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6 out of 8 smoke detectors useless
SIX out of the eight most popular smoke detectors sold in France do not work properly, if at all. The majority of models either did not detect fires or detected them too late.
There were more than 10…
Plant exchange near Périgueux
Gardeners in the Dordogne are invited to trade their plants, cuttings, seeds, produce and preserves on October 18
Charity ball for cancer support
Cancer Support France is hosting a ball at the Château de Vaudezert near Juvigny-sous-Andaine in the Orne on October 17
Art inspired by Shakespeare works
Paintings and sculptures inspired by the work of Shakespeare go on display in Tours in October
One-euro book sale near Ruffec
Charity book, CD and DVD sale takes place on October 4 in Clussais-la-Pommeraie, near Ruffec
Prize pumpkins in Mayenne pub
Pumpkin-growers from across Pays de la Loire descend on a traditional pub in the Mayenne on October 3 to do battle
Cat-lovers unite for gala event
Les Amis des Chats celebrates World Animal Day with a seven-course gala dinner and awards ceremony on October 3
Volunteers sought for SOS helpline
SOS Help, the English-language counselling service, is appealing for more volunteers to man the helpline
Making the most of life in Brittany
Annual fair on “living, working and enjoying life in Brittany” at the Palais des Congrès in Pontivy on October 9 and 10.
Murder mystery for drama troupe
Franco-British theatre group in the Midi-Pyrénées performs two murder mysteries on October 2 and 3