What weâre about
đ«đ·đšđŠđ„đ·Welcome et bienvenue! Whether youâre learning French, already proficient and want to practice, or a native speaker who doesn't get the chance to speak your mother tongue very often here in the Hudson Valley, this is the group for you.
Beginner through advanced are welcome. Bring whatever level of French you have. See you there!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- French Conversation Meetup (New Paltz)Sideshow Kitchen & Bar, New Paltz, NY
Bonjour Ă tous !
Please join us Wednesday, May 28 at Sideshow in New Paltz!
Note: This is our first time at this location. We called ahead and asked to have space reserved outside, weather permitting, to enjoy the season and also hopefully be able to hear each other better! Please RSVP and adjust if you can't make it so we can provide an accurate # to the restaurant.
For anyone new to the group: These meetups consist of informal conversation, mostly in French, occasionally English when we get stuck. All levels are welcome. Just bring whatever French you have!
Nous espérons vous y voir !
The venue: Includes a range of pub food, beers, wine, and cocktails. Visit the website here for a look at the menu.
Parking: Paid parking ends at 6 p.m. There are two lots on Plattekill Ave near the restaurant; one just behind it and another down a bit by village hall/department of public works. For street parking, Plattekill Ave, Main St, Route 32N (North Chestnut Street) or Church Street are good places to look. If you've been to the McGillicuddy's meetups before, you can park in the same place because this place is just behind it!
RSVP: Even if you're a regular, please RSVP here and adjust your RSVP if you can't attend. This way we know how many to expect and can arrange accordingly with the venue. Also this lets you rate the event afterward. We currently have just 4.7 starts and really want to get to 4.8! âââââ
Etiquette note: During our French discussions, please donât correct others unless someone specifically asks for help. This allows people of all levels to feel more comfortable speaking. Merci d'avance !
Dons: If you find these meetings useful, consider making a donation of a few dollars, either in cash at the meeting or by Venmo: @William-Dendis
Instagram: Check out our Instagram account. We'll post the same announcements as Meetup, plus other French language and culture content.
French videos of the month:
- Why the French Correction You (from Innerfrench)
- Cats vs. Dogs: Which is Smarter? (from Epicurieux)(Make sure to change the language to French from the dubbed English)
- Learn French with TV Shows: Friends - How Joey Keeps a Secret (from FluentU French)
- Ronan OâGaraâs expletive-laden, Irish-French rugby union team talk goes viral - Short video in which an Irish rugby coach in France yells at his team in heavily accented but basically correct French. Just a reminder you don't need to worry about your accent to communicate!
- LES ANGLOPHONES FONT (TOUJOURS) CES 10 ERREURS EN FRANĂAIS - from Learn Frrench with Elisabeth
- C'est lorsque l'on se perd que le voyage commence vraiment... (From TED talks)
