What’s On 09/06 – 15/06

 

Tuesday 9 June:

Vers Pont du Gard:

Le Jardin d’Alix is offering a new garden get-together this Wednesday June 10th. From 9 am to 2 pm, you’ll find plenty to browse with a market of producers and artisans, and you’ll be able to enjoy a lunch using the fresh produce in the shade of the olive trees including stuffed courgette flowers cooked by the chef from the restaurant « les Roses blanches ». And if you’re in the mood you can do some apricot picking! You’ll find all the details at: lejardindalix.fr// 06 23 81 83 52.

Sanilhac et Sagriès :

Have you ever wondered what the difference was between a swallow and a swift? Come find out on a walk Wednesday evening from the village to the gorges in the Gardon nature reserve to discover these fascinating birds that spend their life in flight. It’s a 3-hour walk starting at 5 pm on Wednesday 9 June, and it’s free with booking by phone or email. // 06 27 03 30 84. gardon@cen-occitanie.org. www.cen-occitanie.org.

Earlier in the day, still in Sanilhac, you can enjoy a poetic walk through the Gorges du Gardon from 10 am to 4:30 pm. You’ll discover the exceptional site of la Baume on this immersive, sensory walk, with relaxing pauses, writing games, and inspiring readings along the way as well as an opportunity for a dip in the river. It’s free, with booking by phone or email. // 07 49 08 96 08. reliances.nature@etik.com.

Bouscarasse

And finally, for those who want to spend a fun day just cooling off in the water, in just ten days’ time the Bouscarasse Water Park will be opening on 20th of June. Enveloped by the green of trees and blue of the water, the whole family can enjoy a fun day in this children’s paradise. There are basins, waterfalls, fountains, water chutes and lazy rivers – as well as shaded free parking. Definitely a place to escape the heat. It’s a 20 minutes’ drive from Uzès just past Serviers-et-Labaume. Prices range from 15-20 euros for the day.

 

Wednesday 10 June:

The “Rallye Decouverte” through some of the Gard’s most beautiful villages will set off next Saturday, 13 June. Using your own vehicle, you will travel 60 km and discover the villages of La Roque-sur-Cèze, Aiguèze, Montclus and Lussan. The cost is €15 per team. For information and registration, call or email: 04 66 39 44 45. contact@provenceoccitanie.com.

Starting this Wednesday the Pont du Gard “Communauté des Communes” is once again offering its “sea buses”. From Wednesday, 10 June, until 9 September, this bus service will take you to La Grande Motte, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer or Le Grau-du-Roi for €1 return. Registration must be completed through your Mairie. Additional information and the timetable are available on the CCPG website or by phone: 04 66 37 67 67. cc-pontdugard.fr.

Vers Pont du Gard:

Le Jardin d’Alix is hosting another garden gathering this Wednesday. From 9 am to 2 pm, you can browse a market of local producers and artisans, enjoy lunch in the shade of the olive trees featuring stuffed courgette flowers prepared by the chef from “Les Roses Blanches”, and if you are so inclined, you can pick apricots. For full details: lejardindalix.fr// 06 23 81 83 52.

Uzès:

Ticket are now on sale for the twelfth annual “Jazz en Uzège” festival. The first concert will take place in Saint-Maximin on Friday 3 July, and the festival will continue on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July in Blauzac. You’ll find the full programme on their website at www.soireesdeblauzac.com. Tickets cost €20 per adult and €12 for children under 12.

Arpaillargues and Aureilhac

Also planning ahead for September! Registration is now open for Arpaillargues and Aureilhac’s first annual “Courir pour Guerir” or “Run to Better Health” race. The race takes place on Sunday September the 209^th as part of the Telethon. You can choose to do either an 11 km race or a 5 km walk . Registration is via the Run Evasion Chrono website. https://run-evasionchrono.com/courir-pour-guerir-2/

Thursday 11 June:

Collias:

If you’d like to know more about birds of prey in our garrigue ecosystem, the Syndicat Mixte des Gorges du Gardon is offering a guided visit this Thursday morning, from 09.00 to 11.30 this morning. The walk is free, but you must book in advance on the website: www.gorgesdugardon.fr.// 04 48 27 01 00.

Uzès:

To mark the opening of its guinguette, Ferme des Clos d’Uzès is offering a discovery walk around its fields, with an opportunity to learn all about organic and local farming, ecology, biodiversity and health. The evening costs €25 per person and includes an organic meal, made with all local produce. It starts at 6 pm this Thursday and booking is available by phone or via the website: fermedesclosduzes.fr. // 06 38 70 18 90.

St Chaptes:

Les “Jeudis du Champ de Foire” has dance, music and boules for you this week. The group “Black Angel” will provide a country dance demonstration. A boules competition and outdoor games will also be offered. The evening begins at 7 pm, with food available on site.

Fons-sur-Lussan:

The association Fons Culture invites you to a concert in the temple this Thursday evening as part of the Guitare en Cévennes festival. Six talented artists will come together for a refreshing programme with South American influences. Admission is free, and the concert begins at 8.30 pm. A hat will be passed around for contributions. More details can be found at: guitareencevennes3.wixsite.com/Festival.

Meynes:

This summer Domaine Galus is bringing back its “Vinimix” evenings starting on Saturday, 13 June, and then every Thursday evening throughout the summer. You’ll enjoy music, wines from the estate, and food, all in a lovely guinguette atmosphere. // www.domainegalus.fr. 06 21 15 85 83.

Friday 12 June:

Uzès:

This Friday morning you have the chance to visit and discover more about the Roman Eure water spring and its catchment basin. The Romans of the ancient city of Nemausus (now Nîmes) began building this vast aqueduct to bring water to that city in 50 AD. This exceptional feat of Roman engineering carried water from the Eure spring all the way to Nîmes, crossing the famous Pont du Gard. This « return to the source » tour will also be an opportunity to explore the bucolic and serene Eure Valley. It’s 8 euros per person, setting off at 9:45am for a two-hour walk alongside the archaeological remains of this Roman structure; make sure to wear good walking shoes. You can book online or directly at the Uzès tourist office. www.uzes-pontdugard.com.// 04 66 22 68 88.

St Quentin la Poterie:

A poetic walk in the woods at St Quentin is being offered this Friday afternoon. Expect an immersive, sensory stroll, with relaxation breaks, writing games and readings of inspiring texts along the way. It is free but with advance booking please and will take place from 2 pm to 4.30 pm. Registration is by phone: 07 49 08 96 08, or by email: reliances.nature@etik.com.

Vallabrix:

La fête de la Brigande, the village’s folkloric totem, is happening this Saturday in the village. To mark the occasion, children from the school will be performing a play at 6.30pm in the church square. Food will be available from 7.30pm, and then “Bal à Facettes” will get everyone dancing from 8pm to carry on this family-friendly festive evening.

Moussac:

La Guinguette de Moussac is offering an evening with a rumba soundtrack this Saturday night. The group “Rumba Nova” will also play Bossa Nova, Salsa, Pop and Rock by the riverside under a shaded terrace. Table reservations should be made by phone. // 07 59 79 87 73. Until 30 July, La Guinguette will offer a different concert every first Saturday of the month and every last Thursday until the 30^th July.

Montaren:

The village of Montaren is hosting a great weekend devoted to Argentine tango. The programme includes three days of workshops, music and open-air milongas. Information and registration are available from Aria Tango at: www.ariatango.com.

Saturday 13 June:

Uzès:

The “Association Française du Cheval Barbe “is organising a Model and Gaits competition as well as a stallion grading session at the Haras this weekend. Details of these events are available at: afcbarbe.fr.

La Bastide d’Engras:

The Orthodox community of Domaine de Solan is offering you the chance to discover its estate, its wine production and its church this Saturday morning. This visit costs €3.50 per person, beginning at 10 am and will be followed by a wine tasting in the cellar. Booking must be made online via the tourist office website // www.uzes-pontdugard.com. 04 66 82 99 12.

At The Pont du Gard

A full day of sports is on offer this Saturday at the Pont du Gard. On the programme are Kangoo Jumps, circuit training, a light lunch, a short hike and then a swim. There are several options available, costing from 27 to 42 euros per person. There’s a number to call for information and booking. // 06 69 15 77 47.

Blauzac:

Le P’tit festival of song and poetry welcomes you this Saturday at the Château de Blauzac. Novelist and poet Lucie Land will lead writing workshops, give readings, and perform poetry with various musicians. Multi-instrumentalist Scott Taylor will play the accordion, concertina, trumpet, flutes and kalimba. It runs from 5 pm to 11 pm. Admission is €5. More information by phone or via the Écrilire association website. // 06 33 40 64 31. Écrilire.wixsite.com.

Arpaillargues:

Head over to Arpaillargues this Saturday for an evening of intellectual comedy! The play «échec aux rois», written by Jean-Pierre Martinez and performed by the amateur troupe «Placement libre» at 8pm. This is a witty comedy in which eight characters tear each other apart, in a plot full of humour and satire, offering a reflection on the mechanisms of power and the excesses of political life. The performance is this Saturday at 8pm at the salle Polyvalente of Arpaillargues, with a free contribution. // 06 19 74 60 29.

Sanilhac:

The musical restaurant “La Clé” is offering a concert by the group “Garlic Heads” this Saturday evening. The programme features 1990s alternative rock and you can order a meal or a snack from the restaurant’s a la carte menu. Booking by phone is recommended. // 04 66 58 56 94.

Moussac:

La Guinguette de Moussac is offering an evening with a rumba soundtrack this Saturday night. The group “Rumba Nova” will also play bossa nova, salsa, pop and rock by the riverside under a shaded terrace. Table reservations should be made by phone. // 07 59 79 87 73. Until 30 July, La Guinguette will offer a different concert every first Saturday of the month and every last Thursday of the month.

Sunday 14 June:

St Hippolyte de Montaigu:

Several associations will be gathering in the mairie of St Hippolyte’s car park to showcase what they do, including the Saint HippoClub with its summer yoga classes running from July 6^th to August 15th, as well as the sessions planned for the next back-to-school rentrée. // 06 19 71 73 79.

Also in St Hippolyte, the association La Ronde de l’Amitié, which offers activities and helps combat isolation among older people, is organising its vide grenier this Sunday. It is a good cause to come along and support.// 06 17 21 02 04.

Uzès:

As part of the Dimanches d’Uzès, there will be another artisan day, this time devoted to woodworking. It will take place in the Place aux Herbes. Wood workers and craftspeople will showcase their skills and knowledge here throughout the day. // 04 66 03 48 56.

If you’re in the mood for a lazy day outdoors with your neighbours and some music, La Journée Champêtre des Uzétiens – a friendly gathering of community outdoors – is on this Sunday in the Vallée de l’Eure. The municipal council is inviting the people of Uzès from 11am onwards, to share a day together with lunch in a joyful musical atmosphere with the band La Peña de Fuego. Entry is free but call for more information. // 04 66 03 48 56.

Remoulins/Pont du Gard:

This Sunday, Les Crickets de Remoulins are organising their 24th mountain bike ride at the Pont du Gard. You can choose from three mountain bike routes and a 10 km walking route. Prices range from €6 for the walk to €10 for the VTT ride. Departure is from the Remoulins Maison des Associations. Registration and information by phone or email. // 06 82 78 45 45. vtt.crickets@yahoo.fr.

Masmolène:

The association for the restoration of La Chapelle de la Tour, is offering the cello and keyboard duo concert “Schubert Meets Jazz” with Anne Piffard and Sébastien Germain. You can catch it this Sunday at the Chapelle de la Tour at 6 pm. For more information call or email. // 06 08 29 08 56. medievalechapelle@gmail.com.

Monday 15 June:

Don’t forget that as of last Wednesday you are now able to get to the beach for one euro! The Communauté de Communes du Pont du Gard is once again offering its «bus de la mer» shuttle to the sea through to the 9^th of September. You have the option of stopping at La Grande Motte, Les Saintes Maries or Le Grau du Roi for just 1 euro return fare. You sign up with your own mairie but can find details and timetables on the CCPG website or give them a call. //04 66 37 67 67. cc-pontdugard.fr.

Uzès

A guided tour of the historic centre of Uzès is on offer A guided visit of the historic centre of Uzès is on offer this Monday morning. You’ll hear the fabulous story of the first Duchy of France in one of the Gard’s most beautiful architectural settings. The visit runs from 9:45 to 11:45am, costs 8 euros per person, and is free for those under 15. Booking is online or by at www.uzes-pontdugard.com. // 04 66 22 68 88.

The exhibition “Treasures from the heritage collection, artists’ books and artists’ book objects” can be seen at the Uzès media library until 26 June. These books explore creative gesture through painting, engraving and sculpture, often accompanied by poetic texts for unique works. // 04 66 03 02 03.

Sictomu is adapting the opening hours of all its recycling centres until 31 August. They are now open continuously from 7 am to 2 pm to make things easier during the hot weather. Opening days remain unchanged, and the Uzès recycling centre will continue to open on Sunday mornings from 8.30 am to 11.45 am. All the information is available at: www.sictomu.fr.

St Laurent la Vernède:

The Festival de la Tave will begin this Thursday for four days of concerts, musical walks and festive moments across the four communes of St Laurent la Vernède, Pougnadoresse, La Bruguière and La Bastide d’Engras. Details of the programme are available at chansonyme.fr. This is a free event.

Tuesday 16 June:

Uzès:

A discovery tour of the Pichon ceramics collection at the Georges Borias Museum is being offered this Tuesday afternoon. This guided visit will be followed by a visit to the Maison Pichon workshop and showroom. A vehicle is required to reach the workshop. It takes place from 2 pm to 4 pm and costs €3 per person. Booking is recommended by email: musee@uzes.fr. Or by phone on 04 66 22 40 23.

St Maximin and Blauzac:

Planning ahead for music in July, ticket sales are now open for the twelfth edition of the “Jazz en Uzège” festival. The first concert will take place in St Maximin on Friday 3 July, and the festival will continue on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July in Blauzac. Full programme details are available at www.soireesdeblauzac.com. Unnumbered seated tickets cost €20 per adult and €12 for children under 12.

Anduze:

To mark its 170th anniversary, La Bambouseraie en Cévennes is currently hosting the open-air exhibition “La Vue du Ciel”, an aerial portrait of our planet by photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand. Bambouseraie.fr

Remoulins:

The Mairie’s summer food truck evenings are under way on the forecourt of the town hall. This is a must-attend event every Tuesday evening in summer until 4 August. // 04 66 37 14 50. accueil@remoulins.fr.