Soirée Paris La Nuit, The 12th annual gala & auction, will
		be held saturday, May 31
	
	
					The Alliance Française is ecstatic to present the Soirée PARIS LA NUIT,
					 its 12th Annual Gala Fundraiser at the MAC on Saturday, May 31
				
All Alliance members, students, francophones, francophiles, and the entire Portland French community are invited to join the Alliance Française de Portland for our annual gala, the SOIRÉE PARIS LA NUIT, on Saturday, May 31, from 6:00-10:00pm at the Multnomah Athletic Club.
Treat yourself to a night out in Paris, starting with apéro hour as you browse our silent auction and enjoy wine tasting, then continue with a live performance by The Rita Marquez Trio, a delectable three-course French dinner, a live auction, and dancing.
Dinner & Apéro Selections
						Apéro
						Wine tasting with Domaine Divio, Furioso
						Vineyards,
						and Clos Griotte & light bites 
						
						Starter
						Shaved Spring Asparagus Salad
						White and green asparagus, wild arugula, grated egg, chives, crispy quinoa, and shallot vinaigrette.
					
						Entrée (choice of one):
						Chicken Coq au Vin Style
						Pommes purée, haricots verts, pearl onion jus.
						or
						Puy Lentil Cassoulet (vg, gf)
						King trumpet mushroom, braised beluga lentils, stewed vegetables, string peas, and parsnip purée.
					
						Dessert
						Gourmand Mini Dessert Selection
						Featuring seasonal creations with rhubarb, Valrhona bittersweet chocolate, and spring strawberries.
					
					
					Win fine wines from the Willamette and beyond, unique French properties, great dining experiences, and  amusing and
					unexpected treasures – these are just some of the tantalizing items you'll find in the Soirée's auction. You'll enjoy
					this lively evening with fellow students and francophiles as you help support the mission of the nonprofit Alliance Française de
					Portland – to bring top-notch French language classes and events to Portland.
				
The Alliance Française Online Auction is live and open to everyone, no ticket required. Bid from home, support a great cause, and treat yourself! Auction closes June 5.
						
						Discover beautiful jewelry store gift cards, tickets to theater, symphony, and other cultural events, elegant stationery, and kids camps—all
						in one place! Plus, enjoy wine tastings to savor the best flavors, memberships and exclusive access to local museums, and French lessons to
						boost your language skills.
					
 
Tickets Are now Closed.
Can't Attend? Support Our Gala With a Donation!
						Our Fundraising Mission
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Alliance Française de Portland depends on community support and private contributions to fulfill its mission. Thanks to our dedicated staff, teachers, and generous donors, we can offer language programs, cultural events, and educational opportunities.
Your contributions help provide scholarships, innovative initiatives, and accessible cultural experiences, ensuring that French learning remains open to all. They also strengthen our role in building cross-cultural connections.
Whether you’re a student, professional, donor, or simply passionate about French language and francophone cultures, your support is invaluable in keeping our community thriving.
