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Following five successful events at the Alexandrio Conference Center in the years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2022, this year's festival will take place for the sixth time in Loutraki, marking the beginning of the summer season with a rich cinematic experience. The 6th Loutraki International Film Festival "BRIDGES" will be held from June 12 to June 16 at the open-air cinemas Electra and Galaxias, and on July 25-26 at the Beau Rivage Municipal Center in Loutraki.
Henceforth, the Loutraki International Film Festival "BRIDGES" is included in the map of international film festivals and will be held at the beginning of summer in Loutraki, right after the significant Cannes Film Festival in May.
This year's program includes screenings of short and feature films of recent production in various categories, including Greek and world cinema, children's films, animations, and documentaries. Notably, directors will be present for discussions with the audience following the screenings of their films. Additionally, there will be an Art Installation exhibition in the outdoor foyer of the cinemas and at Beau Rivage.
Dates and Venues:
•    June 12-16: Galaxias & Electra outdoor Cinemas
•    July 25-26: Beau Rivage Municipal Center
Free Admission for the Public.
Our Goals:
•    Promote the Multidisciplinary Loutraki International Film Festival "BRIDGES" to attract new tourist flows to Loutraki and educate the local audience on entertainment through cinema, showcasing recent works by Greek filmmakers alongside promoting local productions and businesses.
•    Benefits of the Annual Festival:
•    Touristic Promotion: The international event will position Loutraki as a new cinematic travel destination with concurrent cultural events aimed at boosting domestic tourism.
•    Economic Growth: Increased tourist traffic due to the festival will positively impact the local economy, enhancing revenue for businesses and professionals in hospitality, accommodation, and commerce.
•    Cultural Promotion: Hosting cultural events enhances the visibility of local cultural heritage and arts, creating a significant annual gathering for Greek and international filmmakers, writers, artists, cinephiles, the local community, and other cultural institutions over a week.
•    Community Enhancement: The collaboration of the Loutraki International Film Festival "BRIDGES" with local organizations and associations offers residents the opportunity to enjoy quality cultural experiences and develop a sense of solidarity and cohesion.
•    City Branding: Hosting the Peloponnese International Film Festival "BRIDGES" repeatedly in Loutraki establishes the city as a regional cultural and educational center with the best possible exposure both nationally and internationally.
The Loutraki International Film Festival "BRIDGES" is organized by the Non-Profit Cultural Organization CineArt, based in Corinthia since 2018, with the support of Alkiviadis and Efthimios Dritsas, the Municipality of Loutraki Perachora Agioi Theodoroi, and under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture.

Sincerely,
Petra Terzi
Director, Producer
CineArt Cultural Organization

For more information, please visit our website www.bridgesfest.eu

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On Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 11:30 a.m., the educational environmental action "Cleaning the Loutraki Coast" was held with an emphasis on the correct separation of recyclable and non-recyclable materials. The action was implemented within the framework of the "BLUE FLAG" program of the Municipality of Loutraki - Perachora - Agioi Theodoros.

The organizer of the action was the Non-Governmental, Environmental Organization we4all (www.we4all.gr), which aims to remind that the planet is our home and to help the Earth heal from its environmental wounds, with the assistance of DAIKIN ( Corporate Social Responsibility) - its main corporate partner - and with the help of the Municipality of Loutraki - Perachora - Ag. Theodoron.

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With excellent concerts, impeccable organization, but also a festive mood, the Loutraki Festival returns this summer to be a reference point in quality entertainment, with its main goal to offer joy and entertainment to spectators.

From the 31st of July to the 13th of August will take place, along the entire length and width of the Municipality of Loutraki - Perachora - Ag. Theodoron, concerts with renowned artists (Alkinoos Ioannidis, Miltos Paschalidis, Giota Nega, Georgia Ntagaki, The Final Act feat. Christos Ninios), Rock Festival in Agios Theodoros, but also Blues Festival in the beautiful Pisiara and of course Polyna within the Opus Festival, which participates in the festival program and in fact under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture !, with a solemn performance, to celebrate with brilliance its 60 years.

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The historic race, which from its early years, in the early 1950s, rightfully won a place on the international motorsports scene, after an eight-year absence from the World Rally Championship (WRC) returns, having even secured its presence in the institution for the two years 2021-2022.

The Greek Acropolis Rally will be on the WRC calendar for 2021 and will be the tenth race of the year!

The Acropolis Rally returns to the WRC! The decision of the FIA ​​was announced earlier and after eight years of absence, our national race returns to the top level it deserves.

The date of the Acropolis Rally will be from 9 to 12 September and in essence, it will replace the Chilean Rally that was canceled due to a coronavirus.

The start of the race will take place under the sacred rock of the Acropolis. We do not know more details yet, however it is considered almost certain that the special routes in Loutraki and Lamia will be included in the programS.

Sources:Gazzetta.gr, Skai.gr

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