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SUMMARY:Southbury French Discussion Group @ noon
DESCRIPTION:Our Southbury French Discussion Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from noon to 1:30 pm. \nToday’s discussion is “Les Jeux de la Francophonie”\, a combination of Olympic-style games and Amateur Hour.  Quels sont vos talents?\n \nOur Discussion Group welcomes French speakers at all levels\, whether you are a French native\, fluent\, just starting out or haven’t used your French in +20 years – bring your lunch and join us.  We promise to be friendly and kind and look forward to meeting you. \nAFNWCT members participate at no charge. A $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nIf you have questions\, please call 203-707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/southbury-french-discussion-group-noon/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T231424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161216T231424Z
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SUMMARY:Café Conversation - 10h30
DESCRIPTION:Café Conversation is a great way to practice\, improve and/or help you feel more comfortable speaking French with friendly francophones and francophiles who enjoy speaking French in an informal setting.  The group meets two Saturdays a month from 10:30 to 12:30 (be sure to check this calendar often). Have a cup of coffee and meet/greet fellow members for the first half hour or so with some small talk – en français (It’s all about practicing!) and then prepare to tackle the subject of the day. \nAn article in French (often with a side-by-side English translation) is read out loud en français by the participants to practice proper pronounciation and to check understanding of the French vocabulary and grammar. The article will then be used to spark the conversation. \nAll levels of French are welcome. AFNWCT members attend free and a $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nThose with a question\, or if you wish to propose a certain topic or lead one of the discussions should contact Brigitte: cafe@afnwct.org \nThis group meets at the AF Center located at 1 Pomperaug Office Park\, Suite 301 in Southbury. See map below.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/cafe-conversation-10h30-12/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170118T142931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T145654Z
UID:39151-1487772000-1487777400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Parlons Français - Back to Basics
DESCRIPTION:The series Parlons Francais hosted by the Brookfield Library continues its next session. Designed for those who have studied French in the past\, and just want a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students have been going ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate”. \nPlease register for this event through the Brookfield Library website.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-back-to-basics/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170130T161235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170130T161316Z
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SUMMARY:Scrabble
DESCRIPTION:We play Scrabble on the 4th or 5th Wednesday of the month\, depending on holidays or other events from 12 noon until 1:30pm. \nPractice thinking and diving deep into your brain to pull out French words for SCRABBLE. \nOther games like Mille Bornes\, Les Mots Flechés are also available to play\, as participants desire. \nBring your lunch and join us! \nAFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is kindly requested from others. \nRSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/scrabble/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Game
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170221T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T225134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170212T165059Z
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SUMMARY:Eurochannel's 8th Short Films Program 1 - 1pm
DESCRIPTION:The Alliance Francaise of NW CT is once again co-sponsoring with the Southbury Film Commission Eurochannel’s eighth edition Short Films Tour called “Happiness for the World to See” featuring this year’s theme: Happiness. \nViewers will be introduced to cinematic adventures from the most charming countries such as France\, the United Kingdom and Italy. Plenty of places to go\, plenty of stories to enjoy… We propose only one question: how happy are you? \nHappiness for the world to see \n“Happiness depends upon ourselves\,” said Aristotle. But while philosophers and religious thinkers often define happiness in terms of living a good life\, or flourishing\, rather than simply as an emotion\, scientists have a more pragmatic approach with measurable indicators.\nScientists argue that experiencing positive events\, feeling loved and loving\, accepting others and being accepted\, and keeping good habits lead to finding happiness. Although it is true that an exact and complete definition of “happiness” is impossible\, we can agree that it resides in a sense of well-being rather than wealth or power. But what makes some people happy might not make others happy. \nThe Eurochannel Short Films Tour has been a successful Eurochannel trademark for the last seven years. A unique event\, the tour invites viewers to follow talented directors on an exciting exploration of Europe through short films: with the directors as guides\, viewers discover fascinating cultures through the eyes of a filmmaker. Almost every European country and region is represented in this edition of the Eurochannel Short Films Tour – each of whose film is broadcast in its original language and subtitled in English – which is an example of the program’s creativity and dynamism. Brief discussions will be held between films to give time to the audience to give their reaction and ask questions. \nToday’s six shorts will be from Program 1: “Stuck in Love” and represent the countries listed below: \nPROGRAM 1: “STUCK IN LOVE”\n \nBastille Day (14 Juillet\, 2015)    France (Paris) Drama\, Romance 7 min. \nBravoman (Bravoman\, 2016)       Russia (Saint Petersburg) Comedy 18 min \nThe Jacket (Die Jacke\, 2014)      Austria Drama 9 min \nThe Love That Could Not Be Hidden (El amor que no podía ocultarse\, 2014)    Spain Comedy\, Musical 10 min \nParallel (Parallèle\, 2012)  France (Paris)   Drama 3 min \nAlmost Perfect (Gandrīz Ideāli\, 2014)   Latvia Drama\, Romance 14 min \nALL PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5. Please RSVP by calling 203-707-0710 with your name and the number of people attending as seating is limited. \nThe Southbury Film Commission is a sub-commission of the Southbury Economic Development Commission and has as its mission to market the town of Southbury as a filming destination by promoting local professionals and support. The Southbury Film Commission welcomes volunteers\, either as members or just helping with particular tasks. For more information visit their website at www.southburyfilm.org or contact the SFC Chair at southburyfilm@southbury-ct.gov.\nAll the Europe you love is on Eurochannel! Eurochannel is the award winning television channel featuring premium European entertainment with the biggest stars in cinema\, TV and music. Eurochannel is available on Sling in the US. Visit Eurochannel on www.eurochannel.com\, become a fan on Facebook on www.facebook.com/eurochannel and follow them on Twitter on www.twitter.com/eurochannel. \n    
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/eurochannels-8th-short-films-program-1-1pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170218T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170207T121954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T121954Z
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SUMMARY:AFNWCT Board Meeting - 9am
DESCRIPTION:La réunion de notre Conseil aura lieu à 9h samedi le 18 février. \nSi vous êtes membre et voudriez y assister\, veuillez téléphoner à 203-707-0710 pour recevoir l’Ordre du Jour. \n 
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/afnwct-board-meeting-9am/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Reunion du Conseil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T225615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170212T164747Z
UID:39087-1487358000-1487365200@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Eurochannel's 8th Short Films Program 1 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:The Alliance Francaise of NW CT is once again co-sponsoring with the Southbury Film Commission Eurochannel’s eighth edition Short Films Tour called “Happiness for the World to See” featuring this year’s theme: Happiness. \nViewers will be introduced to cinematic adventures from the most charming countries such as France\, the United Kingdom and Italy. Plenty of places to go\, plenty of stories to enjoy… We propose only one question: how happy are you? \nHappiness for the world to see \n“Happiness depends upon ourselves\,” said Aristotle. But while philosophers and religious thinkers often define happiness in terms of living a good life\, or flourishing\, rather than simply as an emotion\, scientists have a more pragmatic approach with measurable indicators.\nScientists argue that experiencing positive events\, feeling loved and loving\, accepting others and being accepted\, and keeping good habits lead to finding happiness. Although it is true that an exact and complete definition of “happiness” is impossible\, we can agree that it resides in a sense of well-being rather than wealth or power. But what makes some people happy might not make. \nThe Eurochannel Short Films Tour has been a successful Eurochannel trademark for the last seven years. A unique event\, the tour invites viewers to follow talented directors on an exciting exploration of Europe through short films: with the directors as guides\, viewers discover fascinating cultures through the eyes of a filmmaker. Almost every European country and region is represented in this edition of the Eurochannel Short Films Tour – each of whose film is broadcast in its original language and subtitled in English – which is an example of the program’s creativity and dynamism. Brief discussions will be held between films to give time to the audience to give their reaction and ask questions. \nToday’s six shorts will be from Program 1: “Stuck in Love” and represent the countries listed below: \nPROGRAM 1: “STUCK IN LOVE”\n \nBastille Day (14 Juillet\, 2015)    France (Paris) Drama\, Romance 7 min. \nBravoman (Bravoman\, 2016)       Russia (Saint Petersburg) Comedy 18 min \nThe Jacket (Die Jacke\, 2014)      Austria Drama 9 min \nThe Love That Could Not Be Hidden (El amor que no podía ocultarse\, 2014)    Spain Comedy\, Musical 10 min \nParallel (Parallèle\, 2012)  France (Paris)   Drama 3 min \nAlmost Perfect (Gandrīz Ideāli\, 2014)   Latvia Drama\, Romance 14 min \nALL PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5. Please RSVP by calling 203-707-0710 with your name and the number of people attending as seating is limited. \nThe Southbury Film Commission is a sub-commission of the Southbury Economic Development Commission and has as its mission to market the town of Southbury as a filming destination by promoting local professionals and support. The Southbury Film Commission welcomes volunteers\, either as members or just helping with particular tasks. For more information visit their website at www.southburyfilm.org or contact the SFC Chair at southburyfilm@southbury-ct.gov.\nAll the Europe you love is on Eurochannel! Eurochannel is the award winning television channel featuring premium European entertainment with the biggest stars in cinema\, TV and music. Eurochannel is available on Sling in the US. Visit Eurochannel on www.eurochannel.com\, become a fan on Facebook on www.facebook.com/eurochannel and follow them on Twitter on www.twitter.com/eurochannel. \n   
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/eurochannels-8th-short-films-program-1-7pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Short-Films.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T193000
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SUMMARY:Morris Discussion Group Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Due to illnesses and many conflicts with most of the regular participants\, there will be no Morris French Discussion Group this month. \nJoin us next month – March 16 (the third Thursday). \nThank you for your understanding.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/morris-discussion-group-cancelled/
LOCATION:Harvest Moon Timber Frame – Morris\, CT\, 198 East St\, Morris\, CT\, 06763\, United States
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T133000
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CREATED:20161214T222944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T223630Z
UID:38960-1487160000-1487165400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:French Discussion Group @12 noon
DESCRIPTION:Our Southbury French Discussion Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday* of each month from noon to 1:30 pm. \nToday’s discussion is “Le Coup de Foudre – existe-il?” Share your ideas\, thoughts and “souvenirs” en français… \nOur Discussion Group welcomes French speakers at all levels\, whether you are a French native\, fluent\, just starting out or haven’t used your French in +20 years – bring your lunch and join us.  We promise to be friendly and kind and look forward to meeting you. \nAFNWCT members participate at no charge. A $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nIf you have questions\, please call 203-707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/french-discussion-group-12-noon/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T231120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161216T231208Z
UID:39095-1486809000-1486816200@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Café Conversation - 10h30
DESCRIPTION:Café Conversation is a great way to practice\, improve and/or help you feel more comfortable speaking French with friendly francophones and francophiles who enjoy speaking French in an informal setting.  The group meets two Saturdays a month from 10:30 to 12:30 (be sure to check this calendar often). Have a cup of coffee and meet/greet fellow members for the first half hour or so with some small talk – en français (It’s all about practicing!) and then prepare to tackle the subject of the day. \nAn article in French (often with a side-by-side English translation) is read out loud en français by the participants to practice proper pronounciation and to check understanding of the French vocabulary and grammar. The article will then be used to spark the conversation. \nAll levels of French are welcome. AFNWCT members attend free and a $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nThose with a question\, or if you wish to propose a certain topic or lead one of the discussions should contact Brigitte: cafe@afnwct.org \nThis group meets at the AF Center located at 1 Pomperaug Office Park\, Suite 301 in Southbury. See map below.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/cafe-conversation-10h30-11/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170207T121349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T121349Z
UID:39233-1486645200-1486652400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:No Ciné-club Today - Rescheduled to 3/9
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to have to  cancel today’s movie. We will show “Samba”  next month on March 9 at 1pm.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/no-cine-club-today-rescheduled-to-39/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Fermeture-annuelle.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T223338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T122215Z
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SUMMARY:Program 3 Short Films - Away We Go - 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Eurochannel’s Short Films Tour and the Alliance Francaise of NW CT is once again co-sponsoring with the Southbury Film Commission the seventh edition\, “My Dear Family” featuring this year’s theme: the European family. \nThe Eurochannel Short Films Tour has been a successful Eurochannel trademark for the last seven years. A unique event\, the tour invites viewers to follow talented directors on an exciting exploration of Europe through short films: with the directors as guides\, viewers discover fascinating cultures through the eyes of a filmmaker. Almost every European country and region is represented in this edition of the Eurochannel Short Films Tour – each of whose film is broadcast in its original language and subtitled in English – which is an example of the program’s creativity and dynamism. Brief discussions will be held between films to give time to the audience to give their reaction and ask questions. \nToday’s six shorts will be from Program 3: “Away We Go” and represent the countries listed below: \nPROGRAM 3: “AWAY WE GO” \nFRANCE (ILE-DE-FRANCE) “Bamako Saint-Afrique” – Drama\, Comedy 12 minutes \nMONTENEGRO    “All of That” a Drama 13 minutes \nARMENIA  “Glimmering” a Drama 13 minutes \nBOSNIA           “Redemption” a Drama 13 minutes \nCZECH REPUBLIC      “Occasional Showers” a Drama 14 minutes \nIRELAND        “Personal Development” a Drama 14 minutes \nALL PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5. Please RSVP by calling 203-707-0710 with your name and the number of people attending as seating is limited. \nThe Southbury Film Commission is a sub-commission of the Southbury Economic Development Commission and has as its mission to market the town of Southbury as a filming destination by promoting local professionals and support. The Southbury Film Commission welcomes volunteers\, either as members or just helping with particular tasks. For more information visit their website at www.southburyfilm.org or contact the SFC Chair at southburyfilm@southbury-ct.gov.\nAll the Europe you love is on Eurochannel! Eurochannel is the award winning television channel featuring premium European entertainment with the biggest stars in cinema\, TV and music. Eurochannel is available on Sling in the US. Visit Eurochannel on www.eurochannel.com\, become a fan on Facebook on www.facebook.com/eurochannel and follow them on Twitter on www.twitter.com/eurochannel. \n   
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/eurochannel-short-films-program-3-1pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Short-Films.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170130T154954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170130T154954Z
UID:39204-1486060200-1486067400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Groupe de Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Meeting on the first Thursday of each month\, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm\, this group has a lot of fun sipping wine\, tasting cheese and crackers and taking turns reading out loud in French. Enjoy hearing and sharing the richness of the French language. \nFebruary’s meeting is at the winter location : our AF Center in Southbury. So far\, the weather forecast is good\, with no precipitation anticipated 🙂 \nThe title of the current selection is “Lutetia” by Pierre Assouline and the group will continue their reading starting on page 74 at the paragraph that begins: “Cet homme là-bas\, par example.” \nLutetia (2005) raconte une histoire d’amour entre le détective du Lutetia et une amie d’enfance\, mais surtout une histoire de la France de 1938 à 1945 à travers l’histoire de l’Hôtel Lutetia qui a\, durant toute l’Occupation\, servi de siège à l’Abwehr (les services secrets de l’état-major allemand) puis\, à la Libération\, de lieu d’accueil des déportés et rapatriés. \nIf you have any questions\, please let Amanda know at lecture@afnwct.org.\n\nAFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others. \nQuestions or comments? Contact Amanda: lecture@afnwct.org
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/groupe-de-lecture-13/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Groupe de Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161214T215053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T215053Z
UID:38955-1485950400-1485955800@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Southbury French Discussion Group @ 12noon
DESCRIPTION:Our Southbury French Discussion Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday* of each month from noon to 1:30 pm. \nToday’s discussion is Les Animaux de la Forêt. Share your ideas\, thoughts and “souvenirs” en français… \nOur Discussion Group welcomes French speakers at all levels\, whether you are a French native\, fluent\, just starting out or haven’t used your French in +20 years – bring your lunch and join us.  We promise to be friendly and kind and look forward to meeting you. \nAFNWCT members participate at no charge. A $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nIf you have questions\, please call 203-707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/southbury-french-discussion-group-12noon/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/classroom-1297779_640.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170201
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170124T155928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T124124Z
UID:39199-1485820800-1485907199@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:SHORT FILMS "Away We Go" POSTPONED - AGAIN!
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO TODAY’S WEATHER\, today’s Eurochannel Short Films Program 3 “Away We Go” will be postponed until next week\, February 7 at 1pm.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/124-short-films-away-we-go-postponed/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Special
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/sleet-153216_640.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T230949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161216T230949Z
UID:39093-1485599400-1485606600@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Café Conversation - 10h30
DESCRIPTION:Café Conversation is a great way to practice\, improve and/or help you feel more comfortable speaking French with friendly francophones and francophiles who enjoy speaking French in an informal setting.  The group meets two Saturdays a month from 10:30 to 12:30 (be sure to check this calendar often). Have a cup of coffee and meet/greet fellow members for the first half hour or so with some small talk – en français (It’s all about practicing!) and then prepare to tackle the subject of the day. \nAn article in French (often with a side-by-side English translation) is read out loud en français by the participants to practice proper pronounciation and to check understanding of the French vocabulary and grammar. The article will then be used to spark the conversation. \nAll levels of French are welcome. AFNWCT members attend free and a $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nThose with a question\, or if you wish to propose a certain topic or lead one of the discussions should contact Brigitte: cafe@afnwct.org \nThis group meets at the AF Center located at 1 Pomperaug Office Park\, Suite 301 in Southbury. See map below.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/cafe-conversation-10h30-10/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161216T223821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T164728Z
UID:39082-1485543600-1485550800@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Eurochannel Short Films Program 3 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:Eurochannel’s Short Films Tour is back and the Alliance Francaise of NW CT is once again co-sponsoring with the Southbury Film Commission the seventh edition\, “My Dear Family” featuring this year’s theme: the European family. \nThe Eurochannel Short Films Tour has been a successful Eurochannel trademark for the last seven years. A unique event\, the tour invites viewers to follow talented directors on an exciting exploration of Europe through short films: with the directors as guides\, viewers discover fascinating cultures through the eyes of a filmmaker. Almost every European country and region is represented in this edition of the Eurochannel Short Films Tour – each of whose film is broadcast in its original language and subtitled in English – which is an example of the program’s creativity and dynamism. Brief discussions will be held between films to give time to the audience to give their reaction and ask questions. \nToday’s six shorts will be from Program 3: “Away We Go” and represent the countries listed below: \nPROGRAM 3: “AWAY WE GO” \nFRANCE (ILE-DE-FRANCE) “Bamako Saint-Afrique” – Drama\, Comedy 12 minutes \nMONTENEGRO    “All of That” a Drama 13 minutes \nARMENIA  “Glimmering” a Drama 13 minutes \nBOSNIA           “Redemption” a Drama 13 minutes \nCZECH REPUBLIC      “Occasional Showers” a Drama 14 minutes \nIRELAND        “Personal Development” a Drama 14 minutes \nALL PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $5. Please RSVP by calling 203-707-0710 with your name and the number of people attending as seating is limited. \nThe Southbury Film Commission is a sub-commission of the Southbury Economic Development Commission and has as its mission to market the town of Southbury as a filming destination by promoting local professionals and support. The Southbury Film Commission welcomes volunteers\, either as members or just helping with particular tasks. For more information visit their website at www.southburyfilm.org or contact the SFC Chair at southburyfilm@southbury-ct.gov.\nAll the Europe you love is on Eurochannel! Eurochannel is the award winning television channel featuring premium European entertainment with the biggest stars in cinema\, TV and music. Eurochannel is available on Sling in the US. Visit Eurochannel on www.eurochannel.com\, become a fan on Facebook on www.facebook.com/eurochannel and follow them on Twitter on www.twitter.com/eurochannel. \n   
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/eurochannel-short-films-program-3-7pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160919T125529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T125529Z
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SUMMARY:Parlons Français class - Brookfield Library 2pm
DESCRIPTION:Parlons Français:  Back To Basics \nThis is the final ‘class” in the series Parlons Francais that the Brookfield Library is once again hosting for those who have studied French in the past\, and just want a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students have been going ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate”. \nPlease register for this event through the Brookfield Library website.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-class-brookfield-library-2pm-4/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Adult Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160911T150425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160911T150425Z
UID:38423-1485345600-1485351000@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Scrabble - en français - 12 noon
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and join us! We’ll play Scrabble on the 4th of 5th Wednesday of the month\, depending on holidays or other events. \nPractice thinking and diving deep into your brain to pull out French words for SCRABBLE. \nOther games like Mille Bornes\, Les Mots Flechés are also available to play\, as participants desire. \nAFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is kindly requested from others. \nRSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/scrabble-en-francais-12-noon-7/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Game
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161207T153403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170114T195714Z
UID:38852-1484937000-1484946000@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Comprendre et Comparer des Vins - 6:30 pm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nPLEASE NOTE: WE HAVE REACHED OUR MAXIMUM NUMBER. PLEASE CALL 203-707-0710 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST BEFORE SENDING YOUR CHECK OR PAYING ON-LINE. \nThis group meets monthly to learn to better understand and appreciate wines by comparisons: e.g. two vintages\, two different years\, two different regions…. Each facilitator will decide which wines will be compared. \nOur third program will be led by Nelson Veiga\, Maître Sommelier Diplômé and owner of The Good Life Wine and Spirits. \nNelson Veiga graduated from the Hotel Management University in Lausanne\, Switzerland. . It was during his stay there that he fell in love with wine and after an extensive field study of wine\, he became a professor and taught for 16 years at the School of Hospitality Management in Miami. When he moved back to Connecticut in early 2000s\, the Waterbury native scouted the location of what would become The Good Life. \nThe Good Life has received the Customer Service of the Year award from Connecticut Retail Merchants Association. Click HERE to go to their Facebook page. \nCost is $7.50 per person for AFNWCT members and $10.00 for non-members. There will be a limit of 20 people so be sure to RSVP sooner than later. \nIn order to purchase the wines\, participants should send checks by Monday January 16 made payable AFNWCT to 1 Pomperaug Office Park\, Suite 301\, Southbury\, CT 06488 or you may pay with a credit card below.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/comprendre-et-comparer-des-vins-630-pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160919T131449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T131858Z
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SUMMARY:Parlons Français class - Brookfield 6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Parlons Français:  Back To Basics \nThis is the final ‘class” in this Thursday night series Parlons Francais that the Brookfield Library has once again hosted for those who have studied French in the past\, and just want a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students have been going ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate”. \nPlease register for this event through the Brookfield Library website.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-class-brookfield-630pm-2/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Adult Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170104T184228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T140337Z
UID:39118-1484848800-1484852400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Venue Change! Morris French Disc Group - 6pm
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE!!!!  The Morris area French Discussion group will meet AT THE LITCHFIELD OLIVER WOLCOTT on Thursday\, January 19 starting at 6:00 pm at the offices of Harvest Moon Timber Frame\, LLC located at 198 East Street* in Morris (see Google Map below.)  Led by a French native\, previous discussion subjects have featured le Ricard\, l’attentat à Nice\, Truffaut interviews of Alfred Hitchcock\, les parapluies de Cherbourg\, the origin of Le Père Noël\, Bic pens\, Roquefort cheese\, Le Beaujolais Nouveau…. \nWhether you are just learning French or are an advanced speaker\, you are welcome to join. You will have an opportunity to learn\, practice\, and improve your French language skills at these informal meetings. Due to the shorter time\, this month’s discussion will be short and informal. \n\nOur group will then move to listen to the special Author’s Talk at 7:00pm (see details below) \nLooking for The Stranger:\nAlbert Camus & the Life of a Literary Classic\nwith Author Alice Kaplan\nClick Here to Register \nAlbert Camus’s L’Etranger has been a best-seller for so long that we forget it was ever anything else. But literary classics are made\, not born: though The Stranger was a book very few readers understood or appreciated when it was published in 1942\, it became a household name – a regular on lists of the great books of the 20th century. \nAlice Kaplan delved into publishers’ archives to uncover a key episode in L’Etranger’s career:  the first translation of the French novel into English\, in the United States and in England\, four years after its publication in 1946\, when the war in Europe had been over for only a year. This is a tale of two cities\, involving an author\, his publishers\, his translator\, and his readers and reviewers. Knowledge of French is welcome but absolutely not required! \nAlice Kaplan\, John M. Musser Professor of French at Yale University\, is a specialist of 20th century France. She works at the intersection of literature and history\, using a method that allies archivalresearch with textual analysis. A literary translator\, Kaplan serves on the newly created advisory board of the National Book Foundation’s study of the state of translation in the United States. She is a former Guggenheim Fellow\, a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, and a recipient of the French Légion d’Honneur as well the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in History for The Collaborator and the Henry Adams Prize for The Interpreter. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED\nA Wine & Cheese Reception Will Follow\nThe Hickory Stick Bookshop will provide books for sale & signing. \n\nAFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/morris-french-discussion-group-6pm-5/
LOCATION:Oliver Wolcott Library\, 160 South St\, Litchfield\, 06759\, United States
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160911T202719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T215652Z
UID:38458-1484740800-1484746200@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Southbury French Discussion Group @ 12pm
DESCRIPTION:Our Southbury French Discussion Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday* of each month from noon to 1:30 pm. \nToday’s discussion is “Les Rêves: et en particulaier Les Rêves de Chutes” – rêve ou cauchemar?”  Share your ideas\, thoughts and “souvenirs” en français… \nOur Discussion Group welcomes French speakers at all levels\, whether you are a French native\, fluent\, just starting out or haven’t used your French in +20 years – bring your lunch and join us.  We promise to be friendly and kind and look forward to meeting you. \nAFNWCT members participate at no charge. A $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nIf you have questions\, please call 203-707-0710.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/southbury-french-discussion-group-12pm-10/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Reunion.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160911T143409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160911T143409Z
UID:38412-1484389800-1484397000@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Café Conversation @ 10h30
DESCRIPTION:Café Conversation is a great way to practice\, improve and/or help you feel more comfortable speaking French with friendly francophones and francophiles who enjoy speaking French in an informal setting.  The group meets every other Saturday from 10:30 to 12:30 (be sure to check this calendar often). Have a cup of coffee and meet/greet fellow members for the first half hour or so with some small talk – en français (it’s all about practicing!) and then prepare to tackle the subject of the day. \nAn article in French (often with a side-by-side English translation) will be read out loud en français by the participants to practice proper pronounciation and to check understanding of the French vocabulary and grammar. The article will then be used to spark the conversation. \nAll levels of French are welcome. AFNWCT members attend free and a $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nThose with a question\, or if you wish to propose a certain topic or lead one of the discussions should contact Brigitte: cafe@afnwct.org \nThis group meets at the AF Center located at 1 Pomperaug Office Park\, Suite 301 in Southbury. See map below.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/cafe-conversation-10h30-9/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Café Conversation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170104T192942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T192942Z
UID:39127-1484226000-1484235000@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:French Ciné-club 1pm
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, January 12 at 1:00pm  we’ll show CHINESE PUZZLE starring Romain Duris\, Audrey Tautou and many others. \nChinese Puzzle is a French comedy-drama film written and directed by Cédric Klapisch and released in 2013. It is the third chapter of the Spanish Apartment trilogy\, after L’Auberge Espagnole and Les Poupées russes. \nAFNWCT Members attend free.  A suggested $5 donation is kindly requested from all others.
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/french-cine-club-1pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Ciné-Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160919T125246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T125246Z
UID:38528-1484143200-1484148600@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Parlons Français class - Brookfield Library 2pm
DESCRIPTION:Parlons Français:  Back To Basics \nThe Brookfield Library is once again hosting Parlons Français\, a series of “classes” for those of you who have studied French in the past\, and just want a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students will go ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate” down in the Community Room. Having already met for 6 sessions\, the final class in this series will be Wednesday\, 25 January 2017\, 2:00-3:30 pm \nPlease register for these free events through the Brookfield Library website. \n 
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-class-brookfield-library-2pm-3/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Adult Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/board-64271_12801.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20170104T184956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T184956Z
UID:39120-1483641000-1483648200@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Groupe de Lecture - 6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Meeting on the first Thursday of each month\, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm\, this group has a lot of fun sipping wine\, tasting cheese and crackers and taking turns reading out loud in French. Enjoy hearing and sharing the richness of the French language. \nJanuary’s meeting is at the winter location : our AF Center in Southbury. So far\, the weather forecast is good\, with no precipitation anticipated 🙂 \nThe title of the current selection is “Lutetia” by Pierre Assouline and the group will continue their reading starting on page 74 at the paragraph that begins: “Cet homme là-bas\, par example.” \nLutetia (2005) raconte une histoire d’amour entre le détective du Lutetia et une amie d’enfance\, mais surtout une histoire de la France de 1938 à 1945 à travers l’histoire de l’Hôtel Lutetia qui a\, durant toute l’Occupation\, servi de siège à l’Abwehr (les services secrets de l’état-major allemand) puis\, à la Libération\, de lieu d’accueil des déportés et rapatriés. \nDescription\nTapi dans les recoins les plus secrets du Lutetia\, un homme voit l’Europe s’enfoncer dans la guerre mondiale. Édouard Kiefer\, Alsacien\, ancien flic des RG. Détective chargé de la sécurité de l’hôtel et de ses clients. Discret et intouchable\, nul ne sait ce qu’il pense. Dans un Paris vaincu\, occupé\, humilié\, aux heures les plus sombres de la collaboration\, cet homme\, pourtant\, est hanté par une question : jusqu’où peut-on aller sans trahir sa conscience ? De 1938 à 1945\, l’hôtel Lutetia – l’unique palace de la rive gauche – partage le destin de la France. Entre ses murs se succèdent\, en effet\, exilés\, écrivains et artistes\, puis officiers nazis et trafiquants du marché noir\, pour laisser place enfin à la cohorte des déportés de retour des camps. En accordant précision biographique et souffle romanesque\, Pierre Assouline redonne vie à la légende perdue du grand hôtel\, avec un art du clair-obscur qui convient mieux que tout autre au mythique Lutetia… \n \nUne revue du livre:\n“I loved this book; it is long; but every page contains a drop of history which we can view through the prism of the Hotel Lutetia. While not exactly a history book\, I suppose one could call it a “roman cle” since most of the characters and certainly the principal events described are non-fictional. A beautifully written account of the intrigues (and tragedies) of the German occupation. Think of “Remains of the Day” only this is far more poignant and powerful since the Hotel was the headquarters for the Nationalist Socialist Intelligence Agency and the action unfolds in the heart of Nazi-occupied Paris. Very powerful narrative and an unexpected climax approaching the end of the novel. Please read it. It won’t disappoint.”\n\nIf you have any questions\, please let Amanda know at lecture@afnwct.org.\n\nAFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others. \nQuestions or comments? Contact Amanda: lecture@afnwct.org
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/groupe-de-lecture-630pm-11/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Groupe de Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160919T131313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T131313Z
UID:38546-1483641000-1483646400@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Parlons Français class - Brookfield 6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Parlons Français:  Back To Basics \nThe Brookfield Library is once again hosting Parlons Français\, a series of “classes” for those of you who have studied French in the past\, and just want a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students will go ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate” down in the Community Room. Having already met for 7 sessions\, the final class in this series will be Thursday\, January 19 2017. \nPlease register for these free events through the Brookfield Library website. \n 
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-class-brookfield-630pm/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Adult Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afnwct.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/board-64271_12801.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20161214T163335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161214T163335Z
UID:38947-1483531200-1483536600@afnwct.org
SUMMARY:Southbury French Discussion @ 12noon
DESCRIPTION:Our Southbury French Discussion Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday* of each month from noon to 1:30 pm. \nToday’s discussion is Holiday Traditions. Share your ideas\, thoughts and “souvenirs” en français… \nOur Discussion Group welcomes French speakers at all levels\, whether you are a French native\, fluent\, just starting out or haven’t used your French in +20 years – bring your lunch and join us.  We promise to be friendly and kind and look forward to meeting you. \nAFNWCT members participate at no charge. A $5 suggested donation is kindly requested from all others. \nIf you have questions\, please call 203-707-0710
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/southbury-french-discussion-12noon/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,French Discussion Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T171636
CREATED:20160919T124928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T124928Z
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SUMMARY:Parlons Français class - Brookfield Library 2pm
DESCRIPTION:Parlons Français:  Back To Basics \nThe Brookfield Library is hosting our Parlons Français group for those who have studied French in the past\, and just wanted a refresher. \nLed by Colin Harrison\, students will go ‘back to basics’ with the textbook “Ultimate French – Beginner-Intermediate”. The class has already met 5 times\, meeting generally on Wednesday from 2:00 – 3:30 pm (or Thursday evenings) down in the Community Room following the schedule listed below. Homework is expected! \nPlease register for these free events through the Brookfield Library website. \nThe final meeting dates are: \nWednesday\, 11 January 2017\, 2:00-3:30 pm \nWednesday\, 25 January 2017\, 2:00-3:30 pm
URL:https://afnwct.org/event/parlons-francais-class-brookfield-library-2pm-2/
CATEGORIES:aaHomePage,Adult Class
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