Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto!

Connecting diverse communities through a common passion for Italian arts and culture.

About Il Punto

Siamo Il Punto di Incontro a Seattle
We are the (Italian) Meeting Point

We are enthusiastic about sharing our love for Italia and organize cultural events, fun gatherings, language programs that emphasize community and connection for all Italians and Italy-lovers in the Seattle area. 

Join, Volunteer, Connect

Become a member - to enjoy discounts at cultural events and lower fees for language programs, to support Italian culture in the Seattle area, to reconnect with your Italian heritage, to meet recent Italian transplants, or simply connect with our vibrant community of enthusiasts of Italy!

Volunteer and enjoy your new amici!

Upcoming Events

News & Announcements

NOI Bimbi Spring Session Registration now open!
Head to the Registration page for information and registration links. 


Iconic Songs of Sanremo Series 
Il Punto is delighted to introduce a captivating new online series, Iconic Italian Songs of the Sanremo Festival hosted by Marcello DiPaolantoni. As a true connoisseur and passionate advocate of Italian music and songwriting, Marcello has curated a fascinating journey through the most memorable songs of the Sanremo Music Festival, Italy’s most prestigious and influential music event. Register here 


2025 BEGINNER Conversation Groups Dates - 

 Level Location  Date  Moderator   Register
Beginner PNA, Seattle  1-Mar Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  19-Apr Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  24-May Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  7-Jun Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  21-Jun Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  12-Jul Daniela Balestra Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  26-Jul Daniela Balestra  Register here 
Beginner PNA, Seattle  9-Aug Daniela Balestra Register here
Beginner
PNA, Seattle 23-Aug Daniela Balestra Register here

2025 INTERMEDIATE Conversation Groups Dates - 


Level Location  Date  Moderator   Register
Intermediate PNA, Seattle  22- Feb Alessandra Arosio Register here
Intermediate PNA, Seattle 15-Mar Rossana Cutaia Register here
Intermediate PNA, Seattle
5-Apr  Rossana Cutaia Register here
Intermediate PNA, Seattle
 17-May Rossana Cutaia Register here
         

Biblioteca Italiana Seattle (BIS) is now open!  

Come visit the Biblioteca Italiana. Information on opening times and catalog available here: Library page.

We are always looking for volunteers to assist with the BIS. To volunteer to staff the library, please sign up here.

Are you Interested in Volunteering?

We have a range of ways to volunteer.

We'd love more volunteers is to help coordinate in-person or virtual events, classes and initiatives.

We are also especially looking for a volunteer coordinator, and class moderators for our very popular Italian Conversation classes.

If you are interested, please contact:  contactus@ilpuntoseattle.org

Board of Directors for 2025:

  • President:  Alessandra Arosio
  • Treasurer:  Carlo Malaguzzi
  • Secretary:  Giorgio Sardo
  • At-large:     John LaManna
  • At-large:     Keith Morphis
  • At-large:     Lorenzo Iovino

  • At-large:     Mario Cazzanti

  • At-large:    Tiziano Recchi
A new Board of Directors is elected each year during our  and December meetings.


Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID 47-2538399.

Mailing Address: PO Box 30674, Seattle, WA 98113

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