AFSR Classes, Workshops, Memberships

Group adult classes (18+) are taught in French by a native-fluent instructor in an inclusive, interactive setting. The classes emphasize oral and written comprehension and production. Themed classes and workshops hone in on specific linguistic and cultural skills. Textbooks and course materials are either provided by the instructor or can be obtained online or at bookstores (info to be provided for each course).

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  • Saturday, March, 8th, 11am - 1pm $30 Members / $50 Non-Members (includes 1 year membership) The French avant-garde from 1900 to 1960 was the flowering of a crisis. Modernism announced itself as the dawn of a new era from which there would be no return, a definitive break with the past –– but it was not immediately clear what the crisis involved or what this sudden break heralded. Finding themselves in this strange, precarious situation, between the collapse of the old order and the birth of the new, artists like Matisse, Picasso, Duchamp, and Dalí explored in their art new possibilities of thought and perception. And they discovered in embryonic form the problems of art and civilization that would soon overshadow the entire 20th century –– problems that have only become increasingly urgent in the postmodern era. Yet the spirit of art during this period contrasts sharply with the tragic atmosphere of contemporary world events. Instead of merely reacting to the external situation, or representing it in artistic form, movements like dadaism and surrealism laid the seeds of revolt. These artists are characterized by their irrepressibly experimental attitude and their exploration of the manifold possibilities of irony, humor, chance, destruction, and automatism, all of which imply a new mode of creative consciousness. But the significance and the goal of this revolt is still ambiguous: sometimes motivated by the desire to adapt art to the conditions of modernity, sometimes by the desire to access the deepest strata of the human psyche, and sometimes seeking the fulfillment of the mysterious and apocalyptic prophecy of the death of art. This event will introduce modern art in France through a discussion of its historical context, its major movements and personalities, and an analysis of selected works. There will be refreshments and snacks provided.
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  • Please join the board of the Alliance for the in-person Assemblée Générale dinner and annual meeting, at Maison Porcella in Windsor, on Monday, October 21, 2024, starting at 6:00 pm. We will start with an apéritif, exclusive to our current members (get/renew your annual membership), with charcuterie and sparkling wine on us, then proceed to vote at 7 pm to renew our Board of Directors (only current members can vote). After 7 pm, members and non-members alike are invited to join us for dinner. Please purchase dinner tickets online for each person in your family (adults or children) who will be attending, and make sure to make your choice of dessert when purchasing. Each ticket includes:
    • Adult: A main course of a croque-monsieur and salad, a choice of dessert, and 1 glass of wine.
    • Child (under 12): One-half croque-monsieur and french fries, choice of dessert, and 1 glass of sirop à l'eau (grenadine or other flavors)
    Dessert choices are: tarte aux fruits de saison or tarte au chocolat. The evening program: 6:00 pm - Check in, apéro (charcuterie and cheese buffet) -- current members only. 7:00 pm - Official business: voting on board proposals 7:10 pm - Dinner is served 7:45 pm - Dessert Maison Porcella is located at 8499 Old Redwood Hwy, Windsor, CA 95492
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  • Winter Session II - March 3 through April 21, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Mondays, 4:30 - 6:00 pm
    • Location: In-person
    • Instructor: Guillaume Burel
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    This class is for the complete Beginner. Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language. Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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  • Winter Session II: March 3 through April 7, 2025

    • Day & Time: Mondays, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
    • Instructor: Laura Patterson
    • Location: In-Person / AFSR 1011 2nd St. #206, Santa Rosa
    • Tuition: $240 (6 weeks)

    Get the most out of your vacation to France! Join French for Travelers at AFSR and practice essential vocabulary for dining in restaurants, staying in hotels, buying train and museum tickets, shopping the beautiful street markets and more. A little French can go a long way when you follow Nelson Mandela's quote “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.” Come have fun with us and swap travel tips and stories with fellow learners. This travel series is for A1-A2 level students who have had at least 1 8-week session of French recently.

  • Winter Session II - March 5 through April 23, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: In-person
    • Instructor: Charles de Bretteville
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    This class is the 2nd in a Beginner series of five 8-week sessions. Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language. Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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  • Winter Session II - March 6 through April 24, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: In-person
    • Instructor: Charles de Bretteville
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    This class is the 2nd in a Beginner series of five 8-week sessions. Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language. Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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  • Winter Session II - March 4 through April 22, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
    • Location: In-person
    • Instructor: Charles de Bretteville
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    This class is for Beginning students in the 4th of a 5 part series of Beginner classes. Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A1 Level)
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  • Winter Session II - March 5 through April 23, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:30 am
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Valerie Sell
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    In-Person class! This is an ongoing class for beginners in the final part of the beginning series teaching students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation, grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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  • Winter Session II: March 5 through April 23, 2025

    • Day and Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Valerie Sell
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    In-person class! French for Advanced-Beginners A2:  At the A2 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed and students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension.This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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  • Winter Session II: March 4 through April 22, 2025
    • Day and Time:  Tuesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor:  Lisa Broderick
    • Tuition: $320 (8 weeks) or $280 (7 weeks)
    In person class!  At the A2 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed and students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension.This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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  • Winter Session II: March 5 through April 23, 2025

    • Day and Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: Online / Zoom
    • Instructor: Marie-Pierre Burquier
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks) / $285 (8 weeks plus textbook)/ $270 (7 weeks plus textbook)
    Early Intermediate French B1:  Students will improve their language skills through speaking, grammar exercises, news podcasts, reading selections and short films.  Listening and proper pronunciation are stressed using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary.  (B1 Level) This is an ongoing class. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment.
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  • Winter Session II: March 6 through April 24, 2025

    • Day and TimeThursdays, 1:30 - 3:00 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Lisa Broderick
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks) / $285 (8 weeks plus textbook)/ $270 (7 weeks plus textbook)
    Early Intermediate French B1:  Students will improve their language skills through speaking, grammar exercises, news podcasts, reading selections and short films.  Listening and proper pronunciation are stressed using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary.  (B1 Level) This is an ongoing class. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in classes and/or take a free placement test here.
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