Meet the Author: Megan Hoyt
Join us for a free event in collaboration with the Italian Cultural & Community Center! We’re delighted to welcome Megan Hoyt, author of La Bici di Bartali, a children’s book that tells the inspiring tale of cyclist Gino Bartali, recognized for his efforts to stop the persecution of Jews during World War. Space is limited, REGISTER […]
Read moreApplications for the Eduitalia Scholarships 2024 are now open and available.
Applications are open to students who will pass the Italian AP exam 2024. A total of 19 grants will be awarded. The grants will cover accommodation in Italy for up to 5 weeks at one of Eduitalia associated schools, Italian classes, didactic material, and extracurricular activities. The deadline for the application is on May 31st, 2024. […]
Read moreThe Italea project begins: an exciting journey dedicated to those with Italian origins.
The Italea project is aimed at Italians living abroad and Italian descendants: hospitality, discounts and initiatives for those who want to travel to Italy to follow in the footsteps of their family history. A journey through Italy’s wonders to discover one’s origins and rediscover the places, traditions and culture of the ancestors. The Italea project has started, inviting […]
Read more7th Day of Italian Research in the World
Sei un ricercatore italiano? Non perdere l’evento di networking organizzato in collaborazione con Comites Houston – Comitato degli Italiani all’Estero, ISSNAF – West South Central Chapter e Texas Scientific Italian Community in occasione della Giornata della Ricerca Italiana nel Mondo, Mercoledi’ 1 maggio 2024. La partecipazione e’ gratuita ma i posti sono limitati. Registrati subito! […]
Read moreCall for sponsors – Activities organized on the occasion of the celebration of the 2024 edition of Italy’s National Day and for certain activities of the 2024 Promotional Program
The Consulate General of Italy in Houston, with this public notice, and its annexes, offers the opportunity to sign Sponsorship contracts with the Embassy with the aim to support the organization of activities related to the celebrations of the 2024 edition of Italy’s National Day, and of certain events of the 2024 Promotional Program of […]
Read more“PREMIO ITALIA RADICI NEL MONDO” INTERNATIONAL LITERARY COMPETITION – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
The Municipality of Torricella Peligna (Province of Chieti), within the framework of the cultural festivals John Fante Festival “Il dio di mio padre” [“My Father’s God”] and Piccolo Festival delle Spartenze Migrazioni e Cultura [Small Festival of Departures, Migrations, and Culture], has launched a literary competition for unpublished stories, aimed at Italian authors or authors of Italian origin residing […]
Read moreItinerant Passport and Civil Status Officer – Austin, May 3rd 2024
As part of the initiatives aimed at guaranteeing an increasingly effective service to the resident community, on May 3rd 2024 the Consulate General of Italy in Houston will organize a day entirely dedicated to receiving the public for the collection of the biometric data necessary for the completion of the procedures for the issuing/renewal of […]
Read morePompeii: The Immortal City
Date: March 30 – June 23, 2024 Location: Arlington Art Museum Description: Experience the grand unveiling of the Arlington Art Museum’s newest exhibit, “Pompeii: The Immortal City.” Step into a world-class multi-media experience that transports you back in time to Rome, just moments before, during, and after the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD […]
Read moreFIGSO Italian Studies Speaker Series Talk with Claudia Durastanti
Date: Friday April 12, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Joynes Reading Room CRD 007 Strangers I Know: Book Talk and Signing with Claudia Durastanti, organized by the French and Italian Graduate Student Organization. Please join us for a conversation with award-winning author, translator, and journalist Claudia Durastanti and Assistant Professor of Italian Studies Dr. Rebecca Falkoff […]
Read moreFRECCIAROSSA DISCOUNT FOR ITALIANS LIVING ABROAD
In agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), Trenitalia will offer a discount to Italians registered with AIRE. The purpose of the discount is to provide Italian citizens living abroad and travelling in Italy with the possibility of purchasing Trenitalia-Frecciarossa train tickets at special conditions, thanks the following offers valid until […]
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