Chers tous,
The festive season is fast approaching and the excitement is already
palpable. There is something special, something magical, about this time of
year, and what better way to celebrate it than by joining our Talent Day -
End-of-year lunch on Thursday 18 December.
Remember that for this day to be a success, we need several
acts. It's not about being perfect, but rather about having a good time, enjoying
ourselves, and sharing pleasure and fun. Besides performances, there will be
fun activities, such as “Guess the Song" and "Answer the Riddle” and
some surprises with prizes to be won. Does anyone have a riddle to ask the
audience? If you are too shy to read the question, then our comperes will
happily do it for you. A reminder for potential performers, and I hope I have
managed to convince many of you: could you please let me know about your
performance (type, approximate duration, etc.) by 10 December at the latest, by
email: mansynette@gmail.com. You will find details and a “registration form” on
page 4 of your December La Mouette. I look forward to seeing you all, artists,
entertainers and audience.
On a beautiful sunny morning, Thursday 27 November, eleven
determined members arrived in Chiltern (VIC) in high spirits. Their first
mission? To track down the hard-to-find Wal “Where is Wally”, keeper of clues,
riddles and the itinerary. Once found, Wal handed them the programme: a series
of questions, puzzles, riddles and unusual challenges designed to test their
wits and perseverance as well as their observational skills. And so the rally
began, ending a few hours later in a joyful and cheerful atmosphere at the
restaurant of Hotel Nicholas (Beechworth). This year's winners are: 1st prize
Patricia and Raymond, followed by the teams “The Good, The Bad and the Ugly”
(Dorothea, David & Val, Tony) and “The 3 Pommes” (Karina, Jo and Ian). See
comments in your December La Mouette.
From Saturday 29 November 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026, six
of the Loire Valley’s greatest châteaux are celebrating the spirit of the
festive season with exceptional tours and events: it’s “Christmas in the land
of châteaux”. Each of them will feature themes emblematic of the Christmas
season: toys, lights, delicacies, porcelain, tales, legends and winter nature.
They all have the same objective: to put stars in the eyes of children and
adults alike. Guess what, my eyes are sparkling!
