Le Changement Climatique: World Leaders at COP26 in Glasgow
Understanding climate change and how we can all make a positive impact has become a global discussion. The COP26 climate summit brings world leaders together to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. Read More…
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Get to know the Congo!
The Democratic Republic of the Congo , or simply Congo, is a country in Central Africa. It is, by area, the largest country in sub-Saharan Africa, and the second-largest in all of Africa (after Algeria). With a population of around 105 million, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the most populous officially Francophone country in the world.
Edith Piaf: everything you need to know about this internationally successful French singer!
Both singer and songwriter, Edith Piaf is a monument of French song, responsible for many classics such as La vie en rose, Milord, La foule, or Non, je ne regrette rien.
Beaujolais Nouveau Day : Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé !
Beaujolais Nouveau Day is marked in France on the third Thursday in November with fireworks, music and festivals. Under French law, the new vintage of Beaujolais Nouveau is released to the world at 12:01 a.m., just weeks after the wine's grapes have been harvested. Parties are held throughout the country and further afield to celebrate the first wine of the season. Read More…
5 things to know about Monaco!
Synonymous with luxury and opulence, Monaco is known throughout the world for its casino, its 5* hotels and is a favorite playground for
the rich and famous. Here are 5 facts to know about Monaco!
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The history of the Eiffel Tower
Wednesday, October 13th, the movie "Eiffel" with the actors Romain Duris and Emma Mackey was released in French theaters. For
this occasion, we propose to let you discover the history of this emblematic monument, symbol of France since 1889.
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With its white sandy beaches, volcanoes and protected parks, not to mention some of the most beautiful diving spots in the world, Guadeloupe is a true paradise on earth. Read More…
L'Arc de Triomphe Empaqueté : Tribute to Artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude
The Arc de Triomphe - one of the most famous monuments on Paris - is currently shrouded in fabric, as a tribute to the late artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude. The art installation will be in place from September 18th to Oct 3rd and has drawn throngs of visitors and art lovers to see the work. Read More…
Joséphine Baker: Activist américaine to enter French Panthéon
American-born French performer Joséphine Baker will enter into Paris' Panthéon of national heroes, making her the first black woman to receive the honor. Her induction into the Panthéon recognizes her contribution to the performing arts and her courage in actively resisting Nazi Germany during the war. Read More…
Marseille in Focus: Where Reality meets Fiction
Marseille is in the news this week. French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a multibillion-euro plan to turn Marseille into what he calls a world port city with programs to improve crime, schools and culture. Many of these same themes played out in the original NetFlix series called Marseille. See where reality meets fiction. Read More…
La Rentrée en France: A Time for New Beginnings
Early September marks a unique annual event in France – la rentrée. Summer holidays have come to an end, and it’s time for work, school and normal life. There is new stock in the shops, new TV programmes, new book releases and cultural events all over the country. Read More…
Understanding French Schools from La Rentrée to Le Bac
With all of the recent Back to School (La Rentrée) activities kicking off the new school year, you may be wondering about how the French education system works. Read More…
Les Parfums de France: Discover Mysteries the Nose Knows
Explore the art of creating French perfumes which can be as complex and mysterious as the world of winemaking. A new documentary Nose exposes secrets about the sensory magic of making transportive perfumes. Read More…
August 15: What is this French holiday about?
You know about Bastille Day on July 14, but do you know what is celebrated on August 15, the second summer holiday in France? Read More…
French Focus on Reading : La lecture déclarée Grande Cause Nationale
La Lecture Grande Cause Nationale aims to revitalize the relationship that younger generations have with books promoting the practice of reading at all ages. The program addresses illiteracy and promotes the French language around the world. Read More…
French Literature in the USA : Rencontre des Auteurs Francophones
Rencontre des Auteurs Francophones introduces French-language authors from around the world to increase their awareness in the USA and provide a source of exchange between French-speaking writers and readers. Read More…
Bastille Day reading on Culturethèque
Bastille Day is a holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille—a military fortress and prison—on July 14, 1789, in a violent uprising that helped usher in the French Revolution. You can discover many great novels set in this important historical period on your AFSF Culturethèque e-library. Read More…
Lady Liberty to Meet Her ‘Little Sister’
As French and American Independence celebrations kick off in July, how better to honor our shared values of freedom, democracy and equality than with Lady Liberty herself. After gifting the original statue 135 years ago, France is sending a second, smaller Lady Liberty across the Atlantic just in time for July 4th. Read More…
Have you ever asked yourself how did the fête de la musique start?...Born in the early 1980s, the Fête de la Musique is now celebrated in
nearly 120 countries. A popular festival that brings together a multitude of actors, actresses, spectators, between organized and
improvised scenes, from amateur practices to concerts orchestrated by associations and institutions.
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La Fête de la Musique sur Culturethèque
Your AFSF Culturethèque e-library has joined in the annual Fête de la Musique celebration bringing music of the world directly to you. Listeners of all ages can explore music of different genres, artistes and countries. Read More…
Discover « les Outre-mer de France » on Culturethèque
A thousand miles from your everyday life, in the heart of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans, discover the amazing and unusual locations of France d'outre-mer (Overseas France). Read More…
Paris, the French capital, is known worldwide as the capital of fashion. Why has this city become the capital of fashion and not another? Read More…
Paris – Ville de Lumière sur Culturethèque
Explore a host of titles with plots centered around Paris for readers of all ages available on the AFSF Culturethèque e-library. If you find yourself daydreaming about the City of Light, picking up a book set in Paris might be the best solution for your yearning.Bonne Lecture sur Paris ! Read More…
Perfume Masterclass
To discover more about perfume, its making or significations, the AFSF receives Anastasia Sokolow, founder of French Perfume House, Sulékó.
French Gastronomy
In 2011, after the inscription of the repas gastonomique des Français (gastronomic meals of the French) to the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage, the Fête de la Gastronomie
La Semaine des Médias sur Culturethèque
A great way to practice reading French, learning vocabulary, and finding out what’s going on in the world is to read the news in French. The short story news format along with the engaging photography and graphics can make it a great alternative to reading complete novels.
Black History Month celebrates the contributions of black culture throughout history and in many fields - political, literary, scientific and more. Read More…
