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MARCH 2017 Volume 1 No. 3

Congratula ons to

Dr. Domenico Di Curzio Dr. Domenico (Dom) Luciano Di Curzio was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba as a first-genera on Canadian by Italian parents. He is currently comple ng a postdoctoral fel-lowship with the Department of Pathology at the University of Manitoba examining the neurological condi on hydrocephalus and de-termining poten al supplemental treatments for this condi on. Before acquiring this posi-

on, his academic background has been en-riching and varied. His Bachelor of Arts Hon-ours in Psychology degree from the University

of Winnipeg in June of 2006, was followed by a Master of Science in Neuroscience at the University of Bri sh Columbia in Vancouver, BC in November 2009. Upon returning home to Winnipeg, he completed his Ph. D. in October 2016 at the University of Manitoba in Human Anatomy & Cell Science with a focus on Neuropathology.

Over his academic experience, Dr. Di Curzio received numerous awards and hon-ours; as well, he has authored 9 research publica ons to date through neuroscience re-search and collabora on. He received 3 Academic Proficiency Scholarships at the U of W and he was a co-recipient of the Robert (Bob) B. Brennan Bursary in June 2005.

He has received various Travel Awards/Grants during his Ph. D. program. He has twice been a recipient of Manitoba Health Research Council (currently Research Manitoba) Graduate Studentships and he was awarded the Ralph A. Mann Award in the Depart-ment of Human Anatomy & Cell Science in January 2014. Lastly, he earned the Mark & Dorothy Danzker Scholarship of Excellence in Spring of 2015.

During this academic experience, he has avidly enjoyed the arts, especially a vari-ety of musical genres. Although he is not rooted in the opera c scene, he has enjoyed his exposure through past Evening of Light Opera events. Thus, he is graciously honoured to be celebrated for his academic achievements at the upcoming 19th annual Evening of Light Opera which will take place on Friday, March 24th, at the Caboto Centre where guests will enjoy a delicious 5-course Italian meal and live performances by U of M School of Music opera c singers, as well as the Viva l’Italia Choir.

Dr. Di Curzio has iden fied the Magnus Eliason Recrea on Centre Youth Music Program as the beneficiary of a dona on by the Italian Canadian Founda on of Manitoba Inc. which will be presented at the March 24th event.

Buona Pasqua! Happy Easter!

Italian Canadian Centre of Manitoba Inc. 1055 Wilkes Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3P2L7 (204)487-4597 info@cabotocentre.com www.cabotocentre.com

In the absence of grants from the three levels of government, a new fundraising ini a ve, Annual Giving Ap-peal, was launched in 2015 to help build a stable revenue base for the successful delivery of the various social, cultural, educa onal and recrea onal programs and services at the Centro Caboto. Your mely support through the Annual Giving Appeal, at whatever possible level, is very much appreciated.

To this end, please feel out the form below.

Ask not what the Centro can do for you! Ask what you can do for the Centro!

Upcoming Community Events

Friday, March 24th – Annual Evening of Light Opera Mauro Hall Centro Caboto; Remembering Luciano Pa-varo - Sponsored by Italian Canadian Founda on of Manitoba Inc. Classic Italian 5-course meal and live performances by U of M School of Music Students and Viva l’Italia Choir. Tickets: $95.00 Mario Audino (204) 487-4597 or maudino@gmail.com

Friday, March 31st – PESCATA DINNER Back by popular demand- Bigger and Be er – Enjoy an incredible array of fish dishes prepared by Execu ve Chef Roberto Borrelli Mauro Hall — Centro Caboto Centre Tickets $60.00. A special dinner you will not want to miss.

Monday, April 10, 2017 7:30 and Tuesday, April 11, 2017 7:30 La Vita di Gesù – Theatrical Produc on — Sceneggiato Musi-cale — Presented by the Fratellanza Amatese Theatre Group at St. Paul's High School, 2200 Grant Avenue Tickets: $20.00 Contact: Carmine Scarpino cscarpino@mts.net Or Caboto Centre: (204) 487-4597

Thursday, April 20th – Volunteer apprecia on Night In the context of Interna onal Volunteer Week, the Italian League and the Centro Caboto express their apprecia-

on to the many volunteers who donate their me and talent at various events during the year. Buffet dinner of pasta, sau-sage & salad, bread and coffee will be served at 6:30. Free ad-mission for volunteers. Guests of volunteers pay: $15.00

Tuesday, May 2nd – Annual General Mee ng Italian Canadian League of Manitoba Inc. Italian Canadian Centre of Manitoba Inc. 7:00 p.m. Centro Caboto Centre

Friday, May 12th, - Regional Dinners Series con nues with Abruzzo & Molise. Sponsor: Centro Caboto — Join us for a celebra on of the tradi onal foods from these two regions. Tickets: $40.00 — Cash Bar. Contact: (204) 487-4597

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Sunday, May 14th, 2017 Event: Mother’s Day Brunch – Centro Caboto Two sea ngs: 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. $35.00 per person; members $30.00; children 5-12 pay $15.00 — in-cludes taxes & gratui es; children under 5 : Free Reserva-

ons: (204) 487-4597

Friday, May 26th Holy Rosary Church – Annual Volunteer Apprecia on Night Contact: Church Office: (204) 284-5140

Sunday, May 28th, 2017 Event: Echo of Spring- Italian /Chinese dinner & concert Loca on: Centro Caboto Centre – Mauro Hall Sponsor: Manitoba Academy of Chinese Studies An evening of intercultural understanding featuring Italian/Chinese dinner and live entertainment. Tickets are $40.00; children 5-12 pay $25.00; available at Centro Caboto; (204) 487-4597

Holy Rosary Church 510 River Ave (204) 284-5140

Mass Celebra ons

TUES, WED AND THURS : 9AM ENGLISH

FRI :10AM VILLA CABRINI