Cherrye Moore on Art, Family, and Life: An American Mom in Southern Italy | IAP 379
Join us for a vibrant and heartfelt conversation with Cherrye Moore—writer, art lover, and the self-proclaimed “Queen of the Cilento.” In this lively episode, we dive into family dynamics, the joys and trials of parenting teenagers, and the cultural adjustments that come with raising a child in Southern Italy. As a docent at the Met, Cherrye brings...
17 Destinations Near Milan So Beautiful They Justify Missing a Day in the City
Looking to explore beyond Milan? You’re in luck! The fashion capital of Italy serves as the perfect base for discovering some of Northern Italy’s most stunning destinations. From charming medieval towns and pristine lakes to vibrant cities and coastal gems, we’ve handpicked 17 incredible places you can easily reach by train, car, or organized tour....
“Fedeltà: Soldati. Prigionieri.” Film Screening
Wednesday, September 3, 2025. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh PA. Free with advance registration here. “Fedeltà: Soldati. Prigionieri.” chronicles the experiences of Italian Prisoners of War, mostly captured in North Africa and Sicily, who were sent to Letterkenny Army Depot outside Chambersburg, Pa., durin...
American Airlines launches long-awaited direct flight between Milan and Miami: starting in March 2026
It's official: the direct connection between Milan Malpensa and Miami, which has been awaited for years by travelers, frequent flyers and insiders, will be a reality starting March 29, 2026. Signing it is American Airlines, which with this new route strengthens its presence in Italy and consolidates Malpensa as a strategic hub for transatlantic air...
Champion rower Christina Salvi
The New Trier High School Freshman Girls crew battled choppy waters, fended off fierce competitors and ultimately won a gold medal at the top rowing tournament in the country on May 24 at the Scholastic Rowing Association of America’s Championship Regatta. The event was hosted on the Cooper River in New Jersey, just a few miles east of Philadelphia...
Tuscany: Puccini’s real muse
Giacomo Puccini’s music is inseparable from the landscapes and spirit of Tuscany. Born in Lucca in 1858, Puccini grew up in a city of music, spirituality, and tradition. His father, also a musician, died young, and the family expected Giacomo to continue the musical line; it was in the churches and theaters of Lucca that Puccini first absorbed the...
Why you should try a Real Italian Agriturismo on your next travel
Want to explore Italy authentically, away from the noise of the city and closer to the slow pace of the countryside? Imagine waking up to the scents of grass and earth, enjoying authentic dishes cooked right in front of you by those who learned them from their grandmothers, strolling through vegetable gardens and vineyards guided by those who culti...
Festa Picnic in Peoria (IL) on Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12-5 p.m.
The Summer Festa Picnic is a long-standing family event held by the Society its founding in 1929. The picnic brings a small piece of Italy and its traditions to central Illinois each summer. What began as a social event for Italian immigrants has evolved into the Society's major fundraiser for its scholarship programs. Indeed, the picnic has become...
The Memo-AmIt Project Seeks Italian Americans to Interview
The Memo-AmIt Project aims to explore the legacy of the Second World War in the memory of Italian Americans born approximately between 1965 and 1985 to investigate, through oral history, the relationship between America and Italy since 1945. WWII deeply influenced the lives of many Italian American families, and its legacy has contributed to shapin...
Benvenuti to St. Cugino’s Day, Knoxville’s First Italian-Inspired Summer Feast
The high summer harvest is here in Knoxville, TN: overripe tomatoes are splitting on the vine, that cucumber you meant to pick last week has entered its “blunt object murder weapon” era, and coworkers keep leaving bags of mystery squash on your desk. Might as well just go with the flow, and feast. This Sunday, Aug. 10, St. Cugino’s Day takes over T...
Italy’s agri-food sector strengthens its lead in Europe
Italy’s agri-food sector remains a cornerstone of the national economy and a leader in Europe. In 2023, the industry generated approximately €42.4 billion in added value, the highest among EU countries. When considering the entire food supply chain—including agriculture, processing, agritourism, and agro-energy—the total contribution is estimated a...
Celebrate Oelwein’s Italian Heritage Saturday
Whether you are of Italian descent, have Italian friends, grew up in the neighborhood, or just like Italian food, the invitation is open to everyone to come and celebrate Italian Heritage Day at Red Gate Park in Oelwein (IA) this Saturday. The bocce ball court will be ready for tournament play with registration starting at 10 a.m. The tournament is...