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Discover Thierry Jacquot, a French artist who is going to exhibit his artworks from the 1st of May until the 19 of may at the Alliance
Française de Canberra!
Join us on the 5th of May at 6pm for the opening night, in presence of the artist.
Join us on Saturday 27 May at The Street Theatre for a one-off exclusive show staring bilingual comedian Paul Taylor.
(Spectacle bilingue | Bilingual show)
Click here to learn more about the show!
Standard: $55
Alliance Française Members: $50
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Come celebrate European cultures with us!
On Sunday 7th May, the Australian Croatian Club, the Alliance Française de Canberra and the White Eagle Polish Club will come together for
the second time to celebrate European cultures in Turner!
A day of fun activities - Traditional food, drinks, dancing, music and activities from across Europe- will be set up in Turner from 10am to
3pm.
Stay tuned for a specific program of what’s to be expected at the festival
Welcome to this second edition of the European Multicultural Festival!
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Can you believe it - it's already the end of the 34th French Film Festival!
For the last night we wanted to give you the best with a night full of French music and of course french catering!
We are waiting for you on the 5th of April at 6:30pm.
Unexpectedly touching, FREESTYLE closes the festival on a high note, sharing tears, laughs and sublime joy as Paul and Louise learn to
overcome their anxieties and trust in the power of love and friendship again.
$35 AF and Palace members
$40 non-members
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Human Rights Night !
On the 30th of March at 6:30pm, enjoy a stirring, engrossing and open-hearted, powered by Calamy’s loveable performance.
After the movie a Q&A session will be organised by ANU at Palace Electric Cinema.
Don't miss this amazing movie that is Annie's Fire, you will absolutely love it.
"Inspired by true events, ANNIE’S FIRE is the warm, tender and humane new film from Blandine Lenoir, featuring another terrific
performance from the unstoppable Laure Calamy as an ordinary woman who becomes emboldened by a cause far bigger than herself."
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On the 23rd of March we are waiting for you at Palace Electric Cinema for one of our Special Event called "The Tasting".
A promise of a good evening with a glass of French wine before the screening start.
Screening starts at 6:15pm but we invite you to be here at 6pm to enjoy your glass of wine.
"The Tasting follows Jacques divorced and disgruntled, Jacques finds himself teetering on bankruptcy as his wine business begins
to suffer.
Not feeling particularly inspired by the next stage of his life, Jacques is close to giving up until Hortense stumbles into his shop."
$23 AF and Palace members
$29 non- members
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On Tuesday 21th of March at 6:00pm, we invite you for proudly presented by the Embassy of Belgium for a movie called Playground/ Un monde “Wandel is telling a story that in its piercing, sensitive detail and life-shaping arc is as familiar as yours and mine.", a movie
called Playground.
Celebrated as one of the major European discoveries of the year, writer/director Laura Wandel’s extraordinary, sit-up-and-take-notice debut
explores the complex world of children, as navigated by a sensitive, empathetic seven-year-old girl.
A glass of French wine will be waiting for you before the screening starts!
$23 AF and Palace members
$29 Non-members
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Joins us on the 19th of March at 3:30pm!!
We invite you for an evening of French food, music and a really good movie based on champion pastry chef Yazid Ichemrahem’s autobiography
comes an inspiring story of hope, great pastry and triumph against all odds.
We are waiting for you for a nice moment and a great movie!!
Don't miss out, tickets selling fast !
$30 Palace and AF members
$35 Non-members
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On Thursday 16th of March at 6:00pm another special event is coming !!
On the program, French delicacies followed by music to accompany your tasting.
TWO TICKETS TO GREECE is an out-and-out crowd-pleaser, a breezily delightful tale of female camaraderie, stoked by laughter, tears and, of course, great scenery.
The synopsis of the movie will get you excited to see this movie !
“Recently divorced, and watching helplessly as her only son leaves home, Blandine is struggling to find her footing again. So when her
former best friend Magalie , loud and fearless, suddenly resurfaces, she allows herself to be spontaneous for a change... The two will take
the trip they always dreamed of as teenagers, to Amorgos, the amazing location where Luc Besson's The Big Blue was shot.But as they head off
towards their destination, it's soon apparent that Magalie's very different approach to holidaying - and to life - could lead Blandine to
her breaking point... and beyond!”
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Our Atelier Conversation is back!
Practice your French in an informal context, with the help of Jacques and Victoria, two native French speakers who are visiting
Canberra.
What is the topic? "Brittany, land of traditions". Brittany is one of the first tourist destinations in France.
Everyone can contribute with their own level of French.
FREE ENTRY
Refreshment included
For adults and young adults (+16y/o)
Limited to 10 participants
Date and time: Friday 17 March, 5pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Place: Main Hall
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It's almost the "Semaine de la Francophonie" or Francophonie Week!
On Friday 24 March, join us for the Francophonie Market as we celebrate francophone cultures and countries at the Alliance Francaise of Canberra.
Enjoy free food and drinks from around the world - Lebanon, Belgium, Switzerland, Uruguay, France, Canada and Morocco will be represented.
Grab a Francophonie Passport at the beginning of the market and collect stamps from every stall to win a special prize.
Date: Friday 24 March
Time: 4 to 6pm
66 McCaughey Street 2612, ACT Free entry!
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Join us for our Exclusive Special Preview on Wednesday 1st of March.
$23 AF and Palace Members & $29 non-members.
A glass of French wine will be included !
Synopsis of the movie:
"5 days into the heart of the French anti-terrorism services during the hunt for suspects after the 13/11/2015 attacks in Paris."
Book your tickets on Palace Electric Website!
The Alliance Française of Canberra will be closed from Friday 23 December to Tuesday 3 January!
We look forward to seeing you all in 2023!
We are very proud to support the Emerging Artists Programme with the ANU School of Art and Design each year.
The exhibition will take place at the Alliance Française de Canberra in August.
The exhibition will feature a variety of works including glassware, paintings, sculptures and more.
Here the winners :
2022 FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL
FRANCE VS ARGENTINA
COME AND JOIN US AT ALLIANCE FRANCAISE DE CANBERRA TO WATCH THE GAME WITH US!
BOTH FRENCH AND ARGENTINIAN SUPPORTERS ARE WELCOME!
RSVP here : https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2022-fifa-world-cup-final-at-kambri-anu-tickets-490192487927?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_term=2022+FIFA+World+Cup+Final+at+Kambri+ANU&aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail
Join us for the world cup semi-finals at the Alliance Française de Canberra.
Live will start at 5.45 am in the morning.
Please rsvp here : www.eventbrite.com/e/world-cup-semi-finals-france-vs-morocco-tickets-486430285077?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Free event
Enjoy a coffee and a croissant
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Participez à la 17ème édition de Chansons sans Frontières, un concours international d'écriture d'un texte de chanson en français.
Cette année la thématique s'articule autour des Passagers du temps en lien avec Dis-moi
dix mots à tous les temps.
Il y a 6 prix à gagner dans 3 catégories
PLUS DE 20 ANS :
1er prix Région Normandie : 1 semaine en France pour 2 personnes,
tous frais payés
2ème Prix : 500 €
MOINS DE 20 ANS :
1erPrix Jeune Public Ville de Caen : 400 €
2ème Prix Jeune public : 200€
FRANÇAIS LANGUE MATERNELLE (FLM) :
Avec Dis-moi dix mots :
Année-lumière, avant-jour, dare-dare, déjà-vu, hivernage, lambiner, plus-que-parfait, rythmer, synchrone et tic-tac
Prix
FLM (+
de 20 ans) : 150€
Prix Jeune Public FLM (- de 20 ans) : 100 €
Pour participer, rien de plus simple :
→ Il s’agit de rédiger le texte d’une chanson en français sur le thème Passagers du temps
→ Inscriptions gratuites, jusqu’au 18 décembre 2022 sur https://www.chansons-sans-frontieres.fr/le-concours
Conseils d’écriture, modalités de participation, thème, règlement ICI
Le concours est soutenu par la DGLF, l'OIF, la région Normandie et relayé par nos partenaires : IF
Profs, la Fondation Alliance Française, la FIPF, TV5 Monde.
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Come celebrate Christmas and the end of a wonderful year at the Alliance Francaise de Canberra!
On December 9, starting at 5pm, come and enjoy a glass of wine and snacks around our pétanque court.
This is an opportunity to practice your French while playing the famous sport of pétanque.
You can come whenever you want from 5 to 9 pm to enjoy the BBQ.
On the program: Live music, petanque contest, presentation of students' works, BBQ....
Join us for the live broadcast of the France - Australia football game!
Come and enjoy the Football World Cup at the Alliance!
On Wednesday 23 November from 6am, enjoy a football game with French and Australian supporters, with a coffee and a
croissant!
Live from the Qatar, come and support your team during this game.
For this special (and early!) event, enjoy the game with a coffee and a croissant for $10.
In term 3, students learning French in primary schools and secondary schools in the ACT had the opportunity to practise
their French pronunciation by learning a French poem by heart and take part in a poetry reciting competition.
The Prize ceremony for the competition will take place at the Alliance Française on Wednesday 9 November, at 4pm for the
Primary school winners and at 5 pm for the Secondary school winners.
This ceremony is for the winning students and their family only. Winning students will receive a personal invitation.
À l'occasion de la Journée internationale des professeurs de français (25/11/2022), l'Alliance française de Canberra organise une soirée en l'honneur des enseignants de français de Canberra. Trois d'entre eux témoigneront de leur parcours personnel et professionnel. Un moment convivial suivra afin de célébrer tous ceux qui transmettent notre belle langue française!
The Night of Ideas is an initiative created by the Institut Français in 2016 and organised by the French Embassy to Australia in Canberra
this year!
This is a multidisciplinary event (social and hard sciences, arts, culture journalism, inspirational thinking) on
a specific topic.
We’ve decided to give a specific focus to the Nights depending on where they take place: for Canberra, the focus will
be on « (Re)building together – A fair(er) society ».
The event will take place on Tuesday 8 November at the National Museum of Australia from 5.30 pm to 9 pm.
Join us for a night of shared ideas, debate and food for thought!
Booking on : https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/night-of-ideas-tickets-428970942637
Event organised by the French Embassy to Australia
Le 27 octobre, venez découvrir l'histoire de Nicolas Baudin, célèvre navigateur en expedition dans les eaux australiennes au 19ème siècle.
Conférence en français par le paléontologue Patrick de Deckker, également professeur à l'ANU.
Le 27 octobre de 17h à 19h
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On Saturday 19 November, discover more than 30 stalls offering food, drink, arts and crafts at the Alliance Francaise of
Canberra!
From 10am to 4pm, enjoy a program of activities for children, some live music, a game of "pétanque"! If you wish to learn French,
this is the day to come and speak to a French teacher!
FREE ENTRY
10AM - 4PM
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Join us for our yearly Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting!
On Thursday 17 November from 7pm, come and taste some delicious Beaujolais Nouveau at the Alliance Francaise of
Canberra!
Each fall, shortly after harvest, fresh and fruit-forward Beaujolais nouveau is released. Beaujolais nouveau is made from gamay grapes grown
in France's Beaujolais region, an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) located in Northeastern France near Lyon.
Intended for immediate consumption, Beaujolais nouveau is a juicy number best served with a slight chill!
For this special event, we have prepared a tasting plate "sur mesure" to accompany your Beaujolais Nouveau. Think charcuterie board, full of saucisson, cheese, olives and tapenades!
Enjoy some live music for a celebration of Beaujolais Nouveau, like the French do!
Tickets:
AF members:$64
Non-members: $75
Franck lance son apéro du vendredi soir !
Premier apéro le vendredi 21 octobre à l'Alliance Française de Canberra, dès 19h. Rendez-vous à tous les francophones qui
veulent discuter en français, boire un pot et déguster un plateau charcut' en refaisant le monde !
Bienvenue !
La langue de Molière: Reza's art
The Street Theatre
Friday 9 September 2022
6:15pm
Come and listen to a selection of Art, the award-winning contemporary comedy classic play about art and friendship, read in
French - la langue de Molière.
Lend your ears to the words of leading French playwright Yasmina Reza as first written and spoken in her native language, read by Alliance Française de Canberra's teacher Stéphanie Pouliquin and communication expert Louise Roudière and ANU School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics students Emmanuelle Dunn Lewis and Sophie Holloway in a unique collaboration.
Friday 23 September, 5:30-8:30pm
On Friday 23 September, come and celebrate the New Caledonia Short Film Festival at the Alliance Francaise de Canberra!
8 award winning short films will be presented. This travelling festival will be presented in other Alliance Francaise around Australia,
and Canberra will participate in the vote to select their favorite film!
Taste some delicious French wine and New Caledonian canapés after watching 8 short films from New Caledonia. The festival is based around
four themes:
Living together – Historical legacy
Humour
Childhood and imagination
Environment
Price: $5
Total screening time: 1h35
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From 15 September to 14 October, the Alliance Francaise of Canberra will present 'Fake News', an exhibition produced by Poster for Tomorrow, with the support of the Institut Francais and the French Embassy in Australia.
'Fake News' is an exhibition that reflects on the power of spreading fake and misleading information. With the ever growing
use of social media, we are now constantly given global news and information - how do we detect which are true and which are not?
Traditional media now have to face a constant flood of information online, from various sources. This exhibition reflects on
the impact this has on public opinion, how these Fake News are used by various personalities and politicians.
Wine Tasting - Wine your way around France!
Friday 26 August 5:30 to 8:30pm
As Christophe, our wine specialist from French Flair, has just come back from his trip to France this July, come and enjoy his newest discoveries!
From 2 to 19 August, selected artists from ANU School of Arts will be exhibiting their work at the Alliance Francaise of Canberra. Winners of the EASS (Emerging Artist Supporting Scheme) award, these artists will showcase paintings, photographs, glass works, furniture and more in the exhibition space at the Alliance.
On August 5th from 6pm, we will be projecting one of the absolute classics of French cinema: Les
Choristes
directed by Christophe Barratier.
Get with us for one of the funniest French comedy! This film is beautiful, moving, joyful and
with good feelings but also some dramatic moments. Starring Gérard Jugnot, Kad Merad, Jean-Baptiste Monnier, all very
appreciated in France, this movie won't disappoint you .
(This movie will be projected in French with French subtitles: for advanced levels, it is a way
to practice both oral and written comprehension.)
Tickets:
French Movie Night - Les demoiselles de rochefort
10th of June 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Join us for an evening of French cinema at the Alliance Française! Discover or rediscover with your family the film "Les demoiselles de
rochefort" by Jacques Demy .
The film will be shown in French with English subtitles.
"Delphine and Solange are two twins of 25 years old, charming and witty. Delphine, the blonde, gives dance lessons and Solange, the redhead,
gives music theory lessons. They live in the music as others live in the moon and dream to meet the great love at the corner of the street.
Just then, fairground workers arrive in town, and they frequent the bar run by the twins' mother. A big fair is coming up and a dreamy
sailor is looking for his ideal woman..."
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"Delphine et Solange sont deux jumelles de 25 ans, ravissantes et spirituelles. Delphine, la blonde, donne des leçons de danse et
Solange, la rousse, des cours de solfège. Elle vivent dans la musique comme d'autres vivent dans la lune et rêvent de rencontrer le grand
amour au coin de la rue. Justement des forains arrivent en ville. Ils fréquentent le bar que tient la mère des jumelles. Une grande foire se
prépare et un marin rêveur cherche son idéal féminin..."
Wednesday 25 May - 5:30pm
In accordance with clauses 30 and 31 of the Constitution of the Alliance Française de Canberra Incorporated, the Committee is convening an
annual general meeting (AGM) of the Alliance Française de Canberra to be held at 66 McCaughey Street Turner, on Wednesday 25 May 2022 at
5.30 pm.
The election to change legal structure of the Alliance Française of Canberra will take place May 25th,
from 5pm at the Alliance Française of Canberra.
The Committee of the Alliance française de Canberra has decided to propose to members that the Alliance should move from an Incorporated
Association to a Company Limited by Guarantee. This change will have no impact on you or your French classes or our events. If this change
occurs, you will remain a member of the new organisation. The Committee believes that this change will ensure that the Alliance is
structured in the most appropriate and resilient way to enable it to thrive both now and into the future. This change will also give us the
opportunity to expand our reach into regional areas surrounding the ACT.
April 29th - 5.30-8.30pm at Alliance Française de Canberra
The Alliance Française de Canberra, French Flair and Ainslie IGA are teaming up once again to offer you a new very special wine tasting
soirée! You are invited to a convivial, elegant and pleasant soirée, where you will be guided through the tasting of 6 white and red French
wines of exceptional quality, by expert Christophe Rébut. Join us and discover the diversity of Rhône-Alpes region's wines!
Family Movie Night - Ma famille et le loup
6th of May 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Join us for an evening of French cinema at the Alliance Française! Discover or rediscover with your family the film "Ma famille et le
loup" by Adrià Garcia.
Soft drinks, newly arrived croque-monsieur and other snacks available at the bar! Adults are welcomed and wine will be
available as well.
Wednesday 29th of June - 4:00pm-5:30pm
The children will perform in french. An afternoon tea will then follow for the children and their parents or caregivers.
RSVP online or to our front office by the 26th of june 2022, please enter the names of all the attendees.
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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.
