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Barbara Bouquegneau Appointed Executive Director of The French Library

The French Library is proud to announce that Barbara Bouquegneau has been appointed its Executive Director. Bouquegneau comes to the position with nearly 20 years…

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L'auteur du mois : Hervé Tullet

Avec Hervé Tullet (1958- ), lire, c’est un jeu. L’auteur, qui vient de Normandie, crée des albums colorés et innovants pour les petits depuis 1994.…

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L'auteur du mois : Yasmina Khadra

Yasmina Khadra (1955 - ) est le nom de plume de Mohammed Moulessehoul, un écrivain algérien. Officier dans l’armée algérienne, il a voulu protéger son…

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New movies at the Library

One of the most popular collections at our Library just happens to be one of my personal favorites: movies, documentaries, and TV shows for kids…

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Concours Proxima

Aspiring astronauts and fans of Le Petit Prince: here's your chance to send your stories into space! Faites voyager vos histoires dans l'espace ! In…

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L'auteur du mois : Émile Jadoul

Emile Jadoul (1963-) est un écrivain belge qui crée les livres doux et amusants pour les petits. Après ses études à l’Ecole de Beaux-Arts de…

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L'auteur du mois : Annie Ernaux

Je n’ai pas cherché à m’écrire, à faire œuvre de ma vie : je me suis servie d’elle, des évènements, généralement ordinaires, qui l’ont traversée,…

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Most borrowed at our Library in 2016

Is one of your resolutions for 2017 to bring out your inner rat de bibliothèque (bookworm)? Have you been putting off watching a movie without…

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Ce n'est qu'un au revoir!

Dear Friends, A few months ago, I presented my resignation from the position of Executive Director and President of the French Library. After eight wonderful…

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L'auteur du mois : Mario Ramos

Je recherche la simplicité (qui demande parfois beaucoup de travail). L’album pour enfants parle aussi aux adultes, d’où l’importance des différents niveaux de lecture. De…

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Upcoming Events

(SOLD OUT) Wine Seminar - Liberté & Independence - A Transatlantic Wine Tasting

Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Whether you're a beginner or an expert, our series is tailored to provide a deeper understanding of French wines, refine your wine-tasting skills and vocabulary, and foster confidence in conversations, selections, and pairings. We will provide you with an authentic French perspective and access to a splendid array of quality wines.

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Intimate Cooking Class with Chef Lamia: Moroccan Mezze & Market

GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY

Thursday, July 30, 2026

The French Library is delighted to present this cooking class from our Gastronomy & Wine program. Guided by excellence, this program is designed to educate you in the fine art of cooking and flavors.

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Wine Seminar: The Best of French Summertime Wines

GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

An elegant wine education series exploring France’s most important regions through the lens of culture, tradition, and taste. Each class embraces a region and incorporates a book as a narrative guide - framing the wines, places, and people that shaped France’s enduring wine culture. Across the series, we’ll move through key French regions in a cohesive tasting journey, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers a deeper, more intuitive understanding of French wine, guided by storytelling, expert insight, and shared conversation.

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