About us
Hi, and welcome. I'm François Normandeau, founder of The French Club.
If you understand more French than you can comfortably speak, you're in the right place. That gap between understanding and speaking is the one thing we're built to close. You've joined a community of 36,000+ members across 24 Meetup groups worldwide, adults who want the same thing you do: real, practical French they can actually use out loud, learned alongside others instead of alone.
Your free gift is ready: the full A1 French course, 50 modules, the equivalent of 1,200+ pages of lessons, exercises, and homework, with audio and video to build your pronunciation and speaking reflexes. No catch, no obligation, no credit card.
Start here, today:
Create your account and open the free A1 course → https://www.frenchclub.net/
Step-by-step setup guide → https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fSyoLZDxM2QdHXO0TnDh1UVFP_QjWTXA1Hj-qwcIIMM/
Most members begin with the free A1 course and our free live events, then go further when they're ready:
* Semi-private courses, A1 to B2. Ten-week sessions capped at five students, so you actually speak and get corrected every class, on a clear path where you always know what to work on next.
* The Momentum Lab. A 10-week speaking-performance program with recorded checkpoints, so you can see your fluency and confidence improve, proof, not promises.
* Our book club, Liseurs et Raconteurs. The Francophone world one book at a time, starting with seven Québécois authors, and growing in 2027 into a paid Québec-literature course with Librairie Pantoute.
* Immersion experiences. Small-group trips lived entirely in French, from Quebec City to Nice, Paris, and beyond.
Whatever brought you to French, you're welcome.
See you at an event soon. ツ
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French Club
Meetup hub → https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/
Upcoming events
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🇨🇵 A2 French - Pratiquez vos devoirs (Weekly Homework Session) - Fall 2026
·OnlineOnline🇨🇵 A2 French - Pratiquez vos devoirs (Weekly Homework Session) - Fall 2026
A relaxed, focused study hour for past or current A2 students enrolled in the 10-week program who want a quiet space to complete homework and maintain momentum between classes. You’ll meet online once a week to work through the exact homework from your current modules. You get structure and gentle accountability without turning it into a full lesson.
Important Availability Note: This A2 French homework session will be free and open for everyone to attend but the content and materials will only be accessible to Premium plan holders on The French Club language platform (https://www.frenchclub.net).
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How It Works
Each week, you will work through modules covered earlier in the course. Nicole, the host, will decide which modules are included in that week’s session.
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What You’ll Get
Nicole is one of our advanced student collaborators and not a French teacher. She may not provide in-depth explanations but she will follow the answer key for the exercises or the weekly exam discussed during the session.
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What To Bring
Your A2 course document for the current week, your homework list, a notebook or doc for answers. Camera on is encouraged; microphone on only during participation.
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Scope and Boundaries
We stay strictly within the A2 curriculum you are currently studying. This is not a replacement for class or a one-to-one tutoring session.
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Logistics
Free to attend. Weekly on Google Meet. New York time (ET).
RSVP required to keep the group effective and focused.
Please arrive on time so the first work block can begin smoothly.***
Respectful Space
We keep the atmosphere friendly, focused, and supportive. During silent work blocks, please mute your mic.
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Outcome
You leave with most of your A2 homework completed and a clear plan for anything that remains before your next class.
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Ready to join?
Reserve your spot in the next session and bring the module you’re working on this week.
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Details:
Day: Every Thursday, for 10 weeks
Dates: September 17 to November 19, 2026
Time: 7:00–8:00 pm (NY time)
Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/tgb-ixig-skw
Passcode: None
Cost: Free to attend. Content and materials available exclusively to Premium plan holders on https://www.frenchclub.net.***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 35,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.
If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
1 attendee🇨🇵 B1 French - Pratiquez vos devoirs (Weekly Homework Session) - Fall 2026
·OnlineOnline🇨🇵 B1 French - Pratiquez vos devoirs (Weekly Homework Session) - Fall 2026
A relaxed, focused study hour for past or current B1 students enrolled in the 10-week program who want a quiet space to complete homework and maintain momentum between classes. You’ll meet online once a week to work through the exact homework from your current modules. You get structure and gentle accountability without turning it into a full lesson.
Important Availability Note: This B1 French homework session will be free and open for everyone to attend but the content and materials will only be accessible to Premium plan holders on The French Club language platform (https://www.frenchclub.net).
***
How It Works
Each week, you will work through modules covered earlier in the course. Nicole, the host, will decide which modules are included in that week’s session.
***
What You’ll Get
Nicole is one of our advanced student collaborators and not a French teacher. She may not provide in-depth explanations but she will follow the answer key for the exercises or the weekly exam discussed during the session.
***
What To Bring
Your B1 course document for the current week, your homework list, a notebook or doc for answers. Camera on is encouraged; microphone on only during participation.
***
Scope and Boundaries
We stay strictly within the B1 curriculum you are currently studying. This is not a replacement for class or a one-to-one tutoring session.
***
Logistics
Free to attend. Weekly on Google Meet. New York time (ET).
RSVP required to keep the group effective and focused.
Please arrive on time so the first work block can begin smoothly.***
Respectful Space
We keep the atmosphere friendly, focused, and supportive. During silent work blocks, please mute your mic.
***
Outcome
You leave with most of your B1 homework completed and a clear plan for anything that remains before your next class.
***
Ready to join?
Reserve your spot in the next session and bring the module you’re working on this week.
***
Details:
Day: Every Friday, for 10 weeks
Dates: September 18 to November 20, 2026
Time: 7:00–8:00 pm (NY time)
Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/tjs-swoi-joi
Passcode: None
Cost: Free to attend. Content and materials available exclusively to Premium plan holders on https://www.frenchclub.net.***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 35,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.
If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
1 attendee
⭐ Starter Plan Sampler Series — Fall 2026 ⭐
·OnlineOnline⭐ Starter Plan Sampler Series — Fall 2026 ⭐
Hosted by The French Club
www.frenchclub.netNOTE: In order to obtain the full Zoom call details, please read the FULL description of the Meetup event.
You need to be logged into your own free Zoom account in order to join.***
This Fall, we are continuing our special 10-week sampler series featuring the workshops and activities normally included in the Starter Plan on our platform.
Every Saturday afternoon, participants will discover a different type of French learning experience designed to help improve speaking, listening, pronunciation, comprehension, vocabulary, confidence, and overall fluency in a structured but relaxed environment.
All events in this special series are completely free and open to everyone.
The workshops are designed for students between high A1 and high B1 levels.
If explanations are needed during the sessions, they will be given in English.
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Schedule
Saturdays from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EST (New York time)
From Saturday, September 12, 2026 to Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Fall 2026 Calendar of Events
Saturday, September 12, 2026: Entre Nous Chat Club
Saturday, September 19, 2026: Shadowing Workshop
Saturday, September 26, 2026: Dictation Workshop
Saturday, October 10, 2026: Oral/Written Comprehension Workshop
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Atelier de Prononciation (normally a paid add-on)
Saturday, October 24, 2026: Fun French Talks
Saturday, October 31, 2026: French Masterclass
Saturday, November 14, 2026: Entre Nous Chat ClubThis series is designed to expose participants to different ways of practicing French while helping them stay motivated and engaged throughout the fall months.
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What to Expect
– Live guided sessions on Zoom
– Interactive and welcoming atmosphere
– Listening and pronunciation practice
– Reading and comprehension activities
– Speaking opportunities in French
– Exposure to authentic French
– Structured exercises and guided participation
– An international community of French learners***
Zoom Information
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5456313643
Passcode: galaxy
Number of participants: unlimitedYou need to be logged into your own free Zoom account in order to join.
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Whether you are actively studying French or returning to the language after a break, this summer series is an excellent opportunity to practice consistently, meet other learners, and discover the different workshops offered by The French Club.
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About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 36,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.
If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice and Naples in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!
See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
1 attendee
Liseurs et Raconteurs — Cinquième rencontre — Livre #5
·OnlineOnlineLiseurs et Raconteurs — Groupe de lecture du French Club
https://www.frenchclub.net/book-clubCinquième rencontre
Samedi 10 octobre · 20 h 30 – 21 h 30 (heure de New York)
Livre : Kukum, de Michel JeanISBN : 9782764813447
https://www.amazon.com/Kukum-French-Michel-Jean-ebook/dp/B0876G6WTR/NOTE: In order to obtain the full Zoom call details, please read the FULL description of the Meetup event.
You need to be logged into your own free Zoom account in order to join.***
Et si lire en français n'était pas seulement une façon de comprendre un livre, mais aussi une façon de découvrir une partie essentielle de l'histoire du Québec à travers un récit profondément humain?
Cette cinquième rencontre poursuit le parcours de lecture composé de sept livres, conçu pour les apprenants qui souhaitent aller au-delà de la grammaire et du vocabulaire, et entrer dans la culture, les nuances et la conversation réelle.
Nous poursuivons avec Kukum, le roman le plus lu de Michel Jean. Inspiré de l'histoire de son arrière-grand-mère innue, ce récit nous fait découvrir le mode de vie des Premières Nations, leurs traditions, leur relation avec le territoire et les bouleversements causés par la colonisation. À travers une écriture à la fois simple, élégante et profondément émouvante, le livre ouvre une fenêtre essentielle sur une réalité qui fait partie intégrante de l'histoire et de l'identité du Québec.
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Ce que nous ferons pendant cette rencontre d'une heure
Nous discuterons des thèmes du livre, notamment l'identité, la transmission, l'appartenance et le lien avec la nature. Nous réfléchirons également à la manière dont Michel Jean raconte cette histoire avec sensibilité tout en donnant une voix à une partie importante du patrimoine québécois souvent méconnue. Comme toujours, nous pratiquerons l'expression d'idées en français dans un cadre structuré et sans pression. Attendez-vous à réfléchir, à réagir et à prendre la parole. Le français imparfait est le bienvenu. L'objectif n'est pas la perfection, mais la capacité de communiquer avec confiance.
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À qui s'adresse cette rencontre?
Cette séance convient particulièrement aux apprenants de niveau A2–B1 qui souhaitent découvrir une œuvre marquante de la littérature québécoise contemporaine tout en approfondissant leur compréhension de l'histoire des peuples autochtones. Même si le récit aborde des thèmes parfois émouvants, le style demeure accessible et favorise des échanges riches et ouverts. Vous n'avez pas besoin d'avoir terminé le livre. Venez avec ce que vous avez lu.
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Participation flexible
Vous pouvez rejoindre cette rencontre seule, participer à plusieurs au fil de l'année, ou suivre l'ensemble du cycle. Les sept livres s'échelonnent de juin à novembre 2026, à raison d'une rencontre par mois.
Pour les personnes intéressées par l'immersion à Québec en mars 2027 : la participation à ce programme de cinq jours requiert la lecture d'au moins cinq des sept livres du cycle. Cette cinquième rencontre constitue une étape importante du parcours en explorant l'une des œuvres contemporaines les plus marquantes de la littérature québécoise et une dimension essentielle de son histoire.
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Le cycle Liseurs et Raconteurs
Liseurs et Raconteurs est un parcours de lecture annuel construit autour de sept livres : fiction, mémoire, roman graphique, récit du quotidien. Chacun offre une fenêtre sur la vie, l’histoire et l’identité québécoises. Chaque rencontre est autonome, mais ensemble elles forment un véritable chemin dans la culture.
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Détails Zoom
Le lien Zoom est : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5456313643
Le mot de passe est : galaxyYou need to be logged into your own free Zoom account in order to join.
À bientôt.
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La liste complète des livres et des dates
1. L’Histoire du Québec en 30 secondes
Samedi 20 juin de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Ce livre est court, accessible et permet de poser une base culturelle commune pour tous les participants. On y découvre des moments clés de l’histoire du Québec ainsi que des figures importantes. Il offre des repères essentiels que l’on retrouve dans les autres ouvrages du cycle.
L'Histoire du Québec en 30 secondes, de Jean-Pierre Charland et Sabrina Moisan
ISBN : 97828978171832. Conversations avec un enfant curieux
Samedi 18 juillet de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Nous poursuivons avec un ouvrage léger, construit autour de dialogues. La langue est très accessible, la voix québécoise est bien présente, et le livre permet de renforcer la confiance dès le début, tout en introduisant des nuances culturelles sans surcharge.
Conversations avec un enfant curieux, de Michel Tremblay
ISBN : 97823300738313. Chroniques de jeunesse
Samedi 15 août de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Ce troisième titre introduit une dimension visuelle. Le format graphique réduit la charge cognitive et facilite la compréhension grâce aux images. Le récit, de nature autobiographique, est facile à suivre et permet de maintenir une bonne dynamique de lecture.
Chroniques de jeunesse, de Guy Delisle
ISBN: 97829240499144. Ordures, journal d’un vidangeur
Samedi 12 septembre de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
On entre ici dans une réalité sociale contemporaine du Québec. Ce texte propose une perspective concrète et ancrée dans le quotidien. Il introduit une langue plus informelle et enrichit le vocabulaire lié à la vie de tous les jours et au monde du travail.
Ordures, journal d’un vidangeur, de Simon Paré-Poupart
ISBN : 97828983315105. Kukum
Samedi 10 octobre de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Avec Kukum, on franchit une étape importante sur le plan émotionnel et culturel. Le récit gagne en complexité narrative et ouvre une fenêtre essentielle sur l’histoire autochtone, incontournable pour mieux comprendre le Québec. Le style y est également plus riche et descriptif.
Kukum (2019), de Michel Jean
ISBN : 97827648134476. Volkswagen Blues
Samedi 7 novembre de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Ce sixième ouvrage relève de la fiction littéraire et propose plusieurs niveaux de lecture. L’écriture, à la fois subtile et réfléchie, explore des thèmes universels tels que l’identité, le voyage et la mémoire. Ce texte demande une interprétation plus approfondie.
Volkswagen Blues, de Jacques Poulin
ISBN : 97827609360657. Là où je me terre
Samedi 28 novembre de 20 h 30 à 21 h 30 (heure de Montréal)
Le cycle se termine avec un récit intime et socioculturel d’une grande force. Le texte est à la fois émotionnellement intense et riche sur les plans linguistique et conceptuel. Il aborde des thèmes essentiels comme l’identité, l’immigration et le sentiment d’appartenance, et se prête particulièrement bien à des discussions approfondies dans le cadre de l’immersion.
Là où je me terre, de Caroline Dawson
ISBN : 9782890917194Note:
Lauréat du Prix littéraire des collégiens, finaliste, entre autres, au Prix des libraires du Québec et au Combat national des livres de Radio-Canada, ce premier roman, qui a permis à des milliers d’immigrants de se reconnaître et de se savoir enfin lus et compris, a trôné au sommet des palmarès de vente des libraires pendant près de trois ans. Il a également fait l’objet d’une adaptation sur scène en 2023, au théâtre La Bordée.
Caroline Dawson, née le 12 décembre 1979 à Viña del Mar (Chili) et morte le 19 mai 2024, est une autrice québécoise, sociologue et professeure au niveau collégial.
https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caroline_Dawson
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L'immersion à Québec — mars 2027
Pour ceux et celles qui souhaitent aller plus loin, le cycle de lecture est aussi le point de départ d'une immersion de cinq jours à Québec, du 16 au 20 mars 2027.
Chaque matinée commencera autour d'un déjeuner dans un café de la ville, suivi d'un atelier de deux heures consacré à l'un des livres du cycle.
Les après-midis seront dédiés à la découverte de la ville : le Vieux-Québec, le Monastère des Augustines, la Citadelle, le Musée de la civilisation, l'Assemblée nationale et le Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec.
Les soirées resteront libres, avec des activités optionnelles pour ceux qui le souhaitent.
Ce n'est pas un voyage touristique. C'est une semaine où le français se vit pleinement, dans les rues, les cafés et les institutions culturelles d'une des plus belles villes d'Amérique du Nord.
La participation à l'immersion requiert la lecture d'au moins cinq des sept livres du cycle. Les places sont limitées.
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About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 35,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.
If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
3 attendees
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