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B1-5 | Intermediate French 5 | Online

Starting September 14, 2026 3 hours per week for 10 weeks

Delve deeper into the Francophone cultures around the globe while honing your language skills: understand a scientific documentary, learn about young, francophone thinkers, explain a scientific discovery, present the pros and cons of an innovation in technology, give your opinion, imagine the future. and more!

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B2-1 | Advanced French 1 | Online

Sessions starting September 14, 2026, and September 15, 2026 3 hours per week for 10 weeks

Build upon your French skills by studying advanced grammar concepts and performing challenging tasks. Talk about fashion and trends, talk about food fads, look at different travel trends and more!

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C1-2 | Proficient French 2 SLOW Part 2 | Online

Starting September 14, 2026 1.30 hours per week for 10 weeks

Perfect your pronunciation, solidify your mastery of grammar and learn additional vocabulary—then apply your learning to demanding tasks like transcribing audio documents, criticizing political campaigns or debating the salaries of different professions.

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C1-1 | Proficient French 1 | Online

Starting September 15, 2026 3 hours per week for 10 weeks

Perfect your pronunciation, solidify your mastery of grammar and learn additional vocabulary—then apply your learning to demanding tasks like transcribing audio documents, criticizing political campaigns or debating the salaries of different professions.

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B1 | Dictées d'automne | Online

Sessions starting September 15, 2026, and October 20, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Build your vocabulary and knowledge of idioms through various creative writing techniques and activities.

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B1+/ B2 | Mystères français : enquêter sur l'histoire | In Person

Starting October 21, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Can you solve a mystery in French? In this interactive conversation course, students become detectives, examining clues, questioning suspects, analyzing evidence, and proposing theories on actual 5 great mysteries that happened in France. Class is taught by Emilie.

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B1+/ B2 | Mystères de Paris | In Person

Starting September 12, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Can you solve a mystery in French? In this interactive conversation course, students become detectives, examining clues, questioning suspects, analyzing evidence, and proposing theories on actual 5 great mysteries that happened in France. Class is taught by Lea.

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B1 | Listen Up! | Online

Sessions starting September 18, 2026, and October 23, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Comment? Pardon? Excusez-moi? Strengthen your listening skills while improving your vocabulary and grammar by engaging with a variety of fascinating audio media, including podcasts, readings, and mini role plays!

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B1+/ B2 | Mystères français : enquêter sur l'histoire | Online

Starting September 14, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Can you solve a mystery in French? In this interactive conversation course, students become detectives, examining clues, questioning suspects, analyzing evidence, and proposing theories on actual 5 great mysteries that happened in France. Class is taught by Loic.

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B1+/B2 | René Goscinni: l'humour au service de la société | Online

Starting September 17, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Explore the wit and imagination of René Goscinny through Astérix, Le Petit Nicolas, Lucky Luke, and more. A lively course with Julien for anyone interested in French language, literature, and popular culture.

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B2+/C1 | Literature | Online

Starting September 16, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 10 weeks

Join Flora to improve speaking and comprehension while reading and analyzing five masterpieces of the French literature!

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A2 | La Grammaire en A2 | Online

Sessions starting September 14, 2026, and October 26, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Learn elements of grammar through structured practice. Topics vary based on class needs.

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A2 | Listen Up! | Online

Starting October 27, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Comment? Pardon? Excusez-moi? Strengthen your listening skills while improving your vocabulary and grammar by engaging with a variety of fascinating audio media, including podcasts, readings, and mini role plays!

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A2+/B1 | Between Memories and New Discoveries: Conversation for Seniors | Online

Sessions starting September 14, 2026, September 18, 2026, October 23, 2026, and October 26, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

With Julien as your guide, practice and strengthen your spoken French in a warm, supportive environment designed specifically for senior learners.

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B1 | Key Figures in French History | Online

Starting September 14, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Can you solve a mystery in French? In this interactive conversation course, students become detectives, examining clues, questioning suspects, analyzing evidence, and proposing theories on actual 5 great mysteries that happened in France. Class is taught by Julien.

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B2+/C1 | Je t'aime — moi non plus ! 250 years of passionate relationship between France and the US | In-Person

Sessions starting September 15, 2026, September 15, 2026, and October 20, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 or 10 weeks

Through historical documents, photographs, film excerpts, anecdotes, and lively discussions, this course offers an easy-to-understand introduction to the rich dialogue between France and the United States, two nations whose histories have been closely intertwined for over two centuries. Class is taught by Tony.

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B1+/ B2 | Founding Myths: Why Do We Still Need Heroes? | Online

Starting September 15, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Ideal for curious learners who enjoy history, literature, film, and cultural exploration, this course offers a fascinating opportunity to deepen your French while examining one of humanity's oldest questions: Why do we still need heroes? Class is taught by Loic.

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B2 | Le français authentique : mots intraduisibles et argot | Online

Starting September 18, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Vous kiffez? Au-delà de l'apprentissage linguistique, ce cours propose une véritable immersion dans la culture francophone contemporaine. En découvrant les mots que l'on ne traduit pas et les expressions que l'on entend réellement dans la rue, les cafés, les médias et les conversations entre amis, vous développerez une compréhension plus fine de la langue et gagnerez en confiance pour communiquer de manière naturelle et authentique en français.

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B2+/C1 | Marie Curie: science, persévérance et place des femmes dans la recherche| Online

Starting October 26, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 Weeks

Découvrez le parcours exceptionnel de Marie Curie, pionnière de la recherche scientifique et figure emblématique de la persévérance.

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B1+/ B2 | Mystères de Paris | Online

Sessions starting September 16, 2026, and October 26, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Explore some of Paris's most intriguing stories while developing their French through discussions, authentic documents, short videos, historical accounts, and cultural debates.

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B2 | Les Impressionnistes français au MFA | Online

Starting September 18, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Inspired by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's newly reimagined Modern Art Galleries, this course examines the work of influential artists such as Henri Matisse, Wassily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian, Alberto Giacometti, Mark Rothko, and many others. Each session combines visual analysis, cultural context, and conversation, encouraging participants to share observations, express emotions, and develop their own interpretations of artworks.

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B2 | L'art français dans les collections du Massachusetts | Online

Starting October 23, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

À travers l’analyse d’œuvres et de documents visuels, vous développerez votre vocabulaire artistique tout en découvrant l’influence durable de l’art français sur le patrimoine culturel international.

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B2+/C1 | Victor Hugo: pourquoi son œuvre nous parle-t-elle encore ? | Online

Starting September 14, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 Weeks

Join Farida to learn how Victor Hugo influenced his time and why he is still relevant today.

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B2 | Ateliers de Grammaire: maîtriser les points les plus difficiles du français | Online

Sessions starting September 18, 2026, and October 23, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Learn elements of grammar through structured practice. Topics vary based on class needs.

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B2 | L'humour francophone | Online

Starting October 22, 2026 1.5 hours per week for 5 weeks

Have you ever wondered what makes French people laugh? Practice your skills while looking at important figures and concepts in modern French and Francophone comedy.

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Fall Open House 2026

Discover all the French Library has to offer

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 From 6:00 PM To 8:30 PM

Learn more about our classes, library, upcoming events, and membership perks!

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America at 250: A French Lens on Art at the MFA

An Exclusive Tour by Isabelle Slotine

Thursday, September 24, 2026 From 2:30 PM To 4:30 PM

To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, Isabelle Slotine invites you to explore the MFA's newly reimagined Art of the Americas galleries from a distinctive French perspective.

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Bridge: The Art of Strategy, Partnership, and Play

A four-session introduction

From Oct 27, 2026 To Nov 17, 2026 From 3:30 PM To 5:30 PM

Taught by European Championship medalist Selen Hotamisligil, this course offers a rare opportunity to learn the fundamentals of bridge from one of New England's leading players and educators.

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Ciné Club Series: Hugo by Pascal Bonitzer

DISCUSSION WITH Prof. Michelle S. Cheyne

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 From 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM

Join us for the opening of our Pascal Bonitzer Retrospective with the Boston premiere of Hugo (Victor comme tout le monde), starring the incomparable Fabrice Luchini.