Italian Cultural Society of Naples upcoming events

Summer Dinner 263 Casa Cotzelli (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Benvenuti! John and Marilisa look forward to welcoming you to an enjoyable evening of Italian food, wine, and friendship.

For special dietary needs email marilisabeccalli@gmail.com

at least one (1) week before event.

Doors open 30 minutes before start time listed.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases but should your plans change, tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

IS03 Incontri! Cooking Class (6 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Dolci d'Italia: Crisp, Baked & Frozen

Leave your diet at the door and discover why Italians believe every memorable meal deserves a spectacular finish!

Join us in creating three beloved Italian classics using authentic techniques and premium ingredients: crisp, baked, and frozen!

Classic Cannoli filled with creamy ricotta and fragrant orange zest
Rustic Pear Crostata served with freshly whipped cream
Chocolate-Hazelnut Swirl Gelato, rich, silky, and irresistibly Italian

Italian desserts may look simple, but they rely on exceptional ingredients. Fresh whole-milk ricotta, imported chocolate, toasted hazelnuts, real vanilla, quality butter, and ripe fruit are every bit as important—and often just as costly—as the ingredients in a fine main course. You'll taste the difference that quality makes in every bite.

Come ready to learn, laugh, and indulge. You'll leave with delicious recipes, new techniques, and the confidence to recreate these authentic Italian desserts at home.

Buon appetito... and don't forget to save room for dessert!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this experience is designed to be relaxed, social, and deliciously fun. Savor the aromas, share a glass of wine, and leave with new skills—and desserts—to impress at your next gathering.

Cost: $125 pp includes coffee and and up to 2 glasses of wine.

Host: Kate Jansky

Small group event, limit 20.

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Event will cancel if insufficient registrants by July 22nd. If we cancel a refund will be provided.

Summer Dinner 264 Ferragosto (15 Aug 2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Plenty of Parking!

For special dietary needs email Host at least one (1) week before event.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

Amicizia Sojourn Cloisters (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

Summer Dinner 265 Bellini (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Doors open 15 minutes before start time listed.

Please wear your ICS name tag.

For special dietary needs, email Host

at least one (1) week before event.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on theICS Ticket Exchange.

I2701 Incontri! Cooking Class (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Art of Seasoning

Join fellow members for a relaxed, hands-on cooking class where the focus is not on complicated recipes, but on mastering the Italian art of seasoning. Learn how herbs, olive oil, and simple ingredients come together to create authentic flavor. No experience required—just bring your appetite and curiosity.

Pepper-Crusted Steak with Roasted Garlic Butter

Classic Caesar Salad

Cacio e Pepe Polenta

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream w/Salted Caramel Sauce

Cost: $125 pp includes coffee and and up to 2 glasses of wine.

Hosts: Lucia & Dennis Gibbons

Small group event, limit 20.

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Event will cancel if insufficient registrants by Sept 16th. If we cancel a refund will be provided.

E2701 Columbus Day Lunch (12 Oct 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email suzcola49@yahoo.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

I2702 Incontri! Wine Tasting (5 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Includes tasting of 5 wines paired with small-plate antipasti.

Small group event, limit 40

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

E2702 Welcome Back Luncheon (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Valet parking available.

For special dietary needs email adcSimplyTuscan2@gmail.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

Amicizia Christopher Columbus (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

I2703 Incontri! Cooking Class (3 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Private Event

Dolci di Natale

Celebrate the season by discovering the irresistible sweets that make Christmas in Italy so special. Join us for a fun, hands-on class as we explore Italian culinary traditions, and, of course, enjoy plenty of delicious tasting along the way. Whether you're an experienced baker or simply love i dolci, you'll leave with new recipes, new skills, and a little extra Christmas spirit to bring home for the holidays.

Spiced Apple Crostata with Cinnamon Gelato

Hazelnut and Chocolate Bomboloni

Puglia Almond Cookie Twists

Cost: $125 pp includes coffee and and up to 2 glasses of wine.

Hosts: Lucia & Dennis Gibbons

Small group event, limit 20.

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Event will cancel if insufficient registrants by 18 November. If we cancel a refund will be provided.

Amicizia Tombola (7 Dec 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

No experience is necessary—just bring your sense of fun!

Gather with friends for an evening of Tombola, Italy's beloved game of chance. Enjoy the excitement of friendly competition, laughter, prizes, and the familiar rituals that have brought Italian families together for generations. Before the games begin, our Tomboliere will introduce you to the history of this cherished Italian holiday tradition, explain the rules, and have you playing with confidence in just a few minutes.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

E2703 Festa di Natale (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email sylviaanatale@verizon.net at least one (1) week before the event.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

I2706 Incontri! Wine Tasting (8 Jan 2027)

Fri, 08 Jan 2027 22:30:00 GMT

Join us for a small group wine tasting featuring a curated selection of wines from Southern Italy, thoughtfully paired with small-plate antipasti.

Enjoy expert commentary as you sip and savor—discovering the stories, traditions, and flavors behind each pour.

An evening of great wine, delicious bites, and good company awaits.

Cost: $45 pp includes tasting of 5 wines and paired small-plate antipasti.

Small group event, limit 22

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Amicizia Head over Heel (18 Jan 2027)

Mon, 18 Jan 2027 15:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

E2704 Lecture / Lunch Puglia (21 Jan 2027)

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 16:30:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email graziellazm@gmail.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

E2711 Opera at the Paragon - Puccini (23 Jan 2027)

Sat, 23 Jan 2027 17:15:00 GMT

Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by celebrated British director Richard Jones, marking the company’s first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years.

Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky adds to her already remarkable Met repertoire, making her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with a heart of gold who finds love when she least expects it. Tenor SeokJong Baek is the dashing bandit who rambles into the remote California mining town to steal her heart, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as the lawman determined to deliver rough justice—and win Minnie for himself.

Maestro Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium to conduct one of opera’s most action-packed adventures, live from the Met stage to your local cinema.

This is a private showing of the Metropolitan Opera Live-Stream performance of "La Fanciulla del West" for ICS members.

Dolce&Gabbana tribute to this Opera

Dr. Tom Cimarustsi will provide introductory remarks from 12:15 to 12:45. The opera begins at 1 pm, and is scheduled to last 3 hours 40 minutes with one intermission.

Do NOT purchase a ticket from the theater before the day of the event.

Registration is different from all other ICS events.

Here’s how it works:

1. The Naples Paragon theater will stream the opera from the Met in each of its three theaters: one is reserved for ICS only.

2. ICS has contracted music historian, Dr. Tom Cimerusti, to provide introductory remarks prior to the performance, from 12:15 - 12:45 only in the theater reserved for ICS members.

To attend:

3. Your ticket must be purchased, in person, at the Paragon theater the day of the performance. The box office opens at 11AM at which time you will select your seat and purchase your ticket. Ticket prices are $16 and $20. All seats recline. Food and beverages can be ordered from and delivered to the $20 seats. Food and beverages may be purchased in the lobby and brought to the $16 seats. .

4. When purchasing your ticket, make sure to specify the ICS theater.

5. Click REGISTER to hold your spot and let ICS know you are attending.

Please wear your ICS name tag.

For more information email Gary Mead

ICSGary49@yahoo.com

Amicizia Lost Boy (1 Feb 2027)

Mon, 01 Feb 2027 15:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

E2705 Concert (6 Feb 2027)

Sat, 06 Feb 2027 19:00:00 GMT

For questions email Chair by clicking HERE.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

I2705 Incontri! Cooking Class (11 Feb 2027)

Thu, 11 Feb 2027 21:00:00 GMT

Custom Italian Menu being created by Expert Chefs

for this Private Event

Cost: $125 pp includes coffee and and up to 2 glasses of wine.

Small group event, limit 20.

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Event will cancel if insufficient registrants by March 24th. If we cancel a refund will be provided.

E2706 Lecture / Lunch Matera (16 Feb 2027)

Tue, 16 Feb 2027 16:30:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email suzcola49@yahoo.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

I2704 Incontri! Olive Oil & Balsamic Tasting (26 Feb 2027)

Fri, 26 Feb 2027 22:00:00 GMT

Small group event, limit 20

No refunds, but your space may be sold on the ICS ticket exchange.

Amicizia Children's Train (1 Mar 2027)

Mon, 01 Mar 2027 15:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

E2708 Dinner Cruise (6 Mar 2027)

Sat, 06 Mar 2027 22:30:00 GMT

Please wear your ICS name tag.

For special dietary needs email Chair at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

E2707 Enoteca Event (11 Mar 2027)

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 18:30:00 GMT

Please wear your ICS name tag.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

Amicizia Storytelling Panel (15 Mar 2027)

Mon, 15 Mar 2027 14:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Storytelling Legacy Panel Discussion

Moderator: Annalinda Ragazzo

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com

E2709 Lecture / Lunch Calabria (16 Mar 2027)

Tue, 16 Mar 2027 15:30:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email suzcola49@yahoo.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

E2710 Farewell / Annual Meeting (2 Apr 2027)

Fri, 02 Apr 2027 15:30:00 GMT

For special dietary needs email c.dickinson6@yahoo.com at least one (1) week before the luncheon.

There are no refunds on ticket purchases. Tickets may be offered to other members on the ICS Ticket Exchange.

Amicizia Basilicata (19 Apr 2027)

Mon, 19 Apr 2027 14:30:00 GMT

ICS AMICIZIA BOOK CLUB

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS

$21 cash payment at the door

Event held at the Moorings Country Club.

There is a continental breakfast served for $21 cash at the door.

Please wear your ICS Nametag

For event questions contact chair: nyc9941@aol.com