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.

Annual Columbus Day Grand Gala

2024 Columbus Day Grand Gala

October 19, 2024 | 5:30PM


2024 AWARDEES


John D'Argenio

JOHN D'ARGENIO

ITALIAN AMERICAN

OF THE YEAR


The IACC has selected John as our Italian American of the Year in recognition of his distinguished record as the VP and Director of Athletics for Siena College. We also applaud John's being the seventh longest-tenured athletic director in Division One, serving the same institution.

HON. PETER G. CRUMMEY

ITALIAN SPIRIRT AWARD


The IACC has selected Peter to receive our "Italian Spirit Award" in recognition of his 40-year career serving the Town of Colonie as its Deputy Town Attorney, senior colonie town judge, Albany County Legislator, and now Town Supervisor. 

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GEORGE URCIUOLI

Past President

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JOSEPH MIRABILE

PASQUALE TIRINO

SERVICE AWARD


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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.

 


 

DATE:

October 19, 2024

 

TIME:

5:30PM |Cocktail Hour

7:00PM | Dinner

8:00PM | Dancing

 

PRICE:

$55.00 Members

$75.00 Non-Members

 

MENU INCLUDES:

    First-class cocktail hour
    Pasta course
    Salad course
    Surf and Turf dinner

vegetarian option is available
    Seasonal Dessert.

 

Complimentary beer, wine & soda are included.

Cash bar available

 


TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION

CALL THE IACC AT 

(518) 456-4222 OR


LAST YEARS COLUMBUS DAY GRAND GALA


Columbus Day Grand Gala 2023
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CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF TRADITION!


On Saturday, October 21, 2023, the IACC celebrated our 50th Anniversary at our Annual Columbus Day Grand Gala.  Almost 250 of our members and guests ate well, drank well, and danced the night away in celebration of our Italian heritage.

 

We honored the Honorable Thomas DiNapoli, NYS Comptroller, as our Italian American of the Year.  We also awarded the Italian Spirit Award to the Honorable Darius Shahinfar.  IACC member awards were given to Past President Angelo Tarantino, who was awarded the President’s Award; Anthony "Tony" Fazio received the Pasquale Tirino Service Award; and Sharon Patrei was given the Heart of Gold Award.

 

The event was a testament to the Italian spirit being alive and well at the IACC.  Plans are underway for next year’s gala on Saturday, October 19, 2024. 


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