About us
Bonjour! Et Bienvenue!
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Welcome to a cozy group that combines Francophiles and Francophones in small group experiences.
This group is for anyone who values:
- French arts, culture, cuisine
- Quality, small group, (mostly), and thoughtfully curated experiences
- New connections and friends
Do I have to know French?
No- you don’t have to be a speaker of French to join. Some meetups though may focus on French language exchange.
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Our meetups include: Coffee /Croissant hangouts; Language/practice; Museum/gallery visits; Art/paint experiences; Brunch/lunch/dinner; French music/entertainment experiences
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NO DROP -INS POLICY
Is strictly enforced.
This group provides quality, meaningful experiences in community, where thoughtful details and effort goes into organizing each event. Therefore, RSVPd members only attendance. aNO DROP-INs.
NO-SHOWS POLICY: and Last-minute cancellations put our ability to book terrific venues at risk! Your event organizers and fellow members will appreciate your courtesy, especially when there's a wait list and they hope to join!
RSVP FEES:
Yes, it actually costs the Organizers money to keep this group open. Meetup is technically NOT free for the group Organizers.
Based on the intensity of the event, and planning involved, there is a RSVP fee ranging from $3- $10 per event.
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NOTIFICATIONS:
For the ability to communicate with you your EMAIL UPDATES and NOTIFICATIONS must be turned on in SETTINGS both on your computer and phone app. Without notifications you will miss out on newly posted events, but more importantly you will miss out on schedule changes. Important updates can include, time and meetup location changes, a rescheduled event date, and in some remote cases an event cancellation.
Please note: the Message Board is available on the Web Application, but not on the Mobile App.
To edit settings on the MOBILE APP, go to your profile icon (bottom right corner), then go to the 3 dots icon (upper right corner). Select "Push notifications", then select "Change email updates." Make certain all options are GREEN.
If you have and further questions please send me a direct message.
We look forward to meeting you soon.
À bientôt!
Mariette
Upcoming events
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🎭 🍴CROISSANT & CASSATT French lunch and matinée theatre
Sweet Lilly, 3315 Cahuenga Blvd West, Los Angeles, CA, US$4.00 RSVP FEE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT
NO DROP- INS PLEASE!
This is a 2- part event! Please read ALL DETAILS. ⚠️YOU MUST PRE-RESERVE YOUR THEATRE TICKETS! ⚠️Part 1: Lunch at Sweet Lilly- authentic French fare.
Part 2: Theatre show (next door).
If you can't make lunch, just message me, so I can be on the lookout for you :)=PLAN
Part 1: SWEET LILY BAKERY/CAFE at 1:30-2:45pm for lunch- Sweet Lilly is owned by a lovely French couple, they have kept this place open and thriving even through COVID, and offer authentic French fare in a casual ambience.
- Order up at counter and join us at the table
- If we are lucky we can chat a bit 'en Francais' with owner or the server
Part 2: THEATRE WEST 'CASSATT" SHOW; 3:00-5:00 pm
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You MUST pre-reserve your ticket here while tickets last--- -->>> Theatre Tickets for May 31 <<< IF they sell out, check in with me, I might have one extra you can pay me directly, but I can't guarantee it will be available, so best to reserve yours ahead of time!
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Theatre West Presents CASSATT by Arden Theresa Lewis
A multi-media play exploring the life and art of this genius of La Belle Époque.
On the grounds of her French country estate Mary Cassatt burns her early paintings. What led this celebrated American Impressionist to destroy such an important part of her legacy? In an age when men dominated the art world, Mary Cassatt made her mark in the salons of Paris, alongside great masters like Degas and Renoir. Her paintings celebrated the dignity and deeper meaning of women's inner lives.
Developed in our writer’s workshop, Cassatt is a multi-media play exploring the life and art of this innovative genius of La Belle Époque. Written and directed by Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Arden Teresa Lewis.LOCATION & PARKING !
Many times, people can confuse Cahuenga WEST Boulevard with the other Cahuenga (close to Lankershim).
Make sure you put in your GPS this address: 3315 Cahuenga Blvd W, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Parking: Sundays- free along metered spots on Cahuenga-- or
ADVISE TO ARRIVE A LITTLE EARLIER THAN 1:30,
to navigate parking, etc....10 attendees 
🍷🍸"Cocktails in Historical Places" Garçons de Café
Garcons de Cafe @ Spring Arcade, 541 South Spring Str #114, Los Angeles, CA, US*CROSS-POSTED TO BEYOND BONJOUR Meetup Group*
Part of the Art Deco Society's Cocktails in Historic Places®
This time, in a French bistro/ bar!
PS: It is not required we have dinner, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, bites are more than enough at the bar area, we will be mingling, and if desired, chatting some in French (maybe with the owners as well)!
Please read on......ATTIRE: Art Deco Society always encourages to dress up in period type, but it is not a requirement. But it sure makes it more fun when we dress in period or vintage! What do they mean by period/vintage? Well--- the way I look at it, if you can put on "ONE" little statement or elegant piece of clothing or accessory-- already you are half way there.
What do I mean by elegant something? One of these items- Cute vintage-style Hat
- Some kind of head adornment, like bedazzled head band, head carf, something that has some flowers on it?
- A long string of pearls
- Elegant or artsy scarf around your neck
- OR An entire Retro outfit!
You can also look up vintage 1920s- 1940s ideas online to get some ideas. Right now, even Marshall's and Ross are selling fascinators and retro style hats!
🎩 👗💄 🎩 👗 💄🎩 👗💄"Join us for our next Cocktails in Historic Places® when the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles gathers at the Spring Arcade Building—a 1924 architectural jewel once designed as a grand pedestrian passage for the city’s financial elite.
Originally conceived as a place to move, meet, and be seen, the arcade comes alive once more as we gather beneath its vaulted corridors—this time with cocktails in hand. In partnership with Garçons de Café, we channel the spirit of a European café set within the rhythm of Downtown Los Angeles. Many participants dress in cocktail or vintage attire a these no-host get togethers, but it is not required."As always, Cocktails in Historic Places® invites you to step inside the past—not as a spectator, but as part of the living scene.
We don’t just visit history—we drink in it.
We look forward to conversations about historic Los Angeles, vintage clothing and cars, home restorations and all things Jazz Age!
About the Food & Beverage:
Garçons de Café is well-known for its extensive wine list representing curated selections from around the world. In an adjoining space next door is l’Appart, a French Bistro serving duck, escargot, Beef Bourguignon, pizzas and more under the direction of Chef Thierry Babet. The restaurant does take reservations and food is also served in the bar..
What You Should Know:
This gathering is free to attend, but you are on the hook for food and beverage you wish to consume.
Vintage or vintage-inspired attire preferred, but not required. Festive attire is encouraged—this is an evening for elegance, atmosphere, and connection.
About Cocktails in Historic Places®
Traditionally, the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles members gather once a month in an historic building with a bar, to socialize and revel in the beauty of historic architecture. It is our duty to patronize businesses in historic buildings! We welcome interested persons to join us. This no-host cocktail gathering is open to members and non-members alike, and no reservations are required to attend, but we do encourage dinner reservations if the establishment will make them.READ MORE ABOUT ART DECO SOCIETY OF LA
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