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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!

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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.

What's better than brunch? Brunch with the LGBTQ+ community, of course! Join the Dulles Triangles at 11:00 AM for a dazzling brunch at **[Amphora Diner](http://amphoragroup.com/amphoras-diner-deluxe/)**, located at **1151 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170**. This is your chance to catch up with old pals, make some new ones, and bask in the glory of a Sunday well-brunched! Amphora’s menu is as diverse as our community, offering everything from omelets and pancakes to divine bakery treats. Seriously, their pastries are more irresistible than a shirtless Ryan Gosling holding a puppy! **RSVP Required!** Amphora needs a headcount beforehand, and adding seats at the last minute is like trying to squeeze into last year’s pride outfit—tricky! To ensure you get a seat at the brunch extravaganza, RSVP on Meetup or in the Dulles Triangles Facebook group by the day before. Those who RSVP get priority seating, and we promise not to judge if you show up in sequins. Remember to ask for Dulles Triangles when you arrive. Use the links below to RSVP and secure your spot faster than you can say "mimosas." This event is usually held on the first Sunday of each month, but check for updates because we like to keep things as flexible as our dance moves. Keep an eye on the current schedule so you don't miss out!

Everyone is welcome to attend our weekly happy hour, at Tony & Joe's Waterfront Bar in Georgetown (3000 K. St, NW). The event goes from 7:15 to around 10:00 PM. Feel free to show up at any time. French speakers of all levels- from beginners to expats- are invited. We hope to see you there!

Let’s hang out and journal together, trade stationary and stickers, and have a good time! Please note, we do not have a reservationtion, so we will do our best to find some good spots when we get there. The address is:

**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.