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24 February 2013
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*ART EXHIBITIONS*

*On Sat. 23 February at 18.00 hrs., Inauguration of Solo art show 
"Sfaccettature" (Many facets) by Lucia Ghirardi *at Galleria Rettori 
Tribbio (downtown, in the old city). The show is open until 8 March 
2012, weekdays 10-12:30/17-19:30, Sunday 10 - 12/ Closed on Monday and 
Friday afternoon).

*At the Sartorio Museum*(Largo Papa Giovanni XXIII, n.1): "*Il tiepolo a 
Trieste - The drawings of G.B.Tiepolo", *ongoing*until Sunday 
07/04/2013*. Open Tuesdays to Sundays, 10.00 - 18.00. Closed on Mondays. 
Ticket euro 5,50

At the *Municipal Art Gallery* (Piazza Unita' 4), solo exhibition by 
Claudio Saccari *"Attimi"* ("Moments"), ongoing *until 24/02/13*, 10.00 
13.00 /17.00 - 20.00.

*MUSEUM*

*Visit the Sartorio Museum*, an ancient 18th century Villa that belonged 
to a rich merchant family. There are beautiful rooms with antique 
furniture and important art collections, paintings, jewellery, 
furnitures, silverware as well as 254 drawings by Tiepolo (1696-1770, a 
famous Venetian artist), Santa Chiara's triptic and more recently, 
Fittcke's paintings. Ticket euro 5,50.The Sartorio is situated in Largo 
Papa Giovanni XXIII, n.1, open Tuesday - Sunday 9:00 - 13:00. Take bus 30.

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*THEATRE*

At**the*Rossetti Theatre *

*- Assicurazioni Generali Hall *(Viale XX Settembre 45):*"Rain Man"**on 
21/02 *at*20.30. *Based on the renowned film directed by Barry 
Levinsonand interpreted in a masterly manner by Tom Cruise & Dustin 
Hoffman. The drama would like to be an invitation to recognize and 
respect differences in the others, by treating them the way we would 
like to be treated. Under the direction of Saverio Marconi, performed by 
Luca Lazzareschi and Luca Bastianello.

*- Bartoli Hall *(Viale XX Settembre 45): *"Il tormento e l'estasi di 
Steve Jobs"* *on 21/02* at *20.30*. Based on "The Agony and Ecstasy of 
Steve Jobs" by Mike Daiseyand performed by Fulvio Falzarano under the 
direction of Enrico Luttmann. Jobs's wit has changed the world and his 
utopia has been crucial in the collective imagination. "Stay Hungry. 
Stay Foolish" He also had dark sides, pointed out in the play.Tickets 
from Euro 19. For more info: www.ilrossetti.it <http://www.ilrossetti.it>

At the /*Orazio Bobbio Theatre*//(Via del Ghirlandaio 12; Tel. 
040/390613): *"Mind Juggler" on 21/02 *at*20.30.*  The best italian 
mentalist Francesco Tesei will accompany us to discover the charms of 
the unconscious and comunication. Tickets from Euro 18 //For more info: 
http://www.contrada.it/**

*FILMS - ENGLISH LANGUAGE - PROGRAMME 2012/13*

_Several great films at the Ariston Cinema (Viale Romolo Gessi 14 - 
Buses 8, 9 & 15)_for members of the British Film Club, 
Trieste.Membership entitles to borrow books and choose from an 
enthralling collection of DVDs (including the best of British TV) for 
free from the British Film Club in Via dei Crociferi,3 (ground floor), 
beginning Friday 16/11.

Movies are screened on: Wednesdays: 16.00, 18.00 and 20.00; Thursdays: 
14.00, 16.00, 18.00, 20.00, 22.00 (Any changes in times will be 
announced in advance at the previous screenings)._Next film, _Thursday, 
21^st February, 2012: A*NGEL'S SHARE* (Ken Loach)

/with /Paul Brannigan, John Henshaw (101 mins)

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*TOUR TRIESTE*

*The Miramare Castle *is right next to the ICTP and is open every day 
from 9.00 to 18.30. Entrance to the surrounding park is free (8.00 - 
16.00, until the end of February). The location, gardens, castle with 
the lovely decor and furnishings, paintings, rooms full of history are 
not to be missed. For more info: www.castello-miramare.it 
<http://www.castello-miramare.it>

*The Duino Castle*is one of the most attractive castles in Europe and is 
still the official residence of the Torre e Tasso royal family. From its 
cliff top location there is a stunning view of the sea as it overlooks a 
small fishing village and is surrounded by colourful, extensive gardens. 
Inside, you can admire the furnishings, paintings, books and mementoes 
collected over centuries; visit its beautiful park and the World War 2 
bunker. During the winter, open weekends and holidays: 9:30 - 16:00 
Tickets: Euro 5. For more info/: /www.castellodiduino.it 
<http://www.castellodiduino.it>

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*The Giant Cave - Grotta Gigante*
The cave is considered the largest tourist cave in the world, situated 
on the Triestine Karst and an exclusive feature of the cave is the 
horizontal pendulum, constructed by university researchers in order to 
calculate the slightest movements of the earth's crust.The temperature 
is constantly around 11º and the tour lasts around one hour. Open from 
10.00 to 16.00. Entrance tickets: Euro 11.00; for groups of over 15 
persons Euro 5/head. For more info/: /www.grottagigante.it 
<http://www.grottagigante.it>*
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*The SLIVIA TOWERS CAVE*at*Aurisina Cave *(Bus nr.44 from Piazza 
Oberdan) is 60 mt. deep and 600 mt. long and is adorned with spectacular 
stalactites and stalagmites, like towers! (The most famous are a group 
of 8 stalagmites, after which the cave is named). The cave can be 
visited by anyone, without particular tools, however sturdy shoes are 
recommended.  Admission: 8,00 euro for adults and 6 euro for 6-12 years. 
Open in February on Saturdays & Sundays from 10.30-14.00. For more info: 
http://www.letorridislivia.net/index.php?s=4

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*_CAFES, FOOD AND WINE IN TRIESTE_*

_Trieste's historical cafes_:  The Tommaseo Cafe' (Riva 3 Novembre) and 
the San Marco Cafe' (Via Battisti 13) are places where writers, 
intellectuals and artists still meet. Presentation of books, art 
exhibits and musical evenings are held there.

_Renown Triestine Buffet in town_: "Da Pepi", via Cassa di Risparmio nr 
3: a typical Triestine old-fashioned food place where one can have 
excellent ham sandwiches at the bar or enjoy the special house dish, a 
variety of meats served with sauerkraut and freshly grated horseradish. 
Good selection of wines and beers. Reviewed by the New York Times as the 
best in the Region.

_Traditional pastry shops,_dating back to 1850, decorated in "Liberty " 
style:*"La* *Bomboniera"* in via XXX Ottobre (near Piazza San Antonio) 
withits deiicious pastries and coffee served in a cosy historical 
environment and *"Pasticceria* *Pirona"* in Largo Barriera 12, where 
James Joyce used to be a customer. Pirona won a prize for the best hot 
chocolate in Italy.

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