Community Events

IABF Supports Fred L. Mazzilli Foundation

IABF Supports Fred L. Mazzilli Foundation. IABF supported the Fred L Mazzilli Foundation at its annual fundraiser on Tuesday at Hard Rock Cafe in the Bronx. IABF President Joe Quagliano, VP Carmine Gangone and Treasurer Joseph DiMartino attended and are seen here with Lee Mazzilli.

Former MLB Pitcher, Port Authority Police Officer Anthony Varvaro Dies

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Anthony Varvaro lived two dreams. He was a pro baseball player and a police officer. The Italian American died suddenly in a car accident on his way to a Sept. 11 memorial ceremony in New York City. Varvaro, 37, became a Port Authority of New York and New Jersey police officer after pitching for the Mariners, Braves and Red Sox.

Red Sox Host Massive Italian Heritage Night

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Another successful Italian Heritage Night for IABF! About 700 fans received commemorative Italian jerseys and were treated to pre-game music at Fenway. IABF board members Joe Quagliano, Carmine Gangone and Chris Vaccaro were in attendance. Special thank you to Travis Pollio from the Red Sox for organizing the event.

IABF Supports Valor Sports, PAL, NYPD Columbia Association Clinic

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation joined Valor Sports, PAL and the NYPD Columbia Association to host a free baseball clinic for 75 students ages 6 to 16 at Randall’s Island. Lou Bernardi organized the event, while IABF honoree and Hall of Fame coach Dom Scala served as a guest instructor.

Colorado Rockies Host Italian Heritage Night

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation thanked the Colorado Rockies for hosting Italian Heritage Night. The organization also recognized IABF Advisory Board Member David Piacenti for organizing the event and for his commitment to his Italian heritage and the foundation’s mission.

Somerset Patriots Host Italian American Heritage Night, Honor Yogi Berra

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Somerset Patriots Baseball hosted an Italian American Heritage Night featuring IABF President Joe Quagliano and trustee Chris Vaccaro. The event honored Anthony Volpe, Dan Fiorito, Mickey Gasper and Aaron Bossi, and included a tribute to Yogi Berra with his family.

IABF Celebrates Italian Heritage Night with Philadelphia Phillies

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IABF Celebrates Italian Heritage Night with Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies hosted Italian Night on July 22. IABF organized the game, which is one of nearly one dozen across Major League Baseball in 2022. The article centers on IABF Celebrates Italian Heritage Night with Philadelphia Phillies and presents the available facts.

Phil Rizzuto Honored with Glendale Street Sign

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Glendale, New York, officially approved and named Phil Rizzuto Corner on June 26. The Italian American Yankees star helped win seven World Series titles from 1941 to 1956, served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1994.

IA Heritage Club of Hunterdon County to Honor Joe Quagliano and Carmine Gangone

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The Italian American Heritage Club of Hunterdon County will honor IABF’s Joe Quagliano and Carmine Gangone in October for their contributions to Italian American culture. The celebration recognizes their involvement in preserving and promoting the community’s heritage.

IABF and LI Baseball Partner for 2023 Youth Camp