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Saint Ambrogio Society is a social club located in Rockford, Illinois, USA.  It began as an Italian-American club only for those who migrated to America from the Ferentino region of Italy, but today it has grown to open it's doors to all peoples and cultures.  It's purpose is to bring together those interested in socializing, fellowship, music, laughter, and games while supporting various civic and charitable works to enrich the lives of it's members and the community.

   

Because the roots of the Club's past go deep to it's ITALIAN HERITAGE, it will continue to feature activities that educate and share popular Italian traditions with friends and family.  Events include Italian food, music, and Bocce (Italian lawn bowling), along with Tombola and raffles.  Many parties are held throughout the year to celebrate various events and holidays including the annual multi-day traditional Feast of Saint Ambrogio in mid August.

   

** News & Upcoming Events **

 

  • Wednesday May 30th - Men's Pasta Night - 6:30 pm.
  • Saturday June 23rd - 8th Annual JT Charity Mixed Couples Bocce Tournament and Pasta Dinner - all day.
  • Monday June 25th - Annual Guy Fiorenza Golf Play Day and Dinner - all day.
  • Wed-Sun August 15-19 St. Ambrogio Festa (new revised date).
  • See the Newsletter for more events and detail

     


NewNews: (posted 4/24/12): Interim elections were held April 23, 2012 to replace the president and a councilor who stepped down.  After three rounds of voting, John Tarranova moved from Vice-president to President, Nick Mattis moved from Councilor to Vice-president, and George Mattis and Jim Gagliano became the new Councilors.  There was a large turnout and afterward a pasta dinner was served.


NewNews: (posted 4/1/12): We regret the passing of Joyce Lombardozzi March 29, 2012.  Joyce is a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and was very involved with Festa Italiana, St. Anthony church, and many other activites. Her husband, Bob Lombardozzi, often can be found at the club playing bocce with the Roman Stallions team on Men's night. See her obituary for more details.

 

 

The family asks that memorials be made to the BE THE MATCH FOUNDATION at: http://www.bethematchfoundation.org/goto/joycelombardozzi


Frank Giardono Photo (posted 2/20/12): We are sorry to learn of the passing of fellow club member Frank Giardono February 17, 2012. His wife Dalia died almost a year ago. Frank has served as past Councilor and Vice President. He could often be found at the club playing cards. See the obituary for more details.

 

 

 

 


(posted 10/25/11): Club member Don J. Williams 87 died October 24, 2011. Don leaves his wife Edna (Pro) Williams. See the obituary for more details.


(posted 6/29/11): Club member Vincent F. Palmeri 69 died June 22, 2011. See his obituary for more details.

 

 

 

 

 


(posted 6/13/11): Club Vice President John A. Terranova Jr. was featured in the June 13th "GET TO KNOW ME" section of the RRstar. In the article, John explains his sponsorship of the seventh annual N&JT Charity Couples Bocce Tournament on June 25 at the club. See the article for more details.


(posted 5/17/11): Club member John A. Terranova Sr. 87 died May 15, 2011. John is the father of club vice president John Terranova Jr. See the obituary for more details.


(posted 5/12/11): We are sorry to learn of the passing our fellow member Ray Gaziano May 10, 2011 after an extended illness. He was 78. Ray was the captain of his Men's Bocce team "Ray's Gang" and also played Couple's Bocce with his wife Mary Louise. As a lifelong resident of Rockford, Ray was very active in a host of activities - see his obituary for more details.

 

 

 


 

(posted 3/8/11): We regret the passing of Dalia M. Giardono March 6, 2011.  Dalia, who is the wife of fellow club member Frank Giardono, has been very active in various club activities including the women's Bocce League and the Ladies Auxiliary. See her obituary for more details.

 

 

 


(posted 1/13/11): Club member Sam L. Colletti 92 died January 7, 2011. See his obituary for more details.


(posted 1/6/11): Club member Paul J. Bufalo 65 died December 30, 2010 while vacationing in Mexico. Paul was a member of the Knights of Columbus and played bocce, golf, and was active with the Italian Fiesta each year. See his obituary for more details.

 


(posted 9/23/09): INFIORATA video narrated by Tom and Debby Luchetti:

 

As part of the Saint Anthony of Padua Church Centennial Year celebration, a new video has been produced featuring Italian-American traditions such as the INFIORATA as celebrated on June 13, 2009.  It is sponsored by the committee of the combined feasts of Corpus Christi & St. Anthony of Padua - Tom Luchetti, Debby Luchetti, and Carl Ambruoso.  The video is provided as a courtesy to the club from the producer, Comtech Corporation, Joseph Arco President.

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See Related Links for additional information on Saint Anthony of Padua Church and more Centennial Videos.

 


 


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SAINT AMBROGIO SOCIETY
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Rockford, IL 61102