OLIVI RITROVATI 2026 – The scientific project / public meeting

Date

19 October

Time

15:30

Palazzo Elena Pietracaprina

On Monday, October 19th, at 3:30 PM, in the conference room of Palazzo E. Pietracaprina, there will be a presentation of courses by the Teachers, who will illustrate the activities and programs. Here are the subjects and activities offered: Women’s Literature – Teacher: Graziella Frasca Gallo Seeing the Signs – Sign Language – Teacher: Sara Adami Basic Computer Science – Teacher: Samantha Noli Advanced Computer Science – Teacher: Samantha Noli Food Education – Teacher: Paola Richero Basic English Language – Teacher: Rosanna Mapelli Intermediate English Language – Teacher: Rosanna Mapelli Basic English Language Conversation – Teacher: Rosanna Mapelli Advanced English Language – Teacher: Maria Bambina Scola Ballroom and Standard Dancing – Teacher: Virginio Pelizzari Understanding Dogs – Teacher: Gian Luca Stortini Yoga – Teachers: Jafari Shohreh and Vito Pace Gymnastics – Teacher: Alessandra Angelucci Tai Ji Quan – Teacher: Marco Rostirolla In Movement – Teacher: Mario Malacarne Drawing and Painting Workshop – Teacher: Cetty Bellomo Cooking Workshop – Teachers: Luca Fabio, Marilena Marinelli, Andrea Milazzo, Paolo Monti, Vito Tagliente From September 22nd, it will be possible to join UNITRE and register for activities (courses and workshops) scheduled for the academic year 2026/2027 from the locations in Borghetto S. Spirito, Ceriale and Albenga, during the Library’s opening hours (Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and in the afternoons from Monday to Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM).

Date

24 October

Time

15:30

Tastings, games, observations: an afternoon of experiments and “mess” for children, to begin learning more about our oils and our olive trees. Multipurpose Hall Palazzo Pietracaprina, Piazza della Libertà 1, Borghetto Santo Spirito, 3:30 PM Free participation / Themed snack / Limited capacity activity, reservation required FOR INFORMATION: Email: asslafornace@gmail.com Whatsapp and Mobile: 333 1933968 Olivi ritrovati is a project promoted by the association “La fornace” APS, with the contribution of the Municipality of Borghetto Santo Spirito, which aims to rediscover local olive tree varieties. Following scientific research and thanks to the use of molecular genotyping techniques, in collaboration with one of the leading Italian specialized research laboratories, it was indeed possible to identify with certainty the varieties of a substantial number of historic plants and to reconstruct the genetic relationships between different cultivars – varieties of olive trees. The hilly areas of Val Varatella are characterized by the scenic presence of olive monoculture on terraced slopes. The evolution of the local economy during the twentieth century caused the abandonment of the more isolated slopes, where the structures built between the late Middle Ages and the early modern age remain visible. Even in the municipal territory of Borghetto Santo Spirito there remain many hectares of historic “fossil” olive groves, which the project studied. The results will be compared with the accessions included in an international database, unique of its kind, consisting of over ten thousand olive genotypes from all olive-producing countries: this is made possible by the participation of the association “La fornace” APS as a stakeholder in the “Omibreed” project conducted by the National Research Council – Institute of Biosciences and Bioresources (CNR-IBBR). The project proposes three dissemination initiatives. On Saturday, October 17th, at 3:30 PM, a brief informal meeting will be held at the multipurpose room of Palazzo Pietracaprina, to present the research program and many curiosities, news and previews of the work already carried out. The meeting is open to all and will be an opportunity to learn more about our territory and its history. The following Saturday, October 24th, again at Palazzo Pietracaprina, an afternoon dedicated to the little ones will follow, with tastings, games, observations, experiments and “mess” for children (and not only…). Using the five senses and a bit of observation spirit, participants will discover some curiosities and characteristics of extra virgin oils and local olive varieties. Third and final appointment on October 31st at 2:30 PM, with an easy and panoramic hillside walk to explore the geography of the ancient olive groves of the valley. In a constantly evolving territory, the archaeological traces of past agro-silvopastoral activities remain: dry stone walls, mule tracks, “caselle”, stalls and the centuries-old olive tree stumps, a heritage to decipher that has much to tell, starting from the history of property regimes. The meeting point for the excursion will be at the chapel of Madonna della Neve, at Pattarello, along the provincial road to Toirano. The excursion will last about a couple of hours and trekking attire is recommended, with appropriate footwear. Participation in all events is free; reservation is requested for the children’s laboratory and for the excursion, at the number 333 1933968 or by writing to the email address asslafornace@gmail.com

Date

31 October

Time

14:30

A hillside walk to explore the geography of the valley’s ancient olive groves, among dry stone walls, mule tracks, “caselle”, stables, and the centuries-old olive tree stumps. Chapel of Madonna della Neve, Pattarello, Borghetto Santo Spirito, 2:30 PM Free participation / Registration required Trekking clothing required FOR INFORMATION: Email: asslafornace@gmail.com Whatsapp and Mobile: 333 1933968 Olivi ritrovati is a project promoted by the “La fornace” APS association, with the contribution of the Municipality of Borghetto Santo Spirito, aimed at rediscovering local olive varieties. Following a scientific study and thanks to the use of molecular genotyping techniques, in collaboration with one of Italy’s leading specialized research laboratories, it was indeed possible to identify with certainty the varieties of a substantial number of historic plants and to reconstruct the genetic relationships between the different cultivars – olive varieties. The hilly areas of Val Varatella are characterized by the scenic presence of olive monoculture on terraced slopes. The evolution of the local economy during the twentieth century caused the abandonment of the more isolated slopes, where the structures built between the late Middle Ages and the beginning of the modern era remain evident. In the municipal territory of Borghetto Santo Spirito, many hectares of “fossil” historic olive groves also remain, which the project has studied. The results will be compared with accessions included in an international database, unique of its kind, consisting of over ten thousand olive genotypes from all olive-growing countries: this is made possible by the participation of the “La fornace” APS association as a stakeholder in the “Omibreed” project conducted by the National Research Council – Institute of Biosciences and Bioresources (CNR-IBBR). The project proposes three dissemination initiatives. On Saturday, October 17, at 3:30 PM, a brief informal meeting will take place at the multipurpose hall of Palazzo Pietracaprina, to present the research program and many curiosities, news and previews of the work already carried out. The meeting is open to all and will be an opportunity to better know our territory and its history. The following Saturday, October 24, again at Palazzo Pietracaprina, an afternoon dedicated to the youngest will follow, with tastings, games, observations, experiments and “fun” for children (and not only…). Using the five senses and a bit of observation spirit, participants will discover some curiosities and characteristics of extra virgin oils and local olive varieties. Third and final appointment on October 31 at 2:30 PM, with an easy and panoramic hillside walk to explore the geography of the valley’s ancient olive groves. In a territory in constant evolution, the archaeological traces of past agro-silvo-pastoral activities remain: dry stone walls, mule tracks, “caselle”, stables and centuries-old olive tree stumps, a heritage to decipher that has much to tell, starting with the history of property regimes. The meeting point for the excursion will be at the chapel of Madonna della Neve, at Pattarello, along the provincial road to Toirano. The excursion will last about a couple of hours and trekking clothing is recommended, with appropriate footwear. Participation in all events is free; registration is requested for the children’s workshop and for the excursion, at the number 333 1933968 or by writing to the email address asslafornace@gmail.com

Date

11 October

Time

All day

ALL ACTIVITIES ARE FREE Mandatory registration at the information points of PIAZZA LIBERTÀ and APPRODO TURISTICO POSEIDON YOU WILL RECEIVE A PASS (wristband). Priority access to activities for people with disabilities. DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE Bagni Antille/Bagni Nettuno —- PLACES EXHAUSTED, BOOKINGS ARE CLOSED — HOT AIR BALLOON with tethered flight Morning 09.00/11.30 reserved for people with disabilities belonging to associations involved in the event , with flights already organized and scheduled Afternoon 16.00/20.30 open to the public Flight subject to weather conditions with possibility of suspension/cancellation at the pilot’s discretion. —- PLACES EXHAUSTED, BOOKINGS ARE CLOSED — MANDATORY BOOKING FROM 08.10.2026 UNTIL PLACES ARE EXHAUSTED. FROM 10.30 ON OCTOBER 8, 2026 THE BOOKING LINK WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ACTIVE ON THIS PAGE. Piazza Pelagos FREESTYLE and MOTOTHERAPY – A.S.D. Vanni FMX 12.30 – 13.00 Freestyle Motocross Show 13.00 – 13.30 Mototherapy 17.00 – 17.30 Freestyle Motocross Show 17.30 – 18.00 Mototherapy Piazza della Libertà CHESS, CERAMICS STAND AND INFO POINT • Istituto Comprensivo Val Varatella CIVIC LIBRARY – from 09.00 to 18.00 – tactile books, audiobooks and AAC books available C.O.C. – Municipal Operations Centre for security management GASLININSIEME E.T.S. Lungomare Matteotti RUNNING • A.S.D. Runner For Autism ARMA DEI CARABINIERI WITH SPECIAL AND TERRITORIAL UNITS • Bagni Royal – Static exhibition open to the public of the AW109N helicopter – 15th Carabinieri Helicopter Unit of Villanova d’Albenga CARABINIERI K9 UNIT OF VILLANOVA D’ALBENGA • Practical demonstration of public order, at 11.00 and 16.00 ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS • Istituto Comprensivo Val Varatella, at Sala Onde sul Mare q.c. DANCE • Studium Dance e movimento CHAIR RECHARGE EXERCISES AND YOGA • Vivere lo yoga TENNIS • A.S.D. Tennis e Sport Educativo A. Zizzini ATHLETICS • A.S.D. Atletica Boissano Team DANCE • Anna Chiola Dance School, 15.00 choreographic performance ROCK CLIMBING • V.T.A. Varatella Trail Area – Climbers DANCE AND WELLNESS • A.S.D. Danza BenEssere KICKBOXING AND BOXING • A.S.D. Team Vertical Piazza Marinai d’Italia DOG DISCIPLINES • A.S.D. Blue River – I branco di Laura MINI MOTO • A.S.D. Jmx Racing Lungomare Matteotti/Lungomare W. Tobagi WORKSHOPS TOUCH, CREATE AND INVENT! Creative painting and manual creation activities • Centro Ragazzi Kaleidos GAMES OF THE PAST • Ludobus Giocosamente SPORTS COURSES • Istituto Comprensivo Val Varatella YOGA • Asya Om Associazione Studi Yoga e Ayurveda SWIMMING • Associazione Nuotatori del Tempo Avverso, 11.30 The sea all year round. A dive with friends SAILING • A.S.D. Lega Navale WINDSURFING • A.S.D. Circolo Nautico 3 miglia FOOTBALL • F.C. Borghetto 1968 A.S.D. Molo Rosa dei Venti FACILITATED CYCLING WITH ATV QUAD • A.S.D. Overland HORSES AND MINI PONIES • Il Grifo di Oddone Approdo Turistico Poseidon PAPIER-MÂCHÉ WORKSHOP • A.P.S. Vecchia Loano • Forum Culturale APS di Borghetto Santo Spirito • Avis comunale di Loano • Protezione Civile Sez. Borghetto Santo Spirito • Polizia Locale Borghetto Santo Spirito • P.A. Croce Bianca Borghetto Santo Spirito • Unicef, Comitato Provinciale di Savona • ODV Il Trenino di Elia • Distaccamento V.V.F volontari “Quelli della 12.1” Collection of new toys to be donated to the Gianna Gaslini pediatric oncology unit Conference Hall – Approdo Poseidon at 10.30 Meeting – “Forever Sofia” by Barbara De Stefano Event opening at 09.00 in Piazza Libertà FOR INFORMATION Library, Culture, Sports and Tourism Office – tel. 0182 1920327 – 0182 1920323 Comprensorial IAT Office – tel. 338 2186439 PIAZZA DELLA LIBERTÀ REGISTRATION POINT REFRESHMENT POINT GRUPPO SAN ROCCO INFORMATION – IAT FREE PARKING THROUGHOUT THE CITY APPRODO TURISTICO POSEIDON REGISTRATION POINT In case of bad weather, the event will be postponed to a date to be determined.