Ronzoni Family To Be On Hand to Answer Questions!

Continuing its exploration of local names and places, the Greater Astoria Historical Society will serve up the history of the famed Ronzoni spaghetti empire on Monday, October 4, at 7:30 PM in a special lecture entitled "Ronzoni, Sono Buoni." The lecture, which will take place at Quinn's Gallery, 35-20 Broadway, LIC, NY, is another edition in the Society's acclaimed historical lecture series, 'Queens Dreams.'

The lecture will tell the story of an Italian immigrant family of humble beginnings that came to New York City in the 1880's and how they worked together to establish what would become one of the most popular brand names in America today: the Ronzoni brand of pasta.

"Ronzoni, Sono Buoni" will also feature slides and video (including old clips of advertising from the 50s and 60s) and an opportunity to meet the Ronzoni Family. A lively Q & A session will follow the presentation.

Alfred C. Ronzoni, Jr. is a direct descendent of Emanuele Ronzoni, Sr., the founder of the Ronzoni Macaroni Co. Mr. Ronzoni grew up in Manhasset, NY where he attended Manhasset High School. His first summer job was at the former Ronzoni plant (now site of the Home Depot) located on 50-02 Northern Blvd in Long Island City. Mr. Ronzoni later attended Boston College where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History in 1987. A lifelong history enthusiast, Mr. Ronzoni went on to earn his Master of Arts degree from the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University in 1995.

Quinn's Gallery (4th Floor), 35-20 Broadway, Long Island City, N.Y.