Venetian-Style Carnevale Comes to Indy

Can't make it to Venice for the Carnevale? Head to the Indianapolis City Market on 21 February!

The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana is staging an "elegant evening of Italian cuisine, wines and music" in the market from 7-11 p.m. next Saturday.

While masquerade is optional, it is encouraged!

Tickets include a cocktail, antipasti and dinner catered by Constantino’s, cannolis by Ristorante Lucia, an espresso bar, entertainment by The Indianapolis Opera and a DJ who will play old favorites and current dance music -- plus valet parking.

Advance sale tickets ($65) are available from the IHSI, but tickets for $75 also will be sold at the door.

The Italian Heritage Society of Indianais a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote Italian culture, art, history and language. Membership is open to Italians and all those who appreciate the culture.

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Columbus Day Dinner to be held 18 October

An espresso bar will be open throughout the festivities at the annual Columbus Day Dinner sponsored by the Italian Heritage Society of Indiana on 18 October in Embassy Suites North, 3912 Vincennes Road, Indianapolis. The evening begins with cocktails at 6 p.m.

Because they can, each adult dinner will include a glass of wine (entree choices are a petit filet with scampi or portabello lasagna). Cost is $60 per person (and, no, you don't have to be a member of the ethnic group to attend!).

Other highlights of the evening include an opportunity for individual and family photography portraits, the announcement of the Italian Business Person of the Year and the announcement of the Iaria Memorial Scholarship winners.

For tickets, email Ralph Tambasco, call the society at 317:767-7686 or check their website.