BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Italian Heritage Society of Indiana - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250411T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250412T000000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250411T174836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T174946Z UID:21629-1744329600-1744416000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Film Festival DESCRIPTION:Italian Film Festival\nPlease see details in the following flyer: \n \n April 11\n –\n April 12\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Basile Auditorium\, Herron School of Art\n\n735 W. New York St.\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46202\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Lecture Series – Introduction to Genetic Genealogy \n\n\n \n Anthony Nunziata at Hendricks Live URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-film-festival/ LOCATION:Basile Auditorium\, Herron School of Art\, 735 W. New York St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States CATEGORIES:Film,Free Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250411T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250411T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250202T223358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T003309Z UID:21418-1744401600-1744401600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Anthony Nunziata at Hendricks Live DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nAnthony Nunziata at Hendricks Live\nPlease see the following page for details on this concert: \nAnthony Nunziata: Bocelli & Beyond \n \nDate & Time:\nApril 11\n@\n8:00 pm\n–\n10:00 pm \nHendricks Live\n200 W. Main St. \nPlainfield\,\nIN\n46168\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \nView Venue Website \n\n \n\n\n\nIHSI Lecture Series – Introduction to Genetic Genealogy \n\nItaly Travel URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/anthony-nunziata-at-hendricks-live/ LOCATION:Hendricks Live\, 200 W. Main St.\, Plainfield\, IN\, 46168\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250427T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250324T002003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T140518Z UID:21555-1745755200-1745762400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Pasquetta Picnic and Raffle DESCRIPTION:Pasquetta Picnic and Raffle\nCelebrate Pasquetta—An Easter Tradition of Joy\, Food\, and Friendship!\nEaster may soon pass\, but the celebration continues! Join the Italian Heritage Society of Indiana for our Italian Pasquetta Picnic & Raffle on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025\, at 12:00 PM\, at Holliday Park. We’ll be gathering near the playground area—just follow the laughter and delicious aromas! \nPasquetta\, or Little Easter\, is a cherished Italian tradition where friends and family come together to enjoy the fresh air\, share a meal\, and celebrate the joys of spring. So\, bring your loved ones\, a dish to share\, your favorite drinks\, and blankets or lawn chairs for a relaxing day in true Italian style! \nDetails \n\nHolliday Park (6363 Spring Mill Road\, Indianapolis\, IN 46260) – map below\nA festive post-Easter picnic beginning at 12:00 PM\nA basket raffle at 1:30 PM—hop into the fun for a chance to win!\n\nAfter the Easter feasts and celebrations\, Pasquetta is the perfect way to keep the spirit alive with good food\, great company\, and a joyful afternoon in the park. Let’s make new memories together! \nBe sure to RSVP here (or evite link below)! \nWe can’t wait to see you there—Buona Pasquetta! \n\n Website:\n https://evite.me/dVr9JPgJSB\n April 27\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Holliday Park\n\n6363 Spring Mill Rd.\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Anthony Nunziata at Hendricks Live \n\n\n \n Italy Travel URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/pasquetta-2025/ LOCATION:Holliday Park\, 6363 Spring Mill Rd.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20240926T012220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T135646Z UID:21074-1749427200-1750291199@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italy Travel DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Italy Travel\nBackstage Italy with the Indianapolis Opera \n June 9\, 2025\n –\n June 18\, 2025 \nRegarding any questions or additional details\, please contact the organizer listed below or call the Indianapolis Opera at 317-283-3531 and ask for Tiesha or Patricia. \n\n Organizer\n\n Alfred Savia\n\n \n 812-760-1641 \n \nView Organizer Website \n\n \n conductor@indyopera.org \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Italianate and Second Empire Architecture in Indianapolis URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italy-travel/ LOCATION:Multiple Cities\, Italy ORGANIZER;CN="Alfred Savia":MAILTO:conductor@indyopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250619T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250519T151706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T152145Z UID:21765-1750356000-1750356000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Una Serata in Piemonte - Wine Tasting DESCRIPTION:Una Serata in Piemonte – Wine Tasting\n \nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indianain partnership withJoe’s Butcher Shop of CarmelInvite you to join us forUna Serata in Piemonte (An Evening in Piedmont) \nWe will explore this region of Italy known for its diverse landscape\, rich history and renowned wine production and delve into its significant role in Italian history. \nFeaturing wine sampling selections from the Piedmont area paired with regionally inspired appetizers \nThe evening will include sampling of Piedmont variety wines (3 white\, 3 red) as well asA 3-course shared tasting menu of Piedmont delicacies \nWine tasting will be led by Andrea Seib with B-Side Selections \nWhen: Thursday\, June 19\, 2025; 6pmWhere: Joe’s Butcher Shop; 111 West Main St\, Carmel INTickets: $50 IHSI members; $55 non-members \nWine for purchase following the event at discounted prices \nLimited space available. \n \n Reserve Your Spot Today!\n \n\n Joe’s Butcher Shop and Fish Market\n\n111 W Main St\n \n Carmel\,\n 46032\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n View Venue Website URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/2025-una-serata-in-piemonte/ LOCATION:Joe’s Butcher Shop and Fish Market\, 111 W Main St\, Carmel\, 46032\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250622T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250622T080000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250411T000234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T000534Z UID:21610-1750579200-1750579200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian American Golf Outing DESCRIPTION:2025 Pete Ferri and David Page\nItalian American Golf Outing\nPlease see the link below for details. \nIHS Golf Outing 2025 \nJune 22\n@\n8:00 am\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\nSarah Shank Golf Course\n2601 S. Keystone Avenue \nIndianapolis\,\nUnited States \n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nItaly Travel \n\nIHSI Lecture Series – Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D. URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-american-golf-outing/ LOCATION:Sarah Shank Golf Course\, 2601 S. Keystone Avenue\, Indianapolis\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250718T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250526T152351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T180026Z UID:21809-1752487200-1752858000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Summer Camp DESCRIPTION:Italian Summer Camp\nENROLLMENT OPEN!  Fill out the form: Estate Italiana! \nItalian language and culture through arts\, crafts\, cuisine\, music\, geography\, theater\, dance\, and so much more! More info in the online form. \nRegistration is open –it closes July 12th\, 2025 or when FULL.  Final payment due by July 12th\, 2025. \nCost: $260 per week general public – $220 for children with IHSI family membership. \nSecure your spot: nonrefundable $35 deposit per week per child \nWHO: two age groups: \n\n    morning session 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: children age 6-9 y.o\n    afternoon session 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: children age 10-12 y.o.\n\nGROUPS: min 6 max 12 kids – first come first serve basis\nTHEME: ITALIAN SUMMER! \nJuly 14th -18th  – Italian summer at the beach! \nWHERE: Indy North side – Carmel Clay Public Library\, 55 4th Avenue SE\, Carmel\, IN  46032 \nMeet the teachers: AMI Montessori certified teacher and IHSI board member Suzette Vetrini & language professor and IHSI board member Elisa Lucchi-Riester. \nJuly 14\n@\n10:00 am\n–\nJuly 18\n@\n5:00 pm\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\nCarmel Clay Public Library\n55 4th Avenue SE \nCarmel\,\nIN\n46032\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nItalian American Golf Outing \n\nIHSI Lecture Series – Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D. URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-summer-camp/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 55 4th Avenue SE\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250824T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250824T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250410T224656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T224745Z UID:21593-1756044000-1756044000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Lecture Series - Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D. DESCRIPTION:IHSI Lecture Series – Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D.\nThis lecture will explore Italian migration and experiences in the Mississippi Delta between the late nineteenth and mid-twentieth centuries. It interrogates the Italian padrone system as a form of confinement and examines relationships between Italians and African Americans because of their shared proximity and experience in the rural Jim Crow South. \nDr. Fletcher is an Assistant Professor of History and Co-Director\, Hub for Black Affairs and Community Engagement at Butler University\, Indianapolis\, IN. Please join her as she explores this important period of history in Italian immigration history. \nWhen: August 24\, 2025; 2:00 pm \nWhere: Glendale Library; 3660 E 62nd St\, Indianapolis\, IN 46220 \nNo RSVP necessary \nAlways free and open to the public \nQ&A will follow the lecture \nLight refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you! \n August 24\n @\n2:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Glendale Library\n\n3660 East 62nd St\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46220\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n (317) 275-4410 \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Italy Travel URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-lecture-series-down-in-the-delta-race-relations-between-african-and-italian-americans-in-mississippi-1880-1940-by-charlene-j-fletcher-ph-d/ LOCATION:Glendale Library\, 3660 East 62nd St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46220\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Free Event,Lecture Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250914T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250710T020118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T020255Z UID:22070-1757844000-1757844000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Chapel in the Meadow Mass DESCRIPTION:Chapel in the Meadow Mass\n(Remembering past Italian POWs) \n  \nPitch-in lunch following. \n  \n September 14\n @\n10:00 am\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Camp Atterbury\n\n3008 Old Hospital Rd.\n \n Edinburgh\,\n IN\n 46124\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Lecture Series – Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D. \n\n\n \n IHSI Lecture Series – Masking the Theatre: Traditions from Ancient Rome to Commedia dell'Arte URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/chapel-in-the-meadow-mass/ LOCATION:Camp Atterbury\, 3008 Old Hospital Rd.\, Edinburgh\, IN\, 46124\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251005T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251005T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250530T014232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T014257Z UID:21866-1759672800-1759672800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Lecture Series - Masking the Theatre: Traditions from Ancient Rome to Commedia dell'Arte DESCRIPTION:IHSI Lecture Series – Masking the Theatre: Traditions from Ancient Rome to Commedia dell’Arte\nChristopher Bungard\, Professor of Classics – Department of History\, Anthropology\, and Classics \nButler University \nSunday\, October 5\, 2025 \n2pm \nFort Ben Library; 9330 East 56 th St. Indianapolis\, IN 46216 \nThis talk will trace the uses of masks in Italy from the ancient Roman period through to Commedia dell’Arte. In addition to examining the archaeological evidence we have for masks in the earliest periods\, this talk will give the audience opportunities to explore modern reproductions of Roman masks in order to think about their usefulness for performers of comedies. Some might even be called to help with a bit of performance.  \nChristopher Bungard is a Professor of Classics at Butler University. In addition to articles published on the theatre of Plautus\, especially his clever slaves\, and pedagogy involving theatre practice for understanding the ancient world\, Dr. Bungard has been developing a series of Latin novellae aimed at new Latin learners. These novellae follow the life of a working-class family as they trek their way across Rome to go see comedies by Plautus. When not teaching about Classics\, Dr. Bungard is also very active in Scouting America\, serving as Scoutmaster of Troop 171 in Indianapolis\, an all-girls troop.  \nNo RSVP necessary \nAlways free and open to the public \nQ&A will follow the lecture \nLight refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you! \n October 5\n @\n2:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Fort Ben Library\n\n9330 East 56th St.\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46216\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Lecture Series – Down in the Delta: Race Relations between African and Italian Americans in Mississippi\, 1880-1940 by Charlene J. Fletcher\, Ph.D. URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-lecture-series-masking-the-theatre-traditions-from-ancient-rome-to-commedia-dellarte/ LOCATION:Fort Ben Library\, 9330 East 56th St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Lecture Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251009T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251009T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250816T202534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T202545Z UID:22164-1760032800-1760032800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Tuscan Dinner Celebration of Italian Heritage Month DESCRIPTION:The Italian Heritage Society \ntogether with the\nCarmel-Cortona Sister City Committee\nInvite you to join us for a\nDelectable Tuscan Dinner\nand\nA Celebration of Italian Heritage Month\nWhere: Cortona’s Italian Cuisine and Wine Bar \n209 S. Main St\, Fortville\, IN 46060 \nWhen: Thursday\, Oct 9\, 2025; 6:00 pm \nPrice: $85 per person (includes tax and gratuity) \nWhat: Private\, chef-curated Italian dinner\, 2 glasses of wine \nDinner menu to include: \nAppetizer \nProsciutto e Melone \nPasta entrée \nPici all”Aglione \nMeat entrée \nChicken Piccata with potato and zucchini \nDessert \nTiramisu or Cannoli cake \nWine \nPinot Grigio La Torre \nChianti DOCG Poggiosecco \nCapacity limited to the 60 people … get your tickets early! \nDon’t miss this delightful evening of elegant food and cheerful festivity in a cozy atmosphere \nPurchase tickets here: \n \n Reserve Your Spot URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/tuscan-dinner-celebration-of-italian-heritage-month/ LOCATION:Cortona’s Italian Cuisine and Wine Bar\, 209 S. Main St.\, Fortville\, IN\, 46060\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251110T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250924T163504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T163621Z UID:22262-1762797600-1762797600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Classical Architecture in Indianapolis DESCRIPTION:Classical Architecture in Indianapolis\nSAVE THE DATE \n \nMonday\, November 10\, 2025 \nIndiana Landmarks\, 1201 Central Avenue \n5:30 Doors Open \n6:00 P.M. Lecture \n6:50 Book Signings \n \nClassical Architecture in Indianapolis is sponsored by Indiana Landmarks. Registration tickets can be purchased at https://www.indianalandmarks.org/event/ or by calling 317-639-4534 for in-person and Zoom participation.  Admission for Indiana Landmarks members is free.  Copies of Volume 2 of Architecture in Indianapolis\, 1900-1920 (and Volume 1) may be purchased and signed by the author. \n  \nOn Monday\, November 10\, Dr. James Glass will again present an illustrated lecture on Indianapolis architecture.  His subject will be Classical Architecture in Indianapolis\, and he will begin with the origins of Classical design in the buildings of the Greeks and Romans\, the use of Classical design in the Renaissance\, and the rediscovery of Classical architecture in all of its forms in the United States and in Indianapolis.  The presentation will cover early Greek-inspired buildings\, such as the first Indiana Statehouse\, then turn to Greek Revival landmarks\, such as the Indiana School for the Deaf and Indiana Institute for the Blind.  He will touch on buildings with Classical details derived from the Italian Renaissance\, such as the current Indiana Statehouse and then talk about the influence of the Columbian Exposition of 1893 in reviving interest in Roman and Greek architecture in Indianapolis and elsewhere.  Dr. Glass will then turn to such imposing Classical buildings\, such as the Birch Bayh Federal Courthouse\, the old City Hall\, the 1915-17 Indianapolis Public Library\, and the monumental Indiana World War Memorial Plaza.  \n  \nBoth Volumes 1 (1820-1900) and 2 (1900-1920) of Architecture in Indianapolis are being published by Indiana University Press with the key support of Indiana Landmarks.  Additional support from Indiana Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. \n November 10\n @\n6:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Indiana Landmarks Center\n\n1201 Central Avenue\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46202\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n View Venue Website \n\n \n\n\n\n\n Tuscan Dinner Celebration of Italian Heritage Month \n\n\n \n Italian Christmas Party URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/classical-architecture-in-indianapolis/ LOCATION:Indiana Landmarks Center\, 1201 Central Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Lecture Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250710T014924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T224026Z UID:22065-1765126800-1765137600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Festa di Natale 2025 DESCRIPTION:Festa di Natale 2025\nPlease join us for our annual Christmas celebration\nWhere:      Iaria’s Italian Restaurant\, 317 S College Ave\, Indianapolis\, IN 46202 \nWhen:       December 7\, 2025 \nTime:        5pm- 8pm \nWe will enjoy a delectable Italian dinner at Indianapolis’ landmark restaurant\, Iaria’s Italian Restaurant. Iaria’s has been family owned and operated since 1913\, and is currently run by the fourth-generation family members. Our meal will include appetizers dinner\, and dessert\, and will be family style dining of a pre-selected menu of Italian favorites. \nPrice:        Members $50 per person/Non- members $60 per person (includes tax and gratuity) \n\n \nCash bar\nMusic by the incomparable Chad Brown featuring Italian standards\nRecognition of IHSI Scholarship winners\nPresentation and installation of 2026 IHSI Board of Directors\n\nSOLD OUT \nQuestions?? Contact Susan Santore Lew\, 317-691-0139 or Elisa Lucchi-Riester\, secretary@italianheritage.org. \n \n Reserve Your Tickets\n \n\n Date & Time:\n December 7\n @\n5:00 pm\n –\n8:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Iaria’s Italian Restaurant\n\n317 S College Avenue\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46202\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n View Venue Website \n\n \n\n\n\n\n Classical Architecture in Indianapolis \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – January 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-christmas-party-2025/ LOCATION:Iaria’s Italian Restaurant\, 317 S College Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Ticketed Event ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Santore Lew":MAILTO:susan.lew27@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T003343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T130250Z UID:22317-1768996800-1768996800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - January 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – January 2026\nJanuary 21st – The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli \nSummary \nWith The Prince\, Machiavelli made his name synonymous with intrigue and cunning for all time. His instructions to the Prince\, on achieving and maintaining power\, by any and all means available\, became the archetypical philosophy of The Ends Justify The Means. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n January 21\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Festa di Natale 2025 \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – February 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-january-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260208T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260129T141338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T205437Z UID:22815-1770555600-1770566400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Carnevale DESCRIPTION:Italian Carnevale\nSunday\, February 8th\, Elisa & Paola are hosting a Carnevale pitch-in party for anyone who’d like to attend\, bring a dish and optionally come in costume. Children and adults come in costume! For more information click on the link below. Registration is required to meet fire code capacity. \nItalian Carnevale! Mardi Gras! RSVP \nFebruary 8\n@\n1:00 pm\n–\n5:00 pm\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n15757 Viking Meadows Drive\n15757 Viking Meadows Drive \nWestfield\,\nIN\n46074\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nIHSI Book Club – January 2026 \n\nIHSI Book Club – February 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/carnivale-pitch-in-party/ LOCATION:15757 Viking Meadows Drive\, 15757 Viking Meadows Drive\, Westfield\, IN\, 46074\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Ticketed Event ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260129T152736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153032Z UID:22825-1771164000-1771167600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Italian Mardi Gras DESCRIPTION:Speaker Series: Italian Mardi Gras\nSunday\, February 15th\, at 2pm\, Elisa will be discussing Italian Carnevale and how it is celebrated in different parts of Italy. Put on by the Carmel Cortona Sister City organization and the support of the Carmel Library.  It is open to the general public\, but registration is required. There will be light refreshments available. Use this link for more information and to register. \nSpeaker series: Italian Mardi Gras: its roots and regional traditions \n February 15\n @\n2:00 pm\n –\n3:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Carmel Clay Public Library\n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n Carmel\,\n IN\n 46032\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Italian Carnevale \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – February 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/speaker-series-italian-mardi-gras/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 55 4th Avenue SE\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Lecture Series ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T004820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T014704Z UID:22322-1771416000-1771416000@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - February 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – February 2026\nFebruary 18th – Hope:  The Autobiography by Pope Francis \nSummary \nPope Francis originally intended this exceptional memoir to appear only after his death\, but the needs of our times and the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope moved him to make this precious legacy available sooner. Now\, the book stands as his testament; the spiritual\, faith-filled\, as well as moral\, social\, and civic legacy that he envisioned and left for the benefit of all the men and women of the world. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n February 18\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – January 2026 \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – March 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-february-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260303T022927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T023104Z UID:22877-1772901000-1772908200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:The Heartland Film Festival's Best of the Best Fest DESCRIPTION:The Heartland Film Festival’s Best of the Best Fest\n Congratulations to Italian Heritage Society member and Indiana filmmaker\, Andie Redwine who directed the winner of the Audience Choice Award for best documentary\, The Tenderness Tour. It will be shown at the Festival on Saturday\, March 7th at 4:30 p.m. at the Historic Artcraft Theatre. Grammy winning Italian composer and arranger\, Max Lombardo\, wrote the musical score for the film.  To read about The Tenderness Tour and purchase tickets to the Festival\, visit:  https://prod1.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=537728~27bb8d88-7a4a-490a-9366-6ede55d5bfb6&epguid=f8160dfd-2cc1-4a2c-b65a-7a9e9a248699&mdy=3/7/2026&\n March 7\n @\n4:30 pm\n –\n6:30 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Historic Artcraft Theatre\n\n57 N. Main St.\n \n Franklin\,\n IN\n 46131\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – February 2026 \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – March 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/the-heartland-film-festivals-best-of-the-best-fest/ LOCATION:Historic Artcraft Theatre\, 57 N. Main St.\, Franklin\, IN\, 46131\, United States CATEGORIES:Film,Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T005507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T005810Z UID:22328-1773835200-1773835200@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - March 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – March 2026\nMarch 18th – Spartacus by Aldo Schiavone \nSummary \nSchiavone transports us to Italy in the first century BCE\, where the pervasive institution of slavery dominates all aspects of Roman life. In this historic landscape\, carefully reconstructed by the author\, we encounter Spartacus\, who is enslaved after deserting from the Roman army to avoid fighting against his native Thrace. Imprisoned in Capua and trained as a gladiator\, he leads an uprising that will shake the empire to its foundations. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n March 18\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – February 2026 \n\n\n \n The Three Italian Tenors URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-march-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260321T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260321T171500 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251126T133832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T140610Z UID:22560-1774113300-1774113300@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Libiamo! DESCRIPTION:Libiamo!\nIn honor of over 50 years of opera tradition in our great city\, Indianapolis Opera\, in partnership with the Italian Heritage Society of Indiana\, debuts an all-new fundraising event celebrating music\, design\, & culinary artistry. Join us for a curated night of gourmet Italian cuisine\, fine wine\, glamorous fashion\, and transcendent opera singing amid a gallery of Ferrari sports cars! \nEVENT TICKET:  $251 \nIncludes valet parking\, antipasti\, dinner\, wine\, live opera auction showcase \nVIP EXPERIENCE + EVENT TICKET: $326 \nIncludes exclusive pre-event reception with special appetizer\, prosecco toast\, & premium swag bag \nOnly 200 tickets available! \n**$125 of your purchase is tax deductible \nVIP Reception – 4:30 PMEvent Ticket – 5:15 PMDinner – 6:00 PM \nPlease click the following links for additional information or click the button below to purchase tickets: \nEvent Flyer              Preview Video \n \n Purchase Tickets\n \n March 21\n @\n5:15 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Basile Opera Center\n\n4011 N. Pennsylvania St.\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46205\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n View Venue Website \n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – March 2026 \n\n\n \n The Three Italian Tenors URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/libiamo/ LOCATION:Basile Opera Center\, 4011 N. Pennsylvania St.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46205\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260329T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260329T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250829T165929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T170415Z UID:22196-1774810800-1774810800@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:The Three Italian Tenors DESCRIPTION:The Three Italian Tenors\n\n \n Italian Heritage Society Members Exclusive Invitation\nDirect from Rome\nItalian Musica Amore!\nThe Three Italian Tenors’ program\, Italia Musica Amore\, is a unique tribute to Italian song and aria\, saluting the tradition of great Italian tenors such as Luciano Pavarotti\, Andrea Bocelli\, Mario Lanza and Enrico Caruso. This exhilarating and unique musical event features original arrangements of universally loved Italian song and tenor arias\, presenting memorable melodies and themes in a stunning program filled with nostalgia and memorable classics. \nNOTE: To avoid the service fee\, you can purchase directly from the box office. \nReserve Early and Claim Your Discount\nUse Discount Code: Tenors2026 to Receive a 20% Discount from Ticket Price! \nSunday\, March 29\, 2026 7pm \nThe Palladium/Carmel\, Indiana\n1 Carter Green\nCarmel\, IN 46032 \n\nReserve Your Tickets Today!\n \nWebsite:\nhttps://italianheritage.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0ac90a11dcce345536b15b6b3&id=0281c02363&e=5c810c5d99\nMarch 29\n@\n7:00 pm\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\nThe Palladium\n1 Carter Green \nCarmel\,\nIN\n46032\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nItalian Christmas Party \n\nHistoria World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/the-three-italian-tenors/ LOCATION:The Palladium\, 1 Carter Green\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260127T232002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170443Z UID:22769-1775865600-1780185599@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Beginner Italian Language Classes (Group 1\, Carmel Library) DESCRIPTION:Beginner Italian Language Classes (Group 1\, Carmel Library)\nSaturdays April 11th – May 30th – 9:15am-10:45am  \nBeginner Italian Language Classes (Group 1) @ Carmel Library (map below) \nPlease click the button below for the registration form. \n \n Beginner Italian Language Class Registration\n \n April 11\n –\n May 30\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Carmel Clay Public Library\n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n Carmel\,\n IN\n 46032\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Three Italian Tenors \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – April 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-language-classes-2026/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 55 4th Avenue SE\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260127T232554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170559Z UID:22775-1775865600-1780185599@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Beginner Italian Language Classes (Group 2\, Nora Library) DESCRIPTION:Beginner Italian Language Classes (Group 2\, Nora Library)\nSaturdays April 11th – May 30th – 11:15am-12:45pm  \nBeginner Italian Language Classes (Group 2) @ Nora Library (map below) \nPlease click the button below for the registration form. \n \n Beginner Italian Language Class Registration\n \n April 11\n –\n May 30\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Nora Library\n\n 8625 Guilford Avenue\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46240\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n 317-275-4470 \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Three Italian Tenors \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – April 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/beginner-italian-language-classes-2026/ LOCATION:Nora Library\, 8625 Guilford Avenue \, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46240\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260415T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T005947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T010241Z UID:22333-1776254400-1776254400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - April 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – April 2026\nApril 15th – The View from Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani \nSummary \nA transportive\, jet-setting story following a woman’s journey to her ancestral land while grappling with family tensions and a broken heart. Funny\, endearing and empathetic. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n April 15\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Three Italian Tenors \n\n\n \n Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-april-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260127T214205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215917Z UID:22740-1776600000-1776614400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Pasquetta Pitch-In Picnic - 2026 DESCRIPTION:Pasquetta Pitch-In Picnic – 2026\nPlease join us for this year’s Pasquetta pitch-in picnic at Holliday Park!  We plan to meet near the playground. \nPlease click the button below for details. \n \n Pasquetta Picnic 2026 Invitation\n \n April 19\n @\n12:00 pm\n –\n4:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Holliday Park\n\n6363 Spring Mill Rd.\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – April 2026 \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – May 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/pasquetta-pitch-in-picnic-2026/ LOCATION:Holliday Park\, 6363 Spring Mill Rd.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event,Free Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260314T163059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T164945Z UID:22900-1777248000-1777334399@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Joe Giacoletti IHSI Bocce League DESCRIPTION:Joe Giacoletti IHSI Bocce League\nThe Italian Heritage Society of Indiana Bocce Committee invites you to enter a team for a 7-week bocce schedule.  League play begins April 27/28 through June 15/16 with the tournament scheduled for Saturday June 20th.   Games are held at Lacy Park\, at Greer & McCarty Streets. \nPlease click the link below to apply to join the league: \nhttps://italianheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Spring-Bocce-League-Letter-application.doc \n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Edna Balz Lacy Park\n\n700 Greer Street\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Pasquetta Pitch-In Picnic – 2026 \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – May 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/joe-giacoletti-ihsi-bocce-league/ LOCATION:Edna Balz Lacy Park\, 700 Greer Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, United States CATEGORIES:Bocce END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T010439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T010649Z UID:22338-1779278400-1779278400@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - May 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – May 2026\nMay 20th – The Marble Faun by Nathaniel Hawthorne \nSummary \nMarble Faun is a two-volume romance by Nathaniel Hawthorne\, his final complete novel published prior to his death. Set in a fantasy version of 19th century Italy\, Marble Faun mixes elements of a fable\, pastoral\, gothic novel\, and travelogue. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n May 20\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n IHSI Book Club – April 2026 \n\n\n \n Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-may-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20250823T221733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T221812Z UID:22181-1779667200-1780271999@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi DESCRIPTION:Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi\n    TOUR OVERVIEW \n\nExperience the history and charm of southern Italy. Travel to the Italian region of Campania in luxury along a historical itinerary with two DePauw University professors of Classical and Italian history and culture\, Michael and Francesca Seaman. Long considered one of Italy’s most beautiful regions\, Campania has captivated travelers since Antiquity for its stunning landscapes\, vibrant culture\, and world-renowned cuisine. The area offers spectacular natural beauty and magnificent history and art. Tour eight celebrated cities\, including four UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for their outstanding value to humanity. Travel to historic cities\, such as Naples\, the Roman city of Pompeii\, and the ancient Greek city-state Paestum\, Stoll through picturesque towns of breathtaking beauty\, like Amalfi\, Positano\, and Vietri sul Mare\, known for its colorful Maiolica ceramics. We’ll also visit the majestic island of Capri\, home to Roman emperors and famous artists\, writers\, and actors. Stay exclusively in five-star hotels located along the coast in both Sorrento and Naples. Explore this fascinating region with two expert academics who have been professors of Italian history\, culture\, and literature at DePauw University for over 20 years. \n\nWRITE TO FRANCESCA@HISTORIAWORLDTRAVEL.COM FOR FURTHER DETAILS OR CALL 765 247 8759 DATES AND COST \nWhen: May 25-31\, 2026 (7 days\, 6 nights)Cost: $5\,795 per person\, double occupancyAll breakfasts\, two lunches\, and four memorable dinners includedAll tips for maids\, porters\, drivers\, and guides includedReserve a place by September 1st and receive a $200 discount per person ($400 discount per couple)Cost per person\, double occupancy with discount: $5\,595Single occupancy is limited – Please inquire for single occupancy reservationsAcademic Lecture Series included: Five 90-Minute lectures on related topics (monthly January – May) \n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Italy\n\n Italy\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Italian Christmas Party URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/historia-world-travel-2026-tour-splendors-of-naples-and-the-amalfi/ LOCATION:Italy\, Italy ORGANIZER;CN="Michael and Francesca Seaman":MAILTO:francesca@historiaworldtravel.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20260127T222802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170217Z UID:22747-1781481600-1781913599@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:Italian Summer Camp Week 1 DESCRIPTION:Italian Summer Camp Week 1\nAge: 6-9 – mornings 10am-1pmAge: 10-12 – afternoons 2-5 pm \nMin 6 – max 10 campers – first come first serve basis \nLocation: Carmel Clay Public Library \nInformation and Registration Link \nQuestions? Contact Elisaelyluc25@gmail.com \n June 15\n –\n June 19\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Carmel Clay Public Library\n\n55 4th Avenue SE\n \n Carmel\,\n IN\n 46032\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi \n\n\n \n IHSI Book Club – June 2026 URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/italian-summer-camp-2026/ LOCATION:Carmel Clay Public Library\, 55 4th Avenue SE\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Event ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Lucchi-Riester":MAILTO:elyluc25@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260617T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T052438 CREATED:20251013T010841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T011127Z UID:22343-1781697600-1781697600@italianheritage.org SUMMARY:IHSI Book Club - June 2026 DESCRIPTION:IHSI Book Club – June 2026\nJune 17th – Century by Fred Mustard Stewart \n*** Read 280 pages or until end of chapter *** \nSummary \nAn entire century is carved into a passionate epic novel that sweeps from Sicilian prison cells to Fifth Avenue mansions. From Brooklyn to Hollywood\, this is the story of an indomitable Italian family caught up in the mightiest events of all time. \nClub & Book Discussion Leader: Ray Brown (ray.e.brown@sbcglobal.net) \nFormat: Lunch & Socialize @ 12pm; book discussion follows. \nRSVP (rowlettmm@aol.com) appreciated\, but not required. \nNo cost to participate apart from covering your own lunch order & obtaining books. \n June 17\n @\n12:00 pm\n\n \n Add to calendar \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 Meridian Hills Country Club\n\n7099 Spring Mill Rd\n \n Indianapolis\,\n IN\n 46260\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Historia World Travel 2026 Tour: Splendors of Naples and the Amalfi URL:https://italianheritage.org/event/ihsi-book-club-june-2026/ LOCATION:Meridian Hills Country Club\, 7099 Spring Mill Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Club,Free Event ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Rowlett":MAILTO:rowlettmm@aol.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR