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Looking for French reading content? Check out Culturethèque, our e-library, and La Bibliothèque at the French Cultural Center.

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Upcoming Events

You don't have to speak French to participate in activities through the Alliance Française. We welcome everyone that is interested in learning and experiencing French and Francophile culture.

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Conversation du mardi

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Online

Bienvenue à La Conversation du Mardi!
La Conversation
 is held on Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise specified.  It is an opportunity to get to know each other and practice speaking French. 
In French, free for members and aspiring members.


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A Conversation with architectural Historian Jean-Claude Golvin

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Online

Jean-Claude Golvin trained as an architect, a city planner, an archaeologist and an historian.  His latest works feature restitutions of medieval Paris, including Notre-Dame Cathedral and its surroundings during the 15th century.
In English - for members





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Pétanque Contest

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French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$10.00 USD
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Due to the rain, our Pétanque Contest has been rescheduled  to November 7.
Join us for a morning of friendly competition, French flair, and possibly some very serious discussions about croissants.  Our Panaché tournament means players will be paired randomly for each game, so everyone gets a chance to mix, mingle, and play with different partners.
No need to be a pro; just bring your enthusiasm (and your boules, if you have them). Coffee, tea and water will be available.  
Bilingual - $10/person
Space is limited!


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Café

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

Join us at the Alliance Française for casual French conversation with fellow members.
We provide coffee and tea, and the library is open!
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
In French - For members and aspiring members
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Balade en Français

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William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617

Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!
Umstead Park Sal's Branch Trail
Sal's Branch Trail is a 2.5 mile loop located on the northeastern side of Umstead State Park - enter from the Crabtree entrance.  The trail offers a gentle stroll through pines and hardwoods, and starts at the Visitor Center. There is ample parking space in front of the Visitor Center.  Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome!  
Note: The walk may be canceled in the event of rain.
In French.  For members and aspiring members.







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Balade du Dimanche (Wilmington)

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Wrightsville Beach Pavillion, Wrightsville Beach

Bienvenue aux Balades du dimanche ! Every second Sunday of the month at 2 p.m., weather permitting, we will meet at a different area of New Hanover County to walk and speak French. Each walk will go for forty-five minutes to an hour; those who want to walk more are certainly free to do so ! The walks will be easy and on mostly level ground to make conversation easy ! 
Free and open to all levels of French





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