Alliance Française DuPage, Inc. - P.O.Box 3992 - Naperville, IL 60567 - USA
february Events
THE MAKING OF THE GREAT MUSEUMS OF PARIS
Five consecutive Thursdays, January 15 through February 12 at 12 noon CT on Zoom.
The Making of the Great Museums of Paris – From 1900 Until Today
A series of Zoom lectures dedicated to “The Making of the Great Museums of Paris – From 1900 Until Today”, with the directors and curators of some of Paris’s most iconic museums. Hosted by AF Miami Metro and AF Chicago.
Tickets to attend individual lectures: $10 for members of any AF chapter and $20 for non-members.
Tickets to attend the entire series of five lectures: $40 for members and $80 for non-members.
BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, February 11, 6:30 - 8:30 PM CT on Zoom
L'Occupation des sols, par Jean Échenoz (Parallel Text 2)
The AF DuPage Book Club meetings are conducted in French and are held on Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings start at 6:30 pm unless otherwise indicated and last 1½ - 2 hours.
Please contact Book Club Coordinator Mike Wrzesinski at mwrzesinski@att.net if you have any questions, and to receive the Zoom link and discussion questions for each month's reading.
Mini-Zoom
Thursday February 19 at 12:30 - 1:00 PM CT on Zoom
Iceland is a remarkable country in the heart of the north-Atlantic which can serve as a convenient stopover point while on your trips between the USA and France. In this 25
minute Mini-Zoom en français, Charles Coulon will share highlights of his adventures on the island in October 2025. You will also learn a few geological terms in French.
Marcher et Bavarder
Saturday, February 21, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Danada Forest Preserve, 3S580 Naperville Rd, Wheaton (weather permitting)
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.
Café Conversation
Wednesday February 25, 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: The Living Room, 102 Stephen Street, Lemont, IL. Follow the link below to learn more.
Online Baking Demo
Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 - 11:30 AM CT on Zoom
Basque-Style Cheesecake
We know what you’re thinking. “Somebody left the cheesecake in the oven too long!” But no, the distinctive brown top is absolutely correct for this type of cheesecake from the Basque region.
Rendez-vous avec nous
Saturday, February 28, 2:00-4:00 PM
Bubblehouse Brewing Company, Lisle
Our Rendez-vous provides more opportunities to say “Bonjour” to each other and for you to interact with the AF DuPage leadership team. Think of them as mini Open House meetings.
March Events
Un après-midi d'immersion
Save the date: Saturday, March 7
Ray Morrill Community Center, 1777 S Blanchard St Lower Level, Wheaton, IL
(MAP)
Alliance Française DuPage will offer its members an Immersion program that will last 3-4 hours.
Speaking French will be “de rigueur”; therefore, we recommend this program for those members who feel fairly comfortable with basic conversational French. Do you need to speak fluently or be an advanced speaker? Pas du tout!
You can expect interactive communicative activities along with two culturally centered activities.
Book Club
Wednesday, March 11 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM CT on Zoom
La Nausée, par Jean-Paul Sartre
The AF DuPage Book Club meetings are conducted in French and are held on Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings start at 6:30 pm unless otherwise indicated and last 1½ - 2 hours.
Please contact Book Club Coordinator Mike Wrzesinski at mwrzesinski@att.net if you have any questions, and to receive the Zoom link and discussion questions for each month's reading.
Ciné Club
Thursday, March 19 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM CT on Zoom
Monsieur Lazhar, Philippe Falardeau
Join us for interactive experiences as we explore classic and modern French cinema. Participants will be able to join a breakout room to discuss the film in either French or English. Open to AF DuPage and AF North Shore members - participants will watch the film on their own prior to the discussion.
Café Conversation
Wednesday, March 25 from 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: The Living Room, 102 Stephen Street, Lemont, IL. Follow the link below to learn more.