BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Italian Heritage Society of Indiana - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Italian Heritage Society of Indiana X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://italianheritage.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Italian Heritage Society of Indiana REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250211T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20250211T173501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T173501Z UID:21477-1739260800-1739293200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club – February 2025 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-february-2025/ LOCATION:IN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250112T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250112T140000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20241223T231035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T231903Z UID:21340-1736690400-1736690400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Lecture Series – Pompeii DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-lecture-series-pompeii/ LOCATION:Glendale Library\, 3660 East 62nd St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46220\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Free Event,Lecture Series ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Faenzi":MAILTO:secretary@italianheritage.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20241213T213713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T213713Z UID:21332-1734523200-1734532200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club – December 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-december-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20241106T182814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T161621Z UID:21210-1733677200-1733677200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Heritage Society of Indiana Festa di Natale 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-festa-di-natale/ LOCATION:Iaria’s Italian Restaurant\, 317 S College Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/festa-natale.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241117T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20241025T113430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T113510Z UID:21193-1731855600-1731862800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Indianapolis Opera - The Barber of Seville DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/indianapolis-opera-the-barber-of-seville/ LOCATION:The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts\, Carmel\, IN\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241107T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241107T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240926T005242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T012848Z UID:21051-1731002400-1731006000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italianate and Second Empire Architecture in Indianapolis DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italianate-and-second-empire-architecture-in-indianapolis/ LOCATION:Indiana Landmarks Center\, 1201 Central Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241027T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241027T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240923T215835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T234359Z UID:21033-1730048400-1730059200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Heritage Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-heritage-month-celebration/ LOCATION:Allison Mansion at Marian University\, 3200 Cold Spring Road\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240927T214005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T003929Z UID:21120-1729342800-1729350000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:“Boo-cce” Ball DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/boo-cce-ball/ LOCATION:Edna Balz Lacy Park\, 700 Greer Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, United States CATEGORIES:Bocce,Free Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240922T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240816T180131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T202948Z UID:20964-1727013600-1727020800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:The Mysterious Etruscans and the Tuscan City of Cortona DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/the-italian-heritage-society-lecture-series-2024/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 425 E. Main Street\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240922T100000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240912T133656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T133656Z UID:21013-1726999200-1726999200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Our Lady’s Chapel in the Meadow DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-our-ladys-chapel-in-the-meadow/ LOCATION:Chapel in the Meadow\, 3008 Old Hospital Road\, Edinburgh\, IN\, 46124\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/POW-Chapel-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240918T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240912T154430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T154458Z UID:21015-1726660800-1726669800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club – September 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-september-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240907T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240907T110000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240822T161244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T161329Z UID:21006-1725706800-1725706800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Summer League Bocce Tournament DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-summer-league-bocce-tournament/ LOCATION:Edna Balz Lacy Park\, 700 Greer Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, United States CATEGORIES:Bocce,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/bocce_watercolor-e1724343087164.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vince DeFabis":MAILTO:vjdfab@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240828T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240828T183000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240802T154157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T154629Z UID:20930-1724869800-1724869800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:An Evening of Wine and Charcuterie Tasting featuring wines from the Tuscany region of Italy DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/evening-wine-charcuterie-tuscany-italy-2024/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240821T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240821T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240819T134233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T134417Z UID:21000-1724241600-1724250600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club – August 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-august-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240724T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240626T190901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T191011Z UID:20911-1721822400-1721831400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - July 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-july-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240713T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240713T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240428T221216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T221500Z UID:20761-1720897200-1720897200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Heritage Night with Indy Eleven DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-heritage-night-with-indy-eleven/ LOCATION:Carroll Stadium\, 1001 W New York St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event ORGANIZER;CN="IHSI":MAILTO:webmaster@italianheritage.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240623T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240623T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240520T134909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T134936Z UID:20848-1719129600-1719162000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:2024 Pete Ferri and David Page Italian-American Golf Outing DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-pete-ferri-and-david-page-italian-american-golf-outing/ LOCATION:Sarah Shank Golf Course\, 2601 S. Keystone Avenue\, Indianapolis\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240615T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240615T230000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240502T195405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T195405Z UID:20816-1718470800-1718492400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Holy Rosary Italian Street Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/holy-rosary-italian-street-festival-2024/ LOCATION:Holy Rosary Catholic Church\, 520 Stevens Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Heck":MAILTO:heckcc@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240614T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240614T230000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240502T195309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T195339Z UID:20813-1718384400-1718406000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Holy Rosary Italian Street Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/holy-rosary-italian-street-festival-2024-2/ LOCATION:Holy Rosary Catholic Church\, 520 Stevens Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Heck":MAILTO:heckcc@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240525T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240525T000000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240428T221933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T222205Z UID:20769-1716595200-1716595200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:2024 Indy 500 Parade DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-indy-500-parade/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Free Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240515T180000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240330T161832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T195302Z UID:20724-1715796000-1715796000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Tastings Wine and Food Pairing DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/tastings-wine-and-food-pairing-05-2024/ LOCATION:Tastings – A Wine Bar and Bistro\, 50 West Washington Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tastings.png ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240515T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240515T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240501T161640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T183956Z UID:20785-1715774400-1715783400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - May 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-may-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Ray Brown":MAILTO:ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240428T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240223T213523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T182942Z UID:20640-1714312800-1714320000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Lecture Series – “An Introduction to the 18th Century Grand Tour of Italy" - Dr. Michael Seaman DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-lecture-series-an-introduction-to-the-18th-century-grand-tour-of-italy-dr-michael-seaman/ LOCATION:Glendale Library\, 3660 East 62nd St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46220\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IHSI_logo_header_lecture_series.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240417T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240330T164928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T164928Z UID:20734-1713355200-1713355200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - April 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-april-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240413T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240427T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240325T213332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T165911Z UID:20709-1713018600-1714248000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Film Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-italian-film-festival/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Film,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/italFilmFest.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Italian Film Festival USA":MAILTO:info@italianfilmfests.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240408 DTSTAMP:20260617T165354 CREATED:20240206T223244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T171617Z UID:20619-1712448000-1712534399@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Pasquetta (2024) DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/pasquetta-2024/ LOCATION:Edna Balz Lacy Park\, 700 Greer Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Heck":MAILTO:heckcc@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240320T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165355 CREATED:20240225T201051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T201051Z UID:20685-1710936000-1710945000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - March 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-march-2024/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240319T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165355 CREATED:20240206T230043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T230043Z UID:20626-1710873000-1710876600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:"Italians in Indy" Lecture - Marion County Historical Society DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italians-in-indy-lecture-ray-brown/ LOCATION:Indianapolis Central Library\, 40 East St Clair Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240303T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240303T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165355 CREATED:20240225T200645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T200733Z UID:20679-1709476200-1709476200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Language\, History\, and Art Classes - Informational Gathering DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2024-italian-language/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 425 E. Main Street\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parli-italiano.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20240221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T165355 CREATED:20240128T182628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T182644Z UID:20605-1708516800-1708516800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - February 2024 DESCRIPTION:Lecture on St. Francis of Assisi – Author Jon M. Sweeney \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, the Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee\, and the Carmel Library Foundation are proud to co-host an afternoon author lecture featuring acclaimed writer Jon M. Sweeney on Sunday\, July 19\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Carmel Clay Public Library on Main Street. \nSweeney\, an internationally recognized author and speaker\, has written extensively on spirituality\, history\, and religion\, including two books focused on Saint Francis of Assisi. The lecture comes during a significant year of worldwide remembrance\, as 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis. Communities throughout Italy are commemorating his life and legacy\, and local organizations in Carmel are joining in that celebration through cultural and educational programming. \nThe event will explore the enduring influence of St. Francis\, whose messages of peace\, compassion\, humility\, and care for others continue to resonate across cultures and generations. It is free and open to the public\, and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Guests are required to register for the event through the library’s online registration system. \nCommunity members interested in Italian culture\, history\, spirituality\, literature\, or international connections are encouraged to attend this unique event. \nEvent Details \nWhat: Author Lecture with Jon M. Sweeney \nWhen: Sunday\, July 19\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Carmel Clay Public Library \nCost: Free and open to the public \nRegistration: Required \nhttps://carmelclaylibrary.org/event/16654822 \nFor additional information\, please contact the event organizers. \n          Italian Heritage Society of Indiana:  Susan Lew – susan.lew27@gmail.com \n          Carmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee:  Julie Standish – standish.julie@gmail.com \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana – The IHSI is a non-profit organization created in 1992. Its mission is to preserve\, promote\, and celebrate Italian culture\, traditions\, and contributions throughout Indiana through educational programs\, cultural events\, and community engagement initiatives. \nCarmel Cortona Sister Cities Committee – Created in 2022\, the CCSCC is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to fostering cultural\, educational\, and civic connections between Carmel and Cortona\, Italy. Through student exchanges\, community events\, and cultural programming\, the Committee promotes international understanding and celebrates shared heritage. Its efforts enrich the Carmel community by building lasting relationships and providing opportunities for residents to experience Italian culture both locally and abroad. \nCarmel Public Library Foundation – The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to sustain the excellence of the Carmel Clay Public Library. With the community’s assistance\, the Foundation’s fundraising helps meet the Library’s continued challenges and build an endowment to provide long-term stability for one of Carmel\, Indiana’s most prized assets – the Carmel Clay Public Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n July 19\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n2:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n4:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carmel Clay Public Library\n \n \n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n \n Carmel\,\n\n IN\n\n 46032\n\n United States\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n IHSI Book Club - July 2026 \n\n\n \n \n IHSI Book Club - August 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-february-2024/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IHSI_book_club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR