PMA visit
2024-06-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Portland Museum of Art, 7 Congress Square, Portland
Come discover or re-discover the beautiful Portland Museum of Arts, in FRENCH!
A bilingual docent will guide you around diverse exhibitions!
Mark your calendar and register.

D-Day 80th Anniversary
2024-06-15 14:00
Onias Martin was the only American soldier to die during the 1944 liberation of the small village of Bonnétable in Sarthe, France (the historical Maine province). Frédéric Gaignard, a native of Bonnnétable, and local historian grew up each year honoring the memory of Onias on the 10th of August. Frédéric will present to us the story of Onias Martin as well as explain the connection that was formed between Onias’ family in Madawaska Maine and the village of Bonnétable.

French Visit to "Veggies to Table"
2024-06-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Veggies to Table Farm, 27 Bailey Lane, Newcastle, ME, 04553, United States
Come and discover a local organic farm which helps feed the Maine population in need. “Veggies to Table” is a non-profit organization which collaborates with hospitals, schools, YMCA, food pantries and low cost housing to bring normalcy and dignity through food donations. Everything they grow is donated to people in need.
Erica Berman and Alain Ollier will welcome you Saturday June 29, from 10am to 1pm and take you on a visit to their farm in Newcastle. Alain is originally from Paris and Erica lived for 20 years in Paris. Bring a picnic if you so desire.
Dress for the weather; in case of a big rain storm, the visit will be canceled.
Free visit (donations towards the organization “Veggies to Table” are accepted.)
Group limited to 20 people.
27 Bailey Lane, Newcastle, ME, 04553

French Conversation Table
2024-07-06 10:00, 2024-09-07 10:00, 2024-10-05 10:00 | Burundi Star Coffee, 261 St John Street, Portland, 04102, United States
Come join our French conversation table in Portland every first Saturday of the month at 10am!
At Burundi Star Coffee
261 St John Street
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
VIVE LA FRANCOPHONIE!

Bastille Day Celebration!
2024-07-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Winslow Park, 10 Winslow Park Way, Freeport, 04032, United States
Pique-nique et pétanque
Come join us at Winslow Park in Freeport for a picnic (bring your own!) and fun activities!

Cérémonie d'ouverture des JO
2024-07-26 12:00

Festival des Nations
2024-07-27 10:00

Celebrate Acadian Heritage
2024-08-08 17:30 - 19:30
Discover the rich history, culture, and language of the Acadian people as we explore their territories, stories, and traditions.

Soirée Musicale à Blue
2024-09-13 19:00 | Blue, 650 Congress Street, Portland, 04101, United States
Event not sponsored by AFDUME

Maine Poutine fest
2024-09-14 11:30 | Thompson’s Point, Thompson's Point, Portland, 04102, United States

L'impressionnisme a 150 ans
2024-09-19 14:00
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Joelle Morris Sings French Classics
2024-09-20 19:00 | Cadenza, 5 Depot St, Freeport, ME, 04032, United States
For tickets, go to : cadenzafreeport.com – search your event and buy tickets through Eventbrite – use promocode AFME

Bois by Puzzle Théâtre
2024-09-22 14:00 | Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, 250 Thompsons Point Rd, Portland, ME, 04102, United States
BOIS by Puzzle Théâtre is a creative puppet show that brings nature to life using wooden characters and unique storytelling. Perfect for all ages, this imaginative performance explores the world of wood in a playful and unexpected way.
$18 pour les non-membres
$9 pour les membres de l’Alliance Française du Maine en utilisant le code promo AFM24
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French Cinémathèque: Un monde
2024-09-23 19:00 - 20:00
Not sponsored by Alliance Française du Maine.

African Festival
2024-09-28 16:00 | Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress Street, Portland, 04101, United States

L'Acadie de la Vallée
2024-10-16 12:00 | Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress Street, Portland, 04101, United States

Macaron Making Class with Alain
2024-10-19 09:30 - 14:30 | Maine Tasting Center, 506 Old Bath Road, Wiscasset, ME, 04578, United States
Veggies to Table co-founder Alain Ollier, French native and proficient baker of all that is sweet and sinful, will be our instructor in the art of making the iconic French macaron. Join us to learn how to perfectly make this famous French delicacy. And of course, there will be tasting along the way.
You can choose to come along for the morning session from 9:30-11:30 AM or the afternoon session from 12:30-2:30 PM. Each class will be 2 hours.
This event is hosted at the Maine Tasting Center in Wiscasset.
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Festival Champlain
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-27 | Portland Museum of Art, 7 Congress Square, Portland
Discover today’s cinema in the French-speaking world in Portland, ME. Start the festival with Les Petites Victoires, where a small-town teacher juggles saving her village while teaching an older man how to read. All screenings are free for Alliance Française du Maine members. Make sure to register to reserve your spot!

An Evening with olivier latry
2024-10-26 18:30
Experience the captivating performance of internationally acclaimed Olivier Latry, Titular Organist of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris and esteemed professor at the Paris Conservatory. Renowned for his unparalleled talent and brilliant technique, Latry’s performance is sure to leave audiences in awe. Latry will also partake in an on-stage interview with James Kennerley, discussing the momentous reopening of Notre Dame in December of 2024 and the ongoing restoration of the organ. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a musical prodigy in action and engage in an evening of remarkable music and conversation.
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Kende! Kende! Kende!: African Community Celebration & Book Fair
2024-11-09 11:00 - 14:00
Next Saturday, 11/9/24, I’m Your Neighbor Books is holding a multilingual event for families. The event celebrates the release of the French/English bilingual book KENDE! KENDE! KENDE!
KENDE! KENDE! KENDE!
Community Celebration and Book Fair
11 AM – 2 PM
East End School
https://imyourneighborbooks.org/kende-kende-kende-celebration/
This book is a tribute to the Central Africans who move through many languages to build community and navigate migration. The book is bilingual French/English with action words in Lingala.
Event not sponsored by Alliance Francaise du Maine

The Story of Perfume
2024-11-13 16:00 - 17:00
What parts of the world do fragrances come from? Who invented them and what are their main ingredients? How did perfume cross from the sacred to the profane? Who were the first great perfumers? What role has the fashion industry played in the history of perfume? How do you become a successful ‘nose’? What stories lie behind iconic perfumes such as Chanel’s N°5, C K One, or Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Mâle?
Join us for a conversation between Élisabeth de Feydeau, author of the new book, The Story of Perfume, and Rebeca de la Piedra, renowned Mexican fragrance expert.
Lavishly illustrated with archival documents from the most beautiful fragrance brands, The Story of Perfume transports its readers into a precious and mesmerizing world. It is the perfect gift for special occasions and a must-have for all perfume lovers.
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Quebecois Fall Film Series : L'arbre de la mémoire
2024-11-13 18:30
The Franco-American Collection, University of Southern Maine Libraries & Learning at Lewiston-Auburn Campus presents:
Quebecois Fall Film Series :
L’arbre de la mémoire
Documentary Showing and discussion
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine invites you to join us at 51 Westminster St. in Lewiston on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:30 pm for a viewing of the documentary L’arbre de la mémoire, with discussion to follow. There is no fee for our programs, which are made possible by the Québec Delegation in Boston and by TV5MONDE. Due to difficulty in obtaining this film with subtitles, it will be offered in French only, with no subtitles.
L’arbre de la mémoire is a journey through Franco-Americana to the heart of New England, from Madawaska, ME to Woonsocket, RI. It is a quest for identity in the present through genealogy, and a plunge into the past through memoires and confidences. Following the film, discussion will be led by Denis Ledoux, local author, memoirist and teacher, who was featured in the film!
For those of you unable to join us in-person, there is no streaming link available, but you may be able to use Interlibrary Loan at your local library to borrow the DVD from one of the institutions on this list:
https://search.worldcat.org/title/52341217.
If you are able to watch the DVD before 11/13, and would like to join us for a discussion on Zoom, email anna.faherty@maine.edu for more information.
For more information or to register for this event, contact the FAC archivist, Anna Faherty at anna.faherty@maine.edu or by phone (207) 753-6545. If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Anna. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

French Conversation Table
2024-11-16 10:00, 2024-12-07 10:00 | Burundi Star Coffee, 261 St John Street, Portland, 04102, United States
Come join our French conversation table in Portland every first and third Saturday of the month at 10am!
At Burundi Star Coffee
261 St John Street
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
VIVE LA FRANCOPHONIE!

The Lost Fleet of New France: French-American Histories
2024-11-18 18:00 - 19:00
This episode will focus on the The Lost Fleet of New France and the story behind the shipwreck of La Trinité with cultural heritage lawyer James Goold.
“French-American Histories, One Story, Two Narratives” is a program of virtual talks launched by Villa Albertine in collaboration with the Federation of Alliances Françaises USA. Each episode reveals a different facet of the vibrant French-American tapestry, through interviews with leading scholars, experts, and practitioners conducted by Dr. Iris de Rode, an expert in the history of French-American relations. The interviews are broadcast live and recorded at the French Embassy or other locations in the United States.
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Le peintre Pierre Paul Rubens (1577 – 1640) Conference virtuelle
2024-11-21 14:00 - 15:00
Découvrez ou redécouvrez la vie et l’œuvre d’un des plus grands artistes de l’art européen : peintre, dessinateur, designer, collectionneur, il avait un des ateliers les plus actifs et prospères du 17 e siècle. Mais Rubens ne fut pas simplement un artiste de talent, il fut aussi un diplomate hors norme qui a œuvré pour la paix entre les Pays-Bas espagnols et la République des Provinces unies.
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Celebration of the wines of Beaujolais (featuring the 2024 Beaujolais Nouveau)
2024-12-07 18:30 - 20:30 | 16 Middle St Suite 101, Portland, ME 04101
Price includes tastings of various Beaujolais wines and hors d’oeuvres.

L'Afrique francophone: Republique democratique du Congo
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00
Sponsored by AF of the Lake Champlain Region
Learn more here.
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