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THE ITALIAN CULTURAL INSTITUTE AND THE ITALIAN EMBASSY IN WASHINGTON DC OPEN THEIR DOORS FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION OPEN HOUSE 2023, WITH ITALIAN EXCELLENCE SUCH AS APRILIA, MOTO GUZZI AND VESPA

The Italian Embassy in Washington with the EU Open House 2023 logo, image source:
ambwashingtondc.esteri.it/it/chi-siamo/la-sede/eu-open-house

May 2023 (G.T.) – An occasion of celebration and friendship: Saturday, 13 May, from 10 AM to 4 PM, the Italian Embassy in Washington DC opens its doors to the public. Europe Day will be celebrated with a programme full of cultural, sport, and entertainment activities for adults and children to introduce Americans to the cultures of the countries which make up the European Union. “Normally you have to cross the Atlantic to visit the EU, but at Open House, you just have to cross the street!” the invitation reads.

9 May 2023, Europe Day, 73rd anniversary of the ‘Schuman declaration’.
Image source: www.agenziacoesione.gov.it/news_istituzionali/9-maggio-2023-festa-delleuropa

This event always falls on the first Saturday after “Europe Day” held on 9 May every year to celebrates peace and unity in Europe. The date marks the anniversary of the historic 'Schuman declaration’ that set out his idea for a new form of political cooperation in Europe, which would make war between Europe's nations unthinkable. Schuman's proposal is considered to be the beginning of what is now the European Union (Info: european-union.europa.eu/principles-countries-history/symbols/europe-day_en).

And here is the programme for the Open House of the Italian Embassy in Washington on Saturday, 13 May 2023: “Explore the enchanting world of palaces, museums, and other extraordinary places in Italy at the ‘Massimo Listri: Italian Wonder’ photo exhibition, co-organized by the Italian Cultural Institute of Washington. (open through 16 May, info: www.esteri.it/it/sala_stampa/archivionotizie/retediplomatica/2023/04/washington-massimo-listri-italian-wonder-mostra-in-ambasciata). Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a space dedicated to the Italian language in the US, in partnership with the University of Maryland, Georgetown University, Casa Italiana Language School, and the Italian Cultural Society. Meet the Com.It.Es. of Washington DC and learn more about their activities for the Italian community. Discover our Armed Forces, with a showcase of Italian military uniforms and models of military equipment.

Image source: www.instagram.com/italyinus

Bring the kids for some outdoor fun, with engaging activities organized by Kinder Joy of Moving. Please note that this activity will run from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is subject to weather conditions. Discover a new way to exercise with barre3 Bethesda and a series of 30-minute barre3 workouts combining strength, cardio, and mindfulness with Italian music! (Please note that this activity will run from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; from 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

Image source: www.instagram.com/expo2030_roma
Info: www.expo2030roma.org/expo-a-roma

Learn about the Golf Ryder Cup 2023 and Rome’s EXPO2030 candidacy and get information on how to fly to Rome on board the new ITA Airways non-stop flight from Washington Dulles.Be wowed by the beauty of a powerful Lamborghini EVO RWD Spyder. Take a look at Piaggio’s motor vehicles, including a Vespa, a Moto Guzzi and an Aprilia, provided by LaMoto, and dream of riding a Vespa on Italian roads. Take a sip of organic cold brew coffee by Lavazza and enjoy some of Ferrero’s delicious Nutella treats and Rocher tablets! And don’t forget to taste some scrumptious pizza, gelato, and espresso!
(Source, Italian Embassy in Washington DC: ambwashingtondc.esteri.it/it/chi-siamo/la-sede/eu-open-house).

Image source, dealer La Moto, Arlington, VA (United States):
www.lamotowashington.com

HERE IS THE LIST OF COUNTRIES AND DIPLOMATIC SITES TAKING PART IN EUROPEAN OPEN HOUSE 2023:
www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/united-states-america/eu-open-house-2023_en

PHOTO GALLERY FROM THE 2022 EDITION:
www.flickr.com/photos/euintheus/sets/72177720298998823