There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here What do you think sets The Cactus Blossoms apart from other Americana-flavoured acts on the surface you might mention their short-haired They wear matching jackets on stage instead of trying to look like The Band circa 1969 Then you can point to the pure harmonies of blood brothers Jack Torrey and Page Burkum They can’t help but sound like the Everly Brothers when they sing country with such a perfect blend of voices And they favour retro guitar tones with tons of twang and tremolo you may notice that younger brother Jack is a seriously handsome guy (my other half felt obliged to tell me this as soon as she clapped eyes on him) But dig more deeply and the most important difference between The Cactus Blossoms and nearly everybody else is their ability to write simple instantly memorable songs with melodic choruses you can sing along to at first hearing I didn’t know much about the band before buying tickets for this show in Montreuil an eastern suburb just outside the Paris Périphérique Confused by their different names (Jack uses a stage name I wasn’t sure that the two singers were in fact brothers until I did some research while lead guitarist Jake Hanson and drummer Jeremy Hanson are a second pair of brothers in the same band “We’re really bad at making friends so we have to stick to family,” joked Torrey while introducing the line-up Visually they made an instant impression with the two singers in pastel-blue jackets and the back line in the same colour waistcoats (no doubt inspired by their song Powder Blue which was played mid-set and sounded more like the Everlys than the real Phil and Don) We didn’t hear that trademark vocal blend so much during the opening four numbers which featured one or other of the brothers singing lead on the verses Then came the double whammy of ‘Runaway’ and ‘Statues’ and suddenly we were in sibling harmony heaven The 22-song set included eight of the ten tracks from their last album “Every Time I Think About You” plus highlights from previous collections going back to 2016’s “You’re Dreaming” which was still one year in the future the last time they played Paris Halfway through the show Page Burkam introduced the set’s only cover version by saying: “We come from Minnesota and we’d like to play something by a fellow Minnesotan thoughtfully: “This is one of his least popular songs…” He wasn’t kidding The Cactus Blossoms recorded ‘Went To See The Gypsy’ for a four-song EP of Dylan covers released in 2022 His Bobness did it on 1970’s “New Morning” album I had no memory of ever having heard it before My own favourite song of the night was ‘Hey Baby’ but a low-key feelgood boogie that gives me a shiver of pleasure every time I hear it I watched the show from the right-hand side of the hall And with lead guitarist Jake Hanson stationed on the left I couldn’t see him when he sat down for certain numbers At first I thought he was playing pedal steel because that’s what it sounded like Suddenly I saw through a gap in the crowd that there was no pedal steel and in fact he was coaxing showers of shimmering glissandi from his Fender Jazzmaster using a slide and a volume pedal There was lots more to love about The Cactus Blossoms for a guitar nut like me: the pleasing visual contrast between Jack Torrey’s pristine instruments – a gleaming sunburst Stratocaster and a Danelectro Longhorn – and his cousin Philip’s road-battered Precision bass; the way Hanson’s upfront licks wove in an out of Torrrey’s precisely tooled arpeggios and subtle lead lines to form a delicious sonic texture The band had played four shows in the UK (Glasgow London) and five in Spain before this one concert in France with more to follow in Belgium and the Netherlands Page Burkum thanked the Montreuil crowd for being friendly and appreciative but admitted that they were more familiar with rowdy US audiences “We’re used to people shouting and throwing things while we play Next time bring some rotten fruit,” he quipped I’m still exploring unfamiliar music venues in and around Paris and La Marbrerie was a good discovery It used to be a workshop that made gravestones and despite a spartan industrial ambience the sound was superb throughout It has a canteen alongside the auditorium which lived up to its name by serving food from hot trays as soon as you ordered it The show ended on a cheerful note when the band came back for their first encore and a fan near the front asked them to play ‘Out of My Mind (On Sunday)’ we haven’t practised that one,” said Burkum “We wouldn’t want you to go home remembering us for a song we messed up.” But when that song finished they decided to go for it With the help of a fan holding up a phone with the lyrics Torrey began singing the request hesitantly and suddenly it was as if they had played it on every night of tour and everyone was smiling After a final rousing performance of ‘Travelers Paradise’ The Cactus Blossoms left the stage on a tide of Gallic goodwill PS: someone at the very front of the audience has posted good-quality videos of four songs from this show to the usual site Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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I immediately checked the web for confirmation but there was […] « Back The McGill Psychotherapy Process Research Group has merged with the McGill Health Psychology Research Group and is now the Science and Practice in Psychology (SAPP) research group Dr. Tina Montreuil a researcher at the Educational and Counselling Psychology Department (Associate Member of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) has been awarded the prestigious FRQS Chercheur Boursier Junior 2 award this past April 2025 This highly competitive funding opportunity recognizes Dr Montreuil's program of research that aims to support parental mental health during pregnancy and improve access and pathways of care using an innovative screening and referral protocol Selected through a rigorous peer-review process the award supports mid-career scientists who demonstrate excellence and leadership in population health sciences Montreuil’s established research program seeks to improve child outcomes by addressing parental mental health early and effectively Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application passed away peacefully with family by her side on February 2 Diane was the daughter of Ernest W and Arlene K (Overland) Montreuil and the eldest of their three children (Karen and Keith) She grew up and graduated from high school (1976) in Crookston After high school Diane continued her education in Rochester MN where she studied Human Services Diane was employed at the Brainerd Regional Treatment Center where she began her 40+ year career educating and caring for others who were challenged with mental She continued her career working at the North Dakota State School for the Blind and most recently Andover Elementary School She also worked as a personal care assistant for individuals with special needs Diane nannied for a family in Andover whom she completely loved and cherished.  Diane was married to Jeff Dale on April 26th of 1980 and together they raised four wonderful children while living in Crookston and later Andover She was lucky to find love again in her life with her companion They enjoyed going on motorcycle trips throughout the country and found joy in caring for their beloved dogs Emma and Ernie Diane always looked forward to her yearly girl’s weekend with her seven longtime girlfriends from Crookston (Sheree Diane’s greatest love of all was her children and grandchildren She found immense joy in spending time and making memories with her family She felt truly blessed and never took for granted each day and moment that God gave her to spend with her loving family.  Diane is survived by her children Eric Dale (Abbe) of Cokato and Emily Wendorf (Andy) of Isanti and their father Jeff Dale of Andover She will be forever cherished and remembered by her eleven grandchildren: Isabelle Great nephew and niece Devin and Kiera Gudmundson will cherish her memory.  She will be dearly missed by companion Robin Buchelt sister Karen Danielson (Nick) Niece Kari Gudmundson  Diane was preceded in death by her parents Ernie and Arlene grandparents Fred and Emily Montreuil and Joe and Alvina Overland She was also preceded in death by aunts Carol Johnson and Della Montreuil as well as uncles Wally Johnson Duane Kaiser and cousins Julie Janes and Kim Anderson  A Memorial Service honoring Diane’s life will be held on Saturday at Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston The service will begin at 1:00 PM with visitation held one-hour prior Please visit www.stenshoelhouske.com/obituaries for more information.  Stenshoel-Houske Funeral & Cremation Service Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday Adjust Text Size: A+ A- we announce the death of Marie Louise Germaine Montreuil (formerly Rawson) to Ernestine Helene Morisseau and Francois Xavier Montroy She remembered fondly growing up on the family farm with her three brothers Manitoba from 1977 to 1980 and then moved to Winnipeg where she worked as a family support worker until she was 85.She loved music and dancing; she often went to fun and fiddle festivals She had a talent for listening to music and teaching herself how to play them on her piano She had a knack for excelling at anything she tried butter tarts and Christmas pudding sauce.She is survived by her brother Floyd (Marge); three children Dale (Renee) and Penny (Brent); four grandchildren Jamie (Lindsay) and Josh (Michaela); and seven great-grandchildren Edward and Bernard.Those who knew Marie will remember her keen curiosity followed by interment at the Haywood Cemetery Please join us for a luncheon and celebration of her life at the Haywood Hall after the interment As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 03 Share your memories and/or express your condolences below Unfortunately with the need to moderate tributes for inappropriate content your comments may take up to 48 hours to appear Street art invites itself to an atypical Île-de-France venue just a few days before the start of summer! On Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15, 2025, the town of Montreuil welcomes RUR 93 for the first time Organized for four years in Nogent-le-Rotrou the RUR urban art festival is coming to Seine-Saint-Denis for an edition billed as " unprecedented " To make their mark, the event's two co-organizers - Kholab and Urban Signature - are banking on an original venue: the District Training Zone this former aluminum foundry has been converted into a gym the District has several spaces which will be used by the fifteen or so invited artists and the public on June 14 and 15 While some twenty murals and events will be on display in the spot's outdoor courtyard, the indoor hall will host an exhibition orchestrated by Urban Signature a thrift shop and a food court will also be on the program so it would be a shame not to take advantage If you'd like to discover the first edition of RUR 93 Refer your establishment, click herePromote your event, click here 2025 (SPS) – The youth wing of the French Socialist Left organized a special solidarity day in support of the Sahrawi cause under the slogan "All Together in Solidarity with the Sahrawi People" in the French city of Montreuil The event featured diverse cultural activities and photo exhibitions depicting the suffering and daily life of the Sahrawi people in refugee camps Guests were welcomed with traditional Sahrawi tea accompanied by authentic Sahrawi music The program included a comprehensive presentation on the history of the Sahrawi cause and the people's struggle for independence as well as recent political developments at the international and regional levels affecting the Sahrawi liberation movement The highlight of the day was a roundtable discussion led by Mohamed Ali Zerouali who delivered an in-depth analysis of the Sahrawi issue Zerouali emphasized the responsibility and role of French civil society in defending just causes urging pressure on the French government to respect UN resolutions and international legitimacy - principles that France itself helped shape within the Security Council He also addressed the political and economic motives behind Morocco’s occupation of Western Sahara shedding light on Morocco’s alliance with Spanish and French colonialism to plunder the region’s resources at the expense of the Sahrawi people’s right to freedom and self-determination reaffirmed the French Socialist Left’s support for liberation movements worldwide She expressed disappointment at the French president’s recent shameful stance and bypassed the French constitution by failing to consult parliament on this issue The event concluded with a renewed call for solidarity and intensified efforts to pressure France and the international community to uphold justice for the Sahrawi people BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Semrush (NYSE: SEMR) a leading online visibility management SaaS platform is pleased to announce that Veronique Montreuil joins the executive team as Chief Customer and Data Officer With over 20 years of experience in customer success and customer experience Veronique brings a wealth of expertise to enhance customer relationships and drive growth In her most recent role as Head of Technology Sales and Customer Success at Covetrus (NASDAQ: CVET) and optimizing customer value through strategic initiatives and process improvements She held prior roles at companies INAP (NASDAQ: INAP) “Veronique Montreuil is a significant addition to Semrush and we are thrilled she’s joining our leadership team we are obsessed with our customers and Veronique’s arrival will only bolster our focus on understanding the evolving needs of businesses,” said Oleg Shchegolev Veronique will lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction product development and data analytics to support Semrush’s ambitious growth plans “Semrush has a formidable reputation of going above and beyond for its customers so I’m incredibly excited to be joining its leadership team,” said Veronique Montreuil Semrush’s Chief Customer and Data Officer “My goal is to drive growth and deliver lifetime value and satisfaction to the most important part of our business Semrush is a leading online visibility management SaaS platform that enables businesses globally to run search engine optimization social media and competitive research campaigns and get measurable results from online marketing Semrush offers insights and solutions for companies to build and measure campaigns across various marketing channels Semrush is headquartered in Boston and has offices in Trevose © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved The Salon du livre et la presse jeunesse de Montreuil returns this winter, to the delight of avid readers. The 40th edition of the fair dedicated to children's literature will take place from November 27 to December 2 There's a great love affair between literature and daydreaming a public event that welcomes hundreds of exhibitors publishers and French and international authors around the theme of children's literature readings in sign language and audiodescription with an exhibition of children's illustrations outside the walls and professional events to accompany the literary festivalin partner spaces on a national and international scale Bookshops, libraries and cultural centers partnering the Montreuil Fair will be showcasing the Pépites to enable readers to meet up with their favorite authors of books and albums The Pépites awards recognize the best children's books of the year Young readers are invited to apply to become judges the Salon du livre de Montreuil has had its own TV channel and you can meet your favorite authors at the stands of their publishing houses As in previous years, there will be plenty of activities for children and adults alike with a special area reserved for professionals and students interested in the world of publishing Throughout the year, the Musée de l'Histoire Vivante de Montreuil showcases iconographic collections from the French Revolution to the 1960s notably from several activists and leaders of the French Communist Party Created in 1937 by the Association pour l'Histoire Vivante, the museum of the same name was inaugurated in 1939 to mark the 150th anniversary of the French Revolution the museum has dealt with social and political issues the suburbs and Montreuil's industrial heritage the Museum of Living History has expanded to include new fields of investigation and contemporary issues and also presents temporary exhibitions and educational projects in conjunction with local schools the museum is a resource center for researchers and historians To discover this unique museum in an equally unique setting take advantage of Nuit des Musées 2025 on May 17 On the program for Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Musée de l'Histoire Vivante in Montreuil (93): History & Discrimination - From shadow to lightSaturday the invisible have emerged from history: workers ### An opportunity to explore 50 years of writing history president of Archives du féminisme and co-president of AFéMuse head of collections at the Living History Museum racism and intersectionality used in the social sciences ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### in the recognition of the homosexual deportation former vice-president of Les oublié-e-s de la mémoire Over 40 years of festivities, and the Fête de la Musique continues to thrill us every year! On June 21, the whole of France celebrates music of all kinds, and new and established artists alike, performing in the streets, parks, restaurants the Fête de la Musique is a celebration of music and artists of all styles and genres An initiative much appreciated by the French who have been coming out in force for all these years In the inner suburbs of Paris, the town of Montreuil supportive and popular vibe in which cultures intermingle and counter-cultures flourish is getting ready to celebrate summer with music So what's on tap in this eastern Parisian commune for this Fête de la Musique 2024 in the Paris region Stay tuned as the page is updated with new announcements Le TraquenardPerformance by DJ Estere Lola In ParisFriday, June 21, 2024 from 4pm to 5pmFree admissionLe Chinois Fête de la Musique spécial Afro Vibes by Trap Africa & FriendsFriday, June 21, 2024 from 10pm to 5amPre-sale accesshttps://www.facebook.com/events/419047170946586 MontVenusDrag Kings Show with singing performances Friday Rooftop of the Cinéma Mélies MontreuilRPBLK and the Bistrot Méliès join forces for the Fête de la musique 2024. Come and vibrate to sharp, festive and groovy House tones in a magnificent setting on the ROOFTOP of the Cinéma Georges Méliès in Montreuil. Free, reservations Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles Sign in Join now, it's FREE! He may not be the biggest player on the ice but much like the undersized Jacob Therrien with the North Bay Battalion The 2009 birth year forward from Mattawa has been one of the key offensive threats for the North Bay U16 AAA Trappers team that is wrapping up regular season play in the Great North U18 AAA Hockey League.  Montreuil has netted 18 goals and 14 assists for 32 points.  with an impressive motor and compete level," said one scout.   "Cedar plays much bigger than listed." Scouts believe his work ethic is his trademark "He plays with a physical edge despite his size Willingly plays in the hard areas of the ice A player whose competitiveness and unrelenting motor should appeal to OHL scouts and management alike." Montreuil describes himself as a dynamic two-way forward who enjoys getting into puck battles "I can also create plays finding teammates along with putting the puck in the net," said the 5'7" He models his game after NHL power forward and Stanley Cup winner "Doing anything I can do to help my team win I am also a player on the team who helps out whether it’s on the ice not letting the team get discouraged or in the room keeping them focused on the task at hand." Montreuil also enjoys the challenge of playing against bigger and stronger competition, so playing in a league against players two or three years older doesn't phase him. Montreuil actually played games last season as an affiliate with the U18 AAA Trappers He attended the Powassan Voodoos summer camp last July and is an affiliate with the local junior 'A' team this season.  "Adjusting to playing against the older players in this league was obviously a challenge," he admits.   I have found that playing scared is not the answer. I figured out that to be able to compete against them I have had to become even more gritty get shots off quicker along with passes." Montreuil does not want to take anything for granted in his hockey journey.  "Without a doubt my parents since without them none of this would be possible whether it be bringing me to and from practice feeding me nutritious food allowing me to be in my best shape and also them sacrificing a lot to be able to make all this happen," he said.   "Other people that comes to mind is my coaching staff they put a lot of time reviewing video for the team to improve our game also sending videos to players individually telling us what we are doing well and what we need to work on also being available for individual meetings if we need some extra help I wouldn’t be the player I am today." who was also named to the NOHA All-Star roster for the OHL Cup is trying to be calm when thinking about the 2025 OHL Priority Selection which takes place April 11 and 12 online.   "I put it in the back of my mind and do not stress about it," he said.   Montreuil has a positive outlook whether he gets drafted or not.  "Many players go undrafted and continue on to have a career," he said.   "Even if that doesn’t happen I have a lot to live for and know I will be successful in whatever I end up doing since I am very committed to everything I do "This doesn’t just apply to hockey but also at school; doing the best I can and at work doing the best work I can do "That is why I am not stressed about the draft since there’s nothing I can do except to play my game and do the best I can." More Spotlight > (LEX 18) — Commercial pilot numbers are dwindling and experts say it's due to several factors like mandatory retirement at 65 and the cost of training they're looking to help that shortage via their aviation program "The industry is losing hundreds of thousands of pilots each year and our program is trying to meet that demand," said program chair Dennis Sinnett Faith Montreuil is a junior in the program She's one of the 463 students currently studying to enter the aviation industry Montreuil is in the professional flight track the joy that you get simply from flying is second to none it's the most amazing feeling in the world," said Montreuil Sinnett said the program has grown exponentially over the last 4 to 5 years from 100 students seven years ago to the numbers they see today "It's incredible the amount of responsibility these young aviators are able to take on at a relatively short period of time Graduates will end their time at EKU with their private They'll also be certified flight instructors Montreuil said she plans to fly for the airlines "It's a lot of hard work and studying but it's totally rewarding," said Montreuil The program also features the aerospace management track which Sinnett said is quickly gaining steam Young pilots first starting out will have a salary around $90,000 Report a typo Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Greens and Communists have put aside their differences to form a ‘New Popular Front’ The posters strung across the street in Montreuil, east of Paris, were still fluttering in the breeze days after the stage, the microphones and the politicians at the launch of France’s newest political force had gone out of the smouldering ashes of the country’s bickering left a coalition had risen to take on the far right allying with LFI after its outspoken leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s insults and attacks on the man who led their European campaign if they are to win what he calls “the mother of all battles” “It’s complicated … I’m not going to tell you it’s a marriage of love,” he said of the left’s new coalition The coalition has agreed to divvy up constituencies to ensure no leftwing candidate stands in opposition to another But its launch in Montreuil last Monday evening was tense coming after the shock announcement that five LFI MPs had been deselected including the town’s outgoing MP Alexis Corbière LFI MP in the neighbouring Seine-Saint-Denis constituency are now standing as independent NFP candidates Establishing a programme for the hastily created NFP hydra has involved even more pill swallowing and compromise What it has come up with is a manifesto to increase the minimum wage; freeze the price of essential goods and energy; abolish the pension age rise to 64 reducing it back down to 60; and tax rises on income It has denied opponents’ claims that this will cost between €100-200bn the director of the Observatory of Political Life at the Jean-Jaurès Foundation thinktank said the left had been forced to rise above considerable political differences by the prospect of an RN majority in the 577-seat Assemblée Nationale “Separately they risked losing and letting the RN and Emmanuel Macron’s party through; by joining forces nationally the aim is to get as many [NFP] candidates as possible into the second round,” Bréhier said “The RN hasn’t put a foot wrong in this campaign … it has gained credibility and made people think it’s another normal party the left has had to cooperate and compromise to form an alternative political force,” he said followed by 28% for the NFP and 22% for Macron’s coalition Those questioned said their priorities were the cost of living voters of all stripes have tended to vote against the far right this time may be differentBréhier said the predicted high turnout and a lower number of candidates this time could lead to more “triangulars”: the unusual situation where three candidates qualify for the second-round vote instead of two one would often withdraw to avoid splitting the vote the PS and LFI have said they will advise voters to support whoever will keep out the RN after the first round vote next Sunday But while in previous elections, voters of all stripes have tended to vote against the far right, this time may be different. For many in France Mélenchon’s radical left is as distasteful as Le Pen’s far right Last week, Kylian Mbappé, captain of the France men’s football team, warned voters to shun “les extremes” a comment interpreted by some as criticism of the radical left LFI as well as the far right the activist and Nazi hunter famous for documenting the Holocaust stated he would vote for the far right if faced with a choice between RN and LFI while the French Jewish philosopher and member of the Académie Française Alain Finkielkraut has said he will do the same The philosopher Bernard Henri-Lévy has opted for the neither right nor left stance Frédéric Sawicki, professor of political science at the Sorbonne, rejects the “both extremes” equivalence and sought to reassure moderate leftwing voters balking at supporting an LFI candidate by suggesting other coalition members would neutralise the radical left’s more extreme elements. “There’s a big difference between the RN and the LFI, which is now in a coalition whose programme is democratic. In any case, there is no guarantee that within the coalition the LFI will win the most seats, which means it will have to work with socialists and others [in parliament],” he said. “The real danger is an RN government so the hope is that voters will vote, not abstain in the second round, and will not hesitate between an NFP and RN candidate.” In Montreuil town hall, mayor Patrice Bessac, of the French Communist party, said an RN government would shake everyone in a town with a large migrant population of more than 60 nationalities and be a wider threat to French diversity and social cohesion. They know the far right’s first target will be the immigrant population and working-class areas like ours,” Bessac said “The danger from the far right means the left must put disagreements aside and campaign together The only thing that matters is that we propose a new path for the country that is not the RN.” who led the PS’s relatively successful European campaign – it came third narrowly behind Macron’s party – said he understood the reluctance of his “social democrat ecologist and pro-European” supporters to vote for an LFI candidate but that unity was the only way to avoid a “triumph of the worst” the battle that makes all the others possible This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, was invited to take part in a production and short documentary produced by Savoir média to talk about the importance of supporting families during the perinatal period or the transition to parenthood The documentary was filmed in our very own Education Faculty Learning Commons Some highlights of this important documentary:  The Méliès cinema is a veritable institution in Montreuil Named in homage to the film director Georges Méliès who created the first French film studio in the town it has been thrilling lovers of the 7th art for over 50 years it was located in the heart of a shopping mall at Croix-de-Chavaux station this temple to the 7th art has undergone a renaissance with the construction of a dedicated complex opposite the town hall a stone's throw from the Mairie de Montreuil station on line 9 It is now Europe's largest public art house cinema as well as regular festivals to rediscover classics and forgotten works and special nocturnes with screenings throughout the night there are also Japanim sessions dedicated to Japanese animation the cinema offers a special program for young audiences or "babies welcome" screenings where you can attend with an infant under 7 months as changing tables are available in the cinema Accessible to people with reduced mobility the cinema also offers screenings adapted for the visually and hearing impaired senior citizens and those with behavioral disabilities Prices remain affordable: €7 for full price with a canteen that's also reasonably priced a five-minute walk from the Robespierre metro station (line 9) this 3,000 m² center offers a complete range of gaming And we hear that a new adventure is coming in 2025.. In addition to gaming, the venue features a restaurant run by chef Poca, specializing ineSports-related cuisine, as well as a concept dart bar, EVA Darts, and an immersive Cyberbar. The restaurant will feature "Burgouzz", a burger created by YouTubeur Valouzz EVA Paris-Est is also targeting corporate events offering capacity for up to 200 people for privatizations or teambuilding sessions The perfect opportunity to have fun with family and friends just a stone's throw from the capital We visited the store during a press afternoon it's very welcoming: the bar at the entrance sets the tone and the seating areas are just as inviting A real little cocoon for a drink between two games And the augmented-reality dartboard also helps You can move around easily without getting in the way given how easy it is to bump into each other The HTC Focus 3 headset is lightweight and comfortable to wear Free-roaming makes for a pleasant experience with no weight on your head or back (no backpack computer) we tried our hand at severalAfter-H Battle Arena maps very pleasing to the eye and particularly fluid it's the same thing: everything is done to make the experience accessible to all without hindering those who are used to it plus the possibility of taking out a subscription to play which are classic but sufficiently numerous (objective shooting we had a lot of fun during the sessions on offer A great address for fans ofeSports and virtual reality.. or those who want to discover these two aspects of gaming All that's left is for you to make up your own mind and discover the store To find out about other centers in the Paris region Baiman's Cake is the latest brainchild of Amelle a mother of 5 with a passion for patisserie who dreamed of opening a friendly place where people could come to enjoy themselves and learn how to bake Derived from the first names of all the members of her family After a retraining and a pastry CAP in her pocket she set her sights on 71 rue Robespierre in Montreuil a former coworking space with beautiful volumes so there's no shortage of room to sit back and enjoy a delicious meal all day long you can enjoy these sweet treats accompanied by refined teas or carefully selected coffees You can also enjoy lunch or a quick bite to eat with a range of savoury dishes from homemade sandwiches to gourmet wraps and bagels The originality of Baiman's Cake also lies in its interactive side The establishment offers patisserie workshops open to all where you can learn how to use a pastry bag make an entremets worthy of a professional or even learn how to make viennoiseries that have nothing to be ashamed of in front of those from your bakery It's a great way for sweet-lovers to get their hands dirty We rolled up our sleeves and set off for a full-day workshop from 9am to 5:30pm This ultra-complete package includes a gourmet breakfast consisting of 3 pastries After this gentle start and a short presentation tour Making croissant dough and inverted puffpastry We go on to make croissants rolled with love followed by a demonstration of sorted Swiss bread Then it's on to the galette decoration workshop croissants and pains au chocolat that would be right at home on the shelves of a bakery how to make competition flans with the king of flan: Julien Juchamalo To take advantage of this gourmet address, go to 71 rue Robespierre, 93100 Montreuil. You can book a workshop or get more information by contacting the salon on 09 78 81 10 65 or by e-mail at contact@baimans.com. at this solidarity-based ressourcerie where every item deserves a second life The program features a selection of clothes It's an opportunity to unearth nuggets while adopting a more responsible approach to consumption Whether you're a fan of vintage thrift shops looking for a good book or a collector's vinyl this solidarity sale supports social integration and re-use while offering a convivial and committed experience And for those who have forgotten to spoil their loved ones on February 14 it's the perfect opportunity to find a unique gift without breaking the bank Kidexpo is THE trade show for parents , but especially for kids, and it's back for four days from October 24 to 27, 2024, with lots of good deals and clever ideas in the fields of education, sport, leisure and vacations for the whole family as well as around a hundred workshops and events which takes place at the Montreuil Exhibition Centre for the first time (previously it was held at the Versailles Exhibition Centre in the 15th arrondissement) The program includes fun and educational activities as well as the children's favorite heroes on the Big Stage for extraordinary shows concerts and meetings with the stars of the youngest stars You'll be able to dance to the new Moussier Tombola show meet The Voice contestants and end the day in style with the KidExpo Halloween Party There's plenty to keep kids' eyes sparkling and their spirits up for an unforgettable day The North Bay & District U16 AAA Trappers season ended as they were defeated 5-3 by the Soo U16 AAA Greyhounds on Sunday in the play-in final of the Great North U18 playoff tournament which wrapped up on the weekend in Sault Ste The three-team event included the U16 Trappers the New Liskeard Cubs and the host U16 AAA Greyhounds with the winner going to the GN U18 Tournament of Champions which starts Wednesday in Timmins.   Uilliam Noll and Phillippe Lafontaine scored for the U16 Trappers in the loss.   the Trappers blasted the Cubs 8-0 paced by Montreuil who netted five goals in the win. Lafontaine Ty Dubreuil and Emerik Bray had the other goals while Bruce Laronde recorded the shutout.   The Trappers opened the play-in tourney on Friday with a 2-2 tie against the Greyhounds.  Montreuil and Carter McAllister scored in their opening game.  The season is not over for all the Trappers as a handful from the local squad have been named to the NOHA All-Stars who will compete in the OHL Cup March 24 to 28 in Toronto. Owen Smith and Bruce Laronde were named to the team back in late February.   Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience the Parisian food scene is flexing its muscles from legendary restaurants making a comeback to a Japanese tea ceremony and 50 shades of bistronomy Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. 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Your Ads Privacy ChoicesIMDb Nuit Blanche the unmissable cultural event that takes place every first weekend in June returns in 2024 to illuminate Paris and the surrounding area with a unique artistic program this magical night transforms streets and buildings into a vast open-air art gallery artistic performances and exhibitions amaze visitors Whether you're a fan of contemporary art or simply curious Nuit Blanche promises to be an immersive and unforgettable experience offering an idyllic setting in which to relax and enjoy nature The city's cultural diversity and artistic dynamism make it a unique and captivating place to live you can discover works bylocal and international artists take part in interactive workshops and enjoy live performances with your family so don't miss this opportunity to experience an exceptional night out in this artistic city in the inner suburbs See you in Montreuil for Nuit Blanche 2024 le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles For the past 10 years, the French Ministry of Culture and the Centre national du livre (CNL) have been organizing the nationwide "Partir en livre" (Go to Books) event to encourage children to read The great festival of books for young people returns for a new summer edition from June 18 to July 20 For half of the summer vacations, children can sail from activity to activity, whetting their curiosity and appetite for reading. What better way to make new friends than by discussing books the festival also invites you to get moving to explore the links between sport and literature Partir en livre will be reaching out to children and teenagers right from the start of the vacation season! Just like last year, the Livrodrome is back: an itinerantliterary theme park touring France including the town of Asnières-sur-Seine (92) Snøhetta, the Norweigan-based architecture and landscape practice has been chosen to re-imagine the French Asylum and Administrative Courts of Montreuil The proposal puts together both institutions on one site surrounded by luscious green areas and a biophilic landscape the project includes the design of the buildings The national court of asylum in France is a place where people appeal the rejection or withdrawal of their refugee status, given to them by the government. A place of possible high tension and turmoil, the new design by Snohetta Paris is based on safety and transparency, acting as a beacon of justice. The joining of the two jurisdictions on one site has led the two functions to be positioned on opposite sides, with shared programs such as a nursery, sports hall, and a restaurant at the center of the site. All of these spaces are centered around the main garden.  Aligned with Snøhetta’s values, the scheme addresses the environmental values of the building. The project promotes biodiversity through many new green spaces, as well as a thermal solution to excessive energy consumption. The glass facades are oriented and designed in a way that will accommodate energy production, aided by photovoltaic panels.  You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email We will print, address, stamp and mail your card for you. Don't worry! We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file. If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money. The family of Maria Barovechio Montreuil created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories. Maria Barovechio Montreuil, age 62 of Madisonville,... Text description provided by the architects. The access hall organizes the public flow. -          Reception, information desk and access are located below the auditorium. This space aims to be boosted by the public use: -          The first one is open, it features views of the future Gernica square. One can perceive a continuous path which is symbolized by the staircase that leads toward the bar. -          The second one is vertical, the monumental staircase behind me. © Jean Marie MonthiersThe courtyard brings daylight to the interior spaces and, through triangulation with other glazing panels, balances the spatial configuration.The architect seeked the continuity of the external spaces toward the inner spaces by the use of Portuguese paving on the ground level. This red foyer is the starting point of a very expressive pathway we are about to discover. By climbing the monumental stairs one perceives a color shift. It’s related to the imposing character of the suspended volumes over the small stage designed for short performances. We gradually change the atmosphere while climbing the stairs. The main access to the room is through this entry. The walls and paving show a color gradient; the volumes are detached to enhance the perspective. The current photography exhibition is presented by the School of Visual Arts of Vevey. © Jean Marie MonthiersReaching the bar. Its form allows a particularly dynamic way of development. The suspended tables, coated with gold sheets, react statically to the bar’s volume. Getting inside the room. This room closely connects the spectators with both the stage and the artists.The grid over the stage pends from a point two times higher than the window we can see. Still on the path of this project, the red-to-black gradient is discrete, it leads the eye toward the stage. The concrete walls give the room a very contemporary atmosphere. Their oblique “folds” ensure an excellent acoustic and, by being attached to the technical footbridges, provide a sense of security. © Jean Marie MonthiersGoing down until we reach the stage. We are in front of the orchestra pit which is currently occupied by 3 rows of seats. We are in the private area for the artists. Floor PlanThe ceiling, enlivened by a set of colored lights, defines the foyer and provides an austere atmosphere for the artists to prepare to enter the stage. Here is a dressing-room. Confortable and simple, it offers a place for the user to prepare. © Jean Marie MonthiersThis place is treated with noble materials as solid wood and golden sheet cladding (Passing in front of the staircase) This staircase leads to the administrative areas and also to the artist’s studios we are about to find Its dynamic nature features some slits that create different perspectives (Reaching beneath the vault) The access to the studios is through this path whose main singularity is this vault The color and light treatment emphasizes its magnificence and provides a sense of infinity Artists’ studio: this room is a simple volume which features all kind of repetitions The balcony can be easily reached and allows users to stay in this room for longer We will now return to the access hall – end of the visit British-run luxury B&B that is a couple of hours from London by train – only it’s in France So what are the perfect constituent components of an escape to the country A seamless airport-free delivery out of the city welcoming you into a creeper-clad rural redoubt ideally with a cravat or lazy Labrador involved somewhere A centuries-old flag-floored building whose creaking boards and echoing style infused spaces embrace that elusive symmetry of old world charm and cutting-edge chic To be able to step outside into a collage of similarly time warped buildings slumped into a slow-motion film-set fantasy seeping through the crisp atmosphere of somewhere big enough to invite exploration yet small enough for the inhabitants to be able to gossip about you If it’s on a hill affording far-reaching vistas of unimpeded greenness preferably involving nothing more strenuous than a stroll to genuinely desirable dining destinations… an integral piece of the jig-saw Tim Matthews’ achingly tasteful restoration of what was for centuries the apothecary’s house is in a little town that ticks all the above boxes 45 minutes’ drive from the tunnel exit in Calais With a change onto a somewhat more sedate but scenic local train is thus accessible by rail from London in a couple of hours Car rental and transfer options are also possible at Calais Eurostar station I can’t recall if Matthews sports a cravat but this long-time resident of what is undoubtedly the most attractive French town within striking distance of Calais seems to revel in the French preconception of le gentilhomme anglais which the locals have clearly decided he is Number 76 Rue Pierre Ledent in the heart of this sedentary but sumptuous hilltop community of just 2000 inhabitants has been transformed into one of the most endearing B&Bs on either side of the Channel It may well be an innate prejudice tilted toward one’s own cultural reference points but British restoration of hotel’s and B&Bs in France can often appear quite impressive Whilst the authenticity of the French experience not least that quaint practice of wallpapering over anything and everything dangles the opportunity of total cultural immersion some provincial gallic interior style statements are perhaps best left unsaid has managed to bring about a perfectly balanced entente cordiale of French elegance and English sophistication that impresses from the first step across the threshold like many in Montreuil (the setting for Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables) along with a lot of other property suddenly changing hands in revolutionary France it became the town apothecary’s residence and remained as such for nearly two centuries Whilst quite dilapidated by the time Matthews and his partner got to grips with its 21st-century renaissance Maison 76 has retained many impressive original features including massive marble fireplaces wonderful parquet flooring and gorgeous frescoes The sense of space and opulence is preserved by room sizes having been largely left intact resulting in just three guest bedrooms plus one suite the overall perfectly proportioned impression is of the grand bourgeois town house that it was intended to be when constructed in the 1750s Colour schemes veer from deep hued historic neutrals using Little Greene paints (more Farrow & Ball than Farrow & Ball) to lavish brightly coloured original wall coverings and all points in between Laced liberally with an eclectic design input and a notable attention to detail it all moulds into a soft-toned soporific showstopper that you just want to sit down with a glass of champagne (readily accommodated) to absorb and be absorbed by There’s a delightful sizeable garden incorporating a picture-perfect summer house although the small swimming pool operating under the same meteorological duress as the British climate one struggles to find fault with a destination at the end of the metropolitan escape route as enticing as this one there’s that with which Le Weekend is always going to prevail over a domestic jaunt to the countryside Supposedly superior French sartorial standards might occasionally surprise some of the sights on show on a wet winter weekday in Calais’ giant Cité Europe shopping mall make 1970s Albania look like Milan Fashion Week remains as implacably impaled on the heart of French society as it has always been In the part of France closest to our shores Montreuil-sur-Mer is rapidly establishing a reputation as the go-to destination for gastronomic indulgence With one of only two restaurants in the North of France to boast two Michelin stars Christian Germain has been consistently accorded one-star status the town punches way above its culinary weight In less than five minutes’ walk of Maison 76 there’s a plethora of enticing eateries including another two of Gauthier’s and my absolute favourite mid-range restaurant pretty much anywhere Matthews has recently partnered with Alexandre Gauthier in a new venture designed to promote the town’s little-known legacy of foodie pre-eminence He has evolved into a walking lexicon of the area’s isolated farm restaurants isn’t ever likely to be an issue for Maison 76 guests How to stop their messianic host from continually telling them The siren call of Shropshire’s blue remembered hills or Dorset’s hidden valleys of isolated indolence to those in need of respite from metropolitan mayhem But with Calais just a 55-minute whoosh away chaperoning your taste buds underneath the channel in order to discover what our man in Montrueil might have lying in wait for them presents as a weekend break with a difference Rooms at Maison76 from 175 Euros: maison76.com Returns London St Pancras to Calais from £58 Standard, £168 Standard Premier: eurostar.com ladestinationgastronomique.com A newly released report from the Institut de la statistique du Québec highlights a worrying trend: a sharp rise in mental health issues among high school students over the past decade which draws on data from over 70,000 students in French and English schools across Quebec and other disorders—issues that experts like Dr Tina Montreuil emphasize need urgent attention an Associate Professor in Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University reflected on the findings during a recent interview “This report provides a snapshot of how mental health among teenagers has evolved over the past ten years,” she noted While some conditions like attention deficit disorders have long been present The report paints a grim picture: professionally diagnosed anxiety disorders rose from 9 per cent in 2010–2011 to 20 per cent in 2022–2023 Depression also climbed from 4.9 per cent to 7 per cent and eating disorders showed the most dramatic increase Attention deficit disorders now affect a staggering 25 per cent of students Girls are disproportionately affected by anxiety (8 per cent take medication compared to 3.8 per cent of boys) and eco-anxiety—a newer metric that tracks stress tied to environmental concerns The decline in self-esteem was also more pronounced in girls dropping from 15 per cent in 2010 to just 7 per cent in 2023 the decline was smaller but still significant falling from 24 per cent to 16 per cent in the same period “Eco-anxiety is a reflection of our increasing awareness of climate change and the stress it induces especially in younger generations who feel they have little control over the situation.” While the pandemic has been blamed for rising mental health challenges Montreuil argued it’s not the sole culprit the steepest increase in issues occurred before the pandemic,” she explained there was more awareness and discussion about mental health which might have temporarily slowed the upward trend and there was a surge in available resources.” Montreuil emphasized that increased awareness and better diagnostic tools also contribute to the rising numbers “We’re more attuned to what anxiety looks like Platforms like TikTok and Instagram amplify social comparison contributing to low self-esteem and even eating disorders.” Subscribe to read this story and more EZ Newsite platform by Textuel and TolléWeather information by OpenWeatherMap Official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) Nothing about Montreuil-sur-Mer is what you expect It is also one of the most beautiful and the most ‘French’ towns in France – something that one does not expect to find in the very north of country ‘real France’ begins much farther to the south – somewhere in Normandy or Brittany and only a few are aware of the existence of Montreuil-sur-Mer a little gem of unadulterated ‘Frenchness’ just half a tank of petrol away from London characteristic and little-known corner of France Montreuil preserves better than any place in Great Britain the character of a medieval town,’ wrote Stephen Gwynn an Irish journalist and MP in his book In Praise of France, 1927 for almost everything in it defies the concept of a small provincial town and I was genuinely surprised when Pierre Ducrocq told me during my last visit that the town’s present-day population is just over 2,000 – a huge drop from its medieval high of 30,000 people I first stepped onto the town’s ancient cobbles 18 years ago and fell in love with the place Faced with the enforced immobility of lockdowns I had been missing Montreuil almost like a loved one There was no question of where to go first after at least some of the travel restrictions got lifted love is a sensation that encompasses all the senses that some visitors can still be spotted looking for the sea when in town – and complaining when they fail to find it are the town’s ubiquitous trees (over a thousand get planted every year) and flowers including the disproportionally large La Mairie mansion are hardly visible within the camouflage of the surrounding plane trees and the flowers on their facades With an overabundance of wisteria-covered balconies and window boxes Montreuil is an official ville fleurie the second most beautiful (according to the latest competition) in the whole of France The Montreuillois regard their town’s appearance as an important matter Every three years a special ‘jury’ checks the existing ‘flower pattern’ and gives advice on how to improve it The flowers get sprinkled with recycled water only All public offices are set energy-saving targets and each resident is entitled to a free private garden allotment Cattle-owners are encouraged to ‘eco-graze’ their sheep The town’s school children spend one day a week on excursions to the neighbouring marshes nature reserve The town has been designated a ‘natural community site’ they keep colonies of greater mouse-eared and greater horseshoe bats No wonder the writer Victor Hugo adored Montreuil visited it often and used the town’s ancient streets as real-life settings for his best-known novel, Les Miserables a country house on the outskirts of Montreuil-sur-Mer he could often be seen riding through the town and the countryside in the company of his aide-de-camp When in 1928 the question of erecting a statue in his memory was raised by Montreuil townsfolk the people of Montreuil recovered the original mould from the sculptor Paul Landowski and cast a new one. Field Marshal Haig can still be seen on horseback towering above Montreuil’s main Charles de Gaulles Square It is the old ramparts that give Monreuil’s townscape a particularly dramatic look – a view which started to be shaped in the year 987 with the construction of the first fortifications on the promontory above the Canche River Valley Over the next thousand years they were constantly improved and modernised to keep up with technological progress the medieval defence system was adapted to suit new attack techniques and the archers on top of the towers were replaced with cannons military engineers had made the town a French border stronghold against Spanish forces – which had captured Calais and Amiens – with bastions earthworks and new fortifications in one weak point the town’s ramparts were modernised first by Jean Errard and later by the noted military engineer Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban who added to the Citadel its distinctive demi-lune (half-moon-shaped) entrance the arsenal and – in line with his own famous ‘more powder less blood’ doctrine – a large powder house came to good use during the First World War when they housed a telephone exchange for the British Army General Headquarters (GHQ) The British GHQ was based in Montreuil from 1916 penned by an anonymous author under the nom-de-plume ‘G.S.O.’ (General Staff Officer?) and published in London in 1920: ‘Military convenience alone dictated the choice of Montreuil as the site of the General Headquarters of the British Expeditionary Force in France as soon as that Force reached to such a strength as to take a full share of the campaign.’ the fact that the town had already been heavily fortified played a role again: ‘Had it not been for those Rampart walks at Montreuil would have been hardly possible was by the Ramparts and most went by the Ramparts unless work was hideously pressing.’ goes on to say that the already existing fortifications of an old fosse were converted into ‘hard tennis courts’ because ‘really there was not time to follow tennis or any other sport’ and – with all the British WWI infrastructure still in place – into their own military headquarters too Walking along the same ramparts today is a fascinating experience for those who do not suffer from acrophobia with birds floating above the tree tops well below your feet I wake up in a bright room of the Hermitage hotel to the inimitable sound mix of Montreuil Through the picture windows I can hear the chirping of birds whisper-like whistling of the wind blowing through the ramparts I listen too to the tolling of the bells of the Gothic St-Saulve Abbey Church in Place Gambetta Most of its furnishings were burnt down during the French Revolution in 1793 on the orders of National Convention member Andre Dumon specially dispatched to Montreuil from Paris to oversee the auto-da-fe The interior was later restored with paintings sculptures and other works of art from many other churches in the area which had been destroyed in the Revolution One masterpiece to escape the destruction was the oil panting Saint Dominic’s Vision by Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet As the bells go silent I am able to discern my favourite Montreuil sound – the shuffling of car tires against the old cobbles with which most of the old town’s streets are still paved That highly peculiar and ever-so-soothing sound is hard to describe It resembles the muffled low-pitch buzzing of a giant the mayor told me how much effort was taken by the town council to keep the historic cobbles the cobblestones gleam under the light of street lanterns The chorus is joined occasionally by the distant rattling of train wheels Boulogne and other neighbouring places with speed and comfort It takes about two hours (with one change) to get to Paris and about the same time – to London by Eurostar Victor Hugo’s creative time in the town is commemorated each August by the special son et lumière (sound-and-light) show when the best-​known scenes from Les Miserables and its numerous stage and movie adaptations are re-enacted by the locals in the town’s historic centre and on the ramparts with the help of specially engineered light and sound effects My favourite Montreuil smell is that of a log fire of an evening Many houses and mansions in the old town have large gaping fireplaces which the locals like lighting up all year round The comforting scent wafts gently up the winding streets all the way to the Place de General de Gaulle, formerly the Market Square where it blends with the joint fragrance of over 150 different cheeses oozing from Fromagerie Caseus with the dominant one being of the almost aggressively pungent Vieux Lille On its journey up the streets the log fire aroma clashes with – and at times gets overwhelmed by – the odours of food being cooked in multiple households: of various aromatic soups (Montreuil’s speciality always served here with freshly baked breads and tartlets); of another local dish, Ris de Veau (veal sweetbreads); of grilled turbot and of all kinds of marmites – traditional French casseroles They take their food seriously in Montreuil and one of the best proofs of that is the massive and delicious Jean Valjean loaf from Boulanger Gremont The tiny Montreuil is now a popular destination gastronomique one of the major culinary hubs of Northern France with eating places ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to down-to-earth bistros and cafes Tim Matthews – a local resident and a native Englishman who owns and runs one of France’s best luxury B&Bs – Maison 76 – believes that the town’s present-day gastronomic excellence is but a continuation of a centuries-long tradition he quotes from Gastronomic History of Montreuil written (in French) by the local historian George Orhant who claims that: ‘Montreuil was considered a culinary Shangri-La’ as early as the 13th century Mathews had his own coup de foudre during his first visit to Monreuil – not 18 having become part of the town’s 50-strong British community and since then has turned into a local celebrity of sorts ‘Not a native – as his name suggests – but in every sense a true local,’ the Montreuillois say about him We are sitting with Tim near the fireplace in the cosy lounge of his hotel ‘Montreuil attracted me at first with its unique democratic feel You don’t have to be a millionaire to enjoy Montreuil The town has been protected by the ramparts from the rest the world for over 2,000 years which at times make it appear a bit isolated also help to keep away excessive housing development and big supermarket chains.’ ‘The people here are northerners,’ he continues and there’s a lot of warmth towards the Brits whose presence has been strongly felt in Montreuil all through its long history.’ the Bishop of Amiens published charters regulating culinary matters in Montreuil allowing its cooks to make cognots – a kind of brioche with spices and melted sugar which the Montrellois kept enjoying sumptuous meals in numerous salons and halls featuring decorated silverware guests would not get up from the tables till morning 18th and 19th century travellers write of the high-standard coaching inns the Renard d’Or, Hotel Angleterre and the Relay du Roy frog legs and excellent seafood (Montreuil was then an important stop on the so-called route-des- poissons from Boulogne to Paris) In his beautifully poetic book Venice is a Fish Italian writer Tiziano Scarpa explains how to explore Venice by touching its pavements and bridges with one’s feet ‘Feel how your toes turn prehensile on the steps of the bridges clutching at worn or squared ledges as you climb; your soles brake you on the way down not post-punk boots or trainers with rubbery air pockets I suggest this spiritual exercise: become a foot.’ I love walking on the old cobbles of Montreuil at dusk when cars rarely break the silence of the deserted and touching the cobbles with the soles of my shoes is like connecting directly with the town’s past and with French history itself Since my first visit to Montreuil 18 years ago I’ve returned almost every year (not counting the recent Covid-related gap) but it had taken me a while to get the true feel of the place when my wife and I spontaneously joined the local residents’ annual street parade on the eve of Bastille Day Surrounded on all sides by smiling and friendly Montreuillois we marched along the ancient cobbles to the sounds of drums Being unquestionably accepted as part of the festive procession gave me a strong the site of one of France’s largest brocantes (flea markets) With stalls filling all of its streets and squares Montreuil looked a cross between a somewhat chaotic open-air art fair and a history-of-technology museum How could I not fall in love with a place like that Filed Under: Culture Click Here for SUBSCRIPTION details Want to access Geographical on your tablet or smartphone Android or PC/Mac image 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