Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
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Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market
Celebrate the season French style, with crafts, stories, and festive fun!
A joyful day of shopping, tasting, and celebration for all ages; discover artisanal gifts from local vendors, enjoy hands-on crafts and story time for kids, and sample fine food, wine, and French spirits in a festive holiday atmosphere.
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Peau d’Âne’s Cake d’Amour: A French Cooking Class with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich
Holiday Fun for All Ages!
Create your own French tradition in Boston this holiday season: bake your very own Cake d’Amour, inspired by Peau d’Âne.
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Part of our Page to Screen series, join us for one of the French Library’s most beloved films of all time: Jacques Demy’s enchanting musical masterpiece Peau d’Âne.
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Art de la Table: Setting the Scene for the Holidays
GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY
The French Library is delighted to present this cooking class from our new 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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(SOLD OUT) French Winter Cheeses: A Wine & Pairing Cheese Seminar
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. During this event, discover the robust world of French winter cheeses, each carefully chosen to highlight the unique textures and flavors, and learn the methods of selecting the perfect wine accompaniment.
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After the Fire: The Restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris with Philippe Villeneuve (in French)
(Online via Zoom)
This lecture will provide a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most significant architectural restoration projects of our time, describing the painstaking process behind the meticulous rebuilding and restoration of the cathedral, from the careful documentation of architectural elements to the revival of centuries-old craftsmanship techniques.
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December Champagne Wine Seminar
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for the next Wine Seminar, dedicated to the Champagne region of France. 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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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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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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Members are invited to ring in the holiday season at the French Library. Meet and mingle with your fellow members while enjoying French wine, hors d'œuvres, and sweet treats.
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We invite you to join the first edition of our Silent Book Club in French on December 16th. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive into a good book while enjoying a peaceful atmosphere with fellow reading enthusiasts.
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Join us at the French Library for a conversation about 14 by Jean Echenoz. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on December 17th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Wine Seminar - A Festive Tour of Classic French Wines
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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After the Fire: The Redesign of the Surroundings of Notre-Dame de Paris with Bas Smets
(Online via Zoom)
Part 3 of our Before and After series looks to the future of Notre-Dame’s surroundings. In 2022, the City of Paris chose Bas Smets and his team to redesign the public spaces around the cathedral. He will present plans for the forecourt, underground areas, the Jean XXIII garden, and the riverbanks—an ambitious project designed to create a cooler microclimate.
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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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Americans Abroad: Preparing for Life in Europe
A Practical Webinar with Arielle Tucker
Are you a U.S. citizen or dual national planning to relocate to Europe, especially Switzerland? Join Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, for a clear and practical webinar on understanding the financial landscape abroad.
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Ciné Club Series: 'La Page Blanche' by Murielle Magellan
Presentation and discussion with Félicie Petit-Nivard
From the graphic novel by Pénélope Bagieu, La Page Blanche follows a young woman who wakes up with no memory and must piece her life back together. In this playful and tender adaptation, Murielle Magellan turns an amnesiac mystery into a vibrant story of reinvention and self-discovery.
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Matisse at War: Art and Resistance in Nazi-Occupied France
Book Talk with Christopher C. Gorham
In Matisse at War, acclaimed author Christopher C. Gorham uncovers the untold story of the Matisse family’s courage and the artist’s daring creative reinvention during the Nazi Occupation. An evening of art, intrigue, and resilience you won’t want to miss.
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Spring 2026 French Wine Essentials Course
Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey
Join us in our Victorian Founder's Room for the first French Wine Essentials collaboration with the Commonwealth Wine School!
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Award-winning author Elaine Sciolino returns with the updated Adventures in the Louvre, enriched by new insights into the recent Louvre heist. Don’t miss this insider’s look at the secrets and stories behind the world’s most iconic museum.
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Art lovers, join us for a creative and inspiring night with artist, Cécile Ganne!
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