The activities of “Rovigo city that reads” they continue. Following the “reading corners” organized over the summer, this is possible thanks to the various organizations participating in the “reading pact.” This initiative saw widespread participation and sharing in a spirit of listening and serenity, thanks to which the Coordination Board promoted another initiative aimed at promoting reading. We're talking about a corner conceived as part of the “Veneto Reads” reading marathon, representing the entire “City of Rovigo that Reads.”
A series of initiatives that allow us to raise awareness among citizens, and especially among the younger ones, on the importance of readingThe pleasure of reading brings added value to a person, increases one's culture and is a healthy hobby that allows for numerous food for thought.
The readings and their theme
The readings primarily deal with water, the theme chosen by the Region for this project. Water has always been a primary source for our region; it was once the cause of tragic events, but over the years, the residents of Polesine have learned how to benefit from it; just think of the Museum of the Great Rivers.
And it was precisely from the memory of the 1951 flood that the readings developed. From travel stories and landscapes of the Po River and its Delta, to poetic texts that evoked the sounds, plasticity, and joy of water, a vital element for the body and spirit. Furthermore, two Conservatory students delicately and masterfully accompanied the readings, emphasizing that the human soul listens not only to words, but also to music.
Rovigo's future at "Il Veneto legge"
“Rovigo city that reads” also participated in the Festival Tensions, with brief readings aloud. The readings were chosen by four participating groups; the theme was "Geography of Relationships – Identity and Gender," enriching the Festival with further inspiration and emotion. A sensitive topic, yet one that has become extremely important in today's society.
In the coming months, work on this major project will continue. Training sessions will be organized to further explore the topic. Covenant for reading and for organizing initiatives in preparation for spring. To celebrate the importance of music and continue the Rovigo musical tradition, the city is joining the opera season with events inspired by opera librettos, a unique form of literary text.
Finally, please note that the Reading Pact is always open to signing. The following have already signed up: CUR; the Rovigo Club; Telefono Azzurro; the Dante Alighieri Society – Rovigo Committee; the Mardimago Sports Association – Culture Section; Aqua Natura e Cultura; the Celio-Roccati State High School; the P. Paleocapa State Scientific High School; Fita Rovigo APS – Italian Amateur Theatre Federation; the Polesani Authors Group Cultural Association; Pane&Caffè; Pop-Out Eventi, which has already been mentioned; the Leonardo da Vinci Cultural Association; the Convention & Visitors Bureau; Ponte del Sale; the Caritas Il Manto di Martino; the Rovigo Bible Festival, another event featuring author presentations; Eliocopy; Delta Comics; the F. Venezze Conservatory, which provides the beautiful background music: IC Rovigo 1; Academy of Concord.
