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Haven’t you always wanted to parler a little français? What better place to start than with the Alliance Française of Reno. Allez, on y va! Tuesdays from Tuesdays, 4 August - 8 September from 5:30 – 6:30 PM for 6 weeks at Kiln, 2195 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89521. Recommended for: Students with little or limited previous knowledge of French. A placement test is available to help determine the course level that best suits each student. This introductory course is designed for students who are beginning or returning to their journey in French. Students will learn the fundamentals of pronunciation, vocabulary, and basic grammar while developing the skills needed to communicate in everyday situations. Through interactive activities, conversation practice, and cultural exploration, students will learn to introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions, describe people and places, and express basic needs and preferences. The course introduces essential French structures, including articles, gender and number agreement, present tense verbs, and common expressions used in daily life. By the end of the course, students will have developed a solid foundation in French and be prepared to continue building their language skills at the next level. PRICING EARLY BIRD OFFER! Enroll in a class by 28 July 2026 to receive a $25 discount on registration fees. - Class fees for Alliance Members: $145 ($120 Early Bird Pricing) - Class fees for Non-Members: $195 ($170 Early Bird Pricing) - Admin Fee (required & included in pricing when you check-out): $ 10 LEARNING MATERIALS: * Inspire A1 Textbooks are required and can be picked on the first night of class. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the "Purchase Textbook" link. * Please bring receipt to pick up textbook at Kiln, 2195 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89521.

Haven’t you always wanted to parler a little français? What better place to start than with the Alliance Française of Reno. Allez, on y va! Tuesdays from Tuesdays, 4 August - 8 September from 6:30 – 7:30 PM for 6 weeks at Kiln, 2195 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89521. Recommended for: Students who have completed Adult Beginner or have equivalent knowledge of basic French. A placement test is available to help determine the course level that best suits each student. This course provides a bridge between the introductory and advanced beginner levels, allowing students to strengthen their foundation and gain confidence using French in everyday situations. Students will continue expanding their vocabulary and communication skills while reinforcing essential grammar concepts such as negation, question formation, and sentence structure. Through interactive activities, conversation practice, and cultural exploration, students will develop greater ease and accuracy in speaking and understanding French. Adult Beginner II prepares students for continued success in Adult Advanced Beginner by providing additional practice and reinforcing the core skills needed for further progress. PRICING EARLY BIRD OFFER! Enroll in a class by 28 July 2026 to receive a $25 discount on registration fees. - Class fees for Alliance Members: $145 ($120 Early Bird Pricing) - Class fees for Non-Members: $195 ($170 Early Bird Pricing) - Admin Fee (required & included in pricing when you check-out): $ 10 LEARNING MATERIALS: * Inspire A1 Textbooks are required and can be picked on the first night of class. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the "Purchase Textbook" link. * Please bring receipt to pick up textbook at Kiln, 2195 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89521.

Want to revitalize and improve your French? What better place to start than with the Alliance Française of Reno. Allez, on y va! Wednesdays, 5 August- 9 September from 5:30 – 6:30 PM for 6 weeks at Kiln, 2195 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89521. Recommended for: Students who have completed Adult Beginner II or have equivalent knowledge of basic French. A placement test is available to help determine the course level that best suits each student. This course is designed for students who have a basic foundation in French and wish to expand their ability to communicate in everyday situations. Students will continue developing their vocabulary, listening comprehension, speaking skills, and understanding of essential grammar. Through conversation practice, interactive exercises, and cultural activities, students will learn to express themselves with greater confidence in a variety of contexts. The course builds on foundational structures while introducing more complex sentence patterns, additional verb forms, descriptive language, and strategies for communicating more naturally in French. By the end of the course, students will be able to continue progressing toward greater fluency and independence in French. PRICING EARLY BIRD OFFER! Enroll in a class by 28 July 2026 to receive a $25 discount on registration fees. - Class fees for Alliance Members: $145 ($120 Early Bird Pricing) - Class fees for Non-Members: $195 ($170 Early Bird Pricing) - Admin Fee (required & included in pricing when you check-out): $ 10 LEARNING MATERIALS: * Inspire A.1 Textbooks are required and can be picked on the first night of class. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the "Purchase Textbook" link. * Please bring receipt to pick up textbook.

in case they qualify. July 4, 2026: Les Bleus into quarterfinals after hard-fought win over Paraguay France’s Strong Performance gives us all great hope that they will qualify for the Finals! "Les Bleus" have been a standout team in this tournament. Their blend of experienced players and young talent has created a dynamic and powerful squad. Key highlights include: Solid defense: France’s backline has been tough to break down, limiting opponents’ chances. Creative midfield: The team’s midfielders control the pace and create scoring opportunities. Clinical finishing: Strikers have converted chances efficiently, securing important wins. These strengths have helped France advance through the stages, making their matches must-watch events for fans. Private theater setup for FIFA World Cup viewing...croisons les doigts! Cross fingers! Watching their journey unfold live adds a special thrill, especially when shared with fellow fans. Imagine enjoying the matches in a cozy, private theater setting, surrounded by a small group of enthusiastic supporters. This unique experience offers a perfect blend of comfort, camaraderie, and intense football action. This setting is ideal for those who want to enjoy the matches with friends or meet new people who share the same passion for French football. Limited to 20 seats. Reserve on our Events Page: Snacks and refreshments: Light snacks provided to keep energy up during the game. This event is perfect for fans who want to experience the World Cup in a unique and memorable way.

This is one of the absolute best plot twists in history! When we think of the Statue of Liberty, we picture New York Harbor, the American dream, and a welcoming beacon for millions of immigrants. But long before she became an iconic American symbol, Lady Liberty was born from a conversation at a dinner party near Paris, France. Her journey across the Atlantic is a remarkable tale of international friendship, shared democratic ideals, and one of the world's very first crowdfunding campaigns. As detailed in a fascinating New York Times interactive feature, the story behind this monument is much more complex - and dramatic - than most people realize. Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi (1834–1904), Sketch, Egypt carrying the light to Asia, Egypt, c.1867. Pencil on blue paper, 66 × 258 mm. DMC 3628. 1. The Egyptian Prequel Before designing a monument for America, French sculptor Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi pitched a massive statue for the opening of the Suez Canal in the late 1860s. Titled Egypt Carrying the Light to Asia, his original concept featured a colossal Egyptian peasant woman holding a torch aloft to act as a lighthouse. However, the Egyptian government broke the bank building the canal and rejected the statue as far too expensive. Undaunted, Bartholdi took his blueprints, reimagined the Egyptian peasant into the Roman goddess Libertas, and looked west toward America. 2. A Gift with a Massive Catch In 1865, French political thinker Édouard de Laboulaye proposed gifting this new monument to the United States to celebrate the abolition of slavery and the centennial of American independence. But there was a catch: France would build the statue, but America had to fund the pedestal. The biggest surprise? Neither government contributed a single cent. The funding had to come entirely from everyday citizens. 3. Saved by America's First "Crowdfunder" While the French people enthusiastically raised their half, America stalled. Major newspapers—including The New York Times at the time—criticized the project's cost, and fundraising dried up. By 1885, the statue arrived in New York packed in 214 wooden crates, but had nowhere to stand. Enter newspaper publisher Joseph Pulitzer. He launched a campaign in the New York World, promising to print the name of every single donor in the paper, no matter how small the amount. The strategy worked brilliantly. Over 120,000 everyday citizens, from factory workers to school children donating pennies, stepped up to raise the final $100,000, creating America’s first successful crowdfunding campaign. From Recycled Art to Global Icon When Bartholdi finally unveiled her face on October 28, 1886, Lady Liberty became an instant marvel. Built with the structural help of Gustave Eiffel (who designed her iron skeleton), she began as a monument to political ideals but evolved into a global symbol of welcome for millions. Would Lady Liberty have looked just as iconic at the Suez Canal? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

We are delighted to share that the Alliance Française Reno-Tahoe was featured on 2 Plus You Nevada, the popular KTVN lifestyle program hosted by Sarah Johns. The segment, highlighted our organization’s mission to promote French language and culture throughout the Reno-Tahoe region. During the interview, Josette Marsh, President of the Alliance Française Reno-Tahoe, and dedicated volunteer Christophe Duchateau, spoke with Sarah about the history of our chapter, its founding in the community, and the wide range of cultural and educational activities we offer. The conversation also touched on the diverse makeup of our membership—Francophones, Francophiles, students, and community members of all backgrounds who share an interest in French culture. To learn more about our programs, membership, and upcoming events, please visit our website. We hope you’ll tune in tomorrow to celebrate this wonderful moment for our community!