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Current EventsFrench Affaires offers travel, culture, cuisine, and language events designed to enchant the most ardent Francophiles, the first-time-to-France traveler, and everyone in between. Check with us regularly on our class offerings--there is always something new to discover about France! Join our French Affaires Weekly email list to be notified about upcoming events, classes and trips (see sign-up form at the left). New! Sign up online via credit card. See register buttons for details.
 French Affaires Book Series - Spring & Summer 2010Do you love books about France and the French? So do we! Join us for our unique French book club as we meet monthly to read and discuss books on French culture, art, cuisine, wine, language, and travel. Our meeting locations and hosts tie to each month's book theme which makes our gatherings and events especially rich. At each event, we’ll enjoy French themed food and beverages and hear from our hosts / speakers about their ‘French connection’ to our book. Then Dr. Elizabeth New will facilitate a lively discussion about our book selection. And we’ll close with French Affaires' signature "If you liked this book, then you'll also like..." Whether or not one has finished the book, our book club gathering is interesting, informative and delicious. Perfect for any Francophile wanting to enjoy casual conversation in English about great books on France and the French. Note: After the Spring and Summer 2010 series, we’ll be taking a pause to focus on other events, so come join us! Click here for full details and to register.
French Language Lunch n' Learn SeriesOur French Language Lunch n' Learn Series is a unique way to engage with specific French language and culture situations in a compact format. Each session includes a gourmet French meal and a targeted language and culture lesson on topics critical to enjoying French culture to the fullest. Our prior session topics include:"Dining in France"
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Events
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| Date: | 4 Wednesdays - August 11, 18, 25, Sept 1 |
| Time: | 7:30 to 8:45pm |
| Location: | Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, 75225 (across from Northpark Center) |
Beginning French - Part 2
We'll continue learning the basics of French in this beginning French series. We'll have fun covering key words and phrases, essential pronunciation, and beginning language structures while mastering real cultural situations. Our class sizes are small to ensure an optimum language learning experience. Come prepared to absorb, participate and learn the essential elements of the French language in a supportive environment. NOTE: This class is designed for those who have already taken Beginning French Part 1 with French Affaires and/or who have had some French in college or high school.
Cost: The class fee is $85 per person and includes all language instruction, special handouts, and personalized language coaching. Advance registration is required. Payment by check or credit card. New! Bring a friend new to our classes and each get $10 off the course price (send us an email at e.new@frenchaffaires.com about this).
Text: "French: Learn in 4 Simple Steps" (Living Language series), $10.95, ISBN #978-1-4000-2409-4. Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park will have a special section of French books for our classes--check with them to purchase.
| Date: | 4 Thursdays - August 12, 19, 26, Sept 2 |
| Time: | 7:30 to 8:45pm |
| Location: | Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, 75225 (across from Northpark Center) |
Beginning French Class - Ongoing
We'll continue learning the basics of French in this beginning French series. We'll have fun covering key words and phrases, essential pronunciation, and beginning language structures while mastering real cultural situations. Our class sizes are small to ensure an optimum language learning experience. Come prepared to absorb, participate and learn the essential elements of the French language in a supportive environment. NOTE: This class is designed for those who have already taken beginning French classes with French Affaires and/or who have had some French in college or high school. Class size is limited for maximum effectiveness.
Cost: The class fee is $85 per person and includes all language instruction, special handouts, and personalized language coaching. Advance registration is required. Payment by check or credit card. New! Bring a friend new to our classes and each get $10 off the course price. (send us an email at e.new@frenchaffaires.com about this).
Text: "French: Learn in 4 Simple Steps" (Living Language series), $10.95, ISBN #978-1-4000-2409-4. Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park will have a special section of French books for our classes--check with them to purchase.
| Date: | 4 Wednesdays - August 12, 18, 25, Sept 1 |
| Time: | 2:00 to 3:15pm |
| Location: | Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, 75225 (across from Northpark Center) |
Advanced French Conversation Class
We'll enhance your French language skills in this class devoted to French conversation and fluency. With other France lovers, Dr. Elizabeth new will lead discussions on fun French topics based on short readings in French. Practice communicating in French while adding to your French vocabulary and praticing French grammar. Our goal is to build confidence as well as conversational ability in French. Class size is limited for maximum benefit.
Cost: The class fee is $85 per person and includes all language instruction, special handouts, and personalized language coaching. Advance registration is required. Payment by check or credit card. New! Bring a friend new to our classes and each get $10 off the course price (send us an email at e.new@frenchaffaires.com about this).
Supplemental Text: "The Ultimate French Review and Practice: Mastering French Grammar for Confident Communication".
| Date: | 4 Wednesdays - August 12, 18, 25, Sept 1 |
| Time: | 6:00 to 7:15pm |
| Location: | Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, 75225 (across from Northpark Center) |
Travel French Class New!
Join us for this new four-part class specifically devoted to traveling in France! We'll cover the following key topics that will make your time in France easy and rewarding:
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Hotels
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Taxis & public transport
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French markets
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Shopping
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Restaurants
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Travel Logistics
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Money & tipping
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How to choose the best French guidebooks & phrasebooks
In a fun and relaxed format, we will focus on key expressions, cultural expectations and etiquette related to each of these areas. You will walk away with concrete information about traveling in France and also the confidence to really enjoy your time in France. Dr. Elizabeth New will lead our "Travel French Class" experience, and our class size is limited for optimum learning. NOTE: This class is conducted primarily in English.
Class fee: The cost is $95 per person and includes all class instruction, complete handouts, and personalized travel coaching. Bring your France travel questions! Advance registration is required. Payment by check or credit card. New! Bring a friend new to our classes and each get $10 off the course price (send us an email at e.new@frenchaffaires.com about this).
| Date: | 4 Thursdays - August 12, 19, 26, Sept 2 |
| Time: | 6:00 to 7:15pm |
| Location: | Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park, 7700 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, 75225 (across from Northpark Center) |
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