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Through monthly cultural events, experiment the joy of learning, sharing and discover French culture in a real convivial atmosphere.
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See all- D-Day Wine Tasting: French and American wines, side by side30800 Telegraph Rd suite 2925, Bingham Farms, MI
In this workshop facilitated by Guillaume Holtzmann, a French native certified sommelier and wine importer, you will learn the basics of wine tasting and compare French wines to American wines.
Anyone 21+ with an interest in wine is welcome.
The class may be simultaneously in French and English
Whether you're fluent in French, still learning or do not speak French, this workshop is a fun and interactive way to learn about wine and express yourself!The class will include:
- Tasting of two French wines and two American Wines, side by side.
- Use of a professional tasting sheet
- Share impressions and discuss notes
- Introduction to basic viticulture and wine making
- Wine categorization and grading
- Flavor profile recognition
$30 for members of the Alliance française/$35 for non members
register here: Alliance Française de Détroit / French Institute of Michigan : Events
10 tickets available onlyAll June events (Detroit tour, painting workshops..) here:
Upcoming events | Alliance française de Détroit | French Institute of Michigan - Parlons français! Monthly French conversation group30800 Telegraph Rd suite 2925, Bingham Farms, MI
IN-PERSON Monthly French conversations on Wednesdays are back!
Join the group “French Practice” at the AFD/FIM! An excellent way to practice your French skills in a laid back manner and a great opportunity to meet people! Meet Wednesday at 10am for one hour and a half in a French environment with like-minded students and a native speaker facilitator. Attendees need to have if possible a B1 level at least (ask us if you are unsure of your level! afd@afdetroit.org)
Free for members, $5 for non-members (join here), level B1 and above recommended.
Only 10 seats open, click here to register on our website (and not simply on meetup please!)
Find all our events at the Alliance française here: Upcoming events | Alliance française de Détroit | French Institute of Michigan (afdetroit.org)
and register to get our newsletter (top or bottom of the website depending on your computer or phone) to get alerted of them! - Painting and speaking French: Ocean and sunset30800 Telegraph Rd suite 2925, Bingham Farms, MI
Painting and Speaking French- (for all level of French. recommended from A2 level - no need to be an artist to join!)
Workshop : Ocean and sunset
During this 2h workshop ($40 for non members, $30 for members) taught in French in a very relaxing atmosphere, Cara will guide us to paint an ocean and sunset themed picture.
Students need to bring watercolor brushes and paints, paper, and water containers, the material is not included.)
register on our website: Upcoming events | Alliance française de Détroit | French Institute of Michigan
Check out also the 2 other painting workshops we have in June!
- Historical and Architectural Tour of Detroit in FrenchDetroit RiverFront , Detroit , MI
Historical and Architectural Tour of Detroit in French
Saturday June 14th, at 2pm
Join us for a 3 hours guided tour of Detroit in French (with some English - $30/$25 for an Alliance française member - please reserve your spot as the number of guests is limited Event detail | Alliance française de Détroit | French Institute of Michigan)The walking tour will include the Front river, Hart Plaza, Woodward avenue, Campus Martius, Griswold street ( Dime & Guardian) , people mover, Washington boulevard (Book Tower) etc…
Visiting Detroit means discovering American History concentrated in few streets, we will still need to walk so, please wear comfortable shoes, you may also bring a small snack and a bottle of water.A little note about your guide, Delphine: Delphine is a French Photographer who fell in love with Detroit in 2013. She now lives in the area and is an official French guide of the city-
