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French conversation and cultural events in Chicago's western suburbs.
Events
Experience the richness of French and francophone culture through our vibrant cultural events, conversation groups, language
workshops and programs.
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Conversation Groups
Our French language conversation groups are open to everyone, members and nonmembers, and all levels of French. We invite
beginners and native speakers to come together for informal conversation.
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Placement Tests
Interested in knowing your level in French? Our placement test module lets you take online written tests to determine your French level.
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What's on // Nouveautés
You don’t have to speak French to participate in activities through the Alliance Française. We welcome everyone that is interested in learning and experiencing French and Francophone culture.
French-themed Halloween Party!
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Nov 01 |
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8:00 am - 12:00 pm |
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Location to be announced in Punchbowl invitation. |
Please join us for a Halloween party, where you may come dressed in a French-themed costume. A prize will be awarded for
the best costume! (Note: Costume is not obligatory for attendance.)
Current AF DuPage members will receive a Punchbowl invitation at the beginning of October with
full party details, including the exact address of the party.
The party will be limited to 40 attendees. There will be a potluck food spread.
Looking forward to seeing you at the event!
French Conversation Group at Arcedium Coffeehouse
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Nov 02 |
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6:00 am - 8:00 am |
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60 Indiana, St Charles IL |
No RSVP required.
Mini-Zoom: Le Comptoir National d'Escompte de Paris
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Nov 06 |
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4:30 am - 5:00 am |
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Online Zoom Presentation |
Le Comptoir National d'Escompte de Paris
Presented by Carol Yoken
From sumptuous 19th century bank to high-end 21st century hotel/restaurant/ gym/co-work space/”rooftop vegetalise”…. A magnificent example of bank architecture of the epoque, with symbolic statuary, artistic stone carving, and Byzantine-inspired stained-glass and mosaics. We will trace the story of this designated national monument in Paris’ 9th arrondissement through archival black and white photographs, old engravings, and more modern color images.
AF DuPage members need not register. AF North Shore and AF Omaha members, please register in order to receive the Zoom link. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before the presentation.
RSVP by: 4 Nov 2026 4:00pm
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Explore // Explorer
L'atelier
Discover our language workshop designed to improve speaking fluency, phonetics, grammar, and cultural knowledge,
bridging the gap between classroom grammar and real-world communication.
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Club de lectures
Join our reading group designed to help you develop French reading comprehension and speaking skills.
Join our club de lectures
Ciné-club
Everyone loves movies. Join us for interactive experiences as we explore classic and modern French cinema, followed by a discussion
with fellow movie goers.
Join our Ciné-club
Go further // Aller plus loin
French Language Classes & Resources
Checkout the online French classes available for AF DuPage members through Alliance Française du North Shore and other French language
resources.
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Culturethèque
Your 24/7 French e-library. As a member, enjoy endless entertainment and language learning at your fingertips with Culturethèque.
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Support Us
As a non-for-profit your gift will support Alliance Française DuPage with key programing that brings French language and culture to the
western suburbs.
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