In this preview of Winter Term class, Emmanuel will guide you through the French countryside, offering a few glimpses into its most beautiful and picturesque villages, its various landscapes, its specific local histories and its favorite foods. With various hand-picked documents, photos and videos, "Region" aims to shed light on the lesser known sites and monuments of France and offer you ideas for your next visit in France.

Open to intermediate and upper intermediate students (CECR B1/B2) students. Prerequisites: Completion of Edito 206 or instructor approval.

This workshop is part of Try Something New Week program.

Travel through time and space while revisiting some of the masterpieces of modern painting. In workshop, Emmanuel will review the lives of famous French (and francophone) artists, including Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, René Magritte, Vincent Van Gogh.

Open to advanced (CECR B2/C1) students. Prerequisite: Completion of Edito B1 level or instructor approval

This workshop is part of Try Something New Week program.

As Victor Hugo writes in Les Misérables, « Errer est humain, flâner est parisien. » In this workshop, you are invited to take a winter walk around the heart of Paris—the Île de la Cité. We will make our way by taking a close look at several works of art that feature this landmark location: an excerpt from Victor Hugo’s literary classic Notre-Dame de Paris; a post-WWII poem by Jacques Prévert, a pop hit song performed by Jacques Dutronc, and Henri-Georges Clouzot’s noir masterpiece Quai des Orfèvres.

This is a class for upper-intermediate to advanced (CECR B1/B2) students. Prerequisite: Completion of Edito 206 or instructor approval.

This workshop is part of Try Something New Week program.

Get a head start on the next level, have an in-depth review and practice during the long break between Fall and Winter term! Kick-start French Program is a 4-day intensive brush-up class (2.5 hours per day with two short beaks) offered for A1, A2 and B1 level students. Each class will focus on grammar, vocabulary and conversation skills. Note that this is not a repeat of summer program.

Beginning students (A1, 103-106)

Solidify basic grammar and vocabulary while learning about winter holiday traditions in the French speaking world. Review numbers while taking the Parisian metro to Galeries Lafayettes to buy holiday gifts. Identify the items in Santa’s sleigh and describe your holiday wish list. Follow Santa’s sleigh around the world, and talk about your own holiday travel plans.  Learn about French culinary traditions and compare them with your own. 

Monday through Thursday, December 6-9, 5-7:30pm.

PRE-REQUISITES: EDITO 102 OR HIGHER. If you are not sure about your level, please contact the office at info@afportland.org for evaluation.

In this literary workshop, we will meander around the streets of Paris together with the characters of Patrick Modiano’s novels Pour que tu ne te perdes pas dans le quartier (2014) and Rue des Boutiques Obscures (1978). Along with Modiano, we will ask ourselves what can be uncovered as we lose ourselves in these places of memory (lieux de mémoire). What can urban “memoryscapes” tell us about our own past?  This workshop will focus on several excerpts from the two novels (sent to the participants in advance), as well as on the maps and images of the neighborhoods and locales featured in Modiano’s fiction. 

This is a class for upper-intermediate to advanced (CECR B1/B2) students. Prerequisite: Completion of Edito 206 or instructor approval.

This workshop is part of Try Something New Week program.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: Discover French literary works and authors with a well-structured textbook. Learn about different authors and read excerpts of their works. Perfect for those wishing to broaden their knowledge of French literature beyond the scope of a single book or author. Throughout the year, you will discover literary works from the Middle Ages to contemporary French literature.

THIS IS PART 1 OF THE CLASS. SING UP FOR PART 2 TO COMPLETE THE SEASON.

This workshop is designed for those wishing to develop a specific skill-set to learn the language more efficiently. Here's what you should expect from this 2-hour long workshop:

- How to take USEFUL notes and maximize them for learning.
- Learn to cultivate a success-oriented attitude toward the immersion approach.
- Clarify what NOT to do.
- Work smarter, not harder: tap into your brain’s memorizing powers.
- Tips for training your ear and your tongue to perform the mental gymnastics needed to speak French well.
- Strategies to milk your materials for every last drop of purpose they hold.
- A Q & A opportunity for honing in on your top study challenges.
- An introduction to listening resources available free online.

This workshop is in English with some French and is recommended (but not limited) for beginning French students.

Have you been thinking of taking the leap into learning French, but are apprehensive of the immersive learning style or feel you might benefit from some extra foundation before starting our 100 series? If so, our Introduction to French course may be the perfect fit for you! This course is designed to help prepare you for French immersion through a gentle introduction to the immersion method supplemented with English. You’ll have the opportunity to learn useful classroom expressions in French in addition to some of the basics of the language that will allow you to continue with confidence into Beginning French 101.

Requirements: none. Prepare for French 101.

Required: 102 or equiv. Prepare for CECR A1/A2 level.

Chapters 5-6.

Communication: Communication: Daily activities; telling time; describing an object; asking about sizes & prices; arranging an outing; accepting/refusing an invitation; making reservations by phone. 

Grammar: reflexive verbs; adverbs of frequency; passé composé with avoir; imperative mood; verbs: pouvoir, vouloir. 

Phonetics: Nasal vowels; /i/ -/y/, /y/ - /u/.

In addition to Edito, this class now uses Grammaire Progressive book as well.

THIS IS PART 2 OF 103 LEVEL. IF YOU HAVEN'T COMPLETED PART 1, BEFORE SIGNING UP PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE.

Required: 103 or equiv. Prepare for CECR A1/A2 level.

Chapters 7-8.

Communication: Daily activities; telling time; describing an object; asking about sizes & prices; arranging an outing; accepting/refusing an invitation; making reservations by phone. 

Grammar: COD pronouns; pronoun « y »; comparison; -IR verbs ; passé composé with être. 

Phonetics: / f /, / v /, / b /, / k /, / g /, / wa /, / w ɛ̃  /.

In addition to Edito, this class now uses Grammaire Progressive book as well.

THIS IS PART 1 OF 104 LEVEL. SIGN UP FOR 101 PART 2 IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE LEVEL.

Required: 103 or equiv. Prepare for CECR A1/A2 level.

Chapters 7-8.

Communication: Daily activities; telling time; describing an object; asking about sizes & prices; arranging an outing; accepting/refusing an invitation; making reservations by phone. 

Grammar: COD pronouns; pronoun « y »; comparison; -IR verbs ; passé composé with être. 

Phonetics: / f /, / v /, / b /, / k /, / g /, / wa /, / w ɛ̃  /.

In addition to Edito, this class now uses Grammaire Progressive book as well.

THIS IS PART 2 OF 104 LEVEL. IF YOU HAVEN'T COMPLETED PART 1, BEFORE SIGNING UP PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE.

Required: Edito 104 or equiv.

Description: This class is all about basic communication: conveying an idea, responding and reacting during a conversation, and understanding spoken French. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 104. If you haven’t completed Edito 104, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: Edito 104 or equiv.

Description: This class is all about basic communication: conveying an idea, responding and reacting during a conversation, and understanding spoken French. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 104. If you haven’t completed Edito 104, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

Learning Materials for this class: Communication progressive du français débutant. Email office for shipping.

This is Part 2 of the class.

Required: Edito A2 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to bring your conversational French to the next level. Learn how native speakers communicate on a day-to-day basis. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 205. If you haven’t completed Edito 205, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

SUMMER TERM: CHAPTERS 25 THROUGH 31

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français intermédiaire. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: Edito A2 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to bring your conversational French to the next level. Learn how native speakers communicate on a day-to-day basis. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 205. If you haven’t completed Edito 205, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

SUMMER TERM: CHAPTERS 25 THROUGH 31

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français intermédiaire. Email office for shipping.

This is Part 2 of the class.

Required: Edito A2 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to bring your conversational French to the next level. Learn how native speakers communicate on a day-to-day basis. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 205. If you haven’t completed Edito 205, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

SUMMER TERM: CHAPTERS 37 THROUGH 42

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français intermédiaire. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: Edito A2 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to bring your conversational French to the next level. Learn how native speakers communicate on a day-to-day basis. Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito 205. If you haven’t completed Edito 205, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

SUMMER TERM: CHAPTERS 37 THROUGH 42

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français intermédiaire. Email office for shipping.

This is Part 2 of the class.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to teach you how to communicate like a native French person. Add useful expressions, proverbs and even a little slang to your existing French skills! Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito B1 level. If you haven’t completed Edito B1, verify your level on our website under, “Find Your Level”.

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français niveau avancé. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to teach you how to communicate like a native French person. Add useful expressions, proverbs and even a little slang to your existing French skills! Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito B1 level. If you haven’t completed Edito B1, verify your level on our website under, “Find Your Level”.

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français niveau avancé. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 2 of the class.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to teach you how to communicate like a native French person. Add useful expressions, proverbs and even a little slang to your existing French skills! Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito B1 level. If you haven’t completed Edito B1, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français niveau avancé. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: This class aims to teach you how to communicate like a native French person. Add useful expressions, proverbs and even a little slang to your existing French skills! Interaction and exchanges between students are facilitated by the instructor following weekly thematic topics that include essential vocabulary and grammar. This class is open to students who have successfully completed Edito B1 level. If you haven’t completed Edito B1, verify your level on our website under “Find Your Level”.

Learning materials for this class: Communication progressive du français niveau avancé. Email the office for shipping.

This is Part 1 of the class.

Required: B1 or equiv.

Description: For visual arts enthusiasts and those simply curious about the art world. Each week, examine several artworks to learn about the events, personalities and works that have had the greatest impact in their time. This is a highly interactive class using art as a vehicle of conversation. This the class will study art of the early 20th century.

Get a head start on the next level, have an in-depth review and practice during the long break between Fall and Winter term! Kick-start French Program is a 4-day intensive brush-up class (2.5 hours per day with two short beaks) offered for A1, A2 and B1 level students. Each class will focus on grammar, vocabulary and conversation skills. Note that this is not a repeat of summer program.

High Intermediate students (B1)

Learn about holiday traditions around the French speaking world while reviewing the use of tenses, moods, and pronouns.  Share your favorite holiday memories with classmates and take a tour of holiday markets around France. Practice developing and defending an argument through class debates centered around responsible consumerism and Père Noël. 

Monday through Thursday, December 6-9, 5-7:30pm.

PRE-REQUISITES: EDITO 206 OR HIGHER. If you are not sure about your level, please contact the office at info@afportland.org for evaluation.

Get a head start on the next level, have an in-depth review and practice during the long break between Fall and Winter term! Kick-start French Program is a 4-day intensive brush-up class (2.5 hours per day with two short beaks) offered for A1, A2 and B1 level students. Each class will focus on grammar, vocabulary and conversation skills. Note that this is not a repeat of summer program.

Beginning students (A1, 103-106)

Solidify basic grammar and vocabulary while learning about winter holiday traditions in the French speaking world. Review numbers while taking the Parisian metro to Galeries Lafayettes to buy holiday gifts. Identify the items in Santa’s sleigh and describe your holiday wish list. Follow Santa’s sleigh around the world, and talk about your own holiday travel plans.  Learn about French culinary traditions and compare them with your own.

Monday through Thursday, December 6-9, 9-11:30am

PRE-REQUISITES: EDITO 102 OR HIGHER. If you are not sure about your level, please contact the office at info@afportland.org for evaluation.

Required: Edito B1 or equiv.

Description: Discover French literary works and authors with a well-structured textbook. Learn about different authors and read excerpts of their works. Perfect for those wishing to broaden their knowledge of French literature beyond the scope of a single book or author. Throughout the year, you will discover literary works from the Middle Ages to contemporary French literature.

THIS IS PART 1 OF THE CLASS. SING UP FOR PART 2 TO COMPLETE THE SEASON.