On Sunday 15th December, during the day, “Antichi Mestier”i along Via Garibaldi in collaboration with the SerenArte association. In piazza 27 Marzo, 1861 (called “piazza delle uova”), lunch with non-stop polenta for everyone (polenta with sauce and sausage, water or wine, 7 euros). At 3 pm Santa Claus arrives in his sleigh. Delivery of children’s letters and photos along with Santa Claus, ride on the Elven Sledge. During the afternoon hot drinks offered by the Pro Loco. Download the Christmas brochure.
On Sunday 22nd December, in the afternoon, in piazza 27 Marzo 1861 (called “piazza delle uova”), animation A.C.R. of the Fossano parishes and distribution of hot drinks. For the kids rounds on the Elven Sledge. During the afternoon, Prize-giving Exhibition of nativity scenes and Christmas trees. Download the Christmas brochure.
On Tuesday, December 24th, at 11.15pm, Renaissance Living Nativity with readings and Christmas carols in the Cathedral.
MUSIC EVENTS
During the holiday season, the Fossano Musica Foundation proposes the Christmas
essays of its students. Many scheduled appointments, download the programme here.
Thursday 5th December, at 9pm, at the I Portici Theatre in Fossano, a concert show in favour of the local Avis “Le note del cuore” with Raffaella Buzzi and directed by Federica Faccaro. An atypical Christmas concert, which will develop through pieces of Italian and international music. Info and reservations: tel. 333 476 5631 – e-mail: avis.fossano@libero.it.
Saturday 21st December, at 21.00, at the church of the Capuchin Friars, 27th Winter Concert, traditional performance of the CAI choir Albino Bonavita. Guests the female choir La Ginestra of Savona and the La Cevitou choir of Monterosso Grana. Free admission.
Sunday, December 22nd, 5 pm, at the Church of Sant’Antonio Abate in Via Marconi in Fossano, Classical FFM Orchestra in concert. Conducts Master Julius Kalmar. Free admission.
On Sunday December 15th, at 9pm, Harmònia and Sette Toni perform at the Church of San Filippo, Auguri in Coro. Free admission. See the programme.
ART AND CULTURE
From December 8th to January 6th, from
Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12pm and from 5pm to 7.30pm, and Saturday and
Sunday, from 9am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 7.30pm, to the church of San
Giovanni in Borgo Vecchio, Art at Christmas, exhibition of works of art, and
Exhibition of Nativity scenes made by the artist Elsa Pinta. Free admission.
Inauguration on Sunday 8th December at 4pm. Download the brochure of the Crib Exhibition.
On Thursday 12th December, at 21.00, in the Cathedral of Fossano, an evening of art, music and the Gospel entitled And the Word became flesh – Art and music tell the Word. The professor. Alessandro Cavo, professor of art at the Studio Teologico Interdiocesano, will propose a re-reading of the painting Adoration in the forest by Fra ‘Filippo di Tommaso, starting from which the deacon Paolo will propose a comment to the passage read during the Mass of Christmas day. All harmonized by the music and the singing of Voices outside the choir conducted by M. Roberto Beccaria. The appointment, promoted by the parishes of the historic centre (Duomo and San Filippo), is free. Download the programme.
ART AND CULTURE
From December 8th to January 6th, from
Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12pm and from 5pm to 7.30pm, and Saturday and Sunday,
from 9am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 7.30pm, to the church of San Giovanni in
Borgo Vecchio, Art at Christmas, exhibition of works of art, and Exhibition of
Nativity scenes made by the artist Elsa Pinta. Free admission. Opening on
Sunday 8th December at 4pm
Saturday, December 14th, 3.30 pm, at the Unitre headquarters in via Salita al Castello, La pittura del Natale è musica, colours and notes to penetrate the magical and authentic atmosphere of Christmas in the paintings. Presents Remigio Menarello.
Sunday 15th December, at the church of San Giovanni in Borgo Vecchio in Fossano, Local Craft Show. The stalls will be present all day starting at 9am. Free entry.
SHOPS AND MARKETS
Wednesday 11th and 18th December, all day, city market.
Special opening of the shops on Sundays from 1st to 22nd December.
Extraordinary market on Sunday 15th December, all day in Via Roma, and Sunday 22nd December, in Viale Alpi.
A FABULOUS AFTERNOON
Saturday 14th December, 4.15 pm, at the Castle of the Achaia, Un Natale di Racconti. A storyteller welcomes children with its magical Christmas stories. From his large suitcase, books, stories, stories and a mysterious package that looks like a gift come out! For children aged 3 to 8 years.
SPORT AND FUN
Sunday 22nd December sixth edition of
the Trail del Pescatore. There are two routes: a 10 km walk and a
free family run, competitive from 18 or 27 km. Info and registration: www.traildelpescatore.it
SOLIDARITY
At the Day Centre Il Mosaico in via San Bernardo 10, extraordinary opening of the workshops, exhibition of craft works and presentation of the exhibition” Io sono me” by Paolo Barge. Opening on Friday 13th December at 5.30pm. Opening on 14th and 15th December from 4.30pm to 7.00pm. Download the brochure.
On Sunday 15th December, at 3 pm, Living Nativity Scene presented by the boys and girls of the Monsignor Signori and Provvidenza di via Orfanotrofio. On the same date will also open the mechanical crib.
