Category Archives: Volunteering

Volunteers’ Day Out in La Rochelle

Volunteers’ Day Out in La Rochelle On Wednesday, Paul and all the volunteers went on an adventure to La Rochelle, where Francofolies took place only a few days ago. On the way, they stopped at Pons for breakfast and a … Continue reading

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Fun La Giraudière-themed French Activities!

La Giraudière-themed French Activities For today’s blog, we have some fun French activities for a change! Francophiles will have fun with this – some of the activities are La Giraudière-themed! Part 1 – Crossword Didn’t get some of the answers? No worries, … Continue reading

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Cheering on the Bleus in Brossac

Cheering on the Bleus in Brossac Tuesday evening was an especially exciting one in France with the victory of the Bleus, and volunteers at La Giraudière definitely didn’t miss out on the excitement in Brossac. The Bleus, the French football … Continue reading

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Volunteers’ Arrivals and Departures at La Giraudière in France

Volunteers’ Arrivals and Departures at La Giraudière in France With the sun smiling down at La Giraudière in France this week, we’ve been happy to welcome four new volunteers. Justin and Stephanie, who are from Canada, joined us Sunday evening. Both … Continue reading

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La Giraudière Takes a Hit from Violent Storm in Brossac

La Giraudière Takes a Hit from Violent Storm in Brossac On Wednesday evening, a whirlwind of destruction blew into La Giraudière as a violent storm hit Brossac and the whole of southwest France. Furious winds at a speed of 160km/hr blew … Continue reading

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