February 2022 Newsletter


FEBRUARY 2022 NEWS
Associazione Italo Americana FVG
American Corner Trieste

February - Black History MonthUkulele ClubRandom Acts of Kindness.
2 Films in the American FIlm SeriesLast Black Man in New York and Luce.  

We are an associazione culturale.  Italian legislation mandates the Green Pass "Rafforzato" and Face Mask to enter the premises and to go to the theater.
Thanks to all who came to the Sala Luttazzi for our 60th Anniversary Documentary.  You can view the full documentary and all the interviews on our YouTube Channel.  
Opening remarks from the Acting US Ambassador to Italy, interviews with members from the past and present.  60 years of history in 40 minutes.  Over 3 generations of Triestini have studied English with the Association and 2 generations have enjoyed the American Film Series.  
 
Join us for our 40th Season!  9 great films in English
at Teatro dei Fabbri, via dei Fabbri 2/A - Trieste.  

THURSDAY Shows at 10:00, 16:30,19:30 
Mandatory: Green Pass "Rafforzato" & FFP2 Face Mask


 
Your MEMBERSHIP Card gives you FREE Entry to the movie. (If you forgot to pick up your card, don't worry.  We have your name on our registration list).
Not a member yet? Pay by Cash at the Associazione or at the Fabbri on film day, or via Credit Card Online 24/7.

2 FILMS this MONTH! 

 
 

17/02 - Luce  

     Coming in March: 24/03 - Falling and 31/03 - The United States vs. Billie Holiday

 
ENGLISH CLASSES
Winter Session English Classes have begun and continue until the end of March.  Spring Session starts at the beginning of April. Courses for Children & Teens and for Adults.  Questions? Write an email to aiatriesteinfo@gmail.com and include your phone number.  
 
 
 American Corner Trieste  
Free Events are posted on Facebook Pages, Instagram and our Blog.
 
The American Corner Library is open!  Monday - Saturday 9-12 and Tuesday and Thursday 17-19.  Please RETURN any items that you still have. Look at the American Corner Library Catalog.

More online ties to the US.
  Emma is our Virtual Library Intern studying for a Masters Degree in Library Science at the University of Texas, Austin. Emma is available to meet online with students and librarians to discuss her university and her studies.   Women's Book Club went online with the U.S. author Andrea Lee to discuss her novel Red Island House.

February Theme: Black History Month Each February, the United States celebrates Black History Month. This annual observance recognizes the important achievements by African Americans in U.S. history.  In1976 President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” 

01/02, 15/02 , 3 pm - Meet the Professor - Visiting Professor Eric Russell from UC Davis will meet University students for an informal chat about studying in the US and discuss his research. 

11/02 & 25/02, 10 am -   English Conversation Club - Do you want to speak more and Improve your English?  Have a  Free 1 hour conversation with our American Facilitator. This is not a class.  Various topics.  Limited to 8 participants. Registration Requested on this LINK.

Fridays from 4-6 pm - Teen Maker Space for Middle School and High School Students. 3D Printing, Electronics, Technology. with Adult Mentors.  Free. Registration is closed. 
05/02, 12 noon - Ukulele Club 
08/02, 11 am - Documentary Film - Mighty Uke - The Amazing Comeback of a Musical Underdog. Discover why so many people of different nations, cultures, ages, and musical tastes are turning to the ukulele to express themselves, connect with the past, and with each other. Watch it with us, or get an eLibraryUSA password and watch at home on Kanopy. 
15/02 , 3 pm - Meet the Professor - Visiting Professor Eric Russell from UC Davis will meet University students for an informal chat about Academic Writing. Bring examples of your academic writing.
 
19/02, 12 noon - Ukulele Club
22/02, 10 am - Film - A Raisin in the Sun (1961) with Sidney Poitier and Ruby Dee.
24/02, 8:30 pm - Women's Book Club - A Raisin in the Sun  by Lorraine Hansberry.     


eLibraryUSA – Temporary Remote Access – Request your personal temporary access code today.  Read The New York Times, National Geographic, Oprah!  Watch documentaries free of charge in English.  American newspapers, magazines, videos, read and watch children’s books from BookFlix, resources and databases are available remotely only during the Covid-19 period (afterwards only at the American Corner).



🎸UKULELE CLUB! 
Small, versatile, easy to play.  Open to all ages and all levels.  Join us.  Bring your Ukulele or borrow one for the meeting. Don't play yet? Sing along.  So much fun!  Believe us!
First Meeting 05/02 and  Second Meeting 19/02 at 12.  Registration Requested. 


Cultivate Kindness. Random Acts of Kindness Register yourself and your children for the Random Acts of Kindness Challenge and receive a certificate. Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17th.  Thank you!   

 

ENGLISH TEACHER’S CORNER
TESOL ITALY - Renew your Membership and participate in future Online English Language Improvement Courses for English Teachers.  
 
Look at the Resources on American English at State for Educators and on Facebook – American English for Educators

American English LIVE for Educators Series 13 begins January 19th through March 30th on Wednesdays at 8 am and 1 pm Eastern Time/Washington, DC. To participate, visit the American English for Educators Facebook Page.  Free.

Take a FREE Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that will enhance your English language skills and specialized content knowledge!  English for Business and Entrepreneurship, English for Science, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM), English for Journalism,  English for Career Development, English for Media Literacy. The courses can be completed at your own pace and preferred time of day. Each course takes 10-15 hours to complete.

It's time to look at options for Fall 2023. 
The Fulbright Italy Office offers many opportunities for graduate students.  
The EducationUSA website is a valuable source for planning your studies in the US.  

Were you a Fulbrighter or a USA Govt. Exchange Alumni?  We would LOVE to meet you!  Are you available to share your experiences with us.  Send us an email. Fulbright is celebrating 75 years of activity!

 STAFF PICKS for the Month
 Visiting Virtual Exhibits at: The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C.  
 Listening to The Life and Legacy of Sidney Poitier Podcast on Spotify.  
Watching the Super Bowl LVI
Learning how Hershey's Kisses are made.  
Performing Random Acts of Kindness

 

 US CITIZENS
 Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service provided by the U.S. Government to U.S. citizens who are traveling to, or living in, a foreign country.  STEP allows you to enter information about your upcoming trip abroad so that the Department of State can better assist you in an emergency. STEP also allows Americans residing abroad to get routine information from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
 
Vote from Abroad. Americans can vote. Wherever they are.  Now is the time to submit your 2022 Federal Post Card Application so you will receive absentee ballots for the entire year.  
 
US Passport Renewal.  Check your expiration date to avoid surprises.  Adult passports can be renewed by mail. 
 
Federal Benefits Unit. Contact the office in Rome via email for assistance related to Social Security, Benefits, Medicare. 

 
US and International Special Days


February: African American History Month 

Feb 2: World Wetlands Day

Feb 4: World Cancer Day 

Feb 11: International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Feb. 14: Valentine's Day
Feb 17: Random Acts of Kindness Day

Feb 21: Presidents Day 

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