The Week Ahead: Oct. 28-31, 2024

 

CLICK on the below links for DETAILS.

Oct. 28-31 - HALLOWEEN WEEK IN CLASS - PreK, Elementary, Native Speaker 

MONDAY 11:00 - FREE Trieste 1954-2024 - Documentaries & Conversation - OUR AMERICAN DAYS and LE RAGAZZE di TRIESTE at American Corner Trieste 

WEDNESDAY 10:00 - FREE Oval Office Film Series - THE IDES OF MARCH - Film.   Show ONLY in the morning at 10:00 

THURSDAY 18:00 - FREE ONLINE English Conversation - American Road Trip - Out West

FRIDAY and SATURDAY - CLOSED

EXTRA SHOWS - I Nostri Giorni Americani e Le Ragazze di Trieste

A causa la grande affluenza il 21/10/24 al Teatro Rossetti per i film I NOSTRI GIORNI AMERICANI e LE RAGAZZE di TRIESTE, faremo degli ulteriori proiezioni in sede.

Martedì, 22/10/2024, ore 10 

Presso Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner Trieste
Piazza Sant'Antonio Nuovo, 6 (2° Piano)- Trieste
INGRESSO LIBERO ad esaurimento posti.

Martedì, 29/10/2024, ore 11

Presso Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner Trieste
Piazza Sant'Antonio Nuovo, 6 (2° Piano)- Trieste
INGRESSO LIBERO ad esaurimento posti.

Se hai perso le proiezioni, poi guardare i documentari su YouTube.  If you missed the screenings, you can watch them on YouTube on these links.

I Nostri Giorni Americani / Our American Days 

Le Ragazze di Trieste 

Part 1 

Part 2 

Inoltre su RaiPlay: In addition, on RaiPlay

Vola Colomba

Halloween Week in Class - October 25-31, 2024

 

Halloween will be celebrated in all of our Children’s Classes.  

Festeggeremo Halloween in classe da venerdì 25/10 a giovedì 31/10.  

I bambini possono arrivare in maschera se vogliano.  Non occorre essere spaventoso!  Anche le principesse, i poliziotti e i Power Ranger sono ben accetti!  

Vi ricordiamo che SAREMO CHIUSI venerdì e sabato il 1 e 2 novembre.  Si riapre lunedì 4 novembre. 

Happy Halloween! 

Children can wear costumes if they wish.  For Halloween, any type of costume is great.  Carnival type costumes are fine.  It doesn’t have to be scary.  

We will be Closed on November 1st and 2nd.  

Back in class on Monday, November 4th. 

American Corners in Italy

 

Exploring America in Italy: The Three American Corners Making Cultural Connections

Under the guidance of the U.S. Embassy to Italy and the Office of American Spaces in Washington D.C. , and joining over 600 American Corners in more than 140 countries, Italy’s American Corners are creating spaces for connection, learning, and cultural exchange. With three locations now open, the American Corners in Trieste, Pistoia, and Palermo serve as lively centers for American culture, English language practice, and cross-cultural dialogue.

American Corner Trieste – A Trailblazer for Cultural Exchange

Founded in 2007, the American Corner Trieste was the first of its kind in Italy. Hosted by the Associazione Italo Americana FVG, this center has offered Trieste a range of American-centered programs: film screenings, language courses, cultural workshops, STEM activities, educational advising, skills building projects and even a celebrated Fourth of July event. The center is a valued part of Trieste’s cultural scene, drawing locals, students, and American enthusiasts alike. Its long-standing presence has paved the way for the American Corner concept to expand to other Italian cities.

YouLab Pistoia – A Fusion of Technology and Culture

The American Corner in Pistoia, known as YouLab Pistoia, is another key addition to Italy's network of American Corners. Although its exact founding year is unclear, YouLab Pistoia offers a unique twist by combining American culture with digital literacy. Hosted by the Biblioteca San Giorgio, YouLab Pistoia is a creative space where technology and culture meet. Programs include everything from English conversation practice to workshops on digital skills, empowering local residents with tools that blend American innovation and Italian creativity.

American Corner Palermo – Honoring Legacy and Building Future Connections

The newest addition to the family, American Corner Palermo, opened its doors in October 2024, with programming opportunities starting in 2025. Hosted by the Fondazione Falcone, this center stands as a tribute to intercultural friendship and the shared commitment to justice, given the Fondazione’s dedication to combating organized crime in Sicily. By fostering cultural exchange, this American Corner is poised to enrich Palermo’s cultural landscape, creating new avenues for understanding and collaboration between Italy and the United States.

What American Corners Mean for Italy

Each of these American Corners brings a unique dimension of American culture to its host city. Together, they offer an impressive array of resources, from language and digital skills to educational and cultural experiences that deepen the ties between Italians and Americans. With the American Corner network growing, the future looks bright for cultural exchange across Italy, fostering a sense of shared values and creating bridges between two vibrant cultures.

Whether you're a local, an American living in Italy, or simply curious, these centers are worth visiting. Check out an American Corner near you and dive into this unique blend of Italian and American cultures!

New Digital Storytelling Workshops - Fall 2024

 

Video di Presentazione del Progetto Digital Storytelling - Paolo Borraccetti - Filmmaker

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTnziS8jNOA

Trieste, 20 agosto 2024

Ai Dirigenti Scolastici e Insegnanti delle scuole superiori/Licei
Oggetto: Workshops Gratuiti di Digital Storytelling per studenti

L’Ambasciata degli Stati Uniti, in collaborazione con l’Associazione Italo Americana FVG, offre workshops gratuiti per la creazione di cortometraggi documentari, rivolti agli studenti delle scuole superiori per l’anno scolastico 2024/2025.

Tematiche:
Origini, inclusione, multiculturalità, e sfide dei ragazzi con background multiculturale.

Durata:
18 ore di Workshop con 3 sessioni in presenza e incontri online, più il lavoro di preparazione, riprese e montaggio di brevi documentari.

• Venerdì 25 ottobre: 16-19 - Scrittura

  Sabato 26 ottobre: 9.30-12.30 - Scrittura

  Venerdì 15 novembre : 16-19 - Produzione

  Sabato 16 novembre: 9.30-12.30 - Produzione

  Venerdì 29 novembre: 16-19 - Post Produzione 

  Sabato 30 novembre: 9.30-12.30 - Post Produzione 

Modalità:
Gli studenti lavoreranno in gruppi di 4 per creare brevi documentari, utilizzando smartphone e computer personali per le riprese e il montaggio.

Iscrizioni e Selezioni:
Numero massimo partecipanti: 12 (3 gruppi).
Scadenza per inviare la candidatura: 11 ottobre 2024 18 ottobre 2024. Compilare il Google Form (https://forms.gle/Up98JGwC6aka8dse6) 

Docenti:
Paolo Borraccetti e Nicolò Braggion, registi e produttori di fama internazionale.

Incontro finale:
Proiezione dei lavori presso l’Associazione Italo Americana FVG, aperto al pubblico.

Per informazioni, contattare:
📧 Email: aiatriesteinfo@gmail.com
📞 Telefono: 040 630301 (9:00-13:00)

American Film Series 2024 2025

American Film Series 2024/25

9 American Films in Original Version with Subtitles
Shows at Cinema Super Via Paduina - Trieste

Thursdays at 10:00, 14:00, 16:30, 19:30

FREE Admission for 2024/25 Members.  NO SINGLE TICKETS.

You can pay for your Membership ONLINE 24/24 or at the Association in Person.

FALL HOURS:

Cash - Monday to Saturday 9-13, and Monday to Friday 17-19.

POS - Monday to Friday 9-13

• ONLINE MEMBERSHIP with Credit Card on this LINK (after having watched the tutorial video)
• TUTORIAL VIDEO for Membership with the ONLINE SYSTEM (payment by Credit Card)

€25 - Ridotto - Students 16+, Teachers, 65+
€35 - Intero - Regular Membership

Save the Dates: 

🍿OCTOBER 24th - FREE POPCORN for EVERYONE for the 1st FILM!

October 24, 2024 - CHALLENGERS (2024) 2 hours 11 min. 

Stars: Mike Faist, Josh O'Connor, Zendaya
Tashi, a former tennis prodigy turned coach, transformed her husband into a champion. But to overcome a recent losing streak and redeem himself, he'll need to face off against his former best friend, and Tashi's ex-boyfriend.

November 21, 2024 - THE FALL GUY (2024) 2 hours 6 min.

Stars Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson

A stuntman, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What could possibly go right?

December 5, 2024 - THE BIKERIDERS (2023) 1 hour 56 min.

Stars Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Tom Hardy

After a chance encounter, headstrong Kathy is drawn to Benny, member of Midwestern motorcycle club the Vandals. As the club transforms into a dangerous underworld of violence, Benny must choose between Kathy and his loyalty to the club.

January 9, 2025 - INSIDE OUT 2 (2024) 1 hour 36 min

Animation.  Voices: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman

A sequel that features Riley entering puberty and experiencing brand new, more complex emotions as a result. As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced.

February 6, 2025 - TWISTERS (2024) 2 hours 2 min.

Stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos

Kate Carter, a retired tornado-chaser and meteorologist, is persuaded to return to Oklahoma to work with a new team and new technologies.

February 27, 2025 - HIT MAN (2023) 1 hour 55 min

Stars: Glen Powell, Adria Arjona, Austin Amelio

A professor moonlighting as a hit man of sorts for his city police department, descends into dangerous, dubious territory when he finds himself attracted to a woman who enlists his services.

March 20, 2025 - ROCK HUDSON:  ALL THAT HEAVEN ALLOWED (2023) 1 hour 44 min.

Stars: Rock Hudson, Roy Scherer, Ken Hodge

The biography of renowned actor Rock Hudson is examined in this relevant investigation of Hollywood and LGBTQ+ identity, from his public "ladies' man" character to his private life as a gay man.

April 17, 2025 - THELMA (2024) 1 hour 38 min.

Stars:  June Squibb, Fred Hechinger, Richard Roundtree

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her.

May 8, 2025 - SING SING (2023) 1 hour 47 min.

Stars:  Colman Domingo, Clarence Maclin, Sean San Jose

Divine G, imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men in this story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art.

Your membership also gives you:

DISCOUNTS at the Trieste Cinema Group (Nazionale, Giotto, Ambasciatori, Fellini, Super)

The possibility to register for English Courses

Use of the Lending Library - Books, Dvds, Magazines

Invitations to Members Only Events

The Week Ahead: Oct. 21-26, 2024

 

CLICK on the below links for DETAILS.

MONDAY 18:00 - FREE Trieste 1954-2024 - Documentaries & Conversation - OUR AMERICAN DAYS and LE RAGAZZE di TRIESTE at Teatro Rossetti.  Conversation with Karoline Steckley, Denise Tecchio, Chiara Barbo 

WEDNESDAY 10:00 - FREE Oval Office Film Series - NIXON & ELVIS - Film.   Show ONLY in the morning at 10:00 

THURSDAY 10, 14, 16:30, 19:30 - American Film Series - CHALLENGERS at Cinema Super - Members Only.  Free Popcorn!

THURSDAY 18:00 - FREE ONLINE English Conversation - American Road Trip - New York

FRIDAY 15:30 -FREE TEEN MAKERS SPACE 

FRIDAY - 16-19 and SATURDAY 9:30 - 12:30 -   DIGITAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS for Teens

Corsi di Inglese 2024/25

INIZIO CORSI FALL:  la settimana del 30 settembre 2024
POSTI LIMITATI

• Inglese Full-Immersion senza lasciare Trieste

• Associazione Culturale senza fini di lucro, fondata nel 1961. Riconosciuta dalla Regione FVG.

• Corsi in presenza con classi a numero limitato. 

• 3 Sessioni:  FALL - WINTER - SPRING da 10 lezioni collettive ciascuna. 

Sotto troverete tutte le informazioni per iscriverti oppure i tuoi figli ai nostri corsi di inglese.  

PER ISCRIVERSI AI CORSI, PRIMA BISOGNA TESSERARSI per L'ANNO SOCIALE 2024/25. 

Si può fare il tesseramento direttamente ONLINE oppure in sede.  

Se iscrivete un minore di 16 anni, il genitore deve creare un account per il figlio. Il minore è un socio SPECIALE (senza pagamento) collegato al genitore.

Il genitore deve creare anche il proprio account ed iscriversi come tesserato (a pagamento) INTERO - €25 oppure RIDOTTO - €35.

• VIDEO TUTORIAL PER TESSERAMENTO ed ISCRIZIONE CORSI con il SISTEMA ONLINE (pagamento con Carta di Credito)

• TESSERAMENTO E ISCRIZIONI ONLINE SU QUESTO LINK (dopo aver guardato i tutorial)

Abbiamo Offerto OPEN DAYS in SETTEMBRE per conoscere i programmi e gli insegnanti, ma NON ABBIAMO LEZIONE PROVA. 

CORSI COLLETTIVI per BAMBINI e TEEN

Sessione: 

FALL Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 30/09/2024. Fine: 14/12/2024

WINTER:  Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 07/01/2025. Fine: 22/03/2025

SPRING: Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 24/03/2025. Fine: 16/06/2025

Costo per Sessione di 10 lezioni:

Si sceglie un giorno e si partecipa il giorno scelto.  

Pre K - €125 - 60 min

Mar/Tue 17-18 - Chiuso

Mer/Wed 17-18

Gio/Thu 17-18

Elementary 123 - €180 - 90 min

Mar/Tue 16:30-18 -

Gio/Thu 16:30-18 -

Ven/Fri 16:30-18

Sab/Sat 9:30-11

Elementary 345 - €180 - 90 min

Mar/Tue 18:10-19:40

Mer/Wed 16:30-18 - Chiuso

Mer/Wed18:10-19:40

Gio/Thu 18:10-19:40 - Chiuso

Ven/Fri 18:10-19:40

Sab/Sat 9:30-11:00

Sab/Sat 11:10-12:40

Native Speaker - €235 - 120 min

Lun/Mon 17-19

Middle School - €235 - 120 min

Lun/Mon. 15:45-17:45

Mar/Tue 15:45-17:45 - Chiuso

Gio./Thurs 15:30-17:30

High School - €235 - 120 min

Mer./Wed 15-17 - Chiuso

Gio./Thurs 18-20 - Chiuso

CORSI COLLETTIVI per ADULTI

Sessione: 

FALL Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 30/09/2024. Fine: 14/12/2024

WINTER:  Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 07/01/2025. Fine: 22/03/2025

SPRING: Lezioni: 10. Inizio: 24/03/2025. Fine: 16/06/2025

Costo per Sessione di 10 lezioni:

Si sceglie un giorno e si partecipa il giorno scelto.  

Beginner (A1) - €270 - 120 min

Mer/Wed 18-20

Advanced Beginner (A2) - €270 - 120 min

Lun/Mon 18-20

Intermediate Conversation (B1) -€270 -120 min

Lun/Mon 10-12

Mar/Tues 18-20

Advanced Conversation (B2) €270- 120 min

Mar/Tues 18-20

Business English at Lunch

Lun/Mon 13:30-14:30

*English for English Teachers

Day and Time to be decided

Contact us if you're interested.  Starting in November.

LEZIONI INDIVIDUALI a RICHIESTA e in base alla disponibilità dei nostri docenti.

Quota di Associazione 

Siamo un’Associazione Culturale senza fini di lucro e ogni partecipante deve diventare socio.

Nel caso di ragazzi sotto i 16 anni, il genitore diventa socio e il figlio è collegato al tesseramento dello stesso.

Tesseramento Annuale con validità 1/9 – 31/8:

Intero - €35

Ridotto - €25 (Studente da 16 anni; Senior da 65 anni; Docenti)

Compreso nella Quota di Tesseramento

• Ingresso alla Rassegna del Cinema Americano in V.O. al Cinema Super per soci da 16 anni. 
• Convenzione presso TriesteCinema per biglietti a tutti i film del gruppo ad un prezzo ridotto per Soci 2024/25 (mostra la tua tessera aggiornata).
• Utilizzo della biblioteca / medioteca.
• Partecipazione ad eventi per solo soci.
• Potrete diventare socio soltanto per frequentare la Rassegna Cinema oppure usufruire della biblioteca.

💳Pagamento

• Online con Carta di Credito (scelta consigliata) LINK
• In Sede in Contanti e di soltanto la mattina con il POS.  
• Con Voucher Welfare Aziendale come concordato con ns. admin.
• Con POS - Soltanto da lunedì a venerdì 9-13.  

Le informazioni dettagliate sui pagamenti sono disponibili cliccando qui

Altri corsi

Teniamo anche lezioni di gruppo e individuali per adulti a richiesta, in base alla disponibilità dei nostri docenti. 

Domande?

Il nostro numero è 040 63 03 01 - chiamate la mattina 9-13 

Scrivete ad aiatriesteinfo@gmail.com (nel messaggio fornire anche un recapito telefonico e richiameremo appena possibile)

Ci trovate in sede da lunedì a sabato ore 9-13 e lunedì a venerdì 17-19

Associazione Italo Americana FVG

Piazza Sant'Antonio Nuovo, 6 - 2° Piano (sopra il Bar Stella Polare)

Trieste 

Teen Maker Space 2024/25

 

Fill in this form for One Time REGISTRATION

 (You don't need to register for each meeting).

Text in English:

Teen Maker Space

Make. Create. Innovate...IN ENGLISH

First Meeting: Friday, October 11 from 15:30-17:30.

Every Friday 

FREE and Open to All Middle and High School Students. 

Fridays from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. (ore 15:30-17:30)

Adult Mentors

3D Printing, Electronics, Chemistry, Engineering, Drones, Upcycling and More!

🗽 Opportunity offered thanks to the support of the U.S. Embassy to Italy.

FREE ONLINE Conversations about American Life and Culture

FREE ONLINE Conversations 

AMERICAN LIFE and CULTURE 

Themes for the 2024 Fall Edition: American Road Trip

Initiative organized by Cedocs - Bolzano with the Associazione Italo Americana FVG, with the support of the Province of Bolzano - Bilingualism and Foreign Languages.  

Instructor:  Karoline Steckley, President of the Associazione Italo Americana FVG.

Participation: Free of Charge.  ONLINE.  .

Send an email to the following address to get the ZOOM LINK. info@cedocs.it

All the videos of the previous lessons are on the YouTube Channel under the title "I Video del Cedocs".  Type Karoline Steckley.

1. Thursday 3/10 – ore 18 - American Road trip- then & now

2. Thursday 10/10 -  ore 18 - The American South

3. Thursday 17/10 -  ore 17 - Boston and the East Coast

4. Thursday 24/10 – ore 18 - New York

5. Thursday 31/10 – ore 18 - Out West

6. Thursday 7/11 – ore 18 - US Presidential Inauguration

7. Thursday 14/11 -  ore 18 - The Midwest

8. Thursday 21/11 – ore 18 - California & Pacific North West

9. Thursday 28/11 – ore 18 -Native American Reservations

10. Wednesday 04/12 – ore 18 - National Parks then & now

The Week Ahead: Oct. 14-19, 2024

 

CLICK on the below links for DETAILS.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 - Oval Office Film Series - WEST WING -  Season 7, SHOW FINALE.   Show ONLY in the morning at 10:00 

THURSDAY 18:00 - ONLINE English Conversation - American Road Trip - Boston and the East Coast

FRIDAY 15:30 - TEEN MAKERS SPACE 

FRIDAY 18:00 - TESOL - Back to School Meeting for English Teachers. Networking and Planning for 2024/25

SATURDAY 10:00 -  Trieste Ukulele Club.  Newcomers always welcome.  

REGISTRATION is STILL OPEN for Digital Storytelling Workshops for Teens.

ARE YOU A 2024/25 MEMBER?  The American Film Series at Cinema Super starts on October 24th with CHALLENGERS

The Week Ahead: Oct. 7-11, 2024

 FREE Events at the American Corner Trieste

CLICK on the below links for DETAILS.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 - Oval Office Film Series - WEST WING - Episode 1 Season 1.   Show ONLY in the morning at 10:00 and NOT at 18:00

THURSDAY 8:30 and 11 - Next Goal Wins - Sports Diplomacy Initiative for High Schools

THURSDAY 15:00  - Seminar - Disinformation in the Contemporary Landscape - At the University of Trieste - Humanities

THURSDAY 18:00 - ONLINE English Conversation - American Road Trip - The South

FRIDAY 15:30 - Teen Maker Space

FRIDAY 17:00  - Film We Were Recruits - in Ukrainian with Ukrainian subtitles

US Election 2024 - Events

US Voter Registration Assistance

September 10, 2024, 10 - 16.  You can also come any morning nd we'll assist you.  Act now! 

INFO at this LINK

US BALLOT ASSISTANCE

Ballots were emailed on September 20/21 to those who filled in the FCPA Card.  If you need help to print your ballot, we are here.  Come to the office in the morning.  

We encourage to DOWNLOAD, PRINT, VOTE, MAIL IMMEDIATELY.  

Posta Prioritario Internazionale costs around €5.50, depending on the weight.  

On the Road to the Oval Office - October 2024 Events

Oval Office Film Series - FREE at American Corner Trieste 

ONLY MORNINGS at 10 am.  

🎬🍿 Ready for a Presidential movie marathon? 👔🇺🇸 Check out the OVAL OFFICE Film Series—where politics, power, and drama collide! 💥 Here’s the ultimate lineup:

October 9th, 10 am  - 📺 West Wing - TV Series (1999)

• Season 1, Episode 1 – The beginning of greatness 🌟

October 16th, 10 am   📺 West Wing - TV Series (2006)

• Season 7, Last Episode – The epic finale 🏛️

October 23rd, 10 am   🎸 Elvis & Nixon – Film (2016) When Rock 'n' Roll met the Oval Office 🎤🎶

October 30th, 10 am  🗳️ The Ides of March – Film (2011) Betrayal, ambition, and the dark side of elections 😱

Get your popcorn ready and dive into this political rollercoaster! 🎟️🍿 #PoliticalDrama #MovieNight #OvalOfficeDrama

TAKE A SELFIE WITH THE CANDIDATES

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October 10, 2024, 15-18

At the University of Trieste - Department of Humanities - Androna Campo Marzio 10, Sala Atti.  

Seminar - Disinformation in the Contemporary Landscape 

In English - Free and Open to the Public

Perspectives on the pervasive influence of disinformation in today’s media landscape, and the intersection of language, politics, and media.

Collaboration with:

• Università degli Studi di Trieste - Dipartimento degli Studi Umanistici
• United States Mission to Italy
• American Corner Trieste / Associazione Italo Americana FVG 

In English - Free and Open to the Public

Perspectives on the pervasive influence of disinformation in today’s media landscape, and the intersection of language, politics, and media.

Welcome and Introduction:

Rachel Cooke -US Embassy to Italy Minister Counselor for Public Diplomacy

Speakers:

Piergiorgio Trevisan - University of Trieste

Massimiliano Demata - University of Turin

Nicoletta Vasta - University of Udine

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Featured Books in the American Corner Library - Presidents and Candidates

Come in and check out a book!  

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ELECTION NIGHT

Save the Date:  Tuesday, NOVEMBER 5th,  8 pm - 10 pm

In House Ballot Box.  

Light Meal.  Members Only.  

Details Coming Soon.