In-Person

Last tickets! America at 250: A French Lens on Art at the MFA

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Back by popular demand! Our September tour sold out quickly, so we are delighted to offer a second visit with Isabelle Slotine. Now with an audio tour system so you can follow along with ease.

In-Person

Theater Club in November

Wednesday, November 4, 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.

In-Person

November Game Club: Trivia Night

Thursday, November 5, 2026

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Join us for our members-only Trivia Night! Test your knowledge of pop culture, science, and other categories during this fun, French-themed game night!

In-Person

La Pause Café

Friday, November 6, 2026

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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.

In-Person

L'Heure du Conte

Saturday, November 7, 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

From Saint-Saëns to Britten: The Musical World of Verlaine

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Discover the poetry of Paul Verlaine through the music of Fauré, Debussy, Saint-Saëns, Britten, and more. French tenor Morgan Manifacier bring Verlaine’s words to life in this intimate recital.

In-Person

Behind the Curtain : Le Porteur d'Histoire

Thursday, November 12, 2026

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Join us for a special preview of Le Porteur d’Histoire, Alexis Michalik’s award-winning play, ahead of its November 13–15 performances at the Calderwood Pavilion in Boston.

In-Person

Books & Bottles Wine Seminar: The Food and Wines of France

Thursday, November 12, 2026

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

An elegant wine education series exploring France’s most important regions through the lens of culture, tradition, and taste. Each class embraces a region and incorporates a book as a narrative guide - framing the wines, places, and people that shaped France’s enduring wine culture. Across the series, we’ll move through key French regions in a cohesive tasting journey, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers a deeper, more intuitive understanding of French wine, guided by storytelling, expert insight, and shared conversation.

In-Person

November Alors... Conversation Club

Friday, November 13, 2026

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

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

Library Book Sale - November 2026

Saturday, November 14, 2026

10:00 AM to 3:30 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!

In-Person

The Old Fire: On Writing, Memory, and Belonging

Monday, November 16, 2026

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Join French-Swiss-Korean author Elisa Shua Dusapin for a conversation about her acclaimed new novel, The Old Fire, and her distinctive literary voice.

In-Person

French Culinary Atelier with Chef Cécile Penot Dietrich

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Take a culinary journey to Burgundy and learn to prepare classic gougères followed by elegant pears poached in red wine, in this hands-on cooking class taught in French.

In-Person

Le club des lecteurs : Charif Majdalani

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Caravansérail by Charif Majdalani. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on November 18th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Wine Seminar: Crémant

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Join us in our Gallery 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.

In-Person

Ciné Club: Auction by Pascal Bonitzer

Thursday, November 19, 2026

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

A long-lost masterpiece. A dark chapter of history. And a discovery that sends shockwaves through the Paris art world.

Online

Online Conversation Club

Friday, November 20, 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, November 21, 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

Beaumarchais: Playwright, Secret Agent, Revolutionary

Tuesday, November 24, 2026

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

The little-known story of the man behind Figaro and the secret French support that helped sustain the American Revolution.

In-Person

Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market

Saturday, December 5, 2026

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

A joyful day of shopping and celebration for all ages. Sip spiced apple cider, savor raclette, crêpes, and locally roasted coffee, and browse books at the Harvard Book Store stand. Find French-inspired gifts, from tea towels and silk scarves to handmade ceramics and Brittany sea salt. Kids can enjoy crafts and story time.

In-Person

French Lit Book Club - André Breton

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Join us at the French Library for a conversation on Nadja by André Breton. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on Tuesday, December 8, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

In-Person

Casse-Noisette: A Holiday Tale in Music

Wednesday, December 9, 2026

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

The Arpeggione Ensemble presents a magical mini Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky's music paired with French narration and illustrations from Dumas's Histoire d'un casse-noisette.

In-Person

Le club des lecteurs : Georges de Peyrebrune

Wednesday, December 16, 2026

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Join us at the French Library for a conversation about Victoire la Rouge by Georges de Peyrebrune. We invite you to read the book in its entirety and meet us on December 16th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

In-Person

On Voice and Translation: An Introduction

Tuesday, January 26, 2027

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

This three-part workshop series explores how translators bring an author’s voice into English through brief introductions, hands-on exercises, and group discussion, with a focus on tone, rhythm, and meaning.

In-Person

Translating Women's Voices

Thursday, February 11, 2027

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

This three-part workshop series explores how translators bring an author’s voice into English through brief introductions, hands-on exercises, and group discussion, with a focus on tone, rhythm, and meaning.

In-Person

Translating Humor and Wordplay

Thursday, March 11, 2027

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

This three-part workshop series explores how translators bring an author’s voice into English through brief introductions, hands-on exercises, and group discussion, with a focus on tone, rhythm, and meaning.