Club Announcements

Wednesday 23 January 2012 19h30
http://www.americanlibraryinparis.org/
An evening with

Kati Marton

Author of Paris: A Love Story, a new memoir of her late husbands,
Peter Jennings and Richard Holbrooke. Her other books
include Hidden Power: Presidential Marriages That Shaped Our
History and Enemies of the People: My Family’s Journey to America
The Paris they knew.
In association with the American Club of Paris.

The American Club of Paris
wishes everyone a Happy Holiday Season!

Open to the AmCham community

http://www.amchamfrance.org/theme91.php?idevent=769

Subject : Join us for an evening with M Olivier Giscard d'Estaing

Speakers : M Olivier Giscard d'Estaing - former member of the French Parliament and Founding Dean of INSEAD (France)

Participants :

Location : les salons de Nouveau Cercle de l'Union 33 rue du Faubourg Saint Honore, Paris 75008

Conditions : Open to the AmCham community

The American Chamber of Commerce in France

in partnership with

The INSEAD Alumni Association France

Presents

Olivier Giscard d’Estaing,

“Visions for the Future • Visions de L’Avenir”

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012
6-8pm

les Salons de Nouveau Cercle de l’Union*
33 rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré,

Paris 75008

M Giscard d’Estaing will speak about his book, Le Réveil des Peuples, Chroniques d’un demi-siècle 2025-2075
Olivier Giscard d’Estaing is a Former Member of the French Parliament and Founding Dean of INSEAD (France)

*ties are obligatory for gentlemen

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To sign up for the event:
http://www.amchamfrance.org/theme2.php?id=769

The American Club of Paris wishes everyone a very
Happy and Safe Thanksgiving!!!

L’Ambassadeur A. SIEFER-GAILLARDIN
Président
France-Amériques

Monsieur Olivier LAFOURCADE
Président
Association des Amis du Mexique en France

ont le plaisir de vous inviter à la présentation du spectacle de la Compagnie de Danse
“MEXICO” Compania de danza folklorica

« XANTOLO – LA TOUSSAINT AU MEXIQUE »

Lundi 22 octobre 2012 à 19h
à France-Amériques 9 avenue Franklin Roosevelt 75008 – Paris

Le carnaval traditionnel de la fête des morts dans la ‘Huasteca Hidalguense’ est plein de poésie et de mysticisme. Les villageois se couvrent le visage avec des masques afin que « la mort » ne les reconnaisse pas. Chaque famille prépare un autel avec des offrandes spécifiques, afin de cohabiter avec leurs bien-aimés et perpétuer la flamme de vie entre les vivants et les morts. Les fleurs de San Antonio et de zempazuchitl sont indispensables dans le rituel des mariages huastèques qui ont lieu très souvent à cette époque.

Vous êtes invités à connaître ce rituel plein de magie inscrit depuis 2008 par l’UNESCO dans la Liste représentative du patrimoine culturel immatériel de l’humanité.

Le spectacle sera suivi d’un verre amical mexicain

Membres FA/AAMF : 25 euros couple 40 euros Non-membres : 35 euros couple 60 euros
Etudiant : 15 euros
Paiement en ligne : www.france-ameriques.org puis rubriques « Événements »
ou Bulletin à retourner avec le règlement à l’ordre de « France Amériques » 9, avenue Franklin Roosevelt 75008 Paris avant le 17 octobre 2012
9 AVENUE FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT - 75008 PARIS
Tel;: 01 43 59 51 00 – FAX 01 40 75 00 97
E-Mail: france-ameriques@wanadoo.fr
www.france-ameriques.org

Hello,

We are delighted to invite you to an exceptional Annual Evening Gala of AmCham France.

The event will be held at the prestigious Private Governor’s Residence at the Hôtel des Invalides next October 19, 2012 (parking inside the Invalides – that’s a rare one in Paris)

The evening will start with a VIP cocktail under the auspices of U.S. Ambassador Charles Rivkin.

High-level guests already confirmed include: Lieutenant Général Bruno Clément-Bollé, Paul Kavanagh, Ambassadeur d’Irlande, Rachida Dati, Maire du 7e and U.S. Permanent Representative to U.N.E.S.C.O., Ambassador David Killion.

The program for the evening will feature:

A fashion show by Franck SORBIER, couturier, membre de la Chambre syndicale de Haute Couture et Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
A silent auction with contributions from :
Roland Garros (BNP Paribas)
Tiffany & Co.
JW Marriott Dubai
Le Bristol
And an art auction, curated by Doris Kloster
(A catalogue will be distributed to invitees)

The Cocktail will be followed by a “soirée dansante” at the dance floor of the Salons of the Invalides with live music. Elegant attire required! (Long dress optional)

We expect to welcome 200 – 300 members of the AmCham community.

We hope that we can count on your presence, as well as your peers, members & network. So please forward them this invitation.

We thank you for mobilizing your business/alumni network for this event.

Thank you,

Van

Vancheng D. KHOU
Events & Administrative Manager
Email: vancheng.khou@amchamfrance.org
Direct line: + 33 (1) 5643.4566

amchameveningattheinvalidesoct192012.pdf

AmCham France
77 rue de Miromesnil 75008 Paris
Homepage: www.amchamfrance.org
Switchboard: + 33 (1) 5643.4567
Fax: + 33 (1) 5643.4560
Member of the AmCham Network

U.S. Election Countdown Less Than 40 Days to Vote !

Here are some useful tips on registering and voting by absentee ballot.

Q. Can I vote in-person at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate on Election Day?
There are no provisions for voting machines at U.S. embassies or consulates. You may not go to the embassy on Election Day to vote the way you do at home. You may only vote from abroad by using by mail absentee ballots.

Q. How do I register to vote, or apply for a by-mail absentee ballot?
To ensure that your ballot is counted, you must register now! Don’t wait or it will be too late.
You may register and request an absentee ballot with a single form: The Federal Post Card Application. This application form is accepted by all States and territories. Hard copies of the form can be obtained from a U.S. embassy or consulate by contacting us. Visit the Federal Voting Assistance Program website for further details. U.S. embassy and consular officials can witness election materials (if required), and provide other absentee voting assistance and information.

Q. When should I receive my by-mail absentee ballot?
States and territories are required to mail ballots 30 to 45 days before an election. If you have not received your ballot 30 days (October 6, 2012) before the election, contact your local election official (contact information available on most State election sites) or contact us. We can provide you with a back-up Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot.

Always complete and return your regular absentee ballot regardless of when you receive it, even if you have already submitted a back-up Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot. Your local election official will ensure that only one of the ballots is counted.

United States Embassy
American Citizen Services Unit
4, avenue Gabriel
75382 Paris Cedex 08
France

Website: http://france.usembassy.gov/

The Federal Voting Assistance Program:
http://www.fvap.gov/

U.S. Embassy Paris, France

Security Message for U.S. Citizens

Increased Vigilance

Attacks on U.S. Embassies and Consulates on September 11, 2012


September 14, 2012


Given recent events in Libya, Yemen, and Egypt, the U.S. Mission to France and Monaco encourages all U.S. Citizens living in or visiting France and Monaco to review their personal security measures and adjust those measures as appropriate.

Although at this time there is no credible or specific threat to U.S. Citizens in France or Monaco or our diplomatic staff and facilities, a periodic reassessment and adjustment of your security habits and practices is always a good idea. We encourage all U.S. Citizens in France and Monaco to exercise common sense security measures. Be especially cautious if you must enter areas where you may be easily identified as a target of crime or violence. These include crowded subways, train stations, elevators, tourist sites, market places, festivals, and crime-ridden neighborhoods. Avoid public demonstrations and other civil disturbances.

If at any time you feel threatened or in danger, please call the French authorities immediately by dialing 1-1-2 for emergency service response from French police, rescue, and fire departments.

The State Department issued a Worldwide Caution on July 18, and we would like to take this opportunity to remind U.S. Citizens in France and Monaco that the U.S. government remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations, and other violent actions against U.S. Citizens and interests overseas.

Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including local events, monitor local news stations for updates, and report specific incidences of violence targeting U.S. Citizens to the U.S. Embassy in Paris at the numbers below. Maintain a high level of vigilance and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security. For additional information, please refer to "A Safe Trip Abroad.”

We strongly recommend that U.S. Citizens traveling to or residing in France and Monaco to enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the Embassy or nearest consulate to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Regularly monitor the Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for France and Monaco. Contact the embassy for up-to-date information on travel restrictions. You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and download our free Smart Traveler iPhone App to have travel information at your fingertips.

The U.S. Embassy in Paris is located on Avenue Gabriel near the Place de la Concorde, and is open from 9 AM to 4:30 PM. If you are a U.S. Citizen in need of urgent assistance, the emergency number for the Embassy is (33) (0)1 43 12 22 22.



United States Embassy

American Citizen Services Unit

4, avenue Gabriel

75382 Paris Cedex 08

France

Telephone in France: 01 43 12 22 22

Telephone from U.S.: (011 33) 1 43 12 22 22

Website: http://france.usembassy.gov

American Citizen Services: e-mail - citizeninfo@state.gov

Passports and Citizenship: e-mail - passportsparis@state.gov

The American Club of Paris wishes everyone a very happy new year!!!

This event will include the same distinguished panel of speakers as planned for December.
They will bring their expertise to the most pressing investment concerns of Americans living abroad.

Thomas Coleman, PHD: A leading expert on the subject of risk management.
Ciaran O’Hagan: Head of Interest Rate Research at Societe Generale, Paris, focus on bonds
Edmund Shing, PHD: Head of European Equity Strategy at Barclay’s Capital, London; equity strategy
Grant Rogers: Founder of Metis Capital Management LLC, Rye, New York; yield investment
Phillippe Dardier: Director at Alternativa, Paris; ISF tax reduction investment strategies

Further biographies of the speakers are available on the website of Metis Capital Management: www.metiscap.com

Date: Saturday, January 14, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Place: Theatre Adyar, 4 Square Rapp, 75007 Paris
Metro: Ecole Militaire, Pont d’Alma (RER C), Bus: 80, 92, 42, 69, 87

Cost: AARO and; American Club of Paris members €15; non-members €20; payable online at aaro.org or send your check to:
AARO, 34 avenue de New York, 75116 Paris
AARO office phone number 01 47 20 24 15

For those who have paid for the Dec. 3 event and cannot attend the Jan. 14 event, please contact:
Roberta Beardsley, roberta@speedfish.com, T. 01 40 26 01 90, who will arrange for your reimbursement.

Dear Friends and Fellow American Club Members,

Much is written about the importance of this great holiday, so I will be brief.

Benjamin Franklin, the forefather of our Club, thought that the turkey should be the national emblem and not the eagle for reasons to long to repeat here. But whether you will be celebrating with friends and family at home today or with the American Club of Paris on Friday evening, the turkey, dressing and all that goes with it reminds us all of how much we have to be thankful for.

Aside from all the obvious things, I am grateful for the efforts that our volunteers and Committee Members put in to keeping our Club vibrant.

On behalf of the Club's Executive Committee, I wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving.

Joe Smallhoover
President