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Thanina Kara
Thanina has been living in the U.S. for three years and holds a bachelor degree in Biomedical Engineering. She previously worked at the Alliance Française of Dallas as a front desk coordinator and French teacher. Passionate about French language and culture, she is now based in San Francisco and excited to be part of the local Alliance community.
Nicolas Chambon
I grew up in Paris with a French father and a Japanese mother. After earning two master’s degrees—one in Finance and the other in Economics—I started to move outside of Paris, living in various countries across Europe, then in Asia, and now in the United States. While working in the finance sector, I’ve also been a part-time language tutor for many years, with extensive experience working with international students. Many of my students have been children, and I adapt my teaching methods to suit different age groups—using playful, interactive techniques with younger learners and more structured, conversation-based approaches with adults. I'm passionate about both learning and teaching languages. This passion led me to write a book titled Practical Japanese, designed to help French and English speakers learn Japanese without needing to master kanji.
Foodie Focus on our Make Music Day partners 2025
Every year, the Make Music Day brings together music and culture enthusiasts to celebrate harmony and creativity. This year, we're delighted to introduce our partners, who add a gourmet dimension to the event. Discover the culinary delights and exquisite wines they will be offering, making this festival even more memorable. Immerse yourself in a unique sensory experience where music meets gastronomy, and let yourself be seduced by the flavors and aromas carefully selected to accompany this cultural celebration.
Awa Wele Toure
Dedicated French immersion educator with native fluency and 5+ years of experience shaping young minds. I specialize in creating dynamic classrooms where students acquire language through hands-on learning and cultural exploration. My business background informs my creative approach to curriculum design and classroom management. Whether teaching preschoolers or elementary students, I foster both linguistic confidence and social-emotional growth. Passionate about building bridges between cultures, I bring authentic Francophone perspectives to every lesson. Let's collaborate to inspire the next generation of global citizens!
French getaway: cruising on Canal du Midi
If you have not already planned your summer plans for the holidays starting very soon, check out our charming suggestion.