Pacific Italian Alliance

04/12/2026

We wish you and your loved ones a Happy Easter on this holiest of days.

Buona Pasqua!

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day is an old tradition from the Roman Empire. On February 14, Valentine’s Day celebrates the Queen of Roman gods and goddesses – Juno, the Goddess of Women and Marriage. In Italy, Valentine’s Day is known as La Festa Degli Innamorati.

Buon San Valentino, Amore Mio (Happy Valentine’s Day, My Love)

02/04/2026

The Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics run Feb 6–22, marking the first-ever dual-city Olympic Games. Nearly 2,900 athletes will compete across Italy, from Milan to the Dolomites, with events spread over 8,500 square miles.

🎶 Andrea Bocelli will headline the opening ceremony at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, joined by Mariah Carey.
👗 Team Italy will wear uniforms designed by Giorgio Armani.
🔥 The Olympic Flame will travel 7,500 miles, stopping in all 20 Italian regions.
🏛️ The Games close at the historic Arena di Verona.

The very first Winter Olympic games were held in Italy in Cortina d'Ampezzo in 1956. Its return 70 years later will be the fourth time Italy has hosted the Olympics. They have previously hosted two Winter Games: Cortina (1956) and Torino (2006); and one Summer Olympic Game: Rome (1960)

Tune in for a celebration of sport, culture, and iconic locations.

01/27/2026

We are excited to announce the American premiere of "The Marriage of Two Cities," a film that explores the connections formed during WWII through love and resilience.
Join us at the Haggin Museum on Friday, February 27, 2026, for an evening of culture, storytelling, and community.
Tickets are available for $20 through the Stockton Sister Cities Association.

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12/22/2025

The holiday classic "It's a Wonderful Life" was financed in part by A.P. Giannini, founder of the Bank of Italy, and directed by Italian-American Frank Capra. As we learned in the documentary A Little Fellow: The Legacy of A.P. Giannini, George Bailey was loosely based on Giannini's life as a humble, generous banker who devoted himself to helping everyday people and businesses. Buon Natale!

10/30/2025

Last week, we celebrated the impactful documentary "A Little Fellow" about A.P. Giannini, which has sparked enthusiasm and engagement within our community. Director Davide Fiore expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support. The production team is actively seeking distribution opportunities. Stay informed by subscribing to their email list.

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10/03/2025

We invite you to an exclusive screening of the documentary A Little Fellow, highlighting the life of A.P. Giannini, founder of the Bank of Italy. Join us on October 19 at the Janet Leigh Theatre, followed by a reception. Tickets are limited, so secure yours today!
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05/22/2025

It is time to celebrate all things Italian!

We hope you will join us at Festa Italiana! Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the Lodi Grape Festival and Grounds, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

There will be familiar favorites, including the Bambino Zone, wine tasting, live music and food, food, food. Pasquale Esposito is headlining on the main stage. FREE PARKING

Skip the line at the gates! If you wish to purchase your tickets in advance, you may purchase them at area businesses. The list is here: https://conta.cc/42GDT5E

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day Mammas!

05/09/2025

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost accepted the election canonically and took the name Leo XIV. Pope Leo, born in Chicago, is the first American pope in the Catholic Church's history.