For the first edition of 2023, our little chefs will be making Mascherine di Carnevale, which are mardi gras themed masks made out of pasta frolla (Italian shortbread).
This is an event for kids and one guardian or parent to assist.
Join our in-person Italian for Beginners class to learn the basics of the beautiful Italian language. In this course, you will learn everyday words and phrases that will help you speak Italian comfortably. You will practice the Italian alphabet, pronunciation, phonetics, and more.
This class is every Wednesday from February 15 to March 29, 2023, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.
The ICCC is proud to continue to promote Italy’s compelling film legacy by exploring its contemporary films. All movies will be screened at the Milford House. Movies are in Italian with English subtitles. Film starts at 7:00 p.m. All sales are final.
We will be screening Una Relazione (With or Without You) on Wednesday, February 15.
Join us at Davanti Ristorante for a ‘Dine Around’ on Monday, February 20, 2023, at 7 p.m. Get ready to be delighted by Chef Roberto Crescini’s delicious creations.
You must previously register and pay in order to attend this event. Reserve your seat today on Eventbrite or call 713-524-4222 ext. 7. The last day to reserve your seat is Thursday, February 16, 2023.
In this introductory Italian language class, you will learn how to approach people and ask simple questions while touring the city, dining out, shopping, and more. Role-playing and basic conversation are also part of this class.
The class will meet online on Mondays, from February 13 to March 27, 2023, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM.
A four-week course on Italo Calvino, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of his birth.
Calvino, one of Italy’s most celebrated authors of the 20th century, blended fantasy, comedy, and fable to provide his readers with an illuminating perspective on modern life. Class will meet on Mondays, from March 20 to April 10, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
The Italian Language School is a professional institution that teaches and promotes the Italian language and culture. Italian language classes are held year-round for adults and children and range from beginner to advanced level. All our faculty teachers are native Italians and highly qualified. Their loyalty to the school and our programs is rewarded so as to guarantee a quality standard and promote a common goal of continuous improvement. The Italian Language School is the only Institution in town recognized by the Italian government.
Special lectures, events, cultural enrichment classes: these are some of the different ways to learn the Italian language and culture. Discover all of our Cultural Experiences.
I would like to take the time to thank the ICCC for the great work that they do for their members and students. I have been taking classes (both group and private lessons) for about a year and a half and my Italian language skills have improved tremendously. I would like to thank Giulia Iasoni in particular; as you know Giulia is our coordinator and teacher extraordinaire. She is very patient and utilizes innovative, and more importantly, fun methods that make learning the language dynamic and never boring. It is not just about the language per se but also a great dose of Italian culture, taught by a native speaker. She always keeps things fresh and is willing to adapt to the student’s interests. I highly recommend taking private lessons with her. Also, she does a superb job in evaluating and placing students in an appropriate course level which is a very dynamic and evolving process as some students may progress faster than others. I would also like to thank my current teacher, Alia, who is also motto brava, simpatica e paziente. She has been doing an amazing job with online sessions and was able to move us seamlessly into the virtual classroom. I am also impressed by how the ICCC was able to rise to the occasion and promptly switch to online classes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While it is nice to go to school physically, the online classes are as effective and honestly, very convenient. Insomma, I highly recommend the ICCC to those hoping to learn this beautiful language and at the same time enjoy a good dose of culture and history of the bel paese. Keep up the excellent job!
Alex
ICCC Student
Customized Material in Advance and is Very Attentive
I have been taking online private lessons for a month, with a positive experience. I have learned a lot thus far and already feel the progress. The classes are organized and complete. The teacher sends the customized material in advance and is very attentive. The school coordinator is easy to reach and happy to provide advice. Both the teacher and the coordinator are a pleasure to interact with and are readily available.
Estefania
Italian Online Private Lessons
The Teachers are Very Dedicated to Teaching!
I am studying Italian at the ICCC since last August. When this Pandemic started I didn’t want to stop studying because the classes are so interesting and fun. Luckily, the ICCC began classes online. It is an excellent option in this situation or for any person willing to learn a language and does not have enough time. If someone is looking for a place to learn the language or needs to be at a B1 level to ask for the Italian citizenship, without a doubt the ICCC is the place. The teachers are very dedicated to teaching. I had Alessandra and she was amazing. Nowadays, Giulia is my teacher and she is also great! I deeply recommend the ICCC for Italian classes.
Veronica
Class of 2021
Sometimes we Even Have Zoom Aperitivo Together as a Class
During this period of social distancing, the ICCC has adapted to the situation extremely well. They have migrated to online classes through Zoom. The classes through Zoom are turning out to be very interesting and helping us learn Italian differently. It’s also been a great way to stay connected to the city as well as help our local businesses! We are so lucky to have an association like the ICCC in Houston. I would highly recommend taking online Italian lessons with the ICCC! Sometimes we even have Zoom aperitivo together as a class. Thank you ICCC for all you do!
Angela
Class of 2021
Milford House, Your House
The Milford House is over 90 years old. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and seats amidst Houston’s beautiful Museum District, at 1101 Milford Street. The Milford House offers elegance and sophistication at an unbeatable value. There is space for intimate seating as well as a banquet hall, which seats up to 120 people. The House can accommodate the simplest event to a formal reception. Choose this charming and stylish location for your unique event.
Interviews, recipes, events, and news: the dedicated ICCC news section comprises local and national news for everyone who loves Italy! Updates from our clubs, the latest trends in Italy, history snippets, exclusive interviews, Italian food and wine, movies, fashion, art and culture.
I hope you had a fun and relaxing summer break! The ICCC staff spent the summer planning events for you to enjoy this fall and winter seasons. We have so many exciting things coming up!
Enjoy our newest edition of La Voce Italiana January/February 2023. La Voce Italiana is published six times a year by the Italian Cultural & Community Center (ICCC) of Houston as the voice of all things Italian. It is a digital publication where you can find articles about Italian culture and news from the ICCC Houston.
We reflect on 2022 as one of our most successful years yet. We’ve hosted incredible events and guests at the Milford House, and our ICCC family and friends continue to grow.
