Members and guests enjoyed a day exploring Cleveland’s Little Italy, with visits to cultural landmarks, local favorites, and Italian-American heritage sites. The experience included great food, wine, and conversation, ending with a relaxed aperitivo and toast among friends.

Members and guests gathered at The Recipe Cooking & Company for an evening of hands-on cooking and Italian springtime flavors. From learning traditional dishes to sharing a meal together, it was a night filled with fresh tastes, laughter, and connection.

Members gathered at Panacea Luxury Spa to celebrate International Women’s Day with an inspiring panel of Italian and Italian-American women. Through stories of heritage, journey, and resilience, the afternoon was filled with meaningful conversation, connection, and community.

As our premier fundraiser, this event blended lively bingo with a lovely night out, featuring prizes that ranged from diamond earrings to cooking classes, Italian language lessons, and more.

We gathered for an informal evening of food, drinks, and connection-focused activities to meet new people and strengthen our Chicchi circle.

Guided by Rosa DiGrottole from the Italian Dream Academy, this unique tour at the art museum transported us through the captivating world of Italian art.

We had so much fun making fresh mozzarella together at Weiland's Market. A little wine, a little cheese, what could be better?

We gathered to create welcome packages for the new families of the YWCA.

Hosted at Gentile’s Wine Sellers, this tasting invited members and guests to explore a curated selection of Italian wines while enjoying appetizers and expert insights.

Held at Land-Grant’s Gravity Park, this gathering brought families together for a joyful afternoon of shared dishes, lawn games, and community connection.

We went to Pins to learn some basic bocce skills and enjoy the company of our amazing members.

We dug into our past and discovered the tools to unlock the history of our ancestry.

We ate, drank, and made fresh pasta! Led by expert Pastaio, Angelo Pelino.

We mixed and mingled with Chicchi Club and Columbus Italian Club members.

We mingled. We drank. We dined. The Recipe Cooking & Co. and EDV Wines gave us a tour of Italy through wine and cuisine.

Oh what a night! We threw a great Happy Hour at the gorgeous Panacea Luxury Spa to kick off our official membership launch.

Check out your fave babes at Giammarco’s Grotto on Tuesday nights for some fall bocce! The other teams never saw us coming!

Members and guests came together to spread holiday cheer at our second annual cookie exchange—a merry evening filled with treats, toasts, and seasonal delight.

Members enjoyed a relaxed gathering at Carfagna’s, where they mingled, unwound, and explored the many Italian delights of the holiday season. With no formal agenda, the evening was all about good company and conversation.

Our third annual Member Potluck at COhatch Polaris brought together homemade Italian goodness, plenty of laughs, and a sneak peek at the club’s latest plans. Community, conversation, and carbs—what more could you want?

Members and guests enjoyed an elegant evening at Worthington Jewelers—sparkling pieces, sweet bites, Valentine’s wish lists, and a beautiful story of Italian heritage. A night filled with charm and great company.

Members enjoyed a guided art walk with Rosa DiGrottole from the Italian Dream Academy, exploring Artemisia Gentileschi: Naples to Beirut—one of Italy’s most celebrated women painters.