Courses, Programs & Events for
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Language Programs for Children
The WICC approach to language teaching and
learning immerses students in the language through
creative and fun experiences. With the use of the
WICC state-of-the-art facilities, teachers engage
and educate children by immersing them in the
Italian language and culture through age-appropriate
activities such as songs, stories, finger play, books,
computers and crafts.
Primi Passi in Italiano,
Mommy & Me
Language and cultural enrichment classes for children ages 2 ½ to 4 and caregiver (15 Classes).
Teacher: Leslie Poole Petit
Days: Wednesdays, Sept 3 - Dec 17
Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Registration fee: Member $375; Non-Member $470, 2nd Child: Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Girotondo
Language and cultural enrichment classes for children 4 and 5 years of age (15 Classes).
Teacher: Leslie Poole Petit
Days: Saturdays, Sept 6 - Dec 20
Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Registration fee: Member $375; Non-Member $470, 2nd Child: Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Arcobaleno
Language and cultural enrichment classes for children 6, 7 and 8 years of age (15 Classes).
Teacher: Almira Bubesi
Days: Saturdays, Sept 6 - Dec 20
Times: 10:15 – 11:45 am and 12:00 noon – 1:30 pm
Registration fee: Member $375; Non-Member $470, 2nd Child: Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Navigando
Language and cultural enrichment classes for children 9, 10, 11 and 12 years of age (15 Classes).
Teacher: Cathy Blanco
Days: Saturdays, Sept 6 - Dec 20
Times: 10:15 – 11:45 am and 12:00 noon – 1:30 pm
Registration fee: Member $375; Non-Member $470, 2nd Child: Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Language Courses for Adults
Full immersion in the language and familiarity with
the culture is achieved by using only the Italian
language and creating an atmosphere of free
expression from the first day of class. The goal at
each level is to attain fluency within the linguistic
categories listed below and familiarization with
the culture by making the language acquisition
an enjoyable experience.
Beginner Italian
This class provides students with a sound
grammatical basis while teaching everyday
communication skills (13 Classes).
Instructor: Cathy Blanco
Days: Tuesdays, Sept 2 - Dec 16
Times: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Instructor: Prof. Aldo Belardo
Days: Thursdays, Sept 4- Dec 11
Times: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Intermediate Italian
This class focuses on practical communication,
increasing vocabulary and improving language
comprehension (13 Classes).
Instructor: Cathy Blanco
Days: Tuesdays, Sept 2 - Dec 16
Times: 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Instructor: Prof. Aldo Belardo
Days: Thursdays, Sept 4 - Dec 11
Times: 8:30 – 9:30 pm
Advanced Italian
This class emphasizes active communication in
Italian. Reviewing, expanding and perfecting
pronunciation, structure and vocabulary for the
purpose of active oral and written communication
(13 Classes).
Instructor: Cathy Blanco
Days: Tuesdays, Sept 2 - Dec 16
Times: 8:30 – 9:30 pm
All Adult Language Class Fees:
Adult: Member $375; Non-Member $470
Senior: Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Student: $180
2nd Family Member (spouse, child): Member $337.50; Non-Member $423
Before You Go… Italian For Travelers
This class focuses on vocabulary and phrases for
travelers and touches on Italian culture, daily
life, habits and customs of the different
regions of Italy. A basic knowledge of the
Italian language is recommended
(10 Classes).
Instructor: Almira Bubesi
Days: Mondays, Sep 8 - Dec 8
Times: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Adult Fee: Member $290; Non-Member $360
Senior Fee: Member $261; Non-Member $324
Student Fee: $261
2nd Family Member Fee (spouse, child):
Member $261; Non-Member $324
Lecture Series
A series of thirteen lectures conducted in English by
Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
For descriptions see individual listings in the
calendar below. Italian culture and civilization
lectures can be purchased separately or as a series
at a significant savings.
Days: Thursday, Sept 4, 11, 18, 25; Oct 2, 16, 23, 30; Nov 6, 13, 20; December 4, 11
Time: 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm
Series Fee for the 13 Lectures:
Adults: Member $230; Non-Member $280
Seniors: Member $180; Non-Member $225
Students: $180
10% Discount for Lecture Series only, when also registering for an adult language class.
Renaissance Lecture Series
Series of three lectures on the Italian Renaissance
presented by Professor Antonio Rutigliano from New York
University. For descriptions see individual listings in the
calendar below. Renaissance lectures can be purchased
separately or as a series at a significant savings.
Days: Friday, Sept 19; Oct 17; Nov 14
Time: 7:00 pm
Series Fee for the 3 Lectures:
Fees: Member $50; Non-Member $75
Film Series
The cinematic tribute to the world of legendary Academy Award-winning Italian stage and film actress Anna
Magnani (1908-1973) continues with the screening of
the following films:
• Sunday, September 14 - 3:30 pm The Rose Tattoo
• Sunday, November 9 - 3:30 pm The Fugitive Kind
• Sunday, December 7 - 3:30 pm The Secret of Santa Vittoria
In collaboration with the Westchester Italian Film Festival, the following films will be shown at the Picture House,
175 Wolfs Lane in Pelham, NY.
• Sunday, October 5 - 4:00 pm Wild is the Wind
• Sunday, October 5 - 7:00 pm Rome Open City – Roma, città aperta
Introduction and commentary by Author and Director
Franco D’Alessandro. Films in English. For descriptions
see individual listings in the calendar below. Films
can be purchased separately or as a series at a
significant savings.
Series Fee for the 5 Films:
Adults: Member $70; Non-Member $85
Seniors: Member $63; Non-Member $76.50
Students: $63
Music Series - Opera
Performers from the Metropolitan Opera of New York will
present a series of concerts of Italian Opera under
the professional direction of Eugene Sirotkine, Assistant
Conductor of the Metropolitan Opera. For descriptions
see individual listings in the calendar below. Opera
concerts can be purchased separately or as a series
at a significant savings.
• Friday, October 31, 2008 - 7:00 pm Bel Canto
• Friday, December 12, 2008 - 7:00 pm Verdi
• Friday, February 6, 2009 - 7:00 pm Puccini and Verismo
• Friday, April 3, 2009 - 7:00 pm Neapolitan Songs
• Friday, June 5, 2009 - 7:00 pm Gala Concert
Series Fee for the 5 Concerts: Member $250; Non-Member $325
10 % Early Bird discount for Series only, when purchased by September 12, 2008
Culinary Programs for Children
Starting in September, the WICC will offer a series of
five fun-filled cooking classes for young chefs. Guest
chefs will guide the children through the preparation of
delicious culinary delights such as biscotti, lasagna,
mozzarella and much more! These programs are
recommended for children ages 5 – 12. For culinary class
descriptions see individual listings in the calendar below.
Culinary classes for children can be purchased separately
or as a series of four classes at a significant savings.
Days: Saturdays, Sept 13, 27; Oct 18; Nov 15; Dec 6
Time: 2:00 pm
Series Fee for the 4 Cooking Classes: Member $130; Non-Member $155
Birthday Parties for Children
A pizza making birthday party for children is a lot of fun
at the WICC! Please call for more information, rates and
a list of available dates or visit the web site at:
wiccny.org.
SEPTEMBER 4
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Cultural Lecture - Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 1. The Western World After the Fall of Rome. The Middle Ages. Dante Alighieri and the "Dolce Stil Novo."
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 8
Monday 7:00 pm
Culinary Demonstration - Cucina Toscana
A culinary demonstration featuring imaginative cuisine from the region of Toscana with the executive chef from Mediterraneo Restaurant in Pleasantville, NY.
Fee: Member $95; Non-Member $120
SEPTEMBER 11
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture - Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 2.
Dante's Inferno. A masterpiece in world literature. Introduction to the classical and historical personages that populate the fantastic world of Dante's Inferno.
Canto I. The Woods. Symbolism of the three beasts. Encounter with Virgil.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 13
Saturday 2:00 pm
Children’s Culinary- Healthy Snacks Italian Style
Chef and Nutritionist Teresa Ingrasciotta will teach young chefs how to prepare healthy, delicious and nutritious snacks.
For children ages 5 to 12.
Fee: Member $30; Non-Member $38
SEPTEMBER 14
Sunday 3:30 pm
Film - The Rose Tattoo (in English)
The Rose Tattoo tells the story of an Italian-American
widow in Louisiana who has allowed herself to
withdraw from the world after her husband's death,
and expects her daughter to do the same. Anna
Magnani's performance is nothing short of ferocious;
the kind of powerful, stunning acting that in lesser
hands would be called "over the top". Introduction
and commentary by Author and Director Franco
D’Alessandro. Light refreshments will be served.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior
Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 17
Wednesday 7:00 pm
Wine Lecture & Tasting - Light, Spicy, Red
Expert sommelier Luca Mazzoleni from Selected Estates
will introduce the world of light, spicy, red wines. Light
refreshments will be served during the program.
Fee: Member $85; Non-Member $100
SEPTEMBER 18
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series
Lecture 3
Analysis and discussion of selected
Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto III. Entrance to the Inferno.
Canto V. The Lustful. Paolo and Francesca. Pure
angelic love versus lust and passion.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo
Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 19
Friday 7:00 pm
Renaissance Lecture- Gli Ebrei del Sud Italia-
The Jews of Southern Italy
Lecture on the Italian Renaissance presented by
Professor Antonio Rutigliano from New York
University in English.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 20
Saturday 2:00 pm
Children’s Culinary - Amore di Lasagna!
Chef Alex Scibelli from Amore Pizzeria in Thornwood
& Armonk will teach young chefs how to make
delicious lasagna.
For children ages 5 to 12.
Fee: Member $30; Non-Member $38
SEPTEMBER 22
Monday 7:00 pm
Culinary Demonstration - Puglia
A culinary demonstration featuring traditional dishes from the region of Puglia with the executive chef from I Trulli Ristorante
in Manhattan, NY.
Fee: Member $95; Non-Member $110
SEPTEMBER 23
Tuesday 2:00 pm
Senior Citizen Program – Film
Enjoy the screening of an Italian movie.
Light refreshments will be served.
Fee: Free, registration required.
SEPTEMBER 25
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture - Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 4.
Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto VI. The Gluttonous. Cerberus.
Canto VIII. The Irascible and the Sullen. The river Styx. Phlegias. Filippo Argenti.
Canto IX. The Entrance to the City of Dis. Medusa and the Three Furies.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
SEPTEMBER 26
Friday 6:30 pm
Cooking Class - Basic Knife Skills
Chef Teresa Ingrasciotta will answer questions and provide tips and techniques useful for everyday cooking. Each participant will receive a knife to take home at the end of the evening.
Fee: Member $65; Non-Member $75
SEPTEMBER 27
Saturday 10:00 am
Genealogy Lecture - How to write your family story.
Go beyond the facts - discover and preserve the legacy of stories of courage, success, failure, that are integral to your unique family history. Lecture presented by Tony Lauriano.
Fee: Free, registration is required.
OCTOBER 2
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series
Lecture 5.
Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos
of the Inferno.
Canto XII. The Violent. The Minotaur. The
Phlegethon, the river of hot boiling blood. The
Centaurs, Chiron, Nessus, Pholus.
Canto XIII. The Harpies. The woods of the suicides.
Pier Della Vigna.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo
Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25;
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
OCTOBER 3
Friday 6:30pm
Tribute to Anna Magnani - Symposium & Reception
Symposium and reception to celebrate the centennial of Anna Magnani’s birth.
In collaboration with the Westchester Italian Film Festival
Admission: Free – Registration required
OCTOBER 4
Saturday 3:00 pm
Children’s Cultural Party - Where Do You Think You’re Going Columbus?
An interactive children’s party about Christopher Colombus’ adventure. Carmino Ravosa will lead children through this journey using music, songs, and crafts – and, of course, a well-deserved banquet! For children ages 4 to 12.
Fee: Member $25; Non-Member $30
OCTOBER 5
Sunday 4:00 pm Film – Wild is the Wind (in English)
Sunday 7:00 pm Film – Rome Open City – Roma, città aperta (in English)
In collaboration with the Westchester Italian Film Festival these films will be shown at the Picture House,
175 Wolfs Lane in Pelham, NY.
Anna Magnani gained international fame with her passionate performance in director Roberto Rossellini's Rome Open City, the first major work of the Italian neo-realist film movement of Italy post-war. In 1957, she was nominated, along with Anthony Quinn, for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her work in Wild is the Wind, film by George Cukor, who some consider one of America's finest directors. Introduction and commentary by Author and Director Franco D’Alessandro. For reservations & tickets please call program department at 914- 771-8700.
Admission fee: Members & Non-Members $ 10 per screening.
OCTOBER 6
Monday 7:00 pm
Culinary Demonstration - La Cucina Abruzzese
A culinary demonstration, a full four course dinner, featuring the region of Abruzzo with the executive chef from
Scalini Osteria in Bronxville.
Fee: Member $95; Non-Member $110
OCTOBER 9
Thursday 7:00 pm
Signature Lecture - Italy’s Fabulous Chocolate – History and Tasting
In this lively talk and tasting presented by noted
author and food historian, Francine Segan,
participants will discover the fascinating history of
chocolate starting with its New World origins. Ms.
Segan will trace its journey and transformation in
Europe from grainy bitter brew to the delicious
sweet known today. After this exciting presentation,
participants will be treated to a tasting and explanation
of various chocolates from Italy’s leading chocolatiers
such as Venchi, Caffarel and Pernigotti who will
share their signature chocolates, many of which are
rare or not available for sale in the USA. Participants
will also taste Italian grappa and wines especially
suited to savor with chocolate.
Fee: Member $35; Non-Member $45
OCTOBER 15
Wednesday 7:00 pm
Wine Lecture and Tasting - Wines of Veneto
Expert sommelier Marco Secola from Vias Imports
Ltd. will bring the best wines from the Veneto region.
Veneto is among the foremost wine-producing
regions, both for quality and quantity. Light
refreshments will be served.
Fee: Member $85; Non-Member $100
OCTOBER 16
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series
Lecture 6. Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto XIV. The Blasphemers. Capaneus. Symbol of classical strength refusing submission. The Old Man of Crete. Symbolism.
Canto XVII. The Descent Among the Fraudulent. Geryon. The myth of Aracne. The myth of Phaeteon.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
OCTOBER 17
Friday 7:00 pm
Renaissance Lecture - Cristoforo Colombo e l’Umanesimo - Christopher Columbus and Italian Humanism
Lecture on Italian Renaissance presented by Professor Antonio Rutigliano from New York University in English.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
OCTOBER 18
Saturday 2:00 pm
Children’s Culinary - Mozzarella in Carrozza!
Children will have tons of fun learning how to
make fresh mozzarella with Chef Joe Piacquadio
from The Iron Tomato in White Plains, NY.
For children ages 5 to 12.
Fee: Member $30; Non-Member $38
OCTOBER 21
Tuesday 2:00 pm
Senior Citizen Program – Film
Enjoy the screening of an Italian movie. Light refreshments will be served.
Fee: Free, registration required.
OCTOBER 23
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture - Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 7.
Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto XVIII. The Seducers. Venedico Caccianemico. The adulators, the flatterers, Jason and the Argonauts. Thais.
Descent into the Lower "Bolge." Diviners, Barrators, Hypocrites and Thieves.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
OCTOBER 25
Saturday 10:00 am
Genealogy Lecture - Three Basic Facts You Need to Know & Where to Find Them.
This course will provide information needed to
procure the vital records of Birth, Marriage and
Death Certificate to commence family history
research. Presented by Tony Lauriano
Fee: Free, registration is required.
OCTOBER 27
Monday 6:30 pm
Cooking Class - Under the Tuscan Sun: Sautéing, Grilling, Roasting, Poaching
Learn new and healthy cooking methods for
delicious vegetables, meats, and fish. A new
approach to classic dishes such as: sautéed
vegetables, grilled shrimp, roasted chicken or
poached salmon.
Fee: Member $65; Non-Member $75
OCTOBER 30
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 8.
Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto XXVI. The Fraudulent Advisors. Ulysses. Symbolism of Ulysses in the Divine Comedy and in the Odyssey. Ulysses as a symbol of the Renaissance in the Inferno.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
OCTOBER 30
Friday 7:00 pm
Opera Concert - Bel Canto
Talented artists from the Metropolitan Opera of New
York will present a concert with songs from the
Italian Bel Canto opera era under the direction of
Eugene Sirotkine, Assistant Conductor of the
Metropolitan Opera. A reception with the artists will
follow the performance.
Fee: Member $60; Non-Member $75
NOVEMBER 3
Monday 7:00 pm
Culinary Demonstration - Cucina Calabrese
A four course dinner celebrating the cuisine from the
Calabria region with the executive chef from Federici
Ristorante in the Morris Park area of Bronx, NY.
Fee: Member $95; Non-Member $110
NOVEMBER 6
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 9.
Analysis and discussion of selected Cantos of the Inferno.
Canto XXXIII. Traitors Against Country. The tragic story of Count Ugolino.
Canto XXXIV. The Fourth Ring. Traitors to their benefactors. Lucifer. Symbolism of the three faces of
Lucifer. Judas Iscariot, Marcus Brutus, Gaius Cassius.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
NOVEMBER 9
Sunday 3:30 pm
Film - The Fugitive Kind (in English)
The Fugitive Kind is a 1959 film directed by Sidney
Lumet. The screenplay by Meade Roberts and
Tennessee Williams was based on the latter's 1957
play "Orpheus Descending", itself a revision of his
unproduced 1939 work "Battle of Angels.” Magnani
inspired the role of Lady Torrance, an Italian
immigrant in Mississippi who is bought like a slave
by a rich older white racist store owner and in 1960
she was nominated for a Golden Globe and won.
Magnani stars along with Marlon Brando, Joanne
Woodward and Maureen Stapleton. Introduction
and commentary by Author and Director Franco
D’Alessandro.
Light refreshments will be served.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
NOVEMBER 12
Wednesday 7:00 pm
Wine Lecture and Tasting - I Vini delle Due Sicilie
Expert sommelier Alex Pagano from Winebow will share his passion for wine and will present tempting selections of Sicilian wines. Light refreshments will be served.
Fee: Member $85; Non-Member $100
NOVEMBER 13
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 10.
Transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance Through the Evolution of Art. From Byzantine art to Giotto, to Michelangelo.
Lectures conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
NOVEMBER 14
Friday 7:00 pm
Renaissance Lecture - Tra l’Inferno ed il Paradiso: Il Purgatorio Dantesco – Between Heaven and Hell:
Dante’s Purgatory
Lecture on Italian Renaissance presented by Professor Antonio Rutigliano from New York University in English.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
NOVEMBER 15
Saturday 2:00 pm
Children’s Culinary - I Biscotti della Nonna
Children will learn how to make delicious biscotti
like grandma used to make. Aimee Milano from Big
Girl Baking Company will teach children how to
bake perfect crispy biscotti with the most unforgettable
chocolate dip. For children ages 5 to 12.
Fee: Member $30; Non-Member $38
NOVEMBER 17
Monday 7:00 pm
Culinary Demonstration - Cucina Mediterranea
A full four course dinner celebrating regional cuisine with the executive chef from Hostaria Mazzei in Port Chester, NY.
Fee: Member $95; Non-Member $110
NOVEMBER 18
Tuesday 2:00 pm
Senior Citizen Program – Film
Enjoy the screening of an Italian movie. Light refreshments will be served after the film.
Fee: Free, registration required.
NOVEMBER 20
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 11. Leonardo Da Vinci.
The quintessential Renaissance genius. Lecture
conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo
from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
NOVEMBER 21
Friday 6:30 pm
Cooking Class - Holiday Favorites
In time for the holidays, participants will learn quick
and easy sauces for pastas, meats, and fish - such
as Marinara Sauce, Parsley Pesto, Lemon Caper
Vinaigrette Sauce and much more…
Fee: Member $65; Non-Member $75
NOVEMBER 22
Saturday 10:00 am
Genealogy Workshop - Researching Vital Records
During this supervised and assisted workshop
participants will have the opportunity to use the
Center’s computers to access the Internet and search
the entire database from Ancestry.com and other
websites related to Italian genealogy.
Presented by Phil Figario
Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
DECEMBER 2
Tuesday 7:00 pm
Wine Dinner - Holiday Dinner
A sumptuous four course holiday wine pairing
dinner prepared by the executive chef from Zuppa
Restaurant and Lounge in Yonkers, with wine
presentations by world-renowned wine expert
Charles Scicolone.
Fee: Member $125; Non-Member $150
DECEMBER 4
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 12. The Tormented Painters.
Caravaggio, his turbulent artistic genius reflected in his tumultuous life. Artemisia Gentileschi, the indomitable soul of a great painter determined to overcome gender barriers.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardofrom Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
DECEMBER 6
Saturday 2:00 pm
Children’s Culinary - Dolci di Natale
Chef Teresa Ingrasciotta is back in time for the
holidays to teach children how to bake mini
panettone, a yummy struffoli-tree and cannoli,
cannoli, cannoli! For children ages 5 to 12.
Fee: Member $30; Non-Member $38
DECEMBER 7
Sunday 3:30 pm
Film - The Secret of Santa Vittoria (in English)
Nominated for 6 Golden Globes and 2 Oscars, it won
the Golden Globe for Best Comedy. Set during WWII
when Italy surrenders to the Allies. Anthony Quinn,
who plays Bombolini, becomes the town mayor and
has to devise a plan to save the town's million bottles
of wine from the occupying Germans. Anthony Quinn
and Anna Magnani at their best. Introduction and
commentary by Author and Director Franco
D’Alessandro. Light refreshments will be served.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25;
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $ 20
Student’s Fee: $15
DECEMBER 9
Tuesday 2:00 pm
Senior Citizen Program – Film
Enjoy the screening of an Italian movie. Light refreshments will be served.
Fee: Free, registration required.
DECEMBER 11
Thursday 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Lecture -Italian Culture and Civilization Series Lecture 13. The Great Italian Navigators.
Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci, John Cabot and John Verrazzano.
Lecture conducted in English by Professor Aldo Belardo from Pace University.
Adult Fee: Member $20; Non-Member $25
Senior Citizen’s Fee: Member $15; Non-Member $20
Student’s Fee: $15
DECEMBER 12
Friday 7:00 pm
Opera Concert - Verdi
Performers from the Metropolitan Opera of New York
will present a concert with songs from Verdi, one of
the great Italian Opera composers, under the direction
of Eugene Sirotkine, Assistant Conductor of the
Metropolitan Opera.
A reception with the artists will
follow the performance.
Fee: Member $60; Non-Member $7
DECEMBER 13
Saturday 3:00 pm
Children’s Cultural Party - Un Natale Italiano
Presepio workshop, games, traditional dances and songs. Rediscover the Italian holiday traditions for the holiday.
For children ages 4 to 12.
Fee: Member $25; Non-Member $30
DECEMBER 15
Monday 6:30 pm
Cooking Class - Dolci Siciliani
Participants will learn to make simple, nutritious and delicious Sicilian desserts for the holidays such as fruit desserts, struffoli and cannoli.
Fee: Member $65; Non-Member $75
Exhibits
Ceramica Magnifica: A Celebration of a Heritage: Este, Italy
October 7 - November 30
An exhibit of contemporary ceramics by artisans in
Este, Italy. Curated by world-renowned Venetian artist
Federica Marangoni, this exhibition includes works by
Krizia, Missoni, Massimo Vignelli, UltraViolet, Armando
Milani, Alison Sky, Adam Tihany, James Wines and
many others, and celebrates Estes rich ceramic traditions.
Presepio
December 4 - January 10, 2009
The Presepio is an expression of the true meaning of Christmas and represents “a moment of life” in
traditional Neapolitan villages during the 1700s.
The Presepio combines art, religion and the traditions
of Italian culture. On display will be sections depicting
life in the village and the nativity scene including
the Holy Family, the Wise Men, shepherds and
accompanying angels. An annual tradition celebrated
by all generations in Italy.
Public Viewing Hours for both Exhibits:
Tuesday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Thursday: 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Viewing hours subject to change. Additional hours by appointment. Groups and schools please call to make an appointment.
Exhibit Fee: Free; donations are appreciated.
For more information about programs and registration, please contact the Programs Department by phone at 914-771-8700 or by email at programs@wiccny.org
WICC Policies
• Registration priority is afforded Westchester Italian Cultural Center members.
• All WICC courses, programs and presenters are subject to change or cancellation. There are no refunds unless the WICC cancels an event.
• Full payment is required upon registering for an event. WICC accepts cash, personal checks, money orders, as well as Visa, MasterCard and American Express. All checks must be drawn on US funds. There is a $20 charge for returned checks.
• All program registrations (series and single programs) are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• If you are unable to attend, you may contact WICC 24 hours prior to the date for a receipt that enables you to claim your contribution as a tax-deductible gift.
• The WICC is not responsible for providing makeup classes or issuing refunds for programs missed as a result of illness, emergencies or other events beyond our control.
• One discount per person / per family.
• Senior and student discounts are given with proper identification.
• Latecomers will be admitted during appropriate intervals in the program.
• Please remember to bring appropriate event passes.
• WICC events and classes may be recorded for archival and/or other media purposes. Such recordings may include pictures of the audience or class, or of individuals in the audience or class. Your attendance in the audience or at a class shall be deemed your consent to appear in such programming without compensation of any kind.
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