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English Book Club - Raymond Queneau
In-person, Indoor Event in English
Join us at the French Library for a conversation on "Zazie in the Metro" by Raymond Queneau. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on July 21st for a discussion in English.
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From Passion to Business: French-Inspired Entrepreneurs in Boston
Tasting and networking evening
An inspiring evening of conversation, wine, and tasting, exploring how passion for French culture became thriving businesses in Boston.
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Who We Art: Haitian Art in New England
Juneteenth at the French Library
Join us for a special Juneteenth celebration exploring the rich artistic and cultural contributions of Haitian artists in New England through a panel discussion, exhibition, and book signing.
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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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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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(SOLD OUT) Patisserie class with 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 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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Le club des lecteurs : Leonora Miano
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Contours du jour qui vient by Leonora Miano. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on July 22nd, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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A French Painter in Boston: The Art of Slowing Down
When I stand in front of a canvas in my Boston studio, my hand often reaches for color before my mind reaches for words. Again…
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250 Years of France & America
France and the United States have been allies since the very beginning. To mark 250 years of this remarkable friendship, the French Library presents a…
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Ciné Club Series: Diplomacy by Volker Schlöndorff
In partnership with the Goethe-Institut Boston
As Paris stands on the brink of destruction in August 1944, a single overnight conversation between a German general and a Swedish diplomat may determine the fate of the city.
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French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich
In French, for all levels
Learn to prepare a refreshing melon & mint gazpacho paired with classic Comté gougères in this hands-on cooking class, taught in French. Beginners welcome!
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The Spring in Paris
In April, I had the chance to spend a couple of weeks in France, during which I attended the Paris Book Festival. For any book…
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Lafayette: A Reluctant Sailor
With Historian Vincent Bouat-Ferlier
Join us for a special conference with French historian Vincent Bouat-Ferlier celebrating the 400th anniversary of the French Navy, exploring Lafayette’s unexpected maritime journey during the Age of Revolutions.
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Adrienne de La Fayette: A Woman at the Heart of Two Revolutions
With Historian Vincent Bouat-Ferlier
Join us for a captivating evening marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, centered on the remarkable life of Adrienne de La Fayette, a woman at the heart of two revolutions.
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Le club des lecteurs : Nancy Huston
In-person, Indoor Event in French
Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Instruments des ténèbres by Nancy Huston. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on June 24th, 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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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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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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From Enlightenment Ideas to the Age of Revolutions
A Conversation with Harvard Historian Robert Darnton
Join Harvard historian Robert Darnton for a conversation on revolutionary thought and the “cult of America” in eighteenth-century France.
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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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Wine Seminar - Loire Valley
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for our next Wine Seminar 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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(SOLD OUT) Wine Seminar - Liberté & Independence - A Transatlantic Wine Tasting
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
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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Art of Cake Decorating
GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY
The French Library is delighted to present this cake decorating class from our Gastronomy & Wine program. This class is designed to teach methods, technique and best practices in cake decorating, while having a fun time in the kitchen.
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Theater Club in June
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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Tips for Adjusting to Moving Abroad (Specifically to Life in Paris!)
In August, I left my position at the French Library and moved to Paris to pursue a master’s degree in Digital Marketing and Data Analysis.…
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Books & Bottles: Paris
GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY
An elegant wine education series exploring France’s most important regions through the lens of culture, tradition, and taste. Each class embraces a region and incorporates a book as a narrative guide - framing the wines, places, and people that shaped France’s enduring wine culture. Across the series, we’ll move through key French regions in a cohesive tasting journey, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers a deeper, more intuitive understanding of French wine, guided by storytelling, expert insight, and shared conversation.
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SOLD OUT Bastille Day Celebration 2026
Liberté, Musique, Festivité!
Vive la fête! Celebrate Bastille Day with us for an evening of live music, a joyful swing dance class, French delicacies, flowing drinks, and festive fun for all ages. Don’t miss Boston’s most charming summer celebration.
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SOLD OUT A Jazz Evening with Jacques Schwarz-Bart
Presented with the Mosaïque Fund
Join us to celebrate the launch of Jacques Schwarz-Bart’s powerful new trio project, Resistance.