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MONDAY 18/11/2024
BLAUZAC
There’s a Beaujolais nouveau evening at the café le Central on Friday 22 November. Food and drink on sale, the DJ Francky will be with you for the evening encouraging you to join in with the Karaoke as well
ARGILLIERS
The local garbage collection company, the SITCOMU organises different sessions on composting.
If you’d like to take part, there’s going to be an evening session between 6 and 7pm. At the end of the talk and demo, you’ll be offered a composter and a bin for biodegradable items.
You can find out more info on their website.
UZES
The Maison Danse and the Capitole cinema together with the choregrapher François Lamargot have joined forces to bring you a series of films with the central theme featuring dance.
He’ll be sharing his knowledge and some of the classic films.
This Monday there’ll be a showing of “All that Jazz” at 8 30pm
If you’d like more info, I’ve included a web site and phone number
04 66 22 51 51.
TUESDAY 19/11/2024
BLAUZAC
The organization called “Soirees de Jazz de Blauzac” has organised an evening with the band the “Yellbows” on Tuesday 26 November taking place in the foyer at 8pm
They produce a New Orleans jazz sound.
Tickets for the concert are now on sale and you’ll find the address on my What’s On.
https://www.billetweb.fr/yellbows
And coming up in COLLIAS on Saturday 23rd November, there’s going to be a performance of Aladin and his magic lamp – or as it’s called in French “Aladin ou la lampe merveilleuse”.
It’ll be in the foyer André Clement at 6pm.
Suitable for children who can speak French from the age of 4+.
Although it’s free, you’ll still need to book a place by phone or via the tourist office.
Collias
Yup, Christmas isn’t far away….and the Lion’s Club in Uzès are preparing their annual fund raising “Ronde des Pères Noel” on 20 December in support of the local Croix Rouge (Red Cross).
So dressed appropriately you can take part in an evening run or walk with the RDV point being the Ombrière theatre at 6 30pm
You can register for your entry now with Run Evasion Chrono or on the day.
WED 20/11/2024
This week has been dedicated to providing information throughout Europe on how to reduce waste. This can take many forms, including recycling or upcycling clothing.
In VERS PONT DU GARD the local Ressourcerie or Recycling unit are taking part in this initiative and are offering a free exchange of children’s clothing for ages 0-6 at the Maison de la Pierre.
So any items offered for exchange must be in excellent condition and clean and be appropriate for Autumn or Winter.
They also mention that you don’t have to bring something to exchange, you can also chose an item to take away
They’re also accepting children’s books and DVDs.
The exchanges will be open from 0930 to 11h30, and the Maison de la Pierre is at 121 Chemin de la Garrigue..
And still at the Maison de la Pierre they’re holding what’s called a “Récup et Répare” between 09h00 and 4pm. Essentially a repair or upcycling workshop for bikes or other items to try and reduce the waste.
If you want more info about the different activities, you can check out their website
And coming up in Vers this next Saturday 23 November, the Tourist Office is organising a guided tour as part of their “Histoire de Clochers” series of walks around the local villages.
This time you’ll learn about the local quarries which provided the material to build the famous aquaduct.
The talk will also include the history of the weaving industry and how the richness of the soil between the olives and vines yields such good harvests.
The departure time is 2 30pm, the tour is in French, it’s free to attend but you will need to reserve your place either directly at the TO, and or by phone. The exact meeting location will be given to you.
04 66 22 68 88.
PONT DU GARD SITE
There’s a workshop on creating an oil lamp similar to those used in Roman times.
It starts at 2pm and suitable for 6-12 years. You will need to book a place which costs 6€/child or 12€/participating adult.
ST SIFFRET
You have until midday Friday 22 November to sign up for the Jurassic trail cross country competition called “La course des Titans” being organised by the club called Raid Attitude taking place on Sunday 24 November.
So the course will be in and around the local villages, it goes on for 18km and there’s an incline of 500m so quite a technical and demanding race.
The departure will be from the William Broche foyer at 10h00.
You can sign up on line with Run Evasion Chrono
THURS 21/11/2024
And the week long European initiative aimed at becoming more aware of general waste and recycling continues with a workshop on upcycling clothing and another on composting.
It’s taking place at the recycling centre called L’ARRU in MONTAREN between 09h00 and 3pm
There’ll be other activities throughout the Uzege area until November 24 and if you want more info, then head over to the organisation’s web site
ST QUENTIN LA POTERIE
Coming up on Thursday 28 November from 7 30pm there’s going to be an event called “Nuits de la Thermographie”.
Essentially it’s going to be a guided tour of the village pointing out the insulation or lack of as the case may be, of different houses.
If you live in St Q La P, you’ll be able to take a look at the insulation of your own home using an infra red thermal camera. and make a judgement about whether to investigate further getting some impartial advice
It’s free to take part, but you’ll need to sign up.
It’s a joint event with the Renov Occitanie CPIE du gard and the local communities. This will be followed up on Tuesday 03 December with a talk about how to make the necessary changes to improve the insulation of your property..
This will be at 6 30pm in the Salle Mendès France which is part of the CSI.
France du CSI. You can get more info and sign up by phone, email or via the web.
04 66 52 61 38
www.cpiegard.fr.
COLLIAS
There’s going to be a puppet show called « Aladin ou la lampe merveilleuse » Aladin and his magic lamp in the foyer Andre Clement at 6pm on Saturday 23 November.
It’s deemed suitable for children aged 4+ and although free you’re advised to book a place. Do note it is in French. www.uzes-pontdugard.com.
LA CAPPELLE AND MASMOLENE
The group called Chansonyme is celebrating the Beaujolais Nouveau with songs, wine and specialities from Lyon with the group “Cheval 2 Trois”.
It’s from 6pm and you’ll need to book up at the Cap’Mas
And still in La Capelle & Masmolène, coming up Friday 22 November, the group “Namaz Pamous” will be performing from 9pm in the bistro de Pays, Le Cap’Mas.
Apparently it’s a mixuture of songs, traditional lyrics, Balkan influenced jazz with a Mediterranean flavor.
The group consists of 6 musicians and 18 different instruments. Quite an eclectic collection !
UZES
The special item to view and discuss at the George Borias museum this month is an ethnic mask from the Ivory Coast.
The talk and viewing will be at 4pm and entry will cost 1,50€, but no need to book up.
The Cave du Duché is holding a special Beaujolais Nouveau evening from 7m onwards. There’ll also be other wines to taste and there’ll be oysters and cold meat and cheese platters to soak up some of the wine.
Yup, Christmas isn’t far away….and the Lion’s Club in Uzes are preparing their annual fund raising “Ronde des Pères Noel” on 20 December in support of the local Croix Rouge (Red Cross).
So dressed appropriately you can take part in an evening run or walk with the RDV point being the Ombrière theatre at 6 30pm
You can register for your entry now with Run Evasion Chrono or on the day.
FRIDAY 22/11/2024
BLAUZAC
Le café Le Central is putting on a special Karaoke Beaujolais nouveau evening.
Food and drink on sale on site, and Francky is your DJ for the evening
LA CAPELLE ET MASMOLÈNE
The group “Namaz Pamous” will be performing from 9pm in the bistro de Pays, Le Cap’Mas.
Apparently it’s a mixuture of songs, traditional lyrics, Balkan influenced jazz with a Mediterranean flavor.
The group consists of 6 musicians and 18 different instruments. Quite an eclectic collection !
UZES
Now for something completely different – the Vieux Café is hosting what’s called “Slow Sex” where you’ll find a sex therapist , a couples therapist and an emotions therapist in situ
The aim is to provide a safe place to exchange ideas, share experiences or not and be able to talk about subjects usually deemed tabou.
Entry is free although you’re advised to book a place by phone and the “café” will run between 8pm and 10pm
06 29 42 50 46
And coming up on Sunday in Uzes, the choral group called “Les Canards Sauvages” will be performing in the Temple (the Protestant church). The concert is called “Mélodies nomads” It starts at 4pm and entry will cost 12€ pp.
Monies raised will be given to the Fondation Recherche Alzeihmer
ST QUENTIN LA POTERIE
The gallery called “Label LN” will be organising a number of activities to make festive gifts.
This Saturday the 23rd, it’s a session on making little leprechauns known as “lutin” in French.
The next day, Sunday 24 November it’s making little people.
Both workshops are open to all aged 10+ and cost 30€pp
You can find out more or sign up via phone or email
06 83 27 51 93
ST SIFFRET
You have until midday Friday 22 November to sign up for the Jurassic trail cross country competition called “La course des Titans” being organised by the club called Raid Attitude taking place on Sunday 24 November.
So the course will be in and around the local villages, it goes on for 18km and there’s an incline of 500m so quite a technical and demanding race.
The departure will be from the William Broche foyer at 10h00.
You can sign up on line with Run Evasion Chrono
SATURDAY 23/11/2024
VERS PONT DU GARD
The Tourist Office is organising a guided tour as part of their “Histoire de Clochers” series of walks around the local villages.
This time you’ll learn about the local quarries which provided the material to build the famous aquaduct.
The talk will also include the history of the weaving industry and how the richness of the soil between the olives and vines yields such good harvests.
The departure time is 2 30pm, the tour is in French, it’s free to attend but you will need to reserve your place either directly at the TO, and or by phone. The exact meeting location will be given to you.
04 66 22 68 88.
ST QUENTIN LA POTERIE
The gallery called “Label LN” will be running a number of activities to make festive gifts.
This Saturday it’s a session on making little leprechauns known as “lutin” in French.
The next day, Sunday 24 November it’s making little people.
Both workshops are open to all aged 10+ and cost 30€pp
You can find out more or sign up via phone or email
06 83 27 51 93
MONTAREN
Recycling is still very much to the fore this week as the ARRU and Frip So have arranged for a morning called “Frip Ados” between 10 and 12h30.
It’s a workshop aimed at teens calling their attention to the fast fashion world and also to bring and buy some of their clothing for upcycling.
COMPS
Each year for the past 18 years Romain Rodriguez has created the most spectacular provençale nativity scene which has gained a huge following.
It doesn’t just feature the usual stable scene, it includes a whole town populated with those very popular “santons”, or little figurines.
You can view the scene until 26 January 2025 in the Comps church.
It’s open at the weekends from 10h30 until 12 and 2 until 5 30pm. Open every afternoon during the school holidays and on Christmas Day from 3 until 5 30pm
There’s a website if you’d like more info
www.lacrecheprovencaledecomps.com
REMOULINS
There’ll be a Christmas market set up infront of the Mairie open from 3pm. If you linger in town, you’ll be able to watch the fireworks display at 7 30pm. It continues through to Sunday
SUNDAY 24/11/2024
MONTRFIN
There’s a toy sale/bring and buy being organised by the club called “Happy Horse day”
It’s in the Salle Bejart from 09h00 until 5pm
POUZILHAC
There’s another toy sale/bring and buy organised by the club called Valthie. Set up in the salle de l’Ousataou from 08h30 until 4pm
And not forgetting the same set up in SERVIERS AND LABAUME from 08h00 which will be displaying toys for sale as well as many items for babies. The fair will be set up in the salle des fêtes.
UZES
The choral group called “Les Canards Sauvages” will be performing in the Temple (the Protestant church). The concert is called “Mélodies nomads” It starts at 4pm and entry will cost 12€ pp.
Monies raised will be given to the Fondation Recherche Alzeihmer
The Uzès music school’s orchestra will be giving a concert at midday in the Catherdral to celebrate Sainte Cecile’s day. Entry is free
BLAUZAC
The club called “Dé à coudre” is holding a second hand clothing and sewing flea market in the foyer called Pré de Valence between 10h00 and 5pm. There’ll also be other stall holders selling a range of handmade items.
There’s lite bites and vin chaud on sale on site
ST QUENTIN LA POTERIE
There’s a new exhibition just started called “Home Sweet Home”. It’s in the gallery Terra Viva and you’ll find the works of some 8 artists until the 5 Jan.
and still in StQLaP there’s a toy fair being held in the morning at the CSI centre social intercomunal – that’s between 09h00 and 1pm. There’s also going to be a talk about the life cycle of clothing which is open to children aged 7-12 years. That’ll be from 10h00 until 12 noon
MONDAY 25/11/2024
ST QUENTIN LA POTERIE
Coming up on Thursday 28 November from 7 30pm there’s going to be an event called “Nuits de la Thermographie”.
Essentially it’s going to be a guided tour of the village pointing out the insulation or lack of as the case may be, of different houses.
If you live in St Q La P, you’ll be able to take a look at the insulation of your own home using an infra red thermal camera. and make a judgement about whether to investigate further getting some impartial advice
It’s free to take part, but you’ll need to sign up.
It’s a joint event with the Renov Occitanie CPIE du gard and the local communities. This will be followed up on Tuesday 03 December with a talk about how to make the necessary changes to improve the insulation of your property..
This will be at 6 30pm in the Salle Mendès France which is part of the CSI.
France du CSI. You can get more info and sign up by phone, email or via the web.
04 66 52 61 38
www.cpiegard.fr.
UZES
Depending on your level of expertise with the French language, you might like to join up with the Cine Club of Uzège. The sessions start off with an intro to the film and at the end there’s a Q&A.
This Monday they’ll be showing the iconic French film “Les vacances de Monsieur Hulot” with Jacques Tati
Made in 1953 in black and white it’s a comedy telling the story about an ordinary working chap going on holiday to the seaside and the various encounters and gaffes he makes.
It’s fairly simple to understand and it’ll gives you a fascinating glimpse into the French culture and life of the time.
Entry costs 7€ and you need to be at the Capitol cinema for the film starting at 8pm
www.cinemacapitole.fr
BLAUZAC
The organization called “Soirees de Jazz de Blauzac” has organised an evening with the band the “Yellbows” taking place in the foyer at 8pm
They produce a New Orleans jazz sound.
Tickets for the concert can be purchased on line and you’ll find the address on my What’s On.
https://www.billetweb.fr/yellbows
TUESDAY 26/11/2024
It’s time for the annual Téléthon which takes place Friday 29 November ,Saturday 30 November and Sunday 01 December across France with thousands of fund raising events being organised nationally.
The Téléthon was created in 1987 by 2 fathers whose sons were suffering from Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
It’s grown and grown and now combines nearly 30 hours of programmes on French TV together with thousands of fund raising events throughout the country. Monies raised go towards research to fight diseases, particularly amongst children.
A few days after the event the total amount raised will be published.
Here’s a few of the events coming up in Uzès:
UZES
There’s going to be a pop/rock band called Red Cloud at the Salon Malraux on Friday 29th December from 7.30pm onwards.
There’s plenty of activity being organised at the Aerodrom d’Uzes-Belvézet on 30th November:
Taster flights, a little trip in the 2CV, a sky and sun observation, model planes, a display of planes, 2CVs, mobylettes, a trip in a jeep etc.
La Mini compagnie from the Forum Danse will be doing a special performance of “La belle et la Bête” (Beauty and the Beast) in the Mairie courtyard between 11h00 and 12h00 on Sunday 01 December.
Tickets are already on sale at the Tourist Office, priced at 10€ pp.
The Université Populaire is organizing a fund raising evening walk around the historic town centre.
Meeting at 6pm on the Place du Duché for a little tour which is under 1 km. They expect you to donate a minimum of 3€ to take part. There’ll be a big pot on site for your donation. At the end there’s a welcome drink.
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