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Bouillon de lectures : Nouvelles
En mai, nous vous invitons à choisir une collection de nouvelles/histoires courtes.
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Atelier découverte: Magazines pour enfants
Discover parts of our magazine collection that help teach French with engaging content, delivered through BDs and illustrated stories. Flip through their pages to learn new vocabulary words in context and find new favorites each month!
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Playing and learning with French children's magazines
Do you remember the childhood excitement of receiving a glossy, new magazine? How about the enjoyment of leisurely flipping through the pictures, reading the articles,…
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Spring New Members Event
Saint-Tropez in May
Come party with us on the beaches of St. Tropez, mingle with fellow new members, and discover every corner of the Center!
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Middle School Teacher Grants Awarded
The French Library / Alliance Française of Boston and Cambridge is pleased to announce the winners of its 2018 middle school grants: Anne Zachary from…
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Loulou & Yves, Author Talk and Book Signing with Christopher Petkanas
The Untold Story of Loulou de La Falaise and the House of Saint Laurent
Push back the curtains of the catwalk and look behind the scenes of the Maison Yves Saint Laurent with Christopher Petkanas and his most recent publication.
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Les Petits Penseurs : Being mean, what does that mean?
Discussion Group for Kids
Philosophy for kids! We invite parents and children 4-8 to gather in the children's room of our médiathèque for a themed discussion group in French.
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Cancelled: European Food Festival 2018
Enjoy a sampling of food from all over Europe
The European Food Festival is a social event where you will get to taste food and drinks from different European countries and mingle with an international crowd.
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Library Book Sale
New and gently used books in French
Browse hundreds of books in French, with prices starting at $1, during our biannual book sale. There are not many opportunities to find French books at such a good price in the area, so don't miss your chance to stock up!
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The Center's Top Five - Spring Edition
I love Paris in the spring time… In my eyes, Paris is great any time of year but there's just something about the idea of…
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Atelier découverte: Mai '68
Discover our May '68 collection through books, magazines, and films, all while learning new vocabulary words that will help with future appreciation of our themed events!
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Les Petits Penseurs : Truth or lie?
Discussion Group for Kids
Philosophy for kids! We invite parents and children 4-8 to gather in the ballroom for a themed discussion group in French.
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Jean-Yves Thibaudet Receives Mosaïque Award
The Mosaïque Committee of the French Library of Boston presented world-renowned French pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet with the first-ever Mosaïque Award for Exceptional Achievement. The award…
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Trivia Night for Members
game night at the center
Test your knowledge of all things French at our first-ever members-only trivia night!
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French Apéritifs
Christine and Daniel Cooney of Heavenly Spirits will lead a tasting accompanied by a fascinating presentation exploring a variety of typically French aperitifs. Armorik Single Malt Whisky, Double Maturation | Distillerie Warenghem, Brittany, France Diplome 1945 Gin, London Dry Style | Dijon, France Normand Apple Cider (cidre brut bouché) Claque Pépin, Serans, France Normand Pear […]
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Further Listening : Podcasts for French on the Go
Our previous blog post about Podcasts in French generated much discussion in our library and online! In response to your comments and requests, here are…
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Le Bal Révolution
A Mosaïque Benefit
Join us for our Annual Fundraising Gala, Le Bal Révolution, at The Liberty Hotel in support of our Mosaïque initiative for expanded and exceptional cultural programming!
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The Eiffel Tower and the Zakim Bridge: Landmarks of Structural Art
A Mosaïque Cultural Event
This lecture will explore the architectural and engineering challenges and achievements of two important landmarks in Paris and Boston.
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Bouillon de lectures : De l'écrit à l'écran
En avril, nous vous invitons à choisir un livre qui a inspiré une adaptation cinématographique.
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Wine Tasting, Provence Wine Imports
Ten wines from Provence
An evening of mingling over a tasting of 10 Provençal wines led by Provence Wine Imports. This event is sold out.
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Bouillon de Lectures: Prix Albertine
En mai, nous vous invitons à choisir lire un livre présélectionné pour le Prix Albertine.
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Atelier découverte: Music Collection
Music to my ears
Discover our music collection through written and audio format, all while learning new vocabulary words that will help with future enjoyment of Francophone music!
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An Evening of Fashion and Performance
An Event Inspired by the European Salon
SOLD OUT - A beautifully cultivated evening of culture and conversation based on the European Salon. Featuring a runway show by Luke Aaron, a social hour with refreshments and gypsy jazz, and performances of French art songs and ballet.
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The Mosaïque Award Ceremony for Exceptional Achievement
An Evening with Renowned Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Join us for a special event in honor of world renowned pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, recipient of the 2018 Mosaïque Award for Exceptional Achievement.
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Francophonie Film Festival 2018: Corporate
Screened at the Coolidge Corner Theatre
Co-presented with the Consulate General of France in Boston. In this film, a ruthless business woman has the tables turned on her when the company tries to the blame her for a co-worker's death.
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Meet Clare Goslant
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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Open House for Summer in French Program
Learn More about this Popular Program
Learn more about our summer program for kids and teens!
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Les Petits Penseurs : La colère
Discussion Group for Kids
Philosophy for kids! We invite parents and children 4-8 to gather in the children's room of our médiathèque for a themed discussion group in French.
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Les Petits Penseurs : La peur
Discussion Group for Kids
Philosophy for kids! We invite parents and children 4-8 to gather in the children's room of our médiathèque for a themed discussion group in French.
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Ingrid Marquardt Promoted to Center Librarian
The French Library is proud to announce that Ingrid Marquardt has been promoted to the role of Center Librarian. Marquardt, previously the Center’s Library Assistant,…
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