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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 find further information on our language classes in our newsletter.

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.


                             


Coming up at the Alliance Française de Philadelphie:

- May Immersion Course Saturday, May 19 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

- French Table at XIX Monday, May 21 at 12:00 noon

- French Table at La Cafette Friday, May 25 at 12:30 pm

- June Apéro Français Tuesday, June 12 from 5:30-7 pm at Liberté at the Sofitel

More information for all of these events can either be found below or on the events or courses pages.
                               


Summer Session of French Classes 

The Spring/Summer Session in  Bryn Mawr has begun. It's not too late, call our offices today to find out what your options are.

The Summer Session in Center City will begin the week of June 4. Registration will be held on Thursdays and Friday, May 31 and June 1 from 12:00 - 2:00 pm and also on Saturday, June 2 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm.

If you are a complete beginner or have already taken classes with us you do not need to come to registration. If you have had French before but never with us, you will need to take a placement test during registration (15 min). If you cannot make the scheduled registration period, please call our office to discuss other options (215-735-5283).

Spring Immersion Courses
  • May 19
  • June 23
New this summer!

French classes for Teens:
Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Levels

2 separate sessions:
June 19 -July 18 or July 24 - August 23 

Every Tuesday and Thursday
from 2:00 - 4:30pm

More information on all of our classes can be found on the courses page or on the children's classes page.




Apéro Français




Tuesday, June 12 from 5:30 -7:00 pm

Make new acquaintances and share the latest tips on travel, movies and events in French.
There is no registration fee for this event. You pay Liberté at the Sofitel directly for that which you consume.



                 French Philadelphia
                          or
 Philadelphie à la française

Many will be delighted with these colorful guides to the French presence in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley, both yesterday and today. Visitors and resides alike will learn much about the culture and history of the region relating to momentous events and prominent French individuals. The French presence in Philadelphia has contributed treasures and beauty to the cityscape, furnishing tangible evidence of the historical and philosophical ties between France and the United States - ties that date from the birth of our nation and continue to the present day. Books to be treasured and referred to often, featuring 59 color photographs and illustrations; Philadelphia neighborhood maps; extensive index guide.
Lynn H. Miller is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Temple University, author or co-author of several books on international politics, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Alliance Française de Philadelphie.

The late Annette H. Emgarth, who for many years led fascinated tourists through Philadelphia, was honored by the French Government with the Palmes Académiques and Officier d'Instruction Publique awards.

To order your copy click here, download the form and return it to us along with payment.



Les FrancoPhilliens are back ! 
 

Happy Hour at Bistrot La Minette
Wednesday, May 23, 6-8 pm


For more information or to RSVP join our MeetUp

You can also follow us on Facebook
Here is our facebook group 


     Ciné-Midi                                


Bring a lunch and join us every Tuesday at 12:00 noon to watch a French movie with subtitles (*unless otherwise indicated). These films are free and open to the public.






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