Our MissionThe mission of Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul, an independent chapter of a worldwide organization, is to serve our community by promoting the use and appreciation of French language and cultures through language classes, cultural programs, social events and information resources.

Why Alliance Française?• We’re more than just a school; we are the French

cultural center serving the Twin Cities. Enjoy a simultaneous cultural and linguistic education. Take advantage of our resources including French films, books and magazines, and events for all tastes!

• Our students become members of a community of French–speakers and Francophiles. Join us today!

• Our instructors come from France and other French–speaking countries around the world, trained in teaching French as a Foreign Language.

• Founded in Paris in 1883, Alliance Française is known around the world for its high–quality language programs.

• We believe immersion is the best means of learning French and we owe our success to that philosophy. From the moment you walk through the door, nous parlons français!

where french culture meets the twin cities

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Spring 2017 Adult Classes

Save $30 on 10-week classes when you register before March 19!

Register online at afmsp.org or call 612 332 0436

Not Sure of Your Level? Take a Placement Test online or in our office.

Withdrawl policy:Withdrawals must be made in writing to the Education Director two weeks before classes begin. A $15 administrative fee will be deducted. Membership, registration fees and materials are not refundable. There are no credits for missed classes. There are no cash refunds available for course fees.

Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul

Topics ClassesHorizons littéraires Hop on a trail that spans several centuries and conti-nents. Accompany Denis in search of traveling writers and writing travelers. Pack a snack, good shoes, to discover classics, but also more obscure texts from the Middle Ages to today. Adv 1 and above, $315. 10-weeks: Saturdays, April 8-June 10, 9-11 am.French for Travelers

La politique françaiseThe French Presidential elections are coming up on April 23rd and May 7th! Learn about the electoral system and the current French political landscape with Damien as we experience this event as it happens. Int 2 & above, $185. 5-weeks: Thursdays, April 13-May 11, 6-8 pm.Molière: La malade imaginaireHaven’t read anything by this 17th century author? Start with his last 3-act comedy La malade imaginaire, a farce about pretend illnesses and ridiculous doctors. Damien will guide you through this classic. Int 2 and above, $185. 5-weeks: Wednesdays, May 10-June 7, 10 am-12 pm.

10-week PronunciationVirginie will guide you through the main phonetic features of French pronunciation and trickier concepts like le e caduc, l’enchaînement vocalique et conso-nantique et liaison. Students will spend a lot of time practicing with fun yet challenging examples and exercises. Leave feeling more confident! Int 1 and above, $315. 10-weeks: Saturdays, April 8-June 10, 11 am-1 pm.

AF near you!

RochesterAF classes are part of the LIFE program at RCTC. One-Day workshop: La politique française with Damien.May 2, 10 am-1 pm. Register at rctc.edu/community/seniors/life

Edina

AF classes return to St Paul, in partnership with the University Club of St Paul at their Summit Ave location. Choose from: French for Travelers, Conversation or Literature. Register at afmsp.org or call 612 332 0436!

St Paul

At the Edina Community Center on Normandale Road and Hwy 100. Choose from: Beginner Foundation, Conversation, Literature or French for Travelers. Register at edinaschools.org/communityed

Need a crash course in survival French? Reserved for those who have never studied French before. $185. 5 weeks: Sundays, April 9-May 7, 1-3 pm or Wednesdays, May 10-June 7, 6-8 pm

Let us make cake!

Les temps du passé

INTERMEDIATE CECR level A2–B1, Textbook: Alter Ego 2+

Foundation ClassesThese courses include grammar, vocabulary, and practice! Each class meets 3 hours a week, for 10 weeks, and uses the Alter Ego method. Materials available for purchase for $80. Tuition is $425 for each 30 hour class ($14/hr).

INTENSIVE

One–Day WorkshopsSpend three hours focused on language topics or discovering cultural themes while refining your French! Each workshop is one day; tuition is $60 per class.

BEGINNER CECR level A1–A2, Textbook: Alter Ego 1+Level 1 Mon 9 am–12 pm Tues 6–9 pm Sat 9 am-12 pm Level 2 Tuesday 6-9 pm Wed 9 am-12 pm Sat 9 am-12 pm Level 3 Mon 6-9 pm Tues 9 am-12 pm Sat 9 am-12 pmLevel 4 Mon 6-9 pm Thurs 9 am-12 pm Sun 12:30-3:30 pm

Level 1 Tues 6-9 pm Wed 9 am-12 pm Sat 9 am-12 pm

Level 3 Tues 9 am-12 pm Thurs 6-9 pm

PERFECTIONNEMENT CECR level C1, Textbook: None Wed 9 am–12 pm

Looking for some new ideas for snack, dessert or even as part of a meal ? Damien will share some sweet and savory recipes for cake tout en français. Beginner 2 and above. Saturday, May 6, 1-4 pm.

10-week Beginner Levels 1 to 5 3 hours a day, 4 days a week, $1,300 Take the TGV of our classes to go from beginner to intermediate in 10 weeks, completing Alter Ego 1+. Monday - Thursday, 9 am-12 pm or 6-9 pm.

5-week Beginner Intensive 4 days a week, 11 hours per week, $650 Cover materials from Beginner 1 to 3 using Alter Ego 1+, Tu/Th/Fri 9 am-12 pm, Wed 10 am-12 pm, May 9-June 9.

Intermediate Review II : Levels Intermediate 3-4

Conversation ClassesPractice makes perfect with conversation classes! Each class meets once a week for 2 hours, for 10 weeks. $315 per class ($15.60/hr)

Conversation 3For students with an AV 1-5 levelMonday 6-8 pmThursday 10 am–12 pm Sunday 1-3 pm

Review ClassesA review class is ideal for brushing up after a break. Unsure of which level is right for you? Take our placement test, online or in our office! Tuition is $185 for each 10 hour class.

Vive les prépositions!

Beginning Review I: Levels Beginner 1 – 2

Intermediate Review I : Levels Intermediate 1 – 2 Review expressions of time, adverbs, past participle agreement. Mondays 10 am-12 pm, April 3- May 1,Tuesdays 6-8 pm, May 9- June 6.

ADVANCED CECR level B1-B2, Textbook: Alter Ego 3

EXPERT CECR level B2, Textbook: Alter Ego 4

Level 1 Sat 9 am-12 pm

Review all past tenses (le passé récent, le passé composé, l’imparfait...) with Karine in this one-day workshop and make for clearer comprehension and expression. These three hours will revolutionize your French! Beg 5 and above. Saturday, April 29, 1-4 pm.

Level 5 Mon 9 am-12 pm Wed 6–9 pm Sat 1-4 pm

Beyond Mardi Gras : discovering La Nouvelle OrleansGo beyond stereotypes and discover the heart and soul of this city influenced by the French language and culture. Anne and Charlotte will touch on architecture, gastronomy, music and culture as we prepare for our New Orleans-themed Gala in May! Beginner 5 and above. Saturday, April 22, 1-4 pm.

Review passé composé, imparfait, futur & les pronoms. Tuesdays 6-8 pm, April 4-May 2,Wednesdays 10 am-12 pm, May 10-June 7.

Beginner Conversation For students with an BE 3-5 level Tuesday 6-8 pm Saturday 1-3 pm

Classes + DELF exam = La Réussite! AF now offers a package for Beginner & Intermediate level classes followed by a capstone exam to receive your Diplôme d’études en langue française!

For information, please contact Alix: 612 332 0436 or education@afmsp.org.

Level 2 Thurs 6-9 pm Fri 9 am-12 pm Sun 12:30-3:30 pm

Level 4 Mon 9 am-12 pm Thurs 6–9 pm

Level 2 Mon 9 am-12 pm

Level 1 Mon 6-9 pm Sat 9 am-12 pm Level 2 Tues 6-9 pm Thurs 9 am-12 pm Level 3 Wed 6-9 pm Fri 9 am-12 pm Level 4 Tues 9 am-12 pm Thurs 6-9 pmLevel 5 Tues 9am-12 pm Sun 12:30-3:30 pm

Conversation 2 For students with an INT 3-4 level Tuesday 10 am–12 pmThursday 6-8 pm

Conversation 1 For students with an INT 1-2 level Wednesday 6-8 pm Friday 10 am- 12 pm10-week Intermediate Levels 1 to 4

2.5 hours a day, 4 days a week, $1,100 Cover material from Intermediate 1-4, complete CECR level A2 and continue into B1, using Alter Ego 2+. Monday - Thursday, 9-11:30 am or 6-8:30 pm. 10-week Advanced Level 1 and Conversation Semi–Intensive 3 hours a day, 2 days a week, $750 Cover materials from Advanced 1and continue the CECR B1 level using Alter Ego 3. Spend more time practicing what you learn through conversation! Tues/Thurs, 9 am–12 pm.

5-week Advanced Beginner Intensive 4 days a week, 11 hours per week, $650 Cover materials from Beginner 4 & 5 using Alter Ego 1+, Mon/Tu/Th 6-9 pm, Wed 6-8 pm, April 3-May 4.

Advanced Review and Current Events

Beginning Review II : Levels Beginner 3 –5

Level 3

Je dois penser à réviser? de réviser ? pour réviser ? mes prépositions françaises… Do you know which French verbs and expressions use prepositions and which do not? Are you sure which one to use? If not, join Karine for a review. N’hésitez pas à vous inscrire! Beginner 5 and above. Saturday, May 20, 1-4 pm.

Wed 9 am-12 pm

Brush up on the present tense, introductions, daily life conversations and describing objects and places.Tuesdays 10 am-12 pm, April 4-May 2,Thursdays 6-8 pm, May 11- June 8.

The subjunctive, the conditional, double pronouns, talking about goals, causes & consequences. Fridays 1-3 pm, April 7- May 5, Tuesdays 10 am-12 pm, May 9- June 6.

Review major tenses & structures; Discuss values and express wishes, regrets, and hypotheses.Saturdays 1-3 pm, April 8- May 6, Wednesdays 6-8 pm, May 10-June 7.