What's On Today: Tuesday 24 November 2009

The Expat Club of Provence will be holding cooking workshops every Tuesday from 18:30-21:30. Learn how to make entrées, mains and desserts with fresh local produce. Cook an authentic Provençal meal and enjoy your meal together afterwards. For further information please contact Judith Reitman on 06 27 86 0779 or at provenceworkshops@gmail.com .

Guided tours of the L'Occitane Factory are available though reservation at the Greoux-les-Bains tourist office by phoning 04 92 78 01 08. The tour group is limited to a maximum of 20 and leaves from the L'Occitane boutique next to the factory.

Visit to the Prehistoric Museum at the Gorges du verdon in Quinson. Open all year round from 10:00-18:00. Special entry rates for families. Further information is available by visiting the website or contacting the museum on 04 92 74 09 59.

An exhibition offering a contemporary vision of the evolution of man by Dore Bowen, art historian and Isabelle Massu, artist and teacher, both from the US. At the Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon. Information: 04 92 74 09 59.

Live music every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 22:30 at The Four Courts, 51 Cours Mirabeau, in Aix-En-Provence. For further information pleas contact 04 42 27 69 74.

A virtual and multimedia initiation into the artworks of Picasso and Cezanne presented in three langages ( French, Spanish and English) at the Musee Granet, Place Saint Jean de Malte, in Aix-en-Provence. For further information please contact cezanne-picasso2009@aixenprovencetourism.com or the museum on 04 42 52 87 97.

Christmas market open from 09:00-18:00 daily in the cours Mirabeau. Information: 04 42 16 11 61 / infos@aixenprovencetourism.com .

Learn Ceroc and dance the night away every Tuesday night at Le Bowling du Bras d'Or, 23 bd Charrier. Ceroc is a fusion of Jive & Salsa, an easy to learn partner dance that comes from the UK. Beginners class 20:00, Intermediate 21:00, Freestyle party 21:00-23:00. 10€ on the door (membership card 5€ on your first visit). For further information please phone 06 77 69 04 78.

A variety of piano concerts held at the Theatre Du Jeu De Paume, the eglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte and at the Cité du Livre in Aix-En-Provence. A full program is available on the website. Information/reservations: 04 42 99 12 00 or reservation@lestheatres.net .

A monthly book club meeting to discuss, analyse and read the monthly book selection. At the Book in Bar English bookshop stocking range of fiction, non fiction and children's books. 4 rue Joseph Cabassol, in Aix-en-Provence. Tel: 04 42 26 60 07 for further information and dates.

A monthly poetry meeting for you to share your favorite poets with a group and apreciate those of others. Choose one or several of your favorite poets to read to the group and discuss afterwards or you can even bring your own poetry. At the Book in Bar English bookshop, 4 rue Joseph Cabassol, in Aix-en-Provence. Tel: 04 42 26 60 07 for further information and dates.

Yoga Vinyasa classes held by an American teacher in English and French. Tuesday and Thursday from 20:30-21:30, Sunday from 10:00-11:00. At 3 traverse Notre Dame, in Aix. Relaxation classes with live music held on the last Sunday of each month. Please contact Julie Frazier for further information on 04 42 64 08 87 or at soeurjulia@yahoo.com .

Above the plain to the northeast of Arles, the Saint-Peter abbey was founded on the "Mount Majour" (the big mountain) in 948. Until 1790, Benedictine monks lived there according to the rules of Saint Benedict of Nurcie. On the Route de Fontvieille in Arles. For further information please call 04 90 54 64 17. For tour reservations please contact the Arles office du tourisme on 04 90 18 41 22.

Christmas market held on the esplanade Charles de Gaulle. Jewelery, decoration obgects, santons, ceramic and local produce. Information: 04 42 03 49 98.

A exhibition paying homage to Picasso through projections, light and music. At the Cathédrale d'Images. Open daily from 10:00-18:00. For further information please contact 04 90 54 38 65.

Christmas gift and decoration ideas from a selection of designers. Jewellery, home décor, clothing and accessories. Free entry. Open from Monday to Saturday from 10:00-13:00 / 14:00-19:00 at the Pangea Comptoir Des Peuples, 1 rue de L'Abbaye, in Marseille. Information: 04 91 33 64 13.

Marseille's traditional Christmas fair, with Santons (traditional provencal Christmas figurines) and nativity scenes. Entertainment, clowns, traditional dance performances and carols. Open daily from 10:00-19:00 in the Place Du General De Gaulle, in Marseille. Information: 04 91 13 89 00.

The Piscine Frais Vallon is a public swimming pool at Avenue de Frais Vallon, in Marseille. Swimming lessons for children available. Closed Sundays. For further information please contact 04 91 61 01 78.

Off the coast of Marseille lies the château d’If, better known for the legends attached to this picturesque site than for its military importance. The site is most well known as the site of Alexandre Dumas’s novel, "The Count of Monte Christo. Open for guided visits through reservation at the Office de tourisme de Marseille by phoning 04 91 13 89 00.

Permanent antiques market at Les Carmes. Tel: 04 94 77 03 57.

All 'Ladies of the Var' are very welcome at IWCV coffee mornings. A non-profit, English-speaking Association providing a range of social, cultural, sports and charity activities for women of all nationalities and age groups who live or spend some time in the Var region of Provence. Every Tuesday from 10:30–12:00 at the Hotel Les Oliviers. The Fayence co-ordinator is Gillian Miller who can be contacted at gill@wskisoft.co.uk .

A children's attraction park with special kid's entertainment organised throughout the year. Picnic area and restaurants, as well as over 800m² of kids activities. For children from 2-12 years. For further information please contact 04 94 57 68 93. At avenue de l'Aéroport in Hyeres.

An adventure park with acrobatic fun course set in a forest for children aged 4 years and up. At the Jardin de Cesar et Leonie, 721 chemin du Jas de la Paro in Le Muy. For further information please contact 04 94 45 11 43. Open from April to November.

The Thoronet abbey, a Cisterian monastery founded in 1146 by the Tourtour monks. Open all year round, except for public holidays. Guided visits available. For further information please contact 04 94 60 43 90.

All 'Ladies of the Var' are very welcome at IWCV coffee mornings. A non-profit, English-speaking Association providing a range of social, cultural, sports and charity activities for women of all nationalities and age groups who live or spend some time in the Var region of Provence. Every second Tuesday. Please check the venue with the Lorgues co-ordinator Kirsten Munster at kirstenogpalle@gmail.com .

Brocante every Tuesday in Place Coullet.

A mini-golf course open to all the family. 18 holes near the sea-side. 5 - 6.5€ per person. Open all week from 14:00. At boulevard du Général de Gaulle, in Saint-Raphael. For further information please contact 04 94 82 39 03.

For anyone who wants to paint outside around the Gulf of St Tropez. Meetings every two weeks, no reservation required. Free event, except costs for boat excursions. For details contact Cathy Wood, Tel: 06 18 70 45 64 or e-mail: cathy.wood@wanadoo.fr.

The regional natural reserve of Luberon presents a rich and diverse range of flora and fauna. Open to explore all year round from 10:00-18:00. At 60 place Jean-Jaures, BP 122 in Apt (84). Telephone: 04 90 04 42 00. Futher information is available from Apt tourist office.

Botanical garden exhibition at the Musée Requien, 67 rue Joseph Vernet in Avignon. Open every day except Sunday from 10:00-13:00 / 14:00-18:00. Free entry. Information: 04 90 82 43 51 / musee.requien@mairie-avignon.com

An exhibition of 40 photographs by the artist Jean-Christophe Nguyen. Opening night on Tuesday October 20 at 17:30 in the foyer of the Opéra d'Avignon. Free entry. Exhibition continues until 11 January 2010. Information: 06 71 73 62 74 / elodie.crouzet@free.fr

A series of organ concerts and conferences in homage to Abbé Georges Durand, held in various locations throughout Avignon. For further information please contact the tourist office on 04 32 74 32 74

A behind the scenes visit of the Pope's Palace welcomes visitors to seldom-seen nooks and crannies in the palace. Hidden corridors, private apartments, the baths, the wardrobe tower, the treasury and other rooms usually off limits to the public are opened and explained. Tour held on Saturday at 12:30 and Sunday at 10:30 in French via reservation. Information: 04 32 74 32 74

A guided tour of the Palace of the Popes exploring the treasures in the palace on an animal theme. Mythical beasts and tamed animals. Identify and learn about the animals in the sculptures and the naturalist decors in the palace. Bring a flashlight, binoculars supplied. Tour held on Saturday at 17:30 in French via reservation. Information: 04 32 74 32 74

A large maze open every summer during July and August on the Route de Crillon le Brave in Bedoin. Open daily from 10:00-19:30. For further information please contact 06 71 49 79 64. 6.50 € entry fee and free entry for children under 5.

A photographic exhibition displaying aerial shots of the flora and fauna of Mont Ventoux. At the Centre de Decouverte de la Nature, in Sault. Open from Monday to Friday from 10:00-12:00 / 14:00-18:00. For further information please contact 04 90 64 13 96 or cd.nature@orange.fr.

A kids fun park for 2-12 year olds. Open all year round during school holidays, Wednesdays and week-ends. Jumping castles, giant toboggans, obstacle course, maze and more. Open from 10:00-19:00. 7€ entry fee. for further information please contact 04 90 31 83 01.

Electric assisted bike hire for the whole family. Quartier du Rolland in Villes sur Auzon. Open daily from 8:30-11:00 / 17:00-19:30. Please contact 04 90 11 72 65 for further information.