What's On: Tuesday 17 November 2009

As part of the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall on the night of 9 November 1989. Exhibition on the theme of borders and symbols of the division of the world during the Cold War period. At the Mémorial de Caen.

Exhibition of abstract and figurative paintings by Elliott Mercer in oils and other mediums on canvas and wood. Exhibition opening-night reception at 18:30 15 October. Arenga Restaurant 16, Rue de Courtonne, Caen.

Guided tours and tastings at the Pierre Huet Calvados producers. From 09:00 - 12:30 and 14:00 - 18:00.

Sports Night including pool, darts, table football and Wii sports. Every Friday evening at Bellefontaine Park, Chemin de l’Eglise. For more information Tel : 02 33 50 37 52.

Temporary exhibition entitled "Women in the war", depicting womens' lives and roles during the Second World War. 15 May to 30 September, Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 - 12:00, every day 14:00 - 18:00. 1 October to 30 November, Wednesday to Sunday 14:00 - 18:00. At the Musée de la Liberation.

Exhibition and sale of paintings and sculpures from aritists around France. At the Salle des fêtes. Entrance free.

Guided visit in English. The cathedral of Coutances is, besides the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel, one of the most commanding examples of Gothic architecture in Normandy. Started in the early years of the 13th century, the cathedral is built on foundations of a Norman cathedral dating from the 11th century. Guided visits of the Romanesque parts also include special access to the upper galleries, the lantern-tower and to the gothic glass roof in order to view the various phases of the building. Please note that for safety reasons, children under 10 are not allowed on the visit. Every Tuesday. Visits starts at 11:45. Tickets on sale at Coutances Tourist Office.

Visit the tidal island and abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. Open daily 09:00 - 18:00. Closed 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.

Guided visit in English. Discovery of the landscapes of the Northern coast of the Cotentin and the rich history of the Channel. From beaches to moors, passing the quarries that paved the way between Paris and Roubaix. Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes – 5.5 kms (circa 3.4 miles). Meeting point Anse du Brick Campsite, car park at 14:30. For more information Tel : 02 33 54 02 48.

Exhibition of photographs of the Normandy countryside in the mist, by Kirt Stier. At the Office Departemental de la culture.

Guided tours throughout year, of the city of Alencon. For more information contact the Tourist Office Tel : 02 33 80 66 33 .

The Manoir Courboyer headquarters of the Perche Natural Park. Visit the manor house and gardens. Tourist information, restaurant and shop selling local crafts and produce. Open daily throughout the year.

Annual fair. Exhibitors include; home furnishing and decoration, gardening, well being and renewable energy. From 10:00 - 20:00. Wednesday 17 and Friday 20 November evening to 21:30. At the Docks Café, rue Marceau, Quai de la Réunion.

Large funfair along the banks of the Seine. Numerous rides, attractions and food stalls.