What's On Today: Sunday, November 22, 2009

A weekly car boot sale with used goods and bric-a-brac for sale. Open on Sundays during July and August only. At Antibesland (near Lunapark and Marineland), on the RN 7, from 05:00-14:00. Easy access and parking. Tel: 06 18 92 77 43.

An exposition of tango-themed postcards thoughout the ages. Tuesday to Sunday 14:00-18:00. Musée de la Carte Postale, 4 Avenue Tournelli, 06600 Antibes. Tel: 04 93 34 24 88. E-mail: cartepostalemuse@aol.com

Antiques and Bric-a-Brac on sale every first and third Sunday of the month at the Terrasse of the Port de Plaisance from 16:00-22:00.

The Musée National Fernand Léger will exhibit a collection of drawings by the artist. At 255, chemin du Val de Pome, 10:00-17:00 (18:00 until 1st November)

Exhibition of works by Michel Gaudet at the Chateau Musée Grimaldi.

Exhibition and sale of bijou contemporain at the Espace Solidor.

The Swedish Church is organising a fair with a food stand featuring salmon, herring, Swedish meatballs,gingersnaps, Swedish candy, Jansson temptation, home made pastries and much more. There will also be handcrafted gifts, decorations and books in Swedsh and English. Traditional Swedish food will be available for sale with specialties such as the Christmas food plate, "Glögg" (hot spiced wine), coffee, pastries and hot dogs. The Lucia procession, the bearer of light with candles in her hair and her handmaidens, all dressed in white, starts at 14:00 on Sunday. At 1, chemin des Caucours in Haut-de-Cagnes, 10:00-16:00. Tel: 04 93 20 40 64.

Free concert by the musicians of the municipal conservatory perform at 20:00 at the Eglise de la Ste-Famille. Tel: 04 93 20 61 64.

Flea market every weekend opposite the beach in Cannes-la-Bocca. Secondhand furniture, crockery, books, bicycles, houshold linen, toys, books and more. From 06:00-18:00. Tel: 06 66 66 40 49.

Every Saturday and Sunday along the Allées de la Liberté, 10:00-18:00.

The Children's Club is held during the Sunday service at the Holy Trinity Church, 2-4 rue Général Ferrie. Tel: 04 93 94 54 61.

The Regional Orchestra of Cannes PACA, directed by guest conductor Philippe Auguin, with Olivier Charlier on violin and the Orchestre Philharmonique de Nice perform works by Borodine, Bruch and Stravinski. 16:30. From €21. Théâtre Debussy, Esplanade Georges-Pompidou, Palais des Festivals, 06400 Cannes. Tel: 04 92 98 62 77. Tel: 04 92 98 62 77.

Giant flea market every Sunday in the Quartier le Colombier, chemin St Joseph. From 06:00-17:00.

Vide grenier (car boot sale) at 111 Rte de Marigarde from 06:00 to 18:00. Also on public holidays. Tel: 06 03 28 84 64 or 04 93 33 50 32.

Exhibition of photographs of the Alpes-Maritimes from 1890 to 1920 at the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Provence, 2 rue Mirabeau. Open 10:00-19:00. Free entry.

Four artists from the same family - Hélène, Aurore, Diane and François - will have their paintings on display at the mairie annexe in St Antoine, 57 chemin de la Chapelle St Antoine.

A week of jazz, with 80 musicians, 9 bands and 9 concerts taking placeat 6 venues. Musicians include the Baby Sommer quartet, Olivier Slama quartet, Yeal Angel, Cie So What. Venues include La Gaude jazz club, La Seguinière. Full programme on the website, see "more info".

Exhibition of photographs at the Maison du Portal, between place de la République et la place de la Liberté. Open Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 14:30-17:30.

There will be Christmas cards, decorations and crafts along with food and drink for sale at the Château de Berne, 10:00-18:00. Free entry.

A pre-holiday favorite, this fair for food lovers features over 80 exhibitors selling regional food products and exotic specialities, including wine, honey, cured meats, candies and more. Chefs will be on hand for demonstrations, and cooking competitions will keep you on the edge of your seat. €5. Centre Expo Congrès, Bd des Ecureuils, Mandelieu. Friday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, Monday 10:00-17:00. Tel: 04 92 97 80 89.

The Jean Cocteau Museum presents a number of original works donated by Séverin Wunderman, including pastels, sketches and ceramics created during the artist's "Mediterranean" period. At the Musée Jean Cocteau, Quai Napoléon III from 10:00-12:00 and 14:00-18:00 except Tuesdays and bank holidays. Tel: 04 92 10 50 14

The mass, with the participation of the musical ensembles of the principality, will take place in the Cathédrale de Monaco, 10:30-12:00, and will be followed with a procession through the streets of Monaco.

Support group which uses the Twelve Step Recovery Program. Weekly meetings on Sunday evenings between 19:30 and 21:00 in the downstairs library at St Pauls Church, 22 ave de Grande Bretagne. Contact Simon on 06 20 00 66 36.

The annual sponsored marathon takes place over nine days with teams covering as many circuits of the track along the Nouvelle Digue Monaco. The start is at 14:00 on the 14th.

Exhibition of works of art made in only one colour from the 20th century. At the Espace de l’Art Concret, Château de Mouans. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00-18:00.

22 santons makers will be present at the fair to sell their Christmas characters in the Strada Médiathèque, 14:00-18:00.

Exhibition of about 100 photographs by André Kertész from 1912 to 1985 at the Théâtre de la Photographie et de l’Image Charles Nègre, 27 boulevard Dubouchage, 10:00-18:00.

Exhibition of the American artist's photographs and drawings at the Musée d’Art Moderne et d’Art Contemporain de Nice, Promenade des Arts. Open 10:00-18:00, closed on Mondays.

Exhibition of six slideshows made up of 80 postcard sized images each and three huge posters by Olivier Millagou at the Galerie de la Marine, 59 quai des Etats-Unis. Open 10:00-18:00, closed on Mondays.

Group exhibition at the new venue that was the old Nice abattoir, La Station, halle sud du Chantier 109.

An exhibition of 30 of the painter's works will be on display at the Galerie Art France, 14 Rue St Joseph. Open Monday to Friday, 10:00-18:00.

Exhibition of drawings based on Lewis Carroll's protagonist by the Dutch artist Pat Andrea at the Galerie des Ponchettes, 77 Quai des Etats-Unis. Open 10:00-18:00, closed on Mondays.

Exhibition of drawings by Philippe Favier at the Musée d’Art Moderne et d’Art Contemporain de Nice, Promenade des Arts. Open 10:00-18:00, closed on Mondays.

Works by the artist will be on display in the windows of the Musée d’Art Moderne et d’Art Contemporain de Nice, Promenade des Arts.

Exhibition of newly acquired photographs taken by Henri Matisse in Tahiti. At the Musée Matisse, 164 avenue des Arènes de Cimiez. Open 10:00-18:00, closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.

Céleste Boursier-Mougenot's musical flights of fancy will be on display at the Musée National Marc Chagall, Avenue Docteur Ménard, 10:00-17:00. Entry is €7.50.

Exhibition of works of art by Kristina Solomoukha at Le Dojo, 22 bis boulevard Stalingrad.

Variety of "Danses du Monde" with dancers of the ENVOL association and choreography by Vivian and Frédéric. At 15:00 at the Theatre Francis Gag at 4 rue Joseph in Vieux Nice. Entry €10 and €15. Tel: 04 92 00 78 50.

Learn to partner dance the easy way with Ceroc. Class followed by a practice session with a DJ. €10 for the whole evening after registering for €5. Beginners welcome every week, no need to take along a partner. At Danalys, 34 Boulevard de Riquier, 20:00-23:00. Tel: 06 77 69 04 78.

Traditional "Cérémonies du Thé" every Sunday at 15:00 and 16:00 at the Musée de l'Art Asiatique, 405 Promenade des Anglais. Entrance to the museum is included in the price.

Trade fair for the French tourism industry to present the best and the bargains to visitors to the show. Open 10:00-18:00 at the Nice Acropolis convention centre. Entry €3.50 (free for under 15s).

Annual Fête de Catherine Ségurane celebrating the "woman who saved Nice" by ending the siege of 1543. The day is marked with traditional activities in Vieux Nice starting at 10:00 with a parade and a mass at 10:30 in the Eglise St-Martin.

Two-day show specifically for people aged 50+ on all things to do with ageing gracefully: finances, health, understanding new technology, employment, sport and liesure. Entry €3.50 and open 10:00-18:00 at the Nica Acropolis, Palais des Congrès.

An expo with examples and information (in French) of fossils and minerals found in rocks and stones, at the Parc Phoenix exhibition hall open 09:30-18:00. Entry €2. Tel: 04 92 29 77 00.

The 5th Salon International du Tourisme open to the public, and introducing ideas of locations for holidays and getaways around the world. Open 10:00-18:00 at the Nice Acropolis exhibition hall, parking at Jean Bouin and the bus station. Entry €3 (under 16s free).

Free concert in the Village Vuitton Trophy, part of the Vuitton Trophy week, with 60 musicians playing extracts of music from the great film musicals. From 15:00 in the Port area.

Traditional roast dinner with all the trimmings served every Sunday. Live music. At 2 rue Saint François de Paule from 12:00. Tel: 04 93 80 23 87, info@ma-nolans.com.

The Children's Corner meets every Sunday in the church hall at 10:50. The children then join their parents in the church at about 11:35. All children are welcome though the lessons (Bible stories, colouring and drawing) are directed principally at those aged 3 to 8. At the Holy Trinity Church Hall, 11 rue de la Buffa.

International sailing competition, the Louis Vuitton Trophy regatta, with eight teams competing, representing the UK, France, Italy, Rusia, Sweden and New Zealand. Full programme of evening activities in town to mark the event.

Nice v Toulouse at 17:00 at the Stade du Ray. Tickets are €8-€35.

The Cirque du Soleil has adapted its long-running show for new arenas and will present its acrobatics at the Palais Nikaia at 20:00 (additional shows at 16:00 on Saturday and Sunday). Tickets are €44, €55, €66 and €77 with reductions for students and under 12s.

A dozen santons makers will sell their characters and accessories for the Christmas manger in the old oil and flour mill in the quartier des Moulins, 12:00-18:00. Closed on Mondays

The annual Fête de la Châtaigne in celebration of the humble chestnut. Chestnuts, chestnut products and many local delicacies to try and buy. Also entertainment and activities for children. All day in the town centre. Tel: 04 93 35 62 87.

Exhibition of Abstract Expressionist paintings by the contemporary artist at the Magnanerie, Seillans Contemporary Art Gallery, 12 Ancien Chemin de Fayence. Tel: 04 94 50 83 56.

The 1969-2009 retrospective retraces Sophia Antipolis' evolution, focusing on the inaugurations, industrial and cultural events and success stories which have left an indelible mark on the technology park. Les Thèses de Sophia Antipolis, an exhibition which includes a dedicated website, presents several hundred doctorate themes recently carried out within the science park research teams. At the Fondation Sophia Antipolis in Place Sophie Laffitte.

18th annual Fete de la Science with discussions and debates (in French), exhibitions, demontrations and more at venues in Sophia, Valbonne and Biot. Most events in French.

Exhibition of drawings, lithographs, engravings and ceramics from Picasso's Greek period, Toros in Vallauris collection and the painter and his model. At the Musée de Saint-Paul, 2 rue Grande, 10:00-18:00. Closed 13:00-14:00, weekends and public holidays.

A 'rainbow' of 35 artists including Théo Tobiasse and César will have their works on display in the galeries on the town.

Markets on Tuesdays in place Coullet and Sundays at the Débarquement au Dramont parking area.

Antiques market on the first Sunday of every month, in the village.

Exhibition of photographs by Patrick Sabre of natural sights pushed to abstraction. Open Tuesday to Thursday 14:00-18:00 abd weekends 11:00-13:00 and 14:00-18:00 at the Salle St Esprit. Free entry. Tel: 04 93 42 04 56.

The annual science festival with exhibitions, demonstrations, conferences and more (in French, mostly) at the Médiathèque, route des Dolines.

A three month exhibition of works by ceramists Rebecca Maeder (Switzerland), Petra Benndorf (Germany) and Rachèle Rivière (France), all laureates of the 2007 El Vendrell ceramics concourse in Catalonia, Spain. Free entry. Espace Grandjean, Avenue du Stade, 06220 Vallauris. Tuesday to Saturday 10:00-12:30 and 14:00-18:00. Tel: 04 93 63 07 61.

Andrew Vicari is a Monaco-based Welsh artist who trained under the guidance of Francis Bacon and Lucien Freud. He is a figurative painter who has been named "European Artists of the Year". Subject matter often reflects time spent in the Arabian peninsula and Persian Gulf. This exhibition of various works runs at the Chateau St-Martin & Spa, ave des Templiers (www.chateau-st-martin.com). Tel: 04 93 58 02 02.

Exhibition of works by this Brazilian-born Swedish artist at the Galerie Alphonse Chave, at 13 rue Isnard, Vence.

Antiques: every Sunday in the village, Place Amelis Polonais and Port de la Santé.

Paintings on show at the Chapelle St-Elme in the heart of the Citadelle, open 08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:30. Free entry.

Antiques every Sunday at Place du Village.

Used goods, clothes, toys, household goods and more on sale every Sunday in the camping area du Sourire on the route de Grasse. Drinks and snacks available. Open all day with private and professional traders