It can be difficult finding and keeping track of all the best Italian events around San Francisco. Experiencing the most out of the local cultural scene requires that one gets out of the house to join the community, whether it be admiring Renaissance art or drinking some delicious Nero d’Avola with newly made friends. To make your life easier, each week’s upcoming and ongoing events will be featured in a Monday post, so you’ll always be informed about what’s going on. If you have any suggestions or additions, please feel free to message me via email or Twitter.
ITALIAN CULTURAL EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF 2/20 TO 2/26
Thursday, February 23
Italian Innovation Day - Silicon Valley 2012 (4:30 p.m.)
Sutardja Dai Hall
UC Berkeley, Berkeley
Investors and innovators come together for a day showcasing some of the best Italian tech startups ready to scale. Knowledgeable speakers share their insights over Italian food and wine.
Mid-Month Mixer (6:00 p.m.)
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
1630 Stockton St., San Francisco
Delicious Italian cuisine and wine are on the menu at the SF Italian Athletic Club's Mid-Month Mixer. Contact the Club for ticket availability.
EDX (10:00 p.m.)
Vessel
85 Campton Place, San Francisco
Italian DJ and producer EDX takes on Vessel for an energetic night of dance music. The talented artist has worked with Deadmau5, Mary J. Blige, Kool & The Gang, Lauryn Hill and more.
Friday February 24
The New Italian Cinema (6:00 p.m.)
ItaLingua
870 Market St., San Francisco
Join the friendly folks at ItaLingua for an examination of popular modern Italian cinema selections, including Il Divo, Quando sei nato non puoi più nasconderti, Gomorra and Tutta la vita davanti. The internationally acclaimed films cover topics from politics to the trials of youth.
Poker Night (6:00 p.m.)
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
1630 Stockton St., San Francisco
Try your luck at the SF Italian Athletic Club's monthly Poker Night, held on the last Friday of each month. Membership may be required.
Sunday, February 26
Nick D'Angelo's Semi-Annual Gaming Trip (7:30 a.m.)
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
1630 Stockton St., San Francisco
Take a trip to the Red Hawk Casino with the SF Italian Athletic Club. Transportation, refreshments and good times are provided. The group returns around 7:00 p.m.
Bubbly and Bingo (11:30 a.m.)
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
1630 Stockton St., San Francisco
Join Le Donne di Italia for a day of Italian cuisine, prosecco and bingo. This fun event is open to both Italian and non-Italian women who love the culture of Italy.
ONGOING EVENTS
January 31 - March 30
Marco Casentini Opening Reception
Italian Cultural Institute
898 Montgomery St., San Francisco
The personal exhibition of Italian artist Marco Casentini is on display at the Istituto from January 31 to March 30. His art, comprised of geometric shapes and colors, has been featured across Europe and the United States.
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