Did you Know? Le Saviez-vous?
Is Halloween celebrated in France?
But before we get to the answer,
Take a look at what we've accomplished and what we've got going for you.
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Immerse Yourself in French Language and Culture
And join us for some fun & informative events starting very soon! |
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| | Reno-Tahoe's Premier French
in-person
Conversation Rendez-vous!
Parlons Français!
Let's speak French!
Take your French conversational skills to new heights!
The first sessions were such a success that we'll be offering them on a regular basis. So join us and experience the joy of speaking French and meeting fellow Francophiles. All skill levels welcome!
Saturday Oct. 19th, 2024
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Valley View Library,
4001 South Virginia Street, Reno
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| | Art & Nature! For children 4-9 years old. with our local artist, Zoe Bray.
Free for members
Wednesday, Oct. 16th
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Crissie Caughlin Park
Parents are invited to participate. | | |
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| | Churchill’s Secret Agent -
A Novel Based on a True Story.
Join us for an evening with Linda Ciampoli, co-author with late husband Max Ciampoli.
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024,
6:00 pm– 8:00 pm | | |
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| | French & Foreign Jews
under the German occupation in the Basque Country. . Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024,
5:30 pm– 7:30 pm
Awaiting confirmation from the venue Sandra Ott, Professor of Basque Studies at UNR, will present an engaging talk on the experiences of French and foreign Jews in the French Basque country during the German occupation of France (1940-1944) | | |
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| | The Most Prestigious Culinary School, Le Cordon Bleu, Paris, is coming to Reno!
Postponed to Spring 2025.
We will keep you posted! | | |
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| | Visite Guidée en français - Sea dragons of Nevada. Nov 17, 2024,
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Nevada Museum of Art. Long before humans walked the Earth, Nevada was submerged beneath the waters of an ancient sea. Explore this underwater realm and meet the giant sea creatures-- | | |
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Learning French at a young age is the best time to start. So what better place to begin than with the Alliance Française de Reno.
Classes are presented in a fun, creative, action-oriented way, full of visual and audios that reflect the lively world of children and gives them a zest for learning a new language. |
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| | Children Classes: 2 - 4 years
Starting Nov. 9th, 9:30 - 10:30 am,
6 weeks through Dec. 14th, 2024
In person at NNIC 4th St. Reno.
Learning French at a young age is the best time to start. So what better place to begin than with the Alliance Française of Reno. Allez, on y va! | | |
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| | Children Classes: 5 - 7 years Starting Nov. 9th, 11:00 - 12:00 pm,
6 weeks through Dec. 14th, 2024
In person at NNIC 4th St. Reno.
Learning French at a young age is the best time to start. So what better place to begin than with the Alliance Française of Reno. Allez, on y va! | | |
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Other Events from the
Alliance Française Federation |
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| | French Cinémathèque Le règne animal
Monday, Oct. 28, Zoom
4:00 - 5:00 pm PDT After a wave of mutations that slowly transforms humans into animals takes over the world, François tries to figure out a way to save his wife, who has been afflicted with the condition. When a group of the mutated creatures disappear into the forest, François and Émile, his sixteen year old son, follow them on a quest that will change their lives. | | |
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| | The Story of Perfume Weds. Nov 13, 2024,
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST Zoom
What parts of the world do fragrances come from?
Who invented them and what are their main ingredients?
How did perfume cross from the sacred to the profane?
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FUN QUESTION: SO! Is Halloween celebrated in France? |
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Yes!...and No! Halloween, in France, is still a relatively low-key affair that didn't get started until the 1990's, and without the American razzamatazz. It's considered a "commercial marketing ploy from the Americans". For the French, October 31st, is not important. They celebrate ‘La Toussaint’, All Saints' Day - Tous les Saints on November 1. It’s an official holiday; public attractions are closed and the French roads get busy with traffic as everyone goes to church and then gives their respect by visiting the cemeteries. | | |
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NEW! Members & Local Organizations' Corner
Our members and local organizations are full of information as well as special interests, but they are also in special needs to maintain their French language heritage and francophone cultures.
Please see the posts below in case you can participate, or share with us any needs you may have so we can ask our community for their assistance.
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A call for Volunteers!
You are the 💖 of the Alliance Française de Reno!
It's a great way to meet people who share your passion for French. There is no language requirement or minimum time to volunteer. We appreciate the time and skills you can share. Email us at afrenonevada@gmail.com |
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