Bingo in Rural Brasil: November 2007

Once again we attended the Charity Bingo, on Saturday, July 14, with a change of venue. The farm in São João da Boa Vista was prebooked so we met in this building in Águas da Prata.

As usual the winners prizes were on display.

This table was loaded with prizes.

This package contains a very special prize. The red and white mousy was made by our daughter Lucia.

Here we see Maria Helena studying her card closely.

Maria Helena won the coveted mousy! (a Door stop)

They had lots of snacks set out for us.

Here cakes are being distributed to everyone.

The snacks are very well prepared and everyone enjoys them.

But, alas, once again I won NOTHING! I must practice more.

We will hold another Charity Bingo on December 8 in this locale again. Come back and see what I win. *SMILE*.

Photos by Urso Branco

We went back to the lovely farm in São João da Boa Vista on Sunday, December 3, 2006, for another Charity Bingo.

Just after we entered the farm a train went by, adding to the interest of this farm. The train track is right at the gate to the farm. It was another lovely day of Domingo Bingo.

The beautiful palm trees are silhouted against the clouds overhead. We didn't see any toucans this time.

The Flamboyant Tree still had blooms.

They had a special patrol in the parking lot looking after the cars.

There was quite a reserve force of guards nearby! *SMILE*

It was lunch time for them.

The table was set with the prizes as before.

These lovely towels were among the prizes to be won. They are all made by members of the group for this occasion.

The players, as usual. were mostly women. Notice the children in the background on the swings.

There were a small number of us men playing too.

Vera discusses player card sales with her daughter Margaret.

Here is Vera displaying the next Prizes.

And here is the "Winner" holding up her great prize!

The "Caller" holds up "Meia-Meia" for you to see.

After the games it is snack time!

Soft drinks were served and coffee was also available for those who wanted it.

One of the ladies had a birthday and was presented with a birthday cake by family and friends.

As usual a great time was had by all. But unfortunately, I didn't win anything this time. Maybe next time!

Photos by Urso Branco