The North Bay Italian Cultural Foundation is the coming together of people of all ancestries who are interested in sharing and enjoying things Italian. NBICF  was founded in 1985, as a 501C Non-Profit Corporation, to celebrate Italian Culture and provide the large Italian community of Sonoma County a focal point for common interests.

CURRENT AND FUTURE EVENTS

The Board of Directors sends its best wishes to all. The last five three years have been challenging for the Foundation as fundraisers and events were postponed or canceled.  See the newsletter for information on all planned activities.

The May-June 2025 Newsletter includes information about activities and events. Click here to review the current newsletter. The following is a summary of articles and activities described in the newsletter.

• President George Golfieri described the establishment of the new government in Italy after World War II. Italians celebrate “La Festa della Repubblica” on June 2. 
  
• George announces the establishment of an Italian language School here in Santa Rosa. “La Piccola Scuola” will start August 13, 2025 to coincide with Santa Rosa schools schedule, The school objectives are to offer a comprehensive Italian school experience focused on language, culture, social skills, character-building activities, and fundamental learning in literacy, math, and creative arts. For NBICF members and the “Public at Large” to learn more about this school, an Open House is scheduled for Thursday, May 22, from 6-7pm, 1257 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa. Refreshments provided, children welcome. No need to RSVP.  Click here for a brief summary of the K-3 program, before & after school programs with per students costs. 
• Sunday May 18 – Lecture at the Center by Dr. Douglas Kenning  on the Anniversary of the end of World War II in Italy – 2:00pm – 4:00pm (Doors open at 1:30pm). Seating is limited to 40 people. Prepaid Reservations must be made by May 14, 2025
• Article about Cherries in Italy (ciliegie in Italia). Cherry trees grow in several regions of Italy, and are harvested from late May to the end of July.
• Sundays at the Center w/Diane McCurdy – Doors open 1:30pm, screening at 2:00pm.
  May 25, 2025 – The Girl by the Lake (2007) 1h 36m Thrill/Mystery
  June 29, 2025 – Conclave (2024) 2h Thriller/Mystery (PG)
  
• Article about Fashion giant Prada purchasing Versace. 

Festa Italiana di Santa Rosa was held at the D’Argenzio Winery on October 20. 2024.

It was a festive day with music, great Italian food, twelve vendors selling their wares, dancing, a large silent auction, children getting their face painted and playing games in the Children’s corner. It was estimated that over 800 people attended La Festa, attracting people not only from Sonoma County but also from the South Bay and other parts of the state. For a gallery of photos from the day, click here. 

With the loss of revenue the past several years and the building repairs in 2023 & 2024, the Board is focused on minimizing expenditures and encouraging members to take advantage of local merchant Oliver’s Market program for donating a portion of eligible purchases to NBICF. The application required for making this donation is included in the current newsletter or click here for a printable form. 

   Italian Citizenship Assistance Customer (ICA) is a Business Member of NBICF. ICA is one of the largest Italian-American firms that provides assistance to individuals of Italian descent who are interested in obtaining dual citizenship. For information on ICA, visit their website by clicking here.

For a list of all upcoming events, visit the News & Events page. 

Click here for Membership Renewal or New Membership Application

For a master calendar of all planned activities, click here. 

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NBICF has about 250 active members and offers a variety of programs including monthly dinners for members and guests, fall festival, choral group, travel study tours, language classes, college scholarships, and much more. For important announcements about activities and events, see the News & Events page.

The panel on the right lists several News & Events Categories, e.g. Monthly Dinners. By clicking on the Category of interest, you will see all the posts in that Category. For information on membership, visit the Membership page. 

NBICF’s College Scholarship Program for students studying Italian Language is the focal point for fund raising activities such as Festa Italiana, Wine Maker Dinners where local Italian Cuisine is paired with the fine wines of Sonoma County, special holiday dinner programs, and frequent Cultural Events featuring guest speakers, Italian Movies and Operas, etc. For more information on the Scholarship Program, click here. 

In 2000, a building in downtown Santa Rosa was purchased and serves as NBICF’s permanent home, the Italian Cultural Center, providing office space, classrooms, meeting rooms and a research library. For a summary of the NBICF activities, visit the About Us page.  

To contact us via email, visit the Contact page by clicking here.

The Foundation is managed a group of volunteers elected by the membership. For information on the Board of Directors, click here. 

To view a video from a past event : the 2013 Festa Italiana, click here. 

Our Newsletter, Mosaico Culturale, is published 6 times annually. Click here to view the Mosaico. 

To support NBICF’s goal of fostering Italian Culture in the community, consider making a tax deductible donation. Donations may be made optionally to a specific fund, e.g. General Fund, Scholarship Fund, Building Fund, or In Memoriam.
Click here make a Tax Deductible Donation to NBICF.

Any offering described in this website should not be read as an endorsement or warranty by NBICF.
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