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National Tour - Author Ron Katz and photographer Arielle de La Tour d'Auvergne
Cover of French America, by Ron Katz and Arielle de La Tour d'Auvergne
The Federation will be sponsoring, as part of the Federation President's Grant and in conjunction with the Delegation Generale tournée, a series of illustrated lectures by author Ron Katz and photographer Arielle de La Tour d'Auvergne, on the subject of their book French America from Sept 25 to Oct. 8 2008.
The book explores the rich French heritage in the United States. It is a highly visual book and a unique publication. Never before has the French heritage in America been presented this way in full color and with accompanying commentary. The book contains a broad overview of the history and present state of French structures and sites still standing in the US, from New England to the Gulf of Mexico. This is interspersed with special features on elements of French culture in the United States, such as the Huguenots and their descendants, French plantation architecture, and the cultural importance of Cajun country in Louisiana.
Eric Vincent Tournée aux Etats-Unis - 2008
Eric Vincent
The French singer-songwriter, Eric Vincent (http://www.eric-vincent.com),
will be back in the USA in the Fall of 2008 for a new tour on campuses.
The tournée will begin at the end of September and will last until Thanksgiving.
If you are interested in a concert and/or a workshop session, to help the promotion of French in your College, University or High School,
we recommend that you contact Marie-Claude Barbin, as soon as you can, indicating what date would be best for your program.
She will be very happy to
discuss schedules, prices and any other questions you may have about the organization of a concert.
Recent Concert News Release:
November 19,2007: - Eric Vincent Concert in Chapel Hill, NC - To see the slide Show click on: Slide Show - Chapel Hill NC Concert.
PS : Teachers of French might enjoy noting that Eric is featured in the following textbooks:
- "C'est Comme Ca" (Valette & Valette)
- "Sans Bornes" (Holt Rinehart & Winston)
- "Si on chantait avec..." (Didier/Hatier)
You can also get Eric Vincent CD's on line.
Winter Scene in Quebec City
Come to Quebec - 2008!
In May of 2008, Paul Azzara and the Alliance Française de St. Louis will be hosting a group of 20 to 30 AF members who will have the opportunity to experience this beautiful, French-speaking Canadian city like a true native.
Here is Paul's description of the trip:
The Alliance Française de St. Louis is going to Quebec City in 2008 and we'd like you to consider joining us. Here's what this wonderful trip is all about.
Over an extended weekend, we'll see Quebec from the ground up, exploring the dramatic old town on foot and traveling to the environs to get a real feel for what the city has to offer. We even have a dinner planned in theoldest restaurant in North America so, if you've ever considered visiting this intriguing provincial capital in Canada, I'd suggest that this could be your time.
Our headquarters in Quebec will be the beautiful Hotel Clarendon, a tradition in the city since 1870 and believed by many to be the finest hotel in Quebec. The Clarendon is situated in a quiet neighborhood right in the heart of the old city, and I sincerely believe we could not have found a nicer place to stay. Check out the Hotel Clarendon for yourself at Hotel Clarendon. I know I've just scratched the surface in telling you about our trip but I hope I've tempted you enough to get you to inquire about it and, hope¬fully, to make the decision to join us. To find out more, either drop me a return email with your questions or call me at the Alliance. I can't tell you how excited I am about this wonderful traveling adventure and do hope you'll consider joining us.
Fill out the Registration Form and send it to the Alliance Française de St. Louis at the address shown on the form.
Please contact the Alliance Française de St. Louis at 314-432-0734 for more information or contact Paul Azzara directly at Alliance Française de St. Louis