Au Sujet du RDV Français

Le RDV Français est un espace d'échanges, de convivialité, en toute simplicité.

Un groupe qui donne l'occasion aux francophones de toutes les nationalités, de se faire connaissance, se revoir et prendre du bon temps ensemble.

Toute personne qui aime parler la belle, élegante, et mélodieuse langue française est là bienvenue.

Nous nous réunissons au minimum d'une fois par mois.

Le RDV Français is a rapidly growing group of French speakers of all ages and nationalities in the Houston area. We hold regular events each month to gather, speak French and share our mutual interests in French culture all while having a good time. We all enjoy getting together to chat and meet other Francophones in relaxed social settings.

RDV Français is much more than simply another Francophone social conversational group. We actively seek to provide opportunities and activities focused on learning about and exposure to French culture. If you are traveling to France or are just interested in French culture you've come to the right place. You will have opportunities to learn more about all aspects of French culture and customs including greeting people when in France, dinner table etiquette, avoiding communication faux pas, learning about French wines and cheeses, cuisine, literature, philosophy, and holidays all in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Additionally, we organize events such as outings to restaurants, trendy bars, French films, live music, sports related activities, outdoor events and much more.

Membership dues are only $12 annually ($1 per month). New members are provided with a thirty (30) day trial membership to decide. There is no charge for attending regular RDV Français events, so come along and keep us company at our next event!

Our members are adults (ages 21+) representing French, American and an assortment of other nationalities, backgrounds and levels of fluency in French ranging from those possessing basic conversational skills to native speakers. Everyone is always friendly and welcoming.

One of the many reasons the RDV Français is unique compared with other groups is that we offer high quality structured and hosted events, continually seek improvement and possess a clear group focus. Members must be able to speak French at least on a basic conversational level. Our event venues are interesting and fun with a French twist. Members are relaxed, social and always friendly.

Members are never left to fend for themselves. Instead, you will always be greeted, feel welcomed, made comfortable, introduced to others, included in activities, be able to locate and identify other group members, and always experience organized hosted events facilitated by friendly, recognizable and responsible leadership.

Unlike many other groups, we update the attendance list after each event as accurately as we can, often accompanied by photos, so that our group's pages really reflect what is going on at le RDV Français and what new members can expect. Likewise, we regularly update our membership list to accurately relect only those individuals who are actually current, active members.

Your event RSVP is important! It helps us plan better events and it demonstrates to other members that you really want to meet them too. If you intend to join us for an event please RSVP "Yes." You never need to RSVP "No" if you will not be attending an event.

Please help our group get to know you by completing your profile when you join, providing an appropriate profile photo of yourself, demonstrate courtesy by providing a "Yes" RSVP for events you plan to attend, being punctual for events, and by participating when possible. 

À bientôt !

Alain et Penny Harvey
Les fondateurs et organisateurs du RDV Français

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  To view our website in French go to "change language"

at the bottom of this page   and select "français."    

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Le RDV Français Website Table of Contents

Le RDV Français Rules and Regulations

FAQS

Videos

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  RDV FRANÇAIS & OTHER GROUPS

"Qui aime l'arbre aime aussi les branches." -- Molière.

We are in favor of cooperation with other Francophone/Francophile groups whenever possible and are pleased to inform our members of their events when provided to us.

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  ARE YOU LEARNING FRENCH?

  "Monolingualism Can Be Cured"

RDV Français' own selection of websites for learning french:

PODCASTS

Français Facile
French iPod Class
French Vibes  
Rick Steve's France Audio Tours on iTunes
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BEST FRENCH WEBSITES

A wide variety of selected French links designed to help students and their teachers, French lessons, worksheets, and much more.

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  WordReference

Free Oxford dictionaries including conjugations, audio pronunciations and forums for your questions.

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  Google Earth - France

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  RDV MEMBERS WHO ARE TEACHERS OF THE FRENCH LANGUAGE

are welcome to advertise on our website for FREE.

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Spread the word! If you have a Francophone friend who loves France and the French language as much as you do, please forward our group's information or web address. Referrals are always appreciated. Merci !

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  Au plaisir de vous rencontrer bientôt !

  Vive La France ! Et Merci Les Etats-Unis !

  À l'Amitié, l'Amour et la Joie !

  Alain et Penny Harvey
Les fondateurs et organisateurs du RDV Français