The Joys of Learning Italian are multifaceted. There is the JOY of discovering the nuances of the Italian language, learning its alphabet, vocabulary, grammar and accent; the JOYS of learning Italian through discovering its literature; the JOYS of expressing oneself and communicating through the lyrical, spoken Italian with all its richness; the JOYS of travel to Italy with all its new experiences, including uncovering one’s roots and lasting friendships; the JOYS of deciphering the diverse Italian dialects; and the JOYS of understanding the non-verbal Italian language through gestures and sound. It is used in one’s daily life, in business and technology, in opera, art, architecture sports, fashion and food. Learning Italian brings all the JOYS of the Italian spirit.
Italian is no longer solely the language of immigrants in America, but it has become universal as it is embraced by other cultures, recognizing its importance in learning history and understanding modern thought. As such, the written and spoken Italian will continue to bring all further JOY.
Read the 2023 Italian Heritage and Culture Committee Program.
The IHCC-NY’s Board of Directors is comprised of a volunteer group of leaders of the Italian and Italian American community, founded in 1976, with the mission of promoting, presenting and preserving Italian and Italian American culture in the Tri-State area. Its annual theme is mirrored by other states in their event programming through America.
During the year the IHCC-NY will host, coordinate or publicize theme related presentations, symposiums, seminars, a student essay contest, proclamations and tributes to Matera and its citizens in Basilicata and in the United States. Some board members have a direct connection with Matera as they have relatives or friends who live there. In addition, there will be a special recognition, the IHCC-NY’s highest honor, the da Vinci award.
The Committee’s publicly supported educational materials, including theme related posters, bookmarks and booklets, will continue to be distributed free to educational, cultural and public institutions, ensuring the Committee’s ongoing education of the general public about the merits of Italian and Italian American culture.
Donations are welcome in support of Italian Heritage and Culture, click below or mail to: IHCC-NY, Inc., 25 West 43rd St., 17th Fl., New York, NY 10036, Attn: Joan Marchi Migliori
Italian Heritage & Culture Committee, Inc. 