Westchester Italian Cultural Center

All Programs & Events

• Arcobaleno

  

  Language and cultural enrichment classes for children 6, 7 and 8 years of age

  Saturdays, Jan 30 – May 8

• Girotondo

  

  Language and cultural enrichment classes for children 4 and 5 years of age

  Saturdays, Jan 30 – May 8

• Navigando

  

  This class provides students with a sound grammatical basis while teaching everyday communication skills.

  Saturdays, Jan 30 – May 8

• Primi Passi in Italiano, Mommy & Me

  

  Language and cultural enrichment classes for children ages 2 ½ to 4 and caregiver. 13 Classes

  Wednesdays, Feb 3 – May 12

• Conversazione NEW

  

  This class is based on guided conversation designed for students who have completed level II or have a moderate understanding of the Italian language

  Thursdays , Feb 4 – May 6

• Italian I

  

  This class provides students with a sound grammatical basis while teaching everyday communication skills.

  Thursdays, Feb 4 – May 6

• Italian II

  

  This class focuses on practical communication, increasing vocabulary and improving language comprehension.

  Thursdays, Feb 4 – May 6

• Italian III

  

  This class emphasizes active communication in Italian. Reviewing, expanding and perfecting pronunciation, structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active oral and written communication

  Thursdays, Feb 4 – May 6

• Tuesday Afternoon Film: Mio Fratello è Figlio Unico (2007) 108 min.

  

  Directed by Danielle Luchetti.

  Feb 9

• Art Lecture: Sacred and Profane Love in Renaissance Art

  

  Analysis of Renaissance art work on the themes of love and marriage

  Feb 12

• Culinary Classes for Children: Cuori d’Amore

  

  Children's Culinary Class

  Feb 13

• Da Vinci’s Table: Renaissance Foods & Feasting

  

  Lecture followed by a dessert reception featuring Italy's finest dessert

  Feb 19 – Feb 20

• Children’s Carnevale Extravaganza

  

  Children's Culinary Workshop

  Feb 20

• Discover Italy! Rome, the Countryside and the Etruscan Land

  

  Presentation on the famous attractions and historic sites of Rome and the countryside

  Mar 3

• Introduction to Opera for Children

  

  Children's presentation on the world of Opera

  Mar 6

• Tuesday Afternoon Film: La Ciociara (1961) 100 min.

  

  Film directed by Vittorio DeSica

  Mar 9

• Concert and Lecture: Mandolino Italiano

  

  Concert and lecture on mandolin music

  Wednesday, Mar 17

• Italian American Cinema: Intervention (2004) 90 min.

  

  Narrative film Intervention by writer-director Anton Evangelista

  Mar 19

• Culinary Classes for Children: Dolci di San Giuseppe

  

  Learn how to make traditional treats zeppoles and sfingis.

  Mar 20

• Genealogy Workshop: Researching Vital Records

  

  Learn how to discover your heritage with with access to ancestry databases.

  Mar 20

• Secret Recipes of a Great Italian Chef: An Easter Menu!

  

  Learn how to create a delicious Easter Menu with a renowned chef.

  Mar 22

• Book Presentation: The Diva by Anna Mione

  

  Presentation of The Diva, by Anna Mione

  Mar 24

• Signature Lecture:Where are the Italian American Writers? Where are the Italian American Novelists?

  

  Presentation on the contributions Italian Americans have on literary tradition.

  Mar 26

• Researching 20th Century Military Service Members

  This program will provide a framework for successfully uncovering military service information about World War II military service members and those from 20th century conflicts.

  Saturday, Mar 27

• Scrigno- Lecture and Recital

  

  WICC in collaboration with the Pugliesi Federation present a Tribute to the music of Maestro Giovanni CHiappinelli, presented in English by his son Maestro Massimiliano Chiappinelli, renowned pianist soloist and chamber musician

  Monday, Apr 5

• Tuesday Afternoon Film: La Finestra di Fronte (2004) 106 min.

  

  Directed by Ferzan Ozpetek

  Apr 6

• Art Lecture: Masaccio

  

  The lecture has been POSTPONED until further notice.

  Apr 9

• Introduction to Opera for Children

  

  An engaging and educational presentation on Opera for children.

   

  Free for children enrolled in WICC language classes.

   

  THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THE FALL

  Apr 10

• Wine Lecture and Tasting: The Art of Italian Wine Making

  

  Wine lecture and tasting

  Tuesday, Apr 13

• Discover Italy! The Amalfi Coast & the Islands

  

  A presentation on Italy's extrordinary coastline by our special guest Roberto Caporuscio.

  Apr 14

• Signature Lecture: History of the Kingdom of Naples

  

  Presentation by Professor in Residence Antonio Rutigliano on the history of Naples under the French Angevin regime

  Apr 16

• Book Presentation: La Bella Lingua by Dianne Hales

  

  A celebration of the language and culture of Italy, La Bella Lingua tells the story of how a language shaped a nation. Readers of La Bella Lingua will find themselves innamorati, enchanted, by Italian, fascinated by its saga, tantalized by its adventures, addicted to its sound, and ever eager to spend more time in its company. Presented by the author.

  Apr 17

• Green White and Red – A Special Book Presentation and Reception

  

  Join us for a special celebration of the 65^th anniversary of Italy’s Liberation Day.  Domenic Pulera, author of Green White and Red, will explore the Italian American success story from the historical and social context to the various aspects of the contemporary Italian American culture.

  Apr 20

• Culinary Classes for Children: Fettuccine Tricolore

  

  Have fun while making this nutritional specialty. Appropriate for ages 5 to 16. Adults must attend with a child. Early registration is suggested.

  Apr 24

• Genealogical Lecture: Acquiring Italian Records

  

  Presentation on the Italian system of record keeping.

  Apr 24

• Cooking Class: The Art of Pasta Making

  

  Learn how to make homemade pasta with a cariety of sauces.

   

  SOLD OUT

  Apr 28

• Italian American Cinema: Prisoners in Paradise (2001) 58 min.

  

  A documentary about Italian POWs held in America during WWII, followed byy a Q & A session

  Apr 30

• Tuesday Afternoon Film: L’albero degli Zoccoli (1979) 186 min.

  

  A film directed by Ermmano Olmi about Italian peasant life in the late 19th century.

  May 4

• Art Lecture: Raffaello

  

  Presentation on the artwork of Raffaello during the Renaissance

   

   

  May 7

• Discover Italy! Venice and the Region

  

  Join us on a virtual journey through the Veneto Region. From the enchanted “City of Bridges”, to historical towns like Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, and Vicenza, home of Andrea Palladio one of the most influential architects in history. A tasting of prosecco, the most popular wine of Veneto, will conclude the evening.

  May 12

• Omaggio a Roberto Merelli | 1936—2009

  

  Celebrating the work of artist Roberto Merelli, this exhibit features some of his most striking paintings.

  Mon - Thurs, May 13 – Jul 15

• Italian American Cinema: A Pena do Pana – Ad Ipponion

  

  Showing of two short films written and directed by Lucia Grillo, followed by a Q & A session.

  POSTPONED- Director will be presenting at Cannes Film Festival!

  Wednesday, May 14

• Signature Culinary Presentation: Summer Entertaining Italian Style

  

  Learn the secrets of how to prepare an elegant summer buffet by Michele Scicolone, author of "1000 Italian Recipes"

  May 20

• Culinary Classes for Children: Crostata di Frutta

  

  Children can learn how to make authentic fresh frut tarts.

  May 22

• Una Serata con Pizza e Birra

  

  Is there a better combination than pizza and beer?

  We think not!

  Join us for a tasting of artisanal beers from Captain Lawrence Brewery, Pleasantville NY as well as a pizza-making demonstration and tasting from Zero Otto Nove of Arthur Avenue.

  Thursday, Jun 3

• An Intimate Conversation

  Join us for an intimate conversation with author John Perrella.

   

  Tuesday, Jun 8

• Discover Italy! Sicily

  

  Presentation of early Sicilian civilizations with a special food demonstration with native Sicilian Giusto Priola from Cacio & Vino in New York.

  Jun 10

• Cooking Class for Children: Pane & Gelato

  

  Learn the secrets of gelato making just in time for the summer.

  Jun 16

• Girotondo Summer Camp

  

  Language and cultural enrichment summer camp for children who will be eligible in the fall for pre-kindergarten, nursery school, or kindergarten – approximately 4, 5 and 6 years old. Children must be 4 years old by December 31, 2009 and be toilet trained. Please call (914) 771-8700 for more information and registration form.

  Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, Jun 29 – Jul 29