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Useful resources about life in Florence, Italy, focusing on the international community.

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Celebrating internationalism at the International School of Florence

Students at the International School of Florence are taught to appreciate multiculturalism, a value reflected in the city's rich history.

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Learning for life starts at three years old. Build your child’s future through international education

At the International School of Siena children create natural connections by learning through play, while immersing in the English language.

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Talking basketball: a chat with Ron Rowan

A talk with the former player and current owner of Pistoia Basket 2000.

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ISF Community Service Day

Students at ISF are encouraged to give back, learning to be pillars of the community.

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Learning to fly in Florence

The city continues its winged tradition, from Leonardo to the Lindbergh Flying School and the Istituto di Scienze Militari Aeronautiche.

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A conversation with podcaster Fosca D’Acierno

A travel consultant's thoughts on overtourism and Italian reality TV.

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Pneuma Art Foundation creates community for emerging artists

The non-profit foundation seeks to foster new figurative artists through exhibitions, workshops, studio spaces and more.

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Interi and Museo de’ Medici present sculpture to Mayor Sara Funaro to mark flood anniversary

Artist Jean O'Reilly Barlow presented a piece to honour the occasion.

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Remembering Barbara Schleicher

A nostalgic look into the life of one of Florence’s most reputable art restorers (June 10, 1937 - October 7, 2024)

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Todo Modo transforms piazza Edison newsstand

The edicola Periodicō 11:11 opened its doors on October 21 in the Campo di Marte area.

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Power of perspective: Editor’s letter

Giving back and education are just two of the themes in the November issue of The Florentine.

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What to expect after your Italian citizenship 1948 court case?

If you are eligible to apply for the recognition of your Italian citizenship by descent, the next steps can be exciting and full of anticipation. While you may need to ...

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Francesco Lionetti celebrates 20 years of Luce

The fourth generation of the company continues Lionetti's leather work tradition.

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Meet Pamela Jarrett

The Greve-based American artist speaks to us about her life.

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A year in Florence, a Canadian viewpoint

Frances Boychuk reminisces on the Tuscan capital.

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Early Childhood Program at the International School of Florence 

For many people, early childhood can be summed up by the image of a curious and eager child staring into a pond to see the magical world of nature unfolding. ...

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Ellevate Her: from Florida to Florence

Empowering women through art, history + philanthropy

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60 years of Mani Tese

The charity promotes sustainability-centred initiatives.

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Ceremony for the 80th anniversary of the Allied Campaign in Northern Italy

A ceremony at the Florence American Cemetery in Impruneta pays tribute to fallen American service members.

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La CLIT: Let’s talk about sex

Free talks + body-safe sex toys

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Celebrating 15 years of Palazzo Tornabuoni

A diverse global community of successful leaders in industry, avid philanthropists and enthusiastic aesthetes in central Florence

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How ISF’s values enhance education and wellbeing

Ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

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La Petraia: A Tuscan garden with an English feel

English head gardener Will Smithson shows us around the "garden rooms" at this Chianti property.

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