From 3pm to 10pm, in the streets and parks next to Maison Folie Wazemmes, a stone’s throw from Place de la Nouvelle-Aventure. free. lalouchedor.com
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Book Exhibition of Popular Expression and Social Criticism in Arras
The exhibition organized by the Colères du Present association, which is a literary event with a social mission, is above all (tons) of books. We find there all forms: essay, youth, general literature, comics… About sixty publishers make the trip, as well as nearly 80 authors, among them Maram Al-Masri (Syrian poet), Benoît Colombat (investigative journalist), Catherine Zambon. (playwright), Tania de Montaigne (writer). On this day’s program: an enjoyable meeting for book lovers, poetry performances, readings, drawing and writing workshops, meetings…
From 10am to 8pm, Grand-Place and Place d’Ipswich. coleresdupresent.com
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Parade Without Borders, in Gaumont
For more than half a century, this unmissable event has brought together happy revelers on both sides of the Franco-Belgian border. This year, the theme of the Gaumont Parade is: Cinema. Therefore, between the traditional generation and the equally traditional specialties, spectators will also see references to the seventh art show during this year 57H Editing. The different groups will set off as one at 2:30pm in front of Erquelinnes (B) station, and the final round is expected to start around 5:30pm on the Place de la République in Jeumont. The cabaret was held at Place Basse (until 6 May).
At 2:30 pm, the procession starts from Erkelenis Station (B).
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20 km from Marwell
“ legendary », this is the adjective often associated with the 20 kilometers of Marwell, whose route is immutable. If it’s too late to register, it’s still possible to cheer on 3,000 runners in warm conditions. Gather around the start line around 2:45pm for the handicap start, or 3pm for the national marker. Be aware that the Grand-Fayt coast, the road leading to Taisnières in the neighboring village of Maroilles, is the most feared by runners.
At 2:45 pm and 3:00 pm, departure from the municipality building. 20km-maroilles.com
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Shear your sheep at the open-air museum in Villeneuve d’Ascq
May 1st of every year is Hair Cut Day at the Open Air Museum. Reassure children: animals do not suffer. They even like it. As a family, you can attend this spring sheep shearing demonstration, to discover the full circle of wool use, from shearing to bobbin making.
10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the Open Air Museum, 143 Colbert Street. 5/3 euro. villeneuvedascq.fr
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DREAM, an exhibition of vintage cars, in Nœux-les-Mines
The evocative title: A Dream for “ Restore your childhood car or your dream car “. This focus on luxury cars or collector vehicles is an opportunity for the Nœux Soleil de l’Artois Rotary Club to raise money for its charity. During this seventh edition we will find beautiful cars, lovers of fine mechanics and nostalgic people in the parking lot. In addition to shiny chrome, there will be Providing entertainment all day long, with games for children.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the parking lot of the Leclerc shopping center in Loisinord. 4 euros. On Facebook: Rotary Club Noeux Soleil de l’Artois. noeux-les-mines.fr
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Pardon for internal navigation in Douai
Douai-Dorignies, France’s second largest seaport, celebrates the 49th anniversary of the Pardon de la inlandeck along the Scarpe River. Starting at 8:30 a.m., the water station will be filled with color during a traditional barge decorating contest. This will be followed by a blessing at 10am and then an outdoor mass at 10.30am before the parade to the War Memorial. The day will be concluded with a meal, dancing, a show (€5) and a ball (€5).
From 8:30 a.m., at the waterworks, then entertainment and ball at the Théo-Bouton Hall, Place Battellerie. douai.fr
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A popular festival and gathering of giants in Desphoris
A popular festival proposed by the Festival Committee and the Amicale des vignes desvrois, an opportunity to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Benoit and Catherine, in the company of many of their friends: Baptiste, Zabel, T. Pierre de Boulogne and many others. Others. The parade, accompanied by the Feedback percussion group and its flags, will depart at approximately 14:30 from Place du 8-Mai, towards Boulevard de Clocheville, Rue du 11-November, to the Jules-Ferry car park, arriving at the end at approximately 17:30. In the public park, there is entertainment for children and adults with inflatable structures and games.
From 2 pm to 6 pm, Folk Festival, Château des Éperlecques garden. At 2:30 pm, the Giants Parade departs from May 8 Square. ville-desvres.fr
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