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    • 01 Sep 2024
    • 31 Dec 2026
    • ONLINE
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    Placement Test

    Not sure in which class to register?

    We offer a professional Italian language proficiency evaluation for a $50 charge. The amount is reimbursable if you enroll in our classes.

    1. REGISTER ONLINE and PAY $50.

    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 a conversation with an instructor 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. When you complete your first course, you may request reimbursement for the assessment.

    *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!

    • 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

    • 19 Jun 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 21 Aug 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • 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.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

    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.

    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.

    • 17 Aug 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Keller Regional Park: Shelter #5 Golfview 2010 Maplewood Drive, Maplewood, MN 55109
    Register


    Ferragosto is a cherished Italian tradition—a time to take a break from work and enjoy good company, great food, and the beauty of summer.

    Join the Italian Cultural Center for a relaxed celebration of this joyful holiday at the scenic Keller Regional Park. Feel free to come and go anytime between 11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 17.

    We'll provide watermelon, delicious gelato, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages to help you stay cool and refreshed. Grilling stations (with charcoal supplied by ICC) will be available. You're invited to bring your own picnic lunch or items to grill, along with your own plates, utensils, and any extras you'd like.

    Unable to bring your own food? No problem—we’ll have a few extra sandwiches and wraps on hand to share.

    This event is open to all—everyone is welcome! Come enjoy a day of good food, beautiful surroundings, and warm community as we celebrate Ferragosto together.

    Questions? Contact Ron Lattin at ron@theitalianculturalcenter.org or call/text 612-272-5312.

    We look forward to celebrating with you!

    • 02 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 3
    Register

    Grammar Review Workshop: Strengthen Your Beginner 3 Skills

    Open to everyone members and non-members alike!

    This 2-hour workshop is designed to review the key grammar points from Beginner Level 3 and give you the chance to practice them through games, conversation activities, and new, engaging materials.

    Build your confidence and fluency through increased automaticity as you work in a small group with a native Italian instructor. You'll reinforce essential grammar structures to help you progress with greater ease in your Italian learning journey.

    This workshop is ideal for students preparing to enter Beginner 4, Advanced Beginner (A2), or higher-level courses.

    • Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

    • Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members

    • Materials: Provided by the instructor

    We look forward to helping you refresh your skills and move forward with confidence!

    • 03 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 7
    Register

    Grammar Review Workshop: Prepare for the Next Level!

    Open to everyone members and non-members alike!

    Join us for a helpful and rewarding 2-hour workshop designed to review the fundamental grammar points from Beginner Level 4. Through games, conversation activities, and new, engaging materials, you'll reinforce essential concepts in a supportive, small-group setting.

    This interactive session is ideal for building confidence and improving automaticity, helping you feel fully prepared to enter an Advanced Beginner (A2) or Pre-Intermediate course this Fall.

    The goal of the workshop is to solidify your understanding and strengthen your use of the grammar structures required for Beginner 5, Advanced Beginner (A2), or higher-level courses.

    • Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

    • Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members

    • Materials: Provided by the instructor

    We look forward to helping you review, practice, and progress!

    • 04 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 5
    Register

    Want to speak Italian with confidence? Want to impress your friends with flawless Italian pronunciation? Join our fun and interactive 2-hour workshop! 

    In this short session, you’ll:
    Learn the basics of Italian sounds (vowels, consonants, and tricky pronunciations).
    Practice simple words & phrases with clear guidance.
    Discover tips to sound more natural when speaking.

    No prior experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Perfect for students of any level who want to improve their pronunciation.

    • Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Level 1
    • Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members
    • Materials: Provided by the instructor

    Spaces are limited—reserve your spot and start speaking with confidence today!

    • 04 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 6
    Register

    Telling Detailed and Engaging Stories in the Past 
    Open to everyone – members and non-members alike!

    Join us for a dynamic and rewarding two-hour workshop designed for Pre-Intermediate Italian students who want to tell stories in the past with greater confidence and flair.

    Whether you're recounting what you did yesterday or describing a past vacation in vivid detail, learning to distinguish between the passato prossimo and imperfetto is an essential step toward proficiency.

    This student-centered, highly interactive session focuses on oral practice and will help you:

    • Confidently form both past tenses
    • Understand when and why to use one over the other
    • Tell more engaging and accurate stories in Italian

    By the end of the workshop, you’ll feel more empowered to share your past experiences in Italian with clarity and nuance.

    Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Level 5
    Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members

    Materials: Provided by the instructor


    We look forward to helping you refresh your skills and move forward with confidence!

    • 04 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 5
    Register

    Grammar Review Workshop - Strengthen Your Foundation Before Fall!

    Open to everyone members and non-members alike!

    Join us for a helpful and rewarding 2-hour workshop designed to review the key grammar points from Beginner Level 5. Through games, conversation activities, and new engaging materials, you'll reinforce your skills in a fun and interactive environment.

    Working in a small group, you’ll build confidence and increase automaticity—helping you transition smoothly into your Fall course.

    This workshop is perfect for students preparing to enter Advanced Beginner 5 (A2), any Pre-Intermediate (B1) course, or anyone looking to solidify their grammar foundation.

    • Prerequisite: Beginner Level 5

    • Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members

    • Materials: Provided by the instructor

    We look forward to helping you boost your grammar skills and confidence!

    • 08 Sep 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 10 Nov 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 7
    Register

    Those who wish to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest or study abroad, will benefit from a fast paced, communicative approach to the Italian language. 

    This course, intended for BEGINNER students, will allow for simple but effective communication in everyday life situations such as greetings, getting to know each other, finding out about transportation, asking for directions, reserving a room or an apartment, shopping at a coffee shop or a restaurant. 

    This course aims at reaching these abilities through simple dialogues, comprehension activities, and a rich and illustrated vocabulary, all while discovering the rules of everyday life in Italy. 

    Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

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    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.

      • 08 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 10 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 4
      Register

      The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, their daily activities and interests, their likes and dislikes. Students will also speak about their homes and their neighborhood,  while learning practical skills such as how to ask for directions, get around town, interact with shop keepers, and order in a restaurant. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life as they complete chapters 4-6 of the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

      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.

      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.

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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.
        • 08 Sep 2025
        • 5:30 PM
        • 10 Nov 2025
        • 7:30 PM
        • Traffic Zone Building, Suite 625, 250 Third Avenue N., Mpls. 55401 MN
        • 4
        Register

        The goal of this course is for students to speak with greater sophistication on a variety of topics such as books, family interactions, and gift-giving. Students will practice argumentative topics, including new ways to express interest and preferences, offer suggestions, comment on advantages and disadvantages, as well as inquire about and explain the reasoning behind opinions and decisions and hypothetical situation. Students will also learn to construct and accurately convey more detailed stories focussing on the relationship of events and situations in time. We will cover Chapters 5-7 in the Nuovo Espresso 3 textbook, for further practice with the subjunctive in a wide variety of contexts and new useful expressions. 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.

        Please order a copy of this text prior to the first day of class:

        Nuovo Espresso 3 + E-book (Textbook/Workbook + Interactive E-book)

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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.
        • 08 Sep 2025
        • 5:30 PM
        • 10 Nov 2025
        • 7:30 PM
        • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
        • 5
        Register

        The goal of this Advanced Beginners course is to prepare students for the Pre-Intermediate courses by consolidating their previously learned Beginner and Advances Beginner grammar skills. Students will be able to elaborate on descriptions of people and places and events in time, distinguishing between present and past events and events in-progress at the moment. Students will focus on making social plans and invitations, evaluating lodging accommodations, and understanding and giving recommendations and instructions. Each session incorporates discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. This course covers the final 3 units (Chapters 13-15) in the textbook.

        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)      

        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.

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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.
        • 08 Sep 2025
        • 5:30 PM
        • 10 Nov 2025
        • 7:30 PM
        • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
        • 1
        Register

        This NEW COURSE is designed for Advanced Beginner or Pre-Intermediate students who want to practice and consolidate previous learned grammar structures in new contexts to improve automaticity, comfort and confidence! Not sure if you are "ready" for the next level in your sequence? This course is for anyone who wants to better digest important concepts previously introduced (verbs, tenses, pronouns, and prepositions), apply them in more spontaneous yet focused communicative situations. Students will expand vocabulary and hone both listening comprehension and speaking skills through a variety of student-centered oral activities in class, and written homework (including mini-compositions) will be assigned for further reinforcement of the material. As always, each session explores aspects of Italian life and culture, and materials will be provided by the instructor. We look forward to building your confidence through this rewarding NEW approach and alternative option to our standard sequential curriculum.

        Pre-requisite: Beginner 5

        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.

        Materials: provided by the instructor on the first day of class

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

        Cost: $375 (includes all materials)

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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.
          • 08 Sep 2025
          • 5:30 PM
          • 10 Nov 2025
          • 7:30 PM
          • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 4
          Register

          Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 2 (or material covered in the first 7 chapters of the textbook - see below)

          Cost: $350

          Order a copy of your textbooks prior to the first day of class:

          Textbook: NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book)

          (The same book is used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses.)

          Optional (for additional practice):

          NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari


          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.

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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.
          • 09 Sep 2025
          • 10:30 AM
          • 11 Nov 2025
          • 12:00 PM
          • ONLINE
          • 7
          Register


          This "Special Topics" class is for students who are at Upper Intermediate Level (B2) or above. Students will deepen their knowledge of a few contemporary authors and their literary works of the 20th century while practicing reading and conversational skills at the B2+ proficiency level. This course offers the perfect balance between structure and flexibility by providing the opportunity to practice specific grammatical structures and vocabulary found in the readings in a personally meaningful and authentic conversational context.

          NOTE: If you have taken a previous iteration of this class, please let the instructor know which readings you have done in past courses.

          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 this link to purchase the textbook prior to beginning of class:

          Raccontare il Novecento

          Cost: $350

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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.
          • 09 Sep 2025
          • 3:00 PM
          • 13 Nov 2025
          • 5:00 PM
          • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 6
          Register

          Those who wish to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest, or study abroad, will benefit from a fast-paced, communicative approach to the Italian language. This specialized 10-week (40-hr) INTENSIVE course - intended for BEGINNER students (levels 1-3)  who can digest content and grammar more quickly - will allow for simple but effective communication in everyday life situations such as greetings, getting to know each other, finding out about transportation, asking for directions, reserving a room or an apartment, shopping at a coffee shop or a restaurant, and more! Students will immediately engage in dialogues and comprehension activities, delve into a rich and illustrated vocabulary, and discover the rules of everyday life in Italy.

          If you are an absolute Beginner OR if you have already taken a Beginner 1, 2, or 3 class at ICC but would like the chance to reinforce, practice, and consolidate what you have learned in the past, this is the perfect course.

          Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

          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 Policy:

          • Prior to the start of the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $20 administrative fee.
          • After the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $50 administrative fee.
          • After the first week of lessons, students can receive a refund of course tuition minus a $100 administrative fee.
          • No refunds/credits will be issued after the second class.
          • There are no make-up lessons or credits offered when a student misses a scheduled class.
          • 09 Sep 2025
          • 3:00 PM
          • 18 Nov 2025
          • 5:00 PM
          • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 2
          Register

          In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how 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. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

          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.

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

          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.
          • 09 Sep 2025
          • 5:30 PM
          • 11 Nov 2025
          • 7:30 PM
          • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 7
          Register

          This NEW COURSE is intended for those who have taken Italian For Travelers 1, or those who are looking for a new way to study and practice Italian. This course offers a faster paced, more communicative approach to the Italian language, and is ideal for those who plan to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest or study abroad in the immediate future. Homework completion is required.

          Through dialogues, comprehension activities, and a rich and illustrated vocabulary, beginning with Chapter 7 of the textbook Facilissimo, students will continue to learn simple but effective communication used in everyday life situations, all while discovering the rules of everyday life in Italy.

          Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

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          Cancellation Policy:

          • Prior to the start of the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $20 administrative fee.
          • After the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $50 administrative fee.
          • After the first week of lessons, students can receive a refund of course tuition minus a $100 administrative fee.
          • No refunds/credits will be issued after the second class.
          • There are no make-up lessons or credits offered when a student misses a scheduled class.
          • 09 Sep 2025
          • 5:30 PM
          • 10 Nov 2025
          • 7:30 PM
          • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 8
          Register

          This NEW COURSE is designed for Pre-Intermediate or Intermediate students who want to practice and consolidate previous learned grammar structures in new contexts to improve automaticity, comfort and confidence! Not sure if you are "ready" for the next level in your sequence? This course is for anyone who wants to better digest important concepts previously introduced (verbs, tenses, pronouns, and prepositions), apply them in more spontaneous yet focused communicative situations. Students will expand vocabulary and hone both listening comprehension and speaking skills through a variety of student-centered oral activities in class, and written homework (including mini-compositions) will be assigned for further reinforcement of the material. As always, each session explores aspects of Italian life and culture, and materials will be provided by the instructor. We look forward to building your confidence through this rewarding NEW approach and alternative option to our standard sequential curriculum.

          Pre-requisite: Pre-Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

          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.

          Materials: provided by the instructor on the first day of class

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

          Cost: $375 (includes all materials)

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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.
            • 09 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 11 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 2
            Register

            Prerequisite: Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

            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

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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.
            • 09 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 11 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 5
            Register

            Capire l'Italia is an advanced/upper-intermediate level comunicative course about the language and culture of Italy. The course is organized into 5 thematic units - Customs, Mass Media, Cinema, Society, and Design - which illustrate fundamental aspects of the contemporary Italian language and culture around the turn of the millenium. Advanced students looking to participate in stimulating discussions regarding Italy's language and culture will enjoy engaging with sophisticated texts focused on different topics related to contemporary Italian society. The goal of the course is for students to expand their vocabulary and improve accuracy when speaking, commenting, questioning, and expressing opinions using a wide variety of appropriate and advanced grammatical structures, as well as to build their cultural competence by diving deeper into more complex aspects of Italian history and society.

            Cost: $350

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

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

            Please use order a copy of the book Capire l'Italia e gli italiani (Guerra Edizioni) before the first class. Here are a few links:

            Capire l'Italia e gli italiani from Amazon

            Capire l'Italia e gli italiani from IBS

            Capire l'Italia e gli italiani from 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.
            • 09 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 11 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 7
            Register

            The goal of this course is for students to be able to express opinions and emotions, doubts and fears in a more sophisticated manner using mood as well as tense. Students will learn to communicate to resolve problems, including inquiring about, clarifying, confirming and even justify a cause. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

            Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate Level 3

            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.

            Please order a copy of this text - which includes the e-book exercises, video and audio - prior to the first day of class:

            Nuovo Espresso 3 + E-book (Textbook/Workbook + Interactive E-book)

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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.

            • 09 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 11 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 6
            Register

            The goal of this 10-week (20-hr) course for Advanced Beginners is for students to speak about the past and their younger years in more detail, including habitual vs. one-time actions in the past. Students will also begin to discuss future events, building the foundations for more advanced grammar including the use of pronouns. Students will discuss a variety of topics such as clothing, special occasions, eating habits, and use of technology in daily life while honing and reinforcing their previously learned language skills. Cultural aspects of Italian life are incorporated into each of the units covered (Chapters 10-12) in the textbook.

            Prerequisite: Beginner 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.

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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.
            • 09 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 11 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • ONLINE
            • 0
            Join waitlist

            In this course of the "Practice and Consolidation" series, designed for students at or close to the C1 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

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


            Students will complete the final chapters of Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (Libro dello Studente con Audio) 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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis MN. 55401
            • 0
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            PLIDA Certification Exams

            Upcoming Session Information

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

            What: PLIDA Exam (Level B1)

            When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

            Registration Deadline with ICC: Friday, August 22, 2025

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

            How to Register: Membership with ICC is required to take the PLIDA exam at our exam center. Prior to registering to take the PLIDA exam at ICC, the candidate must enroll with the Società Dante Alighieri at dante.global. You are not required to hold a membership with the SDA in order to take the exam, but when enrolling on dante.global, answer the question according to your status. 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.

            Time: (Tentative Schedule)

            9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Ascoltare 40', Leggere 40', e Scrivere 60')

            12:30-3:30 p.m. (Pausa Pranzo)

            3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. (Parlare – 15' + wait time in between candidates)

            Exact times will be shared with each candidate closer to the exam date.

            Cost: The registration fee for the PLIDA B1 is $210.

            For any questions: contact@theitalianculturalcenter.org

            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 10:00 AM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 12:00 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 3
            Register

            Nuovo Magari C1/C2 is a brand-new book by one of our favorite editors! Students will love this advanced/upper-intermediate level comunicative course all about contemporary Italy and Italian culture. A wide variety of authentic texts and audio-visual materials serve as our springboard to explore and discuss key aspects of Italian society like you have never approached them before. The goal of this course is for advanced students to expand their vocabulary and improve accuracy when speaking, commenting, questioning, and expressing opinions , as well as to build their cultural competence by diving deeper into more complex conversational topics.

            Cost: $350

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

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

            Please use order a copy of the book from your preferred bookseller before the first lesson. Here are a few sample links:

            Nuovo Magari C1/C2 directly from Alma Edizioni

            Nuovo Magari C1/C2 from Amazon

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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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 3:00 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 5:00 PM
            • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 7
            Register

            This NEW COURSE is intended for those who have completed Italian For Travelers 1 or those who are looking for a new way to study and practice Italian. This course offers a faster paced, more communicative approach to the Italian language, and is ideal for those who plan to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest or study abroad in the immediate future. Homework completion is required.

            Through dialogues, comprehension activities, and a rich and illustrated vocabulary, beginning with Chapter 7 of the textbook Facilissimo, students will continue to learn simple but effective communication used in everyday life situations, all while discovering the rules of everyday life in Italy.

            Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

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            Cancellation Policy:

            • Prior to the start of the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $20 administrative fee.
            • After the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $50 administrative fee.
            • After the first week of lessons, students can receive a refund of course tuition minus a $100 administrative fee.
            • No refunds/credits will be issued after the second class.
            • There are no make-up lessons or credits offered when a student misses a scheduled class.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • ONLINE
            • 7
            Register

            In this course, students will work on the final chapters of the Nuovo Espresso 4 textbook, and practice advanced grammar and conversation skills.

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

            NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Student book+ E-book interactive, includes textbook  + workbook). This book will be used for 3 trimesters.

            NOTE: In the event that fewer than 5 students enroll in this class, students will be contacted individually, and the instructor will recommend another Upper Intermediate or Advanced Practice and Consolidation course that will cover similar material but with a different text.



            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • ONLINE
            • 5
            Register

            In this class, students at the B2/C1 level will complete the final chapters of the textbook Nuovissimo Progetto italiano 2b as they continue to revisit previously encountered grammar structures in detail and practice them thoroughly in a variety of communicative and cultural contexts. Students will engage in guided conversations on a variety of topics including daily life, contemporary society, and immigration, while working to reinforce and consolidate their language skills at the upper-intermediate level.

            Prerequisite: Upper-Intermediate

            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.

            Note: If you choose to order a copy of Nuovissimo Progetto italiano 2b, a combined Textbook/Workbook/Quaderno degli Esercizi, keep in mind that this book may or may not be used in the upcoming semesters, starting from the beginning, depending on enrollment numbers.

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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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 8
            Register

            The goal of this course is for students to use new vocabulary and expressions as well as verb structures to give recommendations, express needs and desires, provide opinions, and talk about work, health, food, and sports. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

            Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 1

            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.

            Cost: $350

            Please order a copy of this textbook prior to the first day of class: NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Textbook + Workbook + Interactive E-book(Note: This book will be used for all 3 levels of our Pre-Intermediate courses.)

            Optional, for additional practice: NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

            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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 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 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. Students will aim to cover the first 3-4 chapters of the textbook.

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

            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

            Optional (for additional practice):

            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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 3
            Register

            In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about past events, and ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. This course will also offer a variety of cultural comparisons as students discuss aspects of Italian life related to daily routines, lifestyle, work habits and special occasions. Students will complete Chapters 7-9 in the textbook.

            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.

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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.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 2
            Register

            In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how 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. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

            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.

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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.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 5:00 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about past events, and ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. This course will also offer a variety of cultural comparisons as students discuss aspects of Italian life related to daily routines, lifestyle, work habits and special occasions. Students will complete Chapters 7-9 in the textbook.

              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.

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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.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Ave N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              Ripassiamo, Ripassate... Verb Review and Practice!

              Anyone can join us for a very helpful and rewarding two hour workshop focused exclusively on practice conjugating and using verbi al presente in a variety of contexts. Students will be at the center of each oral exercise, working independently and in small groups, with the instructor helping each students as needed. Designed to review the most important conjugations from Beginner 3 and 4 and to practice them through games and conversation activities with new, engaging materials. Build your confidence through improved automaticity as you work in a small group to reinforce all the basics that will help you succeed with ease in your Advanced Beginner (A2) or Pre-Intermediate course this Fall. The goal of this workshop is to solidify your understanding and improve your use of specific structures requires for an Advanced Beginner (A2) level course or above.

              Prerequisite: Beginning Level 3

              Cost: $45 for Members of ICC and $55 for Non-Members

              All workshops must be cancelled at least 72 hours in advance to qualify for a refund, less a $20 administrative fee.

              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              The goal of this 10-week (20-hr) course for Advanced Beginners is for students to speak about the past and their younger years in more detail, including habitual vs. one-time actions in the past. Students will also begin to discuss future events, building the foundations for more advanced grammar including the use of pronouns. Students will discuss a variety of topics such as clothing, special occasions, eating habits, and use of technology in daily life while honing and reinforcing their previously learned language skills. Cultural aspects of Italian life are incorporated into each of the units covered (Chapters 10-12) in the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner 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.

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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.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 1
              Register

              In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about past events, and ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. This course will also offer a variety of cultural comparisons as students discuss aspects of Italian life related to daily routines, lifestyle, work habits and special occasions. Students will complete Chapters 7-9 in the textbook.

              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.

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

              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.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, their daily activities and interests, their likes and dislikes. Students will also speak about their homes and their neighborhood,  while learning practical skills such as how to ask for directions, get around town, interact with shop keepers, and order in a restaurant. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life as they complete chapters 4-6 of the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

              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.

              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.

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

              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.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how 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. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

              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.

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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.
              • 12 Sep 2025
              • 1:00 PM
              • 14 Nov 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 6
              Register

              The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, their daily activities and interests, their likes and dislikes. Students will also speak about their homes and their neighborhood,  while learning practical skills such as how to ask for directions, get around town, interact with shop keepers, and order in a restaurant. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life as they complete chapters 4-6 of the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

              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.

              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.

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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.
              • 12 Sep 2025
              • 1:00 PM
              • 14 Nov 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              Those who wish to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest or study abroad, will benefit from a fast paced, communicative approach to the Italian language. 

              This course, intended for BEGINNER students, will allow for simple but effective communication in everyday life situations such as greetings, getting to know each other, finding out about transportation, asking for directions, reserving a room or an apartment, shopping at a coffee shop or a restaurant. 

              This course aims at reaching these abilities through simple dialogues, comprehension activities, and a rich and illustrated vocabulary, all while discovering the rules of everyday life in Italy. 

              Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

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              Cancellation Policy:

              • Prior to the start of the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $20 administrative fee.
              • After the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $50 administrative fee.
              • After the first week of lessons, students can receive a refund of course tuition minus a $100 administrative fee.
              • No refunds/credits will be issued after the second class.
              • There are no make-up lessons or credits offered when a student misses a scheduled class.
              • 12 Sep 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • 14 Nov 2025
              • 5:00 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register

              In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how 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. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

              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.

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

              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.
              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 11:00 AM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register


              Explore our engaging 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion lesson for 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.

              Course fee does NOT include instructional materials. Please use this link to purchase book Espresso Ragazzi 1, incl. e-book access code.

              NOTE: NO classes on October 18 (MEA Weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).

              NEW ACCELERATED OPTION! This class offers an ACCELERATED OPTION in which students can reinforce and expand upon the previewed materials by practicing conversational communication skills in small groups with the instructor ONLINE via ZOOM during the week for 45 min. (day/time TBD!) This Accelerated Option can be purchased as a "Guest ticket" with the regular enrollment. Weekly Day/Time (for 8 sessions) will be agreed upon via email before the start of the semester.

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 11:00 AM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 5
              Register


              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 October 18 (MEA Weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 13 Dec 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 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 October 18 (MEA weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).
              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 11:00 AM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register


              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 October 18 (MEA weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 11:15 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 12:15 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 8
              Register


              Explore our engaging 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion lesson for high school students 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 October 18 (MEA Weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).

              Course fee does NOT include instructional materials. Please use this link to purchase book Espresso Ragazzi 1, incl. e-book access code.

              NEW ACCELERATED OPTION! This class offers an ACCELERATED OPTION in which students can reinforce and expand upon the previewed materials by practicing conversational communication skills in small groups with the instructor ONLINE via ZOOM during the week for 45 min. (day/time TBD!) This Accelerated Option can be purchased as a "Guest ticket" with the regular enrollment. Weekly Day/Time (for 8 sessions) will be agreed upon via email before the start of the semester.

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 11:15 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 12:15 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 6
              Register

              Join our 60-minute, in-person, full-immersion Italian lesson designed for Upper Elementary and 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 October 18 (MEA Weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend).

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 11:15 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 12:15 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 5
              Register

              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 October 18 (MEA weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving weekend).

              • 13 Sep 2025
              • 11:15 AM
              • 13 Dec 2025
              • 12:15 PM
              • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625 Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 6
              Register


              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 October 18 (MEA weekend) and November 29 (Thanksgiving weekend).

              • 20 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 15 Nov 2025
              • 11:00 AM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 7
              Register


              Italiano per Genitori is a special course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents incorporate practical Italian conversation into daily family life to support your child(ren)'s learning and language use outside the classroom. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar aligned with the Youth School lesson themes - daily routines, meals, making plans, school and friends, seasonal activities, holidays and more - to support you in further building communicative competence at home.

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

              • September 20, 27 (NO CLASS on Sept, 13 for first day of Youth School)
              • October 4, 11, 25 (NO CLASS on Oct. 18, Youth School closed for MEA Weekend)
              • November 1, 8, 15 (NO CLASS on November 22, even though YS does meet)

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

              • 23 Sep 2025
              • 3:00 PM
              • 11 Nov 2025
              • 5:00 PM
              • ONLINE
              • 8
              Register

              Do you love ICC's Film Festival? Do you wish you could speak in simple but articulate Italian about films? Or would you just like to know how to converse about daily activities with others but not following a traditional grammatical approach? This course is for you. Practice Italian vocabulary and grammar in a structured, but highly conversational course all about everyday. actions and reactions, while familiarizing yourself with Italian films from recent decades. Focus on everyday vocabulary and verbs and enjoy every minute of interacting with your classmates about your lives and the lives of famous protagonists. Practice your Italian conversational skills using appropriate terminology, and participate in lively discussions by sharing your own observations about Italy's most memorable films, watched at home at your convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with other Italian cinema enthusiasts who are also looking to practice their oral proficiency skills in a new context! This course is suggested for students at a A2/B1 (Pre-Intermediate level or above).

              Pre-requisite: Pre-Intermediate 1 (or permission from the Director)

              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: $280 

              LINK to purchase book

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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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