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Upcoming Events

^{A Toast for Heroes: 9/11 Commemorative Fundraiser Benefiting The Tunnel to Towers Foundation}

In remembrance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, join UNICO DMV for a special September fundraiser benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which honors the legacy of 9/11 by supporting our first responders, wounded military veterans and their families.

We’ll gather on Wednesday, September 23, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Makers Union Arlington, 1450 S. Eads St., Arlington, VA, for an evening of food, fellowship, and reflection—all while supporting a meaningful cause.

Charity: 20% of UNICO DMV guest proceeds will go to The Tunnel to Towers Foundation

Click here to learn about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and its mission.

RSVP HERE OR BY RESPONDING TO OUR CALENDAR INVITE TO LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING. THIS IS A PAY-YOUR-OWN-WAY EVENT.

Join UNICO DMV for ITALIAN BOCCE & BITES, Wednesday, September 9th, 6:30 p.m. PINSTRIPES DC (Georgetown)

After our successful inaugural Bocce Outing in July (read more about it in our “news update” below) we’re adding bocce gatherings as a recurring monthly UNICO DMV event. It’s a fun, easy, low stakes game, and a nice reason to meet up to enjoy a classic Italian game (and Italian food!). No experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome.

This month’s gathering will be at PINSTRIPES DC in Georgetown, 1064 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC. To join, register here or respond to our calendar invite, so we reserve the correct number of lanes. Come on your own or bring a friend! This is a “no-host” event; attendees pay their own way at the venue ($7 per person, per hour, to play).

Can’t join us this time, but want to join a future bocce outing? Click here to join our interest list!

Fourth Annual Maryland Italian Festival, September 25th-27th, 2026

UNICO DMV is sharing information on the 4th Annual Maryland Italian Festival which will be held in Aberdeen, MD, September 25th-27th, 2026. Billed as the largest Italian festival in Maryland, the organizers promise “an unforgettable weekend celebrating the food, music, culture, and traditions of Italy.” For more information please visit the festival website. If there is interest on the part of UNICO DMV members to attend the event together, please send us an email at: unicodmvevents@unicodmv.org.

See Our Past Events

July 2026: Our inagural bocce outing was a success!
JUNE 2026: BYOB of Wine Tasting: We had 15 participants who enjoyed a fun afternoon of Italian antipasti and wine.
April 2026: Dinner at A Modo Mio, Arlington, VA
March 2026 Lunch at Stellina’s in Tysons, VA
February 2026: Italian Culinary Class Fundraiser
January 2026 dinner at A Modo Mio. Half of the attendees (because we forgot to take photos earlier!!!)
December 2025: Italian Brunch and Chat at Ama Restaurant DC
Fundraiser on behalf of the Italian American One Voice Coalition, Portofino Restaurant, Arlington, VA,October 2025
March Meeting at Ristorante Bonaroti, Vienna, VA, March 2025
UNICO DMV Bocce Outing, July 2026

News & Updates

Enter the National Italian American Foundation 2026 SWEEPSTAKES and see acclaimed comedian and actor Sebastian Maniscalco live!

Two Gala tickets are valued at $2,000! Suggested Donation: $20 per Entry

ENTER THE SWEEPSTAKES HERE

Sweepstakes Closes: September 4, 2026
Winner Announced: September 7, 2026

Increase your chances by share a video on Instagram or Facebook telling us why you’re proud to be Italian American. Tag NIAF and use #NIAFSweep.

“IL PRESIDENTE” ANDREOLI ATTENDED UNICO NATIONAL’S ANNUAL CONVENTION IN AUGUST

UNICO DMV President, Tony Andreoli attended UNICO National’s annual convention in Orlando, Florida this past July. Delegates from more than 100 nation-wide local UNICO chapters attended. The national annual convention provides an opportunity to learn more about the mission of the UNICO organization, meet great people with common background and interests, and exchange ideas on how to grow the UNICO community.

JULY BOCCE BALL FOR BEGINNERS WAS A SUCCESS!!!

Click here to join our interest list for regular bocce outings!

We had a great turnout for our first-ever low-stakes Bocce Ball Outing on Sunday, July 12, with 10 participants enjoying friendly competition on two courts at Randolph & Glebe Park in Ballston. Tony and Deanna D. introduced the basic rules and techniques of the game to those new to the game on Court #1, while on Court #2, Joe D. taught “New Jersey-style” bocce to players with some prior experience. Everyone enjoyed about an hour of play before a passing rain shower brought the games to an early close. Afterward, we reconvened at a nearby pub for beverages, snacks, and a lively discussion with Chapter President Tony A. about future UNICO DMV activities. By all accounts, the outing was a success, and we’re considering making bocce a regular UNICO DMV event.

If you’d be interested in joining us for future bocce outings—weekly? biweekly? monthly?—please sign up for our no-obligation interest list and share your preferences. No experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome!

UNICO National Confirms “Honorary Membership” Eligibility for Individuals of ANY Ethnicity

March 29, 2026

UNICO’s DMV Chapter President, Tony Andreoli, attended UNICO National’s Mid-Year Board Meeting in Atlantic City, March 22-23^rd. During the meeting, he confirmed with national leadership that individuals that wish to join UNICO–but are NOT of Italian Heritage–are eligible for “HONORARY MEMBERSHIPS”. Honorary Members enjoy all the benefits of regular UNICO members, except that they cannot vote for National officers. However, Honorary Members can assume Chapter leadership/officer positions and roles such as committee heads, etc. Key benefits of UNICO membership are to:

Experience, celebrate and preserve Italian culture by attending UNICO DMV-sponsored events. MEMBERS PAY DISCOUNTED PRICES ON ASSOCIATED TICKETS & FEES
Support national charitable causes, including Alzheimer’s research, mental health, and cancer prevention.
Connect and network other UNICO members.
Receive Member Resources, such as a subscription to the ComUNICO magazine and exclusive member materials;
Access the UNICO Foundation scholarship program for high school seniors and college students; and
Attend UNICO national meetings such as the annual national convention.

UNICO DMV CULINARY CLASS RAISES $1K FOR ST. JUDES

February 22, 2026

A group of ten participants in the February UNICO DMV-sponsored Italian Culinary Class and Lunch “Cucina e Mangia con Cuore” raised $1,000 for our chosen charity for this event, St. Judes Research Hospital. The participants learned to make several toppings for crostini and bruschette antipasti, hand-made gnocchi, two delicous sauces, and home-made Sicilian blood orange sorbetto. After the teaching session, the group sat down and ate lunch Italian family-style. It was a wonderful morning and afternoon of celebrating our Italian culture while contributing to a good cause. UNICO DMV will be offering future cooking classes, including making hand-made ravioli, home-made foccaccia, brick oven pizza, and home-made gelato. Check back for future announcements!

Get to Know Our Local Sponsors & Partners

Want to become a supporting Sponsor or Partner of UNICO DMV? E-Mail us for the details at dmvfundraising@unicodmv.org.

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