BOOK OF THE MONTH | L’Antidoto, by Claudio Cerasa
Claudio Cerasa, editor-in-chief of the newspaper Il Foglio, presents his latest book, L’Antidoto, published by Silvio Berlusconi Editore, in conversation with Claudio Pagliara, Director of the Italian Cultural Institute of New York. Description Isn’t it time to rebel? In the public debate of recent years, a perverse narrative has emerged that tends to interpret the […]
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READING IN ITALIAN
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are invited to take part, accompanied by an adult, in a series of weekly reading sessions in Italian, created and led by Malina Mannarino. Each session will focus on a specific theme and will include: Readings from Italian children’s literature; Guided discussions; Creative, hands-on activities to enrich the […]
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PAROLE DANZANTI (Dancing Words)
Parole danzanti (Dancing Words) is a bilingual creative movement workshop designed for children aged 2 to 5. Through dance, music, and play, it introduces young children to the Italian language in a natural and engaging way. Created and led by Arianna Stendardo Gamble, a dancer, multidisciplinary artist, and educator, the workshop takes place every other Saturday from […]
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The Gians of the Mediterranean, A Conversation with Alberto Luca Recchi
Al is a sea explorer who uses photography to tell the stories of life in the oceans. He led the first expeditions in the Mediterranean in search of whales (1998), sharks (1999), and sperm whales (2004). He is the only Italian to have published a photographic book with National Geographic and to have given a […]
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Food and Future 2026 – Italian Video Art Contest
The Italian Cultural Institute of New York is hosting the final evening of the third edition of “Food and Future – Italian Video Art Contest,” during which the 12 finalist short films (4 from each Academy, each approximately 3 minutes long) will be screened. The competing short films were selected by faculty representatives from the […]
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READING IN ITALIAN
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are invited to take part, accompanied by an adult, in a series of weekly reading sessions in Italian, created and led by Malina Mannarino. Each session will focus on a specific theme and will include: Readings from Italian children’s literature; Guided discussions; Creative, hands-on activities to enrich the […]
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MUSICALISINASCE
Musicalisinasce is a program designed for children aged 0 to 5. Parents or caregivers are required to remain with their children throughout the session. Designed to foster socialization and early development through the universal language of music, the program is led by Claudia Calì, Assistant Professor of Music Education at Queens College.
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AI4Progress – Health: Rethinking the Future of Medicine
Artificial intelligence is forcing us to rethink the future of medicine. It promises to become an increasingly powerful tool alongside radiologists, but it also raises a more radical question: could it one day replace them, at least in some of their functions? AI can already help identify rare diseases that a physician may never have […]
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Concert: Giada Valenti, Italia nel Cuore
An Evening of Timeless Italian Songs Italian singer Giada Valenti takes the audience on a musical journey through some of Italy’s most beloved and internationally celebrated songs. From the timeless romance of “Quando, Quando, Quando”, “Caruso” and “Cinema Paradiso” to the irresistible joy of “Volare,” the passion of “Io che non vivo (senza te),” and the iconic “’O Sole Mio,” Giada brings new life to […]
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READING IN ITALIAN
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are invited to take part, accompanied by an adult, in a series of weekly reading sessions in Italian, created and led by Malina Mannarino. Each session will focus on a specific theme and will include: Readings from Italian children’s literature; Guided discussions; Creative, hands-on activities to enrich the […]
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