Tag Archives: Ferrière Larçon

More fun at Ferrier Larcon

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Jim McNeill

PopUp’s songs are a mix of tenderness, humor and derision. Come and meet these four musicians and singers in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of this small, intimate theater at Ferrière Larçon. Entrance: € 10 and € 6 For bookings … Continue reading →

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Philippe Fourquet, this coming Saturday, Petit Theatre des Balcons, Ferriere Larcon

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Jim McNeill

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Weekend Watercolour Painting workshop, Ferrière Larçon

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Jim McNeill

Weekend Watercolour Workshop based at the Petit Théâtre des Balcons, 6 rue des Perrets 37350 Ferrière Larçon, South Touraine. 11, 12, July 13, 2012. 3 days led by local artist and wonderful musician, Patrice Arnold. € 45 day € 120 … Continue reading →

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DUO ALBORADA at Le Petit Théâtre des Balcons

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Jim McNeill

Spanish Guitar Duo at Le Petit Théâtre des Balcons, Ferrière Larçon in the South Touraine. If you’ve not visited this venue then you’re in for a treat! The rest of the Spring Programme is at the end of this blog. La … Continue reading →

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Arthur Rimbaud arrives, dishevelled, at Ferrier Larcon,

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Jim McNeill

My favourite poet Arthur Rimbaud will be having his senses disarranged at Petit Théâtre des Balcons, 6 rue des perrets. 37350 Ferrière Larçon on Sunday 15 January from 3.30pm. It’s a great shame that I will be in the UK … Continue reading →

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Old advertising signs in the Touraine and an appeal for more!

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Jim McNeill

One feature of life in the Touraine is the number of old advertising signage – metal, carved or painted on walls – seen in practically every village and certainly every town. They often refer to defunct products and companies. They … Continue reading →

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Ferrière Larçon ~ further history & views of this remarkable village in the South Touraine

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Jim McNeill

For the past month or so I have been taking weekly French lessons with my friend Patrice Arnould who lives in Ferrière Larçon in the South Touraine. So, recently, I took the opportunity to walk around and explore further the … Continue reading →

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Patrice Arnould ~ artist and musician of the Touraine

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Jim McNeill

Patrice Arnould is the moving spirit behind the Petit Théâtre des Balcons at Ferrière Larçon in the South Touraine. He is also a fine musician and watercolourist. Earlier this year he spent two afternoons in Le Chatelier, Paulmy painting the ancient … Continue reading →

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Ferrière Larçon, a quiet Sunday morning for fishing, strolling and cave-peering

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Jim McNeill

Last Sunday my friend, Colin (The Frugal Gourmet) Dyson and I took a break from fly-fishing and went for a stroll along the banks of the River Larçon  at Ferrière Larçon in the South Touraine. This sweet, picturesque village is set … Continue reading →

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Ferrière Larçon ~ what’s on in 2011

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Jim McNeill

Those busy citizens of Ferrière Larçon have jus published their communal activities for 2011 ~ and it’s looking good. The schedule of renovation of the troglodyte dwellings and associated gardens along the riverside has yet to be decided. Just contact … Continue reading →

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