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Host families required for French guests
ISLE families are being asked to act as hosts for guests from North Lincolnshire's twin town - Clamart in France.
The Twinning Association, which is chaired by William Eckhardt, Axholme South ward member on North Lincolnshire Council, has regular visits to the area in the south-western suburbs of Paris.
Spokesman Michele Servaud told the Bells/Advertiser: "At the last Christmas market in Clamart, the twinning group had a stall promoting its links with North Lincolnshire. They attracted a great deal of interest, especially in the sale of mince pies!
"Clamart's twinning group is very active and keen to promote good relations between our respective areas. Our own twinning association has well established links with its twinned town."
Over the years there have been several school and sports club visits, and exchanges of families.
More recently, a group of young adults from our area participated in a series of activities in the French Alps alongside their contemporaries from Clamart and three other European countries.
Michele added: "Clamart is one of the greenest suburbs of Paris, with parks, gardens and an ancient forest.
"It's only five miles from the centre of the capital and is easily accessible by air and public transport.
"The town centre is a lively hub of social and cultural activity which centres upon the town hall. It features shops, a music school, theatre, cinema, sports hall and a swimming pool."
The Twinning Association meets monthly in Scunthorpe and is now looking for new members to further develop the relationship with Clamart.
Michele added: "We would also like to appeal to North Lincolnshire residents who would be prepared to welcome families from Clamart into their homes. We expect the next visit to be during Easter bank holiday weekend."
Anyone interested in getting involved should contact 01522 888 754 or email: Michelle.servaud@yahoo.co.uk.
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