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Meet Chef Alain Lenôtre, Son of Legendary French Chef Gaston Lenôtre

Virtual Author Talk in English

The French Library is delighted to welcome Chef Alain Lenôtre to discuss the new edition of the bestseller FRENCH PASTRIES AND DESSERTS BY LENÔTRE.

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Curated Tasting and 5 Course Dinner By French Sommelière Alexandra Charpentier of Winemak'Her Bar

In-Person event in English at la Voile Brookline

For our last tasting of the year we offer you a traditional French holiday meal and wine pairing from the appetizer to the dessert!

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Conversation with French Star Journalist and Bestselling Author Anne Sinclair

Virtual Author Talk in English

The French Library is honored to welcome iconic journalist and bestselling author Anne Sinclair for the American release of her book, In the Shadows of Paris.

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FCC Travel Club: Holiday Edition!

IN-PERSON Member EVENT AT LA VOILE BROOKLINE

Do you enjoy traveling to France and other French-speaking places? If so, join us for Travel Club. This month invite you to discover the festive region of Alsace where we'll learn more about the area AND partake in a wine tasting!

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Study in France Info Session

ONLINE INFO SESSION IN ENGLISH

Learn all about our language immersion program in partnership with the Accent Français language school in France!

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Book Club: Les Contes du Chat Perché

ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH

Join us in reading Les Contes du Chat Perché by Marcel Aymé for the library's book club en français!

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Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration at La Voile Brookline

In-person standing tasting in English and in French

This event is sold out.

Every third Thursday in November, France celebrates Le Beaujolais nouveau. Join us at La Voile Brookline to taste the 2021 millésime from Georges Duboeuf, the best known Beaujolais nouveau wine maker.

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French winter antidote: croissant et chocolat chaud

In person Baking Event in French

Don’t you wish you could take a bite of a “just out of the oven” real French croissant, beurré à souhait and dip it in your morning coffee? Make your dream come true by rolling up your sleeves and join to Sonia to learn how to make delicious French croissants.

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Alors... Conversation Group

Online event in French

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

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Beginner Alors... Conversation Group

ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH

Seeking opportunities to speak French but just a beginner? Join us online for a new conversation gathering.

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Book Club: Matin Brun

NOW ONLINE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE

Join us in reading Matin Brun by Franck Pavloff for the library's book club en français!

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Barre en français: November Sessions

Exercise your body and your vocabulary online!

Improve your health and your vocabulary during our online barre classes in French!

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French Taco Tuesday at Cósmica

In-Person Event in French and in English

Did you say “French Tacos”?? Foodies, join us at Cósmica to taste the new French food phenomenon, the French Taco!

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Ciné-Club Online Discussion: Borsalino

Online Event in French

For this month’s ciné-club we will pay homage to the late Jean-Paul Belmondo as we discuss the gangster epic, Borsalino.

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A Taste of Fall at Rochambeau

In-Person Event in French

Join us to celebrate the best season New England has to offer, l’automne! For our first event at Rochambeau, Chef Phil Lewis has prepared a unique three-French-course menu inspired by the stunning foliage of New England.

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Promenade sur l'Esplanade: Fall Edition

IN-PERSON OUTDOOR EVENT IN FRENCH

Take a walk with your fellow FCC members

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Alors... Conversation Group

Online event in French

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

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Learn how to build your cheese board to impress your friends / Live from France

Online Event in English

Journey into the world of French cheese. Learn the basics, how to build a cheese board, and all about the pairings from Jennifer Greco, who will join us live from France!

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Barre en français: October Sessions

Exercise your body and your vocabulary online!

Improve your health and your vocabulary during our online barre classes in French!

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LA MODE: A Fashion Primer by Jay Calderin, founder of the Boston Fashion Week

Online Event in English

Fashion designer and Founder/Executive Director of Boston Fashion Week, Jay Calderin, will join us to discuss his first book, "The Fashion Design Reference & Specification Book," which has just been translated into French (La Mode: Un Guide Pratique De Référence)!

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Beginner Alors... Conversation Group

Seeking opportunities to speak French but just a beginner? Join us online for a new conversation gathering.

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Un Mois, Un Livre: ​L'amas ardent de Yamen Manaï

Online Literature Workshop

Join Sandra for an in-depth, online discussion of ​L'amas ardent by Yamen Manaï.

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L'Élégance du hérisson Book Club: Part 4, chapter 4 to end

NOW ONLINE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE

Join us in reading L'Élégance du hérisson by Muriel Barbery for the library's book club en français!

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Live from France with Award-Winning Author Janet Skeslien Charles

Virtual Author Talk with a New York Times bestselling author

Lovers of Paris, join us for an interview with award-winning author Janet Skeslien Charles, who will discuss her last book The Paris Library!

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Duvel Beers and Belgian Food Tasting

Indoor event in English at la Voile Brookline

SOLD OUT

World famous brewery Duvel is celebrating its 150 anniversary and we are honored to welcome their team at La Voile Brookline for a Belgian night full of laughter, hops and tasty food!

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Barre en français: September Sessions

Exercise your body and your vocabulary online!

Improve your health and your vocabulary during our online barre classes in French!

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Petit Prix, Bonne Qualité: Good Wine at a Great Price

Online event in English

Because we believe enjoying a great glass of wine doesn't have to cost a pretty penny, we're offering our members a special virtual wine discovery in conjunction with Gordon's Wines.

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Alors... Conversation Group

Online event in French

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

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Ciné-Stroll and Progressive Brunch through the South End

An In-person film and food scavenger hunt around Boston’s South End

SOLD OUT
Calling all cinéphiles! Do you know that Boston has been the backdrop of many famous films? Join our in-house movie expert Barbara Bouquegneau in a movie scene scavenger hunt around Boston and enjoy a progressive brunch throughout!

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A Virtual Trip to the Atlantic Coast

Journey to the Bassin d’Arcachon

Want to prolong the vacation season? Join French tour guide Véronique Banzet as she brings the famous Baie d’Arcachon into your living room!