Tuesday 28 May 2013

Week 22 2013



Hello!


Sunny, rainy, sunny, rainy… and not enough HOT!

We were surprised on Saturday to find that the Bicycle Race, the Tour de Gironde almost went past our door on the 3rd stage of 4.  So we rushed to the end of the road just in time to see the bikes whizz by. 

If you are a fan of cycling, a date for your diary should be Tuesday 30 July 2013 which is when the celebrated Critérium is held in Castillon.  The race takes place on the slopes behind Castillon and there are 32 laps of a 3.1km course.  It often features famous cyclists hot from the Tour de France.

In the mean time, there’s plenty to keep us busy in the Gironde and Dordogne regions.

Whatever you do, have a good time.
Best wishes,
Helen

Week 22 2013

Monday 27 May 


Tuesday 28 May


We would like to take this opportunity to invite all family and friends of students at The Old School to come and celebrate the achievements of the GCSE and A level Art students who have worked extremely hard to produce some fantastic pieces for the moderation and examination in 2013.
There will be a Vernissage on Tuesday 28th May, from 6pm until 8.30pm at the salle des fetes in St Colomb de Lauzun.
This is the only opportunity there will be to view and appreciate the students work and we would really love to see as many supporters as possible on the evening.
Please forward this invitation to all your friends and family as everyone is very welcome, however, please could you let me know by email info@oldschoolfrance.com  if you can make it as we will be providing some refreshments.
Kind regards
Joel Bailey
The Old School
L'ancienne École
47410 St. Colomb de Lauzun
0033 (0)553642497
0033 (0)553947813


Wednesday 29 May


Thursday 30 May

30 May 14h : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
Julian, a drug-smuggler thriving in Bangkok's criminal underworld, sees his life get even more complicated when his mother compels him to find and kill whoever is responsible for his brother's recent death.  Starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Scott Thomas and Yayaying Rhatha

30 May – 12 June : Photo Exhibition at the Salle Cascante in Castillon la Bataille

 


















30 May 19h30 : Soiree de Music at the Restaurant Nostalg Air in Lavignac de Guyenne.  Jazz/Swing with music from the ‘Tiller Men’  Reservations 05 53 84 95 21

30 May 19h45 : ‘Getting the Balance Right’  A Health Conference in Saussignac with speakers 
Jennifer Triger and Dr Susie Mitchel.  To reserve contact jennmermaid@yahoo.com or
ltriger@hotmail.com

30 May 20h30 : Quartet is showing in VO at La Breche cinema in Ste Foy.
Cecily, Reggie, and Wilfred are in a home for retired musicians. Every year, on October 10, there is a concert to celebrate Verdi's birthday and they take part. Jean, who used to be married to Reggie, arrives at the home and disrupts their equilibrium. She still acts like a diva, but she refuses to sing. Still, the show must go on... and it does.  Starring Maggie Smith, Tom Courtney and Billy Connolly.

Friday 31 May
 
31 May 17h - 19h: Vitrine du Pays Foyen Wine class : Appellation Ste Foy Bordeaux. €18/workshop. Contact Frédérique LEUSIE
" Association des Vignes aux Vins en Pays Foyen"
VITRINE DU PAYS FOYEN
Centre commercial Grand Pineuilh
Avenue de la Résistance
33220 PINEUILH
T- 05.57.41.21.79
Mail -
vignesauxvins@gmail.com

31 May 19h30 : Soiree Jazz et Blues at the Relais de la Renaissance à SAINT-MICHEL-DE-MONTAIGNE.  Stan (clarinette/Sax) fait revivre les années 20 Jam Addiction (Jazz/Blues) Pascal Durand, Flute/sax, Guitarre, basse, batterie Le jeune Talent Timothy Brown, piano Chopin, Debussy Soirée, sur réservation Association Foyer Laïque Rural
assoflr@free.fr 05 53 24 96 69, 06 86 16 63 48

31 May 21h45 : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

31 mai – 1 – 2  juin : 12th Week-end Bandas at Pineuilh.  Held at the sports field in Pineuilh.  To find out more go to http://tourisme-dordogne-paysfoyen.com/12%C3%A8me-nuit-des-bandas

31 May - 1-2 June : Domaine Franc, 17 Avenue du Stade, Saint Magne de Castillon opens its property and gardens to the public.  Exhibitions, guided garden tours and a piece of theatre.  All welcome.




Saturday 1 June
 
1 June 10h – 17h : Les Femmes et La Ruralité in Castillon La Bataille aat Place Boyer-Andrivert.. Incuding a cooking competition (there’s still time to enter, call 06 23 74 25 98 ) and women producers and artisans.

1 June : Rendez-vous aux Jardins : Jardin Des Etamines in Cabara.  Portes Ouvertes 9 -12h & 14 – 20h.  To see more visit the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/jardin.lesetamines or call 05 57 84 70 69

1 June 17h45 : Quartet is showing in VO at La Breche cinema in Ste Foy.

1 June 20h45 : Les Compagnons de Théâtre presents Leonie est en Avance at St Philippe du Seignal



1 June 21h :Vox Vesunna in concert at the church in Vellereuil.  Entrance €10

1 June 18h : 'Apero Musical' at the lock at St Laurent des Hommes (24400). For those who don't know where it is, approach St Laurent from the N89 and Bénévent, you will cross the River Isle by a bridge and the lock is down the path IMMEDIATELY on your right after the bridge.
Last year this evening was a huge success. The music is live Entertainment by the teachers at St Laurent's Music School playing together for the evening, so hopefully see some of you there.
If rain stops play, the venue will be moved to the Salle de Fête in the village at St Laurent.

1 - 2 June : l’association Les Cavaliers des trois vignobles, aidée d’une équipe importante de bénévoles, organisera their 4th Cross Country Horse Ride.  The courses vary in distance from 10km for the younger participants, up to 100km for the more experinced riders. The course follows tracks through the communes of Eymet, Pardaillan, Soumensac, La Sauvetat-du-Dropt, Saint-Jean-de-Duras, Saint-Astier, Margueron and le tour du lac de Lescourroux. Contact : tél. 05 53 94 59 04 ou 06 80 26 68 34

Sunday 2 June

2 June : Vide greniers in Espiet 33420

2 June : Brocante in Montignac 24290



2 June : Brocante Vide greniers in Mussidan 24400, at the Parc Voulgre

2 June : Vide Greniers at St Emilion Tennis Courts.

2 June : The first Sunday in the month is always the Marche aux puces Brocante at the Places de Cayla et de la Mirpe, centre historique, Bergerac

2 June 16h : Concert due Chant Choral at the church in Monbazillac. Entrance €7

2 June 18h10 : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

2 June 20h45 : Free Angela is showing in VO at La Breche Cinema in Ste Foy.
A documentary that chronicles the life of young college professor Angela Davis, and how her social activism implicates her in a botched kidnapping attempt that ends with a shootout, four dead, and her name on the FBI's 10 most wanted list.  Starring Angela Davis and Eisa Davis


Coming up…





And finally…
 
We braved the chilly winds and wet weather to support the opening night at the Plage at Castillon.  The Plage is an open air restaurant on the banks of the Dordogne in Castillon.  You will find it just under the stone bridge.  The menu includes a selection of salads, and they have steak, fish and sausages cooked on a wood fire made from old vines, the hand cut chips aren’t too bad either!  They traditionally have live music and dancing on a Sunday afternoon throughout the summer.  What better way to spend a lazy Sunday…

Tuesday 21 May 2013

Week 21 2013




Hello!

I’m going to tell you a secret… there’s a gorgeous restaurant hidden away in the vines between St Emilion and St Christophe des Bardes.  We went there for a celebration lunch on Sunday and had a delicious lunch.  We were superbly looked after by Mathieu and Sophie in the beautifully Asian inspired dining room. 

All that was left at the end...
If you need a recommendation for a special meal, look no further than Les Belles Perdrix at Chateau Troplong-Mondot. http://www.chateau-troplong-mondot.com/eng/Reception.asp

There are plenty of other things to do in and around the Gironde and Dordogne Region, if you know of anything, or want to share an event, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Have a good week,



Best wishes,
Helen

Week 21 2013


Monday 20 May – Pentecost

21 May : Balade en Pentes Cotes organised by Creon Tourist Office.

Tuesday 21 May

21 May 20h15 : Mud is showing in VO at the Grandecran Libourne.

Two teenage boys encounter a fugitive and form a pact to help him evade the bounty hunters on his trail and to reunite him with his true love.  Starring Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon and Tye Sheridan.

Wednesday 22 May

22 May 20h30 : Concert at Chateau Haut-Sarpe. Concert de Trio Fontabarosa (piano et cordes)
Dans le cadre des Grandes Heures de Saint Emilion 

Thursday 23 May

23 – 26 May : 10th  Pourpre Perigourd Jazz Festival.  To find out more and how to get tickets go to http://www.jazzpourpre.com/jazzpourpreperigord.html


23 May 14h : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
Julian, a drug-smuggler thriving in Bangkok's criminal underworld, sees his life get even more complicated when his mother compels him to find and kill whoever is responsible for his brother's recent death.  Starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Scott Thomas and Yayaying Rhatha

Friday 24 May

24 May 16h10 : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

24 May 17h - 19h: Vitrine du Pays Foyen Wine class : Appellation Côtes de Duras. €18/workshop. Contact Frédérique LEUSIE
" Association des Vignes aux Vins en Pays Foyen"
VITRINE DU PAYS FOYEN
Centre commercial Grand Pineuilh
Avenue de la Résistance
33220 PINEUILH
T- 05.57.41.21.79
Mail -
vignesauxvins@gmail.com

24 May 20h30: Concert at La Sauve Majeure.  A choir of 20 will sing at Saint Pierre Church.

 





24 et 25 mai  : Gala de danse organisé par Energy Danse, salle des fêtes Robert Teyssandier, PineuilhContact : 06 85 92 30 83










24 May – 2 June : Bordeaux Fete le Fleuve - Bordeaux Celebrates its River in 2013


10 days of festivities non-stop! To see the full programme go to http://www.bordeauxfetelefleuve.com/uk/programme/index.html

Saturday 25 May

25 May 18h45 : Capitourl’en Scene presents ‘Le Grumeau’ Comic theatre at Chateau de Chainchon.  Entrance €10.


 

















25 May 20h30 : Concert in aid of Secours Populaire Francais at Espace Luci Aubrac, Floriac.  All welcome.

25 May : Soiree ‘ Alose’ and dancing at Lac de la Cadie, Mouliets et Villemartin.  If you have never eaten this fish, a speciality from the Dordogne, then go along and try it.  €22

25 May 20h45 : Choral Concert at the church in St Laurent des Hommes.  €5

 

















25 - 26 May : Foire de Printemps at the Salle des Fetes in Monteton.

25 May – 15 September 4 Artists exhibit in Libourne at the Musee Des Beaux-Arts.       
       

Sunday 26 May

26 May: The Bergerie de Daignac welcomes you to visit their farm for the day.  See and taste the produce from the farm and from other local producers.  A good family day out.

26 May : Vide grenier at Terrain de Sable, Libourne.
 
26 May : Vide grenier at L'esplanade des libertés, derrière la m270, Floriac 33370

26 May : Vide Grenier at Place des cirques, La Sauve 33670

26 May : Vide Greniers at SITE ARAGON - ALLEE DES GRANDS DUCS, Bergerac

Hi folks

The Mozaic Jazz Band, fresh home from a superbly successful concert in Norfolk, England, last week, will next be in concert in Bergerac as part of the Festival de Jazz Pourpre, on Sunday 26th May at 3.45 pm (for those who I said it was earlier, please read again as the timing has been changed)

We will be playing in the Place Gambetta, where the sous Préfecture is and the Centre Culturel.

I look forward to seeing some familiar faces in the audience. I believe there is to be a marquee just in case the skies don't know it's nearly summer.

Cheers
Avril
Pomerol Portes Ouvertes

26 May : Les Puces de Coeur de Bastide.  Organisé par l’ Association Coeur de Bastide
Centre ville, rues de la Bastide, Ste Foy la Grande


26 May : Foire a Tout at Montcaret.

26 May : Vide Grenier at Villefrance-de-Lonchat.

26 May : Fete de L’estampe.  The Mairie de Limeuil has an Exhibition de Gravures

26 May 20h30 : The Company You Keep (Sous Surveillance) is playing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
A former Weather Underground activist goes on the run from a journalist who has discovered his identity.  Starring Robert Redford, Nick Nolte, and Stanley Trucci.

26 May 20h30 : Only God Forgives  is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne








Coming up…

30 May 20h : A Health Conference in Saussignac.





















And finally…

I’ve been busy doing one of my favourite things…

Tuesday 14 May 2013

Week 20 2013



Hello!

We had a lovely day at Chateau de Bonhoste last Wednesday, the accordionist Mikael was there with his lively show, Coach’in Zumba Team were there in force getting the crowd moving, there were chickens to see and plants to buy and the Bandas rounded off an enjoyable day. 

It was a busy event and we caught up with lots of friends.  (AND the rain held off!)

There really are lots of things going on in and around the Gironde and Dordogne area, we are spolit for choice.  Many thanks to everyone who has sent contributions, keep them coming.

Have a good week,

Best wishes,
Helen

PS - Next Monday 20 May is another Bank Holiday, lundi du Pentecote.

Week 20 2013


Just as I thought that Libourne was no longer showing films in VO (Version Originale) this week they have 3 films… (hmmm, likes buses…)

Monday 13 May

 
Tuesday 14 May


Wednesday 15 May


Thursday 16 May

16 – 22 May 14h – 18h : Patchwork Exhibition at the Presbytere, St Avit Senieur.  Free entrance, all
welcome.

16 May 19h25 : The Company You Keep (Sous Surveillance) is playing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
A former Weather Underground activist goes on the run from a journalist who has discovered his identity.  Starring Robert Redford, Nick Nolte, and Stanley Trucci.

16 Mai  20h30 : Concert - Les Grandes Heures de Saint-Emilion Château de Ferrand
François Salque, violoncelle, Laurène Durantel, contrebasse
J.S Bach, Henze, Kodály, Piazzola
Plan et renseignements : http://www.grandesheuresdesaintemilion.fr

Friday 17 May

17 May 17h – 19h : The Vitrine du Pays Foyen (at the Grand Leclerc Pineuilh) is holding a series of wine workshops every Friday from now until the end of August.  This week is the Bergerac, Montravel, Saussignac  Appellation.  €18 / workshop. 
Contact Frédérique LEUSIE
" Association des Vignes aux Vins en Pays Foyen"
VITRINE DU PAYS FOYEN
Centre commercial Grand Pineuilh
Avenue de la Résistance
33220 PINEUILH
T- 05.57.41.21.79
Mail -
vignesauxvins@gmail.com

17 May 16h10 : The Company You Keep (Sous Surveillance) is playing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

17 May 14h : Trance is showing in VO at Libourne Grandecran.
A fine art auctioneer mixed up with a gang joins forces with a hypnotherapist to recover a lost painting. As boundaries between desire, reality and hypnotic suggestion begin to blur the stakes rise faster than anyone could have anticipated.  Starring James McAvoy, Vincent Cassel and Rosario Dawson and Directed by Danny Boyle of Olympics Opening Ceremony fame.

17 May 19h20 : Mud is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
Two teenage boys encounter a fugitive and form a pact to help him evade the bounty hunters on his trail and to reunite him with his true love.  Starring Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon and Tye Sheridan.

17 May : Jazz and Brazilian Music and Domaine des Collones followed by a buffet and wine from the chateau.  €15/person. Reservations 06 76 81 53 36
Saturday 18 May

18 – 19 May : The 3rd weekend in May id the Fete des Moulins at Moulin de Moustelat, see the working water mill and the bread oven.  For more information and directions go to http://www.moulin-de-moustelat.com/ElementsRubrique.aspx?SITE=BARRIE1&RUB=189&MP_SS_RUB=ELEM&MP_ELT=FICHE&PAGE=1
18 – 26 May : International Foire in Bordeaux.  This really is a Fair with something for everyone, to find out more, including reduced price entrance go to http://foiredebordeaux.com/en

Samedi 18 (14h à 18h30) et Dimanche 19 mai 2013 (9h à 12h et 14 h à 18h30) : Exposition de Maquettes au Centre Culturel avec présentation de motos anciennes (samedi) et voitures anciennes (dimanche).

18 May 20h : Soiree annees 60 / 80.  (Music from the 60s and the 80s – not people who are 60 or 80…)  at Lac de la Cadie, Mouliets et Villemartin.











18 – 19 May : Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux Portes Ouvertes.  To see the full programme go to http://www.cadillaccotesdebordeaux.com/media/jpo_depliant_2013_web__024288300_0844_30042013.pdf



















18 - 19 - 20 May : Fete de Pentecote in Gensac.  To view the full programme go to http://gensac.fr/spip.php?article196

Sunday 19 May

19 May : One of the most beautiful flower and plant markets is held today in the square at Monpazier.
19 May 10h – 17h30 : Aiguilles at Ciseaux en  Fete – Needles and Scissors.  Handmade crafts and 
demonstrations in St Avit Senieur.

19 May 10h – 16h : The next ex-chainstore clothes sale will take place in Castelmoron d’Albret, opposite the bar-restaurant ‘Chez Pierre’
Special Offer: 10% off when you spend 50€ or more!
Brand New Spring & Summer clothes & underwear for women
M&S, Next, Monsoon, Wallis, French Connection, and many more.
New arrival of M&S Designer Samples of Luxury lingerie (No 10% discount)
Tops & T-shirts, Trousers, Jeans, Skirts & Dresses
Nothing costs more than 25€ !
UK sizes 6 to 22

19 May : Vide Grenier and Brocante in Eymet.

19 May : Vide grenier in Saint Quentin de Baron

19 May 16h10 : Mud is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

19 May : Following a day of Quad biking in the vines, Dinner and dancing in the evening at Lac de la Cadie, Mouliets et Villemartin.

 












Coming up…

20 May 20h30 : The Company You Keep (Sous Surveillance) is playing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

20 May 18h10 and 21 May 20h15: Trance is showing in VO at Libourne Grandecran.

20 May 20h30 and 21 May 20h15 : Mud is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

Franklin Farm

Will be doing a drop off at David and Helen Furniss gite complex in Lamothe Montravel on 21st May between 1.30 and 2.30pm
We have a new website if you would like to see our products and prices www.franklinfarm.fr
In summary we sell English style sausages, dry cured bacon and lamb, jointed, minced and sometimes sausages and burgers too.
It would be great to see you there if you have a specific order then you can email or phone me franklinwz@orange.fr 0553823771/ 0609106284
The addres for the gite complex is as follows
Keirmasi , le Matelin
24230 Lamothe Montravel
Close to St Michel de Montaigne about 2.2 Kms from the D 936

Les 31 mai - 1er et 2 juin 2013 : Week-end Bandas Pineuilh.  This is one for the diary!  If you have never been and you don’t know what a Bandas is, then this should explain everything… Read more here http://www.patrickvallon.fr/article-pineuilh-nuit-des-bandas-et-collectif-metisse-en-concert-117278224.html

And finally…


Despite the miserable weather last Thursday, there was great excitement along the banks of the Dordogne. 
A swarm of bees was spotted in a nearby cherry tree, so all hands on deck, and bee hats to the ready as the swarm was transferred from the tree to a hive.  
 So far, so good, the bees have settled into their new home and with the mass of acacia blossoms around, should soon be making a good store of honey. 
Many thanks to PL and DS.