Borgo degli Artisti exhibition

The inauguration of the first art exhibition at the newly regrouped Borgo degli Artisti was well attended. People spilled out onto the bridge on Sunday afternoon to see the work of local artists. It was great to see many familiar faces along with new people.

People were clearly enjoying themselves inside the gallery.

I wish I had been there to see the art up close.

Thank you to AnnBeth and Rita Gualtiera for the photos.

It is excellent to see the Borgo degli Artisti up and running again.

The exhibition continues until 24th August…5.00pm until 8.00pm each day.

Bridge flowers

I have been planting the flowers on the bridge in Ponte a Serraglio for many years. I love to see the bridge looking colourful and cheerful.

Keeping the flowers alive over the summer when I am back in Australia has been an ongoing problem. This year there has been a change. My lovely neighbours, Roberto and Donna have put a tap close to the bridge making it easier to water the flowers. Previously I had to carry watering cans from my apartment.

And this summer the flowers have someone to water and take care of them. A huge thank you to Peter Miller! The flowers are thriving and looking great.

Here he is in action.

I hope Peter will be around again next summer.

Here is a fabulous photo taken by Charmaine Birkett Botha of the flowers and the gorgeous view from the bridge.

Borgo degli Artisti

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.

A night of opera in Montefegatesi

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.