BLACK FRIDAY BEGINS WITH LONG LINES AT RETAILERS

Astoria , New York

Black Friday or perhaps Black Thursday night for some stores has begun early for US retailers. Best Buy on Northern Boulevard in Woodside , Queens had between one thousand to two thousand early bird shoppers in the midnight hour early Friday morning. " The line of shoppers waiting outside was wrapped around the block. Hot items on sale were computers , flat screens and gaming equipment. " said Berlusconi Italia blogger FPG. Target in College Point had an almost full parking lot of cars. There were people on line but I was able to get in after 10 minutes. A security guard advised that the line was very long before the store opened at midnight. More than a thousand shoppers were at that location too. There were many items on sale. People snapping up flat screens , cleaning equipment , gaming items and towels. " I believe that people are coming out to buy hoping for a good deal and they are getting a lukewarm welcome from retailers. Deals are not that hot but good enough for bargain hunters " commented FPG. Police presence was evident as retailers try to prevent any stampede. Markets may signal some reversal in the negative trend of the past week once retailers begin to release their sales.

ITALIAN FEDERATION OF QUEENS GETS GIADA VALENTI FOR 40TH ANNIVERSAY DINNER DANCE

Astoria , New York

The Italian Federation of Queens and its members concluded a successful event at the Chateau Briand Caterers in Long Island, New York. " The dinner dance to celebrate its 40 th anniversary was a enjoyable event with good food, music and entertainment. " said FPG. There were about 150 people who attended as George Onorato , Angie Markham and Carlo Bucich were honored for their dedication in making the Federation a continued success throughout its existence. The organization was founded back in 1971 by a few community leaders and italian americans who wanted to support and provide various services to the community. George Onorato, former NYS senator, was instrumental to the success of the Federation as he provided monetary support with funding in the millions for the 28 years he was in office. In attendance at the event, we had NYS assemblywoman Aravella Simotas , spokespeople for NYS senator Mike Gianaris and US congresswoman Carolyn Maloney , INCA USA president John De Gennaro and former Astoria city manager George Delis. Many presidents of various clubs that are associated to the Federation of Italian Americans of Queens also attended the event. Italian singer and songwriter Giada Valenti recognized for her special voice and stage presence had the stage with some italian and french classic songs. " We were delighted to see Giada sing among the crowd. She has real talent and we hope the best for her. " commented FPG. Her husband JJ informed Berlusconi Italia blogspot that Giada Valenti is preparing for a huge event early next year. The Italian Singer and her orchestra will host the event on Saturday, February 4, at 7.30 pm. Ticket prices will vary from $ 30.00 to $45.00. For additional information visit www.dhpac.org or call 631-656-2148 .

QUEENS ITALIA BLOGSPOT DEBUTS RAI 24 NEWS PORTAL

Astoria, New York

Queens Italia, a blogspot for the italian americans of Queens, has launched a portal for direct viewing from Italy of the RAI 24 news channel. " You can click on the link to get to Rai 24 news tv directly bypassing the Rai.it website. This a direct and quick way, that is senior citizen friendly, to get access to the tv station without wasting time " said FPG. Rai 24 news is a state owned tv station of the Italian government. It offers direct free 24 hours per day 7 days a week tv news to the world. Italian-americans and italian speaking audiences can get access to Rai 24 news with QUEENSITALIA.BLOGSPOT.com, BERLUSCONIITALIA.BLOGSPOT.COM and ASTORIAITALIA.BLOGSPOT.COM.

ONORATO TO BE HONORED AT CHATEAU BRIAND ON NOVEMBER 13TH

Astoria, New York
George Onorato, a former New York State Senator from the
Astoria Community will be honored at the 40 th Anniversary Dinner Dance hosted
by the Italian-American Federation of Queens. Onorato has been a NY State
Senator for a long time. His hard work and dedication to the Queens Community
will be remembered for years to come. Mike Giannaris is cuurently the new
senator. Others to be honored are Angie Markham and Carlo Bucich.

ITALIAN FEDERATION OF QUEENS COUNTY TO HOST DINNER DANCE AT CHATEAU BRIAND

The Italian Federation of Queens aka FIAO, will host its 40th anniversary dinner
dance at Chateau Briand on Sunday November 13th. The cost of the ticket will be
$100.00 per person. Please contact Angie Markham at 718-204-2444. The Federation
was founded in 1971 by a few italian-americans that included Vincent Iannece,
Chairman Emeritus.