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Three Ways to Experience Haitian Culture in Boston
The Francophone world is vast and includes countries and regions in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America, including the Caribbean. One of the Francophone countries…
Read MoreBandes Dessinées for All Readers on Hoopla: Part 3
If you’ve read parts one and two of this bandes dessinées recommendations series, you’ll have an idea of just how varied the stories and art…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Jordan L. Golding
Honorary Trustee, Jordan L. Golding passed away on August 8, 2021. Jordan was a Trustee of the French Library from 1980 until 2003 and was involved in guiding the organization’s finances and investment decisions.
Read MoreBandes Dessinées for All Readers on Hoopla: Part 2
Bandes dessinées are a great way to enrich your enjoyment of French, both as a native speaker and as a French learner! This style of…
Read MoreCoquillages and Cocktails
The season of summer begs for long days outside, especially with a cold drink by your side. If you are anything like me, you love…
Read MoreAdd a French Touch to Your New England Getaway
Are you dreaming of visiting France from the comfort of New England this summer? If you need a bit of inspiration for your staycation, we…
Read MoreA Reflection on Bastille Day and an Exciting Year Ahead for the French Library
In our latest message from President and Executive Director, Barbara Bouquegneau, she looks back on Bastille Day and looks forward to the exciting year ahead for the French Library.
Read MoreEvent Recap: Bastille Day at La Voile Brookline
On July 14, 2021, Bastille Day was back at the Center! Ok, so there was no block party on Marlborough Street but we did hold…
Read MoreLa Fête nationale / Bastille Day
Each year, French people all around the world celebrate la Fête nationale on July 14, which they often call le quatorze juillet. This French national…
Read MoreCrafting the Perfect Bastille Day Menu
The Center’s Bastille Day celebration has been a decades-long summer staple in the Back Bay neighborhood. La Fête Nationale, celebrated on le quatorze juillet, marks…
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