Week 4 2017

Hello!

What a lot of cold...
Here's the fountain outside the Mairie in Castillon.

The film and cinema awards are up and coming, so the cinemas are awash with VO films - still yet to see LaLa Land. Don't forget the Orange Tuesdays, 2 for the price of 1 tickets.

Whatever you do this week in the Gironde and Dordogne, keep warm and enjoy fireside life!

Best wishes,
Helen
notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 4 2017

Monday 23 January

Tuesday 24 January

Wednesday 25 January

25 January 16h15 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
A group of Boston-bred gangsters set up shop in balmy Florida during the Prohibition era, facing off against the competition and the Ku Klux Klan.  Starring Ben Affleck, Elle Fanning and Brenda Gleeson

25 January 17h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Paterson is a bus driver in the city of Paterson, New Jersey - they share the name. Every day, Paterson adheres to a simple routine: he drives his daily route, he writes poetry into a notebook; he stops in a bar and drinks exactly one beer; he goes home to his wife, Laura. By contrast, Laura's world is ever changing. New dreams come to her almost daily. The film quietly observes the triumphs and defeats of daily life, along with the poetry evident in its smallest details. Starring Adam Driver, Goldsmith Farahani and Nellie the dog

25 January 20h15 : A Clockwork Orange is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
In future Britain, Alex DeLarge, a charismatic and psycopath delinquent, who likes to practice crimes and ultra-violence with his gang, is jailed and volunteers for an experimental aversion therapy developed by the government in an effort to solve society's crime problem - but not all goes according to plan.  Starring Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee and Michael Bates.

Thursday 26 January

26 January 16h15 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

26 January 21h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Friday 27 January

27 January 16h15 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

27 January 16h:45 : A Clockwork Orange is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

27 January 17h45 : Manchester by the Sea (This is set in the USA not the UK) is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande
An uncle is obliged to return home to care for his nephew after his brother dies. Unknowing he is to be the guardian and struggles with the decision. Throughout the movie he recounts past memories that caused him to leave Manchester and distance himself from his past.  Starring Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams and Kyle Chandler

27 January 21h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande

27 January 21h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Saturday 28 January

28 January 20h : An evening of theatrical entertainment. Les Electrons Lib take on LIGI for an improvisation battle! All welcome at  L'Accordeur in Saint Denis de Pile, especially if you like live theatre.

28 January 16h15 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

28 January 18h15 : Paterson is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande

28 January 21h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

28 January : Doors open at 19h30 for a concert by FOX at the Chateau d'Eymet. For more information, reservations for tickets and/or food contact 05 53 23 82 37 or maquizart@maquizart.com

28 January 20h30 : Concert at the Church Saint Symphorien in Castillon. An Homage to  the trumpeter Maurice Andre. Tickets €20 available in advance from the Tourist office in Castillon (which is now next to the Mairie)

Sunday 29 January

29 January : Vide grenier and Brocante in Pellegrue










29 January : Weekly Flea Market in Rauzan

29 January 14h30 : If you've been missing out on the music and entertainment from everyone's favourite accordionist, Mikael Vigneau provides the live music at the Tea Dance in Castillon at the Centre Cultural (next to Intermarche)

29 January 20h30 : A Clockwork Orange is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Coming up...

30 January 17h45 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
30 January 17h45 : Manchester by the Sea (This is set in the USA not the UK) is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande
30 January 15h & 17h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
30 January 17h45 & 20h15 : Sunrise (L'Aurore) is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Made in 1927. An allegorical tale about a man fighting the good and evil within him. Both sides are made flesh - one a sophisticated woman he is attracted to and the other his wife. Starring George O'Brian, Janet Gaynor and Margret Livingston

31 January 15h : A Clockwork Orange is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
31 January 17h45 : Live by Night is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne
31 January 17h45  : Sunrise (L'Aurore) is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
31 January 15h & 17h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
31 January 20h45 : Manchester by the Sea (This is set in the USA not the UK) is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande

And finally...

The Women's March in Bordeaux was well supported.  Many thanks to DB & JM for their roving reporting!

Week 3 2017

Hello!

Did you know that there are weekly flea markets around the St Michel quartier in Bordeaux? Up and running during the week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and the biggest, most popular time, on a Sunday morning.

So, last Sunday (despite the damp weather) we headed over there to have a look.  Be warned... there's a lot of junk, but there are also a few gems if you rummage! And rummage I did!  I'd been after a big wooden bowl, and there it was, buried at the back of a stall, covered in dust and dirt! It's now pride of place in the kitchen.

Whatever you do in the Gironde and Dordogne regions, wrap up warm and have a good week.
Best wishes,
Helen
notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 3 2017

Monday 16 January

Tuesday 17 January

Wednesday 18 January

18 January 19h30 : Rambo First Blood is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Former Green Beret John Rambo is pursued into the mountains surrounding a small town by a tyrannical sheriff and his deputies, forcing him to survive using his combat skills.  Starring Sylvester Stallone, Brian Dennehy and Richard Crenna

Thursday 19 January

19 January 21h45 :  Midnight Special is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Alton Meyer is a boy unlike any other in the world with bizarrely powerful abilities and strange weaknesses. In the middle of the night, his father, Roy, spirits him away from the isolated cult that practically worships him and is determined to regain him at all costs. At the same time, Alton's abilities have been noticed by the US government as well and they are equally insistent on getting to the bottom of this mystery with Paul Sevier of the National Security Agency leading the Federal pursuit with his own questions. These rival hunts force father and son into a desperate run towards a looming date with destiny that could change everything.Starring Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton and Kirsten Dunst.

Friday 20 January

20 January 13h45 :  Midnight Special is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

20 January 16h15: Rambo First Blood is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

20 January 18h30 : Conference at Salle Paul Bert in Ste Foy la Grande.


Saturday 21 January

21 January 14h30 : In support of the Women's March on Washington there's a march in the centre of Bordeaux.
'We stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families - recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country.
The Women’s March will send a bold message to our new administration on their first day in office, and to the world, that women's rights are human rights. We stand together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us.'
All welcome.


21 January 21h : A traditional orchestra from St Petersbourg perform at the church at St Aubin-Latresne.  Entrance €15 on the night, or €12 if you book ahead of time - 06 03 82 41 09

21 January 19h : A Scottish celebration in Caplong. Sassenachs welcome!

Sunday 22 January

22 January : Weekly Flea market in Rauzan.

22 January : Vide grenier and flea market in Langon

22 January : The Ecole de Musique & Dance invite you to join them in ana afternoon of orchestras and choirs.  Free entry, all welcome at the Salle Teyssander in Pineuilh.

22 January 17h45 :  Paris-Texas  is showing in VO at Cinema La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande.
A man wanders out of the desert after a four year absence. His brother finds him, and together they return to L.A. to reunite the man with his young son. Soon after, he and the boy set out to locate the mother of the child, who left shortly after the man disappeared. Starring Harry Dean Stanton, Nastassja Kinski and Dean Stockwell.

22 January 18h15 :  Midnight Special is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

22 January 17h : The Temple de Bergerac in Bergerac is hosting a recital of Handel's Messiah.  Entrance €8
- organisé par la chorale Atout Choeur. ATOUT CHOEUR Le Tauzin, Maison de quartier-Centre social - Pour sa 6ème année l'ensemble présente des extraits du Messie de Haendel. Le groupe compte maintenant 10 soprani, 14 alti, 6 ténors et 6 basses, qui partagent tous la passion du chant choral et transmettent leur bonheur de chanter à leur public de plus en plus fidèle, toujours étonné et ravi de l'énergie et de la joie se dégageant de l'ensemble. - Tarif : 8 euros / gratuit pour les moins de 18 ans.

22 January 20h30 : Rambo First Blood is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Coming up...

If you know of any events, or wish to publicize an activity or concert, or wish to share something that might be of interest, please don't hesitate to let me know and I'll put it on the newsletter. 

23 January 15h : Rambo First Blood is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
24 January 20h30 :  Midnight Special is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
24 January 20h45 :  Paris-Texas  is showing in VO at Cinema La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande.

Look! Everyone's favourite accordionist!

 

And finally...

Could be the Caribbean?

For our friends in far away places...

Out and about checking over the properties we look after, and this was the view.  Disregarding the biting cold wind and the temperatures just above freezing... we could be in the Caribbean! 

Week 2 2017

Hello!
This week brings the start of the national Soldes (Sales) in France. The sales last for 6 weeks and include both High Street and On-line shops.  Happy Shopping!

Whatever you do in the Gironde and Dordogne regions, have a great week... and enjoy the shops!

Best wishes,
Helen
notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 2 2017

Plenty of films out there in VO (version original) this week... and a fun dress-up option on Friday!

Monday 9 January

Tuesday 10 January

Wednesday 11 January

Milly's 67 Rue Victor Hugo St Foy la Grande

11 January : First day of the National Sales.

11 January : I'm Milly and have a shop in St Foy La Grande selling local and international artisan products, including fashion, perfumes, bags etc.
Suitable for all : 67 Rue Victor Hugo, St Foy la Grande

11 January 19h25 & 21h45 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Set against the antebellum South, The Birth of a Nation follows Nat Turner, a literate slave and preacher, whose financially strained owner, Samuel Turner, accepts an offer to use Nat's preaching to subdue unruly slaves. As he witnesses countless atrocities - against himself and his fellow slaves - Nat orchestrates an uprising in the hopes of leading his people to freedom. Starring Nate Parker, Armie Hammer and Penelope Ann Miller

11 January 20h30 : Rogue One : A Star Wars Story is showing in VO at the Eden Cinema in Monsegur.
The Rebel Alliance makes a risky move to steal the plans for the Death Star, setting up the epic saga to follow.Starring Felicity Jones, Diego Luna and Alan Tudyk.

Thursday 12 January

12 January 13h45 : The last Face is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
 A director  of an international aid agency in Africa meets a relief aid doctor amidst a political/social revolution, and together face tough choices surrounding humanitarianism and life through civil unrest. Starring Charlize Theron, Javier Bardem and Jared Harris

12 January 19h20 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Friday 13 January

13 January 19h25 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

13 January 20h : Les Soirees de l'hypnose.  Find out all about hypnoses here in Pineuilh.

13 January : The Rocky Horror Picture show is showing in VO at the Eden Cinema in Monsegur.
Reduced entrance fee for those 'dressed to impress'!
It's the weird and wonderful as newly engaged couple Brad and Janet encounter a problem when their car halts in the rain. They both look for contact, only to find themselves at the castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite. A place to stay is offered, but will Brad and Janet want to remain there? Especially when a large group of Transylvanians dance to the 'Time Warp', Dr. Frank-N-Furter builds his own man and a whole host of participation for the audience to enjoy.  Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Richard O'Brien.

Saturday 14 January

14 January 17h30 : Les Samedis de Cabara host their regular conversation salon, this time they explore the question of misogyny and the discrimination of women. Free entry and all welcome.

14 January 19h25 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Sunday 15 January

15 January : Weekly Flea market in Rauzan.

15 January 16h : Concert du Josem at the church in Allemand du Dropt.  Entrance €5

15 January 20h30 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

15 January 20h30 : The last Face is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

15 January 20h30 : Rogue One : A Star Wars Story is showing in VO at the Eden Cinema in Monsegur.

Coming up...

16 January 15h & 17h45 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
16 January 17h45 : Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
Paterson is a bus driver in the city of Paterson, New Jersey - they share the name. Every day, Paterson adheres to a simple routine: he drives his daily route, he writes poetry into a notebook; he stops in a bar and drinks exactly one beer; he goes home to his wife, Laura. By contrast, Laura's world is ever changing. New dreams come to her almost daily. The film quietly observes the triumphs and defeats of daily life, along with the poetry evident in its smallest details. Starring Adam Driver, Goldsmith Farahani and Nellie the dog

17 January 15h : The last Face is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
17 January 17h45 : The Birth of a Nation is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.
17 January 17h45 & 20h15: Paterson is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

And finally...

If you think that the weather is a little miserable today, cast your mind back to this time last year when the rain didn't stop falling and the river was frighteningly high!

Castillon - January 2016

Week 1 2017

Hello!

Wishing you a very healthy and happy New Year! Courtesy of Perry Taylor...

http://perrytaylor.fr/en/

I hope that you all had a lovely Christmas time, with family, friends and cake!  2017 looks like it's going to be a year full of new adventures and challenges for us, not least a little gite to renovate.

A quiet start to the new year, so if you are looking for things to do, here are some of my favourites:

• Wander the cobbled streets of St Emilion.  In the wintertime there's plenty of parking and the streets and lanes belong to you.
• Visit the Cite du Vin in Bordeaux, http://www.laciteduvin.com/en Closed on Mondays, but at this time of year there's no queuing. 
• Head north to Blaye, discover the Citadel and look out along the estuary.
• Sunday mornings in Bordeaux, you're spoilt for choice. There's the flea market around St Pierre, anything from a vintage armchair to a solitary wine glass.  If you prefer fresh produce, there's a fabulous organic market on the waterfront by the Hangars.
• But mostly, Sundays will often find us rummaging at the weekly flea market in Rauzan.

What are your go-to places to visit and things to do in the winter months?

Whatever you do in the coming week, have a healthy new year in the Gironde and Dordogne regions.
Best wishes,
Helen
notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 1 2017

Monday 2 January

Tuesday 3 January

3 Jan - 29 February : (not sure the date is correct for 2017?) Art Exhibition at the Union de Producteurs de St Emilion

Wednesday 4 January

Thursday 5 January

Friday 6 January

6 January 18h30 : Vernisage for the art exhibition by Jo-Anne Surridge at l'Espace Tourism et Vin at the Grand Pineuilh.

Saturday 7 January

7 January 10h30 : Pliage and origami in Blasimon.  Learn
how to fold with precision.  Free and open to all.

 
 















Sunday 8 January

8 January : Weekly flea market in Rauzan

Coming up...

And finally...

Christmas isn't over until 6 January, so my tree is still up until then.  Here's one I saw in a shop window that I really liked.