On Monday, August 24, at 21:30, Cinema Arena Vittoria hosts Margherita Oggero for the presentation of “Le piccole viltà”, published by Einaudi. The event, introduced by Graziella Frasca Gallo, is part of the “Serate & Pomeriggi d’Autore” series. With her ironic gaze and attention to human weaknesses, the Turin-based writer constructs a family story in which each character carries something they would prefer not to show. At the heart of the novel is Marianna, called Mimina, who grew up within a far from conventional family, alongside figures bound by deep affections, but also by choices, renunciations and truths left unresolved.
It is precisely the apparently least important behaviors that become the subject matter of the narrative: those decisions made for convenience, fear or peace of mind that, accumulating over time, end up directing people’s lives.
The events of the protagonists are interwoven with the transformation of Turin, a city particularly dear to the author and a constant presence in her literary work.
Born in Turin, Margherita Oggero was a teacher before dedicating herself to narrative writing. She made her debut in 2002 with La collega tatuata, from which the film Se devo essere sincera was adapted. Her novels also gave rise to the successful series Provaci ancora prof! With Einaudi she has published Così parlò il nano da giardino (2006), Il Compito di un gatto di strada (2009), Non fa niente (2017 and 2019), Il gioco delle ultime volte (2021) and Le piccole
viltà (2026). She collaborates with newspapers and magazines and her works are translated in various countries.
S.L.A. Levante Beach
—EVENT CANCELLED — Sunday 23 August, at 10.30 AM, at S.L.A. Levante Beach will be held the II Mixed Breed Dogs Gathering, with the participation of the Cultural Dog dog training school from Albenga.
Piazza Libertà
On Sunday, August 23rd, on the occasion of International Dog Day, PAWS ON TOUR returns this year, reaching its IV edition, the initiative dedicated to our four-legged friends, promoted by the Department for the Protection of Pet Animals and the Department for Culture and Tourism of the Municipality of Borghetto Santo Spirito. The event renews a formula that over the years has been able to engage many participants, a walk in the company of your own dogs along our Seafront, to spend an afternoon together drawing attention to the respect and care of animals. The meeting is set for 6:15 PM in Piazza Libertà, from where the walk will begin towards Piazza Marinai d’Italia. At the end of the route, the four-legged protagonists will take the stage to be presented to the public and the traditional award ceremony will not be missed. Three categories of dogs will be awarded: the youngest, the oldest and the one from the farthest distance. In Piazza Marinai d’Italia, the following organizations will be present, committed to spreading their message in favor of animal protection: A.I.C.A.S. (Italian Association of Assistance and Service Dogs), Canine School ASD Blue River Dog of Borghetto S. Spirito, the Branco di Laura, Italian Veterinary Ambulance Federation O.d.v., G.A.D.I.T. (Environmental Guards of Italy), Levante e Ponente Beach and Noemi Oblò creazioni. The Adottaliguria ODV Association also participates, present with a solidarity stand, in order to raise funds to help our four-legged friends, which, in collaboration with the Gelateria Brignè, will make available a discount voucher kindly offered, with a value of €2.00 for all participants. Schedule 6:15 PM meeting Piazza Libertà 6:30 PM start of walk 6:45 PM water break at “Levante beach” 6:50 PM arrival in Piazza Marinai d’Italia 7:00 PM institutional greetings and guests, certificate delivery to participants, award for the youngest dog, oldest dog and the dog from the farthest away. Participation is free, but registration is required at the IAT Office of Palazzo Elena Pietracaprina, in Piazza Libertà, tel. 338 2186439 – email: [email protected]
Giardino Stefano Pittaluga
Monday 24 August, from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, c ontinue the summer appointments of Spaziobimbi, dedicated to the youngest. On Monday 24 August, at 4:00 pm at Giardino Stefano Pittaluga, “Discovering the world!” will be held, the new free reading and craft workshop for children from 3 years old. A meeting designed for young readers, who this time will be invited to look at the horizon and be guided by stories, discovering what makes our planet so big and varied. And like little Thumblings, painting pebbles, they will be able to leave some beautiful traces around the world! To participate in the free workshop, registration is required, which can be done at the Biblioteca Civica di Palazzo Elena Pietracaprina, in Piazza Libertà tel. 0182 97 30 16 – email [email protected] and the IAT office in Piazza Libertà 1, tel. 338 21 86 439 In case of bad weather or excessive heat, activities will be held at the Biblioteca Civica di Palazzo E. Pietracaprina. At the end of the workshop, a snack will be offered to all participating children. The Spazio bimbi event will end on Wednesday 02 September at 4:00 pm with the free workshop “My summer!”.
Piazza Marinai d'Italia
The enchanted summer of Borghetto Santo Spirito is preparing to experience one of its most anticipated events. On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9:30 PM, Piazza Marinai d’Italia will host LDA & AKA7even, two of the most well-known and appreciated young artists on the Italian pop-urban scene. An unmissable appointment for all live music enthusiasts, organized to offer the audience an evening full of fun, great hits and the contagious energy that only great live performances can convey. LDA, stage name of Luca D’Alessio, became known to the general public thanks to his participation in Amici, where he distinguished himself for his sensitivity and a personal style capable of combining pop, R&B, and urban influences. In 2023, he took the stage at the Sanremo Festival with Se poi domani, consolidating an artistic path that has led him to win an increasingly large audience. AKA7even, stage name of Luca Marzano, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who achieved national popularity through Amici. With songs like Loca, which became one of his greatest successes, he built a personal artistic path that also brought him to the Sanremo Festival stage in 2022, where he presented Perfetta così. Two paths that over time have met and given life to an increasingly strong artistic and personal bond. LDA and AKA7even, in fact, share not only a passion for music, but an artistic and personal connection born during their respective journeys and grown over time. From television to major stages, their paths have crossed on several occasions, even reaching the prestigious setting of the Sanremo Festival, an experience that saw them as protagonists together with Poesie clandestine, a song that marked a new chapter in their shared artistic journey. The project also gave rise to their first album together, Poesie clandestine, in which pop and contemporary sounds meet influences linked to musical tradition and the roots of Southern Italy. Both have been able to win over especially the new generations, transforming their early television experiences into the starting point to build their own musical identity. Two artists, two stories and one great stage for an evening designed especially for young people, but capable of engaging an audience of all ages. The evening will be free and open to all, within the capacity limits provided for performances. Access checks will be conducted at the entrance to the square. “We are thrilled to host LDA & AKA7even, two young artists who represent well the talent and energy of the new Italian music scene. It will be an evening designed for young people, but not only, with the aim of offering all residents and our many guests a moment of music and sharing in the heart of our summer. Following the success of our first major event with Le Vibrazioni, we hope that this concert will also give the audience an evening of great entertainment and fun.” The Mayor Giancarlo Canepa
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