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| Francophiles gather to celebrate Bastille Day in Beaufort-by-the-Sea |
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| General Lafayette and "Sleeping Beauty" enjoy a few moments chat |
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| Monsieur "Double-jour" waves his tricoulour proudly |
Bastille Day 2013
Beaufort Sister Cities held its initial "kick-off" party on Bastille Day 2000 and continues, each year, to celebrate July 14 in commemoration of our nation's friendship with France. The French flag and bunting welcomed members to this year's party under tents at the Goellner's backyard where they enjoyed a rich buffet of hors d'oeuvres from Beaufort (Jura) and members' kitchens. French wines included, for a favored few, MacVin, the yellow wine of Jura. Rousing drinking songs were heard in the neighborhood. Visiting "celebrities" included Coco Chanel, Mme. DuFarge, Catherine Deneuve, General Lafayette, among others. (Since a public venue was unavailable, this year's Bastille Day members' potluck celebration was held at the home of Ann and Al Goellner.)