Calendar No. 18 April August 2012

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1 Calendar No. 18 April August 2012

2 French Institute Alliance Française Calendar No. 18 April August FIAF 22 East 60th St New York, NY T F reception@fiaf.org Mon Thur: 9am 8pm Fri: 9am 6pm Sat: 9am 5pm Sun: closed FIAF will be closed May 28 & July 4 FIAF Gallery Ground Floor Tues Fri: 11am 6pm Sat: 11am 5pm Sun & Mon: closed John & Francine Haskell Library 2nd Floor T F library@fiaf.org Mon Thur: 11:30am 8pm Sat: 9:30am 3pm (Closed Sat June 23 Sep 22) Fri & Sun: closed Language Center 3rd Floor T F Mon Thur: 8:30am 8pm Fri: 8:30am 6pm Sat: 9am 2pm Sun: closed Florence Gould Hall & Tinker Auditorium 55 East 59th St (between Park & Madison aves) Box Office 55 East 59th St T (Info only) F Walk-up Hours: Tues: 11am 7pm Wed Fri: 12 7pm Sat: 12 4pm Sun & Mon: closed unless an event is scheduled The Box Office is open one hour prior to all events and up to 30 minutes after the start of all events. Tickets fiaf.org Or complete the Ticket Order Form located in the Months at a Glance centerfold Ticketmaster Open 24/ Connect with fiafny facebook.com/ fiafny Space Rentals FIAF s venues, are available for special events. Contact Wendy Laurent for info wlaurent@fiaf.org Performing Arts & Talks 2 Art de Vivre 4 Gallery 8 Special Events 10 Cinéma 12 Months at a Glance Centerfold Family & Kids 18 John & Francine Haskell Library 24 Language Center 26 Membership 30 Chers Amis, Spring at FIAF bursts with passion, flavor, and fresh events. Iconic actress and New Wave darling Bernadette Lafont joins us for a NY Premiere staged reading of Truffaut s personal letters and introduces her featured cinema selections in April. Get your tastebuds tingling with our Fabulous Flavors series. Join us for a sensuous exploration of taste, from artisanal cocktails and wild food flavors to a talk with Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin and Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar. Learn to build your wine portfolio with our tasting devoted to wine collecting. Explore beyond the green label and taste organic, biodynamic, and sustainable wines. Find your favorite sparkling wine, plus a bonus wine and chocolate tasting hosted by Alain Ducasse s Bistro Benoit. Our now biennial World Nomads series will return in 2013 to celebrate Tunisia. With so many great things coming up, I hope to see you at FIAF soon! Bien amicalement, Le Skyroom 8th Floor Marie-Monique Steckel President Copy-editing: Julia Foster Kathryn Appleton Design & Cover Illustration: Philippe Apeloig Design Assistant: Marion Bizet

3 Performing Arts & Talks 2 3 New York Premiere Bernadette Lafont Letters from Truffaut Wednesday, April 18 at 7pm Bernadette Lafont, the iconic French actress considered to be a major face of New Wave cinema, will read a selection of letters in French written by the celebrated film director François Truffaut to actors, friends, and other collaborators. Truffaut s letters reveal unknown sides of his personality and offer an insider s look at cinema and French cultural life in the 60s. Lafont, who will also share unpublished letters sent to her by Truffaut, will take audiences beyond the great man s films. Concert Irène Jacob Monday, April 23 at 7:30pm Winner of the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1991, Irène Jacob has recently added singer to her extensive resume. Talk David Servan-Schreiber s Life & Legacy Thursday, April 26 at 7pm Franklin Servan-Schreiber will discuss his late brother s book, Not the Last Goodbye: On Life, Death, Healing, and Cancer, a number one bestseller in France. A founding member of Doctors Without Borders, David Servan-Schreiber was an acclaimed psychiatrist, the internationally renowned author of Anticancer: A New Way of Life, and an inspiration to all those struggling with the question of how to live life optimistically in the face of death. Learn about the strength and vision this inspiring man maintained during his 19-year struggle against brain cancer. Letters from Truffaut Le Skyroom In French FIAF Members $25 Non-Members $35 Special thanks to Institut français & the Cultural Services of the French Embassy. Irène Jacob Tinker Auditorium FIAF Members $25 Non-Members $35 David Servan- Schreiber Le Skyroom In English FIAF Members $15 Non-Members $20 p.2 François Truffaut Photofest Accompanied by her brother, Francis, a talented World Jazz musician, Irène will discuss their first album, Je sais nager, and give a preview performance before the album s official U.S. release. Be swept away by Irène s charming voice and subtle rhythms from around the world.

4 Art de Vivre 4 Le Parfum: The Power of Taste 5 Fabulous Flavors Sweet or spicy? Delicious or disgusting? Discover the exciting and creative world of flavors, and meet the innovators shaping a new generation of cuisine and cocktails. Shaking Things Up! Wednesday, May 9 from 4 5pm As Director of Technology at the French Culinary Institute, Dave Arnold encourages chefs to experiment with new technologies and ingredients in the kitchen. Now he s doing the same behind the bar of his exciting new downtown spot Booker and Dax, where he redefines classic cocktails using liquid nitrogen and a hot poker. Join Arnold for an exclusive master class in mixology and sample some of his most popular drinks. The Flavor Lab Tuesday, May 15 at 7pm Ever wonder how string cheese gets its cheddar taste? Meet leading flavorist Marie Wright who has created over 1,000 flavors for major food and beverage companies. As the Chief Global Flavorist for Wild Flavors, Wright will take you behind the scenes to discover and sample the remarkable artistry of flavor creation. Sweet, Sour, Savory: Talk with Eric Ripert & Christina Tosi Wednesday, June 13 at 7pm Join Eric Ripert, executive chef and partner of Le Bernardin, and Christina Tosi, pastry chef and owner of Momofuku Milk Bar, for a discussion on the emotional and cultural influences of flavors. How do flavors shape our memories? How do chefs draw on those emotions in the kitchen? Ripert and Tosi will reveal ways in which they explore new flavors with classic ingredients. The talk will be moderated by Christine Muhlke, Executive Editor of Bon Appétit Magazine, and will be followed by book signings of On The Line by Eric Ripert and Momofuku Milk Bar by Christina Tosi. Shaking Things Up! Booker & Dax at Ssäm Bar, 207 2nd Ave (enter on 13th St) In English Space is limited Must be 21+ FIAF Members $80 Non-Members $95 The Flavor Lab Le Skyroom In English FIAF Members $35 Non-Members $45 Talk with Eric Ripert & Christina Tosi Florence Gould Hall In English FIAF Members $20 Non-Members $25 Liquor for Shaking Things Up! provided by Fabulous Flavors Curated by Melissa Ceria p.4 All Rights Reserved

5 Wine Tour de France 6 7 FIAF s Wine Tour de France continues this spring with three unique tastings led by some of New York s leading sommeliers perfect for wine lovers of all levels. Learn about wine collecting in the first tasting, discover green and organic wines in the second, and toast the beginning of summer in the last. Sign up for all three with the 3-tasting package and save 10%! About the Wines Wines for tastings provided by AOC Fine Wines Presented in partnership with retailer AOC Fine Wines, the Wine Tour de France highlights rare French wines. Known for its extensive portfolio of artisanal and organic wines, AOC Fine Wines scours the globe in search of unique and talented winemakers, and carefully selects wine producers who respect the land. Discover new French producers who are shaping today s wine world. Beyond the Bottle A fresh look at current trends across all French wine regions. Buyers & Cellars: Starting Your Collection Monday, April 9 at 7pm With Hristo Zisovski, Beverage Director at Ai Fiori Are you curious about collecting? Take your first steps towards creating your own collection in this tasting. Sip six wines from different regions and learn how to best select, store, and serve these and similar wines. A practical handbook on starting your own wine portfolio! Green Terroirs: The Organic Debate Monday, April 30 at 7pm With Pascaline Lepeltier, Wine Director at Rouge Tomate Explore and taste a selection of organic, biodynamic, and sustainable wines. Pascaline Lepeltier takes you beyond the green label and discusses the values of sustainable wine-making. Battle of the Bubbles: Champagne vs Sparkling Monday, June 4 at 7pm Explore more Special opportunities to delve deeper into the pleasures of wine. Wine & Chocolate Tasting Monday, May 21 at 7pm at Bistro Benoit With André Compeyre, Chef Sommelier at Bistro Benoit To further enrich your exploration of French wines, FIAF invites you to a mouth-watering evening at Alain Ducasse s Bistro Benoit. Indulge in luxurious gourmet chocolate from RICHART and learn about the subtle pairings of wine with chocolate. FIAF Wine Club Presented by AOC Fine Wines Sharpen your wine skills, start your own portfolio, or share great wines with friends in the comfort of your home. Join the FIAF Wine Club and receive two to three hand-selected bottles delivered to your door each month. AOC Fine Wines was chosen by FIAF to operate the FIAF Wine Club. The wines are selected independently by AOC Fine Wines. Purchasers must be 21 or older. For info, visit aocfinewines.com/fiaf. Wine Tour de France Le Skyroom In English Must be 21+ Single Tasting FIAF Members $95 Non-Members $115 Three Tastings of Your Choice * Save 10% FIAF Members $250 Non-Members $300 *Non-exchangeable. Register at artdevivre@fiaf.org or Special Wine & Chocolate Tasting FIAF Members $95 Non-Members $115 Tickets only available thru FIAF, not at Bistro Benoit. Limited space. Wine Tour de France is presented in partnership with AOC Fine Wines, an online retailer with a network of small wine boutiques in Westchester & Fairfield & at Nancy s on the Upper West Side. Cheese provided by Président & Société With Alex LaPratt, Head Sommelier at DB Bistro Moderne Finish your Wine Tour de France on a bubbly note! Taste classic Champagne varieties and compare them to leading sparkling wines. Pick up tips on how to choose the best sparklings, just in time for summer. Charcuterie provided by D Artagnan Special Tasting sponsored by p.7 Jay Costello

6 Gallery 8 9 Françoise Pétrovitch Inklings Friday, April 27 Saturday, June 23 The FIAF Gallery is pleased to present the New York debut exhibition of Françoise Pétrovitch, a widely admired French artist. Her work is featured in the public collections of several French museums and has been exhibited internationally. Her recent, large-scale installation at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature generated significant acclaim and interest in her work. In Inklings, Pétrovitch pairs her whimsical yet unsettling ink wash drawings with a video installation of over 200 designs. Ethereal and haunting, the raw animal drawings are simultaneously infused with a sense of intimacy and fragility. A sculptor with extensive experience, including at the historic Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Pétrovitch brings a powerful sense of substance and form to her two dimensional drawings. Tour this engaging exhibition and explore Françoise Pétrovitch s imaginative world. Gallery Free and open to public Tue Fri: 11am 6pm Sat: 11am 5pm Special thanks to Galerie RX Sponsored by Gallery events supported by the Bertha and Isaac Liberman Foundation p.8 9 Vanité Françoise Pétrovitch Hervé Plumet

7 Special Events FIAF First Tuesdays April 3, May 1, June 5 from 5:30 8:30pm Meet and mingle with fellow Francophiles at FIAF s acclaimed monthly First Tuesdays event, recommended by Time Out New York. Toast spring with a glass of wine and conversation en français at our popular Rendez-Vous, take a free French class, visit the Haskell Library, tour the latest Gallery exhibition, and more! End the evening with a French film screening, selected by our awardwinning film curator Marie Losier. Bastille Day on 60th Street Sunday, July 15 from 12 5pm Celebrate Bastille Day and enjoy the best of French culture at FIAF s annual street fair on 60th Street! From crêpes, canelés, and fromages with refreshing wine and beer, to live music, this is New York City s ultimate French summer fête. Try your luck at our famous raffle, and shop for classic crafts, gourmet treats, and special gifts, as les enfants enjoy face painting and arts-and-crafts activities at the Kids Corner. Don t miss an afternoon full of fun for the entire famille! First Tuesdays All events are free for FIAF Members Visit fiaf.org/ tuesday for info & Non-Member pricing Wine generously provided by AOC Fine Wines Bastille Day on 60th Street Free and open to the public For more info visit bastilledaynyc.com p.10 All Rights Reserved p.11 Durand Megret

8 Cinéma 12 Bernadette Lafont : Une belle fille comme elle! 13 CinémaTuesdays in April Iconic French actress Bernadette Lafont has dazzled audiences throughout her five-decade-long career. Named the new face of the New Wave by Les Cahiers du cinéma, Lafont comes to FIAF to present a selection of her work, including her films with legendary directors François Truffaut, Jean Eustache, and Claude Chabrol. Bernadette Lafont will introduce The Mischief Makers & Such a Gorgeous Girl Like Me on Tuesday, April 17 at 7pm, and will also present a special reading of letters written by Truffaut on Wednesday, April 18 at 7pm (see p.3). The Good Time Girls Tuesday, April 3 at 12:30 & 4pm Les bonnes femmes Claude Chabrol, B&W. 100 min. With Bernadette Lafont, Clotilde Joano, Stéphane Audran, Lucile Saint-Simon. In Italian & French with English subtitles Rare Screening The Mother and the Whore Tuesday, April 3 at 7:30pm La maman et la putain Jean Eustache, B&W. 217 min. With Bernadette Lafont, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Françoise Lebrun Part of First Tuesdays (p.11) A Very Curious Girl Tuesday, April 10 La fiancée du pirate Nelly Kaplan, Color. 107 min. With Bernadette Lafont, Georges Géret, Henry Czarniak, Claire Maurier Short & Feature The Mischief Makers & Such a Gorgeous Girl Like Me Tuesday, April 17 at 12:30 & 4pm Les mistons François Truffaut, B&W. 23 min. Une belle fille comme moi François Truffaut, Color. 98 min. With Bernadette Lafont, Claude Brasseur, Charles Denner, Guy Marchand Meet the Actress Bernadette Lafont presents The Mischief Makers & Such a Gorgeous Girl Like Me Tuesday, April 17 at 7pm Movie followed by a Q&A with actress Bernadette Lafont Stolen Holidays Tuesday, April 24 Les petites vacances Olivier Peyon, Color. 90 min. With Bernadette Lafont, Adèle Csech, Lucas Franchi, Claude Brasseur CinémaTuesdays Florence Gould Hall unless otherwise noted Films are in French with English subtitles unless otherwise noted FIAF Members Free * $2 advanced tickets * Non-Members $10 Students w/ ID $7 * Free Members tickets distributed day of the event. Show Membership card at the box office. Cinema programs are made possible by Institut français, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy & the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo & the New York State Legislature. CinémaTuesdays is sponsored by Bernadette Lafont Curated by Marie Losier Special thanks to Bernadette Lafont, Bernard Bastide & the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. p.12 Such a Gorgeous Girl Like Me Harold Cornsweet, Photofest

9 Romy Schneider: Empress of the Screen CinémaTuesdays in May & June FIAF is pleased to present a tribute to Romy Schneider, the grand actress, icon, and lover of renowned French actor Alain Delon. Born in Austria, Romy Schneider nevertheless became the darling of French cinema, first with her career-making performances in the Sissi films and later through her work with directors like Claude Chabrol, Henri-Georges Clouzot, and Costa-Gavras. The two-month long series, Empress of the Screen, commemorates the 30th anniversary of this mesmerizing actress s tragic death. Romy Schneider Curated by Marie Losier Special thanks to the Cultural Services of the French Embassy and the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. p.15 Romy Schneider Photofest Le combat dans l île Tuesday, May 1 Alain Cavalier, B&W. 104 min. With Romy Schneider, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Henri Serre, Diane Lepvrier Part of First Tuesdays (p.11) The Things of Life Tuesday, May 8 Les choses de la vie Claude Sautet, Color. 89 min. With Michel Piccoli, Romy Schneider, Gérard Lartigau, Lea Massari Rare Screening Christine Tuesday, May 15 Pierre Gaspard-Huit, Color. 100 min. With Romy Schneider, Alain Delon, Jean-Claude Brialy, François Chaumette The Grilling Tuesday, May 22 Garde à vue Claude Miller, Color. 86 min. With Lino Ventura, Michel Serrault, Romy Schneider, Guy Marchand Clouzot s Inferno Tuesday, May 29 L enfer d Henri-Georges Clouzot Serge Bromberg and Ruxandra Medrea using rushes from Henri-Georges Cluzot s Inferno, Color and B&W. 94 min. With Romy Schneider, Bérénice Bejo, Serge Reggiani, Jacques Gamblin The Swimming Pool Tuesday, June 5 La piscine Jacques Deray, Color. 120 min. With Alain Delon, Romy Schneider, Maurice Ronet, Jane Birkin Part of First Tuesdays (p.11) Womanlight Tuesday, June 12 Clair de femme Costa-Gavras, Color. 105 min. With Yves Montand, Romy Schneider, Romolo Valli, Lila Kedrova A Woman at Her Window Tuesday, June 19 Tinker Auditorium Une femme à sa fenêtre Pierre Granier-Deferre, Color. 110 min. With Umberto Orsini, Philippe Noiret, Victor Lanoux, Romy Schneider. In English The Train Tuesday, June 26 Tinker Auditorium Le train Pierre Granier-Deferre, B&W. 95 min. With Jean-Louis Trintignant, Romy Schneider, Maurice Biraud, Paul Amiot

10 Festival & Special Screenings Disappearing Act IV: European Film Festival in New York Friday Saturday, April Disappearing Act IV, New York s only European film festival, showcases the vitality of contemporary European cinema. For the fourth edition, FIAF is thrilled to present five of the 25 narrative and documentary films presented in the festival. For film titles & showtimes, visit fiaf.org. Disappearing Act IV Tinker Auditorium Free and open to the public The Festival is curated & produced by Irena Kovarova. From the Other Side Florence Gould Hall CinémaTuesdays pricing. See p.13 Disappearing Act IV is organized by the Czech Center New York and the Romanian Cultural Institute in New York, in partnership with the New York branches of the Austrian Cultural Forum, The Belgian Tourist Office Brussels Wallonia, the Consulate General of the Republic of Croatia, the Consulate General of Estonia, the Consulate General of the Slovak Republic, the Consulate General of Slovenia, the Consulate General of Sweden, the Consulate General of Switzerland, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, FIAF, Flanders House, the Goethe-Institut, the Hungarian Cultural Center, IFC Center, Instituto Cervantes & the Consulate General of Spain, the Italian Cultural Institute, the Polish Cultural Institute, and with the support of the +421 Foundation, the Croatian Audiovisual Centre, the EYE Film Institute Netherlands, and the Slovak Film Institute. An official project of EUNIC, sponsored by The EU Delegation to the United Nations. Meet the Director Chantal Akerman From the Other Side Thursday, May 3 at 7pm Chantal Akerman will participate in a post-screening Q&A, moderated by Professor Jerry W. Carlson, Director of the Cinema Studies Program at the City College of NY (CUNY). De l autre côté Chantal Akerman, Color. 99 min. In Spanish, French & English with English subtitles Celebrated Belgian director Chantal Akerman travels to the border towns of Agua Prieta and Sonora, Mexico where thousands of Mexicans teeter between poverty and opportunity. Chosen by Les Cahiers du cinéma as one of the 10 best films of 2002, From the Other Side offers a powerful yet unsentimental portrait of Mexicans who leave everything and risk their lives to cross the border into Arizona where hope of a better life awaits. Sneak Preview Cloclo Wednesday, May 9 at 7pm Florent-Emilio Siri, Color. 128 min. With Jérémie Renier, Benoît Magimel, Robert Knepper, Sabrina Seyvecou The fascinating story of Claude François (Cloclo), one of the most famous French pop singers, comes to the big screen. Discover the man behind Cloclo-mania and the legendary song My Way in a sneak preview of a film chronicling his successful career and ultimately tragic end. Supported in part by the Belgian Tourist Office Special thanks to Jerry W. Carlson at CUNY, Chantal Akerman & the Department of Media & Communication Arts of the City College of NY (CUNY). Cloclo Florence Gould Hall CinémaTuesdays pricing. See p.13 Supported in part by p.16 Chantal Akerman Jean-Pierre Stoop p.17 Cloclo Studio Canal

11 Family & Kids 18 Toddlers, Kids & Teens 19 Family Saturdays Celebrate le printemps at Family Saturdays! Introduce children to the richness of French cultures through spring-themed activities and performances. Perfect for les petits and parents alike! Saturday, April 21 Performance With Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) at 1pm Ages 3 & up Le Skyroom Calling all music lovers! Bring your little ones to a unique musical performance led by virtuoso violinist/composer Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR), past collaborator with Philip Glass, Bill T. Jones, and Lady Gaga. The son of Haitian immigrants, the artist explores how his roots merge with his classical training to create an explosive performance. Library: Open House from 3:15 5pm All ages Haskell Library Explore the Library and discover its extensive children s collection. Story hour in French with arts & crafts and snacks for kids, ages 3 6, will be held from 3:30 4:15pm. CinéKids: Double Feature Films & Activity at 3:30pm Ages 5 & up Le Skyroom L été de Boniface Pierre-Luc Granjon & Antoine Lanciaux, Animated. 27 min. Queen Héloise has fallen in love with the beguiling storyteller Boniface. Unlike her mother the Queen, Princess Mélie sees through Boniface s charms to his true goal taking over the kingdom. Will Mélie be able to reveal the truth and save the kingdom in time? Ma petite planète chérie Jacques-Rémy Girerd, Animated. 25 min. FIAF celebrates Earth Day with the screening of five short episodes from Ma petite planète chérie. This charming animated series will teach kids about the environment, inspiring them to become true nature-lovers. Following the films, children will do an arts-&-craft project using recycled materials. Family Saturdays All events except the Library require tickets CinéKids at FIAF Films are in French without subtitles unless otherwise noted FIAF Members $7 Non-Members $10 Performance FIAF Members $10 Non-Members $15 Haskell Library Free p.18 L été de Boniface Courtesy of Folimage

12 ung Audience Toddlers, Kids & Teens Saturday, May 12 French Activities en famille at 11am Ages 5 & up Le Skyroom Let the creativity flow! Les petits will enjoy an arts-&-crafts activity, just in time for Mother s Day. Performance Bearskin Directed by Barbara Kilpatrick With Laurel Tentindo & Luis de Robles Tentindo at 1pm Ages 8 & up Tinker Auditorium Enter the magical world of Bearskin (Peau d ours), a French fairy tale about a resilient young girl who turns into a bear to escape an ogre. Directed by Barbara Kilpatrick, an award-winning designer, two movement artists bring the story to life using a miniature theater and imaginative props. Kids will create their own miniature theater following the performance. Library: Open House from 3:15 5pm All ages Haskell Library Explore the Library and discover its extensive children s collection. CinéKids: Film & Activity Raining Cats and Frogs at 3:30pm Ages 5 & up Tinker Auditorium La prophétie des grenouilles Jacques-Rémy Girerd, 2003 Animated. 90 min. In French with English subtitles When a flood hits suddenly, an old sea captain becomes a modern-day Noah, welcoming animals from the zoo aboard his floating house. In order to protect the smaller ones, he forces all the animals to become vegetarians, causing a mutiny among the carnivorous shipmates. Adventurous and charming, Raining Cats and Frogs is an award-winning film from the acclaimed writer and producer of the Oscar-nominated A Cat in Paris, screened at FIAF in November Young Audience FIAF s Young Audience Program is an active education outreach initiative. It gives school groups the opportunity to attend entertaining, educational events selected for their artistic excellence and connection to French and Francophone cultures. Events open only to school groups. For info, visit fiaf.org/youngaudience. Performance Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) Friday, April 20 at 11am Performance Bearskin Directed by Barbara Kilpatrick Friday, May 11 at 11am Young Audience Program Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) Florence Gould Hall Bearskin Tinker Auditorium School groups only Grades 6 12 Public School Groups: Free Other School Groups: $8/student for performances Reservations are mandatory & must be made in writing Reservations: Héloïse Darcq hdarcq@fiaf.org Story hour in French for kids, ages 3 6, with arts & crafts and snacks will be held from 3:30 4:15pm. Supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council & by the American Society of the French Legion of Honor. Family Saturdays All events except the Library require tickets Activities en famille In French FIAF Members $7 Non-Members $10 Performance FIAF Members $10 Non Members $15 Haskell Library Free CinéKids Films are in French without subtitles unless otherwise noted FIAF Members $7 Non-Members $10 American Society of the French Legion of Honor p.21 Bearskin Barbara Kilpatrick

13 Toddlers, Kids & Teens Haskell Library Contes et confettis Wednesdays, 3:45 4:30pm April 11 & 25 May 9 & 23 June 6 Ages 3 6 Fun French story-time and craft projects, led by Jessica Feinman. à petits pas : Story Hour Thursdays, 11:30am 12:30pm April 5 & 19 May 3, 17 & 31 June 14 Ages 2 3 A story hour designed especially for toddlers. L Heure du conte Thursdays, 3:45 4:30pm April 5 & 19 May 3, 17 & 31 June 14 Ages 3 6 Stories and songs in French with Violette Benzaken. Ciné-Club des frimousses Thursdays, 3:45 4:30pm April 12 & 26 May 10 & 24 June 7 Ages 3 8 A French story and movie club. Light snacks will be provided. Language Center à petits pas : French for Toddlers Ages 1 5 New York s popular, playful French language immersion program designed specifically for toddlers. Cook in French Classes & Workshops Ages 5 11 Inspire, excite, and feed the curiosity of your growing gourmet! Kids Acting Class Ages 6 17 A special interactive class crafted for budding lovers of theater and French. Work towards fluency while doing improv and theater games! Native and non-native French speakers welcome. French Summer Programs announced! Registration is now open Camp starts June 18 This is our second year doing French camp and both years have been hugely successful! FIAF Summer Camp Parent Toddlers French Mini Day Camp Mondays Thursdays from 9am 12pm or 1:30 4:30pm Ages 3 5 All levels Half days only Kids Summer Fun in French: Les 1001 histoires de la Francophonie! Mondays Thursdays * from 9:30am 4:30pm With Garderie **, from 8:30am 5:30pm * Offered in New York and New Jersey ** Offered only in New York Haskell Library All programs en français Hours Mon Thu: 11:30am 8pm Fri & Sun: Closed Sat: 9:30am 3pm (Closed on Sat from June 23 Sept 22) Contes et confettis, L Heure du conte & Ciné-Club des frimousses FIAF Members Free Non-Members $5 To reserve, call one week ahead à petits pas : Story Hour FIAF Members Free Non-Members $10 To reserve, call Ages 5 11 All levels Bilingual groups also available à petits pas is supported by French Immersion for Kids & Teens Mondays Fridays from 9:30am 12:30pm Ages & All levels French Cultural Fun & Discoveries for Kids & Teens Mondays Fridays from 1 4pm Language Center For info visit fiaf.org, languagecenter@ fiaf.org or call p.22 à petit pas class Junenoire Mitchell Ages All levels

14 Haskell Library Adult Programs Café de la Presse Thursdays at 6:30pm April 5, May 3 & June 7 Share your interest in France and discuss current events as seen in the French press. For B1 students and above. Space is limited. Call to register. Cercles de lecture Thursdays at 6:30pm April 12 Intermediate B1 April 19 Advanced B2 May 10 Advanced Beginner A2 May 17 Intermediate B1 May 24 Advanced B2 June 14 Advanced Beginner A2 Join fellow Francophiles at popular book discussion groups. Space is limited. Register in person at the Library. Check fiaf.org/library or Yann Carmona at ycarmona@fiaf.org with questions. Faîtes vos jeux! Thursdays at 6:30pm April 26 Taboo May 31 Scrabble Practice French while playing fun games en français! Space is limited. To register, call One Book, One Federation Book Club FIAF and the Federation of Alliances Françaises are proud to present a special book discussion group. Gather with lovers of literature for three sessions to discuss French author Philippe Simiot s book Le banquier et le perroquet (The Banker and the Parrot). This award-winning book recounts the true story of French captain Etienne Girard who settled in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776 to escape the British and later became the richest man in the U.S. For students level B2 and above. Session 1 Tuesday, April 3 at 6:30pm Session 2 Tuesday, May 1 at 6:30pm Session 3 Tuesday, June 5 at 6:30pm Library Hours Mon Thu: 11:30am 8pm Fri & Sun: Closed Sat: 9:30am 3pm (Closed on Sat from June 23 Sept 22) Café de la Presse FIAF Members Free Non-Members $5 Cercles de lecture FIAF Members only $20 per session Book included Faîtes vos jeux! FIAF Members only $5 per person One Book One Federation FIAF Members only $20 for all 3 sessions Book included All programs en français For more info & dates, visit fiaf.org/library p.24 Mikhail Kokhanchikov, 123rf.com

15 Language Center 26 French Classes in New York 27 & Montclair, New Jersey Spring Term Adults, Toddlers, Kids & Teens 11-Week Session April 2 June 16 Adults Accelerated 5½-Week Sessions April 2 May 8 May 9 June 14 2-Week Immersion Sessions May 21 June 1 June 4 16 No classes Monday, May 28 Make-up Friday, June 1 Registration is currently open sign up now! Summer Term Adults, Toddlers, Kids & Teens June 25 September 21 Adults 10-Week Session June 25 August 31 Accelerated 5-Week Sessions June 25 July 26 July 30 August 30 How to Register 3 Quick & Easy Ways Online fiaf.org By phone In person Language Center, 3rd floor Free placement test! Not sure about your level? New students who have previously studied French are required to take a free placement test, available any time at fiaf.org, or in person at FIAF s NYC headquarters every Friday, 1 5:30pm. French in Montclair, NJ Classes for Adults, Toddlers, Kids & Teens FIAF programs in Montclair, NJ now take place at the lovely Carriage House located at 331 Claremont Avenue in Montclair. The new location has been renovated and redesigned to offer the same state-of-the-art facilities as FIAF New York! For more info, visit fiaf.org/nj, or contact Anne-Sophie Roure, NJ Coordinator, at or asroure@fiaf.org Schedule Information Mon Thu classes offered in the morning, afternoon & evening Fri classes offered only in the morning Sat classes offered in the morning & afternoon, spring only Summer classes are not held on Sat. 2-week Immersion classes are in the morning & evening. For schedules, pricing & class descriptions, visit fiaf.org p.26 Serge Bloch 2-Week Immersion Sessions Monday Friday June July 2 13 July July 30 August 10 August August 27 September 7 September Registration opens Monday, May 28 No classes Wednesday, July 4 or Monday, September 3 Make-up TBD with teacher (except Immersion Sessions)

16 Adult Programs 28 Teachers Professional Development 29 The Language Center offers general French classes for all levels, in addition to thematic courses and specialized workshops. FIAF uses the latest textbooks and teaching methodologies for classes to emphasize full immersion in the French language. This progressive, high-tech method includes digital textbooks to complement our interactive SmartBoards for Beginner and Intermediate classes. Visit fiaf.org for more info. New Resources & Services Phonetics & Listening Comprehension via Speedlingua U.S. Premiere FIAF presents Speedlingua, a new high-tech, web-based teaching method designed to improve listening comprehension, French pronunciation, and diction. FIAF s highly trained instructors will provide personalized assistance and guidance. FIAF Virtual Classrooms Private Online Lessons Learn French in the comfort of your home or office while enjoying the benefits of being in a FIAF classroom. Our highly-trained, native French-speaking instructors design personalized lessons tailored to your needs. Flexible scheduling throughout the day or evening. Rendez-Vous in NYC Tuesdays, from 6:30 8:30pm April 3, May 1, June 5 & July 10 Join French-speakers of all levels after work for conversation moderated by native speakers. Enjoy free 30-minute French classes for all levels at 6 & 7pm, followed by wine, soft drinks, and snacks in the stunning Skyroom. Make new French and American friends in a fun, welcoming environment! Part of First Tuesdays (p.11) Rendez-Vous at FIAF Montclair Fridays, from 7 9pm April 13, May 11, June 15 Enjoy conversation en français, wine, and cheese. Free for all! FIAF offers workshops presented by specialists of language-learning, for current and future teachers to help improve their instruction of French to primary and secondary level students, and adults. Developing Writing & Speaking Comprehension in a FLE Course Friday, May 18 5:30 8:30pm Presenter: Linda Hanssler Wenner, Coordinator of the Educational Exchange Program at the Cultural Services of the French Embassy/ French Instructor/Pedagogical Advisor for the French Heritage Language Program Phonetics via Speedlingua Special thanks to Rendez-Vous NYC Le Skyroom en français; exchange in English is welcome FIAF Members Free Non-Members $12 Tickets available at the door Wine generously provided by AOC Fine Wines Cocktails are generously provided by Rendez-Vous Montclair, NJ The Carriage House 331 Claremont Ave Montclair, NJ en français; exchange in English is welcome Free and open to the public Teachers Development en français 3-hr workshop: $40 For more info call Teachers Workshop is supported by the American Society of the French Legion of Honor & the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie American Society of the French Legion of Honor p.29 Adult French Class Sasha Arutyunova

17 Membership Your year-round passport to French culture in NYC Join Today! FIAF Membership benefits include: free admission to CinémaTuesdays; full access to the Haskell Library; discounted tickets to all FIAF cultural events; invitations to Members-only special events; discounts with FIAF partners; and much more. For full info, visit fiaf.org/membership FIAF Young Patrons A group for FIAF Members between the ages of 21 and 40. Meet and socialize with other FIAF supporters and lovers of French culture at special events and activities. Choose your Membership level and sign up to become a Young Patron it s free! Corporate FIAF is proud to offer complimentary Memberships to employees of organizations enrolled in FIAF s Corporate Membership Program. For info about our Corporate Membership opportunities contact Adrienne Serafin, External Affairs Coordinator, at or aserafin@fiaf.org Individual 100% tax-deductible Become part of FIAF, New York s premier center for French culture and language, and enjoy all the exciting benefits! Individual $95 Senior & Academic * $75 Under 25 ** $35 Family 100% tax-deductible FIAF offers fun and educational programs for kids throughout the year. Make FIAF a destination for your famille with a Family Membership. Family *** $150 Senior & Academic * $110 Premier partially tax-deductible FIAF s Premier Membership offers additional benefits and special invitations. Contributing $300 $270 tax-deductible Invitations to Premier Member events Yearly guest passes (2) to CinémaTuesdays Free tickets (2) to a FIAF event All FIAF Membership benefits Supporting $800 $720 tax-deductible VIP seating & early ticketing for FIAF events 90-minute private French lesson (1) Free tickets (4) to a FIAF event All Contributing Membership benefits Patron $2,000 $1,800 tax-deductible 90-minute private French lessons (2) Free tickets (8) to a FIAF event Yearly guest passes (4) to CinémaTuesdays All Supporting Membership benefits For info about Membership & Young Patrons: Celine Mazieres Membership Office, 2nd Floor Visit fiaf.org/ membership * Valid proof of age (65 years and older) or full-time scholastic affiliation required. ** Valid proof of age (25 years and under) required. *** Family includes two adults & up to four children under 18. p.30 Junenoire Mitchell

18 Membership Enrollment Form Tear Here Corporate Members Program Sponsors Join Renew Upgrade Leadership Partner Mr. Mrs. Ms. Dr. Mr. & Mrs. First Name Last Name The official airline of FIAF Address home business Apt/Suite City / State / Zip code Phone The official airline of FIAF Rouge Members The Cultural Services of the French Embassy (will not be shared) Additional Cards (For Family Membership categories only) FIAF Membership No. (For renewals and upgrades) Florence Gould Foundation Individual Memberships Individual $95 Senior * $75 Academic * $75 Under 25 * $35 Family Memberships Family $150 Senior * $110 Academic * $110 Premier Memberships Patron $2,000 Supporting $800 Contributing $300 See page 31 or visit fiaf.org for more information on Member Benefits. * Include proof of eligibility: Proof of age 65+ (Senior); Student or teacher ID (Academic); Proof of age 25 or younger (Under 25). Blanc Members Which FIAF programs would you like to receive information about? Music Dance Theater Film Art / Gallery Library Programs French Classes Kids / Family Events Talks / Discussions Social Events Food and Wine Fashion Please let us know how we can serve you better: Bleu Members Robert de Rothschild Charge my: MC Visa Amex Check enclosed made payable to French Institute Alliance Française Print Name (as it appears on card) Signature Moeller Fine Art The Peter Jay Sharp Foundation Credit Card No. Expiration Card Security Code No. FIAF Members Enjoy Discounted Prices on FIAF events! Check here if you are also sending in the Ticketing Form and would like to receive discounted Member pricing for events. The form is in the Months at a Glance centerfold.

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20 April 2 MON Begin Language Center 5½ & 11-Week French Classes LC p.27 3 TUE 12:30 & 4pm Cinéma The Good Time Girls FREE FGH p.13 3 TUE 6:30pm Haskell Library One Book, One Federation, FIAF First Tuesdays LIB p.25 3 TUE 6:30 8:30pm Language Center Rendez-Vous, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE SKY p.28 3 TUE 7:30pm Cinéma The Mother and the Whore, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE FGH p.13 5 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Café de la Presse FREE LIB p.25 9 MON 7pm Art de Vivre Wine Tour de France: Buyers & Cellars SKY p.6 10 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma A Very Curious Girl FREE FGH p THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Intermediate Level B1) LIB p FRI 7 9pm Language Center Rendez-Vous in Montclair FREE CH p FRI Begin Cinéma Festival: Disappearing Act IV FREE TA p SAT Cinéma Festival: Disappearing Act IV FREE TA p TUE 12:30 & 4pm Cinéma The Mischief Makers & Such a Gorgeous Girl Like Me FREE FGH p TUE 7pm Cinéma Meet the Actress: Bernadette Lafont FREE FGH p WED 7pm Performing Arts & Talks Bernadette Lafont: Letters from Truffaut SKY p.3 19 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Advanced B2) LIB p SAT 1pm FIAF Family Saturdays Performance with Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) SKY p SAT 3:15 5pm FIAF Family Saturdays Library: Open House & Story Hour FREE LIB p SAT 3:30pm FIAF Family Saturdays CinéKids: L été de Boniface & Ma petite planète chérie SKY p MON 7:30pm Performing Arts & Talks Irène Jacob TA p.3 24 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma Stolen Holidays FREE FGH p THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Faîtes vos jeux! Taboo LIB p THU 7pm Performing Arts & Talks David Servan-Schreiber s Life & Legacy SKY p.3 27 FRI Opens Gallery Françoise Pétrovitch: Inklings FREE GAL p.9 30 MON 7pm Art de Vivre Wine Tour de France: Green Terroirs SKY p.6 May 1 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma Le combat dans l île, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE FGH p.14 1 TUE 6:30pm Haskell Library One Book, One Federation, FIAF First Tuesdays LIB p.25 1 TUE 6:30 8:30pm Language Center Rendez-Vous, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE SKY p.28 3 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Café de la Presse FREE LIB p.25 3 THU 7pm Cinéma Meet the Director: Chantal Akerman FREE FGH p.16 8 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma The Things of Life FREE FGH p.14 9 WED Begin Language Center Accelerated 5½-Week French Classes LC p.27 9 WED 4pm Art de Vivre Shaking Things Up! BD p.5 9 WED 7pm Cinéma Sneak Preview: Cloclo FREE FGH p THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Advanced Beginner A2) LIB p FRI 7 9pm Language Center Rendez-Vous in Montclair FREE CH p SAT 11am FIAF Family Saturdays Activities en famille SKY p SAT 1pm FIAF Family Saturdays Performance: Bearskin TA p SAT 3:15 5pm FIAF Family Saturdays Library: Open House & Story Hour FREE LIB p SAT 3:30pm FIAF Family Saturdays CinéKids: Raining Cats and Frogs TA p TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma Christine FREE FGH p TUE 7pm Art de Vivre The Flavor Lab SKY p.5 17 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Intermediate B1) LIB p MON 7pm Art de Vivre Wine Tour de France: Special Wine & Chocolate Tasting BB p.6 22 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma The Grilling FREE FGH p THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Advanced B2) LIB p TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma Clouzot s Inferno FREE FGH p THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Faîtes vos jeux! Scrabble LIB p.25 June 4 MON 7pm Art de Vivre Wine Tour de France: Battle of the Bubbles SKY p.6 5 TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma The Swimming Pool, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE FGH p.14 5 TUE 6:30pm Haskell Library One Book, One Federation, FIAF First Tuesdays LIB p.25 5 TUE 6:30 8:30pm Language Center Rendez-Vous, FIAF First Tuesdays FREE SKY p.28 7 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Café de la Presse FREE LIB p TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma Womanlight FREE FGH p WED 7pm Art de Vivre Talk with Eric Ripert & Christina Tosi FGH p.5 14 THU 6:30pm Haskell Library Cercles de lecture (Advanced Beginner A2) LIB p FRI 7 9pm Language Center Rendez-Vous in Montclair FREE CH p MON Begin Language Center French Summer Day Camp Programs LC p TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma A Woman at Her Window FREE TA p MON Begin Language Center 5 & 10-Week French Classes LC p TUE 12:30, 4 & 7:30pm Cinéma The Train FREE TA p.14 July 10 TUE 6:30 8:30pm Language Center Rendez-Vous FREE SKY p SUN 12 5pm Special Event Bastille Day on 60th Street FREE p MON Begin Language Center 5-Week French Classes LC p.27 French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) Off-site locations Tickets CH The Carriage House 331 Claremont Ave Montclair, NJ FGH Florence Gould Hall 55 East 59th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) Florence Gould Hall will be closed from June 22 thru September 4 for renovation GAL FIAF Gallery 22 East 60th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) Ground Floor LIB John & Francine Haskell Library 22 East 60th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) 2nd Floor SKY Le Skyroom 22 East 60th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) 8th Floor TA Tinker Auditorium 55 East 59th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) BB Bistro Benoit 60 West 55th Street New York, NY BD Booker and Dax at Ssäm Bar 207 2nd Avenue New York, NY FREE Denotes programs that are free for FIAF Members Box Office 55 East 59th Street (info only) Ticketmaster Open 24/ fiaf.org Programs and dates are subject to change without notice LC Language Center 22 East 60th Street (btwn Madison & Park aves) 3rd Floor Tear Here Order FIAF Tickets 1. Online at fiaf.org 2. By Phone Ticketmaster at In Person Florence Gould Hall Box Office 55 East 59th St Tues: 11am 7pm Wed Fri: 12 7pm Sat: 12 4pm 4. Mail Order Send completed order form, payment, * and self-addressed envelope to: French Institute Alliance Française Attn: FGH Box Office 22 East 60th St New York, NY *Check or credit card required 5. By Fax Complete order form and fax to Faxing on day of the event does not guarantee availability. Information: fiaf.org Members must present Membership card when purchasing tickets at the Box Office. All sales are final. No cancellations, refunds, or exchanges. Name Phone Address home business Apt / Suite City / State / Zip code Your will not be shared. Fill in the title, date, time, ticket quantity, and price for the event(s) you wish to attend. Become a Member now and purchase tickets at FIAF Member prices. Yes, I m becoming a Member, and I ve attached the completed Membership Application from page 32. 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