March is the international month of La Francophonie, a celebration of the French language and the culture of Francophone communities around the world!
Once again, the Museum of Work & Culture is partnering with several Francophone & Francophile organizations including the Québec Delegation Boston, the Canadian Consulate in New England, Alliance Française de Providence, the American Association of Teachers of French, the French American School of Rhode Island, the American French Genealogical Society, and the Rhode Island International Film Festival, to offer a slate of French-inspired programming:
What: Immersion Day
When: Saturday, March 5, 9am-3pm
Where: Alliance Française de Providence, 928 Smith Street, Providence, R.I.
Participants will discover the culinary, intellectual, artistic, and playful sides of French culture with a day long series of seminars and activities. Four seminars will be presented on topics including the social & political situation in Haiti, Québécois immigration & Leila Alaouis’ “Les Marocains,” photography of West Africa. $50 per person. For reservations, call (401) 272-6243 or email contact@afprovidence.org.
What: Ciné Québec
When: Thursday, March 10, 6pm
Where: Museum of Work & Culture; 42 S. Main Street, Woonsocket, R.I.
A cocktail reception followed by a presentation of several award-winning Québécois short films with English subtitles. $15 per person. Space is limited. For tickets, call (401) 769-9675 or email mowc@rihs.org. Presented by the Délegation of Québec in Boston, Flickers: RI International Film Festival, Alliance Française de Providence, and the Museum of Work & Culture.
What: Francofête
When: Saturday, March 12, 6pm
Where: Squantum Club, 947 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Riverside, R.I.
A gourmet dinner buffet, cocktails, dancing, and music by Classics Five Jazz Quintet. This year’s Guest of Honor will be acclaimed chef, author, & television personality Claudine Pépin. $50 per person. For reservations, call (401) 272-6243 or email contact@afprovidence.org. Presented by Alliance Française de Providence and the League of Francophone Organizations of Rhode Island.
What: Film Festival
When: Saturday, March 19, 3pm
Where: Alliance Française de Providence, 928 Smith Street, Providence, R.I.
A screening of three Francophone feature films: La Graine et le Mullet (Tunisia), Mommy (Québec), and Welcome (France). For information, call (401) 272-6243 or email contact@afprovidence.org.
What: Salute to Spring/Bonjour Printemps
When: Sunday, March 20, 1:30pm
Where: Museum of Work & Culture; 42 S. Main Street, Woonsocket, R.I.
A celebration of the first day of spring & International Francophonie Day! Entertainment will include dance & musical performances by cultural groups from Francophone nations, marionette shows, crêpe making demonstrations, and more. A raffle will follow the event, with a grand prize of a four day trip for two to Québec City provided by Conway Tours. $15/adult & $8/children. For tickets, call (401) 769-9675 or visit salutetospring.bpt.me.
What: Francophonie Flag Raising Ceremony
When: Wednesday, March 23, 5pm
Where: State House, State Room (Second Floor), 82 Smith Street, Providence, R.I.
Join leaders of Francophone organizations and the state of Rhode Island as we raise the flag that represents places where the French language and culture are celebrated. Refreshments. Free program. For more information, email mowc@rihs.org.
