Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto!

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

Upcoming Events

News & Announcements

To the North Pole and back: learning amidst ice, sky and calving glaciers

Casa Italiana and Seattle Perugia Sister City Association invite you to Italian Stories a free public talk by Iole Alessandrini!
Renowned for her groundbreaking Laser Plane Photography, Alessandrini, an Italian American artist, skillfully brings attention to the Svalbard Archipelago with her extraordinary 2023 Arctic expedition. This pivotal Arctic location plays a crucial role in the well-being of our global ecosystem.
The event will also feature Antipasti and a No Host Bar.

When: Saturday, March 23, 2024. From 3 to 5 PM
Where: Casa Italiana 13028 First Ave. S. Burien WA 98168

To register, send email to event@seattle-perugia.org

Book Club Italiano 

Libro: Donne come noi, autori vari 
Data: 12 aprile 2024

Orario: 5 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Evento: online - Zoom
Contatti: gaetanobarreca@gmail.com

Gli eventi si terranno ogni secondo venerdì del mese.

L'evento è gratuito. È consigliato registrare la propria presenza al gruppo Meetup:  All Things Italian Group (https://www.meetup.com/language-99/)


Caffé con Amici (Issaquah):

Ci incontriamo per fare quattro chiacchiere e bere un caffè insieme.

Data: 7 aprile 2024

Orario: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM PST
Evento: in person

Contatti: gaetanobarreca@gmail.com


Gli eventi si terranno ogni prima domenica del mese.

L'evento è gratuito. È consigliato registrare la propria presenza al gruppo Meetup:  All Things Italian Group (https://www.meetup.com/language-99/)


SIFF Presents "Viva l'Italia - The Passion of Italian Cinema"

February 28–April 24

See life as a human comedy, embrace beauty, feel deeply, pursue the sweet life with Italian gusto. Festa Italiana and Greg Olson Productions present a series of nine films that illuminate the golden age of 1960s-1970s Italian cinema.

Program and tickets: SIFF VIva Italia Program


2024 Conversation Groups Dates - (no groups in July and August)

Level Location  Date Moderator Registration link 
Beginner PNA, Seattle 13-Apr Daniela Balestra  Register here
Beginner PNA, Seattle 11-May Daniela Balestra  Register here
Beginner PNA, Seattle 8-Jun Daniela Balestra  Register here
Intermediate  PNA, Seattle 20-Apr Isabella Moriconi Register here
Intermediate  PNA, Seattle 18-May TBD Register here
Intermediate  PNA, Seattle 15-Jun Isabella Moriconi Register here
Advanced Online (Zoom) 20-Apr Mario Cazzanti 
Advanced Online (Zoom) 11-May Mario Cazzanti  Register here
Advanced Online (Zoom) 1-Jun Mario Cazzanti  Register here



Interested in Volunteering?

We have a range of ways to volunteer. One area we'd love more volunteers is to help coordinate in-person or virtual events, classes and initiatives.

We are 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

Board of Directors for 2023:


President:  Alessandra Arosio

Treasurer:  Giovanni LaManna

Secretary:  Giorgio Sardo

At-large:     Tiziano Recchi

At-large:     Lorenzo Iovino

At-large:     Mario Cazzanti

At-large:     Antonella Vesponi Bartel

At-large:     Keith Morphis

A new Board of Directors is elected each year during our November and December meetings.  

About Il Punto

Il Punto di Incontro - The Meeting Point

We are enthusiastic about sharing our love for Italia and  organize cultural events, fun gatherings, and language programs that emphasize community and connection 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, meet recent Italian transplants, or simply connect with our vibrant community of enthusiasts of Italy! Volunteer and enjoy your new amici!

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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