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Upcoming events

  • C2 M Avanzato Ardesia

    • 13 Apr 2026
    • 18 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 1
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     C2 Avanzato  ZOOM with Viviana Ardesia, Mondays 10:30-12:00 Noon

    Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

    Text: Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4 

    Prerequisite: Instructor Permission required.

                           Email language.ics.naples@gmail.com. 

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 



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  • A2 (2.4 Review)M Ardesia

    • 13 Apr 2026
    • 18 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 0
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    Italian A2 (2.4) ZOOM with Viviana Ardesia, Mondays 1:30 - 3:00 pm.

    Students will work on high frequency vocabulary to understand short announcements and communicate simple, routine tasks. Learn to handle short social interactions with help to keep the conversation going.  Read and write short simple texts; understand personal letters. 

    Text:  Via del Corso for English Speakers A2

    Prerequisite: Italian A2(2.3)

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 



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  • B2 (2.4 Review) M Ardesia

    • 13 Apr 2026
    • 18 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 3
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    Italian B2 (2.4) ZOOM with Dr. Viviana Ardesia, Mondays 4:00-5:30 p.m.

    Working to understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Reaching a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Learning to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

    Text: Arrivederci 2, Colombo, Faraci & DeLuca plus The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice, Premium 2nd Ed. McGraw Hill. 

    Prerequisite: Italian B2 (2.3) 

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 

    There will be 6 sessions ending April 2nd. 



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  • C1 (1.4 Review)T Ardesia

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 19 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 7
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     C2 (1.3)  ZOOM with Viviana Ardesia, Tuesdays 12:00-1:30

    Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

    Text: Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 

    Prerequisite: Italian C1(1.3)

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 



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  • B2 (2.4 Review)T Sguera

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 19 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 4
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    Italian B2 (2.4) Zoom with Nancy Sguera, Tuesdays 2:30-4:00 p.m.

    Working to understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Reaching a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Learning to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

    Text: Arrivederci 2, Colombo, Faraci & DeLuca, plus grammar text TBD.  

    Prerequisite: Intermediate Italian B2 (2.3)

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students a week before class begins. 



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  • Italian for Travel T Castoldi

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 19 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
    • 11
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    Italian for Travel in person with Alessandra Castoldi, Tuesdays, 4:30-6 PM.

    This course is designed for absolute beginners — people who do not speak Italian but need it for traveling in Italy with greater ease and confidence.

    In this fun and practical course, you’ll learn how to handle everyday situations: greeting people, ordering at restaurants, asking for directions, booking hotels, and navigating trains — all through interactive role-play and real-life scenarios.

    Text:  15-Minute Italian DK Publishers 

    Prerequisite: None. This is a beginner class. 

    Location: Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Room M-4


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  • A1 (1.4 Review) T Walden

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 28 Apr 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
    • 1
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    Beginner Italian A1 (1.4 Review) in person with Cristina Walden, Tuesdays 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.  Note: there are three two-hour classes.

    Continue learning ways to interact with everyday phrases. Increase vocabulary. Verb conjugation includes passato prossimo.

    Text: Complete Italian All-in-One, 2nd Ed. Danesi. 

    Prerequisite: Italian A1 (1.3). Knowledge of passato prossimo. 

    Location: Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Room O-11.


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  • Pranziamo!

    • 15 Apr 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Mercato Italiano, 306 Tamiami Trail North - Naples, Florida 34102
    • 5
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    Welcome to ICS Pranziamo!



    Expect to speak Italian throughout the meal.

    We provide an atmosphere to practice Italian language with an instructor present to make subtle corrections.

     Each participant will pay his own expenses directly to the restaurant. Some restaurants charge a fee for credit cards. Please check with the restaurant in advance.

    In order to optimize attendance and seating please notify us if you need to change your attendance status. 

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  • A1 (1.1) W Zoom Castoldi

    • 15 Apr 2026
    • 20 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 14
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    Beginner Italian A1 (1.1) Zoom with Alessandra Castoldi, Wednesdays 2:00-3:30 pm. 

    Introduces fundamental aspects of the Italian language and culture, including basic vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, with a communicative approach emphasizing practical usage in everyday situations. 

    Text:  The New Italian Project for English Speakers, 1a, by Marin et al, available from Amazon or MEPEducation. There are two versions: for English Speakers with CDs, or Euroedition (no English) with QR codes for the audio. 

    Prerequisite: None

    Location: Zoom information will be emailed to students the week prior to class.


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  • A1 (1.4 Review)W Sguera

    • 15 Apr 2026
    • 20 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 4
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    Beginner Italian A1 (1.4) ZOOM with Nancy Sguera, Wednesdays 3:30-5:00 p.m.

    Introduces fundamental aspects of the Italian language and culture, including basic vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, with a communicative approach emphasizing practical usage in everyday situations. 

    Text: Via del Corso for English Speakers A1, and grammar text The Ultimate Italian Review & Practice 2nd Edition, by McGraw-Hill.

    Prerequisite: Italian A1(1.3)

    Location: A Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 



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  • B2 (2.1)W Castoldi

    • 15 Apr 2026
    • 20 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
    • 9
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    Italian B2 (2.1) in person with Alessandra Castoldi, Wednesdays 4:30-6:00 p.m.

    Working to understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Learning to deal with most situations likely to arise whilst traveling. Will produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest, describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

    Text: Arricederci 2, Colombo, Faraci & DeLuca 

    Prerequisite: Italian B1 (1.4)

    Location: Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Room M-4.




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  • B1 (1.3)R Castoldi

    • 16 Apr 2026
    • 21 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 2
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    Italian B1(1.3) Zoom with Alessandra Castoldi, Thursdays 4:30-6:00 p.m.

    Working to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of specific needs. Learning to ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Will be able to interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

    Text: Via del Corso for English Speakers A2

    Prerequisite: Italian B1(1.2)

    Location: Zoom

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  • A1 (1.2)R Dalla Muta

    • 16 Apr 2026
    • 21 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
    • 6
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    Beginner Italian A1 (1.1) in person with Antonella Dalla Muta, Thursdays 4:30-6 PM.

    Introduces fundamental aspects of the Italian language and culture, including basic vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, with a communicative approach emphasizing practical usage in everyday situations. 

    Text:  The New Italian Project for English Speakers, 1a, by Marin et al, available from Amazon or MEPEducation. There are two versions: for English Speakers with CDs, or Euroedition (no English) with QR codes for the audio. 

    Prerequisite: Beginner Italian

    Location: Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Room O-7

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  • A1 (1.2) F Zoom Ardesia

    • 17 Apr 2026
    • 22 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 14
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    Beginner Italian A1 (1.2) Zoom with Viviana Ardesia, Fridays at 12 noon to 1:30 pm. beginning April 17th. 

    Introduces fundamental aspects of the Italian language and culture, including basic vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, with a communicative approach emphasizing practical usage in everyday situations. 

    Text:  The New Italian Project for English Speakers, 1a, by Marin et al, available from Amazon or MEPEducation. There are two versions: for English Speakers with CDs, or Euroedition (no English) with QR codes for the audio. 

    Prerequisite: Beginner Italian

    Location: Zoom information will be emailed to students the week prior to class.


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  • B2 (Review) F Ardesia

    • 17 Apr 2026
    • 22 May 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Zoom
    • 3
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    Italian B2 (2.4) ZOOM with Viviana Ardesia, Fridays 1:30-3:00 pm.

    Working to understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Reaching a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Learning to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

    Text: Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 2b

    Prerequisite: Italian B2 (2.4)

    Location: Zoom link will be sent to registered students the week before class begins. 



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  • B1 Conversation Mannino

    • 23 Apr 2026
    • 21 May 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • Community School of Naples, 13275 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
    • 10
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    Intermediate B1 in person with Grace Mannino, Thursdays 4:30-6:00 p.m.

    NOTE: this class will have five (5) sessions, starting April 23rd. The first class will be 1.5 hours. Classes 2, 3, and 4 will 2 hours each, and the final class will be 1.5. hours.

    Conversation focus. All discussion in Italian. Students will continue grammar study and discuss current events, history, recipes. Weekly each student presents a Word of the Day, and a Cultural topic. 

    Text: Arrivederci 2

    Prerequisite: Beginner B1. Comfortable with short exchanges on everyday topics. Can respond to invitations, shop, describe weather, and express simple feelings. May need help to keep the conversation going

    Location: Community School of Naples 13275 Livingston Road, Naples, Room O-11

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  • Ceniamo!

    • 7 May 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • Trattoria Abruzzo, 2359 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34109
    • 5
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    Welcome to ICS Cenate con Noi!


    Expect to speak Italian throughout the meal.

    We provide an atmosphere to practice Italian language with an instructor present to make subtle corrections.

     Each participant will pay his own expenses directly to the restaurant. Some restaurants charge a fee for credit cards. Please check with the restaurant in advance.

    In order to optimize attendance and seating please notify us if you need to change your attendance status. 




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  • Pranziamo!

    • 13 May 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Casa Cotzelli, 6175 Towncenter Circle, Naples, FL 34119
    • 7
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    Welcome to ICS Pranziamo!


    Expect to speak Italian throughout the meal.

    We provide an atmosphere to practice Italian language with an instructor present to make subtle corrections.

     Each participant will pay his own expenses directly to the restaurant. Some restaurants charge a fee for credit cards. Please check with the restaurant in advance.

    In order to optimize attendance and seating please notify us if you need to change your attendance status. 




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