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Winter 2026 French Class Launch & Info Session

Start your New Year with French! Join our Winter 2026 info session to explore classes for all levels and enjoy special event-only discounts.

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After the Fire: The Redesign of the Surroundings of Notre-Dame de Paris with Bas Smets

(Online via Zoom)

Part 3 of our Before and After series looks to the future of Notre-Dame’s surroundings. In 2022, the City of Paris chose Bas Smets and his team to redesign the public spaces around the cathedral. He will present plans for the forecourt, underground areas, the Jean XXIII garden, and the riverbanks—an ambitious project designed to create a cooler microclimate.

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After the Fire: The Restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris with Philippe Villeneuve (in French)

(Online via Zoom)

This lecture will provide a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most significant architectural restoration projects of our time, describing the painstaking process behind the meticulous rebuilding and restoration of the cathedral, from the careful documentation of architectural elements to the revival of centuries-old craftsmanship techniques.

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Notre-Dame de Paris - Before the Fire with Russell Kelley (in English)

(Online via Zoom)

This illustrated lecture will explore the long and eventful history of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, from its foundation in 1163 to the devastating fire on April 15, 2019, which destroyed its attic, roof, and iconic spire.

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Wine Seminar - A Festive Tour of Classic French Wines

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

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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December Champagne Wine Seminar

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

Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for the next Wine Seminar, dedicated to the Champagne region of France. 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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2025 Member Holiday Party - Celebrate our 80th Anniversary

Members are invited to ring in the holiday season at the French Library. Meet and mingle with your fellow members while enjoying French wine, hors d'œuvres, and sweet treats.

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Peau d’Âne’s Cake d’Amour: A French Cooking Class with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich

Holiday Fun for All Ages!

Create your own French tradition in Boston this holiday season: bake your very own Cake d’Amour, inspired by Peau d’Âne.

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Ciné Club Series: Peau d’Âne by Jacques Demy

DISCUSSION WITH MICHAEL WARTOFSKY

Part of our Page to Screen series, join us for one of the French Library’s most beloved films of all time: Jacques Demy’s enchanting musical masterpiece Peau d’Âne.

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La Pause Café

Join us for "La Pause Café”, a DROP-IN activity for you to practice your French skills, immerse yourself in stimulating conversations, and make new friends.

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La Pause Café

Join us for "La Pause Café”, a DROP-IN activity for you to practice your French skills, immerse yourself in stimulating conversations, and make new friends.

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December Online Conversation Club

Online event in French

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

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French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich

Relax and have fun in the kitchen!

What is more French and fun than enjoying cooking with your friends? With this series, you will learn how to make essentials of the French cuisine : Sweet Potato “Rose” Tartlets & Mushroom Risotto with Truffle Oil

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November Online Conversation Club

Online event in French

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

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November Online Conversation Club

Online event in French

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

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Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market

Celebrate the season French style, with crafts, stories, and festive fun!

A joyful day of shopping, tasting, and celebration for all ages; discover artisanal gifts from local vendors, enjoy hands-on crafts and story time for kids, and sample fine food, wine, and French spirits in a festive holiday atmosphere.

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L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!

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L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!

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Poulenc’s Babar and Satie’s Sports et Divertissements

A Holiday Family Concert of French Musical Tales

Step into the whimsical world of Poulenc and Satie, where music meets imagination. This joyful holiday concert invites children and adults alike to discover the wit, lyricism, and artistry of two French masters.

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Art de la Table: Setting the Scene for the Holidays

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

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

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November Alors... Conversation Club

In-person, Indoor Event in French

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

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(SOLD OUT) Patisserie class with Chef and Champagne

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

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

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Chocolate and Pecan Pie Patisserie class with Chef and Champagne

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

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

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Wine Seminar - Beaujolais

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

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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French Winter Cheeses: A Wine & Pairing Cheese Seminar

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

The French Library is delighted to present this educational class from our Gastronomy & Wine program. Guided by excellence, this program is designed to educate you in the fine art of cooking, pairing, and oenology with experts. During this event, discover the robust world of French winter cheeses, each carefully chosen to highlight the unique textures and flavors, and learn the methods of selecting the perfect wine accompaniment.

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Ciné Club Series: 'L'Événement' by Audrey Diwan

Presentation and discussion with Mariel Iezzoni

From Annie Ernaux’s autobiographical novel, Happening traces a student’s fight for autonomy in 1960s France. In this award-winning adaptation, Audrey Diwan transforms a personal ordeal into a universal coming-of-age story.

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Sibylle Grimbert: Writing the Fragile Bond Between Man and Nature

In partnership with Villa Albertine

What can the friendship between a man and a bird teach us about love, loss, and our place in the natural world? We are delighted to welcome award-winning author Sibylle Grimbert for a special evening of literary conversation around her novel The Last of Its Kind.

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L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!

Event

L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!

Event

L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!