News, tips and drills for friends of the Italian language, culture and lifestyle. Our monthly newsletter brings you news on Italian culture in English and in Italian, as well as drills and games to practise the language. Read our Italian Newsletter #8 here or subscribe to receive future monthly news via email (scroll to the bottom of the page).

In this issue:

• Christmas in Italy: old and new traditions. Presepio, zampognari, befana.
• A Christmas tale: Spelacchio’s story (inspired by a true story).
• 121 Services: Online classes, Online Advanced Course, Courses in Italy
• Palestra d’italiano: language exercises for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Levels