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Free Lecture Series - Venice, its art, culture, tradition
by Mama LaGuardia 20 May '11

20 May '11

ITALIAN CENTER OF THE WEST The Sister City relationship, Torino & Salt Lake City &Utah's Former Vice Consul of Italy Dr. Giovanni G. MascheroPresent a Free Lecture Series Alessandro Galvani Venice, its art, culture, tradition Monday May 23, 2011 Time 6:30 pm451 STATE St. - Room 335Salt Lake City, UT 84111Please Use The EAST entrance"A city four times older than us: Venice, its art, culture, tradition (and 1600 years of history)" Instructor Galvani an Italian Historic tour guide of private clients groupsUniversity of Utah,Università di Bologna, Provincia di Milano – Direzione Centrale Affari Sociali, Regione Lombardia Direzione Generale Istruzione, Fondo Sociale Europeo The amazing city that has historically nurtured all the arts and so many of our greatest artists.Venice is one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, due to the city's being one of the world's greatest and most beautiful cities of art. Tourism has been a major sector of Venetian industry since the 18th century, when it was a major center for the grand tour, due to its beautiful cityscape, uniqueness, and rich musical and artistic cultural heritage. In the 19th century, it became a fashionable centre for the rich and famous, often staying or dining at luxury establishments such as the Danieli Hotel and the Caffè Florian. It continued being a fashionable city in vogue right into the early 20th century. In the 1980s, the Carnival of Venice was revived and the city has become a major centre of international conferences and festivals, such as the prestigious Venice Biennale and the Venice Film Festival, which attract visitors from all over the world for their theatrical, cultural, cinematic, artistic, and musical productions. Come experience Venice through a slideshow and presentation.Public is welcome, no admission fee.Refreshments RSVP ph 801-364-8259The Italian Center is grateful for partial funds by the ZAP tax program Salt Lake County

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VOLUNTEER FOR THE LIVING TRADITIONS BOCCE BALL!
by Mama LaGuardia 05 May '11

05 May '11

May 20, 21, 22, 2011VOLUNTEER FOR THE LIVING TRADITIONS BOCCE BALL! Call Jim Webster, 949-7291 (cell). The Salt Lake City Arts Council’s is proud to present the annual Living Traditions Festival, a celebration of authentic and traditional folk and ethnic arts. Living Traditions brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to honor cultural traditions and diversity within our beautiful city. Local ethnic artists—craftspeople, dancers, musicians, and chefs—provide the framework for the Living Traditions Festival. They teach us about techniques, styles, tools and materials used in their respective art forms, many of which are centuries old. Featured guests artists contribute to the festival experience by presenting musical styles that are not necessarily indigenous to Salt Lake but enhance the overall celebration. By preserving the cultural traditions in every community, we are grateful for the contributions that artists make to our sense of place and our understanding of cultural experiences. This year as we celebrating cultural diversity, we once again invite you to enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Living Traditions Festival. We hope you experience—in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding—the various cultures that contribute to the cultural depth of Salt Lake City. BOCCE BALL AT LIVING TRADITIONS Bocce, ancient sport introduced to the Romans by the Greeks, is taking root in American sports culture. It was played everywhere, from churches and castles to city streets. People from all walks of life could play the game; young and old, men and women. Bocce became so popular in Italy that it was once threatened with prohibition because people who played games in the streets were hitting the knees of passing noblemen with bocce balls. This ancient game, whose modern adaptation most closely resembles bowling and is played around Europe and also on other continents with Italian immigrants, including Australia and North and South America, requires skill, strategy and just a little luck. Members of the Utah Bocce Association set up the courts at Living Traditions and provide instruction in the game throughout the festival. Bocce ball courts, operated by the Utah Bocce Association, are located on the northwest lawn of the Salt Lake City & County Building. Hours: Friday evening 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Location: Washington Square, Salt Lake City & County Building, 450 South 200 East Location Map FREE Admission

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FW: Bocce
by Mama LaGuardia 05 May '11

05 May '11

Hoping you could pass some information out to the fine italian folks about Bocce for the summer. Attached is the flyer for the Thursday night Bocce series starting Thursday, May 19th @ the Pioneer park Bocce courts. We will be playing every Thursday night at the park throughout the summer. We will have at least 2 courts in play. All are welcome to come and play. More info. find our Facebook page-Bocce Society of Salt Lake City. The page also contains tournament and league information throughout the year. Jim Webster and myself are also looking for any volunteers that might be intereted in helping teach the game of Bocce to the public and the annual Living Traditions Festival on May 20th-22nd. They can email me at peppingj(a)gmail.com or call me at (801) 865-4850 Thanks for your help. Sincerely, Johnny Peppinger

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