Three Evenings Under the Stars in Bernezzo

Three evenings to discover the infinite sky

In Bernezzo, a small town in the Province of Cuneo in Piedmont, the "Three Evenings Under the Stars" festival invites the public to discover the wonders and mysteries of the universe. It consists of a series of three evening meetings, spread throughout the month of March, designed to introduce adults and young people to astronomy with accessible language and a strong spirit of sharing.

The initiative stems from the collaboration between the Department of Culture of the Municipality of Bernezzo, the Sideralis association, the municipal library, and the San Rocco Day Center. The project partners have a dual goal: to offer an opportunity for scientific outreach and in-depth study, while simultaneously promoting social interaction and a sense of community, reminding us that we all live under the same sky.

The program of the three evenings

The festival unfolds in three stages, each in a different location in the town:

• First evening at the Centro Diurno il Ramo, at Via Mandrile 33: a meeting dedicated to the relationship between stars and the biosphere, reflecting on the deep bond between the cosmos and life on Earth.
• Second evening in the Villa Villanis Park: an outdoor stargazing evening to admire the wonder of the celestial vault live.
• Third evening in the Municipal Multipurpose Hall: a moment of debate and final reflection, to wrap up the journey and weave ideas for future projects.

The events generally start at 8:45 PM, the ideal time for astronomical evenings and sky observation.

Astronomy and the Occitan territory

Bernezzo is located in an area with a consolidated vocation for sky observation: the area of the Cuneo Occitan valleys, far from major sources of light pollution, is particularly favorable for amateur astronomy. The Sideralis association is active in scientific and environmental outreach and organizes meetings, lectures, guided tours, and workshops for all ages, with special attention to natural sciences, astronomy, and the culture of the Alpine territory.

A community experience

More than just a series of lectures, "Three Evenings Under the Stars" is an invitation to look up together. The festival aims to create community and rediscover the value of sharing and collective curiosity, offering residents and visitors of the Municipality of Bernezzo a free opportunity open to all to approach the universe with wonder and awareness.