With Christmas just around the corner, don’t forget the inaugural Grande Festa della Befana organised by the CoCAIS. The event will take place at Scotland Street Children’s Museum on Sunday January 4th from 2-5pm. The aim is to encourage the younger members and friends of the Italian community, to participate in a traditional moment of Italian culture.
The event is aimed at children aged 8 and under (however older children can be accommodated) If you have a child or grandchild, nephew or niece who might like to come along, please visit the ItalianScotland website (www.Italianscotland.com ) click on ‘events’ and print off an application form.
The form should be filled in and forwarded (together with payment) to Cav. Adriano De Marco, 58 Beardmore Way, Clydebank Industrial Estate, Clydebank, Glasgow G81 4HT.
Cost is subsidised by the CoCAIS and Comites so the charge per child is just £5 which includes a present and a calza ripiena (stocking filled with sweets). Accompanying adults can enjoy a glass of festive spumante and a slice of panettone while the children eat, meet La Befana and enjoy meeting new friends. The whole event is in English but is a great opportunity for the wee ones to enjoy Italian customs.
To avoid disappointment, please book early as places will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis. CLOSING DATE FOR BOOKINGS IS THURSDAY DECEMBER 11 2008.
For more information contact Cav. Adriano De Marco at ademarco@lineafabrications.co.uk