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Thouars Market Makes Impressive Debut

The marché couvert in Thouars has been ranked sixth in the “Most Beautiful Market” competition organized by TF1, the French TV network The announcement of the results was made on Thursday, June 29, during a TF1 news broadcast This achievement is particularly impressive because it was Thouars market’s first time participating in the competition

The market in La Réole, located in Gironde, was eventually declared the winner of the competition However, the market in Thouars, which had already been voted as the “Most Beautiful Market” in Deux-Sèvres and then for the entire Poitou-Charentes region with over 16,000 votes, made it to the top ten at the national level

In the final round of the competition, Thouars market competed against nine other markets and received 9 5 million votes The sixth-place finish for Thouars market is the same as Niort’s position in the 2022 edition of the competition

The ranking places Thouars ahead of markets in Yvetot, Argenton-sur-Creuse, Sète, and Colmar The town of Thouars expressed its gratitude on its Facebook page to everyone who supported them since March in this grand adventure For more information go to thouars fr

Annual Garden Party at Chateau Cherveux

Sunday 13 August 2023, 11am - 6pm

Food, Fun & Entertainment!

Activities including: Alpacas, Tarot Tent, Lindy Hop, Chateau Tours, Games

Veggie Food, Crafts, Clothing, Jeweller y, Engraved Items

Bar Bacon Sandwiches Tea Cakes, Cream Teas*

If you have any tombola prizes to donate please let us know *Make sure you book your cream tea in advance

Join us for a delightful day out! Don t miss it!

For more information email: fundraisingav@gmail com or visit our Facebook page @AssociationViolet Château de Cherveux 2 Pl de l Église 79410 Cherveux

MR T’S FISH & CHIPS

Regular venues at:

• Aulnay de Saintonge 17470

• Beauvais Sur Matha 17490

• St Jean D’Angély 17400

• Sauzé-Vaussais Hope 79 79190

• La Chaumière, La Chapelle 16140

• Charroux 86250

• Saintes 17100

• Savigné 86400 www.escoval.jimdofree.com

We meet on the third Sunday of each month at the church in Arçay at 11h00. The services are multidenominational and vary between Matins and Holy Communion - both usually include hymns. Afterwards there is usually a bring-and-share lunch. Arçay is situated between Loudun and Thouars just off the D759.

Contact Geoff Cornwall : gdfrance6052@gmail.com

Jim Burrows : 05 49 22 41 78

Carole Taylor : mumsikins@hotmail.com

Remember to pick up your copy of The Deux-Sèvres Monthly!

Tel: 06 02 22 44 74 email: mrt.fishandchips@gmail.com www.frying4u2nite.com

VISIT TO THE LOGIS DE BARROUX

1 - 7 August

21 - 31 August air vault

Explore the Logis de Barroux, with its chapel, dovecote, medieval kitchen, garden, and bread oven The visible traces of its history, which is closely linked to regional events such as the Wars of Religion and the Vendée War, can still be seen today cc-avt.fr

LE THÉÂTRE MAGIQUE

1 – 27 August

Courlay

This summer, the Magical Theatre comes to Sèvre Autruche! Phil and Rebecca present their magic show full of magic and illusions for everyone to enjoy letheatremagique.fr

LES APÉROS DU MARDI

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 August

Niort

Apéros du Mardi is back at Place des Halles, offering an ideal evening to unwind with family, friends, or colleagues

Enjoy drinks, music, dancing, and tasty nibbles from city centre cafés, each adding their unique musical touch for a lively atmosphere niortdedansdehors fr

ON THE LAC DU LAMBON

1 - 29 August

Prailles

Enjoy family-friendly activities like mountain biking, paddleboarding, canoeing, and more Suitable for all ages Relax at the snack bar afterwards Free water area access lelambon com

FROM COMMUNES TO AMALGAMATION

1 – 31 August

Bressuire

An exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the unification of ten Bressuirais communes Showcasing their origins as Middle Ages parishes and postRevolution communes, highlighting their achievements and shared history ville-bressuire fr

THE OBJECTS OF THE RESISTANCE

3 August thouars

Far from being silent, objects tell us stories and history What mysteries do they hold? Witnesses of a dark era, the Resistance objects contain a rich heritage embodying the youth, ingenuity, and enthusiasm of the Resistance fighters crrl.fr

FESTIVAL LES CHAMPS SONORES

4-5 August azay-sur-thouet

Main Stage and Dub Corner concerts with artists like Aplha Steppa, La Mamie’s, and more Enjoy free camping, local products, that are all eco-friendly facebook.com/LesChampsSonoresfestival

ORCHESTRE SORTILÈGE - REFLETS

D'ORIENT

4 August Saint-Hilaire-La-Palud

6 August Saint-Maixent l'Ecole

The Sortilège Symphony orchestra returns with Rimsky-Korsakov's emblematic work Shéhérazade With guest soloist Benjamin Chartre associationsortilege.com

WALK - LE TRIBUNAL DU BESTIAIRE

5 August rom

Experience a magical, scenic walk led by actors, as they guide you through a storytelling journey exploring the animals of Roman antiquity melloisenpoitou.fr

37TH AUTOCROSS & SPRINT CAR

5 – 6 August

Fenioux

Enjoy the exciting atmosphere at the 37th edition of Autocross and Sprint Car FFSA in Fenioux Get ready for thrilling races and adrenaline-pumping high-speed action tourisme-deux-sevres.com

ART EXHIBITION BY TONY JANDARD

5 – 27 August

Port Boinot Niort

Tony Jandard's latest exhibition showcases his expressive graphite art inspired by his native Marais Poitevin niortmaraispoitevin.com

LA GUINGUETTE DU CHÂTEAU

5, 11, 12, 13, 18 & 19 August

Château de Bressuire

Come and enjoy a summer guinguette in a magical setting at the Château site Five associations will take it in turns to provide fun and dance-filled afternoons/evenings Enjoy refreshments and foodtrucks on-site Free entry ville-bressuire fr

CASSOULET GÉANT

6 August

Pierrefitte

Enjoy a homemade giant cassoulet under the cover of a marquee Activities include palet competitions, wooden games, and an abundance of musical entertainment Don't miss the popular dance that concludes the evening facebook com/cassouletgeantpierrefitte

PESCALIS SUMMER MARKET

6, 13, 20 & 27 August

Moncoutant-sur-Sevre

Every Sunday during August, enjoy the farmers' and craft market at Pescalis, complete with entertainment and on-site catering options pescalis.com

LES BALADES DE L'ÉTÉ

7,14,21 & 28 August argentonnay

Explore the centre of Argenton les Vallées with a summer walk covering its rich heritage, history, geology, landscapes, and development tourisme-deux-sevres.com

MARCHÉ EN FÊTE

8 August

Coulonges-sur-l'autize

150 exhibitors, free tours of the castle and museum, street food, aperitif offered by the municipality (12:30pm in the castle park coulonges-sur-lautize fr

150 YEARS OF THE STATION

9 August thouars

In 1873, Thouars experienced a transformation with the introduction of railways This tour will cover the railway history of Thouars, with a presentation and a visit to the vintage vehicles of the Trains à Vapeur Thouarsais association thouars fr

TOUR OF THE INTERNMENT CAMP

10 August

Montreuil Bellay (49)

Between 1940 and 1946, between 6,000 and 6,500 travellers were interned in France This guided tour of the internment camp will discuss the Romani and break down the prejudices that surround them crrl fr

LES ANI'MÔMES

10 August rom

Join the "Man and the Animal" themed workshop at the Les Ani'mômes - Felt, featuring Gallo-Roman felt-making for ages 7-12 Learn wool and fabric techniques €4/person, booking required melloisenpoitou.fr

LES SOIRÉES LYRIQUES

10, 12 & 14 August

Sanxay (86)

Three open-air performances of Mozart's Don Giovanni, starring international soloists and local volunteers, take place at the Gallo-Roman amphitheatre operasanxay.fr

LE JARDIN AUX OISEAUX

11 August

Saint Jacques de thouars

Take part in a unique nature walk, feeling at one with nature as the Chanteurs d'Oiseaux trill and chirp, with birds answering back Immerse yourself in an amazing sonic journey created by Jean Boucault and Johnny Rasse tourisme-deux-sevres com

MAD HATTER’S WINKY WONKY WONDERLAND FESTIVAL

11 – 13 August

Caunay

Enjoy great bands, a nostalgic vibe, tasty food, and beer! Camping tickets include all music Door tickets for Friday & Saturday Sunday after-party, late lunch, acoustic jam Four acts Friday, five shows Saturday B&B and glamping available madhatterswonderlandfestival com

BAL POPULAIRE - MOULES FRITES

15 August

Largeasse

The popular open-air dance returns

Enjoy gingham tablecloths, wildflowers, straw bales, live music, and a traditional all-you-can-eat moules frites – perfectly paired with local white wine if desired tourisme-bocage com

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE RESISTANCE

Thursday 17th August thouars

Join a guided tour through the town of Thouars to uncover locations significantly impacted by the German occupation and Resistance actions This visit offers a unique perspective on the area's past crrl.fr

GÂTINE HERITAGE EVENING

18 August

Saint-Pardoux-Soutiers

Tours of the Gâtine natural heritage with the association la Buissonnante Then from 9pm, free concert by Nicolas Moro Food-trucks

Valedegatine.fr

MUSIC NIGHT AT DEANO’S

Friday 18 August

Les Forges

Join us for an evening of music and entertainment with local band Rodeo Joe facebook.com/deanosbarlesforges

GIANT VIDE-MAISON

19 – 20 August

La Mothe-Saint-Heray

Up to 100 households will be uncovering their treasures and offering them for sale in their properties A map of the properties taking part is available at the Moulin l'Abbé car park brocabrac.fr

FLOP : SOIRÉES JEUX

22 & 29 August aiffres

Experience a fun-filled evening at Jardin des105 Parfums or Square du Château d'Eau, featuring old-fashioned games drawing competitions, and more! niortmaraispoitevin com

LA GUINCHOUILLE

25 August

Château de Sanzay

The château will be decked out in its finest lights, with a warm guinguette atmosphere guaranteed! The evening offers a line-up of concerts that promise continuous entertainment and dancing A bar and snacks are available on-site lacolporteuse net

GOURMET MARKET FESTIVAL

25 – 26 August

Coulon

The event features six groups of artists performing live Enjoy live music, local foods, and appreciate the skills of the region's producers and artisans jadoreniort fr

SOLIFESTIVAL

25 - 26 August

Val en Vignes

This year's two-day festival includes a local produce market, engaging sports stalls and workshops, and evening concerts On-site camping is available for attendees billetweb fr/solifestival

SUNDAY AT THE BRASSERIE

27 August

Salles

Brewery tour and tasting experience Public brewing demonstration with audience participation On-site shop available brasserie-du-val-de-sevre fr

VINTAGE CAR RALLY

27 August

Lezay

Vintage car rally organised by Ecurie de Chambrille During the interval, the vehicles will be on display at the Parc Hubert tourisme-deux-sevres com

EXPOSITION MATRIMOINE

Throughout August

Oiron

Artists, typically less visible in the West, are welcomed for an exhibition centred on cultural exchange Involving locals in joint painting sessions, the resulting masterpieces will be showcased on grand flags throughout the chateau's grounds The display also highlights South Africa's generational artistic tradition, featuring earlier works by Laurent Marie Joubert chateau-oiron fr