In this Update: * Spring’s Ups & Downs * Shops & Artisans of the Village St-Paul * Itinerary #1: Faubourg Saint-Antoine & Bastille District * Two New Expositions * The March Aux Fleurs is Just a Bit Smaller Now * Our Rocky Horror Experience * David and Amanda...
Author - Heather Stimmler
American-born travel journalist and non-profit media specialist living in Paris since 1995.
Inside this Issue: * Before Airbnb, there was Gîtes de France * Recommended Reading: The French Ingredient * A Public Library Dedicated to Women's History * Castles & Period Costumes: The Alternative to the Bal de Versailles * Parisian Brocantes & Vide...
The latest events and expositions in Paris this April.
The Bibliothèque Marguerite Durand (aka BMD) is the only French public library exclusively devoted to women's history, feminism and – more recently – gender studies. It was founded in 1932 thanks to the donation of collections gathered by feminist journalist...
The latest events and expositions in Paris this March.
In 1975, France decriminalized abortion. Tonight, the French Parliament voted 780-72 to amend the Constitution, ensuring women's freedom to choose. Crowds gathered at the Place du Trocadéro in Paris to witness this historic event on the big screen, with the...
Inside this Issue: * Getting Around Paris During the Olympics * Organizing a Day in Versailles (For Members Only) * Reserve Your Tickets Now: 150th Anniversary of Impressionism at the Orsay * New Shop: Sneaker Repairs & Cleaning * Hidden Vintage Boutique: AXS...
Around Paris this Month - Invader Space Station Street Art Show - Notre Dame’s New Spire Peeking Out from the Scaffolding - Bouquinistes Staying Open and Other Olympics News - Chinese New Year Food - Lunch at Mesa in the HOY Hotel - Spring Flowers & Sunny...
A successful day at Versailles requires a bit of planning, since there are many ways to organize the day, including how you’ll get there and back, what parts of the immense Versailles estate you’ll want to see, what tickets you’ll need to see them, and where...
Inside this Issue: * Celebrating the Chinese New Year in the 13th Arrondissement * Paris Residents: Are You Ready for the Next Flood? * Update: Paris by Bike * For Members: What Happens If You Need Urgent Care in Paris? * French Theater Costumes on Sale *...
The latest events and expositions in Paris this February.
In 1910, the Great Paris Flood devastated the city, causing widespread damage. SInce then, Paris has been preparing for the next great flood. This article examines how Paris residents can also prepare themselves and learn what to do before, during, and after...
