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Last chance to get your spot for the Creative Writing Workshop! Check out our website or the link in the bio! #AllianceFrançaise #AFAtlanta #AtlantaEvents #FrenchCulture #LearnFrench #ThingsToDoInAtlanta

Novembre at the Alliance! Here’s what’s coming up: 📚 Thu 11/5 · Comicopia: French Comics & Apéro (free, RSVP) ✍️ Sat 11/7 · Creative Writing Workshop, last seats! 🎻 Thu 11/12 · France Atlanta Night at the ASO, members $45 👯 11/16–20 · Bring a Friend to Class Week 🎉 Wed 11/18 · Alliance Française Day: 38 years in Atlanta 🎬 Wed 11/18 · Ciné-Club: Magma (bring a friend on us!) 🦃 11/23–27 · Thanksgiving week, no classes 📝 12/7–11 · DELF/DALF exam week Details and tickets: links in bio #AllianceFrançaise #AFAtlanta #AtlantaEvents #FrenchCulture #LearnFrench #ThingsToDoInAtlanta

When the Germans and the French share an office 😅🇩🇪🇫🇷 Meet KulturEnsemble: a shared home for culture, language and community in downtown Atlanta. Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta and Alliance Française d’Atlanta are neighbors at Peachtree Center, and together we bring the best of German and French culture to the city through language classes, film nights, concerts, conversation groups and community events. 📍 233 Peachtree St NE, Suite 100 · Peachtree Center 🗣️ Learn German or French with us. Our winter sessions are coming soon! 👉 Find classes and events at the link in bio Tag your German-speaking or French-speaking friend! #KulturEnsemble #GoetheZentrumAtlanta #AllianceFrancaiseAtlanta #LearnGerman #LearnFrench #DowntownAtlanta

La rentrée is here! 🍂 Fall classes at Alliance Française d’Atlanta are underway, and it’s not too late to join us. Total beginner? Brushing up rusty high-school French? or working toward fluency? Either way there’s a class for you! Choose from: • Progressive language classes (A1 and up) • Thematic classes: conversation, pronunciation, literature, culture • Youth programs and Baby & Petite Alliance • Private, semi-private and corporate lessons Study online or in person in Downtown Atlanta or Roswell, with experienced native-speaker teachers. Register in the link in our bio! #AllianceFrancaiseAtlanta #LearnFrench #FrenchClasses #AtlantaEvents #Roswell

Joyeuse Action de grâce! 🍁 Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to all our friends celebrating today! To mark the occasion, meet one of our Canadian teachers, Gary Gluck. Born in Toronto to Swiss parents from the French-speaking Jura, he learned French early so he could talk with family in Switzerland. He then grew up in Brussels, where he went to French-language schools. After earning a BA in English Literature from Carleton University in Ottawa, he studied literary translation in Brussels and went on to an MFA in Comparative Literature and Literary Translation at the University of Iowa. For the past 25 years he’s worked as a French-to-English translator on everything from EU policy to finance to NGO reports. He has taught French at the University of Portland, Kennesaw State, the University of Iowa, and here at the Alliance. He’s also a certified DELF/DALF examiner. He has studied Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, and Turkish, and he’s still curious about one big question: what’s the best way to learn a language, and what works for each student? We think his students are lucky to find out with him. Join Gary in class this fall session! Link in bio! 🇨🇦🇫🇷 #CanadianThanksgiving #ActionDeGrâce #LearnFrench #AllianceFrançaise #Atlanta #MeetOurTeachers

🎃✍️ Writing Workshop: Halloween Special Have you always wanted to tell a story but don’t know where to start? Does the blank page scare you more than any ghost? 👻 Join French novelist Agnès Abecassis for Petites histoires pour gros frissons (“little stories for big chills”), a Halloween writing workshop where she’ll guide you, with plenty of encouragement, as you let your creativity run wild. Think of it as a date with yourself to unleash your pen! 🖋️ 🗓️ This Saturday, October 10 🕘 9:15–11:30 AM ET 💻 Online via Zoom, so join from anywhere! 🇫🇷 Taught in French, for B2 level and above Sign up today through the link in our bio! 🕯️ #AllianceFrancaiseAtlanta #AtelierDecriture #CreativeWriting #FrenchWriting #Halloween #LearnFrench #AgnesAbecassis #WritingWorkshop

📚✨ Story Time in French starts THIS Saturday! Join our teacher Alexia for a cozy story time in French this fall. Each week your little one will meet new characters, go on new adventures, and learn French vocabulary through repetition, pronunciation games, and playful, creative activities. 🇫🇷🧸 Every session has a new story and new activities! 🗓️ Saturdays, October 10 – December 19 🕝 2:45–3:15 PM | Ages 3-5 🕓 4:15–4:45 PM | Ages 3–5 📍 Roswell Center, 9420 Willeo Road, Suite 201 👶 10 sessions of 30 minutes (no class Thanksgiving week) Spots are limited to 12 children per session, so sign up today through the link in our bio! 💙 #AllianceFrancaiseAtlanta #FrenchForKids #StoryTime #HeureDuConte #RoswellGA #RoswellMoms #BilingualKids #LearnFrench #AtlantaKids

Fall Session starts October 19, and there's still time to join us! Whether you're a total beginner or ready to take your French to the next level, there's a class for you! Fall Session: October 19 – December 19 In-person & online classes Classes for adults & children Learn French. Discover culture. Experience la vie française in Atlanta! Don't wait until demain. Classes begin on the 19th, so save your spot today. Register via the link in our bio. #AllianceFrancaiseAtlanta #AFATL #LearnFrench #FrenchClasses #AtlantaFrench #FrenchLessons #ATLEvents

Yesterday, the Alliance Française d'Atlanta and the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta (@goethezentrumatl) enjoyed a wonderful conversation with Matthieu Clouvel Gervaiseau, Consul General of France in Atlanta (@franceatlanta). We came away inspired by his enthusiasm for language and culture and his interest in our work here in the community. Merci et vielen Dank! #AllianceFrançaise #GoetheZentrum #LearnFrench #LearnGerman #ApprendreLeFrançais #DeutschLernen #Francophonie #LanguageLearning #CulturalExchange #AtlantaCommunity #Atlanta #kulturensemble

What does it mean to be fluent in French? We asked one of our very own professors how she defines fluency… and you might be closer than you think. #AllianceFrançaise #FrenchFluency #LearnFrench

📚🇫🇷 “Lectures Faciles!” is a guided reading class where French literary classics are adapted to your level. A fun way to discover French literature while expanding your vocabulary, learning new grammar structures, and practicing pronunciation! ✨ And with Sabine’s engaging and passionate teaching, every class is an opportunity to learn, connect, and enjoy French. ❤️ Register at afatl.com #LecturesFaciles #LearnFrench #FrenchLiterature #FrenchClass #afatl

🇫🇷✨ Castles, Museums & Masterpieces — all in French! Ready to explore France without leaving the classroom? Join Vera on a journey through French history and culture, from the magnificent châteaux of the Loire Valley to the grandeur of Versailles and the treasures of the Louvre. 🏰🎨 Along the way, you’ll build your French vocabulary, practice speaking, review grammar, and discover fascinating stories of kings, queens, artists, and iconic masterpieces. Through engaging conversations, images, and interactive activities, you’ll gain confidence speaking French while experiencing some of France’s most unforgettable landmarks — all in French! 🇫🇷 ✨ Come explore, learn, and speak French with us! Register at AFATL.com/classes #LearnFrench #FrenchClass #AFATL #FrenchCulture #AllianceFrançaise FrenchHistory SpeakFrench

Join us for Atlanta’s brand-new European Market at Buckhead Village! October 3, 2026 11 AM–5 PM Buckhead Village FREE admission! Come shop, eat, sip, explore, and celebrate the cultures, flavors & traditions of Europe all in one place! 🌍 And yes… the French wine tasting is BACK! Tickets sold separately. Go to afatl.com>events>upcoming events to register. Or press the link in our bio Bring your friends, your appetite, and your love of Europe. See you there! #europeanmarket #buckheadvillage #alliancefrancaise #winetasting #thingstodoinATL

📍 7 Stages Theatre | Atlanta, GA 📅 October 23, 2026 🕢 11:00AM OR 7:30PM 🎟️ Tickets: link in the bio! 🎭 A vibrant theatrical and musical creation by Compagnie Tilawçis, Flamboyants! brings together the cultures of New Orleans, Réunion Island, and Puerto Rico in a powerful exploration of memory, identity, and resilience. 🌎 Performed in five languages — Louisiana Creole, Réunion Creole, French, English, and Spanish — the show celebrates the rich connections between Creole cultures, shaped by histories of slavery, resistance, and cultural survival. Presented by the Alliance Française of Atlanta, with the support of the Consulate General of France in Atlanta and Villa Albertine, Flamboyants! is part of the France-Atlanta 2026 season! 🌟 Photos by: Cédric Demaison #musicaltheatre #atlantaevents #7stagestheater #alliancefrancaiseatlanta #flamboyants

What were we up to this weekend? We were out celebrating culture, community, and all things international at the Cobb International Festival! We had so much fun sharing French culture, meeting fellow culture lovers, making new connections, and soaking up the amazing diversity. A big merci to the Consulate of France for always being such a great partner and helping us bring a little more French flair to these wonderful festivals! #AllianceFrançaiseAtlanta #CobbInternationalFestival #FrenchCulture #Atlanta #CultureAndCommunity AtlantaEvents FrenchInAtlanta

One week without our interns, and we miss them already! 🥲 Abigail, Sam, and Larissa truly made such a difference at Alliance Française this summer, and we are forever grateful for all of their hard work, energy, and contributions. Abigail is returning to university with hopes of pursuing a career in public health. Sam will be studying abroad in Metz and continuing her academic journey in France. Larissa, a native French speaker, is pursuing her goal of working in cybersecurity. We appreciate you all so much and are so proud of everything you accomplished with us this summer. Thank you for being part of the Alliance Française family! Bonne continuation, Abigail, Sam & Larissa! 🇫🇷❤️

Merci for joining us at the European Market! 🇪🇺 Formerly known as the French Market, this year we expanded our celebration to welcome vendors representing not only France, but countries across Europe! We were proud to select 10 vendors who represent French-speaking countries or have supported our mission over the years. @roseluxebody @cedricbrowncollections @hotlinks.pj @fwstyle @maisonbazantiques @lamontagnedessaveurs @kayanouproducts @the_crackedpotdesigns @makeeverydaynovel @exutoirecandleco A heartfelt thank-you to all our vendors, Saint Germain Bakery @stgermainbakery for their continued support and help with our wine tasting, and Atlnata international school for sponsoring this special event. @aischool And to Buckhead Village and Urban enterprises for the organization. @buckheadvillagedistrict Together, we’re bringing international culture, flavors, and community right here to Atlanta. Merci à tous! Till next year!

Today we celebrate one of the most important days in French history! Bastille Day, known in France as La Fête nationale or simply le 14 juillet, is celebrated each year on July 14. This national holiday commemorates the Storming of the Bastille, which took place in Paris on July 14, 1789. On that day, revolutionaries seized the fortress in search of gunpowder and ammunition, marking a pivotal moment in the French Revolution. Today, the storming of the Bastille remains a powerful symbol of liberty, the people’s resistance to tyranny, and the ideals of Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité. France’s national holiday also honors the spirit of unity celebrated at the Fête de la Fédération on July 14, 1790, reflecting the enduring values of the French Republic. Bonne Fête nationale! 🇫🇷

Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present, Embracing Our Future What a beautiful evening at Alliance Française Atlanta last Tuesday as we came together to celebrate an exciting moment in our organization’s history. We raised a glass to honor Dr. Richard Keatley, our former Director, and Valérie Gaudemer-Maker, our Business Administrator, as they begin their well-deserved retirements. We are deeply grateful for their years of dedication, countless hours of hard work, leadership, and care. Their contributions have helped shape our community, and their impact will be felt for years to come. At the same time, we were delighted to welcome our new Director, Victoire Auguste-Dormeuil! We are so excited for this next chapter and look forward to all that she will bring to Alliance Française Atlanta. We can’t wait to see all that the future holds. A huge thank you to our incredible Board members for putting together such a wonderful celebration and for the time, energy, and passion you dedicate to our organization. And, of course, none of this would be possible without our members, students, teachers, staff, volunteers, and entire Alliance Française Atalanta community. You are the heart of Alliance Française Atlanta Thank you @pbiaguiphoto for the lovely photos!

Time to highlight our next European Market vendor: Cedric Brown Collections @cedricbrowncollections Bringing high-quality fashion with a chic, effortless feel, Cedric Brown Collections is all about stylish pieces that are both elevated and wearable. From timeless looks to statement-making details, there’s something for every fashion lover to discover. Shop the collection, and experience chic, wearable fashion on October 3rd at Buckhead Village! 11 AM–5 PM FREE ENTRY Discover your next favorite look at the European Market! #EuropeanMarket #CedricbrownCollections #AtlantaEvents #BuckheadVillage #AtlantaFashion

What exactly is the DELF, and why does it matter? If you’ve ever wondered what the DELF exam is or whether it’s worth taking, here’s the quick breakdown! The DELF (Diplôme d’études en langue française) is an official French-language certification recognized internationally. Basically: it’s an official way to show your French level, whether you’re learning for school, work, travel, or just want to have something to show for all those hours of studying. Please note we are not currently offering the DELF JUNIOR which is for ages 17 and under. Location: Alliance Française Atlanta Dates: A1:Monday, October 19 A2: Monday, October 19 B1: Tuesday, October 20 B2: Wednesday, October 21 Save this Reel for later and send it to your French-learning friend who might need to know about the DELF! More info at afatl.com under the Exams tab #DELFExam #LearnFrench #FrenchLearning #FrenchLanguage #FrenchLearner FrenchCertification

Bonne retraite, Catherine! 🎉 Today we celebrate Catherine Francisse, who is retiring from the Alliance Française d’Atlanta. Catherine grew up in Brussels, where she earned a master’s degree in Psychology and Education. She began her career in textbook publishing in Belgium and moved into teaching after coming to Atlanta, where she spent 18 years in Johns Creek public schools. When she retired from that job, her love of teaching brought her to us. Our students have benefited from that decision ever since. Catherine, thank you for your patience, your expertise, and the joy you brought to every class. We hope retirement leaves plenty of time for traveling, reading, and diving! Students and friends, please leave your messages for Catherine in the comments. 👇 #BonneRetraite #MerciCatherine #AllianceFrançaise #Atlanta #FrenchTeacher

We have a new web address: afatl.org! The switch to .org reflects who we are: a member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit sharing the French language and francophone cultures with Atlanta through classes, exams and cultural events. Please update your bookmarks, and if you'd like to support our work, visit afatl.org/donate. #AllianceFrancaiseATL #SupportFrenchCulture #Donate #NonprofitAtlanta #FrenchinAtlanta

Thank you, Atlanta! 🎉 Last Friday, Alliance Française d’Atlanta presented FLAMBOYANTS!, a hybrid documentary theatre and concert performance by Collective Tilawcis at 7 Stages Theatre. Across two showings, Atlanta audiences experienced a work that connects the cultures of Réunion, Louisiana and Puerto Rico through music, movement and five languages. It’s a strong example of what cross-cultural programming can do: bring communities together around shared stories of resilience. We were honored to have Villa Albertine with us for the evening. A heartfelt merci for supporting the tour, along with the French Government, Institut Français, CDNOI, Cité des Arts, Région Réunion, Département de la Réunion, Ville de Saint-Denis, Ville de Saint-Paul, FME and the Consulat Général de France à Atlanta. Thank you also to 7 Stages Theatre for hosting us, to the Dutchtown High School Band, and to everyone who came out.

We’re highlighting Camille, a teacher whose kindness and patience make every student feel welcome and supported. Her years of teaching experience shine through in every class, and her passion for language learning inspires our students to grow in confidence and succeed. For Camille, learning French is about more than mastering a language, it’s about connecting people through a shared culture, meaningful conversations, and common interests. Merci, Camille, for all you do for the Alliance Française! #TeacherTuesday #AllianceFrançaise #LearnFrench #FrenchTeacher