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Italian Traditions, American Dreams

Presented by Lorraine Haddock
2023-12-13 13:00:00 2023-12-13 14:00:00 America/New_York Italian Traditions, American Dreams Sea Isle City - Public Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 13
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-13 13:00:00 2023-12-13 14:00:00 America/New_York Italian Traditions, American Dreams Registration requested. Sea Isle City - Public Meeting Room

Sea Isle City

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Join us for a presentation on Italian immigration to the US, with visuals including handmade Italian linens, a copper water vessel from Italy, and family photographs to accompany the true story of Lorraine Haddock's Italian grandparents. 

Lorraine will show her presentation on three dates, all 1pm-2pm:

  • Thursday November 16th - Lower Township Library
  • Wednesday November 22nd - Court House Library
  • Wednesday December 13th - Sea Isle City Library

 

American-born author Lorraine Haddock received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Rowan University. In Bella Figlia della Mamma, her first bilingual book, she shares her family memories. This tender story was originally written as a poem to celebrate the birth of her granddaughter Alexis. 

Lorraine loves sharing her experiences through poetry and storytelling. Her real-life stories spring from childhood memories, close relationships with the remarkable women who have shaped her life and the joy of being a mother. Very proud of her Italian heritage, she hopes to promote the language and culture of Italy by sharing this story with readers of all ages.

The author is currently working on a series of children’s books titled, “Nonna! Nonna! Tell us a Story!” Her first book, The Duck Without A Quack, a true story of her lovable pet duckling, was released in February 2015. 

In addition to writing, Lorraine is a skilled fiber artist following the tradition of her nonna, Giulia Gabrielli Fabiani. Passionate about creative sewing, Lorraine is a member of The American Sewing Guild and The Third Star Fibre Artists Guild, displaying her work and demonstrating hand embroidery at art shows in southern New Jersey.

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AGE GROUP: | 18 or older |

EVENT TYPE: | Education |

TAGS: | italy | immigration | heritage |

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