Alliance Française of Greenwich

Learn French, Live French, Love French!

New or experienced, join our relaxed, engaging classes led by native French-speaking teachers who are passionate about helping you improve your French skills. Our classes are designed to be supportive and enjoyable, with a focus on making learning French fun and effective.


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Bringing French Culture to you

Discover our extensive cultural/social offerings!

We offer many opportunities for Francophones and Francophiles to gather, speak French, and enjoy all that our town and region have to offer. From special events like our annual "Cocktail de Rentrée" party, to monthly apéros, to weekly French Cinema discussions, we are a very active group and happily welcome newcomers! 


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Focus on French Cinema 2026-27

Annual Film Festival in Greenwich (all films in French with English subtitles) 

Presented in partnership with The Bruce Museum, FFC 2026-27 will showcase newly released Francophone films, featuring an exclusive slate of U.S. premieres. Once a month from September 2026 to July 2027, audiences are invited to experience the inimitable allure of French cinema with in-person screenings, followed by engaging conversations with actors, producers, critics, and industry professionals.


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Learn French // Apprendre le français


French Classes

Start or restart French in a relaxed, supportive environment, with personalized guidance from friendly instructors. Learn at your own pace.

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Private Lessons

Learn French at your own pace with private, tailored tuition, customized to fit your unique needs and schedule.


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Unsure of your level?

Start learning French or refresh your skills with our free online test to find the right level course for you.


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What's on // Nouveautés

Discover top-notch French classes and cultural programs in and around Greenwich, Connecticut. Our partnership with L'Alliance New York opens doors to Manhattan. Immerse yourself in French culture from France and beyond!

Proust Group

Proust Group

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Zoom

This club is devoted to the reading and analysis of Proust’s seven-volume series In Search of Lost Time (À la recherche du temps perdu). Led by Proust scholar Fereshteh Priou, the group will begin a new round on June 11 starting with Swann’s Way (Du côté de chez Swann). The monthly discussions are in English, but feel free to read in its original French text.

To join, please contact Fereshteh Priou at: proust.society@gmail.com. 

For more information, please visit: www.proustsociety.org




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International Book Club

International Book Club

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Zoom

Nov. 17: Jacaranda by Gaël Faye

Read French and French-related books in English! Books discussed at the meeting comprise a wide variety of fascinating authors, subjects and periods. Co-sponsored with the Byram Shubert Library. 




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Handmade Christmas: Watercolor Workshop with Hazel Jarvis

Handmade Christmas: Watercolor Workshop with Hazel Jarvis

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299 Greenwich Avenue
$50.00 USD
14 Places Remaining

Join local artist and illustrator Hazel Jarvis in creating a French-themed Christmas card or illustration in watercolor. All supplies will be provided and all levels of experience are welcome - including no prior experience!

The workshop will begin with a warm-up exercise, following by a step-by-step demonstration. Participants will design on their own with individualized guidance.

Light refreshments will be served.


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Culturethèque

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