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:
Holiday Wine and Cheer
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Dec 05 |
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5:30PM
- 8:00PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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Triangle Wine Company, New Waverly Place, Cary, NC |
Join Cary Sister Cities for an evening featuring delightful wines, delicious
Hors D'oeuvres and holiday cheer as we kick off the holiday season!
$10/person
Le Café
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Dec 07 |
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10:00AM
- 12:00PM
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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
- 12:00PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Join us for a game of pétanque! No experience required.
Cook with Florence - Afternoon
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Dec 10 |
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1:00PM
- 3:00PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
| $85.00 USD |
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!
Sold Out.
Cook with Florence - Evening
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Dec 10 |
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5:00PM
- 7:00PM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
| $85.00 USD |
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!
Sold Out.
Walk in French
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Dec 15 |
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11:00AM
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GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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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!
Club de Lecture
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Dec 20 |
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12:00PM
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Online |
Our Club de Lecture is held online once a month.
Registrations End: Dec 20
Le Café
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Jan 04, 2025 |
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10:00AM
- 12:00PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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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
RSVP Deadline has passed.
Pétanque Chez Nous
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Jan 04, 2025 |
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10:00AM
- 12:00PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
Join us for a game of pétanque! No experience required.
RSVP Deadline has passed.
King's Cake Contest
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Jan 12, 2025 |
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2:00PM
- 4:00PM
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6320 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
It's that time of year to show off your baking skills and share the joy of this beloved tradition! Whether you make your "galette des rois" with a classic French "frangipane" or any other unique way, we want to see what you've got.
Happy baking, and may the best cake win!
Piano & Cello Recital
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Apr 13, 2025 |
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2:00PM
- 3:30PM
GMT-5 Eastern Time (US & Canada) |
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North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 |
| $35.00 USD |
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