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Leisure and Culture: Activities, Exhibitions, and Must-Read Books
Find ideas for cultural activities, exhibitions to visit, books to read, and events not to miss in the cultural world.
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Sorties culturelles
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Apr 4, 2016
Pour l’instant, j’ai effectué 2 sorties culturelles : je suis allé au cinéma (le nouveau) de Riga et je suis également allé voir un évènement à la Riga Arena, le Fighting Elite. Le cinéma se trouve dans le centre de la ville, près du marché et collé au centre commercial Stockman. Etant donné que c‘est le seul cinéma de Riga, si
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Premiers pas en letton
Apr 4, 2016
C'est avec Mme Smildzina que nous apprenons le letton. Elle nous enseigne cette langue à partir de l'anglais, ce qui n'est pas toujours facile car il faut comprendre l'anglais en premier lieu. Lors de la première séance elle nous traduit notre prénom en letton et nous donne notre cahier de letton qui nous accompagne tout le semestre et qui cont
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J’ai rencontré la plupart des étudiants étrangers à la résidence étudiante du campus, puisque, malheureusement, en cours nous sommes quasiment qu’entre français (que quelques étudiants étrangers qu’on ne voit pas souvent du tout). Malgré quelques problèmes de voisinage de temps en temps, les étudiants internationaux sont sympas au
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Olimpiskais centrs Parks
Apr 4, 2016
Je vais vous parler de « l’Olimpiskais centrs Parks » un centre sportif où l’on peut trouver beaucoup beaucoup de sports !
En effet, Football, Futsal, Basket, Handball, Rugby, Beach volley( oui Beach volley avec du sable et des vraies belles filles =) ), Ping Pong etc .. sont présents dans ce centre sportif couvert bien heureusement ! Dur d
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Faire du sport à Riga
Apr 4, 2016
Riga, comme toute bonne capitale, est muni de plusieurs lieux pour pratiquer le sport. Riga possède une enceinte de sport, l’Olimpiskais sports centrs, où vous pouvez pratiquer du beach-volley, du basket ou encore du football. Mais un article étant déjà dédié à ce complexe sportif, je ne vais pas vous en dire plus. Si vous n’êtes pas a
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Concernant l’université, nous avions cinq différents sites où travailler. Cela dépendait de la matière, le plus souvent les cours se passaient à Kipsala, mais plusieurs fois dans la semaine nous devions barouder aux 4 coins de la ville pour rallier tel ou tel autre centre de cours. Parfois, nous avions jusqu’à quatre changements de site
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La politesse
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Apr 3, 2016
On se demande tous un peu comment ça marche quand on entre dans un nouveau pays. Il y a les éléments de langage bien-sûr : Bonjour, merci etc..., mais aussi la gestuelle et puis le bon moment pour le dire. Ici en Nouvelle-Zélande on est assez proche des us et coutumes anglaises, mais il y a quand même quelques petites différences. Le matin c
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Si vous êtes à la recherche d'un site où vous aurez la possibilité de faire la connaissance de personnes qui ont les mêmes passions que vous, faites un tour sur Woozgo. Par exemple, si vous êtes fan de patinage, ce réseau social vous permettra de rechercher les membres qui aiment cette activité. Qui plus est, vous retrouverez des inscrits q
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Globex company
Mar 27, 2016
Ma première semaine de boulot s'est achevée Jeudi. Ici aussi le Vendredi Saint et le lundi de pâques sont fériés. D'ailleurs au passage, les Kiwis ont 2 x plus de jours fériés qu'un parisien, ça donne à réfléchir. J'avoue que je suis tombé dans cette boite un peu par hasard, le boss me paraissait sympa et visiblement il l'est, trop dise
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C'est cher, très cher ! En plus d'avoir des procédures très sélectives, si t'as pas d'argent pour financer la procédure c'est mort. Nous sommes donc 4 avec 2 enfants de 2 et 5 ans. D'abord, je ne saurai conseiller tout candidat à venir passer 3 semaines au moins dans le pays pour s'assurer qu'il ne se trompe pas. Personnellement j'ai fait du
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Empty nest syndrome can be a very difficult time for a woman. She has given her time and energy to creating warm, happy home filled with the hustle and bustle of a growing family and suddenly the house is empty and her role as homemaker is redundant.
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Across the world, international adoptions have increased in recent years. In the UK, the number of international adoptions are low as compared to other EU nations such as France, Italy and Spain. As international adoption awareness becomes more prominent in the UK, more families will choose to adopt. These families will benefit from the guide to overseas adoption found in this article.
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Business Branding allows you to communicate the essence of your business to other people. Having a good brand identity can make your business stand out in your market and allow you to be more successful overall. There are several aspects of branding that you should explore:
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There are four options for car parking at Stansted Airport. These range from cheap car parking to using valet parking. As with any airport parking, leaving your car at Stansted is more expensive than leaving your car parked in regular garages or taking public transportation.
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A new roofing construction is indeed important to complete your house renovation or extension. This article focuses on two types of roofing material, concrete and polycarbonate. It will focus on the pros of each type of construction and then, how they weigh against each other.
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Shoes! Glorious shoes! Footwear is a vital part of any one's wardrobe regardless of what your personal style is. From trainers to dress shoes, there are several websites which allow you to create your own shoes online. On top of that, they offer very reasonable delivery times.
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The Ideal World shopping channel is part of the larger Ideal Shopping Direct Limited which was founded in the 1980s by Paul Wright and Val Kaye. In the 1980s, the name was Wrightway Marketing and the company sold items through advertisements in the Daily Mail Home Exhibition. In 1999, the shopping channel was launched with its present company name. The Ideal World was launched in 2002, and continues to sell products today.
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Indira Gandhi International Airport is named after the country’s most famous former Prime Minister. It is the major hub for air passengers in India, and within South Asia. It has plans for massive expansion by 2030. To learn all about the busiest of the Indian airports, read the guide below.
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In snooker, players must use their cue (and other pool equipment) to cue the cue ball such that the object ball travels at the appropriate angle into one of the six pockets. If one is successful at this, one gets a chance to shoot at one or more of the balls in the designated chain. This article demonstrates how large a room needs to be to house a full size snooker table.
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The St. Kitts Marriott Resort is a large resort on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts. With a selection of accommodation, a litany of food, drink and leisure options, the Marriott leaves guests in the lap of luxury on the southeast tip of the island near Conaree Bay.
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Bossier Parish Community College is a two-year community college which is located in Bossier City, Louisiana. Its academic offerings include short technical courses, associate degrees and certificate diplomas. Moreover, it also offers preparatory courses for full degree programs. This college boasts of a sprawling modern campus that has a capacity of 9,000 students.
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Ebay UK is the UK branch of the worldwide auction site Ebay. Its purpose is to allow people to buy and sell articles of a wide variety of types, either through an auction format or at a fixed price, known as "Buy it now". Buying and selling on eBay is very easy, but it can seem complicated in the beginning, Here is a guide to getting started.
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Collaborative law is a binding agreement between two parties - usually spouses in the process of a divorce. It ensures that they will work together to find a solution to the termination of their marriage, and that their lawyers will not work in such a way as to undermine the other spouse so as to secure a more preferential verdict pertaining to the divorce settlement.
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These days, with so many people busy in life, it can be hard to find time to meet that special someone. This is the reason why dating agencies have greatly increased in number, particularly on the internet. Learn more about the interracial agency, known as Interracial Dating Central.
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The British Dental Association is the biggest voluntary membership organisation in the UK that is especially designed for dentists. This article looks at what the BDA is.
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Energy is the backbone of an economy, and as energy demand across the UK keeps on escalating, so are companies finding themselves with the avid task of affording quality service to their customers at reasonable prices. Many people are thus in constant need to compare gas and electric providers across the country, so as to make an informed decision in an attempt to receive quality power at low costs. This is how to compare energy providers.
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As the nights get longer and winter's around the corner, what better way to keep those brain cells ticking than by taking a correspondence course? There are many providers and lots of different courses to choose from. This article has a look at some of the courses which you could follow through a correspondence school.
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In our 24-hour society it is important to have a news provider on whom you can rely for accurate, up-to-date information, but the choice can indeed seem to be overwhelming. This article looks at five of the best worldwide news providers. They all have a strong online presence, as well as, either a link to a rolling news station or a daily newspaper.
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Are you thinking of travelling to Hungary for your next long holiday or for a short weekend break? Are you wondering where you can find a free map of Hungary? Read the following article and find out all the interesting facts that you should know about the Hungarian maps that you will need as well as where you can find them, free of charge.
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Horse & Rider is a general purpose horse magazine that caters for people who are interested in a wide range of equestrian activities. It includes articles and features from well-known experts, news and competitions. There is a strong shop section that offers horse related items, ranging from properties with stables down to gear and horses.
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Placing a bet at a bookmaker's shop or online is becoming more popular each year. Betting companies, such as Tote Sport, continue to offer a wider selection of gambling activities to attract and maintain customers. This article outlines what is on offer when betting with Tote Sport.
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Many pool and billiards enthusiasts claim that a bar, gaming rooms, recreational center, home entertainment room or any other venue is incomplete without a pool table. However, purchasing one can be a major endeavour and investment. Therefore, it is critical to learn exactly what to look for, when buying a coin operated pool table so as to ensure that you receive the best deal.
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Are you thinking of travelling to Brisbane, Australia for your next long holiday or for a short trip? Are you wondering where you can find free Brisbane maps? Read the following article and find out all the interesting facts that you should know about the Brisbane maps that you will need and where you can find them free of charge.
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Are you one of the hundreds of millions of people who have decided to give any war films or army movies the cold shoulder? Or is it quite simply a question of liking war movies as long as they are not Iraq war movies or have anything to do with the Afghanistan war? Certainly, many pundits like to point out the relative box-office failures of this genre of film. But are they right? This article will attempt to find out.
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Travel Lodge owns numerous hotels in many popular destinations and it is mainly known for its low prices combined with quality accommodation. If you are looking for one of the best cheap hotels in Glasgow, consider staying at the Glasgow Travel Lodge hotel. In the following review, find out more about it.
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The beauty of Sri Lanka, its plantations of tea, the wild beaches and lush palm-lined tropical forests have brought tourists from all over the world there, who called the island the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean." In 2010, the New York Times named Sri Lanka the number 1 destination for a perfect holiday. This article provides you with a guide to holidays in Sri Lanka.
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The Dreams Cancun Resort on the shores of the Caribbean Sea of Mexico has won many awards for its quality and attention to detail throughout this unlimited luxury holiday destination. This resort and spa brings a new level to the luxury all inclusive holiday that can be found all along the miles of beaches in Cancun’s Riviera resort. Read the guide below to discover more about Dreams Cancun.
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Dr. Seuss's ABC is one of those books that becomes a classic simply because everybody who reads it loves it. ABC books are always popular with readers and authors alike. So, of course, an alphabet book by Dr Seuss is bound to be a success. The bonus is that many parents find that Dr Seuss's ABC actually helps their children to learn to spell and to read. Below is a review of the ABC book.
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Are you a professional translator and you often find yourself in need of help? Have you ever found yourself wondering about the meaning of a certain word which you have heard? If yes, then you already have the probably to resort to an online translation tool. If you are still wondering where you can find online translation services, then you should definitely read the following article. Find out all the interesting facts which you need to know about English to Turkish online translation tools.
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Changing your name is a relatively simple task and may be done for a variety of reasons. The most common reason for changing one's name is when going through a marriage separation. Learn how to change your name by deed poll, whether you live in the UK or in the Channel Islands.
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Set in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is the modern day land of opportunity and top location for glamorous beach hotels. With some careful planning, it's possible to find some cheap deals to Dubai. Knowing where to look will help to make that all inclusive Dubai break more affordable. For top tips on bargain exotic travel and one of the best holidays in Dubai, read the article.
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Ronald Reagan is consistently ranked as one of the most popular U.S. presidents in history. His presidential library gives the public unprecedented access to his life, his presidency and helps us to understand how he governed. The Ronald Reagan Library is a fitting tribute to the 40th President of the United States.
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How to do the robot (or mannequin) dance?This i an illusionary street dance with origins in the 1970s that attempts to imitate a dancing robot or mannequin.
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Tallahassee Regional Airport is a city owned airport, located four miles from the central business district of Tallahassee, a city in Leon County, Florida, United States. According to local media sources, the airport will be soon getting the largest and most expensive upgrade, since the $33 million passenger terminal was built in 1989.
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With the sublime weather, beautiful beaches and great outdoors lifestyle on offer, it is easy to see why Australia is attractive to many people. There has been a massive boom in the number of people packing up and heading down under to start anew. While the change in lifestyle may seem a daunting task to face, the process of getting an Australian working holiday visa is quite simple.
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It doesn't have to be April Fools day to play tricks on your fellow office workers. Any time is a good time to use humour to break up the nine to five monotony of the office and raise a smile behind the computer monitors. Here are five great ideas for office pranks.
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The Arctic circle maps the northern-most area of the Earth, and marks the extremities of the polar day and the polar night. Learn more about the Arctic circle, and the dangers of its exploration.
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While most family homes will have a well-stocked first aid kit ready in case of various accidents, not many of us have yet considered purchasing a pet first aid kit for prividing essential first aid for dogs. If you have recently bought a puppy or rescue dog, it is well worth learning about where to purchase a dog first aid kit, to be prepared.
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Spoon bending is one of the most popular and widely practised of all stage magic tricks and involves the bending and deforming of metal cutlery with little or no apparent physical force. Although many performers claim they have paranormal powers that can bend spoons, this feat is widely accepted to be an illusion. This article will discuss various ways of achieving it.
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Pruning trees is an essential gardening task done for aesthetic and production reasons. It is done according to the age of the tree and the needs of the gardener. Cutting trees is a harder task, and there is a serious difference between the way in which you treat large trees and smaller trees.
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With psychology now being one of the most popular bachelor’s degree subjects it is clear that interest in the subject is very high, and competition for careers in psychology is very keen! Clinical psychology is one possible career path for anyone holding such a degree.
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Do you have a collection of unused mobile phones gathering dust in the bottom of a drawer or cupboard that never see the light of day? You can get cash for recycling all your unused or unwanted phones, so instead of leaving them in the dark, read the guide below to discover where to recycle your mobile phones for cash.
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Yoga has greatly increased in popularity in recent years with more women than ever before taking up this form of exercise and relaxation. As you require the right clothing and accessories for making the most of a yoga class or when you are practising at home, it is worth learning about Hugger Mugger yoga products.
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The African clawed frog is the only clawed amphibian and is found in Sub-Saharan Africa, with one species found in the South East and another in the West. It is characterised by a number of claws on its feet and some other distinguishing characteristics which render it quite different from other frogs. It is a species that dwells in rivers and ponds.
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Manchester is one of England's most popular cities for nights out. So, it is full of restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines at varying prices. The city has several entertainment areas, all of which have excellent restaurants. Certain restaurants near the centre have a deservedly popular reputation, but there are many other popular restaurants with different groups of people.
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Hermit crabs are a species of crustacean that has lost its natural shell, so it has to seek discarded shells from other species, notably gastropods. The crab roams until it finds a spare shell and then enters it. The crab will discard the shell as it grows in size and seek a new one.
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Occupational therapy has a wide range of applications. It is frequently employed to tackle depression, encourage exercise and even promote independence in patients with mental, physical or emotional obstacles to overcome. Learn more about the process of occupational therapy, how it has helped so many people and the issues that it faces as a field.
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The green companies listed in this article are 20 of the best businesses in the UK that are making efforts to act in an environmentally friendly fashion. By recognising that the world in which they do business is the same world in which they live, they are taking measures to ensure that their impact doesn't produce lasting damage to the environment.
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Is there a special woman in your life that you would like to say thank you to? Are you looking for gift ideas that can say 'thank you' for you? This article provides you with some 'thank you' gift ideas for that special someone.
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Worms are a reality in most dogs and puppies at some point in their lives. Worms in puppies are very common. Parasites in dogs can lead to numerous health issues and even death. For that reason, the more you know about canine worms, the better it is for the health and wellness of your best furry friend.
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