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July & August 2012

The Consul General’s message

Dear French and American friends, this summer marks the final phase of preparing the third edition of France-Atlanta, the joint initiative of the Consulate with Georgia Tech which runs from October 25 to November 10. July will also include a celebration of our National Holiday. Finally, with my time here coming to an end, as I am preparing to return to the Foreign Ministry in Paris this summer, I wish to thank all of you for your welcome and the support that you have given me these last three years. It has been a pleasure to work with and for you. I wish my successor, Mr. Denis Barbet, an equally rewarding experience. Read.

News

France-Atlanta 2012

3,500 attendees participated in France-Atlanta 2010 and then again in 2011. Above all, the support and involvement of many French and Atlantan organizations have led to numerous, ambitious cooperation projects, including the strengthening of our cooperation with Georgia Tech; a deepened relationship between sister cities Atlanta and Toulouse ; an agreement (MOU) signed between Paris airports and region and the City of Atlanta to develop the two airport zones; and the artistic residencies of Pierre Gonnord, Mohamed Bourrouissa and Frédéric Druot. Encouraged by the success of the last two editions, the Consulate General of France in Atlanta and the Georgia Institute of Technology have decided to make this initiative an annual event. France-Atlanta 2012 will be held on October 25-November 10. Read.

French National Holiday 2012

While many people are packing up to leave on summer vacation, the consulate and several other French associations in the Southeast are gearing up for one of the largest celebrations of the year: the French national holiday, known as Bastille Day. In the Southeast, many activities are in the making as well, often spearheaded by our local Alliance Françaises. The consulate, as well, will host a private reception for French citizens, friends of France, and the consular corps on July 14. This event promises, as always, to be a convivial moment to thank our friends and partners and look to the future. Read.

Safety

The month of July marks the the peak of hurricane season, with the formation of hurricanes that can potentially affect the coasts of the U.S. Southeast. The risk of a hurricane in our region is high until September. Coastal areas of the Southeast region are exposed to this weather phenomenon, as is evidenced by the devastation of Katrina in Mississippi and Alabama in 2005. The climatic conditions of recent years seem to favor hurricanes, so this Consulate has launched a call for caution. Please see "your safety" of our website to find out about hurricanes and, especially, how to prepare. Read.

French-American community

Discover the many events organized in July and August by French representatives in the U.S. Southeast. Our partners, such as the local Alliances Françaises and French-American Chambers of Commerce, do an amazing job of promoting France in the area. Mark your calendars! Read.

Culture, education & science

Cultural Agenda

The cultural agenda of the Consulate General of France in Atlanta keeps you informed on the many cultural events related to France organized in the Southeast. Check it out! Read.

Educational Bulletin

Le bulletin éducatif or educational bulletin is a monthly newsletter addressed to the teachers of French providing them with pedagogical resources and various information regarding the events of educational/linguistic interest happening in the Southeast. Read (in French only).

Scientific Letter

The Scientific letter is addressed to any science lover and presents significant advances in France and the U.S. Southeast in sciences. It also lists scientific events as well as information not to be missed. Read.

Daniel Wolff, a guarantor of Francophone cultures in Atlanta

President of the Alliance Française in Atlanta, but also epicurean and passionate about rowing, culture and everything related to international, Daniel Wolff is in his element here in the capital of Georgia. With a path forged abroad between France, Germany and the US, Wolff added several strings to his bow as a multilingual engineering expert. Seduced by the American Southeast, he finally decided to move to Atlanta for the long term and to prove himself as an entrepreneur. Outside of his busy professional agenda, he invests himself fully in the activities and associations of the local French community. Read.

France up close

High-speed rail: on track for the future

Public land transportation is developing in France and throughout the world, with a growing trend toward high-speed cross-border trains, trams and regional trains. Technological innovations are increasing and French expertise, represented to a large extent by the firm Alstom, has a well-established reputation. Read.