Borgo degli Artisti

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

At 5.00pm on Sunday 18th August the Borgo degli Artisti with celebrate the opening of the exhibit of local painters and sculptors. It will be held at the home of Borgo degli Artisti at Via Serraglia 7, Ponte a Serraglio. It is near the bridge at Ponte a Serraglio.

This is the first exhibition after a 6 year break.

The exhibition will run from 19th – 24th August, 5.00pm until 8.00pm each day.

Work will be shown by about 30 local painters and sculptors including Jenny McIntosh, Deenagh Miller, Dr Vito Valentino, who has always nourished his passion for art, Albert Beach, Gilberto Malerbi, Giuseppe Zago and more.

Borgo degli Artisti is a group formed to organise and promote artistic activities in Bagni di Lucca. It is great to see that they are back at work.

Things to see and do

Opera program

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Here are the details for the evening of opera in Montefegatesi Tuesday 13th August.

It looks like a wonderful evening coming up.

The moon and Villa Web

Posted on August 10, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Don’t miss this tonight! Villa Web is a wonderful place to be in the evening.

Wild West fun

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

It was a fun night in Montefegatesi judging from the photos.

It is great to see people enjoying lovely summer nights.

Even the clean up the next morning looked like fun.

Well done Montefegatesi!

Texas Tacos

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Montefegatesi Wild West festival is happening tomorrow, 6th August. Come along for Texas Tacos courtesy of Montefatesi resident Mateo, along with beer and street food…and a DJ to add to the fun.

Call 3389472692 or 3383427848 for more information.

A night of opera in Montefegatesi

Posted on August 4, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Join Mateo and friends for an unforgettable evening of opera at the historic Teatro Ermete Zacconi in Montefegatesi on Tuesday, 13th August at 9.00pm. (The poster says Wednesday, but it is Tuesday 13th)

Experience the Timeless Music of Lucca’s Finest.

Enjoy the iconic works of Giacomo Puccini, Alfredo Catalani and other renowned musicians from Lucca. This free event is a must-attend for opera lovers of all ages.

Support a great cause.

Donations from the evening will benefit the local Red Cross, so come and indulge in the beauty of opera while giving back to the community.

Call Lucca Lanini…3356770448 for more information.

La Ninfa Hotel opens

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Debra Kolkka

Ponte a Serraglio is delighted to see the reopening, after months of renovations, of the Hotel Corona with a new name, La Ninfa. The hotel has had an excellent upgrade and is ready to welcome visitors.

Bagni di Lucca, La Ninfa Hotel, Ponte a Serraglio

A small sample of the newly decorated rooms.

The terrace beside the river will be a great place to sit to enjoy the view.

Aperitivo will be fun in this lovely setting.

Local residents are welcome to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, come for aperitivo and admire the stunning view from the terrace. I wish La Nifna a bright future.