Petanque in Connecticut

Every Thursday evening during summer, one can hear boules clanging, high fives and cheers at the Bee and Thistle Inn, in Old Lyme, on route 1 just off I95.

A nice boulodrome they have.

The home team is training every week for a big challenge game on Sunday August 24.


Here you see team captain Jim in action, and below a group photo of the team and a "still life" of boules. Although I think, from the position of the boules, and the finger, that there's the usual conversation going on.
Like "Are you sure?", "I don't think so", "Not quite", "Oh yes, absolutely", "You don't see it??", "At least half an inch!", "Look at it from the other side" etc.. That's when a measuring tape appears, and it gets really "still".
Thanks to Donna & Sean for the pictures!

Petanque 100 events upcoming

Alliance Francaise Salutes Pétanque in America
Southbury, CT
The public is invited to participate in a pétanque tournament and to learn about the game on Sunday June 3rd, from noon to 4 pm. A maximum of 32 participants will play on two courts. Reserve a spot by May 27th.
Prizes to the winning team. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your set of boules if possible. To participate bring something to eat or drink and contribute $5 (members), $10 (non-members).
For details and directions contact Jean-Marie & Marda at autrans74@gmail.com or 203-262-1320 before May 27th.

Alliance Francaise First Tournament & Picnic
Grand Rapids, MI
Sunday June 10 from 3 to 6pm
Bring your own picnic lunch and beverage and blanket or chair. Deck seating and grill also on site. Two or three-person teams play for prizes. A traditional glass of pastis will be served to kick off the event and wine served during play.
$10 per member or guest.
This is at a private residence with enough room for two concurrent games.
Call Gary Morrison at 616-975-0864 for futher info and to reserve.