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Experience Authentic Provence with Jackdaw Journeys

September 7th – 17th, 2025
Late Fall Tour
11 DAYS | 10 Nights
$7500 pp

Contact Dee hello@jackdawjourneys.com. 203.514.0838

Book Now at www.jackdawjourneys.com/tours Join your guide, Dee Poquette, for an unforgettable small-group tour through the charm and culture of southern France. Jackdaw Journeys offers curated experiences that immerse you in the true essence of Provence—from hands-on French cooking classes and lively market strolls to antique hunting and exploring picture-perfect villages.

Every detail is thoughtfully planned so you can slow down, savor the moment, and fall in love with the rhythm of Provence.

10th Pétanque League Season

Beginning the first weekend of May

Matches are scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Regular season matches continue through mid September, followed by a playoff tournament and then the championship match. To cap off another season, our annual celebration and distribution of prizes will be held on the last weekend in September.

  • Must be current member of AFNWCT
  • $25 dues needed before scheduling your first match, call Jim Donahue (203) 558-8177 or Terri Cooling 203-558-0215*
  • Checks payable to AFNWCT
  • Mail to AFNWCT One Pomperaug Office Park, Suite 301, Southbury, CT 06488

*Court hosts are exempt from Pétanque dues.

Cooking Class

May 17th, Saturday 5:00 pm 

Back by popular demand, Evelyne will demonstrate an elegant French repas. You can be hands on or just observe.Cost $50 including wines. 

RSVP to Diane * events@afnwct.org ( (860) 480-0143. 

Pay online at afnwct.org, or send your check to AFNWCT, One Pomperaug Office Park, Suite 301, Southbury, CT 06488.

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Celebrate Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day à la Québecoise

June 23rd, Sunday 6:00–8:00 pm 

Québec’s national day is a good time to sample the sumptuous maple syrup desserts of Québec.Cost $15. 

RSVP to Diane * events@afnwct.org ( (860) 480-0143. 

Pay online at afnwct.org, or send your check to AFNWCT, One Pomperaug Office Park, Suite 301, Southbury, CT 06488.

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