2015 Distinguished Citizen Awardees Susan Velleca and Neil Velleca, Jr.

North Haven Sons and Daughters of Italy, Lodge 2805 are proud to announce the co-recipients of the 2015 Distinguished Citizen Award are Susan Velleca and Neil Velleca Jr. 

Every year it is out Lodge’s goal of honoring people that are professionally successful while maintaining a strong commitment to family and public service.  A few highlights of their community service include: involvement in their church, North Haven Girls Softball League, and forming the North Haven Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge 2805.  Susan currently holds the position of Vice President of Lodge 2805, and Neil is the State President of the Connecticut Grand Lodge of Sons of Italy in America.

Lodge 2805 welcomes all that know Neil and Susan to join the celebration of the 2015 Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner to be held Saturday, September 26, 2015.  This will take place at Fantasia, 404 Washington Ave, North Haven.  A ticket of $55 will provide an enjoyable evening beginning at 6 p.m. and includes hors d’oeuvres, open beer and wine bar, surf and turf dinner, and a dj for dancing.

For additional information about tickets or ad sponsorship, please contact Neil Velleca, Sr. at 203-484-5230.

The North Haven Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge 2805 is a local branch of the National Order Sons of Italy in America.  The Lodge is a non-profit, charitable organization which seeks to perpetuate cultural identity and solidarity within the Italian-American community.  Visit our website nhsdilodge2805@outlook.com for mor