UNICO National - Hazleton Chapter

06/02/2026

UNICO installed a new member at our monthly meeting, held tonight, June 1, 2026, at Vesuvio's in Drums.

UNICO welcomes Mike Starrick and we look forward to his positive contribution to our organization and our community!

A warm welcome to Mike!

Pictured are:
Angelo Porreca, UNICO President, Mike Starrick, and his UNICO sponsor, Renee Chirico

05/18/2026

Vendors are starting to come in and we cannot wait for another fun action packed weekend!

Confirmed vendors as of 5/18/26
Food
- Alta Presents Dante’s Inferno
- The Cheese Store
- Annie’s Cookie Corner & More
- DP’s Apple Dumplings
- Bill’s Golden Birch Beer
- Mainville Farm Market
- The Greek Shack

Crafters
- Jewelry Creat Boutique
- Creations By Carlo Italian novelties, collectibles & more)
- Little Lights Daycare (Slime Table)
- Soapscents 570 (Homemade soap)
- Nana Nora’s Crafts (handmade and repurposed crafts)
- OliveYou (Olive oil and vinegars)
- 2 Bee Brats Honey (homemade honey from local bees)
- Bonks Pillows & More (towels, pillows and more)
- Barb’s Scentsy (candles, wax melts & more)

Also this year will Feature the Hazleton National Guard showing off all their equipment and gear with a special salute to service and 9/11 remembrance.

This years date September 11, 12, 13!

05/15/2026

UNICO installed two new members at our monthly meeting, held on May 4, 2026, at The Lookout House Restaurant.

UNICO welcomes Matt Starrick and Mike Prehotsky, and looks forward to their positive contribution to our organization and our community!

A warm welcome to Matt and Mike!

Pictured below are:
Mike Prehotsky, and his sponsor, Dante Chirico; Matt Starrick, and his sponsor, Gianluca Sacco; Angelo Porreca, UNICO President.

04/21/2026

We are in need of an Italian Dessert Vendor for our Belľ Italia Festival held in Hazleton on September 11, 12, and 13th. If anyone is interested or knows of someone please contact us!!!

04/18/2026

We are in need of an Italian Dessert Vendor for our Belľ Italia Festival held in Hazleton on September 11, 12, and 13th. If anyone is interested or knows of someone please contact us!!!

Send a message to learn more

04/15/2026

Vendors are starting to come in and we cannot wait for another fun action packed weekend!

Confirmed vendors as of 4/14/26
Food
- Alta Presents Dante’s Inferno
- Bee’s Knees BBQ
- The Cheese Store
- Annie’s Cookie Corner & More
- DP’s Apple Dumplings
- Bill’s Golden Birch Beer
- Mainville Farm Market

Crafters
- Jewelry Creat Boutique

If you’re looking to join this action packed event message our Facebook to see if your product is a good match for what we’re looking for!

04/10/2026

Our Bell’ Italia Festival is right around the corner and we are looking to fill some spots.

If you’re interested in being a vendor or crafter please message us to see if we’re a good match!

This years Dates are September 11, 12, 13

04/07/2026

UNICO President Mike DeCosmo swore in its Board of Directors at the April monthly meeting. UNICO is grateful to this team, who dedicates their time, energy, and resources to UNICO, with a sole mission of helping our community. Welcome and congratulations to UNICO’s Board of Directors.

Pictured are President Michael DeCosmo, Board members Alison Conlin, Dan DeMelfi, Cathy Gasper, Anna Skawinski, Lori Mallas, Tommy Bruno, and Secretary, Elena Timko.