VoluntarItaly 2026: A Decade of Friendship, Volunteering, and Bridges Between Two Countries
In 2016, a simple idea was born: to give young American students an authentic experience in Italy, among host families, summer oratories, and volunteer work. Ten years later, that idea, which became VoluntarItaly, is celebrating its tenth anniversary.The program was born from a collaboration between the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and the Oratori della […]
Italian Heritage Month 2025
All Together Cheering for Detroit City FC – October 11, 2025On October 11, 2025, at Keyworth Stadium in Detroit, Detroit City FC hosted Loudoun United FC in what marked the final home match of the regular season. With more than 6,000 spectators in attendance, the stadium was filled with energy, passion, and a strong sense […]
Grazia Deledda
Bookreading “Il dono di Natale” by Grazia Deledda, a winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature.It’s a touching and meaningful Christmas story—perfect for practicing Italian while enjoying the festive spirit! Saturday – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM– with Daniela – Online October 25, 2025 What to expect?
VoluntarItaly 2025: Official Kick-Off Meeting
The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, represented by Lia Adelfi and Silvia Giorgini-Althoen, along with Giulia Dossena from Oratori Lombardi, hosted a Zoom meeting to officially launch the VoluntarItaly 2025 cultural volunteering program, which will bring together American students and Italian host families. During the meeting, students and families introduced themselves and enthusiastically shared their […]
Europe Day 2025: Michigan Strengthens EU Ties
On May 9, 2025, Governor Gretchen Whitmer hosted Italian Consul Allegra Baistrocchi, Chair of the EU in Michigan, at the State Capitol in Lansing to celebrate “Europe Day.” Whitmer proclaimed May 9 as “Europe Day,” marking the 75th anniversary of the 1950 Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundation for European peace. The event, attended by […]
Giornata della Memoria | Film Screening
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday, January 26, 2025, for the screening of Terezin by Italian director Gabriele Guidi. We gathered with members, friends, and the community at the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan to reflect on the powerful story of Antonio and Martina, whose love and resilience mirrored the experiences of countless artists […]
Book Presentation: La Masseria by Daniela D’Amico Henderson
Held at the Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit, the event was free and open to guests, offering a chance to connect more deeply with Italian heritage, language, and identity. The evening featured a presentation and book signing by Daniela D’Amico Henderson of La Masseria. The novel was introduced in Italian and English to ensure accessibility […]
Italo-Aperi-Disco
On November 22, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan hosted a sold-out evening of culinary delights and musical immersion at the Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit. Guests indulged in healthy Mediterranean appetizers, a tasteful nod to Italy’s rich culinary traditions. As part of the silent disco experience, attendees […]
