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News and Events ~ July 2008

 

News from the Society:

 

From August 15 -17 2008, We would like to invite all people with an interest in the historic southern Italian hill town of Craco to a gathering on the Lower East Side of New York City in the area known as Little Italy. 

The event opens with an informal cocktail reception and dinner on Friday evening at a traditional Italian-American family restaurant, Forlini's on Baxter Street.  Saturday morning the group will visit  the Tenement Museum to catch a glimpse at the living conditions our ancestors endured as new immigrants.  This tour will be followed by a grand Italian luncheon and official Craco Society meeting, all at Il Cortile on Mulberry Street.  Attendees will then be able to explore the Little Italy section of Lower Manhattan and visit the sites that first housed ancestors at the turn of the 20th century. After visiting the Tenement Museum the exposure to the living conditions they faced on these streets can only be heightened.  Although much has changed in the area, those who know the addresses of ancestors’ houses can experience the thrill of locating them today.  The day culminates with individuals continuing their exploration of New York City and enjoying dinner in the Manhattan or perhaps the nearby Borough of Brooklyn that was a haven for many Crachesi after they gained some prosperity.   

The reunion falls during the San Rocco Festival, a major event celebrated widely in Basilicata.  Sunday we will hold a morning breakfast at one of the areas oldest and well know eateries. Afterwards attendees can join the special  Mass celebrating San Rocco and then participate in the 119th Annual procession through the streets of Lower Manhattan following the same route as our immigrant ancestors.  This is a rare opportunity for many new generation Crachesi to experience a full Italian American procession through the streets of New York.  We hope you will join us as we together explore our ancestors' immigrant experience. 

Continue to Learn about Craco and its people: Research material will be available at the meeting including maps of old Craco, an index of vital records, Craco census records, and a list of Craco immigrants. Everyone attending will leave the session with an information packet about the town, its immigrant families, and resources to develop more information about your Craco ancestors.  More importantly, there will be plenty of time to share information, pictures, addresses  and stories with your “Cracotan” cousins. 

Reunion Site: The second annual Craco Society Reunion will be held at several locations on the Lower East Side of New York City known as Little Italy.  All the events will be taking place in the old neighborhood with meeting venues within walking distance of each other.  Those commuting into the City or staying in the area will find the walking easy, convenient and an addition to the meeting experience.  

Registration: Please take a couple of minutes to review the attached material then fill out and return the registration form so we can make arrangements for your participation. The full registration fee includes:  Friday evening cocktail reception & dinner, Saturday visit to the Tenement Museum, Saturday lunch & meeting, Sunday brunch, copies of meeting materials and Craco family history resource information.  Should you be able to attend only portions of the meeting you can register for just those segments.  Download the Registration Form, in PDF format, for the Second Annual Craco Society Reunion by clicking here .

 

 


 

 

Anna Lucia Nuzzo,  The Craco Society's "Archivista", and Mayor Domenico Copeti. 

             

From time to time The Craco Society Board of Directors recognizes individuals for their contributions to the Society's mission.  With that in mind, the Board is pleased to extend Complementary Membership to Anna Lucia Nuzzo in recognition for her efforts, dedication, and passion in locating individual vital records and for her ongoing role as the archivist for the town of Craco in support of the Society's mission.  Additionally, the Board has given her the title of "Archivista".  We extend to her a warm welcome and  our heartfelt gratitude.

 


 

 

The official group photo of the Craco Society's inaugural trip to Craco June 14 - 21, 2008

 

The Craco Society's inaugural trip to Craco from June 14 - 21, 2008 provided a wonderful experience for all participants to experience the magic of Craco and it's people.  This event marked the largest return of descendants ever, with 44 members returning to our ancestral home to learn more about our roots, reconnect with family, and establish many new family links.  The residents of Craco could not have been more accommodating and gracious in welcoming us.  The Craco Society was also officially recognized by the local government in Craco, promising continued goodwill and cooperation for generations to come!  A photo journal of our trip, containing 55 pictures is available by clicking here.  As we collect more photographs, they will be made available in coming months.

 


 

Events this Month in Craco:

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