The French Club (Toronto)

French Between the Lines: Your Window into the French-Speaking World
Do you enjoy exploring meaningful topics and current events while improving your French in a practical way?

Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop where French comes to life through real online articles, as we take turns reading them in French and translating them into English, and vice versa.

This workshop is for A2-B2 learners although the content used will be B1–B2 level.

Each session offers a unique opportunity to experience French beyond textbooks, by engaging with a wide range of topics including art, culture, society, lifestyle, international news, and more. Whatever your interests are, there is something for everyone.

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What to Expect
This free weekly workshop is designed primarily for A2 and B1 learners who want to strengthen their reading comprehension, speaking ability, and ability to translate their thoughts from English to French, in a structured and supportive environment. Beginners will also benefit by hearing French read aloud and broken down into clear English.

As participants gain confidence, English articles may also be read and translated into French. These sessions aim to build confidence in reading, pronunciation, and vocabulary by understanding words and expressions in context.

Beginners are welcome to attend, listen, and benefit from exposure to spoken French and guided explanations.

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How the Workshops Work

• Participants take turns reading short engaging French articles aloud.
• Sentences are translated and discussed as a group including clarification of meaning and vocabulary review.
• Participants may summarize ideas in their own words (in French or English) or react to the content to spark discussion and deepen understanding.
• A short “focus point” is introduced each session (grammar, expressions, sentence structure, or cultural nuance) emphasizing how everyday concepts and ideas are expressed differently in French.
• The emphasis is not on word-for-word translation, but on expressing meaning naturally and clearly.
• The sessions will conclude with a brief time for conversation about the article, prompted by discussion questions.

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B1 French — Weekly Homework Session (Online) — hosted by Nicole

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).

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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 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 B1 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 Friday, for 10 weeks
Dates: June 26 to August 28, 2026
Time: 7:00–8:00 pm (NY time)
Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/ipa-mmax-aow
Passcode: None
Cost: Free to attend. Content and materials available exclusively to Premium plan holders on https://www.frenchclub.net.

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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 23 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 9,300+ 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 sessions with partner companies.

You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.

⭐ 90-min Speaking Practice for TCF Aspirants with Natalie⭐

Join us if you would like to practice the Speaking part (Expression Orale) of the TCF Canada with other aspirants.

B1 or B2 level in French IS NECESSARY & REQUIRED in order to participate.

To find the meeting link and passcode, please read the FULL description of this Meetup event.

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What to Expect

We will be practising the speaking tasks included in the TCF exam. This is meant for French students who are TCF exam aspirants to get together and practice the exam-oriented speaking tasks with each other. There will be no teacher present to give professional feedback. We will try all the tasks or mix and match every week.

Task 1: This will cover answering personal questions about your daily life, studies, work, and interests. You should try to speak clearly and give complete answers. This activity would help you build confidence and improve basic communication skills.

Task 2: We will engage in role-plays which will simulate real-life situations such as booking a hotel, asking for information, or making a complaint. This would prepare you for interactive tasks in the exam.

Task 3: We will practice Opinion and Argument Task where a topic will be presented to you (e.g., social media, education, environment) and you must express your opinion. You should explain your ideas and support them with reasons. This activity would help you develop structured and coherent speech.

In addition, there will be other activities like reading articles and producing a summary of them, as well as picture description.

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Language & Level

You need to have a B1 or B2 level in French in order to participate comfortably.

• Main level: B1–B2
• The session is conducted in French.

Event Details

Schedule: Every Saturday
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (New York time)
Group Size: 10 maximum

Meeting Link: https://meet.jit.si/TCFExpressionOralPratique
Passcode: success

These meetings with Natalie are free.

Important Notes

• Please arrive on time to ensure a smooth start
• Active participation is encouraged
• A respectful and supportive atmosphere is essential

We look forward to seeing you there!

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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 22 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 9,000+ 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 sessions with partner companies.

You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.

⭐ A1 French Course – Beginner Level (10 Weeks) ⭐

Course Title: French for Beginners – A1 Level
* Duration: 10 weeks
* Weekly Class Time: 1 hour 45 minutes per week
* Course format: Live on Zoom
* Self-Study Suggestion: Minimum 10 hours/week
* Total Estimated Learning Hours: ~120 hours
* Group Size: unlimited number of students

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.

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Course Description

This A1-level French course is designed for absolute beginners who have no prior knowledge of the language.

Over the course of 10 weeks, learners will build a strong foundation in French through speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

By the end of the program, students will be able to introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions, hold basic conversations, understand everyday expressions, and use fundamental grammar structures.

This course follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and prepares students to reach the A1 level, enabling them to interact in basic French in real-life situations.

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Schedule:

Starts on Sunday, June 21, 2026 (week #1)
Ends on Sunday, August 23, 2026 (week #10)

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Cost & Payment Options:

This 10-week A1 French course is free and the explanations are provided in English. The course will have limited interactions (no speaking exercises), no correction of homework.

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A1 Course Zoom call for the class

Access & Attendance:
* Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5456313643
* Password: galaxy
You need to be logged into your own free Zoom account in order to join.

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Course Outline – 10 Weeks of Learning

Week 1: Foundations of French

• Vocabulary: Basic greetings, introducing yourself, numbers 0-100, days of the week
• Grammar: Subject pronouns (je, tu, il/elle, nous, vous, ils/elles), definite/indefinite articles (le, la, un, une, des)
• Speaking & Listening: Introducing yourself, greeting others formally/informally
• Reading & Writing: Writing a short self-introduction
• Homework: Practice dialogues, listening exercises

Week 2: Talking About Yourself & Others

• Vocabulary: Family members, nationalities, professions
• Grammar: Present tense of être and avoir (to be and to have), adjective agreement (petit/petite, français/française)
• Speaking & Listening: Describing yourself and your family
• Reading & Writing: Writing a short text about your family
• Homework: Flashcards for professions & adjectives, listening to beginner dialogues

Week 3: Daily Life & Regular Verbs

• Vocabulary: Common verbs, daily routines (se lever, manger, travailler, dormir)
• Grammar: Present tense of -ER verbs (parler, aimer, habiter), forming negative sentences (ne... pas)
• Speaking & Listening: Talking about daily habits and routines
• Reading & Writing: Describing a typical day
• Homework: Conjugation exercises, watching a short French video

Week 4: Places, Directions, and Prepositions

• Vocabulary: Cities, transportation, places (école, banque, supermarché)
• Grammar: Prepositions of place (à, de, sur, sous, devant, derrière), the verb aller
• Speaking & Listening: Asking for and giving directions
• Reading & Writing: Writing short sentences about your city
• Homework: Practicing directions, listening to French street dialogues

Week 5: Shopping, Food, and Ordering in a Café

• Vocabulary: Common foods, numbers 100+, ordering at a restaurant
• Grammar: Articles partitif (du, de la, des), quantities (beaucoup de, un peu de)
• Speaking & Listening: Ordering food and drinks
• Reading & Writing: Writing a grocery shopping list
• Homework: Watching restaurant ordering videos, role-playing dialogues

Week 6: Future Plans and Basic Conversations

• Vocabulary: Talking about free time, future activities (cinema, sports, travel)
• Grammar: Futur proche (aller + infinitive), expressing likes/dislikes (j’aime, je préfère)
• Speaking & Listening: Talking about weekend plans
• Reading & Writing: Writing about your future plans
• Homework: Listening to audio on leisure activities, creating your own future plans

Week 7: Talking About the Past

• Vocabulary: Common past actions (hier, la semaine dernière, déjà)
• Grammar: Passé composé (with avoir for regular verbs)
• Speaking & Listening: Talking about what you did last weekend
• Reading & Writing: Writing a short paragraph about a past experience
• Homework: Reading a simple story in past tense

Week 8: Travel, Transportation, and Asking for Help

• Vocabulary: Transportation (bus, train, taxi, avion), emergency phrases
• Grammar: Questions (où, quand, comment, combien), the verb pouvoir
• Speaking & Listening: Asking for help, booking tickets
• Reading & Writing: Filling out a travel form
• Homework: Practicing travel dialogues, listening to real-life recordings

Week 9: Invitations, Socializing, and Giving Opinions

• Vocabulary: Social phrases (on va au cinéma ?, pourquoi pas ?, c’est une bonne idée !)
• Grammar: The imperative (regarde ! écoute ! parle !)
• Speaking & Listening: Inviting someone, accepting/refusing
• Reading & Writing: Writing a short invitation message
• Homework: Practicing role-plays, writing social messages

Week 10: Final Review & Everyday Conversations

• Vocabulary: Review of key topics
• Grammar: Reinforcing present, past, and future tenses
• Speaking & Listening: Role-playing real-life scenarios (restaurant, shopping, travel)
• Reading & Writing: Writing a final paragraph about yourself
• Final Assessment: Speaking practice & review exercises

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this 10-week course, you will be able to:

* Introduce yourself and others (name, nationality, profession, family)
* Use common verbs in the present, past, and near future
* Ask and answer simple questions in social situations
* Order food, buy things, ask for directions, and make plans
* Read and understand basic French texts (menus, timetables, invitations)
* Write simple sentences and short paragraphs

This course will give you the confidence to communicate in French in everyday situations!

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In order to have access to the full A1 course on our platform,
please follow these steps.

Learning Platform: Account Creation and Course Enrollment

In the Google document linked here, you’ll find a clear step-by-step guide showing exactly how to create your French Club account and then enroll in the Free Plan on our learning platform.

French Club Account setup & free A1 course enrolling Step-by-step guide
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fSyoLZDxM2QdHXO0TnDh1UVFP_QjWTXA1Hj-qwcIIMM/edit?usp=sharing

Important: the Free Plan includes access to the free A1 course, but the A1 course is not automatic. After you activate the Free Plan, you still need to enroll in the A1 course directly on the platform to access the lessons and materials.

Platform: https://www.frenchclub.net/

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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 22 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 9,300+ 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 sessions with partner companies.

You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.