Francophones & Francophiles of Louisville
Annual membership to the Alliance Française de Louisville
Take a look at the membership benefits below!
Interested in learning French? - view classes for all levels, even the kiddos.
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Francophones & Francophiles in Louisville (65+)
Annual membership to the Alliance Française de Louisville
Take a look at the membership benefits below!
Interested in learning French? - View classes for all levels.
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Inspire A1 Book Set
Inspire 1 A1 Méthode & Cahier (Textbook & Workbook)AUTEUR(S): Jean-Thierry Le Bougnec , Marie-José LopesPUBLISHER: Hachette FLE -
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Language learning tailored to your needs
Private Lessons • 1 Student
5 Hour Block : $250.00
Rate : $50.00/hour
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Inspire A2 Book Set
Inspire 2 A2 Méthode & Cahier (Textbook & Workbook)AUTEUR(S): Jean-Thierry Le Bougnec , Marie-José LopesPUBLISHER: Hachette FLE -
Speaker Series: The French Kitchen
Join us on Sunday, April 19 from 3:00–4:30 PM, for a special Speaker Series event with USA TODAY bestselling author Kristy Cambron, who will discuss her 2025 historical novel The French Kitchen. Set across dual timelines in World War II–era France and 1952 Paris, The French Kitchen weaves together a story of secrets, espionage, and resilience. The novel follows women whose lives intersect through wartime intelligence networks and a postwar cooking class led by the legendary Julia Child, revealing how the past continues to shape their futures. This engaging talk will offer readers and history lovers alike a behind-the-scenes look at Cambron’s research, writing process, and the real historical figures who inspired the story.Kristy Cambron Biography
Kristy Cambron is a USA TODAY bestselling author who writes from the space where beauty, art, and history intersect. She's a Christy Award-winning author of historical fiction, including her internationally bestselling novels, The Butterfly and the Violin and The Paris Dressmaker, as well as nonfiction titles. Her work has been named to Cosmopolitan's Best Historical Fiction Novels, Publishers Weekly Religion and Spirituality TOP 10, Library Journal's Best Books, and has been featured at People Magazine, Once Upon a Book Club Box, Frolic, Book Club Girl, BookBub, and Country Woman Magazine. Her novels have been translated into eight languages. Kristy holds a degree in art history/research writing and spent fifteen years in education and leadership development for a Fortune 100 corporation where she partnered with such companies as the Disney Institute, IBM/Kenexa, and Gallup before stepping away to pursue storytelling. She also served as Vice President and literary agent for Gardner Literary Agency, where she was named ACFW Agent of the Year in 2024. Kristy enjoys yoga, walking and hiking, and is an avid traveler always on the hunt for stories from the past. She lives in Indiana with her husband and three sons, where she can probably be bribed with a peppermint mocha latte and a good read.This event will be held in the first-floor conference room at 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Louisville, KY 40222. Free for current AFL members | $15 for non-members -
Language learning tailored to your needs!
Private Lessons • 2 Students
5 Hour Block : $300.00
Rate : $50.00/hour
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Language learning tailored to your needs
Private Lessons • 1 Student
10 Hour Block : $500.00
Rate : $50.00/hour
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Inspire B1 Book Set
Inspire B1 Méthode & Cahier (Textbook & Workbook)AUTEUR(S): Marie-José Lopes , Delphine Twardowski-VieitesPUBLISHER: Hachette FLE -
Same Meaning, Different Images: English Idioms Through a French Lens Divine Mosaka, AFL Instructor
Date: Saturday, April 11th, 2026 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Conference Room Price: $35 for AFL Members | $45 for non-members Join AFL Instructor Divine Mosaka for an interactive Immersion Workshop exploring the richness and quirks of French idiomatic expressions. Dive in, practice, and discover how these phrases bring the language to life. Learning a language is more than learning vocabulary and grammar. It is learning how a culture thinks. Idioms are powerful linguistic tools because they compress centuries of history, belief systems, literature, and daily life into a few words. These differences are not mistakes in translation; they are windows into cultural imagination. By comparing images rather than simply translating words, you will discover that language is not only a system, it is a worldview and idioms are linguistic fossils. To understand idioms is to understand how a society imagines the world. -
Apprendre le français avec l'AFL
Annual membership to the Alliance Française de Louisville
Take a look at the membership benefits below!
Interested in French enrichment courses? - View classes for all levels.
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Inspire A1.2 | Laurent Farina | Tuesday 6p - 8p | In Person
When: Tuesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, April 14 - June 16, 2026 Prof: Laurent Farina Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire A1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at beginners in the French language (0-1 year of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: A1.1 or placement by instructorContact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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French – Elementary (K-5)
Cason Dellosa Education Translated and Adapted by Danielle de Gregory
ISBN-10: 1-56822-666-7 ISBN-13: 978-1-56822-666-8 -
French Pronunciation | IN PERSON
April 15th - June 17th • Wednesday 5:00p - 6:00p Prof: Thomas Lawrence Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Louisville, KY 40222 Required Materials: Materials provided during class. Course Description: The objective of this course is to enhance speaking and comprehension skills through lessons and exercises that focus on the French phonological system. Students will learn about the system of sounds made in the French language and will practice producing and differentiating these sounds in context.Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire B1.1 | Jason Wade | Tuesday 6p - 8p | In Person
When: Tuesday, 6 - 8 p, April 14 - June 16, 2026 Prof: Jason Wade Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire B1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: The B1.1 course is geared toward learners who have completed 1-2 years of French and who have a solid foundation of basic vocabulary and grammar. This course helps you strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities through engaging communicative activities and practical, project-based learning, with more emphasis on communicating with native speakers in more complex situations. Prerequisite: All available A2 courses or placement by instructor.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire A1 Review | Jason Wade | Tuesday 10a - 12p | In Person
When: Tuesday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, April 13 - June 15, 2026 Prof: Jason Wade Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire A1 Book Set (Available Here) | Supplementary materials provided during class. Course Description: Looking to confidently solidify the A1-level skills you’ve been building? This 10-week A1 Review course helps you strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities through engaging communicative activities and practical, project-based learning. Throughout the course, students will revisit essential grammar and vocabulary, develop clearer and more accurate communication strategies, and build confidence using the language in everyday situations. Interactive tasks, real-life scenarios, and collaborative projects ensure that learning is both meaningful and enjoyable.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire B1+ | Linda Fenouil | Thursday 6 - 8 pm | Online
When : Thursday, 6- 8 pm, April 16 - June 18, 2026 Prof : Linda Fenouil Location : Online via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Students are responsible for purchasing the following materials: Inspire B1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at intermediate students in the French language (3-4 years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: All A2 level courses or placement by instructorPlease see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Conversation du lundi B1+ | Linda Fenouil | Monday 10 am - 12 pm | Online
When : Monday, 10 am - 12 pm, April 13 - June 15, 2026 Prof : Linda Fenouil Location : Online via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Bien-dire articles (provided during class) Course Description: Intended for intermediate students in French language study (3-4 years), this class aims to enhance your conversation skills and fluency in French. Class discussions will be conducted in two formats: spontaneous exchanges on current topics and discussions of articles from Bien-dire magazine. Prerequisite: All A1 level courses or placement by instructorContact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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AUTEUR(S): Mary E. Coffman CrockerPUBLISHER: Schaum's OutlineISBN : ISBN-10 1260120953 -
Inspire A2.1 | Jason Wade | Thursday 6p - 8 p | In Person
When: Thursday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, April 15 - June 17, 2026 Prof: Jason Wade Required Materials: Inspire A2 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description : Aimed at pre-intermediate students in the French language (1-2 years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: All A1 level courses or placement by instructor.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11 am - 1 pm Where: AFL Office -- 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101, Louisville KY Price: Free for Members • $15 for Non-Members Description: Join us this winter for the Alliance Française de Louisville’s Book Club as we read « Et tu ne le sais pas » by French author Diana N. Katalayi. We’ll gather at the AFL Office on March 21 from 11 AM–1 PM for a guided discussion in French led by AFL Board Members Victoria Boggs and Megan Scott. Light refreshments will be served. Diana N. Katalayi will also be the featured guest at our March Speaker Series on March 29 from 3:00–4:30 PM, offering attendees a special opportunity to continue the conversation and engage with her about the novel. This event is free for AFL members and $15 for non-members. Please note that each participant is responsible for purchasing their own copy of the book, and the entire novel should be read prior to our March 21 meeting. Link to the book: ET TU NE LE SAIS PAS: un thriller-romance époustouflant aux personnages drôles et attachants (French Edition) -
Cosmopolite B2 Book Set
Cosmopolite B2 Méthode & Cahier (Textbook & Workbook) -
Ciné Salon | ONLINE VIA ZOOM
April 15 - June 17 • Wednesdays 6:00p - 7:00p Prof: Véronique Strange Location: via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Participants must be able to access films on their own time through streaming services. Chosen films may contain graphic imagery or language that may be disturbing to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. Please review selected film summaries linked below.How does it work?
- The instructor has selected a specific film for each session. Our selections are available via various streaming services, usually at no cost.
- Meetings will take place every two weeks with time allotted to view film on students own time in between.
- Each participant watches the film before the discussion at a time that fits their schedule.
- Participants must register for the event to receive the Zoom meeting link in a confirmation email.
- Register no later than Monday before a discussion to ensure receipt of the Zoom link in time for the event.
- At the time of the event, participants join the online Zoom meeting.
- A list of questions will be made available as a proposed structure for the discussion.
- Have fun discussing the films with other participants in a relaxed atmosphere! Each meeting will last about 90 min.
What films are included?
Participants will meet every other week to discuss the following films:- April 22:
- May 6:
Where can I view the films?
or The links to the films in the list above includes information about where each movie can be streamed.How do I sign up for multiple meetings?
If you want to sign up for all five films, select that option in the purchase menu. If you only want to attend some of the discussions, each meeting is listed as a separate product in this page, with each meeting priced at $15. (No discounts available.) You may add any or all of them to your cart for purchase, although our system only allows one item to be selected at a time. To add an additional item, return to this page to select the next item. This allows each participant to purchase exactly the films that they want to attend and lets us know who plans to attend which meeting. We will also leave the Ciné Salon page open until the last week of the session, to allow additional participants to register. -
Inspire A1.1 True Beginners | Laurent Farina | Wednesday 6p - 8p | In Person
When: Wednesday 6:00pm - 8:00pm, April 15 - June 17, 2026 Prof: Laurent Farina Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire A1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at complete beginners in the French language, this class will develop all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will also be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. No prerequisite courses required.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire B1+ | Linda Fenouil | Thursday 10 am - 12 pm | Online
When : Thursday, 10 am - 12 pm, April 16 - June 18, 2026 Prof : Linda Fenouil Location : Online via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Students are responsible for purchasing the following materials: Inspire B1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at intermediate students in the French language (3-4 years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: All A2 level courses or placement by instructorContact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire A1.2 | Jason Wade | Saturday 10 a - 12 p | In Person
When: Saturday 10 a - 12 p, April 15 - June 17, 2026 Prof : Jason Wade Location : AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials : Inspire A1 Book Set (Available Here) | Supplementary materials provided during class. Course Description:Looking to confidently solidify the A1-level skills you’ve been building? This 10-week A1 Review course helps you strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities through engaging communicative activities and practical, project-based learning. Throughout the course, students will revisit essential grammar and vocabulary, develop clearer and more accurate communication strategies, and build confidence using the language in everyday situations. Interactive tasks, real-life scenarios, and collaborative projects ensure that learning is both meaningful and enjoyable.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Cosmopolite C1+ | Linda Fenouil | Tuesday 6 - 8 pm | Online
When : Tuesday, 6 - 8 pm, April 14 - June 16, 2026 Prof : Linda Fenouil Location : Online via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Students are responsible for purchasing the following materials: Cosmopolite C1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at advanced students in the French language (5+ years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire A2.4 | Jason Wade | Monday 6 - 8 pm | In Person
When: Monday, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, April 13 - June 15, 2026 Prof: Jason Wade Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire A2 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at pre-intermediate students in the French language (1-2 years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: Inspire A2.3 or placement by instructorContact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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When: Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:30pm Where: AFL Meeting Room -- 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Louisville KY Price: Free for Members • $15 for Non-Members Description: Le parcours d'une autrice indépendante Diana K. Ilunga, Paris, France L’Alliance Française de Louisville a le plaisir d’accueillir l’autrice française Diana K. Ilunga pour une rencontre exceptionnelle autour de son livre « Et tu ne le sais pas ». Lors de cette conférence, elle partagera son parcours d’écriture et son expérience de l’autoédition, tout en présentant l’histoire et les thèmes de son ouvrage. La discussion sera interactive et permettra aux participants d’échanger directement avec l’autrice. La conférence se déroulera entièrement en français. Entre rigueur juridique et passion littéraire, Diana N. Katalayi Ilunga navigue avec aisance. Diplômée d'un Master en Droit des Affaires, d'un Master en Corporate Law et et d'un Master en Assurances, cette juriste de métier est aussi une autrice qui fait bouger les lignes. Convaincue que la littérature doit être le miroir de notre société, elle crée en 2021 Les Supers Ilunga pour que chaque enfant puisse s'identifier et croire en l'impossible. Elle poursuit cette quête d'inclusion avec son premier roman, « Et tu ne le sais pas », un thriller-romance où se croisent des destins venus des quatre coins du monde. À travers ses récits, elle redonne vie à des valeurs humaines profondes, portées par un fil conducteur immuable : l'amour. -
Cosmopolite 5 C1/C2 - Livre de l’élève ISBN : 9782017139621 -
Language learning tailored to your needs!
Private Lessons • 2 Students
10 Hour Block : $600.00
Rate : $60.00/hour
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Les Petits Amis 3-5 y/o | Aminata Thioune | Saturday 10-11a | In Person
April 18 - June 20 • Saturdays 10:00a - 11:00a Prof: Aminata Thioune Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Louisville, KY 40222 Required Materials: Students are responsible for purchasing the following materials: French Workbook 1 (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at children aged 3-5 who are beginners in the French language, our youngest students will be exposed to a new world of sounds and words which they will learn and retain through association and multi-sensory learning. They will learn basic greetings, counting at least to three, and vocabulary for animals, family members, and more, through music, dance, crafts, play, and other age-appropriate activities.Contact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. After submitting a registration, please send an email to bonjour@aflouisville.org with the name or names of the child or children taking the course so we can include their name on the roster. All registrations submitted after Saturday, April 11, 2026 will incur a $25 late registration fee. The current price includes this late fee. -
Inspire A1.4 | Véronique Strange | Thursday 6 - 8p | In Person
When: Thursday 6 - 8p, April 16- June 18, 2026 Prof: Véronique Strange Location: AFL Office | 9505 Williamsburg Plaza, Suite 101 Required Materials: Inspire A1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at beginners in the French language (0-1 year of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: A1.3 or placement by instructorContact our office (bonjour@aflouisville.org or 502-420-0800) if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Please see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.
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Inspire B1+ | Linda Fenouil | Tuesday 10 am - 12 pm | Online
When : Tuesday, 10 am - 12 pm, April 14 - June 16, 2026 Prof : Linda Fenouil Location : Online via Zoom (link will be provided) Required Materials: Students are responsible for purchasing the following materials: Inspire B1 Book Set (Available Here) Course Description: Aimed at intermediate students in the French language (3-4 years of study), this class will continue developing all four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Study of vocabulary, grammar, and culture will still be fully integrated within the course and taught in context. Prerequisite: All A2 level courses or placement by instructorPlease see our Enrollment and Withdrawal Policies prior to enrolling in a course. Multiple registrations? If you are registering multiple people for the same class, please email us (bonjour@aflouisville.org) to provide the name and email address for each student.- Each student must be a registered member with the AFL. Family memberships are accepted if all registrants live in the same household.
- See our Membership page for other options, including sponsorships and family memberships.