Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City Inc.

06/22/2026

Former Congressman Frank Guarini a distinguished life member of our society passed away today at 101 years old.
The Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City sends our gratitude and love for all he did for our community and the Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City.
Rest in Peace our dear brother.

06/12/2026

2026 Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City,
LORI SORRENTINO HENNESSEY SCHOLARSHIP CO-RECIPENT.
Ms. Carmela Guido graduating senior of Weehawken High School, accepting her $7,500.00 scholarship.
Pictured: Tracy Alejo School Counselor, Lou Tiscornia, DAS Scholarship Chair, Carmela Guido, Vincent J. Ruggiero, DAS President.

06/09/2026

Lila McDonough of Hoboken is the co-recipient of the Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City’s Lori Sorrentino Hennessey Scholarship for 2026. Lila is a graduate of Hoboken High School’s Class of 2026.
The scholarship is awarded to a female high school senior of Italian heritage who will attend a college or university leading to a career in social services. The $7,500.00 scholarship is based on an essay embracing her Italian culture, family values, educational achievements, and her contributions to the community and letters of recommendations.
Ms. McDonough plans to attend the University of Maryland where she will pursue a career in Hearing and Speech Science. She intends to become a speech pathologist, specifically working in Pre-School and Elementary Education.
Lila explains in her essay, “This career allows me to give back to students the way my speech pathologist did for me. I want to be able to make a difference in children’s lives and help them feel more comfortable and confident not only in their voice, but in themselves. Communication is one of the most important skills in life.”
The Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City was founded in 1909 by Dr. Luigi Pezze to promote Italian culture, help immigrants assimilate, and establish themselves in Jersey and the surrounding areas. The Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City continues its mission by expanding to embrace all people of Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey, and beyond.
Our motto of “Service Above Self” continues to be the driving force behind our commitment to the community.

06/09/2026

Carmela Guido of North Bergen is the co-recipient of the Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City’s Lori Sorrentino Hennessey Scholarship for 2026. A resident of North Bergen, Carmela Guido is a graduate of Weehawken High School’s Class of 2026.
The scholarship is awarded to a female high school senior of Italian heritage who will attend a college or university leading to a career in social services. The $7,500.00 scholarship is based on an essay embracing her Italian culture, family values, educational achievements, and her contributions to the community and letters of recommendations.
Ms. Guido plans to attend Ramapo College of New Jersey where she will study nursing, then will pursue a career in both nursing and clinical research. Carmela intends to research autoimmune diseases in children.
Carmela explained in her essay that “giving back has been a part of me since I could remember, and going off to college to learn how to actually make a difference in one’s health excites me to no end…. In my journey to become a nurse, I plan to spend some time in specialties like the NICU and PICU where I can take care of children who are suffering and need a loving hand.”
The Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City was founded in 1909 by Dr. Luigi Pezze to promote Italian culture, help immigrants assimilate, and establish themselves in Jersey and the surrounding areas. The Dante Alighieri Society of Jersey City continues its mission by expanding to embrace all people of Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey, and beyond.
Our motto of “Service Above Self” continues to be the driving force behind our commitment to the community.

05/29/2026

DANTE BROTHER JOE TRUGLIO IS BEING HONORED AS THE GRAND MARSHAL OF THE HOBOKEN MEMORIAL DAY PARADE SATURDAY MAY 30TH AT 11AM WASHINGTON STREET HOBOKEN.
CONGRADULATIONS JOE!

04/30/2026

Dante Alighieri Society: 2026 Man of the Year Gala

A warm welcome to the 2026 Dante Alighieri Society Man of the Year Gala. We're thrilled to celebrate this year's honorees and their commitment to community. A special thank you to all our members and supporters.



Robert Knapp and Michael Amabile

04/29/2026

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04/28/2026

04/15/2026

Looking to help some kids have a great prom, while looking sharp.

04/12/2026

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Buon Dantedì! Established in 2020, Dantedì is the national day dedicated to Dante Alighieri, the father of the Italian language and one of the greatest Italian writers. March 25th was chosen as it is recognized by scholars as the day the poet started his journey in the afterlife in the Divine Come...