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- I just moved to Avignon and don't know anyone. Where do I start?
- Free things to do alone in Avignon this month
- Is there a language exchange in Avignon?
- Are there game nights in Avignon for people who come alone?
- Are there book clubs or reading groups in Avignon?
- Free library programmes in Avignon: what is on?
- Creative workshops in Avignon for people who come alone?
- What cultural events are on in Avignon?
- Are there talks or lectures in Avignon I can go to alone?
- What is on in Avignon in the next month?
- Is there an app to go to events in Avignon with other people?
- How do I get around Avignon without a car?
- Can I buy a bus ticket on board in Avignon?
- What number do I call for the police in an emergency in Avignon?
- What can I do at the public library in Avignon?
- Are there free museums in Avignon?
I just moved to Avignon and don't know anyone. Where do I start?
Go to something small and recurring rather than a big party; in Avignon we currently list 5 social, language, game, book or walking events.
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
- Let's Talk: French Conversation Workshop in Avignon — Bibliothèque Ceccano, Sat 5 Dec, 14:00, free
- Free beginners writing workshop at Avignon Puzzle library — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
- Book Club at Avignon's Bibliothèque du Puzzle — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 12 Dec, 14:00, free
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Free things to do alone in Avignon this month
Plenty: 8 free things this month in Avignon are in our listings, so you can go without spending anything.
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
- Talk: Medicine in Ancient Egypt — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 28 Nov, 15:30, free
- Literary and musical nap session at an Avignon library — Bibliothèque Paul & Alice Cluchier, Thu 3 Dec, 13:30, free
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Is there a language exchange in Avignon?
You have 2 options in Avignon, from drop-in conversation tables to weekly exchanges.
- Let's Talk: French Conversation Workshop in Avignon — Bibliothèque Ceccano, Sat 5 Dec, 14:00, free
- Free French conversation workshop at Avignon library — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
Are there game nights in Avignon for people who come alone?
Avignon has 2 open game sessions listed; 2 have a date in the coming weeks.
- Free beginners writing workshop at Avignon Puzzle library — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
- Book Club at Avignon's Bibliothèque du Puzzle — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 12 Dec, 14:00, free
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Are there book clubs or reading groups in Avignon?
Yes, we list 1 reading-group event for Avignon; most are drop-in.
- Book Club at Avignon's Bibliothèque du Puzzle — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 12 Dec, 14:00, free
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Free library programmes in Avignon: what is on?
8 library or mediatheque events in Avignon are coming up, 8 of them free.
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
- Talk: Medicine in Ancient Egypt — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 28 Nov, 15:30, free
- Literary and musical nap session at an Avignon library — Bibliothèque Paul & Alice Cluchier, Thu 3 Dec, 13:30, free
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Creative workshops in Avignon for people who come alone?
Avignon has 4 hands-on sessions coming up; working on a shared task gives you something to talk about.
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
- Free French conversation workshop at Avignon library — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
- Free beginners writing workshop at Avignon Puzzle library — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
What cultural events are on in Avignon?
We list 2 culture options in Avignon; going alone works well because you sit or walk at your own pace.
- Literary and musical nap session at an Avignon library — Bibliothèque Paul & Alice Cluchier, Thu 3 Dec, 13:30, free
- Book Club at Avignon's Bibliothèque du Puzzle — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 12 Dec, 14:00, free
Are there talks or lectures in Avignon I can go to alone?
We list 5 talks and classes for Avignon, 5 of them free.
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Talk: Medicine in Ancient Egypt — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 28 Nov, 15:30, free
- Let's Talk: French Conversation Workshop in Avignon — Bibliothèque Ceccano, Sat 5 Dec, 14:00, free
- Free French conversation workshop at Avignon library — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 10 Dec, 14:00, free
What is on in Avignon in the next month?
8 events are listed for Avignon in the next 30 days, mostly learning (5), culture (2), social (1).
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
- Talk: Medicine in Ancient Egypt — Bibliothèque du Puzzle, Sat 28 Nov, 15:30, free
- Literary and musical nap session at an Avignon library — Bibliothèque Paul & Alice Cluchier, Thu 3 Dec, 13:30, free
Is there an app to go to events in Avignon with other people?
Use Meet & Mint: it shows events in Avignon on a map, lets you join alone and chat with the group before you meet.
- Felt and bead craft workshop, Champfleury library, Avignon — Bibliothèque Champfleury, Wed 18 Nov, 09:45, free
- Zen meditation workshop, Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Avignon — Bibliothèque Renaud-Barrault, Thu 26 Nov, 10:00, free
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How do I get around Avignon without a car?
Orizo, the Grand Avignon transport network, runs tram line T1 to Saint Chamand, the Rocade, Saint Ruf, the train and bus stations, and the city centre of Avignon.
Can I buy a bus ticket on board in Avignon?
Orizo's ticket page lists buying from the driver as an option, but only for the single-journey ticket.
What number do I call for the police in an emergency in Avignon?
France's official Ma Sécurité page says to dial 17 for emergencies involving a road accident, a public-order disturbance or a criminal offence needing a quick response.
What can I do at the public library in Avignon?
The city of Avignon says its Bibliothèque Ceccano offers, all year round, a cultural programme of talks, concerts, readings, shows and workshops.
Source: Ville d'Avignon
Are there free museums in Avignon?
The official Avignon tourism site has a guide to the top free museums in Avignon.
Source: Avignon Tourisme
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