French Speakers

Bonsoir à tous! Venez nombreux pour causer autour d'un repas ou d'un verre chez La Madeleine. On n'a que deux règles: (1) qu'on y parle exclusivement le français et (2) qu'on achète quelque chose à boire ou à manger (c'est La Madeleine qui le demande). Merci et à bientôt!

This meetup is for Japanese learners who want to practice speaking in a relaxed, supportive environment without pressure or perfection. It's also a great place to meet people with similar interests! If you’ve studied vocabulary or grammar but freeze when it’s time to speak, this session is designed to help you bridge that gap. **What we'll do:** * Simple self-introductions in Japanese * Guided speaking prompts (you won’t be put on the spot) * Light pair or small-group practice * Optional review games or activities to support speaking Mistakes are expected and encouraged. You’re welcome to use notes, look things up, or listen more than you speak. **Who this is for:** * Beginner to early-intermediate learners * People who want to practice speaking without pressure * Anyone who feels like they “know the material” but struggles to use it No high-level Japanese required. Just come as you are.

Let’s meet at Thai Tanium in Kentlands for some of their delicious food. Please only rsvp if you will attend. It is not fair to the restaurant to have no shows.

You have to buy a ticket for this event, not only RSVP! 🎟️Register here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1977534510956?aff=oddtdtcreator **French-Hispanic Networking: Connecting Communities, Creating Opportunities** On **January 29**, from **5:30 PM to 7:30 PM**, join us at **The Ven at Embassy Row** for an exclusive event bringing together the **French and Hispanic communities** in the Washington D.C. area. This event is proudly organized by the **French American Chamber of Commerce** and the **Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce**. This gathering is designed to **foster meaningful connections**, build lasting professional relationships, and open doors to new opportunities for collaboration between these two vibrant communities. It’s the perfect setting to **expand your network**, exchange ideas, and share experiences with leaders and professionals across diverse industries. Your **ticket includes one drink**, and if you are a member of one of the Chambers of Commerce, be sure to use your organization’s **PROMOCODE** to receive your exclusive discount. Throughout the evening, there will also be **surprises and special announcements** that will make this experience both unique and memorable. If you are part of the **Hispanic or Francophone community**, this event is made for you: a space where culture, business, and connections come together to create **real and lasting opportunities**. Don’t miss out—be part of this one-of-a-kind networking experience.

Join us for a laid-back Sunday Brunch. The Brunch is All-You-Can-Eat buffet and a bottle of Champagne (750 ml) with Orange Juice. You make your own mimosa. Just only for $ 35.00 per person without tax & gratuity! It includes French toast, pancakes, waffles, omelettes made to order, Pasta, Salads, Roast Beef, Pork Ribs, oyster bar, cheese bar and Salmon, plenty of fresh fruit, yogurt, cakes, cookies, and pudding....mmmm! After brunch, we have a Happy Hour, where lots of people join us to mingle and socialize. Closest Metro Station is Clarendon. Please take into account Metro's Weekend Track Work & Service Adjustments. Check it on http://www.wmata.com/ and plan accordingly. http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/a/8/2/600_400351362.jpeg http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/a/2/8/600_405471752.jpeg

**Travel to French soil and celebrate with us two of the most important French traditions. No plane ticket required. 👑** You need to buy a ticket for this event, not only RSVP ! 🎟️Register here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-galette-des-rois-les-voeux-2026-a-french-celebration-tickets-1956401883699?aff=oddtdtcreator * **La Galette des Rois:** in the U.S., food festivities start at Thanksgving and continue with Christmas and New Year's Eve, and then it's over. But it's not over in France, where during the entire month of January and even a little beyond, families and friends gather, usually on several occasions, to celebrate the 700-year old tradition of Galette des Rois (The King's Cake). The cake, traditionally topped with a golden paper crown, is a sweet and delicious puff pastry confection with almond-flavored frangipane filling. But the celebration is much more than that, as the person who will end up with la fève, a small porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices, becomes a "King/Queen for the Day". Be assured, there will be many kings and queens during our evening! * **Les Voeux:** Wishing "Meilleurs Voeux pour la Nouvelle Annee" (best wishes for the New Year) in France is not just something you do on January 1. French people do it the entire month, and it often becomes the pretext for more celebration and Champagne toasting. **Join us for this most traditional yet lively evening featuring:** * **Delicious Galettes des Rois** prepared by Fresh Baguette * **Hors-D'oeuvre**s prepared by [Chef Daniel Labonne](https://labonnedc.com/ "https://labonnedc.com/"), Executive Chef at the Embassy of France - VIP Hour only * **Degustation of Jambon de Bayonne**, a delicate and delicious cured ham from the Basque region of France. * **Buffet** with delicious French cheeses, cold cuts and veggie options. * **Open bar all night** \- As if you were invited to an upscale party on the Champs Elysees\, set the mood to celebration by enjoying a glass of bubbly or other fine French wine\. * **Champagne** and bubblies from France * Excellent red, white and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire Valley, Alsace. Rhone, Provence, etc. * European Beers * **Live music** * All guests will leave with a **baguette from Fresh Baguette.** * **French photo backgrounds** for great-looking selfies * **Prizes for all the Kings and Queens** * **Raffle** * **Art** Take the opportunity to **network** with fellow Francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people in the wonderful Maison Francaise at the French Embassy.