Volunteer in Boston: Promote French Culture

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Soie: Behind the Curtain

Thursday, April 30, 2026 See More

Join us at the French Library for an exclusive preview of Soie, the stage adaptation of Alessandro Baricco’s celebrated novel, to be performed May 1–3, 2026 at the Mosesian Center for the Arts.

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Check-in, bar, and breakdown.

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Business casual

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Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:00 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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SOLD OUT - Matisse Across the Atlantic: From Paris to American Modernism

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 See More

From Paris to Boston, Professor Claude Cernuschi explores how Matisse’s radical vision of color and form shaped generations of American artists, from Rothko to Ellsworth Kelly.

Duties

Assist with setting-up, checking in guests, serving wine and clean-up

Dress Code

Business casual

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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The Monuments of Paris: Rewriting Family History

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 See More

Join us for an evening with acclaimed author Violaine Huisman as she presents her new novel, The Monuments of Paris, a sweeping exploration of family, memory, and a little-known chapter of French history during the Second World War.

Duties

Assist with check-in, bar, food prep, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

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Tuesday, May 12, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Ciné Club Series: The Double Life of Véronique by Krzysztof Kieślowski

Thursday, May 14, 2026 See More

A story of two connected lives, The Double Life of Véronique by Krzysztof Kieślowski is a must-see for lovers of European cinema and great film music.

Duties

Assist with set-up, pop-corn, check-in, bar service, break down

Dress Code

Business casual

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Thursday, May 14, 2026 5:30 PM To 9:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Library Book Sale - May 2026

Saturday, May 16, 2026 See More

Browse hundreds of books in French, with prices starting at $1 during our biannual book sale. There are not many opportunities to find French books at such a good price in the area, so don't miss your chance to stock up!

Duties

Set up, carry books and sale

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Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM To 11:30 AM 3 Points Volunteer

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Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:15 AM To 2:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Saturday, May 16, 2026 2:15 PM To 5:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Café Philo: Down to Earth by Bruno Latour

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 See More

Explore how philosophy and ecology help us rethink life on a shared planet.

Duties

Assist with set-up, check-in, wine service, and break down

Dress Code

Casual

Skills

Flexibility to assist in various capacities as needed, including moving chairs and tables.

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Art Exhibit: Cécile Ganne

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 See More

Join us for the reopening of our gallery space at the French Library, featuring French painter Cécile Ganne, a distinctive voice in Boston’s contemporary art scene.

Duties

Check in, bar service, checkout (payments)

Dress Code

Business casual, with a touch of cocktail

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 4:30 PM To 7:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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A Jazz Evening with Jacques Schwarz-Bart

Thursday, May 28, 2026 See More

Join us to celebrate the launch of Jacques Schwarz-Bart’s powerful new trio project, Resistance.

Duties

Assist with check-in, assist musician, buffet, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

Skills

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Thursday, May 28, 2026 5:00 PM To 8:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Thursday, May 28, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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June Game Club: Pictionary Night

Thursday, June 18, 2026 See More

Join us for our Pictionary night! Test your knowledge of French vocabulary as well as your drawing skills with this fun and laid-back evening!

Duties

Assist with set-up, guest check-in, assist activities, and clean-up.

Dress Code

Casual.

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM 2 Points

Bastille Day Celebration 2026

Sunday, July 12, 2026 See More

Vive la fête! Celebrate Bastille Day with us for an evening of live music, a joyful swing dance class, French delicacies, flowing drinks, and festive fun for all ages. Don’t miss Boston’s most charming summer celebration.

Duties

Assist with set-up, check-in, food prep, wine and food service, and break down

Dress Code

Festive or Business casual

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Sunday, July 12, 2026 4:00 PM To 7:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Sunday, July 12, 2026 6:00 PM To 9:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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