Past Events
Take a look at what the AFF has been up to!
Friday, 1 March 2024
The AFF Celebrates Mardi Gras Join the AFF for a Mardi Gras celebration highlighting the traditional foods of New Orleans. Enjoy mask-making, music, and more as we laissez les bons temps rouler! This event is offered in partnership with Frederick Community College and is open to current AFF members only.
Sundays in October 2023
French Film at The Majestic Attend the French Film Festival at the Majestic Theater to see the movies listed below. Tickets are FREE. You must get the ticket at the box office prior to attending the event. Sunday, October 1 5PM “Memoir of War” by Emmanuel Finkel (2017) Sunday, October 8 at 5:00 pm “King” by David Moreau (2022) Sunday, October 15 at 5:00 pm “Dancing the Twist in Bamako” by Robert Guédiguian (2021) Sunday, October 22 at 5:00 pm “C’est la Vie!” by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano (2017)
Tuesday, 10 October 2023
The American Library in Paris: A Brief Architectural History In conjunction with the Adam’s County Reads One Book book club discussion of the American Library, this presentation will provide a summary overview of the history of the American Library in Paris. Topics to be explored include the development and evolution of the library from its first location on rue de l’Élysée to its current location at rue du Général Camou. Summary discussions on the history of the library’s neighborhoods, key architectural trends, and differences between American and French library systems will provide context for the greater understanding and appreciation of the library.
Sunday, 17 September 2023
AFF’s Annual Picnic at Catoctin Creek Park The AFF will be hosting our annual picnic on Sunday, 17 September 2023 at Catoctin Creek Park. Make sure to bring a French-themed item to share. Drinks will be provided by the AFF. A brief Assemblée Général will be held at 12:00pm to announce the new AFF Board. The picnic will immediately follow.
Sunday, 16 July 2023
Bastille Day at Surreybrooke Gardens This year the AFF will mark le 14 juillet at Surreybrooke Gardens in Middletown, Maryland. Catch up with friends while enjoying a picnic lunch provided by the AFF!
Sunday, 30 April 2023
The Gothic Cathedrals of France: An Architectural History Join the Alliance Française de Frederick for an architectural history tour of France's Gothic cathedrals. This hour-long presentation will summarize the medieval history of France, discuss the innovations that led to the construction of Gothic cathedrals, and explore architectural trends. The presentation will take you on a journey to six cathedrals: Laon, Soissons, Reims, Amiens, Beauvais, and Chartres. Each stop will include a summary history of the cathedral and highlight key architectural features. By the conclusion of the presentation, you will have a better understanding of why these buildings are unique.
Sunday, 11 December 2022
Fête de Noël After a two-year hiatus, the Alliance Française de Frederick is excited to host its annual Fête de Noël.
Sunday, 6 November 2022
Finding Gardens to Visit in France Join the AFF for an informal discussion on French gardens with photographer and lecturer Michael Howes. Michael will discuss gardens in a variety of locations ranging from Bretagne and Pas de Calais to the Loire Valley and Limoux. The presentation will include the exotic, the esoteric, and the whimsical as Michael takes us on a journey of private and municipal gardens. Many of these gardens are off the beaten path; all of them are interesting and open to the public.
Saturday, 7 May 2022
Tour of Best Farm at Monocacy Battlefield Learn about French colonial architecture and early French settlers of Frederick County during this unique tour designed just for AFF members and friends. A National Park Service Ranger will discuss the history of the Best Farm property (also known as L'Hermitage), with a focus on the farm’s association with Victoire Vincendière, a French immigrant from Saint-Domingue (present-day Haiti).
Sunday, 24 April 2022
From Novelty to Norm: The Frozen Food Revolution in France The AFF is pleased to offer this interesting look at French cuisine through the lens of the frozen food industry. Join us as we learn part of what makes the French case so interesting when thinking about the development of the frozen food industry is the country’s delay in embracing frozen food compared to other industrializing nations.