Today, Flag Day is celebrated to commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777. Italy has its own Flag Day on April 25 ("il 25 Aprile" as the holiday is called). Continue reading
Flag Day (in Italy): Il 25 Aprile
Category Archives: Italian
Bicycling in France and Italy: From Leisure to Competition
May, Bike Month, is coming to an end! Learn about cycling in France and Italy, two very important countries for the sport. Continue reading
Spring in Italy
Spring (primavera) is a lovely season in Italy. From north to south, the Boot is covered with fragrant petals (petali) and green gardens (giardini). Continue reading
Mother’s Day in Italy
Needless to say that in Italy the “mamma” is an institution like in no other country. So it is no surprise that we have Mother's Day (Festa della mamma). Continue reading
Little Poems for Poem in Your Pocket Day
In honor of National Poem in Your Pocket Day, we'd like to share some little poems from Japan, China and Italy. Take one with you in your pocket for practice! Continue reading
European Fairy Tales
Today is Fairy Tale Day. We've asked our etutors to tell you about fairy tales in their cultures. Continue reading
Italian Weddings
Celebration and size of a sposalizio (wedding) in Italy depends on status, region, and background. However most weddings have a lot in common: a big, long meal with multiple courses and a huge multi-tiered cake Continue reading
Random Acts of Kindness
Did you know February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day? Make someone smile by using some of these phrases in the language your learning. Continue reading
Valentine’s Day in Italy
Possibly because Italy is believed to be the land of romance, San Valentino is not as big of an event as in the USA. Continue reading
Send a Card to a Friend!
Get out your stationary--today is Send a Card to A Friend Day! Why not write your card in the language your learning? Our etutors have gathered some common words and phrases that are perfect for greeting cards. Check them out here! Continue reading
