The Aldeia do Xisto of Aldeia das Dez, in Oliveira do Hospital, celebrates traditional weaving knowledge with the 1st International Gathering of Weaving and Other Arts.
Taking place from June 6 to 11, the event includes lectures, hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and musical performances, bringing together artisans, artists, researchers, and the general public in a space of sharing, creativity, and appreciation of both local and international culture.
Participation is free of charge. However, registration is required for the workshops.
PROGRAME
JUNE 6
7:00 PM
- Reception of invited entities and artisans
- Inauguration of the Weaving Ecomuseum, accompanied by the Fidelidade Philharmonic Band of Aldeia das Dez.
Location: Casa do S, Association O Genuíno Cobertor de Papa, Maçainhas, Guarda
9:00 PM – Public Lecture
"Keeping the Thread Intact", by Prof. Dr. Mónica Faria, Lecturer at the School of Architecture, Art and Design, Integrated Researcher, 2C2T (Textile Science and Technology Center), LAB2PT (Heritage, Landscape and Territory Laboratory), University of Minho
Location: Fidelidade Philharmonic Hall of Aldeia das Dez
JUNE 7
10:00 AM
- Opening of the exhibition featuring works by local and guest artists/artisans (open to visitors until June 10, 10 AM – 6 PM)
Location: Fidelidade Philharmonic Hall of Aldeia das Dez
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Workshop Molding Clay by Hand
Nina Dečman Kolosă – Slovenia
Location: Fidelidade Philharmonic Hall of Aldeia das Dez
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Workshop Beeswax Wraps
Tjaša Mesinger – Slovenia
Location: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Preces
> Free lunch
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Workshop Wet Wool Felting
Paula Cohen – Brazil
Location: AMA – Association for the Improvement of Aldeia das Dez
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Workshop / Handmade Soaps
Sara Yanmike – Slovenia
Location: AMA – Association for the Improvement of Aldeia das Dez
Throughout the afternoon
- Local products market, crafts and gastronomy
- Performances by traditional musical groups
Location: Aldeia das Dez Square
9:00 PM
Mountain Villages: A Creative and Community-Based Ecosystem
Célia Gonçalves, Executive Secretary ADIRAM – Association for the Integrated Development of the Mountain Villages Network
Location: Filarmónica Fidelidade de Aldeia das Dez Hall
9:30 PM
Performance of Traditional folk band
Location: Fidelidade Philharmonic Hall of Aldeia das Dez
JUNE 8
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Workshop Hand Spindle Spinning Spinners’ Circle
Ana Alpande – Portugal
Location: Fidelidade Philharmonic Hall of Aldeia das Dez
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Workshop Traditional Ribbon Blankets
Maria Gomes - artisan from Aldeia das Dez
Location: Casa dos Teares, Rua José João, nº3
> Free lunch
2:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- 1st Gathering of Accordion Players
Location: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Preces, Vale de Maceira
June 11
10:00 AM
- School visits to the local artisan workshop and the Weaving EcoMuseum
For more information, please contact us at +351 238 671 408 (national landline rate) or via email at geral@freguesia-aldeiadasdez.pt.
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