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

Our 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 Hour
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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Book Swap
French Book Swap

French Book Swap

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43 King Street, Burlington VT 05401

Refresh your collection of French-language books!  Come to the French Book Swap!




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Social Hour
Burlington Social Hour

Burlington 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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Upcoming Events in  Northern Vermont

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Northern Vermont
Veteran Families in the Lake Champlain Basin, 1783–1850

Veteran Families in the Lake Champlain Basin, 1783–1850

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Vermont Genealogy Library

Suzanne Blanchard explores French-Canadian and Acadian participants in the American Revolution, their descendants, and their foundational role in the Lake Champlain region’s Francophone communities. Admission is $10.  This is the fourth presentation in a series on French Canadians in the Lake Champlain Basin.




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Northern Vermont
Balfolk

Balfolk

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UVM, 208 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT

A brief lesson followed by a bal,.  More info on Instagram and on the UVM Contra & Folk Dance Society website.

  • What: Balfolk = bal [dance] + folklorique [folk] — a buoyant and enlivening mix of simple group circle dances, partner dances, and dances involving lines/chains, mostly hailing from various European traditions.  No partner or prior experience necessary.  All dances will be taught.
  • Who: Mary Wesley (dance guide), with live music by Jeremiah McLane, McKinley James, and Tim Cummings
  • Hosted by: the UVM Contra & Folk Dance Society
  • How much: $5 - $15 suggested donation




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    Northern Vermont
    Equinox Wind Quintet

    Equinox Wind Quintet

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    The Phoenix Art Gallery, 5 Stowe Street, Waterbury, VT

    A concert featuring works by French composers Claude Arrieu, Claude Debussy, and Francis Poulenc.




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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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    Art & Music France Sister Cities
    Sep 30

    "The Mystery of Satie," film screening

    A film about a Honfleur composer, created by a Honfleur filmmaker. 

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    France
    Aug 7

    Learning from Alsace-Lorraine: Contents

    Wayne Senville's travel journal

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    France
    Aug 6

    Learning from Alsace-Lorraine 18: Un paysage alsacien

    Wayne Senville's travel journal concludes.

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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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