Week 36 2013

Hello,

Castillon by the river

The beautiful weather, and the knowledge that the night market season is drawing to a close lead us out in force to both the last Castillon night market and the only Doulezon one. They were equally entertaining and well supported.  One of the nice things is that you can buy the really local wines at 

these events.

Doulezon under cover

Sunday took us off to the vide grenier in Blasimon which started in the village square and sprawled out in the surrounding streets and into the shady park behind the Salle.  I managed to restrain myself from returning home with yet another glass vase…

Blasimon vide-greniers spreads out under the trees

It’s the return to school this week, but there are still plenty of events in and around the Gironde and Dordogne region.  If you hear of an event and would like me to list it, please don’t hesitate to let me know.

Have a good week,

Best wishes,

Helen

notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 36 2013

Monday 2 September

2 September 19h : Vernissage for the Photograph Exhibition by Didier Salaun at the Salle Castcante in Castillon

2 – 30 September : Paintings and Poetry Exhibition by Gisele Gall at the Vitrine du Pays Foyen.

Tuesday 3 September

Wednesday 4 September

4 September 13h40, 16h, 19h20 : Jobs is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

The story of Steve Jobs' ascension from college dropout into one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century.  Starring Ashton Kutcher, Durmot Mulroney and Josh Gad.

4 September 21h : Concert de jazz. Château Faugères, à Saint-Etienne de Lisse

Contact : 05 56 51 93 28 - Tarif : 16.80 €
Réservation en ligne sur France billet ou Ticketnet.
Plus d'infos sur www.jazzandwine.org/

Thursday 5 September

 

5 September 13h40, 16h, 19h20 : Jobs is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

5 September : Dance classes in St Emilion.  Go along and have a go… the first lesson is a free trial.

Friday 6 September

6 September 13h40, 16h, 19h20 : Jobs is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

6 September 17h : Vernissage for the Paintings and Poetry Exhibition by Gisele Gall at the Vitrine du Pays Foyen.

6 September 20h30 : Concert les Grandes Heures. Château de Pressac "plan"

Vera Tsybakov, piano (Bach, Franck, Chopin, Debussy, Rachmaninov)

Saturday 7 September

7 September : Medoc Marathon.  It’s too late to enter for this year, but go and support and you can get in training for next year… http://www.marathondumedoc.com/

7 September 13h40, 16h, 19h20 : Jobs is 

showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

7 September 14h : If the marathon is not your thing, but walking is, then join the walk leaving from the Cave at Ste Radegonde.  Followed by a Soiree gourmande and fireworks!

7 September 8h30 : Or if you prefer a day long walk around the moulins and chateaux contact the Tourist Office in Branne and join the 16km ramble. http://www.tourismebrannais-entredeuxmers.com/

7 September : Or if walking is just not your thing at all,but cars is, there is a discovery treasure hunt around St Emilion.  Contact the St Emilion Tourist office for further details. http://www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com/fr/agenda.html?m=09&id=843

7 September : Le Brut du Chateau.  Music festival with live bands at the foot of the Chateau in Pujols.  Food and drink available on site. Entrance €5

7 September : Marche Gourmande at Mouliets et Villemartin

7 – 8  September : Fete du Mascaret at St Pardon.  If you haven’t seen it yet, the strange natural phenomenon of a wave making its way steadily up-river is worth a look.  There’s also plenty to see and do along the waterfront.  Visit http://www.mascaret.asso.fr/ for more information.

Sunday 8 September

8 September 13h40, 16h, 19h20 : Jobs is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

8 September : Vide grenier in Capitoulan

8 September 10h30 : Brunch at Chateau de Belcier, les Salles de Castillon.  Like a night market, but in the morning.

8 September : Vide Grenier in Pomerol (perhaps they’ll be getting rid of some dusty old vintages…)

8 septembre : Grand déballage in Pinheuil organisé par le Comité des fêtes.

8 September : Vide grenier and exhibition at Sinte Florencer 33350

 

8 September : Vide grenier at St Pey d'Armens

8 September : Vide Grenier in Frontenac

Coming up…

Gluten Freaks new version (two members are on travel for a year) will be playing at the Exodus Café in Beauronne on September 14.

The venue is a restaurant and Bar. There will be diner for those who want. It is better to reserve before.

Telephone number is 05 53 80 24 54. Sylvain and Sophie are the owners. They speak English.

Have a nice week

Edouard Gootjes

See them in action http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7fFZMsn9TA

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A message about delivery and pick-up points from Franklin Farm

Hello All

Tuesday 10 September…

Lamothe Montravel- Helen and David Furniss gites at Keirmasi, Le Matelin 24230 12.15 till 12.45

St.Méard de Gurçon, 24610, outside the church 1.30 till 2.30.

Letting you know I will be in your area  next week.

If you want something specific please let me know before Wednesday 4th September so I can be sure I have it for you.

A reminder of our website with a list of prices is www.franklinfarm.fr

The most effective way of contacting me is by email to the above address or the one quoted on the website franklinzw@aol.com

See you all soon happy rentrée to whom it applies

Helen Franklin

And finally…

Does anyone know a good hairdresser?  I’ve had a few queries about this, so please let me know if you have a good one.