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la nostra famiglia italiana

Upcoming Heritage Sessions at LNFI
LILIA: A TRUE STORY OF LOVE, COURAGE AND SURVIVAL IN THE SHADOW OF WAR
Wednesday, OCT 19 at 7 pm • At the KCIC Hall and also via Zoom
THE RECORDED ZOOM SESSION (1:29:57)
You can also watch the video on our YouTube Channel
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SPECIAL GUESTS

LINDA GANZINI | AUTHOR
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Author Linda Ganzini is a natural-born creative. At a young age, she discovered her talent for art and singing. Over the years, she immersed herself in painting, writing lyrics, and recording music that garnered international recognition and would go on to earn awards for her graphic design work.

In addition to her artistic work, travelling, and exploring new horizons, one of Linda’s deepest passions is bringing her family’s story to life, creating a legacy for them, and providing a voice for the voiceless. Her award-winning book Lilia is a homage to her family and their history

For more on the author, visit lindaganziniauthor.com. Sign up for her newsletter and follow her on Instagram for updates on LILIA and her upcoming book, the sequel.
PictureLilia, who now lives in Kelowna, BC
Author Linda Ganzini offers a powerful page-turning novel of her mother’s inspiring true story. Lilia: A True Story of Love, Courage and Survival in the Shadow of War is an emotionally wrenching coming-of-age and compelling family drama.

Join author Linda Ganzini for an intimate evening where we retrace the steps of her journey in telling her mother’s unforgettable and inspiring true story.

Against the backdrop of fascist Italy during WWII and the Holocaust, Lilia sets the stage for a harrowing story. This riveting tale is propelled by a brave girl’s courage and a family’s bond as they struggle to survive the battle between the forces of evil and the power of love. 

This poignant account will transport you to a lost moment in history that irreversibly changes a quaint Northern Italian village, transforming its people for generations to come. Through the eyes and fearless spirit of a young girl, Lilia’s family story comes to life on the page and will remain in your heart long after you finish the final chapter.
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This is a free event but registration on Eventbrite is required


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Lilia has won three international Independent Publisher Book Awards — gold for best biography and silver for best young adult and creative non fiction.

​Lilia is available on Amazon.ca

SEE OUR OTHER PAST LNFI EVENTS - MANY AVAILABLE ON DEMAND ON YOUTUBE

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ALL UPCOMING LFNI EVENTS

coming soon to kcic!  - click below to find out more

Giuseppe's Cafe - Feb 23
L'Acqua: Italians and The Greening of the Okanagan - Feb 15
Who Killed My Great Grandfather - March 8
REGISTRATION FOR LA BELLA TAVOLA MARCH CLASSES

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Phone: 250 762 0900

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The Kelowna Canadian Italian Club acknowledges that our clubhouse is situated on the beautiful unceded traditional territory of the Syilx/Okanagan people. Who, for thousands of years, have lived in harmony with nature and continue to this day to offer us so much culture and understanding.
  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • About KCIC and Our History
    • President's Message
    • Vice President's Message
    • Executive and Directors
    • Membership
    • Volunteers
  • NEWS & ARTICLES
    • The Grapevine Newsletter
    • THE ITALIAN GARDENER
    • Kelowna's First Families
    • Pietro's Spazio Sport
    • Book Reviews
    • Mangia Mangia Recipes
  • WHAT'S HAPPENING AT KCIC
    • 2023 Calendar
    • Club Happenings >
      • KCIC Dinners & Special Events
      • La Nostra Famiglia Italiana >
        • Upcoming NFI Events >
          • NFI - L'Acqua
          • NFI - Bisnonno
          • NFI - Spaghetti
        • Past NFI Events >
          • NFI - Terrazzo
          • NFI - Guerra
          • NFI - Lilia
          • Coming to Pier 21
          • Dalla Terra
          • Dialetti!
          • Sveva Caetani
          • Emilio Picariello
        • Family Tree Workshops
        • Between Neighbours
      • Giuseppe's Cafe
      • La Bella Tavola - Cooking Classes
      • La Scuola Italiana - Italian Language
      • KCIC Library
    • Il Nostro Lascito Legacy Project
    • Our 55th Birthday!
  • More From Us
    • CONTACT US
    • Clubhouse Rentals
    • 50th ANNIVERSARY >
      • 50th Anniversary
      • Mercato
      • Dinner & Dance Gala
    • Miss Kelowna Cdn. Italian Club
    • PHOTOS >
      • Photos
    • Calendar Page
  • Take Out Dinners
  • New Page