ASTI - PALAZZO MAZZETTI April 11th (Inauguration) - From April 12th to September 28th “ASTI NEL SEICENTO. ARTISTI E COMMITTENTI IN UNA CITTÀ DI FRONTIERA". The exhibition is an exposition-dossier, born from the cooperation between Palazzo Mazzetti and the University of Turin. It displays works of art by local artists as well as by Italian artists ( as for example P.Paolini from Lucca or A. Pozzo), related to outstanding figures, who commissioned the pieces. An in-depth analysis will be dedicated to the works of art from Lombardy and Genoa, surveyed in the research and linked to the events of religious and political history, as well as to commercial traffic that made the province of Asti a crossroads, essential to understand the interferences among Piedmont, Liguria and Lombardy. Opening times: Tue-Sun 10.30am - 7.30pm (the ticket office closes at 6.30pm) Info: Palazzo Mazzetti +39 0141 530403 www.palazzomazzetti.it ASTI - FONDAZIONE GUGLIELMINETTI Until May 3rd “IMMAGINARIO E RIVELAZIONE. OPERE DALLE COLLEZIONI DELLA FONDAZIONE EUGENIO GUGLIELMINETTI” The Exhibition is dedicated to the “dream” between ontological thinking and surrealistic vision. Opening times: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4.30-6.30pm. Info: +39 0141 095801 www.comune.asti.it CERRETO D’ASTI April 21st MUSEO ARTE CERRETO “DIPINTI E FOTOGRAFIE” Two important exhibitions recently inaugurated: the one regarding painting on bark by G. Agostino and an exhibit of photography by E. Ruggeri entitled “Un giorno alla Fiera”. Opening times: Mo-Sa 9am-1pm, in the afternoon and on Sundays by reservation; Municipality +39 0141 996073 +39 335 8194784 PIEA - CASTLE Until may 1st V° EDITION “IL NARCISO INCANTATO” “Il Narciso Incantato” is continuing in the park of Piea castle: the spectacular blooming of more than 40,000 bulbous flowers, not only narcissus but also tulips, hyacinths, fritillaries and alliums in a blaze of colors and fragrance. An appointment not to be missed for those people who love beauty and nature. Opportunity of visiting the splendid rooms of the castle and the imposing Murano chandeliers. Opening times: on working days 2.30pm - 7pm; on Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am-7pm. Info: Castle +39 0141 901641 www.castellodipiea.com VIGLIANO D’ASTI - CENTRO SPORTIVO “G.B. CONTI” VIA BOGLIETTO Until October 2014 VIGLIANOTTERA: LA BALENOTTERA DELLE SABBIE PLIOCENICHE DI VALMONTASCA Interesting visit to the exhibition dedicated to the fin whale, the fossil found in Vigliano in 1959 and to the discovery location in Valmontasca, site of Special Scientific Interest (free admission). Visits for group and single people by appointment, but open on 13th from 10am to 6pm during the Festa dell’Amicizia. Info: +39 0141 951283 (meal time) www.prolocovigliano.it ASTI - TEATRO ALFIERI Until May 15th Theatre Season 2013/2014 Regarding Prose we highlight on 17th “Pinocchio”, the famous wooden puppet, protagonist of the novel written by Collodi and adapted by Ugo Chiti. Regarding the Song Theatre “L’amor no Bussa” with C. Conte and A. Fullin. Regarding Dance on 5th the Balletto Teatro Torino will enchant the audience with “Studio per Antigone”, that is the rebellion against the power ( off subscription). Regarding Parole d’Artista on 8th at Teatro Alfieri “l’Origine del Mondo” (Ritratto di un interno) by L. Calamaro that received three Ubu awards in 2012. The shows start at 9pm. Info: Teatro Alfieri - ticket office +39 0141 399057-40 +39 3207916810 www.comune.asti.it/pagina800_teatro-alfieri.html; a.macinante@comune.asti.it ASTI - TEATRO ALFIERI April 12th “I MATTINI PASSANO CHIARI” Multimedia show based on the last night lived by C. Pavese and performed for the first time at the Pavese Festival 2013: written and directed by A. Bertoli with F. Pasciuta and B. Forlai, original music played by B. Giampà and with the students/apprentices of IPSIA/Castigliano. Shows at 7.30pm-9pm-10.30pm. Info: +39 366 3926785 +39 0141 399057-040 www.comune.asti.it MONCALVO Until April 12th THEATRE SEASON 2013/2014 Last appointment on Saturday 12th with “Lazzaro, vieni fuori” written and directed by P. Delfino with M. Li Santi e M. Rabino and “Il Sostegno della Rugiada” by P. Delfino with M. Li Santi and S. Nosenzo. The tenacity and intensity of a dream and a delusion offer a way of escape from a dehumanizing and intolerable reality. The show start at 9pm. Info: Arte&Tecnica +39 0141 31383 www.arte-e-tecnica.it; segreteria@arte-e-tecnica.it

ART AND EXHIBITIONS

THEATRE SEASONS 2013/2014

NIZZA MONFERRATO Until April 11th THEATRE SEASON 2013/2014 On Thursday 3rd at 9pm the new show “El Cico latino” by Trelilu, with their irresistible comedy and their musical world. On Friday 11th at 9pm last appointment of the season at Foro Boario in Piazza Garibaldi: “I-Sketch” with Lillo and Greg entertaining the audience. Booking: La Via Maestra, Via Pistone 77 Nizza Monferrato +39 0141 727523. Info: Arte&Tecnica +39 0141 31383 www.arte-e-tecnica.it; segreteria@arte-e-tecnica.it SAN DAMIANO D’ASTI THEATRE SEASON 2013/2014 “PALCOSCENICO - COLLINE ALFIERI A TEATRO” “The stage curtains uncover time, history, pleasure, serenity and friendship” is the subtitle of the theatre festival in San Damiano proposing on Thursday 10th at 9pm at Teatro Lux the vernacular theatre “Tant o r’e fòl” by the company “Il nostro Teatro di Sinio” directed by Oscar Barile. The history of Ugo, who represents diversity inserted in a world, modern but not ready to accept him. Info: Comune - Assessorato Cultura +39 0141 975056 ASTI - TEATRO ALFIERI and SALA PASTRONE Until April 30th “IL SOGNO E LA VISIONE” – Tribute to FEDERICO FELLINI After the interesting exhibition of the drawings made by the great film director (20 years after his death), based on the book “Il Libro dei Sogni”, the film projection continues: on Wednesday 2nd at Teatro Alfieri “81/2”, history of a film director with an existential and artistic crisis. On Wednesday 9th at the Sala Pastrone “Nine” by R. Marshall. On 16th at Teatro Alfieri “Amarcord” depicts a revisited and rebuilt Rimini in the early 1930s. On 23rd the documentary film “Seguendo la nave di Fellini” by F. Castronovo, who was for more than 10 years the director’s collaborator. Last appointment on 30th: projecton of “La Grande Bellezza”, the Academy Award-winning film, depicting a fresco of a hedonist and ephemerous Rome. The shows start at 9pm. Info: Teatro Alfieri-SalaPastrone ticket office +39 0141 399 057 www.comune.asti.it/pagina734_cinema.html; info@circolovertigo.it ASTI - SALA PASTRONE RASSEGNA CINEMATOGRAFICA “IL TE’ DELLE CINQUE” Last appointment in April with french art films preceded at 5pm by tea and biscuits: on Friday 4th the comedy movie “Quando meno te lo aspetti” directed by Agnes Jaoui. Info: +39 0141 399057 www.comune.asti.it ASTI - Sala Pastrone Until April 29th RASSEGNA CINEMATOGRAFICA “UNO NESSUNO E CENTOMILA, LE STORIE INFINITE DEL CINEMA CONTEMPORANEO” On Tuesdays the film festival Vertigo proposes the best production of the contemporary international motion-picture industry. Here are the appointments in April with a piece of news: double projection at 5.30pm and 9.15pm. On April 1st “To the wonder” by Terrence Malick, on 8th “Un castello in Italia” by V. Bruni Tedeschi, on 15th “Passioni e desideri” by F. Meirelles, on 22nd “Il passato” by Farhadi and on 29th “Gloria” by S. Lelio. Info: Teatro Alfieri ticket office +39 0141 399057 ASTI - ARCHIVIO DI STATO April 4th Opera “IL CANTO NELLE VIE DELL’AMORE” An evening of “great French music” for those people who love Debussy, Fauré, Poulenc with the soprano E. Bakanova, R. Mascolo at the piano and E.Savina reciter. Free entrance while seats last. Info: +39 0141 531229 +39 0141 538057 +39 3349380800 www.archiviodistatoasti.beniculturali.it ASTI - ARCHIVIO DI STATO - SALA DEL CORO “BENEDETTO ALFIERI” April 12th “UN GIARDINO PER L’ARMONIA” “Caro, amato jazz…” the quartet with L. Minguzzi & Co. will entertain the lovers of this music genre on 12th at 9.15pm Info: Circolo Filarmonico Astigiano +39 0141 538057 +39 346 5761400 www.filarmonicoastigiano.it NIZZA MONFERRATO April 26th VISIONARIA Last appointment for this music festival with the concert of F. Concato “Quel sole ce l’hai dentro il cuore…”; special guest the actress C. Gamba ( prologue and epilogue). After the show wine and local food specialties will be offered to the audience. Info: Cristina Calzature P.za Garibaldi 72 +39 0141 702708; Tourist information office at Foro Boario - P.za Garibaldi 80 +39 0141 727516

CULTURAL EVENTS - MUSIC

THEATRE SEASONS 2013/2014

CULTURAL EVENTS - CINEMA

FOOD AND WINE FESTIVALS

ASTI - SOCIETA’ DI STUDI ASTESI Until May 24th (for the first semester) On Thursday 10th at the Archivio Storico Comunale in Via Cardinal Massaia 5, G. Donato gives the lecture “tra Asti, Alba and Genova. Le torri, il Palio, la cultura urbana”. On Saturday 13th at the Centro Congressi in Isola d’Asti presentation of the conferences regarding the figures of Govone and Brofferio that the Società di Studi Astesi organized with the Municipalities of Isola d’Asti and Castelnuovo Calcea. On Thursday 18th at the Archivio Storico Comunale P. Monticone and D. Nebiolo in cooperation with Teatro degli Acerbi talk about the drama “Luisa d’Ast” with the reading of some passages. The shows start at 5pm. Info: Società di Studi Astesi (Archivio Storico Comunale) www.studiastesi.it; info@studiastesi.it ALBUGNANO - RECTORY OF THE VEZZOLANO ABBEY April 12th 6th WEEK OF THE ROMANESQUE ART IN THE PROVINCE OF ASTI On Saturday 12th at 3pm in the prestigious Abbey of Vezzolano book launch “Ritorni a Santa Maria di Vezzolano” by A. Settia. At 5pm a concert of Gregorian chants on Palm Sunday in honour of Madonna is on schedule. Refreshments offered by the producers of Albugnano wine. Info: Vezzolano +39 011 9920607

ASTI - MUSEI CIVICI Until June 15th IN MUSEO CON MAMMA E PAPA’ On weekends the museum system of Asti organizes a series of amusing and instructive appointments for children and parents. On Sunday 20th at 3.30pm children can take part in a fantastic “egg hunting” with the cooperation of Palazzo Mazzetti (civic Museum), the Museum and Crypt of Sant’Anastasio and the Museo del Risorgimento. On Saturday 26th at 11am and on Sunday 27th at 3.30pm appointment at the Complex of San Pietro in Consavia – Archaeological Museum with “Le ceramiche del Museo”. Information and booking: +39 0141 530403 www.palazzomazzetti.it; info@palazzomazzetti.it

ASTI - FRAZIONE CASTIGLIONE April 27th FRITTATA IN PASSEGGIATA The preparation of omelettes after Easter is the traditional end of “Cantè j’euv”, the collection of eggs accompanied by Easter songs, a tradition still alive in Castiglione d’Asti during the Lent period. The afternoon begins with a “long” walk in the woods towards Portacomaro or with a “short” one accompanied by herbalists explaining the properties of medicinal herbs. At 5pm afternoon snack with omelettes made with wild herbs, spring onions and potatoes. Folk music is also on schedule. Info: Pro Loco Association +39 0141 206061 +39 339 7815167 www.castiglioneasti.it COSTIGLIOLE D’ASTI - CASTLE April 11th-12th-13th CAKE DECORATING CONTEST For those who love cake decorating an appointment not to be missed at the Castle of Costigliole d’Asti where the National Cake Decorating Contest “Il Barocco” is held. New cake decorations, inspired by the Baroque will be created and exhibited. The participants can be amateurs, professionals and schools. On Friday 11th presentations, adjustments and exhibition of the works. The cakes will be judged by experts and internationally renowned confectioners. Opening times: 11am-1pm/3pm-7pm. Info: +39 347 5311534 Del Trotti Alessandro www.comune.costigliole.at.it; costigliole.cultura@gmail.com; conpaitpiemonte@libero.it GRANA April 5th and 6th WEEKEND ENOGASTRONOMICI 2014 Last “tasty” appointment for this spring edition taking place on Saturday 5th at 8.30pm and on Sunday 6th at 12.30pm. The fish-based menu will be served at the headquarter of the Pro Loco Association. Info: +39 0141 92694 +39 338 3674563 www.comune.grana.at.it; proloco@comune.grana.at.it VAL RILATE - INVITO A CENA IN VAL RILATE Until May 24th The food festival continues, an unmissable “tasty” event on April 12th in Piea. Info: www.valrilateinrete.it/eventi.htm VILLA SAN SECONDO April 5th and 6th GRAN FRITTO MISTO ALLA VILLESE Double appointment with Monferrato specialties on Saturday evening and on Sunday for lunch at the headquarter of the Pro Loco Association. Info: Pro-Loco +39 338 3100242 +39 349 1770233 www.prolocovillasansecondo.it

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COMUNITÀ DELLE COLLINE “TRA LANGA E MONFERRATO” BARBERA IL GUSTO DEL TERRITORIO - I Castelli della Barbera – Until May 5th For those people who love the wine and the region between Langa and Monferrato, an appointment to discover the Barbera wine: on 26th and 27th in Costigliole d’Asti, on April 30th and May 1st in Montegrosso d’Asti, on May 1st in Coazzolo, on May 3rd and 4th in Castagnole delle Lanze. Info: Comunità delle Colline “Tra Langa e Monferrato” +39 0141 961850 info@langamonferrato.it

BUBBIO April 26th-27th POLENTONE – 95th EDITION The legend tells the story of a group of poor, hungry and tired tinkers that reached Bubbio and were helped by the Lord of the manor, who offered them maize flour. The “magnin” (tinkers) cooked an enormous Polenta in the square and ate it with the inhabitants of the village, who were equally starving due to famine. Each year the inhabitants of Bubbio re-enact the event: the Lords with the courtiers, armigers and drummers leave the castle; sacks of flour are loaded on the carts surrounded by tinkers and cheerful people; the parade winds through the village and reaches the square where in a huge copper pot the polenta is cooked and served with sausages, mushroom sauce and an inviting onion omelette. On 26th , the previous evening, the Serata del Borgo Antico recreates the atmosphere and flavours of ancient times. Info and program: www.comune.bubbio.at.it ASTI - FRAZIONE CASTIGLIONE Until April 15th CANTÈ J’EUV Before Easter a group of cantors to the sound of accordion, trumpet and bass performs old nursery rhymes praising the spring arrival. A secular invocation to wish wealth, health and fortune for people living in the house. The eggs given as gift will be eaten on the first Sunday after Easter. Info: Pro Loco Association +39 0141 206061-209 +39 339 7815167 www.castiglioneasti.it VIGLIANO D’ASTI From April 2nd to 16th CANTÈ J’EUV A VIAN April 25th CANTUMA J’EUV A VIAN From home to home, from farmhouse to farmhouse, Cantè J’Euv continues before Easter. On April 25th ,in the evening, the celebration of the traditional egg-collecting takes place with the participation of groups of cantors coming from different villages of the province. Food service by the Pro Loco Associations accompanying the musical groups. Info: +39 0141 951283 (meal time) +39 347 2740315 www.prolocodivigliano.it ASTI April 6th SPRING FAIR As usual the town hosts hundreds of colourful stalls on the first Sunday of April. Other initiatives and entertainment are on schedule too. Info: www.comune.asti.it ASTI - PIAZZALE DE ANDRE’ April 5th-6th ASTI FLORUM Second edition of the event dedicated to plants, flowers, decorations and accessories for gardening, taking place in Piazzale De Andrè. Info: Confesercenti Asti +39 0141 592640 www.procom-online.it; direzione@confesercenti.at.it ASTI - PALAZZO DELL’ENOFILA April 30th-May 11st 62°FIERA REGIONALE CITTA’ DI ASTI - 2° EDITION ASTIEXPO FIERA del BENESSERE FISICO e ALIMENTARE The event is focused on sport, well-being, food and wine. A journey through the concept of well-being with changes due to fashion, habits, traditions. All aspects of well-being will be considered; from home construction (sustainable architecture and building materials, renewable energy) to comfortable furnishings that respect nature. Workshops on May 8th and 9th. Baby parking and sport activities for children especially on May 1st. During the event different types of cooking will be proposed and cooking courses will be organized. Dance in the evening is on schedule too. Info: C.D.M. S.r.l. + 39 011 2238594; +39 3345711938 www.cdmevents.it

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HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENTS

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CASTELL’ALFERO April 25th VIVIVERDE The 15th festival dedicated to agriculture and handicraft will enliven the town centre with stalls, food stands and ancient works. For visitors who are fond of art, the chance of visiting the castle facing one of the most beautiful squares in Monferrato and the characteristic Ethnographic Museum “L’Ciar” is offered. Info: Municipality +39 0141 406611 www.comune.castellalfero.at.it; www.castellalfero.net; castelfe@provincia.asti.it COCCONATO April 27th FIERA DI SAN MARCO Appointment with the ancient fair of San Marco at the end of April: stalls of typical products, food, and other items in the streets of the historical centre of this beautiful village, known as the “Riviera of Monferrato”. Many collateral events will enliven the day: play area for children, inflatable games, opportunity of hiking with donkeys, music, guided tours and touring theatre shows. Food stalls with local specialties in Piazza Giordano. Info: Municipality +39 0141 907007 www.comune.cocconato.at.it COSTIGLIOLE D’ASTI - FRAZIONE MOTTA April 11th-12th-13th FLORART- ORTOGIARDINOVINO&Dispensa The ornamental nursery-gardening show is back in Via Scotti in Frazione Motta with exhibitors from all over Piedmont displaying their flower arrangements made with rare and unusual species. Food, craft and agricultural produce market as well as tastings of selected wines, lunch at local restaurants and cooking lessons for children will enliven the fair. Info: Municipality +39 0141 962211 – 962202. Mob. 328 5941180 Pro Loco Association +39 320 7540646 www.costigliole.at.it ISOLA D’ASTI April 26th-27th FIORI IN FIERA – 19th Edition Anticipated by the Notte Bianca (White Night) in Isola Villa, the ornamental nursery-gardening show takes place in Valle del Tanaro enlivened with conferences, creative workshops at the Municipal Library, food and wine events and art exhibitions. The children’s show “Mistero di corte” at the nursery school “Card. Sodano” will be performed. On schedule: on 26th , in the evening before the Notte Bianca, a walk through the vineyards of Isola Villa and on Sunday morning a walk to discover Isola and its beauties. Info: Municipality +39 0141 958134 +39 335 1795723 www.comune.isoladasti.at.it MONALE April 25th – 27th FESTA DEI GERANI Buying flowers in order to do a good deed, this is the aim of selling flowers for 3 days in favour of Croce Rossa. Info: Local Comitee Croce Rossa +39 0141 669237 NIZZA MONFERRATO April 25th-26th-27th FIERA DEL SANTO CRISTO The “Fiera del Santo Cristo” (St. Christ’s fair) is named after the statue of the risen Christ, carved by a German prisoner during the First World War. The statue can be visited in the church of San Giovanni. The central Piazza Garibaldi hosts the Spring agricultural exhibition with farming and oenology machineries and devices. On Friday 25th opposite the Foro Boario, a new appointment dedicated to courtyard animals. Starting at 7.30pm inside Foro Boario the new initiative “Degustiamo insieme”, suggestions for pairing food specialties with great wines. On Sunday streets and squares of the historical centre will be invaded by the big market and the day will be dedicated to the so-called “torta verde”, a typical Easter dish. The novelty of this year is an area dedicated to plants, flowers and accessories for gardening. Guided tours to the most important art and historic sites are on schedule too. Info: Municipality +39 0141 720511 - Tourist Office +39 0141 727516 www.comune.nizza.at.it ASTI E CASTAGNOLE MONFERRATO April 6th, 16th, 17th LE SFIDE DELLA FEDE 2014: “NON FACCIAMOCI RUBARE LA SPERANZA” The festival presents theatre and musical shows regarding the challenge to faith and modern culture. The appointment before Easter is promoted by Progetto Culturale of the diocese of Asti and Istituto Oblati di San Giuseppe curated by Teatro degli Acerbi in cooperation with the Municipality of Asti and Biblioteca Astense; dramaturgical advisory by L. Nattino and support of the foundation Cassa di Risparmio of Asti. On Sunday 6th at 9pm at Piccolo Teatro Giraudi “Francesco sulla Strada” blues Cantico. On Wednesday 16th at 9pm at Spazio San Giovanni “Il Vangelo secondo l’Asina”. On Thursday 17th “La Passiùn di Gesù Crist: il Pianto della Madonna” through the street of the village with departure from P.za Statuto. Info: +39 339 2532921 www.teatrodegliacerbi.it

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ASTI April 18th WAY OF THE CROSS Presided by the bishop, departure from the N.S. Porta Paradisi Sanctuary at 9pm and arrival at San Paolo Parish. Info: Parish of San Paolo +39 0141 593477 ANTIGNANO April 18th XXVI VIA CRUCIS On Good Friday Antignano proposes the Way of the Cross. The village centre turns itself into Jerusalem how it was supposed to be 2000 years ago and employees, professionals, merchants, artisans, farmers, housewives and students represent the characters of the Gospels. The re-enactment is divided in two parts: the first one with scenes of the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus’ agony, the Sanhedrin trial of Jesus and Pilate’s Court. The second one with the Procession to Calvary along a path leading to the main square of the village where, beside the church, the Crucifixion of Jesus takes place. Info: www.viacrucis.it BERZANO SAN PIETRO April 18th WAY OF THE CROSS – 2nd Edition On Good Friday the traditional appointment at 8.30pm; with departure from Piazza del Municipio the procession goes through the streets of the village and reaches the parish church. Info: Municipality +39 011 9920610 www.comune.berzanosanpietro.at.it CASTELNUOVO DON BOSCO April 11th WAY OF THE CROSS In cooperation with the Parish of Castelnuovo Don Bosco the re-enactment of the Passion of Christ is performed through the streets of the village by the historic group “Signori di Rivalba”. Info: +39 011 992 8855 www.castelnuovodonbosco.at.it CASTELNUOVO DON BOSCO - COLLE DON BOSCO From April 17th to 20th TRIDUO PASQUALE E SOLENNITA’ DELLA PASQUA - RADICI DELLA PEDAGOGIA PASQUALE DI DON BOSCO The Easter Triduum is the proper name for the liturgical season that concludes Lent and introduces to the joy of the Easter season. It is a three-day period of prayer and recalls the three days that Christ spent in the tomb. On Holy Thursday at 6pm and 9pm (Adoration), on Good Friday at 6pm and 9pm (Way of the Cross); on Holy Saturday at 9pm (Easter Vigil); on Easter Sunday at 11am and at 5pm (Liturgical Celebrations). Info: Colle Don Bosco +39 011 9877162 www.colledonbosco.it VIALE April 11th “DALLA TERRA ALLA CROCE” With departure from Piazza Perroncito ( winding through the most striking places of the village) the Passion of Christ is held with about 100 people dressed in ancient costumes. The inhabitants of Viale and the nearby villages will be invited to represent the characters of the Gospel. The Passion will be directed by Faber Teatro. Visitors are invited to take part in the event too. (Subject to cancellation due to bad weather). Info: Municipality +39 0141 995028 www.comune.viale.at.it EASTER MONDAY IN THE PROVINCE OF ASTI In Asti an Easter Monday by Vespa with the “Alfieri” and a walk with Cai (Italian Alpine Club). Cantarana offers a pleasant walk in the woods near the village, Pino d’Asti a barbecue. In Berzano San Pietro an Easter market takes place with the Agricultural and Craft Fair. Afternoon snack in Bazzana (Mombaruzzo) and usual Spring Festival in Vinchio, in the nature Reserve of Valle Sarmassa. Info: AstiTurismo +39 0141 530357 www.astiturismo.it ASTI April 13th CAMMINATA DELLA COLOMBA Meeting at 9am and departure at 10am from the school “G. Pascoli” in Piazza d’Armi (Viale Pilone): a 5 km walk and a 6.5 km non-competitive foot race on a course partially made of paved roads with 4 km along the Tanaro river bank. In support of the project “Adotta una scuola” organized by Dopolavoro Ferroviario in cooperation with Coop, ANA and with the patronage of the Education and Sport Department – Municipality of Asti. Price: € 5, open to all. Info: Pavanello A. +39 331 1166065 Castelli A. +39 346 6180848

ASTITURISMO - Direction Piazza Alfieri 33 - 14100 Asti Tel. +39 0141 353034 Fax +39 0141 356140 ASTI TOURIST OFFICE Piazza Alfieri 34 - 14100 Asti Tel. +39 0141 530357 Fax +39 0141 538200 Tourist Office at Palazzo Mazzetti Corso Alfieri 357 - 14100 Asti Tel. +39 0141 530403 Fax +39 0141 599678 Canelli Tourist Office Via G. B. Giuliani 29 - 14053 Canelli Tel. +39 0141 820280 Fax +39 0141 820255

Castell’Alfero Tourist Office Piazza Castello - 14033 Castell’Alfero Tel. +39 0141 406611 Fax +39 0141 406606 Cocconato Tourist Office Piazza Cavour 22 - 14023 Cocconato Tel. +39 0141 600076 Fax +39 0141 907677 Costigliole d’Asti Tourist Office Via Roma 13 - 14055 Costigliole d’Asti Tel. +39 0141 961850 Moncalvo Tourist Office Piazza Antico Castello 1 - 14036 Moncalvo Tel. +39 0141 916467 Fax +39 0141 923677

Montiglio Monferrato Tourist Office Via Gianotti 9 - 14026 Montiglio Monferrato Tel/Fax +39 0141 994006 Cell. +39 335 6915703 Nizza Monferrato Tourist Office Piazza Garibaldi 80 - 14049 Nizza Monferrato Tel/Fax +39 0141 727516 Villafranca d’Asti Tourist Office Via Roma 48 - 14018 Villafranca d’Asti Tel. +39 0141 943885

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WALKS/HIKES April 21st PASQUETTA SULLE COLLINE ASTIGIANE A chance to discover the beautiful hills surrounding Asti. Departure at 9 from Lungotanaro with an itinerary stretching between San Marzanotto and Mongardino (in total 16km). Lunch organized by the Pro Loco Association of Mongardino. Shuttle service from 3pm to 5pm on request. Enrolment fee 5 €. (on April 25th in case of bad weather). Info: Municipality +39 0141 399530 +39 333 8615606 +39 347 7114475 ; www.caiasti.it CASTELLERO April 27th TREKKING IN VALTRIVERSA - TRA NOCCIOLETI E VIGNETI A pleasant hike dedicated to people, who love hiking: 12 km with departure from the sports field in Castellero at 2pm direction Baldichieri and back. At the arrival the Pro Loco Association offers an aperitif to the participants. Enrolment fee 5 €. Info: Municipality +39 0141 669180 +39 328 4788008 www.comune.castellero.at.it GRAZZANO BADOGLIO April 25th CAMMINARE IL MONFERRATO At 2.30 a guided, non-competitive walk along the trails recommended by CAI to discover the surrounding territory, organized by the Sacro Monte di Crea Nature Park. At the end opportunity to visit the historic heritage of the village: the remains of the Benedictin Abbey founded by Aleramo in 961, the parish church safeguarding his grave, the roman gravestone, P. Badoglio’s birthplace with relics and photo collection. Info: Municipality +39 0141 925455 www.comune.grazzanobadoglio.at.it; www.ilMonferrato.it MONDONIO E PASSERANO April 12th HIKING IN THE WOODS, FIELDS AND VINEYARDS An exploration of landscapes, environments, ecosystems and floral variety characterizing the hills north west of Asti. Meeting at 2.30pm in Piazza San Sebastiano in Mondonio (a hamlet of Castelnuovo Don Bosco). Free admission. Compulsory reservation not later than April 9th: +39 011.4326312 annalaura.pistarino@regione.piemonte.it Info: Association “Terra, Boschi, Gente e Memorie” +39 339 4676949 fralar@libero.it TIGLIOLE April 13th CAMMINATA DEL BRICCO GALLO With departure from the agriturismo Il Bricco Gallo at 2.30pm a pleasant hike in the sweet hills of Monferrato, followed by a “merenda sinoira” (typical afternoon snack) at the agriturismo. Info: +39 380 6835571 www.camminarelentamente.it

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ASTI - WEEKLY MARKET Every Wednesday and Saturday

ANTIQUE MARKETS Moncalvo: April 6th Nizza Monferrato: April 20th Castelnuovo Don Bosco: April 25th Asti: April 27th

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