Bonjour,

Merci to all of you who came to our new Downing location for French conversation at the 5 à 7! We had a wonderful time showing you all our new temporary central space. Downing street will be used temporarily as a more central location for classes while we work on the future of our Maison Française at 571 Galapago.
 
Aline was born and raised in Belgium. She moved to Denver in 2021 after spending 3 years in India and 3 in Paris. She holds a Master's degree in Translation in English and Dutch and worked in Human Resources for about 10 years before making the decision to start a new career as a French Teacher, and she enjoys it a lot! Aline loves Belgian chocolate and Belgian Fries (much better that French fries, she says!), traveling, hiking and cheering her kids on at soccer games!

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We're Hiring!  
Do you love French and want to be a part of the Alliance Française team in Denver? Do you have admin and/or business skills that you would like to contribute to our organization? Apply now!

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Register now for our French for Travelers Course online starting Monday, May 15th through June 19th from 12 pm - 1:30 pm!

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Grammar Boot Camp has been extended for another session at our Downing Street Location. Don't miss your chance to brush up on your French grammar on Mondays starting on May 15th through June 5th from 9:30 am to 11:30 am!

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We have opened another Grammar Boot Camp starting May 18th through June 8th, Thursdays from 4 to 5:30 pm. This online class can be completed from anywhere!

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"Dame de Compagnie for Friendly Social Visits"

A native French woman and senior who lives in Denver (City Park) is looking for a "dame de compagnie" whose presence would be stimulating and comforting. Time would be spent having interesting conversations in either French or English, sharing stories and reminiscing, taking walks in our beautiful City Park, going on short outings, playing board games, etc. She is considering 2-hour visits twice a week in the afternoon to start with. Payment to be discussed. Should you be interested, please call or text her at 720 505 0554.

My Trip to France

My trip To France is a young company created at the beginning of 2023 by Marie and Manu, a French couple who have been living in Denver for 2 years. Travelers, educators, entrepreneurs, they launched this company with the aim of having children aged 7 to 12 travel to France and the United States. At My trip To France, the philosophy is to provide an immersive cultural experience for children to learn and appreciate the history, language and way of life in France. They also seek to foster independence, self-confidence and a sense of adventure in children through activities such as hiking, camping, cooking and exploring local sites.During each school break,  My trip To France   organizes itinerant stays in France of 8 to 10 days with 6 to 8 children maximum for 2 supervising adults. The destinations vary according to the period, Châteaux de la Loire, Côte d'Azur, South West of France, the Alps, and of course Paris are part of the destinations offered.

My trip To France  also offers a " My Trip in French" version departing from Denver and bound for Yellowstone for the month of August 2023. 6 to 8 children will discover the oldest of the American national parks for a week. Camping, hiking and animal observation will be on the program for this stay, all in French and supervised by 2 adults native to France.

For more information about  My trip To France, feel free to visit their website,  Visit Website   or contact Manuel ([email protected]).

France Channel Free Episode

The Alliance has partnered with France Channel and they are offering ONE FREE EPISODE of their show, Chefs as well as a free month of shows and films in French. Be sure to check it out in document attachment. The free episode will be airing May 20-21st! Code: chefs1

Improvements at La Maison Française

Here are a few photos of the new lobby at 571 Galapago. Join us this month at our 5 à 7 to see the changes at La Maison Française in person!  

Fun French Fact

Did you know that France requires a percentage of songs to be French on the broadcast radio? Tap the photo below to read the article!

Upcoming Events  

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SeriesFest French Showings at Sie Film Center

SeriesFest is a Denver-based nonprofit organization focusing on championing underserved and independent episodic creators (think Sundance for Television). Their annual festival is coming up May 5-10, 2023 and will feature an exciting lineup of network screenings, talks with TV talent and luminaries, international series, special events and more! AFD members will be receiving a discount code to sign up for two of their showings listed below! (tickets listed on the website below the images)

Tickets for Elle's Kitchen

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United States Premiere of Elle’s Kitchen, Adriana is an ambitious chef whose dream is to obtain a Michelin star for her restaurant. But she ends up with dangerous unofficial partners. Annabelle Lengronne, lead actress and comedian, and Lucie Moreau, the showrunner, will be attending the festival with a Q&A after the screening.

Screening: Saturday, May 6, 2023 @ Sie FilmCenter 8:15PM

Tickets for the Aerobics Project

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As well as, the Colorado Premiere of The Aerobics Project (TOUTOUYOUTOU), an offbeat pop show about female empowerment… and spies! They are still in discussion with the lead actress Claire Dumas and director, Julien Patry to join us at SeriesFest for a Q&A after the screening.

Screening: Sunday, May 7, 2023 @ Sie FilmCenter 12:30PM

C'est tout ! Bonne semaine !