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2016

November 6, 2016

IAWA Features Post-Election Escape Plan: Poetry by Chuck Joy, Jennifer Militello on Sat. Nov. 12, 2016 at Cornelia St. Cafe

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Since 1991, IAWA has given voice to writers through its literary series every second Saturday of the months. Readings begin with an Open Mic: IAWA-East is held even months at...

September 30, 2016

IAWA Features: Embroidered Stories from the Italian Diaspora at Sidewalk Cafe on Saturday, October 8, 2016

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Of Embroidered Stories, Adriana Trigiani writes: “This collection is a treasure of all that is sacred and dear, the unsung women in our lives who made the world more beautiful with their talents.”

The Italian American Writers Association is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Since 1991, IAWA has given voice to writers through its literary series every 2nd Saturday of the...

September 18, 2016

IAWA Joins Bordighera Press @ Brooklyn Book Festival 2016

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IAWA is proud to join The Brooklyn Book Festival, the largest free literary event in New York City, presenting an array of national and international literary stars and emerging...

September 7, 2016

IAWA Features Gil Fagiani and NYTimes Best Selling Author Wally Lamb Sat., Sept. 10, 2016 at Cornelia St. Cafe

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Celebrate IAWA's 25th Anniversary with 2nd Saturday Readings & Special Events

To celebrate its first 25 years, IAWA has co-sponsored events with organizations such as the Vito Marcantonio Forum's Author Series, participated in the NYC Poetry Festival on...

August 24, 2016

IAWA Remembers Frank Polizzi: Poet, Playwright, Editor, Novelist

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Frank Polizzi was the editor of the online multi-cultural journal FEILE-FESTA and a long-time IAWA member

IAWA is saddened to share the passing of one of its long-time members, Frank Polizzi. Through his journal FEILE-FESTA, Frank Polizzi published many IAWA and non-IAWA members' work...

August 2, 2016

IAWA Features Bordighera Authors: Joey Nicoletti and Nicole Santalucia on Sat. Aug. 13 @ Sidewalk Cafe

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Of Santalucia's book, Brian Fanelli writes: "The poems are unflinching in their handling of the personal, something fewer and fewer contemporary poets are doing ... there are plenty of miracles in "Because I Did Not Die ..."

The Italian American Writers Association is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2016. Since 1991, IAWA has given voice to writers through its literary series every second Saturday...

July 7, 2016

IAWA Moves to Governor's Island Sat. July 30 @ 12 Noon Whitehorse Stage

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250 Poets. 5 Boroughs. 2 Days. ONE CITY

This month IAWA is switching it up a bit; skipping reading @Cornelia St. Cafe and heading out to Governor's Island to join 250 poets from 5 boroughs for 2 days in One City. Join...

May 28, 2016

IAWA Features: Lawyers who Moonlight as Mystery Novelists

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IAWA-East is held even months at Sidewalk Café...convivial, thriving entertainment scene and one of the best Happy Hours in town.

The Italian American Writers Association is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Since 1991, IAWA has given voice to writers through its literary series every 2nd Saturday of the...

May 7, 2016

IAWA Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Special Events in May

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During its 25th Anniversary, IAWA will collaborate with other organizations to produce lively, informative and interactive events.

The Italian American Writers Association is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Since 1991, IAWA has given voice to writers through its literary series every 2nd Saturday. Readings...

March 6, 2016

Sagra del Libro Book Fair Kicks off IAWA's 25th Anniversary in Little Italy, NYC

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The Italian American Writers Association kicked off its 25th anniversary with the Sagra del Libro book fair in an historic collaboration with the Order of the Sons of Italy, Lt. Joseph Petrosino Lodge #285 that was initiated by IAWA's recently departed Board Member Emelise Aleandri and was dedicated to her memory.

The Italian American Writers Association (IAWA) kicked off its 25th anniversary with the Sagra del Libro book fair in an historic collaboration with the Order of the Sons of...