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The TEF provides confirmation of one’s level of competency in French in any professional, academic or mobility-related context.  

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Enhance your French learning experience with Frantastique, a fun, personalized e-learning app designed to fit your schedule.

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Clubs and Events

Experience French culture firsthand by participating in our dynamic clubs and attending special events, designed for language enthusiasts of all levels.

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Hosting Program

Host a French teenager in summer 2025.  Our program is open to all families residing in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area.

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Les Bibliothèques

Looking for French reading contents? Check out Culturethèque, our e-library, and La Bibliothèque at the French Cultural Center..

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Upcoming EVENTS

You don’t have to speak French to participate in activities through the Alliance Française. We welcome everyone that is interested in learning and experiencing French and Francophile culture.

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Pétanque Chez Nous

Pétanque Chez Nous

Join us for a game of pétanque!  No experience required.

6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

Free and open to all

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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Le Café

Le Café

Join us at the Alliance Française for casual French conversation with fellow members.

We provide coffee and tea, and the library is open!
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

In French - For members and aspiring members

No need to register

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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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Paris Goods

Paris Goods

A presentation about luxury retailing and the emergence of " Les Grands Magasins" of Paris with journalist Roger Mummert.

In English - free for AF members.

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Online

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Piano & Cello Recital

Piano & Cello Recital

Save the date for an evening of classical music as pianist - and fellow AF member - Rowena Mariano and cellist Jacob Wenger come together for a highly anticipated recital you won't want to miss.  The recital will be followed by a wine reception.

$35 per person
$45 per person at the door

North Carolina Museum of Art
East Building, SECU Auditorium

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North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
$35.00 USD

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Club de Lecture

Club de Lecture

Our Club de Lecture is held online once a month.

Books may be purchased from online sellers, or downloaded from Culturethèque.
Note, however, that not all books selected by the Club are available on Culturethèque.  Some books may be found at our library: 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613.

In French - For members only.  Non-members are welcome to try the Club de Lecture twice.


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Online

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Pétanque à Wine Authorities

Pétanque à Wine Authorities

Join us for a game of pétanque downtown Raleigh!  No experience required.

Free and open to all

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Wine Authorities

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The Time Is Always Now

The Time Is Always Now

Join Docent Diane Beckman for a guided tour of the new special exhibition The Time Is Always Now
The tour is held in French.

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North Carolina Museum of Art
10 Places Remaining

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Paris Lost and Found

Paris Lost and Found

What to do when life smacks you down? Head for Paris, of course! In this hilarious book, author Scott Dominic Carpenter returns to the scene of the crime with more tales of intrigue.
In English - free for members


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Online

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Walk in French

Walk in French

Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!

Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve
5229 Awls Haven Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614


Note: The walk may be canceled in the event of rain.

In French.  For members and aspiring members.


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Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve

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Conversation du mardi

Conversation du mardi

Bienvenue à La Conversation du Mardi!

La Conversation is held on Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise specified.

It is an opportunity to get to know each other and practice speaking French. 
In French, free for members and aspiring Members.

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Online

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Club de Lecture

Club de Lecture

Our Club de Lecture is held online once a month.

Books may be purchased from online sellers, or downloaded from Culturethèque.
Note, however, that not all books selected by the Club are available on Culturethèque.  Some books may be found at our library: 6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613.

In French - For members only.  Non-members are welcome to try the Club de Lecture twice.


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Online

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Ukulele Club

Ukulele Club

Imagine starting your day strumming cheerful tunes and singing your heart out.  Welcome to our Ukulele Club!
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

Ukulele Club is free for members.  Aspiring members are welcome to try it.


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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613

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