Administrations and services Auvergne

We are immersed in American culture: literature, cinema, music, series... Moreover, when we land for the first time in the USA, we are seized by a feeling of "déjà-vu" as our retinas are so impregnated with images and sounds of this country. With its comprehensive reports on cities such as New Orleans, New York and San Francisco, its nature travelogues in Oregon and Wyoming, and its road trips on the blues road and the Pacific Highway, the quarterly Destination USA has quickly become the bible for all lovers of the States.

There's Paris, of course, the Basque coast, the Gironde, Provence and the Côte d'Azur, the châteaux of the Loire, the mountain ranges in summer and winter, but also lesser-known destinations that are just as magical... Our heritage, our landscapes, our gastronomy, our wines and our art of living continue to attract as many foreign visitors as ever. As for our regions, they are the main tourist destination for our compatriots. That's why Destination France is aimed at French readers and foreign tourists alike.

Popular with tourists from all over the world, Spain is now the third most popular destination. Whether for its beaches, its heritage, its lifestyle, its gastronomy or its festive and avant-garde spirit, Spain never ceases to fascinate. Every three months, the bi-media Destination Spain highlights all the facets of a creative, spectacular and endearing Spain with reports from all over the country and breathtaking images.

Among the latest press titles in the field: Van Trip. A new title that The Little Wise Guy discovered with great pleasure when it was released in April 2021. This brand new quarterly magazine is entirely dedicated to the return in force of a very independent way of travelling: the vanlife. On the program: escapades in France and abroad, travel experiences, practical information and many tests to travel closer to nature and in total freedom. Van Trip is available on newsstands or at www.turbulencespresse.fr

Residents can go to the Mairie for all civil status formalities, such as requests for birth, marriage or death certificates. Extracts or copies of civil status certificates are issued in less than five working days. To request a family record book, you need to make an appointment with the Civil Status Department. The town hall also offers services for children, young people, senior citizens, the economy, the environment, transport, culture and leisure.

Just behind the Jaude center, on the very pleasant Aragon Square, this media library offers a wide selection of documents of all kinds; press, readers, novels, music, computers, movies, a whole story for children. It also offers reading evenings and an excellent program of animation, media education. There is an exchange of seeds, some beautiful sustainable development initiatives. The subscription card allows you to consult all the media in the Metropole. The books are not always very intuitive, but the staff is available and welcoming.

The radio station is very popular in the region, both on air and online. Editorial news starts at 6am. The programming is punctuated by flagship shows such as 6-9, the morning show that discusses everyday issues. Every day, listeners are offered practical information, good deals and outings. At 4pm, the H2O program, which has been on air for over 30 years, deals with environmental and nature issues. An excellent travel companion!

Inspired by the program of the same name on France 5, Échappées Belles magazine focuses on meeting and discovering others through travel. Curiosity, tolerance, sharing and respect for different cultures are the key values of this quarterly. With the participation of presenters Sophie Jovillard, Ismaël Khelifa and Jérôme Pitorin, Échappées Belles introduces readers to superb destinations in France and around the world, with numerous sections dedicated to heritage, crafts, gastronomy and nature. Available on newsstands and at www.turbulencespresse.fr

Many French people visit Italy every year, and are among the leaders in the Italian tourist market. And what can we say about the Italian diaspora in France, except that some 4 million French people are of Italian descent... The ties between the two countries are particularly strong, and in France Italian culture is everywhere: in cuisine, art, sport, cinema, music and literature. So it's hardly surprising that Direction Italy has established itself as the media of reference for this fascinating destination!

Helping you discover the world in a fun and intelligent way is the aim of Vasco Editions, who, with Destination Europe, are launching their sixth travel title in 2022. A fervent advocate of slow tourism and respect for the countries we visit, Destination Europe also wants us to experience the wonderful idea of European unity. What better way to understand people and their cultures than through travel? History, heritage, culture or even gastronomy, no area will be neglected.

Our team welcomes you in a playground of 760 m ², playful, of course, but also pedagogical because designed on the subject of endangered animals. Your cabbage will thus discover the story of Acoran the lynx and his friends, Basco the bear, Zelie the turtle and Athena the owl. The 4- to 12-year-olds will be happy with forty activities of choice, trampoline, jungle bridge, ball guns… while the toddlers will awake their psychomotor capacities throughout a multi-activity course. Parents are not forgotten, a relaxing corner is dedicated to them with WLAN, magazines, TV and snack. It's the ideal place to organize all your events, from birthday tasters with themed private space, recreational afternoons, Christmas trees and shows.

Founded in 1919, La Montagne is a venerable, modern old lady, sitting atop the Groupe Centre France, an empire that includes other dailies(Le Populaire du Centre, Le Journal du Centre, Le Berry Républicain), regional weeklies, news websites, printing and advertising agencies, and more. A mastodon that covers the entire Massif Central. Local news is covered extensively on the pages of La Montagne, but also on the web, with a site backed up by a strong presence on social networks. A pillar of the PQR.

Association of ethnological research working on intangible oral heritage, in particular with regard to beliefs. Themes studied by this association founded in 1986: traditional and popular religious forms, beliefs and superstitions, traditional and popular therapeutic, arts, crafts and crafts. Several projects and achievements underway: permanent exhibitions «witchcraft - medicine in Auvergne», continuation and transcription of investigations into beliefs in rural faire

This attractive ^mid-19th century château was built by the Teyras de Grandval family to take advantage of the exceptional view of the Chaîne des Puys. A century and a half later, the Vincent family, well-known caterers in Vichy, took over the premises to host weddings, business events, cocktails and ceremonies. It has to be said that this is an ideal location. There's a solution for every budget. A number of simply furnished rooms in the château and its outbuildings can accommodate guests after the party.

The ESCO Wesford group provides teaching from Bac +2 to Bac +5, in classical rhythm or alternating, under a professionalization or apprenticeship contract. Recognized for the quality of its courses, teaching facilities and personalized follow-up of students, this school also relies on its partnerships with companies. It offers BTS (communication, MUC, NRC, management accounting...), Bachelor and MBA (communication-marketing, human resources, finance accounting). Before making their choice, open days allow baccalaureate holders and their parents to learn a little more before throwing themselves into the big bath.

The Clermont-Ferrand agglomeration includes 21 municipalities: Aubière, Aulnat, Beaumont, Blanzat, Cébazat, Ceyrat, Chamalières, Châteaugay, Clermont-Ferrand, Cournon d'Auvergne, Durtol, Gerzat, Le Cendre, Lempdes, Nohanent, Orcines, Pérignat-lès-Sarliève, Pont-du-Chateau, Romagnat, Royat and Saint-Genès-Champanelle. On its website, you will find all the information you need: environment, accommodation, transportation, assistance, work, it is full of useful information for your daily life.

Moulins also offers a wide range of cultural and tourist activities, including museums such as the Centre National du Costume de Scène, the Musée de la Visitation, the Musée de l'Illustration Jeunesse, the Musée Anne de Beaujeu, the Musée du Bâtiment, the Maison Mantin and the Triptyque du Maître de Moulins.

Here you'll find a whole range of personal services to make your life easier: housework, childcare, DIY, gardening... Professionals are on hand to meet your needs, whether they be occasional or regular, for people who have lost their independence, for people leaving hospital, or to take care of day-to-day tasks if you want to devote your time to other things. Thanks to the agency's accreditation, you can benefit from a 50% tax reduction on the sums paid. The agency offers telephone assistance, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Because we don't choose when we are going to get sick, SOS Médecin intervenes, every day and 24 hours a day, whether it's for small sores or more important ailments that can't wait. Your doctor doesn't consult (it's late or it's Sunday and he's not on call): whether it's for you or your child, call SOS Médecins for a visit to your home or a 24-hour consultation. Municipalities covered by SOS Médecins: Aubière, Aulnat, Beaumont, Blanzat, Cébazat, Ceyrat and Boisséjour, Chamalières, Châteaugay and Pompignat, Clermont-Ferrand, Cournon-d'Auvergne, Durtol, Gerzat, Lempdes, Nohanent, Pérignat-lès-Sarliève, Romagnat and OPME, Royat.

An original and innovative concept in the city centre, the Nice & Bristol service residence is neither a retirement house nor a residential home but a residential residence that welcomes a clientele of independent seniors, either alone or as a couple, in a very high standard of living, which, from the studio to the 3 pieces, combines comfort, security, conviviality and independence. With 41 air-conditioned apartments spread out on the third floor in 10 studios, 25 apartments 2 rooms and 6 apartments 3 rooms. All apartments (with balcony for some) have been completely renovated, the sound and thermal insulation (walls, windows, floors, ceilings) has been adjusted to ensure maximum comfort. All rooms are accessible by lift and have many facilities. You are totally independent in a secure environment with attentive, available and respectful staff who meet your expectations (housekeeping, taxi reservations, hairdresser, manicure, administrative procedures, audio, video, hi-fi, laundry…). The Bar-Club Tea lounge Le Bristol is a place of relaxation with its home cinema, fireplace, and welcomes residents and guests. The restaurant-receptions room overlooks the terrace, which is very popular in the beautiful season. The spa, steam bath and sauna await therapy and fitness enthusiasts. Extra!