JULY
SUNDAY, JULY 26
San Francesco Church
San Francesco (Italian) Parish, Clinton Township, will host their Annual Parish Picnic. The picnic will be held on church grounds from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate “Italian Style” with fun for the whole family – food, music, and games. For more information, contact Ann Burrell (586) 242-1981.
AUGUST
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Italian American Cultural Society
The Italian American Cultural Society hosts a “Summertime Tea Party” at 11 a.m. for mothers, daughters, grandmothers, aunts, etc. The event features special teas and a light lunch menu. A variety of scones with Devonshire cream, soup, broccoli and cheese quiche and tea sandwiches are on the menu. Prepaid reservations only. For details call the center at (586) 228-3030. The IACS is at 43843 Romeo Plank Road just south of Hall Road in Clinton Township.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan
FADM will host their annual Picnic at Croatian American Center Park, 11390 22 Mile Road, Shelby Twp., with a Mass at 11 a.m. and dinner at 1 p.m. and pizza served at 4:30 p.m. Bocce will be available as well as a bounce house for the kids, soccer courts and music. For details and tickets, call Pete Fuciarelli (586) 248-1159, Toni DiCesare (248) 292-9662 or Laura Iannuzzi (586) 649-8385.
Santa Fara di Cinisi
The Santa Fara di Cinisi celebrates with a Picnic in the Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chief Gene Shepherd Park, 2452 23 Mile, east of Dequindre, in Shelby Twp. The group will meet at the splash pad. Bring your family and friends to our annual picnic! Enjoy doughnuts and coffee in the morning and ricotta, grilled meats, watermelon salads and more later in the day, along with outdoor games, and a sense of community while supporting Love for A Child. Raffle prizes, games and more. Bring your bathing suit and towel to enjoy the kids-only splash pad. RSVP to Michael Biondo at (586) 453-7878, Salvo Giammanco (586) 243-9337, or Giovanni Moceri (586) 224-9325.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
Columbus Day Celebration Committee
The CDCC will meet at 6:45 p.m. at Cellar 104 at 104 Macomb Place, Mt. Clemens to discuss the plans for the weeklong Columbus Day Celebration in Metro Detroit. For details, call President Joe Ventimiglia (586) 805-1010.
Downriver Italian American Club
The DIAC hosts a Card Party at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 3530 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte from 6 to 9 p.m. with a light supper. Club members and their guests are welcome. The event is chaired by Alice Patton. Give her a call at (734) 697-7902 and let her know you are attending. Bring your own board and card games.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
Conca D’Oro Club
The Conca d’Oro club will meet at the Italian American Cultural Center at 7:30 p.m. The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details, call the center at (586) 228-3030.
IACS Seniors
The Italian American Cultural Center Seniors Group will meet at 10 a.m. at the IACS Clubhouse. The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details, call the center at (586) 228-3030.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
Villa Bella Classic Car Show
Villa Bella Retirement Community will host their 16th Annual Classic Car Show from 5 to 8 p.m. with food and refreshments, live entertainment, prizes and fun. Enter your classic car to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd place. For details, call (586) 412-8910. Villa Bella is at 15894 19 Mile in Clinton Twp. For details visit their website at www.villa-bella.net
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9
AIO
The Americans of Italian Origin Society will host their annual Picnic at Clinton Twp. Civic Center Park beginning at noon, featuring food, children’s games and bocce. For details, call President Lorenzo Garrisi (586) 817-3959.
Italian American Cultural Center
The IACS hosts the 6th annual Ferragosto beginning at 5 p.m. with live music featuring Lia Lucci and Biagio, face painting, a 50/50 raffle, bocce and super slide and a live concert. Picnic menu includes arancini, pizza, panelle, sfincione, seafood salad, gelato beer, wine, cocktails and more. The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details, call the center at (586) 228-3030.
Roselli Golf Outing
The Roselli Golf Outing in memory of Tony Roselli will be held at Greystone Golf Course. Registration opens at 7:45 a.m. with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Proceeds support Cancer Research at Cleveland Clinic. . For details, call Anthony Roselli at (586) 879-9876.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
Italian Heritage Night at Comerica
Join the IACS and the Italian American Chamber of Commerce at 4 p.m. for Italian Heritage Night at Comerica Park. Bus trip includes baseline seats in Sections 119 and 118, a game day jersey passed out on the bus Italian performances. Pick up location is at the Italian American Cultural Society, 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details and reservations, call (586) 228-3030. Also, the Italian American Club of Livonia will have a 5 p.m. bus to the event and will arrive at Comerica by 5:30 p.m. for pre-game Italian Heritage festivities. For details, call (734) 953-1106 x. 2.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
Assunta & San Rocco Society
To celebrate the Assumption of our Blessed Mother and Festa di San Rocco there will be a Holy Mass at noon and Procession to follow at San Francesco Catholic Church, 22870 S. Nunneley, Clinton Twp. Presented by the Assunta Society and San Rocco Society, all club banners are welcome. Coffee and sweets to follow in the Father Rossi Hall. All proceeds will directly benefit the needy of San Francesco Church, Friends of Foster Kids, Returning Veterans and St. Louis Center. For Sponsorship/ Donations call Dominic Melia, President of San Rocco Society, (586) 530-8139.
Downriver Italian American Club
The DIAC will host their annual Summer Picnic at the Young Patriots Park on Sibley Rd. west of Fort Street in Riverview. Bocce, horseshoes and other summer games and food prepared by chef Joe Pagano will be available. Do not wait to reserve until the day of the picnic as a head count needs to be made. RSVP by Aug. 9. For details and reservations, call Sam Randazzo (734) 676-8463.
IACL Ferragosto
The Italian American Club of Livonia hosts Ferragosto with doors open at 11 a.m., Mass on the Piazza at 11:30 a.m. and food and entertainment to follow. Deadline for reservations is Aug 7. Picnic menu includes antipasto, trippa, porchetta, grilled chicken, Italian potato salad, roasted vegetables and dessert. For info and tickets call (734) 953-1106, ext. 2. The IACL is at 39200 Five Mile, Livonia.
Maria S.S. di Trapani
The Blessed Mother’s feast day will be celebrated at Holy Family Church in Detroit, sponsored by the Conca D’oro Club. All Italian clubs and societies and members are invited to bring their banners and participate in the procession. The celebration will begin at 10:30 a.m. with a procession and Mass. Refreshments will follow in the church social hall. For details, contact Pauline Basilico (586) 731-8931 or Vince Amaro (586) 944-6944.
MONDAY, AUGUST 17
Little Camille’s Community BBQ
Little Camille’s by the Green hosts a Free Community BBQ from 5 to 8 p.m. in support of Anthony G. Forlini for Secretary of State and Doug Lloyd for Attorney General. Enjoy complimentary BBQ and meet the candidates. Little Camille’s is at 4575 County Line Road, Casco. For details, call (586) 727-7029.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
Columbus Day Celebration Committee
The CDCC will meet at 6:45 p.m. at Cellar 104 at 104 Macomb Place, Mt. Clemens to discuss the plans for the weeklong Columbus Day Celebration in Metro Detroit. For details, call President Joe Ventimiglia (586) 805-1010.
MONDAY, AUGUST 24
Frank Krause Memorial Golf Outing
The Frank Krause Memorial Golf Outing will be held at Cracklewood Golf Course, 18215 24 Mile, Macomb. Shotgun start will be at 9 a.m. Includes 18 holes of golf with cart, coffee and doughnuts on arrival, lunch hot dog and chips at the turn, 3 drink tickets per golfer and a buffet dinner in the clubhouse. For details, call Bill at (586) 419-2201.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27
Macomb Prosecutor Pete Lucido
Join Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido and the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office at 1:30 p.m. at the Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden, Warren, for a presentation to empower seniors, their families, and guardians with essential information to prevent scams and protect against exploitation. For more information, contact Heather at (586) 469-5642 or email heather.esposito@macombgov.org.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
Americans of Italian Origin Society
The AIO hosts their annual Scholarship Golf Outing at Fern Hill with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Features 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch, beverage tickets, steak dinner and prizes. Fern Hill is at 17600 Clinton River Road, Clinton Twp. For details, call Lorenzo Garrisi (586) 817-3959 or Mike DiGirolamo (586) 212-1520.
Benefit on the Bay
MacRay Harbor on Lake St. Clair will be the site of theb33rd Annual Benefit on the Bay, from which 100% of the event’s proceeds benefit the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Ticket includes appetizers, dinner, dancing, beer, wine and desserts. Hosted by Jay Towers, guests will enjoy an evening of live entertainment, high-end silent and live auctions, dancing, and tin can and cash raffles. Live auction items include a Boat Outing + Private Dinner, Dinner with Jay Towers, and Yamaha Jetski. There will be lively performances from artists like the Capuchin Soup Kitchen Choir. MacRay is at 30675 North River Road, Harrison Township. For advance tickets and details, call Mike at (248) 318-7655 or (248) 852-8600.
Connect and Care Golf Outing
Nikki ‘Pascarella’ Saunden, Connect and Care Coordinator for Love INC of the Greater Livingston Area, invites the community to participate in a special golf outing that will benefit the organization’s mission of serving individuals and families in need through local church partnerships. It will be held at Chemung Hills Golf Club, 3125 Golf Club Road in Howell. Check-in at 8 a.m. with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Golfers will also have the opportunity to meet former Detroit Tigers star Lance Parrish, who will make a special appearance at the event. For details visit www.livingstonloveinc.org/golf-outing-2025-complete
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30
Societa Maria S.S. di Custonaci
The Society would like to invite everyone to their Annual Procession and Mass. Clubs and Societies and members are welcome to bring their banners and participate. The Procession will begin at 1:30 p.m. with a Mass following at San Francesco Church in Clinton Twp. There will be a dinner and entertainment by Silvio & Peter following the Mass at Fern Hill Golf & Country Club on Clinton River Rd. For tickets and details, call Frank Fontana (586) 786-1269 or Salvatore Basilico (586) 731-8931.
ONGOING
Century Banquet Center
“The Dance” is back every Tuesday night at Century Banquet Center, located within the American Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane (14 Mile and Hoover) in Sterling Heights. Executive Chef Len Palermino invites the public to dance to the greatest hits of swing, jazz and more. Doors open at 7 p.m. For details, call (586) 264-9496.
IACS
The Italian American Cultural Society hosts Nonni Night Pasta Dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. the last Monday of every month. Prepaid reservations only. Dinner includes soft drinks and desserts. For details and reservations, call (586) 228-3030. The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, just south of Hall Road in Clinton Twp.
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