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About Il Punto

Siamo Il Punto di Incontro a Seattle
We are the (Italian) Meeting Point

We are enthusiastic about sharing our love for Italia and organize cultural events, fun gatherings, language programs that emphasize community and connection for all Italians and Italy-lovers in the Seattle area.

Join, Volunteer, Connect

Become a member - to enjoy discounts at cultural events and lower fees for language programs, to support Italian culture in the Seattle area, to reconnect with your Italian heritage, to meet recent Italian transplants, or simply connect with our vibrant community of enthusiasts of Italy!

Volunteer and enjoy your new amici!

In the news The Seattle Times

What to do in Rome, based on what you like to do in Seattle

The Seattle Times asked Il Punto's Tiziano Recchi for insider tips on Rome — from the best espresso near the Pantheon to neighborhoods worth wandering.

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News & Announcements

Summer 2026 Conversation group dates are now available!
Head to the Conversation group page to register and see the dates.

NOI Bimbi Autumn/Winter 2026 classes are now available!
Head to the NOI Bimbi registration page to register and see the dates.

Upcoming Events

July 11 BEGINNER Italian Conversation Group with Daniela Balestra (in person)

11 Jul 2026 9:00 AM • Room 6 Blue Building Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
July 25 BEGINNER Italian Conversation Group with Daniela Balestra (in person)

25 Jul 2026 9:00 AM • Room 6 Blue Building Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
July 25 INTERMEDIATE Italian Conversation Group with Isabella Moriconi (in person)

25 Jul 2026 10:30 AM • Room 6 Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
August 1 BEGINNER Italian Conversation Group with Daniela Balestra (in person)

1 Aug 2026 9:00 AM • Room 6 Blue Building Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
August 22 BEGINNER Italian Conversation Group with Daniela Balestra (in person)

22 Aug 2026 9:00 AM • Room 6 Blue Building Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
August 22 INTERMEDIATE Italian Conversation Group with Isabella Moriconi (in person)

22 Aug 2026 10:30 AM • Room 6 Upper Parking Lot Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA
AUTUMN/WINTER - NOI Bimbi - RED PANDA CLASS

5 Sep 2026 12:15 AM • 11 Lessons, at Phinney Neighborhood Association
AUTUMN/WINTER - NOI Bimbi - ORSETTI CLASS

5 Sep 2026 9:15 AM • 11 Lessons, at Phinney Neighborhood Association

Biblioteca Italiana Seattle (BIS)

Come visit the Biblioteca Italiana. Information on opening times and catalog available here: Library page.

Are you Interested in Volunteering?

We have a range of ways to volunteer.

We need volunteers to help coordinate in-person or virtual events, classes and initiatives.

If you are interested, please contact: contactus@ilpuntoseattle.org

Board of Directors for 2026

President: Tiziano Recchi
Treasurer: Carlo Malaguzzi
Secretary: Angela Sgarlata
Language programs: Arianna Ciccu
At-large: Rae Wang
At-large: Lucrezia Tassi
At-large: Rebecca Morphis
At-large: Keith Morphis
At-large: Mario Cazzanti

Italian Cultural Center - Il Punto is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID 47-2538399.

Mailing Address: PO Box 30674, Seattle, WA 98113