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Warrior Women: Heroines of the Haitian Revolution
The Haitian Revolution began with slave uprisings in 1791 and finally ended after much bloodshed and incredible bravery with the defeat of the French in…
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A Message from Our New Youth Programs Manager
A message from Alan Gómez, our new Youth Programs Manager!
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Why you should read Le Malade Imaginaire
The first Molière play I ever saw was Le Malade Imaginaire. The performance took place at my local theater in Brest, France: “Le Quartz, scène…
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Barre en français: March Sessions
Exercise your body and your vocabulary online!
Improve your health and your vocabulary during our online barre classes in French!
Le Mois de la Francophonie 2022
A nationwide French film festival and educational program designed for children and adolescents, created by the Alliance Francaise network in the U.S. and the Alliance Française network of French-speaking cultural centers.
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Après-ski eats!
February in France is synonymous with holidays in the mountains. When it comes to winter pastimes in France, there are different types of people. Some…
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A Taste of New Orleans Cuisine at French Quarter
In-Person Event in French and English
Foodies, let’s end La Francophonie with a culinary journey to the South! Join us for a night full of New Orleans flavor as we put a little Louisiana on your plate with the team at French Quarter.
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Top 5 Rom-Coms for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is not as significant an occasion in France as it is here in the United States. I do not recall ever gifting cards…
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Ciné-Club Online Discussion: Les Parfums
Online Event in French
For our first ciné-club of the year we will discuss Les Parfums, a French comedy directed by Grégory Magne.
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Parlons poésie
Online Event in French
Join us this March for a panel discussion with francophone poets on the creative process during the pandemic.
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Alors... Conversation Group
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us for our popular members-only conversation gathering and our first one in-person in two years!
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Ciné-Club Online Discussion: La déesse des mouches à feu / Goddess of the Fireflies
Online Event in French
Join Barbara and Marie-Josée Duquette, attachée à la Culture pour la Délégation du Québec, for an online discussion after you watch - at your leisure - La déesse des mouches à feu.
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Martinique: A Virtual Trip to the Caribbean
Online Event in English
Escape the New England winter on your lunch break and join our French travel guide, Véronique Banzet, to explore the beautiful French island of Martinique.
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Book Club: Les Contes du Chat Perché
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Join us in reading Les Contes du Chat Perché by Marcel Aymé for the library's book club en français!
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Audiobooks and Podcasts for Kids Ages 2-99
I love reading stories to children, I really do. I love doing all the different voices, as it absolutely awakens the inner actress in me.…
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Exploring the World of Jean Patou: Fashion Discussion with Emmanuelle Polle
Online Event in French
Calling all lovers of fashion and design! Join us as we get to know Gabrielle Chanel’s greatest rival, French designer Jean Patou.
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Alors... in the Afternoon
Online event in French
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
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Cheese and bubbly, the perfect pairing
Today we welcome Jennifer Greco as our guest blogger! Jennifer is a cheese educator based in Paris and we hosted an event with her this…
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French Roots, American Soil: An International Love Story
Wine lovers, join us for our new wine tasting series, "French Roots, American Soil: An International Love Story," featuring French-inspired wineries from the United States. This…
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Discover St. Innocent Winery
A French Roots, American Soil Series Virtual Tasting
In collaboration with Gordon's Wine, our new wine tasting series "French Roots, American Soil: An International Love Story’’ will take you to French-inspired wineries across the United States. For our third chapter, we will be joined by Mark Vlossak, Founder, President, and Winemaker of St. Innocent Winery to discover Burgundy-caliber Chardonnay and Pinot Noirs from Oregon's Willamette Valley.
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Discover Hedges Family Estate
A French Roots, American Soil Series Virtual Tasting
In collaboration with Gordon's Wine, our new wine tasting series "French Roots, American Soil: An International Love Story’’ will take you to French-inspired wineries across the United States. For our first chapter, we will discover Hedges Family Estate of Columbia Valley, Washington State with Christophe Hedges, General Manager of the winery.
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Discover Gruet Winery
A French Roots, American Soil Series Virtual Tasting
In collaboration with Gordon's Wine, our new wine tasting series "French Roots, American Soil: An International Love Story’’ will take you to French-inspired wineries across the United States. For our second chapter, we will be joined by Cyril Tanazacq, Winemaker at Gruet Winery, to learn more about this New Mexico winery and the Champagne-like sparkling wines they are making.
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Raclette Dinner Party at La Voile Brookline
In-Person Event in French and English
Cheese addict? Join us for a fun raclette dinner party at La Voile Brookline!
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FCC Travel Club
Online Travel Event in English
Do you enjoy traveling to France and other French-speaking places? If so, join us for Travel Club. This month we're headed to a special Francophone country known for its winter activities!
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Alors... Conversation Group
Online event in French
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
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On fait du patin à glace : Skating and Drinks at 401 Park
Outdoor In-Person Event in French and English
Allez, on glisse !
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Four Places to See French Impressionist Paintings in New England
I am an art lover and love to spend my time in museums. As a French person who was often exposed to world-class art growing…
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Celebrate the Month of Love with Writer and Musician Julie Scolnik
Virtual Author Talk in English
February calls for a Parisian love story! Writer and Musician Julie Scolnik joins us to discuss her first book, Paris Blue: A Memoir of First Love.
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Barre en français: February Sessions
Exercise your body and your vocabulary online!
Improve your health and your vocabulary during our online barre classes in French!
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Book Club: Les Contes du Chat Perché
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Join us in reading Les Contes du Chat Perché by Marcel Aymé for the library's book club en français!