Here in the Salone dei Cinquecento listening to an impassioned opening speech by Mayor Renzi. Here is what you need to know, outsourced to Girl In Florence:
...Florens2012 is a biannual cultural event, including a series of lectures, round tables, conferences devoted to culture, the environment and the economy. "From the Grand Tour to the Global Tour" is this year's theme and events will run from November 3-11.More here.