Events Calendar

Thursday, September 21, 2023 4:30 PM To 5:30 PM

Join us in reading J'irai cracher sur vos tombes by Boris Vian. You will discover a scandalous book written in only 10 days!

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Story Time

L'Heure du Conte

French story time!

Saturday, September 23, 2023 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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Tuesday, September 26, 2023 5:00 PM To 7:00 PM

What is more French and fun than enjoying an apéro with your friends? With this series, you will learn how to make 3 essentials of the apéro time: les choux, les verrines et les tartelettes.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023 4:30 PM To 5:30 PM

The French Library is pleased to welcome you for an afternoon of cartoons in French with our sponsor TV5 Monde.

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Member Event

Theater Club in September

In-person, Indoor Event in French

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 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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Friday, September 29, 2023 2:00 PM To 3:00 PM

Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.

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Friday, September 29, 2023 6:30 PM To 8:00 PM

The French Library is pleased to welcome Lebanese author, Joseph Kai for a discussion of his latest book: Restless (English translation of L’Intranquille). We will dive into Joseph’s own story based in Beirut, Lebanon.

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Concert

Dancing Off The Page at the French Library

In-person French party in English and in French

Friday, October 6, 2023 7:00 PM To 9:30 PM

Looking for that perfect Friday night plan? Kick-off your weekend with our beloved Dancing Off the Page! Move to the beat while you enjoy live music, wine, and French delicatessen. Bring your crew or come alone to meet new friends and enjoy this one-of-a-kind "French" night! Let’s party en français !

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Discussion Group

October Alors... Conversation Club

In-person, Indoor Event in French

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 6:30 PM To 7:30 PM

Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us for our popular members-only conversation gathering.

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Wine Seminar

Tour The Best French Vineyards - Educational Wine Seminar

Part of the NEW French Library Gastronomy & Wine program

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM

Travel to French vineyards and taste delectable wines without leaving Boston’s Back Bay during this wine tasting; you will feel as if you’re transported to the beautiful French countryside during our educational wine soirée.

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023 6:00 PM To 7:30 PM

Join us in reading Combray , the first chapter of Marcel Proust's Du côté de chez Swann. You will discover the ultimate French classic.

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Thursday, October 12, 2023 6:30 PM To 8:00 PM

Join MFA French Associate Guide, Isabelle Slotine, who will reveal the secrets of iconic Palais de Versailles. Isabelle has prepared two remarkable conferences for the French Library.

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Thursday, October 19, 2023 4:30 PM To 5:30 PM

Join us in reading Combray the first chapter of Marcel Proust's Du côté de chez Swann. You will discover the ultimate French classic

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Thursday, October 19, 2023 6:30 PM To 8:00 PM

Join MFA French Associate Guide, Isabelle Slotine, who will reveal the secrets of iconic Palais de Versailles. Isabelle has prepared two remarkable conferences for the French Library.

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Friday, October 20, 2023 2:00 PM To 3:00 PM

Seeking opportunities to speak French? Join us online for our popular members-only conversation gathering.

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023 5:00 PM To 7:00 PM

What is more French and fun than enjoying an apéro with your friends? With this series, you will learn how to make 3 essentials of the apéro time: les choux, les verrines et les tartelettes.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023 5:00 PM To 7:00 PM

What is more French and fun than enjoying an apéro with your friends? With this series, you will learn how to make 3 essentials of the apéro time: les choux, les verrines et les tartelettes.

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Book Sale

Library Book Sale

New and used books in French

Saturday, November 18, 2023 10:00 AM To 4:00 PM

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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