The Place Directed by Paolo Genovese (2017) If Perfect Strangers investigated the darkest sides of those who move among us, The Place explores the black souls that live within us. The man sitting at the bar, day and night (brought to life by Valerio Mastandrea), gives directions to people who turn … Continue reading
Begin or continue with your Italian studies this Spring! Space is limited and classes will fill up soon, so hurry and register today and secure your spot in your favorite class and time! For absolute beginners, there’s a Basic 1. For returning students or new students with prior study, there are the higher … Continue reading
New Government Regulations Require Language Proficiencyto Apply for Italian Citizenship Offered by the Università per Stranieri, the CILS exam officially certifies individuals’ Italian language skills. Students that successfully pass all sections of the exam will receive a certificate issued from the Università per Stranieri di Siena, which is recognized … Continue reading
Are you planning a trip to Italy in the near future? Want to know a bit more about the language and culture than most visitors? Summer Session • Destinazione ITALIA Class Begins June 15th We look forward to welcoming you to our Italian Language and Culture Introduction. We will teach you … Continue reading
By Sentieri Contributor Jack Piliponis If you have been to Europe you’re likely to be aware that Europeans DO take their vacations and often take them in August. Italians carry it a step further, with a cherished full-scale national holiday every August 15, “Ferragosto.” While Italians celebrate Ferragosto in many … Continue reading
In 2009, on September 27th, Daniela Cavallero’s mother passed away. Lina Tonello was a woman who strongly encouraged Daniela throughout her life. This inspiration and support lead Daniela to open the Italian school known to all of us as Sentieri. In 2009, to honor her mother’s memory, Daniela had instituted … Continue reading
Grammitalia: Summer 2016 June 29, Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm Presente dei verbi (Basic) July 6, Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm Articoli, Sostantivi e Aggettivi (Basic) July 13, Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm Pronomi diretti, indiretti, combinati, particelle (Intermediate/Advanced) July 18, Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm Preposizioni semplici e articolate (Basic) July 19, Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 pm Sequenza dei tempi al … Continue reading
Registration is now open for the Summer quarter’s Italian courses. From now until June 1st there is an early registration discount, so hurry and register today to sign up for your next Italian class! There are classes at all levels. For absolute beginners, there’s a “Basic 1”. For returning students or new students with prior … Continue reading
Learning a new language can be hit or miss. Some students get the hang of it easily, while others may feel lost. If you are one of those who struggle with language, good news; you are not alone. Author, writer, and Italian enthusiast Jhumpa Lahiri chronicles her experiences as a … Continue reading
Study Italian with Sentieri this winter! Space is limited and classes are filling up fast, so hurry and register today to save and secure a spot in your favorite class and time! Classes will be closed as they reach the maximum number of students and all winter registration closes March 25th, 2016. For absolute beginners, … Continue reading
