Thursday, 12thApril @ 7pm

meet at LDM SCHOOL AT 6.15 pm

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Meet and greet with your Culture Buddy …
This is your chance to make new friends and practice the italian language while enjoying a typical Italian aperitivo!

The exchange will held at Beba do Samba

the coolest bar in San Lorenzo Area

Via de’Messapi 8

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During this lecture, students will be introduced to the geography of the Italian peninsula and to  the Italian historic background. They will be explained useful information that will help them orientate during their semester abroad: the morphology of the peninsula, the difference between north and south, the climate, the regions and the different cultural and food habits.
Monday February 20th –  Evening
Gianicolo Hill and Santa Maria in Trastevere
Gianicolo Hill, with arguably the best view of Rome, is one of the most romantic place in the city.   We’ll walk through the charming neighborhood of Trastevere,  home to one of the oldest churches in Rome, Santa Maria in Trastevere, which dates back to 340’s AD and it is the home to the relic of Saint Apollonia’s head, a portion of the Holy Sponge, as well as numerous 13th century mosaic masterpieces. Then we will have a social aperitivo in one of the trendiest bar in Rome in this famous area.
Friday March 2nd  – Daily t rip
Enjoy the  pleasures of slow life in Tuscania
Famous for its tufa rocks promontories, Tuscania, the beautiful Etruscan town is located in the North of Rome, not far from the seacoast. During the cooking demonstration you will learn how to cook typical Italian dishes as well as taste them and enjoy the lunch! We will also visit the medieval town of Viterbo!!!
Monday March 5th – Afternoon
Habits  and  the  city
During this funny yet enjoyable lecture you will learn a lot about the cultural differences between  USA and EUROPE, with particular a care of Italy. This will help to gain an higher level of awareness of the strong local identity and at the same time you’ll discover that what sometimes could seem like a cultural clash could turn into a new experience.
Thursday March 29th – Afternoon
Experience Imperial Rome in 3-D
Have fun watching the incredible games at the Colosseum, walking through the crowded Roman Forum and glancing at the Temple of Vesta. An adventure through time in 3D with incredible special effects. Learn about the history of Rome with amusing interactive games, educational films,
the “Wheel of Time” and anecdotes and curiosities about the past. You too can become a part of history.
Monday April 16th – Evening
Wine Tasting at one of Rome’s best wine bars
Learn to drink like an Italian; by savoring the flavors and distinctive qualities of fine Italian wines. This tasting will arm you with the introductory skills to wine taste while an assortment of regional wines at local “enoteca”. The tastings will be accompanied by complementary food tasting.
Thursday April 26th – Afternoon
Tiramisù experience
If you think to know how a good dessert tastes like…you will change your mind for ever after you try this Tiramisu. Homemade by this legendary bar in Rome POMPI, this is called the Temple of Tiramisu: you will find out they have their good reasons!
Friday May 4th  – Dailytrip
Sacred  Wood of Bomarzo ( Monster Park  )
Situated just a few miles from Viterbo, the Sacred Wood of Bomarzo is perhaps one of the oddest places on earth. Better known as the   Monster  Park  , the Sacred Wood is an unusual creation done by Vicino Orsini, the lord of Bomarzo, in the mid sixteenth century. It consists of a green area scattered with huge statues. We will also visit the beautiful “ TREBOTTI” organic wine farm, famous also for its extra-virgin olive oil and honey. We will taste wine as well as having a delicious homemade lunch. Something cannot be missed!!
Thursday May 10th – Evening
Farewell Dinner
Your time in Rome is not complete without a taste of the famously delicious thin crust Roman Pizza, accompanied by Fritti Misti ( fried mozzarella, rice balls, fried olives etc. ). Say goodbye to Rome at “La Montecarlo*” one of the most delicious Pizzerias.

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Seasons Greetings from LdM Rome!!!

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Monday September 5th – Afternoon
Housing orientation
Living in your Roman apartment will be a stimulating experience. Things could be difficult at first but, when you familiarize yourself with your new “ hut”, It will become your special place, and all your efforts will be repaid. Contrary to the US, most Italian university students live in shared apartments, not dorms: this is why we would like to do the same! This unique experience will provide you with first hand access to all intricacies of the Italian culture.

Thursday September 8th – Afternoon
Introduction  to wine culture
Learn to drink like an Italian; by savoring the flavors and distinctive qualities of fine Italian wines. Heather Hanson will introduce you to wine tasting basic techniques while exploring several types of Italian wine accompanied by complementary food tasting.

Monday September 19th – Afternoon
Italy, a geographical overview
During this lecture, students will be introduced to the geography of the Italian peninsula and to  the Italian historic background. They will be explained useful information that will help them orientate during their semester abroad: the morphology of the peninsula, the difference between north and south, the climate, the regions and the different cultural and food habits.

Thursday September 22nd –  Evening
Gianicolo Hill and Santa Maria in Trastevere
Gianicolo Hill, with arguably the best view of Rome, is one of the most romantic place in the city.   We’ll walk through the charming neighborhood of Trastevere,  home to one of the oldest churches in Rome, Santa Maria in Trastevere, which dates back to 340’s AD and it is the home to the relic of Saint Apollonia’s head, a portion of the Holy Sponge, as well as numerous 13th century mosaic masterpieces. Then we will have a social aperitivo in one of the trendiest bar in Rome in this famous area.

Monday October 3rd – Afternoon
Habits  and  the  city
During this funny yet enjoyable lecture you will learn a lot about the cultural differences between  USA and EUROPE, with particular a care of Italy. This will help to gain an higher level of awareness of the strong local identity and at the same time you’ll discover that what sometimes could seem like a cultural clash could turn into a new experience.

Friday October 14th  – Daily t rip
Enjoy nature and the pleasures of slow life in Umbria
Umbria is the undiscovered Tuscany, a region of stunning scenery, ancient, art-filled hill towns and exceptional food and wine, as well as the home of italian famous “Perugina”chocolate. During the cooking demonstration, we will cook “our own lunch,” eating our fresh made pasta, and tasting a good wine. We will also visit the Perugia town!

Wednesday November 2nd  – Afternoon
Experience Imperial Rome in 3-D
Have fun watching the incredible games at the Colosseum, walking through the crowded Roman Forum and glancing at the Temple of Vesta. An adventure through time in 3D with incredible special effects. Learn about the history of Rome with amusing interactive games, educational films,
the “Wheel of Time” and anecdotes and curiosities about the past. You too can become a part of history.

November 10th – Afternoon
Tiramisù experience
If you think to know how a good dessert tastes like…you will change your mind for ever after you try this Tiramisu. Homemade by this legendary bar in Rome POMPI, this is called the Temple of Tiramisu: you will find out they have their good reasons!

Monday November 21th – Evening
Wine Tasting at one of Rome’s best wine bars
Learn to drink like an Italian; by savoring the flavors and distinctive qualities of fine Italian wines. This tasting will arm you with the introductory skills to wine taste while an assortment of regional wines at local “enoteca”. The tastings will be accompanied by complementary food tasting.

Friday November 25th – Daily
Sacred  Wood of Bomarzo ( Monster Park  )
Situated just a few miles from Viterbo, the Sacred Wood of Bomarzo is perhaps one of the oddest places on earth. Better known as the   Monster  Park  , the Sacred Wood is an unusual creation done by Vicino Orsini, the lord of Bomarzo, in the mid sixteenth century. It consists of a green area scattered with huge statues. We will also visit the beautiful “ TREBOTTI” organic wine farm, famous also for its extra-virgin olive oil and honey. We will taste wine as well as having a delicious homemade lunch. Something cannot be missed!!

Thursday December 1st – Evening
Musical Event
Musical event or concert will be chosen based on what is on in Rome this week. Rome is home to several live music venues, concert halls and jazz clubs. Check activity board for details.

Thursday Dicember 15th  – Evening
Farewell Dinner
Your time in Rome is not complete without a taste of the famously delicious thin crust Roman Pizza, accompanied by Fritti Misti ( fried mozzarella, rice balls, fried olives etc. ). Say goodbye to Rome at “La Montecarlo*” one of the most delicious Pizzerias.

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Football fever
21st september– 21.00
Watch AS Roma playing a Serie A match in the Historical Roma Fan Club, cheering and chanting with the real fans

Be eco, don’t be ego:
26th September – 17.30
These easy green tips will reduce your impact on the environment and help you save money. Go Green!

Walk of Rome
12th  october – h9.30
A walking tour, to discover the many stories and legends, which have populated the streets and the the squares of Rome, between talking statues, poets, the island in the river, ghosts and a penniless prince in love.

Culture exchange #1:
17th october – h18.00
Socialize with Italian students during this aperitivo together in a friendly and unformal atmosphere, as well as practicing and improving your language skills.

Into the Wild
4th November – Day Trip
We’ll go in a beautiful place in the Nation Park of Abruzzi, with a Natural Guide, enjoying local genuine foods and drinks after a walk together in the nature, far away from the stressing metropolitan life.

Ride in the baroque
7th November – 17.30
You won’t be able to say you have been to Rome if you haven’t…

Language Exchange #2
14th November – h18.00
A further chance to make your Italian practical and… meet new friends!

Slow Down! day
21st november – all day long
This is the opportunity to get back a more human rhythm of life, enjoying the several activities which will go on all day long in school: listening to music, watching a movie, having lunch together and moreover learning something about what we could do every day to help the planet in a group lecture. Finally a group activity will emphasize the aspects of the socializing.

Healthy food
28th November – 17.30
Understand the differences between organic food and traditionally grown food when it comes to nutrition, safety and price, but before everything else…your own health!

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Culture exchange #1:
14th February – h18.00
Socialize with Italian students during this aperitivo together in a friendly and unformal atmosphere, as well as practicing and improving your language skills.

Ride into baroque #1
Monday 21st feb – 18.00 pm
Meeting  at the school then going to  S. Agostino’s  Church and see Caravaggio’s  “Madonna  of the  Pilgrims” (We will see  hidden faces  in  the  dark spaces of  this picture!) . Then  to S. Luigi  dei Francesi and see Caravaggio’s  “Martyrdom of S. Mathew” (We will see hidden symbols in many details of  this picture!) Then  to  Borromini’s  church  of S. Ivo  to see this marvelous elliptical spiral tower and all on the same street!  We will have a most fantastic espresso at S. Eustachio’s café, the most famous in Rome, yes, on the same street!

Carnival Party
8th March – 21.00
Enjoy the roman Carnival in one of the coolest clubs in town with live music and retro dj set.

Ride into baroque#2
14th March – 18.00
We will meet right downstairs at Borromini’s church “San Carlino  at the Four Fountains”. Where strange spaces, crypt, and cloister  will amaze you!

Ride into baroque#3
21st March – 18.00
We will meet at the school and go at the Piazza del Gesù, at the  “Church of Gesù,”  the  first  Jesuit church ever built and see the fresco, “The Triumph of Jesus” by Baciccio.
We will  lose  our  balance  looking  up  at this  swirling  merry go  round!!!

Language Exchange #2
28th March – h18.00
A further chance to make your Italian practical and… meet new friends!

Walk of Rome
16th March – h9.30
A walking tour, to discover the many stories and legends, which have populated the streets and the the squares of Rome, between talking statues, poets, the island in the river, ghosts and a penniless prince in love.

Special event:
Understanding the Mafia
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What really is mafia? How does it affects people’s life? What can we concretely do about it? You will have the unique opportunity to enjoy a special thrilling lecture with a member of the anti.mafia association Libera, with the chance to ask him the questions you always wished to ask!

Into the Wild
8th April – Day Trip
We’ll go in a beautiful place in the Nation Park of Abruzzi, with a Natural Guide, enjoying local genuine foods and drinks after a walk together in the nature, far away from the stressing metropolitan life.

Slow Down! day
18th April – all day long
This is the opportunity to get back a more human rhythm of life, enjoying the several activities which will go on all day long in school: listening to music, watching a movie, having lunch together and moreover learning something about what we could do every day to help the planet in a group lecture. Finally a group activity will emphasize the aspects of the socializing.

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