FEBRUARY 2026 Newsletter 

Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner Trieste

(testo in italiano sotto)

Dear Members and Friends,

FEBRUARY!
A favorite month for Sports Fans, whether it be the Olympics here in Italy or the Super Bowl in the US!  Choose your teams and celebrate both events with us.  

ENGLISH COURSES – WINTER

The classes canceled on January 7th because of inclement weather, have been resecheduled for March 25th.  We’re flipping the classroom this session with an in-house Mystery Game and time in the kitchen! Here is the Winter Class Calendar .

WINTER WEATHER ALERT 

If Trieste Public Schools are closed, by the Mayor of Trieste due to inclement weather, the Associazione Italo Americana FVG will close for the day.  Updates always on our Social Media and Website.  

CARNIVAL BREAK

CLOSED from  February 16 until February 21. No Classes, No Office, No activities.  Buon Carnevale!


ASSOCIAZIONE ITALO AMERICANA FVG – MEMBERS ONLY ACTIVITIES

AMERICAN FILM SERIES for Members at Cinema Super | 14 17, 21

Films in English with Subtitles.  FREE Entry – Members Only.

Students – take advantage of the show at 9 pm!  

What a fantastic series this year, with several of our films plurinominated for Academy Awards! 

Two films in February: 
February 5 – The Last Show Girl

February 26 – Bugonia

PRE-SUPER BOWL PARTY– AIAFVG Members Only – By Reservation

February 6 | 18:00

Wear your team shirt.  It doesn’t matter if they’re not playing.  Bring a classic Super Bowl snack to share (Think Nachos & Salsa / Guacamole, Chips & Dip, Cheese & Crackers) and we supply the beverages.  Watch the 2025 game highlights and half-time show with us.

Tuesday BAKING BUDDIES for AIAFVG Members Only

February 24 | 11:30
This month we’ll bake Snickerdoodle Cookies together. While our cookies are in the oven, we’ll enjoy a cup of coffee and great English conversation.  Are you a baker? Join us and bring a recipe.  We are also looking for a volunteer group leader.

Not a member yet?  Become one!


AMERICAN CORNER TRIESTE – Free Activities

Regular FREE American Corner Activities are made possible thanks to volunteers, and the support of the the US Embassy to Italy, the US Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Lights Camera Olympics! Film Series at American Corner Trieste

Tuesdays | 10:00 -In English – FREE – In English

The drama, triumph, and intensity of the Olympic Games through films and documentaries inspired by real Olympic events and athletes.

February 3 | 10:00 – Miracle(men’hockey)

February 10 – Double Feature! 

     10 am – I, Tonya (women’s figure skating)

     12 pm – Blades of Glory (pairs figure skating . just for fun)

February 24 | 10:00– The Crash Reel (free-style snow board)

FREE REGULAR AMERICAN CORNER ACTIVITIES

Teen Maker SpaceFridays | 15:30 – Robtic 3D printed hand!

Women’s Book ClubFebruary 12, | 18:00 – James by Percival Everett

Trieste Ukulele ClubFebruary 7, 28 | 10:00 – Sanremo Special

American English Conversation ClubFebruary 12 | 11:30

Freedom250

The United States will celebrate its 250th birthday on July 4th.
Join us for events and activities leading up to the semiquincentennial.

American Heroes of the Month 

US Olympic and Paralympic Team Members

Come in and see our gallery of  TeamUSA athletes at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics.

Educators Invite a US Diplomat to Class!

Visit the link to learn more and complete the online application form to apply.

Students aged 16-18 –Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship 

Apply NOW for a a fully funded, four-week summer exchange in the U.S at Purdue University.  

Application deadline: February 15.

Global Media Makers  – Vertical Storytelling Workshop in January

Wendy Calhoun, US producer /screenwriter, led  a FREE workshop for filmmakers on the new trends in sector.     

AMERICAN CITIZENS 

Be Election Ready: Go to fvap.gov to register for your 2026 ballots. Midterm and other important elections are coming up this year.


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