Join Our Social Gatherings
Devoted to sharing the wondrous art, history, literature, music, culture and cuisine of Italy, the Dante Alighieri Society of Washington offers twice-monthly meetings with a rich program of lectures in English or Italian. A warm, welcoming hospitality includes antipasti social hour or a delicious pasta dinner prior to the presentations. And always, vino and dolci, generously shared by our members.
Additionally, throughout the year we publicize and participate in events of the larger Seattle area Italian community.
About our social gatherings and events
Devoted to sharing the wondrous art, history, literature, music, culture and cuisine of Italy, the Dante Alighieri Society of Washington offers twice-monthly meetings with a rich program of lectures in English or Italian. A warm, welcoming hospitality includes antipasti social hour or a delicious pasta dinner prior to the presentations. And always, vino and dolci, generously shared by our members.
Additionally, throughout the year we publicize and participate in events of the larger Seattle area Italian community.
Learn more about these gatherings and events below
English and Italian language meetings
In keeping with the Dante mission to promote knowledge of Italian culture and language, the Society holds meetings on the second* and fourth Wednesdays of each month, September through May.
The presentation given at the meeting on the second Wednesday is in English and the presentation given at the meeting on the fourth Wednesday is in Italian. A gathering featuring delicious homemade food, wine and conversation with fellow lovers of all things Italian precedes each meeting. It is not necessary to be a member to attend but membership is appreciated to support the cost of these non-profit activities.
COVID GUIDELINES
DANTE ALIGHIERI SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON
2022-2023 Season
Live Meeting COVID Guidelines
Even as COVID variants continue to plague the population, we are trying to return to offering live meetings for Dante this season. We’ve all been longing for a return to shared meals, and since this is foundational to Dante activities, we want to make it possible. Following the guidelines and regulations now in place by many workplaces, public venues and community groups, the Dante Board of Directors has agreed to the guidelines listed below as an acceptable plan to keep us as safe as possible when meeting in person.
1) Please do not attend if you have been exposed to COVID or are experiencing any symptoms of illness. We will make best efforts to record the presentations so that those who cannot attend in person can enjoy them afterwards. There will also be a few meetings presented on ZOOM instead of live this season, for all to enjoy like last year.
2) Masks are encouraged. Although no longer required, we encourage attendees to wear masks when not eating or drinking.
Thank you again for your understanding and observance of these guidelines. Let’s work together to control COVID!!!
Dante Alighieri Society Gatherings – 2022 – 2023
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Location of our regular meetings
The Dante Alighieri Society of Washington meetings are at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, 1501 32nd Ave. S, Seattle, 98144.
Parking is available in St. Clement’s parking lot, at the corner of S. Atlantic and 31st Ave. S. On street parking is also available.
Dinners are held in the Social Hall in the basement of the church. The entrance to the Social hall is on the north-west corner of the church, facing Atlantic Street.
Most presentations will be in the Sanctuary on the main floor of the church. The entrance to the Sanctuary is on the east side of the church, facing 32nd Ave. S.
General timeline for in-person meetings
English Language Meetings
| Time | Activity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30pm | Room Setup and meal preparation; volunteers welcome! Pasta, salad, and bread is prepared by members, and all attendees are encouraged to bring wine, antipasti, or dessert to share. And, of course socializing. | None |
| 6:45pm | Dinner is served! Preregistration* is requested to ensure that enough food is available for everyone. | $8 per person |
| 7:30pm | A presentation related to Italian culture provided by guest speaker and is presented in the English language. | None |
| 8:30pm – 9:00pm | Room Cleanup: everyone is encouraged to participate. | None |
*Register for English Language Meeting Pasta Dinner
Register online or by email by 5 pm on the Monday preceding the meeting.
Cost is $8.00 per person to be paid at the dinner. Cash, check, credit or debit cards accepted.
Italian Language Meetings
| Time | Activity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00pm | Room Setup; volunteers are welcome! | None |
| 6:30pm | Potluck wine, antipasti and dessert are provided by attendees, so bring your favorites to share. Conversation is in both English and Italian, as you wish; it’s a good opportunity to practice your Italian conversational skills. | None, bring what you want to share |
| 7:30pm | A presentation related to Italian culture provided by guest speaker and is presented in the Italian language. | None |
| 8:30pm – 9:00pm | Room Cleanup: everyone is encouraged to participate | None |
