What we’re about
Do you hum la Marseillaise in the shower? Is wearing a béret de rigueur? Or is your French a little rusty? Speakers at all fluency levels are welcome. Attend any of our many events and enjoy the camaraderie of French-speaking people in Chicago's northern suburbs. Il y en aura pour tous les goûts !
We are a chapter of the cultural and educational not-for-profit Alliance Française organization, a worldwide network of chapters that seek to educate members about francophone cultures, language, history and literature. Visit our website for more details: http://afnorthshore.org/.
Si vous voulez améliorer votre compréhension et expression de la langue française, venez vous joindre à nous.
Join us and put a little French in your life.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Soirée TriviaSt. Johns Lutheran Church, Wilmette, IL
The Musée d'Orsay's impressionist art collection draws crowds year 'round. For what purpose—also serving crowds—was the building initially built?
If you know the answer, you're on your way to winning a fabulous prize. Join us at the AFduNS' eighth annual French Trivia Night. Bring some snacks and beverages to share for a night of fun, camaraderie, friendly competition and prizes. Questions will be in English.
Didn't know the answer (train station)? Don't worry: you'll have seven other team members to count on.
Doors open at 6:30. Come early to socialize.The raffle is back. Bring cash to buy your tickets for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
Tickets are $25. Registration is closed. We'll send important details before the event to those who register.
Questions? Write to soiree-trivia@AFnorthshore.org.
Proceeds support French educational and cultural activities of the American Association of Teachers of French and the Alliance Française du North Shore.
Membership in the AFduNS
While no membership is required for newcomers, we welcome new members whose membership will support the activities of the AFduNS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For further info, visit our website or click here to contact us. If you wish to join the AFduNS, you may sign up online. Annual dues are $50.00. - Café Conversation MatinPanera Bread, Wilmette, IL
Join fellow Francophones for relaxed, mid-morning conversations in French on first Mondays, facilitated by one or more of our native or fluent AFduNS leaders.
All fluency levels are welcome.
For further info, visit afnorthshore.org or contact cafe-matin@AFnorthshore.org.
Membership in the AFduNS
While no membership is required for newcomers, we welcome new members whose membership will support the activities of the AFduNS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For further info, visit our website or click here to contact us. If you wish to join the AFduNS, you may sign up online. Annual dues are $50.00. - Ciné ClubLink visible for attendees
Join a group of cinéphiles online for a discussion in French of a French film with English subtitles.
The choice for this month is Le Château de ma mère (My Mother’s Castle). You'll watch the film on your own: view it for free on Kanopy. For more details, write to cine-club@AFnorthshore.org.
Membership in the AFduNS
While no membership is required for newcomers, we welcome new members whose membership will support the activities of the AFduNS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For further info, visit our website or contact us. If you wish to join the AFduNS, you may sign up online. Annual dues are $50.00. - Café Conversation Après-midiCorner Bakery, Glenview, IL
Join fellow Francophones for relaxed, afternoon conversations in French on third Thursdays. All fluency levels are welcome.
For further information, visit AFnorthshore.org or contact cafe-apresmidi@AFnorthshore.org.
Membership in the AFduNS
While no membership is required for newcomers, we welcome new members whose membership will support the activities of the AFduNS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For further info, visit our website or click here to contact us. If you wish to join the AFduNS, you may sign up online. Annual dues are $50.00.
