Autumn Fruits and Colors

On Sunday, October 25th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Fondazione Minoprio Park in Vertemate con Minoprio (CO) will open its doors to the public for a special event designed for families, nature enthusiasts, and curious visitors of all ages. Held on the grounds of the Fondazione Minoprio ITS Academy, the event invites guests to explore enchanting gardens, greenhouses, and picturesque corners. The day's central theme is the celebration of our botanical and agricultural heritage, with a special focus on the bounty of the land, heirloom varieties, and the exceptional produce cultivated by the Foundation.

🍁 What to Expect at the Event

• 🌿 Guided Tours: Explore the botanical wonders of the gardens and historic greenhouses.
• 🍎 Pomological Exhibition: A journey to discover heirloom fruits and unusual varieties.
• 🎃 Pumpkin Display
  A striking exhibition featuring the quintessential vegetable of the season.
• 📷 Halloween Photo Corner
  A specially decorated space perfect for taking themed souvenir photos.

🚜 Farmers' Market & Refreshments
Taste and purchase locally-grown (zero-mile) products cultivated by Fondazione Minoprio faculty and students, as well as by local agricultural producers. 🎨 Activities and Workshops for Children - A variety of educational and creative experiences designed to introduce little ones to the natural world in a fun way:

• 🎃 Pumpkin Carving Workshop
• 💐 Autumn Floral Creations Workshop
• 🎨 Botanical Drawing Workshop
• 🌳 ''Fear-Chasing Tree'' Workshop

📖 Sessions for Adults

• 💡 Technical Session on Pumpkins
  An informative, in-depth look at pumpkin varieties, interesting facts, characteristics, and cultivation techniques.