French conversation and cultural events in Chicago's western suburbs

Wednesday, August 12, 1:30-2:30 PM  

Geneva Public Library

227 S 7th St, Geneva, IL (Map)

Paris on the Prairie: French Influences on Chicago Architecture 

Architectural historian Laurie Petersen will share examples of architecture in Chicago influenced by French styles. 

This event is Free and Open to the public. 

Registration is not required, but is RECOMMENDED (seating is limited) 

Saturday, August 15,  11:00 AM CT on Zoom

Pan Bagnat

Pan Bagnat is a Provençale specialty that is often described as Niçoise Salad on a roll.  This sandwich is a delicious combination of fresh ingredients that will 

transport you to the south of France.

Join Chef Chris Thielman and Karen Thielman on Zoom to learn how to add this dish to your list of favorite sandwiches!

Sunday, August 16, 1:00-3:30 PM  

Geneva Public Library

227 S 7th St, Geneva, IL (Map)

Monsieur Ibrahim et les Fleurs du Coran is a french film directed by François Dupeyron and released in 2003. 

Appreciate the art of cinema? Watch the film followed by a discussion led by members of Geneva's International Cultural Exchange Committee (ICEC) 

This event is Free and Open to the public. 

Registration is not required, but is RECOMMENDED (seating is limited) 

Saturday, August 22

4:30 - 8:00 PM

Pottawatomie Park

8 North Avenue

St. Charles, IL

$15.00 per person

(covers rental costs and alcohol permit)

Sponsored by AATF Chicago Northern Illinois.

Wednesday, August 26,  7:00 – 8:00 PM CT on Zoom

Connect with AF DuPage members in a Zoom conversation session.  The Zoom link will be sent to all members one day before the event. There is no need to pre-register.

We offer many in person conversation opportunities.  Including the newly added location:   Wine with Me 111 Gigi Gruber Ln, Itasca, IL . Follow the link below to learn more.

Thursday, August 27: 12:30-1:00 PM  CT on Zoom

A Galena Attorney in the (Dark) City of Light

Presented by Paul Herbert 

Who is this man and what has he got to do with Paris? 

Saturday, August 29, 2026 10:30 am

Waubonsie Lake Park – 998 Kautz Rd, Aurora, IL

Our Marcher-Bavarder programs are a great way to energize your morning with your AF DuPage friends and speak French while walking.  Wear comfortable walking shoes/sneakers and bring your own water. 

Wednesday, Septembre 9 at 6:30 PM CT on Zoom

Les Gratitudes , par Delphine de Vigan 

Book club is back after a summer hiatus.  Join your fellow francophile bibliophiles in engaging conversations about notable, contemporary french literature.  Peruse this season's selections.

Saturday, September 12,  11:00 AM CT on Zoom

Stay tuned for the next baking demonstration by Chef Chris Thielman and Karen Thielman.

Thursday, September 17, 7:00 PM  CT on Zoom

Petite maman (2021) de Céline Sciamma 

Ciné-Club is back after the summer break.  Join your fellow cinéphiles in a lively discussion, en français svp,  of contemporary french cinema guided by questionnaires prepared by our volunteer moderators.

Saturday, September 19, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

(Doors open at 12:30, come early and socialize.)

St. John's Church 2nd floor, 1235 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL 

A concours de trivia sponsored by AF du North Shore.  Organize a team of fellow AFDuPage members and participate in this highly competitive and entertaining experience.

Free for AFDuPage members: however, you must register.

Download the Publicity Flyer.

Wednesday, September 30,  7:00 – 8:00 PM CT on Zoom

Connect with AF DuPage members in a Zoom conversation session.  The Zoom link will be sent to all members one day before the event. There is no need to pre-register.

We offer many in person conversation opportunities.  Including the newly added location:   Wine with Me 111 Gigi Gruber Ln, Itasca, IL . Follow the link below to learn more.