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Paris: The Most Happening Place on the Planet Parler Paris Previews… Calendar #80 Wednesday, October 26, 2005 ===== Special Sponsored Message ===== Dreaming about your own “petit pied-à-terre” in Paris? Or stone cottage in Provence? With a little help from your friends in France, your dream can become a reality sooner than you think. Let us help you explore how to make it happen — regardless of your situation, we have creative solutions to help guide you to success and find that dream home in France. To learn more about our one-on-one consultation services, by phone or in person…or our property search services, complete with assistance to obtain financing in France…click here now: /frenchproperty/insider/propertyconsultation.html ============================== Dear Parler Paris Reader, At the end of Leonard Pitt’s enthralling presentation about Haussmannian Paris past and present at the Living and Investing in France Conference this past weekend, as a premier chocoholic himself, he ended his talk with an invitation to a chocolate talk/tasting event he is sponsoring in the Bay Area very soon. He waved several chocolate bars in the air, the scent wafting throughout the room. It reminded me that while we were talking about chocolate, the annual Salon du Chocolat (http://www.chocoland.com/) was taking place in Paris and we were missing it. I was further reminded when Web designer of Parismarais.com, Dimitri Fleury, sent me this “torturous” photo of himself biting in this enormous chocolat wafer topped with assorted nuts — it must have been absolutely decadently delicious. I am so jealous, I can’t stand it.
At the same moment as Dimitri’s photo landed in my in-box, my “little birdie” at the City Hall of Paris who keeps me informed on everything happening in the City of Light, sent me the coming year’s list of events, further supporting my sentiments about Paris as the most happening place on the planet, with a concrete listing of what we can look forward to the rest of 2005, all of 2006 and even some planned for 2007. I’m marking the calendar NOW, so I won’t miss out. You should, too. Here are some of my favorites: John Lennon, Unfinished Music Mois de la Photo Le Douanier Rousseau, Les Jungles Cézanne-Pissarro Reopening of the Musée de l’Homme Mondial de l’Automobile International Agricultural Fair International Paris Air Show Rugby World Cup 2007 Opening of the Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine Be sure to scroll down for a comprehensive list and stay tuned by always reading Parler Paris Previews…and have a great time in Paris while I’m in the Big Apple until next Monday. A la prochaine…
P.S. As you read this, I am be standing before a group of eager investors at the Invest in France Seminar at the Harvard Club of New York City. We have author, publisher, and editor of dozens of books addressing the subjects of architecture, landscape architecture, and garden design, James Grayson Trulove, to thank for this prestigious venue, a long-standing member and Harvard graduate. James will be among the many attendees, as he is also an accomplished investor in Paris property — the proud owner of two apartments, one on each island in the Seine that he rents as vacation properties, quite successfully. We will be holding the same seminar in Paris on December 28th, 2005. If you’re interested, be sure to email Schuyler Hoffman at [email protected]
Photo by Allison Gorlin The Chambre des Notaires recently released the latest real estate figures for the period ending June 30, 2005. Overall, Paris continues to experience growth, increasing 2.6% on average from the previous quarter. The average price per square meter as of June 30th was approximately 4,900 euros…Subscribers Read On… Learn how to buy property in France. French Property Insider is an e- mail newsletter from the editors of Parler Paris. If you’d like to learn about the insights, recommendations, and discoveries about buying and investing in real estate in Paris and France that French Property Insider readers get every week, now’s a special opportunity. =========Further Resources=========== * Make sure your money goes as far as you do! Save money when transferring from dollars to euros! HiFX takes the pain and guesswork out of currency conversion. For more information, click here. /frenchproperty/insider/currencyonlineconvertor.html * Yes, you can have a great three-course meal with wine and coffee in Paris for between $15 and $40 including tax and tip! Take Adrian’s advice…and discover more than 200 of the best-kept restaurant secrets in Paris. Get your copy of Insider Paris Guide for Good Value Restaurants now. http://www.insiderparisguides.com/restaurants/index.html * LEARN THE TANGO IN ARGENTINA — Spend 9 days exploring gracious Buenos Aires while you learn to tango, and discover for yourself one of the most exciting cities on earth. It has a sophisticated, genteel Latin American influence… but it’s as cosmopolitan as New York or Paris. Large boulevards, expansive parks and plazas, tall trees, such a nice walking city… it feels very European. And people use all the community green space — they read on benches, they stroll, they dance. For details about this trip — November 5-13 – go to: http://www.agoratravel.com/tango/b/ or call 1-800-926-6575 or 561-243-6276. ==================== We gladly run announcements for non-profit organizations. If you wish your community announcement to appear, please provide the text in ENGLISH just as you’d like it to appear and send it to Lynda Sydney: [email protected] We reserve the right to edit as necessary. We cannot promise it will be run if the information is provided in French or if the format is unacceptable. Please use the following listings as your format guide. Thank you, Adrian ==================== Laughing Matters In Paris presents Stand-Up Comedy at La Java November 8 and 9 – Adam Hills (Australia) La Java —————- MOVING PARTS presents: Play Readings in English Plays in English Sundays: <
p>Plays in French Contact Stephanie to book a reading of YOUR play. January 2006 onwards available dates. Program subject to change. Latest version always available at http://www.scamparis.com or send an e-mail to Stephanie on [email protected] to receive the monthly mailings. For further information contact Stephanie Campion at 06.14.67.18.58 —————- Cirque Plume For over twenty years now, the Cirque Plume has enchanted audiences with its lively and colorful performances, full of music and poetry. This well-known circus troupe is on tour in France and throughout Europe to present its latest creation, “Plic Ploc,” arriving in Paris this autumn at the Espace Chapiteaux of the Parc de la Villette. Make sure you catch this new show on the theme of drops of water and the musical sound they make. The actors, equipped with wellingtons, mops and umbrellas, go on a musical tour through a world populated by taps and hosepipes. From fountains and geysers to showers, we are promised a veritable ballet of acrobatics, contortions and somersaults. Parc de la Villette http://en.parisinfo.com/show_exhibition/rub6106.html —————- Dance: The Match Legendary American choreographer and director Deborah Hay’s intense dance-theatre Centre Pompidou, rue Beaubourg, 75014 Paris —————- “JACQUES BREL IS ALIVE AND WELL AND LIVING IN PARIS” The smash hit musical revue (1847 performances in its original Off-Broadway run) opens in Paris on November 7, 2005. It will be performed in “cabaret” style on the river Seine aboard the show boat “La Balle au Bond.” 25 Brel songs adapted into English by Eric Blau and Mort Shuman have been staged and choreographed by Tracy Darin and will be performed by Bill Dunn, Bremner Duthie, Alexis Kendrick and Lorin Milano Every Monday night at 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.) through December 12th. Will reopen January 16, 2006. Admission is 12 euros and 10 euros with a ONE DRINK MINIMUM (5-8 euros). 55, Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 PARIS Info and reservations: PS: Opening night is sold out —————- The Drama Ties season of English Theatre is about to begin… The Quest for the Gorgon’s Head Our new show, a group creation, based on the Perseus and Medusa myth. Monday 28 November – 2 p.m. – Comédie Bastille, Paris 11e Snow White’s Black Heart Tickets: 9 euros/13 euros Reservations: 01.75.50.16.91 or [email protected] Storylines, teacher’s guides, photos and videos of the shows at http://www.drama-ties.com ==================== Rue Des Artists 10 “URBAN ARTISTS” including Jérôme Mesnager, Speedy Graphito, Jef Aerosol, Mosko et Associés, Noart, Guillaume Piechaud, Artiste-Ouvrier, 6lex and Isbach and of course, our friend “Amour.” Galerie Anne Vignial is now “the only place in Paris where you can find Urban Artists permanently.” Galerie Anne Vignial —————- Un Amour de Paris This exhibit celebrates the work of British photographer Dorothy Bohm who dedicated her lifes work to her love of the City of Lights. The exhibit showcases over 60 years of work through more than 150 photographs and offers a wonderful look into Parisian life. In both black and white and color images we are able to see a collection that the artist herself describes as an act of love. A true love story that many visitors can surely relate to. Musée Carnavalet – Musée de l’Histoire de Paris —————- “Première a Paris” San Francisco photographer Jan Hanson invites those of you who will be in Paris this fall to visit her photo exhibit at ArtSpace at WICE. The exhibit features Jan’s display of stunning photos of Paris by night and mouthwatering close-ups of food by day, as well as a few surprise images added for good measure. WICE For more information, contact Jan Hanson at [email protected] —————- MUSÉE DAPPER The premier space in France dedicated to the ancient and contemporary art of Africa and the Caribbean. Exposition Daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. closed Tuesdays Event: 35 rue Paul Valéry, 75016 Paris —————- Cirque Africain When the circus makes history! Sunday October 30 at 3 p.m. —————- Grand Marché d’Art Contemporain Recycling is the theme explored this year in the Grand Marché d’Art Contemporain held in the Place de la Bastille – already a source of inspiration for artists such as the famous César, originator of the eponymous film award, whose trademark was to compress what he collected… Nothing is wasted, everything can be salvaged and used again. This fair is an ideal opportunity to appreciate the work of those who assemble, weld or transform, in other words, recyclers of all kinds…. A whole section is devoted to first-time exhibitors at the Grand Marché. Come along and visit this veritable breeding ground for new talent. Bercy Village ==================== AT THE AMERICAN LIBRARY IN PARIS Steve Browman Jazz Trio Come enjoy the unique rhythms of some of America’s great jazz composers — Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin, Chick Corea, Jerome Kern, and Cole Porter. Featuring Steve Browman on piano, Peter Giron on double bass, and Chris McDonald on drums. Free and open to the public American Library in Paris For more information, please call 01.53.59.12.60 or e-mail [email protected] —————- Katrina Relief Concert An evening of Gospel, Jazz and other music from the heart of the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. The Katrina Fund France, American Non-profit Organizations of Paris presents a concert to benefit victims of Hurricane Katrina. We have chosen to donate all proceeds to two agencies that are helping the affected areas on a grassroots level: Should demand be large enough, a second concert will take place at 8:00 p.m. that same evening. For information on the above agencies, performers, ticket locations and more please visit http://www.katrinafundfrance.com —————- Paris Open Mikes! Come out and participate in an evening of music. Every Monday, 9 p.m. Every Thursday, 9 p.m. —————- THE EXPATRIOTS A place for the New York Music Scene to meet Paris and beyond Live International Acts Featuring: Free every Tuesday around 9 p.m. until 2 a.m. L’Etage Resto Bar Music —————- In Concert at La Java November 14 – Peter Case + John Doe + Michael Weston King La Java For more information or to buy reduced rate tickets for these shows, visit http://www.anythingmatters.com —————- CROON: A Musical Revue Featuring: With the three singing, swinging, tap-dancing “Andrews Sisters” — And with the fabulous swing pianist CROON is an homage to my father and the songs he sang to me when I was a boy, to my uncle–now over 80 years old–who recorded for Disney and sang on Broadway, radio and television, to the repertoire of Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, Fred Astaire and Frank Sinatra (“Fill my heart with song and let it sing forever more.”) CROON is a tribute to all those crooners and to the simple and profound pleasure of singing, dancing, loving and being alive–which for me is the essence of swing. au Pibar Reservations: 01.45.75.29.66 or [email protected] Entry: 12 euros or 2 for 20 euros —————- Mantra Concert Bhajan music, sacred traditional songs, performed by five very talented musicians. Come sing along or simply listen to this heartful music. Hotel Brebant Entrance fee: 30 Euros, Students 15 Euros For reservations and tickets, call Mayana at 06.10.30.65.47 —————- THE PARIS CHORAL SOCIETY What could be more appropriate than performing a work written in honour of Saint Cecilia, the Patron Saint of Music! The Paris Choral society commemorates the creation, here in Paris, of Gounod’s St. Cecilia Mass, exactly 150 years ago. The PARIS CHORAL SOCIETY and its ORCHESTRA Gounod directed by Edward Tipton Soprano: Elizabeth Sjoberg The American Cathedral of Paris —————- AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTMAS EVENT OPEN TO ALL! Paris Choral Society The famous Don’t miss this unique opportunity to sing Haendel’s great work with the Paris Choral Society and professional soloists directed by Edward Tipton. The American Cathedral V, 75008 Paris —————- Call for Singers! For the Opera “Tremonisha” by Scott Joplin, performances starting in January, Contact Lester McNutt: 01.43.62.73.02 / 06.61.80.95.99 ==================== How good is your writing? If you don’t share it with others, you may never know… Published and prize-winning short story author is looking for other prose fiction writers to expand a (no-fee) workshop group in Paris. Its aim is for members to exchange their work and get feedback from each other. If the idea appeals, and you’re prepared to make a serious commitment to regular meetings, contact Jim on 06.88.82.02.00 or [email protected] ==================== PARLER PARIS APRES-MIDI Next Meeting: November 8th, 2005 and Every Second Tuesday of the Month 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is your opportunity to meet every month, often with local professionals who can answer your Working and Living in France questions. You are invited to come for drinks and share your questions and comments about what it takes to create a life here, own property and enjoy what France has to offer. It is also an opportunity to network with other Parler Paris readers. Upstairs at La Pierre du Marais 96, rue des Archives at the corner of rue de Bretagne 75003 Paris Métro Lines 9, 3 et 11, stations Temple, République or Arts et Métiers —————- PARIS NETWORKING COCKTAIL MAKE CONTACTS FOR BUSINESS, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, SELF-DEVELOPMENT. Bring lots of business cards to exchange with others. Unsurpassed networking opportunities. Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m. Our guest speaker will be: Diana Smith Overcoming Your Fear Of Taking The Next Step Professionally. How To Take That Step. Diana Smith began coaching and teaching in the Man Power program in San Francisco then obtained a degree in Psychology at the Sorbonne in Paris in the 70s. She was an owner-manager-teacher at ACREA – a creative communication and management training organization in Paris in the 80s then a coach and training manager in the corporate world at VeriFone/HP, IBM, BULL, SNECMA, AGF in the 90s and is now a free-lance facilitator filmmaker. Diana co-authored an international management project which resulted in a book on Management Listening (published by Prentice Hall). Diana is available for individual and group consultations and can be reached at [email protected] PARTICIPATION: 15 Euros BUFFET. GOOD WINE. FUN CANAPES. AFTER THE TALK, PASTA OF THE DAY FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO STAY. Interested in being a guest speaker? Contact Patricia For more information contact Patricia —————- NEW! Friday Paris Soirees End Of The Week Happy Hour Friday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Participation: 10 Euros AN OPPORTUNITY TO MEET EVEN MORE NEW AND INTERESTING PEOPLE. Good wine. Tapas. Convivality. Have a glass of wine and continue on to what you already have planned for the evening. Or linger and make your plans there. Fun personalities. mini presentations and mingling. Among the interesting personalities present this Friday will be: Photographer Eric Francis, who will come to meet people and sign them up as models for his photo project: The Blue Book. Eric will explain to each person interested the photographic technique he he has developed for this project. Sounds like fun to be one of his models. He’ll bring some of his Alexander Technique Teacher Alexis Niki who will quickly introduce HEALTH NETWORK INTERNATIONAL (HNI), a volunteer, non-profit organization for health care professionals and others interested in health issues and invite anyone interested to join. Together with WICE, HNI co-published the Health Care in Paris handbook, an invaluable resource for newcomers to Paris. Alexis will have membership applications on hand for anyone interested in joining HNI. HNI invites health care professionals to give talks during its Monthly Seminar Series, which is open to the public, at the American Church. Topics scheduled for 2005-2006 include “Adult ADD: What is it?,” “Keeping your Kids Healthy While Traveling,” and “A Newcomers Guide to For more information, please visit: http://www.hni-paris.org [email protected] or phone +33 (0)6.23.27.34.24 To reserve for this Friday’s Paris Soires End Of The Week Happy Hour, —————- PARIS SOIREES DINNER HAPPY HOUR. DINNER. PRESENTATION. DISCUSSION. Sunday, October 30 at 6:30 p.m. Sunday 6 November at at 6:30 p.m. ADDRESS: PARTICIPATION: 20 Euros GREAT FOOD! International Cuisine. CONFIRMED RESERVATIONS ARE NECESSARY. Tel: 01.43.26.12.88 PARIS SOIREES —————– 27 Years of Dinner Chez Jim Haynes Jim’s atelier becomes a salon every Sunday night where about 70 people from all over the world meet, dine, drink and enjoy themselves. Telephone on Saturday or Sunday for your invitation, directions and the door code. Jim Haynes Atelier —————- Expatica Wine Tasting Evening! Expatica will be holding a series of Wine Tastings on November 15th and 16th, in conjunction with O Chateau. Whether you are a wine novice or a real connoisseur, this wine tasting is for you! Come mix and mingle with other expats from around the world and taste five different French wines while you’re at it! With a unique approach, our French sommelier, Olivier Magny, will show you the ins and outs of wine tasting, allowing you to discover the pleasures of wine. November 15th or 16th Tickets only available online! Sign up today at http://www.expatica.com/subsites/winetasting/ Tickets are limited for this event, so don’t delay! ==================== Rollerblading in Paris! Every week, you can don your blades for two rolling tours through the City of Light! Friday evenings: Over 4,000 experienced skaters take a different 25 km circuit each week. Full details the Thursday before at http://www.pari-roller.com or call 01.43.36.89.81 Sunday afternoons: Tour for beginners. A circuit of approx. 20 km over 3 hours. For more information visit http://www.rollers-coquillages.org or call 01.44.54.07.44 —————- Paris Half Marathon ==================== INVEST IN FRANCE Enjoy your Christmas vacation in Paris, and set aside JUST ONE DAY of your busy schedule visiting museums and dining on foie gras to learn how to make your money grow, while building a portfolio of some of the most desirable real estate in the world. —————- Improv Theatre Classes starts NOW. CLASSES IN ENGLISH (10 weeks) Classes are held at: Basement Studios 38 rue de Rochechouart, 75009 Paris —————- FACT Professional Acting Training and Performance FACT (the French-American Association for Cinema and Theatre) will begin its 17th year of professional acting training and performance on October 3rd. Since its creation in 1989 by Sarah Eigerman, an American teacher and director based in Paris and New York, our artistic goal has been two-fold: to nurture the actor’s creative process and to explore cultural exchange on a human level. For the 2005-06 season, FACT offers seven different classes: Improvisation; American Acting in Paris (taught exclusively in English); The Actor’s Voice; Technique and Scenes; Sense Memory; Scene Study; and Acting for the Camera. Students enroll in one or several classes per week, on a semester or annual basis, according to their individual needs. New this year: each semester will feature a presentation of the work through a “scene night” and a week of open classes. Our June performance project, which has been co-produced by the Guichet Montparnasse theatre for the past eight years, will focus on works by Chekhov. Contact us for further information on our programs, admission requirements, scheduling, fees, financial aid, or to make an appointment for an interview. FACT —————- Careers In Europe Forum Expatica is proud to announce the cooperation with ‘Careers in Europe’ to offer you the ‘Careers in Europe Forum,’ which will be held the 13th and 14th of December 2005, in Brussels. The Careers in Europe Forum is a unique pan-European recruitment event, offering internationally minded candidates a wealth of job opportunities. Over two days, more than 2,000 private interviews will take place between applicants and recruiters. The aim is to discuss international career opportunities. Don’t limit your options, APPLY to partake in the Careers in Europe Forum TODAY! Application deadline: October 24, 2005 —————- The Art of Trompe l’Oeil Workshop Join a unique community of artists, engaging in hands-on painting and conversation with internationally renowned Trompe l’Oeil muralist and educator, Yves Lanthier. An award-winning artist, Yves has created large oil paintings and elaborate Trompe l’Oeil that adorn the ceilings and walls of many East Coast mansions and Palm beach estates, including Celine Dion’s estate in Jupiter, Florida. Click here for more information: http://www.paintwithyves.com/ To register click on https://www.registrationassistant.com or email Paula Winke at [email protected] ==================== Have your portrait painted by American Portrait Artist, Kathy Burke For samples of her great work, visit /parlerparis/art/index.html —————- Schuyler Event Services Schuyler Editorial Services —————- WORDS THAT SELL! English Language Copywriter Freelance copywriter with more than ten years of strategic marketing and advertising experience will write your brochures, sales letters, direct mail packages, web sites, newsletters and more. I will work with you to truly understand your products/services and the needs of your customers, to produce targeted communications that get results. Clients include advertising agencies, corporations and small businesses, and I am working with Adrian Leeds of Parler Paris and French Property Insider. Competitive rates. Contact Lynda at [email protected] —————- ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSONS WITH A QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR. Tell your French friends! Business English, conversation, writing, TOEFL/TOIC prep. All levels. Lessons designed to meet student’s needs. Instructor has a Masters degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Language (TESOL),and 10 + years of teaching experience. Contact Nancy Szczepanski at 06.32.20.47.10 or [email protected] —————- MUSIQUE A+ To sing, have fun, and express yourself! Singing classes for children 9 to 12 years old Private lessons for children and adults Contact: [email protected] ==================== Parler Parlor French-English Conversation Group http://www.parlerparlor.com Parlor Times — 3 Times A Week In Two Locations Berlitz Opera – Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 38 Avenue de l’Opéra 2nd arrondissement, Paris Opéra, RER A Auber At Eurocentres – Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 13 passage Dauphine (entrance at 30 rue Dauphine, between rue Dauphine and rue Mazarine), 6th arrondissement Membership and General Information ==================== The Bay Area Francophile List is a weekly calendar of cultural events of interest to Francophones and Francophiles of the Bay Area, offering information on cinema, art, theater, music, conversation groups, classes, etc. and servicing the entire San Francisco Bay Area. This week’s Bay Area Francophile List has been posted at One special announcement this week: SHORT-TERM TESTING CONTRACT FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS OF FRENCH Acclaro Inc. http://www.acclaro.com, a NY-based software localization company, is staffing a short-term online testing contract in the Bay Area. Project participants will work at our client’s office in Sunnyvale performing web searches, reviewing the results, and ranking them according to relevance. Training will be provided. Qualified candidates must have lived away from their native country for LESS THAN five years, and must meet all of the following requirements: – Native to France If you are interested, please submit your resume and contact information as soon as possible to —————- Thirza Vallois in California/Autumn 2005 Thirza Vallois, the author of the internationally acclaimed series, “Around and About Paris” and “Romantic Paris” will be back in California for a series of talks on Paris. If you happen to live in California or passing through, make sure not to miss out on one of her legendary talks. Enlightenment, pleasure, entertainment will be part of the evening, and lots of stunning slides. Signed copies of her books will be available for purchase during those events. Friday, November 4 – The Monterey International Institute of Strategic Studies nday, November 13 – Alliance Française, Napa Some readers’ comments: “Here’s to ‘Around and About Paris.’ On your next trip to Paris, don’t leave home without it!” — The Boston Book Review “An astonishingly informative companion!” — The Times Literary Supplement, London “These books will soon achieve legendary status! I believe you can toss out all other Paris guidebooks.” — William Boyd/The Spectator, London “Entertaining at all times…. She out-Baedekers Baedeker even at his best!” — Francophonie —————- The French-American Chamber of Commerce of San Francisco ONLINE REVENUE MODEL: P&L OF WEB 2.0 Wednesday, November 16th from 6 p.m. Hosted by Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati FACCSF Panel Discussions are quarterly events aimed at exploring High-tech industry trends. They bring a panel of experts in front of an audience of Bay Area Senior Executives. The events are moderated by an Industry expert and the format encourages exchanges between the panelists and with the audience. Conferences typically attract upwards of 50 attendees and represent an opportunity for peer networking. For more information, visit http://www.faccsf.com/htcommittee.html The speakers will cover the following topics: ====================== Time Was Soft There: A Paris Sojourn at Shakespeare and Co. By Jeremy Mercer, this is part memoir, part travelogue, and part biography of Shakespeare & Co.’s legendary owner, George Whitman. Talk and book signing: Admission Free Daniele L. Thomas Easton Consul Hon. de France a Philadelphie et Wilmington With gangsters on his tail and his meager savings in hand, crime reporter Jeremy Mercer fled Canada to Paris in 1999. Broke and on the cusp of homelessness, Mercer found himself invited to a tea party amongst the riff raff of the Parisian fantasy that is Shakespeare & Company. Lost in his very own version of Alice in Wonderland, Mercer falls down the rabbit hole to a life of camaraderie in the famous bookstore, becoming proprietor George Whitman’s confidant and right-hand man, trading free labor for an unforgettable experience. The ultimate story of bohemian Paris, this charming world is filled with unique characters like the eccentric British poet, Simon, the beautiful blonde, Pia, and Whitman, who holds the key to it all. ==================== Introducing FRUSAB: France-USA Bridge FRUSAB, which stands for France-USA Bridge, is a newly created non-profit organization designed to promote a variety of cultural, educational, social, and other exchanges between French and Americans around the world. FRUSAB’s history stems from a system of values that link the United States of America and the French Republic since both countries Revolutionary Periods. While these periods were tumultuous and fraught with war, the end of the 18th century represented the beginning of the struggle for democracy, the freedom of speech, and individual liberties that cannot be usurped by a governmental authority. Today, over 2 centuries later, FRUSAB hopes to continue with this tradition by bringing French and Americans together based on common values and shared interests. In addition, FRUSAB hopes to encourage positive and reflective thinking on a variety of issues affecting both France and the United States in order to better deal with As FRUSAB continues to grow, we encourage you to check back frequently to see what’s new, post a message in our fully operational Forum, or read some of our recent articles on a variety of topics. For more information, please visit http://www.frusab.com —————- Democrats Abroad France The US Embassy is holding a workshop on voting, and members of DAF are invited to come. We know that many of you have questions about voting from abroad and have often written to us to provide answers about your concerns. If you would like to hear first-hand from the experts (Polli Brunelli, Director, Federal Voting Assistance Program, will be there), please feel free to attend by RSVPing directly to Stephanie Kovar at [email protected] Also, Steven Hill, who recently spoke to us in Paris about voting and voting rights, has written an article about the report of the election reform commission headed by Jimmy Carter and James Baker. He warns us in this article to beware of throwing the baby out with the bathwater. The commission has drawn fierce fire from civil rights and electoral reform organizations for recommending that voters be required to present photo identification at the polls. While we share the concern about a voter ID requirement, we believe it a mistake to condemn the entire report, as so many have done. (his words) We are sending you the article below, reprinted as it was written, for your information, and also to inform you that steps are being taken in the US to reform our process as so many of us feel is necessary. What Baker-Carter Got Right —————- Democrats Abroad France You are invited to a talk by the author of a work in progress: Bad Faith: Crusading Generals, Born-Again Grunts, and the Birth of a New Christian Nation. Steve Weissman PRAY TO KILL Steve Weissman lived for many years in London, working as a magazine writer and television producer. Today he lives and works in France, where he spent two years as European Editor for the Internet news site http://www.truthout.org and now works as Communications Director for a California bio-tech firm and is writing a book, mentioned above, on the Christian Right in the U.S. military. Steve is interested in how far the Christian Right has infiltrated itself into American politics, history and culture and will address that issue with Dems Abroad. Suggested contribution: 10 euros Sunday, October 30, 2005, 6:00 p.m. RSVP by return email: —————- House Trapped in the Sun * Have you any properties that are proving difficult to sell, perhaps they have nightmare issues? * Have you discovered serious structural problems, planning restrictions or issues with access to your property that are making your house hard to sell? * Did you buy off-plan from an agent who made wild promises? * Do you have problems with flaky electricity, hungry termites, crumbling walls or a leaking roof? * Are you having legal problems over your property, perhaps land you thought you owned is now being reclaimed by the authorities? * Do you have any MAJOR problems with your property that we can help with? If so WE are here to HELP YOU! Britain’s Channel 4 is producing a new series of their successful ‘House Trapped in the Sun’ series. The show’s producers are looking for vendors with problem properties to take part in three full-length episodes to be filmed late this year and early in 2006. Expert and presenter of ‘Selling Houses’ is coming out to France this Winter (2005) to help vendors confront issues that are preventing their property from selling or generally causing problems. He will give you sound advice as well as a makeover designed to sell your property quickly. If you would like to nominate yourself or someone you may know to take part in the show contact us +44 (0) 1273 224 825 or email [email protected] ==================== Année du Brésil en France —————- 34th Edition of the Paris Fall Festival —————- Salon d’Automne (Autumn Fair) —————- Salon des vins des Vignerons Indépendants ======= CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ===== ==APARTMENT RENTAL==
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