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Highlight of the Week Talk & Book Signing Lauded French landscape architect Louis Benech—known for his work on Paris’ Tuileries Garden as well as his contemporary reinterpretation of a Château de Versailles garden—will share insights into his unique garden designs in an exclusive talk celebrating his new book, Louis Benech: Twelve French Gardens. Moderated by Paula Deitz, garden writer & cultural critic. In English. |
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À table Meet chefs Alain Ducasse and Anita Lo, along with Maguy Le Coze, co-owner of Le Bernardin, and learn how they have shaken up the New York culinary scene. |
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Talk & Book Signing France’s best-selling novelist Marc Levy presents his new thriller, Replay on the occasion of its release in English. Enjoy a glass of champagne after the talk! |
Wine Tour de France Discover how place influences taste during this wine and cheese pairing exploring the concept of terroirs. Enjoy six wines, delicious breads, cheese, and charcuterie. |
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CinéSalon Introduced at 7:30pm by director Alex Ross Perry. |
Special Screening Catch a special screening of Marin Karmitz–A Life at the Movies and enjoy an exclusive conversation with Karmitz himself, one of France’s most important film producers. |
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Special Sneak Preview Watch as a young Yves Saint Laurent transforms into one of the most important names in haute couture in this captivating story about the making of an icon. |
Special Sneak Preview Never before released in the U.S., this “beautiful and bittersweet romantic comedy” (Variety) is part of Eric Rohmer’s acclaimed series Tales of the Four Seasons. |
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Spring Classes & Workshops Two-Week Immersion Classes Beginner and Advanced Beginner French immersion classes are offered over two-week periods in Manhattan. Classes are held Monday through Friday in the mornings for three hours. Grammar, Sat, May 24 & 31 • June 7 |
Summer Classes in Manhattan It’s time to plan your French staycation! All your favorite classes are offered with even more flexibility over the summer with new classes starting every two weeks. Need to learn French faster? Take 2-week immersion classes and cover multiple levels quickly. Prefer a slower pace? Take a 3-hour or 1. 5-hour per week class over 5 weeks or 10 weeks. Want to try something new? Take a workshop or check out exciting specialized courses like Etude d’une oeuvre littéraire, Culture & Civilization, and more! |
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Spring Workshops for Toddlers Les petits artistes (ages 2–4) Les petits chefs (ages 2–4) |
Summer Day Programs Send your young explorateurs on a journey of French discovery with day programs led by experienced teachers and guest artists. Full of fun activities like cooking, yoga, museum visits, and more! Groups also offered for Native French-Speakers. |
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Rendez-Vous at Provence en Boite Join us for Rendez-Vous in Brooklyn and enjoy a fun evening of conversation en français, delicious wines, and tasty amuse-bouches. |
Summer Classes in Brooklyn For the first time, FIAF will offer summer classes in Brooklyn! With 5 and 10-week regular French classes, as well as Conversation & Grammar classes, it’s easy to find the perfect class to fit into your summer plans! |
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Meet the Author France’s best-selling novelist Marc Levy comes to Montclair to present his new thriller Replay. Talk will be in English and will be followed by a book signing and a glass of wine. |
Summer Classes for Adults, Kids, Adults have the choice of convenient 5 and 10-week French language and Conversation & Grammar classes, while kids (ages 5-10) and teens (ages 11-17) can enjoy French immersion and cultural fun over 1 or 2-week sessions throughout the summer! |
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Take Home a Delicious Cheese Basket! Become a FIAF Member or renew your Membership by May 31 and receive a basket of cheeses, including Roquefort Société, a rich and creamy Président Camembert, and a crumbly white Valbreso feta. |
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Library Programs in French Contes et confettis (ages 3–6) Cercles de lecture (ages 18+) (Advanced Beginner A2) Faites vos jeux ! Scrabble (ages 18+) |
Meet the Author Author of the bestselling Hungry for Paris, Alexander Lobrano comes to FIAF to present his newest book. The veteran food writer and savvy bon vivant will serve as your guide to exploring the best delicacies across France. In English. |
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Special Offer FRANCE 24, the international news and current affairs television channel, wants to get to know you, and learn about how you consume news. Complete a quick and easy survey and you’ll be entered in a prize-drawing to win a dream trip for two to Paris! |
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Stranger than Fiction FIAF Members: $13 • Present your FIAF card at the IFC Box Office. One discounted ticket per member limit. |
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