French Conversation Meetup
2023-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Village Grille, 16930 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park, MI, United States
Join us for conversation en français over dinner or a snack. French speakers of all levels are welcome.
This will be the last date scheduled through the MEETUP platform. Starting in January, our monthly conversation group will be announced and managed through our AF de Grosse Pointe website.
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Cercle de Lecture: Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu te rends compte que tu n’en as qu’une
2023-12-15 10:00
de Raphaëlle Giordano

Groupe de Conversation
2024-01-09 18:00 | Village Grille, 16930 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park, MI, United States
Click HERE to RSVP…
…so we can add you to the final count for dinner. Hope to see you there!

Ciné Club: Les Goûts et les Couleurs (Not My Type)
2024-01-20 13:30 | Grosse Pointe Public Library-Woods Branch, 20680 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
Comedy directed by Michel Leclerc, 2022
Marcia, a young singer, is working on an album with Daredjane, a rock icon of 70's who accidently dies, before the album release. Marcia faces difficulties in getting approval from Daredjane's right- holder Anthony and her eyes are opened to the realities of show business. But love might get in the way…

Chandeleur Brunch
2024-02-03 12:00 | Charlie’s Restaurant, 22315 Harper Ave, St Clair Shores, MI, 48080, United States
Cost: $20 per person, to be collected IN CASH on the day of the event.
Choose your choice of two crêpes (sweet and/or savory) with coffee, tea, or soft drink and enjoy the company of other AFGP members and friends.
In order for the restaurant to accommodate us, we will need to have a final count. RSVP by Feb. 1st by emailing us to alliancefrancaisegrossepointe@gmail.com
Please make sure to indicate your full name and number of people attending.
Not sure about the origins of La Chandeleur or why we eat crêpes to celebrate?
Enjoy reading this blog:
Celebrating La Chandeleur: France’s Famous Crêpe Holiday

DIA Film Theatre
2024-02-11 14:00 | DIA Film Theatre, 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Princess Tam Tam
(France/1932—directed by Edmond T. Gréville)
Known as the “Black Venus” during the zenith of her popularity in the 1920s and 30s, singer, dancer, and actor Josephine Baker was the first black woman to become an international film star, and a legendary icon of beauty and rare courage. Baker achieved her success far from Hollywood; she moved to paris and appeared in silent movies there. After the introduction of sound, she starred in singing roles for French musicals including Zou-Zou (1934) and Princess Tam Tam.

Join other members of AFGP at the DIA Film Theatre and watch the film as a group. Members might want to grab dinner together afterwards at one of the many restaurants in the area (self planned).

French Conversation Group
2024-02-13 18:00 | Village Grille, 16930 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park, MI, United States
We are meeting again at the Village Grille in our favorite private area. Join us for dinner, drinks, and good conversation “en français”!
As promised, we have shifted our Conversation Group information and RSVP to our own website. We hope this change will make it easier and mainstream all our events on one platform. Use the form below to RSVP so we can make sure we have the proper arrangements with Village Grille.
Nos niveaux de langue française varient largement, donc n’hésitez pas à nous rejoindre, du moment que vous essayez de garder la conversation en français.
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Ciné Club: Divertimento
2024-02-24 13:30 | Grosse Pointe Public Library-Woods Branch, 20680 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
Classical symphonic music is everything for 17-year-old Zahia Ziouani and her twin sister, Fettouma. Nevertheless, living in underprivileged Parisian suburbs in 1995 with her Algerian background, they struggle arduously to approch their dreams – becoming an orchestra conductor and a cellist.
DIVERTIMENTO is inspired by the life of Zahia Ziouani, one of the few worldwide renown female conductors.
An inspiring and entertaining film that will delight all audiences and will charm all classical music lovers.

International Woman's Day: Quartiers Lointains Short Film Series and Conversation with film director Fan Sissoko (in English)
2024-03-08 - 2024-03-11
In honor of International Women’s Day (March 8), the Federation of AF USA presents Quartiers Lointains, a series of short films (in French with English subtitles) to watch between Friday, March 8 and Sunday, March 10, 2024.
Monday, March 11, we will host the director of one of the films, Fan Sissoko (On the surface / animation /4min / 2021) for a discussion about her film, On the Surface, followed by a discussion of the other short films in the series.
The AF Federation USA events are all conducted online via Zoom. Events are free to all AFGP members. You will need to subscribe ahead for each event individually in order to get a link.
For more information and to register: https://afusa.org/

Cercle de Lecture: Au bonheur des dames
2024-03-09
de Émile Zola

AFGP French Conversation Group
2024-03-12 18:00 | Da Edoardo Ristorante, 19767 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
Join us for dinner, drinks, and good conversation “en français” at a new location this month!
Follow the direct link for more information and please remember to RSVP (below) so we can make sure we have the proper arrangements with the restaurant.
Nos niveaux de langue française varient largement, donc n'hésitez pas à nous rejoindre, du
moment que vous essayez de garder la conversation en français.
RSVP
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Celebration of la Journée de la Francophonie- One day screening of the film RESPIRE
2024-03-20
Federation of Alliances Françaises USA and the Délégation du Québec à Boston
En français with English subtitles
Invitation is limited to 200 copies. Make sure to register early.
The AF Federation USA events are all conducted online via Zoom. Events are free to all AFGP members. You will need to subscribe ahead for each event individually in order to get a link.
For more information and to register: https://afusa.org/

Ciné Club: Moderator’s Pick
2024-03-23 13:30 | Grosse Pointe Public Library – Central Library, 10 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States
Come spend the afternoon with us and enjoy a surprise film, picked especially for the month of March. A discussion in English will follow. As always, the movie is in French with English subtitles. Free attendance for all AFGP members and friends.
Please be aware of the venue change. We will be at the GP Central Library for March.

French Cinémathèque
2024-03-25 19:00 | Online
Federation of Alliances Françaises USA in collaboration with Telescope Film
In English
Watch the film Saint Omer (2022) on your own then join a discussion in English, led by an expert.
The AF Federation USA events are all conducted online via Zoom. Events are free to all AFGP members. You will need to subscribe ahead for each event individually in order to get a link.
For more information and to register: https://afusa.org/

The History of French in Louisiana (in English)
2024-03-27 | Online
The AF Federation USA events are all conducted online via Zoom. Events are free to all AFGP members. You will need to subscribe ahead for each event individually in order to get a link.
For more information and to register: https://afusa.org/

Cercle de Lecture: Le faucon
2024-04-16
de Gilbert Sinoué

Art Presentation With Wendy Evans
2024-04-24 18:00 | Grosse Pointe Public Library-Woods Branch, 20680 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
Artist Selfies: Portraits From Paris
Celebrities, influencers, and social media enthusiasts use selfies daily and have mastered “the pose” for their postings. But they have certainly not invented the Selfie.
This presentation looks at self-portraits created by artists working in France. Vincent van Gogh used his face as a free model to try out painting styles. Artists as different as Elisabeth-Louise Vigée and Gustave Courbet who both painted themselves with their palette and brushes. Others examine themselves in more unusual ways.
Presenter Wendy Evans is an art historian with advanced degrees from Oxford University, England and Wayne State University, Detroit. She taught art history at Wayne, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and gives a monthly art history course on Zoom. She loves to share her passion for art. More information is at www.art-talks.org
Presentation is free and open to the community

Friends Of Arts And Flowers At The DIA Elizabeth Sites Kuhlman Lecture
2024-04-29 10:30 - 14:00
Lecture and Luncheon
This year’s speaker is French Master Florist Frédéric Dupré. One of the world’s premier floral designers and teachers, Dupré was named Best Craftsman in France in 2011 and was a competitor for the World Cup title in 2015. He will focus on architecture and texture, designing only with organic materials to enlighten and entertain lecture attendees.
For more information and reservations:
https://dia.org/events/friends-art-flowers-elizabeth-sites-kuhlman-lecture

La tresse
2024-05-08
de Laëtitia Colombani

French Heritage Corridor Fourth Annual Conference
2024-05-17 - 2024-05-19
“What’s Cooking: Creating Collaboration in the French Heritage Corridor”
Friday, May 17- Sunday, May 19, 2024
French Heritage Corridor, an initiative conceived and led by the French Heritage Society Chicago-Midwest Chapter, comprises seven states in the Midwest (IA; IL; IN; MI; MN; MO and WI). This network, joined by waterways connecting with the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes, transcends borders to recreate in the Midwest what was once la Nouvelle France.
The French Heritage Corridor is dedicated to developing synergy and raising the collective awareness about the rich French history and heritage that has, since the 17th century, melded with the vibrant multicultural landscape in what is today the Midwestern United States.
The 2024 conference will be held in Monroe, Michigan.
For more information on the daily program and hotel reservations:
https://mailchi.mp/c100a0b5a5b5/fhs_chicago_carnaval_3-2692044?e=ea5ef8823b
Reservations will be available soon.
May 17th, at 2;00 p.m.
A great opportunity to be involved if not signing up for the whole conference:
Join in for a special tour of the Basilica of Ste Anne de Detroit, ringing of the carillon, and a FHS/FHC plaque presentation ceremony for the completed 2024 grant restoration work.
The Basilica of Ste Anne is one of the FHC 2024 grant recipients, with monies allocated for the restoration of the church’s carillon bell.
This event is open to the public, in conjunction with the City of Detroit, Visit Detroit and Leaders of the Francophone Community.
If you would like to attend as part of the AF Grosse Pointe group, please email Dr Ann McReynolds at mcmench@gmail.com
Possible meetup and carpooling to be planned.

Cercle de Lecture: La petite menteuse
2024-05-18
de Pascale Robert-Diard

Ciné Club: Interdit aux chiens et aux Italiens (No Dogs or Italians Allowed)
2024-05-21 18:00 | Grosse Pointe Public Library-Woods Branch, 20680 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
By Alain Ughetto
Animated – 2021
Early 20th Century, Northern Italy. The Ughetto family, living through difficult times, dreams of a better future abroad. The story tells of Luigi Ughetto crossing the Alps to start a new life in France, thus changing the destiny of his beloved family forever. His grandson travels back in time revisiting history, in an intimate dialogue with his grandmother Cesira.

AFGP Annual Picnic And Elections
2024-06-04 17:30 | Grosse Pointe Woods Lakefront Park, 23000 Jefferson Ave,, St Clair Shores, MI, 48080, United States
PICNIC OPEN TO AFGP MEMBERS ONLY
We are delighted to bring back our traditional and convivial Picnic Potluck! Please make sure to bring a dish to share with friends, and your choice of drink.
FRESHLY GRILLED HAMBURGERS AND HOTDOGS WILL BE PROVIDED
MEETING AND BOARD ELECTIONS @ 5:30 PM
PICNIC POTLUCK @ 6:00 PM
The park will ONLY allow non-residents of Grosse Pointe Woods listed on the RSVP log we provide. Therefore, your reply is essential. GPW residents are welcome with their park pass. Find us at Pavilion 1, by the marina on the far side of the canal.
Your R.S.V.P. MUST be received by May 30th, 2024
Choose one convenient reply mode:
Use the RSVP form below:
By email: mamcmicken@gmail.com
By phone: (313) 320-4779

RSVP HERE
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Cercle de Lecture: Les cerfs-volants
2024-06-18
de Romain Gary

Bastille Day Celebration
2024-07-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Bayview Yacht Club, 100 Clairpointe St, Detroit, MI, 48215, United States
The Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe and the Alliance Française de Détroit/French Institute of Michigan will celebrate their traditional Bastille Day together again this year.
Join us and enjoy good company in celebration of Bastille Day 2024 at Bayview Yacht Club. In a chic and relaxed atmosphere, by the Detroit River, you will enjoy a cocktail party followed by a nice meal , full cash bar with liquor, wine and cocktails, live music entertainment and an art exhibition.
Two drinks will be included with your ticket. (This event is adults only)
Thank you to our great partners and sponsors.
Tickets will be $55 if you sign up online and $65 at the door.
Click here to register

Cercle de Lecture: Regardez-nous danser
2024-07-20
de Leïla Slimani

Cercle de Lecture: La tresse
2024-09-07 10:00

Groupe de Conversation Septembre
2024-09-10 18:00 | Village Grille, 16930 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park, MI, United States
Join us at our monthly French Conversation Group. This event is free of charge and we welcome French speakers of every level.
For information, email afgpeducation@gmail.com.

Please RSVP at Meetup.

Ciné Club: L'histoire d'Adèle H (The Story of Adele H)
2024-09-14 13:45 | Grosse Pointe Public Library-Woods Branch, 20680 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, 48236, United States
L’histoire d’Adèle H (The Story of Adele H)
(1976)
Directed by François Truffaut
Adèle Hugo (Isabelle Adjani), daughter of renowned French writer Victor Hugo, falls in love with British soldier Albert Pinson (Bruce Robinson) while living in exile off the coast of England. Unfortunately for Adèle, the felt passion is only one sided.

Season Opener Reception
2024-09-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Residence of Dr. Ann McReynolds and Dr. Rudolph Menchl, 751 Berkshire Rd, Grosse Pointe Park, MI, 48230, United States
Let us welcome the 2024-2025 season together with a cheer!

Join us for refreshments, good food, and great company.
Invite a friend, and we look forward to seeing you!

Purchase your tickets online below —
Or mail the stub on the Season Opener PDF
with your check by September 10th, 2024
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Make check payable to Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe
Mail to: AF Grosse Pointe, 751 Berkshire Rd., Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
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