Alliance Francaise of Central Iowa

Tadez Pogacar wins his third Tour de France.

With the Sister Cities Commission we celebrated the French national holiday a couple of days early. The photo here doesn't do the potluck justice, but the smiles do.

We played pétanque. Here's Bob showing us how it's done.

We sang La Marseillaise with great gusto!

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/21/t-magazine/cap-ferret-france-guide.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20240624&instance_id=127025&nl=the-morning®i_id=51774052&segment_id=170375&te=1&user_id=b8fbe413f3cccf63343318bf6ad2dcc5

Where Parisians Escape to for Secret Beaches and Oyster Cabanas A guide to France’s Cap Ferret, with insider tips from Philippe Starck and three other locals.

Petanque in the park this afternoon. A little breeze and the shade, Phyllis's limeade and Terri's cookies, all made a lovely time.

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Françoise Hardy, Moody French Pop Star, Dies at 80 With hit songs and an understated personality, she incarnated a 1960s cool still treasured by the French.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/08/world/europe/state-dinner-paris-biden-macron.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20240609&instance_id=125780&nl=the-morning®i_id=51774052&segment_id=169111&te=1&user_id=b8fbe413f3cccf63343318bf6ad2dcc5

French-American Friendship in Four Courses Under Emmanuel Macron, “culinary diplomacy” is back on the menu, with a lavish dinner fortifying an old alliance at a tense historical moment.

https://francaisfacile.rfi.fr/fr/jo-2024/

JO 2024 de Paris sur Français facile Vous aimez le sport, le français et Paris ? Retrouvez des exercices en ligne, des vidéos interactives et des podcasts pour vous perfectionner en français avec les Jeux olympiques.

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France Issues Scratch-and-Sniff Baguette Postage Stamps The celebration of French heritage in the run-up to the Paris Olympics was unveiled on the feast day of Saint Honoré, the patron saint of bakers.

The food was great at our annual Fête du Muguet.

https://dsmmagazine.com/2024/05/01/kouign-amann-the-best-thing-at-the-farmers-market/

Kouign-amann: The best thing at the farmers market At the Downtown Farmers Market, you’ll find these pastries at Uncle Wendell’s booth near Second and Court. (Photo: Uncle Wendell’s) By Michael MorainIt’s time. The Downtown Farmer…

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/16/style/lvmh-2024-french-olympic-opening-ceremony-outfits.html?unlocked_article_code=1.k00.sHqR.qURMFT4tMLSk&ugrp=u

Will the French Olympic Team Be Best Dressed at the Opening Ceremony? (Gift Article) Carine Roitfeld teamed up with Berluti to sprinkle some fashion fairy dust on the designs. Here’s the verdict.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/09/style/pasteur-institute-music-bands.html

These Scientists Rock. Literally. The Pasteur Institute in Paris, known for its world-altering scientific research, has been making advancements in another field: the musical arts.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/paris-waiters-race.html?smid=url-share

Ready, Set, Garçon! Paris Waiters Race as Storied Contest Returns Contestants rushed through the streets with croissant-laden trays in a moment for the French capital to showcase its cafe culture ahead of the Summer Olympics.

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How Africans Are Changing French — One Joke, Rap and Book at a Time (Gift Article) More than 60 percent of French speakers now live in Africa. Despite growing resentment at France, Africans are contributing to the evolution and spread of the French language.

At the Botanical Center, serving financiers and telling folks about the Alliance.

We helped the Botanical Center celebrate their volunteers by making financiers for their party. Thanks to those who helped:

Pam Rhodes
Allan Goldberg
Mary Moermon
Pat Westphal
Barb Davis
Terri Schreiber
Eleanor Zeff
Phyllis Goodman
Pat McEvoy

We decorated our tree at the Christkindlmarket yesterday. Thanks to Kathi, who designed it, and to Terri for her help. Think about putting in your bid!

One Film One Federation - November Film Discussion: Le Cercle Rouge (in English) The Federation of AF USA's One Film One Federation program is pleased to announce a series of film discussions this fall centered around four films by the famous French director, Jean-Pierre Melville. Join us on November 27 to discuss Le Cercle Rouge. Event: Monday, Nov. 27 at 1pm PT / 4pm ET.

https://desmoinesmetroopera.org/productions/debussy/

DMMO's Pelléas & Mélisande | July 6–21 Des Moines Metro Opera presents the company premiere of Claude Debussy's shimmering opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, running July 6–21, 2024.

https://www.authentic-europe.com/travel-tips/10-interesting-and-fun-facts-about-france

10 interesting and fun facts about France In this blog article you will read 10 fun facts about France. Interesting facts that give a new insight of France, its gastronomy and its culture.

Who knew? Thanks for this info, Shelley!

Des Moines’ Frenchest Place for a Drink The Cave is identical to those little wine-shop cafes you’ll find tucked away in lesser-known neighborhoods all over France. Check out the venue's third-year anniversary celebration this weekend.

Bienvenue à la Fête de la Bastille!