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A different kind of summer reading
Summer reading is often thought of as having to be “light”: romance novels are marketed as being ideal for the beach, as are quick thrillers…
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The FCC Staff's Favorite summer songs
Summer is definitely here and at the Center we wanted to share with you our favorite summer songs. We hope you will enjoy them as…
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Book Club: Ni d'Ève ni d'Adam
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Join us in reading Ni d'Ève ni d'Adam by Amélie Nothomb for the library's book club en français!
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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.
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Tout savoir sur les assurances avec Sandra Hodgdon
Free online event in French
Vous venez d'arriver aux Etats-Unis et vous êtes un peu perdus face aux choix des assurances? Rejoignez Sandra Hodgdon pour un séminaire sur les assurances auto, habitation (maison, appartement, location) et umbrella aux Etats-unis.
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Fall Open House
Discover all the center has to offer
Learn more about our classes, library, upcoming events, and membership perks!
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Cancelled: Alors + L'heure du Conte
In person family event
While parents meet other families and enjoy light bites, beverages and have a casual conversation in French, the kids will gather in the children’s room of our library for a magical story time in French and snacks!
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French Idioms You Can Use This Summer
I feel that the hardest part of learning a new language is learning its idiomatic expressions. They can change from region to region, family to…
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The Boston French Film Festival
Attention all cinéphiles! The French Library is delighted to be the official partner of the Boston French Film Festival. The festival is curated and hosted…
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Discover Brookline’s Cottage Farm Historic District with Liliane Duséwoir
In-Person walking tour in French
Architecture lovers, join us for a 90-minute evening stroll to discover Brookline’s Cottage Farm Historic District.
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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.
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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.
Blog Post
Why you should watch "Standing Up" on Netflix
“Standing Up” (Drôle) has been on Netflix since March 2022, and if you haven’t already watched it, I highly recommend you check it out. Created…
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Book Club: Ni d'Ève ni d'Adam
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Join us in reading Ni d'Ève ni d'Adam by Amélie Nothomb for the library's book club en français!
Blog Post
La Fête de la Musique
Each year on June 21, many countries throughout the world celebrate la Fête de la musique. This world-wide celebration urges people to play and enjoy…
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Stop Dreaming, Start Planning: Creating Your New Dream Life in France
In-Person Discussion in English with Alison Grand Lounes, author of Foolproof French Visas
This event is sold out!
Have you dreamed of moving to France but have no idea where to start? During this talk, Allison Grand Lounes will provide you with great tips on how to smoothly plan your move from the States to France!
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Barre en français: July 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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Meet John Strachan
We love our members! In fact, we love them so much that we want you to get to know them and share in our community.…
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Abstract Landscape Painting Workshop with Cécile Ganne
In-person event in French
Art lovers, join us for a creative and inspiring night with artist, Cécile Ganne!
In-Person Classes for Adults
Dear students and prospective students, please make sure that you modify your settings so that all emails from the frenchlibrary.org domain are accepted in your…
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Online Classes for Adults
Dear students and prospective students, please make sure that you modify your settings so that all emails from the frenchlibrary.org domain are accepted in your…
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Comedy Scenes Every Francophile Should Know - Part 2
Click here if you missed part 1! #6 - Le Père Noël est une ordure (Jean-Marie Poiré, 1982) Pierre is a snobby volunteer at a…
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Traveling in France with the family this summer?
Memorial Day is to summer as Friday night is to the weekend - it brings such hope, promise and anticipation for fun times ahead! My…
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Library FAQ
We offer French group courses, private lessons and specialized programs for both adults and children at all levels.
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Comedy Scenes Every Francophile Should Know - Part 1
Have you ever felt left out of an inside joke? Have you ever nodded along awkwardly during a conversation you didn’t know the cultural reference…
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L'Heure du Conte
Story time is back!
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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Book Club: Stupeur et Tremblements
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Join us in reading Stupeur et Tremblements by Amélie Nothomb for the library's book club en français!
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Rosé Tasting with Provence Wine Imports and Cuisinery Food Market
In-Person Wine Tasting in English at the Center
Wine lovers, join us for an exclusive wine tasting hosted by Patrick Walsh of Provence Wine Imports, where you will get the rare opportunity to taste 5 French rosé wines making their first appearance on American soil!
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Celebrate la Fête de la musique with a Live Piano and Voice Concert
in-person event at the Center in English and French
Join us for a musical excursion between France and the U.S. to celebrate la Fête de la musique.
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Beginner Alors... Conversation Group
ONLINE EVENT IN FRENCH
Seeking opportunities to speak French but just a beginner? Join us online for a casual conversation gathering.