Long-time friends, Véronique Poisseau, 53, from Châtellerault, and Sébastien Éloi, 47, from Bonneuil-Matours, are both single. “We met in a group of singles”smile the accountant and the landscaper.
The first, after twelve years in the south of France, has returned to Châtellerault for a year. “Sébastien and I said to ourselves that it would be good to relaunch a group of singles, with outings to create connections and break isolation. »
“We are neither a marriage agency nor Meetic”
In the summer of 2024, “The happy band of singles from 86” was born. In confidential mode on MSN, initially: “There were around forty of us at the start. We met on the weekend at the Dissay tavern. Every evening, we welcomed new people. In the end, we occupied almost the entire barn and courtyard. »
In October 2024, the collective migrated to Facebook and gained visibility. In the circle of singles in the Châtellerault area (and well beyond), its popularity is skyrocketing: “There were 90 members on November 7, 180 on November 30, 213 on December 22, including 45% women. We would never have bet on such success! »
The target? 40-60 year olds
Led and administered exclusively by Véronique and Sébastien, the private group is aimed ” mostly “ to “Vienna singles aged 40-60” who wish “go out, play sports, share discussions, clear your head, and maybe meet your soul mate”. “We are neither a marriage agency nor Meetic! » The youngest member is 27, the oldest 70.
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Every weekend, the duo, 100% volunteers, offers one or two outings: bar, restaurant, bowling, tree climbing, karting, etc. “In December we organized an 80s dance evening, with buffet, at the HQ in Châtellerault. There were 95 of us, there was a great atmosphere, people were happy. We’re doing it again on January 18th. »
The pair always takes care to integrate new people well.. “We want to maintain a spirit of good understanding and respect between people. In the evening, we have eyes everywhere. »
“It’s better than an antidepressant”
In the group, a few couples formed. However, they remain welcome. “To be clearly identified among ourselves in the evening, we are going to make badges, with people’s names and a small red dot for those in a relationship. »
“Open to any proposal”, Véronique and Sébastien have “already ideas” for 2025. Like “organize a bus trip to the seaside with the children. »
“We try to vary, and as much as possible to offer things that don’t require too much budget. We don’t receive any help, and yet it’s much better than an antidepressant! »
Private Facebook group: The Merry Band of Singles from 86. To be able to join, you must answer three questions: age, place of residence, single or not.
