A local group called Bien vivre ensemble au Lion-d’Angers Résister S’organiser Construire (BVE ROC) is objecting to the opening of a new café called Café des Sports in Lion-d’Angers, a town in the northwest of Angers, in the Maine-et-Loire department. The café was authorized to open in mid-summer by the association ARDOUEZE. Recently, a video was reportedly filmed at the location that contains homophobic remarks, sparking controversy and prompting the BVE ROC group to voice their opposition. The BVE ROC group is a local collective that focuses on community living, resistance, organization, and construction. They have been active in advocating for social justice and community interests in the area. Their objection to the café comes in response to the video that was recorded at the premises, which has raised concerns about the environment and values promoted by the establishment. The controversy surrounding the video has led to discussions about the café’s impact on the local community. Supporters of the café argue that it is a legitimate business and that the video may have been taken out of context or misrepresented. Meanwhile, the BVE ROC group continues to call for transparency and accountability from the café’s management. Local authorities are now reviewing the situation to determine the next steps. This incident highlights the growing sensitivity around issues of inclusivity and the role of public spaces in reflecting community values. As the situation develops, residents are closely watching to see how it will be resolved.