CINEMA/50 Days of Cinema
Until December 14
Most shows at Odeon Cinema, piazza Strozzi, Florence
A world of film, the world on film. For 2014, the theme of this festival of film festivals is ‘The Future,’ so look for feature films, documentaries, shorts and more from young directors or focused on the young as well as on environmental protection, the world’s resources, promotion of culture and respect for diversity. See p. 8 this issue and see full programme, see www.50giornidicinema.it.
MULTICULTURAL/Colors
Every Thursday evening in November
Ristorante Quinoa, piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore 1, Florence
During the month of November, four musical evenings highlighting the work of international musicians living in Italy promote diversity and multicultural music. The programme includes music from Fabio Morgera, Michele Papadia with ‘Afrocentradelic’ and the band Two Pisces in Alto Mare. See theflr.net/colors for more information.
TOUR/ #CrazyforPazzi tour
November 26, 6.15-7.30pm, free
Basilica di Santa Croce, piazza Santa Croce, Florence
Who were the Pazzi family and why is their chapel special? Learn about the history of this architectural landmark and about the restoration scheduled for its portico, for which Santa Croce will be running a Kickstarter campaign. 15-minute slots at 6.15, 6.30, 6.45, 7 and 7.15pm, alternating English and Italian. Limited space available. Sign up required at santacroce-nov26.eventbrite.it.
SNOW/ Toscana Winter Park
November 7, 2014–March 1, 2015
Obihall, Lungarno Aldo Moro, Florence
As winter descends on Florence, bundle up and enjoy skiing, ice skating and tobogganing on the banks of the Arno. After schussing down the piste or executing toe loops on the ice rink, indulge in some après-ski at the bars, enjoy a hearty meal at the restaurant or join in the many children’s activities.
BODY ART/Florence Tattoo Convention
November 7–9
Fortezza da Basso, Florence
More than 300 world-renowned tattoo artists convene in Florence for three ink-filled days. You may never see such intricate body art again—or indeed so much of it. Along with learning about a variety of tattooing methods, artists and visitors will learn how to build an American-style sketch book at the Bill Loika seminar. See page 14 this issue and www.florencetattooconvention.com.
DELICIOUS/ Tasting Tuscany
November 10–30
Various locations in Florence
This year’s Biennale Enogastronomica Fiorentina includes ‘Un Piatto Tipico al Ristorante,’ where restaurants each produce one signature dish; a special ice-cream flavour created for the event; an exhibition of food-related sculptures from artist Antonio Lo Pinto; film screenings; and more. For the full schedule, see www.biennaleenogastronomica.it.
MODERN/Contemporary courtyard
Until January 25, 2015
Palazzo Strozzi courtyard, Florence
The courtyard of the Strozzi becomes an ‘open-sir studio’ for artists Franco Menicagli, the group Kinkaleri, the duo Bianco-Valente and CHERYL, a collective from New York, and the four resulting site-specific installations offer an opportunity to experience the courtyard space in a fresh, dynamic way. See www.palazzostrozzi.org for information.
BAROQUE/Santo Stefano concerts
November 13–16
Church of Santo Stefano al Ponte, piazza di Santo Stefano 1, Florence
Travel back to the Baroque era with four concerts in the beautiful acoustics of the church of Santo Stefano. The Orchestra and Choir of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino presents a selection ranging from Handel’s Concert Grosso in F Major to Vivaldi’s symphony Il Bajazet. Single tickets or 45 euro for all four concerts. See www.operadifirenze.it for information.
RUN/Firenze Marathon
November 30
9.15am start, lungarno Pecori Giraldi, Florence
The annual Florence marathon, celebrating its 31st year, promises to be bigger and better than ever, so don’t dawdle: sign up soon for the race of a lifetime through the historic city. With a children’s course, the Ginky Family Run, and MarathonAbile, a race for wheelchair users, everyone can participate. Information at www.firenzemarathon.it.
INSTAMEET/ #CrazyforPazzi Instameet
November 29, 10.30am, free for Instagram users
Basilica di Santa Croce, piazza Santa Croce, Florence
A special photographic visit to Santa Croce and the Pazzi chapel organised by @TheFlorentine, @SantaCroceOpera and @IgersFirenze, with the media partnership of @IgersToscana. This free one-hour tour (entry ticket included) is only open to active Instagram users. Sign up at crazyforpazzi-nov29.eventbrite.it.
