[ { "product_id": "2561", "product_title": "French Pottery Workshop", "product_content": "# French Pottery Workshop with Amio Ceramics Join us for a French Pottery Workshop with Ceramic Artist Alev! Together we will hand build a unique mini seedpod vessel using the pinch pot technique. This organic sculptural piece works beautifully as a decorative dish or tabletop accent. Alev will guide you (in French!) in designing and crafting this unique vessel. All materials, glazes and firings are included. No experience required!AFD members: $95 Non-members: $105 ### About the Artist #### Alev (Amio Ceramics) Inspired by the organic beauty of nature, French artist Alev of AMIO Ceramics creates elegant pieces that capture timeless forms and textures. Her aesthetic is deeply rooted in the natural world, shaped by her French roots and the fourteen years she spent in Ireland before making her home in Colorado. These global landscapes serve as a constant inspiration for her work, which balances artistic expression with functional design. Alev’s dedication to the tactile process of hand-building extends into her popular creative workshops, where she shares her minimalist approach with a growing community of enthusiasts. Through a refined neutral color palette and thoughtfully crafted details, she creates pieces that harmonize with their surroundings while evoking a serene connection to the many environments she has called home. 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On Thursday April 23rd, Venha provar a lineup that moves from vibrant and approachable to complex and age-worthy, paired with cheeses by Certified Cheese Professional Devin Lamma and wine education by Certified Sommelier Greta Arendsen. Featuring selections from Quinta do Vallado, we’ll explore a full spectrum of styles that range from fresh, citrus-driven whites and aromatic Moscatel to powerful Douro reds and the timeless elegance of Port. Do seco ao fortificado.Non-members: $75 Members: $65 This event is conducted in English.Our wine tasting events are non-refundable.#### Greta Arendsen Certified SommelierGreta Arendsen is a certified sommelier and wine specialist with a Master’s in French and 15 years of experience in the wine industry. She loves sharing her passion for French wine, language and culture in an approachable and engaging way. In her free time, she likes to plan adventures with her daughter, bake, sew and watch independent films. #### Devin Lamma Certified Cheese ProfessionalDevin Lamma has been refining his cheese knowledge for over two decades. He has shared his stories, enthusiasm, and passion for this product with Alliance Française of Denver since 2012. As an avid traveler, he has studied in Italy, France, Spain, and South Africa. Devin enjoys teaching, public speaking, cooking, reading, and baseball. 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Since 2015, Bibamba has been cultivating cacao, coffee, and plantains on farms in Cameroon, blending sustainable farming with artisanal craft. Their first harvest in 2020 inspired three original dark chocolate bark recipes, perfected in partnership with Colorado artisans. As part of the Month of Francophonie, join Patrick Tcheunou, Bibamba’s founder, for an engaging presentation about their journey from farm to chocolate bar, followed by a tasting of their premium, all-natural chocolates made right here in Denver. Afterwards, continue the conversation and enjoy an apéro at the Edgewater Public Market, apéro drinks and bites are on your own, while chocolate tasting is included in the ticket price. Savor the flavors, celebrate Francophone heritage, and connect with community in one unforgettable evening.Price: $15 for members, $25 for non-members. Location: Edgewater Public Market, Suite 132 ## About Bibamba Bibamba Artisan Chocolate is a Denver-based chocolate company founded by Patrick and Mara Tcheunou, whose work bridges a deep connection between America and Cameroon. A native of Cameroon, Patrick grew up visiting his grandparents’ countryside farm, where cacao, coffee, and other crops were cultivated, but initially pursued a career in chemical engineering before turning to chocolate-making. In 2015, the couple purchased farmland in Cameroon’s Centre Region to grow cacao, inspired by both the region’s unique terroir and the looming global cocoa shortage. Bibamba is committed to ethical, sustainable practices: the farm employs local community members, ensures fair wages and health coverage, and cultivates a diverse array of crops alongside cacao to enrich the soil and flavor profile. From bean to bar, Bibamba produces premium chocolates in Denver, including dark, milk, and white chocolate barks, handmade bonbons, and Dubai chocolate bars, all crafted transparently and with care. 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Couscous is more than a meal, it is a symbol of hospitality, tradition, and togetherness, enjoyed across North and West Africa and far beyond. For this special evening, we are delighted to partner with Couscous Hice, who will be serving an authentic Moroccan couscous prepared with care and respect for tradition. Guests will be able to choose from three flavorful options, chicken, beef, or vegetarian, each showcasing the rich spices, slow-cooked vegetables, and comforting warmth that make couscous a beloved dish across generations. This evening is an invitation to gather around the table, celebrate cultural diversity, and experience the spirit of Francophonie through food, conversation, and shared traditions. Price: 10$ for members, $20 for non-members.## About Couscous Hice Couscous Hice celebrates the rich traditions of Moroccan cuisine. They craft dishes using fragrant spices, fresh ingredients, and time-honored recipes, creating meals that are both comforting and full of flavor. From hearty couscous to slow-cooked tagines, their food is wholesome, memorable, and a true reflection of Morocco’s culinary heritage. 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The dictée is a classic French language exercise in which participants listen to a text read aloud and write it down as accurately as possible. Beyond spelling, it is a powerful way to improve listening comprehension, reinforce grammar and syntax, and engage deeply with the rhythm and nuance of the French language. ### How will the event take place? The event will begin with a brief introduction to the author and the selected excerpt. The text will then be read aloud several times: first at a natural pace, then more slowly to allow participants to write, and finally once more in full. The dictation will be followed by a correction, offering space to discuss challenging points, language choices, and the meaning of the text in a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. 📘 Recommended level: B1 and aboveThis event is designed for learners at a B1+ level who are comfortable working with authentic texts and looking to challenge themselves. Whether you are passionate about literature, curious about contemporary Francophone voices, or simply looking to practice your French in a meaningful way, this dictation is an invitation to listen closely, write carefully, and celebrate the richness of the French language together.Cost: $5 for non-members, free for AFD membersSpecial prize: One participant will be randomly selected to win a copy of Petit Pays! ✍️ À vos stylos!### About the Book: Petit Pays by Gaël Faye Petit Pays is the acclaimed debut novel by Gaël Faye, a Franco-Rwandan writer, musician, and poet. Set in Burundi during the 1990s, the story is told through the eyes of Gaby, a young boy growing up in a peaceful childhood that is suddenly disrupted by political unrest and the looming shadow of war. The novel explores themes of identity, childhood, family, and the fragility of innocence, while offering a poignant glimpse into the complexities of the Great Lakes region of Africa. Written in lyrical, evocative French, Petit Pays has been praised for its sensitivity, depth, and accessibility, making it an ideal text for language learners at the B1+ level. 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The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism is the first major U.S. retrospective of Camille Pissarro, known as \"the first impressionist,\" in over 40 years. The exhibition will present an overview of the artist’s illustrious career and examine his singular role within the Impressionist movement. # The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism October 26, 2025–February 8, 2026### Denver Art Museum Hamilton Building, Level 2More info More info Camille Pissarro, The Garden of Les Mathurins, property of the Deraismes Sisters, Pontoise (Le Jardin des Mathurins, Pontoise, propriété des soeurs Deraismes) (detail), 1876. Oil on canvas; 44 5\/8 × 65 1\/8 in. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, Missouri: Purchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust. Image courtesy akg-images \/ De Agostini Picture Lib. \/ J. E. BullozBringing together more than 100 paintings from nearly 50 international museums and private collections, alongside six works from the Denver Art Museum's holdings, the exhibition will feature landscapes, cityscapes, still lifes, and figure paintings, showcasing the breadth of Pissarro’s oeuvre and the various influences that shaped his practice as he responded to the social and political environment of the day. Co-organized with the Museum Barberini in Potsdam, Germany, Denver is the only U.S. stop for this show. Born on the island of St. Thomas in what was then the Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands) to French Jewish parents, Pissarro spent time in Caracas and La Guaira, Venezuela, before settling in Paris in 1855. There, he became acquainted with a group of young artists who were challenging the traditional modes of painting and would eventually go on to birth the Impressionist movement. A versatile artist, Pissarro embodied the role of insider, contributing to the establishment of Impressionism as a coherent avant-garde phenomenon while maintaining his artistic independence as he eschewed his peers’ choice of upper-class subject matter to depict scenes of the mundane. Pissarro's Impressionism reflects this dichotomy, while selections from Pissarro’s letters provide insights into his artistic process and worldview more broadly. Meet Giulia and Anaïs in the lobby of Denver Art Museum Hamilton Building for your tour.DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFO DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFO $40 for non members $30 for AFD members #### This tour is conducted in French. ### About the Tour Leader #### Giulia Bernardini Giulia Bernardini is the founder of Wonderfeast, a boutique art travel company. She holds master’s degrees in art history and museum studies and is a regular guest lecturer in the Boulder\/Denver area on Italian Renaissance and Baroque art and on the Parisian Belle Époque. Throughout the year she returns to Europe, where she grew up, to share her passion for the most celebrated cities of Italy and France with inquisitive art-, food-, and culture-loving Wonderfeast seminar participants. Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "40.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 40, "product_price_local_tax": "40.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-18 07:52:55", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "0", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-dam-exhibition-tour-pissarro-in-french\/" }, { "product_id": "2408", "product_title": "DAM Exhibition Tour: Pissarro [in English]", "product_content": "Join the Alliance Française de Denver at the Denver Art Museum for a guided exhibition tour of The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism. Explore Pissarro’s work and his pivotal role in the Impressionist movement through a curated walk through the exhibition. The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism is the first major U.S. retrospective of Camille Pissarro, known as \"the first impressionist,\" in over 40 years. The exhibition will present an overview of the artist’s illustrious career and examine his singular role within the Impressionist movement. # The Honest Eye: Camille Pissarro’s Impressionism October 26, 2025–February 8, 2026### Denver Art Museum Hamilton Building, Level 2More info More info Camille Pissarro, The Garden of Les Mathurins, property of the Deraismes Sisters, Pontoise (Le Jardin des Mathurins, Pontoise, propriété des soeurs Deraismes) (detail), 1876. Oil on canvas; 44 5\/8 × 65 1\/8 in. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, Missouri: Purchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust. Image courtesy akg-images \/ De Agostini Picture Lib. \/ J. E. BullozBringing together more than 100 paintings from nearly 50 international museums and private collections, alongside six works from the Denver Art Museum's holdings, the exhibition will feature landscapes, cityscapes, still lifes, and figure paintings, showcasing the breadth of Pissarro’s oeuvre and the various influences that shaped his practice as he responded to the social and political environment of the day. Co-organized with the Museum Barberini in Potsdam, Germany, Denver is the only U.S. stop for this show. Born on the island of St. Thomas in what was then the Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands) to French Jewish parents, Pissarro spent time in Caracas and La Guaira, Venezuela, before settling in Paris in 1855. There, he became acquainted with a group of young artists who were challenging the traditional modes of painting and would eventually go on to birth the Impressionist movement. A versatile artist, Pissarro embodied the role of insider, contributing to the establishment of Impressionism as a coherent avant-garde phenomenon while maintaining his artistic independence as he eschewed his peers’ choice of upper-class subject matter to depict scenes of the mundane. Pissarro's Impressionism reflects this dichotomy, while selections from Pissarro’s letters provide insights into his artistic process and worldview more broadly. Meet Giulia and Rebecca in the lobby of Denver Art Museum Hamilton Building for your tour.DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFO DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFO $40 for non members $30 for AFD members #### This tour is conducted in English. ### About the Tour Leader #### Giulia Bernardini Giulia Bernardini is the founder of Wonderfeast, a boutique art travel company. She holds master’s degrees in art history and museum studies and is a regular guest lecturer in the Boulder\/Denver area on Italian Renaissance and Baroque art and on the Parisian Belle Époque. 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Join the Alliance Française de Denver and the French-American Chamber of Commerce - Rocky Mountain Region for a festive Galette des Rois celebration. This beloved French tradition marks the Epiphany and brings friends and family together to share a delicious, flaky almond-filled galette. Hidden inside is the famous fève, and whoever finds it is crowned king or queen for the day! Galettes provided by [La Belle French Bakery](https:\/\/www.labellefrenchbakery.com\/). This event will take place at our location at 571 Galapago St.Free for AFD and RMFACC members$10 for non-members$5 for kids Please select your ticket below.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-09 22:21:34", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "0", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-la-galette-des-rois-2026\/" }, { "product_id": "2405", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Sep 29", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## Eldorado – Laurent Gaudé Gardien de la citadelle Europe, le commandant Piracci navigue depuis vingt ans au large des côtes italiennes, afin d'intercepter les embarcations des émigrants clandestins. Mais plusieurs événements viennent ébranler sa foi en sa mission.Dans le même temps, au Soudan, deux frères (bientôt séparés par le destin) s'apprêtent à entreprendre le dangereux voyage vers le continent de leurs rêves, l'Eldorado européen...Parce qu'il n'y a pas de frontière que l'espérance ne puisse franchir, Laurent Gaudé fait résonner la voix de ceux qui, au prix de leurs illusions, leur identité et parfois leur vie, osent se mettre en chemin pour s'inventer une terre promise.Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-09 01:23:05", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "14", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-sep-29\/" }, { "product_id": "2404", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Aug 25", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## L’homme aux cercles bleus – Fred Vargas \"Victor, mauvais sort, que fais-tu dehors ?\" Depuis quatre mois, cette phrase accompagne des cercles bleus tracés à la craie, durant la nuit, sur les trottoirs de Paris. Au centre de ces cercles, comme prisonniers, des objets perdus : trombone, bougie, patte de pigeon... Le phénomène fait les délices des journalistes et de quelques psychiatres qui théorisent : un maniaque ? un joueur ? Le commissaire Adamsberg, lui, ne rit pas. Ces cercles et leur contenu hétéroclite suintent la cruauté. Il le sait, il le sent : bientôt, l'anodin saugrenu deviendra tragédie.Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-09 01:18:29", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "13", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-aug-25\/" }, { "product_id": "2403", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Jun 30", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. 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La guillotine apparaîtra alors et son supplice sera cent fois pire que son crime. C'est écrit, la société le veut, la loi l'exige : avant la fin du jour, sa tête tombera dans la sciure.Avec lui nous vivons ce cauchemar, cette absurdité horrifiante de la peine capitale que personne avant Victor Hugo n'avait songé à dénoncer.Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-09 01:15:14", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "11", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-jun-30\/" }, { "product_id": "2402", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | May 26", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## La fille du puisatier – Marcel Pagnol Pascal, le puisatier, est veuf. Cependant, entre son ami Félipe et sa fille aînée, la sage Patricia, qui élève ses jeunes sœurs, il est un homme heureux. Mais Patricia faute avec un bel aviateur qui part pour la guerre, et qui est porté disparu…Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-09 00:22:19", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "10", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-may-26\/" }, { "product_id": "2401", "product_title": "5 à 7 Apéro | May 28", "product_content": "# 5 à 7 ApéroJoin us at the Alliance for a 5 à 7 Apéro! Drop by between 5–7 PM and practice your French in a fun, relaxed setting—all levels welcome!This event will take place at our location at 571 Galapago St. Non-members: $10Members: $5Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 18:27:35", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/af-5-a-7-apero-may-28\/" }, { "product_id": "2400", "product_title": "5 à 7 Apéro | Apr 30", "product_content": "# 5 à 7 ApéroJoin us at the Alliance for a 5 à 7 Apéro! Drop by between 5–7 PM and practice your French in a fun, relaxed setting—all levels welcome!This event will take place at our location at 571 Galapago St. Non-members: $10Members: $5Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 18:25:37", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/af-5-a-7-apero-apr-30\/" }, { "product_id": "2399", "product_title": "5 à 7 Apéro | Feb 26", "product_content": "# 5 à 7 ApéroJoin us at the Alliance for a 5 à 7 Apéro! Drop by between 5–7 PM and practice your French in a fun, relaxed setting—all levels welcome!This event will take place at our location at 571 Galapago St. Non-members: $10Members: $5Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 18:23:54", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/af-5-a-7-apero-feb-26\/" }, { "product_id": "2398", "product_title": "5 à 7 Apéro | Jan 29", "product_content": "# 5 à 7 ApéroJoin us at the Alliance for a 5 à 7 Apéro! Drop by between 5–7 PM and practice your French in a fun, relaxed setting—all levels welcome!This event will take place at our location at 571 Galapago St. Non-members: $10Members: $5Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 18:21:46", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/af-5-a-7-apero-jan-29\/" }, { "product_id": "2397", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Apr 28", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## Les caprices d’un astre – Antoine Laurain Au hasard d'une visite d'appartement, Xavier Lemercier, agent immobilier, trouve un mystérieux télescope ayant appartenu à un célèbre astronome. Dans l'instrument, il cadre une femme derrière une fenêtre, mais il n'ose pas l'aborder. Divorcé et esseulé, avec pour seules joies ses week-ends avec son jeune fils, il commence à tomber amoureux de l'inconnue.Deux cent cinquante ans plus tôt, Guillaume Le Gentil de la Galaisière, astronome de Louis XV, partait vers les Indes pour observer l'exceptionnel passage de Vénus devant le Soleil. Déclaré mort, il revint pourtant onze ans plus tard, mais sans avoir pu observer l'éclipse.Entre le récit d'aventures et le conte philosophique sur la quête de soi, les trajectoires de ces deux hommes romantiques s'entrecroisent et se répondent du XXIᵉ au XVIIIᵉ siècle.Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 17:21:37", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "0", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-apr-28\/" }, { "product_id": "2396", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Mar 31", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## Kiffe-Kiffe Demain – Faiza Guène Doria, quinze ans, jeune française d'origine marocaine, vit seule avec sa mère dans une cité de la banlieue parisienne. Dans son journal, elle raconte son quotidien, celui de son quartier, et dresse le portrait à la fois tendre et caustique de ceux qui l'entourent : sa mère, femme de ménage dans un hôtel, Hamoudi, son ami d'enfance, la psychologue, Mme Burlaud, Nabil le nul, Aziz l'épicier ou encore sa fausse tante Zohra.Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 17:17:40", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "2", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-mar-31\/" }, { "product_id": "2395", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Feb 24", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## L’évènement - Annie Ernaux \"Depuis des années, je tourne autour de cet événement de ma vie. Lire dans un roman le récit d'un avortement me plonge dans un saisissement sans images ni pensées, comme si les mots se changeaient instantanément en sensation violente. De la même façon entendre par hasard La javanaise, J'ai la mémoire qui flanche, n'importe quelle chanson qui m'a accompagnée durant cette période, me bouleverse.\" Annie Ernaux Content Warning: This book discusses deeply personal and sensitive themes including: abortion, reproductive health and emotional distress. Some passages are explicit and may be difficult for some readers. Supportive and respectful conversation will be maintained throughout our book club. Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 17:13:04", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "0", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-feb-24\/" }, { "product_id": "2394", "product_title": "Book Club Intermediate | Jan 27", "product_content": "# Book Club Intermediate B1+Join us for our first Intermediate Book Club at the Alliance Francaise de Denver. This book club is designed for those who are looking to deepen their language skills while reading and discussing French Books. We invite all B1+ level members of the Alliance Francaise de Denver and interested in participating in discussions about French literature to join our intermediate level French Book Club! Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to French books, your insights are valuable to our conversations. Our upcoming meetings will focus on a selection of authors and books that will be easy to read yet will provoke engaging discussions. THIS IS NOT A FRENCH CLASS.Objectives: Promote Language Skills: Encourage members to improve their French reading, speaking, and comprehension skills (*this is not a CLASS) Explore diverse Francophone authors Promote French discussion & cultural exchange: Create a welcoming environment for open discussions about characters and cultural context of the selected books Build a community of Francophile readers within the Alliance Française of Denver community Note: If you are a fluent French reader, you might consider the French Book Club for Fluent readers. Free for AFD Members$10 for non-membersPlease only RSVP if you plan to read the book!### Selected Book: ## Jacaranda - Gaël Faye Quels secrets cache l’ombre du jacaranda, l’arbre fétiche de Stella ? Il faudra à son ami Milan des années pour le découvrir. Des années pour percer les silences du Rwanda, dévasté après le génocide des Tutsi. En rendant leur parole aux disparus, les jeunes gens échapperont à la solitude. Et trouveront la paix près des rivages magnifiques du lac Kivu. Sur quatre générations, avec sa douceur unique, Gaël Faye nous raconte l’histoire terrible d’un pays qui s’essaie malgré tout au dialogue et au pardon. Comme un arbre se dresse entre ténèbres et lumière, Jacaranda célèbre l’humanité, paradoxale, aimante, vivante. Buy the book on Amazon, on Lireka, or on Thriftbooks", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 17:07:44", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "4", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-book-club-intermediate-jan-27\/" }, { "product_id": "2393", "product_title": "Soirée Cinéma: La voie royale", "product_content": "### Join us for a soirée cinéma at the Alliance! Members $5 Non-Members $10571 Galapago Street - Denver ## Film: La voie royale (The Path of Excellence) By Frédéric Mermoud • 2023With Suzanne Jouannet, Marie Colomb, Maud WylerIn French with English subtitlesSophie est une lycéenne brillante. Encouragée par son professeur de mathématiques, elle quitte la ferme familiale pour suivre une classe préparatoire scientifique. Au fil de rencontres, de succès et d’échecs, face à une compétition acharnée, Sophie réalise que son rêve, intégrer Polytechnique, représente plus qu’un concours... un vrai défi d’ascension sociale. Sophie, the daughter of a farming family, struggles to integrate into social life after enrolling in a classe préparatoire aux grandes écoles in Lyon TRAILER [TRAILER](https:\/\/youtu.be\/MhAIUPAVHNw) Your participation in our events implies consent to our Photo & Media policy.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "10.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 10, "product_price_local_tax": "10.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2025-12-08 16:43:03", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "19", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-soiree-cinema-la-voie-royale\/" } ]