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    • 01 Sep 2024
    • 31 Dec 2026
    • ONLINE
    Register


    Not sure in which class to register?

    We offer a professional Italian language proficiency evaluation for a $35 charge. The amount will be deducted from tuition when you enroll in our classes.

    1. REGISTER ONLINE and PAY $35.

    2. Download, print and complete THIS PLACEMENT TEST.*

    3. Email a copy of the completed test to: sabrina@theitalianculturalcenter.org

    Sabrina Infante, Director of the Italian Language Program.

    You will be contacted within 72 hours to schedule an informal conversation via Zoom to further assess your oral skills. We will then discuss the results, and determine which class best fits your language needs and personal goals.

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









    • 01 Sep 2024
    • 31 Dec 2026
    • ONLINE
    Register


    Give the Gift of Italian Culture!

    Italian Cultural Center Gift Certificates

    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!

    • 28 Sep 2024
    • 17 May 2025
    • ICC
    • 2
    Register


    • 08 Dec 2024
    • 6:00 PM
    • 02 Jan 2027
    • 10:00 PM
    Register


    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 27 to March 2, 2025, at The Main Cinema, we’ll celebrate the artistry and passion of Italian storytelling through contemporary masterpieces alongside timeless classics.

    Event Details

    When: February 27 - March 2, 2025

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

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

    Engage with the Festival

    Enjoy LIVE Q&A sessions with filmmakers and creatives, providing unique insights into their craft and the stories behind the films.

    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:

    • High-visibility recognition in festival materials.
    • A chance to connect your name with a prestigious cultural event.
    • Complimentary access to festival screenings and events.


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

    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

    Albert & Susan Colianni

    Astrid Garino & Massimo Costalonga

    Joe Tamburino



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    Regista


    Brian Balleria & Joan Bechtold

    Vito Bongiorno

    Ron Curran

    Tom Fabbro

    Vittorio Raimondi

    Nancy and Gary Schaefer

    Jennine Speier



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    Aiuto Regista


    Catherine Allan

    Ann Burns 

    Denise and Giacomo D’Aurora

    Corby and Ginny Kistler

    Letizia Longhi

    Tony & Giada Nucera

    Luisa & Ryan O'Gara

    Anna Olivero & Craig Agney

    Penelope Scialla 

    Sandra Tighe

    Kathy Moe & Jonathan Watson

    Dave & Barb Yarusso

    Laurie Zenner

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    Individual Movie Sponsors 

    Arthur Goldstein, for Il tempo che ci vuole

    John & Sheila Moroney, for Il tempo che ci vuole


    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 8

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to talk about memories and past habits, ask/give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 5 (or permission from the Director)

    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 any of these links to order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:

    Textbook: (This book will be used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses!)

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - small bookseller

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - Amazon

    For additional practice:

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • ZOOM Online Course
    • 0

    In this class, students will review and reinforce their language skills at the upper-intermediate level while exploring cultural topics related to contemporary Italy.

    We will revisit previously studied grammar structures in detail and practice them thoroughly.

    Cost: $350

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE REGISTER HERE for  our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level. You should ideally be at a B2 level or above to enroll in this course.

    Use this link below to order your textbook before the first day of class: Nuovissimo Progetto italiano 2b (combined Student Textbook AND Quaderno degli Esercizi!)

    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to talk about past events, make predictions and express probability, ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

    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 UPDATED EDITION Beginner/Pre-Intermediate (BOOK+E-BOOK)                                                                     

    Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION Beginner/Pre-Intermediate (WORKBOOK)








     

     

     

     

    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 2

    The goal of the course is for students to talk about future events, recall events that have repeated in the past, discuss one's eating habits, and express opinions on use of technology in daily life.  Each session will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

    Cost: $350

    Please contact the school if you have not taken any other classes at ICC before registering. An instructor will assess your level.

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

    Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION -BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO

                            Chapters 10-12

                            The E-BOOK contains audios and videos.

                            Please note: duration of access to E-book 14 months                                                  

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION









    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to talk about memories and past habits, ask/give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 5

    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 any of these links to order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:


    Textbook: (This book will be used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses!)

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - Amazon

    For additional practice:

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari





    • 06 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 1

    Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 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 any of these links and order a copy of your textbooks prior to the first day of class:


    Textbook: (This book will be used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses!)

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - small bookseller

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - Amazon

    For additional practice:

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • ZOOM online course
    • 0

    In this course of the "Practice and Consolidation" series, designed for students at least at the B2 level, we will continue to review and reinforce language skills at the Upper Intermediate level while working towards a more Advanced level of accuracy and fluency. Grammar structures previously studied will be addressed in their nuances and practiced more in depth, as we increase our vocabulary to discuss socio-cultural topics relevant in contemporary Italy.

    Cost: $350

    Prerequisite: NEI2B

    If you have not taken other classes at the ICC before, PLEASE REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

    Use this link and order your texts prior to the first day of class:

    Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (Libro dello Studente con Audio)

    and  Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 WORKBOOK (Quaderno degli Esercizi)

    Note: These same books will be used for several consecutive semesters.

                                                




    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Students will engage with authentic material focused on different emotions (fear, shock, love, hate, laughter, to name a few) presented in various cultural, historic, literary and sociolinguistic contexts. The goal of the course is for the student to express opinions precisely and thoroughly, use accurate and appropriate vocabulary, and participate in discussions while practicing advanced grammatical structures.

    Cost: $350

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

    Textbook: Colori d'Italia







     




     


    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to speak more extensively about themselves, their profession, their likes and dislikes. Students will also learn how to handle situations related to ordering at restaurants, shops, ask about prices, clothes, and daily activities. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Cost: $350

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, please register here for our Placement Exam so an instructor can assess your level.

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:


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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 5
    Register

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to talk about past events, make predictions and express probability, ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

    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 UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK)                  

    Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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







     

     

     

     

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 4
    Register

    Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 1

    Please contact the school if you have not taken any other classes at ICC before registering. An instructor will assess your level.

    Cost: $350

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


    Textbook: (This book will be used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses!)

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - small bookseller

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - Amazon

    For additional practice:

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

    • 07 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 11 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, Suite 625, 250 Third Avenue N., Mpls. 55401 MN
    • 0

    The goal of this course is for the student to be able to communicate about events of the past, working on when and how to use the different past tenses, and to express feelings, emotions. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Intermediate Level 1

    Cost: $350

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before registering, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

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

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 3 (BOOK + INTERACTIVE E-BOOK) 

    The E-Book contains all audios and videos. Duration of access to E-book: 14 months. 

    Note: the textbook includes homework exercises (with keys).





     




     


    • 08 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 12 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    In this course, students will learn to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

    Cost: $350

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 08 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 12 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to speak more extensively about themselves, their profession, their likes and dislikes. Students will also learn how to handle situations related to ordering at restaurants, shops, ask about prices, clothes, and daily activities. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Cost: $350

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, please register here for our Placement Exam so an instructor can assess your level.

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 08 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 12 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 1
    Register

    The goal of the course is for students to talk about future events, recall events that have repeated in the past, discuss one's eating habits, and express opinions on use of technology in daily life.  Each session will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

    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 copies of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class: 

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate WORKBOOK UPDATED EDITION

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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






    • 08 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 12 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 1
    Register

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to describe personalities, accept and  refuse invitations, discuss and compare Italian social habits, understand and give recommendations and instructions. Each session will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

    Cost: $350

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

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

    Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION -(BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO)

    Chapters 13-15              

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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








    • 08 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 12 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Zoom meeting
    • 0

    Prerequisite: Bridge Class #1

    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.

    Use this link and order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:

    NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 + EBOOK INTERACTIVE - it includes textbook+workbook, plus access to e-book (license duration for e-book: 14 months)





    • 09 Jan 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 13 Mar 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    In this course, students will learn to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

    Cost: $350

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 09 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 13 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    The goal of the course is for students to be able to speak more extensively about themselves, their profession, their likes and dislikes. Students will also learn how to handle situations related to ordering at restaurants, shops, ask about prices, clothes, and daily activities. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

    Cost: $350

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

    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.

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes online access to Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 09 Jan 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 13 Mar 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    In this course, students will learn to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

    Cost: $350

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

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

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

    • 20 Jan 2025
    • 6:00 AM
    • 18 Oct 2025
    • Torino, Italy
    • 0
    Join waitlist


    I am delighted to invite you to Torino, my hometown, a true hidden gem off the beaten path, in the northwestern region of Piemonte, Italy.

    Torino has been described as Italy’s most elegant city, with its Baroque and Art Deco architecture, featuring a fascinating historic center with grand squares, cobbled streets, and art nouveau cafes. For centuries, Torino was the seat of the royal Savoy family and from 1861 to 1865 it was the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy. 

    A vibrant and elegant city, seat of a prestigious University founded in 1404, Torino has a unique legacy that blends dedication for creativity and innovation, a strong literary and visual art tradition and a passion for good food and wine, as shown by the innumerable bars, restaurants and bookstores present throughout the city. 

    Torino offers a unique blend of history, art, culture and fantastic culinary and wine experiences.  With its proximity to UNESCO World heritage sites of Langhe and Monferrato — that we will visit — along with the lesser known but equally spectacular area of Vercellese, Torino is a fantastic destination for a memorable vacation. 

    I am looking forward to accompanying you on this trip and show you everything I know of this city and region that I love and still call home. 

    Astrid Garino, MD

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

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    DATES: October 4 to October 18, 2025

    Our package includes:  

    • Accomodation in a 4-star boutique hotel in historic downtown Torino (14 nights), breakfast included
    • Italian language lessons, 15hr/week at an accredited language school
    • Two extra 1.5hr conversation classes
    • All day excursion in the Langhe, with private bus and guide
    • All day excursion in the Vercellese and Monferrato, with private bus and guide
    • Guided visits to select museums, royal residences and castles
    • Excursion to the ancient Abbey Sacra di San Michele
    • Wine tastings
    • Aperitivi, lunches and dinners as described  in the program (7) 
    • Cooking class with professional chef 

    For a detailed description of the program click  HERE

    RATES

      DOUBLE occupancy   SINGLE occupancy
      $4,750

      $5,450

    Registration fee: $500 (non refundable)

    First half of the balance due by March 15, 2025

    Balance due by June 15, 2025

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

     Sunday , January 26, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM 

      at the Italian Cultural Center

    To register to the free presentation click HERE

    • 01 Feb 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist


    Join us for a 60-minute in-person lesson designed for 1st - 3rd grade 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.

    NO CLASS on: February 15 (Presidents' Day Weekend); March 29 e April 5 (Spring Break); April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).
    • 01 Feb 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 3
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    This 60-minute in-person lesson is designed for Upper Elementary and Middle School students with previous 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 a more challenging but still age-appropriate workbook. Activities 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 exercises to review and practice at home during the week.

    NO CLASS on: February 15 (Presidents' Day Weekend); March 29 e April 5 (Spring Break); April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).
    • 01 Feb 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 2
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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.

    NO CLASS on: February 15 (Presidents' Day Wkend), March 29 and April 5 (Spring Break), and April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).

    • 01 Feb 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
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    Join us for a 60-minute in-person lesson designed for preschool kids and kindergarteners ready to be immersed in an Italian-speaking environment.

    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. 

    NO CLASS on February 15 (Presidents' Day Wkend), March 29 and April 5 (Spring Break), and April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).

    • 01 Feb 2025
    • 11:15 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 12:15 AM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
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    Explore our engaging 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion lesson for Middle and High School students with little or no previous exposure to Italian.

    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.

    NO CLASS on: February 15 (Presidents' Day Weekend); March 29 e April 5 (Spring Break); April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).
    • 08 Feb 2025
    • 11:15 AM
    • 17 May 2025
    • 12:15 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 6
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    This highly engaging, 60-minute in-person, full-immersion lesson is for  students age 12-17 with exposure to Italian or the opportunity to hear Italian at home.

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

    Students will engaging in dynamic conversations that will help them prepare for  the Advanced Placement exam or PLIDA certification, as well as oral interviews for summer jobs in Italy or requiring use of Italian.

    We will use two books, one for in class (no need to purchase it) and one for use at home, available for purchase on Amazon here: Quaderni del PLIDA

    NO CLASS on: February 15 (Presidents' Day Wkend), March 29 and April 5 (Spring Break), and April 19 (Pasqua/Easter).

    • 13 Feb 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • The Italian Cultural Center
    • 0
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    We are delighted to invite you to
    a special presentation of the upcoming 16th 
    edition of the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul. 

    On Thursday
    , February 13 
    from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M., Tiziana Cervesato, Festival Director, and Tommaso Cammarano, Artistic Director, will present this year's exceptional lineup.

    In person free presentation & aperitivo.

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    Support the festival and learn more about sponsorship opportunities (view  package HERE).

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    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

    Albert & Susan Colianni

    Astrid Garino & Massimo Costalonga

    Joe Tamburino


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    Regista


    Brian Balleria & Joan Bechtold

    Vito Bongiorno

    Ron Curran

    Tom Fabbro

    Vittorio Raimondi

    Nancy and Gary Schaefer

    Jennine Speier




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    Aiuto Regista

    Catherine Allan

    Ann Burns 

    Denise and Giacomo D’Aurora

    Corby and Ginny Kistler

    Letizia Longhi

    Tony & Giada Nucera

    Luisa & Ryan O'Gara

    Anna Olivero & Craig Agney

    Penelope Scialla 

    Sandra Tighe

    Kathy Moe & Jonathan Watson

    Dave & Barb Yarusso

    Laurie Zenner

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    Individual Movie Sponsors 

    Arthur Goldstein

    John & Sheila Moroney



    • 19 Feb 2025
    • Traffic Zone Building, 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis MN. 55401
    • 2


    PLIDA Certification Exams 2025

    Offered this February!

    Registration Deadline with ICC: Friday, January 31, 2025

    Certify your Italian language skills, for citizenship, or any other reason.

    The ICC is pleased to announce that we will be offering the PLIDA Exams for levels A2 and B1 on: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

    Registration Deadline with ICC: Friday, January 31, 2025

    Important Details:
    Exams are administered IN-PERSON ONLY at ICC:
    250 Third Avenue N., Suite 625
    Minneapolis, MN 55401

    The written portions of the exam will take place on Wednesday morning, while the oral interview will be scheduled on either Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday afternoon. Details will be sent to you after registration.

    Please Note:
    A valid membership with the Società Dante Alighieri (SDA) is required to take the exam. You can process your SDA membership using this link.

    We are the only PLIDA Certification center in the area, so don’t miss this important opportunity!

    For any questions, please contact sabrina@theitalianculturalcenter.org

    • 22 Feb 2025
    • 17 May 2025
    • 10 sessions
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 6
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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.

    Session Dates: Every Saturday from February 22 - March 22, 9am - 9:50am, and Sunday April 26 - May 17.

    This series is FREE for all ICC Family Members.

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

    • 08 Mar 2025
    • 14 May 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 2
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    Italian for Parents is a 6-session mini-course designed to help parents incorporate practical Italian conversation into daily family life. You'll learn essential vocabulary and functional phrases to support your child(ren)'s learning and language use outside the classroom.

    Each session focuses on communicative competence and aligns with the Youth School lesson themes—such as daily routines, meals, making plans, winter activities, and more—empowering you to encourage your child(ren) to use familiar vocabulary and structures at home.

    Session Dates/Times: Two Saturdays per month, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

    • March 8, 22
    • April 12, 26
    • May 3, 10

    Space is limited, so REGISTER NOW to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience!

    • 08 Mar 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • IN PERSON
    Register


    Announcing the ICC’s Caffè e Conversazione Series!

    Join us to refine your Italian conversational skills in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Sip un caffè, enjoy un tè caldo, and savor un biscottino while engaging in lively discussions.

    Open to both MEMBERS and NON-MEMBERS!

    Led by a native Italian instructor, each 60-minute session offers the perfect opportunity to meet others, exchange stories, and delve into a variety of topics—all while enhancing your fluency and confidence in speaking Italian.

    Immerse yourself in Italian culture, make new friends, and experience the joy of authentic conversations in a friendly community of fellow language enthusiasts.

    Ti aspettiamo!

    Session Dates/Times: Two Saturdays per month, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

    March 8, 22

    April 12, 26

    May 3, 10

    Please Note: Separate registration is required for each date. Cancellations require a minimum of 48 hours’ notice for a refund.

    • 09 Mar 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Punch Pizza "Northeast" - 210 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414
    Register