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  1. The IC strives to preserve and honor the Italian heritage, culture and traditions while welcoming all who share our values of family, recreation and community. We take pride in our rich history of supporting meaningful philanthropic endeavors to strengthen our community.

  2. The Italian Center was founded in 1928 with the combining of several Italian American Organizations in the Dutchess County area in New York. The Italian Center is an independent cultural organization originally established in Poughkeepsie, a city which is located on the eastern bank of the Hudson River midway between Albany and New York City.

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    • 1970-1980
    • 1977
    • 1990-Present

    On December 18, the Italian Social Institute was incorporated to assist newly arrived immigrants who were dealing with the harsh realities of American life.

    The Italian Social Institute purchased the old Scofield Home on South Street in Stamford. Membership increased and additional space for meetings, activities, and weddings was needed.

    On February 7, the Italian Social Institute and Center dedicated the new Columbus Hall in which numerous dignitaries participated.

    On September 21, the IC of Stamford, Inc., was chartered by the State of Connecticut. On September 25, the IC was accepted into the Community Chest (now the United Way). During this time, the IC and the IC Institute formalized their stated mission: 1. “to conduct, maintain and manage a center where history, culture, customs and laws of the United S...

    Each improvement and renovation brought increased interest and new members to the IC and in 1968, it became necessary to look for a new location. Mario DeCarlo found 28 acres of available land on Newfield Avenue and the search for support and funding began. Union Trust, who agreed to hold the mortgage, required that five individuals sign a personal...

    Finally, construction of the 58,000 square foot facility with state-of-the art banquet facilities, gymnasium, preschool, indoor swimming pool and tennis courts, set on 28 acres of prime property was completed. Thanks to the efforts of Board members Dr. Walter Orgera and Donal Zezima, Richard M. Nixon, the President of the United States, formally de...

    As the IC settled into its new facility on Newfield Avenue, the Board focused on strategic planning for fundraisers and future improvements to the property. Dedication, commitment, sacrifice and hard work of the members prevailed and the IC thrived. The Men’s Club became an integral part of the fundraising campaigns and began annual traditions such...

    The Board of Directors began construction on the large outdoor pool to further entice members. It was one of the largest outdoor pools in Fairfield County and it helped to significantly increase membership.

    Since the dedication of the IC building by President Nixon, the IC has been a rallying point for many local, state and national politicians, including Mrs. Barbara Bush, Senator Thomas Dodd, Governors Dempsey, O’Neill and Ella Grasso. In 2001, Senator Joseph Lieberman, a former Stamford resident, was introduced as the Democratic candidate for Vice ...

  3. Our welcoming center cultivates learning at every age while offering exceptional care. Located at the IC, our unique program features: Brand new state-of-the-art classrooms; Swim Lessons; Gym; Music; Spanish; Zumba; Designated Gross Motor Room; Wellness Programs; Family Dinner Nights; Special Events; and so much more! Parent Communication

  4. Italian Center of Stamford, Stamford, Connecticut. 3,173 likes · 191 talking about this · 17,377 were here. A year-round recreational center with swim,...

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