Week 7 2016

Hello!

Have you noticed the modern wine chais popping up in the region?  No longer satisfied with the traditional limestone chais, some Chateau have been delving into the design book and putting up some interesting buildings.

Here are some favourites – thank you LM for the photos. Do you recognise them?

No Newsletter for the next few weeks as we’re off on our adventures in the search of winter sun!  You can always follow our exploits on Instagram.

Back in March! Meanwhile, whatever you get up to in Gironde and Dordogne regions, have a great couple of weeks.

Best wishes,

Helen

notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

 

 

Week 7 2016

Monday 8 February

Tuesday 9 February

Wednesday 10 February

10 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

In an adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's seminal novel The Price of Salt, CAROL follows two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York. Starring  Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and Kyle Chandler.

Thursday 11 February

11 February 20h45 : Jane got a gun is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande

A woman asks her ex-lover for help in order to save her outlaw husband from a gang out to kill him.  Starring Natalie Portman, Joel Edgerton and Ewan McGregor.

11 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Friday 12 February

12 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Saturday 13 February

13 February : Brocante at Libourne in Place Abel Surchamp

13 February from 15h : Libourne celebrates the Chinese New Year with a dragon procession through the streets of the village.  Followed in the evening with a diner-spectacle!  Find out more here 

13 February : Pessac celebrates Valentine’s day at the Foyer Communal

13 February : Escargots a la Bordelaise.  The Rowing Club in Castillon host a dinner dance at the Salles de Castillon.  Maybe snails are your thing?

13 February : Saint Magne de Castillon is dining on Jimboura on Saturday.  If you have never tasted this pork speciality what are you waiting for?

13 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Sunday 14 February

14 February : Marche des Puces at Rauzan

14 February : Brocante and flea market in Cadillac

14 February : Vide grenier du Printemps at Saint Seurin sur l’Isle

14 February : Brocante vide grenier at Guitres

14 February : 16h : Tea Party at Soussac with live music from Barry Schofield and Peter Acock.

14 February 18h15 : Jane got a gun is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy la Grande

Coming up…

15 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

16 February 21h45 : : Carol is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

And finally…

Last year I spent a wonderful Saturday afternoon at Pattisserie Druart in the centre of Ste Foy making a delicious and memorable Fraisier with the ever patient, charming and talented Jerome Druart.

 

Once again he has organised Pastry Classes running through to the end of May.  If you are interested, contact him directly, or drop into the Patisserie – it’s just across from the Mairie on the town square. If you have a group of 4 keen pastry makers, you can organise a class all for yourselves.  Its’s a wonderful way to spend an afternoon, and you get to take away your creation too! 

Week 6 2016

Hello!

Did you know that the Catholic holiday of Candlemas, on 2 February, is a feast to commemorate the purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation of baby Jesus. In France, this holiday is called la Chandeleur, Fête de la Lumière, or jour des crêpes.

Not only do the French eat a lot of crêpes on Chandeleur, but they also do a bit of fortune telling while making them. It is traditional to hold a coin in your writing hand and a crêpe pan in the other, and flip the crêpe into the air. If you manage to catch the crêpe in the pan, your family will be prosperous for the rest of the year.  There is also a train of thought that suggests you should keep this well flipped pancake on the top of the wardrobe for the year to doubly ensure good fortune…

Enjoy your pancakes and whatever you do this week in the Gironde and Dordogne regions – have a great week.

Best wishes,

Helen

notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 6 2016

Monday 1 February

1 February 16h15 & 17h45 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

A married couple preparing to celebrate their wedding anniversary receive shattering news that promises to forever change the course of their lives. Starring Charlotte Rampling, Tom Courtney and Geraldine James

1 – 29 February : Art Exhibition at L’Espace Tourism at Vin at Grand Pineuilh .  Featuring Daniel

Mullie and Anna Djerwo.

Tuesday 2 February

2 February 15h, 17h45 & 20h30 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

2 February 17h45 : Spotlight is showing  in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton and Rachel McAdams

2 – 6 February : Operation Special Chandelieur at Terroire Vins et Decouvertes in Leves, Villefranche de Longchat and Flaujagues. It looks to me like there may be some sparkling wine left!

Wednesday 3 February

3 February 13h45 & 19h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

In an adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's seminal novel The Price of Salt, CAROL follows two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York. Starring  Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and Kyle Chandler.

3 February 16h15 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

Thursday 4 February

4 February : Fete des Boeufs Gras de Bazas.  Bazas is famous for the beef and today they celebrate it. Find out more here

4 February 13h45 & 19h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

4 February 16h15 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

4 February 21h45 : Spotlight is showing  in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

  

Friday 5 February

5 February 13h45 & 19h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

5 February 16h15 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.         

5 February 18h : Invitiation to the opening of the Art Exhibition at La Vitrine at the Grande Pineuilh Leclerc.

5 February 20h30 : La Cenerentola, (Cinderella, or Goodness Triumphant) is an operatic dramma giocoso in two acts by Gioachino Rossini.  Playing as part of the live opera series in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

5 February 21h : Live music at La Cave des Chevaliers in Villefranche de Longchet with Big Ed in concert.

5 - 6 - 7 February :Virus Vocal Festival in Ste Foy la Grande. 3 days of concerts including choirs, ensembles and orchestras. Find out more here. All the concerts are free.

Saturday 6 February

6 February 13h45 & 19h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

6 February 16h15 : 45 Years is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

6 February 17h15 : The Hateful Eight is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy..

In the dead of a Wyoming winter, a bounty hunter and his prisoner find shelter in a cabin currently inhabited by a collection of nefarious characters. Starring Samuel L Jackson, Kurt Russel and Jennifer Jason

6 February 20h : Apero Concert on the Rocks at Espace Cedrus, by the train station in Castillon.

6 February : 19h30 : Soiree Creole at the Salle des Fetes in Pineuilh.  More information and reservations 07 83 45 42 91/06 79 89 36 46

Sunday 7 February

7 February : Weekly Flea Market in Rauzan – there were plenty of linens to choose from last time I was there.

7 February : Brocante and flea market at Cadillac.

7 February : Brocante in the centre ville Place Gambetta in Bergerac.(1^st Sunday of every month)

7 February 10h30, 13h45, 18h15 & 20h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

7 February 16h15 & 18h15: 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

7 February 18h15 : Amy is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy.

The story of Amy Winehouse in her own words, featuring unseen archival footage and unheard tracks.

7 February 20h30 : The Hateful Eight is showing in VO at La Breche in Ste Foy..

Coming up…

8 February 15h, 17h45 & 20h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

8 February 17h15 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

9 February 15h, 17h45 & 20h30 : Carol is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

9 February 15h & 17h45 : 45 Years is showing in VO AT the Grandecran in Libourne.

And finally…

Known in the UK as ‘Yarn Bombing’ here are the ‘Nannas Knitting’ outside in Sauveterre!  Congrats to those who knew where it was, and yes, they are Christmas decorations. 

Read all about it :

http://www.sudouest.fr/2015/12/26/des-echarpes-en-laine-pour-les-tilleuls-2227987-3188.php#

Week 5 2016

Hello!

There I was, meeting friends for a cup of coffee in a village in the heart of the Entre Deux Mers when I saw these trees! All around the Place in the centre of the village the trees were all wrapped up in woollen vests!

 

Where was I? But more to the point… Why are the trees wrapped up?  Is it to keep them warm?  Are they leftover Christmas decorations?  Is there a phantom knitter in the vicinity? I’m more than curious! If you know, please let me know… and which village is it?

Whatever you do this week in the Gironde and Dordogne regions, have a great time.

Best wishes,

Helen

notjustfortheholidays@orange.fr

Week 5 2016

Monday 25 January

25 January 15h : Danish girl is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

A fictitious love story loosely inspired by the lives of Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. Lili and Gerda's marriage and work evolve as they navigate Lili's groundbreaking journey as a transgender pioneer. Starring Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander and Amber Heard

 

25 January 15h : Back Home is showing in VO (English and French) at the Grandecran in Libourne

The fractious family of a father and his two sons confront their different feelings and memories of their deceased wife and mother, a famed war photographer. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Ruby Jerins and Amy Ryan

25 January 17h : The Hateful Eight is showing inn VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

In the dead of a Wyoming winter, a bounty hunter and his prisoner find shelter in a cabin currently inhabited by a collection of nefarious characters. Starring Samuel L Jackson, Kurt Russel and Jennifer Jason

25 January 20h30 : Life is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

A photographer for Life Magazine is assigned to shoot pictures of James Dean. Starring Robert Patterson, Dane DeHaan and Peter Lucas

Tuesday 26 January

26 January 20h30 : The Irrational Man is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

A tormented philosophy professor finds a will to live when he commits an existential act. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone and Parker Posey

26 January 17h45 : Life is showing in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

Wednesday 27 January

27 January 16h15 & 21h45 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

A married couple preparing to celebrate their wedding anniversary receive shattering news that promises to forever change the course of their lives. Starring Charlotte Rampling, Tom Courtney and Geraldine James

Thursday 28 January

28 January 16h15 & 19h30 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

28 January 19h20 : Spotlight is showing  in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton and Rachel McAdams

28 January 17h : The Hateful Eight is showing inn VO at the Grandecran in Libourne.

Friday 29 January

29 January 16h15 & 21h45 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

29 January 20h : Les Souffle des Dieux is showing in the Mediateque de Gensac

29 January 20h30 : L’Atelier Theatre de Saint Loubes  presents ‘Les Fammes Savantes’

29 January  20h30: The association for the protection of the church of Fronsac organizes a concert of the choir Instru'menthe of Saint-Denis-de-Pile in the church Saint-Martin.
The program: gospels, Basque songs, French varieties, African songs.
Price: 5 €, free for under 12.

Saturday 30 January

30 January : Animation Chandeleur.  Learn how to make Crepes with Saffron at La Boutique Terr’a Safran in Nerigean.

30 January 16h15 & 19h30 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

30 – 31 January Orchidees Passion, an Orchid Exhibition at the Salle Clarisse Briande in Ste Foy la Grande

Sunday 31 January

 

31 January : Brocante and Flea market at Cadillac

31 January : Weekly flea market at Rauzan.  Plenty of linens to pick up.  Sheets always double as excellent table-cloths!

31 January 16h : Retrospective.  Memories of the weekend of Swing/Jazz in Monsegur from 2015 and more from the Jazz class in the village.  Held at the Cinema Eden in Monsegur. See more here

31 January 16h45 & 18h15 : 45 Years is showing in Vo T the Grandecran in Libourne.

31 January 20h30 : Spotlight is showing  in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

Coming up…

1 February 16h15 & 17h45 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

2 February 15h, 17h45 & 20h30 : 45 Years is showing in VO T the Grandecran in Libourne.

2 February 17h45 : Spotlight is showing  in VO at the Grandecran in Libourne

 

And finally…

6 February  -  2 April : If you’ve always wanted to learn how to make the famous Lamproie a la  Bordelaise, the Tourist Office is running 6 day courses, (in French) at the headquarters of all things Lamproie in St Terre on 6 February every Saturday until 2 April.
 

To find out more and to book your place go here