The Little Italy of Los Angeles Association is proud to announce the official inauguration of Piazza Miramare, the first Italian square in the state of California. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Saturday 17 January at 10:00 at 629 South Harbor Boulevard, San Pedro, CA 90731.
This moment, long awaited, represents years of vision, collaboration and commitment to the protection and enhancement of Italian heritage in southern California. Piazza Miramare will be a live cultural and community space dedicated to celebrating the traditions, history and the lasting contribution of Italian Americans.
The event will be attended by illustrious guests, including the municipal councilman Tim McOsker of the Council District 15, former municipal councilman Joe Buscaino, County Supervisor Janice Hahn, the president of the Little Italy of Los Angeles Mario Amalfitano, Raffaella Valentini, Consul Generale d’Italia in Los Angeles, and the Honorable Christian Di Sanzo, PhD, Deputy of the Italian Republic, to witness to this international milestone.
The Little Italy of Los Angeles Association also expresses a heartfelt thanks to the Council District 15 for the continuous support and collaboration that made possible the realization of this project symbol.
«This square is more than a public space: is a symbol of unity, pride and cultural heritage”, said Mario Amalfitano, President of the Little Italy of Los Angeles Association. “For the largest Italian community in southern California, Piazza Miramare is a place where generations can meet to celebrate their roots and share traditions with the whole community.”.
The opening will include the ribbon cutting ceremony and a short community celebration. It is specified that the dedicated commemorative tiles will be installed in a later phase, after the official opening.
The community, local leaders and the public are invited to participate and take part in this historic moment, while Los Angeles welcomes a new cultural landmark.
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