Year: 2024

On Sunday, November 24th, a discovery walk titled “Strolling from the Sea to the Village” will guide participants from the beach to Laigueglia village. Organized by the Informare association in partnership with the Municipality of Laigueglia, the event is free and open to all. Over three hours, attendees will explore the town’s natural, historical, and artistic marvels, uncovering its unique sea connection. Despite bustling summer tourism, Laigueglia’s beaches maintain significant natural charms.

In Borghetto Santo Spirito, the First Festival of the Rights of Children and Adolescents

On Saturday, November 23, Borghetto Santo Spirito will launch the first Children’s and Adolescents’ Rights Festival. Organized by the Department of Public Education and Sports with Municipal Social Policies, the event commemorates the 1989 UN adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Activities include sports, workshops, and games, featuring UNICEF representatives and volunteers promoting children’s rights and intergenerational dialogue.

Cdo Tourism, a three-day convention in Alassio to discuss the future of tourism

In Alassio, from tomorrow until Sunday, the fifth edition of the “Cdo Tourism Convention” will be held at the Allegro Italia Alassio Rosa hotel. The event will feature tours of renowned establishments such as the Grand Hotel of Alassio and Villa della Pergola. On Saturday, sessions on “Artificial Intelligence in Tourism” and “The Origins of Cdo” (Compagnia delle Opere) will enrich the day. The convention will conclude on Sunday with a visit to Albenga, aiming to foster a support network among industry professionals.

Students from the Falcone Institute of Loano in the Senate for a project on assets confiscated from the mafia

On November 19th, a delegation from the Istituto Falcone di Loano, including teachers Alessia Ferrua and Daniela Di Pasquale, and students, attended a Senate session. The focus was the New Highway Code and safety. The following day, they met Senator Gianluca Cantalamessa, who explained law amendments and encouraged student involvement in legislation. Monica Caccia highlighted the importance of local contributions. Senator Cantalamessa praised the students’ enthusiasm for future challenges.

Theater, in Albenga Chiara Buratti opens “The Pink Ambra” 2024

Chiara Buratti will launch “L’Ambra Rosa” at Ambra Theater in Albenga on November 23, 2024, with “Four Women.” Organized by Teatro Ingaunia and artistic director Mario Mesiano, this innovation features Buratti’s debut as a writer. Co-written with Giannino Balbis and directed by Tommaso Massimo Rotella, the play portrays four women’s paths to freedom. It includes live electronics by Antonio Gatti and costumes by Alessandra Maregatti.

Liguria at the third edition of Roots-IN

The Liguria region was a key player in the third Roots-IN event in Matera, focusing on roots tourism and Made in Italy. As 2024 marks the ‘Year of Italian Roots Worldwide,’ the event emphasized reconnecting Italian descendants with their heritage. Liguria highlighted Italian identity and traditions, supporting roots tourism. The Liguria stand showcased authenticity through the “Made in Liguria” brand. Roots-IN attracted significant participation, underscoring Italy’s appeal to travelers of Italian descent.

The new winter season of the Vittorio Gassman Theatre in Borgio Verezzi

After a summer hiatus, Borgio Verezzi’s Vittorio Gassman Theatre reopens under Paolo Rossi’s direction, managed by Cooperativa I.So. This season marks the return of the Cinematic Service, offering digital screenings for all ages, focusing on children and teens. Enhancing accessibility, the theater provides headphone support for those with hearing difficulties. The 2024-2025 season features eight plays, starting with “Being… Actors in 90 Minutes” and “Frequencies Out of Control,” promising engaging theatrical experiences.

The English history of Alassio featured in Turin at ANCI Off

Alassio is one of the hundred Italian municipalities representing Italy at ANCI Off in Turin from November 22-24, alongside the 41st Annual Assembly of ANCI. On November 23, a conference titled “The English History of Alassio – A Driving Force for Cultural and Experiential Regeneration” will explore Alassio’s English cultural heritage. Mayor Marco Melgrati and other key figures will discuss leveraging this legacy to boost high-quality tourism, highlighting sites like Villa della Pergola and Hanbury Tennis Club.

Ance Savona: Urban Regeneration as a New Challenge for the Future of the Construction Sector and the Territory

The Public Assembly by ANCE Savona at the Priamar Complex focused on “The Routes of Urban Regeneration.” Massimo Baccino stressed urban regeneration as a cultural and economic renewal, advocating for sustainability and social inclusion. Discussions involved construction experts and officials from Liguria, Piedmont, and Lombardy, exploring regeneration opportunities and challenges. Initiatives like an ideas competition aim to engage young professionals in regeneration projects, emphasizing collaboration and sustainability to revitalize the region.

L'avventurosa testuggine Emi e la misteriosa Isola tartaruga

The Adventurous Turtle Emi and the Mysterious Turtle Island

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On a warm spring day, Emi, a small pond turtle, basked in the sun on the banks of the Centa River, which flowed peacefully through the plain of Albenga. Emi was a lively Emys orbicularis ingauna, with a shiny shell and curious eyes. Every day, from her favorite spot, she could see the Gallinara Island outlined on the horizon. Its peculiar shape, resembling a giant sleeping turtle, had always fascinated Emi…

avventura di Gigi nelle Grotte di Toirano

Gigi’s adventure in the Caves of Toirano

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The Caves of Toirano, seen through the eyes of a child, are a magical and mysterious world, like stepping into a fairy tale. Each step reveals new discoveries: stalactites hanging from the ceiling like giant candies and stalagmites resembling crystal trees. The echo of dripping water sounds like an enchanted melody…

The magical Dry Stone Walls

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Once upon a time, in a distant and enchanting land called Liguria, there was a magical landscape of green hills diving into the blue sea. In this enchanted place lived the Dry Stone Walls, little stone giants with a very special task….

Books, Toponyms of Liguria: “Remota loca. Toponimi della Liguria (862-1100)”

Carlo Varaldo, former Medieval Archaeology professor and Scientific Director at the International Institute of Ligurian Studies, will present “Remota loca. Place Names of Liguria (862-1100)” by Furio Ciciliot. This book, part of the Historical Toponymy Project, explores Ligurian place names from the 9th to 11th centuries. The presentation, set for November 22 at 4:30 PM in Savona, will delve into the period’s significance, uncovering insights into ancient communities and land use.

Albenga: “Daily Life of Women in Our Region Through the Centuries”

Meteo Liguria, Arpal: warning for the storm surge from the southwest

ARPAL has issued a weather alert for a storm surge driven by southwesterly winds. Two low-pressure systems over northeastern Europe and a secondary low over the Ligurian Sea may trigger the year’s strongest storm surge in two phases. A cold front will reach northern Italy by Wednesday, with varying winds and potential precipitation. The sea will rise, peaking with waves up to 7 meters. A second surge is expected between Thursday and Friday.

Arteam Cup 2023, veduta della mostra finale, Palazzo del Commissario, Savona, secondo piano

Arteam Cup 2024: the finalists and the exhibition in Savona

The Arteam Cultural Association in Albissola Marina has announced the 60 finalists for the Arteam Cup 2024. Their artworks will be displayed from November 23, 2024, to January 5, 2025, at the Palazzo del Commissario in Fortezza del Priamàr, Savona. Supported by the City of Savona, aiming for Italy’s Capital of Culture 2027, the event is curated by Livia Savorelli and Matteo Galbiati. The exhibition fosters contemporary art dialogue and supports emerging talent with free entry for under 30s.

Tourism, flowers, aromatic plants, food and wine: Ligurian day in Munich focused on business and networking

Liguria captivated Munich with a vibrant display of flowers, aromatic herbs, gourmet specialties, and DOP wines during an event organized by the Region of Liguria. In collaboration with the Italian-German Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce of the Riviera of Liguria, 24 local businesses aimed to penetrate the German market. The day featured floral and culinary showcases, competitions, and masterclasses, culminating in a tourism-focused presentation for 2025.

Senior Age: Conscious Use of Digital Technologies and Communication Tools

This morning, at the Cristoforo Colombo Hall in Genoa, the conference “Third Age: Conscious Use of Digital Technologies and Communication Tools” was held, sponsored by Agcom and organized by Co.Re.Com. Liguria with TGR Liguria’s support. Key points included the importance of media literacy, prevention of online fraud, and the digitalization of legal processes. Speakers emphasized the necessity of lifelong learning and digital knowledge for all ages to combat fake news and online risks.

Healthcare Liguria, Pastorino: “Health Council, a useless bureaucracy”

Registrations open for the 37th “Città di Albenga-Memorial M. S. Folco” Piano Competition