Alliance Française of Santa Rosa

French for Adv Beginner/ Early Interm A2/B1 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Tuesday 1:30–3:30pm

Price range: $280.00 through $320.00
Summer Session—June 23 through August 11, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 1:30–3:30 pm

Location: In-Person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $320 (8 weeks) / $280 (7 weeks)

In person class. At the A2/B1 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Past and future tenses are stressed along with other finer points of the language. Dialogue and listening activities are central, along with news podcasts, short films and short stories to expand 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/B1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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Conversation for Advanced Beginners A2 with Valerie | 26Smr | In-Person | Wednesday 10–11:30am

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 24 through August 12, 2026

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) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-Person class. This is an ongoing class for students with proficiency of A1 level curriculum. Conversation for advanced beginners will sharpen communication skills in everyday situations, building on skills previously learned by formal studies or french immersion. Students practice dialogues, learn how to use current practical expressions, improve pronunciation and use correct grammar. Basic knowledge of common verb tenses are expected, such as the past and future tenses, as well as a good foundation of vocabulary. Mastery of French grammar is ongoing. This class will help students learn to interact in French culture in a fun and engaging atmosphere, whether it be for travel, work, or personal enrichment. 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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French for New Beginners A1 with Valerie | 26Smr | In-Person | Wednesday 12–1:30pm

Price range: $265.00 through $280.00
Summer Session - June 10 through July 29, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesday, 12:00–1:30 pm

Location: In-person, 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Valerie Sell

Tuition: $280 (8 weeks) / $265 (7 weeks)

This class is for complete Beginners at the A1 level. 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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French Pronunciation Workshop with Valerie

$120.00

May 2, 9, & 16, 2026 11:00 am – 1:00 pm $120 for 3 Saturdays In-person @ AFSR, 1011 2nd St. #206, Santa Rosa Refine your accent and build confidence in speaking with our in-person French pronunciation workshop led by Valérie. Held on three consecutive Saturdays in May (5/2, 5/9 and 5/16) from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, these focused sessions will help you master sounds, rhythm, and intonation in a supportive, interactive setting. Each week building on the previous one, all three Saturdays constitute the Workshop and attendance is needed for all three. Perfect for learners at any stage, this series offers a chance to tune your ear and elevate your spoken French. Registration opens April 13 alongside our Spring session, reserve your spot early!

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Galette des Rois at Wilson Winery

Price range: $10.00 through $30.00
Join us on Saturday, January 24th from 2:00 to 5 PM to celebrate la Galette des Rois at Wilson Winery in Healdsburg (1960 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA 95448)! Tickets will include wine, small bites and galette. Bring the kids too! We will have a kid activity table for coloring and decorating crowns. Tickets available soon:

$20 for current AFSR members

$30 for non-Members

$10 under 18
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Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau at Notre Vue Estate 2025!

Price range: $10.00 through $25.00
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé !
Join us on Friday, November 21st, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM to celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau at the beautiful Notre Vue Estate, 11010 Estate Lane Windsor, CA 95492. Tickets (per person) include two glasses of wine (one French Beaujolais Nouveau and one "surprise Nouveau" from Notre Vue) and some food. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, November 3rd. Tickets (pre sale):

$20 for current ASFR members

$25 for non-members

$10 for guests under 21 (food + NA drink)

+$10 at the door ($30 for members, $35 for non members, $20 for guests under 21).
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Private Lessons (Regular and AP) with Valerie

Price range: $60.00 through $85.00

Private lessons are held for 1 hour, one-on-one and ongoing. Additional time may be added, if desired. Sessions are requested to be paid in advance at the beginning of the month. Lesson rates: Adults $75/hour at the Alliance. ($85/hour if the teacher travels to the student more than 10 miles from the instructor's home) to defray transportation costs for the teacher). Youth $60/hour or $70/hour with teacher travel. EXCEPTION: If the instructor and the student live closer to each other than they do to AFSR, no additional fee is charged for off-site tutoring. For more info or questions, please contact the School Administrator.

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Semi-Private Lessons (Regular and AP) with Valerie

Price range: $30.00 through $45.00
Semi-private lessons are offered to two students for regular or AP (Advanced Placement for HS) instruction, tailor-maid to suit student needs.

Sessions are one month (2-3 hours minimum) paid in advance.

Pricing: Adults: $80/hr ($40.00/hr each) $45/hr if the teacher travels to the student (more than 10 miles from the teacher’s home

Youth: $60/hr ($30/hr each ($35/hr for travel)

Please select at least 2 lesson-hours. If you know your co-student's name, please add the student's name in the "Additional Information" section at checkout. For more info or questions, please contact the School Administrator.
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Group or Family Lessons (up to 4 students) with Valerie Sell

$80.00
Group or Family lessons can be prearranged with the School Director

Sessions are one month (a 3 hour minimum) paid in advance

$80/hr

Online only

Please select at least 3 lesson-hours to book tutoring time with this instructor. Please include your group/family member names and ages (up to four) who will be part of the tutoring lesson in the "Additional Information" section at checkout. For more info or questions, please contact the School Administrator.
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2025 Assemblée Générale Dinner at Hook & Ladder Winery

Price range: $0.00 through $10.00

We invite all Alliance Française of Santa Rosa / Sonoma Wine Country members to our annual all-members meeting, Assemblée Générale! Join all for a welcome reception in the Barrel Room at Hook & Ladder Winery, followed by the meeting and a family-style dinner. Let’s share a toast to the past year and exchange ideas for new events and class themes for the year ahead. Also, members we will elect* our Board of Directors for the next term. Tickets include appetizers, dinner, wine, and beverages. $10 in advance for members and guests, $20 at the door. Children 17 and under are welcome and free. Reserve your seats at the table early. Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 Time: 6 to 8 pm

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Alliance Mug

~~$15.00~~ $10.00

Coffee & tea lovers will appreciate the official Alliance Française de Santa Rosa mug.

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Group or Family Lessons (up to 3 students) with Lisa – Special

$30.00
Group or Family lessons can be prearranged with the School Director.

Sessions are one month (a 3 hour minimum) paid in advance.

Group rates for Youth depend on # of students.

Please select at least 3 lesson-hours to book tutoring time with this instructor. Please include your group/family member names and ages (up to four) who will be part of the tutoring lesson in the "Additional Information" section at checkout. For more info or questions, please contact the School Administrator.
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