Friday, April 19, 2013

Pray for Boston


Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Tom Menino have announced the formation of The One Fund Boston, Inc. to help the people most affected by the tragic events that occurred in Boston on April 15, 2013.

Find out more here.

To send a check by mail:
One Fund Boston, Inc.
800 Boylston Street #990009
Boston, MA 02199
Send inquiries to: info@onefundboston.org

Thursday, January 10, 2013

#Paris2013Tweetup

Paris 2013 Tweetup

The Weekend In Paris

Monday, January 28, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (CET)

Paris, France

THIRD ANNUAL PARIS TWEETUP

follow the hashtag on Twitter -   #Paris2013Tweetup

is coming to Paris!
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Please join Priscilla and co-hosts
and
for a FABULOUS time at
50 Rue de Charenton – 75012 Paris
for the

.Meet up with fellow tweeters and bloggers to chat and network
about all things expat, travel and Paris (bien sûr!)or anything interesting on your mind.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Soldes!


What a lovely message - and how lucky for you if you are in Paris from the 9th of January until February 12th 2013! Everything is on sale - all the shops from the largest Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette

 to the small boutiques offers sales - a great boost to the aprés holiday shopping frenzy!


Sunday, January 6, 2013

So much to celebrate, non?




OK, I can't resist - tonight's the night - Season Three of Downton Abbey starts...I'll be watching - you?

Also, today is the Epiphany - celebrated throughout France - you'll find these in plenty at every bakery in France.




Thursday, January 3, 2013

Start the year with music...

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20th, 7 PM
SCOLNIK/SCOLNIK-BROWER Family Concert

Julie Scolnik, flute 
 Sasha Scolnik, celloSophie Scolnik-Brower, piano
aka:  Scolnik3-Brower2

ADMISSION IS FREE

Longy School of Music of Bard College
23 Garden Street,  Cambridge, MA
Map and Directions
  

Dear Friends, 

Happy New Year!

An enormous heartfelt thank you for your warm response to Andover Chamber Music's recent end-of year-appeal. It's not fun to ask for support, so we are very touched by your understanding and generosity. An official thank you letter (and CD gift to many) is in the mail.


In a few weeks I will be giving a faculty recital at Longy, and am very lucky to be playing with both of my children, pianist Sophie Scolnik-Brower, and cellist Sasha Scolnik-Brower. Many of you know them from their own performances, but this will be one of the first Boston-area concerts involving all three of us. 
The program is infectiously fun, and full of rarely-played works: Villa-Lobo's colorful "Jet Whistle," for flute & cello, transcriptions for flute & piano of the Brahms Eb Clarinet Sonata and of Bach's buoyant "Italian Concerto," the deliciously sinuous tangos of Piazzolla's "Four Seasons of Buenos Aires" and a couple of short concert gems from our Salut D'Amour CD. Reception to follow. We'd love to see you there!

Julie
PS  ON-STREET parking in Cambridge is easy and legal on Sunday nights!
 

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

The France Show 2013


Every January the enduring British love affair with France is celebrated over three days in the heart of London, England. The France Show brings the best of France to Britain, including the widest selection of food and drink to purchase as well as inspirational travel ideas and a genuine insight into the enviable French lifestyle.

Organized by leading publisher Archant, The France Show is a firm fixture in the calendar of ardent Francophiles, whilst also attracting those curious about visiting France and buying French products.

This is your chance to learn about everything France has to offer – from wine tasting to holiday inspiration, and from sampling cheese in the market to improving your French in the language theatre. The France Show also hosts the largest French Property Exhibition in the UK.

Friday, January 18th - Sunday, Janaury 20th - 10am-5pm
For tickets go here.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Bonne année 2013....

Happy New Year 2013!
I hope your New Year's eve celebrations was peaceful and joyous. This morning I woke to the sun shining and the house quiet. I was so happy to be able to sneak downstairs and crack open my new calendars for the new year. Of course high on the list was my French Country Diary by Linda Dannenburg. Julie's post from Provence Post had me checking my inventory supply and I realized we have just a handful left - we've reduced the price to $14.99 and when they're gone - they're gone - don't miss out! Get yours here.



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Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas!


Happy Holidays from Olive and Branch for the home
We would like to thank you for your trust and continued business.  May your holiday season and the New Year be filled with much joy and success.   
All the best to you and yours!

Friday, December 7, 2012

Le Marché de Noël is here!


Le Marché de Noël is here!
Saturday, December 8th
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

With over 350 visitors, last year's Marché de Noël was a tremendous success. The 2012 edition promises to be even more exciting!
 
Come find the perfect gifts with a French flair. Stroll through the Center, enjoy a complimentary warm glass of cider or mulled wine, discover or rediscover the wonders of the French touch: culinary treats, clothing, linens, soaps, crafts, stationery and more will be available from merchants bringing the essence of France to Boston.

Once you get in, make sure you sign up for the raffle for a chance to win wonderful gifts kindly donated by vendors, like us!  

We look forward to seeing you there!

Admission:Members: Free, Non-Members: $3
Free admission for children 10 & under

The French Cultural Center
53 Marlborough St.
Boston, MA
617.912.0400  

Members must present a valid membership card  for free admission, and to enjoy discounts offered by most vendors  - you will be able to sign up for a membership onsite.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

To post or not to post?


I just love this little image from my travels in the French countryside years past. It also reminds me that I should start working on my Christmas Cards early this year!