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Library Recommendations: Francophone African Literature
The Brown Médiathèque at the Alliance has a great selection of Francophone novels from Africa. Culturethèque, the online French library, also offers Francophone African literature. Alliance members have FREE access to Culturethèque!
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AF Student Spotlight: Dennis Smithenry
AF Student Spotlight: Dennis Smithenry When Dennis Smithenry learned that his ancestors were from Alsace, France, he became motivated to learn French in honor of his family heritage. His journey at the Alliance Française de Chicago began in 2012 when he became a member and started taking French classes.
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Voulez-vous ‘crochet’ avec moi? Sign up for “Tricot Social”! About the Course Join crochet designer Heïdi Mullins-Lemieux for an exclusive introduction to the art of crochet: Tricot Social! In this crochet class, which is taught all in French, you will explore the history of crocheting and how it is used in fashion today.
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Yet another reason why French is great...or 5 actually!
‘‘There are good reasons for learning other languages. As scientists unlock more of the neurological secrets of the brain, they’re learning that speaking more than one language may have cognitive benefits that extend from childhood into old age.
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