Movie: Enchanted April (2)
The United Theater 5 Canal St., Westerly, RI, United StatesAfter WW1, four English women, unhappy with their lives after WW1, women decide to take a break from their respective spouses, take a vacation in a beautiful Italian villa. (6:45 Showing)
Ciao Italia
Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly 14 Railraod Ave., Westerly, RI, United StatesLocal Color - Ciao, Italia This month The Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly is hosting a show, in part sponsored by the Dante Society of Westerly. It is featuring a special display of works inspired by Italy and Italian culture. More details, including information on the exhibiting artists, can be found on the Cooperative's home
2025 Annual Fried Dough Breakfast
Calabrese Club 28 Pleasant Street, Westerly, RI, United StatesDante Society of Westerly is hosting a Fried Dough Breakfast and Bake Sale. Proceeds from the event help support educational grants and scholarships in keeping with the mission of the Dante Society.
General Membership Meeting June 2025
Westerly Senior Center 39 State St., Westerly, RI, United StatesThis is the Second of the four members' business meeting for 2025. Agenda will be sent to members shortly before the meeting. This meeting will be held at the Senior Center. Members are reminded that the bylaws require attendance at a minimum of 50% of membership meetings as well as participation and support in society
2025 Juneteenth – Wilcox Park
The Dante Society will have an information table at the 5th annual celebration of Juneteenth in Wilcox Park.
2025 Annual Summer Gathering
This is the annual membership gathering for the end of the 2024/2025 season. Members must sign up if they plan on attending, and indicate if they will be bringing a guest.
2025 Johnny V’s Meatball Challenge and Pasta Dinner (Updated Aug 21)
Calabrese Club 28 Pleasant Street, Westerly, RI, United States(see time updates!) Enjoy a pasta dinner and vote for your favorite meatball from 3 generous sponsors. SOLD OUT!
General Membership Meeting September 2025
Westerly Senior Center 39 State St., Westerly, RI, United StatesThis is the Third of the four members' business meeting for 2025. The general agenda is: Call Meeting to Order Opening Statement by the President of the Society Approval of Minutes New member Introduction Committee Reports Upcoming Events & Programs Other new items The full agenda can be found in the Index of Meeting Agendas
Lecture: “The Land of the Living” by Timothy Crellin
Westerly Library Auditorium 44 Broad St, WesterlySicilian Americans and the Myth of the Melting Pot.
Opening Night: Italian Immigrants in Westerly
Westerly Library 44 Broad St, Westerly, RI, United StatesOpening night reception for "Italian Immigrants in Westerly: Their Stories", an exhibit being hosted all October in the Hoxie Gallery.
2025 50th Anniversary Gala
The Haversham House 336 Post Rd., Westerly, RIThe Dante Society of Westerly will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a Gala and honoring four of the original 16 charter members of the society.
2025 Italian Snacking with Anna Francese Gass
The United Theater 5 Canal St., Westerly, RI, United StatesItalian Snacking with Anna Francese Gass: Talk, Screening, & Signing