If you want another opportunity to network with fellow expats in France then check out Survive in France. This website is built on the Ning system, it allows you to create places where people can take part in discussions, chat and upload pictures. Another good example of Ning in action is Landscape Juice Network run by Phil Voice. The Ning system is a great way to create a community around specific topics

Survive in France so far seems to be a very popular site. It has only been online for a few months but already has 180 members.