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Events

CASA ITALIANA SPRING 2026 CULTURAL PROGRAM

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Ongoing Events

Casa Italiana Book ClubÌý

Casa Italiana hosts this monthly book club for informal discussions ofÌýItalian books. The Club is open to anyone — to practice the Italian language and/or learn about Italy and its culture. The group suggests books, usually by contemporary Italian authors, that reflect the changes that have taken place over time in the language and customs.

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When: First Saturday of each month at 11:30 am

Location:ÌýCasa Italiana LeChase Lounge

For more information, or to put your name on the book club mailing list, please email Casa Italiana (casa@naz.edu) or callÌý585-389-2468.

Library:Ìý

2026-2027 book list

September 12, 2026

Book: TBA.Ìý(Moderator: Maria)

October 3, 2026

AccabadoraÌýby Michela Murgia. (Moderator: Mary)

November 7, 2026

PerfectionÌýby Vincenzo Latronico. (Moderator: Becky)

December 5, 2026

No book; potluck.

January 9, 2027

The Triumph of the LionsÌýby Stefania Auci. (Moderator: Franca)

February 6, 2027

Book: TBA. (Moderator: Andrea)

March 6, 2027

Book: TBA. (Moderator: Angie)

April 3, 2027

Death in SardiniaÌýby Marco Vichi. (Moderator: Helena)

May 1, 2027

Book: TBA. (Moderator: Elaine)

Italian Film Series

TheÌýItalian Film SeriesÌýand theÌýFrank DiMino Casa ItalianaÌýare proud to bring contemporary Italian films to the Rochester area.Ìý

Films will be screened at theÌýPeace Theater (Room A14), located at the lower level of theÌý91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Arts Center.ÌýThere is ample free parking at the center.

The film screening will be followed by a dinner at theÌýFrank DiMino Casa Italiana,Ìýlocated in front of the Arts Center.

Film tickets: Free for 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ students, faculty and staff. New advance ticket price for Casa Italiana members: $7.50. It is cheaper to purchase tickets ahead of time rather than at the door.

Fall 2025 movie calendar:Ìý

  • Saturday, September 6th, 4PM. Movie: L'abbaglio, a film by Roberto Andò.Ìý.
  • Saturday, October 18th, 4PM. Movie:ÌýNapoli - New York,Ìýa film by Gabriele Salvatores.

  • Sunday, November 16th, 4PM. Movie: Dieci giorni con i suoi,Ìýa film by Alessando Genovesi.
  • Saturday, December 13th, 4PM. Movie: Santocielo,Ìýby Francesco Amato.

Spring 2026 movie calendar:

  • Saturday, January 24th, 4PM. Movie:ÌýElena's War,Ìýby Stefano Casertano. Based on a true story.
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  • Sunday, February 15th, 4PM. Movie:ÌýIl nibbio (The Negotiator),Ìýdirected by Alessandro Tonda. Based on true events.
  • Sunday, March 1st, 4PM. Movie:ÌýPrimadonna,Ìýwritten and directed by Marta Savina. In honor of International Women's Day.
  • Saturday, April 11th, 4PM. Movie:ÌýMaschile singolare.ÌýFree and open to the public, with a reception to follow at Casa Italiana.
  • Saturday, May 2nd, 4PM. Movie:ÌýPostponed.

*Tickets can also be purchased at the door at a slightly increased price.*


Italian Conversation TableÌý

The Italian Conversation Table is an informal conversation group led by Daniel Speciale and other members of Frank DiMino Casa Italiana. Its goal is to provide attendees with an opportunity to practice Italian in a casual setting.Ìý

When? Every Thursday at 5 pm. Where? Casa Italiana Le Chase Lounge.Ìý

For more information please contact casa@naz.edu or Daniel Speciale dspecia0@naz.eduÌý


Italian Film Series: Premiering Contemporary Films of Italy