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A Look Inside the Making of the Theater Piece "La Femme à qui rien n’arrive"
In partnership with the French Theater Project
Join us for a special opportunity to hear from Léonore Chaix and director Anne Le Guernec as they discuss the story behind the making of La Femme à qui rien n’arrive, a theater piece presented at Huntington Theatre.
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Notre-Dame de Paris: Then and Now with Russell Kelley
Conference and book signing
Discover the epic history and remarkable rebirth of Notre-Dame de Paris, leading to its grand reopening in 2024.
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Library Book Sale
New and used books in French
Browse hundreds of books in French, with prices starting at $1 during our biannual book sale. There are not many opportunities to find French books at such a good price in the area, so don't miss your chance to stock up!
Fall into Books: Your Guide to La Rentrée Littéraire
This fall, the French Library invites our Francophile community to Fall into Books, a series highlighting La Rentrée Littéraire—France’s annual literary season where new releases…
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Fall into Books: Paradises Lost – A Unique Perspective on Our Collective Story
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
Join us for a thought-provoking take on the shared narratives that shape our world with renowned author Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt.
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Fall into Books: Vampires, Witches and Revolutions
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
Bestselling authors Victor Dixen and Kass Morgan will discuss young adult fantasy novels.
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Fall into Books: Swimming in Paris: Sexuality, Abortion, Friendship, and Feminity
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
Join us for a conversation with Colombe Schneck on Swimming in Paris, a powerful exploration of women's bodies, love, and identity.
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Fall into Books: Marc Levy: Writing Secrets
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Marc Levy, the most-read contemporary French author.
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Fall into Books: Why Are We Disenchanted? The States of the Earth
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
Join us for an engaging discussion with philosopher and professor Mohamed Amer Meziane as he presents his book The States of the Earth.
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Cognac Seminar
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for this special installment of the Gastronomy and Wine Program, dedicated to the Cognac region. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, our series is tailored to provide a deeper understanding of French grapes, refine your 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 cognacs.
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How to Improve Your French While Making Friends
Learning languages is a great way to discover other cultures, make new friends, and add a new skill to your resume. One of my favorite…
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Apéro Boston French Community Facebook Group
Apéro time!
Let's clink glasses and have a great time together! In collaboration with the Boston French Community. Feel free to come dressed in your best Halloween costume!
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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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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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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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Theater Club in November
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Come join us for the new Theater Club at the French Library, a place to read, watch, discuss and recite contemporary and classic French plays with fellow enthusiasts.
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Fun French Cooking 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 : Petits flans aux légumes et tartelettes à la tomate
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Montesquieu: The French Roots of the American Constitution with French Historian Isabelle Slotine
In-person conferences at the French Library
Join us for an exploration into the French roots of the American Constitution, as Isabelle Slotine, who has extensively researched Montesquieu's works, uncovers how his ideas traveled across the Atlantic and influenced the Founding Fathers. This event will be held in English.
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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) : Bring your own books
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a special edition of the book club. We invite you to bring two or three books written by francophone writers you love and present them online to the group on December 12th at 4:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Bring your own books
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a special edition of the book club. We invite you to bring two or three books written by francophone writers you love and present them to the group on December 18th at 6:00 PM
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Le club des lecteurs (online) : Lola Lafon
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Quand tu écouteras cette chanson by Lola Lafon. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on November 14th, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Lola Lafon
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Quand tu écouteras cette chansonby Lola Lafon. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on November 13th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Fall into Books: 5 Conferences with Today's Most Influential French and American Authors and Thinkers
In Partnership with Villa Albertine and the Boston Book Festival
This exciting day of author talks and discussions is a perfect opportunity for book lovers, literature enthusiasts, and Francophiles to engage with some of the most influential contemporary French authors and thinkers.
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Wine Seminar - Bordeaux #2
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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Recover from Screen Hangover: Finding Joy in Hobbies
We’ve all been there—endlessly scrolling through TikTok or binge-watching another series, only to realize that hours have passed, and you’re left with a screen hangover.…
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Wine Seminar - Bordeaux #1
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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Macarons class with a 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.