ABOUT US
"Keeping the Culture Alive!"
In 1925, the Italian American Cultural Club was organized under the name of the "Steubenville Dramatic Club," an organization started by a dedicated group of Italian-Americans to be able to bridge the gap between the multitude of individuals that immigrated to the United States from Italy to their homeland. This organization was of vital importance during this time as individuals were torn between celebrating the culture and nationality of their new home; however, they were separated from the rich and vast culture that they originated from with little to no outlets here in the United States in the 1920s.
Over the years, the organization staged a myriad of performances including operas, dramas, theatre performances, concerts, and much more and was widely attended and celebrated by thousands of individuals in the tri-state area during that time. The organization was briefly integrated into the Columbus Dramatic Club, however, shortly after, the organization separated and remained independent, organizing under a new name of the "Italian American Cultural Club," indicating its expansion into more than just a performance-based organization and into one that celebrated the Italian Culture, Language, and Heritage in a myriad of ways.
In 2025, the Italian American Cultural Club celebrated a unique and monumentous milestone: one hundred years of operation in the preservation, promotion, and protection of the Italian Culture here in the Steubenville and Ohio Valley area.
In modern day, the Italian American Cultural Club remains strong and has introduced a wide variety of different programs for individuals of all ages. From monthly meetings to connect with like-minded people to the Campo Italiano and Scholarship Program for our young individuals to the fundraisers that we facilitate that allow us to bring together the vast amount of Italian Culture, Heritage, and Language that our area has to offer.
Our Board of Directors
Frankie DiCarlantonio, President
Frankie DiCarlantonio is self-described as a "Business Professional & Community Leader." A native of Steubenville, Ohio and the grandson of Italian Immigrants, Frankie is excited to be able to honor his ancestors and his culture by serving as the President of the Italian American Cultural Club, an organization that protects, preserves, and protects the Italian Culture.
Under his leadership, Frankie, along with the many dedicated individuals from the Italian American Cultural Club, has modernized the organization, has brought the organization into a sustainable financial situation, and has helped enhance the many programs and events that the organization facilitates each and every year.
Aside from his work with the Italian American Cultural Club, Frankie is involved in a variety of ventures in the Business, Civic, and Non-Profit sectors including Managing Partner of Columbus-based tech-firm 614 Associates, CEO of the Scaffidi Restaurant Group in Steubenville, Ohio, Board Member of the Jefferson County Board of Elections, Secretary of the Ohio Association of Election Officials, and much more.
Lucia Scaffidi, Vice-President
Lucia was elected the Vice President of the Italian American Cultural Club in November of 2017, taking office in January of 2018. She was unanimously re-elected to another term in December of 2019.
Lucia is the Chairperson of the IACC Scholarship Committee, co-hosts the club's weekly radio show, L'Ora Italiana, with President Frankie DiCarlantonio, and can be found doing multiple differnet projects within the IACC at all times.
Lucia can be contacted via phone at 1-740-317-6241.
Tami Cashioli, Financial Secretary
Tami has held several elected and appointed positions with the Italian American Cultural Club, most recently re-elected to the office of Financial Secretary, charged with keeping detailed records of the club's financials, membership roster, and event information. Aside from this, Tami facilitates and directs the yearly "Campo Italiano" for the Italian American Cultural Club. Tami is an asset in multiple ways, always bringing the "organization" needed to facilitate any aspect of the club.
Tami can be contacted via e-mail at guap_cash@sbcglobal.net.
Michael Zinno, Treasurer
Michael is the Treasurer of the Italian American Cultural Club and is charged with the day-to-day operations of the organization's finances as well as budgeting for the organization. Michael brings his many years of CPA experience to the club and always has a very sensible opinion on affairs brought before the Board of Directors.
Tami can be contacted via e-mail at mzinno@sbcglobal.net.
Kathryn DiCarlantonio, Secretary
Kathryn, President Frankie DiCarlantonio's mother, joined the Executive Board of the Italian American Cultural Club after being unanimously elected its Secretary in December of 2019, taking office in January of 2020. In her role, she keeps all records of club votes and decisions, and handles incoming/ outgoing correspondence.
Kathryn can be contacted via e-mail at kdicarlantonio@comcast.net.