TOIA

TOIA is an Oxford-based cultural association for those interested in any aspect of Italy. No knowledge of the language is required for most of the events of the programme. Details are given below.

For further information, please contact the Secretary (toiasecretary@outlook.com or use the form accessible via the Contact page).

Our activities

• Lectures on art, architecture, literature, theatre, music, history, current affairs, contemporary Italy
• Italian films
• Social events including wine tasting, cookery demonstration, summer garden party
• AGM in late Nov/early Dec with Panettone & Spumante

The events calendar follows Michaelmas, Hilary and Trinity terms, each with about six events. See events to the right. Non-members are welcome to join our events.

For subscription information see the BECOME A MEMBER link.

Usually lectures start at 8 pm, with an opportunity to meet other members over a drink from 7.30. In addition there are two memorial lectures per year which are of interest to TOIA members.

The programme of events for each Term is available on the website just before the start of Term. In addition, members  receive at the beginning of Term an email with the Programme for that Term and before each event they receive a reminder email with details of the forthcoming event.

The charge on the door at meetings is £2 for members, and £5 for guests or non-members. Full-time students under 30 have free admission.

There is one film screening per term. Donation of £2 invited.