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The Giving Back Issue: Editor’s letter

This November, we celebrate Florence's volunteers and charities.

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Thanksgiving in Florence 2023

Where to give thanks this November 23 in Florence.

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Pink October in Florence 2023

Fundraising, free checks, and awareness across Florence.

COMMUNITY

Pieces of peace: Editor’s letter

Art season has just begun in Florence —and it's epic.

COMMUNITY

Florence welcomes a new U.S. Consul General

Daniela Ballard most recently served as the Deputy Office Director of the European Bureau’s Office of European Union and Regional Affairs.

THINGS TO DO

ABC, aka Alice’s Book Club

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

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Dreams are the answer: Editor’s letter

This month’s cover is by Inna Morozova, whose oneiric illustration comes ahead of World Dream Day on September 25 and her exhibition at Hotel Savoy.

THINGS TO DO

Where to celebrate American Independence Day in Florence

Parties, dinners and dancing for the Fourth of July.

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Celebrating the 247th American Independence Day

US Consul General Ragini Gupta reflects on the significance of the 247th American Independence Day at the end of her mandate in Florence.

COMMUNITY

Float through the summer: Editor’s letter

This month’s cover comes from Prato-based illustrator Lorenzo D’Alessandro, whose whimsical doodles have been featured in the New Yorker.

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Built to last: Editor’s letter

Developments at Sant'Orsola, Pride Month and summer events are front and centre of the June issue of The Florentine.

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300 issues young: editor’s letter

This May edition is the 300th issue of The Florentine as we embrace the spring with all its events.

COMMUNITY

Meet the new French Consul, Guillaume Rousson

Language learning and promoting French culture are the mission at the French Institute in Florence

COMMUNITY

AILO Donation Day 2023

Nine charities receive financial assistance from the American International League of Florence.

COMMUNITY

Morning retreats with Elia Nichols and Gianna Vallefuoco

Celebrate spring in Florence with a focus on mindfulness, neuroscience and how we present ourselves to others

COMMUNITY

Life lessons: editor’s letter

This April issue shines a light on study abroad, opening with Marco Badiani’s cover photo, which captures the aloneness and togetherness.

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When everything blossoms: Editor’s letter

The March issue of The Florentine concentrates on all things nature as well as spotlighting the inspiring women of Florence.

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Digital nomad community Boundless Life expands to Tuscany

Coworking, schooling and fully furnished apartments welcome remote workers to Pistoia, Tuscany.

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Coming soon: Editor’s letter

Our January issue looks at the year ahead and focuses on inspiring individuals to help you move to Florence.

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Forgive us our trespassing: Editor’s letter

Christmas markets, mulled wine and satirical exhibitions, such as Banksy, are plentiful this December in Florence.

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The Essence of Florence fundraiser for The Florence Academy of Art

The Essence of Florence gala evening continues to raise funds for The Florence Academy of Art.

THINGS TO DO

Florence Vintage Market raises funds for FILE

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

NEWS

Scuola Leonardo da Vinci wins international prize as Best Italian Language School in Italy

An Italian language school in Florence has been awarded as the best place to learn the language. Find out more.

COMMUNITY

Artemisia up close: editor’s letter

The November issue of The Florentine leads with an exclusive art cover story as readers can visit Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Allegory of Inclination", which is undergoing restoration at Casa Buonarroti.

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