Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel will emcee the National Italian American Foundation’s 34th Anniversary Gala on October 24 in out nations capitol. This year’s honorees include Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, culinary pioneer and restaurant entrepreneur Lidia Matticchio Bastianich, actress Carla Gugino, renowned Italian singer and songwriter Antonello Venditti and Chief Executive Officer of PepsiCo Americas Beverages Massimo F. d’Amore.

Online ticket purchases for the Gala are no longer available, but if you call 202-387-0600, they will inform you as to the opportunities for purchasing tickets.

See yesterday’s posting for more details or visit the official NIAF website.

The Details

Name: NIAF Annual Convention & Gala
When: Friday, Oct 23 2009 9:00 AM
Venue: Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington DC
Telephone: 202-483-3000
Website: National Italian American Foundation

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by Donna Petrongolo