Gala Placidia's activity

Questions Asked

This is not a question. It is more of a statement.

Fri, 01/23/2015 - 14:57

An exciting Art Festival is going to be held in Bagni di Lucca during the Summer months of 2013.

Thu, 04/04/2013 - 17:43

I said that I would not answer further mails on the previous thread and I normally keep my word,; however, certain posts are prompting me to open this new thread in order to clarify false allegations raised.A member said : "It's not like I made wi

Tue, 03/19/2013 - 16:25

Argentine Cardinal Bergoglio is the new Pope and will be known as Francis I? The first Jesuit to become a Pope, he is very much loved in Argentina, where many consider him a saint.

Wed, 03/13/2013 - 19:40

Beppe Grillo? Berlusconi? Bersani? Monti? (In strict alphabetical order) Who will win? Any bets?

Sun, 02/24/2013 - 10:12

For those living in the area, the Comune di Bagni di Lucca has issued an invitation to join drama courses and a theatre group.Their aim is to stage Hamlet or "Amleto" in Italian.For details, go to

Wed, 02/06/2013 - 07:24

Wising everyone a Happy Christmas and all the best for the New Year 2013.

Fri, 12/21/2012 - 12:38

Fiat is coming back to the USA market with a bang! They are aggressively advertising their 2012 model of the Cinquecento and offering it on lease with prices starting at 200 USD monthly and no entry payment.

Thu, 07/26/2012 - 16:26

I've just read in "Il Tirreno" (Lucca edition) that there is a large marketing and promotional campaign to visit these Tuscan provinces and combining the efforts of both provincial governments, the STA an Ryanair, who is offering heavily discounte

Tue, 04/10/2012 - 03:42

Buona Pasqua a tutti!

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 04:23

Comments posted

Fri, 07/31/2009 - 04:59

And just a little reminder that a bit (or a lot) of patience is required at this time of the year. It happens everywhere during the holiday season.

Answer to: Charities
Thu, 07/30/2009 - 04:28

Another Catholic organisation that runs second hand shops is EMMAUS. It has an office in your region at Tolmezzo. Ask the local parish and they should be able to inform you.

Answer to: Virginia Creeper
Thu, 07/30/2009 - 04:18

It should be fine as a cooler wall would make the initial establishment of the plant easier. It would grow in partial shade. Careful with two things, it can cause damage to the wall and the berries, containing oxalic acid, are poisonous.It also needs generous watering to get it started.

Tue, 07/28/2009 - 12:17

Congratulations on the purchase. You can now remember the signing of the "rogito" as just another anecdote. Yes, usually it takes a while although we missed on all the "fun" as we gave a power of attorney to our agent. But then, the signing of the power of attorney was quite an experience, even if we do manage quite well in Italian.....

Tue, 07/28/2009 - 11:59

Great idea and it is never too late. Thanks for the tip!

Sun, 07/26/2009 - 14:22

 From memory, you were in the old forum, so good to see you back. Best wishes,

Sat, 07/25/2009 - 05:07

Hello, Fairy Nuff, and welcome. Your area is beautiful, we are near you at Bagni di Lucca. Best wishes regarding your plans. The "piano, piano" and the "domani" syndrome are all part of the fun. 

Answer to: Hi to everybody
Fri, 07/24/2009 - 05:18

Hi Monica and welcome. Enjoy! 

Fri, 07/24/2009 - 04:26

 Perhaps you could find some interesting information regarding animal welfare in Italy through www.dogwelcome.it

Tue, 07/21/2009 - 05:20

 Difficult question to answer regarding times. The passport does not take long once citizenship is granted. You need application forms, photos, Italian certificates (birth, marriage, naturalisation). You should talk to your local Italian authorities to ascertain how long will you have to wait.