Alliance Francaise of NW CT

Groupe de Lecture - 6:30pm
2016-06-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Burnham Library, Bridgewater, 62 Main St S. (Route 133), Bridgewater, CT, 06752, United States
Meeting on the first Thursday of each month, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, participants take turns reading out loud French classic authors and enjoy hearing and sharing the richness of the French language. June’s meeting is on the 2nd and takes place back at its summer location at the Burnham Library in Bridgewater (see address below).
There’s still time to join in reading “Le grand Coeur” by Jean Christophe Rufin. Based on a true story, it’s about the fascinating life of Jacques Coeur, an entrepreneur of humble origins who rose to become an advisor to King Charles VII of France.
Order your copy at Amazon, with prices beginning at $9.08, plus shipping. There are also used copies available that are slightly cheaper. You can find the book at this link. Once there, click on your choice of Used or New under the heading of Mass Market Paperback:

http://www.amazon.com/Grand-Coeur-French-Jean-Christophe-Rufin/dp/2070456153/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1453482975&sr=1-1&keywords=Le+Grand+Coeur+Jean+Christophe+Rufin

If you would like help in ordering the book, please let Amanda know asap at lecture@afnwct.org and she will be happy to oblige.

AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others.
Questions or comments? Contact Amanda: lecture@afnwct.org

Southbury French Discussion Group - 12 noon
2016-06-01 12:00 - 13:30
Join us at our weekly French Discussion group Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:30pm. Today’s discussion will be Les Vacances d’été. A short article (in English) will introduce interesting cultural, historical or current event. Bring your opinions, photos, articles or items about the subject to add to the discussion.
Bring your lunch and spend time getting to know other area members and Francophiles.
This program is free for AFNWCT students.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

Scrabble - en français - 12 noon
2016-05-25 12:00 - 13:30
Bring your lunch and join us!
Practice thinking and diving deep into your brain to pull out French words for SCRABBLE.
Other games like Mille Bornes, Les Mots Flechés are also available to play, as participants desire.
AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 for others.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

Café Conversation 10:30am
2016-05-21 10:30 - 12:30, 2016-05-07 10:30 - 12:30, 2016-04-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2016-04-02 10:30 - 12:30
Read and discuss en français topics such as French art, literature, politics, history, music, and current events. All levels of French are welcome. You may choose to listen if you are a beginner. Articles are read out loud so this is a chance to practice your reading skills. French words that are less common are often discussed for understanding amongst the participants so you can add to your vocabulary.
AFNWCT Members attend for free and for all others there is suggested donation of $5.
Contact Noëlle at café@afnwct.org if you would like to volunteer to bring refreshments or if you wish to present or suggest a subject for discussion.

French Chic Living @ 7pm
2016-05-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St, Litchfield, 06759, United States
Florence de Dampierre will speak about her book, French Chic Living on Thursday, May 19, at 7:00 pm at the Oliver Wolcott Library, in Litchfield. There will be a wine and cheese reception following the presentation and The Hickory Stick Bookshop will provide books for sale and signing. Registration is required and should be done by calling the OWLibrary at (860) 567-8030 or by going to their website: owlibrary.org and clicking on “Events”.
French Chic Living is overflowing with time-tested advice and conventional Gallic wisdom for everything from setting up the bar and brewing the perfect cup of tea, to selecting a variety of cheeses for the well-balanced platter. Drawing on the ways French mothers and grandmothers manage their households, de Dampierre provides accessible ideas for maintaining a stylish home. There are tips for polishing silver and repairing chipped porcelain; simple concoctions for making your own all-natural beauty products and home remedies, and, of course, there is de Dampierre’s signature flair for creating delightful bouquets and other home accents to give your abode that quintessential French touch.Florence de Dampierre – author, interior designer, lecturer, historian, and entrepreneur – is also known for
her energetic personal style, warmth, and exuberance. Her first book, The Best of Painted Furniture, has sold over 100,000 copies. Other works include Chairs: A History and Walls: The Best of Decorative Treatments. Florence grew up in Paris and currently lives in Connecticut with her husband, children and dogs. Visit her website at florencededampiere.com.

Litchfield Discussion Group to meet at OWLibrary
2016-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St, Litchfield, 06759, United States
This month’s Litchfield area discussion group will meet at 6pm on Thursday May 19 at the Oliver Wolcott Library in Litchfield. Following a short discussion, attendees will help co-host the Author Event at the same location: author Florence de Dampierre talking about her book “French Chic Living” (see event listing)

Le Monde Francophone @12noon
2016-05-18 12:00 - 13:30
À la Découverte du Monde Francophone
Each 3rd Wednesday, our “discussion” will focus on different countries of the Francophone world with the goal to learn relative ‘facts’ about the geography, resources, foods, famous people, music of these countries…. Each person may add to the discussion by bringing tales of their travels to this country, souvenirs or objects, photos, articles from the Internet or other resources.
This week’s discussion will feature LA MARTINIQUE. Bring your lunch and share your souvenirs from your trip to this beautiful country.
Amenez votre déjeuner et venez apprendre avec nous!
This program is free for AFNWCT members and students.
RSVP is kindly requested from newcomers by calling (203) 707-0710.

Ciné-Souper-Discuter @ 6pm
2016-05-13 18:00 - 21:00
Nous avons démarré une série de projections de films de la liste Anne-Christine Rice* que nous appelons Ciné-Souper-Discuter. Notre première projection aura lieu vendredi le 13 mai à 18h.
Venez manger une tranche de pizza et buvez un verre de vin pendant la projection d’un film puis rester après pour discuter du film. Seulement $5 pour AFNWCT membres et $10 for non-membres.
Le premier film sera la comédie « Les Intouchables »
After he becomes a quadipeligic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the « projects » to be his caregiver.
Directors : Olicier Nakache and Eric Toledano
Stars : François Cluzet, Omar Sy, Anne le Ny
Please RSVP by Thursday, 5/12 so we know how much pizza to buy.
*Anne-Christine Rice was a recent speaker for “Beyond Amelie: 10 French Films for Francophiles. She teaches French language and Film at Tufts University, where she is also the founder and director of the French Film Experience (French cine-club). She is the author of the best-selling textbook, “Cinema for French Conversation,” an exciting book for incorporating French cinema and culture into a French language course. Her other textbook, “La France contemporaine à travers ses films” leverages film to explore present-day French culture and society.

Southbury Ciné-Club - 12noon
2016-05-11 12:00 - 14:30
Come watch the 2012 version of the musical “Les Miserables” – we’ll play it in French with English subtitles.
The movie is 2.6 hours long!
Amenez votre déjeuner et venez regarder le film avec nous.
This program is free for AFNWCT members and students.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

Parlons Francais! - Brookfield Discussion Group 2:00 pm
2016-05-10 14:00 - 15:30
On Tuesday, May 10, the Alliance Francaise in collaboration with The Brookfield Library, the monthly daytime French Discussion Group titled “Parlons Francais!” will be held at the Brookfield Public Library from 2:00-3:30 pm. The daytime meetings will be in the downstairs community room and will be led by Colin Harrison.
Whether 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.
Please register for these free events through the Brookfield Library website.

Groupe de Lecture - 6:30pm
2016-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Burnham Library, Bridgewater, 62 Main St S. (Route 133), Bridgewater, CT, 06752, United States
Meeting on the first Thursday of each month, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, participants take turns reading out loud French classic authors and enjoy hearing and sharing the richness of the French language. May’s meeting is on the 5th and returning to its original location at the Bridgewater Public Library (see address below).
The group’s reading choice is entitled “Le grand Coeur” by Jean Christophe Rufin. Based on a true story, it’s about the fascinating life of Jacques Coeur, an entrepreneur of humble origins who rose to become an advisor to King Charles VII of France.
Since most copies need to be ordered from Europe, they will take several weeks to arrive here and so it is suggested that you order yours as soon as possible. The most reasonably priced copies are at Amazon, with prices beginning at $9.08, plus shipping. There are also used copies available that are slightly cheaper. You can find the book at this link. Once there, click on your choice of Used or New under the heading of Mass Market Paperback:

http://www.amazon.com/Grand-Coeur-French-Jean-Christophe-Rufin/dp/2070456153/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1453482975&sr=1-1&keywords=Le+Grand+Coeur+Jean+Christophe+Rufin

If you would like help in ordering the book, please let Amanda know asap at lecture@afnwct.org and she will be happy to oblige.

AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others.
Questions or comments? Contact Amanda: lecture@afnwct.org

Parlons Francais! Brookfield Discussion Group - 6:30 pm
2016-05-05 18:30 - 20:00
Thursday, May 5, the Alliance Francaise in collaboration with The Brookfield Library will hold its evening monthly French Discussion Group, “Parlons Francais!” from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. The evening group meets upstairs in the library led by Colin Harrison.
Whether 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.
Please register for this free event through the Brookfield Library website

Southbury French Discussion Group - 12 noon
2016-05-04 12:00 - 13:30
A SPECIAL FRENCH DISCUSSION GROUP – as part of the GIVE LOCAL 2016! campaign. j
Join us free-of-charge at our special French Discussion group held weekly on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:30pm. Today’s discussion will revolve around les bandes-dessinees (or B.D.’s) and in particular the delightful series featuring Astérix and Obélix.

Bring your lunch and spend time getting to know other area members and Francophiles.
Questions? Call us at 203-707-0710.

Portes Ouvertes - Open House @ 5:30 pm
2016-05-03 17:30 - 19:30
SPECIAL EVENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 36-HOUR GIVE LOCAL 2016 CAMPAIGN:
PORTES-OUVERTES – (OPEN HOUSE)
May 3 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Come have a glass of bubbly and visit our Alliance Française Center in Southbury where we teach classes and host many of our programs and activities. We’ll provide an update on where we stand with our campaign goals as part of the GIVE LOCAL 2016! campaign.
Wear your Bleu, Blanc et Rouge and come join us for these special Open House events for new/previous members and new friends.
We’ll also have someone available should you need help understanding how to make your on-line contribution.

2016 Give Local!
2016-05-03 - 2016-05-04
Give Local Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills is a 36-hour online giving event hosted by the Connecticut Community Foundation and is part of the nationwide Give Local America initiative.

Every dollar raised for our organization during this 36-hour campaign will be stretched further by bonus funds and potential prizes donated by Connecticut Community Foundation and their generous sponsors. (In 2015, the bonus percentage was 15% – meaning that a $100 gift magically transformed into $115!)

If you are planning to give an annual gift to your favorite nonprofit, consider making that gift during this 36-hr campaign so you can help generate momentum and help stretch your donation with the available bonus funds.

Remember also to let your friends, family, and social network know about our organization by asking them to join in supporting us.
And, if you’ve already given what you planned to give this year, perhaps you could give a little more. Even $10 contributions add up and will help us take advantage of this fundraising opportunity.

Mille Bornes - Wednesday, 12 noon
2016-04-27 12:00 - 13:30
Bring your lunch and come play “Mille Bornes” – a French card game which is about taking a trip and having all sorts of disasters occur: a “pneu crevé” or a flat tire, speeding tickets, etc.
Les Mots Flechés, Les Mots Croisés can also be played, as participants desire.
AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 for others.
New Participants are kindly requested to RSVP by calling (203) 707-0710.

FACEBOOK PHOTO CONTEST
2016-04-26 09:00 - 2016-04-27 09:00
We are competing in an all-day Facebook Photo Contest sponsored by Ion Bank Foundation for a $500 cash prize! This photo contest is designed to help publicize the GIVE LOCAL 2016 Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills 36-hour on-line giving campaign hosted by the Connectiut Community Foundation.
How can you help?
Tuesday, April 26 at 9AM, we will post to our AFNWCT Facebook page our photo entry. All you have to do is “LIKE” our photo and share our profile page with others asking them to “Like” our photo also. Comments, reactions and shares are nice, but won’t count… Only LIKES on the original post are counted so you’ll need to share our profile page with your friends.
The organization whose photo generates the most LIKES by 9AM April 27 wins the $500!

Washington French Discussion Group - 1pm
2016-04-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Gunn Memorial Library, 5 Wykeham Rd, Washington, CT, 06793, United States
French Discussion Group for all levels – at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington, CT

On Monday, April 25, the Gunn Memorial Library will host its sixth and final planned French Discussion Group meeting from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Whether you are just learning French or are an advanced speaker, you are welcome to join*. A short article in French about a particular subject, cultural tradition or newsworthy event will be shared to initiate an informal conversation. This is not a French class, rather the emphasis will be on participants having an opportunity to offer their opinion, ask questions for better understanding and/or exchange ideas in French.
The group leader will be Marda Gutierrez who received her B.A. in Education from Albion College, MI and lived in France for 5 years. She currently teaches the “French Grammar & Verbs” course, “Jouons Ensemble,” a Parent-Child beginner’s class and assists with Southbury’s Wednesday French discussion group. She has achieved the CECR tested levels of proficiency of C1 Oral Expression and C2 Oral Comprehension. While living in MA, she created, developed the curriculum and directed AVANTAGE, a language school teaching French to both children and adults.
*Advance registration is kindly requested directly through the Gunn Memorial Library. Please send an email to Program Director, Margaret Ferguson at gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586 to register.
Flyer Parlez-vous Francais

Litchfield area French Discussion Group - 6:00 pm
2016-04-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Harvest Moon Timber Frame – Morris, CT, 198 East St, Morris, CT, 06763, United States
The Litchfield area French Discussion group will meet on Thursday,April 21 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.) East Street is in fact route 109. There’s a big sign out front. There’s both a red barn and a house – the group will be meeting in the house.
Led by a French native, previous discussion subjects have covered the Truffaut interviews of Alfred Hitchcock, les parapluies de Cherbourg, the origin of Le Père Noël, Bic pens, Roquefort cheese, Le Beaujolais Nouveau….
Whether 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.
To receive a copy of the article or handout prior to the meeting, RSVP to afnwct@afnwct.org.
AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 for others.

Southbury Ciné-Club - 12noon
2016-04-20 12:00 - 13:30
Come watch “Penguins of Madagascar” – we’ll play it in French with English subtitles.

Amenez votre déjeuner et venez regarder le film avec nous.
This program is free for AFNWCT members and students.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

Southbury French Discussion Group - 12 noon
2016-04-13 12:00 - 13:30
Join us at our weekly French Discussion group Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:30pm. Today’s discussion will revolve around TBD.
Bring your lunch and spend time getting to know other area members and Francophiles.
This program is free for AFNWCT students.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

Washington French Discussion Group - 1pm
2016-04-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Gunn Memorial Library, 5 Wykeham Rd, Washington, CT, 06793, United States
French Discussion Group for all levels – at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington, CT

On Monday, April 11, the Gunn Memorial Library will host its French Discussion Group meeting from 1:00 – 2:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday during the months of April. Whether you are just learning French or are an advanced speaker, you are welcome to join*. A short article in French about a particular subject, cultural tradition or newsworthy event will be shared to initiate an informal conversation. This is not a French class, rather the emphasis will be on participants having an opportunity to offer their opinion, ask questions for better understanding and/or exchange ideas in French.
The group leader will be Marda Gutierrez who received her B.A. in Education from Albion College, MI and lived in France for 5 years. She currently teaches the “French Grammar & Verbs” course, “Jouons Ensemble,” a Parent-Child beginner’s class and assists with Southbury’s Wednesday French discussion group. She has achieved the CECR tested levels of proficiency of C1 Oral Expression and C2 Oral Comprehension. While living in MA, she created, developed the curriculum and directed AVANTAGE, a language school teaching French to both children and adults.
*Advance registration is kindly requested directly through the Gunn Memorial Library. Please send an email to Program Director, Margaret Ferguson at gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586 to register.
Flyer Parlez-vous Francais

Groupe de Lecture - 6:30pm
2016-04-07 18:30 - 20:30
Meeting on the first Thursday of each month, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, participants take turns reading out loud French classic authors and enjoy hearing and sharing the richness of the French language. April’s meeting is on the 7th at the AF Center in Southbury.
The group’s reading choice is entitled “Le grand Coeur” by Jean Christophe Rufin. Based on a true story, it’s about the fascinating life of Jacques Coeur, an entrepreneur of humble origins who rose to become an advisor to King Charles VII of France.
Since most copies need to be ordered from Europe, they will take several weeks to arrive here and so it is suggested that you order yours as soon as possible. The most reasonably priced copies are at Amazon, with prices beginning at $9.08, plus shipping. There are also used copies available that are slightly cheaper. You can find the book at this link. Once there, click on your choice of Used or New under the heading of Mass Market Paperback:

http://www.amazon.com/Grand-Coeur-French-Jean-Christophe-Rufin/dp/2070456153/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1453482975&sr=1-1&keywords=Le+Grand+Coeur+Jean+Christophe+Rufin

If you would like help in ordering the book, please let Amanda know asap at lecture@afnwct.org and she will be happy to oblige.

AFNWCT Members attend for free; A suggested donation of $5 is requested from others.
Questions or comments? Contact Amanda: lecture@afnwct.org

Le Monde Francophone - Québec - 12 noon
2016-04-06 12:00 - 13:30
Join us at À la Découverte du Monde Francophone French Discussion group this Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:30pm. Today’s discussion will revolve around Les Québecois and the language of Québec. Bring photos, articles or items from or about that country to add to the discussion.
Bring your lunch and spend time getting to know other area members and Francophiles.
This program is free for AFNWCT members and students.
RSVP is kindly requested by calling (203) 707-0710.

French Movie - Brookfield Library 1:00pm
2016-04-03 13:00 - 15:30
The Alliance Francaise of NW CT in collaboration with The Brookfield Library has scheduled a monthly showing of a French film with English sub-titles. Listening to the French (while watching the subtitles) is another great way to practice and train your ear to the French language.
On Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 1:00-4:00 pm the film will be Cléo de 5 a 7 (1961)
Selfish pop singer Cléo (Corinne Marchand) has two hours to wait until the results of her biopsy come back. After an ominous tarot card reading, she visits her friends, all of whom fail to give her the emotional support she needs. Wandering around Paris, she finally finds comfort talking with a soldier in a park. On leave from the Algerian War, his troubles put hers in perspective. As they talk and walk, Cléo comes to terms with her selfishness, finding peace before the results come back.
Director: Agnes Varda
Music Composed by Michel Legrand
Please register for this event through the Brookfield library website.

The Best of French Cinéma - 7 pm
2016-04-02 19:00 - 21:00
On Saturday, April 2 at 7pm, in collaboration with the CT Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF), Anne-Christine Rice of Tufts University in Boston will present Beyond Amélie: 10 French Films for Francophiles.
Are you a Francophile? Would you like to watch French films but don’t know where to start? Do you remember watching some New Wave movies but have not seen much lately? This presentation is for you! Anne-Christine Rice will present 10 post-1980 films: comedies, dramas, and many genres in between, big budget productions and independent movies, historical films and others dealing with contemporary issues, major hits and lesser-known films. Excerpts will be shown in French with English subtitles. No previous experience with French films or the French language needed.
Bring your favorite movies to this exciting discussion. Light refreshments will follow this presentation.
Anne-Christine Rice teaches French language and Film at Tufts University, where she is also the founder and director of the French Film Experience (French cine-club). She is the author of the best-selling textbook, “Cinema for French Conversation,” an exciting book for incorporating French cinema and culture into a French language course. Her other textbook, “La France contemporaine à travers ses films” leverages film to explore present-day French culture and society.
Admission is $10 for AFNWCT Members and $15 for non-members. Full time students studying French and over 21 may attend for free but must RSVP by calling (203) 707-0710.
Send your check by Friday April 1 to AFNWCT at 1 Pomperaug Office Park, Suite 301, Southbury, CT 06488 or you may pay by credit card below.
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Using Cinema in the Classroom - Teacher Workshop - 10:30 am
2016-04-02 10:30 - 13:30 | St. Luke’s School, 377 N Wilton Rd, New Canaan, CT, 06840, United States
On Saturday, April 2, in collaboration with the CT Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF), the AFNWCT has invited professor Anne-Christine Rice of Tufts University in Boston to present a workshop titled: “La Grande Guerre: du cinéma à la salle de classe.” This workshop will discuss how even difficult relevant cultural topics, such as WWI, can be easily introduced into the classroom through the use of films such as the movie “Joyeux Noel” (PG-13). This workshop will give French teachers three levels of activities (depending on the level of the students) that they can take away and use immediately.
Registration starts at 10:30, run through lunch and finish around 1:30 pm.
For the last 19 years Anne-Christine Rice has developed an innovative method that places film at the core of the French language experience. Films are the springboard for class discussions, language acquisition and cultural awareness.
Her first textbook, “Cinema for French Conversation”​, now in its 4th edition, established a series that includes Spanish, German, Italian, Russian and Portuguese. Her latest textbook, “La France contemporaine à travers ses films”, continues to leverage film to explore present-day French culture and society. What started as an innovation in 2000 is now the standard.
The cost of this workshop is $25 for members of AATF or AFNWCT. $35 for non members and includes lunch.
Click HERE to sign up through the website of the CT Chapter of AATF.
