Culture
Arts
The art gallery (“La Galerie de toutes les couleurs”) at the Coeur de Lomagne
Tourist Office in Saint-Clar is open throughout the year for exhibitions of talented artists (painters, sculptors and photographers)
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Les Pinceaux de Saint-Cl'art
is a non-profit organisation which encourages amateur artists to support each other in their common interest, and every August organizes an exhibition at the old church.
The “Association Culture et Loisirs de l'Espace Dastros” (ACLED) aims to bring cultural events to the old quarter of Saint-Clar.With over 150 members, the society offers variety and quality. Its programme, called “Nuits de la Vieille Eglise” ("Nights of the old church"), includes jazz, popular French songs, and classical and traditional music, as well as exhibitions and conferences.
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“Jeux de Mains” in L'Isle-Bouzon
is another non-profit society which arranges courses in African drumming and dancing, and organises shows
“Les paillettes plein les yeux” in Saint-Clar,
aims to develop the social and cultural links and organises a festival in October.
The aim of “Haz’art Biar” in Avezan,
is to develop the arts in a rural environment by offering a theatre workshop for children and organising shows.
The "Country Club" in Saint-Clar,
is passionate about line dancing and practises every week, appears at events throughout the summer and trains new members.
History
The Musée de l’école publique (the School Museum), in Saint-Clar, can be found next to the post office.
The museum's history began in January 1981, the centenary of the provision of state schools in France.
A handful of dedicated volunteers decided to bring together in one place artefacts and memories of the country’s schools. The Friends of the School Museum charity was born and the museum was housed in the old school buildings.
Now completely refurbished, the museum houses a rich collection of over 7,000 objects, some of which are very rare. The permanent galleries will guide you through the major steps in State education, as it was in the 1950s. A modern museum design supported by original equipment, artefacts and illustrated information panels will enthral every visitor. Linger a while in the classroom of the Thirties, faithfully reconstructed. Sit at a “proper” old desk and dip your pen in purple ink to copy the wise words written on the blackboard.
And if you wish, and are brave enough, take the old School Certificate tests! (In French, of course!)
The ;useum also arranges temporary exhibitions.
Groups are welcome outside opening hours by appointment. Activities can be organized for children, who can try on the school uniform of days gone by.
Astronomy
The Ferme des Etoiles in Mauroux.
Nestling in lush greenery, the Ferme des Etoiles invites you to relax and unwind. It offers the beauty of nature, tranquillity, room to breathe, high quality and a friendly ambiance.
A variety of packages, suited to all tastes and budgets, is proposed:
- An informal dinner with family and friends, followed by an evening in the warm surroundings of La Ferme des Etoiles.
- A weekend escape to the stars as an introduction to the fabulous world of astronomy.
- A few days’ health break: the spa waters of Lectoure, a walk in the heart of "French Tuscany" (as the Lomagne is known), a country heritage and exceptional gardens all combine to provide an ideal holiday for all nature lovers.
The family packages are designed to meet the needs of adults and children alike: a week of fun and excitement to learn the mysteries of the heavens. The astronomy courses allow beginners to take their first steps, and encourage hardened enthusiasts to indulge their passion further. As the first stars appear in the evening skies, you will be guided through the wonders of the universe. You will discover the sky first with the naked eye and then with the help of the outstanding instruments of the Ferme des Etoiles, including a 620 mm telescope and the largest pair of binoculars in the world. You will see breathtaking images of our universe.
Come and listen to all the stories that the stars tell!
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