4 evenings to discover a surprising, little-known part of Italy

3 evenings left:

THURSDAY, June 10, 2021

THURSDAY, June 24, 2021

WEDNESDAY, June 29, 2021

IN ENGLISH – ON ZOOM

from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm (PST)

Admission:

FREE for the Dante Society members

Lump-sum of $10/3 episodes for non-members

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Get off the beaten path & find an authentic way of appreciating Italy!

Patrizia Pietroniro will guide you through her beloved region. ​

Join us for the next 3 evenings in English via ZOOM: JUNE 10, 24 & 29, 2021 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PDT

In the Alpine foothills & among some of the best white wine-producing estates in Italy, discover the city of Gorizia, the 2025 European Capital of Culture at the crossroads of the Italian, Slavic, and Germanic cultures, and with its massiveWorld War I memorials & itineraries. And much more…!

The second edition of the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival will present a selection of films celebrating Canada’s multiculturalism with a special ‘Focus Italia’ series from June 27th – July 17th, 2021.

The ICFF presented by Lavazza has teamed up with multicultural media company CHIN Radio/TV once again, in partnership with Ontario Place and the Embassy of Italy in Ottawa, for the second edition of the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival, from June 27th – July 17th, 2021! This exciting event, presented in collaboration with Rogers Communications and Christie Digital, and funded by the Government of Ontario, offers Canadians an opportunity to reintegrate into society through a safe and socially engaging event. Multiculturalism is at the core of the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival, which this year will stay true to its International program with a thoughtfully-curated selection of films representing Canada’s cultural mosaic from variety of communities including: Americans, British, Koreans, Latinx, Africans, Chinese, French, Jewish, Japanese, Turkish, Indians, Iranians, Indigenous Peoples and Russians with a special ‘Focus Italia’ series. The festival will open on Canada Multiculturalism day, and will maintain its focus on diversity and expand its reach to engage a wider range of communities and minorities. The film selection will guarantee to shed a light on the intricate texture of Canadian society, bringing forward a vast collection of multicultural stories which will reflect the values of inclusivity and acceptance. The festival will bring the best of contemporary International cinema along with immersive entertainment for guests with red carpet appearances, special guests, celebrity hosts, unique concessions, special events, brand new theatre venues and so much more! All movies will be screened in their original language accompanied by English subtitles.

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Get off the beaten path & find an authentic way of appreciating Italy!

Patrizia Pietroniro will guide you through her beloved region. ​

Join us for the next 3 evenings in English via ZOOM: JUNE 10, 24 & 29, 2021 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PDT

Mixing Italian, Austro-Hungarian & Slovenian influences, Trieste preserves its unique border-town culture. Once the great seaport of the Habsburg Empire, its waterfront, neoclassical architecture & mix of religions, languages & cuisines preserve the real magic of this place. Do not forget its top attractions: Miramare Castle, Grotta Gigante (the world’s largest tourist cave), Barcolana (the world’s largest sailing regatta), the ancient Roman amphitheater & historical cafés, gathering places for intellectuals such as Italo Svevo, James Joyce, Umberto Saba & Claudio Magris.