About the Alliance Française of Santa Rosa
AFSR is an affiliate of the global Fondation Alliance Française and operates as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We are constituted in accordance with the statutes and aims of the Alliance Française founded in Paris in 1883. The Santa Rosa chapter has been operating since 1988.
The purpose of our organization is to promote French culture and the study of the French language in Sonoma County and surrounding areas, to gather together those who desire to contribute towards developing understanding and enjoyment of French language and culture, and on a larger scale, to foster greater friendship and mutual understanding between the United States and France and French-speaking countries by encouraging linguistic and cultural exchanges.
There is no need to speak French to participate! Our teaching and organized events are complemented by a rich array of public programs (most in English), Culturethèque (a digital library co-sponsored by the Alliance Française and Institut français), and a community of welcoming like-minded individuals.
AFSR Offerings
Classes
We offer conversational French language classes for all levels, as well as special courses exploring film, poetry, songs and literature. Classes are available both in-person at our Santa Rosa “foyer”, and on Zoom for accessibility.
Tutoring
Tutoring is available for adults, teens, and children in a variety of convenient formats at our place or yours. Contact us to arrange private, semi-private, family, or group lessons.
Instructors
Our dedicated and experienced instructors, from California and France, are passionate about French language and culture, and emphasize communication through active participation.
Monthly Events
We host vibrant community events
like the Winter Market, Beaujolais
Nouveau celebration, Pétanque
lessons, and Bastille Day. These
moments bring people together to
celebrate French culture year-round.
Workshops
Join us for lectures, discussions, and hands-on workshops celebrating French history and culture, with topics including art, architecture, cinema, literature, food, wine, and travel. Experience the richness of France right here in Sonoma County!
Alliance Française de Santa Rosa has no political or religious affiliations, and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in any of its activities or operations.
Alliance Française de Santa Rosa is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, registered with the IRS as eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions as a public charity. Taxpayers who itemize deductions may deduct 50% of contributions (60% of cash contributions) to the Alliance from their adjusted gross income. Our EIN is 68-0159454. For more information, consult your tax advisor.
Visit the Board Members page for more about joining our board. We always welcome new board members who can contribute their ideas and expertise to fulfill our mission of promoting French language and culture in Sonoma County.