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On Sunday 22 May, the Australian Croatian Club, the Alliance Française de Canberra and the White Eagle Polish Club will
come together for the first time to celebrate European cultures in Turner!
Enjoy a selection of stalls offering traditional foods, products, and activities from all across Europe… all in one place! A
day of fun activities - traditional Croatian dance, recitals for children, French music - will be set up in Turner from 11am to 3pm.
Stay tuned for a specific program of what’s to be expected at the festival!
Welcome to this first edition of the European Multicultural Festival!
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Celebrate France's national day at the Alliance Française!
Get with us on Saturday 16th of July from 10am to 12pm.
Enjoy an exquisite brunch, champagne, cheese, salmon, croque-monsieur, viennoiseries and much more,
while listening to French live music!
Come and test your knowledge on France with our special France Trivia!
Family Movie Night - Poly
8th of July 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for an evening of French cinema at the Alliance Française! Discover or rediscover with your family the film "Poly"
by Nicolas Vanier.
"Cécile, 10 years old, moves to the south of France with her mother, Louise. Integrating with the other children in the village is not
easy. When a circus moves in next door, Cecile discovers that Poly, the star pony, is being mistreated. She decides to protect him and to
organize his escape! Pursued by Brancalou, the worrying director of the circus, and the mysterious Victor, Cecile and Poly embark on a
journey full of twists and turns, a voyage of initiation and a beautiful story of friendship..."
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"Cécile, 10 ans, déménage dans le sud de la France avec sa mère, Louise. L’intégration avec les autres enfants du village n’est pas
facile. Lorsqu’un cirque de passage s’installe à côté, Cécile découvre que Poly le poney vedette est maltraité. Elle décide de le protéger
et d’organiser son évasion ! Poursuivis par Brancalou, l’inquiétant directeur du cirque, et le mystérieux Victor, Cécile et Poly
s’embarquent dans une cavale pleine de rebondissements, un voyage initiatique et une belle histoire d’amitié…"
Friday, February 25th 2022
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Join us for an evening of French cinema at the Alliance Française! Discover or re-discover cult class with François Truffaut's film Jules et Jim.
March 2nd to April 6th 2022
At Palace Electric CinemaBook
Tickets are now on sale for the 2022 Alliance Française French Film Festival! Come and join us for our exceptional line up of French films!
Book your tickets to the opening night: https://www.affrenchfilmfestival.org/canberra
– canapés, champagne, wine, and a fabulous film – don’t miss out!
Can’t decide what to see, listen to our director take on her top five during her interview this week with Barbie Robinson from Living Arts
Canberra: https://www.livingartscanberra.com.au/the-33rd-alliance.../
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Francophonie Market Friday 18 March 4-6pm at the Alliance française de Canberra Come and fête International Francophonie Week with us at our annual Francophonie Market! The week celebrates all the French-speaking countries of the world. Our market brings together 11 embassy stalls from diverse French-speaking countries who will share with you samples of their national food and drink. There will also be a display of school-children's artworks about each of these countries. So enjoy the exhibition as you savour the flavour of the Francophonie!
The Alliance Française of Canberra will be closed from the 23rd of December to the 3rd of January inclusive.
Bare Witness Theatre Co. supported by Ainslie and Gorman Arts Centres presents: The Stranger by Albert Camus
8th - 11th of December 7:30pm, Tickets: $25-30 at Humanitix, The Ralph Wilson Theatre, Gorman Arts Centre
One of Canberra’s most celebrated actors, Christopher Samuel Carroll, delivers a performance of searing intensity in this solo adaptation of
a startlingly modern classic. From the infamous opening line, “Maman died today”, the character of Meursault states his case with
unflinching directness, confronting his listeners with a story of alienation, chance and life-shattering choices that takes a scalpel to the
hypocrisy of civil society.
Wednesday 8th of December -7:00pm
Venue: Palace Electric Cinemas, 2 Phillip Law St, Canberra ACT 2601
Tickets: $12 for AF Members
Join us for an exclusive preview screening of the top film at this year's Festival, the mouth-watering historical
comedy, Delicious.
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Free activities for children - French Market Day
Saturday 20th of November
10:00am - 11:00am
Sign up your children for an hour of fun activities in French: Jacques a dit, pétanque and many more activities to enjoy outdoors with
our French-speaking instructor Olivia!
Summer Wine Tasting
Wednesday 15th of December 5:30pm-8:30pm
Join us at Alliance Française for a Summer Wine Tasting and embark on a Tour de France of our exquisite wine regions with this special
selection:
Thursday 9th of December - 8:00pm-11:00pm
Celebrate the season with us on December 9 at our annual Christmas Party ! Enjoy a tasty dinner, buy a drink from the bar, BYO dessert to share, and performances by our students and staff! Spaces limited.
Dinner by the French restaurant Ondine :
Chicken Supreme with Roasted Barley and Summer vegetable Medley.
Vegetarian option:
Pumkin Fondant squash, Steamed Zucchini and Braised Pumpkin seeds with crème fraîche sauce.
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Tuesday, 7th of December - 4:15pm-5:30pm
Join us at Alliance Française for a special christmas show!
Watch our young students, sing, dance and perform !
As tradition, Santa Claus will be there, with a present for each child! Let your child’s teacher know whether you are coming to make sure
Santa packs a present!
Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions all children below 12 are welcome but we are limited to 64 adults in the great hall so make sure
you RSVP!
Tuesday 2 November: 6 :00pm-7:30pm
Come and join us for a new discussion in French about the movie "Amour" by Austrian director Michael Haneke, Palme d'Or at
the Cannes Film Festival in 2012.
Synopsis:
Georges and Anne are in their eighties. They are cultivated, retired music teachers. Their daughter, who is also a musician, lives abroad
with her family. One day, Anne has a stroke, and the couple’s bond of love is severely tested. Veteran French stars Jean-Louis Trintignant
and Emmanuelle Riva are unforgettable in Austrian director Michael Haneke’s tender, wrenching story of love and death.
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Friday 22nd of October 4:00pm-4:45pm
FREE ZOOM EVENT
Bring your children to enjoy children’s books read by our teacher Laurie! This story time session will focus on a timeless tale:
"La Petite poule rousse".
Listen to Laurie tell the tale of the Little Red Hen as she makes delicious cake that her lazy friends can't resist. Children will eagerly continue reading to see what will happen when everyone resist to helping her.
Saturday 20th of November - 10:00am-4:00pm
Mark your diary for a day of fun, food and French inspired artisan items.
A fabulous French market, right here in Canberra, with Cheeses, charcuterie, truffes, wines, crêpes, handmade products... discover a
wide selection of fine French products and services at their annual French Market.
Buy a raffle ticket and get a chance to win a brand new Peugeot SUV 208!
Friday, 29th of October 1:00pm-2:00pm
Learn how to achieve the fluffiest brioche and master the most beautiful tarte aux pommes with experienced Magimix consultant Rose. In
French, you will be guided through the basics of making breads and tarts, whilst Rose shares her own personal tips and tricks to ensure a
perfect result every time.
Non members: $15
Members: $12,75
Friday, the 22nd of October 6:00pm-8:00pm
Come and join us for a new cooking workshop focusing on le poulet basquaise.
This local recipe became a French national dish and has now gained international fame. Born in the Basque Country, this traditional
dish is relatively easy to prepare and brings many flavors, mainly thanks to its sauce, the Basque sauce.
$20 for non members
$17 for members
Friday, the 5th of November - 4:00pm-6:00pm
Want to get ready for next Term and review the fundamentals? Looking to brush up on your grammar, deepen your understanding of the
intricacies of French, or just improve your accent? Revise the essentials with our teachers during this exclusive workshop.
$10 for non members
$8,5 for members
Good news! You can now come and collect the books you ordered online with our
new click & collect service!
Our Click & Collect is back for a second week:
Wednesday 6th of October, 4:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday 7h of October, 2:30pm-4:30pm
Friday 10:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, 30th of September - 4:30pm-5:15pm
FREE ZOOM EVENT
Bring your children to enjoy children’s books read by French illustrator and children's books author Louise Mézel! This story time
session will focus on a timeless French legend: "La Tour Penchée de la Vermondie".
Online Movie Night discussion in French: Ne le dis à personne
Tuesday 5 October 6 :00pm-7:30pm
Come and join us for a new discussion in French about the movie "Ne le dis à personne" by French actor and Director Guillaume
Canet.
Synopsis:
Based on Harlan Coben's international best selling thriller about pediatrician Alexandre Beck who still grieves the murder of his beloved
wife Margot Beck eight years earlier. When two bodies are found near the scene of the crime, the police reopen the case and Alex becomes a
suspect again.
Wednesday, 29th of September - 4:30pm-6:30pm
FREE ZOOM EVENT
Discover our teaching methods, experience the learning material, meet our teaching team and ask any questions you'd
like!
Engage in a fun free activity in French whether you are an adult or a young learner!
Meet our friendly reception staff and get 10% off if you enrol during our Online Immersion Day!
We are delighted to be able to welcome you back to face-to-face learning from Monday 22 November!
When you arrive at our building, could we please ask you to:
Online wine tasting : 1st of October - 5:30pm-7:30pm
We have teamed up again with French Flair wine importers to offer you a NEW selection of 3 different French wines plus
complimentary live online wine tasting class on October the 1st from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Have the wine delivered to your door and then let Christophe Rebut, French wine expert, talk you through a tasting of those 3 wines.
Wednesday the 15th of September
6:00pm-7:30pm
FREE ZOOM EVENT
Come to a Panel discussion in French featuring:
Karine Mauris, Cultural Attachée to the French Embassy in Australia. Artistic Director of the Alliances Françaises French Film Festival
Roland Peelman, conductor, pianist and Artistic Director of Canberra International Music Festival
Saturday, 11th of September - 10:00am-10:45am
Zoom event
Once upon a time.... we all love those words as a kid, because we knew we were about to travel in a magic world where animals can talk and
the humans are able to understand them.
Why not use this magic world to practice our French?
Bring your kids to enjoy children’s books read by our French teacher Graziella! This story time session is open to all ages and levels of
French.
Wednesday, the 8th of September 6:00pm-8:00pm
Zoom event
When it comes to wine-scented beef stews the Boeuf Bourguignon is king. Follow Franck, teacher at Alliance Française and member of
the official french culinary society as he guides you through the steps to prepare the perfect Boeuf Bourguignon! Discover a little bit of
history behind this iconic dish and what you should be adding to the slow cooker.
Tuesday, the 7th of September 2021 - 6:00pm-7:30pm
Zoom event
Set against Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, while it was closed for repairs, this film is a love story between two young vagrants:
Alex, a would be circus performer addicted to alcohol and sedatives and Michele, a painter driven to a life on the streets because of a
failed relationship and an affliction which is slowly turning her blind.
The ACT has entered a lockdown as a result of COVID-19 cases being identified in the community. The lockdown will remain in place until 5.00pm
Friday 17th of September. We
are now more available to help you join your online class! Our telephone hours have been extended to 6.15pm so you can call us if problems
strike when your class starts. We want to help you stay with us during this lock-down. Please call 6257 6696.
Local final: Wednesday 25th of August 6:00pm-7:00pm
Register now to the international online competition about French culture and try to win a 15-day trip to Normandy, France! Open to AFC students 16+, level B1 minimum.
Saturday, August 28th 2021
3:00pm-5:00pm
Let's sing in French with Pauline Maudy!
3:00PM-4:00PM: come and learn french songs and vocabulary with our teacher
4:00PM-5:00PM: sing along with award-winning French-born singer and songwriter Pauline before the concert
Saturday, August 28th 2021
7:30pm
Come and celebrate Bastille Day with us at Alliance Française and be prepared for an evening of music, mulled wine and crêpes.
Join Pauline Maudy for a rare, intimate concert at the Alliance Francaise featuring some of her award-winning compositions and favourite
French and jazz songs in French and English!
Special Winter Wine Tasting
Friday, 25 June 2021 5:30PM-8:30PM
Taste 3 delicious vins de Bordeaux and 2 vins doux naturels paired with cheeses
Savour a delicious chocolate tart paired with cognac
Get Ready for Term 3
July 1, 3:00PM-7:00PM
FREE EVENT
Haven’t chosen your class yet ? Not sure what your level is? Come and chat with our teachers, around a glass of wine
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FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE TRIVIA
21st of June - 7:00-7:15pm
Celebrate Fête de la Musique with us. Drop by and test your knowledge of French Music. There are prizes to be won.
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Marc Rambeau Au Fil du temps opening reception and exhibition
17th of June - 7:00pm
FREE EVENT
A retrospective exhibition by our artist in residence Marc Rambeau.
Opening reception with drinks and french delicacies on 17 June from 7:00pm.
This retrospective exhibition shows the evolution of Marc Rambeau’s painting on various themes with different media over the last 50 years
as his life took him around the world. It is a journey of discovery.
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Wednesday 9th of June - 4:15pm-5:30pm
The young learners' winter show will consist of a series of performances by students of our young learners' classes which will be followed
by an afternoon tea.
Beau Joli 2021 est arrivé!
Beau Joli Premier Crew is a light, enjoyable "Vin de Primeur" made at Rosnay, Canowindra, New South Wales,
Australia, from their own organically grown Shiraz, Mourvedre, Grenache and Carignan vines.
The fruit was hand picked by members of the Alliance Française de Canberra and fermented on site using traditional French "Maceration
Carbonique" to make a wine with brilliant ruby colour, a fruity nose with a lively palate, tangy and low tannin with zero additives or
sulfites added.
The Alliance Française is proud to host French Dancer and choregrapher Denis Plassard, during his Australian Tour.
Come to discover an original way to melt dance with photography ! Parents are welcome to participate with their kids.
Join us in our cooking workshops "Les Terroirs de Franck" where you practice French, cook and savour some traditional French dishes in a fun atmosphere.
Get an international taste with our Marché Francophonie on the 19th of March 3.30 - 5.30 to celebrate international French language day!
The biggest French Film Festival outside of France! If you're keen to experience the latest sophisticated, vibrant and daring films from France, the Alliance Française French Film Festival is the place to do it.
View original 18th century French Revolutionary Pamphlets and related items at a one-off event, hosted by Friends of the National Library of Australia. Seats limited.
The concert will present French music from the 17th Century to the present day performed by some of Canberra’s best musicians and singers.
Last concert of the Sping Concert Serie.
Spring Series Concert @ Wesley Music Centre 5.30-6.45pm
Concert Rouge - Poppies in the Field is based on a WW1 theme, featuring soprano Louise Page, pianist Colleen Rae-Gerrard, cellist Jacqueline Finlay & pianist Hilda Visser-Scott.
