Immerse Yourself in Italian Charm!
Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of Italian culture through language—four (yes, four!!) exciting opportunities await! Whether you’re a passionate learner or simply curious, these upcoming events promise to spark your inner Italian flair. Stay tuned to perfect your ciao and grazie while enjoying fun, enriching experiences.
- Audit the summer Italian language classes at Butler University!
Remote and synchronous (Zoom)
Italian 101: 5 weeks – Monday–Friday 8 a.m.- 9:30a.m. May 12th – June 13th
Italian 102: 5 weeks – Monday-Friday 8 a.m.- 9:30a.m. June 30th – August 1st
Find the course online with this tutorial: Italian summer course search and fill out the registration form linked here: Audit for Enrichment Application
Questions about registration? Contact the Registrar office Phone: (317) 940-9203; Fax: (317) 940-6539; [email protected]
Questions about the courses? Contact Prof. Elisa Lucchi-Riester at [email protected]
- Two Italian Language and Culture Summer Camps!
ENROLLMENT OPEN! Fill out the form: Estate Italiana!
Italian language and culture through arts, crafts, cuisine, music, geography, theater, dance, and so much more! More info in the online form.
Registration is open –it closes June 15th, 2025 or when FULL. Final payment due by June 15th 2025.
Cost: $260 per week general public – $220 for children with IHSI family membership.
Secure your spot: nonrefundable $35 deposit per week per child
WHO: two age groups:
- morning session: children age 6-9 y.o
- afternoon session: children age 10-12 y.o.
GROUPS: min 6 max 12 kids – first come first serve basis
THEME: ITALIAN SUMMER!
Summer Camp #1: July 14th -18th – Italian summer at the beach!
Summer Camp #2: July 21st -25th – Italian summer in the mountains!
2 weeks with different themes, activities and materials – sign up for one week or for both!
WHERE: Indy North side – Carmel area –
Meet the teachers: AMI Montessori certified teacher and IHSI board member Suzette Vetrini & language professor and IHSI board member Elisa Lucchi-Riester.
- LIVELLO AVANZATO DI CONVERSAZIONI IN ITALIANO!
Join our Advanced Italian Conversation Group—a fun, casual way to practice your Italian language skills with fellow IHSI members! This members-only group is led by Francesco Vetrini and is perfect for those who already know their Italian at a solid Intermediate- upper intermediate and Advanced level. The idea is to avoid using English and converse only in Italian about the world news, authentic cultural settings, etc.!
Where: Carmel Clay Public Library (Main Branch) – Study Room
When: Saturdays starting April 26th , time TBD based on participants’ feedback
Group Size: 2–6 people
Free – Gratis!
How to Join: fill this form: Intermediate-Advanced form
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