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Wine Seminar - Jura and Savoy
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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Le club des lecteurs (online) : Sophie Divry
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about La condition pavillonnaire by Sophie Divry. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on March 21st, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Sophie Divry
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about La condition pavillonnaire by Sophie Divry. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on March 20th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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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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Dancing Off The Page with Musette Suzette
In-person French party in English and in French
Looking for that perfect Saturday night plan? Kick-off your weekend with our beloved Dancing Off the Page! Move to the beat while you enjoy live music, wine, and French delicatessen. Bring your loved one or come alone to meet new friends! Let’s party en français !
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February 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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Travel talk - Explore the unique museums of Paris with author and photographer James Wesolowski
111 Museums in Paris That You Shouldn't Miss
The French Library is pleased to welcome James Wesolowski for a discussion of his book: 111 Museums in Paris That You Shouldn't Miss.
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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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Francophonie 2024: Launch Celebration
Mix and Mingle with Boston’s Francophones
Join us at the French Library as we celebrate the launch of this annual celebration of the French language and Francophone cultures with a special meet and greet including a number of Boston's Francophone institutions.
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La Chandeleur 2024
Celebrate this popular holiday eating crêpes with your French Library community!
Blog Post
Alan’s coup de cœur : “ La prochaine fois que tu mordras la poussière” by Panayotis Pascot
There is nothing quite like reading an inspiring book during the holiday season. Setting aside time to read can be a deeply cathartic experience -…
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Loire Valley Gastronomy: Culinary Delights and Wines to Indulge In
In January, our Gastronomy & Wine Program invites you to explore the flavors of the Loire Valley, embracing local gastronomy and wines: Our wine seminar…
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Intimate cooking class with a professional chef - Sold out!
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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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!
Theater Club
Come join us for the Theater Club at the French Library, a place to read, watch, discuss and recite contemporary and classic French plays with…
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Theater Club in January
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 series 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: la galette des rois, la quiche au saumon et tarte à la tomate et les tartelettes citron et chocolat.
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Wine Seminar - Loire Valley - Sold out!
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.
Blog Post
Our multicultural way to celebrate the holidays
“We are not going to Belgium for Christmas this year.” My words hung in the air, reflected in my daughters’ wide eyes and disappointed faces.…
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LittéraTalk #1 - Étienne Kern
Online event in French
Join us for an hour-long conversation with francophone artists. LittéraTalk is all about the obsession with books, arranging bookshelves and the road to becoming a writer. Our first guest is Étienne Kern, winner of the Prix Goncourt des lycéens for Les envolés. The event will be in French.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Mathias Enard
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Parle-leur de batailles, de rois et d'éléphants by Mathias Enard. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on February 14th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (online) : Mathias Enard
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Parle-leur de batailles, de rois et d'éléphants by Mathias Enard. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on February 15th, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (online) : Milan Kundera
Online event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about La fête de l'insignifiance by Milan Kundera. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on January 18th, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
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Le club des lecteurs (sur place) : Milan Kundera
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about La fête de l'insignifiance by Milan Kundera. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on January 17th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Apéro Boston French Community
Apéro time!
Let's clink glasses and have a great time together! In collaboration with the Boston French Community.
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Art Talk: Mary Cassatt - An American in Paris
Art talk presented by Maria d’Amario
Despite her status as a foreigner and as an unmarried woman, Mary Cassatt was at the heart of the French Impressionist movement and developed a following on both sides of the Atlantic.
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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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January 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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January 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
Le Beaujolais Nouveau - All marketing hype or just misunderstood?
It’s almost the third Thursday in November, almost time to uncork a bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau - cue the trumpet fanfare, fireworks and general frenzy!…
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