Bernabo baths are open

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Debra Kolkka

It is great to see new business in Bagni di Lucca. The Bernabo baths in Ponte a Serraglio have been renovated and are now open to the public.

The first building was constructed in 1593 and the marble baths date from this time. The new company has done a great job renewing the interior and the beautiful old baths.

They offer an extensive range of treatments as well as thermal baths and stream grotto.

The terrace in front of the baths offers one of the best views in the area.

The baths are open Monday to Sunday from 8.30am until 7.00pm.

Via Bagni Caldi 34

Phone 0583 995383 or 331 171 9014 for information or an appointment.

http://www.bagnobernabo.it

bagnidiluccasrl@libero.it

Verdemura 2022

Posted on April 2, 2022 by Debra Kolkka

The wonderful Verdemura is happening on the Lucca wall this weekend. It started yesterday and continues today until 7.30pm and tomorrow from 9.00am until 7.30pm.

We went yesterday to find the usual excellent selection of plants, garden accessories, hand made items and food.

Tickets are on sale at the entrance and online…verdemura.it

Tickets are €10 or €8 for over 65s or children from 8 – 14.

Online tickets are €8 + €1 booking fee.

I hope the rain doesn’t ruin the event. We haven’t had rain for months, making it difficult for nurseries to get their plants growing and now it rains on their opportunity to sell them.

We found everything we were looking for…and much more.

A rainy day

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Debra Kolkka

After a month of sunny days we have rain. This is beautiful too and we need rain to help the soon to arrive spring growth.

It is also Valentine’s day with all the expected flowers and red hearts. Bar Italia is full of good things.

Happy Valentine’s Day in the rain.

Soffite in strada

Posted on January 30, 2022 by Debra Kolkka

The street market in La Villa was a much smaller event than usual. Instead of being held in the main street it was in the little market square, watched over by the two gentlemen on the monument.

There were treasures rescued from attics, clothing and hand made items on offer.

It is good to see things beginning to happen even if on a smaller scale.

Sunday Market

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Debra Kolkka

Don’t miss the antique and hand made market in La Villa this Sunday.

Ponte Christmas

Posted on December 12, 2021 by Debra Kolkka

On a cold and frosty afternoon Ponte a Serraglio was full of Christmas fun and frivolity.

Santa was there in a couple of forms.

Who doesn’t love a Christmas alpaca?

Fun for children.

Things to eat.

Happy faces.

Merry Christmas from Ponte a Serraglio. Thank you to the traders in Ponte a Serraglio for organising the Chrismas party.

Christmas fun

Posted on December 4, 2021 by Debra Kolkka

There are some fun events coming up in Bagni di Lucca in the next few weeks.

Other things in the area.

Santa at Bar Italia

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Debra Kolkka

Santa has arrived in his sleigh at Bar Italia in Ponte a Serraglio.

Sewing in Ponte a Serraglio

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Debra Kolkka

There is a small shop opposite the wonderful pre-loved emporium in Via Vittorio Emanuele in Ponte a Serraglio. For a small donation you are welcome to have small sewing jobs done, or get some help with your own sewing projects.

The very experienced Latifa is on hand with help and advice and there are sewing machines available for use.

When clothing items are donated to the Auser group some are past being wearable. In some cases the cloth is able to be used along with buttons and zips. The wonderful volunteers collect the usable pieces and put them to use to make new items.

They are making carry bags, other small items. There are also Christmas decorations available right now. Latifa is in the shop on Tuesday and Saturday to tell you all about what is on offer.

Tuesday…9.00 – 11.00

Saturday…15.00 – 17.30

Tractors on the move

Posted on November 14, 2021 by Debra Kolkka

I spotted tractors on the move from Fornoli and quickly grabbed my camera and crossed the bridge to wave them on. I’m not sure of the reason behind this event, but I like to think it might be a big thank you to farmers for growing our food. Where would we be without them???