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Kids Open House

Francophonie Kids and Youth School

Mar 14, 2026

*Please note: this event is open to new students only. Join us for our in-person Winter Session Open House for kids French classes, just in time for Festival de la Francophonie!
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Tasting: Wines of la Francophonie with Alicia Barrett Francophonie Wine Tastings Wine and Gastronomy

Mar 18, 2026

As part of Festival de la Francophonie 2026, join us for a special wine tasting featuring bottles from around …
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Workshop: Your Alberto—Sip & Sculpt Francophonie Wine and Gastronomy

Mar 19, 2026

Join us for a wine and craft night inspired by Swiss sculptor, painter, draftsman, and printmaker Alberto …
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Dance Party: Konpa Swaré with DJ Frantz Francophonie Music

Mar 20, 2026

Our ever-popular konpa swaré is back for Festival de la Francophonie 2026, this year featuring an …
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Film Screening: Amélie & la métaphysique des tubes Francophonie Film Kids and Youth

Mar 21, 2026

Calling all Amélie Nothomb fans! Join us for a screening of Malïys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han’s animated film …
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