18/11/2025
On 15 November 2025, the Firenze Chapter of the Knights of Rizal celebrated its 12th Anniversary with the Commanders' Ball held in Le Pavoniere, Florence, Italy.
The event began with the Entrance of Colours and singing of the Italian and Philippine National Anthems followed by an invocation. Advisory Board Chair Sir Dennis Arcilla Reyes opened the event with an introduction highlighting community service activities as a form of public service. Chapter Commander Sir Rob Carrillo, KCR presented the achievements of the chapter during RY 2023-2025. A number of chapter members and partners were recognised for their contributions for the year. The Excellence Award went to Lady Soccoro " Sue Dena " Gecolea. The Chapter Commendation went to Sir Francisco Santiso, and Certificates of Recognition were given to Sir LeoBoy Pinon and Sir Mario Cadauan.
Joining the Knights of Rizal - Firenze Chapter in its celebrations and delivering congratulatory speeches were the Knights of Rizal and Kababaihang Rizalista chapters of Milan and Modena as well as heads and officers of various Filipino civic organisations such as Filcom Tuscany ODV, Echagueños, Guardians Emigrant chapters of Firenze and Montecatini, Pinoi Arezzo, FEA Empoli, Mabini and Friends, Filipino Bowlers Club in Tuscany, United Filipino Group of OFWs, the Golden Group, among others.
Guests were served a full-course dinner and the event ended with a Cake-Cutting Ceremony and a toast followed by dancing.