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    Discover a welcoming community of francophones and francophiles in Monterey County. At the Alliance Française, we celebrate the richness of the French language, art, and culture through engaging events, classes, and cultural experiences.

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    A Local Gateway to French Culture.

    The Alliance Française de Monterey has been connecting people with the richness of French language and culture for decades.  From casual conversation cafés to festive celebrations, wine tastings, and book clubs—our events bring together learners, speakers, and lovers of French culture in a warm and welcoming community.

    Join us in celebrating the richness of the French language and culture, and be part of a welcoming community that embraces diversity and inclusivity.

    Upcoming Events

    • Multiple Dates
      6 days to the event
      Tue, Jul 07
      Tarpy’s Roadhouse
      Jul 07, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
      Tarpy’s Roadhouse, 2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
      We invite you to join us on the first Tuesday of every month at Tarpy Roadhouse. Join us for conversation, drinks, appetizers or dinner. Please bring cash to pay separately for your drink and food.
    • Multiple Dates
      13 days to the event
      Tue, Jul 14
      Sweet Elena’s Bakery
      Jul 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
      Sweet Elena’s Bakery, 465 Olympia Ave, Seaside, CA 93955, USA
      Join Christian Dreyer for informal conversation in French, all level of fluency are welcome.
    • 18 days to the event
      Sun, Jul 19
      Whispering Pines
      Jul 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      Whispering Pines, 1085 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
      Come celebrate summer with our vibrant francophone community! Join us for an outdoor picnic honoring holidays of our French, Swiss, Canadian, and Belgian friends.
    • Multiple Dates
      24 days to the event
      Sat, Jul 25
      Pebble Beach
      Jul 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach, Del Monte Forest, CA, USA
      La Voie Royale: Sophie excels at academics. She leaves the family farm to attend a scientific prep class, but when faced with new challenges, she discovers that her desire of attending the Polytechnique is a genuine struggle of social ascent.
    • Multiple Dates
      29 days to the event
      Thu, Jul 30
      Pâtisserie Bechler
      Jul 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
      Pâtisserie Bechler, 1225 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
      Join Christian Dreyer for lunch and conversation regardless of your level of French fluency.

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    P.O. Box 22871 Carmel, CA 93922

    Board of Directors

    Executive

    Committee:

    President
    Sheree Goldman

    First Vice President
    David Payne

    Directors:

    Second Vice President
    Suzanne Saunders-Shaw

    Secretary
    Chantal Bailey

    Jocelyne Muson
    Gina Breen
    Christian Dreyer
    Françoise Mc Avinchey
    Leslie Long
    Catherine Zahm

    Treasurer
    William J. Clancey

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