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Lots of laughter and applause as 3 teams of 17 players competed in the bowling at le Teq. As always, the staff at the bowling club looked after us well. It was a very enjoyable afternoon.

A successful afternoon to celebrate the Galette des Rois was held at Moutiers les Mauxfaits on Sunday 26th January. Despite the appalling weather, 30 members came to celebrate and play loto. It was a very happy afternoon and much amusement … Continued

As usual it was a very competitive evening and 35 players discussed and argued over some difficult questions devised by Chris and Lynn Scully. It was a fun evening accompanied by a meal of pizzas and gateau organised by Nadine … Continued

The 19th AGM was held at Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits on 16th September. 28 members and a guest were present. 4 new candidates were elected onto the committee: Sharon Blanchard, Nadine Da Silva, Nadine Diez and Nelly Roy. The subscription rate has been … Continued

On a lovely sunny Sunday afternoon around 50 members and guests enjoyed the annual BBQ at la Nante. Pascal and Derek cooked sardines, chicken and sausages which were enjoyed together with a wide range of salads made by members. Equally, … Continued

Sunday 23rd June was sunny boating weather and 17 members rowed the small boats around part of the Marais Poitevin from l’embarcadère. 24 members met for lunch at le Débar’c before the rowing. A happy afternoon with a range of … Continued

Sunny weather and lots of plants and books gave members plenty to talk about. A happy afternoon was spent at la Nanté where members exchanged ideas and knowledge on a range of shrubs, flowers and vegetable growing with a cup … Continued

AFB members had a very lovely afternoon bowling at le Teq in Lucon. 25 players battled to win in one of four teams.

The galette des rois and Bingo was an animated and convivial event held on Sunday 14th January at restaurant le Viviera at Mareuil-sur-lay. 34 members enjoyed a good lunch in a friendly environment followed by a short game of bingo. … Continued