Attendance:
1. Mirco Chiodi – Treviso Director
2. Magdalena J. Picardi – Treasurer / Secretary / Organizational Committee
3. Patti Dembs – Secretary / Organizational Committee
4. Tom Halbert – Vice President SSCA, PR & Communications
5. Carol Arroyo – Cultural Committee
6. Rhonda Cesario –International Business Council; Sarasota Greater Chamber of Commerce
7. Mary J. Palmer – Gulf Coast Italian Cultural Society (GCIS)
8. Alexandria de Stefanis – Oprah Guild
9. Gayle Maxey- SSCA Luncheon Coordinator
Discussion Summary:
· In reference to the idea of an Italian speaker visiting Riverview or other schools, Tom suggested we could put out a "survey" for Italians teachers or groups in and around Sarasota that would be interested in offering up their time to enlighten people about the Italian culture, food and/or language. He also suggested a formatfor this as “An Evening With…” held at various venues like Sarasota’s public libraries.
· Tom also suggested contacting “The Originals” group of local restaurants to see about having a week of menus from each of the countries where we have a Sister City, in order to promote knowledge of the SSCA. (http://www.sarasotaoriginals.com/about.cfm) Their website says, “We are always looking for ways to incorporate interesting styles of cuisine from around the world into our own brand of Sun Coast dining.”
· To get our name out Mirco suggested that we look into bringing Roberto (of St. Pete) here, and create a Sister City Treviso event. Roberto teaches Italian cooking classes.
· Rhonda had 2 great contact ideas if any of the delegates wanted environmental information.
- Dr. Shen, Exec. Vice Pres. at Mote Marine
- Shea Environmental(spelling??) She says they have various local projects going and could possibly do a presentation.
· Gayle offered to assist in any way for a possible Siesta Key/Lido kayaking trip for the delegation, which would be a scenic and active way to enjoy Sarasota.
· Gayle also suggested a tour of Spanish Point as a delegate activity. (approx. 2 ½ hours)
· The delegation might also be interested in the equestrian/rodeo world. Both are available in our area. (Foxley Farms?)
· We need to start thinking about gifts for the delegation. There is a store on St. Armand’s Circle that sells local wine, sherry, etc.
Follow-Up For Next Meeting:
· Mike Nelson – BMW loaner cars
· Delegation arrival packet from the Mayor
· Ideas for events for delegation
· Ideas for gifts for delegation
Long-Term Projects:
· Sister Cities Discount Card for local Sarasota Shops, Restaurants, and Activity Centers – The same would go for our Sister Cities.
· Sister Cities Convention at Robarts Arena – Multiple booths for each of the countries to show: Food, Clothing, Jewelry etc.
· Local Treviso Clothing and Jewelry Fashion Show in Sarasota
· Set up tour of Treviso for tourists and one for Business trips. Local places to stay, eat, shop, etc.
Short Term Projects:
· Guest speaker for Riverview High School “Italian Language Program”
· Showing of the artwork from the children of Treviso
· Treviso Delegation coming for signing
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
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