Alliance Française DuPage, Inc. - P.O.Box 3992 - Naperville, IL 60567 - USA
January Events
Marcher et Bavarder
Sunday, January 11 at 10:30 AM
DuPage River Trail - Whalon Lake Loop
Our Marcher-Bavarder programs are a great way to energize your morning with your AF DuPage friends and speak French while walking.
Book Club
Wednesday, January 14th, 6:30 PM CT on Zoom
La Chambre bleue, par George Simenon (Livre)
Discussion leader: Karen
The AF DuPage Book Club meetings are conducted in French and are held on Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month. Meetings start at 6:30 pm unless otherwise indicated and last 1½ - 2 hours.
Ciné Club
Thursday, January 15th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM CT on Zoom
L'armée des ombres / Army of Shadows, Jean-Pierre Melville
Everyone loves movies. Join us for interactive experiences as we explore classic and modern French cinema.
Mini-Zoom
Tuesday, January 20th, 7 - 8 PM on Zoom
The French Heritage Corridor and La Francophonie in Illinois: Connecting the Past to the Present
Presented by Lisa Kahn, Director, French Heritage Corridor Initiative, and Jim Paul, FHC's ambassador for Illinois.
Cultural heritage isn’t just about the past. It’s about connecting it to the future. Whether you are a passionate historian, dedicated student, or a traveler curious about French history and culture in the Midwest, this is an inclusive network to connect to our shared history and resources and, most of all, the French Heritage Corridor is a welcoming place to explore, learn and have FUN! Come learn about the FHC and its vast network of French heritage sites, organizations and events throughout Illinois.
Café Conversation
Online Cooking Demo
Wenesday, January 28th, 7 - 8 PM CT on Zoom
Connect with AF DuPage members in a Zoom conversation session. The Zoom link will be sent to all members one day before the event. There is no need to pre-register.
We offer many in person conversation opportunities. Follow the link below to learn more.
Online Cooking Demo
Online Cooking Demo
Saturday, January 31 at 11:00 AM CT on Zoom
Dauphinoise Potatoes
Ah, Dauphinoise potatoes! It’s difficult to imagine a more delicious potato dish.
Join Chef Chris Thielman and Karen Thielman as they present one of their favorite French dishes.
february Events
Mini-Zoom
Sunday, February 8th, 2 - 3 PM on Zoom
Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable: Chicago’s Black Father
Presented by Dr, Courtney Joseph, Associate Professor of History and African American Studies, Chair of African American Studies at Lake Forest College.
Dr. Joseph will lead a talk on Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, Chicago’s first non-native settler. DuSable was a Black man from the island of Ayiti (Haiti), who helped to shape the city of Chicago that we know of today. This talk looks at the important parts of his life and legacy: a son of Haiti, Potawatomi kin, co-creator of Chicago, early American diplomat, successful business, and the father of Chicago.
(in English)