The Italian Cultural Society (ICS), Sacramento is a non-profit organization that promotes and supports the heritage and culture of Italy, Italians and Italian-Americans. All programs, events, travel tours and language classes offered by the ICS are open to the general public. PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
ITALIAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL:
The ICS offers year-round Italian Language classes for everyone! ITALIAN for TRAVELERS - learn the nuances that will make your next trip to Italy so much better! CHILDREN'S CLASSES Ciao Piccoli pre-school children aged 2 - 5, and Ciao Italia for school aged children 6-12, both introduce a second language in a fun environment that promotes learning through play and interaction. ADULT CLASSES are offered from beginning through advanced and in two convenient locations. All classes are taught by our certified Italian-American instructors. Visit our website for a current schedule: www.italiancenter.net. GUIDED TRAVEL ITALY TOURS:
The ICS offers three guided Travel Italy tours annually; tours are hosted by Tuscan and Sicilian natives, include airfare, stay in 4-star Villa hotels, certified English-speaking native Italian guides, 2 daily meals, admissions and other fees, tips and more! SPRING TOUR: Sicily and Sorrento (10 days)
SUMMER TOUR: Italy Grand Tour (14 days)
FALL TOUR: Thanksgiving in Tuscany (9 days)
Visit our website to download complete tour brochures and for more tour information: www.italiancenter.net. ICS CULTURAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS:
The ICS offers several programs and events year-round that are open to all. Sign up to receive our newsletter (3 Annual Issues) for detailed program schedules and descriptions. Programs include Friday Night Films, Documentaries, Guest Appearances, Genealogy Workshops, Travel Series Events, Cultural Exhibits, Special Events and more! FESTA ITALIANA! Come out to Festa Italiana the first weekend in August!; this annual fundraiser is the best of Italy in Sacramento! Celebrate Italian culture and heritage through our music, food, dance, vendor marketplace, Italian Auto Show, Festa Queen Pageant - and win a trip for two to Italy in our Grand Raffle! Watch for Festa 2014 at www.festaitalianasacramento.com
OTHER FUNDRAISERS & SPECIAL EVENTS
FESTA DELLA BEFANA: Annual Family/Children's Holiday Event, first weekend in January
ANNUAL COOKING DEMONSTRATION: February/March
OLIVE OIL FESTIVAL: Annual Olive Oil Tasting and Celebration, October (Columbus Day Weekend)
