Alliance Française de Seattle

Only two days left to enjoy our Member Pre-Sale! All open courses are eligible for early registration discounts until November 20, don't miss it! Register here: www.afseattle.org/.../collecti...

Join our Soirée Belle Époque Online Auction from October 10 to 19! Discover fabulous items and unique experiences in the Auction Preview, and be sure to register in advance so you’re ready to start bidding as soon as it opens. More info: cbo.io/app/public/b...

🌴 Win a trip to Tahiti! Enter our raffle for a chance to win a roundtrip for two from Seattle or Los Angeles to Papeete, Tahiti, courtesy of Air Tahiti Nui 🏝️✈️ More info: www.afseattle.org/cultural-cen...

Thinking about an immersion trip to France? The Institut de Français , located in Villefranche-sur-Mer, is one of the world’s top-rated French immersion programs. Join us with their team on Zoom to discover all the details of this exceptional opportunity. RSVP: www.afseattle.org/community/ev...

Are you planning to move to France? Here are some important information 📢

Only two days left to enjoy our Fall Pre-Sale! Enroll now: www.afseattle.org/.../collecti...

Early registration ends this Thursday, August 14 at 11:59PM Pacific time. Regular registration opens on Friday, August 15 at 10AM.

Our Fall Pre-Sale is live! Early registration for AFSeattle members is available until August 14. This exclusive pre-sale period is your chance to secure your spot early — with special pricing on our French collective courses. Don’t miss out! Enroll now: www.afseattle.org/learn-french...

Early Bird Gala Tickets available until August 14!
Get yours now: cbo.io/app/public/b...

Join us on Oct 18 at the Rainier Club for a dazzling Belle Époque–inspired evening of live music, French cuisine, and cultural celebration, all for a great cause!

Celebrate Bastille Day in Seattle! Join the fun on Sunday, July 13 with a casual picnic at Lake Sammamish State Park hosted by @ufeseattle.bsky.social, or celebrate on Monday, July 14 at Cafe Campagne with French food, drinks, and festivities.

More info: www.afseattle.org/cultural-cen...

Exciting news — our European Holiday Market is growing!

Join us on Saturday, December 6, for the Joyeux Bazaar, a global holiday market celebrating artisans, nonprofits, and culture. Want to join as a vendor or sponsor? Apply now at: www.afseattle.org/cultural-cen...

Merci to everyone who joined us for La Fête de la Musique at Ballard Homestead! 🎶 It was an incredible evening of music and community, featuring the electrifying rhythms of Boka Kouyate & The Djeliyah Band and the jazz mastery of the Jean Chaumont Group.

📸 by Robert Wade

Kick off your French journey this summer with our Complete Beginner course, perfect for those with no prior experience! Register: www.afseattle.org/af/course-se...

Don't miss our Course about Joséphine Baker! Register: www.afseattle.org/af/course-se...

With a simplified text adapted to the A1+ level, discover Josephine Baker, music icon of the 20s & 30s. Explore her journey from Missouri to France, while expanding your French linguistic & cultural knowledge.

Celebrate la Fête de la Musique with us on June 21!
Join us for an evening of vibrant music with Boka Kouyate & The Djeliyah Band the Jean Chaumont Group.
RSVP: www.afseattle.org/community/ev...

Last Thursday, we celebrated our amazing teachers for #TeacherAppreciationWeek— a special moment to say a big merci for their dedication, creativity, and the passion they bring to every class!

Thank you to all of you who donated in our GiveBIG campaign!
We are amazed by our community and its generosity! We are excited to announce that we surpassed our goal and raised a total of $6,240. Thank you for believing in our mission to advance French bilingual education in Washington State. 🫶

Help Us Grow During #GiveBIG 2025! On May 6–7, we’re raising funds for scholarships and teacher training.

Support education, inclusion, and community—your gift provides language access, scholarships, and professional growth for our teachers.

Make a difference today: www.wagives.org/story/83uo4g

☀️ Summer Pre-Sale Starts May 8 at 8AM! Get a head start on summer—explore our upcoming classes in the brochure below and take advantage of early enrollment. Pre-Sale ends May 15 at 11:59PM.

Summer Course Brochure: bit.ly/4jXnIta

☀️ New this summer: Half-day French program for teens (ages 13–17)! Join us in July and August to keep learning in and out of the classroom with French games, activities, and real-life conversations.

Register here: www.afseattle.org/learn-french...

📚 It’s World Book Day! Celebrate with our Book Club as we explore Kukum by Michel Jean — a powerful story of love and resilience, led by our new teacher Hedwige.
👉 Register now: www.afseattle.org/af/course-se...

Our Executive Director, Otilia Baraboi, recently visited the Alliance Française of Nice, meeting with Executive Director David Vandevelde and Administrative Manager Karine Cochetel — a great opportunity to strengthen our partnership and support French learners across the Atlantic.

Thank you to French writer and translator Cécile Wajsbrot for joining us at Elliott Bay Book Company to share and discuss her poignant novel Nevermore. Thank you to everyone who attended!

Internationally renowned French writer and translator Cécile Wajsbrot will discuss her novel Nevermore at Elliott Bay Book Company tomorrow at 7 PM. The novel is a poignant meditation on loss and recovery,through the act of translation and its recuperative powers. RSVP: bit.ly/4cAVYrO

YouTube video by Unifrance Spirit of Ecstasy / La Vénus d'argent (2023) - Trailer (English Subs)

Join us March 21-23 at the Film Center for Young French Cinema, a festival with @siffnews.bsky.social showcasing 6 bold films from emerging French filmmakers. Closing Night Special – Spirit of Ecstasy (March 23) with Florian Cardinaux, Consul of France in SF.

Tickets: www.siff.net/programs-and...

📅 Mark your calendars!

Join us for the 3rd edition of Night of Ideas! Explore "Common Ground: Building Global Community" with thought leaders, artists, and educators. Plus, check out our call for contributions!

🎟 Free event – RSVP here: bit.ly/nightofideas...

@villa-albertine.bsky.social

Young French Cinema

In collaboration with @afseattle.bsky.social, @villa-albertine.bsky.social’s Young French Cinema presents a selection of today’s best French films & filmmakers, from high-profile independent works to impactful dramas and powerful documentaries about the world around us.

3/21-23 at the Film Center.

Merci for an unforgettable evening! Our sold-out performance of Portrait of Ludmilla as Nina Simone was a powerful tribute to an icon on International Women’s Day. A huge thank you to our audience, the amazing Ludmilla Dabo & David Lescot, and our partners.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Third Place Books for a great discussion with Maya Smith, PhD, on Ne me quitte pas! Grab your copy: www.thirdplacebooks.com/event/maya-a...

Don't miss Maya moderating the Q&A at the Nina Simone performance tomorrow! Tickets: www.afseattle.org/ludmilla

A big thank you to author Juliana Léveillé-Trudel for joining us last Tuesday to discuss her book Nirliit and to everyone who attended!

A special thanks to our partners— @cfameriques.bsky.social, the Québec Government Office in Los Angeles, and the Department of French and Italian Studies at UW.

We were thrilled to host Djaïli Amadou Amal, Cameroonian writer, activist, and UNICEF Ambassador, at the Alliance! In partnership with Elliott Bay Book Company, we also had the pleasure of presenting her powerful novel, The Impatient. Thank you to everyone who joined us for these inspiring events!