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Comedy Scenes Every Francophile Should Know - Part 1

Have you ever felt left out of an inside joke? Have you ever nodded along awkwardly during a conversation you didn’t know the cultural reference…

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Event Recap: Member Reopening Events

The time you have all been waiting for has arrived! The doors at 53 Marlborough Street are open again. On May 6 and 7 we…

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It's the presidential election year in France!

It's the presidential election year in France! Next week we will discuss the results and the French campaign with former French diplomat and author of…

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The History and Culture of Provence

In two weeks we are offering a special Provence wine tasting and dinner. This prompted me to tell you a bit more about this region.…

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Spring into the Season with These Five White Wines from France

Today we welcome Nicole Muscari as our guest blogger! Nicole is originally from Rochester, NY, but has been living in New York City since 2013.…

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4 Places to Pause in Paris

Paris is beautiful, exhilarating, historic, enchanting….and exhausting! Whether you choose to take the metro around town or explore on foot, there is no doubt you…

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Your Class Questions Answered!

The French Library/Alliance Francaise is THE place to learn French in Boston. We have a stellar staff, proven immersive method, and a number of ways…

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Warrior Women: Heroines of the Haitian Revolution

The Haitian Revolution began with slave uprisings in 1791 and finally ended after much bloodshed and incredible bravery with the defeat of the French in…

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A Message from Our New Youth Programs Manager

A message from Alan Gómez, our new Youth Programs Manager!

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Why you should read Le Malade Imaginaire

The first Molière play I ever saw was Le Malade Imaginaire. The performance took place at my local theater in Brest, France: “Le Quartz, scène…

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Upcoming Events

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English Book Club - Émile Zola

In-person, Indoor Event in English

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Join us at the French Library for a conversation on The Belly of Paris by Émile Zola. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on April 21st, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us for our popular members-only conversation gathering.

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Don’t miss a rare Boston appearance by Prix Goncourt–winning author Marie NDiaye, one of the most acclaimed voices in contemporary French literature. In conversation with Shuchi Saraswat, she will discuss her latest novel in English The Witch.

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