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The Best Youth Bandes Dessinées of the 2000s – a Mini Guide to French-Belgian Popular Culture
Growing up in France, bandes dessinées or BDs (comic books) were a staple on my bookshelf. Now, you may already know that bandes dessinées are…
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Theater Club in April
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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French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich
Relax and have fun in the kitchen!
Celebrate Francophonie Month in the kitchen. Learn to prepare a shrimp palombo and a coconut flan infused with Madagascar vanilla in this festive, hands-on cooking class -in French!
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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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Encountering Paris through a Cinematic Coup de foudre, by Ericka Knudson
At seventeen, I embarked on a whirlwind trip to Europe with my German teacher and a group from my high school, convinced it might be…
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Ciné Club Series: White Material by Claire Denis
Presentation and discussion with Mariel Iezzoni
Don't miss this special screening of White Material, a remarkable collaboration between filmmaker Claire Denis and novelist Marie Ndiaye
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SOLD OUT Mothers, Daughters, and the Supernatural: A Conversation with Marie NDiaye
In partnership with Villa Albertine
Don’t miss a rare Boston appearance by Prix Goncourt–winning author Marie NDiaye, one of the most acclaimed voices in contemporary French literature. In conversation with Shuchi Saraswat, she will discuss her latest novel in English The Witch.
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Five Things I Learned from Our Guest Chefs and Sommeliers
After producing dozens of pâtisserie classes, wine seminars, and chef-led cooking classes this past year, I realized that even when you’re the one organizing the…
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The Adriatic Affair: A French Shipwreck, an American Mystery, and the Deep-Sea Discovery
Author Talk and Book Signing
A deadly collision in the fog off Nantucket, a trial that captivated France and America, and a shipwreck buried for nearly two centuries—Jennifer N. Sellitti brings the story of Le Lyonnais back to life.
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An Evening at the French Table
GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY
The French Library is delighted to present this new dining series through the Gastronomy & Wine program.
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Pierre-Henry Gomont in Conversation: Soviet Land
In partnership with Villa Albertine
Celebrate the release of the new English translation of Soviet Land with Pierre-Henry Gomont. Set in post-Soviet Russia, this tragicomic thriller follows two small-time swindlers navigating the ruins of a vanished utopia.
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(Sold Out) A French Lens on Art — Modernism Reimagined at the MFA
An Exclusive Tour by Isabelle Slotine
Take a private tour of the MFA led in French, and discover a curated selection of modern masterpieces. This visit offers a fresh perspective on modern art; between imagination, abstraction, and bold new forms of expression.
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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!
Event
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!
Event
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!
Event
English Book Club - Abdellah Taïa
In-person, Indoor Event in English
Join us at the French Library for a conversation on Salvation Army by Abdellah Taïa. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on June 2nd, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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English Book Club - Émile Zola
In-person, Indoor Event in English
Join us at the French Library for a conversation on The Belly of Paris by Émile Zola. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on April 21st, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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English Book Club - Annie Ernaux
In-person, Indoor Event in English
Join us at the French Library for a conversation on "The Years" by Annie Ernaux. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on March 17th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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The French Library Launches an English Collection
As everyone must know, you don’t need to speak French to visit the French Library and enjoy a lot of what we offer. It’s becoming…
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Soirée Francophonie 2026: Discovering Francophone Cultures
Mix and Mingle with Boston’s Francophones
Join us at the French Library for a special evening celebrating Francophonie Month 2026! Connect with members of Boston's Francophone community and institutions during a festive meet-and-greet honoring the richness of the French language and Francophone cultures.
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French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich
Relax and have fun in the kitchen!
What is more French and fun than enjoying cooking with your friends? With this series, you will learn how to make essentials of the French cuisine : soupe au pistou, the iconic Provençal vegetable soup, and finish with a refreshing passion fruit tart.
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(SOLD OUT) The Art of Duck in French Cooking with Chef Jérôme Bergère
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 a focus on different regions of France. Alsace is famous for its hearty, rustic dishes that combine rich flavors with a deep appreciation for locally sourced ingredients.
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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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Osez Écrire : A Creative Writing Workshop en français
With Félicie Petit-Nivard
Whether you're just getting started or looking to refine your craft, discover tools and inspiration to bring your words to life in this four-session creative writing workshop, led in French by storyteller Félicie Petit-Nivard, followed by a celebratory evening to share participants’ writing.
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(SOLD OUT) Chocolate and Champagne ~ Valentine Week Chocolate Truffle and Confection Class
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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Rhone Wine Seminar: Taste the Contrast of North & South flavors
GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY
The French Library is delighted to present this educational class from our Gastronomy & Wine program. Guided by excellence, this program is designed to educate you in the fine art of cooking, pairing, and oenology with experts.
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La Chandeleur at the French Library
An Apple Cider Tasting and Crêpes Evening
Explore the art of apple cider through a France vs. United States tasting, paired with authentic crêpes bretonnes.
French Summer Program Experiences in Boston
Give your child a full immersion experience of summer fun and learning! Our Summer in French program's weekly themed sessions are the perfect way to improve your child's skills and confidence in French, no matter their age or level.
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