Posted by: Jane - Mon-19-10-2015, 23:04 PM
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Hi, We've visited Montmorillon quite a few times. Just in the process of buying a house in La Trimouille, so quite interested to know what goes on in the area etc. I shall be reading the threads for a catch up.
Has anyone seen on their travels, supermarkets, casinos, nightclubs etc, what I call a change machine?
This strange beast is quite common sight in and around London but I can't find one out here for love nor money.
Before anyone asks, it's a tallish machine that you pour your accummulated copper coins into and they get transformed into something more handy and substantial.
I only ask because Madame Admiral has a pathological dislike of loose change, especially in small denominations, and has been hoarding the damn stuff in over-sized whisky bottles & etc. Not that we touch the stuff. Whisky that is...
HELP!!! I need a skip (or something similar).
Ive had a trawl around the internet and drawn a blank.
There must be something avail in the Monty area.
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
We are hoping to start the renovation of our property in Feb/Mar 2016 - does anyone have a static caravan or large touring caravan that they are looking to sell
thanks
Annette and Andy
Back in the UK I worked as a Yoga and Pilates teacher - and I am now registered in the French system so can start teaching again.
I have recently taken over the Yoga class in Adriers, Tuesdays at 17.45-19.00, at the Salle Polyvalente, a lovely big, warm open space. The class is popular but there is room for more!
I joined the class when we first arrived here because I really liked the calm atmosphere and all the relaxation. The exercises were not too challenging and the result was a feeling of refreshment and well-being. When the teacher moved away this Summer, the group was unable to find a replacement and so I broke cover and declared myself, and here I am! I thoroughly enjoy teaching and I hope I can continue the good work of the previous Professeur.
The class aims to create flexibility, relaxation and mindful movement catering for a range of abilities including beginners, and those returning to exercise following illness or injury.
I teach in (basic) French, but I am English so would be delighted to accommodate any English speaking participants. The class is organised by the Comite de Loisirs, and the charge is around 5 euros per class, which is invoiced whenever the committee get round to it - generally termly. If you think you might like to give it a try to see if you like it, you can try 3 sessions free before committing yourself.
Most people bring their own mats, cushions and blankets, but I have a few spare ones available on request.
You are very welcome to come and join us - just let me know you are coming, and I will contact Patricia who organises everything.
I also have a well-equipped Yoga and Pilates studio at home and I would like to offer all Around Montmorillon members a one-hour private or shared lesson for no charge - please get in touch for more information on this or any of the above.
Qualifications? I originally trained as a classical dancer in the 70s - which means I am of a certain age and I understand about aches and pains!
I have an internationally recognised 200 hour Yoga Diploma.
I am also a Certified Pilates Instructor for matwork and equiment such as reformer.
There is more info about my background on my old UK website: http://www.centredself.co.uk.
Thank you for reading this far and do get in touch if you need any more information - 06 51 78 48 34
I have recently managed to register myself as an Auto-Entrepreneur (Professeur de Yoga), having taken a short course at the CCI in Montmorillon, and am now in receipt of Siret and NNI numbers, Insurance and various letters from URSSAF and RSI which give me the information I need to register myself online for tax payments. I am not sure what will happen next regarding medical cover in particular, or if I need to do anything else (apart from issue my invoices to the Comite de Loisirs) so if anyone has any further information, I should be very glad to hear it.
On the other hand, if anyone would like the benefit of my experience so far, I should be very happy to share it, such as it is!
My husband has been a member for a while and he says that he really likes Around Montmorillon as it is full or interesting, friendly and helpful people... so I thought I'd sign up too ...
We have been here for just over a year, and this Summer we helped our daughter to organise her marriage at the local Mairie followed by a Large Wedding Event at our little house - an interesting challenge that expanded our very mediocre French vocabulary in all sorts of unexpected ways! So, if anyone needs any help with getting married in France and finding caterers, bands, photographers and mobile loos for any kind of Happening, we might be able to help...maybe!!??
Posted by: Rosie - Thu-10-09-2015, 09:19 AM
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Further to our washing machine saga we have the
old washing machine to give away.
Huw spent a few hours replacing the belt
but we still cannot get it going.
It's a near new machine, looks great, Harrow
make, 6 kg, front loader.
If anybody can use it for parts or get it going
they are welcome to have it.
We are in Montmorillon on the square, just
need a hand to get it downstairs. We have a
trolley
Cheers
Rosie
Posted by: Fred - Thu-03-09-2015, 12:34 PM
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This Item Has Been Sold.
I found two little old wood burners hiding in the back of the barn, and they are looking for a good home.
They are both around 50x50x40cm, I have never used them myself but they still have ash in them so they once were used often.
Both need a bit of a clean up, but they do look in good condition and they are heavy so I would imagine they would throw out a lot of heat.
I've just seen one like the brown one on another website and they were asking €120.
I think that's a bit much myself so I would be happy to let the two go for €125 or €75 each.
Posted by: Fred - Fri-21-08-2015, 13:30 PM
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Anyone recommend a good English speaking dentist ?
We've tried a few over the years, but for various reasons we are looking for a new one. We don't mind travelling to Potiers or Limoges, we don't want to use the ones in the following places.
Posted by: Brian - Fri-21-08-2015, 10:50 AM
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I would like to go to some outdoor markets but am very confused at the differences between the classes of markets advertised on such sites as http://www.vide-geniers.org
The 3 main categories seem to be vide greniers, brocantes, and marches des puces.
I know these translate as garage sale, flea market and (confusingly) flea market. I'd be most grateful if someone could explain the difference with, perhaps, examples of what to expect at each.
I'd normally ask my French neighbours but they have decamped to foreign parts for August...
Posted by: Rosie - Wed-12-08-2015, 06:01 AM
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Hi everybody
We are in need of a washing machine repair
man in the Montmorillon area. Ifanybody
knows of someone would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Rosie and Huw
We just wanted to introduce ourselves as we have just purchased a property about 15kms from Montmorillon only last week. We are Annette and Andy from Leicestershire. There is a large renovation project to get to grips with, so if anyone has any advice or comments, please do not hesitate to post them. By the way, we have already discovered the wonderful tasting ice cream in Montmorillon!!
We are now hunting for a trailer tent or caravan to be used on site - if anyone has something that may do the job.
Thanks for reading
Posted by: Huw - Sat-01-08-2015, 13:28 PM
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Hi we are new to this site so first of all hello to you all,we are due out for our annual vacation in August and thought of buying a fridge freezer does anyone know a web site of the electrical shop in eleclerc so I could get an idea of the price thank you.
For any of you expats that fancy a holiday back in Blighty my daughter has just done a fantastic renovation on a Victorian 5 bedroom terrace cottage beside the sea at Mundesley..a seaside village in North Norfolk
5 Bedroom Victorian terrace cottage, sleeps 10, perfect for 2 families, or a group of friends or family to get together and enjoy a break by the sea. Sitting room, large family kitchen, utility and toilet on ground floor. First floor 1 king size bed, 1 twin room (with single bed and day bed), 1 bunk bed room, stunning family bathroom with w/c, sink, roll top bath and separate walk-in shower, separate w/c and sink. 2 further bedrooms on 2nd floor - 1 small double and 1 twin.
We have a holiday home near Lathus and have not had a water bill for a while. On digging around, it appears SIGEP (our water providers) are no more and have been replaced by Siveer but we've had no correspondence.
Anyone else come across an issue like this - not too sure about who should be billing us!!
It's probably a case of popping into Siveer when we're next over, but thought we'd ask around...
Posted by: Rosie - Thu-02-07-2015, 10:14 AM
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Montmorillon square fantastic location shop to lease. Large and bright 80sq metres facing onto Montmorillon square, also great cellar space for extra storage. Could suit gallery, tapas wine bar, professional offices, available from mid August. Contact owners for more information
thanks Rosie and Huw [email protected]
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