by MerciSF | 11-12-2024 | Education, Schools, Settle In Bay AreaInternational EducationSan Francisco
– sponsored content – The International School of San Francisco, formerly known as French-American International School, stands as much more than an educational institution—it’s a thriving international community where diverse cultures converge, enriching... 
by MerciSF | 22-11-2024 | Education, Schools, Settle In Bay AreaBilingual SchoolInternational Education
Finding the right Middle School among a crowded landscape of offerings can be a real challenge for rising sixth grade families. For those seeking an internationally-minded school with strong academics and a focus on critical thinking, set within a diverse, supportive... 
by MerciSF | 8-08-2024 | News, Settle In, Sport / Health, Visit, Wander Bay AreaOutdoorPoolsSan FranciscoSummer fun
It’s always summer somewhere in the Bay Area…. outside San Francisco! Discover our 2024 selection of outdoor swimming pools in the San Francisco Bay Area. As the summer season arrives, these pools offer the perfect retreat for relaxation and recreation... 
by MerciSF | 19-07-2024 | Agenda, News, See All Bay AreaOlympics GamesParis 2024
As the world turns its eyes to the City of Light for the 2024 Paris Olympics, there’s no better time to join the celebration! From lively watch parties to engaging events, discover the best spots and activities to enjoy the Olympic spirit and cheer on your... 
by MerciSF | 22-06-2023 | Agenda, News, See All Bastille DayBay AreaFranceFrench TraditionJuly 14thSan Francisco
Immerse yourself in the heart of the celebration of July 14th (known as Bastille Day in the United States) in the San Francisco Bay Area, where French National Day is enthusiastically honored. While the traditional kermesse organized at Embarcadero by the Official... 
by Vanessa Lotoux-Macias | 5-06-2023 | Clothing, News, Shopping Bay AreaClothingFashionPre-lovedSecondhandSustainable
The textile industry is the second most polluting industry in the world after the oil industry with a contribution of 3 to 10% to global CO2 emissions*. The surge of “Fast-Fashion” in recent decades has had devastating consequences on the environment and on the... 
by MerciSF | 4-01-2022 | Food, Papilles, Shopping 2022Bay AreaEpiphanyFrench TraditionKings CakeSan Francisco
Here is a list of places to find King’s cakes (aka Galette des Rois) in San Francisco Bay; this dessert is a French tradition that marks the end of the holiday season. The official day to eat the famous cake is January 6th, the day of Epiphany, but most French... 
by MerciSF | 2-09-2021 | News, Settle In, Sport / Health Air QualityAppsBay AreaFires
With the Caldor Fire that prompted the evacuation of South Lake Tahoe, the 2021 fire season is indeed extreme. Here are various trackers, apps, and websites to monitor air quality due to fire according to your location or at your destination before heading out. With...
