• 09/23-09/30 • Ciao Bambini! Italian Language for Families

    Price range: $65.00 through $98.00
    Ciao Bambini! Italian Language for Families by The Bilingual Garden NY
    Wednesdays, September 23 - September 30, 2026
    12:30-1:30
    Join Casa Belvedere for Ciao Bambini, a Mommy & Me program designed to introduce young children and their families to the beauty of Italian language and culture through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Each class will feature a fun weekly theme that combines language learning, music, movement, storytelling, sensory play, and hands-on activities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection.
    In partnership with The Bilingual Garden NY, this interactive language immersion experience uses play-based learning to support early communication skills while fostering a lifelong love of language and cultural exploration. Families will enjoy opportunities to learn together, socialize with other families, and build community in a warm and welcoming environment.
    Each session will include Italian language activities, themed lessons, interactive play, and age-appropriate snacks that encourage socialization and create a joyful learning experience for both children and caregivers. Through these shared experiences, Ciao Bambini celebrates Italian traditions while helping preserve and pass on the Italian language and culture to future generations.
    Enrollment is limited to 10 families to ensure a personalized, high-quality experience for all participants.
  • 10/21-11/25 • Ciao Ragazzi! Italian Language for Kids 5+

    Price range: $190.00 through $275.00
    Ciao Ragazzi! Italian Language for Kids 5+
    Wednesdays, October 21st - November 25th
    4:00-5:00
    $250 members/$275 nonmembers/$190 additional sibling
    Join Casa Belvedere for Ciao Ragazzi, an engaging Italian language immersion program designed for children ages 5 and up. Through interactive games, stories, music, creative projects, movement, and hands-on activities, students will build foundational Italian language skills while developing a deeper connection to Italian culture and traditions.
    In partnership with The Bilingual Garden NY, Ciao Ragazzi uses play-based and experiential learning to encourage children to speak, listen, explore, and interact in Italian in a fun and supportive environment. Each session features a unique theme that introduces new vocabulary and cultural concepts while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
    Students will have opportunities to practice Italian through age-appropriate activities and real-world interactions, making language learning feel natural, social, and enjoyable. Ciao Ragazzi is designed to nurture an early appreciation for Italian language and culture while giving children the tools and confidence to continue their language-learning journey.
    Enrollment is limited to 10 families to ensure a personalized, high-quality experience for all participants.
  • 10/21-11/25• Ciao Bambini! Italian Language for Families

    Price range: $190.00 through $275.00
    Ciao Bambini! Italian Language for Families by The Bilingual Garden NY
    Wednesdays, October 21st - November 25th
    12:30-1:30
    Join Casa Belvedere for Ciao Bambini, a Mommy & Me program designed to introduce young children and their families to the beauty of Italian language and culture through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Each class will feature a fun weekly theme that combines language learning, music, movement, storytelling, sensory play, and hands-on activities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection.
    In partnership with The Bilingual Garden NY, this interactive language immersion experience uses play-based learning to support early communication skills while fostering a lifelong love of language and cultural exploration. Families will enjoy opportunities to learn together, socialize with other families, and build community in a warm and welcoming environment.
    Each session will include Italian language activities, themed lessons, interactive play, and age-appropriate snacks that encourage socialization and create a joyful learning experience for both children and caregivers. Through these shared experiences, Ciao Bambini celebrates Italian traditions while helping preserve and pass on the Italian language and culture to future generations.
    Enrollment is limited to 10 families to ensure a personalized, high-quality experience for all participants.
  • Language • ADULT ITALIAN CLASSES

    Price range: $275.00 through $300.00
    FALL SESSION Classes run 8 weeks •  October 19-December 7 $275 members, $300 non-members
    Monday • 5:45-6:45pm • Italian Language for Adults: Intermediate/Advanced
    This 8 week, cultural and language program is designed for students who have completed the first semester of Italian or for those who simply wish to expand their knowledge and skills in speaking the language. The course will focus on intermediate grammar, including simple and articulated prepositions as well as regular and irregular verbs in the past tense. In addition, students will practice listening, conversation, reading and comprehension through music, songs, articles, and short texts. The program aims to build vocabulary, strengthen pronunciation, and provide all the essential tools needed to communicate, discuss, and express oneself confidently in Italian.
    Monday • 7:00-8:00pm •  Italian Language for Adults: Beginner
    This 8 week, full-immersion cultural and language program is designed to develop communication skills in Italian. The course introduces the basics of grammar, from definite and indefinite articles to regular and irregular verbs in the present tense, as well as idiomatic expressions and adjectives. Students will also practice listening, reading and comprehension through music, songs, articles and short texts, building vocabulary and improving pronunciation. Together, these essential elements will provide the foundation needed to communicate effectively and engage comfortably in everyday Italian conversations.
    Parli Italiano? is The Italian Cultural Foundation’s adult Italian language program designed to make learning Italian engaging, approachable, and connected to culture. Through guided instruction, conversation, interactive activities, and real-world language practice, participants develop their speaking, listening, reading, and comprehension skills while gaining a deeper appreciation for Italian customs, traditions, and everyday life. Whether you are a complete beginner, returning to Italian after years away, or looking to strengthen your existing skills, Parli Italiano? provides a welcoming environment to learn, practice, and connect with others who share an appreciation for the Italian language and culture.
  • 10/21-11/25 • Ciao Bambini! Italian Language Readiness for PreSchool

    Price range: $290.00 through $375.00
    Ciao Bambini! Italian Language Readiness for PreSchool by The Bilingual Garden NY
    Wednesdays, October 21 - November 25
    10:00-12:15
    $350 members/$375 nonmembers/$290 additional sibling
    A 2-hour, 15-minute drop-off program focused on school readiness through Italian immersion, incorporating language, early literacy, social skills, sensory play, art, music, and structured routines. Children must be potty trained.
    Join Casa Belvedere for Ciao Bambini, a four-week program designed to introduce young children and to the beauty of Italian language and culture through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Each class will feature a fun weekly theme that combines language learning, music, movement, storytelling, sensory play, and hands-on activities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection.
    In partnership with The Bilingual Garden NY, this interactive language immersion experience uses play-based learning to support early communication skills while fostering a lifelong love of language and cultural exploration.
    Each session will include Italian language activities, themed lessons, interactive play, and age-appropriate snacks that encourage socialization and create a joyful learning experience for both children and caregivers. Through these shared experiences, Ciao Bambini celebrates Italian traditions while helping preserve and pass on the Italian language and culture to future generations.
    Enrollment is limited to 10 families to ensure a personalized, high-quality experience for all participants.

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