THURSDAY, APRIL 16
Italian American Bar Association of Michigan
IABAM will hold a Special Member meeting, from 6 to 7 p.m. (via Zoom). At this meeting, the IABAM Board will vote on an amendment to the Bylaws to increase the annual dues. The meeting will also allow any members to discuss with the Board any business pertinent to the organization, and vote on any proposals if a quorum is reached. However, any proposals must be submitted in writing to ALL members one week before, meaning by or before April 9, 2026.
Lucido SCAMS Presentation
Join Macomb Prosecutor Lucido for a free, informative presentation on protecting Macomb County’s senior citizens from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Senior Expo at the Century Banquet Center, 33204 Maple Lane, Sterling Hts. Learn valuable tools and strategies to live securely and confidently. Call Heather Esposito at (586) 469-5642 for details or email Heather.Esposito@macombgov.org.
FRIDAY APRIL, 17
St. Louis Center
The Servants of Charity Congregation will hold a Memorial Mass for Fr. Joseph Rinaldo, SdC, at 11 a.m., at St. Louis Center, 16195 W. Old US Hwy. 12, Chelsea. The Most Reverend Earl Boyea, bishop of the Diocese of Lansing, will be the celebrant. A luncheon will follow the Memorial Mass. Guests are encouraged to RSVP by callling (734) 475-8430.
Italian American Club of Livonia
The IACL Cultural Committee presents a Regional Dinner featuring Le Marche at 6 p.m. with entertainment by Eclipse. Menu features tagliatelle with ragu, stoccafisso All’Anconetana, chick with lemon, roasted cauliflower with peppers. Dessert, beer and wine are included, plus an afterflow. The center is at 39200 Five Mile, Livonia. For details, call (734) 953-1106, ext. 2.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
Associazione Laziali nel Michigan
The club will host a Natale di Roma Party with doors open at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. at the Italian American Cultural Center to celebrate the 2779th birth of the founding of Italy. Entertainment by Musically Yours with Silvio and Peter. For details and reservations, call Rocco Maiuri (586) 883-2960.
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
Downriver Italian-American Club
The DIAC hosts an Evening General Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. at the Wyandotte Boat Club, 1 Pine St., Wyandotte. Pizza, salad and dessert will be provided. Membership meeting follows the meal. A headcount is needed. RSVP to Leslie Lupo (734) 748-8016 one week prior.
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
N.O.I. Foundation
N.O.I. Foundation will hold its first annual Leggerezza, an evening dedicated to celebrating and supporting Italian culture, at the Italian American Cultural Society in Clinton Township. The event brings together community members, cultural leaders, and supporters for a meaningful night that celebrates the richness of Italian heritage while supporting the Foundation’s educational and cultural initiatives. Guests will enjoy appetizers, a buffet-style dinner, dessert, and live entertainment by Sofia Roselli. The evening will also feature a live auction and presentations from Foundation leadership. For details, visit ticketscandy.com/e/leggerezza-15019
Pete Lucido Reception
Macomb Township Prosecutor Peter Lucido will host a reception from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Palazzo Grande. The menu features heavy hors d’oeuvres, an open premium bar, dinner and dessert. For details call (855) 758-2436 or email peterjlucido@peterjlucido.com. Palazzo Grande is at 54660 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
Andiamo Showroom
Pete Correale brings his sharp wit and laid-back storytelling style to the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom stage for a night of stand-up comedy built around relatable observations and effortless delivery. Doors open at 7 p.m. with show at 8 p.m. A longtime fixture in the New York comedy scene, he has appeared on The Tonight Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, and Comedy Central. With a style that feels natural, smart, and genuinely funny, Pete Correale delivers a live comedy experience that’s relaxed, engaging, and laugh-filled throughout the night. For details and tickets, visit andiamoshowroom.com
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan
The Dante hosts and Italian Book Club on the book “La Prima Regina” by Alessandra Selma from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Dante offices, 30100 Telegraph Road, Ste. 322, Bingham Farms. The event is free but registration is required at www.dantemichigan.org. There is limited seating with a maximum of 10 participants.
DEA National Drug Take Back Day
In cooperation with the Sterling Heights Police Department, Michelle Vitale-Hayes, of St. Michael Catholic Community (a largely Italian community) announces the National Drug Take Back Day at the church. Bring all your unused/expired prescription and over-the-counter medications to St. Michael Catholic Community in Sterling Heights for curbside disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (no needles please). The church is at 40501 Hayes Rd., Sterling Heights.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
Venetian Club
Club Venetian hosts Italian Consul Paolo Zanotto as he shares “A Family’s History of Resistance in Occupied Padua.” Doors open at 12:30 with presentation at 1 p.m. Lunch will follow. For details and reservations, call (248) 399-6788. Club Venetian is at 29310 John R, Madison Heights.
MONDAY, APRIL 27
Holy Family Church
The Archdiocese of Detroit will hold a “Listening Session” at 7 p.m. to hear comments on why they should keep Holy Family Church open. Fr. Paul Ward encourages all who have attended Holy Family to come and voice their opinions. Extra parking will be available. The church is at 641 Chrysler Drive, Detroit. For details call (313) 963-0246.
TUESDAY, APRIL 28
San Giuseppe Club
The San Giuseppe Club will hold a general Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. at the Italian American Cultural Center. The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details, call the center at (586) 228-3030
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29
AIO
The Americans of Italian Origin Society host a General Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. at Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Rd., Clinton Township. For details, call Larry Garrisi at (586) 817-3959.
Holy Family Church
The Archdiocese of Detroit will hold a “Listening Session” at 7 p.m. to hear comments on why they should keep Holy Family Church open. Fr. Paul Ward encourages all who have attended Holy Family to come and voice their opinions. Extra parking will be available. The church is at 641 Chrysler Drive, Detroit. For details call (313) 963-0246.
SUNDAY, MAY 3
Assunta Bake Sale
The Assunta Society of San Francesco Catholic Church will be hosting a Bake Sale after the 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon Holy Masses. Proceeds go directly to San Francesco parish. For more information contact Brenda Rivard (586) 524-0027.
Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan
The Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan will hold the 32nd Annual Concert of the Finalists of the Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students will be held on at 4 p.m., at the Italian American Cultural Society, 48843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Township. Entrance to this exciting event is free to the public, including free parking. For any questions, contact John Zaretti, VOTM President, at (734) 552-4236, or via e-mail at verdiopera@comcast.net.
TUESDAY, MAY 5
Columbus Day Celebration Committee
The Columbus Day Celebration Committee will meet at the Italian American Cultural Center at 6:45 p.m. to plan the weeklong celebration of Columbus Day in Metro Detroit. For details, call The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. 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 Julie and Jim Bademian; give them a call at (313) 388-2264 and let them know you are attending. Bring your own board and card games.
Italian American Cultural Center
Senior Bocce Leagues begin registration at 10 a.m. at the Italian American Cultural Center, 43843 Romeo Plank Clinton Township. A Team Formation Meeting will be held May 12 at 10 a.m. and the first day to play will be Tuesday, May 19. For details, call the center at (586) 228-3030.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
Italian American Chamber of Commerce of MI
The IACCM will hold their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Andiamo, 7096 E. 14 Mile, Warren. For details, call (586) 925-2020.
Italian American Club of Livonia
The IACL hosts the “May Crowning” where the community is invited to participate in the May crowning of Mary followed by an ice cream social. They especially encourage first communicants wearing their communion attire, along with the IACL Columbus Day Queens and Court, the Rosary Group and the IACL community to participate in the procession. RSVP at (734) 953-1137, ext. 2. The club is at 39200 Five Mile, Livonia.
THURSDAY, MAY 7
Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan
FADM will host their General Membership meeting 7 p.m. at the Italian American Cultural Center, 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. For details call (586) 248-1159.
SUNDAY, MAY 10
Century Banquet Center
The Century Banquet Center will host Mother’s Day Brunch with seatings from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The buffet menu will include salad bar, gulf shrimp, city chicken, kielbasa, stuffed cabbage, grilled chicken Monterey, pierogi station, marinara pasta station, macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders station and a build-your-own ice cream sundae bar. Contact the Banquet Office for details at (586) 264-7990. The center is at 33204 Maple Lane (14 Mile and Hoover) in the American Polish Century Club.
Italian American Cultural Society
The IACS will hold a Mother’s Day Brunch with seatings every half hour from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Menu will feature a waffle, crepe and French toast station, scrambled eggs with applewood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, hash browns, fresh fruit, maple glazed ham, beef tenderloin, lemon pepper salmon, chicken piccata, tortellini primavera, bow tie palomino, Italian sausage parmesan redskins, charcuterie, smoked salmon and a grand pastry table. For details, call (586) 421-5155. The IACS is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp.
Mirage Banquets & Catering
The Mirage will host Mother’s Day Brunch, featuring apple crepes, breakfast frittata, Tuscan chicken sauté, seafood cacciatore, penne Bolognese, cheese stuffed shells pomodoro, roasted pork loin and more. Seating times are at 11, 11:30 a.m. and 1 and 1:30 p.m. Mirage is at 16980 18 Mile, Clinton Township. For details and reservations call (586) 228-2222 or visit TheMirageBanquets.com
Picano’s Restaurant
Picano’s Italian Grille in Troy will host a special Mother’s Day menu. For details and reservations call (248) 689-8050. Picano’s is at 3775 Rochester Rd., Troy.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
AIO
The Americans of Italian Origin Society host a General Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. at Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Rd., Clinton Township. For details, call Larry Garrisi at (586) 817-3959.
THURSDAY, MAY 14
San Francesco Church
San Francesco (Italian) Church will host a meeting of Archdiocese of Detroit Restructuring from 7 to 9 p.m. In this session you will have a chance to share your insights and hopes for the future of San Francesco (Italian) Church. These sessions are open to the public to gather feedback as part of the restructuring process. This will be the community’s only opportunity to have a voice. Feedback during these listening sessions will be shared with the Archdiocesan Core Planning Team and Archbishop Weisenburger for his discernment. It is imperative the San Francesco Community attends to have a voice. All are welcome and clubs are invited to attend with their banners. The church is at 22870 S. Nunneley, Clinton Twp.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
San Francesco Church PIME Missionary Orphans Club
The Orphans Club will host their next meeting at 1 p.m. in the Father Rossi Hall at San Francesco Parish. The club sponsors needy children throughout the world and the PIME missions. They currently sponsor 30 children and would love to sponsor more and support some of the ongoing projects in the Missions. For information contact Santino Polidori (586) 354-0389. San Francesco is at 22870 S. Nunneley, Clinton Twp.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
AIO
The Americans of Italian Origin Society host a General Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. at Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Rd., Clinton Township. For details, call Larry Garrisi at (586) 817-3959.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2
Columbus Day Celebration Committee
The Columbus Day Celebration Committee will meet at the Italian American Cultural Center at 6:45 p.m. to plan the weeklong celebration of Columbus Day in Metro Detroit. For details, call The center is at 43843 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp. 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 Julie and Jim Bademian; give them a call at (313) 388-2264 and let them know you are attending. Bring your own board and card games.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
Italian American Chamber of Commerce of MI
The IACCM will hold their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Club Venetian, 29310 John R, Madison Heights. For details, call (586) 925-2020.
SUNDAY, JUNE 6
Dante Alighieri Society of MI
The dante hosts “Napoli Milionaria,” by Eduardo De Filippo. Doors Open at 5 p.m. with performance starting at 6:30 p.m. Some stories belong to a city, yet speak to the whole world. The performance will display English supertitles. The performance will be held at Marygrove Theatre, 8425 W McNichols Rd., Detroit. Free parking is available just outside the theatre. Tickets available at dantemichigan.org. Click on “events.”
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.
