The Association for the Promotion and Protection of the Brogna Sheep, with the sponsorship of the Municipality of Bosco Chiesanuova and the Lessinia Regional Natural Park, and the KnitViktim Ets Association, presents FRIEND - SHEEP. Friendships to save in a mountain to protect. The world of the Brogna breed from every angle.
April 14 - 15 - 16 in Bosco Chiesanuova.
PROGRAM
Friday, April 14
- 4:00 PM: presentation of the project "KnitViktim ETS" and the workshop "Mini surprise jacket".
[KnitViktim ETS is an Association that aims to contribute to the dissemination, knowledge, and practice of knitting in all its forms, spinning, and weaving, with particular attention to the techniques adopted by Elizabeth Zimmermann]
- 8:00 PM: "KNIT CAFE'" at Ristorante Pizzeria Lenci3 (reserved for workshop participants)
Saturday, April 15
- from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM: start of the workshop "Mini surprise jacket"
- from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM: continuation of the workshop "Mini surprise jacket"
- from 2:30 PM: guided excursion by Letizia Filippini "Pégore and pégorari, history of sheep grazing in Lessinia"
- 6:00 PM: Conference at Teatro Vittoria: presentation of the Brogna breed, stories, and testimonies; with the extraordinary participation of Raffaella Ponzio (Slow Food Italia), Marcello Volanti (veterinary technician), and Giuliano Menegazzi (President of the Lessinia Regional Natural Park); presentation of the book "L'ora del Pastore" by Marzia Verona. Conclusion: thanks and greetings from the authorities. Evening moderator: Stefano Cantiero, journalist and blogger.
Sunday, April 16
- 9:00 AM: guided excursion by Letizia Filippini "Brogna Sheep: stories, traditions, and legends in Lessinia"
- from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM: conclusion of the workshop "Mini surprise jacket".
INFORMATION
Workshops and excursions are at a fee - Registrations close at 10:00 PM on April 8, 2023.
Workshop registrations: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-8zM7xn7YJea-_AQGDRZekGO6CG7JP1GbhFhvA8945n8-fg/viewform
The model of the Baby Surprise Jacket was published by Elizabeth Zimmermann for the first time in 1968 and has since become her iconic piece, the most knitted by passionate knitters around the world.
For technical information about the course: zukzuk@icloud.com (Antonella Dilio).
Excursion registrations: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOE91HgCpkVooTrxZgC8n494DMFsPoYkOqtN9YkHlK1W1zEQ/viewform
Participation in the excursion has an individual fee of 12.00 Euros for adults and 8.00 Euros for children under 12 years old. Free for children under 6 years old. - Loop trail of about 6 km with a positive elevation gain of 200m.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? People of all ages can participate. Children under 4 years must be accompanied with a carrying bag.
WHAT IS NEEDED FOR THE EXCURSION? Appropriate clothing for trekking, hiking boots, a backpack with a water bottle (1 liter) and a rain jacket (or poncho) in case of rain.
For information about the excursions: letizia.filippini93@gmail.com
Information on where to sleep: 045 2477050 (IAT Lessinia). If you stay at Hotel Piccola Mantova / Rifugio Branchetto / Albergo Leso / B&B Ongar Relax, you will have an extra advantage when lunching or dining at Ristorante Pizzeria Veneranda, Lenci3, Ristorante il Caminetto.
