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Alliance Francaise de Berkeley Experience the French language, culture, and community in the heart of the East Bay.

An interest in French language and culture is all you need to enjoy the Alliance Française de Berkeley. We admit members of any racial, national or ethnic origin. * French classes at all levels
* Monthly Newsletter
* A library of French books, videos and DVDs
* Social gatherings with French themes
* Cultural events

🎬 Discover two celebrated French actors with our next Ciné Club: Isabelle Huppert & François Cluzet!Explore their career...
10/14/2026

🎬 Discover two celebrated French actors with our next Ciné Club: Isabelle Huppert & François Cluzet!
Explore their careers through their filmographies and join us online to discuss their performances, characters, and cinematic worlds.

💻 Thursdays at 10 AM
🗓️ Starting October 29

🎞️ First film: Loulou (1980), directed by Maurice Pialat. Watch it before our first meeting, then join the conversation!. All films must be watched at home before class. Loulou is available on Kanopy through the San Francisco Public Library.

🦃 No class on November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving.

🔗 Register through the link: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/class-details/?courseId=5300 #/ in our bio or visit www.afberkeley.org

🇫🇷 Ready to start learning French? Our A1.1 classes are perfect for complete beginners! Choose the option that fits your...
10/12/2026

🇫🇷 Ready to start learning French? Our A1.1 classes are perfect for complete beginners! Choose the option that fits your schedule:

💻 Online on Tuesdays at 6 PM
Starting October 27
Lien: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/class-details/?courseId=5251 #/

🏡 In person on Mondays at 6 PM
Starting October 19
📍 Alliance Française de Berkeley
Lien: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/class-details/?courseId=5298 #/

✨ Learn the basics, practice speaking, and take your first steps in French with us!

🔗 Sign up through the link in our bio or visit www.afberkeley.org

🍁🎨 Autumn in Québec… in watercolor!Join us for a creative morning with watercolor artist — and beloved AFB French teache...
10/08/2026

🍁🎨 Autumn in Québec… in watercolor!

Join us for a creative morning with watercolor artist — and beloved AFB French teacher — Lucie Romano!

Inspired by the vibrant colors and landscapes of Québec in the fall, this hands-on workshop will guide you step by step through the joys of watercolor painting. Maple leaves, peaceful lakes, forests, cabins… let the season inspire you! 🍂

Beginners and more experienced painters are all welcome.

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM
📍 Alliance Française de Berkeley
💵 $45 | $40 for AFB members

Come slow down, get creative, and leave with your own Québec-inspired autumn painting. 🖌️

👉 Info & registration: link in bio
https://www.afberkeley.org/en/event-detail/?eventId=768

🎬 FRENCH PREMIÈRE | CRESCENDOJoin us in San Francisco for the next French Première screening!In the middle of rehearsals...
10/06/2026

🎬 FRENCH PREMIÈRE | CRESCENDO

Join us in San Francisco for the next French Première screening!

In the middle of rehearsals for Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, an accusation of sexual abuse shakes the company’s certainties, exposes hidden fractures, and forces everyone to take a stand. Agnès Jaoui deftly explores the questions raised by the movement without ever turning the film into a trial.

French with English Subtitles.

📅 Thursday, October 15
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 The Marina Theater – 2149 Chestnut St, San Francisco

🎟 Tickets: frenchpremiere.com

Email Special codes for the AFB community. Write to [email protected] to request the discount code.

See you at the movies! 🍿🇫🇷

🍰 “C’est pas de la tarte!”No, we’re not talking about dessert… 😄This familiar French expression means that something is ...
10/06/2026

🍰 “C’est pas de la tarte!”

No, we’re not talking about dessert… 😄
This familiar French expression means that something is difficult, complicated, or takes quite a bit of effort.

👉 “Organiser tout ça en une semaine ? C’est pas de la tarte !”
“Organizing all that in one week? It’s no piece of cake!”
And that’s probably the closest English equivalent: “It’s no piece of cake.”

Funny, isn’t it? Both French and English use sweet treats to talk about whether something is easy… or not!

🇫🇷 Discover more iconic French expressions on our blog — link in bio — or here:
https://www.afberkeley.org/en/a-journey-through-iconic-french-expressions/

🇫🇷 Ready to put your French into conversation? Say Salut !Our lively, interactive Conversations for Beginners classes wi...
10/01/2026

🇫🇷 Ready to put your French into conversation? Say Salut !
Our lively, interactive Conversations for Beginners classes will help you expand your vocabulary and build confidence speaking French in a supportive atmosphere.

Choose your level:
🌱 A1 at 6 PM
Already know a little French? Practice speaking through engaging discussions on simple, familiar topics.
Link: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/class-details/?courseId=5227 #/

✨ A2+ at 7 PM
Have a solid foundation? Improve your fluency and listening skills, speak more naturally, and enjoy more detailed conversations about everyday life.
Link: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/class-details/?courseId=5228 #/

🗓️ Both classes begin Thursday, October 15
🏡 In person at the Alliance Française de Berkeley

🦃 No class on November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving.
🔗 Register through the link in our bio or visit www.afberkeley.org

Thinking about investing in real estate in France? 🇫🇷🏡Join us for a free webinar with Christophe Jean, Esq. on Wednesday...
09/29/2026

Thinking about investing in real estate in France? 🇫🇷🏡

Join us for a free webinar with Christophe Jean, Esq. on Wednesday, October 14, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM PT.

In this online talk, Christophe Jean will share legal insights for international buyers and help you better understand what to know when investing in property in France.

📍 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free
🔗 Details here: https://www.afberkeley.org/en/event-detail/?eventId=767
Registrations: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/HpvueHMSSLW26hf7dgaEsw
We hope to see you there!

🎬 Rendez-vous Cinéma: Les Choristes 🎶This October, join us for one of the most beloved French films of the 2000s.Directe...
09/28/2026

🎬 Rendez-vous Cinéma: Les Choristes 🎶

This October, join us for one of the most beloved French films of the 2000s.

Directed by Christophe Barratier, Les Choristes tells the story of Clément Mathieu, a music teacher who arrives at a strict boarding school and gradually transforms the lives of his students through the power of music.

📅 Friday, October 9 | 6–8 PM
📍 Alliance Française de Berkeley
🎞️ In French with English subtitles
🍿 Popcorn & w**e included!
🎟️ $10 | Members $5

Presented in partnership with the Institut Français.

Register via the link in bio or https://www.afberkeley.org/en/event-detail/?eventId=773

📚 AND THE WINNER IS…Our Back-to-School Book Giveaway has officially come to an end!A huge MERCI to everyone who particip...
09/25/2026

📚 AND THE WINNER IS…

Our Back-to-School Book Giveaway has officially come to an end!

A huge MERCI to everyone who participated and shared their love of French books with us! ❤️

🎉 Congratulations to our lucky winner, , who wins all FIVE French books!

We'll be reaching out to you shortly to arrange your prize.

Didn't win this time? Stay tuned! More French discoveries, cultural events, and surprises are coming your way at the Alliance Française de Berkeley.

Keep reading, keep learning, keep French alive! 🇫🇷

🇫🇷 THE EARLY BIRD CATCHES THE FRENCH!Registration for Session 6 is officially OPEN! 🎉Ready to take your French to the ne...
09/24/2026

🇫🇷 THE EARLY BIRD CATCHES THE FRENCH!

Registration for Session 6 is officially OPEN! 🎉

Ready to take your French to the next level? Whether you're just starting out or looking to perfect your skills, we've got a class for you!

🐦 Enjoy 5% OFF your group class tuition with our Early Bird offer! Simply enter promo code Earlybird5 at checkout when registering by October 12.

📚 Explore our class schedule and find your perfect fit!
🔗 Link in bio or visit www.afberkeley.org

À très bientôt à l'Alliance Française de Berkeley! ❤️

Address

2004 Woolsey Street
Berkeley, CA
94703

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 4am - 6:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+15105487481

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