Volunteer in Boston: Promote French Culture

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

November Game Club: Trivia Night

Thursday, November 5, 2026 See More

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!

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Assist with set-up, guest check-in, assist activities, and clean-up.

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Casual.

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Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Thursday, November 5, 2026 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 See More

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.

Duties

Assist with check-in, assist musician, buffet, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

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Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 6:00 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Behind the Curtain : Le Porteur d'Histoire

Thursday, November 12, 2026 See More

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.

Duties

Check-in, bar, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Thursday, November 12, 2026 6:00 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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November Alors... Conversation Club

Friday, November 13, 2026 See More

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

Duties

Assist with set-up, guest check-in, and clean-up.

Dress Code

Casual

Skills

Any level of French is welcome

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Friday, November 13, 2026 6:00 PM To 8:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Library Book Sale - November 2026

Saturday, November 14, 2026 See More

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!

Duties

Set up, carry books and sale

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Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:00 AM To 11:30 AM 3 Points Volunteer

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Saturday, November 14, 2026 11:15 AM To 2:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:15 PM To 5:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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The Old Fire: On Writing, Memory, and Belonging

Monday, November 16, 2026 See More

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

Duties

Assist with set-up, check-in, wine service, and break down

Dress Code

Casual

Skills

Flexibility to assist in various capacities as needed, including moving chairs and tables.

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Monday, November 16, 2026 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Ciné Club: Auction by Pascal Bonitzer

Thursday, November 19, 2026 See More

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

Duties

Assist with set-up, pop-corn, check-in, bar service, break down

Dress Code

Business casual

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Thursday, November 19, 2026 5:30 PM To 9:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Beaumarchais: Playwright, Secret Agent, Revolutionary

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 See More

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

Duties

Check-in, bar, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

Skills

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 5:15 PM To 8:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Marché de Noël – French Holiday Gift Market

Saturday, December 5, 2026 See More

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.

Duties

Assist with set-up, guest check-in, mulled wine/hot cider preparation, vendor lunch set-up, membership table and clean-up.

Dress Code

Casual

Skills

N/A

Date Possible Shifts Shifts Points

Saturday, December 5, 2026 9:00 AM To 1:00 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Saturday, December 5, 2026 12:30 PM To 4:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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Casse-Noisette: A Holiday Tale in Music

Wednesday, December 9, 2026 See More

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.

Duties

Assist with craft table, check-in, refreshments, and breakdown.

Dress Code

Business casual

Skills

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Wednesday, December 9, 2026 5:00 PM To 7:30 PM 3 Points Volunteer

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