French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF): Your Week at FIAF: French Cuisine Superstars, Summer Kids Programs, Sneak Previews, and Much More!

Highlight of the Week

Talk & Book Signing
The Greats of French Cuisine in NY
Wed, June 4 at 7pm

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From Jacques Pépin to André Soltner, many French chefs have chosen New York City as the place to pursue their craft.

On June 4, meet some of the great figures of French cuisine in Manhattan, including chefs Alain Ducasse and Anita Lo, along with Maguy Le Coze, co-owner of Le Bernardin, and learn how they have shaken up the culinary scene

Talk & Book Signing
Marc Levy: Replay
Mon, June 9 at 7pm
Info & Tickets

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
Tasty Terroirs
Thu, June 12 at 7pm
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Discover how place influences taste during this wine and cheese pairing exploring the concept of terroirs. Enjoy six wines, delicious breads, cheese, and charcuterie.

CinéSalon
The Rendez-Vous of Déjà Vu
Tue, June 3 at 4 & 7:30pm
Info & Tickets • Free for FIAF Members

Introduced at 7:30pm by author Guy Sorman.
Wine reception following both screenings.
Related: Cinema Workshops at 5:45pm

Special Tribute Screening
Marin Karmitz – A Life at the Movies
Fri, June 6 at 7pm
Info & Tickets • Free for FIAF Members

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.

Special Sneak Preview
Yves Saint Laurent
Wed, June 11 at 7:30pm
Info & Tickets • Free for FIAF Members

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
A Summer’s Tale / Conte d’Eté
Wed, June 18 at 7:30pm
Info & Tickets • Free for FIAF Members

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.

FIAF First Tuesdays
June 3 • Free for FIAF Members!

CinéSalon: The Rendez-Vous of Déjà Vu
4 & 7:30pm, Florence Gould Hall

Meet the Author: Alexander Lobrano
6–7pm, Haskell Library (sold out)

Free French Workshops
6:15 & 7pm, 6th Floor

Rendez-Vous
6:30–8:30pm, Le Skyroom

Become a FIAF Member & Take Home
a Basket of Delicious Cheeses!

Last chance! Join FIAF in May and receive a basket of cheeses, including Roquefort Société, a rich and creamy Président Camembert, and a crumbly Valbreso feta.

Join or renew with code “FROMAGE14” by May 31

Upcoming Workshops for Toddlers

Les petits artistes (ages 2–4)
Sat, 1:30–2:30pm • June 7, 14, 21
Toddlers create paintings and sculptures, while being introduced to works of art from around the world. The last workshop includes a visit to the Met Museum.

Les petits chefs (ages 2–4)
Wed, 3–4pm • June 4, 11, 18
Thu, 9:30–10:30am • June 5, 12, 19
Toddlers discover the flavors of the season by making sweet & savory treats at hands-on cooking workshops.

Summer Day Programs
for Toddlers, Kids & Teens
June 16–August 29
One, Two, and Four-week Sessions!
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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.
Multiple-session and sibling discounts available.

Spring Immersion Classes
June 9–20 • Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm
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Complete a full level of French in just two weeks with FIAF’s French immersion classes in Manhattan.

Spring Workshops
Cinema/Film, Tue, June 3, 10 & 17
Grammar, Sat, June 7
Phonetics, Mon, June 16

Summer Classes in Manhattan
June 30–September 19
Two, Five, and Ten-week Sessions!
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Plan your French staycation! All your favorite classes are offered with even more flexibility over the summer. Need to learn French faster? Take a 2-week immersion class and cover multiple levels quickly. Prefer a slower pace? Take a 5 or 10-week class. Check out specialized courses like Etude d’une oeuvre littéraire, and more!

Library Programs for Kids

à petits pas: Story Hour (ages 2–3)
Thu, June 5 at 11:30am

L’Heure du conte (ages 3–6)
Thu, June 5 at 3:45pm

Library Programs for Adults

Cercles de lecture (Advanced Beginner A2)
Thu, June 5 at 6:30pm: Michel Strogoff by Jules Verne

Faites vos jeux ! Scrabble
Thu, June 12 at 6:30pm

Rendez-Vous at Provence en Boite
Thu, June 12, from 7–9pm
Provence en Boite, 263 Smith Street, Brooklyn
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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
June 30–September 8
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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 your summer plans.

Talk & Book Signing in Montclair
Marc Levy
Fri, June 6 at 7pm
Van Vleck House & Gardens
Info & Tickets

France’s best-selling novelist Marc Levy comes to Montclair to present his new thriller Replay. Followed by a book signing and a glass of wine. In English.

Summer Classes for Adults, Kids,
and Teens in New Jersey
June 30–September 8
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Adults have the choice of convenient 5 and 10-week 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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