September 24th
11 AM to 4 PM at AIS-Phila

Book an informative conversation with Italian travel specialist Giovanna Chiti as part as a special benefit event sponsored by the America-Italy Society of Philadelphia.

Founder Discover My Italy, Giovanna has been introducing small groups and custom tours to everything that is beautiful, exceptional and delicious about her beloved Italy.

Your 30 minute private consultation with Giovanna is a valuable chance to get expert answers to every question about your upcoming or potential trip to Italy and a great way to support the America-Italy Society of Philadelphia outreach work.

Friday, October 3
6-7 pm at AIS-Phila

Join us for an evening of effortless elegance and Italian flair as we welcome Rosa Agliata, Italian style curator and founder of My Italian Lifestyle, for an inspiring and interactive presentation.

Rosa will share the top Fall fashion trends straight from Italy—what’s making waves in Milan and beyond—along with timeless styling tips to elevate your wardrobe this season.

Bonus Style Moment:
You’ll also learn 3 chic and versatile ways to wear a scarf—the ultimate Italian accessory.

This is a BYOS event: Bring Your Own Scarf! Whether it’s silk, wool, vintage, or brand new—come ready to play, learn, and get inspired.

Enjoy a relaxed, conversational atmosphere with light bites and conversation, surrounded by fellow lovers of Italian culture and style.

Connect with Rosa: linktr.ee/rosaagliata

Experience an exclusive tour of the Italian Renaissance Collection at the National Gallery of Art

October 23rd, 2025

Your ticket includes access to the tour and a seat on the charter bus.

Charter Bus Schedule:
8:30 a.m. - Depart from the AIS office in Philadelphia
11 a.m. - Arrive in D.C. at the National Gallery of Art
1 p.m. - Tour the Italian Renaissance Collection
2 p.m. - Free time
4 p.m. - Depart from D.C.

Tickets are limited to the first 24 people who purchase.

The trip will run with a minimum of 20 people registered by September 20th.

AIS-Phila and Gran Caffè L'Aquila

A sampling tour of authentic Italian food and wine

Join us on selected Saturdays at Gran Caffè l'Aquila for a memorable lunch with typical food, wine, and a presentation on the city we are honoring.

Amalfi Coast – Sept 13con Rosa - Sold Out

Trapani – Sept 27 con Michela

Alghero – Oct 11 con Francesco

Siena – Oct 25 con Peter

Ravenna – Nov 8 con Michele

Trieste – Nov 22 con Lorella

L’Aquila – Dec 6 con Michele- Sold Out

Saturday at 11:30 am
Gran Caffè L’Aquila
1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia (second floor)

Discounted rate for MEMBERS

Celebrating the aperitivo culture

More than just a drink, Aperitivo is a cherished Italian ritual, a sacred pause that bridges the workday and the evening meal. The word itself comes from the Latin "aperire," meaning "to open", and it perfectly describes how Aperitivo is meant to open your appetite and your senses before dinner. It's a relaxed, social gathering where Italians unwind, connect with friends and family, and enjoy a light drink and some delicious bites. Think of it as a pre-dinner moment of "la dolce vita"—the sweet life.

with Rosanna Calabrò

Free for MEMBERS

Online classes dedicated to Italian cinema where you can watch films at home and prepare to discuss and delve into them.
For intermediate-advance Italian students who are passionate or curious about Italian cinema.

Free for MEMBERS and students

Slow Italian is a perfect way for you to improve your comprehension and increase your vocabulary, all of that while learning about Italian Arts!

with Rosanna Calabrò

Free and open to AIS MEMBERS

Books and discussion will be in English on selected Thursday at 4:00 pm ET (ONLINE)

with Alessandra Seggi

Free and exclusive for MEMBERS

Join us Friday nights this spring as we watch and discuss 4 classic films set in Italy!

Expertly translated into English by Elettra Pauletto

Letters connect people, and they convey information and emotion. But for some in Lizzanello, letters are too little and too late.

Throughout the fall we will be reading the book in Italian in our advanced classes. The book, in English, will be part of our January 2026 Italian Book Club.

In the winter, a special event with translator Elettra Pauletto will coronate our reading.

Italian original title: La Portalettere, Nord, 2023.

Americans in Italy at the turn of the century

Luca Cottini, PhD
Creator and host of Italian Innovators
Associate professor of Italian Studies at Villanova University

Postponed

A leading scholar of 20th-century Italian design and literature, Dr. Cottini will explore how American artists, entrepreneurs, and intellectuals shaped Italian culture at the dawn of the modern era.

Italiza

May 28th
5:30 pm ET on Zoom
Free and open to all

Did you know the Italian Government recently made major changes to its citizenship laws and eligibility?
Join lawyer Alessandro Mignacca in reviewing these changes and exploring what they mean for the future of citizenship in Italy.

Joe Caliva (guitarist/vocalist)

May 29th
Aperitivo 5:30 pm - Concert 6:00 pm
at AIS-Phila

Singer and guitarist Joe Caliva returns to his home city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a special evening of classic Neapolitan serenades, or Serenate Napoletane. Through song, Caliva will celebrate the rich history, culture, and spirit of Naples, Italy in this unique performance. As the son of second-generation Italian-American parents, Caliva connects deeply to these timeless melodies, which once served as cherished ties to Italy for immigrants who arrived in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The songs will be performed in their original Neapolitan dialect, accompanied by stories and historical context shared in English.

Barnes Foundation

Tour the Italian collection. Experience a private tour curated exclusively for AIS-Phila and led by Joe Caliva

Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 11 am
English-Speaking Tour* SOLD OUT

Sunday, May 18th, 2025 at 2 pm
English-Speaking Tour* SOLD OUT

*Due to the high request, both tours are now in English

Artist Talk:
Roberto Vignoli e Claudia Quintieri
in Italian

May 9th
Aperitivo at 5:30 p.m.
Lecture at 6 p.m.
at AIS-Phila

RSVP

Roberto and Claudia will present their recently published, collaborative book Accendi una finestra. The book is comprised of Claudia's poems and Roberto's photographs. Each photo was shot in response to the poetry and the classic history from which it derives.

Indipendent Sounds

ACT 1 of Verdi’s “La Traviata”

May 8th, 2025 - 5:30 pm at AIS-Phila (SOLD OUT)

Join IndependentSounds! for a special evening featuring Act I of Verdi’s La Traviata, semi-staged and in costume, hosted by the America-Italy Society of Philadelphia. Enjoy a 30-minute performance followed by a 15-minute lecture from Angela Gilbert, a renowned lyric coloratura soprano with roles at the San Francisco Opera, San Diego Opera, and the Metropolitan Opera. She’ll explore Verdi’s impact on Italian nationalism and opera pitch standards. Reserve your tickets now for this unique blend of performance and history!