, go the extra mile, and are ready to help out.
2024 COLUMBUS DAY GRAND GALA