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Occâsiaons (Events)
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Occâsiaons (Events)
Events calendar 2017
Notes on the calendar:
The timetable is subject to change. If you are in any doubt or would like to check the latest details, contact us on 747264 / info@language.gg
Unless stated otherwise, entry is FREE to all events listed here.
'Le Grand Courtil' (LGC) is the Extra Care Housing Scheme based at the former Longue Rue House in St Martins. As you enter the complex from the traffic lights, the small lounge is in the building on the left and the large lounge is in the building on the right. There is also a café onsite.
'La Nouvelle Maritaine' is the Extra Care Housing Scheme based at the former Maison Maritaine. It is opposite the Vale Douzaine Room. There is also a café onsite.
If you would like to attend any of these events but have transport problems, please call us on 747264 as we would like to help if we can.
Please note that all of these events are attended at your own risk. Guernsey Language Commission / Guernsey Museums is not liable for any injury caused.
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Thursday 26 Jan | Les Bibides | La Nouvelle Maritaine | 10 - 11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
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February |
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Saturday 4 Feb | Taster workshop for total beginners | LGC small lounge | 10am - 12 noon | In the words of Julie Andrews, would you like to start at the very beginning with your Guernésiais? Book on here! The price is only £8. Booking is essential - email janmarquis@suremail.gg |
Saturday 4 Feb | Wassail | Meeting at the Last Post | From 4.30pm | An old fashioned blessing of the Rocquette apple trees to bring about a good cider harvest. The short ceremony will feature Guernésiais. For more information call 747264 or visit www.language.gg |
Thursday 16 Feb | La Ribotrie talk | Frossard Theatre | 7-8pm | What's a ribotrie? Come along and find out in this interactive and musical insight into Guernsey music, led by folk musician James Dumbelton. A must-see for lovers of traditional music and song. |
Monday 27 Feb | Speed Patois | The Last Post | From 7.30pm | A social 'serai' (evening gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. This will feature live music so if have an instrument please bring it along. |
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March |
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Friday 10 March | Bagpipes & Guernsey | Frossard | 7-8pm | Folk musician James Dumbelton will celebrate International Bagpipe Day with a short talk on the fascinating story of Guernsey music. He'll talk about the origins of the bagpipe in particular - and how they might unlock the sound of traditional Guernsey music. |
| Saturday 18 March | Beetle Drive | La Villette Hotel | 6.30pm | Organised by L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais. £7 per person including a basket meal. Contact Brenda on 236517. |
Saturday 25 March (this was originally 18.3.17) | Pure Patois | St Saviours Community Centre | 2.30pm onwards | An opportunity for speakers who consider themselves 'fluent' to come together and chat. This is not a teaching session. Depending on the uptake for this initial session, we hope it will be repeated regularly. Tea and coffee provided. |
Tuesday 28 March | Spring walk | Meet at Rousse kiosk | 2.30pm onwards | Join us for a social walk around the nearby area. We'll finish off at Rousse for, those who wish to join us, some cake and a cuppa. NB. This is not a guided walk but just a chance to meet up, speak the language socially and have fun. |
Thursday 30 March | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
| Thursday 30 March & Friday 31 March | Guernsey French Eisteddfod | Forest School | 4.30 & 6.30 on Thursday. 7pm on Friday. | Everyone is welcome to come along and watch the participants. See Eisteddfod website for timings: http://www.guernseyeisteddfod.com/guernseyfrench |
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April |
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Saturday 1 April | Tour of the Golden Guernsey Goats | Les Sages | Meet at Styx car park at 2.30pm | Come along and find out about the fascinating Guernsey Golden goats at Les Sages. Peter Girard will treat us to a tour in Guernésiais and we might even see a kid or two if we're lucky! There will also be cheese tasting and an opportunity to purchase goat products. Many thanks to Peter Girard for kindly hosting. Booking is essential - please call Jo on 747264 or email Josephine.dowding@gov.gg and she will advise about parking. |
| Sunday 9th April | Jersey Lunch | Ambassador Hotel | This is organised by L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais. Booking is essential - contact Cynthia for details on 255512. | |
Friday 28 April | La Ribotrie | Vale Douzaine Room | 7.30pm onwards | Don't miss our event of the year! Everyone is welcome at this celebration of Guernsey language, song, music and dance, akin to the Celtic Ceilidh or Breton Fest-Noz. Organised by the Guernsey Language Commission: www.language.gg |
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May |
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| Sunday 7th May | Liberation Lunch | La Villette Hotel | 12.30 for 1.00pm | This is organised by L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais. Booking is essential - contact Brenda on 236517. £15.00 per person. |
Monday 22 May | Denys Corbet Walk | Meet at La Gouffre car park | Meet at 11am | Join us for a social walk to celebrate the birthday of one of Guernsey's favourite Guernésiais poets. This route, which will include roads and cliff paths, will take us past Corbet's house where there is now a blue plaque. The walk will take about an hour with a chance to purchase a coffee or lunch at the end. NB. This is not a guided walk but just a chance to meet up, speak the language socially and have fun. |
Thursday 25 May | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10 - 11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
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June |
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Wednesday 7 June (this was originally on 10.6.17) | Flower walk | Meet at L'Eree car park (near the ice cream van) | 11am | Join us for a social walk around the orchid fields of St Peters. The walk should take about 1 hour, with the opportunity to have tea/coffee at the end. NB. This is not a guided walk but just a chance to meet up, speak the language socially and have fun. |
| Saturday 10th June | Annual L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais BBQ | Guernsey Sea Scouts, Douit Boudin, Castel | From 6.00pm | This is a L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais event and booking is essential. Please call Brenda on 236517 by 6th June. Bring your own plates/cutlery, drinks & meat. BBQs, salad, bread, potatoes & pudding is provided. £5.00 per person. |
| Friday 16th to Sunday 18th June | La Fete Normande (annual festival for Norman language & culture) | Jersey | The weekend programme includes both private and public aspects. If you are interested in finding out more information, please contact Hazel of L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais on 255891 for details. | |
Thursday 22 June | Speed Patois | Small lounge at LGC | 2.30pm onwards | A social 'arleuvai' (afternoon gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. Free tea & coffee. |
Friday 23 June | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
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July |
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| Monday 3 July | La Viaer Marchi | Saumarez Park | Gates open 5pm | Organised by the National Trust, this 'old market' is an annual celebration of everything traditionally 'Guernsey'. Featuring beanjar, cider, stalls, living history and Les Danseurs de L'Assemblliaie d'Guernesiais. Admission charges apply. |
Monday 10 July | Speed Patois | The Last Post | 7.30pm onwards | A social 'serai' (evening gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. |
Thursday 27 July | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
Friday 28 July | St Sampsons walk | Meet at the Clock Tower on Southside of the Bridge | 11.30am | Join us for an informal 'procession' to mark the birthday of St Samson, Guernsey's Patron Saint. The walk will take about 45 minutes and there will be an opportunity to chat further over a drink or lunch at the end. NB. This is not a guided walk but just a chance to meet up and speak the language socially. |
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August |
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| Wednesday 16 August & Thursday 17 August | The West Show | L'Eree Aerodrome | This traditional fair celebrates Guernsey culture and traditions, including the language. Wednesday evening in the Craft tent will feature Les Danseurs (the Guernsey Dancers) for an evening of entertainment and fun. | |
Friday 25 August | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10 - 11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
Tuesday 29 August | Reservoir walk | Meet at the southern car park | 2.30pm onwards | Join us for a social walk around the reservoir. This route, which will include uneven paths, will take about an hour. Please feel free to bring a drink or snack for the half-way-round break! NB. This is not a guided walk but just a chance to meet up, speak the language socially and have fun. |
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September |
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Wednesday 13 September | Speed Patois | Les Douvres, St Martins (back room) | 7.30pm onwards | A social 'serai' (evening gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. |
Thursday 14 September | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
Tuesday 26 September | Guernsey Museum visit | Guernsey Museum, Candie Gardens | Meet at 2.30pm | To mark European Day of Languages, it seems fitting to have a social get together at our national Museum. There will be free entry to those attending this social tour of the venue, with the option to buy a tea or coffee at the end. |
| Friday 29 September | La Ribotrie! | Torteval Church Hall | 7.30pm onwards | Everyone is welcome at this celebration of Guernsey language, song, music and dance, akin to the Celtic Ceilidh or Breton Fest-Noz. It's free entry and there'll be a bar and snacks. |
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October |
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Tuesday 10 October | Speed Patois | Small lounge at LGC | 2.30pm onwards | A social 'arleuvai' (afternoon gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. Free tea & coffee. |
Friday 20 October | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown-ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
| Wednesday 25th October | Social outing organised by L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais | Occupation Museum | 2.30pm onwards | Organised by L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais, booking is essential. Please contact Ian on 253585. |
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November |
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Friday 10 November | Origami session | La Nouvelle Maritaine (large lounge) | 2.30 - 4pm | Join our resident origami expert, James Dumbelton, on International Origami Day. Practice your Guernésiais as you learn about the fascinating art of folding paper. All ages are welcome at this great brain workout! |
Mon 20 November | Speed Patois | The Last Post | 7.30pm onwards | A social 'serai' (evening gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. |
| Sunday 26th November | L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais annual lunch | La Villette Hotel | 12.30 for 1.00pm | This is a L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais event and booking is essential. Please call Brenda on 236517 by 20 November. £15.00 per person. |
Tuesday 28 November | Carol singing in Guernésiais | Venue TBC (please check back closer to the time) | 5.45 - 7pm | A gathering for people who would like to learn some Christmas carols in Guernsey's language. No experience of the language is required - lyric sheets with phonetic guide is provided. |
Thursday 30 November | Les Bibides | Small lounge at LGC | 10-11am | Fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. |
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December |
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Weds 6 Dec | Carol singing in Guernésiais | Venue TBC (please check back closer to the time) | 5.45 - 7pm | A gathering for people who would like to learn some Christmas carols in Guernsey's language. No experience of the language is required - lyric sheets with phonetic guide is provided. |
| Saturday 9th December | La Longue Veille | St Martin's Parish Hall | 6.30pm onwards | This is a L'Assembllaïe d'Guernésiais event and booking is essential. It always promises to be a fun event for people of all ages. Book with Cynthia on 255512 by 5th December. £5.00 per person. |
Tues 12 Dec | Carol singing in Guernésiais | Venue TBC (please check back closer to the time) | 5.45 - 7pm | A gathering for people who would like to learn some Christmas carols in Guernsey's language. No experience of the language is required - lyric sheets with phonetic guide is provided. |
Mon 18 Dec | Speed Patois | The Last Post | 7.30pm onwards | A social 'serai' (evening gathering) for anyone wishing to practice or speak the language. All levels welcome. Expect a cosy Christmas evening of carol singing and games. |
Friday 22 December | Les Bibides | Le Grand Courtil (small lounge) | 10 - 11 | Festive, fun Guernésiais learning for children up to age 7 & their grown ups. Free tea, coffee or squash. No need to book - just turn up. Expect a fun Christmas morning session with games and songs. |
