To kick things off, join us for our Holiday
Potluck on
Dec.1st from 2 to 5 pm. It’s the perfect way to ease into the season, enjoy great food, and be among francophile friends. We’ll also be
unveiling our new exhibition, featuring not one, but two talented local artists: Kathleen Hall and Jen Coon. Double
the talent, double the fun, and - who knows - maybe you'll find the perfect holiday gift you have been looking for.
Another gift idea this season is a gift
certificate with
your Alliance Française. You'll find options to gift a French class, membership, or just a $ amount that can be applied towards any
offering.
On December 6th, 6pm, Gallery
C in
downtown Raleigh invites you to an art opening featuring the French artist Fabienne
Delacroix.
Delacroix celebrated for her "Belle Époque" inspired scenes, paints in a naïve style that captures the elegance and charm of
Parisian life.
If you are craving more holiday cheers, be sure to mark your calendar for Cary Sister Cities'Holiday
Cheer and Wine gathering
- December 5th, 5:30pm. Then, on December 20th, head over to L'École'sWinter Market,
where you can find local treats and enjoy the seasonal magic.
We hope to see you there, ready to celebrate and indulge in some festive fun. In the meantime, we wish you all a happy Thanksgiving!
See all upcoming events here:
Wilmington Apéro
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Caprice Bistro
Join us for a French spin on Happy Hour!
Bilingual and open to all
Please register in advance - seating at the bar is limited to 15 people
Information Session – Aix-en-Provence Immersion Trip
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Online
Provence Is Calling! Join us for a Zoom information session to discover our upcoming French immersion trip to Aix-en-Provence, where
fountains sparkle, café terraces beckon, and the art of prendre son temps is practically a national sport. We'll walk you
through the program for our week in Aix, including French language and cultural immersion, local discoveries, and excursions into the
surrounding Provençal countryside.
In English - register to receive the Zoom link
French Cultural Center - 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$10.00 USD
Due to rain in the weather forecast, our Pétanque Contest has been rescheduled from October 3 to October 17.
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!
RSVP Deadline has passed.
Café Chansons
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
Join us for Café Chansons - a casual singalong where everyone is welcome. No singing experience (or perfect
pitch) required!
We’ll sing beloved French classics and contemporary favorites; from Piaf to Zaz. Whether you’re a karaoke star or just like to mumble
along, there’s a place for you. All levels of French welcome! Got an instrument? Bring it along and jam with us! Click
Register to see our current list of songs. In French, free for all.
French Cultural Center 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
$65.00 USD
Celebrate the changing season in this whimsical watercolor workshop inspired by the beautiful leaves of fall. Instructor Lynda
Chambers
will lead you through fun watercolor techniques and graceful hand lettering as you capture the colors and charm of autumn on paper. Never
picked up a paintbrush before? No worries! No previous experience is needed - and no raking either. In English - $45 Members | $65 Non-Members
Join Laurent Drouhin, our Burgundy-born wine expert, for a delicious tour of one of France’s most legendary wine regions.
We’ll taste 6wines - 3 reds and 3 whites -and discover what makes Burgundy so fascinating,
one glass at a time.
Bilingual - $30 member - $40 - limited to 12 participants
Sold Out.
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.
Get ready for a sensory adventure through the French Alps! Discover the spectacular flora, fascinating fauna, and
breathtaking geography of this iconic mountain region through a rich visual presentation and captivating stories told in French. Don’t
worry if your French isn’t quite at summit level yet: questions and answers will be welcome in both French and English!
In French - $80 - $75 members -
includes a perfume kit mailed before the masterclass
