Explore Upcoming French Events in Boston
In-Person
Vernissage & Opening Reception: Cécile Ganne
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for the reopening of our gallery space at the French Library, featuring French painter Cécile Ganne, a distinctive voice in Boston’s contemporary art scene.
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SOLD OUT A Jazz Evening with Jacques Schwarz-Bart
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Join us to celebrate the launch of Jacques Schwarz-Bart’s powerful new trio project, Resistance.
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L'Heure du Conte
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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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English Book Club - Abdellah Taïa
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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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From Enlightenment Ideas to the Age of Revolutions
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Join Harvard historian Robert Darnton for a conversation on revolutionary thought and the “cult of America” in eighteenth-century France.
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Abstract Landscape Painting Workshop with Cécile Ganne
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Art lovers, join us for a creative and inspiring night with artist Cécile Ganne!
Wine Seminar - Loire Valley
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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.
In-Person
L'Heure du Conte
Saturday, June 6, 2026
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!
In-Person
Encore Tour: A French Lens on Art — Modernism Reimagined at the MFA
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Back by popular demand, take a private tour of the MFA in French and discover a curated selection of modern masterpieces. From the Fauves and Cubists to Expressionists and Surrealists, this visit offers a fresh perspective on modern art
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June Alors... Conversation Club
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
Online
Online Conversation Club
Friday, June 12, 2026
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.
In-Person
L'Heure du Conte
Saturday, June 13, 2026
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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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Theater Club in June
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
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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Ciné Club Series: Diplomacy by Volker Schlöndorff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
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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June Game Club: Pictionary Night
Thursday, June 18, 2026
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for our Pictionary night! Test your knowledge of French vocabulary as well as your drawing skills with this fun and laid-back evening!
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L'Heure du Conte
Saturday, June 20, 2026
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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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Le club des lecteurs : Nancy Huston
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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.
In-Person
French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich
Thursday, June 25, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Learn to prepare a refreshing melon & mint gazpacho paired with classic Comté gougères in this hands-on cooking class, taught in French. Beginners welcome!
In-Person
L'Heure du Conte
Saturday, June 27, 2026
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
We invite parents and children to gather in the children's room of our library for a magical story time in French!
Wine Seminar - Liberté & Independence - A Transatlantic Wine Tasting
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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.
In-Person
An Evening at the French Table with Fernanda Tapia
Thursday, July 9, 2026
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
The French Library is delighted to present this new dining series through the Gastronomy & Wine program.
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Bastille Day Celebration 2026
Sunday, July 12, 2026
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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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Adrienne de La Fayette: A Woman at the Heart of Two Revolutions
Thursday, July 16, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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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Lafayette: A Reluctant Sailor
Thursday, September 10, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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.