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AFMSP Executive Director Christina
in Washington for Macron Visit (updated)
Please note that
Alliance Française Executive Director Christina Selander Bouzouina attended
French President Emmanuel Macron's reception for the French community at the French Embassy and was invited to attend his
address to a joint session of Congress and the House of Representatives at the Capitol by Senator Tina Smith. She did not attend the dinner at the White House. We apologize for any confusion.
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Merci et au revoir Erik !
After three years of working at the
Alliance as our
Office Manager, Erik is off to a new adventure in Chicago at the end of May!
Thank you for your hard work and for being the face of the Alliance to so many. We will miss you!
In light of Erik's departure, we are seeking to hire a full-time
Office Manager/Receptionist. Please
visit our site to find out more details and to apply. Merci !
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Join the
Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul
on Wednesday, May 16
at 6 pm
at the
Metropolitan Ballroom
for our 9th annual gala benefit!
Be serenaded by master of Ceremonies Dan Chouinard as you savor a three-course Mediterranean meal! Bid on unforgettable experiences during the live auction!
Reserve your place today!
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Les Événements
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TEDx Tours: Utopies?
Friday, April 27
11 am to 4 pm
TEDx talks bring together experts to talk about ideas that impact society. Come to the Alliance for a live stream of Minneapolis' sister city Tours TEDx event!|
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Ciné Club: Wallay
Friday, April 27
7 to 9 pm
Ady is 13 years old and no longer listens to his father who has raised him alone. His father, running out of options, decides to send him to his uncle in Burkina Faso for the summer.
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Petit Déj
Saturday, May 5
9:30 to 11:30 am
Venez nombreux savourer un café et profiter des conversations en français dans La Grande Salle !
Breads brought to you by
Breadsmith
, baked fresh from scratch daily with only the finest ingredients.|
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Angels in Human Form:
Louise Dillery
Tuesday, May 8
6 to 8 pm
Join us to hear the incredible story of Louise Dillery, a Parisian-born Jewish woman who survived France under Nazi occupation.|Read More
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Spring Cooking Classes with Valérie
This Saturday's menu is Navarin d'Agneau and poires !
Join Valérie for cooking workshops throughout spring.
Next week, the class will prepare Tajine de poulet and corne de gazelle !
Classes are on
Mondays from 9 am to noon, Tuesdays from 6 to 9 pm and on
Saturdays from 1 to 4 pm.
Register here. $75/class or $240/4-class series.
DELF and DAEFLE Registration Open!
Need to demonstrate your level of French?
DELF registrations are open for the
June 4-7: DELF Junior A1-B2 for High School students! Registration opens on April 28 for the June 11-13: DELF A1-B2 for Adults exam!
Summer Intensive Classes and 5-Week Classes
Need to quickly improve your French for a trip or for work?
Fun Upcoming Workshops
Join
Damien this
Saturday, April 28 for a
If you are unsure of your pronunciation, this workshop is perfect for you! Try fun yet challenging phonetic exercises and leave feeling more confident!
Beginner 3+.
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Do you love
photography? Join
Alexie on
Saturday, May 5 from 1 to 4 for a
workshop on the art of famous French photographers.
Learn more about the most influential figures and even take inspired photos of your own!
Beginner 5+.
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French Classes in Rochester
We are delighted to offer classes in Rochester this spring!
For students with extensive French experience (B1 and higher).
Once a week for 90-minutes, for a duration of 5 weeks.
Wednesdays, May 9 to June 13
(no class May 16) 5 to 6:30 pm
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Two 90-minute meetings, one month apart, led by an AF Instructor. Read
La tête en friche by Marie-Sabine Roger
For students with extensive French experience (B1 and higher).
Saturdays, May 5 and June 2, 12:30 to 2 pm.
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Alliance Fran
çaise for Kids and Teens
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Register for Summer Camp!
Summer Camps are from June 18 - August 25
Register today! The
early bird discount for summer camp registration ends on
April 30.
We offer half-day programs for children and teens, for all levels of experience with French throughout the summer!
Apply for High School Scholarships at the Alliance
Événements pour les enfants et les Djeunes
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Les Petits Penseurs: la Vérité et
le Mensonge
Sunday, May 13
2:30 to 3:30 pm
A fun and engaging discussion group about the
real and imaginary worlds of children - en français !
This month's theme is "la vérité et le mensonge" or the
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Photo Workshop for Teens:
Street Photography
Saturday, May 19
4:30 to 6 pm
Let's take pictures together - en français !
Jonathan Charpentier
is a French photographer based in Minneapolis and will be leading this fun and engaging workshop. Instagram, here we come!
RSVP required before May 16: alexieb@afmsp.org| Read More
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Les Annonces
AFMSP Marketing Committee Seeking Members
Do you have an eye for marketing? Interested in helping publicity efforts at AFMSP succeed? The Marketing Committee is looking for members. Contact
Alan to inquire about this opportunity.
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Autour des Villes Jumelles
Tours WW1 Exhibit at the Hennepin County Government Center
Tours is Minneapolis' French sister city. Discover the role of Americans in Tours during the Second World War at this historic exhibit! Find out more
Thaïs Special Event with the Minnesota Opera and LOFTrecital
April 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, enjoy a curated musical experience celebrating the upcoming performances of Thaïs at the Minnesota Opera!
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Vietnamese Remembrance Day
Saturday, April 28 from 3 to 5 pm, join the Vietnamese Community of Minnesota at the Veterans Service of the state Capital for the commemoration of Black April in Vietnam.
More info
Host Family Opportunities with Vistas in Education
Vistas In Education is looking for host families in the Twin Cities and suburbs! They have French students coming this summer from ages 11 to 18 who are excited to see Minnesota and stay with warm and welcoming host families.
Please contact Laurel
with any questions and to apply.
Speechless by the Moving Company at the Lab Theater
See the play that the Star Tribune rated the "Best of 2017" at the Lab Theater this Spring! The show runs from May 10 to June 10.
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Childcare Opportunity for French Speaker Summer 2018
Interested in taking care of French-speaking kids and showing them around Minneapolis and the region, while improving your French? Helene's family will be
based in a house on the lake in Wayzata between
August 13 to August 24
. Contact Alan for more details.
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