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Be Creative and Make Your Own Diorama!

While at home, let’s take this time to enjoy being creative and become artists by making a diorama. The diorama will allow you to travel…

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10 Ways to Go to France without Leaving the House

While social distancing is in full swing and kids are home from school, many of the places where parents can take their children on educational…

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Staff Spotlight

You might be familiar with our Member Spotlight highlights on our blog where we get to know our members of the Center better. Today we invite you to get to know a few of our staff members at the FCC!

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5 Online Library Collections Going Above and Beyond

While schools and libraries are closed, online collections are helping to fill the gaps in educational media. Read on for information regarding these special circumstances!…

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Monuments Historiques #2: Notre Dame de Paris

The History of Notre Dame Rumor has it that the land Notre Dame stands on was once a temple dedicated to Jupiter.  In an effort…

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Fun with French Idiomatic Expressions, Part 2

If there’s one thing that France is famous for, it has to be the delicious food! The French are known for their baguettes, cheeses, wines,…

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Free French e-books on Libby for Children and Teens

Looking for more stories to read with your children and teens from the comfort of home? Try Libby! This resource is available as an app…

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Monuments Historiques #1: L'Opéra Garnier

We all know that the Parisian cityscape is filled with beautiful architecture and landmarks.  Think the Eiffel Tower, think Arc de Triomphe, think Les Invalides.…

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Comfort food à la française

La France est reconnue pour sa gastronomie, ses chefs étoilés, ses recettes techniques et réputées incomparables. Mais saviez-vous que la France a aussi de délicieuses…

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French Language Learning, Social Distancing, and You: A List of Resources

Just because the doors are closed at the French Library doesn’t mean that we need to stop enjoying the delights of French language and culture!…

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Upcoming Events

Social & Community

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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