WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND 20 - 23 September 2012

ART EXHIBITIONS

At Muggia (Negrisin Municipal art gallery): YOKO LENNON TITO- A conceptual event and a tribute to the symbolic meeting between Yoko Ono, John Lennon and Josip Broz Tito, who was the head of the Yugoslav government for almost 40 years, an art lover and an amateur photographer. At the end of the Sixties, John and Yoko sent to Tito (and to other 50 world leaders, as well) a couple of acorns to be planted in the name of peace in the world. Today, these acorns have turned into two 45-year-old oaks. Ongoing until 14/10, Mondays to Fridays: 10.00 - 12.00/17.00 - 20.00; on Saturdays and Sundays: 10.00 - 13.00 /17.00 - 20.00. Free entrance.

"FemminileReale", travelling photographic exhibition, literally ongoing until 30/10. Ten shots of common women in their daily lives occupy the advertisement spaces on the city buses. Marisa Ulcigrai (Fotografaredonna Association) created this project in support of the dignity of women and as a protest against portraits of women used as consumer goods.

For more info: http://www.fotografaredonna.it/acddf/web/eventi/2012-femminilereale-3.htm

In the greenhouse of Villa Revoltella (via Marchesetti 37) "Frame", an art exhibition by Serena Bellini, ongoing until 25/9. This exhibition is, at the same time, an occasion to inaugurate the renovated space of the greenhouse of the Villa, particularly suitable to host a collection of paintings focusing on flowers, landscapes and nature in general. Open Mondays to Fridays: 16.30 - 19.00; Saturdays and Sundays: 10.00 - 13.00/16.30 - 19.00. For Info: 339 6543406

At the Modern Art Gallery "Salone degli Incanti" (once a fish market) in Riva Nazario Sauro, an outstanding Photography exhibition by photo reporter Monika Bulaj: "Nur/Luce Appunti afgani" (Afghan notes). Ongoing until 30/9, from Monday to Friday 17.00-23.00, Saturday, Sunday 10.00-23.00. On Sunday 23/9 and 30/9: guided tours with Monika Bulaj at 18.00. For info: 040 3226862.

"Colei che sola a me par donna". Women in humanist literature and daily life. At Palazzo Costanzi, Sala Veruda (Piazza Piccola 3) - Ongoing until 23/9 - Open each day 10.00-13.00 and 17.00-20.00) Museo Petrarchesco Piccolomineo (Via Madonna del Mare 13, c/o Biblioteca Civica Attilio Hortis) - Ongoing until 5/1/2013 - Open Mondays - Saturdays: 9.00-13.00; on Thursdays 15-19. In these two locations, the exhibition outlines the relationship between the female ideal described in humanist literature codified by Francesco Petrarca and the effective condition of women at that time (1300-1400). Entrance: free. For info: 040-6758184 http://www.retecivica.trieste.it/triestecultura/new/news_libero.asp?pagina=vis_articolo.asp&link=949&tipo=articoli_eventi&ids=13

MAJOR EVENT IN TRIESTE NEXT WEEK

"Trieste NEXT" Event from 28 - 30 September 2012 A European Innovation and Science Research Forum (28-30 September 2012), the first edition of a major event downtown and a laboratory in which applied research and new technologies, concrete ideas and solutions coexist and find practical application that can enhance community wealth and business competitiveness. Meetings, keynote speeches by distinguished speakers, scientists, shows and performances will present science and its developments in an innovative way.

This edition is entitled “S.A.V.E. the FOOD”, with a special section focused on food in a tradion-vs-innovation perspective.

On Saturday, 29 September at 15:00 at the Scuola Superiore di Lingue Moderne per interpreti e traduttori in via Filzi, 14 (near piazza Oberdan) ICTP will present a Round Table on "Climate Change: What impact on developing countries?" with Filippo Giorgi, G. Spataro, L. Brito, C. Carraro, M. Jaroslav. And also, on 29/9 at 15.00 in Piazza Unità, ICTP will present "Non-numerical recipes: recipes from all over the world by the ICTP researchers and employees".

The programme of the event is very vast, some activities must also be booked beforehand, see the website: www.triestenext.it

Revoltella MUSEUM

The Baron and the Archduke. Overseas dreams. Following the success and great demand, there will be a few replicas in September: on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (20 to 22 Sept.) at 19.00 & 20.30 and on Sunday 23rd at 11.00 and 18.00.

This is a new story with new characters (Maximilian of Austria and Empress Sissi, coming back to Trieste from the Isle of Madera) in a new touring show through the rooms of this wonderful palace-museum. Once again, you'll have the honour of meeting the Archduke Maximilian. Tickets: 10 Euro. Max 35 spectators/each show. Booking required by phone: 040/6754350.

SCIENTIFIC MUSEUMS

Guided tours, Mondays to Sundays, only until 13/10 (at no extra cost besides the entrance ticket):

Museum of the Sea (Museo del Mare in Via Campo Marzio, 5): each Thursday at 11.00 (sea story of Trieste)

Acquarium (Acquario Marino at the Ex Fish Market, Riva N.Sauro 1): each Friday at 17.30 (fishes and reptiles on display)

Botanical Gardens (Orto Botanico in Via Marchesetti): each Saturday and Sunday from 10.00 to 12.00 (rocks and fossils); each Wednesday at 10.00 (plants and curiosities)

Natural History Museum (Museo di Storia naturale in Via dei Tominz): each Monday at 10.00 (in English at 12.00) on Dinosaur "Antonio" and other findings.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

On Friday 21/9 at the Miramare Castle's Throne Hall at 20.00, the XIV Edition of Concerts at the Castle 2012, organized by the Conservatorio Giuseppe Tartini of Trieste. "Il fascino vocale dell'Ottocento" (The vocal charm of the 19th century): music by Debussy, Verdi, Liszt, Duparc, Strauss, Rossini, Puccini and Massenet. Ms Rossella Fracaros, pianist, will accompany the Croatian singer Ms Mila Soldatic.

Final concert on Tuesday 25/9: "Le suggestioni del canto romantico" (The charm of romantic songs), with music by Brahms, Schubert and Dvorak. The events are free of charge; pay only the entrance to the castle (euro 4, reduced euro 2). For more info: Tel. 040 224143.

On Friday 21/9 at 20.30 (and Saturday 22/9 at 18.00) the symphony season at Verdi Theatre presents music by Ludwig Van Beethoven: Die Weihe des Hauses op.124 (overture) and Christus am Olberge op .85 (Oratorio for solo voices, choir and orchestra). The Orchestra is directed by Maestro Wayne Marshall, the Chorus by Maestro Paolo Vero. For Info and tickets: http://www.teatroverdi-trieste.com or green number (free of charge, from 9.00 to 21.00 from Monday to Saturday) 800.09.03.73.

TOUR TRIESTE

The Friuli Venezia Giulia TOURIST POINT at the corner of Piazza Unità organizes guided walking tours (in Italian and English) every day at 10:30. On Saturdays, there is an additional tour at 16.30. This Saturday 22/9: Trieste, literary atmosphere. Each tour lasts 2 hours and costs euro 5/head. There is also the possibility of visiting the city by yourself with an audio-guide that you may rent there. Open every day from 9.00 - 19.00. Language services in Italian, English, German or French. For more info call the FVG Tourist Info Point in via dell'Orologio nr.1 at the corner of Piazza Unità. Tel: 040 3478312 or check: http://www.turismofvg.it

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 - 19.00). The castle with its lovely decor and furnishings, paintings, rooms full of history is not to be missed. For more info: 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. It is open from 9.30 to 17.30; closed on Tuesdays. On Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th a new part of the park will be open to the public. During this week end the entrance ticket will cost an additional Euro 2.00/head. For more info: www.castellodiduino.it

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 18.00 (from October: 10.00 - 16.00). Entrance tickets: Euro 11.00; for groups of over 15 persons Euro 5/head. For more info: www.grottagigante.it

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.

Best ice cream in town: Gelateria Zampolli, in via Ghega near the train station or in Viale XX Settembre, where ice creams are made in the traditional way with over 68 flavours.

NATURE AT ITS BEST:

Hiking in Val Rosandra (half or full day), Trieste

Provided the weather is fine and sunny, the Val Rosandra Valley encloses a remarkable natural environment and a walk through its paths, and by the stream and natural ponds, surrounded by typical carsic vegetation is worth it. Make sure you have good sneakers on and enough water. Walk along colour-marked footpaths, each marked by CAI (Italian Alpine Club), ranging from very easy paths to others that require certain ability. There are easily accessible caves for speleologists and archaeology lovers. You can reach the Valley by taking Bus 40 from the Central Train Station in Trieste and get off in Bagnoli della Rosandra.

"La Napoleonica" Panoramic route mostly overlooking the sea, on the Trieste karst. Take Bus 4 from Piazza Oberdan to the "Obelisco" and go walking or jogging on the Napoleonica (Napoleon's path). If you wish, you can take path number 12 (marked by C.A.I - Italian Alpine Club) and reach the Sanctuary of Monte Grisa, proceed to Opicina through the Via Crucis path (number 12) and finally return to the Obelisk and take the bus back to the city.

MISCELLANEOUS

On Sunday 23/9: “Rampigada Santa” Competition (walking, running or biking uphill) up the steep Via Scala Santa. Registrations to the competition are open at Euro 15.00/head. For those who would like to join just for fun, participation is free of charge! The street will be closed to traffic. For info and registration: http://www.spiz.it/rampigada-santa/1o-rampigada-santa-2012/iscrizione-rampigada-santa-201

Watch over two hundred 20th century historical videos on Trieste, gathered by the Luce Institute (set up in 1924) now available on line.

http://www.youtube.com/user/CinecittaLuce/videos?query=Trieste

OUTSIDE TRIESTE

At Modern Art Gallery "Luigi Spazzapan" (Palazzo Torriani in Via Marziano Ciotti 51 at Gradisca d'Isonzo) on Friday 21/9 at 18.30: Art exhibition "Contemporanea/mente", with works by Graziano Negri and Massimo Poldelmengo. Ongoing until 18/11. Open on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 19.00; on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 15.00 to 19.00. For more info: 0481 960816.

The Info Point takes no responsibility whatsoever for the correctness or completeness of the above information. Check website: http://portal.ictp.it/infopoint