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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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    Sat, Oct 17
    The Stanton Center
    An unforgettable evening of music and stories in the Stanton Center, followed by a reception for the artist, Sylvain Poirier, in the gallery of the Monterey Peninsula Art Association Museum.
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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
      3 days to the event
      Tue, Aug 04
      Tarpy’s Roadhouse
      Aug 04, 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
      10 days to the event
      Tue, Aug 11
      Sweet Elena’s Bakery
      Aug 11, 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.
    • Multiple Dates
      26 days to the event
      Thu, Aug 27
      Pâtisserie Bechler
      Aug 27, 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.
    • Multiple Dates
      28 days to the event
      Sat, Aug 29
      Location is TBD
      Aug 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
      Location is TBD
    • 43 days to the event
      Sun, Sep 13
      Jacks Peak
      Sep 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
      Jacks Peak, Jacks Peak, California 93940, USA
      This is going to be a wonderful party to mark the end of Summer vacation, and we will celebrate in the extraordinary home of Peterson Conway. In this amazing venue, we will enjoy food, wine, live music, and conversation.
    • 77 days to the event
      Sat, Oct 17
      The Stanton Center
      Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      The Stanton Center, Located inside the Monterey Peninsula Art Association Museum, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey
      An unforgettable evening of music and stories in the Stanton Center, followed by a reception for the artist, Sylvain Poirier, in the gallery of the Monterey Peninsula Art Association Museum.

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    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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