Several expat circles and groups exist in Paris through which people can meet other expats from their own country and where others are welcome to join in.
Swedes and Norwegians: The Cercle Suédois holds an open house most Wednesday evenings starting at 18h00. Friends are welcome to come. Non-members: 8 euros. Call 01 4260 7667 to confirm details. Cercle Suédois is located at 242, rue de Rivoli. Second floor. M° Concorde. Cercle Suédois
Italians: The Italian expat community holds a "Aperitivo all'Italiana" once a month at the Le Pain Quotidien, 18, place du Marché St Honoré. Open buffet including one drink: 10 euros. Visit Italians Online for details.
Spaniards: Twice a month a dinner is organized for international Spanish speakers at a Spanish or Latin American restaurant somewhere in Paris. Email contacto@cenalatina.org for details. La Cena Latina en Paris
Dutch: Dutch speakers can share a drink with Dutch expats at "Nederlandse Borrel" gatherings held once a month. Visit Dutch in France for details.