What we’re about
Bonjour! Et Bienvenue!
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Welcome to a unique group that combines Francophiles and francophones in small group experiences.
This group is for anyone who values:
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French arts, culture, cuisine
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Quality, small group, (mostly), and thoughtfully curated experiences
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New connections and friends
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No- you don’t have to be a speaker of French to join - though we sometimes have combined experiences where French conversation is optional and separate language- focused meetups as wel. 🇫🇷✨🇫🇷✨🇫🇷✨🇫🇷
Our meetups include:
Coffee chats
Museum/gallery visits
Art/paint experiences
Brunch/lunch/dinner etc, centered around a Parisian/French theme.
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We look forward to meeting you soon.
À bientôt!
Mariette
Upcoming events (3)
See all- MEET ME IN PARIS! ☕️🇫🇷 ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY! @ FIGARO BISTROFigaro Cafe, Los Angeles, CA$4.00
***🇫🇷CELEBRATE OUR ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH US! ***
✔️ THIS IS A RESERVED TABLE EXPERIENCE
✔️ Your $4 (non refundable) deposit holds your spot for an intimate, curated experience, which also helps the organizer towards meetup organizer fees.NOTE: You may use PayPal below or Venmo me @Mariette-Artine
SO that there are NO surprises, PLEASE BE PREPARED TO :
- ✔️BRING ENOUGH CASH (NO SEPARATE CHECKS)
- ✔️VENMO PERSON NEXT TO YOU IF NEEDED
- ✔️AGREE AT THE END OF SERVICE, WE WILL EACH MULTIPLY OUR PRE-TAX FOOD/DRINK X1.3, which covers your food + tax+ tip, in order to provide a decent tip for our wonderful servers.
- ✔️AGAIN, YOU MUST BRING CASH to cover your portion (we have done other methods in the past, and this is the easiest way).
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For all Francophiles & Francophones, and lovers of authentically French ambience and food, this is a meetup favorite where you will have a chance to get your Français going with fellow Francophiles over an enriching experience. We are marking our ONE YEAR since the birth of this group!
PLAN:
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Meet at our reserved table at the posted time
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We will have an ice-breaker activity to loosen the tongue!
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Enjoy an authentic French menu (and then some)
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Practice le Français as much or as little as you'd like
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Make new friends or reconnect with old
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We will be using all our senses for a fun gathering (food/drink/stories)
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Make sure to update your RSVP to leave a space for waitlisters
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Less than 12 hours cancellation will forfeit their deposit.
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Did I mention, bring enough cash, which is how we will pay.
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Check out : LE BRUNCH MENU 🥐
PARKING: Metered street parking along Vermont and residential, or paid lots behind restaurant adjacent streets.
Please make sure to update your RSVP!
Less than 12 hours cancellation will forfeit their deposit.
Merci, et à bientôt!
Mariette - Chloe Perrier French Jazz at Historic CICADA CLUB!Cicada, Los Angeles, CA
We are going back in time to Enjoy a night of Musique Fantastique! With the Amazing Chole Perrier and her band!
PLAN:
- Meet us in the lobby by 7:30
- Cover charge $25 (pay at the door)
- Music starts at 8:00
- DANCE as little or as much as you’d like - or just sit back and soak it all in
- Enjoy company of awesome people
DRESS:
Dress for a night of FUN at a vintage downtown club!
VINTAGE wear is Always welcome— but not required 👒 👗🎩🪄CICADA is located at the historic 1928 ART DECO OVIATT BUILDING which is Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You will marvel at the massive interior multi-level ballroom with its lavish bars, ambience and original Art Deco touches. A true trip back in time !
PARKING :
Valet for $15 or Self Park across from the venue ($10) Arrive early to guarantee spot!More about Chloe Perrier and her band
Chloe and her BandMore about CICADA CLUB
Cicada Club - SANTA BARBARA LAVENDER FESTIVAL 🪻🪻🪻Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
***PLEASE READ CAREFULLY***
🚂 FOR THOSE TAKING TRAIN:
Pacific Surfliner departs from MULTIPLE points from L.A. Area:- MUST book on your own Round-trip. (The earlier the better pricing).
- Booking link: Train Schedules & Booking
- PLAN ON ARRIVAL @11:50 (train #765, see train info details below)
- PLAN ON DEPARTING SB @4:40 pm (train #790)
- Once you book and reserve your train, SEND ME A MEETUP MESSAGE saying "I booked my train, here is my PHONE#", I will then include you in a text group chat, so we coordinate where to meet on the train---- likely at the cafe cart.
🚂 TRAIN DETAILS !
TRAIN IS A GROUP ADVENTURE - and it will be MY first time taking Surfliner, and I hear it is pretty fun. There is a café on board, and wonderful views!
DEPARTURE FROM MULTIPLE POINTS FROM SOUTHERN CA;
TRAIN# 765 : Select your departure point/city/station; Select your arrival to SB AMTRAK station @11:50am. (DO NOT Select UCSB! SELECT SB AMTRAK station).
RETURN TRAIN# 790
(Departing SB Station @ 4:40 pm)
Here is the link to check schedules & book:
Train Schedules & Booking🚗 FOR THOSE DRIVING IN:
Once you confirm, send me a message, with your name and phone#,
and I will add you to our group text, so we can meet up at the festival.💵 YOUR COSTS/SPENDING for the day:
- Your train ticket (book on your own) ; RT/coach is approx. _____, depending your departure point and how late you book.
- UBER from SB Station to festival grounds @ SB City college; between 3-4 persons, should be just a couple $$ per person, depending how many ubers needed, and final count in our group. (Venmo each other or cash)
- Many vendors/ food/drinks we will enjoy throughout the afternoon, spend on your own.
- UBER BACK TO SB AMTRAK station; again, couple bucks each to share a ride, depending how many riders.
- FESTIVAL IS FREE ADMISSION
- CAR PARKING FREE
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SB Lavender FESTIVAL; A festival entirely dedicated to the luscious lavender plant! (Formerly held in Ojai).Going back to the Middle Ages, where it was used in monasteries and by herbalists for its healing properties, lavender is a quintessential flowering plant known for its multi-healing benefits and its distinct perfume.
This plant originated in the Mediterranean regions, and to this day continues to be cultivated in Provence.There are at least 12 various types of lavender, with 3 being distinctly FRENCH (La Lavande Français)!
One day only; June 28th from 12-7 pm
Festival Website
PLAN:- Meet up by train or car (see all details above)
- Plan is to meet at hit the festival when it opens at 12pm
Stay for a few hours, food/drink/enjoy, come back - Those who are driving manage their own itineraries, but can join our group chat, to meet us at the festival location.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
- Wear COMFORTABLE WALKING SHOES- this can't be stressed enough for any kind of trip where you will be walking/moving around.
- Bring cash, to best manage your spending
- We will eat on the grounds of festival, and likely not venture out.
- If you decide you want to stay longer, or overnight, that is up to you, and only up to you.
- While it is nice to enjoy the festival as a group, please feel free to venture out on your own, but remember, we will meet back at agreed time, so we don't miss our train!
- You are responsible for your own time-management, please do not drag the group behind. If you feel you want to do your own thing, and circle back, just keep the organizer informed.
- You are responsible for your own general safety, well-being, and positive attitude :)
- You will be added to a GROUP TEXT CHAT 24 hours prior to the trip- ONLY AFTER you do your final confirmation to join us (by train or personal car/carpool), and ONLY when you send me a message saying "add me to the group text" with your phone number)
