Fall Italian Language Classes
In our Basic Italian Conversation classes, participants will practice reading and conversing in Italian at a basic level under the guidance of Dr. Paola Basile, native of Rome and professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College.
explore italy classes
During our Explore Italy classes, attendees will learn about various facets Italian regions and cities, including the language, culture, food, and wines, with Dr. Paola Basile, a native of Italy and Professor of Italian Studies at Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio.
The first part of the class will be a presentation on and discussion about the region's culture and language. During the second part of class, attendees will have the opportunity to taste regional wines and sample regional cuisine.
Class Schedule
Class time is 10:30a-12:30p. You may register for all classes or select individual classes you would like to attend. Class size is limited, so register early.
- Oct 4 - Rome, Lazio
- Oct 18 - The region of Abruzzo
- Nov 8 - The region of Molise
Cost
$30 per class.
Location
All classes take place at the Italian American Museum of Cleveland (IAMCLE) located in the heart of Cleveland's Little Italy
(between Presti's and Maxi's.)
Explore italy class schedule
Rome, Lazio - October 4, 2025
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
Join us as we explore Rome, the historic capital of Italy, and the surrounding Lazio region, known for its rich cultural heritage, landscapes, and culinary traditions. Through history, geography, and culture, attendees will learn why Rome and Lazio remain central to Italy’s story.
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
Abruzzo is a central Italian region celebrated for its dramatic mountains, Adriatic coastline, and enduring rural traditions. The class explores the region’s history, from ancient settlements to its role in shaping Italian identity, alongside its rich folklore, cuisine, and artisanal crafts.
The Region of Molise - November 8, 2025
The Region of Abruzzo - October 18, 2025
The Region of Molise - November 8, 2025
Molise, one of Italy’s smallest and least-known regions, is a region where ancient traditions and unspoiled landscapes remain central to daily life. Join us as we learn its history from Samnite roots through medieval towns, as well as its artisanal crafts, cuisine, and enduring immigrant connections abroad.