Jane Farrell

    With a background in literature, film, and classical civilisation, Jane moved from Ireland to Sicily for what was intended to be a brief stint teaching English, travel writing, and learning Italian. The love affair with Italy was unbreakable and led to making a permanent home in Florence. Always journalistically inclined, she writes about culture and community in Florence.

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    ART + CULTURE

    New layout of the medals and Baroque rooms at the Bargello Museum

    The spaces spotlight the Lorraine Medici medal collection, with Baroque sculptures showcased.

    FOOD + WINE

    Travel-inspired TÅG bistro to open at the HZERO train museum

    An international and locomotive-inspired bistro in piazza degli Ottaviani.

    THINGS TO DO

    Olivo Barbieri’s ‘Pensieri Diversi’ at Villa Bardini

    50 works take a new look at familiar settings.

    ART + CULTURE

    Multi-sensory experiences at Keil Space reawaken advanced art

    A 500-square meter environment by British artist Sam Keil.

    COMMUNITY

    Art meets medicine with Duncan Geddes

    The Professor of Medicine gives entertaining talks taking a medical perspective on paintings.

    THINGS TO DO

    Alphonse Mucha’s ‘The Seduction of Art Nouveau’ at Museo degli Innocenti

    Works by the influential art nouveau artist come to the historic setting.

    ART + CULTURE

    Bret Easton Ellis in Florence to present his latest novel

    La Città dei Lettori hosts the author at Teatro della Pergola on October 18.

    THINGS TO DO

    Nathaniel Mary Quinn’s ‘Split Face’ at Museo Stefano Bardini

    Museo Stefano Bardini and Museo Novecento host works by the Chicago-born artist until March 11.

    THINGS TO DO

    Depero’s ‘Cavalcata Fantastica’ at Palazzo Medici Riccardi

    The colourful, joyful and geometric works marry art, advertising, design and architecture.

    THINGS TO DO

    Cecily Brown ‘Temptations, Torments, Trials and Tribulations’

    Museo Novecento and Palazzo Vecchio host works by the renowned artist until February 4.

    THINGS TO DO

    Florence Biennale brings 600-plus international artists to the city

    Lifetime achievement awards will be presented to David LaChapelle and Santiago Calatrava.

    COMMUNITY

    Trisomia 21: support for Down syndrome

    The charity works to support children and adults with Down syndrome and their families.

    THINGS TO DO

    Non-gender-specific toy shop opens in the Oltrarno

    LíLá Toys goes beyond the usual commercial offering.

    THINGS TO DO

    ABC, aka Alice’s Book Club

    A bilingual book club, wine painting and a kids' book exchange begin this October.

    ART + CULTURE

    A part yet apart: Liu Bolin ‘Hiding in Florence’

    The internationally renowned artist 'disappears' in front of famous Florentine monuments.

    COMMUNITY

    CoWork-It Mamma: childcare meets coworking for mothers

    International mums can now co-work while making sure their children are kept safe and entertained.

    COMMUNITY

    Florence Book Club: finding fellow readers

    The Florence Book Club promises good reads, interesting conversation and new friendships.

    COMMUNITY

    La Compagnia di Babbo Natale: Santas spreading sunshine

    Find out about the charitable endeavours of La Compagnia di Babbo Natale, a foundation helping those in need.

    THINGS TO DO

    American International League of Florence Christmas Bazaar

    The American International League of Florence hosts their annual charity Christmas market on December 7 and 8.

    THINGS TO DO

    Inside Banksy: Unauthorized Exhibition opens at Cattedrale dell’Immagine

    Banksyphiles will gravitate towards this unforgettable show.

    THINGS TO DO

    Florence Vintage Market raises funds for FILE

    President of FILE, Livia Sanminiatelli Branca, gives insight into the charity and fundraising event.

    THINGS TO DO

    Forward-thinking film: Lo Schermo dell’Arte

    Director and co-founder Silvia Lucchesi shares more about the thought-provoking screenings.

    THINGS TO DO

    Shop vintage clothes at Tee-Pee

    The Tee-Pee vintage shop in Florence is packed with vintage clothing and with personality.

    ART + CULTURE

    GADA Playhouse for Contemporary Arts

    The Gli Amici di Aurora (GADA) Playhouse in Florence is a creative hub for contemporary arts.

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