Villa Charities – Discover the rich history and diversity of Italy’s regional languages through two special events celebrating its remarkable linguistic heritage.
Searching for the Italian Language – Dr. Giulio Leghissa explores medieval Italy’s linguistic landscape through the eyes of Dante Alighieri. Drawing on “De vulgari eloquentia,” Dante’s influential treatise, this talk examines the many regional languages of Italy and his search for a language worthy of great literature. Date: Tuesday, August 25, 7:00 p.m. Price: $5.00
L’eco dei dialetti: A Celebration of Dialects – An evening of poetry, prose, and song celebrating Italy’s enduring beauty of Italian dialects. Authors will bring their first languages to life, showcasing the unique voices, traditions, and cultural richness of Italy’s many regions. Date: Thursday, August 27, 6:30 p.m. Price: $10.00
