Here is a selection of activities to do alone, with family or friends, from Thursday May 9 to Sunday May 12, in Corrèze.
The sun is finally here, we must take advantage of it to get some fresh air, dance, laugh, learn… This second weekend in May promises to be full of events in Corrèze. To help you see things a little more clearly, here are our favorites and some ideas for outings.
1. Everyone brings their strawberries to Beaulieu-sur-DordogneThis Sunday, May 12, you have to bring your strawberry back to Beaulieu. Archive photo: Stéphanie Para.
They say that “True discipline is picking strawberries without eating a single one.” Sunday May 12, no one will be disciplined in Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, especially since the weather is expected to be very favorable for the 31st edition of the Strawberry Festival, which promises good attendance. the Limousin capital of strawberries, even if today the production of this spring fruit is less important The six producers who will be present on Sunday continue to work with very high quality strawberries, sold at around 10 euros per kilo.
On the program of the Festival : a bouquet of street entertainment with folk groups, bandas, 60 exhibitors, demonstration of birds of prey, etc… With, as a highlight, the traditional tasting of the famous giant strawberry tart with its 8 meters in diameter. In 2017, we made a 30 m long, 1,500 slice pie in Beaulieu which is still in the Guinness Book of Records!
Strawberry production spread to the Dordogne valley in the 19th century. For a long time, vine strawberries were grown there in the shade of the vines. But with the arrival of mildew and phylloxera, the vines were ravaged and the economy collapsed. Farmers therefore turned to mixed farming and in particular the cultivation of small fruits, including strawberries. The peak of Bellocoise strawberry farming was between 1950 and 1970. In 1989, this production gave the idea to the sub-prefect of Brive to organize an event to promote the image of the commune and the entire canton. During the first edition of the Strawberry Festival, 30,000 spectators watched the cutting of the giant tart cooked in an oven specially built for the occasion by EDF.
2. A trip in 1225 to the Tours de Merle
Take your time machine and dive into the heart of the Middle Ages! Hélis de Merle invites you to follow her on this day in the year 1225 to discover the secrets of the fortress of Tours de Merle and its inhabitants. Until Sunday May 12, at 3 p.m., dramatized visit to the castrum erected on its rocky spur, in Saint-Geniez-ô-Merle. Prices: €9.50 adults, €6.50 from 6 to 15 years old (free – 6 years old). Reservations on toursdemerle.fr. At 11 a.m., classic guided tour. More information on 05.55.28.27.66.
Merle’s tricks reveal their secrets. Photo Agnès Gaudin
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3. A traditional ball in Serandon
At the activity center, L’Arbre du Renard, Saturday May 11: from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., introduction to traditional dances; at 8:30 p.m., traditional dance with STEP (Service Trad pour Envoûter les Pieds), a group from Haute Corrèze and elsewhere, and Michel Corgeron, accordion and diatonic harmonica. Free entry (€5 membership to the association), refreshment bar and catering on site.
Who is this young Corrézienne who will represent France in Sweden for a musical springboard?
4. Raptors on show at the Château de VentadourA falconry show is offered at the Château de Ventadour.
Presentation of birds of prey and flight demonstration by Les Grandes Ailles Corréziennes, this Thursday, May 9 at 2:30 p.m., at the Château de Ventadour, in Moustier-Ventadour. All audiences, adults: €5, 6-16 years: €3, – 6 years: free.
5. Six garage sales in Corrèze On May 1, the Larche garage sale was spoiled by rain. Photo: Stéphanie Para BROCANTE / LEISURE / SECOND HAND / USED / PURCHASE / PURCHASING POWER / VINTAGE /
Where to hunt this weekend? Thursday May 9, in Allassac, Condat-sur-Ganaveix and Monceaux-sur-Dordogne; Saturday May 11, in Saint-Privat; Sunday May 12, in Dampniat and Sainte-Fortunade.
6. A plant swap in Perpezac-le-Blanc
Good humor, conviviality, exchanges… and lots of plants, seedlings, flowers, shrubs… are already on the program, Saturday May 11, for this plant swap. For the youngest, a creative workshop (plant and floral paintings) is organized in the village hall from 10 a.m. to noon. Registrations on 06.18.13.03.74.
7. Family visits to the Neanderthal Museum
This Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10 in La-Chapelle-aix-Saints, at the Neanderthal Museum, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., a guided tour suitable for children will be offered, followed by workshops: parietal art and propellant shooting. (Prices from €5.50 to €7.50; 05.55.91.18.00.)
8. An art exhibition in Saint-YbardAn interactive exhibition takes place until Sunday May 12 in Saint-Ybard.
The Circle of Plastic Arts of Monédières is innovating until Sunday May 12 with Saint Yb’art: 23 exhibitors are offering an interactive exhibition, where the public can, if they wish, test the different techniques and perhaps discover a talent . This new approach to visual arts looks more like a workshop clearance than an exhibition. Painting, pastel, watercolor, drawing, sculpture… You will find tools, materials and of course the artists. Among them, the internationally renowned painter Thierry Van Quickenborne will present his technique and his inspirations. From 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the Foyer rural.
In addition, we offer you our selection of outing ideas.
Today Thursday May 9
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BORT-LES-ORGUES. Retro Salon. Second edition. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Exhibition of old cars and two wheels. Presentation of models. Outside, stands will be offered for an exchange, as well as an exhibition of old vehicles. Musical entertainment. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Catering possible at lunchtime. Refreshment bar and pastries. Contact: 06.37.42.37.71.
BRIVE-LA-GAILLARDE. Exhibition: The magic of electricity. At the Labenche museum. This exhibition is presented in a scenography reminiscent of the physics laboratories and electricians’ workshops of the early 20th century. A temporary and general public exhibition that is at once technical, artistic and electrifying. Visible from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission.
CHAMBOULIVE. Concert by the Men’s Choir of Brignac-la-Plaine. At 3:30 p.m., organized by the Association of Friends of the Chapelle du Puy-Grand. Around twenty singers will come to perform a rich repertoire around songs from around the world, songs symbolizing resistance, freedom, fraternity, friendship tragically lost against a backdrop of conflicts: a true sharing of memories, at the Chapelle du Puy-Grand. Free participation.
CONDAT-SUR-GANAVEIX. Plant fair. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the village. Craft market, refreshment bar and snack bar.
Canoeing. A festive and sporting weekend around the Integral Dordogne in Argentat.
USSEL. Exhibition by Jacques Callot. At the Pays d’Ussel museum, exhibition of the works of Jacques Callot, master of engraving in the 17th century. Exhibition visible, Tuesday to Saturday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Guided tour on May 22. Information at 05.55.72.54.69 or [email protected].
UZERCHE. Plant fair and local producers’ markets. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Esplanade de la Papeterie.
Friday May 10
BORT-LES-ORGUES. Concert Flute and organ. At 8:30 p.m. Paula Thomas, flautist, international concert performer and Emmanuel Hocdé, Grand Prize of the Chartrers international organ competition. Very varied program: Bach, Boëly, Hildegarde von Bingen, Mozart… Church open from 8 p.m. Price: €10 (free under 15s).
Lubersac. Exhibition of paintings. At the Conserverie, exhibition Expression Fauve by the artist Alain Bouillaguet. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free.
NEUVIC. Guided tour of the castle’s arboretum park. From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Come discover the history of the Ussel family, one of the oldest in the region, the history of the park, its evolution and its rehabilitation. Visit to the chapel and discovery of the stained glass windows by the artist Françoise Bissarra. Tickets available from tourist information offices: Neuvic, Bort-les-Orgues, Meymac and Ussel. Prices: €8, from 4 to 18 years old €5.
Saturday May 11
ARNAC-POMPADOUR. Meeting with an equestrian artist. Saturday and Sunday: meet an equestrian artist in residence who will present their working method to you and answer your questions. Prices: €7, €5. Information: tel. 05.55.98.99.27 – www.chateau-pompadour.fr.
BRIVE-LA-GAILLARDE. Meeting-signings with Stéphane Soularue. At 3 p.m., at the Bulles de Papier bookstore. After “Waco Horror”, the author continues his exploration of the great dramas of the history of the United States of America with “The Trail of Tears”.
Conference: the Argueyrolles shoe factory in Brive (1918-2001). At 2:30 p.m. By Maryse Chabanier, member of the Society of Friends of the Labenche Museum, of the Scientific Historical and Archaeological Society of Corrèze and collector. In the conference room of the Labenche museum. FREE ENTRANCE. Information at 05.55.18.17.70.
Hobbies. Take care of your health in the great outdoors thanks to this new physical activity trail in Corrèze.
QUEYSSAC-LES-VIGNES. Theater. By the amateur theater company of Queyssac-les-Vignes. On the program: theater, sketches, improvised skits, music and dance. Saturday at 8:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., in the multipurpose room. Free.
SERILHAC. Héloïse in concert at the Sérilh’bar. At 20 o ‘clock. Live, theatrical, humorous and musical show. On site: local drinks and aperitif boards. Remember to reserve your places at 06.45.42.83.15.
TROCHE. Concert with the Choeur de Loups choir. At 8:30 p.m., in the Notre Dame church.
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VITRAC-SUR-MONTANE. Accordion Gala. From 2:30 p.m. Entrance: €15. From 8 p.m. by reservation: onion soup and cold plate. Refreshment bar. Pastries. Contacts: 05.55.21.30.36 and 06.79.10.52.80.
Sunday May 12
BRIVE-LA-GAILLARDE. Tea dance of the Friends of Retro. At 2:30 p.m., at the Chadourne room. with the duo of Sébastien Chazelle. Friendship drink offered at the end of the evening. Entry €13. Reservations at 06.08.52.86.63, 05.55.74.20.61.
CONCEZE. Dancing tea at Concèze Amitiés. At 15h. Organized by the seniors club and hosted by the Mathieu Martinie orchestra. Price: €10.
LIGINIAC. Dancing tea. At 2:30 p.m. Organized by Les Compagnons de la Bonne Humeur and hosted by Michael Reynier. At the village hall. Refreshment bar, pastries. Information and reservations: tel. 07.84.15.41.08 and 06.45.81.97.84.
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NEUVIC. Festival of plants and garden arts. Place Henri-Queuille. From 8 a.m. many exhibitors will be present. Small lunchtime meal. During this day, inflatable structure for the little ones, or the pleasure of discovering the arboretum of the Château de Neuvic which will be open for the occasion from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information : [email protected]or at 06.33.90.30.64.
SAINT-SORNIN-LAVOLPS. Lotto. Organized by the hunting company, at 8 p.m. at the Cultural and sports area.
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