Since its founding in 1903, the Philadelphia Chapter of the
Alliance Française has encouraged the study of the
French language and literature, promoted French culture and
fostered friendly relations between France and the United
States with a uniquely Philadelphia touch, style and tradition.
You can further details on our language classes in the newsletter.
Tuesday, November 18, 5:30 pm - A book signing by Louis Bayard starting with cocktails following by an intringing lecture at the North Marble Room, Union League.
This program is presented by the Alliance Française de Philadelphie
and
the The Vidocq Society. Admission: $10 for Alliance Française/Union League/The Vidocq members, non-members $25 and a formal RSVP is required. Call
AF office to purchase tickets; reserve early, space is limited.
Children's Classes
It's never too early to start to study a second language. Register you child for our Wednesday or Saturday classes! In class children will participate in various activities such as crafts, stories, French songs, music, learn to introduce themselves, and follow directions. The cost is $130 for 10 weeks.
Saturdays
12:00 noon to 1:00 pm - 5 to 6 years old
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - 7 to 10 years old
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - 7 to 10 years old
Fall Semester in Session:
Even though our 10 week fall session of courses started on September 15th, we will also be offering Immersion classes. They are all day Saturday French classes geared towards conversation, with reviews of grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary.
See our Newsletter or call
AF office for details.
Saturday, November 22
French Table
Ernesto’s Cafe
Friday, November 25th at 12:00 noon
Cost:
$30/$35 for members/non-members Reservations must be received to AF
by November 23rd!
Ciné-Midi (Films)
Every Tuesday at noon, bring your lunch and watch a French movie with English subtitles. Refer to our Blog for current movie listing or call the AF office.
The
Alliance Française school has two campuses (Center
City Philadelphia and Bryn Mawr College), a faculty of more
than twenty and a yearly registration of 1500 students. The
school offers a wide variety of courses designed to meet the
needs of all students, from complete beginners to those who
are fluent in French and want to further their conversational
and/or grammatical skills as well as their knowledge of French
civilization and culture.