French language and culture
on the shores of Lake Champlain

Our French School offers a variety of specialty courses in addition to traditional language classes for adults. We build Vermont's Francophone/Francophile community by hosting French conversation hours and other social events. And we strive to keep you informed about French-related cultural happenings in northern Vermont.


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Learn French Now // Apprenez le français

Learn French with the AFLCR! Our courses focus on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, and our experienced instructors make learning engaging and supportive for all levels.

Classes

Group classes suit all levels, from beginner to advanced, offering a supportive environment. Begin your language journey or enhance existing skills.

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Find My Level

Find your level with our online assessment. This quick tool helps identify your current French level, ensuring you enroll in the most suitable course.

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Why Learn French?

Learning French opens a gateway to a rich culture that values quality of life, intellectualism, and social connection as well as many other benefits.

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"I begin to learn the French tongue, and recommend it to my countrymen."   —Ethan Allen, 1779

Upcoming Events // Événements à venir

You don’t have to speak French to participate in activities through the Alliance Française. We welcome everyone that is interested in learning and experiencing French and Francophile culture.

Social Hours
Burlington In-Person Social Hour

Burlington In-Person Social Hour

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Hilton Garden Inn, 101 Main St., Burlington

Our longest-running monthly social hour, on the last Friday of every month.  




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Social Hours
Croissants et Conversation

Croissants et Conversation

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43 King Street, Burlington VT 05401

A social hour for novice French speakers!  




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Featured Articles // Articles en vedette

Read the most recent articles and updates from our French community. Explore our community's stories and enjoy a deeper look into the French language and culture.

Patsy's Kitchen

Explore the rich culinary traditions of France and French Canada as our cuisinière extraordinaire Patsy Jamieson shares recipes and culinary techniques.

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Sister Cities

Discover the vibrant connections between Burlington and her two Francophone sister cities. Enjoy exclusive dispatches from local historian Philippe Grenier in Honfleur, France, and follow our developing ties with Thiès-Est (Senegal).

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Culture

Vermonters love to travel to France, Québec, and the rest of the francophone world. In this potpourri, they eagerly share their impressions with you!

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Patsy's Kitchen France
Dec 30 '25

Galette des rois (Kings' Cake)

Brighten your January with a traditional galette des rois (king's cake)!

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Patsy's Kitchen Vermont
Nov 23 '25

Pain d'épice (Spice Bread)

This festive but easy bread will fill your kitchen with the aroma of warm spices!

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Language
Oct 16 '25

Soft Launch of French Learning Hub

The French Learning Hub creates opportunities for children in Pre-K through Grade 8 to experience French immersion in meaningful and playful ways.

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Upcoming Events in  Northern Vermont

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Northern Vermont
Partizanfilm: A Private Life (2025)

Partizanfilm: A Private Life (2025)

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Partizanfilm, 230 College Street, Burlington

Title: Vie privée
Date: 2025
Running time: 103 minutes
Language: French
Country: France

A black comedy mystery thriller. Starts at Partizanfilm on January 30; check the website for other dates.




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Northern Vermont
Partizanfilm: Arco (2025)

Partizanfilm: Arco (2025)

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Partizanfilm, 230 College Street, Burlington

Director: Ugo Bienvenu
Running time: 89 minutes
Country: France
Language: English

An animated science fantasy film that has received numerous award nominations. For showtimes, please visit the Partizanfilm website.




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Northern Vermont
Senegalese griot master Ablaye Cissoko

Senegalese griot master Ablaye Cissoko

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Goddard College, Plainfield, VT

Senegalese kora master Ablaye Cissoko shares the stage in a mesmerizing collaboration with French accordionist and composer Cyrille Brotto. Together, they create an exotic, yet strikingly modern sound that melds the deep traditions of their very different musical cultures and showcases their unique artistry.

Ablaye Cissoko is an avid cross-cultural collaborator. He incorporates Mandinka griot traditions with contemporary musical creation, performing with artists across genres, including world music, jazz, classical and baroque. Cyrille Brotto is an accomplished diatonic accordionist and multi-instrumentalist, with a distinguished performing and educational profile across Europe. The rapport between these two artists is evident in their mesmerizing music. Together, they perform a gift of poetic imagination and musical intelligence, at times so harmonious that it seems as if touched by grace.

www.ablaye-cissoko.com | www.cyrillebrotto.com




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Go further // Aller plus loin

Become a Member

As an AFLCR member, you'll enjoy discounts on classes, special events, access to an online French-language library-and voting privileges at our annual meeting!

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Volunteer

Do you have a skill you'd like to share? Or free time you'd like to donate to promoting French language and culture? Consider becoming part of our team today!

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Donate

Your donations provide vital support as we continue our programs and events in Francophone Vermont.

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