Order of Sons of Italy in America
New York, New York
The Lt. Joseph Petrosino Lodge, stationed in downtown Manhattan’s Little Italy, was formed by John Fratta and Robert Fonte and celebrates its 13th anniversary this year. The Order Sons of Italy in America was formed in 1905 in the very same neighborhood. Current Lodge President is Emelise Aleandri. Visitors are always welcome to attend the monthly meetings in the church hall at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month.
The Lt. Joseph Petrosino Park at Kenmare and Lafayette Streets was just renovated and an area was left open for exhibitions for the arts. The Department of Transportation has denigrated this park with their massive bike share program that takes away the integrity of this wonderful park. Come out and support all the Little Italy and fight this action with a rally at the Petrosino Square at 12 pm on Saturday, May 25, 2013. Please meet at the south side of Spring Street at the intersection of Cleveland Place and Lafayette Street.