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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 : Berry Pavlova & Chilled Gazpacho with Basil Pesto
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Ciné Club Series: 'Langue Étrangère' by Claire Burger
In partnership with the Goethe-Institut Boston
A 2024 Berlinale contender for both the Golden Bear and Teddy Award, Langue étrangère is a tender and insightful look at teenage connection across borders.
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Le Défi du Sommelier: A Blind Tasting of Summer Wines
in partnership with Boston French Community
Test your palate and explore the delicate floral and fruity notes of fine summer French wines in a blind tasting challenge. The participant with the sharpest taste buds will take home a bottle of wine as a prize!
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Getting to Know Professor Claude Cernuschi: A Proust Questionnaire
As we look forward to welcoming Professor Claude Cernuschi to the French Library on Wednesday, June 4, we invited him to take on the Proust…
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Beyond the Frame: Art Experiences in France Outside the Museum
Art is ubiquitous in France. From admiring creative graffiti in Paris, to watching light change the colors of Mont Sainte-Victoire in Aix-en-Provence the way Cézanne…
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Photo Club: Sarah Moon
On-site event in English
Meet us at the library on Friday June 27th from 3pm to 4.15pm with your phone or camera. Together, we'll discover Sarah Moon's work and take to the streets of Boston to photograph in the same style as the artist we've studied.
Blog Post
Getting to Know Julia Malye: A Proust Questionnaire
As we get ready to welcome novelist Julia Malye to the French Library on Thursday, May 1, we invited her to answer the Proust Questionnaire—a…
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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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Le club des lecteurs (online) : Hervé Guibert
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Fou de Vincent by Hervé Guibert. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on October 17th, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Hervé Guibert
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Fou de Vincent by Hervé Guibert. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on October 22nd, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (online) : René Depestre
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Popa Singer by René Depestre. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on June 20th, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : René Depestre
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Popa Singer by René Depestre. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on June 18th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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(Sold Out) From Arles to the MFA: New Perspectives on Van Gogh’s French Years
With Art Historian Claude Cernuschi
An artist in exile, a French family of unlikely muses, and a series of portraits that speak across time—Professor Claude Cernuschi uncovers the emotional heart of Van Gogh’s years in Arles.
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(Sold Out) 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 : Goat Cheese Soufflé and Bitter Orange Chocolate Mousse
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June Alors... Conversation Club
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
Blog Post
4 Films to Fall in Love with French Fashion
Since I was very young, I’ve been passionate about fashion. I loved buying new clothes for my Barbies and would often personalize them to match…
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(Sold Out) Macarons 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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(Sold Out) Wine Seminar - Rhône Valley
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for the first Wine Seminar of the year, dedicated to the Rhone Valley wines. 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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(Two tickets left!) Wine Seminar - Loire Valley
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for the first Wine Seminar of the year, dedicated to the Loire Valley wines. 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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Poetry in Three Languages: A Haitian Night of Grace and Grit
Featuring women poets in French, Creole, and English.
Gather with us for a poetic evening featuring voices from Haiti and its diaspora. Through verse and conversation, we explore themes of strength, memory, and the rhythms of language across borders.
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Ciné Club Series: 'Vincent, François, Paul et les autres' by Claude Sautet
Presentation and discussion with Barbara Bouquegneau
Claude Sautet's unforgettable exploration of friendship, love, and the weight of time.
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La Cour de Récré
On-site event in French
Join us for "La Cour de Récré”, a DROP-IN activity for parents and children (0 to 5) to enjoy a variety of activities, such as singing, playing and chatting.
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Photo Club: Brassaï
On-site event in English
Meet us at the library on Friday May 2nd from 3pm to 4.15pm with your phone or camera. Together, we'll discover Brassaï's work and take to the streets of Boston to photograph in the same style as the artist we've studied.
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Contre-Temps: Behind the Curtain
In partnership with the French Theater Project
Join us at the French Library for an exclusive preview of Contre-Temps, the acclaimed French musical making its American premiere at the Huntington Theatre this May!
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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!
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
May Online Conversation Club
Online event in French
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.