November 2024 Newsletter
This November, the Alliance is thrilled to offer you a delightful distraction from the election chaos - because sometimes, a break from the noise is exactly what we all need.
Classical music lovers are invited to the Goodson Chapel in Durham on November 14, 7 PM, for a Tribute to Gabriel Fauré, honoring the centenary of his passing. This free piano and violin concert is sponsored by the French Embassy and the Duke Department of Romance Studies.
While Thanksgiving may dominate the calendar at the end of November, there is another holiday the francophiles will want to celebrate: Beaujolais Nouveau Day! This year, we’re once again gathering at the Skema Business School on November 21 for a celebration of Beaujolais Nouveau. As everyone knows, the wine is merely a pretense, the true focus is on honoring tradition and bringing everyone together.
And don’t miss out on our special outing to the North Carolina Museum of Arts on November 23. We’ll explore the special exhibition "Venice & the Ottoman Empire," with our favorite docent Diane Beckman. This ambitious exhibit highlights the fascinating interactions between these two Mediterranean rivals in politics, art, technology, and even food.
Join us for the fun, stay for the culture, and let’s enjoy a month of togetherness!
Here is what else the Alliance has in store this month:
French "Polar"
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Le Polar (Crime Fiction) a Very French Specialty
Step into the shadowy world of le polar, France’s favorite brand of crime fiction, where detective
stories meet psychological thrillers and bleak noir. Join journalist Hélène Crié-Wiesner for a virtual talk that
promises mystery, intrigue, and a distinctly French twist.
In French - free for all
Register to receive the Zoom link
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Tribute to Ravel
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Duke University, Nelson music room, 1304 Campus Dr, Durham, NC 27708 |
Violinist Gabriel Richard and cellist Jesús Castro-Balbi will perform Ravel’s Sonata
alongside works by Jean Martinon, Henri Dutilleux, and Augusta Read Thomas. At the heart of the program is the world premiere of Five
Duos by
the eminent French composer Gilbert Amy, an inventive work dedicated to the performers themselves.
No need to register. Free for all.
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The Book of Esther at NCMA
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North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road Raleigh, NC 27607 |
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Join Docent Diane Beckman for a guided tour of the special exhibition The Book of Esther in the Age of
Rembrandt
The tour is held entirely in French. $10 member - $15 future member
Because this is a special exhibition, you must purchase your ticket from the museum before the tour here:
https://ncartmuseum.org/the-book-of-esther-in-the-age-of-rembrandt/
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Walk in French
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Carl Alwin Schenck Memorial Forest - Reedy Creek Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 |
Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!
Carl Alwin Schenck Memorial Forest
Reedy Creek Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27607
Note: The walk may be canceled in the event of rain.
In French. For members and aspiring members.
Finally, Finally French
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Join us for a lively online conversation with acclaimed author Mark Greenside, as he presents his long-awaited new
book, I Am Finally, Finally French. He’ll be interviewed by fellow author and returning guest Janet Hulstrand, author of Demystifying the French, whose own experiences in France promise a dynamic and engaging dialogue. In English - free, for members only.
TEF Canada
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
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TEF Canada
To immigrate to Canada or obtain Canadian citizenship.
Oral Compr. 40 min
Written Compr. 60 min
Oral Expression - 15 min
Written Expression - 60 min
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Franco American Wine Challenge
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City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601 |
Toast to friendship at RSC’s beloved annual wine challenge! Enjoy wine tasting, good company, and charcuterie while browsing the City of Raleigh Museum. After a blind wine tasting, you will vote for your favorite wine, and at the end of the event, we will reveal which wine is American and French. $45/person
Club de Lecture
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Our Club de Lecture is held online once a month.
This month's selection is Khalil
de Yasmina Khadra
In French - For members only. Non-members are welcome to try the Club de Lecture twice.
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.