Why support Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò on its 15th Anniversary: o to promote Italian culture beyond its national boundaries, in the belief that Italian ideas and values belongs not only to Italians but to whomever desires to learn more about the society and traditions of Italy o to provide free cultural events -lectures, book presentations, concerts, films, art exhibits, and more - to the New York community o to maintain quality programming such as last year's - conversation with Academy Award Winning set designers Dante Ferretti and Francesca Lo Schiavo (from The Aviator) - exhibit on the city of Parma and its musical history with documentaries and lectures on Verdi and the opera - Naples Film Festival 2004 and 2005 With a minimum contribution of $50, you can become a member of Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò. Your one-year membership includes: o preferred seating at our most popular evenings o invitations to special events hosted by fellow organizations such as the Bard Graduate Center, the Center for Jewish History, and MoMA o events open to Members only, such as previews of art expositions and special motion picture screenings o the first 100 people who join at the level of $100 or more, will receive a beautiful art book published by Edizioni Olivares (Milan-New York), courtesy of Casa Italiana Board Member, Federica Olivares Your donation to Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò is fully tax-deductible. Join us today!