Discover the passion, tradItions,
and CULTURE OF THE TRENTINO HERITAGE
Tony Dalla
President
Aldo svaldi
Vice President
Mike falagrady
Recording Secretary
Anna Vann
Treasurer
LAGO DI GARDA AT THE BASE OF THE ITALIAN ALPS IN TRENTINO.
Our History
Our club was established in 1982 with a group of Trentino immigrants living in Denver, and adopted the title "Tirolesi-Trentini" because of a large number of original members that came to America before the end of World War 1. To honor both pre- and post-war inhabitants of the region, we named our club "Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado".
Through the years, we have accomplished many cultural events, fundraisers, and community outreach with other Italian organizations. We strive to continue our path!
Our philosophy
The Tirolesi Trentini del Colorado Club is a social club composed of individuals whose ancestors hail from the autonomous Province of Trento in Northern Italy. Our mission is to foster fellowship, celebrate our shared heritage, and participate in diverse cultural and social activities. Our club operates with a team of elected officers who manage its affairs and a community of active members who enrich our events with their enthusiastic participation. together, we keep our traditions alive and create meaningful connections.
global connections
Trentino Clubs span the globe, with most tied to Trentini nel Mondo, the main office in Trento that oversees these clubs. To visit their website, go to www.trentininelmondo.it.
There is also a North American Board of Directors that oversees the clubs in Canada and the United States. ITTONA (International Tyrolean Trentino Organization of North America) holds a convention every two years, moving from places around North America as well as Italy. In 2024, the convention was held in Pinzolo, in the heart of the Dolomites.
our roots
Beginning about 100 years ago and up through the end of the First World War, our present homeland, "The Autonomous Province of Trento," was under the rule of Franz Joseph, Emperor o the Austro-Hungarian empire. During this period, all school children were required to learn their ABC's, read and write, and do their numbers. These skills served immigrants to the United States well, helping them preserve their proper names and the names of their hometowns.
Because of the mixture of countries making up the Austro-Hungarian Empire, there was a blending of cultures. Of particular importance to us were the Austrian and German influences, which are still reflected in our food and language. Upon the conclusion of World War 1, the Treaty of St. Germain, signed on September 10, 1918, reduced the Austro-Hungarian Empire by 4/5. One part of this area, known as Sud Tyrol in Italy, became "The Trentino"