The Italian Cultural Foundation

The Italian Cultural Foundation at Casa Belvedere is a not-for-profit organization that celebrates everything Italian via a myriad of exceptional public program offerings: language and cooking classes; art and photo exhibits; film and fig festivals; opera luncheons and casino nights; Italian car shows and fashion shows; live concerts and theatrical performances; guest chef experiences and wine tastings; Bocce to bingo (tombola) … it all happens at Casa Belvedere!

Also, integral to our mission is restoring the foundation-owned building. Built by the Roebling-Stirn family in 1908, this Italianate-style, neo-Renaissance building is one of the few remaining of its kind in New York City. This multi-million-dollar rehabilitation project began in 2010 and is ongoing.

Casa Belvedere (house with a beautiful view) has established itself as a vibrant and buzzing community cultural center and an anchor in the community.

WHAT WE OFFER

If your desired class is sold out, add your name to the wait list as more classes may become available. Call 718-273-7660.

Italian Language Program

FALL SESSION 2022

Language • IN PERSON ADULT ITALIAN CLASSES

$165.00 – $360.00

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Language • IN PERSON CHILDREN ITALIAN CLASSES

$140.00 – $150.00

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Writing Workshop

Virtual Writing Workshop – “Writing Your Memories”: Gifts Given and Received

$27.00 – $30.00

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Cooking Class/Cultural Program: There are no refunds for cancellations or no-shows. Credits for future programs will only be issued should you cancel 48 hours prior to your registered program. To cancel your registration, please call the Foundation at 718-273-7660.

Language Class: 50% of course tuition will be refunded should you decide to discontinue your Italian Language Classes after your first lesson; no refunds thereafter.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN 2020

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF CASA BELVEDERE

A message from President / Founder Gina Biancardi:
“A dream is only as good as those who believe in your dream, and those who help carry your dream forward to its fruition.” For that, I am very grateful to our Founding and Current Members, Board of Directors, Major Benefactors, Capital Improvement In-kind Donors, Volunteers, Ambassadors, Sponsors and “Celebrating 10 Years of Casa Belvedere” Capital Campaign Donors. I offer a heartfelt thank you to each of you who believed in me from the beginning, as well as those who are new to the organization. “One is silver, the other is gold.”