Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Friends:
We are planning a first time ever historic trip to Rome, Italy this October!
As you know, we now have a lodge in Rome, Italy. I am proud to let you know that we have been able to secure yet another lodge in Italy, this one out of Palermo.
During our trip, we will have one (1) afternoon to meet our Rome members, and to formally present our new Charter to the Palermo lodge.Some basics of the trip are as follows:
- Since space is extremely limited, we are first offering this trip to any member of the Supreme Lodge who may want to attend;
- It will be from October 1-7. People are free to come early, or stay longer.
- This trip is “informal”. What I mean by this is that there are no heavy schedules, inflexible itinerary, etc… It is meant to be fun, with all enjoying the events we are planning;
- Since Justin and Joana from the National office have lived in Rome, we have some amazing, fun, interesting, and memorable events planned. But again, you are never obligated to attend any event—although I am confident when you see what we are planning you will want to participate!
- We are arranging for 2 hotels to choose from. But again, space is limited, so if you want in, we have to know ASAP. We already have over 20 people who have signed up after our first email!;
- You will be responsible for getting your own travel arrangements and hotel reservations. We will advise of the hotels shortly;
- We have set up a Facebook Private Rome Page, so if you advise you are coming, you have a place where can discuss your questions, clothing, travel, lodging, events, etc… on that page. This will be a great resource of information for you. We will let you into the group, upon your committing to the trip;
- Should there possibly be space after our initial offering, we may be willing to extend to membership outside of the Supreme Lodge members—although this seems unlikely given the response we have been getting thus far. Much depends on hotel space.
I am very excited about this trip for many reasons. We are expanding our worldwide footprint, promoting our organization to new strategic partners, and most importantly, we can enjoy our company, build memories, and as an organization commune with one another.
Hope to see you in the Eternal City!
Fraternally, Bob Bianchi
Robert A. Bianchi, Esq
National President
Order Sons & Daughters of Italy in America®