San Jose

The Italian American Heritage Foundation, hosts of the Italian Family Festa being held on August 23 and 24, will have Adrian Nestor, of the Romaggi Adobe Association, attending this year’s Festa. Mr. Nestor will present the story of a very …

As I have gotten older, I have felt the need to re-connect with so many aspects of my life. In 2009, I made a decision, and that was to come home.   In my heart, home has always been San …

Little Italy San Jose is reviving the original Italian Settlement in San Jose which dates back to the 1880’s. We thought we would elaborate on the businesses and families that settled in this historical section of Downtown San Jose.   …

He has been referred to as a Renaissance man, a community leader, a man of conviction, a loyal champion of causes, and an all around great guy. While all these are accurate descriptions of Frank Fiscalini, I’m here to give …

The Italian American Heritage Foundation (IAHF) was full of excitement at their annual Scholarship Dinner. Because of the generosity of their scholarship donors and the hard work of many volunteers at the IAHF a record 18 scholarships were awarded. As …

When you think of Italians and music, you might just think of the great opera composers, Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, or the powerful voices of Caruso, Pavarotti or Bartoli. Perhaps your mind fills with the smooth sound of Sinatra and Martin …

OH WHAT A NIGHT, the night the Coro Brenta di Tione came to Italian American Heritage Foundation (IAHF), April 27. Due to scheduling challenges, there was only a few short weeks to fill the 250 seats available but it didn’t …

The people came to enjoy a weekend of everything Italian and they were not disappointed. From the sounds of accordions, the beautiful tenor voice of ALFIO to the aromas of Italian sausages and marinara sauce simmer in huge pots.   …

Little Italy San Jose is a Non Profit Organization dedicated to the revival of the original Italian Settlement in San Jose dating back to the 1880’s.  For the past 5 years, Little Italy has moved in authentic Italian businesses such …

The community will say farewell to the San Jose native and legend, Irene Dalis, the founder and driving force of Opera San Jose, as she prepares to retire. It seems only fitting that her Farewell Tribute will be held immediately …