Loggia Glen Cove Honors Glen Cove High School Senior Virginia Graziosi

One of Glen Cove High School’s outstanding seniors, Virginia Graziosi, was honored at Loggia Glen Cove’s December Membership meeting. During the well-attended gathering, Marianne Prince, a representative of OSDIA (Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America) New York State Commission for Social Justice, presented Virginia Graziosi with a certificate of honor. Virginia was acknowledged as the District-2 Twelfth Grade Winner of the 2023 John Dabbene Italian Heritage Essay Contest. This recognition, bestowed by OSDIA, showcased Virginia's outstanding contribution to the preservation and celebration of Italian heritage through her compelling essay.

The presentation was made on behalf of OSDIA leaders, including Biagio J. Isgro, Jr., State President, OSDIA; John A. Fratta, State CSJ Chairman, OSDIA; and Geraldine Iannello Graham, State CSJ John Dabbene Contest Chairperson, OSDIA.

Virginia Graziosi captivated the audience with the reading of her moving essay, a testament to her dedication to Italian heritage and culture. The applause and congratulations that followed echoed throughout the lodge, acknowledging not only Virginia's achievement but also the support of her proud parents, Rocco and Rosella Graziosi, and the entire Graziosi family.

Among those extending their congratulations were President Joseph A. Gallo, 1st VP Marisa Gambino, 2nd VP Mark Galluccio, District Deputy William Sanfilippo, and the entire board and membership of Loggia Glen Cove #1016. Kathy Sanfilippo, President of the Galileo Galilei Lodge, was also on hand to extend her congratulations.

Loggia Glen Cove #1016 Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America is the oldest lodge on Long Island and is dedicated to preserving Italian heritage and culture. For more information on Loggia Glen Cove, including membership opportunities, please visit www.loggiaglencove.com.