UNICO kc Newsletter 07/20/2026

"A ogni uccello il suo nido è bello" --- “Every bird finds its own nest beautiful” -  Everyone has a found perspective of their own home and familiar surroundings.

Upcoming Meetings/Events - Save The Date(s)

July Wed July 22nd Monthly Meeting    @Casone’s 3737 N. Oak Trfwy Kansas City, MO 64116 Cocktails at 6pm Dinner at 7pm

August Wed August 19th Monthly Meeting   @Caddy Shack 700 E. 3rd St.,        Kansas City, MO 64106 Cocktails at 6pm Dinner at 7pm

September Wed September 23rd Monthly Meeting @Johnny C’s 7012 Universal Avenue, KCMO 64120 Cocktails at 6pm Dinner at 7pm

Salve UNICO Familia!

The Cucchiara Family vacation in Italy was fantastic!  We had clear weather (though there was a heatwave) and were able to indulge in the amazing sights of such an amazing and beautiful country.  We experienced the beauty, majesty and color of the Alps and Lago Di Como.  The history and culture of Rome was overwhelming.  And the vibrant landscape, rolling hills and ancient ruins of Sicilia was emotionally inspiring.  It was my first time visiting, and we my wife and I are already talking about a return visit!

July Dinner —  During our July Dinner we will swear in our upcoming slate of officers.  As such, we invite our UNICAN’s to bring their significant others to join us in this celebration.  Please note, while guests and spouses are welcome at this meeting, we ask that all attendees pay for dinner.

Slate of Officers —  Our incoming slate of officers for the 2025-2026 fiscal year is as follows:

• Michael Cucchiara—President

• Mike Termini—1st Vice President

• Chris Schembri —2nd Vice President

• Vince Palmarine— 3rd Vice President

• Frank Ancona—Secretary

• Mike Mange—Treasurer

• Jerry Viviano—Health & Welfare

• Charlie Passantino—Presidential Advisor

• Frank Cherrito—Executive Director & Festa Chairman

• Dave Sullivan—Scholarship Chairman

• Joe Nastasi—Finance Chairman & Associate Scholarship Chairman

• Gini Spini—Heritage Chairman

• TJ Greenwood—Co-Sergeant at Arms

• Jim Mesh—Co-Sergeant at Arms

Annual Dues —It is time to collect our Annual Dues.  Our cost of membership is $100 per person, with $70 going to UNICO National.  If you are a new member that joined in the 2026 calendar year and have already paid, nothing is due at this time.

Heritage Committee —The Heritage committee continues to do great work.  If you are interested in what they are doing, and/or just want to say high, I am sure they would welcome your attendance.  Just reach out with any questions.

Youth Membership — if you are 18-25 years old, our chapter will cover the cost of your national enrollment, as well as the cost of any monthly dinners you attend.  Please share and reach out with any questions.

A presto,

Michael A. Cucchiara