Our calendar is packed with opportunities to improve your French skills, immerse yourself in the vibrant Francophone culture, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Don't miss out on our monthly social gatherings and themed celebrations that bring the community together.
Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!
Umstead Park Sal's Branch Trail
8801 Glenwood Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27617
Sal's Branch Trail is a 2.5 mile loop located on the northeastern side of Umstead State Park. The trail offers a gentle stroll through pines and hardwoods, and starts at the Visitor Center. There is ample parking space in front of the Visitor Center. Friendly
dogs on a leash are welcome!
Note: The walk may be canceled in the event of rain.
In French. For members and aspiring members.
Welcome to Duke's annual French Film Festival!
Each screening will be introduced by specialists and followed by an interdisciplinary Q&A session to foster dialogue.
Held at the Rubenstein Arts Center Film Theater at Duke University
The film series is free and open to the public.
With English subtitles
Join us at the Alliance Française for casual 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
Join us for a game of pétanque! No experience required.
6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
Free and open to all
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.
"Make Way for Berthe Weill: Art Dealer of the Parisian Avant-Garde," currently at the Grey Art
Museum,
New York University, shines a bright spotlight on an unsung hero who believed in the emerging artists of the early 20th century, even when she earned very little for her efforts. Picasso, Matisse, Modigliani, Fernand Léger, Diego Rivera, and Raul Dufy are among the best-known
artists in this exhibition.
A conversation with co-curator Lynn Gumpert, Director of the Grey Art Museum, and art historian Beth Gersh-Nesic, will shed light on Berthe Weill's biography, the artists included in the exhibition, and the fascinating backstory for this show.
In English - Free for members
Join us for a game of pétanque downtown Raleigh! No experience required.
Free and open to all
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.
Come celebrate La Chandeleur with us - the French tradition of indulging in delicious crepes!
📅 Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 2-4pm
📍 Location: 6320 Pleasant Pines Dr. Raleigh, NC 27613
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.
To whet our appetites for the Art in Bloom exhibition, scheduled for March
19–23, 2025, docent Diane Beckman will lead us on a tour of a dozen art works selected by NCMA in advance of the March
event.
Art in Bloom is a five-day floral fundraiser in support of the North Carolina Museum of Art which features the stunning creativity of floral designers from across the state and beyond. Floral designers interpret works of art in the People’s Collection.
In French
Book your spot early; space is limited!
The Federation of AF USA presents French Cinémathèque – a free hosted discussion in English about a French movie. This
month's selection is Le Comte de Monte Cristo (2024)
by directors Alexandre de La Patellière, Matthieu
Delaporte
In English - for members only.
Join us for a discussion with genealogist Lisa Elvin-Staltari of the Société des Filles du Roi et Soldats du Carignan who
will talk about the remarkable legacy of the Filles du Roi, the "King's Daughters," and the soldiers who helped establish New France.
In English - for members only
Save the date for an evening of classical music as pianist 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
North Carolina Museum of Art
East Building, SECU Auditorium
