Reading evening: Parenting and non-sexist education On Wednesday 30 Sep Through excerpts read aloud, we’ll explore the gender roles that society imposes on us and how to break free from them… A chance to discover and be inspired! Booking recommended. Rochefort
Knitting and crochet initiation On Wednesday 30 Sep You don't know how to crochet or knit but you would like to get started? The media library offers you an introductory session around a snack. Reservation required. Échillais
Theatre: Scabreux or The Frog On Friday 2 Oct A story inspired by real events, combining shadow theatre, video projection and puppetry, centred on the theme of manipulation. It tells the story of two young adults – a brother and a sister – who intrude into their father’s life, presumably whilst he is under the mental control of his new partner. Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée
Third place open days From 2 until 3 October During the annual meeting of third places, the Clos opens its doors and offers visits: Everything you always wanted to know but never dared to ask... Take the opportunity to discover the backstage of the organization of the Clos, and why not, become a volunteer too. A third place is experienced... Rochefort
Discovery tour: Sailors and harbour girls On Saturday 3 Oct A visit to gain an understanding of the social reality of an era in which prostitution – regulated but stigmatised – revealed many forgotten stories. Booking required. Rochefort
Concert: Grandma’s Ashes / Voodoo Queen On Saturday 3 Oct GRANDMA’S ASHES [ NARRATIVE STONER ] GRANDMA’S ASHES is an all-female power trio formed in 2017. With an explosive live show that challenges preconceptions, the band elegantly draws us into their world, dominated by heavy guitar riffs underpinned by a rhythm section that is as effective as it is... Rochefort
Jaspage Workshop On Saturday 3 Oct Discover this personalisation technique which consists of embellishing the edges of a book with paint. Books from the collections will be made available or bring your own (white, in good condition and at least 2.5 cm thick). From 12 years old. Reservation required. Saint-Agnant
Revise your highway code On Saturday 3 Oct You will be able to take part in a session on the Highway Code lasting around 1 hour 30 minutes. Afterwards, you will be offered a range of other workshops designed to raise awareness of the effects of alcohol, drugs and fatigue on driving. Booking required : 00 33 6 31 45 18 13 Saint-Laurent-de-la-Prée
Round table: creating an exhibition in Rochefort On Saturday 3 Oct As part of the exhibition "All is not dark: Metal from life to death". Creating an exhibition for the Erik Orsenna media library was a particularly stimulating challenge. Beyond a simple agglomeration of works, it was necessary to create a dialogue between the space and an innovative concept: the... Rochefort
European Migration Days: passerine ringing On Sunday 4 Oct The privilege of approaching the banding table in groups and understanding the importance of this practice for our knowledge of birds and their life cycles; also the privilege of talking to the banders. Maximum 5 people simultaneously in the presence of the banders. The reception area (museography,... Saint-Froult
Exhibition: Women’s Perspectives From 6 until 17 October Even today, women are judged socially on the basis of their ability to ‘look after’ their children, their husbands, their bodies, their appearance and others in general. In this context, substance misuse, abuse and the associated risks are seen as contrary to femininity as it is traditionally perce... Rochefort
