Events
Jun 29, 2026, 6:00 PMCosimo's Trattoria & Bar, 120 Delafield St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USAJoin us at Cosimo’s Trattoria & Bar for an evening exploring the bold flavors and vibrant wines of Italy’s Campania region through a guided presentation and tasting. Presented by Pirandello Institute and Gallery 40.
Jun 15, 2026, 7:00 PMGallery 40, 40 Cannon St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601Join us Monday, June 15 at 7:00PM to watch "Follemente" in Italian (with English subtitles) at Gallery 40, 40 Cannon St, Poughkeepsie, NY.
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The Pirandello Institute has long been a dream of Vita Mesnick—a dream brought to life through love, patience, dedication, and an enduring passion for Italian language and culture. The Institute stands as the result of her years of commitment, effort, and inspiration, creating a vibrant community of students and friends united by a shared appreciation for learning and connection.
After many years of inspiring students through her teaching, Vita has decided the time has come to retire from the traditional classroom format. While she is stepping away from formal instruction, she remains deeply committed to the Pirandello Institute and the community she has helped build over the years.
To support that continued connection, we are pleased to introduce Conversations with Vita—an informal opportunity for students and friends of the Institute to spend time with her in a relaxed and flexible setting.
These one-on-one or small-group conversations can be arranged directly with Vita, free of charge, and may include speaking in Italian, discussing books and culture, reviewing aspects of the language, sharing memories, or exploring topics of mutual interest. Designed to foster conversation rather than formal instruction, these sessions preserve what has always been at the heart of the Pirandello experience: meaningful connection, lively discussion, and a shared love of Italian language and culture.
We are grateful for Vita's continued presence in our community and look forward to this new chapter—one that celebrates friendship, conversation, and the dream she has nurtured for so many years.