On Sunday, September 27th, the village hall of Carcenac-Peyralès was particularly lively. The GAG, the Animation and Management Group for the village hall, was celebrating its 40th anniversary. An event fittingly marked in the venue that the association has been intimately linked with for four decades.
The president of the GAG, Bernard Albinet, recalled the hall's unique history, initially built by the village residents with municipal support for materials, illustrating the local collective spirit.
To ensure the management and animation of this new facility, the GAG was established. For 40 years, the association has overseen the hall's smooth operation, contributing to its role as a true community hub.
Over the years, the building has undergone several improvements: asbestos removal, roof repairs, insulation upgrades, creation of a rear awning, construction of storage areas, and renovation of the restrooms. These works were carried out in close collaboration between successive municipal councils and the hall's managers.
The village hall has become a vital venue for the area, hosting village festivals, meals, activities, associative meetings, and private events, fostering intergenerational gatherings.
The GAG has also initiated numerous events, often alongside the festival committee, and the hall has regularly hosted private functions, establishing itself as a living and meeting place for Carcenac-Peyralès and the wider commune.
For this anniversary, the day featured performances by La Carriole, a storyteller, and the group Smile. Beyond the entertainment, the exchanges and reunions among those who have contributed to the hall's life marked the day.
The anniversary also served as an occasion to pay tribute to the GAG's volunteers, highlighting their dedication and energy in serving the community over these forty years.
The municipality commended the commitment of residents who dedicate their time to animating communal facilities and maintaining social cohesion.
The 40th anniversary of the GAG in Carcenac-Peyralès celebrates not only an association but also a shared community story: that of a village keeping its hall alive through the investment of its inhabitants.
