Children ages 4 to 13 years old can immerse themselves in the wonders of Italian language and culture through a wide range of enjoyable and educational activities on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Casa Italia.

Our program focuses on teaching your children the Italian language through songs, games, storytelling, movies and skits. Children can choose among a variety of activities, including soccer, bocce, dancing, cooking, diet & nutrition, etiquette, gardening, fencing and theartical productions.

You can read the Parent's letter here. Information and Camp Guidelines.

Full-day programs are offered Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Half-day programs are offered Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Note: There will be no camp on July 4th. Extended hours before and after camp are available for an additional fee and run from 7 – 9 a.m. and 3 – 6 p.m.

The camp is run by fully certified and skilled Italian language instructors and includes various nutritional snacks including fresh fruit, ice cream, fruit drinks and bottled water throughout the day, lunch for full-day campers and a complimentary T-shirt.
Transportation is available at $295 for four weeks with a minimum of 20 children from the same locations: the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, the Harlem and Irving Plaza and the Addison Park District. All buses will have either a teacher or counselor on board at all times. Other locations will be considered.

Full-day program is $795 – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (lunch included)

Half-day program is $550. – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

All registration by April 1. For more info call 312-593-7255 or 708-345-5933. Full registration details, brochures, videos, and more can be found on the Casa Italia Summer Camp page.

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