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# Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan

Italian Language Classes & Certification Center

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- [Blog](https://www.dantemichigan.org/blog/) - Read more Luisa Bocchietto | Architect Dantemichigan September 28, 2022 Furniture and Sustainability – Architect Luisa Bocchietto, Former President of the Industrial Design Association (ADI) and of the World Design Organization (WDO), talked about furniture, sustainability, Italian design, and how design has expanded from product design to the design of processes and services ... Read
- [The Nativity Scene by Eduardo De Filippo in Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-nativity-scene-by-eduardo-de-filippo-in-detroit/) - Natale in casa Cupiello Presented by the Dante Alighieri Society of MichiganOn December 17, 2019, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan presented a live production of Eduardo De Filippo’s Natale in casa Cupiello (“The Nativity Scene”) to a sold-out audience at the Village Players of Birmingham. The event was organized in collaboration with the N.O.I.
- [The 32nd Annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students
.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-32nd-annual-italian-songs-and-arias-vocal-competition-for-michigan-high-school-students/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan is once again a proud sponsor of the Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan Vocal Competition. The Concert of the Finalists of this always exciting event, sponsored by the Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan, in collaboration with the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation, the Dante Alighieri Society of
- [Italian Film Festival Detroit: Elvira Notari](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-film-festival-detroit-elvira-notari/)
- [Science, Innovation, and Cultural Heritage](https://www.dantemichigan.org/science-innovation-and-cultural-heritage/)
- [Sport, community, and well-being: a tennis mini-tournament for the International Day of Sport](https://www.dantemichigan.org/sport-community-and-well-being-a-tennis-mini-tournament-for-the-international-day-of-sport/) - At the Franklin Athletic Club, on April 12, 2026, an open-participation tennis mini-tournament took place, organized by the Com.It.Es. of Detroit in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, with technical direction by Jacopo Alaimo.The CONI, Detroit, initiative represented a meaningful moment of
- [Italian Heritage Month 2025](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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
- [Aperitivo Artistico con Michelangelo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/aperitivo-artistico-con-michelangelo/) - Art, culture, and inspiration. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, guests gathered at the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan for an unforgettable cultural experience. The lecture brought together art enthusiasts, members of the community, and lovers of Italian culture for an evening that beautifully combined learning, conversation, and conviviality.Led by Dr. Erika Caturegli, the presentation offered
- [Celebrating Dante 2025](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-dante-2025/) - What a wonderful Potluck on Belle Isle!There was no better way to bring people together than with food, stories, and children games.We gathered around the beautifully restored Dante Alighieri statue, our symbol of culture, language, and connection.Guests brought their favorite Italian dishes to share, children from Magifiaba and Magiscuola played joyfully with their teachers, adding
- [International Women’s Day](https://www.dantemichigan.org/womens-day-international-womens-daywomens-day/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan welcomed a full house on Sunday, March 8, for a special screening of La ragazza con la pistola by Mario Monicelli, a sharp and witty comedy that becomes a powerful story of female self-determination. The event opened with remarks by Paolo Zanotto, Consul of Italy in Detroit, who introduced
- [Miseria e Nobiltà was Performed to a Sellout Crowd](https://www.dantemichigan.org/miseria-e-nobilta-is-performed-to-a-sellout-crowd/) - By Sandra TornbergThe classic Italian comedy Miseria e Nobiltà (Misery and Nobility) was presented at the Marygrove Conservancy and Liberal Arts Theater in Detroit on Saturday, March 9. The play was written in the Neapolitan dialect by Eduardo Scarpetta in 1887. The play was produced by the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, supported by the
- ["Benedetto Croce: the philosopher that intimidated Mussolini"](https://www.dantemichigan.org/benedetto-croce-the-philosopher-that-intimidated-mussolini-by-armando-delicato/) - "Benedetto Croce: the philosopher that intimidated Mussolini". A lecture by Armando Delicato Benedetto Croce (died in 1952) is a leading Italian philosopher. His major contribution to philosophy was in the area of historical meaning. Croce's place in the wider realm of history is the result of his enormous prestige in Italy and the world that
- [Great Italian Short Stories of the Twentieth Century | Friday, January 16 at 7pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/book-club-meeting-october-24-2014/) - Italian Book Club – Friday, January 16, 2015 at 7 pm 630 N Old Woodward - Suite 102 Birmingham, MI 48009 Great Italian Short Stories of the Twentieth Century/I grandi racconti italiani del Novecento: A Dual-Language Book (English and Italian). Edited and translated by Jacob Blakesley. This anthology highlights the rich range of modern Italian
- [Luigi, Faber & Genova](https://www.dantemichigan.org/luigi-faber-genova/) - The Consulate of Italy in Detroit in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan presented, Luigi, Faber & Genova, omaggio ai cantautori italiani Tenco, De André e una grande città mediterranea un recital di e con Elena Buttiero e Ferdinando Molteni Pianoforte, chitarra, voce. Canzoni e parole che ci hanno raccontato
- [Iaia Forte brings Sorrentino's Novel to Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/iaia-forte-performing-detroit/) - On Saturday, June 14, the DAS, with the generous sponsorship of Brembo and Reply, partnered with the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Consulate of Italy in Detroit for an exceptional evening dedicated to two beautiful expressions of Italian passion, soccer and art. A crowd gathered in Kresge Court to watch Italy defeat England 2-1
- [Valerio Massimo Manfredi](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-book-club-june-24-2016-valerio-massimo-manfredi-ides-march/) - Italian Book Club | Le idi di marzoWe welcome the Dante Alighieri members and non-members to join us in this exciting adventure in Italian literature. We are meeting every three months to discuss a book by an Italian Author. The discussion will be in English unless all the participants speak Italian. Feel free to read the
- [Simone Cinotto: The Italian American Table](https://www.dantemichigan.org/simone-cinotto-the-italian-american-table/) - A seat near the table with Simone by Scott ShultzI first visited Italy around ten years ago, where I spent a week in a B&B that was run by a kind family in Piemonte. Perhaps because I hadn't yet learned the word "basta" I enjoyed delicious and nearly endless meals each night. In addition
- [Involuntary Witness by Gianfranco Carofiglio](https://www.dantemichigan.org/book-club-tbd-october-16-2015/) - Translated by Patrick CreaghInvoluntary Witness is the first book in a series featuring Italian trial lawyer Guido Guerrieri, who lives in Bari, Italy. The author, Gianrico Carofiglio, is a former Italian judge, so the legal aspects of his novels are very accurate and interesting in their own right due to the complexity of the Italian
- [Porte aperte by Leonardo Sciascia](https://www.dantemichigan.org/porte-aperte-open-doors-leonardo-sciascia-lecture-joseph-francese/) - Join us for this special Caffè & Cultura by Professor Joseph Francese.Professor Francese will discuss with us the book Open Doors by Leonardo Sciascia "Open Doors" (the screen adaptation was nominated for an Academy Award as best foreign film in 1990) looks behind the duel between a prosecutor and a Sicilian judge in Palermo who
- [Aldo Cazzullo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/aldo-cazzullo-il-posto-degli-uomini/) - Il posto degli uomini: Dante in Purgatorio dove andremo tuttiA book presentation with the author Aldo Cazzullo from Italy. For Dante’s 700th anniversary of his death, Mondadori released the sequel to “A riveder le Stelle” by Aldo Cazzullo, to pay homage to the “Poet who invented Italy,” continuing on the journey of the Divine Comedy
- [“Are the Passengers Saved?” News!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/are-passengers-saved/) - Local Author filming movie in Detroit & Italy about surviving deadly shipwreck. “The Titanic of the 1950s” inspires a local woman’s life-long mission to expose the controversial truth about the ship’s captain. Trailer and Media Coverage! Media coverage in Italy: La Rai “Community”, July 23, 2015 http://www.rai.tv/StatisticheProxy/tagCloudVisualizza.jsp?tagName=pierette-domenica-simpson&nometag=cGllcmV0dGUtZG9tZW5pY2Etc2ltcHNvbg== Video Interview: http://12alle12.it/san-martino-c-se-il-paese-diventa-set-della-docu-fiction-ispirata-al-libro-lultima-notte-dellandrea-doria-di-pierrette-domenica-simpson-158928 Video made by ANSA: http://www.ansa.it/sito/videogallery/spettacolo/2015/07/28/un-docu-film-sulla-tragedia-dellandrea-doria_8ecb26f2-8246-4cf9-abf4-ce6c553734e4.html The OIakland Press: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/arts-and-entertainment/20150629/shipwreck-survivor-sets-record-straight-for-anniversary-of-andrea-doria-sinking
- [Ascoltando le maree by Guido Mattioni](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-book-club-march-25-2016/) - A novel that will touch your heart, Guido Mattioni’s Whispering Tides has the power, within its well-crafted narrative, to make the reader a protagonist, not merely a spectator, by triggering sensations that may have seemed forgotten but are like fire under the ashes, waiting for a chance to take over. The yearning for a “natural
- [Il senso del dolore By Maurizio de Giovanni](https://www.dantemichigan.org/book-club-tbd-april-17-2015/) -  I Will Have Vengeance—Il senso del dolore By Maurizio de Giovanni Set in Naples in 1931, the novel takes place during the early rule of Il Duce, Benito Mussolini, at a time in which the gap between the wealthy and poor is enormous. Angelo Garzo, the Vice Questore in charge of Ricciardi’s department, “whose life
- [Agostino by Alberto Moravia](https://www.dantemichigan.org/book-club-tbd-july-17-2015/) - Dante Alighieri Society Book Club Friday, July 17, 2015 7 Agostino By Alberto Moravia Thirteen-year-old Agostino is spending the summer at a Tuscan seaside resort with his beautiful, widowed mother. When she takes up with a cocksure new companion, Agostino, feeling ignored and unloved, she begins hanging around with a group of local young toughs.
- [Italian Ecocinema Beyond the Human](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-ecocinema-beyond-the-human/) - Italian Ecocinema Beyond the Human Author Elena Past talked about how filmmaking practice—from sound recording to location scouting to managing a production—helps uncover cinema’s ecological footprint and can offer new perspectives on the nonhuman world
- [Dacia Maraini | Sguardo a Oriente ](https://www.dantemichigan.org/simply-dacia-maraini/) - Friday, November 3, 2023 | Meet Dacia Maraini.The conversation will take place primarily in English; Italian and non-Italian speakers are welcome to join! Sguardo a Oriente is a collection of reportages, memories, and stories about various Asian countries, including Afghanistan, China, Korea, Japan, India, Iran, Palestine, Pakistan, Syria, Tibet, Turkey, Vietnam, and Yemen. In this
- [Grazia Deledda](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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? We’ll read and discuss the story together (no
- [Book Presentation: La Masseria by Daniela D'Amico Henderson](https://www.dantemichigan.org/book-presentation-la-masseria-by-daniela-damico-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
- [The Prince by Niccolò Macchiavelli](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-book-club-prince-niccolo-macchiavelli-oct-28/) - The Prince is a 16th century political treatiese, by the Italian diplomat and political theorist, Niccolò Machiavelli. A printed version was first published in 1532, five years after Machiavelli's death. This was done with the permission of the Medici pope, Clement VII. Machiavelli's inspiration for The Prince was his experience in the courts of Europe
- [Love IT Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/love-it-detroit/) - September 2022 marked the start of the highly anticipated and first-ever collaboration between the Consulate of Italy, in partnership with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, and the Detroit Month of Design – a 30-day exhibition filling one glorious space in the heart of downtown at 1001 Woodward Avenue. So experience and celebrate Italy in
- [Week of Italian Language 2021](https://www.dantemichigan.org/xxi-week-of-italian-language/) - Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan presented:“The Evolution of the Romantic Poem”, by Erika CaturegliDuring this Anno Dantesco, Dante Alighieri of Michigan explored Dante’s poetry before the creation of the Divine Comedy by selecting poems in which he talks about his beloved Beatrice. In this retrospective in honor of the Settimana della Lingua, we will look
- [The Fall of the Roman Empire | From Darkness to Light | Sunday, January 18 at 4:30pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/la-caduta-dellimpero-romano-dal-buio-alla-luce/) - "If we want to understand our present we need to discover our history". That is why we believe that the Fall of the Roman Empire signs the beginning of a new Era. We will learn the reasons for this “Fall”, and the consequences that had brought darkness to many fields, but strength to others;
- [Building Memories | Carnevale Italiano](https://www.dantemichigan.org/building-memories-carnevale-italiano/) - What a wonderful day of laughter, imagination, and togetherness!Our recent celebration brought families, children, and teachers together for an afternoon filled with performances, music, and festive spirit. The room was alive with color, excitement, and proud smiles as our children took center stage.The children presented a special play and delightful rhymes, captivating everyone with their
- [A Mosaic of Dialects](https://www.dantemichigan.org/a-mosaic-of-dialects/) - XXV Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel MondoPresented in collaboration with the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, Com.It.Es. Detroit, and the Dante Alighieri Society of MichiganA Journey Through Linguistic Diversity in Italy – A Mosaic of DialectsPresented by Alessandra Cuzzocrea with the collaboration of Lia AdelfiAlessandra guided us through the richness of Italophony and Italy’s living
- [Commemoration for Giornata della Memoria Draws Strong Community Participation](https://www.dantemichigan.org/commemoration-for-giornata-della-memoria-draws-strong-community-participation/) - Approximately 75 guests gathered to mark Giornata della Memoria (Holocaust Remembrance Day) at a moving event organized by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan. The evening opened with remarks from the newly appointed Italian Consul in Detroit, Paolo Zanotto, who shared the powerful story of a family’s resistance
- [A Fun Christmas Day of Games and Tombola](https://www.dantemichigan.org/a-fun-christmas-day-of-games-and-tombola/) - For the children in our L1, L2, and Pre-AP classes, the teachers organized a joyful Christmas-themed day filled with play, learning, and togetherness. The morning began with a variety of age-appropriate activities designed to spark curiosity and fun, including riddles, puzzles, “find the differences,” mazes, Christmas Sudoku, hidden holiday objects, crosswords, and rebus puzzles. These
- [Caravaggio’s Genius Comes to Life](https://www.dantemichigan.org/caravaggios-genius-comes-to-life/) - On Saturday, November 8, at the Marygrove Theatre in Detroit, the Neapolitan company Teatri 35 staged Per Grazia Ricevuta, an extraordinary performance of tableaux vivants inspired by the masterpieces of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The initiative, organized by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, with support from the
- [Christie Caputo: Images and Stories](https://www.dantemichigan.org/christie-caputo-images-and-stories/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan hosted an intimate aperitif evening with Detroit-based photographer Christie Lynn Caputo. In a warm, relaxed atmosphere, guests were invited to explore Christie’s stunning photographic prints and hear the captivating stories behind her Italian journey. Christie, a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and and member
- [Divina Commedia: Manuele Morgese](https://www.dantemichigan.org/divina-commedia-manuele-morgese/) - On Friday, September 19, 2025, the General Lectures Hall at Wayne State University in Detroit turned into a journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise.Renowned Italian actor Manuele Morgese brought to life five of the most iconic and powerful cantos from Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy, performed entirely in the original Italian with extraordinary passion and intensity.Accompanying
- [Festa della Repubblica 2025](https://www.dantemichigan.org/festa-della-repubblica-2025/) - Daniela D’Amico Henderson, DAS of Michigan vice-president was awarded with the prestigious title of Knight of the Italian Republic on June 2, 2025—Festa della Repubblica. Receiving this honor on a day officially proclaimed "Italian National Day in Michigan" by Governor Whitmer. It was celebrated with a special ceremony at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe,
- [Cabrini Movie - Ann Arbor](https://www.dantemichigan.org/cabrini-movie-ann-arbor/)
- [Anna Maria Schultz Wins Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan Vocal Competition](https://www.dantemichigan.org/anna-maria-schultz-wins-verdi-opera-theatre-of-michigan-vocal-competition/) - Anna Maria Schultz, a high school senior from Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, is the $1000 First Prize Winner of the 31st annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students. The Concert of the Finalists of this always exciting event, sponsored by the Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan,
- [Europe Day 2025: Michigan Strengthens EU Ties](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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
- [Alessandro Manzoni (1785–1873): A Celebration of His Life and Legacy](https://www.dantemichigan.org/alessandro-manzoni-1785-1873-a-celebration-of-his-life-and-legacy/) - On Sunday, May 18, 2025, we commemorated Alessandro Manzoni, one of Italy’s most influential writers. Renowned for his masterpiece I Promessi Sposi (The Betrothed), Manzoni revolutionized Italian literature and championed the Tuscan dialect, helping to unify the nation linguistically. Dr. Erika Caturegli, the host for this lecture, a literary enthusiast with a background in modern
- [VoluntarItaly 2025: Official Kick-Off Meeting](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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
- [Luigi Maria Vignali in visita a Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/luigi-maria-vignali-in-visita-a-detroit/)
- [Celebrating Dante on Belle Isle](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-dante-in-belle-isle/) - Members and friends of the Dante Alighieri Society participated in the end-of-summer potluck event.…until next year!
- [Italian Heritage Night at Little Caesars Arena](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-heritage-night-at-little-caesars-arena/) - In Detroit, during the Pistons' final home game, marking their return to the playoffs after six years, over 250 Italians celebrated Made in Italy at Little Caesars Arena. The event, organized by the Consulate of Italy and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, featured 50 Italian excellence representatives competing in a mini-basketball tournament, commemorating Made
- [International Sport Day 2025](https://www.dantemichigan.org/international-sport-day-2025/) - Mini Tennis Tournament in Bloomfield Hills: A Success of Sport and Joy On April 6, 2025, the Tennis Club in Bloomfield Hills hosted an exciting mini-tennis tournament organized by Comites in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit. The event, part of the 2025
- [The Restored Dante Alighieri Monument on Belle Isle, Detroit.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-restored-dante-alighieri-monument-on-belle-isle-detroit/) - Putting Poetry on a Pedestal:Unvealing the Restored DANTE ALIGHIERI Monumenton Belle Isle. The Italian community thus encountered obstacles in their mission to honor Dante, but they persisted.Raffaello Romanelli, a renowned Italian sculptor, was commissioned to create a second bust of Dante. However, the new bust faced challenges upon arrival in Detroit, as it was
- [Celebrating Carnevale](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-carnevale/) - A Fantastic Italian Carnevale Celebration! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our joyful and creative event! Your enthusiasm made the day truly special, from the fantastic Play & Rhymes performances by our talented children to the lively Masked Dance and the festive Final Train Dance. The Mask-Making Workshops showcased incredible creativity, and the
- [Giornata della Memoria | Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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
- [A Night of Italian Opera](https://www.dantemichigan.org/a-night-of-italian-opera/)
- [Italo-Aperi-Disco](https://www.dantemichigan.org/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
- [100 Years Gala at DIA](https://www.dantemichigan.org/100-years-gala-at-dia/)
- [How Dante Alighieri keeps mattering](https://www.dantemichigan.org/how-dante-alighieri-keeps-mattering/) - We believe Dante Alighieri played a fundamental role in the beginning of the Renaissance, which brought about so much change to society. It allowed us to begin to satirize institutions and authority. It gave us the beginning of art, architecture, and learning.
- [The IX Week Italian Cuisine in the World: Film Screening and Potluck](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ix-settimana-cucina/) - Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan Celebrates Settimana Della Cucina Italiana Nel Mondo (Week of Italian Cuisine in the World) 2024 November 16 through 22 was designated the 9th Annual edition of Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo (Week of Italian Cuisine in the World) by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A showcase for Italy
- [Eastern Market After Dark](https://www.dantemichigan.org/eastern-market-after-dark/) - The Consulate of Italy in Detroit inaugurated the amazing mural by Hubert Massey and Nico Lopez Bruchi, as always, with the Dante Alighieri Society for LoveITDetroit.
- [Students of GVSU awarded](https://www.dantemichigan.org/students-of-gvsu-awarded/) - On the occasion of the Week of the Italian Language in the World 2023, our headquarters selected and awarded the video created by the students of Grand Valley State University. This achievement reflects their commitment and passion for the Italian language and culture. We congratulate with the students for their excellent work: Taurean Allen, Nicole
- [Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan  and American University of Rome scholarships](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-alighieri-society-of-michigan-and-american-university-of-rome-scholarships/) - The American University of Rome (AUR) and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan launched a dedicated summer scholarship program this year, awarding two scholarships for students to study in Rome during the summer of 2024. This collaboration reflects both institutions' commitment to promoting Italian culture and providing exceptional educational opportunities. The scholarship program awarded two
- [Michele Riondino with Palazzina Laf at DIA](https://www.dantemichigan.org/34224-2/) - In April, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan sponsored the film "Palazzina Laf" for the Italian Film Festival in Detroit, which featured a brilliant program. Michele Riondino, the director, was personally presented by Elena Past on a delightful evening at the Detroit Institute of Art. From the outset, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan has
- [Il Luogo dei libri "The Place of Books"](https://www.dantemichigan.org/il-luogo-dei-libri-the-place-of-books/) - Il nuovo numero della rivista "IL LUOGO DEI LIBRI" Un fascicolo dedicato all'interazione tra parole e musica, intitolato: "Letteratura e musica: la sonorità della parola tra armonie e disaccordi", con gli interessanti contributi di Giuseppe Lucca, della Prof.ssa Giuseppina Giacomazzi e del Prof. Eugenio Ambrosi.La copertina è dedicata a un'opera in digital art dell'artista Gabriel
- [Great Success for the Film Screening “The Last Time We Were Children”
](https://www.dantemichigan.org/great-success-for-the-film-screening-the-last-time-we-were-children/) - The Consulate of Italy and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan recently commemorated International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a film screening titled “The Last Time We Were Children.” The event focused on remembrance and the Italian commitment to combating xenophobia and discrimination. Consul Allegra Baistrocchi introduced the event to an audience of almost 300 people,
- [Amir Issaa in Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/amir-issaa-in-detroit/) - Lo scorso febbraio, il cantante di hip-hop Amir Issaa, ha incantato i presenti con un concerto intitolato “This is what I live for: an Afro-Italian memoir”. Questo incontro è stato possibile grazie al contributo e l’organizzazione del Consolato d’Italia a Detroit, la Dante Alighieri del Michigan, la Wayne State University e Michigan State University. Last
- [Dante, l'esilio di un Poeta](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-lesilio-di-un-poeta/) - On May 25th, at our headquarters in Bingham Farms, the docu-film "The Exile of a Poet," directed by Fabrizio Bancale and produced by the Dante Alighieri Society on the occasion of the 700th anniversary of the death of the Sommo Poeta, was screened. Like a true itinerary through images, the film traverses the places "touched"
- [Annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for High School Students](https://www.dantemichigan.org/annual-italian-songs-and-arias-vocal-competition-for-high-school-students/) - Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for High School Students The Concert of the Finalists is always an exciting event, sponsored by the Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan, in collaboration with the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation, the Italian American Cultural Society, the
- [We have moved!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/we-are-moving/) - Friends and Valued Members, We're excited to announce that DAS of Michigan has moved to a new office space! Our new address is:30100 Telegraph Rd. Ste. 322 | Bingham Farms, MI 48025(East Entrance) Starting from November 30, all operations, meetings, and correspondence will take place in our new location. This move allows us to better
- [LoveITDetroit Opening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/loveitdetroit-opening/) - Day One of LoveITDetroit LoveITDetroit launched on September 1. This year’s installation once again showcases the Made in Italy vision, highlighting how Italian companies have embarked on a path toward sustainability, integrating this approach with the essence of the Made in Italy. The exhibit features wooden statues by Willy Matthias, and Christian Verginers, glass pieces
- [LoveITDetroit 2023 Edition](https://www.dantemichigan.org/loveitdetroit-2023-edition/) - After the success of the 2022 edition, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan have decided to confirm their participation in the 2023 edition of the Detroit Month of Design, with the project called "LoveITDetroit", which won the first edition of the "City of Italian Creativity in the World" organized by the Italian Ministry of
- [122nd Anniversary of the Adrian Train Wreck on October 1.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/122nd-anniversary-of-the-adrian-train-wreck-on-october-1/) - The Com.It.Es. Detroit, a non-profit Italian organization representing Italians living abroad, under the Auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit is hosting the 122nd anniversary of the Adrian Train Wreck on October 1.In 1901, 135,996 Italians arrived in the United States to start a new life full of hope. It was Thanksgiving Eve, November
- [Digital Solidarity](https://www.dantemichigan.org/digital-solidarity/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan is participating to the "Digital Solidarity" campaign to help people cope with COVID-19 lockdown in a totally FREE way! In collaboration with Mareluna Cooperativa Sociale, ONLUS (Non Profit organization) is offering online English classed to children, residing in Italy, ages 6-10.Teachers, students, and families around the world are affected
- [Festa della Musica 2019](https://www.dantemichigan.org/festa-della-musica-2019/) - The Festa della Musica is inspired by the values of the international Fête de la Musique. An event born in France in 1981 that later became an international phenomenon. Nowadays, the Fête de la Musique simultaneously involve many cities all around the world. In June, at the very beginning of the summer, for the summer
- [Christopher Picchiello](https://www.dantemichigan.org/christopher-picchiello/) - Alle mie nuove famiglie italiane, grazie. Grazie per questa esperienza che mi ha cambiato per sempre. Grazie per l’amore che mi avete dato. Grazie per le risate. Grazie per l’ospitalità. Grazie per i ricordi che staranno con me per sempre. Grazie per tutte le cose che avete fatto per me. Grazie, perché adesso ho nuovi
- [Santa Fabio Shared Memories](https://www.dantemichigan.org/santa-fabio-shared-memories/) - On May 19 DAS hosted a special Caffè & Cultura with Santa Fabio. Santa Fabio is a professional photographer in the Detroit area who specializes in people and journalistic projects for corporations and magazines. A second generation Italian, Ms. Fabio will shared the love and passion she has for the people and family she has
- [Melissa](https://www.dantemichigan.org/melissa/) - Non ho mai visto ragazzi con tanta energia! Sempre ballando, giocando, e sorridenti! Grazie a tutti per questa esperienza!
- [Gino Bartali: The Invisible Hero](https://www.dantemichigan.org/gino-bartali-the-invisible-hero/) - In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, which is observed on January 27, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan organizes activities commemorating those Italians who suffered persecution under the Nazi occupation during World War II and as a result of the Racial Laws imposed by the Fascist government. This year the Dante, in collaboration with the
- [The 25th Annual Concert Finalists of
 Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition 
for Michigan High School Students](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-25th-annual-concert-finalists-of-italian-songs-and-arias-vocal-competition-for-michigan-high-school-students/) - Natalie Corrigan, Rachel Miltimore, and Jarrett Hazelton are the three top winners of the recently held Concert of the Finalists of the prestigious Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan's annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students, which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year. The Verdi Opera's mission is to encourage and
- [Carlo Ratti](https://www.dantemichigan.org/carlo-ratti-loveitdetroit/) - In simultaneous collaboration with Detroit Month of Design and, for the first time ever, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, LoveITDetroit, an active design, innovation, and architectural exhibition like nothing Detroit has experienced before.More Italy in Detroit. More Detroit in Italy. In highly experiential, collaborative, passion-fueled,
- [World Week of Italian Cuisine](https://www.dantemichigan.org/world-week-of-italian-cuisine/) - "The Extraordinary Italian Taste, VI Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo”“Educazione alimentare: la cultura del gusto”.This year, DAS of Michigan celebrated the Conegliano and Valdobbiadene hills, where the grapes that produce the famous Prosecco sparkling wine - Unesco's World Heritage Site. With Five Prosecco Tasting & Italian appetizers we also learned about the Hills home of the
- [Thank YOU All!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/thank-you-all/) - THE PHYSICAL SPACE Designed by the world-famous architect Roberto Palomba of Palomba-Serafini, the installation was housed in the heart of Detroit in a building owned by Bedrock. The space created by the architect Palomba, through arches, lights, and corridors, aimed to reproduce that of an Italian square. Inside, thanks to the participation of 60 Italian
- [Wayne State students @ B.Energy](https://www.dantemichigan.org/wayne-state-students-b-energy/) - On May 18th, B.Energy hosted a delegation led by Professor John Taylor and seventeen students from Wayne State University of Detroit (MI) School of Business, Global Supply Chain Department. The visit to B.Energy gave them a complete overview of the industrial production cycle by analyzing waste management issues and technologies. Particularly interested in the automotive
- [Detroit City FC challenge!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/detroit-city-fc-challenge/) - Players of the Amazing Detroit City FC have joined LoveIT Detroit challenge! We thank the team and the players for joining in on the fun.
- [Il Giorno della Memoria – Holocaust Remembrance Day! | Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/il-giorno-della-memoria-holocaust-remembrance-day-film-screening/) - In honor of the “Giornata della Memoria” – Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed globally on January 27) – the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan commemorated those Italians who suffered persecution as a result of the Racial Laws imposed by the Fascist government and under the Nazi occupation during World
- [Manca solo Mozart | Only Mozart is Missing](https://www.dantemichigan.org/manca-solo-mozart-only-mozart-is-missing/) - Offered by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and organized in collaboration with In Scena.Manca solo Mozart (Only Mozart is Missing) written & directed by Antonio Grosso, was performed by Marco Simeoli on Saturday, May 6 at the Marygrove Conservancy and Liberal Arts Theater.Based on the true stories
- [Ruben Abbattista](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ruben-abbattista-loveitdetroit/) - In simultaneous collaboration with Detroit Month of Design, and for the first time ever, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, LoveITDetroit, an active design, innovation and architectural exhibition like nothing Detroit has experienced before.More Italy in Detroit. More Detroit in Italy. In highly experiential, collaborative, passion
- [Silvio Angori | Pininfarina](https://www.dantemichigan.org/silvio-angori-pininfarina-loveitdetroit/) - In simultaneous collaboration with Detroit Month of Design, and for the first time ever, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, LoveITDetroit, an active design, innovation and architectural exhibition like nothing Detroit has experienced before.More Italy in Detroit. More Detroit in Italy. In highly experiential, collaborative, passion
- [MUNER – Motorvehicle University](https://www.dantemichigan.org/muner-motorvehicle-university/) - MUNER – The Motorvehicle University of Emilia-Romagna has the most famous automotive Companies in the world put their know-how and the most innovative technologies at the service of students who want to become the new professionals in the automotive field and are willing to design road and racing vehicles, more sustainable propulsion systems and the
- [IDR (Italian Doc Remix) North American Tour](https://www.dantemichigan.org/idr-italian-doc-remix-north-american-tour/) - IDR (Italian Doc Remix) 2022 Tour was Sponsored By: Italian Cultural Institute in ChicagoItalian Cultural Institute in TorontoItalian Cultural Center in MinneapolisDante Alighieri Society of MichiganUnder the Auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit. IDR (Italian Doc Remix) was founded by Italian-born guitarist and composer Marco Cappelli and American-born percussionist Jim Pugliese. The group
- [Luisa Bocchietto | Architect](https://www.dantemichigan.org/luisa-bocchietto-architect/) - Furniture and Sustainability – Architect Luisa Bocchietto, Former President of the Industrial Design Association (ADI) and of the World Design Organization (WDO), talked about furniture, sustainability, Italian design, and how design has expanded from product design to the design of processes and services that involve communities as well as companies. Architect Bocchietto also discussed how
- [Ernesi: Cosmetic Laboratories](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ernesi-cosmetic-laboratories/) - We learned from DAS Life Member Miro Marcelli, about the new course is bringing the original ERNESI vision to a new frontier for our beauty care and well-aging, leveraging the potency of the spontaneous ingredients of its unique territory: from the Adriatic Sea to the Parco Nazionale dei Monti Sibillini. Ernesi was established in 1978
- [XXII Settimana della Lingua nel Mondo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/xii-settimana-della-lingua-nel-mondo/) - V-LOG WAYNE STATE STUDENTS AND MICHIGAN STATE STUDENTS Circolo Italiano University of Michigan Natasha Tenan – Roma tre
- [Dante and Pisa](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-and-pisa/) - We would like to inaugurate a monthly appointment in which we will talk about Italian historical figures, archeological sites, art, cities, or overall culture. We are launching this new blog by talking about cities that were mentioned by non other than Dante Alighieri himself in his masterpiece la Divina Commedia.A quick disclaimer before starting: when
- [Danilo Prefumo | Paganini. His Life, Works, and Times.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/danilo-prefumo-paganini-his-life-works-and-times/) - We met musicologist Danilo Prefumo for his book presentation that illustrated the most important aspects of Paganini’s human and creative story. He touched on a topic still unknown today and certainly very interesting to the American public: Paganini’s planned tour of the United States. The project, unfortunately, did not come to fruition because Paganini’s worsening
- [Italian Film Festival | Aspromonte](https://www.dantemichigan.org/elementor-29585/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan - Detroit Metropolitan Area was so proud and honored to sponsor last night’s featured film of the Italian Film Festival. Aspromonte is a beautiful film that touches upon so many complex themes such as modernization vs. tradition, the Italian abandonment of rural villages in the 50s, social classes, and
- [Don Lorenzo Milani (1923-1967)](https://www.dantemichigan.org/don-lorenzo-milani-1923-1967/) - Guest speakers Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini and Prof. Nicola Terranato. Don Lorenzo Milani is among the protagonists of the twentieth century in Italy. This year marks the centenary of his birth, and it is, therefore, an opportunity to revisit his work and thoughts. Gabriele Boccaccini (a historian of religions) and Nicola Terrenato (a member of the
- [The 28th Annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-28th-annual-italian-songs-and-arias-vocal-competition-for-michigan-high-school-students/) - On May 1st the Concert of the Finalists reached the 28th Anniversary edition.It was exciting to see and hear remarkable young singers emerging each year as they challengethemselves to have their artistic dreams realized. The Verdi Opera provides students the opportunity to showcase their talent in hopes to inspire them to continue their musical journey
- [VoluntarItaly 2022 - Batticuore!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/voluntaritaly-2022-batticuore/) - "BATTICUORE"Questo è il nome scelto per VoluntarItaly 2022 coordinato sin dal 2016 dalla Dante Alighieri del Michigan e Odielle (Diocesi Lombarde).Il CUORE BATTE... e si ri-PARTE, anche se in numero ridotto, per i problemi relativi alla pandemia.24 sono gli studenti che partecipano, distribuiti nelle Diocesi Lombarde selezionati dalla seguenti università americane:Southern Methodist University in Dallas,
- [Pomeriggio con Paganini](https://www.dantemichigan.org/pomeriggio-con-paganini/) - Pomeriggio con Paganini Was a Great Success By Sandra Tornberg On Sunday, May 22, 2022, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan in collaboration with the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, presented Pomeriggio con Paganini to commemorate the famous violinist and composer Niccolò Paganini who died on May 27, 1840. Born on October 27, 1782, in Genoa, Italy, Paganini
- [VII Week of Italian Cuisine](https://www.dantemichigan.org/vii-week-of-italian-cuisine/) - You don’t hear much, but in the background, drums were rolling: we were very excited to host our first big event in person after 3 years! Organized by the Dante Alighieri of Michigan in collaboration with the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, on November 17th, we hosted a great dinner to celebrate the VII Week
- [“The legend of a pumpkin house”](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-legend-of-a-pumpkin-house/) - Author Urbano Salvati presented “The legend of a pumpkin house,” a delightful and timely story representing a fairy tale for today’s world.The story begins with a retired couple, Mr. and Mrs. Fiorina, giving the neighborhood children a special Halloween party with many pumpkin decorations. In the midst of the fun, someone suggests they should create
- [Do You See Me?](https://www.dantemichigan.org/do-you-see-me/) - International Women’s Day 2023! #EmbraceEquity. Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan Celebrates International Women’s Day. On the occasion of International Women’s Day, March 8, 2023, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan celebrated with pizza and an Italian film. The film was Scusate se Esisto! (Do You See Me?) with Paola Cortellesi and Raul Bova, directed by
- [March 1943-2023: 80 Years of Music Celebration](https://www.dantemichigan.org/march-1943-2023-80-years-of-music-celebration/) - Caffè & CanzoniCelebrating 80 Years of Music and Moments in the Life of Two most Loved Italian Songwriters. We sang atogheter celebrating music to remember and capture two singers, and their music, moments tied to their songs and give each song its meaning. Lucio Dalla: (4 March 1943 – 1 March 2012) – 4 marzo
- [VoluntarItaly 2022 - Batticuore](https://www.dantemichigan.org/voluntaritaly-2022-batticuore-2/)
- [Membership Meeting](https://www.dantemichigan.org/18386-2/) - The Dante Alighieri of Michigan convened for its annual meeting. We had so many new people join our wonderful organization and we are so thankful for it. This is proof that besides the incredible difficult times that we all faced in this past year, having a place to gather (although virtually) to share our passions
- [XIX Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel mondo: “L'italiano sul palcoscenico“](https://www.dantemichigan.org/xix-edizione-della-settimana-della-lingua-italiana-nel-mondo-litaliano-sul-palcoscenico/) - Organized under the High Patronage of the President of the Italian Republic, by the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, with the support of the Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan, the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation (IACLCF) in collaboration with the Italian Program in the Department of Classical and Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at
- [Lilian Macancela](https://www.dantemichigan.org/lilian-macancela/) - Grazie, VoluntarItaly per avermi fatto vivere un'esperienza totalmente unica! È stato un grande piacere per me e porterò per sempre il ricordo di quest'estate trascorsa con i miei nuovi amici. Mia famiglia ospitante è diventata come una seconda famiglia, e pure ora abbiamo un nostro groupchat per scambiare saluti. Grazie anche a Don Marco, che
- [Lucas DiCerbo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/lucas-dicerbo/) - È difficile trovare le parole giuste per descrivere quest'esperienza, che era senza dubbio la gita migliore della mia vita.La mia famiglia ospitante la ritengo adesso come una famiglia secondo a me. Avrò per sempre quelle persone gentilissime e le mie amicizie nuove che ho fatto là per sempre nella mia vita (oppure al meno tra
- [Celebrating Dante](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-dante/) - Celebrating the Dante Alighieri Society's 130th Anniversary at beautiful Belle Isle. (1889-2019) It was a fun family event with games and picnic. Members and friends of the Dante Alighieri Society, participated in the treasure hunt and learned about Dante and the Dante Alighieri Society. Please check the ItalyDetroit blog for this event http://www.detroitaly.it/2019/09/16/celebrazione-cento-trentanni-della-societa-dante-alighieri-michigan/
- [Italian Awards Day at WSU](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-awards-day-at-wsu/)
- [Italian Film Festival Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-film-festival-detroit-2/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan is a proud sponsor of the Italian Film Festival in Detroit. April 3, 7:30 p.m. | Benedetta follia Detroit Film Theatre at the Detroit Institute of Arts
- [Luigi Ferri: The Survival of a 12-year-old 
Italian Child at Auschwitz ](https://www.dantemichigan.org/luigi-ferri-the-survival-of-a-12-year-old-italian-child-at-auschwitz/) - On Sunday January 27th the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan recognized the “International Holocaust Remembrance Day” at the Michigan League in Ann Arbor with a fascinating lecture by Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini, who added yet another page to Humanity’s Book so that we never forget.Prof. Boccaccini shared with an audience of about 100 people a very
- [Celebrating Epiphany 2019](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-epiphany-2019/)
- [DAS of Michigan 2018 End of Year Party](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-alighieri-society-of-michigan-2018-end-of-year-party-at-the-detroit-historical-museum/) - Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan 2018 End of Year Party at the Detroit Historical Museum
- [The Roman Theaters by Prof. Wladek Fuchs](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-roman-theaters-by-prof-wladek-fuchs/) - On this special Caffè & Cultura by Prof. Wladek Fuchs talked about the rise of the Roman theater as an architectural form, its role in the Roman society, and finally its decline. There were over 400 theaters built during the Roman period in all parts of the Empire. Vitruvius in his treatise on architecture from the
- [III Week of Italian Cuisine in the World](https://www.dantemichigan.org/iii-week-of-italian-cuisine-in-the-world/) - What a Superb dinner coordinated by the Italian Chef Mimmo Bei Casagrande at the Great Lakes Culinary Center. ~Organized by the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, the Istituto Italiano di Cultura in Chicago, in collaboration with the Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan, the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation (IACLCF), under the auspices of the
- [The Mediterranean Diet, an Italian-American Discovery useful for the Future](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-mediterranean-diet-an-italian-american-discovery-useful-for-the-future/) - On November 9th the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, the Istituto Italiano di Cultura in Chicago, in collaboration with the Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan, the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation (IACLCF), under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit presented: The Mediterranean Diet, an Italian-American Discovery useful for the Future, a
- [Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel Mondo | Week of Italian Language](https://www.dantemichigan.org/settimana-della-lingua-italiana-nel-mondo-week-of-italian-language/) - Where: The Scarab Club – 217 Farnsworth, Detroit, MI 48202 The XVIII Week of Italian Language in the World was presented under the High Patronage of the President of the Italian Republic, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, the Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, with the support of the
- [A tribute to the lives and works Gabriele D'Annunzio and Paolo Tosti](https://www.dantemichigan.org/tribute-the-lives-works-gabriele-dannunzio-paolo-tosti/) - On Thursday, September 20, at the Italian American Cultural Society in Clinton Township, presented by FADM in collaboration with Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, was held a presentation-concert in tribute to the lives and works Gabriele D'Annunzio and Paolo Tosti, two extraordinary Italian artists from Abruzzo who left their indelible mark
- [Angelina (L’onorevole Angelina) (The Honorable Angelina) (1947)| Film Screening & Pizza](https://www.dantemichigan.org/angelina-lonorevole-angelina-the-honorable-angelina-1947-film-screening-pizza/) - DAS hosted a film screening and on the occasion of the 110th Anniversary of the birth of Anna Magnani, Actress (1908 - 1973) & Italy’s 73rd Anniversary of the Universal Suffrage Anna Magnani plays Angelina, an impoverished housewife who begins a passionate battle to improve the standard of living in her slum neighborhood in the days
- [Gabriele D'Annunzio and Paolo Tosti Together Again Concert](https://www.dantemichigan.org/gabriele-dannunzio-and-paolo-tosti-together-again-concert/) - Presented by FADM in collaboration with Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan on Thursday, September 20, 6:30 p.m., at the Italian American Cultural Society in Clinton Township. This presentation-concert was in tribute to the lives and works Gabriele D'Annunzio and Paolo Tosti, two extraordinary Italian artists from Abruzzo who
- [DAS BIKE TOUR CANCELLED-POSTPONED](https://www.dantemichigan.org/das-bike-tour-cancelled-postponed/) - We are very sorry to inform you that we are forced to cancel and postpone on a different date DAS Bike tour. Stay tuned
- ["Wanted"  eVenti Verticali  Show in Ann Arbor](https://www.dantemichigan.org/wanted-eventi-verticali-show-ann-arbor/) - Through the Dante Alighieri and the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, I learnt of an interesting performance taking place on June 19 and 20 at the Top of the Park Summer Festival in my own Ann Arbor. The performers were two Italian acrobats, Luca and Andrea Piallini. Breaking the initial inertia of leaving the house
- [Sport & Nutrition Conference | Giornata dello Sport](https://www.dantemichigan.org/sport-nutrition-conference-giornata-dello-sport/) - First Italian National Sport Day 2018 The conference was held on June 1, 2018 at Wayne State University The Importance of Good Nutrition and Exercise on Physical Performance, Health and Well-Being An audience/interactive symposium to draw attention to the importance of healthy life habits on both physical and mental well-being. Presenters: -Diane Cress, RD, PhD
- [Casa Ricordi- House of Ricordi | Film Screening & Pizza](https://www.dantemichigan.org/casa-ricordi-house-of-ricordi-film-screening-pizza/) - DAS hosted a film screening on the occasion of the 150th Anniversary of the death of Gioacchino Rossini, composer (1792 - 1868) Told in pageant-like fashion, Casa Ricordi is the story of the Ricordi family, the most prestigious music publishers in all Italy. It was the Ricordis who, for better or worse, came up with the
- ["La donna negli occhi degli artisti"  Evoluzione della figura femminile nell'arte.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/la-donna-negli-occhi-degli-artisti-evoluzione-della-figura-femminile-nellarte/) - For International Women's Day, Sabrina Cavallari guided us on a trip to discover the female body and its evolution in art. The female figure has always been an object and a subject in art. The representation of women evolves over the centuries along with the evolution of history, different cultures and artistic techniques. The female
- [Evaluation Survey](https://www.dantemichigan.org/evaluation-survey/) - The Dante Alighieri Society constantly evaluates teachers and Italian programs to see how we are doing, get new ideas, and most importantly, give the opportunity to students to communicate with us directly. The evaluations received will be discussed for education and training purpose only. YOUR opinion matter to us, please respond to the best as
- [The Art of Naples  pizza-making](https://www.dantemichigan.org/art-naples-pizza-making/) - The Art of Naples pizza-making became a Patrimony of the World. DAS of Michigan gave its contribution in delivering signatures for the UNESCO Petition to Maestro Pizzaiolo Fabio Cristiano from Naples, Italy. Event hosted by Pizzaplex, Detroit.
- [International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2018](https://www.dantemichigan.org/international-holocaust-remembrance-day-2018/) - Organized by the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and the Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago, under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, with the support of the Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic Studies Musica Degenerata With Davide Casali, clarinet and Elisa Frausin, piano To mark Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, every year the
- [Teacher Invoice](https://www.dantemichigan.org/teacher-invoice/)
- [Festa della Befana](https://www.dantemichigan.org/festa-della-befana/) - On January 6 the Befana did not miss a stop and arrived at the new offices of the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan. She parked her broom and pulled Italian candies and chocolates and ... yes, even coal out of her bag. The visit of the Befana was welcomed by many families of the Dante
- [Ferrante Fever with Ann Goldstein](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ferrante-fever-ann-goldstein/) - At Wassermann Projects we hosted a lecture by Ann Goldstein, a former editor at The New Yorker. She has translated works by, among others, Primo Levi, Pier Paolo Pasolini, and Italo Calvino, and is the editor of the Complete Works of Primo Levi in English. She has been the recipient of a Guggenheim fellowship and
- [Second Week Of Italian Cuisine](https://www.dantemichigan.org/week-italian-cuisine/) - “The Extraordinary Italian Taste, II Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo” is an wonderful plan to support the internationalization of the Made in Italy brand and to promote High Italian Cuisine (Alta Cucina Italiana). The 2017 edition was identified by the logo “The Extraordinary Italian Taste, “alta cucina - vino di qualità”. A live cooking demonstration
- [2017 Gala and Members Celebration](https://www.dantemichigan.org/2017-gala-members-celebration/) - Members and friends of the Dante Alighieri Society joined the Gala on October 13, 2017 at “The Reserve” in Birmingham, to celebrate another successful year of Italian classes and cultural events. DAS President, Lia Adelfi, welcomed the guests and introduced the 2017 Honoree of the “Dante Distinctive Citizen Award”, which went to Giovanni "John" Zaretti
- [DAS of Michigan moved to a NEW location!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/das-michigan-moved-location/) - We have an announcement to make! We Have Moved! The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, Detroit Metropolitan Area, is pleased to announce that MOVED to a NEW location. Starting from Monday, October 16, 2017 cultural and Italian language classes will be held at: 4050 West Maple Road, Ste # 250, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301.
- [Federica goes edX](https://www.dantemichigan.org/federica-edx/) - Federica goes edX Federico II university launches first MOOCs in Italian on a global platform With the launch of 12 MOOCs, FedericaX will bring a distinctive Italian approach to teaching and learning to edX’s audience of over 13 million learners around the globe. Federico II, the oldest public university in the world and
- [Testimonianze dal blog di don Sergio](https://www.dantemichigan.org/testimonianze-dal-blog-di-don-sergio/) - Testimonianza famiglia Costa: https://sergiomassironi.wordpress.com/2017/09/01/il-dono-dellaccoglienza/ Testimonianza famiglia Pozza: https://sergiomassironi.wordpress.com/2017/08/29/porte-aperte-e-stupore/ don Sergio Massironi: https://sergiomassironi.wordpress.com/2017/08/31/chi-mi-apre-gli-occhi/
- [Famiglia Bertellini & Brandon](https://www.dantemichigan.org/famiglia-bertellini-brandon/) - OSPITALITA’ GIOVANI AMERICANI. CIAO A TUTTI, siamo la famiglia Bertellini di Pegognaga e abbiamo ospitato Brandon Stnaway. Lasciamo a lui la prima parte di racconto dell’esperienza! “La mia esperienza di Pegognaga è stato fantastica. La mia famiglia: Elena, Aldo, Lorenzo, Nicolò (Simone, per pranzo) e Kelly sono stati accoglienti dal primo giorno quando sono arrivato in
- [Bruno Crema, Micol,  Lucia & Hallie](https://www.dantemichigan.org/bruno-crema-micol-lucia-hallie/) - Due righe sull’esperienza vissuta nelle scorse settimane con la “nostra” Hallie! Partiamo dalla partenza di lunedì mattina dove, all’arrivo del pulmino ci siamo abbracciati ed abbiamo anche pianto…….. Che dire…. Nonostante il poco preavviso per ospitare Hallie e sinceramente anche la poca convinzione nell’ospitare una ragazza “estranea” per tre settimane , si è rivelata una
- [Vanini Chiara & Jenny](https://www.dantemichigan.org/vanini-chiara-jenny/) - Questa esperienza con Jenny ci ha fatto crescere perchè abbiamo conosciuto una persona con differenti abitudini ed una cultura diversa dalla nostra! Jenny è una ragazza solare e socievole e molto educata e spero si sia trovata bene con la nostra famiglia! Abbiamo cercato di farle vedere anche un po' la nostra zona portandola a
- [Famiglia Giuliani](https://www.dantemichigan.org/famiglia-giuliani/) - Riguardo l' ospitalità della ragazza americana possiamo affermare che è stata una esperienza molto positiva. Da subito si è instaurato un rapporto di amicizia e si è inserita senza nessuna difficoltà nella nostra famiglia e nelle nostre abitudini. Abbiamo cercato di farle gustare le specialità della nostra cucina locale e italiana e di farle vedere
- [Sara Carleschi & Camy](https://www.dantemichigan.org/sara-carleschi-camy/) - Ospitare una ragazza americana è un'esperienza che consiglierei a tutti, non solo perché si conosce in minima parte una nuova cultura, ma soprattutto perché si impara l'arte del condividere ciò che si ha: dalla propria casa alle proprie conoscenze. Inoltre, avere Camy al grest, mi ha spronato a dare di più con i bambini per
- [Chiara Pesente & Camy](https://www.dantemichigan.org/chiara-pesente-camy/) - Negli anni novanta ebbi la possibilità di essere ospitata da alcune famiglie americane durante il mio viaggio in California. Allora pensavo che un giorno forse mi sarei sdebitata con quelle generose famiglie statunitensi e l’opportunità mi è arrivata dalla Diocesi di Mantova con questo bellissimo progetto di accoglienza di volontari stranieri. Se dapprima ho pensato
- [DAS Detroit Bike Tour - La Giornata Della Dante](https://www.dantemichigan.org/das-detroit-bike-tour/) - DAS DETROIT BIKE TOUR FOR LA GIORNATA DELLA DANTE
- [Love, Passion, Treachery, A Curse…in a powerful new interpretation of Verdi’s masterpiece. Lecture by John Zaretti](https://www.dantemichigan.org/love-passion-treachery-cursein-powerful-interpretation-verdis-masterpiece-lecture-john-zaretti/) - Love, Passion, Treachery, A Curse…in a powerful new interpretation of Verdi’s masterpiece. Lecture by John Zaretti, President of the Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan, with guest performances of selections from Verdi’s Rigoletto, performed by the MOT Studio Artists THURSDAY OCTOBER  AT  P.M. Chrysler Black Box Theatre at the Detroit Opera House • FREE
- [After Industry  - A Wasserman Projects](https://www.dantemichigan.org/after-industry-a-wasserman-projects/) - Members and friends join us for the exhibit After Industry introduced by Sculptor Sergio De Giusti After Industry was an exhibition of new and recent work by Italian sculptor Willy Verginer, Norwegian painter Christer Karlstad, and Michigan-based photographer Jason DeMarte. The exhibition marked the first time that Verginer and Karlstad’s work was explored in depth
- [“The roots of Italian Taste: revisiting seven thousand years of culinary traditions”](https://www.dantemichigan.org/the-roots-italian-taste-revisiting-thousand-years-culinary-traditions/) - Join us for this special Caffè & Cultura by Laura Motta. Many of the Italian traditional ingredients can be tracked back to prehistoric time, since the first domesticated plants have been cultivated during the neolithic. This historical overview, based on recent archaeological and ethnohistorical research, explores the past lives of Italian traditional food from Romans’
- [The Healer of Guildenwood | Book Presentation at DAS](https://www.dantemichigan.org/healer-guildenwood-book-presentation-meet-author/) - Book Presentation By The Author The Healer of Guildenwood is the story of a young woman, Margaret Ann Shepherd, who finds herself in a unique predicament—having her soul “borrowed”, inexplicably “trekking” to a different world where it manifests in a different body with a new name, “Arwyn”. As she seeks to unravel the mystery behind
- [Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Italian Language in Michigan](https://www.dantemichigan.org/memorandum-understanding-promote-italian-language-michigan/) - The Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Department of Education for the State of Michigan Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Italian Language On January 20th 2017, the Consul of Italy, Dr. Maria Luisa Lapresa, met with Brian J. Whiston, Superintended of Education for the State of Michigan for the official signing of
- [Songs from a Lost World of Italian Jewish Composers](https://www.dantemichigan.org/songs-from-a-lost-world-of-italian-jewish-composers/) - International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2017 The Dante Aligheri Society, Michigan Chapter and the Wayne State Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic Studies with the support of the Italian Program at Wayne State, under the auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit presented Songs from a Lost World of Italian Jewish Composers a performance by Caroline Helton - Soprano & Kathryn Goodson -
- [Memorandum of Understanding](https://www.dantemichigan.org/memorandum-of-understanding/) - On January 20th 2017, the Consul of Italy, Dr. Maria Luisa Lapresa, met with Brian J. Whiston, Superintended of Education for the State of Michigan for the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding designed to facilitate the promotion of the Italian language in K-12 schools in Michigan.The official document, believed to be the first
- [“Benedetto Croce: the philosopher that intimidated Mussolini”. | A lecture by Armando Delicato](https://www.dantemichigan.org/benedetto-croce-philosopher-intimidated-mussolini/) - “Benedetto Croce: the philosopher that intimidated Mussolini”. A lecture by Armando Delicato Join Us! Sunday, January 15, 2017 | 4:30pm-6:00pm Where: 630 N Old Woodward Ave – Ste 102 (Entrance in the back of the building lower level) Reservation required at: 248.250.8928 or info@dantemichigan.org Benedetto Croce (died in 1952) is a leading Italian philosopher. His
- [DAS Annual Membership Meeting | Dec. 17 @ 11:30am](https://www.dantemichigan.org/das-annual-membership-meeting-dec-17-1130am/) - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Saturday, December 17, 2016 11:30am-1pm For DAS Members: As the end of the year approaches, we are looking back at DAS 2016 achievements and looking ahead at DAS goals and opportunities for 2017. In order to round up 2016, DAS is holding its General Membership Meeting on Saturday, December 17th, from 11:30 am
- [Live Cooking Demonstration “The Extraordinary Italian Taste, I Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/live-cooking-demonstration/) - The Consulate of Italy in Detroit, the Istituto di Cultura in Chicago, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan in collaboration with the Italian Program in the Department of Classical and Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Wayne State University, the Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan, the Italian American Cultural Society (IACS), the Italian American Club of
- [Capodacqua (Arquata del Tronto) | Fundraising Updates](https://www.dantemichigan.org/capodacqua-del-tronto-fundrising-updates/) - On occasion of the Columbus Day Celebration, and on Silvio Medoro’s initiative, a Medieval dinner event was organized to provide reconstruction support funding for the town of Capodacqua di Arquata del Tronto devastated during the recent earthquake in Italy. Thank you to chefs Dan Vernia and Silvio Medoro for the wonderful dinner! The funds collected
- [Frank De Santis](https://www.dantemichigan.org/frank-de-santis/) - Frank De Santis, age 93, passed away on May 16, 2016. Frank proudly served in the U. S. Army as a Sergeant in the 264th Engineers Combat Battalion in Gen. Patton's army during WWII. He was discharged with 2 Bronze Stars. He attended the University of Detroit where he received a BS, an MA from
- [Adrian to Honor Italian Immigrants killed in 1901 train crash](https://www.dantemichigan.org/adrian-honor-italian-immigrants-killed-1901-train-crash/) - Adrian to Honor Italian Immigrants killed in 1901 train crash On Thanksgiving Eve in 1901, two trains No. 4 and No. 13 collided near Adrian Michigan, killing over 100 Italian immigrants who had recently come to the United States for a better life. On impact, cars on Train 4 exploded but were saved from fire
- [Ritrovare le nostre radici | Rediscover our roots | Oct. 23 at 4:30pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ritrovare-le-nostre-radici-rediscover-roots-oct-23-430pm/) - Ritrovare le nostre radici by Andrea Flesichfresser | In Italian and English Il cambiamento, principalmente come espatriati, molte volte, ci porta a delle sfide nella nostra vita personale e professionale. La diversità culturale e senza dubbio la nuova lingua, ci fa sentire fuori posto e senza radici. Il cambiamento ci porta comunque ad una crescita
- [Italia paese diVino - Caffè & Cultura | June 12, 2016 - 4:30pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italia-paese-divino-caffe-cultura-june-12-2016-430pm/) - “No poem was ever written by a drinker of water" Horace The origins of wine are so old to sink into the legend. Some trace the origin of the vine until Adam and Eve, saying the forbidden fruit of Eden was the succulent grapes and not the anonymous apple. Other tell that Noah thought it
- [Italian Movie Night - May 27th at 7pm - Il Vigile](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-movie-night-27th-7pm-il-vigile/) - A fabulous cast of best actors like Alberto Sordi, Vittorio De Sica, Sylvia Koshina, Marisa Merlini and Mario Riva, to represent the story of a unemployed ex-soldier who takes finally a revenge on all who had been teasing him finding a job as traffic officer. But soon starts having trouble with his duties... In Italian
- [Scholarships: "Depicting Dante" - La giornata della Dante](https://www.dantemichigan.org/depicting-dante/) - With the proceeds derived from the Art Auction which took place during Dante Alighieri’s 90th Anniversary Gala on November 1, 2014 at the Detroit Yacht Club. The DAS of Michigan is proud to announce the Art Competition “Depicting Dante” Calling all students in Michigan who love art and the Italian language and culture - this is
- [Who Is Filippo Mazzei?](https://www.dantemichigan.org/filippo-mazzei/) - “We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal…” It’s a refrain familiar to all Americans, and a philosophy at the core of our national identity. But do we know where these words came from? Of the many figures who sat beside Thomas Jefferson as he declared America’s independence from
- [L'Olocausto in Italia | The Holocaust in Italy](https://www.dantemichigan.org/lolocausto-italia-holocaust-italy/) - La Società Dante Alighieri del Michigan sotto gli auspici del Consolato d’Italia a Detroit in occasione della commemorazione delle vittime della Shoah del 27 gennaio 1945 ha presentato L’Olocausto in Italia a cura del Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini, University of Michigan. Domenica 21 febbraio 2016 Ogni anno il 27 gennaio, anniversario della liberazione di Auschwitz, si
- [ Dante Alighieri Society 2015 Year End Gala  | Dante Alighieri 750º Anniversary](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-alighieri-society-2015-year-gala-dante-alighieri-750o-anniversary/) - Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 6:00 pm - The Reserve The Gala organized by the Società Dante Alighieri to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the birth of the Divine Poet, was met with excitement and smiles. DAS summarized what achieved in 2015 to keep alive our Italian language and make it more attractive not only to those who use it
- [La Dante?  una risorsa](https://www.dantemichigan.org/la-dante-una-risorsa/) - Video-racconto della tre giorni dell'82° Congresso Internazionale della Società Dante Alighieri, svoltosi a Milano dal 25 al 27 settembre scorsi.
- [Totó le Mokó | Fri, September 25, Birmingham](https://www.dantemichigan.org/toto-le-moko-fri-september-25-birmingham/) - The mobster Pep le Mok dies during a shootout with the police. His gang decide that his successor will be a relative of his from Naples: Antonio Lumaconi, a street musician. Director Carlo Ludovico Bragaglia TOTO': 'Antonio de Curtis Gagliardi Griffo Focas Comneno' was a descendant of the 'Comneno de Bizancio' and also one of
- [La vita è bella | Life Is Beautiful - Fri, February 26, Birmingham](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-movie-night/) - Italian Movie Night Friday, February 26, 2016 at 7 pm 630 N Old Woodward Ave | Suite 102 (Lower level in the back) | Birmingham, Mi 48009 La vita è bella, pellicola diretta e interpretata nel 1997 dall’attore Roberto Benigni. In occasione della Giornata della memoria. La trama: Guido Orefice (Benigni) è un giovane ebreo
- [Scusate il ritardo Fri, December 11](https://www.dantemichigan.org/3038-2/) - Italian Movie Night | Scusate il ritardo Fri, November 27, Birmingham
- [Ancient food greets Archaeology](https://www.dantemichigan.org/ancient-food-greets-archeology/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan in collaboration with The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology presented Ancient food greets Archaeology DAS presented a private guided tour at University of Michigan’s Kelsey Museum of Archaeology to discover Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The experience was completed with a strolling lunch of ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian delicacies. Tour Guide: Laura Motta, PhD,
- [Caffè e Cultura | “How a world icon comes to life: the Ford Mustang”](https://www.dantemichigan.org/caffe-cultura-how-world-icon-life-ford-mustang/) - For Giuliano Zuccato, a native of Italy, it was a serendipitous path from a river powered sawmill near Venice where he cut raw timber for the locals to the design studios of Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan. Shortly after leaving his Country to seek a better future, he contracted a rare disease of the
- [Dante's Visual Imagination | April 19 at 4:30 pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dantes-visual-imagination-april-19-430-pm/) - L’iconografia medioevale che ha influenzato l’immaginario dantesco. Please join us Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 4:30 pm for and afternoon of coffee and culture with Sabrina Cavallari Biancardi. What images have fed Dante’s imagination? His “Comedy” is inspired by theology and history, but at the same time art surrounds him and helps Dante transform his
- [Italian Film Festival Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/italian-film-festival-detroit/) - The local premieres of award-winning Italian film April 2015 Metro Detroit Locations and film A GOLDEN BOY BLACK SOULS FASTEN YOUR SEATBELTS HOW STRANGE TO BE CALLED FEDERICO! HUMAN CAPITAL REMEMBER ME? SONG 'E NAPULE THE CHAIR OF HAPPINESS THE DINNER QUIET BLISS LEOPARDI LIKE THE WIND THE MAFIA KILLS ONLY IN SUMMER THE REFEREE
- [Vatican Museums](https://www.dantemichigan.org/vatican-museums/) - The Convention between the Dante Alighieri Society and the Vatican Museums has been renewed until December 31, 2015. A DAS member and one guest will be able to access the museums without the need of standing in line, through the "Individual entrance for visitors with online booking" entry. A DAS member and one guest will
- [“The Italian Woman and the Making of America” | Sunday, March 8 at 4:30pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-alighieri-sunday-february-15-430pm/) - Please join us Sunday, March 8 at 4:30pm for and afternoon of coffee and culture with Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini, University of Michigan. March 8th is the International Women’s Day. The earliest Women’s Day observance was held on February 28, 1909, in New York; it was organized in remembrance of the 1908 strike of the International Ladies’ Garment
- [DAS 90th Birthday Gala](https://www.dantemichigan.org/das-90th-gala/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan had chosen the fantastic setting of the Detroit Yacht Club for a promising party to celebrate the end of another great year and its 90th anniversary. DAS proposed an enjoyable evening with seated dinner, music, dance, and a blind silent auction of works by Detroit artists, three of whom
- [Opera in Concert: Rossini’s William Tell](https://www.dantemichigan.org/opera-concert-rossinis-william/) - Tuesday, December 9, 2014, 7:30 pm Hill Auditorium 825 North University Avenue Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Choral Union Series Opera in Concert: Rossini’s William Tell Teatro Regio Torino Orchestra and Chorus Gianandrea Noseda, conductor Claudio Fenoglio, chorus master William Tell was Rossini’s final opera, although the composer lived for nearly 40 years after its composition. Its premiere
- [A Silent Auction featuring DeTur and local artists will benefit 2015 Educational Scholarship](https://www.dantemichigan.org/detur-artists-silent-auction-das-gala/) - Daniel Cascardo A nationally recognized visual artist and Michigan native, Cascardo’s imaginative style of work can be seen on large murals. His works include two side altars at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in Dearborn, MI, along with a diverse range of paintings, sculptures, clothing, and installations. His characteristic is the use of uninhibited brush strokes. www.danielcascardo.com
- [Detroit Launch of Project DETUR “Detroit-Turin Exchange”](https://www.dantemichigan.org/detroit-launch-project-detur-detroit-turin-exchange/) - Photographic Exhibition and Documentary A photographic exhibition by Richard Haskin of Dearborn, and a related documentary by Pierette Simpson of Novi, are the catalyst for launching “Detroit-Turin Exchange” in the U.S. DETUR (for short) is an international project aimed at creating cultural bridges for artists of Detroit and its sister city, Turin, Italy. The October
- [Celebrating Dante's Day](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrating-dantes-day/) - Celebrating Dante's Day at beautiful Belle Isle. Free family event with picnic – grill and pot luc
- [Federazione Abruzzese del Michigan presents DisCanto](https://www.dantemichigan.org/federazione-abruzzese-del-michigan-presents-discanto/) - DisCanto is a group of Italian conservatory-trained musicians and Italian folk scene veterans specializing in the music of the Abruzzo region's farmers and shepherds. Their leader, Michele Avolio, is perhaps the foremost living performer and researcher of authentic Abruzzese song. Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 2:00 pm $25 includes performance and hors d’oeuvres | Cash Bar
- [Celebrazione del 68º anniversario della Repubblica italiana](https://www.dantemichigan.org/celebrazione-del-68o-anniversario-della-repubblica-italiana/) - Expo Milano 2015 è stato il tema della celebrazione del 68º anniversario della Repubblica italiana organizzata dal Consolato d’Italia a Detroit presso il Grosse Pointe War Memorial a Grosse Point Farm. Fra gli invitati si conta anche la presenza del sindaco di Lansing Virg Bernero, di origini italiane, e della Vice presidente della Detroit Regional
- [Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan welcome Luigi Datome, Italian Basketball player for the Detroit Pistons](https://www.dantemichigan.org/dante-alighieri-society-michigan-luigi-datome/) - Luigi Datome understands the importance of learning a foreign language. It allowed him to join, and be a member of the Detroit Pistons. With this fact in mind, Luigi's presence at DAS helped with our efforts to fund-raise in support of the AP Italian Language and Culture Program. This event was organized in the contest
- [Matrimonio all'italiana | Friday, December 5, 2014 at 7:15pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/matrimonio-allitaliana-sofia-loren/) - Domenico Soriano (Marcello Mastroianni) is about to marry, but when he learns that his mistress Filumena Marturano (Sofia Loren) is ill, he stays by her side, learning later that it was a ploy by her to get him to marry her instead. Cast: Sofia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Aldo Puglisi, Tecla Scarano, Marilù Tolo, Gianni Ridolfi
- [Mamma Roma | Friday, September 5, 2014 at 7pm](https://www.dantemichigan.org/mamma-roma-anna-magnani/) - Anna Magnani stars as Mamma Roma, a rural Italian hooker trying to create a new life for herself. This proves impossible when the past keeps rearing its ugly head in the form of Mamma Rosa's previous "johns." She returns to her old profession, whereupon her son Ettore Garofalo becomes a thief and is killed by
- [Il Mondo in Italiano](https://www.dantemichigan.org/1085-2/) - Nel cuore di Roma la sede centrale, nel mondo più di 400 sedi in sessanta paesi. La Società Dante Alighieri, una vera e propria multinazionale della nostra lingua. E il braccio culturale della Farnesina.
- [Tommaso Juglaris](https://www.dantemichigan.org/tommaso-juglaris/) - In Celebration of the year of Italian Culture in the United States the Juglaris exhibition was on display at Italian American Cultural Center &and the Italian American Club of Livonia with a presentation by Dr. Geoffrey G. Drutchas, Chair of the Tommaso Juglaris Publication Commission.

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## Events

- [Danilo Prefumo | Paganini. His Life, Works, and Times.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/danilo-prefumo-paganini-his-life-works-and-times/) - April 16 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm EDT Please join us and meet musicologist Danilo Prefumo for an informative and entertaining afternoon! On Sunday, April 16, 2023, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, in collaboration with the Consulate of Italy in Detroit. 2020 Italian Music Library Published for the first time by Epos
- [Don Lorenzo Milani (1923-1967)](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/don-milani/) - April 2 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm EDTPlease join us for an informative and entertaining afternoon!On Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan.Guest speakers Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini and Prof. Nicola Terranato.Don Lorenzo Milani is among the protagonists of the twentieth century in Italy. This year marks the centenary of his
- [80 Years of Music Celebration](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/test/) - Caffè & Canzoni Celebrating 80 Years of Music and Moments in the Life of Two most Loved Italian Songwriters. Join us as we sing and celebrate music to remember and capture two singers, and their music, to remember moments tied to their songs and give each song its meaning. Lucio Dalla: (4 March 1943 –
- [Do You See Me? | Film Screening & Pizza](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/environment-conference-2/) - March 8 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2023! #EmbraceEquity. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to
- [Celebrating 800 Years of the Canticle of the Creatures](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/celebrating-800-years-of-the-canticle-of-the-creatures/) - The Universal Sister-Brotherhood in St. Francis and the Canticle of the Creatures A Commemoration of the 800th Anniversary Sunday, October 11, 2026 @ 3:00 PM Solanus Casey Center, 1780 Mt Elliott St, Detroit, MI 48207 Join us for a special program marking the 800th anniversary of the Canticle of the Creatures, the timeless hymn composed
- [Italiani Veri! A musical journey into the heart of Italian culture](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italiani-veri/) - A PLAYFUL MUSICAL SHOW EXPLORING THE MYTHS AND TRUTHS ABOUT ITALIANS Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 6:15 PM Open doors 5:00 PM Marygrove Thearer - 8425 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221 Organized with the contribution of Società Dante Alighieri, Roma, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, and the Consulate of Italy in Detroit. Music,
- [Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo | Campus Salute](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/settimana-della-cucina-italiana-nel-mondo-un-convivio-italiano/) - Details coming soon! Stay tuned! Italian cooking is more than nourishment. It is a language of memory, care, and community. Recognized by UNESCO in 2025 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, it reflects centuries of knowledge rooted in local ingredients, sustainable traditions, and the joy of sharing meals. Around every Italian table lives a
- [Across Oceans, Shared Dreams: Italy and America in Dialogue](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/across-oceans-shared-dreams-italy-and-america-in-dialogue/) - From the birth of revolutionary ideas to the lived experiences of generations, this event explores the deep cultural bond that has united Italy and the United States across centuries. Exhibition and Conference Join Us on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Where: Marygrove Main Dining Hall 8425 West McNichols Road Detroit,
- [Naples Gets Rich | Napoli Milionaria!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/naples-gets-rich-napoli-milionaria/) - Napoli Milionaria!, by Eduardo De Filippo. Some stories belong to a city, yet speak to the whole world. The performance will display English supertitles. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Marygrove Theatre 8425 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221 Time: Open Doors 5:00 PM Performance starts at 6:30 PM Parking: Free on-site parking is available just
- [Celebrating Dante - Belle Isle, Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/celebrating-dante-belle-isle-detroit/) - Join us in the picturesque setting of Belle Isle, Detroit. Potluck on Belle Isle! Reconnect with friends, share delicious Italian food, and snap a photo with the beautifully restored Dante Alighieri statue! Bring your favorite dish to share – and your stories, smiles, and community spirit. Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00
- [Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-songs-and-arias-vocal-competition/) - The 32nd Annual Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition for Michigan High School Students . See the website at www.verdioperatheatre.com for complete information. [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/verdiopera_final.pdf"]
- [Italian Film Festival | Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-film-festival-detroit/) - The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan is a proud sponsor since its foundation in Detroit.Join Us! ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL DETROIT FULL SCHEDULE LINK
- [Italian Research Day in the World: Science, Innovation, and Cultural Heritage](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-research-day-in-the-world-science-innovation-and-cultural-heritage/) - Join us in celebrating Italian Research Day in the World with an engaging program that brings together science, history, and culture through film and live presentations. Monday, April 20, 2026 6:00 PM Opening Presentation ~~Consul Paolo Zanotto: The University of Padua and its scientific legacy. ~~Patrizia Schiavo: Siracusa and its heritage. ~~Docum. Screening: Federico Faggin: The
- [International Day of Sport 2026](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/international-day-of-sport-2026/) - Per assistere al torneo, è necessario inviare una richiesta via email a comitesdetroit1@gmail.com - Non perdere l’occasione di tifare dal vivo! Organizzata dal Com.It.Es., Detroit, in collaborazione con la Società Dante Alighieri del Michigan. Sotto gli auspici del Consolato d’Italia a Detroit. [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/tennis2026.pdf"]
- [International Women's Day  - La ragazza con la pistola - Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/women-day/) - A sharp, witty comedy that becomes a powerful story of female self-determination. La ragazza con la pistola di Mario Monicelli Stars: Monica Vitti, Carlo Giuffré, Stanley Baker, Corinne Redgrave 98 minutes, with English subtitles Join Us, Sunday, March 8, 2026 @ 4:00 PM DAS Conference Center: 30400 Telegraph Rd., Ste 151 - Bingham Farm, MI
- [Book Club | La Prima Regina di Alessandra Selmi](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/book-club-la-prima-regina-di-alessandra-selmi/) - Presidio Letterario Società Dante Alighieri Per celebrare gli 80 anni della Repubblica Italiana, il Book Club Italiano della Società Dante Alighieri del Michigan propone la lettura e la discussione del romanzo: La prima regina di Alessandra Selmi. (on Amazon) Un incontro dedicato alla narrativa storica italiana, per riflettere insieme su figure femminili, identità nazionale e
- [Carnevale italiano](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/carnevale-italiano/) - SOLD OUT! Thank you! Join us with your children on Sunday, February 15, 2026, @ 1:00 PM 30400 Telegraph Rd – Ste 151 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (East side entrance) Reservation is required and limited, with priority given to DAS students. However, we opened a few spots to all children interested. Activities may include (subject
- [Aperitivo Artistico con Michelangelo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/aperitivo-artistico-con-michelangelo/) - Immerse yourself in the genius of the Renaissance with "Aperitivo Artistico con Michelangelo", a unique evening where art and conversation blend perfectly. Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM Location: 30400 Telegraph Road, Ste 151 - Bingham Farms, MI 48025 Over a delightful aperitivo, we’ll explore the life, masterpieces, and fascinating stories of Michelangelo
- [Giornata della Memoria | Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/giornata-della-memoria-film-screening/) - Join us on Sunday, February 1, 2026, @ 4:00 PM DAS: 30400 Telegraph Rd. - Ste 151 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 - East Entrance In honor of the "Giornata della Memoria" – Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed globally on January 27) – the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan wish to commemorate those
- [Campus Salute Detroit | Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/campus-salute-detroit-settimana-della-cucina-italiana-nel-mondo/) - Don't Miss Campus Salute Detroit, from November 14-16, 2025, an Italian initiative that celebrates health, sport, and the Mediterranean diet, on the occasion of "La Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo", The Week of Italian Cuisine in the World. 30100 Telegraph Road ste 322, Bingham Farms, MI, USA (East Entrance) Featuring renowned Italian expert doctors,
- [Opera Evening: Serenata Italiana](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/opera-evening-a-celebration-of-music/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/opera.pdf"]Thanks to a special collaboration between the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and the Detroit Opera Resident Artist Program, the exceptionally talented Resident Artists will perform a selection of beloved arias. When: Friday, December 12, 2025Time: 6:30 PMLocation: Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit905 Henry St., 3rd Floor — Detroit, MI 48201 Following the performance,
- [DANTEDÌ (Dante Day)](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/dantedi-dante-day/) - Celebrating the Father of the Italian Language. Details Coming Soon.
- [Nutrition, Health, and Prevention](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/nutrition-health-and-prevention/) - ALIMENTAZIONE, SALUTE E PREVENZIONE NELLA SETTIMANA DELLA CUCINA ITALIANA NEL MONDO November 15 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM Nutrition, Health, and Prevention In the heart of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, an afternoon of dialogue and discussion to explore the deep connection between diet, well-being, and quality of life. An opportunity to
- [Tableaux Vivants | Caravaggio: Per Grazia Ricevuta](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/tableaux-vivant-caravaggio-per-grazia-ricevuta/) - The Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, with the contribution of the Società Dante Alighieri, Roma, are pleased to announce a special performance, celebrating the works of Caravaggio. Saturday, November 8, 2025 - starting @ 6:00 PM Location: Marygrove Theatre | 8425 West McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221 It
- [Annual Membership Meeting for 2025](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/annual-membership-meeting-2/) - 2025 Annual Meeting of the Members of Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan. This will be a hybrid meeting to ensure members' participation. We would love to see you in person, but this is an option if you cannot attend in person! We sincerely appreciate your unwavering support and your invaluable membership. Your dedication is what
- [ITALOFONIA: LINGUA OLTRE I CONFINI | XXV Week of Italian Language in the World](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italofonia-lingua-oltre-i-confini/) - Join Us for a Special Celebration Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 5:00 PM 📍 30400 Telegraph Rd – Ste 151 | Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (North Building – East Entrance) XXV Settimana della Lingua Italiana nel Mondo Presented in collaboration with the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, Com.It.Es. Detroit, and the Dante Alighieri Society of
- [An Aperitif Among Images and Stories](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/aperi-photo-an-aperitif-among-images-and-stories/) - Transport yourself to Italy on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 4:30 PM. (New Date) Join us and photographer Christie Caputo for an intimate aperitif evening as she shows her stunning prints and shares captivating tales from her Italian journeys. Sip prosecco, savor light bites, and see la dolce vita through her lens. Where: 30400 Telegraph
- [Divina Commedia: Manuele Morgese Reads Dante](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/divina-commedia-manuele-morgese-reads-dante/) - Join us on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Location: Wayne State University – General Lectures Hall, Aud. 150 5045 Anthony Wayne Drive, Detroit LA DIVINA COMMEDIA Manuele Morgese Reads Dante Alighieri (in Italian) With Luke Pisani, violin, and Ami Matsushita, cello Renowned actor Manuele Morgese performs a selection of five of the most
- [Celebrating Dante: Belle Isle](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/celebrating-dante-belle-isle/) - Join us in the picturesque setting of Belle Isle, Detroit. Potluck on Belle Isle! Reconnect with friends, share delicious Italian food, and snap a photo with the beautifully restored Dante Alighieri statue! Bring your favorite dish to share – and your stories smiles, and community spirit. Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 2:30
- [Manzoni: Un unexpected retrospective on one of Italy’s greatest novelists](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/manzoni-un-unexpected-retrospective-on-one-of-italys-greatest-novelists/) - Alessandro Manzoni (1785–1873): A Celebration of His Life and Legacy Join us as we commemorate Alessandro Manzoni, one of Italy’s most influential writers. Renowned for his masterpiece I Promessi Sposi (The Betrothed), Manzoni revolutionized Italian literature and championed the Tuscan dialect, helping to unify the nation linguistically. Alessandro Manzoni was born in Milan 240 years
- [Italian Songs and Arias Vocal Competition](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/37418/) - Those are the required ingredients in every recipe for musical success. Mix them under the proper conditions, and a star is born. Or two, or three. The Verdi Opera Theatre of Michigan, in cooperation with the Italian American Culture! Society, the Italian American Club of Livonia Charitable Foundation, the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, Detroit
- [Giornata Internazionale dello Sport](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/giornata-internazionale-dello-sport/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sport2025.pdf"]
- [Cabrini Movie](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/cabrini-movie/) - SPECIAL SCREENING OF "CABRINI" at the University of Michigan Presented by the Consulate of Italy in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan Sunday, April 13, 6:00 PM – Rackham Amphitheatre 915 E. Washington St. - Ann Arbor, MI 48109 NOTE: Seating is limited and cannot be guaranteed, as it is on a first-come,
- [Italian Heritage Night at Little Caesars Arena](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-heritage-night-at-little-caesars-arena/) - Join and support us for a Sports Italian Heritage Night at Little Caesars Arena. GENERAL PUBLIC: PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS - FOR THE PISTONS GAME - INDEPENDENTLY Organized by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan in collaboration with the Detroit Pistons organization. [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/pistons_public.pdf"]
- [Italian Film Festival USA - Metro Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-film-festival-usa-metro-detroit/) - The Italian Film Festival USA - Metro Detroit is preparing for an exciting new edition from April 4 to April 27. The opening weekend will be in Detroit, at Wayne State University (4/4-4/5) and the Detroit Film Theatre (4/6). There will also be screenings at the DFT Chippewa Valley High School in Macomb County, Michigan
- [Celebrating Carnevale](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/celebrating-carnevale/) - Join us with your children on Sunday, March 9, 2025 @ 1:00 PM 30400 Telegraph Rd - Ste 150 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 Reservation is required and limited, with priority given to DAS students. However, we opened a few spots to all children interested. Activities include: Play & Rhymes Children aged 7-8 will present their
- [Giornata della Memoria | Holocaust Remembrance Day](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/giornata-della-memoria-holocaust-remembrance-day-film-screening-2/) - Join us on Sunday, January 26, 2025 @ 3:30 PM. Film Screening: "Terezin", by Italian director Gabriele Guidi. "Terezin" follows the story of Antonio, an Italian clarinetist, and Martina, a Czechoslovak violinist. They fall in love during World War II. Shortly afterward, they will be deported to the Terezin ghetto, where their love story is
- [A Night of Italian Opera](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-opera-and-wine-the-detroit-resident-opera-singers/) - SOLD OUT Italy is the birthplace of opera and continues to dominate the genre. Thanks to a collaboration with the Detroit Opera House, the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, the very talented Resident Artists of the DOH will perform some of the most well-known arias from world-renowned Italian
- [Book Presentation: La Masseria by Daniela D'Amico Henderson](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/la-masseria/) - SOLD OUT! The XXIV edition focuses on the theme "Italian and the Book: The World Between the Lines.” The goal is to explore the connection between language and literature in the current context and highlight the book's fundamental role as a tool for transmitting cultural heritage, values, and Italian identity. Book presentation & Signing: LA
- [The IX Week Italian Cuisine in the World: Italo-Apero-Disco](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/https-www-eventbrite-com-e-italo-apero-disco-tickets-1076604225219affoddtdtcreator/) - SOLD OUT! Join us as we celebrate the Week of Italian Cuisine with a silent disco and tasting experience! A fun evening of music, food, and dancing! Guests will taste delicious, healthy appetizers paired with Italian music through a silent disco experience. The event by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit, together with the Dante
- [Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan: 100 Years Celebration](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/dante-alighieri-society-of-michigan-100-years-celebration/) - Join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024 @ 6:30 PM. The 100 Years Celebration Gala celebrates 100 years of Italian language and culture in Michigan. It celebrates our membership, the core of this society, a non-profit organization led by a wonderful group of volunteers. It celebrates the accomplishments of those who have followed the society’s
- [The IX Week Italian Cuisine in the World: Film Screening and Potluck](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/the-ix-week-italian-cuisine-in-the-world-film-screening-and-putluck/) - The IX Week Italian Cuisine in the World theme is "Mediterranean Diet and Heritage Cuisine: Health and Tradition." Organized by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan. This year’s theme aims to showcase Italian cuisine by emphasizing its traditions and the recognized role of the Mediterranean Diet in promoting
- [Poverty and Nobility | Miseria e Nobiltà](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/poverty-and-nobility-miseria-e-nobilta/) - SOLD OUT! Saturday, March 9, 2024 @ 6:00 PM (Open doors) The program starts at 6:30 PM. The Best Italian Comedy presented by the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan, supported by the Consulate of Italy in Detroit through our ongoing project LoveITDetroit. The performance will display English supertitles. Where: Marygrove Conservancy and Liberal Arts Theater
- [Week of the  Italian Language in the World: Book presentation | live streaming](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/week-of-the-italian-language-in-the-world/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/WhatsApp-Image-2024-10-03-at-16.42.59-2.pdf" title="La Masseria 2024-10-03 at 16.42.59-2"]
- [An Open Book: Pages of Learning](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/an-open-book-pages-of-learning/) - Join Us for an Engaging Exploration of Language and Values! Thursday, October 17, 2024 Time: 11.00 AM - 1:30 PM IN-PERSON: Wayne State University, Manoogian Hall 368, West Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI ONLINE WITH ZOOM: We are excited to welcome Gabriele Pendola, camp counselor, educator, and coach based in Milan, for a special session on
- [LoveItDetroit | Eastern Market After the Dark](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/loveitdetroit-eastern-market-after-the-dark/) - Detroit Month of Design! LoveItDetroit is an initiative in which the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan participate in the traditional "Detroit Month of Design." When: September 19, during Eastern Market After Dark 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eastern Market, Detroit, MI, USA
- [Celebrating Dante on Belle Isle: A Journey Through Time](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/celebrating-dante-in-belle-isle-a-journey-through-time/) - Join us for an unforgettable celebration of one of Italy's greatest literary figures, Dante Alighieri, in the picturesque setting of Belle Isle. Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Location: Dante Statue - Belle Isle: 82100 Vista Dr. Detroit, MI - 48207 - (Near Shed 12) UNVEILING OF THE RESTORED DANTE ALIGHIERI
- [Dante: The Exile of a Poet | Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/dante-lesilio-di-un-poeta-dante-the-exile-of-a-poet-film-screening/) - 100-Year Celebration Series Events Dante: The Exile of a Poet. Dante, l'esilio di un Poeta Documentary screening in Italian with English subtitles. Where: 30100 Telegraph Rd. - Suite 322 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 Registration is required for this screening. Join Us on Saturday, May 25, 2024 @ 6:00 PM Where: 30100 Telegraph Rd. - Ste
- [DANTE | Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/dante-film-screening/) - Join us on Saturday, December 9, 2023 @ 6:30 PM. Film Screening: DANTE Directed by Pupi Avati Italy, 1330. Ten years after Dante Alighieri's death, Giovanni Boccaccio travels to Ravenna in search of his daughter Beatrice, to whom he must deliver ten gold florins from Orsanmichele's Company as compensation for unjust exile. WHERE: Wayne State
- [“The legend of a pumpkin house” with author Urbano Salvati](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/the-legend-of-a-pumpkin-house-with-author-urbano-salvati/) - Join Us for a Special Lecture with AUTHOR URBANO SALVATI For Adults and Children Sunday, January 15, 2022 “The legend of a pumpkin house” A delightful and timely story that represents a fairy tale for today’s world. The author never tires of his love for children. He views them as beautiful flowers that are always
- [Italian Film Festival USA - Detroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-film-festival-usa-detroit/) - TWENTIETH EDITION The local premieres of award-winning Italian film. The Italian Film Festival USA - Detroit starts on April 4 and until April 21, 2024 More details: Festival link [pdf-embedder url="https://www.dantemichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DetroitFlyer2024.pdf"]
- [Italian Heritage Night at Little Caesars Arena | Detroit Pistons vs Miami Heat](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/italian-heritage-night-at-little-caesars-arena-detroit-pistons-vs-miami-heat/) - Celebrate Italian Heritage Night at Little Caesars Arena as the Detroit Pistons take on the Miami Heat! This event is organized under the Auspices of the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Com.It.Es of Detroit. With the purchase of a ticket through the link, you will receive a special Pistons item at the game.
- [AMIR ISSAA:THIS IS WHAT I LIVE FOR: AN AFRO-ITALIAN HIP-HOP MEMOIR](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/amir-issaathis-is-what-i-live-for-an-afro-italian-hip-hop-memoir/) - ORGANIZED BY THE CONSULATE OF ITALY IN DETROIT IN COLLABORATION WITH THE WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY, MICHIGAN STATE, THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, AND THE DANTE ALIGHIERI SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN
- [Giornata della Memoria | Holocaust Remembrance Day - Film Screening](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/giornata-della-memoria-holocaust-remembrance-day-film-screening/) - In honor of the “Giornata della Memoria” – Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed globally on January 27) – the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan wish to commemorate those Italians who suffered persecution as a result of the Racial Laws imposed by the Fascist government and under the Nazi occupation
- [Annual Membership Meeting](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/annual-membership-meeting/) - 2023 Annual Meeting of the Members of Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan. To ensure members’ participation, this will be a hybrid meeting. We would love to see you in person, but this is an option if you cannot physically participate! We hope you can participate in this new hybrid environment. Thank you very much for
- [Piano Concert: A conversation with Daniela Roma.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/piano-concert-with-daniela-roma/) - Join us on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Open doors @ 6:00 pm Where: Wasserman Projects: 3434 Russell St #502, Detroit, MI 48207, United States (wassermanprojects.com) The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and the Wasserman Projects are pleased to partner on the presentation of Daniela Roma with a special concert set amongst the art installations featuring
- [The Filangieri-Franklin Correspondence: an Enlightening Dialogue Between Italy and the USA.”](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/the-filangieri-franklin-correspondence/) - Join Us on Zoom Tuesday, December 5, 2023 @ 4:00 PM (EST) The Italian Consulate in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Michigan Chapter are delighted to announce the upcoming event on Zoom, “The Filangieri-Franklin Correspondence: an Enlightening Dialogue Between Italy and the USA.” The event is part of the National Italian American Foundation Dr. A.
- [At the table with Italian cuisine: Health with Taste | VIII Week of Italian Cuisine in the World](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/a-tavola-con-la-cucina-italiana-il-benessere-con-gusto-viii-week-of-italian-cuisine-in-the-world/) - Join us on Sunday, November 19, 2023Time: 3:30 PM EST Online event on ZOOM Guest Speaker: Sara RoversiPresident of Future Food Institute and Paideia Campus, Pollica – Italy Please register ahead of time. After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail of your registration. Zoom registration link: click here. Organized by the Consulate of Italy,
- [A conversation with Italian Nobel Literature nominee: Dacia Maraini](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/a-conversation-with-author-dacia-maraini/) - Join us on Friday, November 3, 2023 Open doors @ 6:00 pm Where: Wasserman Projects: 3434 Russell St #502, Detroit, MI 48207 The Event is Free and Open to the Public, but you'll need to make a reservation. The conversation will take place primarily in English; Italian and non-Italian speakers are welcome to join! Sguardo
- [L'italiano dell'ambiente e l'italiano nell'ambiente delle lingue.](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/sustainability-in-the-italian-language/) - Join us Sunday, October 22, 2023 Time: 3:30 PM EST Online event on ZOOM To carry out the "ecological conversion," we need practical, simple, and honest communication; we would say "clean", to use an adjective that was in fashion before "sustainable" (clean energy, clean sea, etc.). Register in advance. After registering, you will receive a
- [Sustainability in the Language of Communication](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/sustainability-in-the-language-of-communication-la-sostenibilita-nel-linguaggio-della-comunicazione/) - Join us Thursday, October 19, 2023 Time: 12:30-1:30 PM Guest Speaker: Anna Lanzani Adjunct Professor of Marketing, University of Bologna, Italy ON ZOOM - Direct https://tinyurl.com/ydevd4ct How do we communicate about sustainability? In Italy, it is a vital yet delicate technical and linguistic endeavor. Should we use “old” Italian words and update their meaning, or
- [LoveITDetroit 2023 Edition](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/loveitdetroit-2023-edition/) - For the Love of Italy. For the Love of Detroit. For the Love of Design! The second edition of LoveITDetroit started September 1st: a month-long installation; in-person events; our metaspace 3.0, and so much more. Launch location for the Detroit Month of Design crawl, where visitors viewed the installation and love painting from some of the
- [Holocaust Remembrance Day!](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/holocaust-remembrance-day/) - In honor of the “Giornata della Memoria” – Holocaust Remembrance Day (observed globally on January 27) – the Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan wish to commemorate those Italians who suffered persecution as a result of the Racial Laws imposed by the Fascist government and under the Nazi occupation
- [Magic Italian Lab - LoveITDetroit](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/magic-italian-lab-loveitdetroit/) - Magic Italian Lab is an event for the younger generation, with activities about Italy, fairytale reading, dancing, crafts, snacks, and a film screening (ages 3 and up). Climate change is tough to discuss with kids, but this workshop and a kid-friendly movie are excellent ways to start the conversation. Exposing children to global warming inspires
- [Manca solo Mozart | Only Mozart is Missing](https://www.dantemichigan.org/event/manca-solo-mozart/) - The best Italian theater from Italy! The Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan and the Consulate of Italy in Detroit are pleased to announce – In Scena in Detroit. Manca solo Mozart (Only Mozart is Missing) Written & Directed by Antonio Grosso Performed by Marco Simeoli In Italian with English subtitles. SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023 @

## Classes

- [Italian Level A1.2 Beginners - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/a2_s/) - ~Italian A1.2 Level ~ Thursday (A few Wed.) 5:00-6:30 pm with Erika Starting: April 16, 2026 Dates: Thur. July 30 - Aug. 6, 13 - Tue. Aug. 18 - Thur. Aug. 27 - Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 - Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are
- [Italian for Children L1 – Ages 7-9 – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-l2-ages-7-in-person/) - Italian for children L1 – Ages 7-9 – with Silvia Starting: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: 11:40 AM - 12:40 AM Dates: Sept. 12, 26 - Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 - Nov. 7, 14, 21 - Dec. 5, 12 Potluck on Belle Isle! Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM A reservation
- [Italian for Children L1 – Ages 6-8 – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/children-ages-7-8/) - Italian for children ages 6-8 Location: DAS – 30100 Telegraph Rd. - Suite 322, Bingham Farms, 48025 (East Entrance) Starting: Saturday, September 12, 2026 - In-person with Silvia Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Dates: Sept. 12, 26 - Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 - Nov. 7, 14, 21 - Dec. 5, 12 (11 hours) Potluck
- [Italian Level A2.2  Elementary – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a2-1-elementary-online/) - Italian Level A2.2 ~~Tuesday, from 10:00-11:30 AM with Daniela Starting: June 16, 2026 Dates: Jun. 16, 23, 30 - Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28 - Aug. 4 Tuition rates for this summer session: 12 hours in 8 weekly classes. DAS Members are $150 – Non-Members are $170 (Online Rates) Books are required and shipped for $65
- [Italian Level A1.2 Beginners – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-1-beginners-online/) - ~~Italian Level A1.2 ~ MONDAY –11:30-1:00 PM – with Daniela Starting: June 15, 2026 Dates: Jun. 15, 22, 29 - Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27 - Aug. 3 Tuition Rates for this summer session: (12 hours in 8 weekly classes). DAS Members are $240 – Non-Members are $280 (Online rates) Books, including shipping, $65 (If
- [Italian Level A1.2 Beginners– Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/a_1_c/) - Italian A1.2 -Level~~ Wednesday - 1:15 - 2:45 PM – Online with Silvia Starting: July 15, 2026 Dates: Jul. 15, 22 - Aug. 5, 12, 26 - Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Oct. 7, 14, 21 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members: $240 – Non-Members: $280 (Online Rates). Book $50
- [Italian Conversation Level A1.4 – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-conversation-level-a1-2-online-2/) - Italian Conversation Level A1.4 – with Silvia Tuesday: 9:20 am – 10:20 am Starting: July 7, 2026 Dates: Jul. 7, 21 - Aug. 4, 11, 25 - Sept. 8 (6 hours)
- [Italian Level A2.1 Elementary – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-d-beginners-online/) - Level A2.1 Monday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM with Silvia Starting: Jun. 15, 2026 Dates: Jun. 15, 22, 29 - Jul. 13, 20, 27 - Aug. 3, 17, 31 - Sept. 14, 21, 28 - Oct. 5 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are $240 – Non-Members are $280 (Online
- [Italian Level A2.1 Elementary – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-beginners-in-person/) - Italian Level A2.1 ~~ 9:30-11:00 AM ~~ with Chiara Starting: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Dates: Jan. 17 -24- 31, Feb. 7 - 14 - 28, Mar. 7 - 14 - 21 - 28, Apr. 11 - 18 - 25 Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 weekly classes of 90 minutes). DAS Members are $270 –
- [Italian Level B1.2 Intermediate - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/level-a1-beginner/) - ~Italian Level B1.2~ Thursday 7:00 – 8:30 PM – with Silvia Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Starting: July 16, 2026 Dates: July. 16, 23, 30 - Aug. 6, 20, 27 - Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 - Oct. 8, 15, 22 Tuition Rates for online sessions: (20 hours in 13 classes). New book B
- [Italian Level A1.3 Beginners– Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1m-beginners-online/) - Italian Level A1.3 ~~Monday, from 1:45-3:15 PM with Silvia Starting: July 6, 2026 Dates: Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27 - Aug. 10, 17, 31 - Sept. 14, 21, 28 - Oct 5, 19, 26 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are $240 – Non-Members are $280 (Online Rates) Do you want
- [Italian Level A.1.2 - Beginner - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-m-online/) - Italian level A1.2 – Monday – 5:30-7:30 pm with Monica Starting: June 8, 2026 (Dates: Jun. 8, 15, 22, 29 - Jul. 13, 20, 27 - Aug. 3, 10, 17) (10 session-20 hours) NOTE: A course can/should be repeated if a level is not reached. Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 classes of 90 minutes).
- [Italian Level B1.1 – Intermediate - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a2-4-elementary-online/) - Italian Level B1.1 Intermediate~~ Monday, 5:30-7:00 pm– with Sandy. Starting: Monday, May 11, 2026 Dates: May 11-18; Jun. 1-8; Jul. 13-20-27; Aug. 3-10-17-24-31; Sep. 7 NEW book - Dieci Level B1 – shipped – $45.00 NOTE: A course can/should be repeated if a level is not reached. Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 weekly classes
- [Italian Conversation Level B2.4/C1.1 - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-conversation-b2-4-online/) - B2.4/C1.1 Conversazione – Friday – 10:30-11:30 am with Irene Starting: Jun. 12, 2026 Dates: (Jun. 12, 19, 26 – Jul. 10, 17, 24, 31 – Aug. 7, 28, 28) (10 hours) This is not just an additional conversation class but also a valuable opportunity for B2-level students to enhance their language skills. This class is
- [Italian Level B1.1 - Intermediate – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-levela1-1-beginners-in-person/) - Italian Level B1.1 ~~ Wednesday from 5:30 -7:00 PM with Laura Starting: April 8, 2026 Dates: Apr 8, 15, 22, 29 - May 6, 13, 20, 27 - Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 - Sept. 2 Please ensure you have purchased the new B Level books upon registration. Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 weekly
- [Italian Level A2.2 Elementary- Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/level-a-beginners-online/) - Italian Level A2.2 - Online with Luisa Wednesday: 6:30-8:00 PM Starting: April 27, 2026 Dates: April 27 - May 4-11-18-26 (on Tuesday instead of Monday, 25 Memorial Day) June 1 PAUSA August 31 September 8 (on Tuesday instead of Monday, 7 Labor Day) 14-21-28 October 5-12 Tuition Rates for online sessions: (20 hours in 13
- [Italian Level A2.3  Elementary – In Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/28564/) - Italian Level A2.3 ~~ Wednesday- 4:00-5:30 pm with Laura Starting: May 6, 2026 (Dates: May 6, 13, 20, 28 - Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 - Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are $270 – Non-1Members are $300 (In-person Rates) Do you want the
- [Italian Level A2 - Review - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-a2-f/) - ~Italian Level A2 REVIEW~~ Saturday, 8:45 -10:15 AM – with Francesca. Starting: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Dates: May 2 (May 2-9-16-30, Jun 6-13-20-27) (12 hours) Tuition Rates for 12 hours in 8 weekly classes. DAS Members are $150 – Non-Members are $170 (Online Rates) Do you want the reduced rate? Then, become a DAS Member.
- [Italian Level A2-Review -  Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/fg/) - ~~Italian A2~REVIEW ~Tuesday 6.30-8:00 pm - with Francesca Starting: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Dates: (April 28, May 5-12-19-26, Jun 9-16-23). Tuition Rates for 12 hours in 8 weekly classes. DAS Members are $150– Non-Members are $170 (Online Rates) Do you want the reduced rate? Then, become a DAS Member. A course can/should be repeated if
- [Italian Level A2.2 - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/1001/) - ~~Italian Level A2.2 ~ WEDNESDAY – 5:00-6:30 PM - with Jessica Starting: May 13, 2026 Dates: May 13, 20, 27 - Jun. 3, 10, 17, 24 - July 22, 29 - August 5, 12, 19, 26 Tuition Rates for in-person sessions: (20 hours in 13 weekly classes). DAS Members are $240 – Non-Members are $280
- [Italian Conversation – C1.2-Level -Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-2-beginners-online-2/) - C1.2-Level Conversation – TUESDAY – 6:30-7:30 pm with Irene Starting: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Dates: Jun.9, 16, 23 – Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28 – Aug. 4, 11, 18 This is not just an additional conversation class but also a valuable opportunity for C1-level students to enhance their language skills. This class is designed to
- [Italian Conversation Level B1.4 – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/30255/) - Italian Conversation B1.4-Level - with Irene. Wednesday – 6:00-7:00 pm Starting: Jun. 17 (Jun. 17, 24 – Jul. 8, 15, 22, 29 – Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26) This is not just an additional conversation class but also a valuable opportunity for B1-level students to enhance their language skills. This class is designed to supplement
- [Italian Level A1.1 – Beginner - In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/a2-in-person/) - ~ Level A1.1 ~ MONDAY - 4:30 pm-6:00 pm with Laura Starting: April 13, 2026 Dates: Apr. 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1; Aug. 24, 31; Sept. 7, 14, 21 Please ensure you have purchased the new A Level books upon registration. Tuition Rates for in-person sessions: (20 hours in 13
- [MagiFiaba Lab for Children Ages 3-5](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/magifiaba-reading-lab-for-children-ages-3-5/) - MagiFiaba lab for children ages 3-5 Location: DAS – 30100 Telegraph Rd. - Suite 322, Bingham Farms, 48025 (East Entrance) Project: "Animals in a box." Starting Sunday, With Francesca and Francesca Zen Time: 10:00-10:45 am Sunday dates; Next session starts September 6, 2026 The MagiFiaba lab offers a unique opportunity for children aged 3-5 to
- [MagiScuola Preschool Lab for Children Ages 5-8](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/magiscuola-preschool-lab-for-children-ages-5-8/) - MagiScuola preschool lab for children ages 5-8 with Francesca & Francesca Sunday, Monthly appointment. Location: DAS – 30100 Telegraph Rd. - Suite 322, Bingham Farms, 48025 (East Entrance) Project “Letters in a box.” Starting Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Belle Isle, Detroit Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm Sunday dates: next session starts September 6, 2026 MagiScuola,
- [Italian for Children L1 – Ages 8-11 – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-for-children-ages-8-12/) - Italian L1 – Ages 8-11 – with Lucia B1 Junior Starting: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Dates: Jan. 17, 24, 30 - Feb. 7, 13, 21, 28 - Mar. 14, 21, 28 - Apr. 11, 18, 25 - May 2, 9, 16 Time: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM DAS OFFICES: 30100 Telegraph Rd – STE 322 |
- [Italian for Children L2 - Ages 7 -11 - In-person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-l2-children-ages-8-10-online/) - Italian for children L2 - with Lucia Starting: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Time: 9:00-10:00 am Dates: Jan. 17, 24, 30 - Feb. 7, 13, 21, 28 - Mar. 14, 21, 28 - Apr. 11, 18, 25 - May 2, 9, 16 (16 hours) — DAS OFFICES: 30100 Telegraph Rd – STE 322 | Bingham Farms,
- [Italian Level A2 Review - Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-1-beginner-online/) - ~~Italian A2 Review ~~Friday - 2:30-4:00 PM with Silvia Starting: April 24, 2026 Dates Apr. 24 - May 1, 8, 29 - Jun. 5, 26 - Jul. 10, 17, 24 - Aug. 7, 21, 28 - Sept. 11 New book required, please add it to the registration page - Dieci Level A2 Tuition Rates for
- [Italian Level A1.3 Beginners– In Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-1-beginners-in-person-3/) - Italian Level A1.3 Level – Monday – 5:00-6:30 pm with Silvia Starting: April 13, 2026 Dates: Apr. 13, 20, 27 - May 4, 11, 18 - Jun. 1, 8, 22 - Jul. 13, 20 - Aug. 3, 10 Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 weekly classes of 90 minutes). DAS Members are $270 – Non-Members are $300
- [Italian Level A2.2 Elementary – In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-2-beginners-in-person/) - ~Italian Level A2.2 - Thursday from 6:00-7:30 PM with Jessica Starting: April 16, 2026 Dates: Apr. 16, 23, 30 - May 7, 14, 21, 28 - June 4, 11, 18, 25 - July 23, 30 Tuition Rates: (20 hours in 13 weekly classes of 90 minutes). DAS Members are $270 – Non-Members are $300 (In-Person Rates)
- [Italian Level A2 - Review – Online](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-4-beginner-online-2/) - ~~ A2 ~Review~ Saturday- 8:00 am-9:30 am with Silvia Starting: April 18, 2026 Dates: Apr. 18, 25 - Mar. 2, 9, 16, 30 - Jun. 6, 20, 27 - Jul. 11, 18, 25 - Aug. 1 Please note that there is a new book to purchase at the time of registration, DIECI A2 Tuition Rates
- [Italian Level A1.3 Beginners– In Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-a1-1-beginners-in-person/) - Italian Level A1.3 ~~ Tuesday- 5:30-7:00 PM with Laura Starting: February 24, 2026 Dates: Feb. 24 - Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28; May. 5, 12, 19 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are $270 – Non-Members are $300 (In-person Rates) Do you want the reduced rate?
- [Italian Level A1.1 Beginners - In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-conversation-level-a1-4-beginner-in-person/) - Italian A1.1-level with Jessica Starting: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Dates: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 - Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31 - Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28 - May 5 Class Location: 30100 Telegraph Rd – Ste. 322 | Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (East entrance) Tuition Rates for 20
- [Italian Level A1.1 Beginners – In Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/a1-m/) - Italian Level A1.1 ~~ Saturday 11:15 AM – 12:45 AM – with Chiara Starting: Jan. 17, 2026 Dates: Jan. 17 -24- 31, Feb. 7 – 14 – 28, Mar. 7 – 14 – 21 – 28, Apr. 11 – 18 – 25 Tuition Rates for 20 hours in 13 weekly classes. DAS Members are $270
- [Italian Level B2.4 - Fundamental- In-person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/italian-level-b1-in-person/) - Class Location: 30100 Telegraph Rd, Ste 322 - Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (East entrance) Italian Level B2.4– MONDAY- 6:00-7:30 pm - with Laura Starting: January 12, 2026 Dates: Jan 12, 19, 26 - Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 - Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Apr. 6. Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 2 – Book and
- [Pre-AP  Italian Language and Culture - In-Person](https://www.dantemichigan.org/classes/pre-ap-italian-language-and-culture/) - Pre-AP – AGES 11-13 – In-Person – with Lucia Starting: Saturday, January 17, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Dates: Jan. 17, 24, 30 - Feb. 7, 13, 21, 28 - Mar. 14, 21, 28 - Apr. 11, 18, 25 - May 2, 9, 16 (24 hours) — DAS OFFICES: 30100 Telegraph Rd –
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