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January 2021
Zéro Faute! Online French Dictée
Register here! Are you ready for our collaborative Online dictée à la française and challenge your French writing in a fun way. Have a seat, grab a pen and a paper and listen to the short text read by Violaine de Landes. When you have finished your dictée, you will collaborate in teams to re-read and edit your rough draft before the collective correction. Alors à vos stylos! With Violaine de Landes Tuesday | January 26| 5:00 - 6:30 pm -…
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French Slang, Part 2 Online workshop
Register here! “Les paluches”, “la caboche” and “s’emmeler les pinceaux” don’t mean anything to you, then this French Slang Workshop, the Sequel is for you! Every culture has its own way of expressing itself that is not taught in the classroom. Let’s forget about the textbooks, grammar and perfect spelling and learn to chat, joke, flirt and how to be cool just like a native French speaker. In this workshop you will explore the common French slang words and how…
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La chanson française – Serge Gainsbourg part 1 : les années 60
Register here! Discover French artists and get to know their hits! Dive into the life and career of one of the most iconic French artists, singer and songwriter Serge Gainsbourg. Explore his writing and styles in various songs. You will have the chance to discover its influence on modern French music throughout two major decades, the sixties and seventies. WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 3 | 5:00 - 6:30PM INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LEVELS MEMBERS$20/ NON MEMBERS $35 with Emma Hirai Register here!…
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French History Series Chapter 1 : Le Moyen-Âge Online Workshop
Register here! Discover key moments in the history of France, from its birth to the present day. Explore French history through impactful historical events. Dive into French arts culture through studies of architecture. Discover French societal structure through economic and social ways. French history will no longer be a mystery to you. With Violaine de Landes Thursday | February 4 | 11am - 12:30pm Intermediate | Advanced Levels Members $20| Non Members $35 Register here!…
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Club du Livre Online – February
Register here! Join us to discuss Mademoiselle de Malepeire, a 19th century novel by Fanny Reybaud. Meet our special guest speaker, Barbara Basbanes Richter, who recently translated a brand new edition of this romance and murder mystery. Wednesday | February 10 | 11:00am-12:30 pm Intermediate level recommended Members $5 | Non Members 15 Moderated by Andrea Taylor-Brochet Register here!…
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Les Actrices du Cinéma Français Part 2 Online Workshop
Register here! If you are a French film buff interested in discovering French actresses from the 60’s to today, join us for a trip down memory lane! French actresses such as Brigitte Bardot, Catherine Deneuve and Isabelle Huppert symbolize French glamour all over the world. a few actresses have reached an iconic status in the heart of many French people : Annie Girardot, Mireille Darc or Josiane Balasko... Join us for a trip down memory lane through photos, video clips,…
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A Night of Short French Films Online
Register here! In partnership with Theatre Raymond Kabbaz, we present the enormously popular Night of Short French Films with a selection of shorts from the top short film festivals in France, including one César nomination. Over the years, we have created a gathering place for short film enthusiasts in the heart of Los Angeles. This year will be no different with a selection that celebrates excellence in short film making. This year we’re introducing Audience Awards, where the audience votes…
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French Idioms Online Workshop
Register here! Our popular French idioms online workshop has returned. Speaking like a native requires more than mastering grammar and standard vocabulary. Idioms will add spice and humor to your French speaking and writing skills. Join us for an entertaining session to discover a whole new selection of idiomatic expressions. With Veronique Courtois Thursday | February 25| 11 am - 12:30 pm Level: Intermediate & Advanced Members $20 | Non Members $35 Register here!…
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French Literature for Teens – Chapter 1
Register here! Improve your speaking and reading comprehension through exhilarating French literature. Students will read and discuss texts from a variety of genres—short fantasy, historic French stories, poetry and comics. Open to advanced level students and above. Thursday | February 25 | 5:00 - 6:30pm - Led by Violaine de Landes - $45 member | $55 non member Register here! …
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Cine Salon Online – March
Register here! Movie : Tomboy Synopsis: Posing as a boy with the kids in her new community, ten-year-old Laure enjoys playing about as a lad, despite the challenges this sometimes presents. However, the truth cannot remain hidden and the games have to end Where to watch: https://www.kanopy.com/product/tomboy https://www.vudu.com/content/movies/details/Tomboy/311953 https://vimeo.com/ondemand/tomboy HOW DOES IT WORK? We have chosen a film for you to view at home; our selections are available via various streaming services. Every participant must watch the film before the discussion at a time that fits…
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Influence de la France et du Français en Afrique de l’Ouest
Register here! Influence de la France et du Français en Afrique de l'Ouest Sunday April 25 | 1 pm Register here!…
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