Every year the Conservatoire of Western Vaud (the Conservatoire currently has 1200 pupils and 73 teachers), puts on an original performance for the public. Their Christmas concert this year will take place at 18:30 on Thursday 16th December in St Prex and will bring 90 pupils and their teachers together for a Christmas themed musical show. The public will see for themselves the work that goes on at the Conservatoire and the various different levels of musical tuition that is offered by the school. Entry is free. For more information contact Marie-Hélène Piotet, artistic director on 079 579 73 45. Photo above a previous summer concert of the Conservatoire.
Brocante and Christmas Fair on Thursday, 9th December 09:00 to 20:00 485 rue de l’Etraz, Gex, France
A last chance to snap up some unusual gifts for Christmas:Brocante (over 500 items). Christmas Cards and wreaths. Dried flowers, indoor plants and photos and paintings, painted furniture, beads, jewelry, mincemeat. Hand stitched quilts from Bangladesh sold on behalf of the Kajoli community. Tea, coffee and cakes. Call in after work for late night shopping, and a glass of wine.
Parking on the road recommended. Euros and swiss francs accepted – cheques but not credit cards.
Tel +33 4 50 41 92 30 or Mobile +33 6 81 36 67 23 for more details