November 2024 Newsletter
This November, the Alliance is thrilled to offer you a delightful distraction from the election chaos - because sometimes, a break from the noise is exactly what we all need.
Classical music lovers are invited to the Goodson Chapel in Durham on November 14, 7 PM, for a Tribute to Gabriel Fauré, honoring the centenary of his passing. This free piano and violin concert is sponsored by the French Embassy and the Duke Department of Romance Studies.
While Thanksgiving may dominate the calendar at the end of November, there is another holiday the francophiles will want to celebrate: Beaujolais Nouveau Day! This year, we’re once again gathering at the Skema Business School on November 21 for a celebration of Beaujolais Nouveau. As everyone knows, the wine is merely a pretense, the true focus is on honoring tradition and bringing everyone together.
And don’t miss out on our special outing to the North Carolina Museum of Arts on November 23. We’ll explore the special exhibition "Venice & the Ottoman Empire," with our favorite docent Diane Beckman. This ambitious exhibit highlights the fascinating interactions between these two Mediterranean rivals in politics, art, technology, and even food.
Join us for the fun, stay for the culture, and let’s enjoy a month of togetherness!
Here is what else the Alliance has in store this month:
A Season in the Other Southern France
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Nov 20 |
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4:00PM
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Come join James Beard Award-winning food writer and author, Steve Hoffman, to talk about his new book, A Season for That: Lost and Found in the Other Southern France.
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Beaujolais Nouveau
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Nov 21 |
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6:00PM
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French Cultural Center |
Join us for a fun and festive evening as we toast the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau - a fresh and fruity red wine that's released every November! This is a perfect chance to learn about this French tradition while enjoying good food and great company!
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Venice & the Ottoman Empire
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Nov 23 |
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1:00PM
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North Carolina Museum of Art |
Join Docent Diane Beckman for a guided tour of the new special exhibition Venice and the Ottoman Empire
The tour is held in French.
Sold Out.
Holiday Potluck & New Exhibition
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Dec 01 |
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2:00PM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Jingle all the way to our Holiday Potluck Party and check out our new exhibition !
Bilingual - free and
open to all.
Conversation du Mardi
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Dec 03 |
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10:00AM
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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.
le Café
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Dec 07 |
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10:00AM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Join us at the Alliance Française for casual conversation with fellow members.
We provide coffee and tea, and the library is open!
In French - For members and aspiring members
No need to register
Pétanque Chez Nous
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Dec 07 |
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10:00AM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Join us for a game of pétanque! No experience required.
Cook with Florence
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Dec 10 |
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1:00PM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
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Ever wanted to impress your guests with a dessert that sounds as fancy as it tastes? Join us for our Bûche de Noël baking class!
Cook with Florence 2
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Dec 10 |
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5:00PM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Ever wanted to impress your guests with a dessert that sounds as fancy as it tastes? Join us for our Bûche de Noël baking class!
Registrations End: Dec 10
Walk in French
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Dec 15 |
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11:00AM
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Lake Johnson Park 4601 Avent Ferry Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606 |
Join us for a stroll in a park while speaking French!