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

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

Cost: $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.

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.

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

Cost: $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.

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

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 2

Cost: $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.

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.

Cost: $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.