Taste of Italy BocceFest 2019
June 23rd
Join us for a Fun-Filled Day
All Day Specialty Foods & Beverages, Bocce Tournament, Kids Activities, Awards and Prizes, Live Entertainment and more...
Upcoming Cooking Classes
May 28th
Adult Cooking Class
Summer Soups
Italian gazpacho, classic vichyssoise and chilled melon dessert soup
Tuesday, May 28th
6:30 pm
$85 Per Participant
June 3rd
Children's Cooking Class
Flip Crepes!
It's simple to make these versatile paper-thin pancakes, then fill them, roll them or stack them for both sweet and savory treats.
Monday, June 3rd
3:45 pm
$35 Per Participant
Special Events
Spring Bocce League
Spring Bocce League
Wednesday's starting at 5:30pm
Grab your friends!! Get a team of 2 or 4 players together! Registration is requested in advance and appreciated with pre-payment so that we can plan accordingly.
Courts open at 5:30 PM and play will be on a first-come, first-play basis. The Belvedere Club will also be open for dinner
and drinks for all our bocce players.
MEMBERS: $60
NON-MEMBERS: $90
Taste of Italy BocceFest
Taste Of Italy BocceFest 2019
Sunday, June 23rd
10:00am - 6:00pm
Join us for a fun-filled day!
Continental Breakfast, All Day Italian Specialty Foods & Beverages, Bocce Tournament, Kids Activities, Awards and Prizes, Live Entertainment.
Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit arts and cultural programs and the continued restoration and renovation of the not-for-profit's landmarked building.
Cultural Events
May 21
Cultural Program
Tuesday, May 21st • 7:00pm-9:00pm
Given Away: A Sicilian Upbringing
The Rest of the Story
Presented by Marianna Randazzo
Marianna will discuss her book and her inspiration for the story.
Q & A, Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
RSVP in advance appreciated
$15 Member • $20 Non-member
Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
June 4th
Cultural Program
Tuesday, June 4th • 7:00-9:00 pm
An Evening in Puglia
Presented by Anita Sanseverino
Please join us for a look into this area rich in beauty and history. Learn about this lesser known but fascinating region, and see the beauty through Anita's photographs, set to music, by Lou Barrella.
Q & A, Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
RSVP in advance appreciated
$15 Member • $20 Non-member
Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
June 11th
Cultural Program
Tuesday, June 11th • 7:00-9:00 pm
The Etruscans: One of Three Great Civilizations in Italy
Presented by Francesco Bonavita
n this presentation, we will explore several questions. Is it possible that three major civilizations could flourish in the same area, during the course of twenty five hundred years? In a small geographical area, such as Tarquinia, the Etruscans left behind a vast and highly decorated necropolis to honor their loved ones.
Q & A, Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
RSVP in advance appreciated
$15 Member • $20 Non-member
Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
June 18th
Cultural Program
Tuesday, June 18th • 7:00-9:00 pm
Venice: A Preserve of a Bygone Civilization
Presented by Francesco Bonavita, PhD
This presentation will explore the treasures of Venice through which a considerable light will be revealed.
Q & A, Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
RSVP in advance appreciated
$15 Member • $20 Non-member
Refreshments and a light reception will follow.
Gift Certificates Available
Give the gift of a Casa Belvedere experience to family and friends.
A cooking class, language class or any of our cultural programs make a great gift for anyone on your list. Don't forget to grab one for yourself and join them!!
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