3. Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Marcel Proust

Free

Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Combray, the first chapter of Marcel Proust's Du côté de chez Swann. Read only this chapter of one of the greatest books of all time and the ultimate French classic. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on October 11th, from 6.00 PM to 7.30 PM. Le club des lecteurs is for those who regularly read en français and for those who are reading in French for the first time!

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Talks & Discussions

The Monuments of Paris: Rewriting Family History

An Author Talk with Violaine Huisman

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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.

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Virtual Event: Ann Scott in Conversation

Presented in partnership with Harvard Bookstore

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Join us off-site at Harvard Book Store for a conversation with French author Ann Scott, winner of the 2023 Prix Renaudot, for the release of her cult novel Superstars.

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Performing Arts & Screenings

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

DISCUSSION WITH MICHAEL WARTOFSKY

Thursday, May 14, 2026

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.

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