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21 November"

What's On Today: Saturday, November 21, 2009

AngloINFO French Alps' comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the region, with events, music, sport and more…
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01 Belley (website)
Art & Exhibitions
Pottery Workshop
Every Sun, Sat
Pottery and ceramics by Jacques Bro available for viewing at the Atelier de l'oiseau workshop in Marignieu. Pre-booking by telephone is recommended. Tel: 04 79 42 22 18.
Wood Burning
Every day
Opportunity to see the work of craftsman Jacques Gouillet, who specialises in wood burning, at his workshop in Thoys, Arbignieu. Booking in advance essential. Tel: 04 79 81 03 89.
01 Bourg-en-Bresse (website)
Events & Festivals
Fête Foraine de la St. Martin
From: Saturday, November 07, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009
The traditional St. Martin funfair returns for all the thrills and spills for both adults and children. Venue: Fairground, Avenue du Champ de Foire. Contact: Service municipal des regies. Tel: 04 74 45 70 75.
Music: World & Folk
Pascal Lamour in Concert
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Pascal Lamour with his take on traditional Breton music is on tour and comes to Bourg-en-Bresse. Venue: La Tannerie, 123 Place de la Vinaigrerie. Tel: 04 74 21 04 55 Fax : 04 74 21 97 86 . Tickets: €5 - €13 available online.
01 Buellas (website)
Walks & Visits
Botanical Park Of La Teyssonnière
From: Sunday, September 13, 2009 To: Thursday, September 30, 2010
The 18th century landscape park on 15 acres assembled the most beautiful collection of moor plants of Maharashtra. More than 300 varieties of rhododendron, azalea and andromeda dazzling display their blossoming in May. French garden, romantic garden, garden and labyrinth Français. The Japanese garden has been planned according to the rules of the Japanese Masters. Open: Groups (25) Every day by appointment: €4.90. Individuals: From 1st to 31st May: Official Holidays and Sunday from 14:00-19:00. Price: Adults €6, Children (under 10) €3. Tel: 04 74 24 26 41
01 Divonne-les-Bains (website)
Art & Exhibitions
The Great War
From: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 To: Monday, November 23, 2009
This exhibit summarizes in broad strokes a fundamental period of the history of France and world history, organized and paid by the ONAC (National Office of Veterans Affairs). Venue: Médiathèque Correspondances, Esplanade du Lac, 181 avenue de la plage. Tel: 04 50 99 02 91 Email: mediatheque@divonne.fr
01 Ferney-Voltaire (website)
Art & Exhibitions
The Pottery of Ferney
From: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 To: Thursday, December 31, 2009
Exhibition of local pottery and its history, the exhibition also includes several pieces by Rene Nicole. Venue: Salle des Colonnes de l’Hôtel de Ville. Tel. : 0450 40 18 56 Open: Throughout the year Monday to Friday 08:00-12:00 and 14:00 and 18:00 (17:00 on Friday). Entry: Free.
01 Mont Jura (website)
Sports & Skiing
Luge - 4 Seasons
From: Sunday, October 11, 2009 To: Friday, January 03, 2014
Luge track open all year round, suitable for children (3 years and over) and adults. Opening times vary. Contact: Monts-Jura Tourist Information. Tel: 04 50 20 91 43. Fax: 04 50 20 93 95. Email: infotourisme@monts-jura.com
01 Oyonnax (website)
Art & Exhibitions
It's plastic: 150 years of plastic material creation
From: Thursday, February 19, 2009 To: Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Exhibition at the Comb and Plastic museum in the Centre Culturel Aragon, Place George Pompidou. Contact the museum for further information and opening times. Entry is €3, with concessions available. Tel: 04 74 81 96 82.
01 St-Didier-sur-Chalaronne
Walks & Visits
Les Jardins Aquatiques
From: Sunday, September 13, 2009 To: Sunday, October 31, 2010
A multitude of ponds, cascades, fountains are displayed one the site. A 3,000 m2 lake is at the heart of the park where giant Gunnera with 2 meters diameter leaves andthe parks famous 80 cm Japanese Koï carps can be seen. Open: Tuesday at Saturday : 9:30-11:30 and 14:00-18:30 (17:30 in winter). From March to October 30th: Also open Sundays and bank holidays: 14:00-18:00. Closed Monday (except bank holidays in season). Price: €3 over 16. €1.50 children 6 to 15. Free for the children up to 5 years and handicapped persons. Phone: 04 74 04 03 09
05 Chorges (website)
Food & Drink Events
Fête de Beaujolais
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Cold Buffet and entertainment in the village hall to celebrate the new Beaujolais wine. Tel : 04 92 50 28 12
05 Gap (website)
Sports & Skiing
Ice Hockey
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Gap v Briancon Venue: Patinoire Brown-Ferrand, La Blâche. Time: 20:30 Tickets: €7 to 10€ For further information Tel : 04 92 53 71
38 Grenoble (website)
Antiques & Vide Greniers
Brocante Hoche
Every Sat
Second-hand market held on the first Saturday of every month in the quartier Hoche next to the library from 08:00-18:00. Tel: 04 76 42 41 41.
Art & Exhibitions
The Lives of Workers in Isere from the 18th to the 21st Century
From: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 To: Sunday, January 31, 2010
Historical exhibition of local industries at the Musée Dauphinois, 30 Rue Maurice-Gignoux. Tel: 04 57 58 89 01.
Children's Events
Jardin de Glace
Every Sun, Sat From: Sunday, September 02, 2007 To: Sunday, April 25, 2010
Every Saturday and Sunday morning the ice rink is reserved for accompanied children up to the age of 10 with activities and games. From 10:00-13:30 at the Polesud ice rink, Avenue d'Innsbruck. Tel: 04 76 39 25 00.
Events & Festivals
Festival des 38e Rugissants
From: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 To: Saturday, November 28, 2009
The event is organised by the Musée de Grenoble and each year a diverse range of performers, from Taiwanese aboriginals to globe-trotting musicologists. The 2009 programme focuses on the relationship between music and poetry. Email: contact@38rugissants.com Tel: 04 76 51 12 92
Music: Jazz, Blues & Soul
Jazz and Wine
From: Friday, October 02, 2009 To: Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wine tasting in a jazzy atmosphere on the first Friday in the month. Venue: St Germain Lounge K-Fé, 146 Cours Berriat. Email:stgermainkfe@yahoo.fr Tel: 06 10 83 79 66
Sports & Skiing
Football Match
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
League 1 Team GF38 v Lyon. Time: 19:00 Venue: Stade des Alpes, avenue de Valmy. BP 352. Tickets: €10 to €38 available online.
Ice Hockey
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Grenoble v Dijon. Venue: Patinoire Pôle Sud, Avenue d'Innsbruck. Time: 20:00 Tickets: 7€ to 18€. Tel: 04 76 23 98 74
38 Vienne (website)
Art & Exhibitions
Raymond Hanizet
Every day
Opportunity to meet the artist and view his works in a private viewing at his studio at 21 Rue de 24 Avril 1915. Booking in advance essential. Tel: 04 74 85 11 81.
Museum and Archeological Site - St-Roman-en-Gal
Every day
Mosaics, murals, local and imported ceramics are displayed in a modern museum building in St-Roman-en-Gal. Entry is €4 with concessions available. Contact the museum for further information. Tel: 04 74 53 74 00.
Textiles Museum
Every day
Museum displaying examples of local textile work from the eighteenth and ninteenth centuries, including a history of their production and the original machinery used for fabric construction. At Espace Saint-Germain, Avenue du général Leclerc. Entry is €2.20 with concessions available. Contact the museum for further information. Tel: 04 74 85 73 37.
Music: Jazz, Blues & Soul
Kyle EastWood Band
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Kyle Eastwood (son of Clint Eastwood) He is an internationally respected bass player and band leader and has produced three highly-acclaimed CDs. He composed three pieces of music for the blockbuster 'Million Dollar Baby'. Venue: Theatre de Vienne, 4 rue Chantelouve, 38200 Vienne. Tel: 04 74 85 00 05 Email: contact@theatredevienne.com Tickets: 15€.
38 Vizille (website)
Walks & Visits
Museum of the French Revolution
From: Sunday, September 13, 2009 To: Thursday, September 30, 2010
Museum dedicated to the French Revolution housed at the Chateau de Vizille. Parklands of over 100 hectares which is home to a wildlife reserve. Open all year. From January to May and from September to December - Daily except Tuesdays and 01 May. Time: 09:00 or 10:00 to 17:00 or 19:00. according to the season. June, July and August: open daily from 09:00 to 20:00. Entry: Free with Audio guide in English complimentary. Petite train tour of the park: €2.50. Tel. 04.76.68.07.35 Fax. 04.76.68.08.53 Email: musee.revolution @ cg38.fr
73 Albertville (website)
Art & Exhibitions
Exhibition
From: Saturday, November 07, 2009 To: Saturday, November 28, 2009
Exhibition of work by Marie Salce : 'laboratoire caractériel' Venue: P'tit Bar, 12 rue Joseph Mugnier. Tel : 04 79 32 49 02. Time: from 10:00.
Sports & Skiing
Womens Basketball
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
N2 Women's Basketball - Albertville v St. Chamond. Venue: Gymnasium of the Combe de Savoie. Further information from: Tourist Office d'Albertville. Tel: 04 79 32 04 22. Email: tourisme@albertville.com
73 Chambéry (website)
Walks & Visits
Garden Of Les Charmettes
From: Sunday, September 13, 2009 To: Thursday, September 30, 2010
Jardin des Charmettes : a French style garden rehabilitated in 1993, presenting a collection of medicinal plants, herbs, vegetable gardens and orchards of the 18th century. Open: Everyday. Price: Free. Tel: 04 79 33 39 44 Fax: 04 79 60 22 20
73 Doucy-en-Bauges (website)
Music: Classical & Opera
Musique et Nature en Bauges
Every day
Diego Ortiz, Desprez, Lucas Ruiz de Riabayaz, José Marin, Juan Hidalgo Josquin perform traditional music of Morocco and Turkey. Information and reservations: festival@lesbauges.com. Tel: 04 79 54 84 28.The concert starts at 21:00. Venue: Église de Doucy-en-Bauges
73 Moutiers
Art & Exhibitions
Photographic Exhibition
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Monday, November 02, 2009 To: Monday, November 30, 2009
Photographic exhibition of the nature of Sylviane at the tourist information office, Place Saint Pierre. Tel: 04 79 24 04 23 Open: 09:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 18:30.
Music: Classical & Opera
Concert de la Saint Cecile
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Concert by l'Harmonie de Moutiers to celebrate the fete des musicians. Venue: Salle Maurice Calloc'h. Time: 20:45 Contact: 06.85.29.86.96
73 Tignes (website)
Social & Community Events
All Day English Breakfast
Every Sat
TC's Bar in Le Lavachet serves a full English breakfast for €10, all day from 10:00 every Saturday. Live sports will also be screened in the bar all day.
74 Annecy (website)
Antiques & Vide Greniers
Brocante
Every Sun, Sat
Second-hand goods market held on the last Saturday of every month in the old town and arts market at the quai du Semnoz. Tel: 04 50 33 88 88.
74 Chamonix Mont-Blanc (website)
Sports & Skiing
Ice Hockey
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Chamonix v Neuilly/Marne. Venue: Patinoire Richard Bozon, 165, Route de la Patinoire. Time: 20:30. For further information Tel: 04 50 53 11 57
74 Morzine-Avoriaz (website)
Sports & Skiing
Ice Hockey
On: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Morzine v Amiens. Time: 20:30 Venue: Palais des Sports, 502 route du palais des sports, Tickets €12 available online. Tel: 04 50 75 78 21
74 Samoens (website)
Walks & Visits
Botanical Garden La Jaÿsinia
From: Sunday, September 13, 2009 To: Friday, December 31, 2010
Unique in its kind in the Alps, the botanical garden reunites no less than 5000 different species of mountain flowers. Open: From May 1st to October 31 from 8 to 12 a.m. and from 1:30 to 7 p.m. From November 1st to April 30 from 8 to 12 a.m. and from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. The garden is closed during the snow period. Prices : information available at the Tourist Office. Tel: 04 50 34 40 28
74 Thonon-Les-Bains (website)
Art & Exhibitions
A Look at Istanbul
From: Saturday, October 03, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009
The exhibition takes a look at life in the city of Istanbul and is on at the Ethic Etapes, Avenue de Neuvecelle. Time: 09:00 to 20:00. Admission: Free. Tel: 04 50 75 35 87.
Arte natura
Every Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Sunday, October 25, 2009 To: Sunday, December 27, 2009
The second of four exhibitions illustrating the Art and Nature cycle, Arte Natura is a collection of works that follow in the footsteps of Land art and Arte Povera, two avantgardist movements from the 1960’s and 1970’s. Venue: Chapelle de la Visitation, Espace d’art contemporain, rue des Granges. Time: 14:30 - 18:00 Entrance: Free
74 Vaulx
Art & Exhibitions
Secret Gardens
Every day
Opportunity to see the intricate gardens created by Nicole and Alain Moumen. At Hameau de Lagnat, see the website for opening times. Entry is €7.50 with concessions available. Tel: 04 50 60 53 18.
Local the French Alps markets taking place today
01 Ambérieu-en-Bugey (website)
General Market
Every Wed, Fri, Sat
General market held in Amberieu-en-Bugey. Tel: 04 74 38 36 19.
01 Bourg-en-Bresse (website)
General Market
Every Sat
Saturday market held every week. Tel: 04 74 23 06 28.
01 Gex (website)
General Market
Every Sat
General market held in Gex every Saturday. Tel: 04 50 41 53 85.
01 Nantua (website)
General Market
Every Sat
General market held every Saturday. tel: 04 74 75 00 05.
01 Oyonnax (website)
General Market
Every Mon, Sat
A general market is held every Monday and Saturday at Oyonnax. Tel: 04 74 77 94 46.
05 Embrun (website)
General Market
Every Wed, Sat
Weekly general market every Wednesday and Saturday. Tel: 04 92 43 54 06.
05 Gap (website)
General Market
Every Sat
Gap hosts a general market every Saturday morning in Place Marcellin and zone pietonne. Tel: 04 92 52 56 56.
05 Serres
General Market
Every Sat
Serres hosts a general market every Saturday. Tel: 04 92 67 00 67.
38 Bourg-d'Oisans (website)
Weekly Market
Every Sat
The general market spreads from the central streets twards the river bank with a selection of local produce and hardware.
38 Champ-sur-Drac
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market held every Saturday in Place Emile Zola.
38 Clelles
Marche Alimentaire
Every Wed, Sat
Food market held on a Wednesday and Saturday morning in the Place de la Mairie. Tel: 04 76 34 43 09.
38 Froges (website)
Marche Alimentaire et Mixte
Every Sat
Food and general market held on Saturday mornings in Place de Brignoud. Tel: 04 76 71 40 65.
38 Grenoble (website)
Market
Every Sat
Agricultural produce, poultry and general items will be sold at the weekly market in Villeneuve de Grenoble every Saturday morning. Tel: 04 76 09 09 52.
38 La Batie-Montgascon (website)
Marche Alimentaire et Mixte
Every Sat
Food and general market held every Saturday morning in Place de la Mairie. Tel: 04 74 83 08 99.
38 La Tour-du-Pin
Marche Alimentaire et Mixte
Every Sat
Food and general market held in the town centre. Tel: 04 74 97 14 87.
38 Tullins (website)
Marche Alimentaire et Mixte
Every Sat
Food and general market held on Saturday mornings in Place du Docteur Valois.
73 Aix-Les-Bains (website)
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market held every Saturday. Tel: 04 79 88 68 00.
73 Ambilly (website)
Market
Every Sat
Ambilly hosts a food and general market every Saturday. Tel: 04 50 38 05 26.
73 Bonneval-sur-Arc (website)
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market every Saturday. Tel: 04 79 05 95 95.
73 Bourg-St-Maurice
Market
Every Sat
Bourg-St-Maurice hosts a food and general market every Saturday.
73 Chambéry (website)
Market
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Food and general market held in Chambery.
73 Les Saisies (website)
Market
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Market for general and regional produce in the town centre. Tel: 04 79 38 90 30.
73 Montvalezan
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market at Montvalezan every Saturday. Tel: 04 79 06 83 20.
73 St-Jean-de-Maurienne (website)
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market held every Saturday. Tel: 04 79 83 42 10.
73 Ugine (website)
Market
Every Sat
Ugine hosts a food and general market every Saturday. Tel: 04 79 37 56 33.
74 Chamonix Mont-Blanc (website)
Market
Every Sat
Food and general market held on Saturday at Chamonix. Tel: 04 50 53 00 24.
74 Mieussy (website)
General Market
Every Sat
General market held on Saturdays. Tel: 04 50 43 02 72.
74 Reignier
General Market
Every Sat
Reignier hosts a general market every Saturday. Tel: 04 50 43 40 03.
74 Sallanches (website)
General Market
Every Sat
Sallanches hosts a general market every Saturday 8:00-12:00. Tel: 04 50 58 04 25.
74 St-Julien-en-Genevois (website)
General Market
Every Sat
Saturday market held every week. Tel: 04 50 35 14 14.
74 Thônes
Market
Every Sat
Weekly food market in the town centre, 08:00-13:00.
74 Veigy-Foncenex (website)
General Market
Every Sat
Weekly market held on Saturdays.
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