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Le Printemps des Poètes : the poetry festival everywhere in France

Presentation Since 1999, the Printemps des Poètes is an opportunity to celebrate poetry throughout France. This week placed under the sign of poetic art usually takes place in March. Today, initiatives are multiplying in France and in more than 65 countries. Each year, more than 12,000 events ...

22
Feb
2010

The dierama or angel's fishing rod: a plant full of poetry.

ame of angel's fishing rod! Its summer blooming offers all shades of pink. The fishing rod of angels blooms in summer and offers a spectacle of great poetry. Its inflorescences, arched like fishing rods, bend under the weight of delicate bell-shaped flowers. There are over 40 species of dierama and ...

17
Mar
2023

Nice Book Festival

acterized by conviviality and eclecticism: general literature, antiquarian books, comics, children's literature, academic books, regional books, art, poetry, and esotericism will be represented thanks to the participation of numerous booksellers. Meeting with the Authors The Nice Book Festival is al ...

28
May
2007

The myth of Orpheus: presentation and interpretations

Osiris, another legendary figure from Egypt). How to interpret the myth of Orpheus? The myth of Orpheus illustrates the bewitching power of song and poetry. This poet-musician character, who can be likened to King David in the Bible, has moreover served as a reference for modern-day poets. He ...

19
May
2009

Sherlock Holmes: biography and history of the character

the Scottish novelist Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930). Although he was also the author of science fiction books, historical novels, plays, and poetry, Conan Doyle owes his fame to this character, whom he first brought to life in 1887 in the detective novel A Study in Red. A private detecti ...

07
Jan
2010

The Little Prince Park: a poetic amusement park near Mulhouse.

An aerial park. Since 2014, the Little Prince, the famous hero of Saint-Exupéry, has had his own amusement park in Ungersheim, near Mulhouse. This park dedicated to the universe of this world-renowned children's story is also France's first aerial park. The park is operated by Aérophile, a capti ...

10
Apr
2014

Gardens on Stage: A Cultural Season in Picardy

usic, theater, storytelling, magic). Picardy, French, and international companies set up in the gardens to offer the public unforgettable moments of poetry, humor, and conviviality. This event, organized by the Regional Council and the Picardy Regional Tourism Committee, is an opportunity to disco ...

29
Apr
2014

The Accroche coeurs: a street arts festival in Angers.

performances and shows: circus, street theater, dance, music... The programming promises to be vibrant and open to the world. This year's theme is poetry, beauty, and celebration, with processions and visual proposals, a festive and family weekend. Practical information The 2023 edition of the Ac ...

04
Sep
2014

Seine Saint Denis Youth Book Fair

ugh photos, sounds, and texts. Meetings and Performances: Debates, readings, and workshops for children, teenagers, and adults, with themes such as poetry, dreams, and the 80s. Presentation of the 2024 Pépites, awarding the best youth works in different categories. Creative Workshops: - Activit ...

04
Dec
2014

Flowers on the Seine: a plant festival in Les Mureaux

over 70 exhibitors: gardeners, landscapers, nurserymen, horticulturists, artisans in garden art and decoration. This edition, with the theme of "The Poetry of Asteraceae", will offer a full program of activities and surprises. The main attraction will be the learning of fruit tree pruning, as well ...

16
Sep
2015

The Floralies of Saint-Jean-de-Côle: a colorful event.

Edition 2023 translates to "2023 Edition" in English. The Floralies of Saint-Jean-de-Côle will take place on May 13th and 14th, 2023 on the theme "The poetry of flowers". This year, the outdoor exhibition-sale will offer: => Plantations: horticulturists, nurseries, botanical and perennial plants, ...

03
May
2016

Chagall le passeur de lumière: an exhibition at the Centre Pompidou Metz

as part of the exhibition 'Chagall: the Passer of Light'. Biblically inspired works Marc Chagall considered the Bible to be 'the greatest source of poetry of all time'. As part of the exhibition 'Chagall: the Passer of Light', the stained glass windows are in dialogue with other works by the ...

16
Aug
2021

5 things to know about Christmas automatons

-of-year celebrations. The Big Parisian stores such as Galeries Lafayette, Le Printemps Haussmann and Le Bon Marché compete with inventiveness and poetry to attract the eyes and make customers come in front of their windows. Le Bon Marché devotes 30% of its annual image budget to this. Chris ...

03
Dec
2021

Poet's carnation: sowing, cultivation and maintenance

s) and anthos (flower). This nickname may seem grandiloquent for such a small flower, but it is well deserved as these carnations bring beauty and poetry to gardens. Finally, note that they can make very pretty bouquets that last more than a week. ...

24
Aug
2022

Toudou: a podcast for toddlers by France Inter

ast is beneficial for the development of their cognitive functions, children will find above all playful adventures and a universe all in softness and poetry. Sit comfortably with your child and let yourself be carried away by the adventures of Toudou. Don't hesitate to take breaks or to go back ...

13
Dec
2022

Jordane Saget: a street artist expert in curves.

An artist passionate about math and geometry. Curves inspired by tai chi chuan. Timeless poetry. Lines as signature. ...

17
Apr
2023

The Universe of the Scrap Poet: an unusual stroll in Morbihan.

nd two or three gears to bring a character or fascinating machines to life, which he gladly describes as "dream-making machines". A world imbued with poetry. Although it is often described as an open-air museum, the Universe of the Scrap Metal Poet is above all a fantastic world, populated by strang ...

09
Aug
2023

Vocabulary of rugby: deciphered unusual words and expressions.

A medley of flowery expressions. It may seem hard to believe when you see the roughness of some actions on the field, and yet rugby has its own poetry! The vocabulary of rugby is full of flowery expressions that are not always easy to understand for newcomers. That's why I propose a little antholo ...

08
Sep
2023

Reading the South: a free event in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region

4th edition, about 50 free events will be offered. The public will have the opportunity to meet more than thirty authors of novels, children's books, or poetry. Among the participating writers, we can mention Marcus Malte, Dominique Sigaud, Renaud Perrin, Margaux Mazellier, Florence Koenig, Cédric ...

02
May
2024

Sidi Bou Saïd: a village nicknamed the Santorini of Tunisia

ay, Sidi Bou Saïd attracts artists with its creative effervescence and relaxed atmosphere. It hosts concerts and festivals, including a famous International Poetry Festival, and houses the Center for Arab and Mediterranean Music in the palace of Rodolphe d'Erlanger. The baron Rodolphe d'Erlanger, ...

28
Oct
2024