Associazione Italo Americana del Friuli Venezia Giulia

March 2012

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AIA-FVG / American Corner Trieste
MARCH 2012 NEWS

MARCH Here is our 31-day plan for a month that comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.

PLEASE NOTE: Starting this month, the Association will remain closed on Ariston Movie Nights from 4-8pm, we will be open in the morning from 10-12. This will free our volunteers up for seeing the movie and helping at the cinema. Thank you!

GUEST LECTURER – Dr. Eugene Richardson Jr., CIVIL RIGHTS and the ROLE of the TUSKEGEE AIRMEN –
Tuesday, February 28th, via Roma 15, 2:30 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Dr. Eugene Richardson, Jr. , a veteran Tuskegee Airman born in 1925, will speak on his experience as an Afro-American pilot in the Tuskegee Air Corps during World War II and the changes that later came about thanks to the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. It is a great honor to have Dr. Richardson with us. What a fitting conclusion to Black History Month. Don’t miss this opportunity!

CONVERSATIONS about the ECONOMY, via Roma 15, 6:15 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Your chance to speak live (in person or via Skype) with American business people. When will the recession end? What is a 401K? How is the real estate market going? US tax rates? Interest Rates? How are retail sales? Come ask REAL PEOPLE your questions and answer theirs, or just come to listen.
March 8th – March 29th - April 12th , 6:15pm, Aula Magna

THURSDAY ADULT COFFEE BREAK, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
March 8th, 10-noon - Monthly appointment for some coffee and clever conversation - in English naturalmente.

FRIDAY DOCUMENTARY SERIES, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This month the series is dedicated to WOMEN’s HISTORY MONTH. Join Michael for this series featuring high-achieving American women, and the role of women in U.S. history as they fought to end slavery, protect the poor, win the right to vote, as well as equal rights in education and employment.
March 3rd – History of Women’s Achievement in America, part 1 -from the colonies to the wild west
March 9th – part 2 – from female writers to female activists
March 16th –part 3, - from voting rights to civil rights Guest Lecturer: Karen Hartman -US Embassy Rome
March 23rd – part 4 – from women’s lib to secretary of state
March 30th – Amelia Earhart – Queen of the Air – the story of this great aviator and her mysterious disappearance

SATURDAY STORYTIME, via Roma 15, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
We’re back for 5 more Storytime dates after the Bora and Carnival. Our program for this year ends this month. In April you’ll all be outside enjoying the daffodils. Jennifer and our volunteer team of mother tongue Mommies / Daddies are keeping everybody engaged with stories, songs and crafts. Call the office and make a reservation. No stress, just fun. One family member must be a member. Not a member yet? Try it, you’ll like it.
March 3rd – Dream Big Little Pig
March 10th– The Incredible Book Eating Boy
March 17th – Weezer Changes the World – Guest Reader: Karen Hartman - US Embassy Rome
March 24th – That’s Good! That’s Bad!
March 31st – When Dinosaurs came with Everything

AMERICAN FILM SERIES IN ORIGINAL LANGUAGE AT THE ARISTON CINEMA
Show times: 2:00p.m., 4:00p.m., 6:30p.m. and 9:00p.m.
March 1st - Midnight in Paris, directed by Woody Allen
March 22nd – Ides of March, directed by George Clooney

*PLEASE NOTE: THE AIA OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MOVIE NIGHTS FROM 4-8PM. IT WILL REMAIN OPEN IN THE MORNING FROM 10-12.

MADE FOR EACH OTHER SERIES at CAPPELLA UNDERGROUND (now at Teatro Miela)
At the end of March, we conclude our series. Here are the final appointments of Comparative Pop Culture 101 with Prof. Leonardo Buonomo
March 5th – The Big Chill (1983 film) directed by Lawrence Kasdan
March 19th – Seinfeld (TV Series)
March 26th – Annie Hall (1977 film) directed by Woody Allen

AMERICAN COOKING SCHOOL
A foodie tour of the US without leaving Trieste. This initiative has been made possible thanks to the sponsorship of the US Embassy Rome and US Consulate Milan. El Paso: Tex-Mex was such a success (see mouth watering photos) that we will try to offer New Orleans: Cajun twice. We need a minimum of 10 students per class. The class on March 15th is already full. You can still register for the extra class on March 14th which will be confirmed once we have enough participants. Andrea, ESL teacher and professional chef, teaches a hands-on cooking course of US regional specialties. For Members Only. Dinner (prepared by you on-site) and recipes included! Come by the office to book and pay. Limited availability. More details on our blog.

LIBRARY NEWS On Saturday Storytime dates the library is open from 10:00 a.m. until noon.
COMING IN APRIL – Trieste USA 1945- 1954 – A Walking Tour.

SEE YOU AT THE ASSOCIATION IN MARCH!
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Via Roma 15, 34132 Trieste – Italy Hours: Monday thru Friday 4-8pm and Tuesday+Thursday 10-noon

Made for Each Other - Mondays at 8:30 p.m.

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Made for Each Other - 8:30 p.m.

Monday, February 27th "thirtysomething"

Monday, March 5th "The Big Chill"

Cappella Underground, Piazzale Duca degli Abruzzi, Trieste

Time for another lesson in Pop Culture 101 with Prof. Leonardo Buonomo.

The theme of the next 2 appointments in Baby Boomers come of age in the 80's. Enjoy!

Members only---not a member yet? No problem, become a member on movie night or pass by the Association.

Friday Documentary: When I Rise, Feb. 24th, 6 p.m.

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Our February series dedicated to Black History Month continues with the final documentary of the month:

When I Rise: Let your Voice Be Heard

Friday, February 24, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.

American Corner Trieste- Via Roma 15, Trieste

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The true story of Barbara Conrad Smith, a gifted mezzo soprano at the University of Texas in 1957. She found herself in the middle of a Civil Rights battle, when the University was forced by the Texas legislature to cancel her from the leading role because she was Afro-American. Ms. Conrad Smith went on to sing leading roles in major opera companies around the world including the Metropolitan Opera and the Vienna Opera. 73 minutes.

American Cooking School: New Orleans: Cajun

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American Cooking School is back with Lesson 2: New Orleans: Cajun

A gastronomic tour of the US without leaving Trieste.

The response to El Paso: Tex-Mex was so phenomenal that we will try to offer this course 2 evenings. Chef Andrea Tamburini will teach us to create the specialities of this unique city.

The course is held in ENGLISH and at the end of the lesson the participants will taste the special dishes that have been prepared.

The session scheduled for Thursday March 15th at 6 p.m. is already full.If we can get a minimum group of 10 people for a second session we will also offer it on Wednesday, March 14th, 6 p.m.

Cost: €45 per person, members only (not a member yet? no problem... you can still become one and enjoy all the other benefits of AIA FVG - cinema, library, programs, etc. Membership: €35 - adults, €25 - students, teachers, over 65).

Pass by the AIA FVG office to register and to pay prior to the course.

The address is the same as last time: Gastronomia Ludvig, Via Riccardo Zandodai, 8 - Trieste

Get ready for a fun evening and some fantastic food!

Vacation for Carnival

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Associazione Italo Americana FVG and American Corner Trieste will be closed for Carnevale on February 20th, 21st and 22nd. See you all back and rested up on Thursday!

Coming Up:

Friday Documentary: Continuing our spotlight on Black History Month: When I Rise - Friday February 24th at 6 p.m.

Saturday Storytime starts again on March 3rd.

Enjoy the vacation! E' Carnevale e Ogni Scherzo Vale!

Guest Speaker: February 28th, 2:30 p.m.

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The American Corner Trieste is so honored to host Dr. Eugene Richardson Jr., Tuskegee Airman, to speak about his experience as an Afro-American pilot in the Tuskegee Air Corps during World War II and the changes that came about thanks to the Civil Rights Movement in the US. This is a very fitting conclusion to Black History Month. Don't miss this opportunity!

WHEN: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2012

WHERE: AMERICAN CORNER TRIESTE- Via Roma 15, 34132-Trieste -Italy

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

After his military service, Dr. Richardson, continued his education, got a Doctorate in Education thanks to the GI Bill and became a school principal in Phildelphia. Now retired, Dr. Richardson visits schools around the country speaking of his experience and the Civil Rights Movement.

President Obama just paid tribute to the service of the Tuskegee Airmen, who were his guests of honor at the White House last month for the screening of the new film "Red Wings" by George Lucas starring Cuba Gooding Jr. Last week Dr. Richardson was the keynote speaker for Black History Month at Vanderbilt University. Here is a video about the visit of the Tuskegee Airmen to the White House.

Thursday, February 16th - Office Hours

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Due to staffing problems, our office will be open from 6-8 p.m. tonight. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Friday Documentary: February 17, 2012- 6 p.m.

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We continue our Friday Documentary Series with this month's focus on Black History Month.
Documentary: The Massachusetts 54th Colored Infantry
When: Friday, February 17, 2012, 6: p.m.
Where: American Corner Trieste -Via Roma 15 - Trieste
Join our very own Michael Stavros and Morgan Freeman (as narrator in the DVD) to learn real story of this heroic African American regiment in the Union army in the Civil War.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Now that the weather has improved, we hope to see you all there!

Tuesday Classes - 14/2/2012

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The Elementary Class and the Advanced Conversation Class are cancelled today because the teacher is sick. Sorry for the inconvience.

Carnage - at the Ariston Thursday

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Thursday is Movie Night at the Ariston!
What: Carnage (2011)
When: Thursday, Feb. 16th at 2, 4, 6:30 and 9 p.m.
Where: Cinema Ariston, Viale Romolo Gessi - Trieste - sponsored by Associazione Italo Americana FVG
Get out of your livingroom and into Jodi Foster's house. No excuses... the wind has died down. We haven't decided it it is a drama or a comedy. Anyway here is the story line: Two pairs of parents hold a cordial meeting after their sons are involved in a fight, though as their time together progresses, increasingly childish behavior throws the evening into chaos.
Director: Roman Polanski
Stars:Jodie Foster, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz, John C. Reilly
Not a member yet? No Problem. You can get your membership at the Ariston on movie night or in the AIA office any afternoon of the week.

NO STORYTIME TOMORROW

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SCHOOL IS CLOSED TOMORROW AND WHEN SCHOOLS CLOSE, SO DOES THE ASSOCIATION. STAY HOME AND STAY WARM!!! HUG THOSE BABIES TIGHT! IT'S FREEZING OUT THERE.

BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!

Made for Each Other -Monday, Feb. 13th

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The show will go on (unless public schools are closed). If the show is cancelled, we will update our blog and facebook.
For those of you who missed the very enjoyable blast from the past with Bewitched, here is another comedy about witches.
This week, Veronica Lake, the inspiration for Jessica Rabbit, does some witchcraft on Fredic March. I Married a Witch, 1942 classic film, was directed by René Clair.
When: Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Cappella Underground - P. Duca Degli Abruzzi.
Come on, you've got to get out of the house sooner or later! Join Leonardo Buonomo and the Associazione Italo Americana FVG for some retro fun and a Pop Culture 101 lesson.

Saturday Storytime: Feb. 11, 2012

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We're back with Storytime. We hope that the weather cooperates with us this week. If schools are closed, we will NOT have Storytime.

The story of the week is: Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak.

What: Saturday Storytime

When: Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30-11:30.

Where: American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Open to children age 0 -10 and their parents. Please call the office to reserve a space for your little one. (040 63 03 01)

The reader of the week is wonderful Lawrie. If we're lucky Joanne will join us with her beautiful voice!

Friday Documentary: The Tuskegee Airmen

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Continuing with our Series for Black History Month we have a special documentary this week.

The Tuskegee Airmen - WWII story of 450 black pilots who fought both the war in Europe and racism at home. PBS - 60 minutes.

When: Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 p.m.

Where: American Corner Trieste, via Roma 15 - Trieste

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Thursday Coffee Hour

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It's Coffee Time!

Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 10 a.m. - noon

Join us at the Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner Trieste for a cup of hot coffee, some warm hearts and some clever conversation (in English) .

Open to the Public

Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Made for Each Other - February 6, 2012

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Made for Each Other Continues with the Associazione Italo Americana FVG.

The theme for this couple is Witches (nothing scary though!)

Join Leonardo Buonomo for a lesson in Pop Culture 101.

Monday, February 6th - Bewitched (TV Series) winner of 4 Emmy Awards with Elizabeth Montgomery

Monday, February 13th - I Married A Witch (1942 film) directed by René Clair, nominated for 1 Oscar.

Get off the couch, put on an extra sweater and get a whiff of VERY fresh air!

Cappella Underground - Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi, 3 - 8:30 p.m.

American Cooking School - Tex-Mex

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What a fun evening! Here is the class picture of the El Paso: Tex-Mex course.

Everybody had a great time, learned some new recipes, some professional secrets, practiced some English....plus the food was FANTASTIC! It was just spicy enough for us to battle a cold Bora filled evening!

Thanks to Andrea and all of our diligent students. Keep studying, the final exam is in your own kitchen with your friends and family!

Next Lesson: New Orleans: Cajun - March 15, 2012.

Click here for more photos. Olé Here is another set of photos from Gastronomia Ludvig.

NO STORYTIME THIS WEEK!

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STAY HOME AND STAY WARM! SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

February 2012 - Newsletter

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AIA-FVG / American Corner Trieste
FEBRUARY 2012 NEWS

FEBRUARY – An extra day of fun this Leap Year!
We get an extra day of fun this February and there is an activity for each age group! Join us for American Cooking School, Black History Month, Storytime, Coffee Break or the Cinema…of course, English classes continue too.

CARNIVAL VACATION
Our Office / Library will be closed on February 20th, 21st 22nd for Carnival. No library or office services on these dates. Elementary, Middle School and High School classes will not be held. Adults – please talk to your teacher.

BAKE SALE!
To Bake? or To Buy? That is the question. Thanks to all who participated either by baking or buying our yummy creations. We collected €180 in donations which go towards purchasing supplies for Storytime and special activities in the Association.

THURSDAY ADULT COFFEE BREAK, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 9th, 10-noon - Monthly appointment for some coffee and clever conversation - in English naturalmente.

FRIDAY DOCUMENTARY SERIES, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This month the series is dedicated to BLACK HISTORY MONTH. Join Michael for these special documentaries.
February 3rd– Dreams of Obama – Interviews with the people closest to President Obama before he took office.
February 10th– The Tuskegee Airmen – WW II story of 450 black pilots who fought both in Europe and Asia.
February 17th The Massachusetts 54th Colored Division – Heroic division of African Americans in the Civil War
February 24th – When I Rise – A black soprano is cast to co-star with a white male, causing racial backlash in Texas

SATURDAY STORYTIME, via Roma 15, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
We are all having a great time at Storytime. Jennifer and our volunteer team of mother tongue Mommies / Daddies are keeping everybody engaged with stories, songs and crafts. Call the office and make a reservation. Only 2 appointments in February (due to Carnival vacations and related post-Carnival recovery period!) No stress, just fun. One family member must be a member. Not a member yet? Try it, you’ll like it. The complete schedule and details are on our blog. Check out our Bunny Hop Video and Photos from Duck!Rabbit!
February 4th – The Best Pet of All
February 11th – Where the Wild Things Are

AMERICAN FILM SERIES IN ORIGINAL LANGUAGE AT THE ARISTON CINEMA
Carnage, directed by Roman Polanski
Thursday, February 16th at 2:00p.m., 4:00p.m., 6:30p.m. and 9:00p.m.

MADE FOR EACH OTHER SERIES at CAPPELLA UNDERGROUND (now at Teatro Miela)
February 6th – Bewitched (TV series – winner of 3 Emmy awards)– 8:30 p.m.
February 13th – I Married a Witch (1942 film nominated for 1 Oscar) – 8:30 p.m.
Join Leonardo Buonomo for a lesson in Comparative Pop Culture at the highest level. Your membership card is valid for this series.

AMERICAN COOKING SCHOOL
A foodie tour of the US without leaving Trieste. This initiative has been made possible thanks to the sponsorship of the US Embassy Rome and US Consulate Milan. Andrea, ESL teacher and professional chef teaches a hands-on cooking course of US regional specialties: El Paso: Tex-Mex, New Orleans: Cajun, L.A.: California Fusion. For Members Only. Dinner (prepared by you on-site) and recipes included! Come by the office to book and pay. Limited availability. More details on our blog. Tex-Mex (all spaces filled) is on February 2nd. We are now accepting registration for New Orleans: Cajun (March 15th).

LIBRARY NEWS On Saturday Storytime dates the library is open from 10:00 a.m. until noon.

SEE YOU AT THE ASSOCIATION IN FEBRUARY!

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Saturday Storytime - The Best Pet of All

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Saturday Storytime continues with The Best Pet of All by David LaRochelle. The question of the week is: Is it better to have a dog or a dinosaur as a pet?

Saturday, February 4, 2012, 10:30 a.m.at Associazione Italo Americana FVG /American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Join us for a story, a song, and activity... in English of course. Lawrie and Joanne will be our volunteers of the week.

Call the office to reserve a space for your little one.

Friday Documentary -Dreams of Obama

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The first in our Friday Documentaries dedicated to Black History Month.

Friday, February 3rd at 6:00 p.m.

American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 -Trieste

Open to the Public

Interviews with those closest to Barack Obama before his inauguration in January 2009. PBS - 60 minutes

Il Piccolo - Our Super Chef

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Check out the Piccolo today (January 31, 2012).

Andrea Tamburini is featured on page 36 for the American Cooking School - Associazione Italo Americana FVG

School starts on Thursday, February 2nd with Tex-Mex. Response has been fantastic and the first course is already full. We have a waiting list and will reschedule another sessions of Tex-Mex in the future after we see how the first course goes.

In order to participate in the courses, you must be a member of AIA-FVG (Not a member yet? No problem. Membership is €35 for regular memberships and €25 for teachers, students + 65). Membership includes the Ariston and Cappella Underground Film Series, Storytime, Use of our Lending Library and much more).

Upcoming lessons after Lesson 1 El Paso - Tex-Mex will be:

New Orleans - Cajun - March 15, 2012

L.A. - California Fusion - May 10, 2012

Black History Month

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February is Black History Month at the American Corner Trieste. The Friday Documentaries for the month are:

Feb. 2nd - Dreams of Obama - Interviews with those closest to Obama before he took office in 2009

Feb. 10th - Tuskegee Airmen - The first group of black fighter pilots in WWII. The fought both racism and the war.

Feb. 17th - Massachusetts 54th Colored Division - The real story of the heroic African American regiment in the Union army in the Civil War.

Feb. 24th - When I Rise - Barbara Smith Conrad, talented Afro-American mezzo soprano in 1957, becomes the center of a civil rights battle at the University of Texas when she is cast to star in a university production with a white male opera singer.

SHOWTIME: Fridays at 6 p.m. at the American Corner Trieste / Associazione Italo Americana FVG, Via Roma 15 - Trieste

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Busy Place on Saturday!

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What a busy place on Saturday! Storytime with Joanne and Lawrie, Skyping with the Italian Class at Windows on America Dnipropetrovsk (Ukraine), Igor's Photo session with Andrea Tamburini our American Chef, Computer work with Igor, Paperwork with Luisella, lots of book and DVD check-outs too! Check our Facebook site for the video of "Ten in the Bed, Roll Over" and more Photos.

Come and see us next Saturday when we have another Storytime - The Best Pet of All!

Saturday Storytime- Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

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Saturday Storytime - Saturday, January 28, 2012- 10:30-11:30

Story of the Week: Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

At: American Corner Trieste / Associazione Italo Americana FVG - Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Join us for our weekly appointment - a story, a song, a craft. The reader of the week is our super fun volunteer Lawrie. Please call to reserve a space for your little one. (040 63 03 01)

Storytime - The Bunny Hop and Photos

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Storytime with Dario on Saturday was lots of fun. Here is the video of the our Bunny Hop Dance to the 1950's Big Band Song that we did to accompany Duck! Rabbit!
Next week: "Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes" with our expert Mother Tongue - Lawrie! Call the office to reserve your space (040 63 03 01) Here is a link to the photos of Saturday, January 21, 2012.

Friday Documentary: Taste of Freedom - Carnival in the US and Taste of Trieste

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Friday Documentary Series: Friday January 27, 2012, 6:00 p.m.

At: American Corner Trieste / Associazione Italo Americana FVG, Via Roma 15 - Trieste

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Our focus on American food culture continues with the last documentary on food. Burt Wolf's PBS Series - Taste of Freedom - Carnival in America and Taste of Trieste.

Explore food traditions in the US. The second episode explores food traditions in Trieste (in English). This special episode was not released in the US. Michael, our volunteer, will lead the discussion afterwards.

If this leaves your mouth watering, join our American Cooking School - Lesson 1: El Paso- Tex-Mex. February 2, 2012.

Next month - Focus on Black History Month -

Feb. 3rd - Dreams of Obama, Feb. 10th - Tuskegee Airmen, Feb. 17th - Massachusettes 54th Colored Division, Feb. 24th - When I Rise.

BAKE SALE THURSDAY!!

2012-01-23T00:57:00.000-08:00

CALLING ALL BAKERS!! WE NEED YOU!

Please make tasty treats for our annual fundraiser. Call to let us know and we will put you on the list. Please wrap your treats in a way we can easily sell them (for cookies, put two or three together, for example).

Treats will be sold for the last two showings of the movies at the Ariston on Thursday. We will start set-up after the 4pm show.

If you're not baking, please come and buy!

Thank you!

American Film Series:Super 8

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WHAT: Super 8

American Cinema Series of Associazione Italo Americana FVG

WHEN: Thursday, January 26, 2012

SHOWTIMES: 2, 4, 6:30 9 p.m.

WHERE: Cinema Ariston, Viale Romolo Gessi - Trieste

Here is a summary of this 2011 film directed by JJ Abrams and produced by Steven Speilberg

In the summer of 1979, a group of friends in a small Ohio town witness a catastrophic train crash while making a super 8 movie and soon suspect that it was not an accident. Shortly after, unusual disappearances and inexplicable events begin to take place in town, and the local Deputy tries to uncover the truth - something more terrifying than any of them could have imagined.

Members only...not a member yet? No problem. You can get your membership card in our office or on Ariston film night. Euro 25 for students, teachers, over 65 and Euro 35 for the rest of us. Your membership card is valide for the Ariston series, Made for Each Other at the Cappella Underground, use of our library and much more!

We will have a Bake Sale in the lobby of the Ariston before the movie. Donate some homemade specialties in single serving portions. The funds support our library and extra activities.

American Cooking School - Feb. 2 - El Paso -Tex-Mex

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Click directly on the flyer to get a better view. Limited spaces available! The menu (subject to change according availability of fresh ingredients) foresees: Cheesy Potato Skins with Nacho Salad, Corn Chowder with Pico de Gallo, Chili con Carne, Cinnamon Ice Cream Chimichangas with Chocolate Tequila Salsa. Of course no Tex-Mex meal without Margaritas and beer would be complete! Come by the office to reserve your place!

Friday Documentary - January 20, 2011

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In January, the Friday Documentary Series continues with a focus on American Food.

Join Michael each Friday at 6:00 p.m. American Corner Trieste in Via Roma 15 - Trieste for the Friday Documentary Series.

Open to the Public.

Upcoming documentaries are:

20/01/12 The Meaning of Food: part 2

27/01/12 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom-part 1 Carnival in the US, part 2 Trieste Food Heritage

Saturday Storytime Pictures

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We all had a great time with "Stretch", plus we got to Move it Move it a little bit. Here is the link to the photos from Saturday, January 14th at the Associazione Italo Americana FVG /American Corner Trieste, Via Roma 15 - Trieste.

Join us next Saturday (January 21st from 10:30 - 11:30) for Duck! Rabbit! with Dario, our Daddy Tongue volunteer father (and not to mention fantastic musician). Call to make a reservation for your children (just so we know how many to expect). tle: 040 63 03 01.

Thanks to all our participants and our volunteers (Jennifer, Gerardo, Denise).

Made for Each Other - January 16th and 23rd

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Made for Each Other is back with 2 more Companion TV series / movies. The topic of the month is family.

Family -Monday, January 16th. The seventies series following the Lawrence family and their in-house drama. Winner of 4 Emmy Awards.

Ordinary People - Monday, January 23rd. Starring Mary Tyler Moore, Donald Sutherland and Hutton. Directed by Robert Redford. Winner of 4 Academy Awards including Best Picture.

Join Leonardo Buonomo for some Pop Culture 101. Each film is followed by a commentary to put things into perspective.

Get off the couch and get to the Cappella Underground. Films start at 8:30 p.m.

Not a member yet? No problem...Get your membership card directly at the Cappella Underground on film night. Remember that your membership is valid also for the Film Series at the Ariston, use of the library, Storytime and much more. (Membership: €25 for students, teachers, over 65, €35 for regular membership).

JANUARY 2012 Newsletter

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AIA-FVG / American Corner Trieste
JANUARY 2012 NEWS

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Whatever your New Year’s resolutions are, the Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner can help. Make 2012 your best year ever by taking advantage of our outstanding resources, courses, cinema series, friendly faces and events. Plus, you’ll be saving money! We’ve got a fun year planned for everyone and a few surprises up our sleeves. Not a member yet? You can join at any time.

INTENSIVE ENGLISH
Make a New Year’s resolution to brush up your rusty English and brighten up some dreary winter evenings. Intensive courses start in February. More details will be posted on our blog.

BAKE SALE!
January 26th for the showing of Super 8 at the Ariston, we will hold a Bake Sale to get some donations for our activities. Please help us out and bring some of your baked goods to the Ariston on film day. Contact the office to confirm.

THURSDAY ADULT COFFEE BREAK, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
January 12th, 10-noon
Have a cup of java, tell us what you did during the holidays – in English naturalmente.

FRIDAY DOCUMENTARY SERIES, via Roma 15, 6:00 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This month the series is dedicated to American Food Culture. Join Michael for a foodie tour of the US and don’t gain a pound (or a kilogram, depending on how you think about it).
January 13th – The Meaning of Food Life, Culture, Family – Part 1
January 20th – The Meaning of Food Life, Culture, Family – Part 1
January 27th – Burt Wolf: Taste of Freedom, - Part 1 - Carnival in the US, Part 2 –Trieste’s Food

SATURDAY STORYTIME, via Roma 15, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Our favorite winter series is back! Saturday mornings through April, bring your children or grandchildren ages 0 -10 to Storytime. Jennifer and our volunteer team of mother tongue Mommies and Daddies will delight us with modern children’s classics selected for the annual White House Easter/Spring Lawn Party. Each story is followed by a related activity. Call the office and make a reservation . A great way to get your children interested in English – no stress, just fun. We ask that one family member be a member. Not a member yet? Try it out once and see if you like it. Would you like to read aloud? Give us a call and we’ll get you on the list! The complete schedule and details are on our blog.
January 14th - Stretch
January 21st – Duck! Rabbit!
January 28th – Ten Little Fingers, Ten Little Toes

AMERICAN FILM SERIES IN ORIGINAL LANGUAGE AT THE ARISTON CINEMA
Super 8, directed by J.J. Abrams
Thursday, January 26th at 2:00p.m., 4:00p.m., 6:30p.m. and 9:00p.m.

MADE FOR EACH OTHER SERIES at CAPPELLA UNDERGROUND (now at Teatro Miela)
January 16th – Family (TV series- winner of 4 Emmy Awards) – 8:30 p.m.
January 23rd – Ordinary People (1980 film – winner of 4 Oscars) – 8:30 p.m.
The new location has brought a great group of regulars to the series! Join Leonardo Buonomo for a lesson in Comparative Pop Culture at the highest level. Your membership card is valid for this series.

AMERICAN COOKING SCHOOL
Take a foodie tour of the US without leaving Trieste. Andrea, our very own Renaissance man: ESL teacher and professional chef will teach a hands on cooking course for the preparation of the regional specialties of: El Paso, New Orleans, and New York. For Members Only. The cost is: €30 per lesson (including an apron). Dinner (prepared by you on-site plus an AIA – FVG apron) and recipes included! Come by the office to book and pay. Limited availability. More details on our blog. First lesson: February 2nd – El Paso Tex-Mex

LIBRARY NEWS
Santa brought us a new automated Library Check-Out System. Be patient with us during our learning period. Look for lots of new books and DVD’s. On Saturday Storytimes the library will be open from 10:00 a.m. until noon.

SEE YOU AT THE ASSOCIATION IN JANUARY!

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Via Roma 15, 34132 Trieste – Italy Hours: Monday thru Friday 4-8pm and Tuesday+Thursday 10-noon

Thursday Coffee Hour

2012-01-02T08:44:00.000-08:00

When the holidays are over, we'll be back with our wonderful java jive. The next Thursday Coffee Hour is scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2012 from 10 - noon. Via Roma 15, Trieste at the Associazione Italo Americana FVG /American Corner Trieste

Bring a smile and your clever conversation (in English, naturalmente). Tell us what you did during your holiday vacation... or your new diet idea for losing those extra pounds.

Open to the public.

Friday Documentary Series Continues

2012-01-02T08:31:00.000-08:00

In January, the Friday Documentary Series focuses on American Food Culture. Join Michael each Friday at 6:00 p.m. in Via Roma 15 - Trieste for the Friday Documentary Series. Open to the Public. The documentaries for January are:

AMERICAN FOOD CULTURE
13/01/12 The Meaning of Food:Life, Culture, Family part 1
20/01/12 The Meaning of Food: part 2
27/01/12 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom-part 1 Carnival in the US, part 2 Trieste

Get Ready for Saturday Storytime - Starting January 14th

2012-01-02T07:20:00.000-08:00

Enjoy the rest of the holidays, but mark your calendars for January 14th! We can start taking reservations on Monday, January 9th. This is a fun, no-stress way to get your children age 0 - 10 speaking English (if they already speak English, it is just plain fun!)

Try it you'll like it. For your first time, you don't have to be a member. If you continue, we ask that one member of the family become a member of AIA FVG (€25 for students, teachers and over 65, €35 for regular memberships). Membership includes the film series, use of our library, invitations to our special events.

The library is open for check-outs on Saturday Storytime Mornings.

2011-12-22T09:04:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays! We're closed from December 23rd until January 8th.

See you on Monday January 9, 2012 from 4-8 p.m.

Carol of the Bells

2011-12-15T22:21:00.000-08:00

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Associazione Italo Americana had some special guests from the Frontier Bible College of Wyoming. They delighted our classes with their Christmas carols! Listen to the Carol of the Bells.

Happy Holidays!

Our office will be closed from December 23rd until January 8th. See you again in 2012!

Friday Documentary - December 16, 2011

2011-12-13T08:51:00.000-08:00

Our last documentary before the Christmas vacation.

Friday, December 16, 2011 6 p.m.

American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 Trieste

Open to the Public

Walt Disney World takes viewers on a behind-the-scenes tour of the ingenious technology and incredible engineering feats that went into building the 27000 acre complex. 100 minutes

Adult Coffee Hour and Cookie Exchange

2011-12-09T06:09:00.000-08:00

Thursday is Adult Coffee Break Time. If you are a baker... warm up your oven! It is also Cookie Exchange Day.

Thursday, December 15, 2011 - 10-noon
American Corner Trieste - via Roma 15 - Trieste
Adult Coffee Break is our monthly appointment to catch up on some clever English conversation. Coffee Break is always OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. If would like a cup of coffee, it costs just €0.50.
Cookie Exchange is an American tradition. You bake 6 dozen cookies and individually wrap them 1 dozen per package. You go home with a mixture of 6 dozen cookies made by our other bakers. This is a fun way to get a variety of cookies without all the work of baking 6 dozen different types.
See you Thursday!

Made For Each Other - Monday, December 12, 2011, 8:30 p.m.

2011-12-07T02:32:00.000-08:00

Made for Each Other continues.
What fun and what a crowd for Glee! Thank you Leonardo and Kyle Scott, Consul General US Consulate Milan.

This week's show is FAME - the original 1980 version - winner of 2 Oscars.

Monday, December 12, 2011, 8:30 p.m.
Cappella Underground, Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi 3 - Trieste

Leonardo Buonomo, Professor of American Studies, and American TV / Movie lover will give us some American Pop Culture to the max. His Comparative TV / Movie discussion follows the film. Last week we projected Glee.

Bring your membership card. Not a member yet? No problem... become a member either in the Association (Monday to Friday 4-8 and Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10-12) or at the Cappella Underground before the show.

Membership is Euro 25 for Students, Teachers, Over 65 and Euro 35 for all the rest of us. Members also can attend the American Cinema Series at the Ariston, use our library, participate in our activities. What a great deal! What a great (and inexpensive) gift for your children, grandchildren, friends, spouse, mom.

Here is the complete listing of the upcoming Made For Each Other shows (back in January)

Monday , January 16, 2012: Family (TV series), winner of 4 Emmy awards
Monday, January 23, 2012: Ordinary People (1980), dir. Robert Redford, winner of 4 Oscars

Monday, February 6, 2012: Bewitched (TV series), winner of 3 Emmy awards
Monday, February 13, 2012: I Married a Witch (1942), dir. René Clair, nominated for 1 Oscar

Monday,February 27, 2012: Thirtysomething (TV series), winner of 13 Emmy awards
Monday, March 5, 2012: The Big Chill (1983), dir. Lawrence Kasdan, nominated for 3 Oscars

Monday, March 19, 2012: Seinfeld (TV series), winner of 10 Emmy awards
Monday, March 26, 2012: Annie Hall (1977), dir. Woody Allen, winner of 4 Oscars

Kyle Scott, US Consul General of Milan visits AIA FVG- American Corner Trieste

2011-12-06T08:07:00.000-08:00

Yesterday, December 5, 2011, we had a very special guest in our office.

Kyle Scott, US Consul General of the Milan Consulate, paid us a special visit to see our Library and meet our Volunteers and some of our Board Members. Mr. Scott was accompanied by Robert Palladino, Public Affairs Officer of the Milan Consulate and Simonetta Romagnolo.

Here are more photos of his visit.

The Consul General also welcomed the public at our Made for Each Other Series at the Cappella Underground.

Thank you! You rock (as some of our board members say)! We hope to welcome you back to Trieste soon!

Friday Documentary

2011-12-05T07:33:00.001-08:00

Thomas A. Edison, Father of Invention

Friday, December 9, 2011, 6 p.m.

At American Corner Trieste - via Roma 15, 34132 Trieste

Without the success of his innovative and groundbreaking inventions, modern-day life as we know it would be wholly unimaginable.

His inventions included the light bulb, phonograph, movie camera amd literally transformed the way the world functioned. Learn the behind the scenes stories of his life and his 1,093 patents. (50 min.)

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Cookie Fest, Santa and American Cookie School

2011-12-04T03:01:00.000-08:00

Cookie Fest, Santa Claus and American Cookie School! Click here to see all the photos.

Thanks to everybody for a great time. Extra special thanks go to Santa for paying us a special visit to to Pamela, our American super chef for her excellent cookie demonstrations.

The cookies that you all brought were fantastic. Next year we'll enroll more of you for demonstrations!

Now that you have lots of new recipes, Ladies and gentleman....Warm up your ovens! The next Christmas event is our Cookie Exchange on Thursday, December 15th from 10-noon during our Adult Coffee Hour. Bring 6 dozen homemade cookies or candies (wrapped 1 dozen per package) and take home a mixture of 6 dozen cookies made by our other bakers! This traditional American exchange gives you the chance to have a nice variety of holiday cookies without having to make them all yourself.

Thank You "Il Piccolo"

2011-12-03T06:09:00.000-08:00

We had a fantastic article in Il Piccolo on Friday December 2, 2011 (page 38 and 39). Our Thanksgiving turkey was the star of the show!

Made for Each Other - December 5, 2011

2011-12-01T06:55:00.001-08:00

Made for Each Other (fatto uno per l'altra) starts on Monday, December 5th, 8:30 p.m. at the Cappella Underground (now located at the Teatro Miela in Piazza Duca degli Abruzzi - Trieste) .

American Pop Culture to the max! Join us as Leonardo Buonomo, American Studies Professor and the President of AIA FVG, pairs American TV shows and Classic films on the same theme (in original version). Each show includes a comparative TV - film lecture as well! The first show of the series is the TV show GLEE. Follow the fun and drama of a high school glee club. The companion film the following week (December 12th) is FAME - the classic film from the 1980's.

FOR THIS FILM ONLY, YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A MEMBER. Try it, You'll like it!

Your membership card is valid also for this series. Not a member yet? You can still become one! Come to our office Monday to Friday 4-8 p.m. or Tuesday and Thursday morning 10-noon. In addition, you can purchase your membership card at theater before showtime. Membership is: €25 for students, teachers and + 65 or €35 for regular memberships. Membership entitles you to attend our American Film Series at the Ariston, Made for Each Other at the Cappella Underground, use of our library (10,000 books, 1,000 DVD's, American Magazines) and our newsletter listing all of our monthly activities.

Here is the complete list:

Monday, December 5, 2011: Glee (TV series), winner of 4 Emmy awards

Monday, December 12, 2011: Fame (1980), dir. Alan Parker, winner of 2 Oscars

Monday , January 16, 2012: Family (TV series), winner of 4 Emmy awards

Monday, January 23, 2012: Ordinary People (1980), dir. Robert Redford, winner of 4 Oscars

Monday, February 6, 2012: Bewitched (TV series), winner of 3 Emmy awards

Monday, February 13, 2012: I Married a Witch (1942), dir. René Clair, nominated for 1 Oscar

Monday,February 27, 2012: Thirtysomething (TV series), winner of 13 Emmy awards

Monday, March 5, 2012: The Big Chill (1983), dir. Lawrence Kasdan, nominated for 3 Oscars

Monday, March 19, 2012: Seinfeld (TV series), winner of 10 Emmy awards

Monday, March 26, 2012: Annie Hall (1977), dir. Woody Allen, winner of 4 Oscars

Thanksgiving Photos

2011-11-28T03:03:00.000-08:00

Thank you for joining us for Thanksgiving! If you are American and couldn't make it, we hope that you enjoyed a celebration at home to keep up the tradition. P.S. enjoy the leftovers.
What a lovely evening.
Click here to see more photos.

Cookie Fest and Santa Visit

2011-11-28T02:29:00.001-08:00

Cookie Fest and Santa Visit!

When: Friday, December 2, 2011 - 5-7 p.m.

Where: Associazione Italo Americana FVG/American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 -Trieste - tel: 040 63 03 01

Bring some holiday cheer and some Christmas cookies! Join us for this annual event. Open to the Public.

Please share your favorite holiday cookies with us .... and remember to share the recipe too!

Cookies --Cooking Demonstrations --Santa Visit--Photos with Santa --Activities for Kids

Winter's Bone at the Ariston - December 1st

2011-11-23T20:22:00.001-08:00

The American Film Series in original version continues with:

Film: Winter's Bone

Where: Cinema Ariston, viale Romolo Gessi - Trieste

When: Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 2, 4, 6:30 and 9 p.m.

An unflinching Ozark Mountain girl hacks through dangerous social terrain as she hunts down her drug-dealing father while trying to keep her family intact.
Director: Debra Granik
Stars: Jennifer Lawrence, John Hawkes and Garret Dillahunt

If you don't have your membership card yet, you can purchase it directly at the Cinema on film night or in the office. Remember that your card is also valid for the Made for Each Other Series that starts on December 5th with Glee at the Cappella Underground (Miela Theater) at 8:30 p.m.

OFFICE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

2011-11-23T05:59:00.001-08:00

We will be open from 10-12 on Thursday but closed in the afternoon. Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday Documentary -Dedicated to Thanksgiving

2011-11-22T14:34:00.000-08:00

This week our Friday Documentary Series is dedicated to Thanksgiving!

Friday, November 25, 2011, 6:00 p.m.

American Corner Trieste - Via Roma 15 -Trieste

First Burt Wolf will explain Thanksgiving traditions from Williamsburg, Virginia in a perfect colonial setting: Burt Wolf: Taste of Freedom, Thanksgiving

Then America's Test Kitchen will teach us how to prepare Turkey and Dressing.

Open to the Public! Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Reservation Deadline TODAY!

2011-11-18T01:11:00.000-08:00

Dont forget that today is the last day to make your reservations for Thanksgiving Dinner at the Bottega del Vino.
Come by the office - Via Roma 15 - Trieste or call - 040 63 03 01 during office hours - (This afternoon from 4- 8 p.m.)

Don't get left out. We cannot accept any reservations after November 18th ... sorry.
The cost is: Euro 40 for adults and Euro 15 for children up to age 12.

Friday Documentary: True Whispers - November 18th, 6 p.m.

2011-11-15T00:10:00.000-08:00

Friday Documentary: True Whispers: The Story of the Navajo Code Talkers

Date: Friday, November 18, 2011, 6:00 p.m.

Where: American Corner Trieste / Associazione Italo Americana FVG

via Roma 15 - Trieste

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Exploring the personal and heartfelt story of the Navajo Code Talkers, this program tells the stories of the young Navajo men recruited from harsh government boarding schools into the Marines during World War II. From 1942-1945, the Code Talkers devised an unbreakable code in their native language and transmitted vital messages in the midst of combat against the Japanese.

Film: The Kids are All Right -Nov. 17th

2011-11-14T23:44:00.000-08:00

30th American Film Series in Original Version

Film: The Kids are All Right

At: Cinema Ariston, via Romolo Gessi

When: Thursday, November 17, 2011 - 14, 16, 18:30, 21

Starring: Annette Bening and Julianne Moore

Directed by: Lisa Cholodenko

The Kids Are All Right is an entertaining slice-of-life domestic drama about two kids who look up their sperm-donor father, causing cataclysmic changes in the family dynamic. Not a unique premise save that the parents of the kids happen to be lesbians.

You can purchase your membership either directly at the Ariston before the film or in the office in Via Roma 15.

Thanksgiving Dinner, November 24, 2011

2011-11-07T22:25:00.000-08:00

THANKSGIVING:
This traditional turkey dinner is a fundraiser for the Association. Spread the word. Seating is limited and must be reserved and paid for by November 18.
WHEN: November 24, 2011, 8:00p.m.
WHERE: Bottega del Vino, Courtyard of San Giusto Castle
Cost: Euro 40 for Adults and Euro 15 for children (up to 12 years old)
Reservations: Pass by the Association, make your reservation, pay, get your receipt.
DEADLINE: November 18

November Newsletter

2011-11-05T03:40:00.000-07:00

AIA-FVG / American Corner Trieste
November 2011 NEWS

We LOVE November. Gobble gobble! The Association turns 50 (don’t we look young??) and Thanksgiving is coming up. Boy, do we have LOTS to be thankful for this year… Here’s what’s happening in November.

THANKSGIVING: This traditional turkey dinner is a fundraiser for the Association. Spread the word. Seating is limited and must be reserved and paid for by November 18.
November 24, 2011, 8:00p.m. Bottega del Vino, Courtyard of San Giusto Castle
Cost: Euro 40 for Adults and Euro 15 for children (up to12 years old)
Reservations: Pass by the Association, make your reservation, pay, get your receipt.
DEADLINE: November 18

TGI THURSDAY – Adult Coffee Hour, Via Roma 15
November 10, 2011 10a.m.-noon
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy some English conversation. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

2ND Annual Saturday Game Day in the Library
November 12th , 4 – 7 p.m.
Something for all ages and styles…Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, Candyland, Twister, Wii Sports and any other game you want to bring! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

FRIDAY DOCUMENTARY, Via Roma 15, 6 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Nov. 4th - Italians in America – Our Contribution
Nov. 11th – Proud to Serve – Men and Women of the US Army
Nov. 18th – True Whispers – The story of Navajo CodeTalkers
Nov. 25th – Burt Wolf – Taste of Freedom Thanksgiving plus America’s Test Kitchen – Turkey

AMERICAN FILM SERIES IN ORIGINAL LANGUAGE AT THE ARISTON CINEMA
THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT (2010) - Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 2:00p.m., 4:00p.m., 6:30p.m. and 9:00p.m.

Library News
We have just received our new books and DVD’s for the year. There is something for everyone: The Help, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, Freedom and lots of children’s books. As we get things catalogued, they go on the shelves! DVD’s include Herbie the Love Bug, all of the movies from last year’s film series and much much more!

50th Anniversary News
We are proud to announce that the Association has received a generous grant from the US Government to support 50th anniversary associations including cooking classes and the America in Trieste walking tour, which will debut this month for Association volunteers and Robert Palladino, the US Consulate’s new Public Affairs Officer.

Upcoming events
Cookie Fest and Santa Visit– This event is on Friday, December 2nd from 5-7 p.m. Get ready!

SEE YOU AT YHE ASSOCIATION IN NOVEMBER!

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Via Roma 15, 34132 Trieste – 040 63 03 01 Hours: Monday-Friday 4-8pm and Tuesday, Thursday 10-12am

Thursday Coffee Time - Nov. 10, 2011 -10-noon

2011-11-05T03:16:00.000-07:00

It's Thursday Coffee Time this week from 10-noon.
Join us in Via Roma 15 at the Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner Trieste for some clever conversation (in English naturally), a cup of coffee and a piece of cake.
Bring a friend...practice your English, or just come to speak English because you're a little homesick.
Open to the Public.

International Game Day- Nov. 12, 2011, 4-7 p.m.

2011-11-03T11:34:00.001-07:00

International Game Day in the Library

Saturday, November 12, 2011- 4- 7 p.m.

Join the American Corner Trieste Paolo Bearz Library for International Game Day in the Library. Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Over 1,700 libraries around the world are celebrating community and fun for all ages.

Get together a team and come on down: Scrabble, Scrabble Jr, Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Battleship, Candyland, Twister, Wii Sport, Checkers, Chess, Puzzles. If there is a game that you like that's not on the list... bring it with you!

We've got something for all ages. Plus there are snacks and prizes.

Friday Documentary: November 4, 2011, 6 p.m.

2011-10-31T03:24:00.000-07:00

Our immigration series continues at the American Corner Trieste in Via Roma 15 - Trieste at 6 p.m. with: Italians in America-Our Contribution

A look at the contributions that Italians have made to American culture and society. This film honors the accomplishments of Italians in America. Interviews with diverse celebrities such as Pat Cooper, Robert Loggia, Geraldine Ferraro, Jack Scalia, Tommy Lasorda , Joe Paterno and Gay Talese. 105 minutes

November Documentaries include:
VETERAN'S DAY 11/11/11 Proud to Serve-Men and Women of the US Army
NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH 18/11/11 True Whispers-The story of the Navajo code talkers.
THANKSGIVING 25/11/11 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom "Thanksgiving" and America's Test Kitchen - Thanksgiving Turkey

Friday Documentary - Nov. 11, 2011, 6 pm

2011-10-30T12:17:00.000-07:00

In honor of Veterans Day, the American Corner Trieste will project: Proud to Serve: A salute the men and women who dedicate their lives to the United States military.

This program profiles the camaraderie and pride shared among those in combat and illustrates the lives of those who work behind the scenes such as clerks, translators, and mechanics. Interviews include veteran and former Senator Bob Dole, basketball star and Army brat Shaquille O'Neal, veteran and "G.I. Joe" creator Don Levine, POW Jessica Lynch and many others. 60 minutes. Open to the public.

Upcoming November documentaries include:

NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH 18/11/11 True Whispers-The story of the Navajo code talkers.

THANKSGIVING 25/11/11 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom "Thanksgiving" and America's Test Kitchen - Thanksgiving Turkey

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-30T11:26:00.001-07:00

What a fantastic party we had! Thanks ghosts, goblins, witches and especially to the entire volunteer group!

Here is the link to the photos of the event. The Haunted Room was awesome - thank you Jennifer and the IST teachers for your hard work. The zombie eyes, monster nails were fun, but the best part was the spooky music and the adult witches manning the squirt bottles! Maggie and Janine, you are the best pumpkin carvers in the world!

Closed for Ponte (Vacation) Nov 1-2-3

2011-10-26T01:15:00.000-07:00

November 1-2-3, 2011 we will be closed for the vacation (Nov. 1st and San Giusto). No courses, no office, no library.

See you on Friday! Enjoy the ponte (3 day vacation)!

Halloween Party - for Children - Oct. 28, 2011,6-8 p.m.

2011-10-23T01:25:00.000-07:00

Hey all you little ghosts and goblins!

Don't forget our Halloween Party! Pumpkins, Witches, Ghosts, Games. Plus a really spooky Haunted Room!

Friday, October 28th, 6- 8 p.m.

Associazione Italo Americana FVG - Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Please call to make a reservation.

A 5 Euro donation per family is requested.Fun, fun, fun and a little scary too (but not too much). Call the office to reserve 040 63 03 01.

The Conspirator - October 27, 2011 -2:00, 4:00,6:30, 9:00 p.m.

2011-10-21T23:48:00.000-07:00

Don't miss THE CONSPIRATOR, the 1st film in our 31st American Film Series in Original Version

Showtimes: 14, 16, 18:30, 21

At: Cinema Ariston, Viale Romolo Gessi - Trieste

You can purchase your membership either in AIA FVG, Via Roma 15 - Trieste or directly at the Ariston on Film night. (valid for 9 films at American Film Series at Ariston, 10 at Made for Each Other,use of library/Medioteca, and much much more!

Intero: Euro 35, Ridotto: Euro 25 (students, teachers, + 65)
The Conspirator Mary Surratt is the lone female charged as a co-conspirator in the assassination trial of Abraham Lincoln. As the whole nation turns against her, she is forced to rely on her reluctant lawyer to uncover the truth and save her life. Director: Robert Redford Stars:Robin Wright, James McAvoy and Tom Wilkinson

31st Annual American Film Series - showing at 2 p.m. too!

2011-10-19T00:42:00.001-07:00

WE HAVE ADDED AN ADDITIONAL SHOWTIME! 14. (translated into 2:00 p.m. for Americans)

Showtimes: 14, 16, 18:30, 21
Just in case you misplaced your film schedule, here it is again. Remember the first film is on Thursday, October 27th

Membership costs only €35 (€25 for students, teachers, + 65 ). It entitles you to see all these great 1st run films, the Made for Each Other series from December at the Cappella Underground, use of our lending library (10,000 books, 1,000 DVD's, magazines) plus invitations to our special events .
What a great deal... Improve your English, see a great movie, get together with friends!

The Consipirator - October 27th
The Kids are All Right - November 17th
Winter's Bone - December 1st
Super 8 - January 26th
Carnage - February 16th
Midnight in Paris - March 1st
Ides of March - March 22nd
Beginners - April 19th
J. Edgar - May 3rd

Come by the office to become a member! Via Roma 15 - Trieste - (Across the street from Smolars - 2nd floor) Monday to Friday 4-8 and Tuesday and Thursday 10-12.

If you don't get a chance to stop by the office before the film, you can still become a member directly at the Ariston on Film night.

Friday Documentary- October 21, 2011

2011-10-19T00:09:00.000-07:00

Continuing with our special focus on Immigration, this week's documentary is:

Forgotten Ellis Island - The extraordinary Story of America's Immigrant Hospital.

Learn the fascinating history of this gateway to America and the some of the stories of the hundreds of thousands of immigrants who passed through its doors. PBS 60 minutes.

Friday, October 21st at 6:00 p.m. - Via Roma 15 - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

The next film in this Immigration Series will be: Italians in America-Our Contribution (November 4th)... we're having a Halloween Party on October 28th!

Italian for Foreigners

2011-10-18T00:02:00.001-07:00

Need to learn yerself some eye-talian? We still have room for you. Please call Karoline 3498666667.

Complete List of Friday Documentaries

2011-10-17T08:38:00.000-07:00

Here is the complete list of the 2011/12 season of Friday Documentaries. Join us almost every Friday Afternoon at 6:00 p.m. for a breath of America in Via Roma 15, Trieste. Most features are PBS specials and last 60 minutes. English commentary follows. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

SPECIAL 9/11 FEATURE
09/09/11 World Trade Center-in Memoriam
AMERICAN INNOVATORS
07/10/11 They made America-Gamblers
AMERICA THE IMMIGRANT NATION
14/10/11 Destination America-The Art of Departure

21/10/11 Forgotten Ellis Island

04/11/11 Italians in America-Our Contribution
VETERAN'S DAY
11/11/11 Proud to Serve-Men and Women of the US Army
NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH
18/11/11 True Whispers-The story of the Navajo code talkers.
THANKSGIVING
25/11/11 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom "Thanksgiving" and America's Test Kitchen - Thanksgiving Turkey
AMERICAN INNOVATORS
09/12/11 Thomas A. Edison-Father of Invention
16/12/11 Walt Disney World
AMERICAN FOOD CULTURE
13/01/12 The Meaning of Food:Life, Culture, Family part 1
20/01/12 The Meaning of Food: part2
27/01/12 Burt Wolf:Taste of Freedom-part 1 Carnival in the US, part 2 Trieste
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
03/02/12 Dreams of Obama
10/02/12 The Tuskegee Airmen
17/02/12 The Massachusettes 54th Colored Division
24/02/12 When I rise
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
02/03/12 A History of Women's Achievement in America part 1
09/03/12 A History of Women's Achievement in America part 2
16/03/12 A History of Women's Achievement in America part 3
23/03/12 A History of Women's Achievement in America part 4
30/03/12 Amelia Earhart-Queen of the Air
EARTH MONTH and a TRIP TO THE MOON
13/04/12 Race to the Moon -The Daring Adventure of Apollo 8
20/04/12 Celebrate Earth Day 2011 - The Operator's Manual
VOLUNTEER SPIRIT
27/04/12 The Life a House Built-25th Anniversary of the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project

Mooooo Farm trip was awesome!

2011-10-16T13:14:00.000-07:00

What a great time at the farm today. Some of us even got Kisses from the cows! Thanks to everyone who came. We loved the tractor ride, the running and kicking donkey, hanging out together, having our FIRST STORYTIME OF THE YEAR on the grass in the (cold) sun!

Videos coming soon. Please send us your pictures so we can put them in our album. Next kid event: HALLOWEEN! We hope you're getting your costumes ready...

Farm trip photos

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If you were on the farm trip, please share your pictures with us! You can download them on our facebook page in our Storytime Farm Trip Album! Thanks for coming. It was a beautiful Fall day for all of us.... mark your calendars for the Halloween Party on Friday, October 28th.

Farm Trip on Sunday

2011-10-14T03:38:00.000-07:00

A reminder to AIA families interested in our trip to the farm on Sunday: please confirm (if you haven't already) the number of adults and children via sms to Karoline by 4pm today. 3498666667

Meeting time: 11am at Agriturismo Polazzo
Agribus tour in English: 1 hour 4 euros/person
Lunch: 1pm Adults 20 euros, children 10 euros (drinks not included)
After lunch: Storytime and play

They say the weather will cooperate. We are looking forward to it!

Membership Cards are Selling like Frittole!

2011-10-14T03:14:00.000-07:00

Have you exchanged your temporary membership card for one of the NEW ones? Now is the time. Don't wait until the first film. Beat the crowds!

If you haven't gotten your membership yet. What are you waiting for? Remember our goal of selling 600 memberships? We're well on our way, but we're not there yet.

Help us, please! See you soon!!

Annual English Courses

2011-10-10T13:14:00.000-07:00

It's never too late... non è mai troppo tardi.
You can still come in and sign up for one of our Annual English courses or Italian courses.

Made for Each Other Series: Classic TV and Movies

2011-10-10T12:36:00.000-07:00

Made For Each Other: Classic American TV and Movies

Here is the complete schedule for this series starting in December.
Remember that this year Cappella Underground has moved to the Miela Theater.
Showtimes are Mondays at 8:30 p.m.
Each companion film/series is followed by commentary by our own Leonardo Buonomo.
Remember that you membership is also valid for entry to this series, in addition to the Ariston American Film series, use of our super library, and invitations to all of the other initiatives that we offer.

Halloween Party! October 28th

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Hey all you little ghosts and goblins! Get ready for our Halloween Party! Pumpkins, Witches, Ghosts, Games.

Friday, October 28th, 6- 8 p.m.
Associazione Italo Americana FVG
Via Roma 15 - Trieste

Please call to make a reservation. A 5 Euro donation per family is requested.

Fun, fun, fun and a little scary too (but not too much)
Call the office to reserve 040 63 03 01.

Friday Documentary- Destination America: The Art of Departure

2011-10-09T10:40:00.000-07:00

Friday October 14th at 6:00 p.m.

Join us for this fascinating documentary about US Immigration. The Art of Departure. The decision to go the US was not always an easy one. Learn the stories of some immigrants.

PBS 60 minutes

Open to the Public.

Our special focus on immigration continues next week October 21st with "Forgotten Ellis Island - The Story of America's Immigrant Hospital."

Thursday Adult Coffee Hour - October 13th - 10-12

2011-10-09T09:48:00.000-07:00

Fall has finally arrived and we are ready to meet old and new friends over a cup of coffee.
Join us on Thursday October 13th from 10-12 for the Thursday Adult Coffee Hour.
Associazione Italo Americana FVG - Via Roma 15 - Trieste
Brush up your English and enjoy some interesting conversation. We have a lot to catch up on!
Open to the Public

Storytime Field Trip: Farm Visit, Lunch and Play

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Join us for a day of family fun down on the farm!

October 16, 2011

Meeting time at Polazzo - 11:00 a.m.

Lunch: 1:00 p.m.

Agribus tour in English (hayride) - €4 / person

Lunch: €20 - adults, €10 - kids (drinks not included)

Call or stop by the office to reserve your place. (040 63 03 01)

EE-II-EE-II-OOOOOOOO!

Regular Storytime begins in January!

Parco Rurale "Alture di Polazzo"

Via Fornaci 1/A, Fogliano Redipuglia 34070

330 240134

www.parcorurale.com

Friday Documentary - October 7th - 6 p.m.

2011-10-04T00:28:00.000-07:00

Join us for the first Friday Documentary of the year.
Learn something interesting new, improve your English!

They Made America "Gamblers"

Innovators in the field of aviation, electronics and leisure.

PBS - 60 Min.
Open to the public.

2011-10-03T06:05:00.000-07:00

AIA-FVG / American Corner Trieste

OCTOBER 2011 NEWS
THE SEASON IS UNDER WAY!

October is our favorite month. It is a BUSY one, but it’s an exciting time because everything at the Association comes back to life. Annual courses begin the week of October 10, we finally get to go to the movies (in English) again, we have our first Storytime field trip to the farm, there is Halloween, etc. FUN FUN FUN! Here’s what is going on in October:

FRIDAY AFTERNOON DOCUMENTARIES Via Roma 15, 6:00p.m.

Open to the Public, Hosted by Michael

October 7: They Made America- Gamblers

October 14: Destination America- The Art of Departure

October 21: Forgotten Ellis Island- The Extraordinary story of America’s Immigrant Hospital

AMERICAN CORNER NEWS:

We had a great time spending our $10,000 grant from the US Government on new books, dvd’s, and equipment for our library. You won’t believe what great stuff we have for you to check out!

We also received a generous grant from the US Government for 50th anniversary activities: a walking tour of American Trieste, American cooking classes. More news to come on these initiatives.

BE THE AIA AMBASSADOR FOR YOUR COMPANY!

The Italian American Association is a volunteer-run non-profit organization. We are looking for members like you to be the contact person for your workplace. If you are interested in collecting money and distributing memberships to your co-workers, contact Denise at 040630301 on Tuesday or Thursday from 10:00-12:00. We also have cinema program posters and fliers for you to distribute.

FILM SERIES AT THE ARISTON STARTS THIS MONTH

Cinema Ariston (You can also buy your membership there, but please come early to do the paperwork)

Viale Romolo Gessi, 14 Trieste Phone: 040 304222

Show times: 4p.m., 6:30p.m., 9:00p.m.

October 27: The Conspirator, dir. Robert Redford

THURSDAY MORNING ADULT COFFEE HOUR:

October 13 10:00-12:00 Come have a cup of coffee and a treat with us, in English! Second Thursday of the month.

AIA FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN:

STORYTIME FIELD TRIP: FARM VISIT, LUNCH AND PLAY

Open to member families and their children

October 16, 2011

Az. Agricola ed Agrituristica - Parco Rurale "Alture di Polazzo"

via Fornaci 1/A, Fogliano Redipuglia - 34070,Gorizia, ITALY

Tel: 0039-330/240132 0039-330/936836 info@parcorurale.it

Meeting time: 11:00a.m. English Agri-bus tour: 1 hour (tickets 4 euros/person)

Lunch at 1pm (adults 20 euros, kids 10 euros, drinks not included)

Call or stop in the Association to sign up. Please do this as soon as possible. Storytime Saturdays start in January.

HALLOWEEN PARTY: OCTOBER 28 6:00P.M.

Dress up your little ghosts and goblins and bring them to the Association for fun, games, tricks and treats!

THE ASSOCIATION IS BABY-FRIENDLY!

We finally have a diaper-changing table!! Thank you, Davide, for putting it together for us! Feel free to stop in the Association when we are open if you need a quiet place to feed, change, or play with your baby.

MEMBERSHIP CARDS ARE HERE!

Our goal is to sell enough memberships to pay for the cinema program. That means doubling our membership from last year to 600. Prices are the same as last year: 35 euros for adults, 25 euros for students, retirees, and teachers. Students under 16 MUST have a written release signed by a parent to attend the film series. Membership entitles you to: 9 films at the Ariston, the Made for Each other classic film and tv series with Cappella Underground, entrance to special events, check out books and films from the library, sign up and attend courses. If you already renewed your membership, stop in to exchange your temporary membership for the new one.

FOLLOW US and send messages to: www.aia-fvg.blogspot.com

Facebook Associazione Italo Americana del FVG Facebook American Corner Trieste

Via Roma 15, 34132 Trieste – 040 63 03 01 Hours: Monday-Friday 4-8pm , Tuesday and Thursday 10-12

31st American Film Series - in English

2011-10-03T03:10:00.000-07:00

Here is the list for the 31st Annual American Film series.

Showtimes: 16, 18:30, 21

What a great deal... Improve your English, see a great movie, get together with friends!

The Consipirator - October 27th

The Kids are All Right - November 17th

Winter's Bone - December 1st

Super 8 - January 26th

Carnage - February 16th

Midnight in Paris - March 1st

Ides of March - March 22nd

Beginners - April 19th

J. Edgar - May 3rd

Come by the office to become a member! Via Roma 15 - Trieste - (Across the street from Smolars - 2nd floor) Monday to Friday 4-8 and Tuesday and Thursday 10-12.

Annual English Courses

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We offer English Courses at All Levels!

Lessons begin on October 10th. Are classes are fun, small and conversation-based.

Kid's Classes: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Adult: Beginners, Intermeidate, Advanced Conversation
Special Courses: TOEFL Preparation, Italian for Foreigners.

Here is the complete course list.

October Newsletter

2011-10-03T01:33:00.000-07:00

Extra Extra Read All About It!

Click here to read our October 2011 Newsletter.

October is our favorite month! Courses, Films, Documentaries, Coffee Hours, Halloween Party, Farm Trip, New Members!

2011/12 Presentation of Activities

2011-09-26T01:55:00.000-07:00

The moment that you have all been waiting for! The Official presentation of our Activities for 2011/12.

Courses (English and Italian) Meet the Teachers!

Ariston Film Series

Made For Each Other Series

Thursday Coffee Hour

Friday Documentary Schedule

Saturday Storytime

Special Events

50th Anniversary Activities

When: Thursday, September 29th, 6:00 p.m.

Where: Associazione Italo Americana FVG - Via Roma 15

Conference: The Future of Advanced Education: What does the US have to Offer?

2011-09-20T03:13:00.000-07:00

Learn about new opportunities in graduate education in the US. Luca Escoffier, 2010 Singularity University graduate will be our guest speaker. Singularity University is sponsored by Google, NASA, Autodesk and Nokia.

When: Thursday, September 22nd, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Associazione Italo Americana / American Corner Trieste
via Roma 15 - Trieste
Open to the Public

RECORD NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS!

2011-09-14T06:42:00.000-07:00

We are OVERCOME WITH JOY by the excellent response we got from the call for volunteers we put in our newsletter this month. We can hardly believe how many neat people have come to volunteer their time at front desk.

THANK YOU for your fast response. And for the rest of you, it is NOT TOO LATE for you to volunteer too.

Mark Your Calendar

2011-09-14T06:39:00.000-07:00

Cultural Programs in the Schools Presentation Thursday

Tomorrow, September 15, at 6pm, we will present this year's School Cultural Programs. Anybody can come, but it is aimed to ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHERS of all levels in local schools.

During the presentation, Janine, the Coordinator of the School Program, will present this year's activities and answer questions about how to get YOUR school involved!

Via Roma, 15
6pm

OFFICIAL PRESENTATION: AIA EVENTS AND COURSES FOR 2011-2012
Thursday, September 29, we will OFFICIALLY kick off our 50th anniversary season by unveiling our special events and year-long courses, and, of course, reveal the films in our two film series. Please come!

Via Roma, 15
6pm

This year it is more important than EVER

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to RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP.

We are 2/3 out from under our 30-year debt. We will be out of debt in January if we can sell enough memberships this year to pay for our cinema series.

WE MUST SELL 600 MEMBERSHIPS BY THE END OF OCTOBER.
Please help us. Tell everyone you know.

Friday Documentary: World Trade Center in Memoriam

2011-09-02T09:14:00.000-07:00

In remembrance of 9/11 of ten years ago, we will feature a special documentary entitled: World Trade Center in Memoriam.

Join us on Friday, September 9th at 6 p.m. for this History Channel film that was made months before the tragic collapse of the towers.

Open to the public.

Happy Labor Day

2011-09-02T09:07:00.000-07:00

Monday is Labor Day in the US. Officially this national holiday honors the American Labor force, on a lighter note, it marks the end of summer and back to school for kids.
If you need to contact the consulate or embassy, remember that the holiday is respected in US facilities abroad too.
On the other hand if you just want to call a friend, remember that he is probably at a family cookout or just enjoying the long weekend with his family!

Don't worry... in Trieste we'll be hard at work on Monday.

We are open today!

2011-09-02T04:50:00.000-07:00

It is September so we are back to our afternoon fall schedule.

Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm
Come in and say hi!
Via Roma, 15

I, Karoline, your friendly director, will also be there to answer your questions about intensive courses starting next week!

IT'S TIME FOR FALL INTENSIVES!!!|

2011-08-28T14:32:00.000-07:00

FREE PRESENTATION OF ALL INTENSIVE COURSES:

Thursday, September 1, 6:00pm

Parents!! Summer's over! It's time to get your Middle School/High Schooler thinking in English before school starts!

MIDDLE SCHOOL
SEPTEMBER 5-8
10:00-12:00
Total: 8 hours
100 euros + aia membership*

HIGH SCHOOL
SEPTEMBER 5-8
17:00-19:00
Total: 8 hours
100 euros + aia membership*

Adults!! If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to join an intensive class, here's your opportunity:

ADULT BEGINNERS INTENSIVE
5 weeks starting September 5
Mondays, Wednesdays 5-7pm
Total: 20 hours
250 euros + aia membership*

ADULT INTERMEDIATE INTENSIVE
Wednesdays, Thursdays 7-9pm
5 weeks starting September 7
Total: 20 hours
250 euros + aia membership*

ADULT ADVANCED CONVERSATION INTENSIVE
Mondays, Wednesdays 7-9pm
Total: 20 hours
250 euros + aia membership*

ADULT ITALIAN FOR FOREIGNERS INTENSIVE
Interested? Give us a call to tell us your availability. This course will start when a minimum of 4 participants sign up.

For more information call: 040 8323258 or 3498666667

*2010-2011 or 2011-2012 Membership valid.

Things to Look forward to this year

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INTENSIVE ENGLISH COURSES, SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME, ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH CLASSES, COOKING CLASSES, HALLOWEEN, THANKSGIVING, COOKIE FESTIVAL, MONDAY NIGHTS, MOVIES AT THE ARISTON, SCIENCE LECTURES, ENGLISH COFFEE HOUR, ITALIAN FOR FOREIGNERS, TEACHING IN TOUGH TIMES LECTURE SERIES, FRIDAY DOCUMENTARIES, GET TO KNOW YOUR LIBRARY VISITS, ADULT BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED CONVERSATION COURSES, VOLUNTEERING IN THE LIBRARY, A TRIP TO THE FARM FIELD TRIP, TOEFL PREPARATION, ASSOCIATION OPEN HOUSE, AIA 50TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, AMERICAN PRESENCE IN TRIESTE WALKING TOUR...

It's going to be so fun!

Come Boil with us!!

2011-08-22T03:31:00.000-07:00

The Italian American Association opens its heavy doors once again this afternoon from 4-8pm! Stop in and ~~sweat~~ say hello! We will be open for the rest of August Monday thru Thursday from 4-8. In September we will go back to our Monday-Friday afternoon Schedule.

High School INTENSIVE Review Course Starts Monday!

2011-08-04T09:35:00.001-07:00

If anyone you know needs some SERIOUS review before September, we have the course for you! Starts on Monday. Call Andrea T. for details: 3469956578

Return books and DVDs before your vacation, please!

2011-07-18T07:57:00.001-07:00

The Association will be closed from August 1-21 and will re-open on August 22. Please return any books and/or DVDs you may have at home.

Thank you!

What are you reading this summer?

2011-07-13T11:37:00.000-07:00

I don't seem to have enough time to watch movies this summer but I am getting a lot of reading in. Our library has a sort of eclectic collection of something like 9,000 titles so it's a great place to catch up on the classics or read about something you weren't even sure you were interested in. I have been reading about Managing a Business lately. I am also reading Charlotte Bronte, one of those books I feel like I should have read a million years ago.

What's on your bedside table? What do you have in your beach bag? Let us know.

BTW we are starting up a new blog where we talk about our favorite books and movies, so look for that soon, Bookworms and Movie buffs!

We are open this summer

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Just so you don't waste a trip, remember that we are open MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY from 4-8pm throughout July. In August we will close for a couple of weeks and then go back to our Monday to Thursday schedule.

Stop in, check out movies, check out books, bring stuff back, say hello!

Cleaning out your kids' closets?

2011-07-08T03:57:00.000-07:00

Now is the time to donate your CHILDREN'S BOOKS IN ENGLISH. We can use them in our Children's Library. Give us a call or stop in if you would like to make donations.