The Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis/St. Paul upcoming events

PLACEMENT TEST (Language Proficiency Evaluation) (01 Jan 2026)

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Not sure in which class to register?

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

1. REGISTER ONLINE and pay $50.

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

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

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

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

GIFT CERTIFICATES: Give the Gift of Italian Culture! (05 Jan 2026)

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

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 = Individual Membership + 1 Private Lesson

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

→ $370 = 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!

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

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

TORINO

October 10 - 24, 2026

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

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

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

Your immersion in Piedmontese culture will include a 2-week language course where you will have the opportunity to improve your language skills. Language classes are offered at beginner and more advanced levels.

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

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/t-magazine/turin-italy-guide-hotels-restaurants.html

https://foodandtravel.com/food/cover-interviews/somaia-hammads-turnin

For details of the itinerary, please click HERE.

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

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

Questions? Email: astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org

Educational Travel to Siracusa: April 17 - May 1, 2027 (01 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

SIRACUSA

Language & Culture in Sicily

Live an unforgettable two-week stay in the stunning ancient city of Siracusa, on the southeastern coast of Sicily, a premier UNESCO World Heritage destination, and learn about local history and culture through excursions, food and wine experiences, art, and nature.

Discover a thousand-year-old city, with its magnificent ancient Greek architecture, stunning Baroque palaces, and charming historic center, filled with narrow pedestrian lanes, stunning sea views, and vibrant local markets.

Improve your Italian language skills at a premier Language School, offering courses for absolute beginners to more advanced levels. Using an interactive, communicative approach, native-speaking teachers ensure you develop practical conversation skills, along side a strong foundation in grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.

Please view the full itinerary and details of the trip.

A presentation of the trip will be offered at our new location, 553 1st Avenue NE, Minneapolis, on Sunday, September 20 at 10 a.m. to noon. To register for the presentation, please sign up here.

Please note that registration to the Waitlist for this trip is free of charge.

I am looking forward to accompanying you on this next adventure!

Cordialmente,

Astrid Garino

For additional information, email: Astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org

ADVANCED-Practice and Consolidation 1B - Level B1/B2 - Monday Evening AF26PC1 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

This course is designed for Intermediate students who wish to strengthen and consolidate their understanding of previously introduced grammar structures in new contexts. The focus is on developing greater ease and confidence in using verb tenses, combined and relative pronouns, and comparative forms, while applying these structures effectively in real-life communication.

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

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

Pre-requisite: Practiice and Consolidation 1

Tuition: $375

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

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

THE NEW ITALIAN PROJECT 2a – MEP Education

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Elementary 1 - Monday Evening AF26E1 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about one’s eating habits, make a grocery list, understand recipes instructions, and indicate quantities by using the metric system. Students will learn how to describe colors, fabrics and fabrics patterns to shop with confidence. Students will comprehend the form and usage of the future tense.Students will also differentiate between the present tense and the present progressive (gerundio) form of verbs, and use object pronouns to refer to people, places, and things when conveying information. They will practice making, accepting, and declining invitations, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology. Each session includes discussion of cultural aspects of Italian life.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 2 - Monday Evening AF26B2 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 3 - Monday Evening AF26B3 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-IntermediateUPDATED EDITION

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 1 - Monday Evening AF26B1 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Inside Italy Today: Language, Culture & Society (C1) - Tuesday Morning AF26AT (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Explore contemporary Italy while refining your advanced Italian communication skills. Designed for B2 to C1 learners, this course combines lively discussion with authentic materials, including journalism, literature, podcasts, film, and other media, to strengthen your language skills while deepening your understanding of Italian society today.

Each lesson explores engaging, current topics that shape life in Italy. You will expand your vocabulary, refine advanced grammar, and develop greater precision and fluency in speaking. The emphasis is on meaningful communication, helping you express ideas clearly, participate confidently in discussions, and communicate with nuance and sophistication.

Tuition: $375

Prerequisite: Contemporary Italian Society(or permission from the Director)

If you have not taken classes at ICC before, please register for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your proficiency and recommend the course that best matches your level.

Please order a copy of the textbook from your preferred bookseller before the first class. A sample link is provided below for your convenience:

Nuovo Magari C1/C2 - Amazon (2024 edition. Please be sure to purchase the 2024 edition, not the 2014 edition.)

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Italian For Travelers 2&3- Tuesday Morning AF26 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PREREQUISITE: previous Italian for travelers course or Beginner 2

Tuition: $375

This 10-session, 20-hour course is designed for beginner-level students who want a fast-paced, conversation-driven approach to learning Italian, especially with travel in mind. Whether you are preparing for a trip, exploring Italian culture, or reconnecting with your family origins, you will develop practical language skills for real-life situations in Italy.

Using a recently published textbook that reflects contemporary spoken Italian and up-to-date travel vocabulary, the course focuses on essential conversational scenarios such as ordering food, asking for directions, and navigating everyday interactions. At the same time, we will build a solid foundation in grammar to support communication.

Through short dialogues, interactive activities, and targeted vocabulary practice, we will work on speaking, listening, and comprehension skills, helping you feel more confident and comfortable in everyday travel situations in Italy.

Please order the book Viaggiamo in Italia 1 before the first class.

You can find the book here:

Beginner Level 3 - Tuesday Afternoon AF26B3 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-IntermediateUPDATED EDITION

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.

Beginner Level 4 - Tuesday Afternoon AF26B4 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

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

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Advanced Italian (C2): Lingua e Cultura - Tuesday Evening AF26AT (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Take your Italian beyond basic fluency through authentic language, meaningful conversation, and cultural exploration. Designed for advanced learners, this course is built around Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4 and enriched with contemporary texts, audio, and video from Italy today.

You will refine your comprehension and develop the ability to express complex ideas with greater ease and confidence through engaging discussions and practical activities. Each lesson integrates reading, listening, and conversation while strengthening advanced grammar, expanding vocabulary, and exploring the cultural nuances that make Italian sound natural. You will gain a deeper understanding of how Italians communicate in different contexts and build the confidence to participate comfortably in both formal and informal situations.

Tuition: $375

Prerequisite: Capire l'Italia (or permission from the Director)

If you have not taken classes at ICC before, please register for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your proficiency and recommend the course that best matches your level.

Required textbooks

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4, Libro dello studente

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4, 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.

Intermediate 2 - Tuesday Evening AF26I2 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will learn how to use appropriate tenses and time expressions to narrate events in a story and how to engage with storytellers by asking questions and showing active interest. The students will learn the subjunctive mood to express their opinions, needs, and hopes. These skills will help students to participate more fully in conversations about personal experiences and cultural traditions.

Prerequisite: Intermediate 1

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

ONLINE - Advanced Practice & Consolidation (Livello C1) w/ Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 - Tuesday Evening AF26PC3 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

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

Tuition: $375

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Upper Intermediate Level 3 (B) - Tuesday Evening AF26UI3 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 2

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 1 - Tuesday Evening AF26B1 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

ONLINE-Discover Modern Italian Literature - Wednesday Morning AF26RC (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Experience the voices, stories, and culture of modern Italy through literature and conversation. This course explores twentieth-century Italian literature using Racconti del Novecento as the primary text.

Read engaging short stories by influential Italian authors while discovering the historical and cultural contexts that shaped their work. Authentic materials, including videos and supplementary readings, enrich each topic and provide broader linguistic and cultural perspectives.

Each reading becomes an opportunity to build your Italian through guided discussions, vocabulary expansion, and focused language practice. Along the way, you'll strengthen your fluency, deepen your understanding of Italian culture, and appreciate the richness and beauty of authentic literary Italian.

Tuition: $295
Materials will be provided by the instructor.

If you have not taken classes at ICC before, please register for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your Italian proficiency and recommend the course that best matches 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.

PRE-Intermediate 3 (A) - Wednesday Evening AF26PI3 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 2

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

Tuition: $375

Amazon:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book+Interactive e-book)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

Libreria Pino:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Elementary 3 - Wednesday Evening AF26E3 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Throughout this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will learn how to comprehend and provide descriptions of homes. Through the introduction of the conditional tense, the student will be able to express wishes, likes and dislikes and being able to give advice. Italian habits and traditions will be highlighted and compared to those of other countries. The goal of this course is to bring students to a solid A2 level.

Prerequisite: Elementary/Preintermediate 2

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

ONLINE Advanced Practice & Consolidation w/ Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 - Wednesday Evening AF26PC3 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

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

Tuition: $375

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

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

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (+ versione interattiva)

Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 WORKBOOK (Quaderno degli Esercizi)

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 3 - Wednesday Evening AF26B3 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-IntermediateUPDATED EDITION

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.

Beginner Level 2 - Wednesday Evening AF26B2 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Beginner Level 1 - Thursday Evening AF26B1 (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

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

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Intermediate 1 - Thursday Evening AF26I1 (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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

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

Tuition: $375

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

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

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

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

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

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

Real Italian Conversation- Level A2/B1 - AF26 (16 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

This 90-minute conversation session, led by native instructor Eleonora Villani, is designed for adult learners from level A2 to B1 who want to move beyond textbooks and feel more comfortable, spontaneous, and confident in real-life conversations.
From the very first minutes, you’ll be speaking through guided conversation, interactive activities, and insights into contemporary Italian culture and everyday social topics. It is a practical and supportive space to expand your vocabulary, find your voice, and make your Italian sound truly natural.

Refund policy: To receive a refund (minus an administrative fee), cancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance.

For any questions, please email us at luisa@theitalianculturalcenter.org

Real Italian Conversation- Advanced Level B2/C2- AF26 (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

This 90-minute conversation session, led by native instructor Eleonora Villani, is designed for learners at levels B2 through C2 and is intended for upper-intermediate to advanced students who want to move beyond basic conversation and express themselves with greater fluency, precision, and cultural awareness.
From the very beginning, you will engage in stimulating discussions through guided debates, interactive activities, and in-depth exploration of Italian society, culture, and current events.
This dynamic environment will help you expand your vocabulary, refine your register, and make your Italian sound authentic and natural.

Refund policy: To receive a refund (minus an administrative fee), cancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance.

For any questions, please email us at luisa@theitalianculturalcenter.org

CIRCOLO LETTERARIO – Six Nobel Voices: The Creative Power of Italian Literature (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Six Nobel Voices: The Creative Power of Italian Literature
Italy’s Nobel Laureates in Literature

In celebration of the 26th annual Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel Mondo, the Week of the Italian Language in the World, the Italian Cultural Center presents a special edition of Il Circolo Letterario.

The 2026 theme, “Lingua geniale: ideare, progettare, creare con l’italiano”, or “Brilliant Language: Conceiving, Designing, and Creating with Italian,” celebrates Italian as a language of imagination, creativity, and expression. Few examples demonstrate that creative power more vividly than Italy’s six Nobel laureates in Literature. Across poetry, fiction, and theater, these writers used Italian in strikingly different ways to interpret human experience, challenge conventions, illuminate regional life, and create new forms of literary expression.

For this special program, Pieranna Garavaso, Professor Emerita at the University of Minnesota Morris and Literary Advisor to the Italian Cultural Center, will explore Italy’s six Nobel laureates in Literature, with particular attention to Grazia Deledda and Dario Fo.

This event will be in English.

Grazia Deledda: 100 Years Later

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Grazia Deledda’s being awarded the 1926 Nobel Prize in Literature.

Born in Sardinia in 1871, Deledda transformed the people, traditions, landscape, faith, and conflicts of her native island into literature that spoke to universal questions of fate, morality, love, and human struggle. She became only the second woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. A century later, her place in Italian literature continues to invite discussion. How should we understand her portrayal of Sardinia? Why did she achieve such international recognition, and why is she less widely read today than some of Italy’s other major writers?

Dario Fo: Theater, Satire, and the Power of Language

At the other end of Italy’s Nobel tradition stands Dario Fo, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1997.

Playwright, actor, director, and satirist, Fo drew upon centuries-old traditions of Italian popular theater and transformed them into something distinctly modern. Through comedy, improvisation, and satire, he used language and performance to question authority, expose hypocrisy, and defend human dignity. Fo’s selection for the Nobel Prize was itself unconventional and controversial, making him a fascinating example of how broadly literature and creative expression can be understood.

Six Nobel Voices

Italy’s six Nobel laureates reveal very different possibilities within the Italian language:

Giosuè Carducci, 1906 – A poet and scholar celebrated for the creative energy, lyrical force, and freshness of his verse.
Grazia Deledda, 1926 – A novelist who transformed the distinctive world of Sardinia into stories exploring universal human struggles.
Luigi Pirandello, 1934 – A playwright and novelist whose experiments with identity, reality, and illusion helped reinvent modern theater.
Salvatore Quasimodo, 1959 – A poet whose concentrated lyrical language gave voice to the tragedy and uncertainty of modern life.
Eugenio Montale, 1975 – A poet whose distinctive style explored human values, isolation, memory, and the search for meaning.
Dario Fo, 1997 – A playwright, performer, and satirist who revived popular theatrical traditions to challenge power and uphold human dignity.

Together, these six writers span generations of Italian literary achievement. Their work demonstrates not one way of writing in Italian, but many: lyrical, regional, experimental, theatrical, political, intimate, and universal. In doing so, they embody the spirit of this year’s Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel Mondo: the creative power of Italian to imagine, interpret, provoke, and create.

Pieranna Garavaso is native Italian and came to the US to earn a PhD in Philosophy (at the U of Nebraska Lincoln). She taught Philosophy at the University of Minnesota Morris for 34 years. She was awarded the UMN Morris Alumni Association Teaching Award (2003), the Horace T. Morse Alumni Association Undergraduate Teaching Award (2004) and the UMN Morris Faculty Research Award (2017). Her areas of research include History of Analytic Philosophy, Philosophy of Mathematics, and Feminist Philosophies. She has published articles in Italian and English and authored, co-authored or edited several books; the last collection she has edited is the Bloomsbury Companion to Analytic Feminism (2018). As Emerita/retired she plans to devote more time to reading and discussing Italian literature.

In 2021, ICC was appointed Presidio Letterario of the Società Dante Alighieri (DA), one of the most important Italian institutions for the promotion and appreciation of Italian language and culture since 1889. ICC is now part of a network of cultural centers in Italy and abroad promoting events and initiatives related to Italian literature. Since 2009 DA has officially been part of the jury of Premio Strega, the most prestigious Italian literary award.