Getting About pt 3

Went to the cinema Thursday to see a series of short films, the earliest of which was made in 1902 and the 'newest' in 1925. French and American productions, which were mainly 20 minutes long, although one was around 14 minutes. Fabulous evening, organised by Cineplus in partnership with Le Carroi-Musée in Chinon. Met up with a friend of ours for a drink at the Café Français which is virtually next door to the cinema, then we wandered in for this special screening. They were all silent films, with the usual live music accompaniment having been recorded on top. Fascinating to watch. So pleased the screening was put together - a tribute really to exceptional creativity. Buster Keaton featured in one and was quite spell-binding. As was Charley Bowers, who  I hadn't come across before. Great evening.

Went into Chinon early this morning - Saturday - to find a spot to see the parade for the Marché à l'Ancienne.  The parade started about 10.30am. What an atmosphere. Loads of people about lining the route. Different communities within Chinon take part.

All sorts of modes of transport from times gone by. Horse drawn carriages, ancient tractors, old bicycles and a wonderful array of older cars.

Everyone in the parade dresses up in traditional costumes. There was a marching band, people demonstrating traditional dances.

All sorts of different stalls had been set up and extra eating places had been set up. Our regular vegetable stall who we see every week on the Thursday market as well as Saturday and Sunday mornings, was also there, in their usual spot. But for today they had decorated their stand and dressed up. It all looked great.







Le Marché à l'Ancienne is without doubt one of our favourite events. Chinon was buzzing. Met up with a load  of friends and stopped off for a coffee together. Really lovely start to the weekend.  

Photos - new camera.