Casa della Cultura Italiana - NC

05/07/2026

The Raleigh Durham area will not host an Aperitivo con Amici in May, but they will return in June. See you then!

04/20/2026

This weekend, Charlotte will receive a visit from the new Consul General in Philadelphia, Honorable Nico Frandi. Appointed in October 2025, this will be his first visit to North Carolina.

If you would like to meet the Consul, he will be attending two community events: a lecture for the opening of the Caravaggio exhibit at the Mint Museum and a Colazione Italiana (registration required).

🥐 "Colazione Italiana" hosted by Club Italiani in Charlotte
Capishe Restaurant in Dilworth (500 E Morehead St # 100, Charlotte, NC 28202)
Saturday, April 25th, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Pre-registration for this fun community event is required so that food can be planned accordingly. The registration link is here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLScg3HjhuXrzSUfYfDQwzN1rf1mi4H_iGOqb2hb8gpE3CTRkXg/viewform

🎨Caravaggio Exhibit Opening Lecture at the Mint Museum
1600 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
Sunday April 26, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$10 admission
For more information: https://www.mintmuseum.org/event/caravaggio-scholar-talk-by-professor-cristina-acidini-the-roberto-longhi-foundation/

03/27/2026

Reminder: Today is our special Aperitivo con Amici in Charlotte!

This evening our Charlotte Aperitivo con Amici will have some very special guests. The International House of Charlotte will be hosting a delegation of Italian University Administrators and they will be attending this month's event to see the Italian community in Charlotte. The International House will be sponsoring this month's event, so there will be a selection of free pizza and snacks for those who can come.

If you are able, we would love to have you come out and represent the community! Attendance is free and you can RSVP on our Facebook Events page.

Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Location: Capishe, 500 E Morehead St, Charlotte, NC 28202

01/21/2026

Con decreto del Presidente della Repubblica del 13/01/2026, pubblicato nella Gazzetta Ufficiale del 14/01/2026, è stata fissata nei giorni 22 e 23 MARZO 2026 la data del referendum ex art. 138 della Costituzione per la modifica di alcuni articoli della Costituzione (c.d. “Riforma della giustizia”).

Si ricorda che il VOTO è un DIRITTO tutelato dalla Costituzione italiana e che, in base alla Legge 27 dicembre 2001, n. 459, i cittadini italiani residenti o temporaneamente all’estero, iscritti nelle liste elettorali, possono VOTARE PER POSTA, ricevendo il plico elettorale al proprio indirizzo di residenza. A tal fine, si raccomanda di controllare ed eventualmente regolarizzare immediatamente la propria situazione anagrafica - in particolare, sui cambiamenti di indirizzo che si fossero verificati ma che non siano stati (ancora) comunicati - presso l’Ufficio consolare competente (si ricorda che per legge i plichi elettorali devono essere spediti quasi un mese prima della data del voto in Italia), utilizzando preferibilmente il portale online dei servizi consolari Fast It.

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By decree of the President of the Republic of January 13, 2026, published in the Official Gazette on January 14, 2026, the date for the referendum under Article 138 of the Constitution for the amendment of certain articles of the Constitution (the so-called "Justice Reform") has been set for March 22 and 23, 2026.
Please remember that VOTING is a RIGHT protected by the Italian Constitution and that, according to Law No. 459 of December 27, 2001, Italian citizens residing or temporarily abroad, registered in the electoral rolls, can VOTE BY MAIL, receiving the ballot package at their address of residence. To this end, it is recommended to check and, if necessary, immediately update your personal data – in particular, any changes of address that may have occurred but have not yet been communicated – with the competent consular office (please note that by law, ballot packages must be sent almost a month before the voting date in Italy), preferably using the Fast It online consular services portal.

09/24/2025

In case you missed our newsletter...

The Italian Weekend School for children (Percorso di Lingua e Cultura Italiana per Bambini) is still open for enrollment! First classes were held last Sunday September 21, so now is the time to jump in without missing too much, or go ahead and register for the spring!

This is an excellent opportunity for children ages 4-13 to learn or practice Italian language skills and also learn about Italian culture. Past field trips have included Italian cooking demonstrations, visits to an Italian opera show, and other special holiday events. Classes will generally be held on Sunday afternoons at St. Patrick's Catholic School in Dilworth. Cost per child is $320 per semester or $610 for the Fall and Spring semesters when paid together, and further discounts for multiple children from the same family.

For more information and the registration link, please visit our website page: https://www.cci-nc.org/italianweekendschool

If you have any questions, please reach out to Marco Carbone at [email protected].

09/23/2025

The nonprofit organization Ciao Hickory is hosting their Italian Festival on October 4th, and it's going to be a full day of fun. There will be food, bocce, live music, and a movie night for the family, so there's something for everyone to enjoy. Entry is free but VIP tickets can be secured at their website www.ciaohickory.com

You can also visit their page for more information.

*Please note this is event is not hosted or sponsored by CCI-NC. We are promoting it on our social pages in order to support local Italian events in North Carolina.

08/12/2025

07/02/2025

Italian food is some of the best in the world, and it commonly leaves Americans baffled — how can Italians eat so much pasta, cheese, and bread and still stay fit?

Yesterday the Washington Post published an article exploring the cultural and dietary differences between the US and Italy. Some fun facts include:

1. On average, Italians consume 51.2 pounds of pasta per person per year compared to Americans' 19.4 pounds.

2. Italians eat more fish but less meat than Americans.

3. U.S. consumers buy an average of 37 gallons of soda per year, nearly triple the Italian average.

4. Italian food generally comes in smaller portions. It's about quality over quantity.

So, what's your take on American vs. Italian food and eating habits? Do you notice a difference in your habits between the countries?

Read the full article here:

The obesity rate in Italy is far below that in the U.S., even though Italians enjoy multicourse meals involving pasta.

06/24/2025

San Giovanni, held on June 24th, celebrates the height of summer with deep-rooted traditions that highlight both the sacred and the seasonal. Across Italy, this festival marks the vibrancy of the season, from bonfires that ward off evil to the making of Nocino liqueur from green walnuts.

In cities like Florence, Turin, and Lake Como, festivities range from street parades to fireworks, while countryside traditions like Acqua di San Giovanni continue to be cherished for their magical, healing properties.

Do you celebrate San Giovanni in your own way? Share your personal traditions and stories with us!

06/24/2025

Our Italian language weekend school for children is currently seeking Italian teachers for the 2025-2026 school year beginning in September. The classes will be held on Sunday afternoons from 3pm to 5pm at St. Patrick Catholic School in Dilworth (1125 Buchanan St, Charlotte, NC 28203). This compensated position is an excellent opportunity to work with children and spread the Italian language to an eager group of new learners.

If you have any questions or are interested in teaching, please email our Head of School, Marco Carbone at [email protected].

Also, stay tuned for upcoming enrollment announcements!