The Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis/St. Paul

GIFT CERTIFICATES: Give the Gift of Italian Culture!

Start
01 Sep 2024
End
31 Dec 2026
Location
ONLINE

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We are happy to offer gift certificates for membership and classes at the ICC.

Giving a membership or language class as a present to your close friends and family is a unique and wonderful way to spread the joy of the Italian experience and to introduce them to a vibrant community of Italian native speakers, Italophiles and millennia of Italian art, literature, culture and daily life. It truly is a gift that keeps on giving.

Certificate options:

→ $50 = Individual Membership

→ $80 = Family Membership

→ $120 = Membership + 1 Private Lesson

→ $280 = One YOUTH term language class at any level (ages 3-17)

→ $350 = One ADULT term language class at any level (ages 18 and older).

Membership is required to enroll in language classes.

A perfect gift at any time of the year, and for any occasion, to say "Benvenuto" to the singular experience of all things Italian.

Grazie mille!

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Private and Semi-Private Lesson Packages

Start
01 Sep 2025
End
31 Dec 2026
Location
TBD

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Private lessons offer personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning style. Semi-private lessons are designed for a small group (two or more learners) who wish to study together with shared goals and a customized plan. Lessons can focus on conversation, grammar, reading, writing, and pronunciation, and are available online or in person with flexible scheduling.

Cancellation Policy
Please notify your instructor at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel or reschedule a lesson. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice are charged the full lesson fee.

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PLACEMENT TEST

Start
24 Oct 2025
End
31 Dec 2026
Location
ONLINE

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Not sure in which class to register?

A professional Italian language proficiency evaluation is available for a $50 fee. This process helps identify the class that best matches your current level and learning goals.

1. REGISTER ONLINE and pay $50.

2. Download, print, and complete THIS PLACEMENT TEST (PDF).*

3. Email a scanned copy or clear photo of your completed test to luisa@theitalianculturalcenter.org
Luisa O’Gara, Director of the Adult Language Program.

You will be contacted within 72 hours to schedule a Zoom conversation with an instructor to further assess your oral skills. During this meeting, you will discuss your results and determine which class best fits your language needs and personal goals.

*This test is for new ICC students with previous knowledge of Italian who are registering for the first time. Students registering for Beginner 1 do not need to take this test.

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Educational Travel Program to MODENA : April 11-25, 2026

Start
27 Oct 2025
End
25 Apr 2026
Location
Modena, Italy
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Improve your Italian language skills while exploring Modena and the Emilia Romagna region!

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its extraordinary architectural masterpieces, Modena is also celebrated for its rich culinary traditions, iconic sports cars, and world-class opera heritage.

Your 2 week-stay will include daily language classes (Mon-Fri) at Romanica, Accademia Italiana di Lingua e Cultura, an accredited School for the teaching of Italian, recognized by Italian Ministry of Education, where you will improve your grammar and conversation skills.

On this exclusive itinerary created for a small group (max 14 people), you will discover the history and culture of Modena and nearby jewel towns, including Bologna, Parma, and Mantova.

You will explore the region's artistic masterpieces, experience Modena's love for music and fast cars and savor and learn about its culinary excellences, including traditional balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano, tortellini, and Lambrusco wine.

I am excited to be your tour leader again in 2026 and look forward to traveling with you! For questions, please email astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org.

Astrid Garino, MD

President of ICC

For detailed information on the itinerary and package, click HERE

Rates:

$5,400 per person (single room occupancy)
$4,260 per person (double room occupancy)

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Torino and Piemonte: Educational Trip – October 10-24, 2026

Start
10 Jan 2026
6:00 AM
End
10 Oct 2026
11:00 AM
Location
Torino
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TORINO

October 10 - 24, 2026

Given the popularity of this destination, we are returning to Torino again in 2026! I am delighted to lead you to discover my hometown, a true gem off the beaten path.

Torino is a elegant city, rich in history, once Italy's first capital, known for its world- class museums, stunning Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture, expansive piazzas and covered arcades (porticoes), perfect for walking. A paradise for foodies, Torino is also famous for its Aperitivo culture, delicious food (chocolate!) and historic cafés.

Our itinerary will also take you to the countryside of Piedmont, outside Turin, in the beautiful Langhe region, famous for its stunning landscapes and its production of some of Italy's best wines (Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo) and specialty foods (white truffle, hazelnuts).

Your immersion in Piedmontese culture will include a 2-week language course at an excellent school where you will have the opportunity to improve your language skills.

Torino and Piedmont offer an authentic Italian experience with fewer crowds than other destinations in Italys: truly a fantastic destination that will make a memorable vacation.

For details of the itinerary, please click HERE.

Please review, sign and return the Waiver if you decide to participate to the trip.

I am looking forward to lead you in this next adventure!

Astrid Garino, MD
President, The Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis/St.Paul

Registration opens January 10, 2026

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A detailed presentation of the program will be offered in person on

Thursday, February 19, 10-11 AM

Sunday, February 22, 1-2 PM

at the Italian Cultural Center

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ONLINE ITALIAN for Homeschool T(W)EENS - Level 1 - Tuesday Afternoons (YS26HS)

Start
10 Feb 2026
2:00 PM
End
12 May 2026
3:00 PM
Location
ONLINE
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In this 12-session (12-hr) ONLINE course for absolute beginners, students (age 12-17) will enjoy this communicative online learning experience by engaging in dynamic activities while following an age-appropriate materials. Students will complete the first 2-3 chapters of the textbook, integrating written and oral grammar exercises with lots of speaking practice in mini-dialogues and conversational scenarios. After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class, along with assigned material to complete, practice, and review (approximately 15-20 minutes a day) before the next class.

Students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce oneself, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about oneʼs place of origin, current residence, studies and hobbies, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Please use this link to purchase book Espresso Ragazzi 1, incl. e-book access code. The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months.

NOTE: NO classes on March 31 and April 7.

Cost:

ICC MEMBERS: $240

NON-MEMBERS: $260

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the second class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
After the second class: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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I PICCOLI - ITALIAN for Beginners Age 3-6 YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
10:00 AM
End
16 May 2026
11:00 AM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Join us for a 60-minute in-person lesson designed for preschool and kindergarten children with little or no exposure to Italian. Our engaging sessions focus on vocabulary building and oral communication skills through interactive songs, stories, games, and imaginative play. Students will also learn about contemporary Italian culture around traditional holidays.

After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class. We will also provide links to the music, online games, and videos used, allowing families to reinforce the material at home throughout the week.

Activity Book included!

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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I MEDI - Beginner/Intermediate (Age 6 - 8) YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
10:00 AM
End
16 May 2026
11:00 AM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Join us for a 60-minute in-person lesson designed for Elementary School children with little or no exposure to Italian. Students will build their confidence in speaking and listening by focusing on vocabulary and oral communication skills through interactive songs, dances, stories, games, and imaginative play. They will also explore simple reading and writing in Italian. The lessons will emphasize contemporary Italian culture, traditional holidays, and geography.

After each lesson, families will receive a summary of the topics and activities covered, suggestions, and links for optional exercises to practice at home during the week.

Activity Book included!

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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I GRANDI - Beginner/Intermediate (Age 9-11) YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
10:00 AM
End
16 May 2026
11:00 AM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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This 60-minute in-person lesson is designed for Upper Elementary and Middle School students with little or no exposure to Italian.

The focus will be on building vocabulary, enhancing oral communication skills, reading, writing, pronunciation, spelling, as well as cultural competency.

Students will have a structured and progressive learning experience by engaging in dynamic activities while following an age-appropriate workbook. Our dynamic activities include role-plays, music, movement, and games, all conducted entirely in Italian. We also emphasize contemporary Italian culture, traditional holidays, and geography.

After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class. We will also provide suggestions and links for optional exercises to review and practice at home during the week.

Activity Book included!

NOTE: NO class on March 14 and April 4.

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Beginning Italian Grammar and Conversation for T(W)EENS (Age 12+) "I TWEEN" YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
10:00 AM
End
16 May 2026
11:00 AM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Explore our engaging 60-minute, in-person, communicative Italian lesson for Middle and High School students with little or no exposure to Italian at home.

Students will build their speaking and listening comprehension confidence, improve their reading and writing skills in Italian, and explore grammatical concepts while expanding their cultural competency.

Students will have a structured and progressive learning experience by engaging in dynamic activities while following an age-appropriate materials. After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class, along with optional material to practice the material during the week.

Please use this link to purchase book Espresso Ragazzi 1, incl. e-book access code.

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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I PICCOLI (PreK-K) - Advanced/Bilingual YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
11:15 AM
End
16 May 2026
12:15 PM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Join us for a 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion lesson designed for preschool kids and kindergarteners who have previous exposure to Italian and the opportunity to hear Italian at home.

These lessons will focus on vocabulary building and oral communication skills through interactive songs, stories, games, and imaginative play. We will also emphasize contemporary Italian culture, traditional holidays, and geography.

After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class. This email will include links to the music, online games, or videos used in class, giving families the option to reinforce the material at home throughout the week.

Activity Book included!

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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I MEDI - Advanced/Bilingual (Age 6-8) YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
11:15 AM
End
16 May 2026
12:15 PM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Explore our engaging 60-minute in-person lessons, designed for early elementary school children (1st-3rd graders) who want to immerse themselves in the Italian language or who have Italian-speaking backgrounds at home.

These sessions aim to boost students' confidence in speaking and listening comprehension while introducing them to fundamental reading and writing skills in Italian. Activities are diverse and include interactive elements such as singing, dancing, acting, role-playing, and educational games.

Following each lesson, families will receive a comprehensive email summary detailing the topics and activities covered during class. Additionally, we provide tailored suggestions for supplementary materials to facilitate continued practice and reinforcement of learning throughout the week.

Activity Book included!

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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I GRANDI - Advanced/Bilingual (5th - 7th gr) YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
11:15 AM
End
16 May 2026
12:15 PM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Join our 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion Italian lesson designed for Middle School students with prior exposure to Italian or the opportunity to hear Italian at home.

In this engaging course, students will:

Focus on vocabulary building and oral communication skills
Practice reading, writing, pronunciation, and spelling
Expand cultural competency

Students will have a structured and progressive learning experience by engaging in dynamic activities while following an age-appropriate workbook. Our dynamic activities include role-plays, music, movement, games, and crafts, all conducted entirely in Italian. We also emphasize contemporary Italian culture, traditional holidays, and geography.

After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class. We will also provide suggestions and links for optional exercises to review and practice at home during the week.

Use this link to purchase book, Espresso Ragazzi 1 with e-book access code.

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

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GRAMMATICA e CONVERSAZIONE per i TEEN BILINGUE (Age 12+) YS26

Start
14 Feb 2026
11:15 AM
End
16 May 2026
12:30 PM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Explore our engaging 75-minute, in-person, full-immersion lesson for teens with previous exposure to Italian, or students who are bilingual in another romance language.

Students will improve precision in their speaking and listening comprehension skills, build confidence in communicating with peers, expand their vocabulary and use of more complex grammar while deepening their cultural competency through comparisons informed by readings, writings, audio-visual media, and their own experiences. Discussions will be entirely in Italian and students will have the chance to engage with College-Board materials designed to prepare them for an eventual Italian AP Exam.

Students will have a structured and progressive learning experience by engaging in dynamic activities and following an age and level-appropriate textbook. After each lesson, families will receive an email summary of the topics and activities covered in class, along with specific exercise suggestions to practice the material during the week.

NOTE: NO classes on March 14 and April 4.

Please use this link to purchase book Espresso Ragazzi 1, incl. e-book access code.

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ACCELERATED OPTION! ONLINE Intermediate Italian Grammar and Conversation for T(W)EENS (Age 12+) YS26

Start
18 Feb 2026
5:30 PM
End
13 May 2026
6:15 PM
Location
Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
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The INTERMEDIATE 'ACCELERATED' OPTION!

Take advantage of our engaging 45-minute ONLINE conversational Italian practice sessions for Middle and High School students with previous experience studying Italian but no necessary exposure to Italian at home. This class is considered ʼAcceleratedʼ not only because of student maturity and motivation, but because in addition to the in-person Saturday lessons at ICC it offers students a chance to practice their communication skills and reinforce previously presented material in smaller groups ONLINE mid-week for an additional 45 minutes.

This second mini-lesson each week ensures students engage effectively with the material on a regular basis, at regular intervals, and are better prepared for each Saturday, thus helping them reach their proficiency goals sooner. Students will build their confidence in comprehension and speaking skills, improve their automaticity in Italian, and apply grammatical concepts while focussing on proficiency in everyday conversational topics.

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Torino October 2026: Presentation of Itinerary

When
19 Feb 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
The Italian Cultural Center
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TORINO

October 10 - 24, 2026

Please join us at the Italian Cultural Center on 250, N Third Avenue , Suite 625 for a presentation of the itinerary of the Educational Trip to Torino and Piedmont in October 2026 !

For details of the itinerary please click HERE

The presentation is free but registration is appreciated for organizational purposes.

Light refreshments will be served.

A presto !

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NEW! Italiano ESPRESSO per Genitori YS26IPG

When
21 Feb 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Italiano Espresso per Genitori is a 10-hr course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents who have previously studied a bit of Italian improve their familiarity with Italian grammar and speak with more confidence. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar, and follows the same book as the ICC Adult School classes.

Session Dates/Times: Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

February 21, 28 (No class for parents on the first day of Youth School)
March 7, 21, 28 (NO ICC on March 14 for Spring Break)
April 11, 18, 25 (NO ICC on April 4 for Easter weekend)
May 2, 9 (No class for parents on May 16 = Last day of YS classes)

Space is limited, so register now to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience! Enrollment is limited to parents whose children are currently enrolled in ICC's YS classes.

To order a copy of the Textbook and Workbook please search your favorite bookseller's website, but be sure to order the updated edition which includes online access to the e-book.

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NEW! Accelerated Italiano per i Genitori YS26IPG

Start
21 Feb 2026
11:15 AM
End
09 May 2026
12:15 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Italiano Espresso per Genitori is a 10-hr course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents - who have previously studied Italian for over a year, or who are bilingual in Spanish - improve their previous knowledge of Italian grammar and speak with more confidence. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar, and follows the same book as the ICC Adult School classes.

Session Dates/Times: Saturdays 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

February 21, 28 (No class for parents on the first day of Youth School)
March 7, 21, 28 (NO ICC on March 14 for Spring Break)
April 11, 18, 25 (NO ICC on April 4 for Easter weekend)
May 2, 9 (No class for parents on May 16 = Last day of YS classes)

Space is limited, so register now to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience! Enrollment is limited to parents whose children are currently enrolled in ICC's YS classes.

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CONVERSATION WORKSHOP SERIES - Saturday Afternoons, once-a-month (Levels A2-B1) - IN PERSON AW26CC

Start
21 Feb 2026
1:30 PM
End
16 May 2026
2:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Riscaldatevi! Warm- up with ICC’s once-a-month Afternoon Caffè e Conversazione Series for Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate students (levels A2-B1). We will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month. Come when you can!

Open to both MEMBERS and NON-MEMBERS!

Dates: Feb. 21, March 21, April 18 and May 16.

Practice your Italian conversational skills in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Sip un caffè, enjoy un tè caldo, and savor un biscottino or un cornetto while engaging in authentic discussion on variety of topics—all while improving fluency and confidence when speaking Italian.

Each 60-minute session offers the perfect opportunity to meet others, exchange stories, and practice conversation at the Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate levels. Immerse yourself in Italian culture, make new friends, and experience the joy of authentic conversations in a friendly community of fellow language enthusiasts.

Please Note: Cancellations require a minimum of 36 hours’ notice for a refund. (We ask you let us know no later thanThursday evening if you can't attend on Saturday afternoon.)

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Torino October 2026: presentation of the itinerary

When
22 Feb 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location
The Italian Cultural Center
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TORINO

October 10 - 24, 2026

Please join us at the Italian Cultural Center on 250, N Third Avenue, Suite 625 for a presentation of the itinerary of the Educational Trip to Torino and Piedmont in October 2026!

For details of the itinerary please click HERE

The presentation is free but registration is appreciated for organizational purposes.

Light refreshments will be served.

A presto!

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SPONSOR the 17th Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul

Start
26 Feb 2026
6:00 PM
End
01 Mar 2026
10:00 PM
Location
The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55414

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--- Update 2/9/2026: Grazie a tutti for your generosity! We continue to welcome sponsorships throughout the festival. Please note that at this stage we may no longer be able to include your name in printed or on-screen promotional materials. However, sponsors will still be acknowledged on our website, in our newsletter, and across our social media channels, according to their sponsorship level. ---

Contribute to the Vibrant Arts and Cultural Scene of the Twin Cities

Step into the spotlight and help us bring the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul to life! From February 26 to March 1, 2026, at The Main Cinema, we’ll celebrate the artistry and passion of Italian storytelling through contemporary masterpieces alongside timeless classics.

Event Details

When: February 26 - March 1, 2026

Where: The Main Cinema, Minneapolis (with easy parking access!)

All films are in Italian with English subtitles, offering an authentic and accessible experience.

Why Sponsor?

Whether you're an organization or an individual, your contribution enriches the Twin Cities cultural landscape while allowing you to be part of a prestigious and meaningful cultural event.

Benefits of Sponsorship Include:

Complimentary access and preferred seating.
Fast lane entry and exclusive moments with guest filmmakers.
High-visibility recognition in festival materials.

How to Become a Sponsor:
Explore the Sponsorship Package (View package HERE).

To Complete your Sponsorship:
Click on the Register button and select the sponsorship level at which you’d like to support the festival.

For sponsorships of $1,000 or more, we prefer payment by check or Zelle to help us avoid transaction fees. If this works for you, please select ‘Invoice Me’ when prompted so we know to expect your check or Zelle.

Please make your check payable to Italian Cultural Center (250 Third Ave. N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401) and include “IFF” in the memo line.

To send money directly into our Wells Fargo account, you can use any of the following three Zelle recipient options:

astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org
ronlattin@gmail.com
612-272-5312

Presented in Partnership

The Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul is proudly presented by the Italian Cultural Center in partnership with MSP Film Society and The Main Cinema.

Join us in celebrating Italian cinema and making a lasting impact on the arts community.

Grazie ai nostri sponsor e sostenitori!

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Produttore d’Élite

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Produttore Esecutivo

Luigi Bernardi

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Produttore

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Assistente di Produzione

Brian Balleria & Joan Bechtold

Ann Burns

Matt & Amber Christian

Albert & Susan Colianni

Conversazione e Storie Italiane - Mpls

Astrid Garino & Massimo Costalonga

Ron Curran

Tom Fabbro

Mark Giorgini

In Memory of Michael and Victoria Frediani, early residents + purveyors of "Gelato e Dolci" in St. Paul

Level Design & Remodel

Joe Tamburino

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Regista

Catherine Allan

Anthony & Giada Nucera

Ryan and Luisa O'Gara

Riggs-DeMay Family

Nancy & Gary Schaefer

Leah and James Sheehy

Jennine Speier

Dominic Sposeto

Sandra Tighe

Kathy Moe & Jonathan Watson

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Aiuto Regista

Anonymous

Nancy & Ben Antin

Laura Mauro & David Brown

Giacomo and Denise D’Aurora

Deborah Pile & Jack Flynn

Corby & Ginny Kistler

John & Sheila Moroney

Karen and Joseph Pingatore

P. Scialla

Institutional Support

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Toddler Time: Italian immersion for our youngest learners! YS26TT

Start
28 Feb 2026
9:00 AM
End
16 May 2026
9:45 AM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Immerse your child in the beauty of the Italian language and culture through our interactive story-time sessions and delightful social activities!

The Italian Cultural Center Youth School warmly invites families—parents, grandparents, and toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years—to join us for a series of 10 informal intergenerational gatherings on Saturday mornings at the ICC in the North Loop. Toddler Time is an interactive story-time combined with arts and crafts related to the story, and/or music (song and movement), and ends with some playtime so families can interact independently.

Session Dates: Saturdays from 9am - 9:45am (February 28 - May 16), with NO CLASSES on MARCH 14 and APRIL 4.

This series is FREE for all ICC Family Members, but Donations are TRULY APPRECIATED and help us continue to offer programs such as these.

Space is limited so REGISTER NOW, and don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to spark your child’s curiosity, build community, and lay the foundation for multilingualism!

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FREE WORKSHOP-Introduction to Italian

When
08 Mar 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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How to approach learning the Italian language: a free workshop for beginners.

If you are enrolled in, or are thinking about enrolling in, Italian Beginner 1, or if you are currently in Beginner 2 and missed this workshop previously, we encourage you to register for this free introductory workshop. It is the perfect opportunity to gain helpful insights into the essential foundations of the Italian language before beginning your journey into la bella lingua.

Luisa Narducci O'Gara, a native Italian speaker and experienced ICC instructor, will guide you through the fundamentals of Italian grammar structure and pronunciation, introducing key concepts and terminology. She will also familiarize you with the learning materials used in the Beginner series, recommend additional resources, and share practical tips for studying Italian effectively in a pleasant and productive environment.

This workshop is free, but space is limited to the first 25 participants. Priority will be given to those already enrolled in a course.

For questions, please contact the Director of Language Programs at luisa@theitalianculturalcenter.org. We will be happy to assist you.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Monday Evening (AS26B1)

Start
06 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
15 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 25

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult PRE-Intermediate 3 (B) - Monday Evening AS26PI3

Start
06 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
15 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 3

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Cost: $350

NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 25

Amazon:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book+Interactive e-book)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

Libreria Pino:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 2 - Monday Evening (AS26B2)

Start
06 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
15 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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The goal of this 10-session, 20-hour course is for beginner students to strengthen their foundational vocabulary and grammar skills so they can speak more confidently and in greater detail about themselves. Students will learn to get to know others by discussing daily activities and routines, occupations, hobbies, interests, and likes and dislikes. They will practice making plans for specific days and times and asking questions to obtain more detailed information about people, places, and things. The course also explores key cultural aspects of Italian life and places strong emphasis on using verbs comfortably and accurately in specific conversational contexts.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Cost: $350

NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 25

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! ADVANCED-Practice and Consolidation 1 (Livello B1/B2) - Monday Evening AS26PC1

Start
06 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
15 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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This course is designed for Intermediate students who wish to strengthen and consolidate their understanding of previously introduced grammar structures in new contexts. The focus is on developing greater ease and confidence in using verb tenses, combined and relative pronouns, and comparative forms, while applying these structures effectively in real-life communication.

Students will expand their vocabulary and improve both listening comprehension and speaking skills. The course includes creative supplementary materials that complement the textbook and provide meaningful opportunities to practice and reinforce new concepts.

By the end of the course, students will be able to use grammar structures more spontaneously and effectively in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to communicate confidently in a variety of everyday contexts.

Pre-requisite: Intermediate 3

Cost: $350

NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 25

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please order a copy of your textbook before the first class. The book is available at the following retailers:
THE NEW ITALIAN PROJECT 2a – Amazon

THE NEW ITALIAN PROJECT 2a – MEP Education

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 4 - Monday evening (AS26B4)

Start
06 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
15 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn how to tell time, discuss the calendar, talk about their daily routines, describe their families and family activities, and relate past events with greater confidence while building on their knowledge of the simple past tense.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

Cost: $350

NOTE: NO CLASS ON MAY 25

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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ONLINE Reading and Conversation: Racconti del Novecento- Tuesday Morning AS26RC

Start
07 Apr 2026
10:30 AM
End
09 Jun 2026
12:00 PM
Location
ONLINE
Spaces left
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This “Special Topics” language and culture course is designed for students at the Intermediate level (B1) or above who wish to approach language learning in a different way. The course features short stories by some of the greatest 20th-century Italian authors from across the peninsula.

Students will expand their vocabulary, strengthen their oral proficiency, and deepen their understanding of Italian literature and history by reading and discussing selected short stories in lingua originale. Through guided discussions, they will explore each work’s literary style, themes, and socio-historical context, while reinforcing their speaking skills with grammar activities connected to the readings.

This course strikes a balance between structure and flexibility, offering students the opportunity to practice specific grammatical structures and vocabulary drawn from the texts in meaningful and authentic conversational contexts.

Cost: $280

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please order a copy of the book from your preferred bookseller before the first lesson. Below is a sample link for your convenience:

Racconti Del Novecento - Realtà Regionali.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Tuesday Afternoon (AS26B1)

Start
07 Apr 2026
3:00 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
5:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 2 - Tuesday afternoon (AS26B2)

Start
07 Apr 2026
3:00 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
5:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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The goal of this 10-session, 20-hour course is for beginner students to strengthen their foundational vocabulary and grammar skills so they can speak more confidently and in greater detail about themselves. Students will learn to get to know others by discussing daily activities and routines, occupations, hobbies, interests, and likes and dislikes. They will practice making plans for specific days and times and asking questions to obtain more detailed information about people, places, and things. The course also explores key cultural aspects of Italian life and places strong emphasis on using verbs comfortably and accurately in specific conversational contexts.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 3 - Tuesday Afternoon (AS26B3)

Start
07 Apr 2026
3:00 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
5:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to offer and follow directions around town, describe cities and places with greater detail and accuracy, ask and answer questions about hotel accommodation, travel, transportation, and special occasions. Students will keep working with present tense verbs and begin learning about simple past tense.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Use these links and order a copy of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre/Intermediate)UPDATED EDITION BOOK+E-BOOK

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

Note:

If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Tuesday Evening (AS26B1)

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Upper Intermediate Level 3 - Tuesday Evening AS26UI2

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
7

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Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 2

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST . An instructor will assess your level. You must be a B1 or above to enroll in this course.

Please order a copy of your textbook before the first class. The book is available at the following retailers:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Book+Interactive e-book) – Amazon

NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Book+Interactive e-book) – Libreria Pino

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Advanced Topics (C1): Capire l'Italia - Tuesday Evening AS26AT

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
9

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Capire l'Italia is an advanced, upper-intermediate communicative course focused on the language and culture of Italy. The course is organized into five thematic units, Customs, Mass Media, Cinema, Society, and Design, which explore fundamental aspects of contemporary Italian language and culture at the turn of the millennium.

Students seeking to engage in stimulating discussions about Italy’s language and culture will work with sophisticated texts on a variety of topics related to modern Italian society. The goal of the course is to help students expand their vocabulary and improve accuracy when speaking, commenting, questioning, and expressing opinions using a wide range of advanced grammatical structures. At the same time, students will deepen their cultural competence by exploring more complex aspects of Italian history and society.

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

Please order a copy of Capire l'Italia e gli italiani (Guerra Edizioni) before the first class. The book is available at the following retailers:

Capire l'Italia e gli italiani – Amazon

Capire l'Italia e gli italiani – IBS

Capire l'Italia e gli italiani – Glu

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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ONLINE Advanced Practice & Consolidation (Livello C1) w/ Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 - Tuesday Evening AS26PC3

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
ONLINE
Spaces left
4

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In this course of the "Advanced Practice and Consolidation" series, designed for students at or close to the C1 level, we will continue to review (practice) and reinforce (consolidate) language skills at the Upper Intermediate level while working towards a more Advanced level of accuracy and fluency. Students will CONTINUE the textbook Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 as they study grammar structures in greater depth and more nuanced detail, and increase vocabulary to discuss socio-cultural topics relevant in contemporary Italy.

Prerequisite: a previous iteration of Advanced Practice and Consolidation at the C1 level (or permission from the Director)

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please order the textbook and workbook before the first class. Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (+ versione interattiva) and Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 WORKBOOK (Quaderno degli Esercizi)

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! Adult Intermediate 1 (A) - Tuesday evening (AS26B4)

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn to talk about memories and past habits, ask for and give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. The course also explores the Italian healthcare system and workplace conditions. Each class includes discussion of relevant cultural topics.

Prerequisite: Completion of the New Italian Espresso Beginner/Pre-Intermediate series

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advance(Book+Ebook)

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! Adult Intermediate 1 (B) - Tuesday evening (AS26B4)

Start
07 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
09 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn to talk about memories and past habits, ask for and give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. The course also explores the Italian healthcare system and workplace conditions. Each class includes discussion of relevant cultural topics.

Prerequisite: Completion of the New Italian Espresso Beginner/Pre-Intermediate series.

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advance(Book+Ebook)

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Advanced Topics (C1): Contemporary Italian Society - Wednesday Morning AS26AT

Start
08 Apr 2026
10:00 AM
End
10 Jun 2026
12:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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Nuovo Magari C1/C2 is a brand-new textbook from one of our favorite publishers. Students will enjoy this advanced, upper-intermediate communicative course focused on contemporary Italy and Italian culture. A wide variety of authentic texts and audiovisual materials serve as a springboard for exploring and discussing key aspects of Italian society in fresh and engaging ways.

The goal of the course is to help advanced students expand their vocabulary and improve accuracy when speaking, commenting, questioning, and expressing opinions, while also strengthening their cultural competence by engaging with more complex and sophisticated topics of discussion.

Cost: $350

Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please order a copy of the book from your preferred bookseller before the first lesson. Below is a sample link for your convenience:

Nuovo Magari C1/C2 – Amazon (2024 edition; please be sure not to purchase the 2014 edition)

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Wednesday Evening (AS26B1)

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

Register

In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 2 - Wednesday Evening (AS26B2)

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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The goal of this 10-session, 20-hour course is for beginner students to strengthen their foundational vocabulary and grammar skills so they can speak more confidently and in greater detail about themselves. Students will learn to get to know others by discussing daily activities and routines, occupations, hobbies, interests, and likes and dislikes. They will practice making plans for specific days and times and asking questions to obtain more detailed information about people, places, and things. The course also explores key cultural aspects of Italian life and places strong emphasis on using verbs comfortably and accurately in specific conversational contexts.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 3 - Wednesday evening (AS26B3)

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

Register

In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to offer and follow directions around town, describe cities and places with greater detail and accuracy, ask and answer questions about hotel accommodation, travel, transportation, and special occasions. Students will keep working with present tense verbs and begin learning about simple past tense.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Use these links and order a copy of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate UPDATED EDITION BOOK+E-BOOK

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-IntermediateUPDATED EDITION

Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire Advanced Beginner Series, but initial Online Access is good for only 14 months.

If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult PRE-Intermediate 3 (A) - Wednesday Evening (AS26PI3)

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
5

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Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 2

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Cost: $350

Amazon:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book+Interactive e-book)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

Libreria Pino:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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ONLINE Advanced Practice & Consolidation w/ Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 - Wednesday Evening AS26PC3

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
ONLINE
Spaces left
8

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In this course of the "Advanced Practice and Consolidation" series, designed for students at the B2 level or above. We will continue to practice and consolidate language skills at the Upper Intermediate/Advanced level, working towards a more Advanced level of accuracy and fluency. Students will continue with the textbook Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 to further internalize familiar grammar structures, understand more nuanced detail of when and why to use them, and to increase ease and automaticity. Students will also focus on improving vocabulary in order to discuss numerous socio-cultural topics relevant in contemporary Italy.

Prerequisite: A previous iteration of Practice and Consolidation (B2 or above)

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please order both the textbook and workbook before the first class:

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (+ versione interattiva)

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 WORKBOOK (Quaderno degli Esercizi)

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! Adult Elementary/Pre-Intermediate 2 - Wednesday evening (AS26B4)

Start
08 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
10 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will deepen their understanding of the past tenses while discussing their childhood experiences. They will learn to distinguish between the simple past (passato prossimo) and the imperfect (imperfetto) in order to express foreground and background actions, as well as repeated and habitual events in the past.

Students will also differentiate between the present tense and the present progressive (gerundio) form of verbs, and use object pronouns to refer to people, places, and things when conveying information. They will practice making, accepting, and declining invitations, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology. Each session includes discussion of cultural aspects of Italian life.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Thursday Afternoon (AS26B1)

Start
09 Apr 2026
3:00 PM
End
11 Jun 2026
5:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

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In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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Adult Beginner Level 1 - Thursday Evening (AS26B1)

Start
09 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
11 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

Register

In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $350

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

...........................................

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! Adult Elementary/Pre-Intermediate 2 - Thursday evening (AS26B4)

Start
09 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
11 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

Register

In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will deepen their understanding of the past tenses while discussing their childhood experiences. They will learn to distinguish between the simple past (passato prossimo) and the imperfect (imperfetto) in order to express foreground and background actions, as well as repeated and habitual events in the past.

Students will also differentiate between the present tense and the present progressive (gerundio) form of verbs, and use object pronouns to refer to people, places, and things when conveying information. They will practice making, accepting, and declining invitations, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology. Each session includes discussion of cultural aspects of Italian life.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

...........................................

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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NEW! Adult Elementary/Pre-Intermediate 3 - Thursday evening (AS26B4)

Start
09 Apr 2026
5:30 PM
End
11 Jun 2026
7:30 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Spaces left
8

Register

Throughout this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn how to understand and describe homes in detail. With the introduction of the conditional tense, students will be able to express wishes, likes and dislikes, and give advice. Italian habits and traditions will be highlighted and compared with those of other countries. The goal of this course is to bring students to a solid A2 level.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 5

Cost: $350

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

...........................................

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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PLIDA EXAMS - June, 2026

Start
10 Jun 2026
9:00 AM
End
11 Jun 2026
5:00 PM
Location
250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis MN. 55401
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PLIDA Certification Exam

Upcoming Session Information

Exam Session Date: June 10-11, 2026

Registration Deadline with ICC: May 18, 2026

Specific Sessions Offered: PLIDA Exam (Levels B1, B2, C1)

Listening, Reading, and Writing sections: Wednesday, June 10
Oral section: Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11

NOTE: Individual times for the oral section will be shared with each candidate closer to the exam date and will be assigned based on the order of registration.

Where: In-person at ICC, 250 Third Ave N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401

When: Wednesday morning, 9am, 2026 (with oral exams scheduled in the afternoons on Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11. Your exact time slot will be based on the order in which you registered for the exam and will be confirmed two weeks before the exam.

Time: (Tentative Schedule)

Wed. 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Ascoltare 40' e Leggere 40', e Scrivere 60')

Wed. 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. (Pausa Pranzo)

Wed. and Thurs. 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (Parlare – 15' + 15ʼ wait time in between candidates)

Cost:

The registration fee for the complete PLIDA B1 exam is $250.
You may also register to retake single sections for $70–$85 each.
Expedited corrections (if available for your session) are $40.
NOTE: Each ticket type must be purchased separately in its own transaction. (You cannot select multiple ticket types at once.)

How to Register:
Before registering for the PLIDA exam at ICC, the candidate must enroll with the Società Dante Alighieri at dante.global.
Be sure to use the same email address to enroll on dante.global that you will use to register for the PLIDA exam with ICC. Detailed instructions are available here .
Once you have a portal account with SDA, you can register/enroll to take the exam at ICC. A few weeks before the exam session date, ICC will contact you to confirm all registration information is correct.

Refunds:
THIS FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to take the exam on the original date for which you registered, you must provide a letter of explanation at least 15 days before the exam date. To be issued a credit for another exam session (at the same exam certification center and within 18 months of the original exam date), you must provide a medical letter of explanation within 15 days after the exam, as per Section 1.8 of the PLIDA Regolamento.

For any questions: sabrina@theitalianculturalcenter.org

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