Alliance Française de Sacramento, in collaboration with French Honorary Consul, Guy Michelier, presents a free special exhibit to honor the Honorable Jacob A. Moehrenhout, who in 1859 received his Compétence or official diplomatic working orders, to execute his consular duties in Monterey California, where the first Consulate General was located before it was moved to Yerba Buena (now San Francisco).

This display of historical papers and photographs will be attended by some family members of the Honorable Moehrenhout including his grand daughter, Mrs. Andrews, who found in her attic some photographs along with the actual Compétence papers signed at the Jardin des Tuilleries in Paris in 1859 by Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte.

After Mr. Michelier presents Mrs Andrews with his official certified translation of the Compétence, she will say a few words about her great, great, great, great grandfather, the Honorable Mr. Morenhout.

This event is free to guests who wish to join us for an interesting and informative Saturday afternoon with friends, refreshments, and some French history.  We look forward to seeing you here!

Please RSVP to the Alliance by September 28 to let us know you are planning to attend: 916-453-1723 or info@afsacramento.org

Les membres du club de lecture Joie de Lire vont se réunir pour discuter du livre En finir avec Eddy Bellegueule d’Edouard louis

On se retrouve à l’Alliance Française de Sacramento, 2420 N St., de 15h à 17h.  Apportez un goûter ou une boisson à partager si vous voulez.

Résumé:

“Je suis parti en courant, tout à coup. Juste le temps d’entendre ma mère dire Qu’est-ce qui fait le débile là? Je ne voulais pas rester à leur côté, je refusais de partager ce moment avec eux. J’étais déjà loin, je n’appartenais plus à leur monde désormais, la lettre le disait. Je suis allé dans les champs et j’ai marché une bonne partie de la nuit, la fraîcheur du Nord, les chemins de terre, l’odeur de colza, très forte à ce moment de l’année. Toute la nuit fut consacrée à l’élaboration de ma nouvelle vie loin d’ici”. En vérité, l’insurrection contre mes parents, contre la pauvreté, contre ma classe sociale, son racisme, sa violence, ses habitudes, n’a été que seconde. Car avant de m’insurger contre le monde de mon enfance, c’est le monde de mon enfance qui s’est insurgé contre moi. Très vite j’ai été pour ma famille et les autres une source de honte, et même de dégoût. Je n’ai pas eu d’autre choix que de prendre la fuite. Ce livre est une tentative pour comprendre. (Babelio)

Bonne lecture!

RSVP: Joie de Lire Meetup

Welcome the Fall with Pizza and Red Wine, and live music at the Alliance!

Members: $15; non-members: $20

Ticket price includes two slices of pizza and two glasses of delicious French red wine (for those over 21).

Register online, mail a check, or call the office to pay by credit card, by Thursday October 5. (916) 453-1723.

No entry at the door without prior reservation and payment.

Fulfill your Fall wardrobe needs at our French Fashion Show chez fashion expert and boutique owner Katia Davies-Kemmler on Thursday, October 12, at 6 pm.

See the newest and prettiest clothing and accessory fashions à la française for Fall! Alliance members and friends will serve as models for selections that will be displayed and available for purchase at affordable prices. Start your holiday shopping early for your friends and family! Pick up some accessories that complement the season and your personal style.

• Light buffet and wine will be served.
• 20% in-store discount (evening of the event only).
• Proceeds benefit the Alliance Française de Sacramento.
  

$20 members  $25 nonmembers
This event takes place at Katia’s boutique: 5619 H St, Sacramento, CA 95819
Space is limited – Register online before October 10 or at the Alliance office.

Reserve your space at 916-453-1723 or at afsacramento.org

Join us for our October Soirée Cinéma where we’ll show the 2005 drama, La femme de Gilles

Directed by Frédéric Fonteyne, the film features Philippe Blasband, Frédéric Fonteyne, and Marion Hansel.

The film will be presented in French with English subtitles, with a discussion following the film. Please bring snacks to share. Reservations are not required, but come early to ensure a seat!

This is a free event for members and their guests, but donations are highly appreciated to support the Ciné-Club and continue building our video library collection.

Description:

SAVE THE DATE to celebrate the release of the 2017 Beaujolais Nouveau with the Alliance Française!

The event, to be held from 6-9 pm Saturday, November 18 at Silverado Design Center, 5250 South Watt Ave., will feature this light, refreshing French wine, as well as hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants, live music, a silent auction and a raffle. Premium  wine from the French Beaujolais region will also be available for purchase.

La Fête du Beaujolais Nouveau is a fundraiser for the Alliance Française de Sacramento, a local nonprofit organization, whose mission is to promote the French language and culture.

Help support the Alliance Française de Sacramento by sponsoring La Fête du Beaujolais Nouveau!   

Ticket and sponsorship information coming soon.

Photo by Pico van Houtryve