In 2016, Roselle Park New Jersey USA and Arpino Italy officially became Sister/Twin Cities. Arpino, the "Città de Arte" or City of Art welcomed the relationship with open arms. Their historical, industrial and artistic importance to the Italian history in many ways mirrors the historical significance of Roselle Park to our state and county.
Coronavirus Pandemic joins Sister Cities is a demonstration of
Unity, Compassion and Solidarity
"As Italy adjusts to life under emergency quarantine measures, there's a feeling of calm and solidarity between people around the country which is best summed up by this Italian phrase. Pictures bearing the slogan "Andrà Tutto Bene – everything will be alright "– are all over Italian social media today as people seek to reassure each other and brighten up days spent at home under quarantine". - The Local It, March 12, 2020
Unity, Compassion and Solidarity
"As Italy adjusts to life under emergency quarantine measures, there's a feeling of calm and solidarity between people around the country which is best summed up by this Italian phrase. Pictures bearing the slogan "Andrà Tutto Bene – everything will be alright "– are all over Italian social media today as people seek to reassure each other and brighten up days spent at home under quarantine". - The Local It, March 12, 2020
We reached out to Arpino, Italy's Councilman Francesco Rabotti. He reached out to Mayor Renato Rea and the Arpino municipal administration are also encouraging their children and parents to make rainbow posters with "Andrà Tutto Bene Roselle Park NJ "
Likewise, we are encouraging the Roselle Park children and adults to do the same with rainbow posters with "Andrà Tutto Bene, Arpino Italy" on them to reenforce hope and celebrate our twin city communities. Together, Parkers and Arpinati will overcome this crisis as one.
Likewise, we are encouraging the Roselle Park children and adults to do the same with rainbow posters with "Andrà Tutto Bene, Arpino Italy" on them to reenforce hope and celebrate our twin city communities. Together, Parkers and Arpinati will overcome this crisis as one.
Sister City Messages from Across the Atlantic Ocean
Mayor Renato Rea, Aprino Italy |
Councilman Joe DeIorio, Roselle Park USA |
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How You Can Help
Make posters or paint on windows with "Andrà Tutto Bene, Arpino Italy" written on them. Take pictures and post them on social media with the hashtags #andràtuttobene #everythingwillbefine and @Amministrazione.comune.arpino so that the town official in Italy can see their Sister City support them in this time of crisis.
What if I already did my rainbow poster with "Andrà Tutto Bene"?
If you already did your poster, could you kindly add the words Arpino Italy? Then take a photo holding the poster and post on social media with #andràtuttobene #everythingwillbefine and @Amministrazione.comune.arpino so that the Town Officials can see their Sister City Roselle Park support them in this time of crisis.
Check back often!
Make posters or paint on windows with "Andrà Tutto Bene, Arpino Italy" written on them. Take pictures and post them on social media with the hashtags #andràtuttobene #everythingwillbefine and @Amministrazione.comune.arpino so that the town official in Italy can see their Sister City support them in this time of crisis.
What if I already did my rainbow poster with "Andrà Tutto Bene"?
If you already did your poster, could you kindly add the words Arpino Italy? Then take a photo holding the poster and post on social media with #andràtuttobene #everythingwillbefine and @Amministrazione.comune.arpino so that the Town Officials can see their Sister City Roselle Park support them in this time of crisis.
Check back often!
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Sending Love from Arpino ItalyThe Rabotti Family, Arpino Italy
Here is five-year-old Maria, a member of the Rabotti Family and the granddaughter of Arpino, Italy Councilman Francesco Rabotti Will you send some love back and help our "Sister City" overcome our mutual challenges? |
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Poster and Pizza for Aprino, ItalyThe Negron Family, Roselle Park NJ USA
Ayden and Dyanna Negron creating rainbows and building bridges with our Sister City #Arpino Italy with help from parents Councilwoman Jayme Lynn Negron and Antonio Negron. Afterwords Ayden and Dyanna learned more about our sister city and made pizza for lunch! |
Posters and Sidewalk ChalkThe Munoz Family, Roselle Park NJ USA
Brendan and CC, children of Sarah and Michael Munoz, took their art to the sidewalks with chalk and adorned the neighborhood with the colors of the rainbow. With posters and chalk, they send word of hope and encouragement. |
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A Better Future Starts TodayThe Caraballo Family, Roselle Park NJ USA
"Everything will be ok." The kind words and thoughts for our sister city Arpino Italy continue with 9 year old, Adrian and 6 year old Audrey Caraballo The thoughtfulness of our children today can set the example for a better tomorrow.. |
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#YouCanMakeADifferenceReanna Saldana & Isabelle Latorre
Roselle Park NJ USA When Reanna and Isabelle aren't performing on stage or singing to an audience, they are volunteering to bring awareness and hope during the coronavirus pandemic.. Thanks to them and their family, they began the #LightTheFight yellow and white ribbon campaign to show support for our health care workers on the frontline. They prove that young people can be involved and make a difference. |
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Related Stories and Resources

Arpino Italy Named as Official “Sister City” of Roselle Park
Tapinto Roselle Park July 23, 2016
Mayor Carl Hokanson and Councilman Thos Shipley proclaim Arpino Italy and
Roselle Park NJ USA as sister cities. Click here for more information
Tapinto Roselle Park July 23, 2016
Mayor Carl Hokanson and Councilman Thos Shipley proclaim Arpino Italy and
Roselle Park NJ USA as sister cities. Click here for more information

Roselle Park Sister City Adopted by Arpino Italy
Tapinto Roselle Park August 12, 2016
Arpino Italy Mayor Renator Rea and Councilman Francesco Rabotti official adopt
Roselle Park NJ USA as their Twin City (sister city) with Councilman Thos Shipley and Joe DeIorio. Click here for more information
Tapinto Roselle Park August 12, 2016
Arpino Italy Mayor Renator Rea and Councilman Francesco Rabotti official adopt
Roselle Park NJ USA as their Twin City (sister city) with Councilman Thos Shipley and Joe DeIorio. Click here for more information
International News

'Everything will be all right': message of hope spreads in Italy
The Guardian, March 12, 2020
Slogan ‘andrà tutto bene’ goes viral as the country deals with Europe’s worst Covid-19 outbreak.
The Guardian, March 12, 2020
Slogan ‘andrà tutto bene’ goes viral as the country deals with Europe’s worst Covid-19 outbreak.

Italian expression of the day: 'Andrà tutto bene'
The Local IT, March 12, 2020
Pictures bearing the slogan andrà tutto bene – everything will be alright – are all over Italian social media today as people seek to reassure each other and brighten up days spent at home under quarantine.
The Local IT, March 12, 2020
Pictures bearing the slogan andrà tutto bene – everything will be alright – are all over Italian social media today as people seek to reassure each other and brighten up days spent at home under quarantine.
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