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About pamelaallegretto

Artist/Writer

SICILIAN TABLE  –  NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY

Posted on February 19, 2022 by pamelaallegretto

Since traveling back to Italy is still not an option, I’m keeping the dream alive. And what better day to celebrate Italia than today, NATIONAL DRINK WINE DAY! Works for me. Tanti Saluti! Mille Grazie to my dearest friend, Nicolina … Continue reading →

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“HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY”

Posted on January 27, 2022 by pamelaallegretto

Never forget. We must teach it so we don’t repeat it. “GIORNATA IN MEMORIA DELL’OLOCAO” Non dimenticare mai. Dobbiamo insegnarlo per non ripeterlo. Quality Giclee prints of this acrylic on wrapped canvas painting: FAMILY UNITY  are available at: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/family-unity-pamela-allegretto.html

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“SALE”  HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Posted on December 31, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Amazon is offering the paperback edition of ASHES TO ASHES, DIAMONDS TO DUST for $6.33, down from $20.95. This is one of their random discounts, so I’m not sure how long it will be in effect. If you prefer a … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL ELECTRIC GUITAR DAY

Posted on November 27, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Yes, there is such a day. In this painting I wanted to conjure up the after-hours, basement blues and jazz clubs where musicians gather after their gigs to jam until daybreak. Quality Giclee prints from greeting card size to poster … Continue reading →

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  “ALLEGRETTO KEPT ME ON MY TOES.”

Posted on November 24, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“I found myself wanting to return as often as possible to Pamela Allegretto’s farcical mystery Ashes to Ashes, Diamonds to Dust. The slimy or sympathetic or comical characters came to life with their quirks and smells and distinct voices. What … Continue reading →

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“LET’S DANCE”

Posted on November 19, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“LET’S DANCE” No need to fret over containers sitting in a port. Free Ground Shipping on all U.S. orders begin at 12:00 AM Eastern U.S. time Saturday (tomorrow), November 20th thru Sunday, November 21st at 11:59 Eastern U.S. time. I … Continue reading →

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 INTERNATIONAL SAXOPHONE DAY

Posted on November 7, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Today is International Saxophone Day. Yes, that’s really a “Day!” International Saxophone Day is celebrated on November 6th of each year in remembrance of Antoine-Joseph (Adolphe) Sax, the inventor of the saxophone. Adolphe Sax was born on November 6, 1814 … Continue reading →

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WORLD FOOD DAY

Posted on October 16, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

WORLD FOOD DAY There is no justification for children to go hungry in this country (or any country). But it’s happening every day, in every community. The USDA states that more than 11 million children in the United States live … Continue reading →

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MORNING MARKET IN CAMPANIA – SOUTHERN ITALY

Posted on October 9, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

The Roman writer Pliny, a victim of Vesuvius, described the Campania countryside as “So blest with natural beauties and riches, it is clear that when nature formed it she took delight in accumulating all her blessings in a single spot.” … Continue reading →

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SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI

Posted on October 5, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Yesterday was the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. We don’t have to be Christians or even religious to appreciate the life of St. Francis of Assisi. He cherished all of nature and creatures large and small. I mean, … Continue reading →

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“NEVER A DULL MOMENT!”

Posted on August 25, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“Fabulous food, fine wine, fashion, and art set the table for this wonderful romp through the streets of Venezia. Besides being fast-paced and witty, the heart of this charming caper is its well-crafted mystery, which has more potential suspects and … Continue reading →

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BRIDGE OF SIGHS AND DREAMS – 5-STAR REVIEW

Posted on July 28, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“The characters and story will remain with you long after you’ve read the final page.” “What a bittersweet story. It shows the depths people will go to during a crisis: in this case, a war. Some cower in fear, others … Continue reading →

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VIVA ITALIA – A WEEK TO CELEBRATE

Posted on July 17, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

The Festa del Redentore, one of the most important traditional events in Venice, commemorates the end of the plague of the 16th century. The annual celebration takes place during the weekend of the third Sunday of July. Another reason to celebrate … Continue reading →

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“MADCAP CAPER”

Posted on June 9, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

“If you’re looking for a madcap caper, Ashes to Ashes, Diamonds to Dust is your jam!” “A complete 180 from Pamela Allegretto’s first book. Both effortlessly whisk her reader to Italy and communicate what we’ll see, where we’ll walk, what … Continue reading →

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PRIDE MONTH – PRIDE BOUQUET  

Posted on June 1, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

June is PRIDE MONTH.My painting PRIDE BOUQUET celebrates all my friends and family in the LBGTQ community. I wanted my flowers to have a party on my canvas where everyone’s invited. Cheers to you all for being who you are. … Continue reading →

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