BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alliance Française du Maine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Alliance Française du Maine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://afdume.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alliance Française du Maine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230414T131114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T131114Z UID:2522-1685041200-1685041200@afdume.org SUMMARY:Une Soirée Musicale - Joelle Morris Chante Edith Piaf DESCRIPTION:Join us in Freeport for the performance of Joelle Morris\, Mezzo Soprano\, singing Edith Piaf with accompanying pianist Mesa Schubeck!\nCadenza\, 5 Depot St\, Freeport\, ME\nRegister online\, pay at the door\n$20 for AFDUME members\,\n$26 for non members URL:https://afdume.org/event/une-soiree-musicale-joelle-morris-chante-edith-piaf/ LOCATION:Cadenza\, 5 Depot St\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Une-soiree-musicale-flier-1.1-afdume.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230226T211159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T211159Z UID:2356-1683828000-1683828000@afdume.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion "La Saint Tous Là" DESCRIPTION:Join us to meet the French author\, actor and singer Tangi Colombel as he discusses his new novel! URL:https://afdume.org/event/book-discussion-la-saint-tous-la/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Book-Discussion-Tangi-ADFDUME-Flier.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230410T125046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T171904Z UID:2502-1683741600-1683741600@afdume.org SUMMARY:10 critères pour comprendre le vin français DESCRIPTION:Webinaire gratuit sur le vin: “10 critères pour comprendre le vin français” par Alexis Caraux de Tour\, en France.\nMercredi 10 mai\, 18h00. Présentation en français et en anglais.\nRSVP avec nom et adresse email. On vous enverra le lien Zoom. URL:https://afdume.org/event/10-criteres-pour-comprendre-le-vin-francais/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/10-criteres-pour-comprendre-le-vin-francais.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230410T124711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T171123Z UID:2498-1683741600-1683741600@afdume.org SUMMARY:The 10 Principles to Understand French Wine DESCRIPTION:Free Webinar to understand how to read French wine labels and get to know French wine.\nWednesday May 10\, 6pm. Presentation in French and English\, by Alexis Caraux\, from Tour\, France.\nRSVP with name and email address. We’ll send you the Zoom link. URL:https://afdume.org/event/the-10-principles-to-understand-french-wine/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/10-criteres-pour-comprendre-le-vin-francais.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230323T151423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T151423Z UID:2456-1683367200-1683367200@afdume.org SUMMARY:French Conversation Table DESCRIPTION:Come join our French conversation table in Portland every first Saturday of the month at 10am! \nAt Burundi Star Coffee\n261 St John Street \nEVERYONE IS WELCOME!\nVIVE LA FRANCOPHONIE! URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-conversation-table-2/ LOCATION:Burundi Star Coffee\, 261 St John Street\, Portland\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/French-Conversation-Table-flier1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230307T145120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T145324Z UID:2372-1681401600-1681401600@afdume.org SUMMARY:French visit of the PMA! DESCRIPTION:Come discover or re-discover the beautiful Portland Museum of Arts\, in FRENCH! A bilingual docent will guide you around diverse exhibitions.\nThis free event for members of AFduME requires you to sign up as places in the visiting group are limited. \nhttps://www.portlandmuseum.org/ \n  URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-visit-of-the-pma-april/ LOCATION:Portland Museum of Art\, 7 Congress Square\, Portland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/French-Visit-of-the-PMA-AFDUME-flier-1.1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T100000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230323T151018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T151018Z UID:2451-1680343200-1680343200@afdume.org SUMMARY:French Conversation Table DESCRIPTION:Come join our French conversation table in Portland every first Saturday of the month starting April 1st at 10am! \nAt Burundi Star Coffee\n261 St John Street \nEVERYONE IS WELCOME!\nVIVE LA FRANCOPHONIE! URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-conversation-table/ LOCATION:Burundi Star Coffee\, 261 St John Street\, Portland\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/French-Conversation-Table-flier1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230130T205415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T144117Z UID:2316-1679587200-1679587200@afdume.org SUMMARY:Meet author Philippe Dewost DESCRIPTION:Meet Philippe Dewost\, author of “De Mémoire Vive-Une Histoire de l’Aventure Numérique” (“Random Access Memories (RAM)-A History of the Digital Adventure”)\n“…if you don’t understand why your children speak to their smartphone placed horizontally in front of their mouth (they send out “voices”)\, if you wonder how we managed to connect to the Internet when there was no PC\, if no one around you makes the connection between an audio cassette and a pencil-eraser\, this book is for you.” \nThe “digital revolution” has ended\, and we did not realize it. But it is without memory: there are only futurologists and almost no historians. And yet\, this short and intense period bears its share of tragedies\, heroes\, victims and lessons. \nIn twelve chapters covering the period 1990 – 2021\, “From Living Memory” revisits\, through the experience of its author\, selected moments in the history of Tech: burying GPS in each of our pockets\, the fight between IBM and ATT which gave rise to American telecom regulation\, the reign of the “9 keys”\, the 3G bubble\, the disappearance of Nokia\, the revolution of user interface\, moving from from operating system to system operation\, the invention of the cloud by a bookseller\, … Each of these adventures leads the reader to ask themselves different questions\, to identify non-intuitive principles\, to understand what governs the digital economy. \n“Random Access Memories (RAM)” is aimed at many readers: public and private decision-makers\, students\, and more generally all those curious to learn more. Among the themes developed in this history book rich in anecdotes\, include the following: \n\ndigital ignorance remains great when everything is before our eyes and nothing has happened by chance.\neverything is political\, up to and including the Metaverse. It’s all in the art of regulating to your own advantage.\nin this field more than anywhere else\, the only limit is talent and a few individuals can change the world more profoundly than established companies or governments\n\nIn order to get the most out of this rare opportunity\, we encourage you to order the ebook version (in French) now!\nhttps://premierepartie.com/boutique/de-memoire-vive-ebook/ \nThe event will be in English and is FREE to the public. \nRSVP by March 20th and we’ll send you the link for the event. \nAbout the author:\nCo-founder of the internet service provider Wanadoo and former director of a start-up acquired by Apple\, Philippe Dewost inspired French Tech when he led the “digital” investments portfolio at the major French bank Caisse des Dépôts. Now the Managing Director of EPITA\, a major engineering school in computer sciences\, he regularly speaks at conferences\, particularly on the anthropological issues of the post-digital revolution. URL:https://afdume.org/event/meet-author-philippe-dewost/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Phillipe-et-livre.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230213T210102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T210750Z UID:2346-1678629600-1678633200@afdume.org SUMMARY:Famous Créole Women Through New Orleans History DESCRIPTION:En tant que professeure de français\, Cathy Richard a le privilège de pouvoir assister à des conférences qui ont lieu dans des pays ou des régions francophones.\nEn 2022\, la conférence de l’AATF s’est déroulée à la Nouvelle Orléans et elle a eu le plaisir et la joie de comprendre un peu mieux l’histoire de cette belle région qu’est la Louisiane. Elle a également découvert l’histoire époustouflante de quelques femmes créoles qu’elle aura l’honneur de partager avec vous. \nLa présentation sera interactive\, en français\, avec des discussions sur les femmes et leur rôle dans l’histoire en général. \n15 personnes maximum! \nRSVP URL:https://afdume.org/event/famous-creole-women-through-new-orleans-history/ LOCATION:Curtis Memorial Library\, 23 Pleasant St\, Brunswick\, ME\, 04011\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/new-orleans-history-flier-creole-women-afdume.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230312T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230213T210001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T210001Z UID:2339-1678629600-1678633200@afdume.org SUMMARY:Famous Créole Women Through New Orleans History DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the history of New Orleans and the incredible story of Creole women in Louisiana\, during this interactive presentation by French teacher Cathy Richard. URL:https://afdume.org/event/famous-creole-women-through-new-orleans-history/ LOCATION:Curtis Memorial Library\, 23 Pleasant St\, Brunswick\, ME\, 04011\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/new-orleans-history-flier-creole-women-afdume.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T203000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20230201T144952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T214127Z UID:2328-1677870000-1677875400@afdume.org SUMMARY:La Francophonie in Maine DESCRIPTION:Qu’est-ce que c’est?\nJoin us as we celebrate March\, the month of la Francophonie all around the world. \nA community panel made up of guest speakers originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo\, Djibouti\, France\, Québec\, and Rwanda will lead a discussion about the French-speaking experience in Maine. Reception to follow. \nTo RSVP for this free event\, please email: anna.faherty@maine.edu URL:https://afdume.org/event/la-francophonie-in-maine/ LOCATION:USM’s Lewiston campus\, 51 Westminster st\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/FAC-March-0303-Event-FINAL-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20221110T205055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T143519Z UID:2190-1671116400-1671116400@afdume.org SUMMARY:French visit of the PMA!Visite du PMA en Français! DESCRIPTION:Venez découvrir ou re-découvrir le magnifique Musée des Beaux-Arts de Portland\, en FRANCAIS! Une guide bilingue vous promènera autour des expositions du musée. Événement gratuit pour les membres de AFduME\, mais il vous faut réserver votre place car le nombre de visiteurs dans le groupe est limité. \nhttps://www.portlandmuseum.org/ \nInscrivez-vous ici. URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-visit-of-the-pmavisite-du-pma-en-francais/ LOCATION:Portland Museum of Art\, 7 Congress Square\, Portland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/French-Visit-of-the-PMA-AFDUME-flier-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20221110T204901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T143342Z UID:2185-1671116400-1671116400@afdume.org SUMMARY:French visit of the PMA! DESCRIPTION:Come discover or re-discover the beautiful Portland Museum of Arts\, in FRENCH! A bilingual docent will guide you around diverse exhibitions.\nThis free event for members of AFduME requires you to sign up as places in the visiting group are limited. \nhttps://www.portlandmuseum.org/ \n  URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-visit-of-the-pma/ LOCATION:Portland Museum of Art\, 7 Congress Square\, Portland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/French-Visit-of-the-PMA-AFDUME-flier-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220925 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220815T182521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T161344Z UID:1909-1663891200-1664063999@afdume.org SUMMARY:Festival Champlain DESCRIPTION:The French Embassy in the United States\, the Consulate General of France in Boston\, the Maine Honorary Consul\, and the Alliance Française du Maine\, are excited to announce the first  Festival Champlain. The Champlain Film Festival seeks to enrich the cultural dynamic of New England by shining a spotlight on the region’s deep francophone heritage\, particularly in Maine where 5% of the population speaks French. Portland\, Maine stands out as the ideal location for this film festival for several reasons: the dynamism and attractiveness of the city\, its easy accessibility in the region\, and its rich cultural francophone heritage. \nThe word “Francophone” in the festival title is no coincidence: the films come from a variety of countries\, all of whom share French as a common language. So\, while France inevitably dominates\, you will also be able to enjoy films from  African countries\, Canada\, and other francophone regions of the world. \nThe event runs under the auspices of the Alliance Française du Maine and will take place at the University of Southern Maine (USM). URL:https://afdume.org/event/festival-champlain/ LOCATION:USM – Talbot Lecture Hall\, 85 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/image1-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220925 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220815T182521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T182627Z UID:1911-1663891200-1664063999@afdume.org SUMMARY:Festival Champlain DESCRIPTION:L’Ambassade de France aux Etats-Unis\, le Consulat Général de France à Boston\, le Consul honoraire du Maine\, et l’Alliance Française du Maine\, sont heureux d’annoncer la naissance du Festival Champlain. Un festival du cinéma francophone à Portland ayant pour objectif de célébrer 400 ans d’histoire et de Francophonie en Nouvelle Angleterre où 5% de la population parle le Français! La communauté diverse et le dynamisme culturel de Portland en font un endroit idéal pour organiser cette première édition. \nLe mot “Francophone” n’est pas une coïncidence: les films programmés viennent de plusieurs pays issues de la Francophonie\, des régions du monde qui partagent notre langue commune. Nous célébrerons des films venant de pays d’Afrique\, du Canada et d’autres régions francophones du monde\, et pour cette raison\, nous nous réjouissons de vous présenter des films où le français domine. \nCet événement est coordonné par l’Alliance Française du Maine\, aura lieu à l’Université of Southern Maine (USM). URL:https://afdume.org/event/festival-champlain/ LOCATION:USM – Talbot Lecture Hall\, 85 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/image1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220815T185150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T125518Z UID:1915-1663180200-1663180200@afdume.org SUMMARY:"French All Around Us" — Meet the Authors DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host the New England-based contributors to the new book “French All Around Us: French language and Francophone Culture in the United States“\, along with editors Kathleen Stein-Smith and Fabrice Jaumont.\nIn this book\, you will read stories that explain the history of French and of this language that is still alive in many regions of our country. The authors tried to define what Francophone culture is in 2022\, and they will share their perspectives during this event. Join the discussion! \nThis event will be online and in English and is free to the public! \nIn order to fully appreciate the event\, we encourage participants to read the book in advance\, and the authors are offering a 15% discount off the purchase of the book. \nPlease order now! \nGo to https://tbr-books.org/product/french-all-around-us \, and use the code AF to get 15% off your order. \nRSVP by September 10 and we will send you the Zoom link! \nBonne lecture et à bientôt! URL:https://afdume.org/event/french-all-around-us-meet-the-authors/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/French-All-Around-Us.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220523T161834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T162025Z UID:1826-1657819800-1657828800@afdume.org SUMMARY:Bastille Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Free event! \nWe will meet at Winslow park at 6 pm\, near the picnic tables\, under the sign “Alliance Française du Maine”!\nEntrance fees vary according to your age: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/day-use\nDirections here: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/directions URL:https://afdume.org/event/bastille-day-celebration-2022/ LOCATION:Winslow Park\, 10 Winslow Park Way\, Freeport\, 04032\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bastille-day-2022-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220523T161834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T162134Z UID:1830-1657819800-1657828800@afdume.org SUMMARY:Fête du 14 Juillet DESCRIPTION:Événement gratuit! \nRendez-vous au parc Winslow à Freeport à 18 heures\, près des tables de pique-nique\, sous la banderole « Alliance Française du Maine »!\nLes prix d’entrée au parc varient selon l’âge: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/day-use\nVoici les directions: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/directions URL:https://afdume.org/event/bastille-day-celebration-2022/ LOCATION:Winslow Park\, 10 Winslow Park Way\, Freeport\, 04032\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bastille-day-2022-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220523T161511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T161511Z UID:1823-1656149400-1656162000@afdume.org SUMMARY:Fête de la Musique DESCRIPTION: URL:https://afdume.org/event/fete-de-la-musique/ LOCATION:Deering Oaks Park – Portland\, State Street\, Portland \, Me ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/fete-de-la-musique.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220523T161511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T161511Z UID:1825-1656149400-1656162000@afdume.org SUMMARY:Fête de la Musique DESCRIPTION: URL:https://afdume.org/event/fete-de-la-musique/ LOCATION:Deering Oaks Park – Portland\, State Street\, Portland \, Me ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/fete-de-la-musique.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220405T185256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T185517Z UID:1775-1651516200-1651521600@afdume.org SUMMARY:Macaron baking class DESCRIPTION:Online event\, in English \nPastry lovers\, join us to learn how to make French macarons with our French baker Sandrine Wallace. Sandrine will teach you all her savoir-faire to bake the finest macarons from scratch. \nIn this workshop we will make chocolate and raspberry macarons. \nDon’t want to cook but only watch and take notes? You are more than welcome! \nAll the participants of the class will get a 10% discount on French Pastry macarons. \n\nAbout Sandrine and French Pastry\nFrench Pastry by Sandrine is an original brand established in the Midwest (Cedar Rapids\, Ia) since 2018. Created and owned by Sandrine Wallace\, the bakery offers traditional and authentic French desserts\, among which the incomparable French macarons ! \nOriginating from the South of France\, Sandrine puts all her authentic savoir-faire in developing an original and unique range of flavors : 120 flavors available\, all year long ! \nClassified on 4 families : fruits\, chocolates and spices\, nuts\, and floral notes. \nSouth of France\, and especially the county of Grasse\, is unanimously famous as the world capitale of fragrance. The big names of French perfumery use the floral extracts\, issued from the local horticole tradition under the sunny skies of the Provence region\, to design their most famous fragrances. That’s where Sandrine collects her floral extracts : rose\, lavender\, violet\, jasmine\, orange blossom… among others.. \nWhere to find Sandrine’s macarons: \nFrench Pastry : https://frenchpastrybysandrine.com/ \nFrench Pastry by Sandrine being in constant expansion\, Sandrine offers now to ship her macarons nationwide. URL:https://afdume.org/event/macaron-baking-class/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sandrine-macarons.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220404T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220404T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220324T152706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T161933Z UID:1701-1649097000-1649097000@afdume.org SUMMARY:How do French Presidential Elections work? DESCRIPTION:Join Hélène Crié-Wiesner for a talk about the French voting system and the 2022 presidential elections in particular. \nFrance has begun the process of selecting its next president; French people will go to the polls in April 2022. In many ways\, the political trends in France are the same as those being witnessed across the European continent\, if not the world.  But the French voting system is different from most other countries in that it encompasses 2 voting rounds\, with multiple candidates and parties in the first round. \nHow is the French president elected? Who are the main players and what are the political platforms they campaign on?  What are the similarities and the differences between the American and the French presidential campaigns? \nJournalist\, blogger\, and author Hélène Crié-Wiesner has transformed her American expatriation into a lifelong analysis of French-American differences. Offering a French perspective on American life and current events\, she has nourished her passion for meeting people while maintaining her professional connections with the French press.  Hélène writes as a freelance journalist for French media such as Sciences et Avenir\, France-Inter and Libération. \nThis event is free and is open to the public. \nMeeting Recording URL:https://afdume.org/event/how-do-french-presidential-elections-work/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/HOW-DO-FRENCH-PRESIDENTIAL-ELECTIONS-WORK.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220218T170704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T170704Z UID:1468-1647709200-1647714600@afdume.org SUMMARY:Le Carrefour / The Intersection DESCRIPTION: URL:https://afdume.org/event/le-carrefour-the-intersection/ LOCATION:USM – Talbot Lecture Hall\, 85 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/poster-carrefour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20220218T170040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T144432Z UID:1461-1646247600-1646251200@afdume.org SUMMARY:Perspectives Louisianaises DESCRIPTION:Meeting Recording URL:https://afdume.org/event/perspectives-louisianaises/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/poster-perspectives-louisianaises.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20211217T173226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T231714Z UID:1376-1645038000-1645041600@afdume.org SUMMARY:Conversation with the authors of “Can We Agree to Disagree?” DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to offer the rare treat of meeting the authors of “Can We Agree to Disagree?”\, a fascinating book that explores the differences in professional working styles between French and Americans\, a subject that is sure to resonate with many of you.  Agathe Laurent et Sabine Landolt have compiled stories gathered from interviewing 50 people – French and American – and written a refreshingly human and decidedly non-academic book that delves into the question so many of us – both French and American – have asked: “Why is it so hard to work with them?” \nTheir amusing and insightful observations are woven into this gem of a book (rated 4.5 out of 5 on Goodreads)\, that will form the basis of our virtual event\, on Wednesday evening\, February 16th 2022\, from 7 to 8 pm.  In addition to the authors presenting the book\, the event will also include audience participation: the opportunity to share your own experiences of working abroad\, and laugh at each other’s trials and errors. \nTHE EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL.  In order to fully appreciate the event\, we encourage participants to read the book in advance\, and the authors are offering a 10% discount off the purchase of the book. \nPlease order now as they will print a new batch of books just for the Alliance Française du Maine and need time to prepare. \n\nGo to https://tbr-books.org/product/can-we-agree-to-disagree-pre-order\, and use the code cwatd21 to get 10% off your order. \nRSVP by February 10 and we will send you the Zoom link! \n\nBonne lecture à tous! \nMeeting Recording URL:https://afdume.org/event/can-we-agree-to-disagree/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Meet-the-authors-AFDUME-flier-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20211111T164550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T141230Z UID:1318-1639839600-1639839600@afdume.org SUMMARY:Christmas Tales and Legends from Alsace DESCRIPTION:Come join us and enjoy Christmas tales from the French region of Alsace with Isabelle Kapp\, Professor in Art History!\nPresented by Isabelle Kapp on zoom. URL:https://afdume.org/event/christmas-tales-and-legends-from-alsace/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/257471476_1033445650839911_1475862905889471138_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20211111T164550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211111T165515Z UID:1326-1639839600-1639839600@afdume.org SUMMARY:Contes et Légendes de Noël d’Alsace DESCRIPTION:Présenté en Visio-conference par Isabelle Kapp \nAcheter des billets URL:https://afdume.org/event/christmas-tales-and-legends-from-alsace/ LOCATION:ME ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/257471476_1033445650839911_1475862905889471138_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20210608T142245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T191252Z UID:1165-1627894800-1628254800@afdume.org SUMMARY:Summer Camp DESCRIPTION:Enrollment for the Summer Camp is complete\, no more space available at this time. Thank you for your interest in Alliance Française du Maine Summer Camp.\nFor our little Friends\nAlliance Française du Maine is offering a Summer Camp for children ages 6 to 12 yrs old. Starting on Monday\, August 2 to Friday\, August 6\, from 9am to 1pm\, children will meet at Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park and Wolfe’s Neck Farm\, in Freeport. They will discover this stunning estuary and its bio-diversity\, through walks\, games\, and French songs\, and they will learn about life on the farm as well as agricultural activities. A perfect opportunity to enrich their French skills in a joyous and friendly atmosphere. The group of 12 children will be accompanied by two experienced and qualified adults and two interns\, all bilingual French/English. \nPrice for the French camp’s week is 260$ for AFduME members and 300$ for non-members. Feel free to become a member at https://afdume.org. \nThis camp will please your children while immersing them in a safe environment. Reserve your space now as it is limited to 12 children. First come first served! \nAlliance Française du Maine will respect CDC health recommendations related to Summer Camps. We shall check again with CDC end of July to check and be in compliance with their recommendations. As of June 8\, these are the following:\nhttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/summer-camps.html#anchor_1621978613773 URL:https://afdume.org/event/summer-camp/ LOCATION:Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park\, 426 Wolfe's Neck Rd\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States CATEGORIES:Summer Camp ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/AFDUME-SUMMER-CAMP-Flier-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T130000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20210608T142245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210719T140846Z UID:1174-1627894800-1628254800@afdume.org SUMMARY:Camp d'été DESCRIPTION:Enrollment for the Summer Camp is complete\, no more space available at this time. Thank you for your interest in Alliance Française du Maine Summer Camp.\nPour tous nos petit.e.s ami.e.s\nL’Alliance Française du Maine propose un camp d’été pour les enfants de 6 à 12 ans. Du lundi 2 août au vendredi 6 août\, de 9h à 13h\, les enfants se retrouveront à Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park et à Wolfe’s Neck Farm\, à Freeport. Le camp inclura des promenades en pleine nature dans un cadre magnifique\, avec jeux\, chansons\, découvertes de l’estuaire et de sa bio-diversité\, ainsi que des séances éducatives et interactives sur la vie à la ferme et les activités agricoles. Ces journées offriront aux campeurs l’occasion d’apprendre et d’enrichir leur expression française dans une ambiance joyeuse\, en toute sécurité. Le groupe de 12 enfants sera encadré par deux adultes qualifiés et deux stagiaires\, tous bilingues français/anglais. \nLe prix pour la semaine de camp francophone est de 260$ pour les membres de l’AFduME et de 300$ pour le grand public. N’hésitez pas à devenir membre de l’AFduME à https://afdume.org. \nCe camp réjouira vos enfants tout en les baignant dans une atmosphère francophone amicale et chaleureuse. Réservez votre place dès maintenant car le camp est limité à 12 enfants seulement. Premier arrivé premier servi ! \nl’Alliance Française du Maine s’engage à respecter les indications données par le CDC qui concernent les camps d’enfants. Nous réévaluerons les exigences sanitaires fin juillet\, avant que le camp ne commence. A la date du 8 juin 2021\, les recommandations sont les suivantes.\nhttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/summer-camps.html#anchor_1621978613773 \nInscription URL:https://afdume.org/event/summer-camp/ LOCATION:Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park\, 426 Wolfe's Neck Rd\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States CATEGORIES:Summer Camp ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/AFDUME-SUMMER-CAMP-Flier-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T161558 CREATED:20210615T155442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T155442Z UID:1203-1626285600-1626292800@afdume.org SUMMARY:Fête du 14 Juillet DESCRIPTION:Événement gratuit! \nRendez-vous au parc Winslow à Freeport à 18 heures\, près des tables de pique-nique\, sous la banderole “Alliance Française du Maine”!\nLes prix d’entrée au parc varient selon l’âge: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/day-use\nVoici les directions: https://www.freeportmaine.com/winslow-park-and-campground/pages/directions URL:https://afdume.org/event/fete-du-14-juillet/ LOCATION:Winslow Park\, 10 Winslow Park Way\, Freeport\, 04032\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://afdume.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bastille-Day-Celebration-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR