Parlons Livres: Monthly Book Club

Monday, September 28 | 5:30–7:00 pm On-site · 810 N. Dearborn St. Levels: B2-C1 Join our monthly, in-person French Book Club, featuring Chanson douce by award-winning author Leïla Slimani as our September book pick! This gripping and thought-provoking novel explores family, motherhood, social class, and the complex relationships between those who care for us and those we trust. Open to upper-intermediate and advanced French speakers, our monthly in-person book club offers an opportunity to read contemporary French literature while developing vocabulary, deepening comprehension, and engaging in thoughtful discussion. Conversation will be led by an AF-Chicago French teacher and will explore the novel’s characters, themes, language, and cultural context. Participants should read the book before the discussion and come prepared to share their thoughts and interpretations in French.

Atelier de yoga en français

(Le français suit) Join us for the return of yoga en français to the Alliance! Guests will enjoy: An hour of rest, relaxation, and reconnection through gentle stretching, breathwork, and meditation An opportunity to practice your listening comprehension in French and build your vocabulary around the body and breath Complimentary spa water No previous yoga experience necessary! All levels of French are welcome.

Café Conversation

Un temps frais, un café chaud et une conversation en français ! Vous souhaitez parler français et vous faire des amis en même temps ? Le Café conversation en présentiel est l’endroit parfait ! Rencontrez des apprenants français et améliorez votre niveau. Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus, seule obligation, essayer de parler français ! Café et thé seront servis.

Atelier d'art : Frida Kahlo avec Floriane Roussel

Join us for a craft night as part of our French-immersion art workshop series! Inspired by the revolutionary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, Chicago-based French artist Floriane Roussel will lead a painting workshop exploring symbolism and portraiture that made Kahlo a household name.

Ciné Club

Friday, October 9th · 5:30–8:30 pm Doors: 5:00 pm 54 W. Chicago Ave. October film: L’Étranger (2025) — Directed by François Ozon Interested in French films and French practice? Join our on-site Ciné Club at the Alliance! Au programme : Complimentary refreshments will be available before the watch party, which will be followed by discussion led by Sophie Hinkson—teacher, writer, and certified cinephile. Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus !

Atelier d'art avec Floriane Roussel

Join us for a craft night as part of our French-immersion art workshop series! Each month, Chicago-based French artist Floriane Roussel will lead a workshop inspired by a different Francophone artist.

Atelier de yoga en français

(Le français suit) Join us for the return of yoga en français to the Alliance! Guests will enjoy: An hour of rest, relaxation, and reconnection through gentle stretching, breathwork, and meditation An opportunity to practice your listening comprehension in French and build your vocabulary around the body and breath Complimentary spa water No previous yoga experience necessary! All levels of French are welcome.

Atelier d'art avec Floriane Roussel

Join us for a craft night as part of our French-immersion art workshop series! Each month, Chicago-based French artist Floriane Roussel will lead a workshop inspired by a different Francophone artist.

Atelier de yoga en français

(Le français suit) Join us for the return of yoga en français to the Alliance! Guests will enjoy: An hour of rest, relaxation, and reconnection through gentle stretching, breathwork, and meditation An opportunity to practice your listening comprehension in French and build your vocabulary around the body and breath Complimentary spa water No previous yoga experience necessary! All levels of French are welcome.