Jersey Girl, Italian Roots

05/07/2025

https://patch.com/new-jersey/newarknj/annual-church-feast-newark-will-celebrate-italian-american-culture

24/06/2025

14/06/2025

https://jerseygirlitalianroots.com/book-review-our-friend-saint-gerard/
is a heartfelt and compelling account of the life of , the patron saint of mothers, children, and of course, those of the . Amici Santi

Education Faith Feasts Heritage Book Review: “Our Friend, Saint Gerard” June 14, 2025 by Andrea Exploring the Life and Legacy of a Beloved Saint Our Friend, Saint Gerard by Amici Santi If you grew up in Newark or the greater Essex County area, you are familiar with the Feast of St. Gerard tha...

14/06/2025

https://jerseygirlitalianroots.com/book-review-our-friend-saint-gerard/
is a heartfelt and compelling account of the life of , the patron saint of mothers, children, and of course, those of the .

Education Faith Feasts Heritage Book Review: “Our Friend, Saint Gerard” June 14, 2025 by Andrea Exploring the Life and Legacy of a Beloved Saint Our Friend, Saint Gerard by Amici Santi If you grew up in Newark or the greater Essex County area, you are familiar with the Feast of St. Gerard tha...

13/06/2025

He forgot to mention the change on the floor of the back seat and saying "God bless her/him/them/whoever," after you give someone a compliment so you don't give someone the eyes accidentally. 😂

Sebastian Maniscalco talks about his dad and the evil eye superstition.An illustrated coffee table book all about mal'occhio!Visit http://www.redheadproducti...

03/06/2025

https://jerseygirlitalianroots.com/italian-citizenship-changes-finalized/
A short two months ago announced changes were in the works for those seeking through , also known as . The announcement made in March said (in very short form), “if your paperwork is in, you have a chance; if you don’t, chances are, you’re beat.” Pardon my Jersey-esque delivery.

Education Genealogy Heritage Immigration Italian Citizenship Changes Finalized June 3, 2025 by Andrea A short two months ago Italy announced changes were in the works for those seeking citizenship through jure sanguinis, also known as “right of blood.” There was no warning. The announcement m...

18/05/2025

https://thisismynewjersey.wordpress.com/2025/05/18/remembering-sharpe-james/
This week lost a true character. Some considered famous, while others considered him infamous, and your opinion will depend on your age and your neighborhood. The 37th mayor of , passed away at the age of 89.

This week New Jersey lost a true character. Some considered famous, while others considered him infamous, and your opinion will depend on your age and your neighborhood. The 37th mayor of Newark, S…

06/05/2025

https://jerseygirlitalianroots.com/upcoming-italian-heritage-events-in-new-jersey/
Today I was finally able to muster enough energy to write a post. As we are shifting into the warmth of spring, the Italian cultural calendar is packed full of wonderful events. Some are fun, some are for religious reflection, and some are education, but all are well worthwhile! Paisan Con Filitalia International, NJ Chapter Apostolato Italiano dell'Arcidiocesi di Newark/ Italian Apostolate RCAN

Faith Feasts Food Heritage Newark Pop Culture Upcoming Italian Heritage Events in New Jersey May 6, 2025 by Andrea I haven’t had the opportunity to post lately. It hasn’t been for lack of want, or news, or interest. It’s mainly due to a lack of energy. It is hard to believe, but almost tw...

16/04/2025

In New Jersey, we are lucky to have so many unique favorite sons and daughters. However, I would like to opine about someone else. Not a favorite son or daughter, but a favorite uncle.

In New Jersey, we are lucky to have so many unique favorite sons and daughters. However, I would like to opine about someone else. Not a favorite son or daughter, but a favorite uncle. Oh the facto…

03/04/2025

https://jerseygirlitalianroots.com/updates-to-italian-citizenship-law-announced/
A few days ago the Italian Government announced changes to , also known as “right of blood.” I went right to the source – Elena Martinolli of Fast Track Italian Citizenship, for what this means moving forward and what might be next on the horizon.

Elena Martinolli, co-founder of Fast Track Italian Citizenship, share the latest updates to the jure sanguinis Italian citizenship process.